Saint Ignatius College Geelong
Dear Saint Ignatius College Geelong community members,
We are now in our third week of the academic year, and I am glad that the school year has commenced very well. We have already held several significant events that have ‘set the scene’ for the new year – promoting our values, Ignatian story and sense of community and encouraging students to make the most of their wonderful opportunities at Saint Ignatius to grow and develop themselves. Themes that have underpinned our encouragement to our students include: we have high expectations for our students, we want our students and school to be ‘outstanding,’ we have pride in our College, we nurture and support a strong learning culture, we are women and men for others - we support each other to build a strong school community, and we support those in need in the wider community. And these link very well with the theme chosen by the senior student leaders for this year.
In early December last year, our School Captains, Matilda Steptoe, Ross de Lange, Amy Thompson and Zac Dwyer, attended the national Jesuit and Jesuit Companion Schools Student Leaders Conference hosted by Xavier College, Kew. One outcome of this conference was the choice of our College theme for 2023 – “Lean into the wind.” I commend Matilda’s article later in this newsletter that explains their choice of theme.
Lent
Next Wednesday, we commence the Lenten period in the liturgical calendar of the Church year with the celebration of ‘Ash Wednesday.’ Lent is a period of forty days leading to the high point of the Church’s year, Easter. During Lent, we are encouraged to reflect on our lives in the light of the example of Jesus. How are we travelling with our faith life? How can we improve our spiritual life and our relationship with God? What about our prayer life, worship and praise involvement, charity, and service to others? We are encouraged to make Lent a particular time to reflect on and redirect our lives where necessary, so we better align our ways to the values, actions and truths of the Gospel.
On Ash Wednesday, we will conduct our usual liturgy in the morning, involving the distribution of ashes. Each student will be marked on the forehead with the Sign of the Cross in ashes as part of this prayerful liturgy as a call to ‘Repent and believe in the Good News.”
Ash Wednesday also begins our efforts as a College community to raise our consciousness of and much-needed funds for CARITAS through “Project Compassion”. These funds support many disadvantaged and needy communities in Australia and overseas.
Annual House Swimming Carnival
This event will be held next week on Thursday, 23rd February, at Kardinia Pool, Geelong.
Following the 2021 review of our House Sports Carnivals, we trialled some significant changes to how we approached and ran last year’s swimming carnival. We have decided to implement these changes again this year. As I mentioned at about this time last year in our newsletter, our plan is:
Why?
We want to reset the culture with a long-term view to:
increase the number of students competing;
enhance House Spirit;
enhance student connection to the College;
build a stronger College swim team; and
celebrate student achievement in the swimming area.
How?
We will change from a full-school fun social day at the pool with some students competing to:
compulsory for Years 7 & 8 only;
years 9 to 12, students can register to compete voluntarily;
competitors will wear College approved swimming attire;
years 7 & 8 students are expected to compete if they can and undertake a separate swim test;
years 9 to 12 students not swimming to remain at school for their usual classes; and
enhanced involvement of senior student leaders to organise the carnival and encourage House spirit.
What?
Our Sports Coordinator, Mr Andrew Philp, will provide details about the carnival via Operoo.
A parent permission letter will be sent via Operoo to all Year 7 & 8 families and those registered for events from other year levels.
Swimming is an important part of our Australian and our local lifestyles. Most students will have undertaken swimming lessons during their primary school years. We want to build on this to support a healthy lifestyle and allow talented swimmers to progress to higher levels of competition. I encourage parents to discuss with their daughters or son the value of participating in the carnival if they can.
I am looking forward to next Thursday’s carnival setting the scene for further building of our swimming program into the future. Parents are welcome to attend the carnival.
Open Afternoons & Yr 7 2024 enrolment applications
We conduct our Yr 7 2024 enrolment season during Term One and early Term Two.
We will be running a series of tours and information sessions for prospective parents, students, and public members to meet some of our wonderful students and professional staff, learn about the programs and opportunities we offer and view our facilities.
