Term 2 week 6, 27 May 2015 Review weekly Contents From the Principal From the Deputy Principal From the Chaplain Tuckshop Winter Sports & Activities Captains 2015 Fundraising Year 8 Immunisations Wellbeing Futures Pulteney Shop Senior Sport Notices Prep Sport Notices From the Principal “Prepare the child for the path, not the path for the child” Last year I wrote a brief article in PRW about one of my favourite sayings (above). I was reflecting on the premise that, as a parent, how much does one “do” for one’s child? It was a reflection prompted by the appearance on my kitchen bench of an equipment list for camp and the evident lack of a shopping list for the gourmet menu planned for the week! In her recent presentations to staff and parents, educational researcher Erica McWilliam relayed the story of a group of parents who, when asked, admitted that they could not allow their 14-15 year-old child to pack for camp on their own as they feared their child was not up to the task. Helping children to develop a sense of their own personal competence is something to which we all aspire. Sometimes, this sounds far easier than it is! Nevertheless, it is essential that we let our children experience discomfort, frustration and failure so they can recognise any limitations and set goals to address them, and can build their toolkit of resilient behaviours for those inevitable times in life when challenges arise. These behaviours were evident in the planning process undertaken by Year 12 student Matthew Hume and Kurrajong Teacher Briony Franklin in preparation for the wonderful Indigenous Smoking Ceremony held last week to celebrate Pulteney’s commitment to Reconciliation. The planning was long and complex, but I thank Matthew and Briony for their perseverance as, as a whole school community, we certainly benefitted from their efforts. This week, I was so impressed with the presentations of the Year 5 students who, through long hours of planning, engaging in team work and some compromise, as well as creative and critical thinking, produced incredible interactive displays for their Space Expo. All are to be congratulated on their significant effort; they displayed tenacity, great humour and a love of learning. Anne Dunstan, Principal To comment on this article use this link to go directly to the Principal’s Blog: http://www. pulteney.sa.edu.au/our-school/principals-message/principals-blog/ Friday 5 June 7pm at The Grand Chifley 208 South Terrace. Join us at this fabulous fundraising event for Mother Rajans Orphanage in Kathmandu. Through the incredible generosity of The Grand Chifley every cent of the ticket price will go to the orphanage. The Friends of Pulteney in association with The Grand Chifley invites you to The Orphanage Fundraising Dinner There are only 180 seats so it will be a sell out, with the 3 course meal including fine wines, beer and soft drinks. Tickets are just $100 per head for adults and $50 for students. Book on line at http://www.trybooking.com/HVTL
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Term 2 week 6, 27 May 2015
Review weekly ContentsFrom the Principal
From the Deputy Principal
From the Chaplain
Tuckshop
Winter Sports & Activities Captains 2015
Fundraising
Year 8 Immunisations
Wellbeing
Futures
Pulteney Shop
Senior Sport Notices
Prep Sport Notices
From the Principal “Prepare the child for the path, not the path for the child”Last year I wrote a brief article in PRW about one of my favourite sayings (above).
I was reflecting on the premise that, as a parent, how much does one “do” for one’s child? It was a reflection prompted by the appearance on my kitchen bench of an equipment list for camp and the evident lack of a shopping list for the gourmet menu planned for the week! In her recent presentations to staff and parents, educational researcher Erica McWilliam relayed the story of a group of parents who, when asked, admitted that they could not allow their 14-15 year-old child to pack for camp on their own as they feared their child was not up to the task.
Helping children to develop a sense of their own personal competence is something to which we all aspire. Sometimes, this sounds far easier than it is! Nevertheless, it is essential that we let our children experience discomfort, frustration and failure so they can recognise any limitations and set goals to address them, and can build their toolkit of resilient behaviours for those inevitable times in life when challenges arise.
These behaviours were evident in the planning process undertaken by Year 12 student Matthew Hume and Kurrajong Teacher Briony Franklin in preparation for the wonderful Indigenous Smoking Ceremony held last week to celebrate Pulteney’s commitment to Reconciliation. The planning was long and complex, but I thank Matthew and Briony for their perseverance as, as a whole school community, we certainly benefitted from their efforts.
This week, I was so impressed with the presentations of the Year 5 students who, through long hours of planning, engaging in team work and some compromise, as well as creative and critical thinking, produced incredible interactive displays for their Space Expo. All are to be congratulated on their significant effort; they displayed tenacity, great humour and a love of learning.
