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Newsletter2018

Ms Paddy McEvoyPRINCIPAL

FROM THE PRINCIPALDear Parents/Guardians, Friends and Students of SAC, I am excited to share with you the news that we have recently appointed our Deputy Principal (Administration) for 2019, Mr Nicholas Tattoli. Nick comes to us after 12 years of teaching and leadership experience at Mount Carmel College, Rosewater, most recently as Director of Administration. The panel was impressed by Nick’s faith-filled and student-centred approach to leadership, along with his passion for achieving equity and excellence in Catholic education. We look forward to welcoming Nick to the College next year and know he will make a significant contribution to the continued success of St Aloysius College in the years ahead. Continued page 3.

Monday 15 OctoberStudents Commence

Term 4(Summer uniform to be worn)

Friday 19 OctoberPINK DAY!

Tuesday 20 November SAC SPECTACULAR

Adelaide Entertainment Centre 7:00pm

ISSUE 16: Friday 28 September 2018

Congratulations to the Year 12 PE class who took on CBC in our annual netball game. After a fast start by SAC, CBC fought their way back to a very tight and exciting finish, with SAC claiming victory by two goals. Thank you everyone who played, it was a great game!


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The Justice and Mercy (JAM) group have continued to raise awareness about a range of social issues this term. Most recently, a fashion parade last week highlighted the dangers of fast fashion and encouraged students to be ethical in their consumption. Students and staff took up the challenge to take to the catwalk, wearing second-hand clothing from categories such as sleepwear, active wear, travel and formal wear. It was great to see students and staff having fun together whilst educating other students on the importance of their everyday decisions about what to buy and what to wear.

Many layers of warm clothing were required to keep out the cold morning air on the Year 9 Camps in Weeks 6 and 9 this term. We acknowledge Alan Brown and Libby Butterworth for the many hours and days they put into preparing for these expeditions. To take a whole year level on an outdoor education experience such as this is a challenge, but our graduating students often look back on the Year 9 Camp as one of the highlights of their school years. Being stretched to tackle physical challenges, as well as having some time with friends away from technology, is refreshing in today’s world. Thanks to all the staff who were away from their homes and families for one or two weeks in order to create this opportunity for our students.

Mercy Day reminds us that through experiencing God’s mercy ourselves, we are able to be mercy to others. At our Mercy Day Mass on Wednesday we heard from old scholars Sinead and Taryn how their experiences at SAC have profoundly shaped their lives beyond school. We are grateful that through our strong connections with our old scholar network, we are able to inspire our current students to keep mercy at the heart of all that they do, and bring mercy into the lives of all they meet.

The Mercy Day Carnival at SAC demonstrates the joy that it brings to help others in our community, as well as the ingenuity of our students in finding creative ways to raise funds and awareness for Mercy Works. Thanks to all the families who get behind this celebration by donating goods and providing spending money for the girls. Your generosity makes an enormous contribution to our ongoing support of local charities.

Ms Paddy McEvoyPRINCIPAL

From the Principal's Continued.


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MERCY DAY IN ACTION!MERCY DAY IN ACTION!MERCY DAY IN ACTION...


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MERCY DAY IN ACTION!MERCY DAY IN ACTION!...FUNDRAISING FUN & CELEBRATION!


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JUSTICE & MERCY (JAM) - SAC'S FASHION PARADE

Our increasingly consumeristic society means that people want to buy more things, more often. An increase in demand for cheaper, trendy clothing has created a fast-fashion industry filled with labels and brands that are obsessed with the bottom line. As a result of increase in competition and demand for cheaper clothing, garment production is often outsourced to underdeveloped countries with low minimum wage - where the greatest profit can be made.

Countries like Bangladesh, Cambodia and India force workers to face torturous working hours and unsafe conditions for as little at $1 per day of work. The fashion industry has no regard for the environment and the people who ultimately pay the price.

