October 2012 Newsletter - Issue 32

God Bless
Mrs Margot Morcombe
October 26 2012
Newsletter # 32
Dear Parents and Guardians,
“For the Son of man also came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
Mark 10:45
Our mighty Year 12 students said goodbye to the College last Friday with a wonderful mass and
‘concert’. I thank Fr Roy for running our liturgy and commend all the staff and students coordinated by
Mr Graham who assisted in this important College celebration. Singing was great and student
participation was most pleasing. The Year 12 class of 2012 demonstrated how to leave a school with
dignity. The student had fun yet recognised the wonderful contribution the school has made to their
lives. The concert was entertaining and demonstrated what a great community we have.
Last night I was entertained by the Year 7 production of the “Night of the Notables”. Coordinated by
Mr Bock, student were required to dress up as a significant past or present member of society and talk
about their lives. I met Oprah Winfrey, Abraham Lincoln, Glen McGrath and Ned Kelly! It was a most
entertaining evening and I thank the students for all their efforts.
Mr Michael Lee, Principal of St Mary MacKillop College, Canberra concluded his visit to the school
on Wednesday. He spoke at a staff meeting and College assembly and made a short address to the
College Board. He is now in the process of developing a report that he will present to me and the
Catholic Education Office as a way of identifying areas that may need to be considered to improve my
leadership as well as strengthen the College as it moves forward. This feedback is welcome and I look
forward to working with our school community on the recommendations identified.
I commend to all in our school community the College website. Effort continues to be made to make
the website as informative and up to date as possible. It reflects current events and has many
photographs and student contributions to admire. Last week ABC National did a report on the College
and this can be located on the website in the Media Releases section. I am sure that the school
community will find this most interesting.
Next week we have our Year 10, 2013 Information Evening and I would recommend this to ALL Year
9 students and their families. It will be an important evening for students to get a clear understanding of
Senior College and programmes of study.
Another reminder of the Christmas Market Day on the 23rd of November! We will be having a number
of Musical items across the evening including contributions from some of our Primary Feeder schools.
A great night is in store and I encourage you all to come along.
A note to families that school will end for Term 4 on Wednesday December 5th. Students will be
engaged in class activities up until this day. It is expected that all students 7—9 attend school up to this
day.
Wishing you all a good week.
David Johns
Principal, St John’s Catholic College
david.johns@nt.catholic.edu.au
LMB 13, Darwin, NT 0801
Tel
89822222
Fax
8982 2204
www.stjohnsnt.catholic.edu.au
admin.stjohns@nt.catholic.edu.au
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Important Calendar Dates
October 2012
Dates to Remember
Mo Tu We Th Fri Sa Su
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Wednesday October 31
Senior School Information
Evening. (Year 10 in 2013)
Light Supper provided.
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Wednesday November 7
City Cluster Volleyball
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Sunday November 11
Remembrance Day
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Coming up in November
Wednesday November 14 Art Exhibition MP Room
Uniform Shop
Opening Hours
Parent/Guardian Times
Monday—Wednesday
8.30am to 12.00pm
Student Times
Monday –Wednesday
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The Principal would like to congratulate the following students for receiving a special mention ,
the College is very proud of you all.
Jackie Brown, Gloria Korwa, Jayden Lee, Peta White, Kim Kantilla, Anne Ligteringen, Callum
Flanagan, Seb Wikaira-Fox, Delongers Batista, Bailey Holmes, Jasper Hutt, Julio Leite Da Cunha,
Kailum Donation, Corey Couchman, Hayden Verity, John Lynch, Matteo Rowse, Joel Thomas,
Sahoud Smith, Emily Burton, Gavin Harrison, James Farmer, Merlene Hutt, Monica Thomas, Rebeka
De Zylva, Raymundo Itliong, Sabrina Di Lembo, Elsie Joshua, Claire Rogers, Lucas Bishop, Jordan
Smith, Jalen Clarke, Yoorala Carter, Natassia Gorey-Furber, Kalena Luta, Simson Omabak, Hoendra
Pahabol, Deni Omaleng, Frans Yarinap, Erik Tenggo Wijaya, Gilbert Monim, Miana Janampa,
Mahawa Swaray, Melania Resubun, Renata Thalia, Jazzen Bataviano and Laurie Donation.
Senior School
Information
Evening for Year 10
in 2013
Wednesday October 31
7PM Multi Purpose Room
Supper Provided
Miss Bronwyn Graham is offering
FREE dance classes for teachers,
students and friends in preparation
for the Valedictory Dinner.
Classes will be held on Sundays
from 2pm in the air-conditioned
dance space at Jubilee Hall.
Please see Miss Graham to
register your interest.
