Vol. 48 No. 4 20 March 2014

Every year Lent calls us to give up something in order to better ourselves and to help people who are less fortunate around us. Marist Asia Pacific Solidarity (MAPS) is the College’s annual Lenten appeal. MAPS is an Australia wide organization where Marist communities donate money to help fellow, less fortunate Marist communities in the Asia Pacific region. By using seed funding, a system that the MAPS organization uses as an incentive for large companies and corporations abroad to double, triple or even seven fold the money raised here in Australia, every dollar we raise, could potentially be turned into as much as seven dollars.

This year, the College will be donating to a Marist community in Palin, a small rural town in Cambodia. The funds raised will be going towards providing basic medical care for the people of Palin. MAPS is a great advocate for showcasing the Saints spirit and ability to reach out and help those people in neighbouring countries. It is important to realize that these places are only a couple of hours flight away from Cairns, yet worlds away with the different living conditions. We, as a College, have set a goal to raise a total of $10,000 and donate at least $20 per student for MAPS. In previous years we have come close to breaking the $10,000 mark. With one and a half weeks to go in our five-week campaign we have raised $8,000. I strongly encourage you all to dig deep and donate in the closing stages of our MAPS Appeal for 2014. Steven England - College Service Captain

Special Achievements - Page 2Teaching & Learning Review - Page 2Principal - Page 3Parents in Touch - Page 4Deputy Principal - Page 5Flt Lt David Savina - Page 5Growing Good Men - Page 6Arts Department - Page 7Japanese Studies - Page 7Counsellor - Page 7Media Release - Page 8Boarding News - Page 9Senior Pathways - Page 10, 11Saints Sport - Page 12

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SAINTS GENEROSITY SHINING THROUGH

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Special achievementS

Teaching and Learning review

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTSCongratulations to all these boys on their Special Achievements. Well done!

Simon BevanYear 10

Selected in the Northern Pride Rugby League

Development Team

Brandon HuttonYear 8

Silver Medalist in U15 Years Sprint Final at the Qld Junior Track Cycling

Championships

Thursday 20 March - Year 8 Parent/Teacher/Student Meetings 3.00-7.30pm in Lennon Hall

Friday 28 March - Year 7 & 8 2015 Applications Close

Friday 28 March - Remar Camp until 29 March

Monday 31 March - Easter Liturgy 8.45am Lennon Hall

Wednesday 2 April - Interhouse Cross Country

Thursday 3 April - Classes Finish Term 1

Friday 4 April - Performing Arts Camp to 6 April

Wednesday 23 April - Classes resume Term 2

CoLLEgE CALENdAr

Dear Brother Joa

On January 23rd

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David Hutton9.3 and Brandon Hutton 8.3 travelled to Brisbane

to compete in the Queensland Junior Track Cycling Championships.

Brandon rode strongly to win a silver medal in the State under15 Sprint Final. He

also rode well in his other events recording Personal best.

David also rode well in theUnder17 events bettering his personal best but was unable

to medal in his events.

If you need anymore details please call Greg Hutton on ph 0403536191. Photo of

Brandon attached.

Kind Regards

Greg Hutton

Teaching and Learning review

It has been an exciting week here at Saints as we welcomed Br David Hall (Chair), Mr Shane Hogan and Mrs Sally Flynn to the College to conduct the Teaching and Learning Review that I mentioned in a recent email to you. Br David stated the reason for this review so clearly when he said:

It might seem a bit odd, even superfluous, to be reviewing teaching and learning at a College where things are going well and results are and have been solid for a long time. Educational practice and research is informing us that even the best of schools need to be reviewed - periodically and thoroughly.

It is in this spirit that we are asking our colleagues from other educational contexts and experience to look at where we are with regard to teaching and learning and provide us with valuable professional feedback as we determine our future directions. It is an ideal time to be doing this as we enter a new era in the history of the College as we plan for the arrival of the Year 7’s in 2015 and the next phase of the Australian Curriculum. This is coupled with the revitalising and expansion of our buildings and infrastructure. I will keep you informed as we determine these strategic directions for our teaching and learning at Saints. Br Darren