The SAC Justice and Mercy group (JAM) has been investigating the world of fast-fashion over the last couple of weeks. We’ve had documentary screening nights, Ted Talk lunchtimes and last week we held a sustainable Fashion Parade! Students and teachers outsourced clothing from local op-shops and paraded down our courtyard runway in recycled, ethical and environmentally conscious garments. We all need to think more about what type of clothes we wear on our backs. Buy less, buy well-made and quality items and shop ethically!

Ms Clare PetersonSTUDENT SOCIAL JUSTICE COORDINATOR

Did you know that the fashion industry is the second most polluting industry in the world?

It is second only to the oil industry.

Buy less, buy well-made and quality items and shop ethically!


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DIARY FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS (TERM 4, WEEKS 1 & 2)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

115 OctoberDianne Young, Fran Buller & SusanFarrell

16 OctoberHelp needed please

17 OctoberAnn ShattockMario Corena

18 OctoberRex Robinson

19 OctoberSue CecereLucy O'Grady

222 OctoberDianne Young Fran Buller

23 OctoberAmanda Pearce

24 OctoberBronya Keller

25 OctoberGeorgia d'Assumpcao

26 OctoberHelp needed please

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

115 OctoberSTUDENTS COMMENCE TERM 4

16 October 17 OctoberDuke of Edinburgh’s Award: Silver Paddle (practice) Camp begins

18 October 19 OctoberDuke of Edinburgh’s Award: Silver Paddle (practice) Camp ends

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22 OctoberYear 7, 8 & 9 Reports issued to students

23 October10:00am School TourYear 5 & 6 Ingenuity excursion 6:30pm Year 11 Drama Night

24 OctoberYear 11 Biology excursion to Port Noarlunga reef (all day)

25 October6:30pm Year 10 Drama Night

26 OctoberNewsletter available on SAC website Year 12 students’ last day of lessons (full day)L6 Whole School Assembly (farewell Year 12 students) 7:00pm Year 12 End of Year and Whole School Mass (St Francis Xavier Cathedral)

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IMPORTANT DATE: Friday 12 October (School Holiday)

Open 9am-4pmPlease enter through Angas St gates

SUMMER UNIFORM TO BE WORN DAY 1 OF TERM 4

• Don’t forget to wear white summer socks, grey summer hat and sports hat.

• We also have a good selection of second hand dresses in store at the moment.

• Please bring in any good condition freshly laundered second hand items that are no longer fitting or of use.

• Basketball uniforms and water polo bathers in stock for next terms sports.

• Students can be fitted by us and can purchase the uniform at recess and lunch times.

• You can send your card details in with your child or ring and give your details over the phone.

WE ARE OPEN:Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:15-11:30am

Wednesdays from 1pm-4pmNo appointment necessary

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SECONDARY SPORT

All students who are involved in Term 4 Secondary sport have been issued with a permission form that should already have been returned to the PE Office. Students with outstanding permission forms will be unable to participate until this form has been returned. Information packs and draws have been issued to all participating students via SharePoint. I ask that all students and parents read this carefully so they are fully aware of the details regarding each sport. All games and trainings will commence Week 1 of Term 4. I am looking forward to seeing our girls in action in their Term 4 sporting teams.

Ms Katie FenoughtySECONDARY SPORT COORDINATOR

Secondary Sport CoordinatorMs Katie Fenoughty [email protected]>

0447 937 709 | 8217 3233

Term 4 Secondary Sport

Congratulations to Portia who was awarded the Junior Spirit Trophy for the Eagles Lacrosse Club at their recent presentation night. Portia played in the U13 SAC lacrosse team in Term 2/3, which is also supported by the Eagles lacrosse Club. It is great to see such strong connections between SAC and the local community.

Student Achievement

CARING FOR OUR WORLD - NATURE PLAY SAYear 4 students were involved in an outdoor learning experience prepared by Ms Pamela Edwards (Teacher Librarian) and Nature Play SA. Students were engaged in geography fieldwork within their school outdoor environment. They noticed and recorded their surroundings using their senses. They participated in open ended creative tasks using loose parts from nature. They mapped their location and developed vocabulary that described what they could see. Learning outside the classroom gave students the opportunity to form a connection with the school grounds and to see themselves as learners in that space. This is the beginning of the idea of stewardship, where students have an investment in caring for the world at their feet.

