Welcome back to our College community for 2022 Waterford Project The College has been conducting this mandatory Social Justice program for over 20 years. Each student in Years 8-11 is required to complete at least 15 hours of service for others, by the end of Term 3. Please ask your son to see me or his Religious Education teacher for more information. Please contact me if you have any questions about Waterford. Your son will have the program explained clearly to him in the next week. St Edward’s is guided by the Touchstones, our Edmund Rice Education Australia theme, which runs across all EREA schools. Why Do We Engage Ourselves and Our Students in the Waterford Project?  This is the absolute key question to discuss, among ourselves, within ourselves and with our students in Religious Education classes. Discernment and reflection will create a clear path for us all on the question and will also lead to greater motivation and outcomes for our boys. We are not simply humanitarian, it runs via a deeper response to the Good News – a Christian context in our Catholic tradition. It is so important that boys are constantly engaged in class discussions and individually, as to why we do Waterford! Some likely answers are: Jesus Teaches and Edmund Rice demonstrates the Call. We follow, as disciples.  It is sacramental and a key part of the Catholic worldview and Papal teaching: 'Act justly, love tenderly, walk humbly with God', Micah. 'Love one another', Jesus. Our broad stated College values:   Liberating Education, and Justice and Solidarity (Touchstones) We enact and activate what we say, the Gospel is more than words. Helps boys to consider future job/career opportunities, via exposure to people on the margins and the agencies and people who work to support them. It develops a person, by engaging with people on the margins - formational, for life. It can often be a fun, happy experience - make new friends, meet new people. First 5 weeks of 2022, due to COVID-related restrictions, service could be: Home-based eg  babysitting younger siblings; helping younger children with reading, musical instruments, sports skills; contacting elderly neighbours; cleaning/fixing gardens, etc Online Advocacy campaigns eg for refugees and asylum seekers. Fundraising campaigns.   Mr Pat Dell Leader of Learning Social Justice

It was wonderful to see the confidence with which Year 7 started their first day. Standing at the gates to greet our newest students it was clear that the only teary eyes were that of parents watching their sons make this big leap into high school. Watching the boys greet one another it was clear just how eager students are to be back in the playground and connecting with their peers and our biggest goal for these early days is to support existing friendships and establish new ones. Congratulations to our 218 new Eddies boys!   [smallgallery fooid="35051"]

As the new year starts, we must take time to congratulate those senior Visual Arts students who completed their Bodies of Work under trying circumstances. A special mention goes to Jaden Beard and Will Jacobsen, for having their work accepted into Art Express and Hurstville Zoomers Exhibitions, respectively. Jaden’s work, “Sacre”, is a collection of Video, installation and voiceover that portray his deep connection to the ocean and to being underwater. Will’s work, “Loneliness is a Feeling”, demonstrates through animation the trials of loneliness and the ways in which it affects the human psyche. The next batch of HSC Visual Arts students have begun toiling away at their Bodies of Work. So far their ideas have morphed from drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design, ceramics and photography. The boys must produce evidence of their work using their Art Diary and have found an artist whom influences their style. Year 11 Visual Arts students have started working on portraiture and ink drop charcoal drawings. Year 11 Photography are using film cameras (yes, they do exist!) and working on learning their way around the darkroom. It is exciting to be able to continue with practical lessons in the face of COVID limitations – the Year 7’s and 8’s have had a whole semester of practical lessons lost last year, so it’s exciting to see what they will produce! [foogallery id="35026"]

The New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) has developed the Disability Provisions program to assist students completing the HSC examinations, who have a special examination need. This may be related to a physical condition, mental health issue, visual impairment, hearing loss or difficulty in reading and/or writing. The Authority aims to offer practical support to students with higher needs by providing provisions, such as separate supervision, extra time to rest/read/write, writers and/or readers. On behalf of these students the College makes an application online to NESA submitting specific supporting documentation. When a final decision has been made, NESA will send both the College and student written notification of the approved and/or declined provisions. Please be aware that if you have been granted the use of special examination provisions by the College for internal examinations and assessments, this does not automatically deem that you will be eligible for the same provisions in the HSC examinations. In completing the application process, evidence of the special examination need must be included, such as, medical evidence, timed essay samples, reading test results, in addition to relevant subject teacher comments. Please note that these applications should be submitted online to NESA by the end of Term 1, 2022, but can also be applied for up to the day prior to the commencement of the formal, external HSC exams. If your son wishes to apply for these special examination provisions for the HSC exams, you should contact me, Leader of Learning - Diverse Learning, Ms Kiekebosch, before the end of this term. If you have any queries regarding the above, please do not hesitate to contact me, either by phone or email at the College. Ms B Kiekebosch Leader of Learning Diverse Learning bkiekebosch@stedwards.nsw.edu.au  

