Term 1, Week 9

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NEWSLETTER OF ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE COLLEGE
2199 Sandgate Road, Boondall, QLD 4034
Tel: +61 7 3865 0555 Fax: +61 7 3865 0500
Email: contact@nudgee.com www.nudgee.com
Mr Peter Fullagar
Principal
Dear Parents, Guardians and members of the Nudgee College community,
It is some years since a new Catholic school has been opened in Brisbane, so the opening and blessing of Ambrose Treacy College,
at Indooroopilly, on Tuesday evening was a special occasion for all who were present. What made the evening unique was the fact
that the same occasion marked the closing of Nudgee Junior College. Our two Colleges have strong historical links and go back to
the days that both were operated as boarding schools by the Christian Brothers. The younger boarders of Nudgee Junior more often
than not made the transition to secondary school boarding at St Joseph’s Nudgee College. This strong link changed with the closure
of boarding at Nudgee Junior some years ago now. That being said, we still have a number of our boys who attended Nudgee Junior
prior to joining us.
With the decision to move all of Year 7 to high school across all Queensland schools, Nudgee Junior was forced to reimagine its
future. Out of this process Ambrose Treacy College was born as a fellow Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition, educating
boys from Years 4 to 8. Ultimately as the school grows it will extend to Year 12. There was a wonderful sense of pride and optimism
at Tuesday’s opening. Amongst the many guests were a large number of Christian Brothers as well as representatives from Edmund
Rice Education Australia (EREA). The foundation Principal is Mr Michael Senior who was a long term member of staff, and former
Deputy Principal, of Nudgee College. It was a great occasion for the community of ATC and their boys and staff are in our prayers as
they undertake their first steps as a new school entity.
On Tuesday’s assembly Tristan Bourgeois (Year 11) lead the College in prayer with his reflection upon the impact of Cyclone Pam on
his family and the people of Vanuatu. Tristan is a boarder here at the College and his family live in Vanuatu. His testimony in front of
all the students was a powerful moment in time and helped to personalise the tragedy in Vanuatu. I share his words with you:
‘I am standing in front of you today to talk about an incident that had occurred three weeks ago on the 6 March. A severe tropical cyclone
Pam of category five destroyed my hometown of Port Vila. On that day there were more than 70,000 people including my friends and
relatives that were living without shelter, food and water which is is almost half the population in Vanuatu, along with numerous deaths,
only 11 were confirmed so far, but there are many areas that still have no communications so there is a high chance that we may end up
with more.
My brother called me a few days after this incident telling me that he was terrified, my house was wrecked, my grandmother lost her entire
veranda and other relatives had almost lost their houses. Even schools, public hospitals, hotels etc were destroyed. Crime rates have
increased because most houses are wrecked and the town itself is under a complete power outage. Therefore the government has decided
to put a curfew preventing theft or looting.
To summarise it all up, the entire town is completely destroyed from this natural disaster. New Zealand, Australia and China had altogether
donated over ten million dollars with New Caledonia sending food, water and personal military to the areas most damaged.
So on behalf of my family and friends and Vanuatu I ask your help to donate to the Catholic aid agency Caritas helping with the recovery.
This week I ask you to give to Project Compassion and including the money raised from the Nudgee College social with all the money raised
we will also help my country from this disaster.’
DATE CLAIMERS | MARCH/APRIL
30 March
1 April
2 April
Year 8 camp
Years 5 & 6 Lenten Fair
Ladies’ Auxiliary Easter morning tea
Term 1 ends, 1.00pm
27 MARCH | VOLUME 38 | NO 9
This weekend the cricketers play the last round of GPS for 2015. This is the culmination of our extensive summer sports program
which has seen countless students represent the College. While the sporting performance is important in itself, it is also a vehicle
for our young men to develop a sense of achievement, to build resilience, to enhance their relationships and to develop a deeper
sense of belonging within the College. Sport on weekends is also an opportunity for building community based on the relationships
developed between boys, parents, teachers, coaches, managers and anyone who plays a role in enabling games and competition to
occur.
I am therefore very grateful for the generous efforts of many, many people who have contributed in large and small ways to this
extensive program. In particular, the supportive work of the members of the Parent Support Groups for cricket, rowing, swimming
and volleyball have been instrumental to building community spirit as well as helping to fund activities. The Directors deserve
special recognition - Mr Christian Oneto, Mr Brody Grogan, Mr Jamie Pybus and Mr Josh Krogh commit countless hours to their roles.
Their work is facilitated and enhanced by the dedicated leadership of Mr Greg Thorne (Director of Activities). Thanks are extended to
one and all.
The final week of the school term coincides with Holy Week. These seven days of Holy Week, that commence with Palm Sunday this
weekend and which culminate with Easter Sunday, are the centrepiece of the Christian faith and reveal the essential truths upon
which our faith is based. The 40 days of Lent have served to prepare us to enter this most special time. The daily busyness of the
secular world, with thoughts of chocolate, bunnies and holidays, should not hide from us the truth and meaning of the death and
resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Easter holiday should not stand in the way of finding our way to Church so that we can pray and
reflect more deeply upon the meaning of our lives and our own spiritual journey.
