Issue 9 2015 - Galen Catholic College

Galen Catholic College Newsletter
Wednesday 3rd June 2015
Issue 9
Galen Debutante Ball
Back: Olivia Sorrensen & William Robinson, Mollie O’Halloran & Zac Elliott, Sophie Archer & Thomas McDonald,
Aimee Binko & Jake Leavett-Brown, Danielle Archer & Ryan Fogarty, Tarni Semple & Thomas Prestianni,
Sophia Miccio & Will Nolan.
Front (L): Bethany Cook & Harry Condon, Taylah Matheson-Gray & Alex Antonello, Nofie Thaller & Angus Burnett.
Stairs: Jack Wilson & Kate Wilson, Eliza Harding (Flowergirl).
Front (R): Elysha Ploegmakers & Tomas Wales, Emily Snowdon & Jesse Gardner-Russell, Allana Young & Will Eefting.
Trainers: Anthony Pepers & Cherise McKean.
The bud lights twinkled, the flowers bloomed and once again
St. Patrick’s Hall shone for the Galen Debutante Ball held on
Saturday May 9th. The debutantes and their partners were
presented to Deputy Principal (Staff & Students), Mr Pat
Arcuri and his wife Claudia. Will Robinson and Olivia
Sorrenson did a great job in responding on behalf of the
debutantes and their partners to Mr Arcuri’s speech.
The couples wowed their guests with their fantastic dancing
and their glamorous looks. Under the guidance of Anthony
Pepers and Cherise McKean from Intencity Dance Academy,
the students mastered and perfectly executed the Merrilyn,
Samba and Progressive Tango. Parents were then invited to
join the debutantes to dance the Evening Three Step, and
parents were also very skilled!
The debutantes, their partners and guests danced the night
away to the musical prowess of Sambury, until the clock
chimed midnight and it was time to leave before the
debutantes turned back into the teens we see everyday!
A big thank you to the members of the Galen Parents
Association, their family members and the girls from
Galen’s Hospitality classes for their help on the night.
Year 11 Co-ordinator Mrs Kirsty Watson also extended her
thanks to Allison King and the Parents Association for their
coordination of the Ball and for the parents of the Debs
and their partners for helping out with all the jobs on the
night. “It was a very special evening for all of the
debutantes and their families.”
Congratulations to the 14 couples who celebrated their
debutante ball, which was the culmination of many hours
of preparation and practice.
Please consider the environment before printing this newsletter
What’s On
From the Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Board AGM outcomes
• Wed June 3 - 5: Yr 10 & 11 Exams
• Mon June 8 - Queen’s Birthday
• Tues June 9 - Medieval Day
• Tues June 9-12: Yr 10 Work Experience
• Tues June 9-12: Year 11 Exams
• Wed June 10 - GAT Exam
• Mon June 15 - Report Writing Day student free
• Tues June 16 - Yr 10 Party Safe
• Tues June 23 - Galen Talent Quest
• Fri June 26 - Term 2 ends 2.30pm Finish
REFER TO •POLICY
ACTIVITY
Mon July 13 - Term
3 begins THINK & REFLECT
• Wed July 15 - Yr 10 Careers Expo
• Mon Jul 20 - Staff Faith Development Day
For the latest What’s On visit:
www.galen.vic.edu.au
At the AGM of the Galen Catholic College Board last Thursday night the Board
approved a change in its Constitution that will allow for the appointment to the
Board of greater numbers of parents and community members. This follows a
commitment the Board made 12 months ago to actively seek greater
participation from these two groups of stakeholders.
In September last year around 20 parents attended an Information Night
outlining the role of the Board and its 5 permanent sub-committees. We then
asked parents to complete an expression of interest in joining the Board and/or
one of its sub-committees. As a result, a number of parents then attended two
Board meetings in 2015 as invited guests.
CASE STUDY
I am very happy to report that the following parents have joined the Board as
new members:
• Hannah Clancy
• Karen Archer
• Tracey Bright
• Cheryl Impink
• Colin McClounan
I can also report that Irene Apostolopoulos has joined the Board as staff
representative following the resignation of Anthony Batters. The Board thanked
Anthony for his work on the Board over the past 18 months – he was the only
member of the previous Board stepping down.
At the AGM, parent Mark Williams was re-appointed as Chair and Cheryl Impink
was appointed as Deputy Chair.
Absence
Hotline
5721 6322
absences@galen.vic.edu.au
Student Absences
If your child/children will be absent from
school for any reason, please email:
absences@galen.vic.edu.au so that their
attendance records can be recorded
correctly. All absences entered via the office
will be able to be seen by the teacher taking
their class.
Uniform Shop
Opening Hours
Tuesday: 10.30am - 2.30pm
Thursday: 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Direct Line: 03 5723 8320
uniform.shop@galen.vic.edu.au
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The complete list of current Board members is included on the final page of this
newsletter as always.
Year 8 Camp
We wish the students and staff of Year 8 Homerooms 5 – 8 all the best on
their camp to Anglesea on Monday to Wednesday of this week, and Year 8
Homerooms 1 – 4 who will be attending from Wednesday to Friday.