Nathan TraillYear 12

Selected in the Northern Pride Rugby League

Development Team

Benjamin JosephYear 11

Selected in the Northern Pride Rugby League

Development Team

Nicholas Van BaelYear 10

Member of the U16 Stingers Basketball Team

crowned North Qld Champions

Bryce ChapmanYear 9

Member of the U16 Stingers Basketball Team

crowned North Qld Champions

Brayden StanleyYear 9

Member of the U16 Stingers Basketball Team

crowned North Qld Champions

Liam DentYear 9

Member of the U16 Stingers Basketball Team

crowned North Qld Champions

Jack BowesYear 11

Awarded the Dave Andrews Memorial Trophy

for Most Outstanding Peninsula Secondary

School Sports person for 2013

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Lent is a time set aside in the Church year for our personal reflection, a chance to take stock of our lives. In doing so, we can adequately prepare ourselves for the joy of Easter which is in several weeks time. We can so often overlook how deeply challenging this period is intended to be. It’s not just a time to give up something like chocolate. It is meant to be a far deeper examination of ourselves.

It is a time for conversion. The Greek word which captures this best is ‘metanoia’, meaning a ‘change of heart’. So, this is a time to look deeply into our hearts and make the changes in our lives which are consistent with what is really within us; our deepest and best self. It is a time to re-focus on our best selves, who we think we really can be. However, it is not some new age self-improvement program. It is intended to be a spiritual time; a time to listen to what is within us.

Parker J Palmer in his book Let your Life Speak says,

“Before you tell your life what you intend to do with it, listen for what it intends to do with you. Before you tell your life what truths and values you have decided to live up to, let your life tell you what truths you embody, what values you represent.”

Palmer is telling us to listen to ourselves. There is something bigger than us and we can only fully understand our reality, who we are and what we should do with our lives if we listen and pay attention to our experience. This is not a superficial activity but one that requires us to take a look inside ourselves. It requires us to stop for a minute or two in our busy lives to absorb and make sense of what is going on. It poses the question, ‘what is life inviting us to at this point in time?’

This stance to life necessitates openness to wherever life might take us. We can easily fool ourselves and think we actually control everything. How can this be true when you think about it? We only have to stop to think about some of the biggest and most valued things in our lives. I bet we didn’t have complete control of these situations! The best things are most probably those things that have entered our lives in ways that we wouldn’t have expected; those delightful surprises. I’m sure husbands

and wives only have to think of their ‘beloved partner’ to come to this. Parents need only think of the precious gift of your child. You know you don’t control them – they have hearts and minds of their own. We know in our hearts we don’t control everything, so let’s be open to where it wants to take us.

Lent invites us to get reality back in perspective. That is, to see what’s what! In doing so, it challenges us to remember that we are a small part of a bigger whole. In checking out our inner compass, we may also see the impact we have on others. In reflecting on our lives at this deeper level we will always be drawn to reflect on our relationships with others and God. We are relational people – it is in our DNA. And it is when we know we are loved that we are most at home with ourselves.

As we bring our real selves into sharp focus, we are compelled toward others and a broader perspective of life. It will challenge us to reflect on the important people in our lives and also to consider those people outside our normal circle. We are asked to have a heart for those who are struggling and to be compassionate to those who are lonely and poor in some way. These people may be closer by than we realise……

So, the challenge for each of us is to take stock of our lives and to make changes that will last beyond Lent into the rest of our lives. This will bring us greater integrity, freedom and joy.

I believe deeply that we are accompanied in this by a God who loves us unconditionally. This God wants to see the best for us and God will be there prompting us through our experiences. There were moments in Jesus’ life when he realised he was dear to God, deeply loved by God. I really hope this is our experience too.

With best wishes,

Br Darren Burge FMSPrincipal

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“INTERNET SAFETY & CYBER BULLYING”  

MONDAY 28 APRIL 2014 Dear Parents and Friends  

You  are  invited  to  our  special  Parents  in  Touch  evening  presented  by  Brett  Lee  of  INESS Australia Pty Ltd (Internet Education and Safety Services).  Brett Lee worked as a Queensland Police  Officer  for  22  years,  16  of  those  as  a  detective  predominantly  in  the  field  of  Child Exploitation.    In  his  last  five  years  of  service,  he was  a  specialist  in  the  field  of  undercover internet  child  exploitation  investigations.   Brett  has  been  personally  involved  in  the  online investigation,  arrest  and  prosecution  of  numerous  offenders, whose medium  for  preying on others is the internet.  In his investigative role he spent thousands of hours assuming fictitious online identities to locate and remove criminals from the cyber environment.    