This is my final column for the term and, upon reflection, it has been a wonderful introduction to St Joseph’s Nudgee College. As I
have said elsewhere I have been touched by the welcome that I have received. Over the busy weeks of this first term I have been
constantly inspired by the endeavours of so many people, by the spirit of the College community and by the genuineness and
essential goodness of our young men. I trust that the coming break is an opportunity for many people to enjoy time with family and
friends and to escape the demands of our daily working lives. For those who are travelling we hope and pray for safe travels. We can
also hope and pray that the good start that has been made to our 125th year will be built upon next term. There is much that awaits
when school resumes and I look forward to sharing some special moments in Term 2.
With gratitude for the school year so far and with blessings for the special time of Easter and the holidays ahead,
A Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition
Mr Graham Leddie
Deputy Principal
Boarding Village Unfortunately, Stage 2 of the Boarding Village had a false start this week and our planned moved in has been put back to Term 2. We
apologise for this inconvenience to boys and families. Art
Ms Leah Collins has tendered her resignation from the College as of the end of Term. Leah commenced with us as a part time teacher
aide in the Art department in July 2013. Leah also worked as a boarding supervisor for 12 months. We thank Leah for her services to
the College. Leah recently completed her Graduate Diploma in Education and will stay on with us as an on call relief teacher.
Health Centre Ms Fiona Hardy has tendered her resignation from the College as of the end of Term. Fiona has been a registered nurse in the Health
Centre for six years and has contributed well to the caring environment created in our Health Centre. We thank Fiona for her service
to the College and wish her all the best with her future endeavours. Marine Science
Thank you to Mr Quinton Dell who covered Mr Bruce Thompson this Term whilst he was away on leave. Quinton’s previous
experience working for the CSIRO in their Marine department has enhanced his lessons this term teaching Marine Science. We thank
him for his service and wish him well. New Doctor The College welcomes Dr Mark Tsien as College Doctor commencing Term 2. Dr Tsien is a practicing General Practitioner with eight
years experience and is a past and current parent of boys attending the College. Dr Tsien has previously held appointments in
Scotland, UK (Hairmyres Hospital, Inverclyde Hospital), Caboolture Hospital, Prince Charles Hospital and Redcliffe Hospital before
General Practice at Rode Medical Centre and Bray Park Medical Practice. He is currently based at Aspley 7 Day Medical Centre and
also after hours at Kedron Park 7 Day Medical Centre.
Teacher Aide Art (Part time, term time)
The College is seeking applications for the position of Teacher Aide - Art. This is a part time term time level 2 school officer position
for 2015 and is allocated 19.5 hours (three days) per week. A position description and details on how to apply for this position is
available on the College website.
Applications should be addressed to Mr Peter Fullagar, The Principal and will close Sunday 12 April. Interviews will be held in the
week ending 24 April. Commencement date: as soon as possible.
Robotics Club Thank you to Mr Sean O’Brien, Ms Simone Mitchell and Mr Richard Bauer who have engaged 35 boys every week of Term 1 in
Robotics Club. Students have enjoyed building and programming the Mindstorm EV3 robots. The club resumes at the start of Term 2. Rugby Tomorrow 10 members of our 1st XV squad along with Rugby Director Sean Graham will travel to the Sunshine Coast to run
demonstrations and drills at the Brothers SC Rugby Club Open Day. Qld Reds players will also be in attendance, and over 500 people
are expected on the day. Fox Sports program Rugby HQ will be doing some filming with James O’Connor and Tim Horan on Ross Oval next Wednesday at
approximately 10.30am.
Cultural Events Committee
We are well and truly now underway in the preparations for this year’s Dimensions NC Art Festival in September. Dimensions NC Art
Festival is a four day event which celebrates the creative arts at Nudgee College and provides an opportunity for student works to be
displayed alongside emerging and professional artists.
This year’s Opening Night is scheduled for the 4 September, so save the date for this event as tickets sell out fast. It is a great
opportunity for the Nudgee College Community to come together and celebrate our students’ talents and to view and purchase
competition and guest artists’ work. Fine art, food and wine are always a highlight of this event along with entertainment by solo
artist Nick Trovas (NCOB) and our Nudgee College talented music students.
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Mr Graham Leddie
Deputy Principal
This year we have two guest artists exhibiting at Dimensions. Andrew O’Brien, who was featured in last week’s newsletter, and Leisa
O’Brien. Leisa is a celebrated Australian artist based on the Gold Coast. She is a keen surfer and combines her passion of the sea with
her love of painting, which is shown in her bright, warm beach and surf paintings.
Watch for our weekly news items to be updated on the event, including what is planned for this year’s amazing raffle prizes and we
promise, this year they are better than ever before!
Enquiries contact Debby White
President Cultural Events Committee
0417 802 430
RACE DAY
St Joseph’s Nudgee College together with the
Nudgee College Old Boys’ Association
warmly invite you to the
Goondiwindi Picnic Races
Saturday 11 April, 2015
12.00 pm
Nudgee College marquee
RSVP
Tara Shipperley
Acting Director, Development and Communications
tshipperley@nudgee.com
07 3865 0550
A Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition
Ms Erin Wedge
Dean of Idenity
Mark’s story of the Passion of Jesus
As we near the end the first term, we enter the Passion story of Jesus. The week beginning on Sunday, known as Palm Sunday, is the
most important week for Christians. The story of Jesus’ Passion and death is of great importance to the Christian story. The climax is
Good Friday and Easter. “Holy Week” is recognised as the most sacred time of the Christian year. It is central for the lives of Christians.