Congratulations to Mr Murray (Assistant Leader of Learning – Sport) Mr Murray was recognised recently by CSNSW for his contribution to Baseball. He received a Staff Award for his service to NSWCCC teams and events. Mr Murray has been involved with NSWCCC Baseball since 1996 and is a well-deserved recipient considering the time, effort, and passion he puts back into the sport. Well done Mr Murray. Reports for College Teams Team and individual results from school-based events, will be conveyed via the ‘News and Events’ section of the College website. Team coaches and or managers will endeavour to file a report at the completion of the sporting event and a report will also appear in the College Yearbook. Where possible individuals/teams will also be recognised at College Assemblies – if time and schedules permit. Please remember to keep me informed if your son/s achieve recognition in the sporting arena outside of the College. These achievements will be acknowledged via the ‘News and Events/Student Spotlight’ section of the College website. Address all emails with information to jcarpenter@stedwards.nsw.edu.au and or kfriend@stedwards.nsw.edu.au. College Swimming Carnival Again, this year given the current public health orders, we have decided to cancel our normal carnival at Woy Woy PLC and run a ‘Competitive Swimmers ONLY’ carnival on Tuesday 22 February (Week 5) at Gosford Pool. A ‘Competitive Swimmers ONLY’ carnival will allow us to select our representative swimmers for the BBSSSA carnival (Week 9 - Thursday 22 March). Students have been asked to register (This week ONLY - via ‘Daily Notices’) at recess in the ERC for the carnival events they wish to compete in. Events include: 200m Freestyle (Junior [12-14 years], Intermediate [15-16 years] & Senior [17+years]) 50m Freestyle (12-17+years) 50m Backstroke (12-17+years) 50m Breaststroke (12-17+years) 50m Butterfly (12-17+years) 100m Freestyle (12-17+years) All registered students will be allocated into a heat draw for the selection carnival. Information along with the online permission note will be emailed home to parents of those students who have registered for events. We ask that only serious/competitive swimmers register. All remaining students and staff will attend school as per a normal school day.      

