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Education in the OLSH Tradition We are Heart people… Faith Filled… Reverence Relationships… Pursue Excellence…. Touch the Hearts of Others

Dear Family and Friends of OLSH College Bentleigh,

In celebrating Regnet Christus Day we deliberately take the time to shine a light on the collective pursuit of excellence here at the College. In whatever we undertake whether it be in the classroom, the sporting or performing arts areas, in spirituality, wellbeing, gospel outreach or any of the other myriad of co-curricular offerings we do so because it is our human way of entering into life as we meet it. Fundamentally, in all of these activities the overwhelming aim for each of us is that we learn, and we grow. You see the word ‘learn’ or rather ‘learning’ is about deliberate and active engagement or connection with life. To Learn is to Grow and all human life is about growth – of mind, of heart, of the deepness within us.

Let us keep a place for Christ in our lives, let us care for one another

and let us be loving custodians of creation. Pope Francis

Regnet Christus!

May Christ Reign.

Always united in our shared OLSH Spirit. Anne O’Loughlin Principal

NEWSLETTER

Volume 44, Number 20 Monday 21 November 2016

HEART MATTERS

Our spirituality of the heart is one that the world is so much in need of today.

We live it in practical ways through our everyday lives … through compassion for others, forgiveness and mercy towards them,

through kindness which has no limits, through acceptance of differences, and in care for each other’s needs.

Sister Mary Fyfe FDNSC

Congratulations to OLSH College on being awarded 2016’s Applied Learning School of the Year. Pictured with their awards are Mrs Maureen Malone, Head of Department

Pathways and VCAL with Claudia Strong and Mikaela Hum.

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Regnet Christus Day A Celebration of Excellence

Regnet Christus Day

Mr Nick Staikos, State Member of Parliament for Bentleigh, presented the Lorraine Francis Community Award.

Staff receiving Year of Service awards from Sister Elizabeth Little, fdnsc

OAM OLSH Provincial Leader

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Major College Awards

Jules Chevalier Award Named after Fr Jules Chevalier msc, the founder of the order of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, the Jules Chevalier Award is the highest accolade given to a student at our College. This award is presented to a Year 12 student who has lived the very life and spirit of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College. As a young lady of simplicity and as a leader who is prepared to serve she is recognised because she is a woman of: Heart, Active Faith, Compassion, Courage, Integrity, Wisdom, Prayer, Independent Thought, Hope and Resilience, Transforming Vision. We congratulate the Jules Chevalier Awardee for 2016 Rebecca Nielsen who was presented with her award on Regnet Christus Day.

Marie Louise Hartzer Award This award is named after Mother Marie Louise Hartzer, the first Superior General of the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart. The recipient of this award has displayed the qualities displayed by Marie Louise: a great understanding of others; a breadth of perspective on life; an ability to look outside herself; faithfulness to her life’s journey with a strong determination to see things through; a lived spirit of hope and joy and a sense of God’s presence. Well done to Charlotte Deam winner of this award for 2016.

Sister Mary Fyfe Memorial Award Sister Mary Fyfe had a long association with OLSH College Bentleigh as a past student, College Captain, College Dux, teacher and Deputy Principal. Sister Mary joined the Congregation of the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in 1965. Her qualifications included Bachelor of Arts, Graduate Diploma in Theology and a Masters of Education. The Sister Mary Fyfe Memorial Award is for outstanding leadership in the role of College Captain. Congratulations to Rebecca Nielsen who was presented with this award by Barbara Fyfe, pictured right, sister of Sr Mary Fyfe and past student of OLSH College Bentleigh.

Amy Taylor Award In memory of a past student, The Amy Taylor Award has been donated by her family. It is awarded to a student in Year 8, 9 or 10 who has given of her best and always shows a positive attitude to life. Congratulations to Olivia Waterstone, Year 10, pictured left.

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Karen Park Award In keeping with our OLSH Proclamation the recipient of the Karen Park Memorial Award will be known because she has lived Jesus words: I have come that you may have life and have it to the full. John 10:10. During her time at the College, Karen worked in the front office, uniform shop, student reception and administration, and she lived with courage, tenacity and an overwhelming sense of thinking about others before herself. Congratulations to Kate Tranter, 2016 winner of the award.

Principal’s Award These girls have worked to develop a true growth mindset and have displayed a capacity to improve their learning, to develop their potential, to keep going back and trying despite failure, until they reach their goal and then they set another goal. It is these girls that we wish to acknowledge for the Principal’s Award for 2016: Mia Tulloch, Year 8, Montana Alvis and Zoe Levey, Year 10 and Alexandra Christodoulou, Year 11.