The gospel writers of Matthew, Mark and Luke dedicated over one third of their gospel to this part of Jesus’ story. The writer of John’s
gospel dedicated over half of his book to telling us about the death and resurrection of Jesus. Within Religious Education classes
next week, our students will be breaking open the Passion according to Mark’s gospel.
The Passion of Christ is known as the last week of Jesus’ life. Passion is from the Latin noun passio, meaning suffering. In everyday
English though, we often use the word passion for any consuming interest, dedicated enthusiasm or concentrated commitment. In
this sense, a person’s passion is what she or he is passionate about. Jesus’ passion was to bring about the kingdom of God, namely
to incarnate the justice of God by demanding for all a fair share of a world belonging to and ruled by the covenantal God of Israel. It
was that first passion for God’s distributive justice that led inevitably to the second passion by Pilate’s punitive justice. Jesus’ passion
is a way of understanding why his life ended in the passion on Good Friday. To narrow the passion of Jesus to his last 12 hours –
arrest, trial, torture, and crucifixion – is to ignore the connection between his life and his death. (Excerpts taken from Marcus Borg
and John Dominic Crossan: The Last Week)
As part of our Holy Week liturgy on Thursday next week, our students will pause to reflect upon the Stations of the Cross and how
over the past six weeks we have journeyed with Project Compassion and Caritas.
We are still collecting canned goods for those local charities – please send any canned items to the Edmund Rice Centre.
Caritas – Project Compassion Update
Over three weeks ago Vanuatu was devastated by Cyclone Pam. The Caritas network is working closely with the Diocese of Port Vila
in its disaster response effects. Our Lenten appeal through Project Compassion directly supports Vanuatu. Money received through
Project Compassion helps deliver vital long term development programs, as well as immediate response to emergencies, and the
rebuilding of the Vanuatu communities.
If you would like to take a moment to pray as a family I share with you this PPT resource that Nudgee College students prayed on
assembly on Tuesday. It can be downloaded at www.caritas.org.au/CyclonePamPrayer
Blessings upon you and your families for the Holy Week ahead,
Erin
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Mr David Johnston
Dean of Learning & Teaching
Interim Reports and Parent/Teacher Conferences
As we come to the completion of the first term of 2015, I would like to congratulate all of our students for their efforts. I have been
especially impressed with the work of our Year 12 students at this early point in the year and I would particularly like to congratulate our
Year 12s for their recent efforts with QCS practice and associated feedback, as well as their diligence with major assessment tasks during the
last few busy weeks. Staff who have been at the College for some time have said it is refreshing to see how attentive and eager the boys are
at this time of the year. Well done boys.
At present, teachers are preparing our boys for the end of term exams. Staff have completed an initial progress report that parents now
have access to through the parent lounge. This interim report provides an indication of your son’s progress at this early stage of the year.
The report also includes details of next term’s Parent/Teacher conferences. These conferences will occur throughout the day and into the
evening on 20 April, which will be the first Monday of Term 2. Parent requests for interviews need to be made through the Parent Portal and
submitted by Tuesday 31 March. An email will be sent out shortly to remind you of the process. On Thursday 2 April you will then receive
another email asking you to check the portal for the confirmation of your scheduled interview times with the teachers you selected to see.
All communication will be done electronically. Please let us know if there are any issues or concerns.
Australian Mathematics Competition Entries are now being accepted into the 37th Australian Mathematics Competition. The AMC is administered by the Australian Mathematics
Trust, a not-for-profit organisation. The competition is being conducted at Nudgee on Thursday 30 July. I strongly urge all boys to participate
in this competition as it is an excellent opportunity for students to challenge themselves to think flexibly and to apply past knowledge in
new situations. The brain will only improve if it is exercised and the AMC in a non-threatening way to do this. You can find practice questions
on the Australian Mathematics Trust website: http://amt.edfinity.com/ Cost is only $6 and can be paid to your son’s Mathematics teacher before Friday 1 May.
QCS Update
Both Mrs Peta Scott (Head of QCS) and I have sent home emails to parents and the Year 12 boys who are sitting the QCS test this year in the
past week. My email informed parents on the relationship between the QCS practice test result and their son’s OP estimate. I will send out
another email after the next practice test. The aim of these emails is to provide parents with a continual update on their son’s progress, and
hopefully prompt the odd conversation around the dinner table about QCS preparation and study in general.
Mrs Scott also provides regular, detailed updates to the boys. Her latest email outlined the dates of some important additional
opportunities to prepare for the QCS Test.
These opportunities in chronological order are listed below:
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Thursday 26 March - Multiple Choice workshop followed by a test in the Bingo Hall from 1.00pm - 3.00pm
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Tuesday 21 April - Literacy workshop in Tierney Auditorium. Afternoon tea begins at 3.15pm, the session will run from 4.00pm - 5.30pm
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Wednesday 22 April - QCS Collaborations in the College library from 3.00pm - 4.30pm. These sessions will be ongoing throughout the
term
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Tuesday 28 April - Second QCS practice day. The boys will sit the SR & WT papers. This practice day will commence at 8.25am and run for
the full day in the Bingo Hall
Please note that attendance at both the Thursday 26 March Multiple Choice workshop and test and the Tuesday 28 April practice day are
compulsory. Attendance at the Literacy workshop is strongly advised. Boys may attend as many ‘QCS Collaborations as they would like and may
stay for any length of time between 3.00pm and 4.30pm.
Mrs Scott will send out reminder emails to both parents and boys as these dates draw near.