Mid-year exams for Years 10 & 11, G.A.T. for Year 12
Good luck to all Years 10 and 11 students as they sit their mid-year exams over
the coming week. All students undertaking a VCE Unit 3 & 4 (i.e. Year 12 level)
subject will sit the General Achievement Test (G.A.T.) on Wednesday June 10.
We wish them all the best.
2016 Year 7 interviews
We are heading into the final weeks of interviews for the 2016 Year 7 cohort.
What a refreshing and energizing exercise this is for those conducting the
interviews! These interviews allow both the students and their parents the
opportunity to find out more information about the school and what to expect
as a future Galen student / family, and gives Galen a great chance to find out
more about the particular likes, hobbies, interests and aspirations of the current
Grade 6 students. Offers of enrolment will be made closer to the end of this term
once all interviews have been conducted.
Regards to all,
Bernard Neal
Principal
A Night Out at the Opera
On Friday the 22nd of May 70 Galen College students
attended the Italian opera ‘Madame Butterfly’ at the
Victorian Arts Centre in Melbourne. When we arrived
in Melbourne we headed to South Gate for dinner. In
our groups we chose to eat at a variety of food outlets. After our dinner we headed back to the bus to
get changed into our formal clothes and met at the
Theatre with everyone else for the paparazzi attack.
Everyone looked great and Mrs Froude had a ball as
our professional photographer.
‘Madame Butterfly’ was an Italian opera about a
young Japanese woman Cio-Cio-San who falls in love
with F. B. Pinkerton a Lieutenant in the American navy.
After being called on a mission Cio-Cio-San waited for
him to return for 3 years with not so much as a letter.
When the marriage broker returns to tell butterfly that
he’s not coming back she ignores this news’ despite a
handwritten letter from F. B. Pinkerton himself. When
she spies his ship on the horizon she eagerly awaits
his return with their son and the housemaid (for 20
extremely long minutes). She is forced to sleep after a
night’s wait and whilst she’s in slumber he sneakily returns with his new wife in a surprising plot twist. After
much debate over who the child should stay with, it is
forced upon butterfly that F. B. Pinkerton and his new
wife will take the son back to America.
Whilst we all thought the opera was entertaining in
the beginning not all found it so engaging as to stay
awake for the full 3 hours. Mr Arcuri being the biggest
offender next to Lucy Lee and Blake Nixon who decided
to “rest their eyes” for a short time. “Not for long” said
Mr Arcuri. However Ms Bellani tells a different story
when she was forced to elbow him awake for the finale.
He can’t have been tired the next day as he too slept on
the way to Melbourne and on the way back!
After leaving the opera we braved the cold in our
dresses and heels to walk down Lygon street for a small
snack. Jack Jenkin decided he couldn’t bare his hunger
any longer and a large snack would be appropriate. He,
along with Liam Cook decided to buy a pizza that was
cooked 5 minutes before we were to leave. It wasn’t the
time he was worried about however. His medium size
half BBQ chicken and half Margherita pizza cost him a
hefty $19.20! We were all keen to get back on the bus as
it was about minus 20 degrees and sleep for us all was
becoming highly anticipated, besides Mr Arcuri who
really didn’t need the extra 3 hours.
It was a great experience and all had fun. We look
forward to next year. Thank you to the teachers Mr
Cudini who organised the trip and Mr Arcuri, Ms Bellani,
Mr Ottavi, Mrs Froude, Ms Taylor and Sofia who gave
up their time to take us. We applaud Ms Bellani who
was able to stay awake longer than her non-pregnant
husband Mr Arcuri.
Written by Brooke Lewis and Claire Knox
Year 10 Italian students
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Year 10 Formal
The Galen Year 10 Formal proved to be
one of the best yet, with a record 178
Year 10 students attending at St Pat’s
on Tuesday night. There was much
anticipation as the students prepared
for their red carpet arrival. As the night
progressed the students were able to
showcase their skills on the dance floor,
which resulted from many hours of
dance rehearsals.
Organiser, Year 10 Coordinator Liz
Morrow said ‘ We would like to thank
each and every person who made this
special event a success. The students
are also to be commended for their
maturity, respect and involvement.
This occasion will hold a special place
in the memories of everyone who
attended’.
Top: James Duncan, Karly Robinson,
Samuel Michalowski and Ally Peters
Right: Alyssa Holligan, Isabelle Prestiani
and Lucy Lee
Below: James Fetherstonhaugh,
Jordan Storer, Ben Nolan, Daniel
Murphy, Ryan Holt, Paul Sanderson
and Liam Carter
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Help needed for
Wangaratta’s own
cycling champion
Tomarsh Loki is one of the region’s most promising
young cycling talents.
Words from Wellbeing
On Tuesday 12th May David Kobler from Your Choicez
presented to approximately 55 parents in the
Auditorium on “Raising Teens in a Hypersexualised
Society”.
At 18 years of age, he has already won a National
Championship in his age group as well as
consistently finishing in the top five.
David highlighted the importance of:
• connecting with your child,
• making time to be there for them,
• being open to and having discussions about the range
of issues and challenges facing young people today.