Guided Tours will be conducted on two afternoons:
Tuesday 28th February
Wednesday 22nd March
Two timeslots will be available each afternoon for visitors to select from using our online booking system. The link is available on our College website.
Each timeslot will be about 1.5 hours long and comprise a brief information session followed by a tour. The information sessions will take about 30 minutes, including presentations by the Principal, Yr 7 Coordinator and some students, and will be held in our impressive new Multi-purpose Centre. The tours will run for approximately 50 minutes and be led by teachers and some students. (Viewing the campus will be as a member of a tour group only.)
The schedule for the Open Times each day offered is as follows:
Session One - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Session Two - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Please note that the closing date for Yr 7 2024 applications is Friday, 6th May 2023. (This includes current families.) Online application forms are available on our website under ‘Enrolment.’ We have changed from paper to digital forms.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Registrar, Ms Deb Miles (P: 03 5251 1136 or E: registrar@ignatius.vic.edu.au)
Our visitors have commented positively about our young women and men who have acted as tour guides and helpers in previous years. We will need some students to help with the tours again this year. Having students present in uniform and interacting with our visitors is a significant way visitors get a feel for the College. I am very confident that they will be excellent ambassadors for their school. Please encourage your daughter or son to put their name forward when they receive an email calling for volunteers from our Director of Community Engagement & Development, Ms Elana Cole.
Parent Information Evenings
Please check the College calendar (available on Xuno or the College website) for next week’s online “Zoom” information sessions. Parents will be emailed a link to log on to the Zoom session.
Parents & Friends Association (PFA)
The PFA is a very positive and vital support for our community. It held its first meeting for the year on Wednesday, 8th February. I want to recognise the generous and valuable contribution parents can and do make to our school community through membership of this group. Thank you to all members of this group and, in particular, the current office bearers:
Ms Leanne Dunn President
Ms Melissa Cartledge Secretary
Ms Julie Castle Treasurer
Please consider coming to the next PFA meeting on Tuesday, 14th March. Many of the members of this group have given outstanding service to the school community for many years, and we must have new parents join this group each year to replace those who finish up. So, I encourage all parents to consider joining this group – a strong PFA will strengthen our school community and improve student outcomes!
There are a variety of ways parents can help out. The College canteen helpers are vital to helping us provide a canteen service to our students. Many parents and friends of the College have put their names down to assist in the canteen, and I encourage you to consider contacting our Canteen Manager, Mrs Sandra Woodall, to offer your services.
Some ways the PFA supports our school community include: running fundraisers and social events, helping out at school functions, organising working bees, encouraging and supporting a sustainable school environment, and running a second-hand uniform shop and a second-hand book sale. I ask all parents to please support the PFA where they can, as their work benefits all students.
Gillies Road traffic
There has been a recent report that some drivers have been dropping off or picking up students on the east side of Gillies Road. Most of this section of the road has no stopping signs. Parking inspectors may visit this location from time to time. And please do not park in our neighbours’ (east side of Gillies Road) driveways when dropping off or picking up your daughter or son.
This a reminder that you could drop off or pick up your daughter/son on the old Andersons Road on the north side of the bypass. It is a short walk to and from school via the new underpass for students. In this way, you will avoid the heavy Peninsula Drive traffic.
Thank you in anticipation of your cooperation.
Road Safety
All drivers travelling to and from our College are reminded of the need to adhere to traffic sign requirements at all times.
To promote safety, I remind our community that the speed limit on Peninsula Drive is 40 km/h (all times.)
When attending after-hours events at the College, please do not park in the St Thomas Primary School carpark.
Thank you for your support in prioritizing the road safety of all those in and around the College.
COVIDSafe measures for schools
COVIDSafe measures have changed, but all Victorian Catholic schools are required to continue to implement important practices to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
We are following the CECV advice to ensure air purifiers are in use, external ventilation is maximised, good personal hygiene is encouraged, and face masks continue to be made available for staff, students and visitors who wish to wear them.