Still on QCS, if you think your son has a condition - physical, mental or emotional - that may act as a barrier to him performing to his best
ability in the QCS Test it is possible to apply to the QCAA for Special Provision for the Test. The most common Special Provision available to
students is Special Arrangements. If a student is granted Special Arrangements for the test, the conditions under which the test is done are
varied for that student eg. they may have use of a QCAA approved computer, rest breaks or the test instructions in writing. It is important to
note that it is the responsibility of students or their parents to make contact with Mrs Scott to initiate an application. All applications must
be accompanied by documentation from a qualified professional in the form of a medical certificate or report. This documentation must be
dated no earlier than 1 January 2014. If you have any questions or wish to begin the application process please phone or email Peta Scott.
Applications officially open on 30 March and close on 21 May.
I wish all the boys the best of luck with their exams and hope all families have a happy and safe Easter.
A Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition
Mr Paul Begg
Dean of Students
Did you know you can watch our weekly assemblies?
Including parents in the community can be very difficult, especially when you have 300 or so parents of boarders living far away. For many years
we have attempted to get key events online in a video format to welcome those that cannot join us for celebrations. Whether physically unable,
located remotely or due to work you cannot see your son, grandson or nephew presented at assembly, perform or simply acknowledged, there
is now that opportunity thanks to Raoul Carmody, Karen McLeod and the AV crew.
To watch this week’s assembly please go to http://bit.ly/1FIzUIH
National Bullying Day of Action - The key messages for boys, staff and parents
Last week we acknowledged National Bullying Day of action and in the interest of ongoing partnerships
with parents and the development of our Signum Fidei - Sign of Faith family I share with parents the key
messages that were spoken. If you would like to watch the full assembly presentation please go to the
portal and view the address or you can simply discuss with your son the details below and share your
experiences and expectations of bullying and negative relationships. The definition of bullying was also
shared. Our College anti-bullying policy and handbook is available via the website and portal.
What is our goal?
To create the “Signum Fidei” graduate
Being a sign of faith means:
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We care for other people
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Are tolerant of difference
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Speak positively
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Make respect and dignity of others a daily priority
We are a proudly diverse community
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It means we are different
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Difference will occasionally bring conflict which is normal
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Conflict is not the problem, DISRESPECT is the problem
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When the outcome of conflict is continual, disrespectful and is designed to show up (or put down others), bullying has taken hold
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Use your parents, teachers, House Deans and Counsellors to help resolve conflicts if you are having trouble doing it by yourself
Make the choice to be different
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Speak up for others
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Listen and act with empathy and understanding
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Have courage - What’s Courage?
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Knowing what’s right will have a difficult personal cost . . . but doing it anyway
Silence is the enemy
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Bullying, poor behaviour and violence only exists and grows when the predominant ‘noise’ is silence
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Looking after others by reporting and standing up to negativity and injustice is courageous, it is not ‘dobbing’
No Bystanders
“All that is required for evil to flourish is for good men to do nothing.” For the last three years our Senior Religion and Ethics boys have had the
opportunity to visit the Holocaust museum ‘Courage to Care’. Of the many great lessons to come from that experience the outlook delivered
on bullying was the greatest. The survivors shared and cherished the quote from Yehuda Bauer: “Thou shalt not be a victim, thou shalt not be a
perpetrator, but, above all, thou shalt not be a bystander.” A great message because the bullies and the bullied are always in the minority - it is
the bystanders who are in their masses and have the power to make a difference.
EREA Northern House Deans and Pastoral Leaders gathering
This Friday and Monday our House Deans, Heads of Boarding Houses and Formation team leaders are spending time with those in the other
Edmund Rice schools to discuss matters of care, growth and development of young men and their roles in leading this process. Topics for
presentation and discussion include adolescent development and methods of guidance, building community and confidence in boys and
families through quality communication, the development and leadership of faith formation in students and schools, utilising, engaging
and developing restorative behavioural practices in schools and developing professional capabilities and credibility. These are wonderful
opportunities to share and collaborate and I trust that our College family will grow and benefit from their experiences.
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Mrs Jeanette Maxwell
Head of Careers
Course and Institution Updates
Business or Commerce degree - What’s the difference?
Institutions can differ in what they call their business/commerce degrees. For example, the Queensland University of Technology
includes all of its business/commerce specialisations/majors in its B Business. Griffith University and the University of Queensland
offer both B Business/B Business Management and B Commerce with different specialisations/majors in each degree. When
researching business/commerce degrees, it is important to identify the specialisations or majors offered as this may influence the
types of jobs you can apply for immediately after you graduate.
According to Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CA) ‘business’ focuses on how individual organisations operate,
while ‘commerce’ focuses more on the wider commercial and economic environment. You can explore this topic further on the CA
website at http://www.charteredaccountants.com.au/Students/News-and-updates/High-school/Business-or-commerce-degree.aspx
Physiotherapy courses in Queensland
The following courses are offered at universities in Queensland. Prerequisites and the course cut-offs for the 15 January 2015 offer
round are included.