More recently, Tomarsh has finished 8th in the
Oceana Road Cycling Championships and in April,
he received a bronze medal in the Australian Junior
Mountain Climb Championships.
David acknowledged that this can be a challenge for
parents. A great time to have these conversations can
be in the car when traveling to and from school,
sporting events and other activities.
However, following a heart-wrenching, painful and
expensive crash near Chiltern on the 17th of May this
year, his promising cycling career is in jeopardy.
Tomarsh and his family are struggling to find the
funds to purchase a new bike, and with the Junior
National Road Championships in July, Tomarsh is
racing against the clock to raise the funds to be ready
for this event.
For every $20 dollars that is raised towards his new
bike, three of his mates will ride a kilometre for this
good cause. Bit by bit we can slowly build up the
funds to make sure that Tomarsh makes it to this big
event. With your help, we can get him there.
David provided a list of resources including parenting
books, websites, a list of apps all parents should be
aware of, and suggested websites to help keep your
children safe online and to restrict access when
needed.
For further resources and information please refer to
David’s website at:
http://yourchoicez.com.au/parents
On David’s website you will also find a youtube clip that
demonstrates how to put google on safe search mode
which was discussed in his presentation.
To help this great cause, see Tomarsh or contact:
• Blake – 0407 401 413
• Dane – 0477 972 916
• Luke – 0432 294 954
Or shoot an e-mail to: blake.nixon@galen.vic.edu.au
Or donate online at:
www.gofundme.com/buildforbike to donate
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Social Justice group gather coins to
lend a helping hand for Nepal
Fundraising events continued at Galen last week to
raise money for Caritas’ Nepal Earthquake Appeal.
On Monday May 25th, a small group of dedicated
students worked with Mrs Hunter to position nearly
3500 of the collected coins in a 3.5 x 3.5m installation
piece.
The image can be viewed in a number of contexts,
and although the initial purpose of the public artwork was intended to help raise student awareness
of Social Justice issues and to inspire them to “be
more” (Caritas’ campaign slogan) than just fundraisers, the image has flourished into quite a significant
visual message of hope and compassion for those on
the receiving end of our fundraising efforts.
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Too often, our thoughts and intentions never reach the
people we help... This image of hope will reach those
in need and may instill a sense of courage and faith as
the Nepalese begin to rebuild their lives. It is the ‘big
picture’ that is too often forgotten when we donate
to different charities and fundraisers throughout the
year; thinking our small contribution couldn’t possibly
help. It has also been said that this image illustrates
the good will of the Galen community, in rallying
together to collect money to help those less fortunate.
And in a more spiritual sense, it depicts a divine energy that seemingly ascends.
Skye Hunter
Social Justice Coordinator
Enhancing Catholic School
Identity (ECSI) Survey
Dear Parents,
The 2015 Galen Catholic College Enhancing Catholic
Schools Identity-Lucky door prize available CLOSES
JUNE 15TH
Please download the instructions for The Enhancing
Catholic School Improvement survey from this link:
http://goo.gl/GlSvHR
The last time our community completed this survey was
in 2011.
We really value parent input into all that we do at Galen
and I would like to encourage you all to compete the
survey and also have a chance of winning one of the following prizes;
First Prize – An iPad Mini valued at over $300
Second Prize – $150 Gateway Dinner for two
Third Prize – $50 BIGW Voucher
This survey is a major influencer upon how we continue
to develop Catholic Identity as central to the identity of
Galen Catholic College.
Some actions that we have taken since the last survey
results are;
Ensuring the refurbishment of the Chapel is part of the
Master plan
A formal Re-connection with Marist Schools Australia
A celebration and focus upon continuing to develop our
Social Justice program at Galen Catholic College; Timor
Leste, Santa Teresa, Illoura, etc
Staff Professional development on Catholic Identity, last
year a particular focus was upon prayer with students
Your perspective on Catholic Identity at Galen is highly
valued so please assist us by finding some time in your
busy lives to complete the survey.
Year 10
Work Experience
Reminder
Thank you,
Gerard Sullivan
Deputy Principal – Catholic Identity
A reminded that all Year 10 students will
complete their Work Experience from
June 9th to 12th. There will be no school
for Year 10 students during that time. If
a student has not arranged a placement,
parents/guardians will need to organize
supervision for their child.
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VET Hospitality
‘Foodies’ Tour of Lygon Street
On Tuesday 21st of April the 2nd Year VET Hospitality students
participated in a “Foodies” tour of Lygon Street in Melbourne.
Some of the places visited were Baker D Chirico, Market Lane coffee,
La Latteria cheese shop, Five Points deli, Donati’s fine meats,
Brunetti cakes, Spice House and a Gelateria.
The students found out about the culinary history of the Carlton
area and the influences of the different cultures on our modern day
cuisines. The tour included a tasting from each venue and most
brought goodies to take home. This was concluded with an authentic
Italian lunch in the hub of Lygon street. This opportunity gave the
students a broader experience of Hospitality and all it has to offer.
James Phelan Competition
Following James Phelan’s visit to Galen in April and his entertaining
workshops with the Year 7s a competition was run based on his message
to the students. The competition took two parts. One, a 10 question
challenge based on the information given by James and the other part
was a short story of 300 words based on James’ writing processes.