Therefore, all staff, students and visitors should practise good hand hygiene, particularly on arrival to school, before and after eating, after blowing their nose, coughing, sneezing or using the toilet. I ask parents to please reinforce these requirements with their daughter or son.
The Department of Health recommends:
that masks should be worn by a person who is a close contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 when leaving home.
that masks should be worn by a person who has COVID-19 for at least 7 days after a positive test when they need to leave home.
that a person who tests positive to COVID-19 report that result to their employer, school and household.
Parents/carers should inform the school by phone or written notification if a student tests positive to COVID-19 (via a PCR or rapid antigen test).
Students who report a positive result are recommended to isolate for a minimum of 5 days and not attend school until their symptoms have resolved. (Students who isolate as a result of a positive COVID-19 test can access learning materials via ‘Canvas’ to support their continued learning.)
Rapid Antigen Tests are available for all Victorians from Council sites. People can get 2 free packs (10 tests) for themselves and 2 free packs (10 tests) for each of their household members.
Thank you & best wishes for the next two weeks,
Michael Exton
Principal
2023 COLLEGE THEME
At our recent Academic and Leadership Investiture Assembly the 2023 College Captains announced this year's College theme 'Lean into the Wind,' and provided the College Community with an in-depth explanation of why this theme was chosen. Matilda Stephto, one of our College Captains also gave a presentation to our Parents and Friends' Association (extracts are below).
We look forward to all students embracing the 2023 College theme, "With one foot grounded, one foot raised, hand on heart, lean into the wind."
Extract from PFA Presentation
Good evening everyone I’m Matilda Stepto and I am one of the 2023 College Captains and I am honoured to have the opportunity tonight to introduce the theme for 2023
Last year the College Captains (Ross and Myself) and Vice-captains (Zac and Amy) attended the JACSA student leadership conference at Xavier College in Melbourne. This is an annual event where the newly appointed captains of Jesuit schools and Jesuit Companion schools around Australia, meet together to learn about Jesuit leadership and how it can be applied in our schools. Meeting the other captains was a great opportunity since we all came from different types of schools and experiences.
Despite these differences however, we all had the same common goal; to pick a school theme for 2023. This created a collaborative environment where we could bounce ideas around, and consider different opinions and perspectives, before deciding on a theme to inspire and challenge our College Community.
On the first day of school we met with Mr Exton to propose our idea - with little to know back up plan so we were really relying on it being approved.
Thankfully it was approved. and Ross, Zac, Amy and I stayed up late on Facetime last Wednesday writing, editing and practising our speech for Friday, to present the theme to all the staff and students.
The College theme for 2023 is ‘lean into the wind.’ This originated from a statue of Saint Ignatius where it is accompanied by the phrase “one foot grounded, one foot raised, hand on heart, lean into the wind”
One foot grounded staying true to ourselves, it is our foundation and steadies us as with one foot raised we are able to explore new opportunities and take risks, which we do with our hand on our heart to remember our values and beliefs whilst leaning into the wind wind symbolises a challenge, adversity a community may face.
It is a Jesuit and Ignatian approach to challenges which can be interpreted in many different ways and applied to challenges inside and outside of school.
Leaning into the wind also represents the concept of striving for the Magis; to be more for others, and highlights the perseverance required to do so.
“Leaning into the wind” may require you to build resilience, especially when you are faced by challenges that will try to blow you off your track. But as you build resilience, the wind will begin to feel more like a breeze, one that may even cool you down during the heat of the moment.
New challenges we face at school include the new house system for seniors and for the junior school many new opportunities we may be presented that may put us out of our comfort zone. By leaning into the wind we are able to overcome fear, finding ourselves immersed in these new experiences.
The idea of leaning into the wind is important to keep in mind when undertaking community service in the form of social justice activities. By taking inspiration from the Jesuits' work with marginalised people we can aim to support communities to solve the challenges they face. This is relevant to us as a Jesuit companion school to have a strong focus on community service as many initiatives lean into the wind against social injustices.