Ms Pamela EdwardsTEACHER-LIBRARIAN

"Learning outside the classroom gave students the opportunity to form a connection with the school grounds and to see themselves as learners in that space."


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SAC’S FIRST LEGO LEAGUE JUNIOR TEAMS!

This year, SAC is entering our very own teams into the Australian First Lego League Junior Challenge. The theme of this year’s challenge is Mission Moon. Ten students were selected from Year 2 to 4 to work with myself throughout Term 3 on the challenge, which involves researching, planning, LEGO and robotics.

Students initially needed to build a rocket ship to go to the moon which could carry all the supplies they need. Then they needed to engineer and design solutions for various problems. For example, there is ice on the moon, but it is frozen and located in craters. They needed to work out how they could build and design robotic prototypes to find ice, lift the ice out of the craters, transport it back to their moon base, store it, melt it and then use it.

The challenges involve extreme problem solving, planning and of course playing with LEGO and robotics! The ICT Department have been following our progress and helping fix some robotic machines which we have had trouble with along the way. We still have another seven weeks during Term 4 of the challenge to go!

Ms Joanne VillisRECEPTION- YEAR 9 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES COORDINATOR


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SAC WOMEN IN STEMSix SAC Old Scholars recently returned to school to speak with Year 1 and Year 8 students about the careers they are forging in STEM. St Aloysius College has always encouraged women to strive to develop their potential, irrespective of gender barriers, so it was wonderful to have Jessica, Emma, Sarah, Suzanne, Alysse and Helen involved in an activity with the Year 1 students to challenge gender stereotypes about the roles of men and women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths careers that are too often reflected in the media.

Jessica, Emma, Suzanne, Sarah, Helen and Alysse spoke to the Year 8 students about their school life, study, their jobs and what they did along the way to develop their employability skills. It was inspiring for the students to hear SAC Old Scholars share their experiences about how they could make the most of the opportunities at SAC to begin developing their own employability skills whilst still at school.

Current St Aloysius College students really enjoy hearing about the careers of the women who have walked the campus before them. If you would like to volunteer as a Guest Speaker at St Aloysius College, please contact the Career Counsellor, Louise Murphy, by email [email protected] to register your interest.

Ms Louise MurphyCAREERS COORDINATOR

Jessica Westthorp and Emma Westthorp with Year 8 students

Sarah Colangelo, Emma Westthorp, Jessica Westthorp, Helen Alysse McDonald & Suzanne Mashtoub with Year 8 students

Where are they now? Old Scholar Profiles

Jessica Westthorp Jessica completed Year 12 in 2008 and went on to study a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at The University of Adelaide. Jessica became President of the Adelaide University Civil Engineering Society and worked for Bardavcol during her undergraduate degree. During her professional career, Jessica has worked on many projects across South Australia including the St Clair Wetlands, the Old Eyre Highway Diversion Road and the Ashwin Parade & South Road Intersection Upgrade, part of the Torrens to Torrens project. Jessica is currently working as a Civil Engineer at Adelaide Airport and studying a Masters degree. Jessica also features in a promotional video for The University of Adelaide, highlighting successful University of Adelaide Alumni. Keep an eye out for it!

Emma WestthorpUpon graduating from St Aloysius College in 2006, Emma studied Mining Engineering at The University of Adelaide. She landed her first professional job with BHPBilliton, working in mines in Queensland. Emma currently works as a Senior Engineer Analysis & Improvement for BHP at Olympic Dam. She is also studying an MBA.

Sarah ColangeloSarah completed Year 12 in 2015 at St Aloysius College and is now in her final year of her Medical Science degree at Flinders University. Sarah is a Student Ambassador for Flinders University, a role which involves speaking to school students across Adelaide. Sarah has decided to study a Master of Speech Pathology in 2019, the career area in which she did work experience during Year 10 at SAC.

