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Friday 28 May:   6.30pm-10.30pm - Mother Daughter Dinner

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Thursday 03 June:  Griffith Boarding Expo;  Friday 04 June - Saturday 05 June:  Wagga Wagga Boarding Expo

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Friday 04; Saturday 05; Sunday 06 June:  Boarders' IN Weekend.

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8, 9, 10 June:  College Production A Little Shakespeare - 7.00pm in the College Hall.  (see article in 'Performing Arts' section of this issue)

Tickets can be purchased via the link HERE . 

Covid-safe practices will be adhered to and all performance are subject to NSW State Health changes and regulations.

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Friday 11 June:  St Vincent's Day

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Saturday 12 June; Sunday 13 June:  Boarding House remains open for the long weekend. 

Saturday 12 June - No Sport.

Monday 14 June:  Queen's Birthday Public Holiday.

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Rescheduled Camps and Retreats:  Further information and details will be communicated in due course.

Year 8 Camp:  15-17 November.

Year 9 Camp:  06-08 October.

Year 10 Camp:  06-08 October.

Year 11 Retreat:  06-08 September.

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Parent Teacher Interviews:  Returning to 'face to face'. 

Further information and details will be communicated as soon as possible.  The format will be 5 minute meeting timeslots scheduled between 3.30pm-7.30pm on the nominated dates:

Monday 07 June:  Year 11

Tuesday 13 July:  Year 8

Monday 19 July:  Year 9

Monday 26 July:  Year 7.

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PLEASE NOTE:  All arrangements for Camps, Retreats and Parent Teacher meetings are subject to amendment in accordance with changing circumstances with the Covid-19 pandemic and NSW Health advice.

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REMINDER:  All students must have a valid OPAL card to travel on buses and trains.

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Canteen reminders and Week Menu for next week are at the end of this issue. 

Students:  You must bring your ID card with you to purchase food/drink.  Also, remember to top up your card with funds at least one hour prior to purchasing.

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Dear Parents and Carers 

As we enjoy each other's company this weekend at events large and small, we are conscious of the lockdown in Victoria affecting so many aspects of life.  Such awareness helps us remember the importance of our continued vigilance around COVID symptoms and our need to maintain common sense practices to keep ourselves and others safe.  For many of our families who have recently had a family member in Victoria, please be extra vigilant and cautious.  Public Health in Victoria and New South Wales are providing updated links to health alerts and exposure sites.

One of the most anticipated events of each year is the Mother/Daughter Dinner, which is scheduled for this evening.  The disappointment of cancelling last year's and postponing this year's dinner will be forgotten tonight once those big dance tunes call forth "our dancing queens".  I look forward to being able to share the night with you after my commitment requiring me to be in Melbourne this weekend has been cancelled!

It has been a big week of celebration and commemoration here at the College.  The College was represented and featured at the Eucharists' held at St Mary's Cathedral, and St Canice's parish at 10.30am on Monday.  These were two contrasting experiences for the students and staff who attended - one a very large Eucharist for 2,000 people in the Cathedral and the other a very intimate Eucharist was in Our Lady's Chapel at St Canice's Parish.  At this small Eucharist, a class of Year 9 students represented all the students past and present who have been educated in the parish schools (many of them generously served by Sisters of Charity).

Sorry Day was definitely not a celebration - as we gathered as a community on Wednesday we were in solemn commemoration mode.  The strong leadership of our First Nations' students was evident, as they told their stories through word, song and ritual.  We are indeed a very fortunate community to be in the daily presence of emerging First Nations Leaders.  These young women have the freedom their mothers and grandmothers did not have, to use their language, tell their stories and acknowledge they are living descendents of the oldest, living culture on earth.

This morning Mothers and those who mother were celebrated at the Mother's Liturgy.  My sincere congratulations to Mrs Clare Holt for her wonderful reflection, and to Lucia Holt who was our presider at the Liturgy.  It was so good to hear our choir sing again after the lifting of the prohibition on group singing.