Anne Dunstan, Principal
To comment on this article use this link to go directly to the Principal’s Blog: http://www.pulteney.sa.edu.au/our-school/principals-message/principals-blog/
Friday 5 June 7pm at The Grand Chifley 208 South Terrace.Join us at this fabulous fundraising event for Mother Rajans Orphanage in Kathmandu. Through the incredible generosity of The Grand Chifley every cent of the ticket price will go to the orphanage.
The Friends of Pulteney in association with The Grand Chifley invites you to The Orphanage Fundraising Dinner
There are only 180 seats so it will be a sell out, with the 3 course meal including fine wines, beer and soft drinks.Tickets are just $100 per head for adults and $50 for students.Book on line at http://www.trybooking.com/HVTL
Diary Dates28 May School Production - ‘Legally Blonde’ (Jr)
28 May Junior School Principal’s Tour
29 May Founders Day
30 May St Peter’s Cathedral Combined Schools Concert
2 June Year 8 Immunisations
3 June Year 10/11 Swot Vac
3 June Year 10/11 Drama Production
4 June Year 10/11 Exams
8 June Queen’s Birthday Holiday
11 June Year 3 Camp
15 June Year 11 Work Experience
16 June Year 10 Camp
16 June Junior school Photos
20 June Old Scholars Dinner
26 June End of Term 2
From the Deputy Principal The Stone Age did not end because they ran out of stones……..
“We are preparing our students for jobs that don’t exist, using technologies that have not been invented, to solve problems that we haven’t even considered yet. This is quite a big ask for schools!” – Richard Riley, US Secretary of Education, 1999
We are living in rapidly changing times fuelled by the speed of technological changes that are occurring at an exponential rate. The speed that we incorporate new technologies into our lives also is increasing. The radio took 38 years to reach a market audience of 50 million people; television took 13 years while the internet only took 4 short years. The first text message was sent in December 1992. The number of text messages sent and received each day is far greater than the population of the planet.
If the speed of progress continues at current rates, it is predicated that the next 25 years will generate 100 years of change and the next 100 years will see 20,000 years of progress. It is not easy to prepare our young people with the skills needed in the face of so much ambiguity. Creativity is at the heart of the Information Age. Equipping students to be innovative is crucial.
As the world changes there is a shift from acquiring information to creativity and innovation, critical thinking and problem solving. Students constantly now are creating and re-creating and it is not just students who are being creative. On a daily basis, teachers are being innovative by adapting curricula, developing lessons and incorporating new technologies and practices in their teaching. The challenge for educators is to design activities through which students are able to explore the processes of human creativity and learn to appreciate and develop within themselves the capacity to influence, transform, enjoy and improve the quality of life.
The world is facing pressing major problems that transcend national and geographical boundaries. New ways of thinking will be required to solve them because as Albert Einstein said, “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.”
So who are the innovators? Mary Gauvin, a local Adelaide entrepreneur, is one example. Mary who founded a range of high technology companies whose customers included Microsoft, ninemsn, American Express and Jetstar, believes that innovators are people who get an idea and have the time, team and resources needed to develop the ideas. More importantly they are people that can overcome the fear of failure and people who are following their passion.
With the completion of the National Assessment Program (NAPLAN) in recent weeks, the following excerpt from the story “Hooray for Diffendoofer Day!” by much loved children’s author Dr Suess probably best sums up the importance of creativity as well as traditional basic skills.
“You’ve learned the things you need
To pass the test and may more-
I’m certain you’ll succeed.
We have taught you that the earth is round,
That red and white make pink,
And something else that matters more-
We’ve taught you how to think!”
Greg Atterton, Deputy Principal, Teaching and Learning Go to: www.facebook.com/pulteney
From the Chaplain Pentecost and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in our lives.On Sunday Christians celebrated Pentecost, a feast that recognises the presence of the Holy Spirit and commemorates the birth day of the church. Christians experience the Holy Spirit as ‘gift from God’. Gifts experienced as self-revelatory truth. The celebration of Pentecost is not just recalling a past event, it also celebrates what God is doing in our lives now. It can be as simple as celebrating the good that is in our lives. The human qualities of love, peace, joy, patience, kindness, generosity are all experienced as the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Sometimes the presence of the Holy Spirit is presented or explained in terms of extraordinary manifestations. The Holy Spirit at Pentecost is associated with ‘driving wind’, ‘flames of fire’, ‘speaking different languages tongues’, amazement and confusion.
The Holy Spirit is also evident in ordinary daily experiences, for example giving time and help to someone in need, the experience of peace and confidence as you attempt something challenging, the ability to truly forgive someone who has wronged or harmed you. The ability to take on something that you know is going to be hard and will cost you at a personal level.