His criteria for an ideal short story would be to set the scene quickly,
introduce the characters straight away, know your ending and begin
your story close to the end.
Many students entered into the spirit of the competition and the eventual
winners of the question and answer component were Franz Ott and Bree
Willett-Linsell both with a perfect score of 10/10. Franz and Bree won
copies of ‘Chasers’ the 1st book in James’ Alone series. The short story
winners were Sam Willoughby and Joel McGennisken, both these
students won a copy of James’ book 13.
Please enjoy reading Sam’s winning short story, ‘The Big Mistake’ on the
following page.
Mrs Froude
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The Big Mistake - a short story
This time we had gone too far. “Come back here!” A
man yelled from behind me. Jack and I made a big
mistake. We trespassed on a Top Secret warehouse, I
don’t know why but we did, and now we are running
for our life. “We’re almost – There!” Jack said trying to
keep up. There was a big gate with a small hole large
enough for us to fit through. A man sprang in front
of us. He didn’t look nice he wore a bullet proof vest
and a really scary looking rifle on his back. I grabbed a
fuel barrel and flung it in front of us, we quickly darted
left towards a big shed containing boxes. The Shed
had a rusty old door swinging to its side by its hinges.
Jack led the way knocking it down with his hand, we
headed past the boxes and out towards the gate. Jack
is tall and very fast he has short bushy brown hair,
but can never keep it neat. I’m shortish with muscly
legs so I can run just as fast, my blonde hair reflects
the sun, so whenever I run past it’s hard to know who
it is. We sprinted at top speed towards the exit, but
were cut off by two men with rifles pointed at us. We
were surrounded. But we weren’t giving up that easy.
Jack winked at me and pointed his eyes at a box of
fireworks. I knew what he was thinking and the odds
were impossible. I picked up a stone near my foot
and threw it at a man. It hit his gun and set the trigger
off. A bullet went flying at a fuel barrel and burst into
flames. The fireworks caught alight. We were out of
there!
Written by Sam Willoughby - Year 7
(Winner of the James Phelan Competition)
Year 9 Night of the Notables
On Thursday 21st May, the Year 9 Discovery program held the Night of the Australian Notables in the Auditorium
and Year 9 classrooms. The students worked hard for 4 weeks, researching their notable and preparing their visual
display for the evening. On the evening, the students got into characters, dressing up and taking on the role of their
chosen notable. Three students received guest choice awards and an iTunes voucher.
Best Dressed: Nic James as Ned Kelly (9.4)
Best Drama Performance: Bridie Nixon as Dawn Frazer (9.1)
Best Visual Display: Chloe Robinson as Steve Irwin (9.3)
‘On Thursday the 21st Of May 9.1, 9.2, 9.3 and 9.4
held their Night of Notables. We had 4 weeks to
prepare and on the night finally got to present our
displays and reveal our costumes. On the night I
came as Graeme Base, (he writes and illustrates
books such as Animalia). My display was made up
of water coloured pencils, paint brushes, some of
his books and some drawings of his that I painted.
When the night came around I was fairly nervous,
but I decided I didn’t need to be. I enjoyed the night
and would gladly do it again.’
Emma Christy 9/2
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Galen Parents
Association
Next meeting:
Tuesday 9 June at 6:30pm in Galen staff
room (behind front office). Nibbles and
good humour provided.
Our following meeting will
be held in Rutherglen:
Regular General Meeting
21 July 2015 at 6:30pm
St. Mary’s Primary School Rutherglen
A light dinner will be served.
Car pooling available from Wangaratta.
Meet at 5:45pm in front of Chisholm
Street School, Wangaratta.
Best regards,
Elizabeth Jolly
Parents Association President
Year 7 Materials Technology
students learn from the
professionals
Jim Doyle, President of the ‘Woodies”
(Wangaratta Woodworkers Club), recently
did a scroll saw demo for Year 7 Materials
Technology. He came with two other helpers, and showed the students what they do
at The Woodies with some work examples.
He talked about scroll sawing and did a
demo. They all helped the students with
their work. It was a great class, the students
worked well and listened respectfully. Jim
said he enjoyed the experience and the students were very attentive during the lesson.
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Intermediate Girls Netball
The Intermediate Girls A team had a very successful day. The first
game they played defeating Marion College 21 to 10 they then took
on Wodonga Middle Years College – Felltimber winning 26-1 and
finally they won 23 – 2 against Wodonga Senior Secondary to see
them go straight into the Grand Final. The girls stepped up their
pace and played their best game of the day against Catholic
College Wodonga pushing it out to take home to win by 7 goals.
Best players as voted by the team were Ellie Hourigan and Taylah
Reidy. Thanks to our team Manager for the day Meg Amery. It was
a great team effort all day, and look forward to playing in the next
round on the 12th of August in Wangaratta.
The Intermediate girls played in the Senior Pool. They drew in their
first game 20-20. Unfortunately they then lost the next two games.
They tried their best and matched it with the Seniors however, we
couldn’t manage to get across the line to make it into finals. Best
player for the day was Maddy Muller as voted by the girls. Thanks to
Amie Hourigan who was our scorer all day.