Representative Sport 2022 School-Based Sporting Events During Term 1 Event Date Touch Football BBSSSA Gala Day Opens and Under 15's Wednesday 16 February Swimming (Due to COVID-19 restrictions this year – Competitive Swimmers ONLY) Tuesday 22 February Rugby League Selections BBSSSA: Opens and Under 15's Thursday 3 March Rugby League Selections Metro: Under 18's Tuesday 8 March Rugby League Selections Metro: Under 15's Wednesday 23 March Cross Country Selection Race for Years 7 and 8 (Under 12 – 14’s) During Friday Afternoon Sport for Competitive Runners ONLY - Friday 4 March Cross Country all other age groups (Under 15 - Under 18’s) Register interest with Mr Carpenter Triathlon - NSW All Schools Individual Event Triathlon - NSW All Schools Teams Event Tuesday 15 March Wednesday 16 March Swimming BBSSSA Tuesday 22 March Swimming NSWCCC Monday 6 April Touch Football BBSSSA Gala Day Under 13's Tuesday 29 March Annual Rugby League Team Trial Game v Blacktown Patrician Brothers - Under 14's and 15's Friday 1 April   With regards to all sports, students are reminded to be listening to the Morning Daily Notices during Roll Call for the names of staff who are organising various teams and information regarding those teams/events.   Pathway - Representative Sports Information for Representative Sport 2022 can now be found from the one central website – CSNSW Sport https://csnsw.sport/ Broken Bay BBSSSA Sport On the homepage, scroll down to Diocese/Associations and click on Broken Bay (Secondary). This website will give you access to all the current information for each Broken Bay Sport including dates, venues, information regarding teams and an up-to-date calendar. Broken Bay (BBSSSA) Sporting Events During Term 1: Event Venue Date Open and Under 15's Touch Football Doyalson RSL Ovals Wednesday 16 February Open and Under 15's Rugby League Trials Morrie Breen Ovals Thursday 3 March Swimming SOPAC, Homebush Monday 21 March Under 13's Touch Football Nolan’s Reserve, North Manly Tuesday 29 March (NSWCCC) CSNSW Sport On the homepage, scroll down to Sport Search. Click on CCC Select the Sport. This website will give you access to all the current information for each Broken Bay Sport including dates, venues, information regarding teams and an up-to-date calendar. It is also the central location that you can register your son for pathway and non-pathway sports. NSWCCC (CSNSW) Sporting Events During Term 1 Nominations are open for these sports with closing dates in February/March as listed (Please confirm via the CSNSW Sport website as closing dates may have changed): Event Closing Date Cricket: Boys - 18 years and under 11 February Tennis: Boys - 19 years and under 18 February Baseball: 19 yrs and under 21 February Volleyball: Boys 19 years and under 25 February Triathlon: Individual -  Junior/Intermediate/Senior Teams -  Nominated by the school (maximum of 5 teams per division) 7 March Water Polo: Boys – 17 years and under 11 March Golf: Boys - 18 years and under 11 March Squash: This is not a NSWCCC sport pathway – nominations are being taken for a NSWCCC championships Boys - 18 years and under 11 March Diving: - Boys 18 years and under 28 March Volleyball: - Boys 15years and under 8 April Rugby Union: Boys 16 years and under Boys 18 years and under   8 April 8 April Basketball: Boys Opens (Years 10-12) 22 April Australian Football AFL 22 April   Other sports will be promoted closer to their advertised closing date. Further information regarding NSWCCC team selections for all sports is available on the CSNSW Sport website   Representative Sport For all new students and families, students compete or nominate for selection via the BBSSSA (Broken Bay Secondary Schools Sports Association) and NSWCCC (Combined Catholic Schools NSW) pathways into NSW All School and School Sport Australia teams/events. The 2022 combined calendars for BBSSSA and NSWCCC are located via the College Website. On the BBSSSA and NSWCCC (csnsw.sport/) website, you will find all the Sports events held throughout the year. There is also a full calendar to check entry and closing dates, selection trial dates, sport specific information for individuals and team events. The websites allow parents/caregivers to enter their child into various events where an individual entry is required and pay the entry fees. If your son is selected in either a BBSSSA or NSWCCC team, they will be given instructions on how to register. Entry fees for college teams and those who represent the College individually at BBSSSA level will be covered by the College. However, once a student goes beyond this level - all costs become their/your responsibility. Please remember to inform the College if your son(s) is selected in or they are attending selection trials outside BBSSSA or NSWCCC events (eg, NSW All Schools) as we do not receive notification of this. We will only receive confirmation of selection in BBSSSA and NSWCCC teams and events. Combined NSWCCC BBSSSA 2022 Calendar   How to register via CSNSW  

