As mentioned last term, we are excited to officially invite you to our very first Community Christmas Carols event! We are joining St Patrick’s Primary School, St Patrick’s Parish, and St Joseph’s College to bring together an evening that will truly capture the magic of the Christmas season. It’s going to be a night filled with festive fun, joyful performances, and wonderful community spirit—and we’d love to see your whole family there!  See the flyer below for more information.    

MOVEMBER - The moustache is calling.  Students, parents, community and staff are encouraged to join the Eddies Team again this year by signing up under the Eddies page – see the QR code on the poster. This Movember, whether you decide to grow any style of Mo or move for mental health, your efforts will contribute to raising funds and awareness for men’s health. Students have the option to: Join the team and grow a mo Move for Movember Donate to the team (Waterford contribution: $20 donation min = 2 hours - maximum 5 hours) If you choose to Move for Movember – see website for further details or have a chat with any of the Spirituality, Liturgy and Social Justice Portfolio leaders – Kaine Hieber, Jesse Mantell, Harvey Olsen and Logan Treble. We welcome our parents and community to also join and or support the Team.

On Monday 14 October, Year 10, accompanied by 13 enthusiastic staff members, headed to the Snowy Mountains. Our first stop was Suttons Forest McDonald’s to fuel up for the exciting week ahead, followed by a stretch break in Cooma, and then we arrived at our base camp, ALI Bungarra in Jindabyne. Tuesday greeted us with a chilly start, reminding us we were in the snowy mountains. The boys quickly engaged in the activities, which included a raft challenge on Lake Jindabyne, abseiling near the Jindabyne Dam, a hike up Mt Twynam - Australia's third highest mountain at 2,195 meters - and mountain biking. From Tuesday to Thursday evenings, four groups camped overnight in tents in Kosciuszko National Park, either at Island Bend or Thredbo Diggings. Fortunately, the weather was milder on Wednesday and Thursday, perfect for shorts and t-shirts. Each day, the boys faced physical challenges and rose to the occasion, though a few moans and groans - which goes with teenage territory - could be heard. The food was plentiful, and the boys expressed their gratitude. We witnessed some remarkable individual achievements as students overcame their fears, and many demonstrated incredible perseverance and resilience. As a whole, I couldn't be prouder of the entire cohort. Watching the boys shine outside the classroom and engage with one another in a supportive manner was truly rewarding. A big thank you to Mrs Kellie Atkinson for her exceptional administrative support and to the wonderful staff who cared for the boys throughout the week: Mrs Henderson, Mr Foster, Mr Isbester, Mr Kane, Mr Le Page, Mr Lynch, Mr Mills, Mr Gentle, Mr Papi, Mr Karakatsanis, Mr Buxton and Mr E Rozario. Year 10 Pastoral Leader Mr McCauley   [smallgallery fooid="56054"]    