College Vice Captain For outstanding leadership and service to the College in the role of College Vice Captain for 2016, we recognise and congratulate Faye Valladares being presented with her award by Sister Elizabeth Little, fdnsc OAM OLSH Provincial Leader.

Sportsgirl of the Year Award The Outstanding Sportsgirl of the Year Award recognises regular participation and consistent performance of a high standard; enthusiasm, sportsmanship and valuable contribution to the sporting program at the College; as well as being an outstanding representative at interschool events. Congratulations to Olivia May, Year 10.

Sport Rising Star Award The Sport Rising Star award has been newly introduced this year. It is presented to a student who has displayed significant potential in the sporting field and represented the college in a variety of sports across the year. This student has given her best at all times, she is a positive role model and has shown commitment and enthusiasm at both training sessions and during competition. Congratulations to Abbey Snell, Year 8, pictured left with her award.

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Academic Award Winners 2016 Year 7 Consistent Application to Studies Academic Achievement Academic Excellence Kyla Del Castillo Maria Abrigo Aimee Grella (10 subjects) Varshaa Dharmavaram Chiara Bertolini Danielle Russell (10 subjects) Julia Galati Erica Hall Elle Kyrifidis Mia Jones Glen Eira Mia Sellwood Danielle Simpfendorfer Maxine Viado Jessica Singh Elizabeth Zhevelyuk Regnet Christus Maria Blassis Lilly Fowler Julia Galati Natalie Mortale Maxine Viado Year 8 Consistent Application to Studies Academic Achievement Academic Excellence Katya Adkin Navya Balraj Hannah Dingli (10 subjects) Jessica Allan Grace Bowles Brooke Pereira (11 subjects) Paije Dubocanin Laura Campbell Isabella Stewart Isabelle Foscolos Regnet Christus Piper Zielinski Annalise Lamb Hannah Dingli Penelope Papahatzis Jessica McKiggan Glen Eira Lauren Stewart Maddison Sivell Katya Adkin Abbey Snell Sport Rising Star Jaime Vanek Principal’s Award Abbey Snell Mia Tulloch Issoudun Consistent Application to Studies Academic Achievement Academic Excellence Kiya Campbell-Cowan Lara Confeggi Alison Duncan (10 subjects) Ashleigh Quick Emily Daniel Tamira Nandan (10 subjects) Molly Rosenberger Alyssa Kee Ellamay Sonza Samantha Menezes Regnet Christus Sarah Ziada Molly McLeod Panayiota Blassis Katharine O’Hagan Kiya Campbell-Cowan Imogen Williams Jacqueline Gill Glen Eira Ellamay Sonza Laura Martin Bridget Tatter Regnet Christus Trophy Hartzer Faye Valladares accepted the trophy on behalf of her House.

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Year 10 Consistent Application to Studies Academic Achievement Academic Excellence Aisling Atkins Lauren Earls Diana Vagas (9 subjects) Jasmine Coulson Serena Hart Madeline Crockett (9 subjects) Isabella Hum Jade Jones Kathleen O’Leary Chloe Lee Regnet Christus Georgia Shepherd-Petrocco Zoe Moran Isabella Hum Fabiola Narcis Maddison Muller Defence Fabiola Narcis Olivia May Kathleen O’Leary Glen Eira Principal’s Award Olivia Waterstone Georgia Sheppard Montana Alvis Zoe Levey Foundation VCAL Billie Milner Outstanding Sportsgirl of the Year Amy Taylor Olivia May Olivia Waterstone Year 11 Consistent Application to Studies Academic Achievement Academic Excellence Cara De Fazio Emma Brierty Felicia Didulo (5 subjects) Katelyn Fitchett Rachael Galea Maria Farag (6 subjects) Casey Hart Amanda Jambu Olivia McPherson Divya Patel Intermediate VCAL Julia Nitsios Doris Tran Casey Hart Jessica Thatcher Regnet Christus Most Improved Intermediate VCAL Jasmine Duncan Amy Klimek Darcy Hall Molly Stackpole Glen Eira Principal’s Award Rochelle Theophilus Katelyn Fitchett Alexandra Christodoulou Doris Tran

Year 12 Caltex College Vice Captain Defence Faye Valladares Faye Valladares Rebecca Nielsen Glen Eira Josie Gleeson Cultural Jules Chevalier Taylor Barone Hannah Peters Rebecca Nielsen Karen Park Memorial Lorraine Francis Award Marie Louise Hartzer Kate Tranter Ruby Harkness Charlotte Deam Pierre de Coubertin Regnet Christus Sr Mary Fyfe Memorial Leadership Isabel Quintal Tahli Eskola Rebecca Nielsen

