Volume 33 Number 6 19 May 2017
We would like to thank Mr Tony Kelly Assistant Director of the Catholic Schools Office, and our special
guest Professor Andrew Boyle, Head of Cardiovascular Medicine at John Hunter Hospital to the Year 12
Semester 1 Academic Awards Ceremony. Our special thanks also to the parents who attended the Awards
Ceremony.
Congratulations to the following students who participated in the ceremony:
Lili Flook and Ebony Thompson who read the ‘Welcome to Country’
St Francis Xavier’s College Choir who sang an ancient hymn to Mary the Sub Tuum
Eilish O’Malley singing, and Deadra Rego playing acoustic guitar, performed “I See Fire” by Ed
Sheeran
Jonathon Rodd performing an electric guitar solo “Tornado of Souls” by Megadeath
Congratulations to the College students who received three or more awards.
Six Award Recipient
Connor McRae
First Place: Mathematics Extension 1
Equal First Place: Catholic Studies
Second Place: English Standard
Second Place: Physics
Academic Achievement: Biology
Academic Achievement: PDHPE
Five Award Recipients
Eulalia Angeli
First Place: English Extension 1
First Place: French Beginners
Equal First Place: Legal Studies
Equal First Place: Studies of Religion 1 Unit
Academic Achievement: English Advanced
Rose Cousins
First Place: Drama
Equal First Place: English Extension 2
Second Place: Mathematics General 2
Academic Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Academic Achievement: English Advanced
Alexander Edwards
First Place: Mathematics Extension 2
First Place: Physics
First Place: Software and Design Development
Equal First Place: Legal Studies
Third Place: Catholic Studies
Megan Purkiss
First Place: Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Equal First Place: Biology
Second Place: Chemistry
Equal Third Place: English Advanced
Academic Achievement: Mathematics
Year 12 Semester 1 Academic
Awards Ceremony
Four Award Recipients
Tegan Bryde
First Place: Chemistry
First Place: Community and Family Studies
Equal First Place: Biology
Academic Achievement: Mathematics
Ashleigh Thomson
Equal First Place: Biology
Second Place: Society and Culture
Third Place: Chemistry
Academic Achievement: Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Three Award Recipients
Vincent Bush
Second Place: Mathematics Extension 1
Third Place: Physics
Academic Achievement: English Standard
Shelby Candian
First Place: PDHPE
Academic Achievement: Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Academic Achievement: English Advanced
Harrison Crook
First Place: Business Studies
Equal First Place: Catholic Studies
Academic Achievement: Biology
Harrison Dal Molin
Second Place: PDHPE
Equal Second Place: Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Academic Achievement: English Advanced
Tallis Haydon
Equal First Place: English Advanced
Academic Achievement: Studies of Religion 2 Unit
Academic Achievement: Legal Studies
Hamish McKie
Second Place: Economics
Academic Achievement: Legal Studies
Academic Achievement: Modern History
Amelia Mernagh
First Place: Engineering Studies
Equal First Place: Studies of Religion 1 Unit
Academic Achievement: English Standard
Lara Phillips
First Place: Ancient History
First Place: Modern History
Equal First Place: English Advanced
The College also acknowledges all those students
who have applied themselves fully,
but who were not award recipients.
English Extension 2 Students
Meet Local Writer On Monday, 8 May, local writer Janette Hankinson
attended the English Extension 2 class from 3:15 to 5pm
and discussed her experiences of writing several novels
in the past few years, using the pen name Jaye Ford.
Janette explained her creative process when drafting and
editing her own novels, then workshopped ideas for the
students to finish their HSC Major Works, which are due
in August. The students were very interested and
appreciative of the advice Janette offered, especially
how to overcome the dreaded “writer’s block”!
On behalf of the students, and class teachers Mrs Zina
Zajac and Mrs Carole Houston, we would like to thank
Janette for generously giving her valuable time and
offering her skills and advice to the students.
Mrs Carole Houston
English Coordinator
The thrill of the theatre, there’s nothing quite like
it; from goose bumps to laughs, from exhilaration
to tears, you can experience it all.
On the weekend of May 12th-14th, Mr Campbell
and his cast of Yr 12 Drama students performed
the annual school production, which this year was
Moliere’s ‘The Miser.’ Fortunately there weren’t
too many tears at the show (apart from the
distraught protagonist of course) rather applause,
and the odd chuckle as a bonus.