Jessica Westthorp (Class of 2008)

Sarah Colanelo (Class of 2015)


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YEAR 12 IMPORTANT NEWS

Year 12 Written External Exam Timetable St Aloysius College 2018

(All exam duration times are indicated below)

DATE/TIME 9:00am 1:30pm

Tuesday 16 Oct Nationally assessed languages*

Wednesday 31 Oct Indonesian - Beginners (2 hours 30 minutes)

Monday 5 Nov Biology(2 hours)

Tuesday 6 Nov Chinese - Continuers (3 hours)

Modern History (2 hours)

Wednesday 7 NovEnglish as an

Additional Language (2½ hours)

English Literary Studies

(1 hour 40 minutes)

Thursday 8 Nov General Mathematics (2 hours)

Mathematical Methods (3 hours)

Friday 9 Nov Legal Studies (3 hours)

Italian - Continuers (3 hours)

Monday 12 Nov Physics (2 hours)

Tuesday 13 Nov Accounting (2 hours) Chemistry (2 hours)

Wednesday 14 Nov

Chinese - Background speakers (3 hours)

French - Continuers (3 hours)

Psychology (2 hours)

Thursday 15 Nov Physical Education (2 hours)

Economics (2 hours)

Friday 16 Nov

Essential Mathematics (2 hours)

Specialist Mathematics (3 hours)

Tuesday 20 Nov Musicianship (1¾ hours)

As we approach the final stages of formal lessons for Year 12 students, we would like to bring a number of key dates and events to your attention.

TERM 4Friday 26 October 2018

Final Full Day of School for Year 12 Students with Lesson 6, Farewell Assembly

Friday 26 October 2018 Whole School Mass (St Francis Xavier Cathedral), 7pm

Monday 5 November 2018Year 12 End of Year Written Examinations commence

Tuesday 20 November 2018SAC Spectacular, 7pm

Thursday 22 November 2018Graduation Dinner (Donato Reception Centre), 7-11pm

Thursday 6 December 2018Final Day for all remaining students

Regarding final exams, we would like to stress the following points:

• Some non-exam subjects might require students to be at school after Friday 26 October. These arrangements will be made between the teachers and students concerned.

• Correct school uniform must be worn to all exams.• Students must make sure they attend their exams at the correct time

on the correct day.• Morning exams begin at 9:00am and afternoon exams begin at 1:30 pm• Students should be at school at least 15 minutes before an exam is

scheduled to begin. • The Examination Attendance Slip should be brought to all exams.• If a student cannot attend an exam for some reason, or is likely to be

late, it is important that someone phones the school (8217 3200) to give details.

Between now and the end of year, Year 12s will need our support and encouragement. Deadlines for many major assessment tasks are approaching. The September holidays and early Term 4 will be critical times for revision and exam preparation. Along with subject teachers and home class teachers we are here to assist students in their progression through these final stages of the year. Communication is the key to success in Year 12, and there is still time to improve outcomes.

Year 12s are also making decisions about pathways beyond 2018. Each student has a SATAC University Guide to assist them. It is best to make UniWeb applications as soon as possible and certainly before 28 September (otherwise late fees apply). Preferences can be changed later. TafeSA applications are also now open.

Finally, we would like to recognise the perseverance and commitment our Year 12 students have shown in their studies. We look forward to celebrating their achievements together at the Graduation Mass and Graduation Dinner.

Ms Carolyne WilliamsYEAR 12 COORDINATOR


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Year 12 Graduation Dinner 2018Thursday 22 November 2018

at 7.00pm

Donato Reception Centre (62 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny)

Year 12 students and their families are cordially invited to our traditional way to celebrate the end of students’ final year of school.

Please note: Places are limited. Each Year 12 student can invite up to three guests. (Student + 3 guests max). The dinner is $70 per person for a three-course dinner and initial complimentary drinks. Please see the letter sent home with your daughter regarding the Student & Family Online RSVP & Payment Form, on the school’s website.

We look forward to sharing this important occasion with you.

Ms Carolyne WilliamsYEAR 12 COORDINATOR

Top Shot Photography supplies photography on the evening. It is possible to pre-book orders. Please see details below.

