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Abbott, Ron Rolheiser OMI writes Christmas is complex just as it was in the time of Mary and Joseph, when there was no room in the Inn and Jerusalem was a bustle of activity. In the days leading up to Christmas, many of us struggle to do all the things we need to do to be ready for all that needs to happen at home and work. We need to shop for gifts, send out cards, put up lights and decorations, plan menus, buy food, attend a goodly number of Christmas socials. This, added on to the normal pressures within our lives, not infrequently leaves us with the feeling: I鈥檓 not going to make it! I won鈥檛 be ready! I won鈥檛 be ready for Christmas!

Rolheiser says being ready for Christmas ought not depend upon getting everything neatly checked off on our to-do list: gifts, done; cards, done; decorations, done; food, ready; the requisite number of social obligations, completed. If you find yourself greeting your family, friends and neighbours with a little more warmth, compassion and understanding then you have made room in the Inn, you have taken on the message and purpose of Christ this Christmas. This we can change.

This Sunday, 28th November, is the First Sunday of Advent in the Christian tradition, a time of preparation and anticipation for the coming of Christ. Advent is a time of hope and aspiration 鈥� it is a foundational aspect of our human condition to be people of hope. Hope that we can come together to implement resolutions to reduce global warming and climate change; hope that there will be peace in countries of war so that families can have stability and enjoy the progress that peace brings; hope that our concerns will be resolved; hope that this virus will go away. Being people of hope, this we can change.

I would like to take the opportunity of this last Newsletter for 2021 to recognise the incredible talent and achievement of our students both in the more recognisable fields of academics, music, dance, drama, and sports, but also in the fields of speech and debating, service and mission, velour, and virtue 鈥� even the more so because of the impact of COVID-19 on our normal lives. The 黑料社区 graduate of 2021 is even more grounded and future-ready, articulate and confident, polite and respectful.

In recognising these fine achievements of our students, I am particularly conscious of, and give recognition to, the dedication of all staff and their hard work and commitment to their students. I would like to thank the College Senior Leadership Team, Mr Munday (DP), Ms Gillis (AP Pastoral Care), Ms Garofano (AP Curriculum), and Mrs Forrest (Business Manager), the Academic and Pastoral Heads, Deans, Co-ordinators and our teachers. I acknowledge especially too the leadership of Mr Chris Goodman, Director of Mission, who continues to inspire and grow the College鈥檚 awareness and response to our call to service 鈥� an act of hope. I acknowledge Mr Wisemantel our Head of Sport in his role in promoting participation, sportsmanship, the attainment of excellence, and above all, enjoyment in sport at 黑料社区. I acknowledge the hard work of our administrative staff and our grounds and maintenance staff who work tirelessly to ensure the College is maintained to the highest standards. I would also like to thank Mr Puleo, Chairperson, and the Board for their support and guidance of the College.

I鈥檇 like to take this opportunity to thank all volunteers including the Canteen and Uniform Shop volunteers; the Parents and Friends Committee; Rugby and Basketball Clubs; those who attend drop-off and pick up for sports practice, drama, music, debating and the Show Team. This list goes on 鈥� to all, thank you.

To all students of 2021, thank you for your hard work, mental toughness, discipline, and determination to succeed at whatever the task, whatever the pain, and to accept both success and failure that are always part of one鈥檚 journey. This year is a chronicle, a testament (given COVID), to both your attitude and your achievements as men and women of justice, tenderness, and humility, striving for excellence in all you do, being the best self that you can be.

I invite everyone to make room for Jesus in the Inn this summer: be good, be kind, be compassionate in all you do, think, and say.

May the good Lord bless you all.

Wishing you a happy and Holy Christmas and a restful summer.

Because a thing is difficult for you, do not therefore suppose it to be beyond mortal power. On the contrary, if anything is possible and proper for man to do, assume that it must fall within your own capacity - Marcus Aurelius.

Br Steve Hogan fsc
Principal

With all the talk about Glasgow and an impending election, the following words from Pope Francis might be worth some reflection. We need to build bridges and not add to the unrest we see around us.

As the public arena has become increasingly dominated by the beleaguered self 鈥� anxious, controlling, quick to take offence, self-justifying 鈥� our society risks becoming ever more divided and fragmented…..As the paralysis of polarization sets in, public life is reduced to a squabble between factions seeking supremacy.