With this theme for 2023 we encourage students - and staff to have one foot grounded, one foot raised, our hands on our heart and lean into the wind, as we face challenges this year.
Matilda Stepto | College Captain
Extract from Academic and Leader Investiture Assembly
Ross:
Hello everyone, my name is Ross de Lange and standing alongside is my co-captain Matilda Stepto, and the vice captains Zac Dwyer, and Amy Thompson. We are very honoured to be your 2023 college captains. We look forward to continuing the great legacy of past Ignatian leaders, as well as paving the way for future leaders sitting here today.
Late last year the four of us went to the JACSA student leadership conference at Xavier College in Melbourne. This is an annual event where the newly appointed captains of Jesuit schools around Australia, meet together to learn about Jesuit leadership and how it can be applied in our schools. Meeting the other captains was a great opportunity since we all came from different types of schools and experiences.
Despite these differences however, we all had the same common goal; to pick a school theme for 2023. This created a collaborative environment where we could bounce ideas around, and consider different opinions and perspectives, before deciding on a theme to inspire and challenge our College community. Now I will hand it over to Amy to tell you this year’s theme.
Amy:
Hi, my name’s Amy and it is my pleasure to announce the College theme for 2023 is ‘lean into the wind’. This originated from a statue of Saint Ignatius (that you can see on the screen) where it is accompanied by the phrase “one foot grounded, one foot raised, hand on heart, lean into the wind”. This of course, can be interpreted in a myriad of different ways, but I am going to break it down how we have come to understand it. Having one foot grounded symbolises a connection to the earth. It steadies you. It’s the anchor that stabilises your boat. It’s your friends, your family, your support network. With one foot on the ground you can then have one foot raised - a step toward change, a step toward embracing opportunities, but also a risk. You cannot see the future, you can only see one step ahead of you, and you will never know if it is the right step until you take it. But take it… and do so with a hand on your heart. A hand on your heart symbolises your connectedness with your values. For Saint Ignatius that was his utter faith in God, for you that might be your care for others, whatever it is that guides you forward. Ultimately this culminates into leaning into the wind, and wholeheartedly embracing challenge and change in any form it comes to you. Here’s Zac to explain a bit more.
Zac:
Hello everyone, my name is Zac. Another interpretation of “lean into the wind” is that it represents the concept of striving for the Magis; to be more for others, and highlights the perseverance required to do so. There will be challenges you may face that may seem overwhelming, that you don’t want to lean into, however, by having one foot grounded, having one foot raised, and having a hand on your heart you can instead embrace the wind, the challenge, and continue to strive for the Magis.
“Leaning into the wind” may require you to build resilience, especially when you are faced by challenges that will try to blow you off your track. But as you build resilience, the wind will begin to feel more like a breeze, one that may even cool you down during the heat of the moment. However, by holding your hand on your heart and knowing your beliefs, you will remain true to your values and your character.
Lastly Matilda will touch on how this translates into our school life and community service.
Tilly:
Hello everyone, my name is Matilda. This year, we are presented with a challenge that is the new house system. But in line with the theme, if we lean into the wind, be open to meeting new people and having new experiences, we will be able to form new connections that we may have never made otherwise. As we commence the new school year we are also provided with new opportunities that may put us out of our comfort zone or lead us down an unpopular path. By leaning into the wind we are able to overcome fear, finding ourselves immersed in these new experiences. The idea of leaning into the wind is important to keep in mind when undertaking community service in the form of social justice activities. By taking inspiration from the Jesuits' work with marginalised people we can aim to support communities to solve the challenges they face. This is relevant to us as a Jesuit companion school to have a strong focus on community service as many initiatives lean into the wind against social injustices.
As we face challenges this year let's have one foot grounded, one foot raised, our hands on our heart and lean into the wind.
Our College Captains
The Science Learning Area has been buzzing with excitement as students have been undertaking their practical sessions in the laboratory over the past two weeks.