Australian Catholic University - B Physiotherapy - English and one of Chemistry, Biology or Physics; OP 2; see http://www.acu.edu.
au/courses/640276
Bond University – B Exercise and Sports (this course provides a pathway to Bond’s Doctor of Physiotherapy) – English, Maths B;
multiple criteria is used in selection (not just OP); see https://bond.edu.au/program/doctor-physiotherapy
CQUniversity (Bundaberg and Rockhampton campuses) – B Physiotherapy (Honours) - English and one of Chemistry, Biology or
Physics: OP 8 at Bundaberg campus and OP 6 at Rockhampton campus; see https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses-and-programs/studyareas/health/undergraduate/bachelor-of-physiotherapy
Griffith University (Gold Coast campus) - B Exercise Science (Pre-Physiotherapy)/Master of Physiotherapy – English and
one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths B – OP 2; see https://www148.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses/Program/
OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1344
James Cook University – B Physiotherapy – English, Maths B and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health Education or Physical
Education and a JCU Application Form; multiple criteria is used in the selection process; see http://www-public.jcu.edu.au/courses/
health/index.htm
University of Queensland - B Physiotherapy (Honours) - English and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics; OP 2# (went to Field
Positions); see http://www.uq.edu.au/study/program.html?acad_prog=2021
In addition to Bond University and Griffith University, the University of Queensland has a postgraduate program for physiotherapy. See www.uq.edu.au/study/program.html?acad_prog=5267
Short Courses
Endeavour College of Natural Health
The Endeavour College offers accredited tertiary and VET courses in natural medicine. Areas covered include acupuncture,
homeopathy, massage, allied health, musculoskeletal therapy, naturopathy and nutritional medicine. See http://www.endeavour.
edu.au/ for information about these courses. The college also offers a number of short courses, including the following online
courses:
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Beating colds and flu naturally
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Foundation course in complementary medicines
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Natural stress reduction
Endeavour College will hold an open day on Saturday 9 May 2015. See http://www.endeavour.edu.au/events/ for details.
Occupational Information
Care Careers
If you are interested in a future job caring for people in the disability, aged care and community sector, visit the Care Careers website
at http://www.carecareers.com.au/. On this site you can start with a career quiz to find out which caring career would suit you. You
can then explore the range of jobs in this career area and the pathways to gain entry. The website also has career advice and tips.
A Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition
Careers in the automotive industry
Recent media reports give the impression that the future of jobs in the automotive industry in Australia is very grim. While this
might be the case for some automotive manufacturing jobs, it is not the whole picture. The automotive industry will continue to
offer a broad and diverse range of jobs, including:
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Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technician
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Diesel Engine Technician
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Automotive Electrical Technician
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Motorcycle Technician
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Marine Technician
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Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
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Automotive Alternative Fuel Technician
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Forklift Technician
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Motorsport Technician
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Bicycle Technician
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Automotive Sales
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Automotive Administration
Find out more about opportunities in the automotive industry on the MAAP My Future website at http://maapmyfuture.com.au/. The site has a ‘Match me with a career in automotive’ questionnaire, as well as case studies and information on apprenticeships.
Interested in a creative career?
One important way to explore a creative career is to find out how other people have entered this career field. The Queensland
University of Technology’s ART/WORK at http://www.artmuseum.qut.edu.au/schools/artwork.jsp provides a series of webisodes
following the career and study pathways of seven individuals working across varied roles in the visual arts sector - curator, arts
worker, artist, gallerist, art installer, educator and conservator.
What is ICT?
How do you communicate with your friends – SMS, Twitter, Google +, Instagram, Snapchat, Pandora, Facebook? When you use any
of these channels of communication, you are using Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
As tomorrow’s ICT professional you are likely to be working with technologies that do not exist yet. You will have your choice
of industry – banking and finance, health, insurance, defence, manufacturing, telecommunications, agriculture, environment,
hospitality – you name it. Here are a few examples of the careers in the many ICT pathways available.
The Dreamer – Designer, Developer, Programmer, Systems Analyst
The Team Player - Account Manager, Support Technician, Computer Engineer
The Inventor – Network Administrator, ICT Architect, ICT Consultant, Programmer
The Constructor – Database Coordinator, Network Administrator, Security Analyst
The Big Thinker – Business Systems Planner, ICT Trainer, Project Manager
You can find this information and much more on the I Choose Technology website at http://www.ichoosetechnology.com.au/. The
site provides information about the ICT industry in Australia, ICT jobs and salaries, courses, and the profiles of people with ICT jobs.
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Mr Chris Cawley
Director of Junior School
Rock and Water Program
Over the past four days, and continuing next week, Year 6 students have participated in the Rock and Water Program. This one day
session concentrates on the basics of the program including; grounding and centring exercises, standing strong and rock and water
attitude in physical and verbal communication. The workshop examined these aspects from the perspective of relationships, body
language, breath exercises, boundary awareness exercises, and effective anti-bullying techniques. We are very fortunate to have Mr
Mannie Navarro run these sessions with each class. Thank you Mannie for a great job.
Lenten Fair
Next Thursday our Inter-house Cross Country will be held in the morning followed by our Lenten Fair. Our Lenten Fair is our major
fundraiser for our Caritas Appeal this Lent. During this time each class will run a fun activity for boys to participate in. It is always a
great day and loved by the boys. On the day I would ask that each boy bring one can to add to our can collection. I understand some
families have been extremely generous already, and if you have already donated please do not feel the need to give again.