This week has provided us with many small steps forward.   

Yours sincerely

Anne Fry
Principal 

The College community offers its condolences to the following who has lost a loved one recently:

Sophie Mocsari (Year 7) - Great-Grandfather.

May he rest in peace.

I begin by paying respect to the Elders - past, present and emerging - of Australia’s First Nations people, and in particular the Gadigal people of the Eora nation on whose land our school community gathers and our work takes place.  Wednesday’s National Sorry Day was the beginning of Reconciliation Week. Within this community we were privileged to have listened to the voices of our First Nations students - proud Aboriginal women from many lands - share their stories of ancestry and the impact of the stolen generation upon their identity.  What I heard were stories of pain and courage, sorrow and healing, loss and discovery.  It is in sharing such stories that we learn more as a community.  Reconciliation Week invites us to take time to listen so that we acknowledge our past in order to understand the present lives of Aboriginal Australians and together commit to shaping a future for this nation where dignity and justice are afforded to all First Nations people and all Australians are active contributors to achieving reconciliation.  When I looked at the faces turned towards our First Nations students on Wednesday, I saw listening intent on learning.  I hope that these young women are strengthened within our community and within their own indigenous communities, to continue to be voices that heal the future for many Australians.

Like the lunar eclipse of sun, earth and moon, this week has seen the crossing of three significant events in the same week, the overlap of each offering much for our contemplation.  Whilst Australia acknowledges both National Reconciliation Week and 200 years of Catholic Education, Pope Francis has launched the Vatican’s seven-year Laudato Si’s Action Platform - an action plan with seven goals to implement environmental sustainability: a response to the cry of the earth, a response to the cry of the poor, ecological economics, adoption of simpler lifestyles, ecological education, ecological spirituality, and community involvement.  Reconciliation Week ends with Mabo Day next Thursday - the 29th anniversary of the Mabo decision overturning the notion that Australia was terra nullius at the time of British colonisation.  In recognising First Nations sovereignty of the land, we can learn the privilege it is to walk on and be nourished by our land and waters, and grow closer to the hope that Pope Francis envisions - “a new ecological approach that can transform our way of dwelling in the world, our styles of life, our relationship with the resources of the Earth and, in general, our way of looking at humanity and of living life”. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247777/pope-francis-launches-7-year-laudato-si-action-plan .  When we consider the significant role that Catholic schools play in advancing the mission of the Church, we are enriched by our our First Nations people within our communities as leaders and teachers in seeking environmental sustainability.

I was fortunate in attending a gathering with the Office of the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP) yesterday afternoon, an organisation committed to harnessing the voices of children and young people of NSW to ensure they themselves contribute to decisions on issues that affect them. Whilst ACYP operates across many sectors, this was a gathering of school leaders seeking ways to connect and empower our youth.  It was good to consider ways in which students in our schools are given opportunity to exercise their voice to determine decisions about their wellbeing, learning and community.  Our Year 12 Student Leadership Team is looking forward to hosting a leadership afternoon with peers across sectors of public and independent schools, faith-based and non-denominational schools.  Their chosen focus for the afternoon is on ways their leadership initiatives within their school communities strive to shape positive school cultures and what learnings they will take with them beyond school.  The gathering provides opportunity for young people to dialogue and listen, to learn to hope and grow.  It is one of the most rewarding aspects of my role as an educator, to listen and learn alongside the wisdom of young people. 

Mrs Elizabeth Brooks
Deputy Principal

With the news this week of Victoria’s COVID 19 outbreak and their subsequent fourth lockdown, we feel for our neighbouring state.  It reminds us all of our need to ensure that complacency about our health and hygiene does not creep in.  The cold weather snap this last week and the increased cases of cold and flu-like symptoms interrupting students from their daily learning and assessment routines is a reality we must face and respond to sensibly as a College community.  Thank you for ensuring that your child stays home when she is unwell to help protect the health of other students and staff.  Thank you also for your diligence in ensuring that you contact the College Secretary ( collegesecretary@stvincents.nsw.edu.au ) to inform us that your daughter is absent, particularly on days before, or days of assessment activities.  An email to me is always appreciated also manoj@stvincents.nsw.edu.au . 