This semester, the English Faculty had the pleasure of hosting several exciting incursion events that brought literature and language to life for our students. Year 10 students delved into the world of Wilfred Owen’s poetry with the help of Poetry in Action, who presented the dynamic show Words of War. This powerful performance showcased some of Owen's most iconic poems, including Dulce et Decorum Est and Anthem for Doomed Youth. Through this engaging performance, students gained a greater appreciation of Owen’s work and were encouraged to critically examine the impacts of war through his poetic lens. For Year 9, Poetry in Action returned with Riots & Revolutions!, an energetic introduction to speech writing. This captivating performance featured iconic speeches such as Greta Thunberg’s climate plea, Charlie Chaplin’s call for unity, and Malala Yousafzai’s fight for education. Students were introduced to Aristotle’s modes of persuasion—ethos, pathos, and logos—and explored how powerful language can inspire and drive change. Both Year 7 and 8 students were treated to The Poets’ Quest!, a humorous and educational show that brought essential poetic techniques to life. From rhyme and rhythm to imagery and theme, this performance was a thrilling mix of excitement and learning, designed to ignite a passion for poetry in our youngest learners. Each of these incursion events not only entertained our students but also deepened their understanding of the transformative power of language and literature. Book in a Day Competition  At the end of Term 2, St Edward's College held its first-ever 'Write a Book in a Day' competition, with students from Years 7 to 10 collaborating in year groups to write short stories. The task challenged students to create uniquely Australian narratives within a specific word limit and to include 10 assigned words such as jubilance, retaliate, and revelation. Despite some initial tension during brainstorming, the groups worked through the creative process, splitting into smaller teams to write, edit, and finalise their stories by the 3:30 pm deadline. Their hard work resulted in a published collection of short stories now available in the school library. The Year 10 group, consisting of William Pollard, Gus Brady, Lachlan O’Brien, Ruben Borg, Thomas Perham, and Will Haines, won first place for their story Ashbury Case and took home $50 Bookface vouchers. The Year 7 group, made up of Jack Hardy, Charlie Wilcock, Charlie Al Chahin, Josh Debenham, Bryce Johnson, and Daniel Drury, was named runners-up for their story Outback Mates and received writing journals. Other participating students included Zeke Black, William Casey, Riley Howell, Billy McCarthy, Joshua Reid, and Vraj Patel from Year 8, as well as Daniel Bates, Max Klein-Schiphorst, Noah Lockwood, Beau Louie, and Phillip Yoon from Year 9. Congratulations to all students for their creativity and teamwork! See the links below to read each book.  Outback Mates by Year 7 Blood in the Bush by Year 8 The Name Always Comes at the End by Year 9 The Ashbury Case by Year 10   [foogallery id="54731"]

Each year, October is recognised worldwide as Dyslexia Awareness month, a time to come together to raise awareness, share resources and tell stories about dyslexia success. Did you know? Dyslexia is one of the most common learning difficulties affecting 5-10% of people. Children and adults with dyslexia can have difficulties with accurate and fluent word recognition, spelling, writing and reading comprehension. Students with dyslexia can improve their reading and spelling skills with evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention. Dyslexia is not a vision issue and cannot be resolved by vision interventions such as coloured glasses or eye exercises. SPELD NSW is an organisation which support children and adults with specific learning difficulties. They offer support, advise, resources and professional learning to both teachers and parents. This month, they are offering a FREE Understanding Dyslexia on-line course! This professional learning opportunity is perfect for parents to help support their son/s in the home setting. Register now and access the course anytime during October. Understanding Dyslexia - Dyslexia Awareness Month Professional Learning (speldnsw.org.au)   Dyslexia comes with many strengths, check out this video to hear about them [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4VRjQnBoWM&ab_channel=MadeByDyslexia[/embed]

There is a range of support available for employment preparation and work experience options that participants can access whilst at school. This may be considered for the Year 10 work experience block, and students may be able to access regular ongoing support for example, attending sessions once a week.  These support services are generally available during school hours for students in Years 9 to 12. These services are flexible and are individualised to support the needs of students to access and prepare for employment. Please see the link to Post School Options below which provides information on local NDIS services and support available. If you would like further information, please feel free to contact Melanie Heard (Learning Assistant) mheard@stedwards.nsw.edu.au. POST SCHOOL OPTIONS  