Please see below opportunities, traineeships and general information.   Arc. Est Terrigal is currently looking for kitchen attendants. Must be available to work shifts on Thursdays to Sundays No experience in restaurants is required. If interested in applying or for more information, contact 0425 229 194 or email your resume and cover letter for the position to general@arcterrigal.com.au     Full Time Junior Sales Consultant - suit Year 12 school leaver looking for a career in sales Central Coast Carpet One & Blinds, Central Coast Blinds & Shutters – West Gosford The role would progress into a Sales Executive Role with commission paid on sales, car allowance or company car and a generous salary. The role includes serving in the Showroom at West Gosford and at their house around the Central Coast. They would be required to take accurate measurements for estimating materials required. All training will be supplied in-house and they will tag along with the Sales Director until they are ready to go unsupervised. Full Time Apprentice Carpet Layer - suit Years 11 or 12 school leaver looking for an apprenticeship Suits someone physically strong, a team player, wants to earn good money and seeks satisfaction after each job is done. Contact: Greg Shave on 4324 5900 if you have any questions or email your resume to greg@cccone.com.au   Apprenticeship Vacancies Information on Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship: The duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Assisting tradespeople as needed Grinding and welding a wide range of metal materials Maintaining, repairing and re-building machinery, conveyor belts and/or moulds Actively participating in required training and education programs Use tools such as: vices, hydraulic presses and rolling machines, or forge metals to shape or bend  To be considered for this position: Drivers licence and reliable transport essential The ability and desire to learn and develop skills and knowledge of the industry Demonstrated interest and passion for the trade Self-motivated and reliable Excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills Commitment to the full term of the apprenticeship and study requirements Flu and COVID vaccination   Information on Parks and Gardens Apprenticeship: During your on-the-job training, some of the tasks you will be required to complete will include: General nursery duties: potting up, watering, plant maintenance etc Loading, unloading, and moving nursery supplies and equipment Preparing nursery sites using hand tools and machines Assisting with propagating and transplanting plants Watering and weeding Tidying up work areas and removing rubbish Adjusting mist irrigation systems, shade, and ventilation Using spray chemicals and fertilizers Customer service Working and taking direction from tradesman/management To be considered for this position: Valid White card Ability to follow instructions from team members and work in a team Reliable, punctual and can-do attitude An interest in Nursery operations and/or Horticulture Ability to perform and complete a pre-employment medical   Any questions speak to Lauren Clay on 4357 8600 or send your resume to: LaurenC@novaskill.com.au www.novaskill.com.au   Traineeship Available. See Position Description below:   Early Childhood Education - Certificate III Traineeships available for any 2021 Year 12 students still looking to start a rewarding career in 2022.   Benefits include: Shape the minds of young people 12-18-month course with a reputable RTO (course outline attached) Study time provided each week Paid lunch breaks Earn an income whilst receiving a FREE qualification Pathway to University with no ATAR Perfect experience / qualification to take overseas once the international borders open!  Why Kindalin? 30-year history Highly collaborative, supportive and creative environment Loads of professional development opportunities Clear career path and multiple study options beyond the Traineeship. Contact: Amy Murchison (Mon, Tues, Wed) Careers Manager Frenchs Forest | Kindalin phone: (02) 9451 5455 / 0405 912 240 kindalin.com.au CHC30113-Certificate-III-in-Early-Childhood-Education-and-Care_NSW     Commonwealth Scholarships for Young People CSYP FACT SHEET       CCGT & ET Australia have partnered to deliver a ONE OF A KIND Apprenticeship & Traineeship Pathway Program designed to help candidates get a foot in the door of their DREAM CAREERS! The program is due to commence on Monday, 7 March and will run until Thursday, 24 March and spaces are STRICTLY LIMITED. Register Here   Cyber Security Event 15 March Developed by NSW Department of Education, TAFE NSW and Training Services NSW, 'Launch your Career' events aim to facilitate a broad range of opportunities for industry engagement for students in Years 9-12. Give your students insight into a dynamic industry where they can develop skills to identify potential security threats, monitor the risk of cyber-attacks and defend the virtual world against breaches. Register your students to attend this online event which will take a deeper dive into the world of cyber security. Register now TAFE NSW Degrees We offer a range of industry aligned degrees taught by expert teachers. Our degrees are in industry sectors as diverse as ICT, Fashion Design, Applied Commerce and Early Childhood Education and Care. Students do not require an ATAR to study a degree with TAFE NSW. Explore our degrees Certificate IV In Tertiary Preparation TAFE NSW has a range of courses to help students develop skills and knowledge needed to undertake further study and achieve their career goals. The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (10767NAT) is a qualification equivalent to Year 12. Find out more  

Please see the link below to the Positions Vacant section of the College website for the latest updates.   https://www.stedwards.nsw.edu.au/our-college/employment/positions-vacant/

Parking rules are designed to stop vehicles from parking where it would be dangerous or inconvenient for others. Please see the document link below: School Traffic and Parking Around Schools  

Please see below correspondence emailed home in Term 1 2022, regarding COVID information and STUDENT POSITIVE RESULT reporting link. Please notify the College of a positive student test result via the following link: CLICK HERE     Year 7 Information Evening Presentation - Sent 31 March 2022 Year 7 Setting Up Flexischools Account - Sent 16 March 2022 Year 7 Information Evening - Sent 15 March 2022 RAHT Third Round Distribution - Sent 15 March 2022 Year 9 RAHT Third Round Distribution - Sent 15 March 2022 Years 7 and 9 NAPLAN Letter - Sent 15 March 2022 Year 7 and 9 NAPLAN Information - Sent 15 March 2022 Year 10 Parent Webinar - Post School Options - Sent 14 March 2022) Year 7 Mother's Day Liturgy Invitation Year 9 Camp Information and Consent Form - Sent  3 March 2022 Year 10 - 2022 Parents Talking Careers Webinar - Sent 1 March 2022 2022 Collection Notice for Parents - Sent 18 February 2022 COVID-19 Communication -  Sent 18 February 2022 Year 7 Day Camp Information and Consent Form - Sent 16 February 2022  COVID-19 Communication - Sent 11 February 2022 RAHT Distribution Weeks 3-4 - Sent 9 February 2022 Year 7 Diagnostic Testing Information - Sent 9 February 2022 Year 7 Parent Information Letter - Sent 7 February 2022 COVID-19 COVID Update -  Sent  4 February 2022 Rapid Antigen Home Test Kit Collection - Sent  2 February 2022 2022 Sport and Representative Opportunities - Sent  31 January 2022 Year 7 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022 Year 8 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022 Year 9 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022 Year 10 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022 Year 11 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022 Year 12 2022 Commencement - Sent  24 January 2022