Like St Francis make us keepers of the peace sowing unity where there is dissension and by love helping people to overcome innate selfishness.

Once again 黑料社区's annual Christmas Hamper Appeal is underway. Every year 黑料社区 creates a bit of Christmas cheer for our partners St Bernadette's Parish, St Vincent de Paul Society, San Miguel Family Crisis Centre, Yourtown, Baabayn and CommunityXChange Indigenous Pre School.

We are asking students to bring in to their Tutor Group a food hamper item and a gold coin to buy presents for families in need by Friday 3rd December.

Mr Chris Goodman
Director of Mission

黑料社区 has a wonderful tradition of Year 12 graduates and alumni serving the Lasallian mission throughout Australia and around the world as volunteers in the Lasallian Volunteers Program or Youth Ministers in Lasallian schools.

Once again we have Year 12 graduates committing to Lasallian service in 2022.

Ryan Parkins (Class of 2021) has been successful and will be joining the Lasallian Volunteer program serving in the Aboriginal Community of Balgo Hills, in the very centre of Australia, out from Alice Springs. Ryan joins a long list of 黑料社区 alumni who have worked at Balgo Hills for the past 20 years, in fact, we have had an 黑料社区 graduate there all bar one year in the last twenty years, the last being Mr Alex Murrie and Miss Leah McDonald (Class of 2018).

Ryan's desire to serve was nurtured at 黑料社区, and his vast array of experiences as well as his motivation and application to the program made him a stand out applicant. We look forward to hearing about his experiences over the coming months.

Congratulations also to Miss Gabriella Papillo (Class of 2021) who has been appointed as Youth Minster at 黑料社区 starting in 2022 and will join alumni Mr Chris Watters, Class of 2019. 

黑料社区 is exceptionally proud to announce the FDC Scholarship Program for 黑料社区 graduates. Two exciting scholarship opportunities exist - one for an 黑料社区 student graduating in 2021 commencing in 2022 and one for an 黑料社区 student graduating in 2022 and commencing in 2023. 

黑料社区 is pleased to have collaborated with FDC - our Master Plan builders on this scholarship initiative, which will open up unprecedented opportunities to our graduates to jump start their career journey within a leading construction company, with financial support and hands-on, real-world experience.

The FDC Scholarship Program provides the unique opportunity to combine part-time study with practical and relevant work experience while building a successful and rewarding career at FDC. 

These scholarships offer:

• First-hand experience in the construction and building industry
• A program tailored to your specific strengths and goals
• Extensive opportunities to develop relationships with experienced professionals and fellow industry newcomers
• Career options and pathways for growth
• A salary and your university fees are covered for each passed subject in your university construction or building degree.

Potential experience areas include:

• Contracts Administration
• Site Management
• Project Management
• Engineering
• Design
• Estimation
• Safety
• Stakeholder Engagement

To learn more about this exciting initiative, you can hear from two 黑料社区 alumni Miss Brittany Wells and Mr Bailey Stewart (both Class of 2017) on their career, experience and the benefits of working and studying with FDC. There are many successful 黑料社区 alumni and parents who work at FDC currently.

Applications close in December 2021 and December 2022 for these highly regarded opportunities. Email jessicaf@fdcbuilding.com.au to get started.

The link to the scholarship video is: .

The link to the brochure is: 

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

On Tuesday 23rd November, 黑料社区 was proud to hold our Year 11 Leaders Investiture ceremony and Academic Awards Assembly.

Our Leaders were presented with their badges, anointed with oil, and took the 黑料社区 Leaders pledge as they embark on their journey to serve the 黑料社区 community over the coming year.

We also acknowledged the hard work, dedication and academic excellence of our Year 11 students. Congratulations to Liam Milton-White, Dux; Jack Talty 2nd Dux; Talia Scheeren and Mikeeli Lake equal third Dux on their outstanding academic achievements. We also awarded included 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for each subject, Consistent Effort and Application, Improvement in Learning and Results, Excellence in Sports and ISA Awards, Duke of Edinburgh Silver Awards, Lasallian Youth Gold Awards, Macquarie University Leaders Awards, Read to Succeed and Level 2 Awards. We also enjoyed a number of musical pieces from students.

Following the ceremony, our College Leaders prepared and served a BBQ for the cohort to celebrate the day as a cohort.