Our Illness/Misadventure policy is housed in each Year Group’s Assessment Handbook and the College Diary, and serves as a procedural step-by-step reassurance to parents/carers and students of what to do when sickness or unfortunate incidents (misadventure) occurs.  Importantly, if illness or misadventure strikes during an assessment period, please do ensure that your daughter obtains an Illness/Misadventure form from Student Services or from the College website and attach a medical certificate to support her application.  This is particularly relevant when students are absent the day before an assessment too as the illness/Misadventure process is designed to support the wellbeing of the sick student, so that an opportunity to perform at her optimum is provided through the alternate assessment policy, whilst ensuring equity and fairness to the rest of the cohort.  NESA students as well as Vinnies girls, Years 10, 11 and 12 students, require a medical certificate to accompany an Illness/Misadventure application and Years 7-9 require a supporting parent/carer letter only.  Heads of Department are the first members of staff that the student should report to on their first day of wellness and then I will of course sign off on the application process once all the documentation is accounted for.  The student will then be offered an alternate assessment on an alternate assessment date.  Please know that extensions to assessment due dates are only ever considered if there have been extenuating circumstances or prolonged medical absence affecting a student.  Revised dates are negotiated between myself and the Head of Department and then the student is informed of this new date.  I appreciate your support in not requesting extensions for assessment activities on behalf of your daughter, but allowing the Illness/Misadventure process to take care of her fairly whilst also supporting the equity and fairness for all students.

This weekend - do enjoy the creature comforts of a cosy weekend at home.  I am so grateful that by sheer good fortune my husband returned home to Sydney after an eight day business trip to Melbourne with only a few hours to spare before the Victorian state locked down.  As an act of gratitude I intend to cook my family their favourite autumnal meal - my slow cooked pork roast with all the trimmings.  To all who are Mums/Grandmas - this weekend I really do hope that you hear the words; ‘Thanks Mum!’ that are so precious to our ears, as Mrs Fry articulated at this morning's liturgy.  For those Mums in our community attending the Mother/Daughter Dinner tonight - see you on the dance floor!

Mrs Jasmin Mano
Director of Teaching and Learning

This has been the biggest week!  On Monday we attended Mass in the Cathedral to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Catholic Education in Australia.  It was a big deal.  Lucia Holt carried our College Banner in the procession.  Mrs Fry and I were very proud.  The Mass was an opportunity for the young people of Sydney Catholic schools to experience a high Mass, with lots of incense and prayers sung in plainsong.  Not perhaps what many are used to, but it was certainly a celebration of church, the contribution of lay and religious teachers, and the life that young people bring to the education transaction.  I enjoyed singing some really old hymns from my youth.

On Tuesday evening Professor Dennis Foley, Gamaraigal elder, spent time with staff gently telling his story of the Stolen Generation.  There were questions and answers.  Ideas and possibilities were pondered and tears were shed.  It was a most fitting preparation for us on the eve of Sorry Day.  Sorry Day is a big deal here at St Vincent's.  Our First Nations girls designed a moving and engaging ceremony which they shared with their peers.  “No dancing this year, Miss”, they said. “We just want to tell our stories".  And indeed they did.

Clare Lienesch, Billie Monjo and Mr Robert Weaver told their family stories of the government assimilation policy, and how their families were cut off from each other.  Clare’s deeply moving testimony of her Barkinji family, of children disappearing, mothering denied, abuse and heart break will stay with us for some time to come.  Billie’s terrifying description of the treatment her Alywarre family received, was important to hear and to understand.  Mr Weaver spoke about the stealing of ‘Aboriginality’ - the forced removal of knowledge and expertise that can never be regained, and how that theft impacts him and his descendants.  What was stolen from his grandmother was stolen from his children.  Our Years 7 and 8 First Nations students showed great leadership and pride in the ceremony.  It is the promise of great things to come.

