On Thursday 4 May, Year 7 gathered with many of their family members to celebrate Mother’s Day. Each core class presented an item that captured the importance of motherhood. It was a wonderful occasion that was followed by a beautiful morning tea. Many thanks to all who assisted in preparing for this gathering and for the boys who performed so admirably on the day. Mr Beacroft Director of Mission   [smallgallery fooid="44641"]   [embed]https://youtu.be/A4ElnawHIgE[/embed]  

Year 12 were given the opportunity to participate in important spiritual experiences on their three day Retreat amid the peaceful and serene environment at the Mulgoa Retreat Centre. They didn’t waste the opportunity. The boys were lead through reflection, prayer, bushwalks and discussions about ‘Images of God’, what it means to be a man in the 21st Century, goal setting, relationships, and the importance of communication. The celebration Liturgy organised by the students was very special as it is their last Retreat. Parents and staff should be very proud of the input and maturity shown by Year 12. Guest speakers for the retreat were Mrs Sarah Evans and Ms Jessica Beagin. They both shared their stories and left the boys with lots to think about. Their talks were informative and challenging and were well received. The staff at Mulgoa could not speak highly enough of the boy’s positive attitude, friendliness, cooperation, courtesy, and willingness to enter completely into the spirit of the retreat. Parent reflection and thank you: As a parent , I have seen first-hand what a positive and rewarding experience it was for both my boys who were there at different times during the week. They had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the opportunity to bond with their peers further and reflect on life as it is for young men about to go out into the world. What a great, supportive environment this provides for all the students of Year 12 each year.  I know something like this doesn't happen without considerable organisation, time and effort.  So, thank you. Year 12 are a credit to their families and the College. A special thank you to all the Religious Education teachers in attendance and in particular Mr Beacroft our Leader of Mission and Identity, Mrs Palmer-Brown our Leader of Learning Religious Education, Mr Dell and Mr McCauley the Year 12 Pastoral Leader, for their leadership and guidance over the week.   [foogallery id="44743"]

The first St Edward’s College Sleepout for the year took place on Thursday and Friday Week 2 this term. This inspiring event that took place on our College grounds in the Quad, where both students and staff spent the night to build empathy for others in our community. This initiative brought together our passionate students who braved the elements and slept in sleeping bags on the veranda, all in the spirit of raising awareness and building empathy for those experiencing homelessness. The evening commenced with an informative presentation on homelessness in Australia. Students were provided with invaluable insights into the multifaceted issues faced by individuals and families without a permanent place to call home. This educational session shed light on the challenges they encounter daily, allowing our participants to better understand the importance of supporting those in need. The main objective of  Sleepout 2023 was to provide our students with an opportunity to step out of their comfort zones and gain a glimpse into the realities of homelessness. While we acknowledge that one night in the cold cannot fully replicate the experiences of those without shelter, it served as a powerful catalyst for empathy. By spending this night outside, our students aimed to deepen their understanding and foster a greater sense of compassion towards the less fortunate members of our community. We are proud to announce that the College has recognised the significance of this event by allocating Waterford hours for participation. This means that students who took part in the sleepout will receive recognition for their contribution to the community. To facilitate this event, a nominal donation of $10 was requested from each participant. All funds raised during the Sleepout 2023 have been donated directly to Coast Shelter, a prominent organisation providing vital support services for people experiencing homelessness and domestic and family violence. These donations will be used to assist in our monthly commitment to provide meals for those in need. Coast Shelter is renowned for its local focus and commitment to delivering innovative solutions to tackle homelessness, domestic and family violence, and poverty. The money raised by our students will make a tangible impact on their work, enabling them to implement both immediate and lasting changes in our community. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all the students, parents, and staff members who generously supported Sleepout 2023. Your contributions, whether through participation, donating efforts, or simply raising awareness, have played a pivotal role in making this event a resounding success. St Edward’s College remains dedicated to fostering empathy, compassion, and community engagement among our students. Sleepout 2023 has been a significant step towards achieving these goals, and we are proud of the empathy and understanding our students have developed through this experience. There will be another opportunity for students in Year’s 9-11 to participate in another Sleepout held later in the year. Thank you once again for your unwavering support and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others. Together, we can create a more compassionate and inclusive society. Alex Rozario Leader of Justice, Peace, and Advocacy    