Theatre incorporates its audience like no other art
form can and the Playhouse patrons were totally
engrossed by this production. I even think
someone walked out with an extra 20c in their
back pocket.
Supported by a groovy band that made many
glorious Seinfeld references, and hosted at the
Civic Playhouse, the performance was a real
testament to the crew’s hard work, enthusiasm,
zeal and diligence. I take my hat off to a great
performance and advise everyone to keep their
eyes out for what’s in store next year.
Vincent Bush
Year 12 Student
Q & A with San Clemente High School and
St Pius X High School Students
‘The Ensemble’
‘The Band’
‘The Cast’
HARMONIES
This year, DioSounds has a focus on “Broadway
Melodies and Hollywood Harmonies”. To be held at the
nostalgic Civic Theatre, our 2017 production will
showcase the talents of over 500 student performers
from across all 11 secondary schools in our Diocese.
Memorable musical moments will be revisited when
each school performs on Thursday, 8 May. Each school
has selected repertoire that captures the essence of live
stage performance. From Dolly Parton to Tim Minchen,
from Dirty Dancing to La La Land and music realised
by dance, “DioSounds – Broadway Melodies and
Hollywood Harmonies” is set to entertain us all!
Tickets will be available for
purchase through the official
Ticketek website
.http://premier.ticketek.com.au/
Our St Francis Xavier’s College students will be
performing the following pieces:
White Cockatoo Spirit Dance
The Climb
Reapers
and
A Head Full of Dreams
Students will have their technical rehearsal on
Wednesday, 7 June at the Civic Theatre. They will
then perform two separate performances on Thursday, 8
June, a matinee performance for primary schools only
and an evening performance (open to public) at 6:30pm.
A permission note, with a detailed itinerary, will be sent
home next week.
Note: for the evening performance, all students must
be collected by their parents/ guardians immediately
after the performance from the Civic Theatre.
It would be wonderful if all family and friends could
attend the evening performance to witness the talents of
our students here at the College.
We will look forward to seeing you all there.
Mr Luke Baker and Mrs Melissa Wattus
College Music Staff
a n d
Y e ar
Term 2 Year 12 Retreats
Monday, 22 May until Wednesday, 24 May
Year 12 Study Day Thursday, 25 May
Year 12 Study Day or
Major Work Day as organised by teachers Friday, 26 May
Y e a r
Term 2 Year 11 Mid-Course Exams
Monday, 22 May until Wednesday, 31 May
These exams commence on Monday, 22 May and
conclude on Wednesday, 31 May. Students will
be emailed an examination timetable and receive a
hard copy. Please be advised that as per our
Assessment Policy leave will not be granted
during exam blocks, therefore students should
carefully check commitments during this 8 day
period.
Enrolment Form and Enrolment Payment Tax Form
are available on the
St Francis Xavier’s College Home Page
go to Quicklinks (shown at the bottom of the page)
click on Enrolment Application
When the Enrolment Form and Enrolment
Payment Tax Form are completed
please email to
or post to Enrolment Committee, St Francis
Xavier’s College, PO Box 300, Hamilton 2303
Or please contact the College for an enrolment package to be mailed.
Diocesan
On Thursday, 27 April, four teams represented the
College at the Diocesan Touch Football Carnival in
Maitland. All students played incredibly well and
represented the College with great pride.
Our Girls’ A Division Team played extremely well and
was undefeated in all of their games, smashing their
Grand Final opponents 7-0.
Our Year 12 Boys’ Team unfortunately went down in
their Grand Final having previously been undefeated in
their pool.
Our Year 11/12 Boys’ Team and Division B Girls’
Team played extremely well, with many players new to
the Sport. All teams played admirably showing great
sportsmanship.
The following students have been selected to compete as
part of the Diocesan Open Touch Team in the NSWCCC
Touch Championships May 23-24.
Phoebe Maguire
Erin Cullen
Maya Stewart
Jess Wilson
A massive thank you needs to go to our coaches Mr
Nick Dalton, Mr Rowan Kelly and Mrs Amanda
Corrigan for all their time and effort.
Mrs Amanda Corrigan
Sports Coordinator
SFX
R E P O R T
R E P O R T
Year 11 / 12 Boys’ Team
Year 12 Boys’ Team
Girls’ Divison A Team
Girls’ Division B Team
On Thursday, 27 April, a squad of 30 boys’ coached by Mr Paul Dan, competed at the Rugby Union
Hawthorne Shield Tournament at Hunter Valley Grammar, Maitland. The boys’ made the Finals, however,
went down in the dying minutes of the game to Merewether High School. Most Valuable Player (MVP) of
the day was Connor Mulhearn.
