Last Wednesday, the year 12 Padua students and Mrs. Humphrey, Ms. Yeats, Ms. Chivers and Mrs. McMahon travelled to our Year 12 Retreat at the Holy Cross Centre in Templestowe. When we got to Templestowe we settled in and then started our activities; games outside and writing in our booklets and ended the night with a movie.
On the second day of Retreat, we started the morning with a walk around Templestowe looking at the mansions and ended up sitting in a park eating morning tea bonding with our peers. Later that day, we made origami boats and did a 30-minute meditation followed by other activities in our booklet. On the night of the second day, we had a short Liturgy outside in the chapel run by some of the girls and we ended the night writing letters to the special people in our life which resulted in tears and appreciation.
On the last day of Retreat we concluded our activities by doing a reflection, a bonding game and opening our affirmations from our peers which left everyone feeling happy and loved for the bus trip home.
Throughout the whole Retreat we were fed extremely well by the chef Ash and his team. Staying at the Holy Cross Centre was a relaxing and fun experience where friendships were strengthened and new friendships were made.
Kassidy Stephens PAMAM
On May 1st and 2nd I competed at the Calisthenics Victoria State Championships. It is the final competition at the end of the Victorian solo season. “Calisthenics Solo and Duo items provide an opportunity for Calisthenics Performers, who are part of a team and club, to learn a routine on their own, or with a friend in duos, and perform at competitions held in the first half of the year, throughout Victoria.”
A Graceful Solo must have a balance of aesthetic movement, elevated dance steps and dance - it’s a little like ballet. A Calisthenic Solo or Duo Item must have a balance of calisthenic physical work (similar to gymnastics) and dance. I competed in the 13 year old Open Calisthenics Solo and Graceful Solo sections and came first in the Calisthenics Solo and Second in my Graceful Solo.
“Calisthenics offers a unique combination of dancing, singing, gymnastics and technical skills for girls, boys and women. Calisthenics develops strong, confident performers through teamwork. Discipline and technique, grace and poise are fostered in a fun and friendly club environment, where families can connect and performers can develop skills, and friendships, that last a lifetime.” (From Calisthenics Victoria website)
I am the fourth generation to participate in calisthenics in my family: my mum, my grandmother, and my great grandmother also participated. I participate in calisthenics because it's what I love. It's such a big part of my life and even though there is so much hard work involved it's such a rewarding sport. The sport has evolved over the years and more of the history can be found here: http://calisthenics.asn.au/about-us/our-history/
The amount of support I get from all of my family is incredible and I'm so thankful for all the hard work they do to make it possible for me to train and perform, especially all the sewing of costumes that my mum does. This is my 7th year of calisthenics. I started at the age of 7 at a local club in Geelong and have been selected for the Victorian State Team twice. I travel to Melbourne three or more times a week to train, as training can differ in hours and days depending on what competitions are coming up. I am now training for team competitions that happen during August to October and a national competition in July in Queensland where I will be performing both of my solos and a duo.
Taliah Eastgate 7JTD
Please be advised the next Parent Communication Afternoon will be held on Thursday 17 June, from 3.30pm to 5.00pm, with a focus on My Learning Journey. These evenings are available for parents who wish to discuss immediate or urgent matters with their daughter’s teacher. This can be done via a zoom meeting or a scheduled telephone call.
Teaching staff will be available between 3.30pm to 5.00pm. Please contact the staff member to arrange a suitable time for a meeting or a phone call within these times.
On Monday the 10th of May, 2021, the Year 11 Italian class travelled by bus to Melbourne to see the wonderful Italian Opera performance of Aida, at Hamer Hall. We departed excitedly and eagerly at 4pm filling the bus with chatter about our hopes for the night.
The evening did not disappoint. Beginning our night in Melbourne, we took a group photo (see accompanying images) and embraced our free time and explored the Southbank restaurants for dinner. We all dispersed in groups and were treated to delicious and varied foods.
After dinner, it was back to Hamer Hall to collect our tickets and make our way in. The Arts Centre was amazing. The red velvet carpet on the stairs, the lighting and the elegantly dressed audience confirmed that this was going to be an evening to remember.