Ruby Harkness Georgie Sturt Most Improved Senior VCAL Amanda Tapai Claudia Strong Kaitlyn White Senior VCAL and Applied Learning Mikaela Hum

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OLSH Pillar Awards We are Heart people who reverence relationships - this student is compassionate, forgiving and grateful. Danielle Russell Year 7 Leah Francis Year 8 Laura Martin Issoudun Willow Ofosu-Amaah Year 10 Julia Nitsios Year 11 We are Heart people who pursue excellence – this student strives for her personal best. Aimee Grella Year 7 Laura Campbell & Faith Harper Year 8 Gemma Chim Issoudun Diana Vagas Year 10 Divya Patel Year 11 We are Heart People who touch the Hearts of others – this student exemplifies this pillar by her generosity of spirit in reaching out to others. Maria Blassis Year 7 Isabelle Howard Year 8 Isobel Cooper Issoudun Bethany Paturzo Year 10 Genevieve Gallucci Year 11 We are Heart People who are faith filled – this student brings the love of God to others. She is positive, reflective and helps others find meaning in their lives. Maxine Viado Year 7 Olivia Jonasz Year 8 Hannah Gardiner Issoudun Fabiola Narcis Year 10 Tahira Tannen Year 11

We are Heart people who reverence relationships – this student helps to build and support our community by her welcoming spirit. Olivia May Year 7 Emani Bingham Year 8 Lauren Caltabiano Issoudun Lucille Gardner O’Brien Year 10 Matina Kiriakos Year 11

Student Leadership Team 2016

Year 12 Year 11 Year 10 Feebie Andrinopoulos Lucy Bartholomeusz Micaela Harvie Charlotte Deam Jasmine Duncan Hannah Layzell Ruby Harkness Maria Farag Olivia May Mikaela Hum Katelyn Fitchett Maddison Muller Elaine Liu Genevieve Gallucci Kathleen O’Leary Rebecca Nielsen Kelsey Higgins Isabel Quintal Piwai Kahonde Tara Rohan Lisa Kirui Georgie Sturt Holly O’Neill Kate Tranter Bethany Supple Faye Valladares Alecia Wong

Issoudun Year 8 Year 7 Alexia De Fazio Jada Daly Monique IIott

Olivia Lamb Hannah Dingli Emma Kavanagh Shae Rohan Tadiwanashe Kahonde Taylah Mackie

Irene Tsakonas Molly May Olivia May Ella Stutterd Anna O’Meara

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Regnet Christus Sports Awards Night 2016

Last Thursday a great celebration of the talent, teamwork, dedication and good sportsmanship of OLSH students was held. Students from Years 7 – 12 received their certificates, OLSH drink bottles, and photos from competitions throughout 2016. Those who had been received Best Athlete Awards or Coach’s Awards received their medals in the presence of proud family members, coaches and their team mates. All enjoyed the delicious food created by Ms Meredith Brown’s Catering team, Ms Fran Burgess, Ms Weinberg and Year 10 sport students.

Ms Tal Karp, ex-Matilda’s soccer player who is now a lawyer, engaged the audience with her personal story of a seven year old girl’s dream of playing in a Soccer World Cup to where she is today. Her strong messages about equality for women in sport, and striving to do your best in all areas of life were inspirational.

Sports Captain, Bethany Supple did an excellent job as MC for the night, and was complemented by Julia Daye’s entertaining interviews, Famous Faces, and Lucky Door prize giveaways.

Congratulations to the winners of the major awards:

Senior Sports Champion: Bethany Supple Intermediate Sports Champion: Micaela Harvie Junior Sports Champion: Evelyn Lama and Jada Daly

Congratulations also to Mr Phil Carmody who was awarded Coach of the Year for his consistent, patient work in developing the skills and strategies of the OLSH Volleyball teams.

Thanks to all coaches who have contributed their time, energy and expertise to Sport throughout the year: Mr Nick Wanless, Mrs Robyn Rayment, Mr Philip Carmody, Mrs Cheryl Bullen, Ms Chris West, Mr Howard Liston, Ms Eliza Weinberg, Mr Josh Debrecini, Mrs Beth Fennessy, Mrs Jyotika Singh, Ms Lauren Stent, Mrs Sarah Logan, Ms Antonella La Greca, Mrs Jenny Fries, Mrs Maureen Malone, Ms Megan Supple, Ms Alana King, Ms Jessica Finlay, Ms Carly Murphy, Ms Charlotte Brooking, Mr Vincent McKeon-West, Ms Madeleine Scherri, Mr Sean Lynch, Ms Karen Gorman, Mr David Gorman, and Mr Jarrod Kangisser.