The following week, our Rugby students backed up competing in Newcastle’s local Rugby
7’s Tournament. Approximately 60 students, consisting of three boys’ teams and a girls’
team competed at Merewether High School on Thursday, 4 May and played for the local
bragging rights against Newcastle High School, Merewether High School, Callaghan
College and Hunter River High School.
All of our students competed incredibly well and made it through to respective semi-finals.
Our girls’ team were the Female Champions of the day bringing home the inaugural ‘Dish’,
finishing off undefeated and proving to be fierce and tough competitors. Two of our boys’
teams unfortunately went down in the finals with fatigue setting in. This left our final boys’
team, dubbed the ‘Immortals’ by self-appointed Captain Coach Year 12 student Kelly
Byrne, to finish 3rd overall bringing home the Bowl. However, possibly the best match of the
day was when two of our boys’ teams played each other for the ultimate schoolyard
bragging rights. A very intense and entertaining game to watch.
MVP’s of the day:
Boys’ A Team- Jai Robbins and Hamish McKee
Boys’ B Team- Jack Smith
Boys’ C Team- Kelly Byrne
Girls’ Team- Nicole Nathan
A big thank you goes out to our staff who coached and managed the teams on the day, Mr Paul Dan, Mr
Matt Priest, Mrs Amanda Corrigan and Mrs Louise Fanning.
Hawthorne Shield
Girls’ Rugby 7’s
S t a t e C u p
Our Girls’ team have continued their undefeated streak!
The team, captained by Year 12 Student Jess Wilson, and coached by
Mr Paul Dan, competed last Friday, 12 May in the Qualifying Round of
the NSW State Cup at Marcellin Fields, Lorn.
The girls’ showed great skill and teamwork scoring some impressive
breakaway tries. They are now preparing and looking forward to
competing at the NSW State Cup in Week 10 this term.
Thank you to Mr Paul Dan for training and coaching the team.
NORTHERN
Finn Carlin and Jordan Mackellar, two of our Year 11 students, travelled to Smithtown as part of
the Diocesan Open Boys’ Rugby League Team to play and trial for the Northern Rugby League Team.
The boys’ were an integral part of the Diocesan Team that defeated Lismore Diocese.
Finn Carlin’s tremendous effort was rewarded with selection into the Northern NSW Rugby League
Team. Finn will now progress through the Rugby League pathway representing Northern Country
NSW at the NSWCCC State Championships on 18-19 May.
Finn Carlin and Jordan Mackellar
LtoR Jacob Foy, Michael Kelly, William Dundas, Keith Moody,
Jess Rogers, Madeline Norton and Laura Slatter
Imogen Mahony
D i o c e s a n
On Tuesday, 16 May, eight of our students competed at the Diocesan
Tennis Tournament in Broadmeadow.
All students competed incredibly well and progressed through several
rounds of Tennis. In our boys’ team, all players made it through to the
Semi-Finals with Keith Moody and Michael Kelly playing each other
in the Final.
Our girls’ team achieved similar results, with several girls’ making it
through to the Finals and Imogen Mahony progressing through the
Grand Slam.
Unfortunately, the very talented Laura Slatter succumbed to injury and
was unable to play her Finals round.
All of our students have progressed through to the NSWCCC Tennis
Championships on Monday, 5 June in Bathurst. We wish them all the
best at CCC and would like to thank Ms Geraldine Hook for stepping
into the role of Tennis Coach and Manager.
On Thursday, 4 May, eleven SFX students attended the Diocesan Cross Country at Glenbawn Dam. It was
an early start but well worth the effort. All SFX students showed a healthy competitive spirit on the day and
conducted themselves in an exemplary manner. It was a pleasure to travel with such a good humoured and
well-mannered group.
A notable mention should go to Rose Davies who won the Girls’ 18 Years event by a streak! Grace Hood,
Lily Hewitt, Hannah Downes and Lucie Fityus successfully won a spot in the NSW CCC event for the
Girls’ 17 Years. Alex Clinton ran into 2nd place with Harrison Johnson and Isaac Clifford not far behind
in the Boys’ 17 Years event. Keith Moody and Michael Kelly also made it through to NSW CCC for the
Boys 18 Years event.