Yesterday, we had a screening of two short films from the Indigenous Film Unit.  Our makeshift cinema in T4.64 was crowded with students who enjoyed the black humour of Robbie Hood, a 13 year old from Alice Springs, who bends the law to help hungry mates and protect them from the limitations and persecution of those in the town, who believe his is out for no good.  Despite some challenging dialogue, the students understood the interplay between what is right and what is necessary to just get through.  The girls really enjoyed the humour and the free popcorn.  One Year 7 asked if the film screenings were on every Tuesday.  I’m delighted to say that she was disappointed to learn that it was a one off.  

Today, Caritas Christi was a mosh pit of Indigenous music and 90 Kangaroo sliders jumped off the table to great acclaim.  Next time we will try some crocodile.  They sell it at my local Coles and I think we might have it for dinner tonight.  If you haven’t tried kangaroo, you need to do yourself a favour:  it is 98% fat free, very high in protein and is absolutely delicious.  Try the kangaroo fillet, seared in a hot pan, finished off in the oven for 10 minutes, deglaze with some shiraz and Lili Pilli or plum jam poured over the top - it will change your life.  Served on a bed of mash it is a winner where I live.  (Crocodile tossed in olive oil with some fresh chilli and served with lime mayonnaise is pretty good too.) 

On Monday, celebrated Indigenous artist Lisa Buxton, will run an ‘Aboriginal Art’ workshop on Caritas Christi courtyard.  All students are invited to have a go.  What a great Reconciliation Week we are having.

In other news, the staff did Night Patrol on Tuesday.  Mrs Colleen O’Shanassy led the charge with the sandwich making team in the afternoon.  Brilliant!  150 sandwiches were fantastic and our Vinnies@SVC girls made 100 muffins to give out - not to mention the 200 snack-packs that the College community put together.  Oh, and the socks too.  They were a big hit.  The SVC community has amazed me with donations of Woolie’s vouchers in our ‘Fund a Filling’ campaign.  I have enough vouchers to provide fillings for the next three Night Patrol sandwich projects, I think.  Now, ham and cheese is three times more popular than egg and lettuce, and four times more popular that tuna and lettuce.  Who knew?

A massive thanks to Ms Lynne Hamilton, Mr Graeme Colman, Ms Jo Tardo and Ms Claire Norton, for their energy, dedication, bravery and fantastic humour.  Gosh we laughed.  We are getting to know our clients better and better.  We have our favourite people whom we look forward to seeing and who remember our names.  We remember theirs too.  We met ‘Andrew’ for the first time on Tuesday.  He’s ‘new to this’, he told us.  He’s been in our thoughts this week.  We don’t know his story yet, but I’m pretty sure it will break our hearts if he is every able to tell it.  I will be looking out for him in June.

We had our Mothers’ Day Liturgy this morning.  Lucia Holt presided like an expert, and it was really uplifting to hear Clare Holt, mother of Lucia, Stella, Alessandra and Hugo, talked about the connection of their family to the Sisters of Charity and to St Vincent’s.  I think her reflection will be published in the next edition of Scientia cum Religione.  It is well worth reading.  Our choir was beautiful.  Our string quartet was extraordinary, and the mums and girls who read, prayed, lit candles and processed were delightful. 

Coffee Queens is going from strength to strength, but I will tell you more about that next time.  I’ll need another coffee first.

I can’t wait for Sunday.  Professor Foley is taking some of our First Nations students up to the rock shelf near Narrabeen to study some 25,000 year old rock carvings.  We will spend the day with him and our minds will be stretched, and we will have grown a little bit by the time we get back at 4.00pm.  I haven’t been to the rock shelf for about eight years and I know I will be sad to see that the carvings have deteriorated from the acid rain, but I can’t wait to learn more.  Every time I spend time with Dennis, I learn more about indigenous culture, policy and truth. 