Term 1 Wrap
As this is my final newsletter article for Term 1, I did want to recognise how well our boys have started the year. The boys in Year 5
in particular, have had a great start. They have embraced their new school in all facets. I also acknowledge the extraordinary effort
of all teachers in the Junior School in ensuring Term 1 has run effectively. Our co-curricular program has been well supported with
students participating in cricket, debating, swimming, cattle club, robotics and other activities I may have missed. Thank you to the
many staff, coaches and parents who have assisted your son enjoy the many co-curricular activities on offer at Nudgee College. It has
certainly been a great term. I wish all families a very happy and Holy Easter, enjoy the down time and get ready to do it all again next
term. Please keep Mrs Kris Clancy in your thoughts and prayers as she recovers from knee surgery after a fall last week. We hope to
welcome Mrs Clancy back at the beginning of next term.
A Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition
Mr Stephen Meara
Director of Boarding
End of Term
I hope you are looking forward to having your sons home for the Easter break as much as they are at getting away. As with all end of term
wrap-ups there are a number of housekeeping matters to keep in mind.
Exams – Exam block for Year 11 and 12 boys has commenced and I am glad to say they are making the most of it. During exam block
students come and go to their exams and when not in exams they must study in their rooms until the lunch break. Normal study at night
still occurs. Students in Years 6-10 still have programmed classes and if end of term exams are required they take place during these classes.
Vacation Leave – All students should have clarified the details of their end of term leave with you and that data should already be entered
into the REACH system. On the Wednesday and Thursday of Week 10 transport to the airport, bus and train terminals will be organised for
those who require it. Please enter in the notes section of REACH the time of DEPARTURE and flight/bus/train number so students can be
organised to the relevant buses.
Rooms - All students must tidy their rooms and organise any gear remaining here for the holidays at the direction of their House Mother.
They will not be allowed to leave until this important task is completed. This is very important for students in Cotter and O’Brien who will
move to their new accommodation upon return.
I wish you every blessing and joy for the Easter season – Christus resurrexit! Resurrexit vere!
Boarding Village Stage II
The recent rain has once again deferred the completion of the second stage of the Boarding Village. When they return from the midsemester break, students in O’Brien House and Cotter House will be able to move directly to their new accommodation. Students in these
Boarding Houses need to work closely with their Head of Boarding House about what needs to be taken home, leaving here for the holidays
the least amount of gear possible. It would be best not to have to return to the old Boarding House at all, even to collect gear.
Sunday Evenings in Terms 2 & 3
Sunday evenings in Term 2 and 3 we revert to the normal expectation that students will wear a pair of trousers to Mass. The exemption from
this expectation exists only in the summer terms. All students must have a pair of trousers (jeans or chinos) to wear every Sunday evening. I
am sure most of our Nudgee Collegemen have such clothing as outlined in the Boarders’ Handbook, but if not, please ensure that your son
has a pair of trousers when he returns for Term 2.
Assembly
This week’s Assembly can be viewed by following the link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Cq6ZjVigr4&feature=youtu.be&list=PLaocIIr0E_N8GnfgQm5-xAvSr6q5cmEL
Boarders’ Recreation Activities
27 March - 29 March 2015
Friday Evening
Sunday
Ice Skating 7.00pm – 9.00pm
AM
Saturday
Beach Trip Gold Coast 9.00am – 4.00pm
Gym open 11.00am – 12.00pm
AM
GPS Sport and Activities
PM
Pool 3.00pm – 4.00pm
EVE
Movie Night in O’Brien 6.30pm – 9.00pm
PM
Beach Trip Gold Coast 9.00am – 4.00pm
Pool 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Recreation Room 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Don’t forget you can keep up to date with Boarders’ news and activities through social media -
@NudgeeBoarding
@nudgeeboarding
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Greg Thorne
Director of Activities
SEASON REVIEWS
We value your feedback! As such, we are inviting students, parents and coaches to participate in season review surveys which have
been made available through the Swimming and Volleyball TeamApps.
The process should take no longer than a few minutes but your feedback is essential, if we are to continue to improve our sporting
and cultural programs.
The season reviews for Rowing and Cricket will be available through the relevant apps as of next week.
Significant Achievements
Brandon Herrigan recently won gold in the 110H and 200 at the Australian Athletics Championships and as a
result has gained automatic selection into the Australian team for the 2015 IAAF World Youth Championships,
to be held in Cali, Columbia in a few short months. The team will depart Australia on 7 July, spend four days in
Miami (USA) before descending on the host city on 11 July. Competition spans five days from 15-19 July 2015.
We look forward to seeing Brandon compete for his country.
Conor Warren recently competed at the Australian Athletics Championships
and following good performances there, on the back of his outstanding
recent form with the javelin, he has been selected to compete for Australia at
the 2015 IAAF World Youth Championships, to be held in Cali, Columbia. We
are delighted to have two current students competing on the world stage in
athletics.
Adam Bakker is currently competing at the Sydney International Rowing
Regatta, which is our National Championships. Adam competed in the u19 single scull and won the national title,
by an extraordinary 7 seconds in a top class field. Adam then backed up to compete in a quad scull crew with
Royden Skeet, Sean Gaffney, Bill Peereboom (and Jordan Jamieson who rowed to qualify the crew for the final);
this crew won the national title! At the time of writing, Adam and the remainder of the 1st VIII are competing to
make the national final of the Schoolboy Eight, alongside the best crews in the country.
Sam Durward has been named by Golf Australia as one of their two u17 nominations to compete at the World
Junior Golf Championships, in San Diego this July. Sam is a young golfer with extraordinary talent and this
opportunity to compete against the best in the world is not only very exciting but a tremendous recognition of his hard work in this
most competitive of sports.