We were seated in the dress circle and had a great view of both the orchestra and the stage. The lights dimmed and the theatre went silent. The lighting was spectacular and I was left breathless from the talent on the stage and in the orchestra pit. The stage production had wonderful sets and costumes of gold and silver. Certainly, a high-quality show. I had never seen an opera before but I have to commend Opera Australia for such an incredible performance. Aida honoured Giuseppe Verdi perfectly. As the show came to a close, my hands began to sting from the extended applause that the cast well and truly deserved.
In the pouring rain we boarded the bus, in amazement about what we had seen. Chatter on the bus about the opera settled down as the tiredness set in. We are grateful for the opportunity and pleased with the night as a whole. It was surely a night I won’t forget.
Sophie Cutropia, 11LODG
Off-shore winds and clean waves greeted competitors for this year’s Victorian Schools Surf Team Titles held at Jan Juc on Monday May 10.
Congratulations to the following students who represented SHC: Ivy Burns 7JTD, Cedar Davie 7DBO, Darci Barker 7SC, Lila Burns 9LOKEM and Mia Huppatz 10PAMLD. Progressing to the final, the girls eventually finished third behind Newhaven and Geelong College.
Special congratulations to Mia Huppatz who not only captained our team, but also surfed with St Jospeh’s College in the Mixed Team division and helped them win the event! Great work Mia!
A huge thank to Ms Rivalland, Mr Todd and the several parents who also attended and supported the team on the day. Surf’s Up!
Mr Tracey
On a cold, wet, wintry Tuesday, the Unit 1 Geography class braved the elements to investigate the environmental plague/invasive species known as BONESEED in the You Yangs.
After an informative talk by Jacob Champion, the Park Ranger and some gathering of data we set about to do our bit to eradicate this scourge in at least one small area of this popular recreational region that is also home to many native species. Pulling boneseed is hard work but we had fun doing it and are very proud of the difference we made to that environment, even though the boys were attacked by a possum in the bathroom!
If you want to learn about and make a positive environmental change consider VCE Geography as a subject in the future.
Unit 1 Geography class 2021
It is with much regret that we inform our community that the highly anticipated Winter Concert, which was to occur next Wednesday 2 June, has now been cancelled due to the Victorian lockdown.
We thank all our performers for all their hard work in what surely would have been a wonderful showcase of musical talent we have here at SHC. Thanks also go to the staff who were helping to bring this special event together.
At Sacred Heart College, we are a Respectful Relationships school, meaning that we stand for inclusion as a core value and acknowledge the gift diversity gives us, overall we want to make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable at school.
Last Monday was IDAHOBIT day, the international day against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination. We are reminded that it is up to everyone to take a stand against discrimination when we see it and hear it and to support our LGBTQIA+ friends.
On Friday the 21st of May at lunchtime our Free To Be Me diversity group raised awareness as part of IDAHOBIT Day by running lots of fun activities with a rainbow theme and having lots of important conversations with the SHC community. There was beading, badge making, and giant colouring in as well as music. There was also a selfie board where our community was invited to take a photo with a statement of support for our LGBTQIA+ students. It was fabulous to see so many students and staff get involved and support this important initiative.
Free to be Me Group
Please see below updated information about the GAT:
*** 2021 General Achievement Test - to be rescheduled ***
The 2021 General Achievement Test (GAT) scheduled for Wednesday 9 June 2021 will be rescheduled to a date to be determined. We expect this to be in coming weeks.
Some reflections on the Year 9 Camp - Clairvaux and Loyola:
We scaled heights, made new friends, enjoyed fire lighting competitions and cooking damper over hot coals.
We got less sleep, but had more fun!
Thanks to the staff who came.
Last week the year 11’s took part in our renewals. The program consisted of three days’ worth of arts and crafts, reflection and quality time with our teachers and classmates.
The first day was more focused on getting in to the program, finding our feet and looking at some self-reflection.
The second day we all gathered in the PAC with our guest speaker Sam Clear. Sam went walking through 15,600kms across south, central and north America, across Siberia by train and then on foot again from Moscow to the western part of Spain. Sam was walking for unity across the world as he believes unity is something that needs to play a bigger part in our society; spreading love not hate. We participated in group activates such as trivia and simply getting to know each other.