Who knows what I maybe like by next Friday?

Mrs Jo Kenderes
Director of Faith and Mission

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Year 11 English Advanced This Term….

This term, Year 11 English Advanced students have engaged wholeheartedly in their study of Shakespeare's play, 'Othello'.  They have taken on the role of the director to develop their own theatrical vision of the play and immersed themselves in critical readings and interpretations.  Here are a couple of discursive pieces by students which demonstrate their informed personal understanding of the play.

Ms Anita Playoust
Head of Department English 

I thought that I’d feel more sorry for Othello, by Sofia Dermody

I thought that I’d feel more sorry for Othello.  I mean, he is the eponymous hero of this Shakespearean tragedy.  But no matter how hard I tried, I could never wear my heart “upon my sleeve for daws to peck at” for this infuriating character.

From the beginning of the play, Othello’s character irked me.  He spoke in narratives, most likely embellishing every tale he told.  He seemed self-absorbed and obsessed with status and power, and he could not for the life of him separate his work life from his home life.  A military man through and through, I had very little patience for his pragmatic, war-obsessed actions.  His love life was a conquest, his friendships a comradery, and his world a battlefield.  I know I should show more understanding.  As an ex-slave, he was doomed to be the ultimate outsider, forever a victim of his tragic past.  But I was quite bored of his lavish lamentations and tall tales of “bravery.”  Perhaps there’s a reason why Iago had eight soliloquies in the play, whilst Othello had only three.

Deemed the “pro-Iagoist” of my class, I couldn’t help but love (and hate) Iago as the machiavellian villain of the play.  His character always struck me as more tragic than the naive, two dimensional Othello.  Iago’s tragedy had most likely ensued prior to our introduction to him as an audience. What is left of the character is the shell of a man who had been corrupted by jealousy and hatred.  Although he is despicable in every aspect of the word, one can not help but empathise with the character who has already bid “farewell the tranquil mind.” 

Perhaps I’m a product of my fourth-wave feminist context, and therefore unable to empathise with a “tragic hero” who murdered his wife on the grounds of mere rumours of infidelity.  I believe that Iago’s purpose as a character was to illuminate the hamartia of Othello that already existed.  It’s not like Iago created the jealousy that was within Othello; he merely brought “this monstrous birth to light.”

Don’t get me wrong; Iago is a racist, a misogynist and an evil schemer.  But I just can’t bring myself to empathise with an abusive, jealous wife murderer, who’s victim complex and self absorption render him “tragic.”  If you look beyond the play's title, you'd see that the true tragedy lies with Desdemona, Emillia, Roderigo and Cassio, who have been entangled in Othello’s web.

In class, we have often discussed how our interpretations of a text can illuminate our own position in life.  The level of comprehension and personal experience that we bring to the text dictates what we get out of it.  At sixteen, I’m not sure how informed my response to Othello has been.  Perhaps my fixation with the villain of the play alludes to a naivety and lack of experience.  Perhaps I will grow to understand Othello when I’m older.  However, I’m still quite surprised at my response to the play…..

....because I really thought that I’d feel more sorry for Othello. 

The Real Housewives of Othello, by Emeline Kwok-Valevale

Having surrounded myself with an all female cohort for the entirety of my highschool life, I was often faced with woes of teenage friendship and drama. One day in Year 9 I distinctly remember having a conversation with the College nurse.  Exchanging Panadols with rants of the latest gossip (now in retrospect, I must have bored her to death - sorry Fiona), I remember agreeing with my friend when she concluded:  “I’d rather be friends with boys, they’re less drama.”