DANCES: SALSA/ JIVE/SLOW/
RHYTHM
Information regarding the Northern
Territory Certificate of Education
(NTCET)
Subject offerings at St John’s Catholic
College for students entering
Year 10 in 2013
St John’s Catholic College
10-54 Salonika Street
The Gardens
Catholic Co-education Boarding/Day
Registered CRICOS Provider No: 00466K
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ST JOHN’S CATHOLIC COLLEGE NOTICES
TEABBA RADIO and ST JOHN’S CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Tune into Teabba Radio, your voice in the bush,
Tune into TEABBA: Palmerston 87.6FM * Casuarina & surrounding suburbs 87.8FM * Humpty Doo 88.0FM *
Listen into TEABBA on live streaming at
www.teabba.com.au<http://www.teabba.com.au
The Principal of St John’s Catholic College, David Johns is now live on TEABBA Radio every
second Thursday.
You can listen to what is happening and the exciting events
coming up at St John’s Catholic College.
David Johns will be appearing next on Thursday
November 6 from 10.15am.
Teabba Radio, your voice in the bush.
Year 12 School Leavers interested in
these positions for 2013, please see Ms
Bowers:
Certificate III in Plumbing
Drivers license
Own transport
Can do attitude
Certificate III in Automotive (Light
Vehicle)
Drivers License
Passionate about mechanics/
automotive
Palmerston based position
Both host employers require a current
drivers license and applicants need not
apply if they do not have a current
drivers license. Applicants will be
required to submit a resume, cover letter
and GTNT registration form to
recruitment.
recruitment@gtnt.com.au
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Official opening of the Darwin Language Centre in Ludmilla.
On the 17th October, the Darwin Language Centre in Ludmilla was officially opened by the
Honourable Chief Minister Terry Mills. The international students from St John’s Catholic College
were invited to perform the Australian national anthem with the angklung. They did a fantastic job
and we had many positive comments about their performance. Other performers were the gamelan
players from the Indonesian Consulate, a Balinese dance by the Balinese community and a Chinese
dance, entitled Mushroom Picking, by the students studying Chinese in the Darwin Language
Centre. There was a good medley of different cultures at the opening and everyone enjoyed the
performances and the variety of foods from different cultures. Congratulations to Darwin Language
Centre on their official opening.
St John’s Catholic College International students
singing the National Anthem with the angklung,
at the Language Centre official opening.
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The Science Experience
The following students have been awarded a scholarship to the 3 Day Science Experience on
Tuesday 23rd, Wednesday 24th & Thursday 25th of October at Charles Darwin University,
Casuarina Campus:
Matilda Lyons, Ashley Muller, Jasper Hutt, Rochyni Gwijangge, Sabina Di Lembo and Samara
Glazbrook.
The Science Experience is a National Program delivered in over 35 Universities and TAFEs across
Australia. This year it will be showcasing the many careers associated with Science, Engineering,
Technology, Health and the Environment through hands on activities and seminars delivered by
professionals.
!
We would like to
congratulate Lian Carter
who has been selected
this year to sing at this
year’s Carols by
Candlelight on
December 4th. Carols
by Candlelight is the
pinnacle of the festive
season in Darwin and is
held in the
Amphitheatre at the
George Brown Darwin
Botanic Gardens. Lian
will also be singing at
the Christmas Market
on November 23rd.
Well done Lian!
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Away From Home
By International Student Araminus Omaleng
It was on August 2009 when I first time step my feet in Darwin International Airport.
Such a long way from back home, ‘Walk down from the top of mountains, catching
bus to the town, flying by helicopter to the city and two times changing airplanes’ that
is how I get here.
My first week in Darwin was really shocking day. I was amaze with the development
of the infrastructures, schools, shops, beautiful beaches, gardens, parks, playgrounds,
etc. which these things are I do not often see around my place especially in the village.
I feel like I am in a new world.
My first day in St John’s College was awesome, I found out all my teachers and
friends were all friendly. I was amazed by the school facilities. These include two
ovals, basketball courts, boarding house, computer lab, science labs, each room have
an air conditioner, computers and smart boards. I was really surprised by the smart
board which I never seen in my life. The timetable and the way of selecting subjects
are really far more different compare to back home’s schools. I feel like I got a better
place to live and study. My heart keeps rejoicing for everything.
Nevertheless, as a new student from overseas; lack of confidence, shy and feel giving
up always appears due to my poor English background. However, there is someone
who always whispering in my ears that “You can do this. I am here with you, go for
it”. The sound always keep coming and raising me up until now I become one of the
college leaders.
Home sick was the big problem that I have to face. There was a time where I could not
handle myself to think about the beautiful moment with my family and friends. Missing home, the food, the weather and the people were difficult to forget. However, I
was able to adapt myself within two months. I also feel accepted in the community of
St John’s College; getting involve in every activities and I really enjoy and proud to
be part of St John’s College community.
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Some reflections from Br Chris
From the readings for this Sunday (Mk 10) Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside
begging. On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, "Jesus, son of David, have pity
on me." And many rebuked him, telling him to be silent. But he kept calling out all the more, "Son of David,
have pity on me."
Reflection: Bartimaeus got his way in the end. Jesus called him and asked what he wanted, and granted him his
sight for his faith and his persistence. If you need help, keep crying out until you get what you need.
Prayer: Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
(This prayer, put together from two different Gospel passages, is called the “Jesus Prayer.” It holds a special
place in the spirituality of Eastern Church (notably the Orthodox Church). Monks and lay people repeat it over
and over in their heart, silently, like a mantra. This leads them into a state of deep openness to God, which they
call the “Prayer of the Heart.”)