Date:  Monday 28 April 2014 

Time:      7.30pm start 

Venue:      Lennon Hall 

Cost:      $10.00 per person 

RSVP:    By Wednesday 23 April to Reception PLEASE NOTE:  THIS EVENT IS FOR PARENTS ONLY  

We are bringing Brett Lee from Brisbane for this event, so I look forward to a large turnout of parents and friends.  I know parents will enjoy his presentation and look forward to you joining us on the night. 

 Br Darren Burge FMS Principal   

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Deputy principal - pastoral care

enroLMenTS for YearS 7 & 8 in 2015 A reminder to all parents intending to enrol their son in either Year 7 or Year 8, 2015. Interviews are currently taking place. If you would like your son to attend St Augustine’s in 2015 and have not already lodged an enrolment application, please complete an enrolment form as soon as possible, ensuring you include all the required documentation listed at the back of the enrolment form. Once we have received all the required paperwork we will contact you to arrange a time for an enrolment interview.

Applications close Friday 28th March. All letters offering enrolment will be sent out in Week 4 Term 2.

deveLopMenT of The whoLe perSon

St Augustine’s has an enviable academic, cultural and sporting reputation and rightly so. However, a lot of time and energy is also spent on developing the social, emotional and spiritual life of the young men of Saints. An extensive and cohesive Pastoral Care program is run across the year levels. This program includes the big ticket items such as retreats and camps, as well as guest speakers and various age specific sessions. The boys are also encouraged to be active in the service of others. Another important aspect is the liturgical life of the College. Our whole College Masses are celebrated with great enthusiasm. Parents are most welcome to attend these occasions. Please keep an eye open for invitations posted in College newsletters.

finiShing The TerM weLL

Please discuss with your son the importance of working hard though to the end of the term. All year levels will have assessments that are due over the next couple of weeks. It is also important that grooming and uniforms are attended to. The boys are to be reminded to have a haircut prior to returning for Term 2.

afTer SchooL SuperviSion for daY STudenTS

Please note that the College offers supervision in the Gildas centre until 4:45pm Monday – Thursday, as well as on Scott and Draper Streets until 3:45pm. If your son must remain at

the College after school then please ensure that they are in the areas where supervision is provided. The College cannot provide supervision and care outside of these times and places.

SociaL Media and reSponSibLe behaviour

Last year the Queensland Police met with each year level to present to students the need to act responsibly when using social media in all its forms. This year the College has invited Mr Brett Lee to speak to all year levels about their rights and responsibilities in the cyberworld. Brett Lee is the creator of INESS – Internet Education & Safety Services. Their mission is to equip and educate young Australians with the skills and knowledge to enable them to use the internet safely whilst making them aware of their rights and responsibilities in the cyberworld.I strongly recommend that all parents regularly chat to their sons about their use of social media. It is important that they know your stance on matters relating to posting information about themselves or others on social media. There can be very harsh and far reaching ramifications of abusing social media. As a College we will follow up on any inappropriate behaviour in relation to social media that is brought to our attention and deal with it in line with our legal obligations and the College’s discipline policy.David Harris - Deputy Principal (Pastoral)

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FLT LT David Savina in front of the Canberra Bomber at No 2 Squadron.

fLighT LieuTenanT david SavinaAfter Year 12 in 1998 David started a science degree at JCU in Cairns before going to ADFA (Aust Defence Force Academy) in Canberra in 2000. He was a third generation “Saints Boy”.Flight Lieutenant David Savina, earned the Conspicuous Service Medal (CSM) working as an instructor at RAAF Base Williamtown’s Surveillance and Control Training Unit (SACTU). FLT LT Savina’s recognition involved his work with SACTU from period 2008-10. He showed exceptional drive, innovation and dedication to deliver a simulation capability that is able to replicate the complexity and dynamism of the air combat environment to an unprecedented level.As a child in Cairns, David had dreamed of becoming a pilot but when he was told his eyesight would be a hindrance he decided on a career as a fighter controller, now known as air battle management.After graduation from ADFA in 2002 he learnt his trade at Williamtown, Darwin and Tindal. The 32-year-old father of one from Medowie also served three deployments to Afghanistan in Kandahar.“The postings were a great experience and allowed me to put my years of training in practice and do my job operationally,” he said.Currently he is working with the Wedgetail at RAAF Williamtown’s No 2 Squadron.Another Saints boy done good!!