How is it that the Holy Spirit can inspire us in these ways?
For many it is simply the living out of Gospel Values. We know that values are an internalised sets of beliefs, or principles. They may or may not be seen in all our behaviour but in Christians there should be congruence between these Gospel Values and how you choose to live your life.
Being a member of the church I think it is important to highlight what Gospel values are and are not. Too often Christianity attributes to itself values that are not an accurate representation of what should be. Pity, judgment, niceness, are not values, not in the list. Nor is conserving tradition and keeping things as they have been. A balance has to be struck that honours the spark of God that is in all of us.
Simply put, we need each other. We cannot love without recklessly giving love, joy is not experienced if we only think of ourselves, peace does not manifest itself in our lives if we are distracted by getting and doing only what we want. We cannot have patience until we have learnt how to respect the dignity of others. We do not experience the gift of gentleness if we do not see and understand the needs of others. We cannot have the gift of self-control if we do not put the needs of others first. These gifts are the Holy Spirit dwelling in us all.
Nepal Orphanage AppealPlease keep Jo Bourchier and Lynne Rawson in your prayers as they continue their work in Nepal. Go to the Pulteney Website for updates and to donate http://www.pulteney.sa.edu.au/community/friends-of-pulteney/nepal-orphanage-appeal/
Baptism and Admission to CommunionThe ‘Admission to Communion’ service will take place in Wyatt Hall, Term 2, Week 10, Wednesday, 24 June 2015, beginning at 8.50 and followed by Morning Tea in the Prep School. Currently there are 12 students including baptisms expressing inter in Admission to Communion. Be in contact by next Friday, 5 June if you would like your child to be included. Please contact me with any questions. Term 3 will be a time of preparing for Confirmation.
Magdalene Centre The Pulteney community continues to be generous in its regular contributions. The Senior School is keen to launch a donations focus for the remainder of the term. Along with non-perishable long life food, blankets, scarves and beanies are also greatly appreciated at this time of the year to help homeless people sleeping rough at this time of year. Donations can be brought to the Chapel Foyer. Baskets have been labelled so that we can sort and care for your donations.
Chaplaincy Contact I can be contacted at any time. Email [email protected], phone 8216 5512 / 0434 297 879 or contact the school office
Paging PulteneyLooking for a babysitter or a tutor?
TuckshopPlease note hotdogs are unavailable until Term 3, thank you for your cooperation with this matter.
Kind regards, Teresa
Winter Sports & Activities Captains 2015Congratulations to the following students who have been selected as leaders in the following sports & activities
Boys Soccer – Captains: Ali Kaissi & James Cartwright
Football – Captain: Alex Redshaw Vice Captains: Will Bourchier, Ben Adams, Jack White
Basketball – Captain: James sibly, Vice Captain: Will Bourchier
Hockey – Captain: Mia Williams, Vice Captains: William Dieperink & Charlie Fewster
Netball – Captains: Phoebe Tubb & Jess Fielke
Badminton – Captain: Gwynne Martin
Debating – Captains: Luke Radford & Grace Nankivell
Chess – Captain: Calvin Heath
Cross Country – Captains: Matthew Gluyas, Tessa Manning – Vice Captains: Emma Kittel, James Cartwright
Nik Sacoutis, Head of Sport
Shared use walking and cycling path to the South ParklandsAdelaide City Council has advised that they are about to commence construction of a shared use walking and cycling path along the south side of South Terrace between Peacock Road and Unley Road.
These works will more formalise the existing un-sealed path alignment with a 2.5 -3 metre wide sealed asphalt with line marking, signage and improved crossing points for people who walk and ride.
Works are due to commence on Tuesday 2nd June and expected to be completed by mid July.
The council will maintain access between the school and the Parklands via the bridge at all times but have advised temporary on street parking conditions may be necessary and delays may be expected. Fines will be applicable for parking in restricted areas. As such traffic congestion is likely to be even more than usual and we ask that drivers are especially careful
Friends of Pulteney
Friends of Pulteney meetings are held monthly, 7:30pm.
Minutes and Agenda's for these meetings are emailed to the committee the week prior to meetings.
If you would like to receive minutes via email please contact [email protected]
and patient during drop off and pickups at this time.
Chris Cartwright, Property and Facilities Manager
FundraisingNext Tuesday June 2, there will be a casual clothes day fundraising event for students from ELC to Year 12. Students will be asked to bring a gold coin donation to place on the word RECONCILIATION in the quad. We thank you in advance for your contribution.