Congratulations to our Student Leadership Team 2023 It gives me great pleasure to introduce our Student Leadership Team for 2023. The team is comprised of students from Years 8-11 who will serve as leaders in different capacities around the College, while being the student voice on issues that matter to them. They will also participate in various College Portfolios over the course of the year and attend leadership workshops to provide them with skills and guidance to assist them on their journey as young leaders. These students underwent an application process in Term 1 and were selected for their excellent record of participation and service to the College community. Each of them articulated their vision for the College as we work together to make St Edward’s even better for students, staff and families. I look forward to working with them throughout the year. Year 8 Max Taylor Charles Ure Hayden Ballinger Tam Johnston Tiago Salomao-Gangell Harrison Evans Year 9 Finn Ryan-Englund Jonathon Lin Harrison Ryan Kai Armstrong Tobias McEvoy Year 10 Tristan Jackson Lachlan Renton Geoff French Will Lynch Kane Hieber Harvey Olsen Max Bayss Laurence Ure Year 11 Rex Allwood Ronan Bishop Kale Puata Juan Jose Rodriguez Caldas Samuel Wilson   Keith Mills Director of Pastoral Care  

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Maths in Trades Visit to the Science Laboratory Construction Site On Thursday 4 May, the Year 10 Maths in Trades students had the opportunity to visit the science laboratories for the second time this year where construction work is taking place. They were able to witness the progress of the work firsthand and gain insights into the important skills required to become an apprentice tradesman. Victor, the site manager, shared with the students what has been happening on site and the different stages of the construction process. The boys were able to see the importance of mathematical concepts in real-life situations. They observed how measurements and calculations were necessary in the refurbishment of the building. This helped them to understand the relevance of what they were learning in their math classes and how it can be applied in the workforce. Additionally, they were able to see how problem-solving and critical thinking skills were important when dealing with unexpected challenges in the construction process. Victor also spoke to the boys about the key skills required to become an apprentice tradesman. He highlighted the importance of punctuality, teamwork, communication, and a strong work ethic. The boys were able to gain a deeper understanding of the qualities needed to be successful as an apprentice and how they could apply these skills in their future careers. The visit to the science laboratory was a valuable experience for the Year 10 Maths in Trades students. It provided them with a practical application of what they are learning and helped them to understand the importance of skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork in the workforce.

This term, Juan Jose Rodriguez Caldas represented St Edward’s in the Plain English Speaking Award. This state-wide competition sees participants deliver an eight-minute speech on a topic of their choice. Juan Jose presented an interesting and engaging speech on Dreams: why, how, and the origins of dreams and dreaming. After their prepared speech, speakers were given a topic that they then had three minutes to prepare a three-minute speech. The topic was ‘making a decision’ and Juan Jose put forward a personal take on finding the balance between two cultures. Congratulations to Juan Jose for his remarkable effort and commitment to public speaking.

Construction Trade Qualifications Incursion – funded by Regional Industry Employer Partnerships (RIEP) On Friday 5 May, Mr Austin’s Year 10 Woodwork class built a hexagonal seat around a tree near the Yarning Circle with Joey and Mick from Construction Trade Qualifications. They taught us many things about trades and apprentices, mainly focusing on the carpentry trade and the pathways that can come from it. After speaking with us we started to get hands on by building the seat around the Shire Oak tree at the Yarning Circle, this process took us the whole day but was a good learning experience for all of us as it gave us a taste into the future. The process of making the deck started by digging holes around the tree and planting posts into the ground. We had to make sure they were level and plumb before we filled them with concrete and started on connecting the outside supports. Once that was completed, we started work on the inside support then on the decking itself. After completion we had another chat with Joey and Mick about apprenticeships where they answered any other questions we had. Overall, it was a great experience and I feel we should get people from other professions to come in and teach us their skills. Samuel Tracey Year 10 [foogallery id="44980"]

Science Excursion On Thursday Mrs Fink’s Year 10 Science class were treated with a Virtual Reality experience facilitated by the NSW Minerals Council.  The experience was to educate and promote awareness of career pathways available within the minerals and resources industry, including environmental sciences, a range of engineering roles, software, finance, business, accounting, social science, trades, and administration -  take a look at the NSW Minerals Council website for more information (NSW Mining Careers and Education Pathways - NSW Mining). [foogallery id="45068"]  