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The weekend is open to boys in Years 9 & 10 and their fathers (or other significant male role model >18y.o.)

Growing Good Men is a unique opportunity for dads and their teenage sons to embark on a quest of discovery. A son’s relationship with his father can be a powerful guiding force as he wrestles with the questions of what kind of man he is becoming. The most important ingredient in this relationship is time. Take time together to get reconnected in an environment that fosters honesty, mutual respect and a hunger for more out of life.

‘Growing Good Men’ is a weekend for dads and their teenage sons

(Yr 9 & 10)

ENQUIRIES David Harris

(Deputy Principal) dharris@sac.qld.edu.au

Weekend 30th May

to 1st June, 2014

The weekend is facilitated by menALIVE www.menalive.org.au

and hosted by St Augustine’s College, CAIRNS

GROWING GOOD MEN WEEKEND

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Arts DepArtment

Japanese Department

Year 10 JapaneSe excurSion

Recently, my fellow Year 10 Japanese students and I went on an excursion to the local Japanese restaurant, Ocha Cha. The restaurant was very cultural and gave us a slice of traditional Japan. We were able to choose any dish of our choice and a drink. For me the Japanese style hamburger (wafuu hambagu) was the obvious choice for me although I expected it to be a waffle burger. The hamburger was delicious and I wanted more but we had to go to our next destination, JTB (Japan Tourist Bureau).

Our class of eight including Miss Yamaguchi introduced ourselves to the manager of the office and he talked to us about popular tourist attractions in Cairns. My peers insisted that I hop into the Scuba-Doo (personal submarine). It was slightly claustrophobic but would be a great experience. I learnt that Japanese culture is very different but interesting.

Jack GloverYear 10 Japanese Student

Performing Arts Camp: A reminder that forms with $70 payment for the Performing Arts camp on April 4 to 6 is due by March 28. We have been able to secure the services of specialist musicians from the Cairns district who will work with groups in workshops and rehearsals over the course of the camp along with Saints Arts staff. The camp provides opportunity for in depth rehearsal and teaching of techniques for members of all groups and developing the College Play “Boy Overboard.”

Potential Brisbane Tour: Arts staff are currently assessing the viability of a music/drama tour in Term 3 or 4 to Brisbane for the Big Band, String Orchestra and selected drama students. A four day tour would cost approximately $650 per student. A letter will be sent home that will require a response as to whether students are able to commit to such a tour.

Drama: Theatre Residency Week is a drama immersion camp held in the September school holidays of each year. Students in Years 9 – 12 embark on a week of intensive skills development workshops, view live performances, network with leading artists and work with over one hundred like-minded young people. The residency has been running for over 40 years and has been attended by some of Australia’s theatre greats such as Geoffrey Rush, Deborah Mailman, and QTC’s Artistic Director Wesley Enoch. Scholarships are available and places are strictly limited. Theatre Residency Week 2014 will run from Sunday 28th September through to Saturday 4th October. The cost of the week is $715.00. Bookings for Theatre Residency Week 2014 will open in late March. To express your interest or to be placed on the TRW 2014 E-Group please contact Claire Christian, Youth Program Coordinator on cchristian@queenslandtheatre.com.au or (07) 3010 7606.

LeT’S Laugh!We all know that laughter is good for your physical and mental health, but maybe we forget to remember this!

Laughter is good for you! It:

• Loosens up the mental gears and helps us to think more creatively• Reduces our stress levels• Relaxes us, as it lowers heart rate and blood pressure• Connects us with others (“laughter is the shortest distance between two people”)• Releases endorphins, the brain’s natural painkillers• Helps us to be open to change

Young children laugh about 300 times a day, however adults average about 20 times a day. Maybe it is time to laugh a bit more.Ms Jenny Jensen - Counsellor

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Counsellor available Mondays & TuesdaysPhone: 4052 9135

Email: counsellor@sac.qld.edu.au

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MEDIA RELEASE 10 March 2014

New opportunities for Catholic secondary school middle leaders A renewed emphasis on Catholic secondary school middle leadership in Cairns will result in more than 150 school leadership positions being advertised in coming weeks.