Mrs. Briony Franklin, Year 1 Teacher
Ms. Cathy Lange, Year 4 Teacher
Matthew Hume, Year 12 Student
Year 8 ImmunisationsReminder For Parents Of Year 8 StudentsTuesday 2 June 2015 – 2nd Visit
All participating Year 8 students are reminded that their immunisations will be held on the morning of Tuesday 2 June 2015 in Wyatt Hall. It is important that your child eats breakfast that morning and please ensure that your child wears their PE Uniform.
If students miss the immunisations parents will need to organise these immunisations through their GP or Health and Immunisation Management Services on 81520363.
Thank you.
Paul Ryan, Head of Middle School
Notice 2 - from Health and Immunisation Management ServicesDear Year 8 Parents/ Caregivers
Year 8 vaccinations 2nd Visit Tuesday 2nd June 2015
Year 8 students will be given the second dose of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV/ Gardasil) and a booster of Diphtheria, Tetanus and Whooping Cough.
Vaccinations will only be given if valid consent.
For any further enquiries please contact the immunisation provider Health and Immunisation Management Services on 81520363
WellbeingKnow Thy SelfSelf-awareness is important for the youth of today as they need to develop their capacity to deal with increasing complexities. There is evidence to suggest that the demands of life in modern society create situations in which people are increasingly finding themselves “in over their heads” (Kegan, 1994). This can be the catalyst for an individual to seek Psychological assistance.
Increasing an individual’s capacity to deal with complexity involves growth of the ‘whole’ person. Self-awareness is a critical component of this process. As Psychologists we work with individuals to assist them in enhancing their level of self-awareness. Although the word ‘self-awareness’ implies it is all about the “self ”, self-awareness is just as much about others as it is about the self. Without others, there is no way to know who we are.
A measure and model that we use highlights six processes involved in self-awareness, with each being very important for becoming increasingly more self-aware:
• internal awareness and understanding
• remaining in the present moment
• not being overly critical of oneself
• being able to see what is happening for other people
• being aware of how other people see you
• the ability to connect with yourself.
Importantly, self-awareness is a process. It is ongoing and no individual is ever completely self-aware. The practical implications of measuring an individual’s current level of self awareness and providing interventions to further develop this are invaluable, both in developing young learners as leaders for the future, and also for enhancing their personal growth, development and overall wellbeing.
Michelle Roesler & Chris Clements, Psychologists
Pulteney Grammar School190 South Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000
One lucky winner will be drawn in November,
Will it be you?
Enter the draw to win a pre-paid school fee voucher to the value of $22,100! Tickets are just $100 each and a maximum of 500 tickets will be sold
1st prize Pre-paid 2016 Pulteney Grammar School Tuition Fees (to a maximum ot $22,100 dependent on the year level tuition fees)
2nd to 5th prizes are a $500 voucher for the Pulteney Uniform ShopAll proceeds from this raffle support the good work of The Pulteney Foundation
Enter via the School’s website or www.trybooking.com/HNGH, T&Cs apply, please refer to www.pulteney.sa.edu.au/foundation/events/termsandconditions
Win a pre-paid school fee voucher to the value of $22,100 for just $100.
Licence No: M12934
Futures State Champion - Auction Idol competition 2015A huge congratulations to Grace Nankivell (KM12) who last week won the Grand Final of the 2015 Auction Idol competition. Grace has competed in the competition for the past 3 years,
and over that time, has developed her confidence, her ability to think quickly on her feet and her public speaking skills to a very high level. Grace has represented Pulteney in an outstanding manner, culminating in a faultless performance last week to win the competition. A very big thank you also to leading Adelaide auctioneer and real estate consultant, David Cocks (Pulteney Old Scholar), of Cocks Auld Real Estate, who has coached Grace in the skills of auctioneering over the past 2 years. Grace will now represent South Australia, at the inaugural Australasian final in Melbourne in August. We wish Grace all the best for this competition.