On Thursday 4 May, 16 students from Years 10-12 travelled on the College bus down to Cromer Park to compete in the Broken Bay Opens Football Tournament. The competition was high stakes as the Eddies team had to win the entire day to progress to a diocese elimination round. The following details the match results and an overview of the day. The first pool match saw St Edward's up against St Pauls Catholic College (4-0). Our team started quickly and were gelling nicely, despite not having any training sessions together. Playing in 4-2-3-1 formation, we soon found the back of the net with Jude Ranking finishing after a nice reverse ball from Jesse Mantell. Jude would go on to earn a brace, while Luke Colgan scored a header at the back post and Joel Parrelli finished off the rout with a clinical finish. The second pool match brought us against St Brigid’s Catholic College (6-0) and we maintained our dominate display of total football. Taj Werner earned and bagged a penalty before going on to secure a hat trick. Jude continued his run of form with another brace, while substitute Ellis Milson popped up at the far post to finish neatly from a teasing cross. With a squad of 16, it was a great opportunity to rotate the team to ensure everyone had game time and understood their roles. Our last pool match was against St Leo’s Catholic College (1-0). Despite being able to rotate the teams in the first two matches, our first half display was flat and the boys struggled to break down a far more organised defence. The first half ended 0-0. A change in personnel saw Isaac Broomfield start the second half and from the kick off, he was able to slip a perfectly weighted pass in to Jude who  finished. We were able to hold our 1-0 comfortably and finish top of our pool. The Broken Bay representative team were selected based on a possibles/probables match. Selectors picked two teams from all the schools present on the day. Typically, we have had several boys picked. Congratulations to those who played in the trial and a further congratulations to Aidan Ellis, Jesse Mantell, Finn Palmqvist, Jesi Wanjohi, Daniel McCarthy and Aidan Walsh-Catanzaro (shadow squad) for their selection in the Broken Bay team. After a short break, the team had to re-group for the semi final against St Augustine’s Catholic College (3-0). This was played on the synthetic pitch, which suited our teams technical ability and style of play. The opposition were one of the strongest outfits on the day with some dangerous players that looked to hit a team on the counterattack. Luke Colgan was not having any of that. Not only was he composed in defence but he popped up just outside the area after a corner to pivot and smash the ball in for an early lead. After this goal, our team turned it up a level with Isaac Broomfield curling a left foot shot into the top corner after some great passing and Taj back among the goals executing a team move that left the coaches speechless. We had maintained a clean sheet so far, however a critical save was made by Tom Lawton to protect that stat. The final saw a re-match of the tough pool against St Leo’s Catholic College (2-0). It was back on grass and the field was not ideal for beautiful football. Despite the lethargy and creeping cramps, Jude once again showed his authority with a clinical finish before Isaac had the time and composure to slot a second goal to ensure St Edward's won the day. The squad now progress to the elimination competition, which will see us play against the winning team from the Newcastle Diocese competition. A huge thank you to Mr Ellis who provided immense tactical and coaching support for the team. It was a fantastic day for football.  

The College Cross Country Team headed to St Ives Showground on Tuesday 9 May to compete in the Broken Bay Championships. A sunny and mild day greeted our competitors for the challenging terrain, involving 1.5km laps. In race order, the Under 13 boys got the day started. They completed two laps of the course with Billy McCarthy 4th, Cooper Armstrong 6th, Eli Pepper 8th, Tam Johnston 28th, Nash Percy 31st, Jayden Holt 34th and Joseph Kelleher 34th. Overall, the team placed 3rd in the Age Group Point score. The Under 12 boys also completed two laps of the course (3km’s). Both boys did really well, with Fraser Boake 3rd and Raife Owen 4th. Overall, the boys placed 2nd in the Age Group Point score. The Under 15 boys moved up in distance to 4.5km’s (3 laps). Asher Armstrong 1st won the race, Eden Pearson in 2nd, Harrison Ryan 15th, Arian McGuinness 16th, George Barry 19th and Tahj Regattieri (33). Overall, the boys won the Age Group Point score. The Under 14 boys were next (4.5km’s – 3 laps). Liam Smith 3rd was on the podium, Joel Washington 7th, Aden Tillott 10th, Ewan Hitchcock 12th and Tom Barry 20th. Overall, the boys placed 4th in the Age Group Point score. The Under 17’s moved up again in distance (6km’s – 4 laps). Keenan White came 2nd, Kale Puata 6th and Taylin Burgess 11th. Overall, the boys placed 2nd in the Age Group Point score. The Under 16’s also covered the 6km course (4 laps). Deakin Wright 2nd, Darcy DeVries 3rd, Luca Quitadamo 4th and Cooper Jones 11th. Overall, the boys won the Age Group Point score. Last to go were the Under 18’s who ran the challenging course over 7.5km’s (5 laps). Will Browning 1st lead from start to finish, Calan Tucker 3rd and Dylan Xuereb 4th. A special mention to Dylan, this was his first time representing the College in a sporting team. He and Taylin both trained together in preparation for this event, and he now qualifies for the NSWCCC Championships. Overall, the boys won the Age Group Point score. A great day resulted in our team re-claiming the Broken Bay Overall Boys Champions title. Well done to all the boys who competed on the day, especially those that placed in the Top 6 of their Age Group. They now progress with the Broken Bay Team, to run at the Sydney Equestrian Centre on Tuesday 13 June. A big thank you to Sarah Moulton and Lachlan Butt for assisting with the team and helping on the day.   [foogallery id="45025"]