Well done to all those involved and good luck at NSWCCC to be held at Eastern Creek on Friday, 2 June.
Thank you to our accompanying staff, Ms Olivia Gollan, Team Manager and Mr Justin Welbourne and
intern Ms Samantha Friend for assisting on the day.
D i o c e s a n
Commonwealth Success! Emily Whelan has jumped her
way to her greatest success thus
far!
Emily has recently qualified for
the Youth Commonwealth Games,
July 19-23, and will be travelling
to the Bahamas wearing the green
and gold to represent Australia in
High Jump.
Emily is a highly accomplished athlete and has been balancing the demands of
the HSC with a rigorous training and competition schedule for the last six
months.
Emily is currently ranked equal third in the World for U18 High Jump and is
the current U17 State Champion and U18 Australian Junior Champion. She
has jumped a whopping 1.80m, setting this as her new PB and aiming to
improve her jump for the Commonwealth Games.
We are all very excited for Emily and wish to congratulate her on her success
so far. We wish her all the best in the Youth Commonwealth Games. She will
certainly have the entire SFX Community cheering her on.
Upcoming Sport Events
There are some Representative Sport opportunities for NSWCCC and Diocesan Sport:
CCC Touch Football Championships (May 23-24)
CCC Tennis Championships (June 5)
Diocesan Football Gala Day (June 15)
CCC Cross Country Championships (June 16)
CCC Basketball Championships (June 19-20)
Emily Whelan
St Francis Xavier's College
Phone Number: 02 4961 2863
Facsimile Number: 02 4961 2384
Student Service Phone Number: 02 4961 2110
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.hamilton.catholic.edu.au
Student Services
Hours: 8:00 am until 3:10 pm
Telephone: 4961 2110
Email [email protected]
All student related phone calls can be made directly to the Student Services. If the phone
is unattended please leave a message.
From the Finance Office
REMINDER
Your Term 2 statement was issued
on 2 May. Statements were sent
home by email, the subject was ‘St
Francis Xavier’s College Term 2
Fee Statement’, sender details:
Please ensure emails from the
College do not go directly to your
spam account. It is your
responsibility to ensure you
receive the statement. If you have
not received an email please
contact the Finance Office
immediately.
Payment is due by 23 May 2017.
However, if you are making
regular payments by direct debit or
BPAY the statement is for your
information, but please note
accounts must be finalised no
later than end of Term 4, 15
December for Year 11 students
and end of Term 3, 22
September for Year 12 students.
If you are making regular
instalments a calculator has been
provided St Francis Xavier's
College Fee calculator to enable
you to check your payments will
finalise your account by the
required date. Alternatively please
contact the Finance Office to assist
you in calculating a weekly,
fortnightly or monthly payment or
if you have not yet finalised your
Term 1 account.
Diocesan Pastoral Contribution Please return the letter indicating your decision regarding the voluntary
contribution. This item is notarised on your statement BUT IS NOT included
in the amount owing. If returning the payment slip with you card details
please ensure you clearly indicate whether you are paying the voluntary
contribution.
Paid ($)
Amount owing 939.36
Voluntary Contribution 50.00
Total including Voluntary Contribution 989.36
If you have elected to contribute please return the letter which was sent on 7
February to ensure voluntary contributions are correctly recorded. In the
absence of a letter confirming this we are unable to determine whether
payments made include the contribution and payments received will be
credited to your fees.
Method of Payment Options
QKR is now our preferred option
to receive school fees Details of which are available on our website St Francis
Xavier's College website. Please take the time to read
the information and download the App as this provides
a secure method of paying for excursions, activities and
fees.
Alternatively payments can be made by BPAY,
the Biller Code and Reference Number can be
found on your statement.
Excursions and sport payments cannot be paid via BPAY but can be paid
using the QKR App.
Credit Card / EFTPOS: The College
accepts Mastercard or Visa only. Please be
aware that if you are paying by credit card you
can email, fax, post or telephone your credit
card details to the College. An authorisation slip
is provided at the bottom of your statement each term.
In Person: Parents are welcome to pay directly at the Finance Office
between 8:30am and 3pm. Students can only pay before the start of school and
in their lunch and recess breaks.
Direct Debit: Please contact the Finance Office.
Finance Office Hours
8:30 am to 3:00 pm – Monday to Friday
College Fees
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