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

The final edition of The 黑料社区 Drive for 2021 has been published. This magazine highlights some of the College's major activities along with stories from our successful alumni. 

We hope you enjoy reading the November 2021 edition: 

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

Educational spaces play an important role in students learning. With this in mind, 黑料社区's Innovation Hub has been designed to promote student ingenuity and innovation through cutting-edge facilities.

Once completed our Innovation Hub will include impressive classrooms and spaces:

• Four workshops - two project, one fabrication and one junior workshop
• Two multi-material workshops
• Two machine storerooms for timber and metal
• An oversized graphic design room
• Two general-purpose TAS rooms
• Two computer laboratories
• Eight wet Science laboratories
• One super laboratory
• One investigative Science laboratory
• Seven multi-purpose laboratories
• Two preparation rooms
• One staffroom
• One make-a-space
• Numerous breakout spaces

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

We hope you enjoy your summer break. Term dates are outlined here: . We look forward to welcome students back:

• Year 7 and 11 return Thursday 27th January 2002
• Years 8, 9, 10 and 12 return Friday 28th January 2022

This notice would be helpful particularly to Duke of Edinburgh participants. Kathmandu is kindly offering staff and students an exclusive shopping program between Thursday 2nd December and Sunday 12th December.

Simply print and take into either the Central Park, Pitt Street, Kent Street, Rouse Hill, Castle Hill, Castle Towers, Hornsby or Macquarie stores the attached flyer to receive this discount. The discounts can range between 40% to 60% off Kathmandu branded gear.

Miss Alyssa Nursdorfer
Duke of Edinburgh Leader

It is no secret how difficult 2021 has been, as a result of NSW COVID lockdowns. Spending about four months at home limited us from doing things we love, such as sports and seeing our friends, and the 黑料社区 Performing Arts Department has not had its lack of difficulties.

At the end of Term Two, the Year 10 Drama students were excited to find out they were performing 鈥楤reaker Morant鈥�, a captivating play about the trials of three Australian war heroes from the Boer War. Once we went back to school remotely, we were given the pleasing news that the auditions were still taking place and that we would rehearse over Zoom and perform it on stage once restrictions were eased.

The future of our Year 10 Play seemed unclear, and performance impossible because of COVID constraints. However, as a cast, we pushed on, rehearsing over Zoom every week. The rehearsals were much different to what a Year 10 Drama student could usually expect, consisting of script readings and virtual characterisation workshops. Fortunately, soon after the lockdown was lifted.

Students were eager to get back in the theatre and push on, despite not only facing the difficulties resulting from the pandemic, but also disruption stemming from the construction on campus. After difficulties transitioning from Zoom calls to hours of face-to-face rehearsals, it was finally decided that the Play was to be filmed. The experience of acting for the camera/filming proved to add an increasing number of layers of complexity to the performance process. The whole cast should be greatly commended on their effort and outstanding performances delivered. 

The filming process was extremely lengthy and tiring and we were given a lot of assistance from ex-students Grant Brennan and Edward Joseph (both Class of 2020) and entertainment students. With Edward Joseph, Oliver Miskovich, Ms Carloss and Mrs Butler directing, two full-length films were produced with two different casts. The process had its difficulties, but after working tirelessly, we have created a new performing experience for students and 鈥榲irtual鈥� audiences.

COVID has limited a lot throughout the past two years, and Year 10 Drama has faced its fair share of challenges, but the determination and work ethic demonstrated by the cast is to be commended. We look forward to the community being able to watch this film, something that the whole Performing Arts Department is proud of.

Andreas Juarez and Ethan Ryan, Year 10

Ms Lisa Carloss
Drama Co-ordinator

Always at the forefront of course innovation, 黑料社区 identified the opportunity in our VET subject offerings to include a thriving new subject - Sport Coaching. This growing and popular career pathway includes much more than just exercise and health promotion with the course developing confidence, communication, leadership, judgement, and assertiveness while using students' skills and enthusiasm for their beloved sport.

What is Sport Coaching?

Sport Coaching allows students to continue their passion and interest in sport while attaining nationally recognised qualifications. Students are exposed to meaningful experiences in different sporting categories that assist with sport coaching, umpiring and refereeing roles through practical and theory components.