Our Year 7s have been able to get their hands dirty as they investigate Scientific Variables and Scientific Method using Vinegar, Bicarb, Tea bag rockets and Bath Bombs! Our Year 8s have been engaged in learning about light and how it behaves with convex/concave mirrors. Our Year 9s are learning about the communication systems within our body, the endocrine and nervous systems with a sheep brain dissection coming up to help us better understand the parts and functions of the brain.
As staff we have been preparing and developing the curriculum in our collaborative teams. We have also had a number of staff that have attended target professional learning opportunities already for their particular area of expertise. Our experienced VCE Biology teachers (Latasha Slocombe, Kymberley Naylor and Ian Anderson) attended Gene Technology Access Centre last week at Melbourne University, Ian Anderson had this to say about the experience “It was great to see some hands-on technology that we can use to investigate and understand Protein Synthesis.”
I am excited for the opportunities that students will engage in this year and we have a number of student incursions on the horizon to enhance our learning, knowledge and engagement within the Sciences.
The Science team is looking forward to working with all students across the College and I would like to welcome the new staff to our teaching team:
Keir Strahan
Meghan O’Brien
Nicole Sadler
Matthew Waters
Jenna Funston
Emily McGuane
Kelly Herbert
Aleisha Gill - returning from maternity leave
Isje Turang-Timmins | Science Learning Area Leader
The year has started really well for the Year 8s of 2023. They are no longer the “new kids on the block” and it shows in the relaxed transition they have had. Many have signed up to audition for “Anastasia”, music tuition and our extensive Sports Program. As a cohort, they are looking forward to Cura Personalis activities later in the Term. I have confidence that they are prepared to embrace this year’s College theme of “Lean into the Wind”
In addition to current staff, we welcomed some new students and three new teachers to our Year 8 team. Below, you will read a little about our new teachers and some reflections from students.
Mrs Nicole Sadler is a new teacher to Saint Ignatius in 2023 and the new mentor teacher for Year 8 Sadler.
Nicole has a past association with the College, having twin daughters in year 10 and holding the role of P&F Secretary for the past two and a half years.
Nicole lives in Ocean Grove and loves the natural environment of the Bellarine that allows her family to swim, surf and take bush walks for recreation and exercise. She has a long association with the Ocean Grove Netball/Football Club where she coaches junior netball and supports the local footy team. Nicole is a Melbourne Vixens supporter, Collingwood Football Club tragic and Melbourne Storm member so her autumn/winter time is completely filled with sport, sport and more sport! In her past life Nicole performed in musical theatre and played guitar in a folk duo. She is also a serious trivia nut.
My name is Connor Butler (Mr Butler), this is my first year at Saint Ignatius College and the start of the year has been a joy so far. I love sports, mainly cricket, footy and basketball and I love helping young people learn in new and interesting ways. It has been a pleasure to start the year in the way I have and I am looking forward to the time ahead I have at this school.
My name is James Little and I'm new to SICG this year. I'm a Year 8 Mentor teacher who teaches Mathematics at year 8, 11 and 12 alongside DigiTech at year 8. I love all things sports related and the challenge of a good jigsaw puzzle, sudoku or any other puzzle. Cricket is my biggest passion and you'll often find me at my local club (Murgheboluc) coaching under 15's, overseeing other junior sides or practicing my own skills. My wife and I are super excited to be welcoming our first born son in May of this year. We look forward to all the joy and challenges that lie ahead for us in parenthood!
The first days were pretty straightforward, getting to know different people and saying hi to friends that got your Mentor Group. The teachers are great and I think I like Humanities the best. Year 8 has been confusing with the classroom change that’s on the other side of the school but, I’ve liked it a lot!
Xavier Cunningham
Year 8 has been a wonderful time with our mentor teacher Ms Frigo. I have settled into the new class this year and have made some new Friends. I am looking forward to doing Cura Personals and all of the new subjects that I am doing this semester and the next Semester.