Graduation Photography OnLine Package Details: Flyer & order form. These details can also be found on our "OnLine Store" www.topshotphotography.com.au

• OnLine pre-ordering: to encourage our green transition to the new streamlined "online store", you will also receive free postage.

• Website - http://www.topshotphotography.com.au • Phone Orders Mob: 0408 829 639• New Postal Address: 47 Moore Street, Somerton Park SA 5044• Darryl Work (Manager) New Address: 47 Moore St, Somerton Park SA 5044 - DUE DATE: Wednesday 21 November Mob: 0408 829 639 • [email protected]• Flyers have been emailed to students

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YEAR 6 STUDENTS 'TECHSPO’ The Year 6 classes were busy this term creating new inventions that hope to make improvements to our school environment. Students in 6RL hosted 5SK at a ‘Techspo’ to showcase their inventions. The top two peer-voted inventions from each class will go head-to-head in a ‘shark tank’ style presentation with Ms McEvoy and Ms Osborn!

CONTEMPORARY ART & ARTISTIC CAREERS"On Tuesday 14 September, the Visual Arts leaders Eloise and Olivia with Visual Arts Coordinator Ms Barratt attended an intimate discussion at the Art Gallery of South Australia. We engaged in discussion of contemporary art and artistic careers with guest speakers: Artist Honor Freeman and Contemporary Art Curator at the gallery Leigh Robb. Ms Freeman discussed her artistic career journey, travelling and practising around the world, leading her back to actively working here in Adelaide. She discussed her feeling of connection to her clay medium and the development of her conceptual explorations on ordinary human experience throughout her career. Furthermore, Ms Robb's explanation of her exciting role as curator at the gallery was inspiring. She spoke of her passion for art and the decisions that lead to her position working with living artists as the Contemporary art curator. She also led us around the gallery, discussing the amazing projects occurring, along with her collaboration with international artist Chiharu Shiota to commission the ethereal 'Absence embodied' installation. This experience was inspiring to us as young women eager to enter the artistic world beyond our school studies. Hearing about Ms Freeman intricate connectivity with her medium and Ms Robb’s exciting role as curator. This opportunity engaged our creativity and passion for the Visual Arts, providing relevant possibilities and inspiring artistic practices to assist our present and future endeavours."Eloise & Olivia (Year 12 Visual Art leaders)

"This experience was inspiring as young women eager to enter the artistic world beyond our school studies."

"This opportunity engaged our creativity and passion for the Visual Arts."

Eloise & Olivia at the Contemporary Art forum, Art Gallery of SA


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2018 Australian Mathematics Competition Results

(Years 7-12)

Hundreds of secondary students from around 30 countries sat the Australian Mathematics Competition on Thursday 9 August 2018. Students compete on the same day, solving everything from basic numerical problems through to advanced problem solving. St Aloysius College entered 21 students. Kristy in Year 10 was awarded the highest level of Prize Winner! Kira in Year 7 was awarded a High Distinction. Alisha Chanda, Tianfei Ren, Harmony Jayawardhana and Elizabeth Rutherford in Year 7; Mia Konopka, Alisha Nair and Lynelle Cheung in Year 8; and Catherine Huo in Year 10 were all awarded a Distinction. Six students were awarded a Credit and four were awarded a Proficiency Certificate. Well done to all students who entered. Watch out for details next year for the 2019 AMC!

Ms Nicoletta RomanelliMATHEMATICS COORDINATOR

Kristy with her Mathematics teacher Mr Malcolm Smith Congratulations Kira!

This term, the STEM group competed to see who could build a boat with the greatest capacity. Students from Years 7-12 built a range of boats for this competition of Titanic proportions. Using basic materials and designs of rafts, some multi-hulled boats were created. The Year 12 team of Bianca and Trinity have had the most success with their reinforced, multi-hull design. The STEM group will resume next term with more lunchtime competitions.