On Wednesday Week 3 the Under 15s Rugby League team participated in the local Central Coast gala day or City Cup. It was a fantastic day for rugby league and it was great to see so many schools submitting sides for the day. The first game was against St Phillip's Catholic College, and the team came away with a resounding 58-0 win. The St Phillip's team showed great courage and team spirit in every play, even though they were severely undersized with younger players taking the field for them. The St Edward’s students also showed great sportsmanship by kicking off after every try and not looking to be unnecessarily physical with the smaller opposition. Hard to choose a standout during this game as all players played well and shared the ball equally. The next game against Lisarow High School also ended in another victory for the team, again a game in which it was all one-way traffic for the duration. Lisarow showed great determination being a man down for the whole game. The St Edward’s team also demonstrated their sportsmanship again by playing a man down when Lisarow were reduced to 11 players following an injury. Some great running from the forwards laid the platform for some quality tries scored out wide leading to a 24-0 win. The last game of the pool rounds against Terrigal High School would prove to be our most ill-disciplined, with a lot on stake as the winner would advance to the semi-finals. Early errors and dropped ball gave Terrigal quality field position for much of the first half resulting in the only try conceded against us all day off a perfectly placed kick to the Terrigal winger on last tackle. The team showed great resilience clawing back to a tough 6-6 scoreline at half-time. The second half would demonstrate how good this team can be when they eliminate the unforced errors. Again, rolling down the field after the 1-2-3-4 punch of the middles, every set making 50-60m. We advanced through to the semi-finals after a 26-4 win over Terrigal. Up against a tough Wadalba High School side in the semi-final, the game went back-and-forth, with neither team gaining the upper hand. Both sides had errors creeping into their games as fatigue started to set in after a long day. But the team continually turned up for one-another, defending their line with grit and determination. We had opportunities to score in the first half, but the polish just wasn’t there, and the scores were locked up at 0-0 at half time. The second half would be much the same, with hard running and brutal defence. All players stepped up and with incredible direction from the halves and once again the forwards laying the platform, we crossed the line late in the second half to go up 4-0. The remaining 5 minutes would see St Edward’s defend their try line repeatedly, but again they turned away everything Wadalba threw at them, emerging victors. It was a great day of Coast rugby league, where every player to pull on the jersey stood up in various moments and showed their skills and toughness. Stand out of the day was Ben Hoban, who took run after run making over 10 metres each time and was punishing in defence. The grand final will be held in Week 8 against what will be a quality Central Coast Sports School team. The team would also like to thank manager/waterboy/distributor of lollies Mr Herringe for his support on the day.

The Under 15’s Bill Turner Cup Football team played their second game against a strong Central Coast Adventist School. Although creating many chances in the first 15 mins, the boys went to the half time break 1-0 down. Undeterred, they continued to play out the back and through midfield but were guilty of too many touches leading to turn over in possession. A well worked move saw Reid Spokes send a first-time ball through for Harry Thorpe to open the scoring Eddies account and bring the game level. Soon after the same pair combined again with Harry getting a first half brace. The second half was very much the same. Cheap turn overs in possession allowed Central Coast Adventist School to stay in the game and nearly catch us on the break a couple of times. However, the boys held on to win the game 2-1. We move on to the next round to play the winner of Gosford High School or Kincumber High School. [foogallery id="45048"]  

