Waratah Weekly - Term 2, Edition 7 - Friday, 10 June 2022

Message from the Headmaster

This week we have been reading through 2 Corinthians for our morning staff devotional time. 2 Corinthians is one of the letters found in the New Testament of the Bible; a letter that was written by the Apostle Paul to the early Church. Paul writes to encourage them with an understanding of the difference between our temporary physical bodies and our eternal spiritual souls. He writes "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day" (2 Cor 4:16). Paul was noting that our physical bodies are aging. This life on earth is a temporary existence in temporary bodies, we are not going to live forever as we currently are. Scientists search for ways to prolong life, to ward off disease, to somehow find the secret to eternal youth, or at least long life, but this quest will be ultimately unsuccessful; we will not live forever, at least not in these bodies. While this may seem like a sad statement, Paul has also expressed the good news. While our bodies may be wasting away, our soul is being renewed through a relationship with Jesus. God created us to live in relationship with him, and we have all, at some point, chosen to live life in our own way, thereby rejecting God's plan for us. But in his amazing love, God sent his son Jesus to pay the price for our rejection of God (this is what Christians mean when we say that 'Jesus died for me'). For those who have accepted this free gift from God, our souls are being renewed so that we can become more like Jesus, so that we can live with the peace, joy, hope and love that God wants us to experience, and I am grateful for this everyday. If you would like to know more about how you can experience more peace, joy, hope and love in your life, then please reach out to us. We would love to talk to you about this.

Mr Trevor Norman
College Headmaster

Term 2 Working Bee

Community Building
The Term 2 College Working Bee provides a great opportunity to build community. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and students to serve in relation to our College grounds. There are a number of jobs that additional hands would assist in completing to keep our College grounds looking spectacular. More importantly, it is an opportunity to meet as a community, serve with an outward focus and make new connections with one another.

Term 2 Working Bee Program: Saturday, 18 June
8.00 am - BBQ Breakfast - Please RSVP to Daniel Warland (Property Manager) by Thursday, 16 June at d.warland@wac.nsw.edu.au to indicate if you are attending this section for catering purposes. Bacon and Egg rolls are on the menu.

Matt Roberts our Community and Pastoral Support Aide will be around during this time to facilitate a prayer breakfast. This will see attendees able to grab a Bacon and Egg Roll and engage in some prayer for the College and our world.

8.30 am - Working Bee Commences. A special encouragement to Year 11 and Year 12 students to attend and assist in a specific project tailored to working on the gardens around the Flynn Building. Tasks around other parts of the College include weeding and mulching gardens, raking up bark that has spread outside of the gardens, and blowing paths and walkways. We do have equipment, but if you have your own hand tools, gloves, wheelbarrows and even blowers that may be helpful.

12.30 pm - A Sausage Sizzle Lunch served by our P&F with the day to conclude at 1.00 pm

All students who attend will be issued a Community Service Merit.

Mr Liam Toland
Director of Pastoral Care T-12

Impacts of Childhood Trauma - Online Workshop

Unaddressed childhood trauma can have long-term effects on an individual's quality of life.
This session explores events that can result in childhood trauma and how this affects physical, emotional, social and intellectual development. It also explores how to identify trauma reactions and how to support a child, adolescent or adult in their recovery.

Learning outcomes:
• Understand events that can result in childhood trauma
• Understand the impacts of childhood trauma
• Explore strategies to support recovery

When: Saturday, 11 June  
Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 pm 
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: FREE

For people with a lived experience, carers or service providers who reside or work within South Western Sydney.

No referrals required. Places are limited - Enrol now!

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcocOGspzgjGNbzQXmoiOdOQTGe74Hkeg9z

Mr Liam Toland
Director of Pastoral Care T-12

Teaching & Learning Secondary News

Explicit instruction
Across the College, teachers in both Primary and Secondary have been looking at and continuing to develop their skills in ‘Explicit Instruction’ as a method of teaching their lessons. The ultimate aim of using the Explicit Instruction model is to improve the learning outcomes of students and to improve the delivery of lesson content. Explicit Instruction is a concept that has been part of the College’s Educational Framework for some time, however, it is an area that the College has chosen to focus on. It will include regular professional learning as well as teacher observation designed to improve their professional practice. 

As part of teachers being reflective on their practice as educators, teachers will be filming their lessons for review. The filming device will be set up at the back of the classroom and is designed to focus on the teacher. There is no intentional filming of students – but rather, the backs of students’ heads may be visible. This practice is to be done to improve lesson content and delivery. Once the footage has been viewed by the teacher delivering the lesson and professional dialogue around lesson content has been discussed, the footage will be deleted.