Our thoughts also go out to all our Year 12’s preparing for exams. We are praying for you. Go well!
Activ8
SMYG is a brand new youth group based at St MarThe Activ8 Youth Group is meeting this
Tuesday October (and the last Tuesday of every month),
for anyone Year 9 and older. Come along for a night full
of food, fun, faith and friends. Starts with pizza at 6:00pm
(please bring $5 for pizza). Venue: St Paul's Centre, cnr
Francis St and Waters St, Nightcliff. For more info call
Marina 0431 972 298, or ask Br Chris.
tin’s de Porres Catholic Aboriginal Community. Anyone 13
-21 is invited. Come along and hang out, have some pizza,
play games, make friends, learn about God. It’s going to be
awesome. Starts 31 Oct, meets every second Wednesday,
6pm at Holy Spirit Primary School, Casuarina (enter from
church car park on Strele Cr. and follow signs). More info,
call Br Lenin 8927 8913, or ask Br Chris.
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If you would like to subscribe to the Year of Grace newsletter go to
www.yearofgrace.catholic.net.au and you will find an option to subscribe.
The web page has the option for you to publish your own moment of Grace, and read
many others.
Nicholas:
There is this old man who goes to church and comes into my work every
Sunday morning. I have known him since I was a little boy as Old Jack. Old
Jack for some time now has been nearing the end of his life. I never really took
the time to get to know him until a few months ago when my school choir sang
at mass and he came over to compliment me on my singing. From that point on
every time he came into work he would ask me if I would sing with his choir at
church and I would say yes. This has been the case for many months now and
today I was completely and utterly graced and humbled by Old Jack. Today he
came into work as he always does and he brought me a framed holy picture of
Jesus. He then told me about how he had had the picture for many years and
that it was very special to him. He then said that because none of his children or
grandchildren shared his love for God he wanted to give it to someone he knew
would take care of and cherish it. I thanked him, nearly in tears and he went on
his merry way. I guess what I am getting at is that if you take the time to get to
know God's people then you might just find some of God's grace (in this year of
grace) and you even might make a life long friend.
Shane:
I have had many Grace moments in my life, I call them my "God Moments".
It is amazing to me how once I recognise these certain moments, that I feel a
strong presence of God speaking directly to me. The strongest of these were
at the births of my 2 beautiful boys. I know its so cliche but during that very
first glimpse, I felt the wind simply knocked from me. I just remember total
amazement, joy and responsibility. It was the moment God blessed me with
the gift of Fatherhood and entrusted their precious lives to me. I have taken
that call very seriously and thank Him everyday for this gift.
Other times I feel these "God moments" of grace is when I am drawn to a
beautiful sunset, or watch the face of a student light up with pride in
themselves or when I am expressing myself through my music. Sometimes
these moments are subtle and sometimes they are not. Either way, I am so
glad to be able to recognise and respond to them. I am a very lucky guy and
very thankful for all my many blessings.
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The Year 12 students were in early on Friday of last
week having fun on their last official day of lessons
at St John’s.
There was an excellent job of ‘spider webbing’
along the length of the bridge between campuses,
which a few students had fun trying to cross..
All students attended a breakfast and Mass in the
morning, and the Year 12’s then went on to enjoy
their last official day of lessons at the College.
BEST WISHES AND GOOD LUCK TO YOU
ALL!!!
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NATIONAL NUTRITION WEEK
National Nutrition Week (14-21 October 2012) raises awareness and supports the community to look at
how food and lifestyle choices impact on health.
This year’s theme Water – Tap into it! aims to increase water consumption while decreasing
sugary drink consumption in Australian adolescents.
The consumption of sugary drinks in place of water has risen considerably in recent years. Much evidence now links sugary drink consumption as a risk factor for weight gain and obesity in adolescents.
Evidence also shows the number of adolescents not meeting the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating
recommendations for adequate water intake is high
http://www.nutritionaustralia.org/national/national-nutrition-week-2012
Poster by Aidan Lee, Daniel Pickering,
Ryan Morton, Will Plant promoting
‘Nude Food Day’.
Albertina Holmes, Shardia Holmes and
Sherona Morton celebrating ‘ Healthy Food,
Healthy Planet’ theme for National Nutrition
Week.
Paul Lyons, James Pribil, Marena Terupo and
Jennifer Packer celebrating ‘Nude Food Day’
Sabrina Di Lembo’s poster promoting the
theme for 2012 Nutrition Week - ‘Water, Tap
into It’
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The Winners of last week’s competition with the correct
answer which was ...gloves... were Dekoda Kunoth and Alex
Jones.
This week the question tests your knowledge about
St John’s Catholic College.
How did DALEY HOUSE got its name.....Clue....... The answer is
around the College if you look for it.
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Do you have any ideas about the newsletter,.
If you have any suggestions, not only
students, but also parents/families etc, what
would you like to see in the newsletter, do
you have any news that you would like to
share with the College Community?
Please email
admin.stjohns@nt.catholic.edu.au
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