On the final day we reflected on Sam’s presentation, played a few games, looked more into our self-reflection and watched the movie ‘A Street Cat Called Bob’.
My highlight would have to be the final day as it was nice to have a break from our very busy time in VCE and spend some quality time with those around me.
Many thanks to those who organised the day and gave us this opportunity, I can’t wait for next year’s Retreat!
Ellen Spriggins, 10-12 CLSTC
On Monday 24 May, SHC welcomed an assistance dog into our community. Assistance dogs are working dogs and when working in our community there are important points that we all need to be aware of. It is important that we abide by these points as their handlers and their rights are protected under the Disability Discrimination Act.
The following video outlines what we must do when an assistance dog is at work.
Please read below important information about assistance dogs and our responsibility around them.
Assistance Dogs provide support to many individuals throughout our communities.
They are amazing dogs that are able to guide and support many individuals in our local communities.
Assistant Dogs support many individuals for a wide range of reasons.
When Assistance dogs are working in our communities there are many important points that we all need to be aware of. It is important that we abide by these points as their handlers and their rights are protected under the Disability Discrimination Act.
What you need to know:
We must remember that they are there to do a job and are working.
Remember the following points:
With the Northern Territory Immersion unable to go ahead in 2021, our class had the opportunity to travel as a group to the Otways, Victoria. We stayed at Bimbi Park, Cape Otway and engaged in activities focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and perspectives while reflecting on the importance of faith and spirituality for ourselves and the world.
Basket weaving led by Sacred Heart College Alumni Jayanne Johnson (2020 Fire Carrier), our nature walk towards Station Beach, experiencing the wonders of Maits Rest Rainforest and sitting around the campfire together were some of the many highlights during our camp.
Throughout our camp experience we were able to:
SEE – Smiling faces, relaxed body language, people working with one another, nature in all its beauty, people gathered around the fire, people listening.
HEAR – Laughter, words of respect, the noisy koala’s, ocean waves crashing, prayer, acts of compassion, rain on the tent roof, trees rustling in the wind.
FEEL – Warmth as we sat around the fire, gentle drops of rain on our face, welcome, relaxed muscles, calm mind, connection to self, others and nature.
In light of our Term Two Visible Wellbeing focus - Emotional Management, we also reflected on the emotions we felt most during our camping experience. They were: happiness, gratitude, peace, appreciation, excitement, safe, relaxed, contentment, bliss, comfort, grounded, calm, serenity, joy, awe, accepted, connected, hope, love and interest.
We are so grateful for such an amazing camp experience and the opportunity to build our knowledge and appreciation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Not only did we connect to self and to the land but we also had the opportunity to form stronger bonds with our peers. The friendships, knowledge and memories we have gained from this camp will be treasured for many years to come.
Thank you to everyone who contributed in some way to allow us to have this wonderful experience – Miss. Kennedy, Kat and Frank at Bimbi Park, Lisa and Kelsey Couzens, Jayanne Johnson, Ms. Symons, Ms. Connell, Miss. Turner and Maddy Larkins.
Yanah Kanellos, Ally Sears and Charlotte Gervasoni
Beat those winter blues and move with PA40+!
Looking for a way to stay warm at lunchtime and have some fun with your friends? Come and try a PA40+ Community Class! You’ll be amazed how good just 30 minutes of activity will make you feel! There are three new classes in Term 2 - Stretch & Release, Boxing Warriors and Wildcard!
Click here to view the full timetable and read the class descriptions.
No sign ups required, just bring a friend and come along! Participation in 5 classes = 1 House Point! The PA40+ team of instructors is looking forward to seeing you there!
Meg Saxon, Sports and Wellness Centre Manager
This term in English, Year 7 students are studying the novel ‘The Book of Chance’. It’s a powerful story that explores what is true and what is fake in today's world. It is a celebration of the strong bond between two families and an exploration of the meaning of 'family'.
After a heavy week of NAPLAN testing, I thought I’d have some fun with 7FBO creating ‘Blackout’ poems using page 148/149 of ‘The Book of Chance’.
7FBO came up with some very creative pieces that clearly related to the themes of the text.
Carl Tracey, SHC Teaching Staff
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