My Big Tomorrow websiteFor students seeking to explore future possible career areas, the My Big Tomorrow website is a great resource. The website is designed to help young Australians find out about different career areas, by providing up to date information plus an opportunity to experience a day in the life of someone doing particular jobs and find out how they got there. To begin exploring, go to http://www.mybigtomorrow.com.au/
Website information for exploring post-school optionsIn addition to the above information, the following websites may be useful for students wishing to explore their post-schooling options. http://www.whatdegreewhichuniversity.com/Home.aspxhttp://www.myfuture.edu.au/http://www.hobsonscoursefinder.com.auhttp://jobsearch.gov.au/Careers/pages/joboutlook.aspx (Career Quiz)http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/ (Apprenticeships and Traineeships)http://www.unisa.edu.au/future/ (Uni SA)http://www.adelaide.edu.au/whatsyourpreference/ (Adelaide University)http://www.flinders.edu.au/future-students/ (Flinders University)http://www.tafesa.edu.au/home.aspx (TAFESA)http://www.studyassist.gov.au/sites/StudyAssisthttp://www.abc.net.au/acedayjobs/http://www.alife.net.au
www.jobguide.education.gov.au
Changes to University Bonus Points Scheme - 2016 entryThe three SA universities have replaced their previous equity and subject bonus point schemes with two new bonus schemes for university entry from 2016 onwards. The new schemes will come in to operation for students studying Year 12 in 2015, who apply for entry to studies commencing in the 2016 university academic year. For specific information about the changes, go to http://www.satac.edu.au/documents/factsheet_sacentcet_saunisbonuspoints.pdf
Dentistry, Oral Health and Medicine at the University of Adelaide
– Sunday 31 MayThe Faculty of Health Sciences is providing an information session on their Dentistry, Oral Health and Medicine programs at the University of Adelaide. The session will be held on Sunday 31 May 2015 in The Braggs Lecture Theatre, North Terrace Campus. The Dentistry/Oral Health session is at 11am and the Medicine program at 1pm. Tours of the Dental Simulation Clinic and Robin Warren Clinical Skills Facility are available before and after the sessions. Places are limited and registrations to attend are required. Register at http://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/discover-your-future-in-dentistry-oral-health-and-medicine-tickets-16854209394. The sessions will be recorded and uploaded to the Faculty YouTube channel post event for anyone who is unable to attend.
UMAT – registration closes soonYear 12 students interested in applying for Medicine, Dentistry and other related health courses are advised that they are required to sit the UMAT test on Wednesday 29 July 2015. The UMAT is a test that is used for entry into medicine and related courses in Australia and New Zealand. A number of organisations offer UMAT preparation courses, and details of these courses are available in the Futures Office. Students are required to do their own research into which course, if any, they wish to complete. Many previous Pulteney students have completed UMAT preparation courses, however, it is the opinion of ACER (the UMAT test developers) and the Universities, that preparation tests are not required. UMAT applications are now open and students MUST register if they wish to sit the UMAT. Registrations close Friday 5 June. Details of the UMAT, and courses that require it, can be found at www.umat.acer.edu.au. Students are advised to download a copy of the 2015 UMAT Information Booklet from this site. Applicants are reminded that on the test day, they will be required to show one form of photo-bearing identification, details of which are on the website.
Australian Defence Forces (ADF) Careers Expo and Information
seminarsThe ADF Careers Expo offers an opportunity to see and hear from today’s military leaders and is an ideal chance to gain insights into the multitude of defence careers available. The Expo is being held on Thursday 11 to Saturday 13 June 2015 at the Adelaide showgrounds, in the Goyder Pavilion. For more information email [email protected] or phone (08) 8402 5608. In addition to the Expo, the Defence Force are holding several information session over the coming months. Please see dates and topics below. All session are held at Defence Force Recruiting, 191 Pulteney Street, Adelaide.
Thursday 18 June – ADF Careers
Thursday 25 June – Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA)
Adelaide ‘Bond with Bond’ Information Evening – June 15, 6pmStudents interested in applying to Bond University are advised that applications are now open. Each year, Bond University offers 50% Collegiate Scholarships to two Pulteney Year 12 students. Year 12 students have been emailed detailed information about the process of application for these scholarships, which involves an online application to Bond University and also an internal school application. Bond University also offer a number of full-fee and part-fee scholarships to Australia’s best and brightest students. To learn more about Bond University, FEE-HELP, financing a degree and the scholarships on offer, parents and students are invited to attend an Information Evening on Monday 15 June, 6 – 8pm at the Adelaide Hilton, 233 Victoria Square. To register, go to http://bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/see-yourself/bond-bond or contact Jennifer Latorre on 0437 024 134 or [email protected].
In addition to attending the information night, students wanting to apply for the many Bond University scholarships online are encouraged to go to http://www.bond.edu.au/scholarships to explore their options. If applying to Bond University, students will need to attach the following information to their application:• a recent photograph • their full resume
• all supporting documentation outlined in the selection guide for each scholarship
• certified copies of school reports and academic transcripts
Students will also be required to provide a letter of reference from a nominated person from Pulteney. Applications for all Bond University scholarships close on 31 July. The Admissions Manager for SA is Ms Jennifer Latorre and she can be contacted by email at [email protected].