Fast-forward two years.  I’m sitting in double English, Othello’s open in front of me and Iago’s going on and on about “I am not what I am”, this and “I hate the Moor” that.  Meanwhile Othello is going on about how this very man is "a man of honesty and trust".  In the span of five Acts, Iago’s supposed male friendship has only been an agent for destruction.  Not one, not two, not three but FOUR deaths, all in the name of misplaced trust.  So much for less drama…

Let’s have a recap of the characters:  Othello - the Moor, Desdemona - his wife. Iago - the manipulator, Emilia - his wife.  Amidst the chaos of manipulation, handkerchiefs, stabbings and critical discussion mainly concerned with Othello and Iago, it was easy for me to forget that there were these two characters. Women.  Friends.  Especially when they were mainly labelled as “wives” to their respective husbands.  Desdemona and Emilia's friendship serve as a stark contrast to their husbands.  They confided in one another offering protection, solace, and finally redemption.  To me it was an admirable friendship, especially when both were learning to navigate and survive a violent, male-dominated world.  During what has come to be regarded as the Willow Song Scene, Desdemona expresses her despair as Othello spirals into jealous madness.  In true blunt and bold Emilia fashion, she basically says, hold on a minute, don’t let male 'bs' get you down, women are fundamentally human, equal, “their wives have sense like them”.  When Desdemona is smothered by Othello (fitting considering she was now silenced for eternity), Emilia steps up.  At the expense of her life, Emilia reveals the truth.  It was a haunting final scene, to see both friends lie side by side, but what ultimately felt like a testament to their friendship.

I’m ashamed to say I fell for the stereotype.  Internalised misogyny fuelled by media depictions of countless catfights where they pit woman against woman for cheap headlines.  The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills shoving the idea that affluent women are only ‘wives’ to their husbands and even in strong friendships with other women are put through over-dramatised tribulations.  In the words of Janice G Raymond, “The most blatant obstacle to female friendship is the prevailing patriarchal adage that women are each other’s worst enemies”.

I myself am fortunate to have countless Emilia's.  Luckily not ones that would only exonerate me after my death.  Again, not blaming Emilia, she was in a tough spot, but instead, constant reminders of how fortunate I am to have them.  I used to view my all-girls education as a social disadvantage, a hindrance filled with petty 'cat fights' and what not, but as I am shaped into who I am through these women, these friends, I acknowledge that this is perhaps what I have been conditioned to think.

I would like to clarify I do not write this piece intending to say I am a man hating feminist; that would be antithetical to the entire concept, but as a heads up to my younger self, I’d like to remind you that female friendships are valuable.  You are surrounded by so many independent humans, so loving, so smart and so much less drama than you could blow it out to be.

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_{G. Raymond, J 2021, Obstacles to Female Friendship, Feminist-reprise.org, viewed 27 May 2021, <http://www.feminist-reprise.org/docs/raymond2.htm>.}  ‌

Australian Catholic University

New Courses:

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

This three-year degree will equip students with the knowledge and skills to be an ethical professional in the justice sector. Delving into the criminal mind and understanding the complex causes of crime, as well as its impact on families, victims and our society.  Students may go onto work in law enforcement, cybersecurity, border protection and more. 

Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws

The opportunity to pair the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) with the Bachelor of Laws.  This five-year double degree combines practical and theoretical training in legal knowledge with the study of western civilisation.  The Ramsay Centre is funding thirty generous scholarships valued up to $150,000 ($30,000 per year of the degree).  Apply here

ACU Experience

The ACU Experience event will be held at the North Sydney campus on 6 July from 9.00am-1.00pm.  This experience is tailored to students' area of interest and should provide an insight into life as a university student at ACU, North Sydney.

While on campus, students will participate in hands-on workshops, meet staff and current students, and learn about industries and careers.  To register your interest go here

Bachelor of Nursing

ACU Graduate Nurses are held in high regard for their clinical skills, quick thinking and compassion.  ACU is connected to an extensive range of hospitals and healthcare partners, therefore, students will have opportunities to experience a wide range of clinical settings.  The experience and coaching that is embedded into the theoretical learning and teaching activities as well as the practical classes will equip students to think critically and develop the appropriate response in any clinical situation.  Explore our course via the link provided.