Year 11 2023
A reminder that next week Wednesday, 15 June and Thursday, 16 June our Year 10 students will be attending seminars around the various subjects on offer in 2023. They will not attend regular classes but rather they will attend seminars in the Auditorium. On the evening of Thursday, 16 June at 7.00 pm, parents are invited to attend with their child to hear more about the Stage 6 pathway (Year 11 and Year 12) requirements.

Mrs Kelly Evans
Director of Teaching & Learning 7-12

Family Chapel K-2 Gallery

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Performing Arts News

College Musical Update - Shrek
A general reminder to the Secondary cast that rehearsals will continue on Monday, 20 June, due to the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. Students should continue to meet staff under the shelter at 2.45 pm for the rehearsal before we move to designated areas.

Set Design students will continue to meet Mrs Ware at Melba 3 classroom at 2.45 pm on Monday, 20 June as well. 

Students in the Musical cast are encouraged to access the Shrek Canvas course for the rehearsal materials, continue to memorise their lines from the script, continue to work on their character development and view the choreography videos and listen to the music tracks available to them in the meantime.

Information regarding Junior Chorus signups will be made available to the students soon via Mrs Barker. Stay tuned!

Dance Company News - MISA Dance Festival  
Dance Company have been preparing an artistic dance work for the upcoming MISA Dance Festival. The MISA Dance Festival is an annual event where our Dance students are able to showcase their works with other Independent and Catholic schools. The students are very excited to perform again or for the first time at the Campbelltown Catholic Club, The Cube, on Tuesday, 21 June. Parents should have received a notification about this event which occurs during College hours and should respond ASAP on the College App. 

Parents/carers are also welcome to attend the event to see the showcased work. More information about times or performance sessions will be released over the coming weeks. 

Wollongong Bluescope Eisteddfod
Our Dance Company is planning for an upcoming competition in Wollongong known as the Bluescope Eisteddfod. The students are competing in the school division/category and I know Miss Valente and the students are working extremely hard preparing for this eisteddfod. 

Parents should have already been notified via the College App regarding information for this competition, and I encourage parents to reply to this ASAP. As this is a public competition, it is a ticketed event. Miss Valente and I are encouraging parents and the wider WAC community to support these girls by purchasing a ticket.

The event is on Saturday, 2 July (the first Saturday of the upcoming Term break). 

Tickets go on sale next Tuesday, 7 June, at 10.00 am via merrigong.com.au

All Tickets are $15.00 (If the dancers would like to enter the theatre after their performance, they must purchase a ticket). Tickets are General Admission - Not Allocated Seating.

Thirlmere Festival of Steam - College Cheer and College Strings
Our College Cheer and College Strings groups are performing/participating at the upcoming Thirlmere Festival of Steam. The Festival was postponed due to the poor weather conditions earlier in the year. The groups will be at the Festival on Sunday, 26 June.

The College Strings will perform on stage at 10.30 am. They are to meet Ms Bridge at the College tent at 10.00 am.

The College Cheer group will be participating in the parade. Students are to meet Miss Valente at the College Tent at 10.00 am.

Both groups will then proceed to their designated areas for their respective performances.

Parents of the students involved will receive communication via the College App regarding specific details.

Mr Lloyd Grant
Performing Arts Coordinator T-12

Secondary ICAS Competitions

During Term 3, Secondary students will have the opportunity to participate in the ICAS English, Mathematics or Science competitions.
Any Secondary students who would like to participate in any of the competitions, please email Mr McIntosh by the end of Week 9 (24 June) with the competition(s) they would like to be registered for.

Mr Stuart McIntosh
Advanced Learning and Learning Support T-12 Coordinator

Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD)

Every year, all schools in Australia participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). The NCCD process requires schools to identify information already available in the school about supports provided to students with disability. This collection of data will occur at the beginning of Term 3. If you would like any further information, please refer to the attached document.

Mr Stuart McIntosh
Advanced Learning and Learning Support T-12 Coordinator

College Photo Day Catch-Up Date

The School Photographers will be returning on Thursday, 16 June 2022 in the Flowers Cafeteria for Photo Day catch-ups for students who were absent during the College Photo Day. 

Please remember to have your child dressed in accordance with the College Uniform Guidelines which can be found near the front of the College Diary. Students will need to hand in a completed Photo Day envelope to the photographer on the day. Additional envelopes can be collected from Student Reception.

If you need to make an order for your child(rens) individual or sibling photos, please click on the link below and use the codes below if required. 

www.theschoolphotographer.com.au
College Code: X1573PSB46W

Mr Alex Hitchins
Development Manager

P&F Pie Drive

WAC Country Fair Stall Holders

Library News

Book Club Orders Due Thursday, 16 June
Book Club Issue 4 catalogue is now available. Secondary students should select the class ‘Secondary’ when ordering. Primary select their usual class.  All orders are to be made online or through the LOOP App. Orders are due Thursday, 16 June.