Tertiary Studies and Careers Expo – Sunday 14 June and Monday
15 JuneThe Tertiary Studies & Careers Expo (TSCEA) is a comprehensive event, being held at the Adelaide Convention Centre on North Terrace, on Sunday 14 June, 10.00am – 4.00pm and Monday 15 June, 9.30am – 1.30pm. Admission is free. All Year 10, 11 and 12 students (and their parents) are strongly encouraged to attend, to explore their future career options. There are many exhibitors, including representatives from all Universities in South Australia, plus some from interstate and overseas, Private Education Colleges, TAFE SA, Government Agencies, Professional Associations, Local and National Employers and the Defence Forces. For more information, go to http://www.careersevent.com/tscea/. This is a valuable ‘one stop’ event and any student considering studying post Year 12 will benefit from attending the expo. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win an apple watch, which is an additional incentive!
The International College of Hotel Management Career Week and
Open DayThe International College of Hotel Management (ICHM) at Regency Park runs a ‘Career Week’ program during the July and September holiday periods. It is a ‘live in’ introduction to the Hotel Management/Business course offered by ICHM. Information brochures and application forms are available from the Futures Office, or email [email protected]. In addition to the Career Week, ICHM will also hold an Open Day on Sunday 16 August at 2.30pm. For more information on ICHM go to www.ichm.edu.au or phone 8228 3612.
University and TAFE Open Days – 14 to 16 AugustOpen days at University and TAFE are a fantastic way for students and their families to explore post-schooling options. This year, Adelaide University, UniSA and Adelaide TAFE, will be open on Sunday 16 August, with Flinders University open on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 August. Please put these dates in your diary, as I would strongly encourage all Year 10, 11 and 12 students, who are considering TAFE and University options, to attend. Timetables and more information will be available closer to the date, or on the respective institutions websites.
If you have any questions regarding careers, please feel free to contact me on [email protected], 0400 477 512 or 8216 5553.
Year 7 – 12 Footballers.If your number is coming off your football top please give to Mr Richard Sexton the Football Co-ordinator on Monday the 25/4/15 at the end of Recess washed and clean so that they can be repaired before your next match.
Have a great weekend. Jenny Hewitson, Shop Manager.
Senior Sport Notices
FootballPossibly the last thing our camp-weary year 9 footballers wanted to do on Saturday was slide out of bed to a chilly Saturday morning game on Vaughton Oval – but slide they did! The year 8/9 boys took control early with an eight goal opening stanza against a younger group from St Peters. Coach Lane was able to move his players around and rotated personnel by creating a bench of two and, with the pressure off Isaac Pearce decided that high marking would be the order of the day, keeping the spectators entertained!
Better was to follow however as the year 6/7’s took to the field after a heavy loss last week. This was to be the game of the round as the navy blues took an early lead, only to stagnate, scoring one goal in the next two quarters going into the last change 6 points down! Whatever coaches Laity and Frick said at the final break needs to be bottled as all players came out focussed and determined, kicking four straight goals to one and winning by 9 points! What was even more remarkable however was that the players actually got halfway through the song before forgetting the words – clearly more practice required !!
There was no singing at Nazareth unfortunately. After a bright start, our 1st XVIII boys succumbed to the pressure of the opposition who played the small ground better. Again Pulteney started well however the lead had evaporated by half time, the Blues down by 2 points. After a re-examination of priorities, our firsts emerged from the sheds determined to do better and managed to pull ahead thanks to a couple of prodigious goals from Will Bourchier, alas we could not sustain the effort at the required level and faltered in the face of an eight goal final quarter from our hosts.
All games are at home this weekend starting with a 2nd XVIII game on Wednesday afternoon at home against St Peters. Come along and get behind our footballers!
Richard Sexton, Football Co-ordinator
Results1st XVIII lost to Nazareth: 18:11 (119) to 21:16 (142)
2nd XVIII – play Wednesday 27 May
Year 8/9: defeated St Peters 18:11 (119) to 1:1 (8) Year 6/7: defeated Sacred Heart: 8:5 (53) to 6:8 (44)
Cross CountryMay 20th Hosted by Mercedes
Primary Boys
Pat Winter 3rd
Primary Girls
Maddy Stephenson 3rd
Chanel Borrelli 4th
Junior Boys
Elliot Bell 5th
Senior Boys
Matthew Gluyas 1st
Please Note: There has been a change to the schedule due to circumstances beyond our control. August 5th is to be hosted by Sacred heart at Shepherd’s Hill Reserve and August 12th is to be hosted by Pulteney at home.