On Assembly this week, we also acknowledged: Lewis Begg, Jordan Page, Nick Wilson, Tom Olssen, Fraser Masin and Angus Shaw
for their selection in the QAS Volleyball Squad. Also in Volleyball, Elijah Tabarua made the u15 State squad. We are hopeful of more
State selections, after the u17 trials this weekend. To have this concentration of talent within our developing program augers well for
the future.
Jayden Donald was also acknowledged on Assembly. Jayden is one of our youngest talents, who competes on a national level in
equestrian events.
We like to ensure that we give appropriate acknowledgement of achievements so if you know of someone who is doing something
extraordinary in either sporting or cultural activities, please let us know!
Tennis
With the GPS Tennis season just around the corner (Term 2), I’m delighted to announce that Mrs Robyn Harrison will be working with
boys and parents this year, in support of our Head Coach, Mr Gary Stickler, to act as Tennis Coordinator. Mrs Harrison will be well
supported by our Lifetime Tennis coaches, as well as other staff who are coming on to support Tennis in the Junior School.
We are working to build the ‘NC Tennis’ TeamApp at the moment and this will be released prior to the holidays. Parents and boys who
take up membership can look forward to outstanding, timely communication, the likes of which many have experienced through the
NC Cricket and other apps.
My thanks to Mr Stickler and his outstanding coaches for all their selection work so far this Term. The first fixtures will take place
against TGS on a limited team basis on the first Thursday of Term 2. This is to avoid fixtures being played on ANZAC Day. More
information available on the app in the coming week.
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Activities
Sport and Culture
Inter-house Cross Country
Next Thursday, we will hold the Inter-house Cross Country event during the morning of our last school day for this Term. Details will
be emailed directly to boys, however the race schedule is as follows;
Event
Who
Marshalling
START
Distance
1
Year 5
from 8:55
9:00 am
2 km
2
Year 6
from 9:05
9:15 am
2 km
3
Year 7
from 9:20
9:30 am
3 km
4
Year 8
from 9:40
9:50 am
3 km
5
Year 9
from 10:00
10:10 am
3 km
6
Year 10
from 10:20
10:30 am
3 km
7
Year 11
from 10:50
11:00 am
4 km
8
Year 12
from 11:20
11:30 am
4 km
Medal Presentations
for all events will
take place at midday
Commitment
This week I spoke to our student community about some disappointing incidents of boys deciding to opt out of their season
commitments to an activity prior to the end of the season. To reinforce that message, I wanted to give the same messages to parents.
Signing up to any activity at St Joseph’s Nudgee College is an absolute commitment to all training sessions, all selection events, all
games (GPS or other), the team photo and any team functions. Given that we coordinate the venues, staff and transport of students
on a massive scale each week, we have limited flexibility and do require a full commitment for the season.
Our reputation of having this high level of commitment across our student body is revered in the GPS; it also says a lot about the
values we seek to promote in the lives of these young men.
Canteen
Volunteers are needed for the 2015 Football and Rugby seasons! To assist in the Flats Canteen, we simply need you to contact us and
tell us which hour or two you may have available. Contact may be made by email activities@nudgee.qld.edu.au or you can see Wilma
in person at the Canteen. The Canteen will be open on home days, which are listed in the College Calendar. These include the trials vs
GT on 18 April (Football) and 11 July (Rugby).
Parent Supporters
My final thank you is to the parent supporters who have given so much in support of the programs we run at the College. Our
Cricket, Volleyball, Rowing and Swimming support groups have all worked incredibly hard this season, not to mention the preseason!
We simply cannot offer the quality of programs that we do without your support.
Thank you.
Helpful Links & Information
• http://www.nudgee.com/blue-page
• http://www.gpsqld.org.au/
• https://twitter.com/ncactivities
• https://instagram.com/ncactivities/
• https://www.flickr.com/photos/maroondamimages
• To access the individual apps for your son’s activites and stay in touch, go to http://www.teamapp.com/ The ‘team’ you look
for will be the name of the activity with the prefix ‘NC’. For example, if you are looking for the Nudgee Cricket app, you’ll look
for a team called ‘NC Cricket’.
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Activities
Sport and Culture
MUSIC
Ensembles in Week 10, Term 1 2015
The following ensembles will not be running in Week 10:
• Concert Bands – Junior, Intermediate & NC Big Band
• Rock Bands – 1, 2, 3 or 4
• NC Voices
• NC Drumline
• Trumpet Ensemble
• Guitar Ensemble
• Clarinet Ensemble
• Saxophone Ensemble
# NC Strings will run as per normal on Monday morning 30 March at 7.30am.
Instrumental/Vocal Music Tuition: If you are interested in commencing Music Lessons please direct all enquires to
music@nudgee.com and we will be happy to assist with any queries or go to the Nudgee College Website http://www.nudgee.com/
public/downloads
If you enjoy singing, we have vacancies in NC Voices, so come along to a rehearsal in Term 2:
Day: Tuesday Mornings - Before School (after sports practice)
Times: 7.30am - 8.20am
Location: Z11
Conductor/Musical Director: Mr Ralph Grigg/Dr Robert Keane
Practice During the Holidays
With the Easter holidays fast approaching students are encouraged to take home their musical instruments, (especially members of NC
Big Band) and not to leave them in the Music Block store room. Holidays are a great time to get in some extra practice when you don’t
have the added pressure of lots of school work.