Please note that the Book Club catalogue is set out with suggested age ranges for the books, each page has a different age range, with age 12+ towards the back. The College does not necessarily endorse the books available through Book Club and parental discretion is advised.

Mrs Justine Colombo
College Librarian

Recruitment - Mathematics Teacher

P&F Clothing Pool

With all this wet weather, it is a good idea to have some spare uniform items at home.
Come and say hello and see how we can help you!

Volunteers Needed
Come and join the friendly team at the P&F Clothing Pool! We are currently looking for volunteers to help out on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday mornings from 7.45 am to 8.30 am. If you are interested, please contact Melissa on 0415 402 013.

Donations
We have greatly appreciated your donations of high quality and clean uniforms. If you would like to make a donation, please leave your items at the Clothing Pool in the mornings or at Student Reception.

EFTPOS Only
The P&F Clothing Pool only accepts card payments. EFTPOS, VISA, Mastercard or use your phone with Apple or Google Pay. Payments can also be accepted over the phone.

Opening Hours 
Monday to Friday 7.45 am to 8.00 am
White Cottage Windows
Direct Phone 
4623 0286
Payment
EFTPOS

Mrs Melissa Whishaw
P&F Clothing Pool Coordinator
0415 402 013

College Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

SIMEC Mining

Tahmoor Colliery is an underground coal mine producing high-quality coal for steel production. Tahmoor Coal is a proud supporter of local charities, businesses, organisations and schools; and is committed to responsible mining operations, and taking care of the community and environment.

Phone: 02 4640 0100 (within office hours) 1800 154 415 (after hours)
Email: tahmoorenquiries@simecgfg.com
Web: www.tahmoorcoal.com.au

Double Gold Sponsors

Little Elves Childcare Centre

T/ Little Elves OOSH

Bargo Public School

Ph: 0487 000 245

Email: littleelvesoosh@gmail.com

Thirlmere Quality Timbers

http://www.thirlmerequalitytimbers.com.au/

60 Oaks Road Thirlmere, NSW, 2572

Phone: Deb 0417 486 522

Office 02 46841 8580

Email: sales@thirlmerequalitytimbers.com.au

About our business:

We supply quality rural hardwood fencing products and quality seasoned firewood sourced from sustainable regrowth forests. We produce 90% of our stock on-site and strive to supply the best timber products in the area to our customers.

The Associates Insurance Broking Services Pty Ltd

Address: PO Box 56, Bowral NSW 2576

ABN: 90 638 881 660

Contact Person Name: Victoria Holt (Company EA)

Email address: victoria.holt@is-insurance.com.au

Insurance Investment Solutions Pty Ltd

Address: PO Box 56, Bowral NSW 2576

ABN: 94 604 594 345

Contact Person Name: Victoria Holt (Company EA)

Email address: Victoria.holt@is-insurance.com.au

About our business:

Insurance Investment Solutions (IIS) opened its doors for business in 2017 and quickly built a reputation as one of Australia’s leading strata insurance specialist underwriting agencies. We provide brokers with market-leading insurance solutions.

Gold Sponsors



Silver Sponsors

Tahmoor Garden Centre

Church Services

Wollondilly Anglican Church
Our church services are all held at St Stephen’s Thirlmere at 9.30 am and 4.30 pm. Both are family services and all ages are welcome. If you are interested in attending a Bible Study, or Youth Group and connecting with the community this way, please visit these links for more information
https://wollondillyanglican.org/grown-ups/  
https://wollondillyanglican.org/youth-ministries/  
We also encourage you to check out their website to stay updated with any new information https://wollondillyanglican.org/
Contact them about any enquiries at
https://wollondillyanglican.org/contact/

C3 Picton and Camden
Live-streaming their services on their YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV-SaFqz0okwO85XQE01CKw.
If you would like to find out more information about C3 connect groups, please visit these links:
https://www.c3picton.church/groups
If you would like to know more information about C3 and keep updated please visit their website:
https://www.c3picton.church/
Facebook page:
https://m.facebook.com/C3Picton/
Contact them at:
https://www.c3picton.church/contact

Campbelltown Christian Community Church (C4) 
Services run on Sundays at 10.00 am. Also currently streaming their services on their YouTube channel:

Wollondilly Presbyterian Church
Sunday Service starts a 9.15 am. 
The Service is also streamed on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGGkiM_xP5rCdViW3uo6Xw/featured
They are also holding Church Zoom Calls at 9.15 am on Sundays, if you are interested in connecting to the community in this way, please visit their Facebook page for the links as well as updates, information and to contact about any enquiries.
https://www.facebook.com/WollondillyPC/

Tahmoor Baptist Church
Sunday Service starts a 9.50 am. 
Also streamed at https://www.tahmoorbaptistchurch.org/
If you are interested in attending a Bible Study, or Youth Group and connecting with the community this way, please visit this link for more information
https://www.tahmoorbaptistchurch.org/activities.html

Picton and Wilton Anglican Church
Picton - Sundays 9.30 am – 10.50 am all welcome.
Also live-streamed on Youtube: http://youtube.com/PWAChurches/
Wilton - Sundays 5 pm – 6.20 pm all welcome.
Also live-streamed on Youtube: http://youtube.com/PWAChurches/

Most importantly, we encourage all to meet with God directly and personally through daily reading of The Bible and prayer. This is the best way to get to know who God is and further trust in him during this time. If you don’t have a Bible or don't know where to start, we encourage you to download “You Version” on your device, this is a great resource to assist you in your journey and relationship with God.