NSWCCC Athletics Carnival Highlights for the day included: Aiden Knevett 1st Place Under 12-15 Shot Put Multiclass Cooper Jones 2nd Place Under 17+ 400m (49.64sec) Cooper Jones 3rd Place Under 17+ 200m (22.95sec) Lincoln Markulin 2nd Place Under 17+ Javelin (53.07m) As a result of these achievements, Aiden, Cooper and Lincoln have all been recently selected in the NSWCCC Merit Team. NSW All Schools Athletics Carnival During the recent holidays, a number of our boys competed at the NSW All Schools Championships from Saturday 28 September to Wednesday 2 October at SOPAC, Homebush. This event is organised by Athletics NSW and features the best athletes from all school levels. Our boys did an exceptional job, achieving the following: Ethan Rowell - Under 13                                100m             16th (13.35 sec) Riley Schroder - Under 15-16 Para AMB       100m             11th Riley Schroder - Under 15-16 Para AMB       Shot Put         7th Riley Schroder - Under 15-16 Para AMB       Discus            7th Aiden Knevett - Under 12-14 Para AMB        Shot Put         5th Aiden Knevett - Under 12-14 Para AMB        Discus            8th Lincoln Markulin - Under 19                          Javelin           4th (45.87m – 800g) Cooper Jones - Under 17                              200m              5th (22.78 sec) However, the highlight of the event was Cooper placing 3rd in the 400m in a time of 49.28 sec. This has resulted in Cooper qualifying for the National Championships in 2025, to be held in Perth.  

The 2024 junior boys basketball team won the Catholic Schools Broken Bay title at Breakers Indoor Sports Stadium in Terrigal on 5 August. In the round robin tournament, the St Edward’s College squad defeated teams from MacKillop Catholic College, St Leo’s Catholic College, St Paul’s Catholic College, St Brigid’s Catholic College and St Peter’s Catholic College. In the final game, the boys built a sizeable lead against undefeated Mater Maria Catholic College and held on to win by a score of 35-27. Throughout the tournament, St Edward’s boys averaged 39 points a game, allowing only 16 points per game. With their win at the BBSSSA tournament, the St Edward’s junior basketball squad next competed in the NSWCCC finals at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre on 15-16 October. The boys won Pool B games against St Pius Catholic College, Adamstown; McCarthy Catholic College, Tamworth; Holy Spirit Catholic College, Bellambi; and Xavier Catholic College Albury. In the quarterfinals, St Edward's defeated St John’s Catholic College, Dubbo 62-33, then won their semifinal game by defeating McCarthy Catholic College,Tamworth 57-35. For the second time in 3 years, the St Edward’s College boys played in the state grand final. In the grand final, undefeated Aquanis College, Menai used their speed and the running clock to outlast St Edward's by a close score of 50-46. The junior team averaged 52 points a game in Penrith while allowing their opponents 41 points per game. Josh Marsters, Mason Potestas and Rasmus Borg led the team with their scoring. Lucas O’Beirne, Jesse Ball and Hoi Tin Ho played great defence and were tasked with keeping the opposition in check. Cooper Armstrong, Max Miller, and Steven Keating dominated the defensive boards. Sebastian Picone, Keyan Lamabelawa, James Blow and Sean Burnett provided bench scoring and showed great all-around hustle each game. Special thanks to Mr Ellis for driving/coaching and to Mr Carpenter for his logistical support. Mr Odden Coach

Berg Shield Round 1 The 2024/25 cricket season for the College commenced under picturesque skies at “Royal Hylton” this past Tuesday. It’s always nice to begin the season with a local derby, and for this fixture we were challenged by St Peter’s Catholic College, Tuggerah. After winning the toss, St Peter’s elected to bat. James McCann (2/15) got St Edward’s off to a flying start, taking two wickets in his first over and having St Peter’s rattled early at 2/2. Some defensive lapses allowed our opponents back in the game. Our spinners then entered the fray, limiting scoring opportunities. In a case of “why didn’t we throw him the ball earlier?”, Nick Snelson bowled the final over of the innings capturing a remarkable 3/2. Our batting innings was steady from the outset. Hugh Wheeler (39) and Harry Tobin (29) controlled some tight bowling and chased down the target with four overs remaining. Final result:        St Edward’s 4/99 def St Peter’s 8/98.  