Mrs Annemarie Petering and Mrs Bronwyn Verrell Sports Coordinators

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Kiribati Immersion Wow Moments!

Seeing and experiencing the living conditions that the people of Kiribati endure yet they never complained and were always positive. I don't think I met one person who didn't have a smile on their face, as well as how excited they were for us to participate in their culture and their school activities. They were constantly welcoming and generous and always laughing. It's impacted me and my daily life to see the positive in every situation and to second guess things that I think I "need". After seeing all the little kids so happy without any material things my outlook has changed on what I think is important and what isn't. It's also shown me how little I knew about the difficulties of other people and I believe I'm more empathetic now than I was, as well as being cautious over things that can affect climate change and has brought my attention to that global issue more. Deni Baxas

Seeing how a community can be so welcoming and kind to people that they have never met. This experience has made me rethink many of my actions since I have been home. Seeing how little resources some classes had showed me how much we often take for granted and has taught me a lot. Maddi Muller

I have two WOW moments in particular • The Cultural Day – every person – student and teacher was so involved. They felt

proud to be dancing or singing or running the races or competing in basket weaving. The atmosphere was amazing, especially at night when the dancing and singing took place. It is a memory I will always remember with joy.

• Climate Action Change Day – we planted mangroves. When we were out in the mangroves planting the shoots, I thought, WOW, we are actually doing something to not only help the people living in Kiribati but we are doing something positive for our planet Earth. This is not just talk – this is action!

Being in Kiribati and feeling the warmth of the OLSH family (the sisters) has reminded me that OLSH is bigger than Bentleigh. When we are spoken to about our OLSH Links it makes sense now. I understand it because I have experienced it. My promise I have brought back is to take more action in helping to create a sustainable living Earth. We must be more careful in how we treat our planet. We should not create so much rubbish, we must reduce waste, re-use items and re-cycle whenever possible. We must cut down on energy use and the greenhouse gases we are putting into the air. Actions of the bigger countries – like ourselves in Australia – have an impact all over the world. Small countries like Kiribati suffer. Amorise Byers

Sr Megan Donohue fdnsc Assistant Principal Faith and Mission

Faith & Mission

We remember

We pray for the repose of the souls of:

Sergio Bertolini, Grandfather of Chiara Bertolini, Year 7

Fr Chris Reay, Uncle of Staff Member Chris Cahill and Brother of Sue Edge (past OLSH Staff)

May Our Lady of the Sacred Heart hold them gently in her care and may their souls rest in peace.

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, pray for us

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Remembrance Day

OLSH College Issoudun students paid their respects on Remembrance Day last Friday, 11 November at the Bentleigh RSL.

Lest we forget.

OLSH College at St Peter’s Fete St Peter’s East Bentleigh held their annual fete on Saturday 12 November and despite some early concerns about the weather the day turned out to be fine. It was a wonderful community day and OLSH College Bentleigh was proudly represented with an information booth and by the many talented Our Lady of the Sacred Heart student performers who took to the stage. There were performances from OLSH College dance troupes, choirs, instrumentalists and the hugely popular group ‘White Noise’. The audience were soon tapping along and they showed their appreciation with some very loud and long applause. The OLSH information marquee was very busy throughout the day and parents and Student Ambassadors shared their thoughts about what makes and OLSH College education so special. Even parents of very young girls in prams stopped to chat and find out more. Thank you to the organisers of the event from St Peter’s for allowing OLSH College to be part of such a special event and also to the OLSH performers, Student Ambassadors and parents who supported the College by being there on the day.

Mrs Annie Opray Development Manager

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ACER Language Results Congratulations

This year in August, with 10 camp, Issoudun students returning from Hartzer and many other school activities, the Language students in these two levels took on the challenge of participating in the ACER language testing online. This was a good opportunity for the students to test their skills and gather feedback from a source of work not designed and set by the classroom teacher. It was the first time these tests were run online and, whilst this was not without some minor glitches, the process went quite smoothly. Students completed both the reading and listening components of the tests in both Chinese and Italian. All students are acknowledged for the effective participation, but the following students are congratulated on achieving outstanding results for both reading and listening.