DebatingYear 5
Pulteney Grammar School Blue 5 defeated Colonel Light Gardens Primary School
Topic: That cats are better than dogs.
Year 6/7
Pulteney Grammar School Blue 6/7 defeated East Adelaide School Blue 6/7
Topic: That Santa should slim down.
Year 8
Pulteney Grammar School Blue 8 defeated Unley High School Blue 8
Topic: That tabacco should be banned.
Year 9
Glenunga International High School Red 9 defeated Pulteney Grammar School Blue 9
Topic: That Anchorage’s “Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race” should be permanently cancelled.
Year 10
Pulteney Grammar School Blue 10 defeated by Glenunga International High School Blue 10
Topic: That medical use of marijuana should be legalised.
Senior Debating
Pulteney Grammar School White S defeated Cardijn College Green S
Topic: That Amy should not have been disciplined.
Pulteney Grammar School Blue S defeated Roma Mitchell Secondary College White S
Topic: That Amy should not have been disciplined
Basketball one ninety
1st V lost to Sacred Heart College 22-92
We were beaten by a very strong team who played committed basketball. We were held scoreless in the first quarter despite having some good opportunities and worked into our offense over the remainder of the game as we handled their pressure a little better. J Sibly worked hard with some bright spots from Randell, Hore, Sipek and Athanasas. We have some tough assignments coming up but our ability to work our way back into the contests will be vital for our future success.
2nd V lost to Sacred Heart College 21-36
We found ourselves down very early and then held our own for the remainder of the match. Genborg, J Rule and M Rule worked hard and Edwards, Lumsden and Bell hustled well on the boards. There were still some positive signs for this group as their game plan continues to develop.
3rd V lost to Sacred Heart College 46 - 17
Up against a strong side, we battled hard. Thomson provided strong rebounding all game long. After figuring out their trap defense we got into our structures led by Huynh and Bai and saw some very promising things come out of it. Great inside efforts from Bell and Edwards, and movement off the ball from Bertozzi and Heal.
4th V lost to Scotch College 26-35
The 4th V had a lo scoring affair to begin the game, as both sides struggled to get any rhythm going at the offensive end of the floor. At the beginning of the second quarter Scotch managed to get the jump on us, putting on 12 unanswered points by the same player who appeared to be in the zone. The boys did a really good job of getting back the ascendency in the game especially considering they were playing with no bench. Lachlan Rawson provided good hustle and Athan Economos did a fantastic job of putting regular points on the board whilst Albert Gu kept giving us opportunities to score by gathering plenty of offensive rebounds. Unfortunately we ended up just short of victory but the boys can be proud of their efforts. Focus at training this week is to develop our ball handling skills and finishing our free throws.
Middle School
Middle A’s defeated Gleeson College
Middle A boys started off sluggish yet came out 12 point winners. Much like the Bs weren’t able to put the game away early, yet to their credit finished hard and came out with a good win with all boys putting in for a great team effort.
Middle B’s lost to Gleeson College 23-26.
Middle B boys after putting in 1 good quarter of basketball fell short by 3 points to Gleeson. 4 good quarters from us would have put us in a good spot but something to work on for weeks to come.
Middle C’s forfeited to Gleeson College
Disappointingly the Middle C’s did not have enough players to fill a team this week, which was very unfortunate for those who made the effort to journey out to Golden Grove for their match.
BadmintonSenior A Lost to Pembroke 5 games to 1
Doubles
Gwynne and Daisy 19-21
Mia and Kate 12-21
Singles
Gwynne 18-21
Daisy 13-21
Mia 21-15
Kate 4-21
Senior C lost to pembroke 4 games to 0
Doubles
Anu and Shaurrya 13-21
Singles
Erin 15-21
Anu 15-21
Shaurrya 4-21
HockeyPulteney First XI defeated Glenunga International High School 3-2
The First XI, who actually played with 11 players for the first time this season, had another good win on the weekend. At half time the scores were equal at 1-1, but Pulteney ‘pulled up their socks’ in the second half and dominated the play. Matthew Hume, who before this season had not played hockey, displayed a natural competitiveness and with his hockey skills developing is becoming an important member of the First XI. Thank you to Srinivas Sakibanda for taking to the pitch to ensure The Pulteney team had 11 on the field. James van der Stelt who has injured shoulder was unable to play but it was fantastic to see him out on Saturday morning to watch and support his team mates.