Under an industrial award restructure the existing system of Positions of Added Responsibility (PARs) in Catholic secondary schools will be replaced by a new Middle Leadership structure.

Announcing the move, Cairns Catholic Education Services Executive Director, Br Paul Hough, said the existing PAR system was established in 1992 and largely reflected a focus on tasks and administration.

“PARs served us well but it is now time to reflect the growing importance of middle leadership in schools particularly the role these leaders play in managing and leading staff,” he said.

“We see middle leadership as an area where our secondary schools can really shine through the energy, skills and commitment of these key staff members. And in time they will be the school principals of the future.”

Br Paul acknowledged this would be the start of an uncertain period for many school staff currently employed as PARs, whom he encouraged to apply for the new positions.

“All people who are not successful in reapplying for their position are guaranteed employment within their school. Most particularly with Year 7 joining the secondary schools next year there will be additional staff required so while some people may not get their position of responsibility, they’re certainly guaranteed a position within the school.

“Within the diocese, once we have appointed the people in these roles to commence in 2015, we’ll offer training and support to them in the second half of this year so that they are better equipped to lead from 2015 on,” Br Paul said.

“But we also see this as a great opportunity for others considering a career in school leadership to apply for the new roles. They may already be employed at our colleges but they might also currently be anywhere in Australia and looking for a career and lifestyle change,” he said.

Br Paul has entrusted the task of overseeing the process to Assistant Executive Director Secondary School Development, Shane Hogan.

“This is one the most exciting opportunities in education that has come along in many generations,” Mr Hogan said. “We are moving on from what was appropriate in the 1990s to how we want schools to respond to the challenges of the first half of a new century.”

He said the new Middle Leadership structure and appropriate time release attempted to come to terms with that shifting paradigm – appropriately recognising and elevating the importance of Middle Leaders to school success.

“It’s a move to add to the current role the important skill of leadership, so apart from managing curriculum or being a year Co-ordinator, it’s also managing and offering active leadership to the staff – the teachers who teach curriculum – and the teachers who offer pastoral care to the students.”

Mr Hogan said the timing of the move was most appropriate with all Year 7s across all systems joining secondary schools next year.

“In terms of teaching methods for Year 7, in terms of pastoral care, in terms of an overall school curriculum program which now encompasses students from Year 7 through to Year 12; this is the ideal time to change that leadership structure and the initiatives that are given to curriculum and pastoral care.”

The award change was one that applied only to Catholic schools, he said.

“The unions and the employers two years ago sat down and worked this through together. It is a joint initiative by the union and the Catholic employers of Queensland and very much supported by both.”

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This week a number of the new Boarders at Saints reflected on their experience so far.My first impressions of St Augustine’s boarding was; is it going to be hard or is it going to be easy? At first I thought it was going to be hard to make new friends, but it was quite easy. The challenges that I have had are the assessments and the homework. I thought we would only get a little amount of work but we were getting homework for every class! The things I enjoy about boarding are that I make new friends every day and see them every day. The other thing I enjoy are the outings we go on every week on a Saturday. Cody Patullo - Year 9 (Groote Eylandt)My first impressions of boarding life were positive, knowing that I would be making great friends and staying with them for the years to come during my time at Saints. The other thing I was looking forward to was the experience of leaving home and trying something new. During my time in boarding so far (7 weeks) I have made friends with all of the boarders and have made friends with some of the boarders that are in higher grades. You would think that being new to boarding and making friends with kids older than me would be hard. But it isn’t. The very first thing I noticed was that the kids in the higher grades don’t treat the new kids like outsiders. They treat you like they are your brother which is a truly special value that all Saints boys have. Alex McInnes - Year 8 (Weipa)Living in the residence is quite an experience for everybody. When I first came to boarding my impression was that it was going to be a tough year filled with study, homework and doing extra work, but it turns out it isn’t. We do activities and have time to do our own thing as well as our study. In study at night we have to sit and do our work but we have staff and supervisors to help get it done. The thing that I found most challenging in boarding was settling into the routines of boarding life. Starting in boarding, the thing I enjoyed most was getting to know the people from different places who you now know and live with. Jimmy Samarua - Year 8 (Groote Eylandt)I thought it would be really cool to come to boarding school and I really loved the first week and found everyone very nice. Since then I have got used to it. Having different sleeping times I find challenging and at school some things are done differently to how I am used to doing them. I love the company of the other girls and meeting so many new nice people and making new friends. I am sure that the sooner you accept the boarding school way of life, the more enjoyable it is. Emma Smith - Year 8 (Bloomfield)The first day I came to Saints, I’ll be honest, was probably the most nervous I have ever been, but everyone was so welcoming and after the first day Saints really started to feel like home. There were and still are some challenges to overcome; being away from home for a week then only going home for two days and not being able to see my dad, brothers and sisters every day. I really am enjoying being part of this school community and meeting people I wouldn’t have met otherwise. Simon Bevan - Year 10 (Ravenshoe)It has been a great start to boarding in 2014 with our new boarders adapting to their new lifestyle. The more experienced boarders as always have welcomed and taken under their wing those new to the Saints boarding community. We are very fortunate to have such positive people involved with life at Saints. Students and staff alike!