University of Sydney

Your Future in Business and Student Panel - Live Q&A and Presentation

On 2 June commencing at 4.00pm, join the USyd webinar to find out what the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Sydney offers students.  To register your interest go here

Pathways to Medicine and Health

On 9 June commencing at 4.00pm, join the USYD webinar to find out more about the Healthcare offered at their Camperdown campus.  Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries around the world and people are drawn to the opportunity to make a difference in other’s lives as well as the flexibility to enjoy diverse careers domestically and internationally.  The University of Sydney offers the widest range of medicine and health programs in Australia.  This webinar will advise on the options available to students who don’t get into their first choice.  Register your interest here

Economics Study

On 17 June commencing at 4.00pm, USYD is providing interested students and their parents with an overview of the Economics degrees and majors at The University of Sydney, including essential information on admission requirements, pathways and scholarships.  To register your interest go here

Charles Sturt University

Year 10 Information Night

On 1 June at 6.45pm, join Charles Sturt online for a Year 10 subject information night for an interactive online event that will kick start career ideas, give tips on subject selection and shed light on what it is like to study at Charles Sturt.  Register here

Professional Cadetships Australia

A reminder that applications for Business Cadetships and Technology Cadetships close on Wednesday 26 May.  By this date, both the student Application Form and School Assessment are due.  Students apply online at:  www.professionalcadets.com.au

Real Estate Institute of NSW

Traineeships

For information about traineeships in the Real Estate industry use the link here

Australian Museum

What different Scientists Do at the Australian Museum

Meet the Australian Museum’s scientists and hear about how they are adapting and forging ahead in scientific discovery from around the country.  For more information and to register go here

Ms Helen Marshall
Careers Adviser

This week, St Vincent's College students have reached the Intermediate GRAND FINALS for Theatresports.  The Grand Finals will be held at the Enmore Theatre on Sunday 13 June.  It is a great achievement for SVC in Theatresports - the competition initially started with 120 schools competing. 

We have made it to the semi finals before but this is the first time SVC has made it to the grand finals, which is really exciting.  Congratulations to Sophie Anderson, Polly Grindrod and Molly Barwick (pictured below).

It would be great to see the SVC community come to support the girls at the Grand Finals.  Ticket prices and further details will be confirmed next week.

Ms Catherine Johnson
Head of Performing Arts

A Little Shakespeare - College Production 2021

It was with great excitement and some trepidation that we commenced auditions and rehearsing in separate Year groups for the College Production.  The work has been exciting, challenging and changed in the shadow of Covid - even recently being unable to rehearse the small parts that have singing and dancing - but we have continued creatively modifying and adapting.  I am excited for an audience to witness the talent of our students and the creative synergy that has culminated in A Little Shakespeare. 

Please come and support these students and the work we have crafted at 7.00pm in the College Hall on 8, 9 and 10 June.

Tickets can be purchased via the link HERE .  Covid-safe practices will be adhered to and all performance are subject to NSW State Health changes and regulations.

Ms Catherine Johnson
Head of Performing Arts

CANTEEN REMINDER:   NO CARD - NO PURCHASE 

• Students MUST bring their ID card to the canteen to purchase any food/drink. Please note that putting your student number in only is NOT accepted.
• Remember:  ONLINE ORDERING is also available.
• GLUTEN FREE products are available - only when purchased through online ordering. 
• You need to refill money onto your cardAT LEAST ONE HOUR BEFORE you intend to use the card (as it takes one hour to generate funds onto the card).

 View next week's CANTEEN SPECIALS: 31 May-04 June 2021  HERE

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Please note the date previously advised was incorrect - the correct date for the get-together is 10 June: 

Year 7 Parents have organised a get-together for Thursday 10 June at The Phoenix Hotel.  Please use this link to book and confirm your attendance - TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE.  Come along and catch up socially with other Year 7 parents/carers.

Mrs Jane Palin
Community and Alumni Relations Manager