The predominantly practical course sees students write, conduct, and evaluate strength and conditioning programs, implement problem-solving strategies for issues within team structures and game plans, implement sport psychology methods, identify and manage risks, and understand legalities, child protection and ethical issues. Some of the activities see students miked up and filmed via a drone as they coach and referee, allowing them to self-critique and enhance their skills and style; and marshalling at ISA events such as Cross Country. 

Since its inception, the Sport Coaching course has successfully provided pathways for several students, empowering them to successfully fulfil their goals. Many of our students are currently working in community and College sports such as basketball, rugby, and football in umpiring, refereeing or coaching roles. These sought after positions are also used as part of the 'community hours' requirements and offer a higher pay rate than other part-time jobs.

Who Teaches Sport Coaching?

Who better to run our Sport Coaching course than our own John Williams. John is highly qualified and has years of industry experience and extensive contacts that he draws upon, enabling our students to receive the very best outcomes.

After leaving Parramatta Marist, John played first grade in the NRL for ten years for clubs such as Parramatta, Roosters, Sharks and Cowboys. Knowing that his professional football career couldn鈥檛 last forever, he studied part-time to become a teacher specialising in PDPHE and then Mathematics, and also Sports Science and a Masters of Education in Coaching. Joining 黑料社区 in 2017, he continued his passion for strategising and coaching football teams part-time and was Assistant Coach of the Roosters U20 side and the 16-18 years old Harold Matthews and SG Hall?? squad for five years.

John鈥檚 industry connections enable students to gain significant experience behind the scenes for sports clubs such as the Sydney Swifts, Sydney FC, NRL and Sydney Kings, who provide industry leading coaching/umpires to our students as part of their coursework. These networking opportunities allow students to surround themselves with like-minded people and learn from their success to lay a solid foundation for their potential future careers. Other schools have since followed our lead and have included the meaningful course, enabling us to grow and develop outside networks.

What Qualifications can be Achieved?

Students who complete the Sports Coaching Course achieve numerous fundamental qualifications while still at 黑料社区. Among these are First Aid Certification, entry-level Referees Certificate and entry-level (Level 1) Certificate III Sport Coach of their chosen sport. All these accredited qualifications give students a head start to many careers beyond 黑料社区.

Does Sports Coaching Count towards my HSC?

Sports Coaching HSC VET course counts as Board Endorsed unit credit for the HSC, but does not contribute towards an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

What Do Our Students Say?

During my time studying sports coaching with Mr Williams, I have gained an abundance of knowledge in many aspects of local and professional sport. Mr Williams has been able to use his experience in the professional sport industry to accurately and extensively teach the subject and is able to break down all aspects of sport in a way that is applicable to us as students. When I signed up to coach a team for my local soccer club, I had a sound understanding of coaching techniques as well as the rules and regulations surrounding it. Mr Williams was very helpful in guiding me through starting as a coach and now thanks to his help I am a much more confident and competent coach and am still developing every day.

William Kalocsai

This is a really interesting course, that has helped me secure a refereeing position in basketball. I have enjoyed studying Sport Coaching and have found Mr Williams to be very helpful and persistent in my development.

Ashton Matthews

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

In Year 8, students were tasked to create a portrait of one of their teachers for the Portraits and the Figure unit. Every class, under the guidance of their teacher, produced a unique interpretation of their sitter. Capturing the likeness of a person can be challenging but many soon students discovered that they are more capable than they gave themselves credit for. Students demonstrated excellent artmaking skills in a range of materials and forms such as drawing, painting, ceramics or wire sculptural forms.

Whilst the students completed their portraits for 鈥淭eachibald鈥� in June, the lockdown limited the student鈥檚 ability to appreciate their works on display firsthand.  We have acknowledged the work of one student who has demonstrated sophisticated drawing skills, which were then transferred into a Laser cut onto a piece of wood, producing a dynamic interpretation of Mr Skinner. Lucas continues to impress with his conscientiousness, creativity, and commitment to learning. A truly exceptional student. I would like to congratulate Lucas on being awarded Artist of the Month for June 2021.

Mrs Marie Hogan
Academic Head of Visual Arts

It was fortuitous the Visual Arts department decided to review the Term Three Street Art program at the start of the year. Instead of working in traditional methods such as paste-ups on the graffiti wall at Cherrybrook Park, we decided to go virtual. In keeping with Contemporary Art practice, numerous artists elected to create artworks that do not leave a mark on the planet. Virtual artworks have another advantage, they can readily reach audiences, not only virtual learning but also international exhibition spaces. Here, once again we can see Contemporary Art practices acknowledging ways to both unite and challenge humanity, without an excessive impact on the environment. 