Bernard Burgess - Head of Boarding

Cody Patullo (Alyangula) – Studying in the Gildas Centre

Emma Smith (Bloomfield) and Maggie Bua (Pormpuraaw) – Breakfast at Tolle’s

Simon Bevan (Ravenshoe)

Isaiah Bowen (Mareeba), Alex McInnes (Weipa) and Jimmy Samarua (Alyangula)

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Senior Pathways & Careers

17 – 18 JULY 2014 FNQ ENGINEERING LINK PROJECT students work directly with practicing engineers! Year 11 and 12 students are fully immersed in two days of engineering, mathematics and science. Students put into practice what they learn in the classroom and see how they can use their knowledge and skills in an exciting and fulfilling career.

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It’s easy to waste time worrying about exams - even when they’re still months away! But there’s a great deal you can do to help yourself prepare thoroughly and perform well.

Revision strategies:Think carefully about effective ways to revise. Make a timetable for your revision and keep to your plan! Listen closely in class, take notes and then rewrite them as soon as you can. A good way to practise using language is to revise with another student. Try several different approaches to find out which ways work best for you.

Tips:• Be familiar with your subject outlines, and the sections

of the subject that will be examined. This will help you focus your revision.

• Go through your class notes and notes from your text books or class handouts. Three waves of revision are often needed:

1. From full text of notes (full paragraphs).

2. Single lines which contain key ideas.

3. Dot points, which could be taken to the exam if it is open book.

• Ideally, you should start this at the beginning of the subject, making one-page summaries of lectures plus notes from your own reading. Make sure all your notes are up to date.

• Set yourself possible questions and see if you can write sample answers, within a time limit. Find exam papers from previous years (not too old, check if the format

has changed) and try to answer questions, under a time limit, from these as practice.

• Use these practice exam sessions to practise writing for a longer period by hand, and writing legibly. Practise writing on every second line, so that if you have to make corrections, you can do them legibly on the line above.

• Check what the teacher requires with respect to quotes and citations. If she/he requires you to be able to attribute data, ideas, concepts, approaches to specific authors in the exam, then when you prepare your sample questions, note the most important writers in the field, so that you can remember them later.

• Organise a study group with other students doing the subject. Prepare possible questions, answer them, swap and discuss them.

• Anticipate how to reduce exam anxiety.

• Identify additional resources. Can you take a dictionary in the exam room?

Numerous websites offer informative study and time management advice. A particularly good one is Study Vibe: studyvibe.com.au

work experience and whiTecard Training

A quick reminder, Work Experience Agreement forms are now due in. If you are planning to work on a construction site you will need a White Card. Blue Dog Training offer an online course for $40. The College will be offering ‘in person’ training at the start of Term 2.

Mrs Narelle Hunt - Senior Studies Coordinator

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Senior Pathways & Careers

Tax fiLe nuMber appLicaTion for SecondarY

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Any student wishing to apply for a Tax File Number should obtain an application form either see Mr Jones in the D Block Staffroom or the College office.

Students will then need to complete the form correctly with the required details and return it to Mr Jones by Friday 21 March, 2014.