Certificate 1 Italian Certificate 1 Chinese Certificate 2 Italian Certificate 2 Chinese Panayiota Blassis Taylah Gee Porsha Bossy Montana Alvis Imogen Browne Tamira Nandan Mirella Cincotta Orla Brooks

Valentina Castillo Arias Samantha Menezes

Lauryn Schellebeck Alvi Saji Angela Velluto

Fabiola Narcis Diana Vagas

Katharine O’Hagan Sarah Ziada

Ms Carolyn Graffeo Head of Department - Languages

Issoudun Evening Last Thursday night the Issoudun students and their parents celebrated the Issoudun achievements with a night that showcased the highlights of the year and celebrated Je Suis, which was run for the first time. Students gave presentations on our theme “Je Suis: My Past, My Present and My Future”, with a rap, dance routine, cheerleading and a short movie creating a fantastic buzz in the theatrette. Awards were given out to celebrate students who displayed leadership qualities during the Hartzer and Je Suis blocks:

Je Suis: Panayiota Blassis, Renee White Hartzer: Molly Rosenberger, Chelsey Nasreddan

The students have spent many weeks filming presentations, practicing dance/cheerleading routines, creating computation thinking puzzles, decorating the MPR and Theatrette and creating the menu for the night and cooking on Thursday.

Mrs Michelle Moore Academic Staff

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Sports News SESG Junior Tennis Premiers!

Last Wednesday afternoon the Junior SESG Tennis team excelled on the OLSH courts and defeated a competitive team from Sacred Heart Girls College in the Grand Final. Congratulations to:

Evelyn Lama, Sonia Pujar, Emma Davidson, Abbey Snell, Ruby Looker, Isabelle Howard, Laura Campbell, Marissa Flaounas, Stephanie Ryan, Amy Hamilton, Sharon Shaji, Emma Saliba, Jessica McKiggan and Elle Tsitouridis

Hope to see you all at Racquet Club and tennis trials in Term 1 next year!

OLSH Netball 2016 Congratulations to all students who represented OLSH so well at:

• VNA All Schools Championships at Waverley Netball Centre on Monday 8 August.

• SCSA Tournament at Waverley Netball Centre on Wednesday 7 September.

• SESG after school competition at Oakleigh Recreation Centre on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons throughout Term 3.

Ms Annemarie Petering Sports Coordinator

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SESG Intermediate B Team

SCSA Senior A Team

SESG Intermediate A Team

SESG Junior C Team

SCSA Senior B Team

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Performing Arts News

Singing Soiree Congratulations to all students involved in A Night with the Students of Voice evening held on the Tuesday 15 November. The evening celebrated the hard work of our vocal students who have been studying Voice throughout 2016. We were treated to an array of repertoire that the girls have been working on this year. Joining the evening as a special Alumnae guest was Chelsea Adams (Class of 2014), who was able to encourage all the girls and give valuable insight into the world of Performing Arts once out of the College. I would like to encourage all students as they continue the learning journey and wish them all the best in their vocal pursuits in the future. Furthermore, I would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our Vocal teacher Mrs Melanie Adams as well as the accompanist for the evening Ms Pam Christie.

Mr Joshua Debreceni Performing Arts Coordinator

House Swimming Carnival Compulsory School Event

Friday 25 November Carnegie Swim Centre

Moira Avenue, Carnegie

9.00am – 2.30pm

Swimming, Diving, Beach Volleyball, Bocce, Novelty races, Water Aerobics

Please wear Sports uniform with House colour T shirt.

Bring bathers, goggles, towel, sunscreen, cap and lunch.

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Dates for your Diary Monday 21 November Reporting Writing Day No students required Tuesday 22 November Year 11 RYDA (Driver Education) Excursion Wednesday 23 November Open Morning 9.15am Visual Arts Exhibition Opening Night Theatrette 6.00pm Class of 2015 Reunion 4.30pm Thursday 24 November Christmas Concert 7.30pm

Visual Arts Exhibition 3.30pm – 5.30pm Friday 25 November Swimming Carnival 9.00am Carnegie Pool Compulsory College Event Saturday 26 November Great Vic Bike Ride commences

Tuesday 29 November Year 8 City Experience Hartzer Issoudun 2017 Information Evening 7.30pm Theatrette Wednesday 20 November Year 8 City Experience Thursday 1 December Advent Liturgy All welcome 9.00am

Last Day for students Year 7 to 11

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Tuesday 31 January Unit 3 and 4 classes begin Wednesday 1 February Year 7, 11 and 12 students commence Thursday 2 February Year 8, Issoudun and 10 students return Friday 3 February Opening School Mass 9.00am

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