Year 11 & 12 Senior Football
Bushrangers Cup
The Year 11 & 12 boys football team played in the
Bushrangers Cup on Tuesday 19th May. They played 2
games at Wanganui Park against Notre Dame and
Wanganui Secondary College.
Senior School News
Mick Grogan - Senior School Director
Semester 2 officially commences
June 16
This was a very hard and fast contest with both teams
displaying good skills in the wet and slippery conditions.
Excellent defensive work by the Galen backline prevented
Notre Dame from scoring. When Galen went forward
strong overhead marking and good crumbing goals
resulted in a solid win for the Galen team.
Year 12 VCE students, this is an opportunity to
consolidate your Unit 3 achievements with a
strong Unit 4 effort in readiness for the end of
year exams. VCAL students are encouraged to
continue your persistence and to finish the year
feeling proud of your application.
This is also a chance for Year 11 students to
make a fresh start with Unit 2 subjects and with
their VCAL programs. You are encouraged to
reflect on your performance in semester 1, learn
from this experience and commit to a consistent
approach for semester 2 as a basis for Year 12.
Best Players were Will Robinson Tristan Lenaz Cam Fendyk
Nick Richards, Nick Cox
The end of year exam timetable for Unit 3/4
exams is now available at this link:
Game 1 Galen 5– 2 – 32 defeated
Notre Dame 2 - 3 - 15
Game 2 Wanganui 6 – 4 – 40 defeated
Galen College 3 – 5 - 23
After a very even first quarter the Galen boys weren’t able
to sustain the pressure against the bigger bodies of the
Wanganui team. Although the boys tried extremely hard
they weren’t able to overcome the lead and consequently
weren’t able to take the points.
Best Players were Cam Fendyk, Zac Elliot, Tom Noble,
Will Robinson, Tristan Lenaz
The Bushrangers Player of the Day was awarded to
Cam Fendyk
A big thank you to the 20 boys who made themselves
available to represent their school on the day.
They played very well together and enjoyed the
experience of football at this level.
Thanks to Ben Talarico and Will Nolan who assisted
with the organisational duties as well as our bus driver,
Phil Waite who was the goal umpire for the day.
http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vce/exams/
timetable.aspx
Please note that if students have an exam clash,
VCAA will be in contact later in the year with
arrangements to accommodate this.
Reminder: Year 11 students who wish to change
subjects for semester 2 need to discuss this with
their parents/guardians and teachers, fill out a
form, ensure that it is signed and submit it to Mr
Grogan by June 11. Students wishing to transfer
to VCAL must meet with Miss Code to discuss
the requirements of this option.
Students who are running late for an exam
including the GAT or who are unable to make
it to an exam need to communicate with Mrs.
Woods, Mrs. O’Dwyer, or Mr. Grogan. Please note
VCAL classes and associated work placements
will operate as normal (timetable included in
last newsletter and emailed).
Written by Laurie Burt
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Year 8 Upper Hume Soccer
Well done to the Year 8 girls team who competed in the Upper
Hume Soccer Competition in Wodonga on Wednesday 13th
June. Catholic College Wodonga defeated Galen 4-2 in the
first match, however the 2nd & 3rd match saw the girls unite
together and win both matches 3-1, and 3-0. Then Huon won
the fourth match as they girls became tired after four games
straight, winning the game 2-0.
Well done to Chloe Gibson who guided the group throughout
the day, Reagan Tomaino who was an excellent striker, Jade
Elliot & Kendyl White for their strong defence, Ella Henry & Liv
Richards for their first time goalie efforts, and Lillian Walton,
Chloe Storer, Katherine Jolly, Ellie Laffy, Jess Vincent, Gemma
Ryan and Chelsea Currie for their consistent efforts and getting
in there and having a go. All girls enjoyed the day and increasing
their skill base, despite the chilly wind. It was an absolute
pleasure to watch the girls enjoy, learn and represent their
school so positively within the community.
Thanks to Ren Seymour who selected the team and Sarah Hynes
& Ryan McNeilly who provided expert coaching and assisted
umpiring during the day.
Year 8 Boys Soccer
It was a disappointing day for the Year 8 boys
soccer team at the Latrobe University ground
in Wodonga on Wednesday 13th May. Having
won the Hume region title in 2014 the Galen
boys were hoping to repeat their success this
year but it was not to be. In the first game
against eventual winners, Catholic College
Wodonga, Galen dominated the first half
only to be denied time and time again by a
wonderful performance by the CCW keeper
who was the stand out player of the match.
The final score was 4-2 in CCW’s favour.
Galen’s best- Max Grant, Louis Gorman, Josh
Walker. Goals- Louis Gorman 2.
Galen’s second match resulted in a very easy
win over Marian College Myrleford 8-0.
Best- Josh Walker, Alessandro Belci, Ethan
Whiley, Josh Masters. Goals- Ethan Whiley 3,
Louis Gorman 2, Max Grant 1, Mitch Holt 1,
Josh Walker 1.
Too many Galen players thought that their
third match would be another easy win but
they were in for a shock when Huon College
defeated Galen 3-2. Not enough Galen
players were able to have an impact on the
game. Best-Louis Gorman. Goals-Ethan
Whiley 1, Josh Masters 1 (Pen.)