I have had fun getting to know all of my class mates. I have enjoyed getting to know my new teachers and I am glad to have some teachers from last year. I am excited to see what this year holds for me
Chloe Welland
We have all had a great start to year 8. I am in 8 Spencer and have loved getting to know all of my new classmates. All of my teachers have welcomed me with a positive attitude and a smile on their face. 8 Spencer has been a welcoming environment and I look forward to the year ahead with them. Our electives this semester we have Music, Drama and Wood Tech. I am looking forward to the production of Anastasia and am excited for auditions to commence next week. Overall I am really excited for the year ahead.
Imogen Payne
I cannot believe that school has started again but I could not be happier, my class is full of intelligent brains and kind souls. I cannot wait to fully get to know everyone. Even though I have met some of my teachers after having them from last year, I am still ecstatic to have new ones, my teachers are some of the nicest people I could have had for Year 8 and I am glad that I am in the class that I am in. It is week 3 already and I am already loving all the subjects I have fit nicely into my class, and my teachers have welcomed me with bright smiles even if it is 8am in the morning. I cannot wait to see what this year has to offer and all the opportunities I will get. I hope everyone has an easy start and welcomes the new students with open arms. I also hope that the Year 7s settle in and have a great year ahead.
Zoe Furber
This year has felt like a very easy start. My teachers have been supportive and easy going, and they have taken the time to get to know us instead of assigning lots of homework. I have really enjoyed catching up with my friends after Summer and horsing around with them. Having their support makes other worries fade away. If reconnecting with mates was the thing I was most looking forward to at the beginning of the year, then experiencing new subjects like woodwork and textiles, is a close second. Similarly, I cannot wait to take control of my education and choose next year's electives next Semester. All of that aside, I am very excited for upcoming events such as the swimming carnival, athletics day and watching school musical. In brief, I have had a great time settling back into life at St Iggy’s and am looking forward to what this year has to offer me.
Tasman Chisholm
My start to Year 8 has been really good, Mr Butler my homeroom teacher is fantastic. I'm enjoying going to the library and making friends in my new class. It's really good to see all my friends and take some new classes. This year I'm most looking forward to doing Textiles and picking my electives for next year. I'm also looking forward to Cura Personalis, the engagement activities and GISSA and which new activities or sports I will pick.
Elektra Kyrou
The start of Year 8 has been fantastic with our lovely mentor teacher Ms Frigo. I have settled in well with my new homeroom. We have had fun doing many different activities such as textiles, Cura Personalis and digital technologies. I can’t wait to go to Melbourne zoo, GISSA, cross country and school swimming.
Spencer Rashleigh
Hello reader,
My name is Ross de Lange and I am one of the 2023 College Captains. It is an honour to join the great legacy of past Ignatian leaders, particularly because these same leaders hugely impacted my development as a leader and student. In saying this, I would like to tell you about a recent school event where I had this same opportunity to shape the younger students, much like how past captains helped shape me. This event was the Year 7 welcoming mass, or, to be more specific, the period before the Year 7 mass where the students could eat a sausage and hang out (the running record is 5 snags). I thought this was a great opportunity to socialise with as many of the new students as I could and do my best to make everyone feel welcome. As you could probably guess, actual Year 7’s mixed with a Year 12 (with the spirit of a Year 7) made for some crazy action. From my blazar being ‘temporarily borrowed’ by some hyper energetic boy who would run away when I tried to get it back, to a coordinated ‘Griddy off’ (a new hip dance) this evening was nothing short of perfection. For me it was like my journey had come full circle, however now I’m the Captain doing his best to welcome the new students rather than the other way around.
I think this is a great example of how rewarding leadership can be and I hope you enjoyed reading it.
Ross de Lange | College Captain
On Friday 10th February, Saint Ignatius College students and staff celebrated the Lunar New Year and in particular, 2023 The Year of the Rabbit. It was an excellent opportunity for the school community to come together and participate in a traditional Chinese Fan Dance performance, listen to Chinese Folk songs, receive a Good Luck bracelets ( Gold and Red ) and read a 2023 message whilst enjoying a Fortune Cookie treat.