However, if you are unable to take your instrument home, please ensure that your instruments are locked in the Music Block store room
for Years 8-12 or your Primary class store bag store area for Years 5-7.
We look forward to seeing you in Term 2 and wish you and your loved ones a very happy and safe holidays.
RODEO
The Nudgee College Rodeo Team commenced their rodeo year competing at the annual Eaton’s Hill Rodeo. Despite the stormy
weather, a ‘show must go on’ attitude saw event managers, stock contractors and competitors keen to kick off the evening with the
Novice Bull ride . This event gave our current team members the opportunity to watch three of our NCOB’s in action. Congratulations
to Liam McCue (NCOB 2014) on a great Novice Bull ride that certainly saw him take home prize money.
Fourteen riders competed in the U16 Junior Bull ride event. Five of these riders are current members of our team – Isaac Westerhuis
, Frank Poi Poi, Wayde O’ Sullivan, Fynton Collier and Paddy Hobson. Tough junior bulls, supplied by CMC & BK Bucking Bulls Stock
Contractors, certainly made sure that our riders were going to need to ride exceptionally well to still be with them at the eight
second siren. Congratulations to all the boys on really great first rides of the year. A very big congratulations to Isaac and Wayde.
Isaac took out first place for a second year in a row, with Wayde very close behind in second place.
Our younger team members competed in the Poddy Ride event - Lewis Cammack and Jerry Tarpencha. The fast moving poddy’s
proved to be a little strong on the night, but both riders showed just how much they had improved and that with more riding
experience our team has two very good up and coming riders.
The Nudgee College Rodeo Team would like to thank Brad and Julie Cammack, Rode Meats, for their continued sponsorship and
support. Thank you to all the parents and staff who came along to the rodeo and showed their support.
Cindy Abbey
Rodeo Coordinator
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NC FOOTBALL
NOW HAS ITS OWN APP
Download our awesome new app now and
stay up to date with all the latest
information!
Install the NC Football App on your smartphone
or tablet now!
×
Settings
Follow these steps:
1. Download Team App from the Apple or Google Play
app store.
2. Sign up to Team App. You will be sent an email to
confirm your registration.
3. Log into the App and search for "NC Football".
NC FOOTBALL
4. Choose your applicable access group(s).
5. If you don't have a smartphone go to
ncfootball.teamapp.com
to sign up and view this App online.
NEWS
SCHEDULE
EVENTS
STANDINGS
TEAM SELECTION
SOCIAL MEDIA
SPONSORS
NEWSLETTERS
Need help?
Contact: Jamie Pybus
Email: jpybus@nudgee.qld.edu.au
teamapp.com
Community
Announcements
Costume Help
St Rita’s College is putting on a production of Annie and they require donations of the following items for costumes:
•
Three police uniforms with caps – jacket, pants, caps
•
A red velvet dinner jacket – size L
•
White trousers and a white jacket/shirt – to look like a navy uniform
•
Several drab beanies in muted colours and berets
•
Nine black waist-coats sizes S-M
•
Driving caps – 1920’s style
•
Oversized cardigans in dull colours
•
Spectacles for Franklin Roosevelt •
Four to six old suits – small sizes
•
White business shirts – small sizes
•
Braces – for trousers
•
Judges wig
Locker Room
Term 2 winter uniform information
Not long now till Term 2 and students start wearing the winter uniform. This is a reminder to check and see if your son still fits into last
years’ uniform, blazer and white shirts or requires a new tie. If your son is a new student he will require these items.
Year 11 and 12 wear a different tie to the rest of College.
All students require a blazer, white shirts and a tie. Shorts can be worn all year round. With the older students Years 10, 11 and 12 there
are times where they will need the trousers for certain events. Boarders especially in these years will require a pair of trousers. Any
student can wear trousers. We also have jumpers students can wear at any time of the year.
Year 5 and 6 Sports Uniform days: Track tops and pants (if require) are to be worn with sports uniforms.
If you have a blazer that you wish to sell in the Second Hand Clothing at the Locker Room, this will have to be dry-cleaned before
selling. Please do not bring in blazers that are faded, holes in them, sleeves frayed. They are required to be in good condition. If you
are not sure please bring to Locker Room before dry-cleaning so we can check.
Also any clothing you wish to sell in the Locker Room can you please make sure they are washed, no holes in seams and not faded
or marked. Please print off and complete Consignment Sheet from Nudgee College website, http://www.nudgee.com/lockerroom/
pages/second-hand-clothing and bring with clothing.
Reminder: if you have a new credit card or new expiry date for your credit card please advise the Locker Room.
Thank you
Carol & Jo
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Community
Announcements
Street Swags
Swag Roll
On Thursday, 26 March, five houses at McKennariey Centre and one at O’Neill took on the challenge of rolling more than 500 swags
in one session. It was difficult to find spare space on the floor in the McKennariey Centre.
Over the course of the day 610 swags were rolled, which led to a total of 2360 rolled swags within a few days to complete all
outstanding orders Street Swags Ltd had on their books. Each swag has a first aid kit included.
I would like to acknowledge the great efforts of our Year 5s who gave up their lunch time to assemble over 600 comfort packs which
will go in the next order of swags after the Easter break. This is a fantastic effort by these young men. Thank you also to the teachers
for working with them.
Thank you to all those students who just turned up in great numbers helping us to have everything ready for PC and be able to
achieve this target.
Thank you
Brian O’Reilly
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