With the pressure off, Galen dominated their
final game defeating Felltimber Wodonga
10-0 Best- Louis Gorman, Josh Walker,
Alessandro Belci, Josh Masters, Nathan Lee.
Thanks to Connor Delaney and Matt Jordan
who were our linesmen for the day.
Upper Hume Cross Country
Congratulations to all students who participated in the Upper Hume Cross Country Championships held in
Myrtleford on the Monday 25th May. Students ran either a 3km or 5km course depending on their age.
Year 7 student Jace McQuade had a great run in the 3km event, winning his age group. Year 9 student Alex
Race-Stelling and Year 10 student Eli Holland-Dean both finished 2nd in their respective age groups. Whilst
Fergus Samon also ran well, winning the 20yr old 5km event, in 19.27mins.
The Hume Cross Country will be held in Broadford on the 17th June. We wish them all the best at the Hume
Championships.
Thanks to Liz Orton and Ben Talarico who took the team on the day.
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Year 11 & 12 Soccer
On Tuesday 28th April the Year 11 & 12 Boys soccer
team departed for La Trobe Park Wodonga to compete in the Upper Hume soccer tournament.
The team consisted of;
Alex McIntosh, Peter Williams, Jack Rochford, Lachlan
Campbell, Alex Antonello, Tom Wales, Aaron Taylor,
James Pasztor, Zac Elliot, Lachlan Busk, Tim Feehan,
Alex Reid, Caleb Dawson and Martin Torpey
We commenced the round robin tournament against
Wodonga Senior Secondary College. The Wodonga
team was stacked with quality players with 4 whom
represent Murray United. Galen College commenced
the game well with lots of pressing in the attacking
half of the feild. Even though both teams tried their
best to beat the opposition defenses it finished off
as a 0 - 0 draw. Best on ground for Galen College was
goalkeeper Caleb Dawson as he made some fine
saves in the second half. Other strong players were
Alex Reid and aron Taylor in the midfield and Lachlan
Busk out wide on the right side.
In the second game Galen College played against
Catholic College Wodonga and won the game 3 – 0.
Goalscorers were Jack Roachford 2 and Lachlan Busk
1,
Best players were Lachlan Campbell, Alex McIntosh
and Lachlan Busk
In the thrid game we played Marian College Myrtleford. After a very challenging first half Galen took
the lead from a great passing display with 12 passes
completed before Jack Roachford found the back of
the net. Alex Reid also scored a lovely goal after getting
away from his defender and putting a shot low and
wide of the Marian goalkeeper. Zac Elliot finished the
game off with a great solo goal to end the scoreline as
a 3 – 0 win to Galen College.
In the final game, Galen College played against Victory Lutheran College. Striker Zac Elliott finished the
game with a hat-trick of goals displaying his speed
and strength on the ball to evade his defenders. Again
the Galen defense stood tall with Alex McIntosh, Aaron
Taylor, James Pasztor all providing excellent rebound
out of defence. Mr Arcuri thought that Celeb Dawson’s
display in goals as a goal keeper all day was the best
he had seen as a soccer coach at Galen for a very long
time!
Galen finished off winning the Upper Hume Yr 11 & 12
soccer tournament and well now advance to the Hume
zone in Shepparton on Tuesday 4th August.
A big thank you to Connor Delaney for his support as
linesman and manager.
Thank you also to Mrs White for organising the equipment, transport and teamsheets.
Galen College drew Wodonga Senior SC 0 –0
Galen College defeated Catholic College 3 – 0
Galen College defeated Marian College 3 – 0
Galen College defeated Victory Lutheran College 3 – 1
Written by Pat Arcuri
Scots School
Equestrian Challenge
On the 16th of May 7 Galen Students
took the trip up to Albury to compete
at the Scots School Equestrian
Challenge. The Galen team consisted
of Sarah Berry, Hayley Berry, Lucy
O’Connor, Alyce Hince, Rebecca
Jordan, Jessica Jordan and Amie
Hourigan. It was a great day ridden by
all riders with many places and some
wins with Galen placing 10th in the
teams. Hayley Berry finished 12th,
Alyce Hince 15th and Sarah Berry
equal 21st in the Junior Individual
Champion. Amie Hourigan placed 5th
in the Senior Overall Champion.
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Outdoor Ed News
Rock-climbing and hiking were the two activities of
choice for Term 2, in Outdoor Education. Year 11
and 12 ventured off to Mt Pilot and Eldorado for an
enjoyable and challenging day of rock climbing.
During these trips the VCE students developed an
understanding of rock environments and how to
explore these areas safely. As well as participating
in the climbing sessions students also learnt about
rope setup procedures and safety requirements. Year
10s started off the term with their bushwalks to the
second tallest peak in Victoria, Mt Feathertop.
A change was in order for the first group when high
winds and cold temperatures meant walking across
the Razorback was problematic. Instead students
enjoyed a pleasant but challenging climb up
Bungalow Spur from Harrietville. Fine weather
graced the second group and they were lucky
enough to make it up to the summit. The semester
of trips was finished off in week 5 with a session of
indoor rock climbing at Albury.