The UMAT test is used specifically to assist with the selection of Year 12 students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs at undergraduate level at the universities listed below:

NSW

• The University of New South Wales• The University of Newcastle/

University of New England• University of Western Sydney

QLD

• Bond University• The University of Queensland

Please note JCU does not require a UMAT result, however, an online application is required (and an interview). Application forms are available on the JCU website and also on the QTAC application course information pageNT

• Charles Darwin University

SA

• Flinders University• The University of Adelaide

TAS

• University of TasmaniaVIC

• La Trobe University• Monash University

WA

• The University of Western Australia

New Zealand

• University of Auckland

• University of Otago

Year 12 students interested in sitting the UMAT test need to register through the UMAT website http://umat.acer.edu.au by 6th June, 2014.

WE WANT YOU

Saints Soccer Club WANTED: 15 and 16 year old boys and girls to play in our under 16 age group. It’s still not too late to register.

Saints “Safe, family friendly and inclusive” For more information phone 0423 661 973 or visit www.saintssoccercairns.com.au

SaintS SportSAINTS MAKE A STroNg STArT To CISSA SEASoN

St Augustine's has continued its winning ways from previous years by making a winning start to the 2014 CISSA season. Out of 15 games Saints teams have played so far in the season, the boys have won 11 and have represented the College with distinction in all games. The boys have taken the CISSA title for 10 years straight and will need to continue their early season form if they want to make it 11 years in a row. An overview of the seasons’ results are listed below:

CISSA RESULTS Vs Cairns High Vs Trinity Bay Vs St Andrew’s19th February 5th March 12th March

SPORT Result For Against Result For Against Result For AgainstAussie Rules W 50 0 W 74 20 W 57 7Basketball L 31 60 W 76 26 W 50 44Soccer W 4 1 W 6 0 W 5 0Touch W 11 0 L 1 9 W 13 0Volleyball L 0 2 L 0 2 W 2 0

Well done to the teams and coaches for the year to date and let’s hope the boys can continue their winning ways for the remainder of the season.Mr Matt Walsh

Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 March , 2014Discover the many ways your surf club contributes to your local community. Get down to your local surf club on 29 or 30 March to be part of the 2014 Surf Club Open Day.

What’s OnLocation

Our doors are open2014 Surf Club Open Day

ELLIS BEACH SLSC11:00am to 3:00pm

For more informationTel: 40553695 AH: 0448558890

Lifesaving Demonstrations 11:30amClubhouse Tours 12:30pmMarine Stinger Presentations 1:30pminc Stinger DragFree Sausage Sizzle 11:00am to 3:00pm

Sun

@ Clubhouse Capt Cook H/way

Current 2012 North QLD Branch

FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

Sign on Day Sunday 30th March

10am-2pm Greencaps (5yrs) through to Masters

Cairns Surf Lifesaving Club, Cedar Rd entrance, Palm Cove Free Sausage Sizzle included

Address: 135 Williams Esplanade

Palm Cove Correspondence to:

P.O. Box 80 Palm Cove Qld 4879

Cairns SLSC: 07 4059 1263

Cairns SLSC supporters club: 07 4059 1244

Email: surf.admin@bigpond.com.au

Cairns Surf Lifesaving

Club

Current 2012 North QLD Branch

FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

Sign on Day Sunday 30th March

10am-2pm Greencaps (5yrs) through to Masters

Cairns Surf Lifesaving Club, Cedar Rd entrance, Palm Cove Free Sausage Sizzle included

Address: 135 Williams Esplanade

Palm Cove Correspondence to:

P.O. Box 80 Palm Cove Qld 4879

Cairns SLSC: 07 4059 1263

Cairns SLSC supporters club: 07 4059 1244

Email: surf.admin@bigpond.com.au

Cairns Surf Lifesaving

Club

Current 2012 North QLD Branch

FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

Sign on Day Sunday 30th March

10am-2pm Greencaps (5yrs) through to Masters

Cairns Surf Lifesaving Club, Cedar Rd entrance, Palm Cove Free Sausage Sizzle included

Address: 135 Williams Esplanade

Palm Cove Correspondence to:

P.O. Box 80 Palm Cove Qld 4879

Cairns SLSC: 07 4059 1263

Cairns SLSC supporters club: 07 4059 1244

Email: surf.admin@bigpond.com.au

Cairns Surf Lifesaving

Club