Representative Sport 2024 Sport Events All individual sports registrations are completed on the CSNSW.SPORT website. Parents must have an account and add their child to have access. (Sport Registration HELP is available on sport information page). Registration for Events  You will need to ‘create account,’ if you do not have one OR ‘login’ using your existing account (NSWCCC or Polding). Once logged in, click on ‘register my child’ and follow the directions to register your son. Portal details update – Parents need to go in and update details (ie. Child’s school year and new school – Year 7). Check this has been done if you cannot see registration options (you should be able to). Calendar Term 4 Week Event Venue 2 Edmund Rice Cup (Year 7) Football Wanderers Football Park 2 Berg & Downie Cricket Round 1 Berg (Hylton Moore) Downie (Rodgers Park) 3 Berg & Downie Cricket Round 2 4 CSBB Junior (Under 13) Touch Football Doyalson 5 CSBB Opens Volleyball Niagara Park 6 Central Coast School Open Waterpolo Championships Woy Woy 6 Central Coast School Chess Competition Green Point Christian College 7 CSBB Tennis Queenwood Tennis Centre 8 CSBB Surf Lifesaving Championships Terrigal   Jason Carpenter Leader of Learning Sport

See the links below for the latest job opportunities available to students.   Summer Hospitality Jobs Now Available For more information please contact: Cassie Webber Human Resources Manager E: cassandra.webber@ihg.com  

Please click the links below for the latest information regarding universities. At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be accessible to everyone regardless of your postcode or educational background. With alternative entry pathways, smaller class sizes, dedicated student support, and flexible study options, we aim to make you feel right at home during your studies. Explore more than 200 TAFE and university courses to be what you want to be. Allied Health Business and Accounting Creative, Performing and Visual Arts Digital Media, Communication and Arts Education, Teaching and Childcare Engineering, Built Environment and Aviation Information Systems and Technology Law, Criminology and Justice Nursing, Paramedicine and Health Psychology, Social Work and Community Services Safety Sciences Science, Environment and Agriculture Explore CQU Courses     Law Insights Evening   The University of Newcastle’s School of Law and Justice invites class of 2024 Year 11 & Year 12 students, teachers and parents to attend our Law Insights evening. The evening is an invaluable experience, allowing students to hear first-hand about the Law degree on offer at the University of Newcastle. Students will be able to hear from, and speak with, academic staff and current students from the School of Law and Justice. Students will also learn about our Legal Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for students to ask any questions they might have about the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program. Location: NUspace (City Campus) Time: 5pm – 7pm Date: Wednesday 13th November 2024 Canapés and drinks will be provided. Register here    Considering a Career in Medicine or Dentistry? FREE webinar 2: Information Session about Academic Insights Program: Medicine, Psychology Engineering, Business Management, Creative Writing and Veterinary Studies (11-day residential summer holiday program in Sydney). When?  28 October 2024,  7.00pm – 9.00 pm (AEDT) REGISTER What else is on at NIE? Available programs for Year 10, 11 and 12 students ( Year 13 NZ) Future Doctors Program: Medicine (4-day attendance: Brisbane,  Melbourne, Sydney,). Academic Insights Program: Medicine, Psychology Engineering, Business Management, Creative Writing and Veterinary Studies (11-day residential summer holiday program in Sydney). 21 December 2024: UCAT Preparation Workshop - 5 UCAT sections covered + full mock exam under timed conditions + introduction to medical interviews.  2-3 and 9 - 10 November 2024 Intensive Interview Preparation Workshop (limited spots left) UCAT Training Course - various levels of preparation and options available to meet individual student needs.  