The Razorback - Mt Feathertop
The Bakery Wall
Chiltern-Mt Pilot National
Park
Albury Indoor Rock-climbing Centre
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Intermediate Boys Volleyball go to State
Galen year 9 & 10 boys’ volleyball team traveled down
to MSAC in Albert Park on Thursday 21st May. With a
5:30am start, we were in for a long day, but the boys
were prepared and ready to go.
Game 1: Murtoa College defeated Galen
20-13, 20-13
After an early morning and a long trip, the boys were
still asleep and barely challenged the volleyball school
from Murtoa. They looked intimidated and lacked
confidence. Frazer Judd was named Captain again,
and Ollie Willett elected himself as the ‘hype boy’,
though it clearly had no effect in this game.
Game 2: Eltham HS defeated Galen
20-9, 22-20
The boys finally got their heads in the game, and got
around each other, finally smiling and encouraging.
They played well once they got going, though it was
Jack Jenkin’s 10-second late reflexes that shocked the
boys into gear in the first set. They were unlucky in
losing the second set and it was Ollie Willett’s speech
that revved them up and Lochie Hourigan’s decision to
change tact and win points with his left hand instead
of his right. Tom Young yet again continued to work on
his serve and rocked a few drop serves that threw the
opponent. Captain Judd kept the talk up and found
space with his serve – almost always on purpose.
A much better game where we saw the boys playing
like we know they can.
needed to push his opponent, as did Jack who was
spiking the ball at any given chance. Props to Lochie
for putting his body on the line and going for the
hard ball. The boys worked hard for this win and
really deserved it; it was also nice to finish the day
on a high.
Huge congratulations to the boys for making it this
far. It is impressive for a country school to get to
State level without dropping a game, or even a set
on their way there. It was a massive day and we can
take a lot away from it to improve their chances in
future years. It is a credit to the boys who showed
maturity and made decisions on the day for the
themselves; they also gave up many lunchtimes to
prepare with almost no complaints at all.
Well done, lets look to next year!
Game 3: Galen defeated Hampton Park SC
13-20, 20-15, 15-11
Eddie Dayman made a promise at the start of the day,
and in the final game he actually did this and started
blocking everything that came at him. Juddy and
Lochie got in on this action and started smashing
returns, scaring their opponents on multiple
occasions. Pushed to three sets, Tyler Spencer
improved his serve and gained the confidence he
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Year 11/12
Senior Girls
Netball
The senior girls started off with
a strong game against Catholic
College Wodonga, leading by 4
goals at half time but at full time,
the score drew. We had strong
shooters Amanda Umanski and
Renee Collet throughout the first
game, keeping the girls in the
game, with powerful defence by
Gemma Enever, Maddy Smith
and Brooke Morley producing
rebounds and working with the
mid-court players to get the
ball down to the court to the
shooters.
Year 7/8 Bushrangers Cup
A combined Year 7/8 team played in the Bushrangers Cup on Tuesday 19th
May, in Wangaratta.
Congratulations to all of the players that contributed on the day.
Best players on the day were Pat Hourigan, Bailey Annett, Nick Sartori
and Riley Calvene.
Thanks to Tom Anson and Nick Beattie who gave their time to run
trials and Nick Beattie and Ben Talarico who coached the team on the day.
Thanks also to Pat McMillan, Matty Whitten and Callum Spencer who
assisted with boundary and goal umpiring duties on the day.
The second game was an easy
game although the girls lost a
little skill and only won by a few
goals. With strong mid court
from Montana Eisenhauer, Abby
Steegstra, Jess Fisher, Georgia
Cargill and Tayla Russo. The
girls produced a tough game
against Trinity, having the girls
rebounding and intercepting ball
throughout the game and
coming through with a win.
Game three was another win for
the girls, having the girls picking
their skills back up and having a
better game than game two. The
girls stuck strongly to each player
and came out with a win against
Cathedral College.
Having a draw placed the girls
equal first in pool A, but missing out on the grand final by
percentage placed the girls in
disappointment but they carried
on with the last game for the day
against Senior Secondary college
Wodonga. Having fought well
from attack and defense all day.
Thanks to Brooke Morely for
managing the team so well, and
her mum Mrs Kristie Morely for
coaching the team. Also to Kylie
Girolami and Kate Howard for
accompanying the team on
the day.
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Netball Coaching
Opportunity
 Volunteer Coach wanted for
All Abilities Netball Competition in Wangaratta
 Season starts Saturday 9th May
 10 Weeks @ 1 hr each, from 10.00am - 11.00am
 Finishes 25 July - no games on School Holidays
For further information contact:
Jackie Seymour (03) 5721 9194 or email: wangnetball@westnet.com.au
Year 9 & 10 Upper Hume Girls Soccer
The Year 9 & 10 Girls Soccer Team played in the Upper
Hume Division at Wodonga Kelly Park on Thursday
28th May. They played 4 teams which were Cathedral
College Wangaratta, Wodonga Middle Years College,
Wangaratta High and Marion College Myrtleford.