Goal Scorers: Will Dieperink ,Charlie Fewster – 2
Middle School lost to Saint Ignatius College 0-7
With the Year 9 players on camp, The Middle School teams’ composition was slightly compromised during their game against Saint Ignatius on Wednesday afternoon. Callum Menadue exhibited a sophisticated style of play as he sped through the centre on a number of occasions but unfortunately was unable to convert his shots in the circle into goals. David Semaan showed he is again a ‘team player’ by padding up as goal keeper. The score-line did not reflect the effort and enthusiasm of the players and I commend all players on their efforts.
Prep Sport NoticesHorse RidingCourtney Munro, Yr 6, represented Pulteney at Equestrian Australia Interschool State Champs on the weekend and had a very successful event. She placed first in the CT 80 cm and second in the CT 65 cm.
This qualifies her for the State Team to head to Sydney for the Nationals in September.
We congratulate Courtney and wish her well for September.
Golf – SAPSASAAny students in Yrs 5,6,7 who would like to attend a “student try out and qualifying day” at the North Adelaide Golf Course on Wednesday June 10 should see Mr Davis for an information pack or email [email protected] Nominations are due in Monday June 1.
Friday 5 June 7pm at The Grand Chifley 208 South Terrace.Join us at this fabulous fundraising event for Mother Rajans Orphanage in Kathmandu. Through the incredible generosity of The Grand Chifley every cent of the ticket price will go to the orphanage.
The Friends of Pulteney in association with The Grand Chifley invites you to The Orphanage Fundraising Dinner
There are only 180 seats so it will be a sell out, with the 3 course meal including fine wines, beer and soft drinks.Tickets are just $100 per head for adults and $50 for students.Book on line at http://www.trybooking.com/HVTL
Applications invited from Year 11 students for the National Youth Science Forum
to be held in January 2016 The 12-day NYSF Program enables participants - students about to start their final year of high school - to “test drive" and make informed decisions about courses and careers in science. Participants gain an insider's view of campus life and how university study connects with careers. Workshops and field trips provide hands-on experience in real projects with top research scientists and engineers from industry and major research institutions. Above all, the students build friendship links and networks that will continue through their studies and far into their later professional and personal lives! What will I do at the National Youth Science Forum? You will: • Live on campus in Canberra. • Visit laboratories of interest to you and learn about their research. • Visit other laboratories to learn about collaboration and other areas of science. • Visit industry and research sites to see science, technology and engineering in the workplace. • Meet other like-minded students. • Talk to leading academic and industry researchers and scientists about their work and careers. • Learn about our supporting partners and the work they conduct. • Discuss and debate emerging science and its impact on our community. • Form life-long friendships and begin to build professional networks. • Report to your home communities about the program, and the importance of science in our everyday lives. W ho can apply? Any year 11 student who is • Interested in a career in science, technology and engineering. • Planning to do a science, technology or engineering course at an Australian university. • An Australian citizen or has permanent residency status. • Achieving good marks in science, but also has other interests and skills.
“I really like science but I’m not the number one student in my class...”
Applicants DO NOT need to be at the top of the science classes, as long as you can demonstrate an obvious passion and commitment to science subjects. It is important that you have a broad range of interests, both extra-curricular and academic. Information leaflets and other information, including Application Forms, are available online at the website: http://www.nysf.edu.au, or see Mr Drogemuller (Head of Science) for brochures and information.
Applications close on 31 May 2015.
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SCIENCE OPPORTUNITY FOR YEAR 9-10 STUDENTS
The Siemens Science Experience, a three-day hands-on science, engineering and technology program, will be conducted again in Australian universities in 2015 for students in Years 9 & 10. Each program includes a wide variety of practical activities, together with interesting presentations by leading scientists and engineers.
The South Australian dates are:University of Adelaide 9th – 11th DecemberFlinders University 1st – 3rd DecemberUniSA 8th – 10th December
This is a Rotary Youth Services Project and fully supported by the Australian Science Teachers Association and Young Scientists of Australia. The cost of the three-day program is $120 (includes GST). Local Rotary clubs are often willing to pay this fee.
Further information and application forms are available fromMr. Drogemuller (Head of Science), Rotary clubs and from www.scienceexperience.com.au. Early application is advised.
Date: 30 September—2 October, 2015 Time: 9:30-4:00pm Cost: $195 for 3 days of workshops and course materials . Special
financial consideration may be given to country students and students who would be precluded by financial constraints.
Cost for family or school members of GTCASA: $160 (GTCASA membership number will be required).
To register your interest: please send the following details to [email protected] School/family name and postal address Contact name, e-mail and telephone number/s You will be sent a nomination form plus detailed information about the range of workshops being held. Alternatively, register online here: http://gtcasa.asn.au/workshops/youth-workshop/