Coming Up in Sport Term 2 Week Event Venue Date Week 4 NSWCCC Hockey Selection Under 16's and Opens Bathurst Monday 15 May 2023 Week 4 NSWCCC Hockey Teams Championships Bathurst Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 May 2023 Week 4 CSBB Intermediate Football Gala Day Cromer Park Wednesday 17 May 2023 Week 4 Central Coast Under 13's Rugby League City Cup Berkeley Vale Wednesday 17 May 2023 Week 4 AFL Year 7 to 9 Central Coast Gala Day CCRSC Tuggerah Thursday 18 May 2023 Week 4 NSWCCC Rugby League Selection Trials Under 16's and Opens St Mary's Friday 19 and Saturday 20 May 2023 Week 5 NSWCCC Opens Football Selection Trials Glenwood Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 May 2023 Week 5 CSBB Opens Basketball Gala Day Terrigal Monday 22 May 2023 Week 5 AFL Year 10 to 12 Central Coast Gala Day CCRSC, Tuggerah Thursday 25 May 2023 Week 6 NSWCCC Opens Basketball Championships Port Macquarie Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 May 2023 Week 6 College Athletics Carnival Adcock Park Tuesday 30 May 2023 Week 6 Central Coast Under 16's Rugby League Morry Breen Oval Wednesday 31 May 2023 Week 6 NSW All Schools Swimming Carnival SOPAC Homebush Thursday 1 and Friday 2 June 2023 Week 7 CSBB Under 13's Football Gala Day Cromer Park Tuesday 6 June 2023 Week 7 Central Coast Opens Rugby League and Under 14's Cochrane Cup TBC Wednesday 7 June 2023 Week 7 Hunter/Central Coast Year 9 and 10 Touch, All Schools Wallsend Thursday 8 June 2023 Week 8 NSWCCC Cross Country Sydney Equestrian Centre Tuesday 13 June 2023 Week 8 Central Coast Rugby League Grand Final Day EDSACC Wednesday 14 June 2023 Week 9 Under 14's Central Coast Futsal Championships Niagara Park Wednesday 21 June 2023 Week 10 Sydney Metro Finals Day - Under 13's, 15's and Opens TBC Wednesday 28 June   Information for Representative Sport 2023 can be found from the one central website – CSNSW Sport Click Here 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 Representative Sports (Pathway – via a college team) Touch Football Under 15 and Opens Swimming Rugby League Under 15 and Opens (students must register with Mr Carpenter) Soccer Opens Cross Country Athletics Aside from rugby league, students must first make a College team to contest a BBSSSA carnival, before they can register for the next stage in the pathway for that sport. Each sport differs in the pathway it provides. With regards to all sports, students are reminded to be listening to the morning Daily Notices during Home Room for the names of staff who are organising various teams and information regarding those teams/events. CSNSW (NSWCCC) On the homepage  https://csnsw.sport/, scroll down to Sport Search. Step 1 click on CCC Step 2 select the Sport This website will give you access to all the current information for all CSNSW Representative and School-based events 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. 2023 NSWCCC Teams with Nomination Closing Dates Registrations are open for these sports with closing dates as listed (Please confirm via the CSNSW Sport website as closing dates may have changed) Parents who wish to register their sons for these trials must do so via the  CSNSW Sport website prior to the closing date. Note: These are state level trials and as such students should have a strong playing history. Event Closing Date Event Date Link Volleyball:  15 years and under 31 March 2023 6 April 2023 Volleyball | CSNSW Sport Portal Volleyball: 19 years and under 28 April 2023 12 May 2023 Volleyball | CSNSW Sport Portal Sailing (NSW All Schools) 19 years and under 8 April 2023 11-14 April 2023 Sailing | CSNSW Sport Portal Rugby Union: 16 years and under 14 April 2023 26 & 27 April 2023 Rugby | CSNSW Sport Portal Rugby Union: 18 years and under 14 April 2023 26 April 2023 Rugby | CSNSW Sport Portal Water Polo: 17 years and under 21 April 2023 1 May 2023 Water Polo | CSNSW Sport Portal Basketball: 16 years and under 28 April 2023 9 May 2023 Basketball | CSNSW Sport Portal Basketball: 18 years and under 28 April 2023 8 May 2023 Basketball | CSNSW Sport Portal Football: 16 years and under 28 April 2023 10 May 2023 Football | CSNSW Sport Portal Hockey: 16 years and under 5 May 2023 15 May 2023 Hockey | CSNSW Sport Portal Hockey: 18 years and under 5 May 2023 15 May 2023 Hockey | CSNSW Sport Portal Canoeing 22 & 23 May 2023 Canoeing | CSNSW Sport Portal Rowing (NSW All Schools) TBC Rowing | CSNSW Sport Portal   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 How to Register Individual Students Via the CSNSW Sport Website For parents/families: To register a student on the CSNSW Sport website for a NSWCCC sporting event or trial. STEP 1 Setting up a new account (If you have never registered a child for a Broken Bay or NSWCCC team previously) Go to the Catholic Schools NSW Sport website https://csnsw.sport/ Click on Create Account in the blue box on the top right-hand side of the page Click on ‘Parent’ Complete all the fields Adding a child Once you have logged in as a parent, click on ‘Add Child’ Complete all fields. STEP 2 Register for a sport Once logged into the CSNSW website (top right) Go to your ‘Dashboard’ (top right of page and click on your name/icon) Scroll to your child’s profile Click on ‘Register for a Sport’ Select the Sport from “available sport registration” e.g. RUGBY LEAGUE 15 YEARS – CCC Click ‘Next’  Check that your child’s school and year group are correct Complete all the following information and consent pages The final section will require a payment Once you have completed all sections and payment has been made an email will be automatically sent to your child’s principal for approval. If you have any queries regarding CSNSW, please contact your school Sports Coordinator, jason Carpenter or: Karen Grant Head of Secondary Sport karen.grant@dbb.catholic.edu.au   Combined 2023 CSBB and NSWCCC Calendar    