Game 1
Galen: 2
Cathedral College: 0
After a slow start (with the girls actually learning how
to play the game), Galen girls were very strong in
defense with Georgia Mahoney stopping all balls
going into goals and Kate Reiter swapping in the
second half doing the same. It was intense play
throughout the mid-field with the ball eventually
getting to our attackers and Lauren Torpey kicking
2 goals.
Game 2
Wodonga Middle Years College: 4
Galen: 0
The second game was our hardest game for the day
with Middle years defeating their first team by 9
goals. Galen girls put up a good fight with our defense
standing ground.
Game 3
Galen: 0
Wangaratta High School: 0
Game number 3 was the unofficial “Wang Derby” with
the Galen girls putting up a good show against fellow
Wangaratta team. Isabella Carnovale was has great
control of the ball in the Mid-field and Madison O’Keefe
seeing the ground more than the ball.
Game 4
Galen: 5
Marion College Myrtleford: 1
This was our last game, and after playing four games
straight (and with bribes to go to McDonalds), the girls
put in %100 effort with Lauren Torpey kicking 2 goals,
Madison O’Keefe kicking 2 goals and Georgia Mahoney
kicking 1.
Thanks to Ren Seymour who selected the team and was
an excellent coach for the day and Ryan Mcneilly who
was umpire and linesman for the day.
Written by Sarah Hynes
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Year 8 Upper Hume Netball
Our Yr 8 Netball Squad were a pleasure to work with and all represented Galen
College proudly with both their on court performances and their mature and
responsible conduct off court.
Our A team won all matches for the day and will progress to the next round of
competition. Best players included : Jorja Reidy, Olivia Richards and Jade Elliott.
Our B team also won all matches despite playing some uneven opposition.
They all remained positive and got the most out of their experiences on the day.
Best players were: Gabby Wales, Alana Criukshank, Ally Halton & Mollie Shanley.
A huge thank you to our amazing team managers – Georgina Northey and Ebony
Donald and our competent umpires for the day – Reagan Tomaino and Lillian Walton.
Also a big thank you to Mrs Deb Doyle for running a very smooth and efficient
competition on the day.
Mrs Jennie Annett
PLAYERS
Chloe Storer
Ella Henry
Keely Tua
Annabelle Creed
Jorja Reidy
Jade Elliott
Olivia Richards
Ellie Laffy
Tess Larkin
Gabrielle Wales
Charli Rasmussen
Alexandra Halton
Mollie Shanley
Meg Rogers
Alana Cruickshank
Jasmine Shanley
Jessica Vincent
Kendyl White
Mia DalZotto
UMPIRES
Reagan Tomaino
Lillian Walton
TEAM MANAGERS
Georgina Northey
Ebony Donald
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Upper Hume
Badminton
On Thursday 21st May, our Year 7-10
Badminton teams participated in the
Upper Hume competition at the Barr
Reserve.
2015
Talent
Quest
Well done to all players who conducted themselves in an exemplary
manner on the day. Galen’s results
are as follow:
9/10 Boys
Pool A
3rd Galen A
Pool B
2nd Galen B
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7 Boys
2nd Galen A
4th Galen B
In the final of the Year 8 Boys, Wangaratta HS defeated Galen College
B, consisting of Rutvik Chaudhary,
Matthew Whitten, Ethan Frued, and
Austin Amery. Thanks to Julie Nolan
and Ben Talarico for taking the teams
on the day.
Who’s Who at Galen
Leadership Team
• Bernard Neal: Principal
• Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal—Staff & Students
• Shaun Mason: Deputy Principal – Teaching & Learning
• Gerard Sullivan: Deputy Principal – Catholic Identity
• Dom Giannone: Business Manager
• Anthony Batters: Professional Development Co-ordinator
• Kylie Quin: Daily Organiser
• Mick Grogan: Senior School Director
• Rob Walker: Middle School Director
• Wendy Chuck: Junior School Director
The best way to contact Galen staff members direct is by email.
All staff have email addresses which follow the formula:
firstname.surname@galen.vic.edu.au
School Board
Fr Mike Pullar: Parish Priest
Mark Williams: Board Chair
Bernard Neal: Principal
Phil Bretherton: CEO Representative
Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal
Irene Apostolopoulos: Staff Representative
Dom Giannone: Business Manager
Cheryl Impink: Parents’ Assoc. Representative
Liz Nelson: Parent Representative
Suellen Loki: Parent Representative
Colin McClounan: Parent Representative
Hannah Clancy: Parent Representative
Karen Archer: Parent Representative
Tracey Bright: Parent Representative
Parents Association Executive
• Elizabeth Jolly: President
• Julie James: Vice President
• Karyn Howard: Secretary
• Karen Archer: Treasurer
Members of the Board and Parents Association can be
contacted via the office on 035721 6322 or email:
admin-enquiry@galen.vic.edu.au
Newsletter enquiries can be emailed directly to the Publications & Promotions Officer: malcolm.webster@galen.vic.edu.au
Galen Catholic College
College Street, Wangaratta
PO Box 630 Wangaratta Vic 3676
Principal: Bernard Neal
Email: principal@galen.vic.edu.au
Phone: 03 5721 6322
Web: www.galen.vic.edu.au