Please click on the links below for the latest post school options and courses.   Students will get to speak with current ADF personnel about a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force and experience a variety of Defence displays, including: • Interactive Helicopter Flight Simulators •Various Static Defence vehicle displays  • Personal Training Instructors with Interactive Display  • Defence Careers Information sessions to learn more about the recruitment process • Gun Firing displays at Fort Scratchley  Register Now    

Please see the links below for the latest information regarding apprenticeships and traineeships.   EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Manufacturing Machine Technician - Apprenticeship We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated person looking to commence their career within the Manufacturing industry. This is a hands-on apprenticeship where you will begin learning from day one. A Manufacturing Machine Technician operates a variety of state-of-the-art machinery. Immerse yourself in a world of innovation as you learn to operate an array of machines, from traditional favourites like beam saws and panel saws to cutting-edge technologies like CNC routers, laser cutters, and 3D printers. A Manufacturing Machine Technician is responsible for adjusting settings on machinery and maintaining machine components to ensure that our machinery operates at optimal levels. Successful candidates will not only be exposed to woodworking machines but also explore the realms of glass, aluminium, plastics, and mild steel fabrication. Successful candidates will gain expertise in transforming their own designs into reality using industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Fusion360. You'll not only navigate the prototyping phase but also seamlessly transition into the full production process, ensuring that your creations meet the highest standards of quality and innovation. Being a Manufacturing Machine Technician with Borg can open a diverse career path where you can specialise in a variety of machinery and processes in our business. Becoming an Apprentice with Borg enables you to gain invaluable experience and to gain a national qualification whilst getting paid to do it. To be successful in gaining this apprenticeship, you will have: Completed year 10 at school Strong problem-solving skills Attention to detail quality and safety Strong written and oral communication skills Strong computer literacy Reliable transportation across the Central Coast No prior experience? No worries! We welcome individuals with a can-do attitude and a passion for craftsmanship. Importantly you need to be dedicated and strive to improve your knowledge and performance each and every day in order to improve production outcomes. If you are dedicated, hard working and after long term career opportunities then we would love to hear from you. Please contact Nathan Balneaves in Human Resources by sending an email with your application to balneavesn@borgs.com.au or call 0418 730 596. Borg is an Equal Opportunity Employer   At Brick and Block Careers, we assist students wanting to get into the construction industry by exposure through work experience. Bricklaying is one of the most popular structural trades with multiple career pathway opportunities in the building industry. Bricklaying apprentices will develop skills in a hands-on learning environment, by working on a multitude of different projects across residential and commercial construction sites. What makes a great Apprentice? Positive Attitude Team Player Not afraid to ask questions Enjoys hands-on work Good hand-eye coordination Requirements for a Bricklaying Apprenticeship? White Card A White Card is compulsory for anyone working on a construction site in Australia. We are looking forward to continuing the growth of the bricklaying industry! If you are keen to give it a go, please contact our Industry Support Officer, Amanda Wannous, for further information. Amanda Wannous Industry Support Officer NSW - ACT E: amanda.w@brickandblock.org.au P: 1300 66 44 96 M: 0475 100 510 W: brickandblockcareers.org.au

Please see the links below for the latest on Careers with STEM Discover the future of tech careers! A career in tech is your passport to discover new things, make change and have real impact. In Australia alone, we're anticipating a need for 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030. Start exploring the exciting and diverse careers available in this space and find out how to get started! In this tech careers webinar, you’ll meet a game artist, tech entrepreneur and a business process analyst. They'll share insights on how you can turn your interest in computer science, game development, entrepreneurship and IT systems into an awesome career where you'll be in demand. Register yourself or your whole class – there will be lots of opportunities to ask questions. When: 12pm AEDT, Wednesday, 6 November, 2024Can’t make it? No worries! Register and you’ll be sent a link to a recording of the webinar that you can watch at any time. Register Here  

Please see the link below to the College website for the latest positions vacant available.   [embed]https://www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au/our-college/employment/positions-vacant-2/[/embed]

Online Wellbeing Resources Each week members of the St Edward’s College Pastoral Team will be offering guidance and resources to assist families as our boys navigate high school. We invite you to take the time each week to explore Yadhaba Online for articles that may be helpful. This issue: Mental Health Month - Let's Talk About It Recognising Depression   Click Here to View the Wellbeing Hub on the College Website.   Mr Keith Mills Director of Pastoral Care