UAC News Applications are open Applications for university in 2024 are strong, with nearly 14,000 Year 12 students applying since we opened on 5 April. To start their application, students will need their NESA student number or their BSSS student number (ACT students) issued through their school and their UAC PIN (emailed by UAC on 5 April). Remind your students to check that they have registered a personal email address with NESA. They can do this by logging in to Students Online. UAC sends UAC PINs to the email addresses students have registered with NESA. We will email a PIN reminder in early August. Not all courses available Institutions haven’t provided all 2024 course information to UAC, but students can still complete their application for uni. They can select any course commencing in 2024 and come back later to review and update their preferences. All courses will be available in August. Course Compass If your Year 12 students need help deciding which uni course to apply for, direct them to Course Compass. After they answer a few quick questions about their HSC subjects, Course Compass will display fields of study offered to recent applicants just like them. They can then drill down to institutions offering courses that might suit them. Early offers to Year 12 students While the ATAR is still the main selection tool used by most unis, there are other ways for students to show that they’re ready to succeed at tertiary study. This means they may be able to receive an offer to university before ATARs are released. Offers made through UAC Because we have several offer rounds in the first half of the year, many Year 12 students ask us if they can receive an offer now. The short answer is 'no': the first UAC offers to Year 12 students will be made to Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) applicants on 10 November 2023. Offers made then are not based on HSC results and ATARs. Instead, they are based on other criteria like Year 11 results and the school's rating of the student. Before November offers are made to applicants who are not in Year 12 this year and already have a qualification we can assess. They're often applying to start a course in semester 2. Most UAC offers to Year 12 students are made in late December, after the release of ATARs. Offers directly from the institutions In addition to submitting an SRS application, Year 12 students can apply for an early offer directly to individual institutions. Each institution has different application and offer dates. All the details are on our website. Access and scholarship programs Applications for the Schools Recommendation Scheme, Educational Access Scheme and Equity Scholarships are all open and application guides are available to download. If you have students who may be eligible for these schemes, encourage them to start their applications as soon as they've submitted their UAC undergraduate application. Tune in to our online events Students, parents and educators can find out more about UAC's access schemes and scholarships at these upcoming info sessions. Let's Chat – Applying to the Schools Recommendation Scheme | 17 May 2023 | 6pm How to apply for an early undergraduate offer through UAC. Let's Chat – Applying for the Educational Access Scheme | 24 May 2023 | 6pm An overview of EAS and discuss categories of disadvantage, how to apply, application tips and key dates. UAC Live – Schools Recommendation Scheme, Educational Access Scheme, Equity Scholarships | 21 Jun 2023 | 5.30pm UAC's Access Coordinator Adam Hennessy will be live on Facebook and Instagram to provide an overview of UAC's access schemes and scholarships, and answer some FAQs.  