The Lunar New Year celebrations are the most important social holiday for billions of people around the world. The celebration is tied to the lunar solar acknowledging the " second moon " of the new year on the Chinese calendar and was originally observed as a time to honour households and ancestors.
Saint Ignatius College is proud to celebrate and acknowledge all cultures, customs and traditions. Celebrating our differences, as well as our common interests, helps unite and educate us. To understand others perspectives, to broaden our own and to fully experience and educate ourselves, builds us as a stronger community.
New Year Goodness to all.
Mr Martschinke - Teacher ( SICG )
Recent wet and warm weather has increased mosquito breeding. Mosquitoes can carry diseases that may be passed on to people through mosquito bites. A range of mosquito-borne diseases have recently been detected in mosquitoes in northern Victoria. Mosquito-borne diseases can cause serious illness, including infections of the brain, with children particularly at risk.
The best way to prevent mosquito-borne diseases is to avoid mosquito bites.
In line with community health advice , families can protect against mosquito bites by:
using insect repellent that contains picaridin or DEET on all exposed skin if outdoors when mosquitoes are observed, from October to March
wearing long, loose-fitting clothing outdoors if possible if mosquitoes are around and covering exposed skin as much as possible. Summer school uniforms, including polos and shorts, can continue to be worn, but students should use insect repellent on exposed skin if mosquitoes are active
limiting outdoor activity when mosquitoes are active.
A handy guide to help protect you and your family from mosquito-borne disease
Better Health Channel information about preventing mosquito-borne diseases.
Friday 3 March from 10am until approximately 12noon.
I would appreciate the following being placed in the school’s bulletin.
World Day of Prayer 2023 Invitation
Please join us at St Thomas Church, Drysdale
Friday 3 March 2023
From 10am
An international Christian cooperation movement. It is an opportunity to pray around a designated theme for the needs identified by the women of a specific country- 2023 Taiwan.
It draws the Christian world together by identifying needs that are often common and resonate with those who pray.
Light refreshment provided after service.
Catherine Moug
St Thomas Church Committee
Saint Ignatius College is delighted to welcome Jelena Dokic as this year's International Women's Day guest speaker on Thursday March 9th, 2023.
Guests will enjoy drinks and nibbles from 5.30pm with the main address commencing at 6.30pm.
This evening is a highlight on the College calendar with previous IWD evenings selling out quickly.
Guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets early to avoid disappointment via the following link;
https://www.trybooking.com/CFMEF
We look forward to welcoming our College Community to this evening.
Elana Cole | Director of Community Engagement and Development.
The Old Ignatians warmly invite the Saint Ignatius College Community to our annual Golf Day, at Lonsdale Links on Sunday March 26th, 2023.
Attendees will enjoy a brekky snack, a two course lunch, 18 holes of golf, before a brief College presentation.
There are also tickets available for lunch only. Proceeds from this day will go towards student resources at the College.Format of the day is teams of 4, '4 Ball Ambrose.'
Individuals can still register with team allocation occurring on the day.To secure your place, please register for golf/lunch only via the below link;
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1001783
Elana Cole | Director of Community Engagement and Development.
Canteen Roster
W/C 20/2/23
20th: K.McCauley, NEEDED.
21st: L.Hart, F.Horne.
22nd: C.Wake, B.Allen.
23rd: E.Savage, S.Sheern.
24th: S.Binnion, K.Royle.
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W/C 27/2/2023
27th: K.Allchin, NEEDED.
28th: S.Twaits, C.Rivo, J.Johnson.
1st: C.Holland, M.Jackson.
2nd: S.Sheerin, M.White, M.Hiemstra.
3rd: S.Luki, E.Farnsworth.
Click here to view the 2023 Canteen Price List
If you are able to assist on the above mentioned dates, please contact Canteen Manager Mrs. Sandra Woodall on woodalls@ignatius.vic.edu.au
Volunteers must hold a current WWCC. New volunteers must fill out the form provided via the link below.
Mrs. Sandra Woodall | Canteen Manager