Mr Tom CottonMATHEMATICS COORDINATOR

STEM Boat Building Competition

Gabby & Heather working on their boat

Portia & Elizabeth testing their raft designTrinity and Bianca with their winning boat

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To do this, simply search ‘St Aloysius College’, choose the one with the logo as

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student achievements, upcoming events and more!


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YOUNG INVENTORSStudents in Year 5 have been creating and designing solutions to solve a range of everyday problems. Here a few of their inventions.

Ms Joanne VillisYEAR 5 HOME CLASS TEACHER

Sharpener Mess Protector by Emma "I made my invention for kids who have to deal with cleaning up sharpener messes all the time. I hand-sewed it myself and made four stitches. It also has holes in the top, so you can still sharpen your pencil. The protector is actually a cover that goes on top of the sharpener with a strap under the bottom."

Magnificent Magnifier by Grace"I was inspired to do this because my Poppa and other people who have low vision find it hard to read. This will help them with basic day-to-day tasks. All you have to do is have the text you want to read and the Magnificent Magnifier. You hold the Magnificent Magnifier over the text, press and hold a button and a voice reads the text to you."

The Power Pencil by Ava"The reason why I built this invention is because when I draw I never know what to do on the page. Usually, I just draw random things like cats, but sometimes I just like to scribble or draw patterns, and this takes forever! However, with the Power Pencil you can just drill onto the page."

Bella’s Butter Stick by Isabella"I made this for my brother and sister because they have trouble spreading butter. Bella’s Butter Stick is so easy to use. First, you pop the cork on the top, then push the butter up by pushing the syringe and spread the butter on your toast. Then, if you want to cook with butter you pin the wire to the syringe using your finger, swivel the wire and slice! It cuts off the butter. What are you waiting for? Pop, Squeeze, Spread."

Sophie-Rose’s Folding Machine by Sophie"I was inspired to design this because my step mum is always folding my Dad’s and my clothes. Dad and I make jokes and say we should get her a folding machine. Well I made one! You put the good side of the shirt facing down, fold the right side, then the left, then the bottom. Result, a folded shirt."

Zip-up Bed by Madeline"My invention is for all those people who move around whilst sleeping. The quilt is sewn onto the bed and then there is a zip on the quilt. You unzip the quilt, hop in, sleep, wake up and get out. Zip it up and you never have to make your bed again."

The Uniform Hanger by Laya"This machine has been designed for people like me, who are too lazy to hang up their uniform after school when their mum tells them to. First, you need to push a button then put your clothes next to the claws. It will pick up your clothes, take them to a hanger and hang them for you. You don’t need to anything else, problem solved."

The Power Pencil by Ava Uniform Hanger by Laya

Sharpener Mess Protector by Emma Magnificent Magnifier by Grace

Butter Stick by Isabella


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YEAR 8 RETREAT 'LIFE AS A GIFT'This term, Year 8 students participated in a Retreat at the Italian Centre. The theme was 'Life as a Gift'. Students were able to take time out of their normal school day to reflect upon the importance of friendship within their lives. It was fantastic to see the girls embrace all aspects of the day, including the small group activities, role play and meditation.

Ms Rachel GouldYEAR 8 COORDINATOR


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SUZUKI MUSIC IN SAC

There have been some new young violinists emerging in SAC; you may have seen them at the SAC Spectacular or Spring Concert. As well as taking part in soirees and assemblies, these girls have also been part of Suzuki concerts outside of school. I, Sonia Treagus, graduated from SAC in 2014 and have been teaching the Violin Suzuki Method to my students at SAC since graduating. I have been playing the violin since I was 4 years old and have grown up with the Suzuki Method. After finishing Year 12, I knew that I didn’t want to stop playing the violin and thanks to the unfaltering support of Mr Craig Evans and Ms Linda Clemente, I was able to start teaching and eventually leading the string ensembles at the school. I wanted to give my students the same opportunities and experiences I had growing up and so I decided to teach them the same way I learned.

Ms Sonia TreagusSAC OLD SCHOLAR

The Suzuki Method, officially called Talent Education, was developed by Schinazi Suzuki in the 1930s. Dr Suzuki realised that all children are able to speak their mother tongue without difficulty, and it occurred to him that "the way in which children learn to speak their native language is a perfect method. No one fails." Suzuki S. 1969.