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Please see the links below for apprenticeship and traineeship information and positions available.     2023 Apprenticeship/Traineeship and Jobs Expos Our extremely successful Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expos are back providing opportunities for students and job seekers you will not receive anywhere else. Bring copies of your resume and get in first. **Free entry** About The Expos Our annual Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expos attract over 20000 visitors and 400 exhibitors combined and are widely accepted as the premier expos of their kind in NSW. The timing of the expos are a hit with families as it allows parents to attend with their children and have those all-important career chats with industry experts. The expos kick off the recruitment process. Exhibitors get the chance to collect resumes and promote their organisation for upcoming recruitment drives. You can view highlights of the Western Sydney Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expo here. With many major infrastructure projects underway there has never been a better time to start your journey on a rewarding career path. This is the perfect chance to meet experts representing industry, businesses, group training companies, registered training organisations and many more and apply for apprenticeships, traineeships, jobs and further education pathways. Whether you are at school and looking for a career path, a parent hoping to give your child the best opportunities in life, looking for a career change or a job-seeker looking to commence a rewarding career, the 2023 Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expos have all the answers you need. Exciting News! With the infrastructure boom we are experiencing, the future need for apprentices, trainees and skilled workers has never before been in such high demand. Following on from the continued success of our expos, we continue to take the model to other parts of our great state and provide our career/job seekers, business and industry, education providers and employers with the opportunity to all come together under the one roof. We are excited to announce that we have added the Newcastle - Hunter and Sutherland Shire expos to our roadshow. Where & When Central Coast Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expo Tuesday 15 August 2023 - 3pm to 8pm Mingara Recreation Club, 12/14 Mingara Dr, Tumbi Umbi NSW  

Enrolment applications for Year 7, 2024 are closing soon. The enrolment process is completed online via the College website: Click Here to Enrol online The enrolment information clearly outlines the enrolment criteria. Applications received after Friday May 19, will be processed as late applications. Current families who are aware of family or friends who wish to apply for their son to attend St Edward’s, are asked to encourage them to visit the College website for information about the College and the process of enrolment.  

Communication is Key! How we communicate with boys changes as they grow up. But whether they are young children or in their teens, keeping the lines of communication open is important. That way, we can support them emotionally and mentally, and be there for them when they need us. Try talking side by side. Whether you're kicking the footy or taking a walk together, boys tend to feel more comfortable opening up when there's less direct eye contact. It's crucial to show your son love and support. When you let your son know that he is valued and important, it can help him develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence that will serve him well throughout his life. ​​​​​​Top Tips Build a comfort zone: ​​​​​Create a safe space for chats, this could be around the dinner table or watching sport together. Affirm your son when he opens up:  Give him a hug – show that you care. Ask for his opinion – show him his opinions are valid. Say “I love you”:  Think of different ways to tell him you love him when he least suspects it. Write how you feel in cards, notes, emails and text messages.

Attention Old Boys - Invitation to The Big Night Out The College is hosting The Big Night Out, a celebration of 70 years for Old Boys.  This will be a night filled with live entertainment and bands featuring old boys and current students.  Fully catered canape menu with beer and wine supplied by Six String Brewing Co (run by old boys), the evening will also feature the launch of the “Forever the Black and Red” publication, a culmination of memoirs and recollections from various old boys throughout the seven decades of Eddies.  There will also be the opportunity for guests to experience a tour of the College campus prior to official celebrations commencing. If you would like to be invited to this event, please email marmstrong@stedwards.nsw.edu.au. RSVP’s close on 31 May 2023.  

Please see below correspondence emailed home in Term 2, 2023. Using the Canteen - Sent 28 June 2023 2023 Semester 1 Concludes - Sent 26 June 2023 2023 Term 3 Student Led Conferences Parent Information Letter Year 11 2024 Subject Selection Presentation - Sent 14 June 2023 Year 11 2024 Subject Selections - Sent 9 June 2023 Year 10 - Subject Selection Expo - Sent 2 June 2023 Athletics Carnival 2023 - Sent 22 May 2023 Student Compliance and Safety - Sent 12 May 2023 College Photographs - Sent 2 May 2023 Years 7 to 10 Friday Afternoon Sport - Sent 1 May 2023 Year 10 Parent Letter Vaccination Program - Sent 26 April 2023 Term 2, Personal Grooming - Sent 24 April 2023