Settling into school after a long break is challenge for some students. Fortunately, there are many ways parents can make the transition easier in the first weeks of school.   To read the full article, see the link below: Helping Kids Settle Back Into School    

Managing School Stress During the Pandemic The pandemic continues to bring challenges to families in another year where learning may take place in person, online or somewhere in between. The Scouting motto “Be prepared” with the addition of “for anything” comes to mind as we approach another school year of uncertainty. Here’s what you can do to take the stress out school this year. If Your Child Attends Class In-Person Ask about their concerns Avoid generalised assumptions about COVID. Your child may not be bothered by the virus, but they may be worried about wearing a mask to school or making friends if they’ve spent time in remote learning. Drill down to their specific worries about going to school and allay their fears by helping them come up with simple solutions to address their concerns. Allay your own fears It’s natural to be concerned about your child’s health so get the facts about social distancing, sanitising and other COVID-safe measures teachers are taking at school. Having accurate information will allay your own fears and minimise the chances of your child being unduly anxious about going to school. Put your own germ-avoidance measures in place Initiate habits to reduce the risk of your child bringing COVID home to your family. Changing out of clothes, showering as soon as they get home, washing hands regularly and social distancing from older relatives are the types of measures that help reduce the spread of coronavirus. Keep up to date with the latest health advice and involve everyone in creating a COVID-safe family plan. If Your Child Learns Remotely Create a personal learning space Anchor your child’s learning to a familiar place at home. Your child may need a private space away from others for them to focus on specific tasks. If you don’t have a separate nook or cranny, consider hanging an old sheet from the ceiling or using a temporary divider to provide privacy. Be mindful that there will be times when your child or young person wants to work in the company of others so be prepared for them to set up a work station near in a public place. Get them moving about Kids are used to moving around during the school day so encourage them to spend learning time in different places. Perhaps they can spend some time in a bean bag reading a book, use an ironing board as a stand-up desk or prop up on their elbows in the hallway to complete a set task. Get them outdoors as well. Neuroscience informs us that outdoor activities supports kids’ mental and physical health and promotes learning. Allow screen time with friends Social isolation is a recognised problem for both primary and secondary school students during remote learning so give your child ample time for digital catch ups with friends. Socialising may mean playing online games, using Snapchat and other age-appropriate social media platforms. If Your Child Does a Hybrid Model With Some Days in Person and Other Days Remote Make it clear what’s expected each day Have two charts - one with the in-person schedule and one with the remote schedule, where your child can see it clearly. Each night go over the required schedule with them for the following day.  Encourage older students to create two schedules in their personal calendars or timetables to help them stay on track. Ensure remote learning days mirror in person days Routines help kids feel safe and be ready for learning. On remote learning days your child should wake up at the same time as they do when they attend school, have breakfast and get dressed at the same time ready to settle into work. Reassure your child that this arrangement is temporary Kids don’t always have the same perspective as adults and may think the current measures will always be this way. Reassure them that they will go back to school, see their friends and enjoy activities as they did before the pandemic. Stay flexible A hybrid learning model may not suit every child so be prepared to consult with your child’s teachers if this system causes too much stress. It may be best if your child switches to a fully at-home learning model so work with teachers for a suitable solution. For Parents Take a break yourself Kids take their emotional cues from their parents so model self-care for your child. If you a tightly wound ball yourself, they’ll more likely become anxious and worried themselves. Regardless of the situation, take a break each day. Go for a walk, read a book, do something that helps you to unwind, or engage in activity that you enjoyed as a child.