Children do not have ‘speaking lessons’, they naturally learn how to speak and music should be treated the same. Suzuki students continue to learn new repertoire, while also revisiting old pieces, to solidify skills that they have learned. This allows the student to develop what he or she has learned. When we learn new words, we don’t put them away and never say them again. We continue to develop our language and add to our vocabulary. Only through repetition can something be mastered. The Suzuki way is not a set of exercises or pieces. It is a brilliantly successful teaching method.

All children can play music; it only takes the enthusiasm of both the parent and the child. Learning music is a big commitment, but worthwhile and rewarding. Talent Education is not only a method for learning music, but a way of life. It aims to grow beautiful, hardworking and modest people through the act of raising young children in a caring and encouraging environment. All children have the potential to become musicians, it is up to the parents to nurture this potential and turn it into ability through proper education, hard work and love.

What is the Suzuki Method?


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CULTURAL ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM 2018 In 2017, our Year 5 teachers and students participated in the Catholic Education Office’s Cultural Artist in Residence program. Through this program, we were incredibly fortunate to be offered the opportunity to work with Gina Rings. Gina Rings, an indigenous woman from the Kokatha nation, west coast of South Australia, has extensive expertise in contemporary and traditional dance and choreography. In addition to her time with Bangarra where she was the leading female dancer with the Company, Gina has choreographed numerous dance works, collaborated with Trevor Jamieson and Scott Rankin and has served as the Artistic Director of Kurruru Indigenous Youth Theatre and Adelaide's Spirit Festival. In 2018, we have been very grateful to continue our relationship with Gina. She has again worked closely with our Year 5 classes. Gina has offered an exploration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural dance, history and practice. Through this program, students have had the opportunity to engage with and reflect on Aboriginal cultural arts, specific to the emergence of Contemporary Indigenous Dance and the influences of traditional dance fusion and dance as a language that integrates many areas of cultural practice and connection to country. This program has taken place over ten weeks in Term 3 and Term 4. A performance that the girls have created will be featured at this years’ SAC Spectacular.

The Cultural Artist in Residence program supports school communities to engage with a diverse group of cultural expert practitioners to:• Develop authentic relationships between Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

• Lead pedagogical change through the lens of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and spiritualities.

• Advance an effective Reconciliation agenda through cultural responsiveness

As part of this program, we have been involved in an inquiry and evidence based network, along with other schools, which is designed to support our engagement within the CESA Cultural Artist in Residence Program. The aim of this has been to develop understandings of the relationships between current and emergent pedagogies and impacts on outcomes for all students. Our Year 5 teachers have worked very closely with Gina in reviewing and

developing curriculum programs supported and guided by the Australian Curriculum General Capabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross curriculum priorities.

This term for our annual Staff Spiritual Development Day on Friday 7 September, the theme of the day was Beyond the Apology: 21st Century Reconciliation - Cultural Safety, Respect & Responsiveness. The day covered a broad range of important topics and purposes which included:

• Understanding that our own cultural and spiritual values and personal journeys matter and impact on those around us.

• Processing the importance and significance of being identified by cultural heritage.

• Building codes of cultural safety and respect.• Building respect for and affinity with Aboriginal cultural

practices.• Providing a rationale for First Peoples first & Beyond the Apology

approaches• Modelling 21st Century Reconciliation• Reflection and prayer.

This was a reflective and meaningful day for all staff, which was facilitated and led by Jonathan Lindsay-Tjapaltjarri Hermawan, a respected educator, musician and advocate for Indigenous leadership and youth empowerment. It was supported by the ATSI team from the Catholic Education Office.

Ms Kellie OsbornACTING DEPUTY PRINCIPAL (R-12)


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YEAR 8 DEBATING - GRAND FINALCongratulations to the Year 8 Debating team who competed at Parliament House in the Grand Final of the Debating SA competition this morning.

In a close debate awarded to Glenunga International HS, the girls made us all incredibly proud.

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