The Oaks Anglican Church
Sunday at 10.00 am. Services will also be streamed online live: toa.church/livestream/

Douglas Park Evangelical Church
10.00 am Sundays at Douglas Park Community Hall or online via Zoom.
Contact David Luxford on 0404754105 or via Facebook.com/DPEChurch

Wollondilly Uniting Church
110 Thirlmere Way, Tahmoor.
Sunday Service 9.15 am
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WollondillyUniting/

Staying connected in the Southern Highlands area.

Highlands Christian Church: 
Sundays at 10.00 am
Online Service:
https://www.facebook.com/highlands.au/videos/highlands-church-online-experience/930979114318498/
Website:
https://www.highlandschristianchurch.org.au/

Highlands Baptist Church
Sundays at 10.30 am
Website:
http://www.highlandsbaptistchurch.org.au/

St Judes (Bowral Anglican)
Traditional Church Building - 8.00 am, 9.30 am & 4.00 pm
Church Auditorium - 9.30 am & 5.30 pm
Website:
https://bowralanglican.org.au/
Online Service:
https://bowralanglican.org.au/online/

Mittagong Anglican
Sundays at 9.30 am & 11.30 am
Website:
https://www.mittang.com.au/
Sermon Archive:
https://www.mittang.com.au/sermons/

C3 
Sundays at 10.30 am
Website:
https://c3destinychurch.com/
Livestream/Video Archive:
https://c3destinychurch.com/sunday-live-stream/

Bowral Baptist
Sundays at 10.00 am
Website:
https://bowralbaptistchurch.net/wordpress/
Video Archive:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCED4wlEz42j6thR9-OsVn4A

Community News

WAC Kids Care
From time to time, families undergo trauma such as severe or terminal illness. There are short term support structures in place at the College to assist families during these times.

We have a collection of beautifully prepared meals that are ready for distribution for any families in need.

The WAC Kids Care Program offers support to families in the way of meals. Please contact Mrs Hay or Mrs Evans at the College. Confidentiality will be respected. If you know of anyone who may need meals at this time, please contact the College office.

Wollondilly Council Calling for Expressions of Interest
Are you passionate about your community? Do you love working with people? Do you have skills and knowledge to share?

Consider joining one of Wollondilly Council’s Strategic Reference Groups or an Advisory Group!
These groups provide community members with meaningful opportunities to engage with Council – whether you’re a high-level strategic thinker, or would like to work with Council more at a grass-roots level. 

Head to Council’s website to find out more about the groups available, and complete a short Expression of Interest explaining more about yourself and why you’d like to be a member.

Alternatively, you can call Council on 4677 1100.

Wollondilly Community Relief Program - Local Community Ventures
Criteria - Must be a resident of the Wollondilly LGA and have been financially impacted by COVID-19
Apply at lcventures.org.au/wollondilly-community-relief
Interpreter services available

HSC Seminars
Our Seminars covering Maths (Standard), Maths (Advanced) and English (all levels) will get you prepared to ace your upcoming Trials.

Places are strictly limited in these FREE sessions.

Book now to secure your place- https://www.library.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au/youth#hsc

Pump Track Celebration
Join us to celebrate the brand new and epic Tahmoor BMX Pump Track on Saturday,18 June 2022 from 10.30 am until 12.30 pm.

We will have displays from Macarthur BMX & B's Bike Worx, a BBQ complimentary of Community Links and lots of freebies.

Book your spot here- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/353466817767

Interview with confidence
Are you 14 to 24 years old?

Want some help with your interview skills from a professional??

Come along to Wollondilly Library Wednesday, 15 June from 4.30 pm to 6.00 pm to gain all the help you need from an interview expert!

Register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-upskill-interviewing-with-confidence-tickets-333296146747 

Healthy Eating/ Nutrition Online workshop
Want to learn how to cook healthy meals from a professional in the comfort of your own home?

We have a free online Nutrition/Healthy Eating workshop for 18 -30 year-olds which includes certificates of participation, healthy food and nutrition activities, food cooking demonstrations while you cook along with free food which has been delivered to your home.

There are limited places, book now!

https://innersparq.com.au/2-nutrition-healthy-eating-workshop-wollondilly-shire-council/