Students continued to look at the practice of both local and international Street Artists, however, their response was created using the Adobe suite. They communicate their concept through Animation. 

As it is the first time our Year 9 Visual Arts students were attempting this new unit of study, they had been given till Week Two, Term Four to submit their artworks.

Daniel Heaton is the artist of the month of November. His animation looks at the impact of deforestation locally. Here the koala is exposed to danger as they go in search of food and shelter.

Congratulations to Daniel and all the Year 9 elective Visual Arts for your creative responses during remote learning.

Mrs Cecilia Weinert
Visual Arts Teacher

The opening match of the 2018 World Cup (soccer) caused a problem for millions of viewers worldwide because Russia wore a red team strip and Saudi wore green! But what was the problem? Well, it is estimated that a massive 320 million people worldwide are colour blind therefore it is likely that millions of people were struggling to work out which team were which!

Colour blindness, or colour vision deficiency is the inability to see colours normally and is one of the world鈥檚 most common genetic conditions. Approximately 1 in 12 men inherit colour blindness but only 1 in 200 females. Statistically speaking, the condition affects one player in every men's football team and certainly we would expect to have a large number of colour-blind boys (and possibly girls) at 黑料社区.

This is an created by which considers the drawbacks of being colour blind in soccer. In addition, this very of the pre-match introductions before a soccer game between Liverpool FC vs Ludogorets Razgrad in September 2014 (created by Lars Lagerback) gives us the perspective of a  alongside that of a viewer without colour vision deficiency. If both 鈥榮ides鈥� of this video look identical (in regards to the colour of the team strips), it might be worth investigating further with your optometrist.

It鈥檚 important for us to know whether your child can correctly discriminate between colours particularly if a test question depends on it; imagine having to respond to a question which involved distinguishing between colours if you were only able to see three colours in the pie charts below.

If you are already aware that your son or daughter has colour vision deficiency, please could you let the Learning Support department know if you haven鈥檛 done so already. It is vital that we have this information in order to effectively support your child and ensure that adjustments for colour vision deficiency are being implemented.

It鈥檚 always a good idea to have regular eyesight checks so perhaps you can ask your optometrist to screen for colour blindness on your next visit; the Ishihara Plate Test is a commonly used test worldwide.

You can find many interesting articles to read and some great resources at the website of the organisation and if you have any comments or questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch via learningsupport@oakhill.nsw.edu.au or mwatts@oakhill.nsw.edu.au

Colour Vision Deficiency (colour blindness)

• Colour blindness (colour vision deficiency - CVD) is usually inherited and affects more boys than girls.
• Colour blindness is caused by the malfunction or lack of one type of particular colour sensitive cells (cone cells) in the back of the eye.
• Red or green colour vision deficiencies are the most common inherited types and the most common forms of colour vision deficiency.
• People who are red or green colour blind cannot see or distinguish the red and green components of colours, having difficulty with the colours red, green, brown and orange.
• People with reduced or malfunctioning cone cells to distinguish blue hues have difficulty identifying the differences between blue and yellow, violet and red and blue and green.

Mrs Monica Watts
Academic Head of Learning Support

BOOKLIST REMINDER 

Box of Books has been chosen by 黑料社区 to provide an all-in-one online ordering system for your child's digital and physical textbook supplies.

Visit to create your account and order your child's textbooks. Orders must be placed by Friday 10th December.

Box of Books make every attempt to fully supply all physical orders; however, we can't guarantee stock levels for orders placed after Friday 10th December 2021. Physical books will be shipped to your home address. Delivery can be tracked through your Box of Books account.

STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS

We are continuing with the online stationery provider Office Basics to assist with your basic stationery items. This is a very convenient way to prepare for the school year. The College also receives a 5% rebate on total sales which is granted to the 黑料社区 Parent & Friends Committee, to assist with College projects. Please use the following web address:  to place your order.

International Men鈥檚 Day (November 19th) is a day to celebrate the positive value men bring to the community, and shine the spotlight on men鈥檚 health and wellbeing. This year 黑料社区 undertook a number of initiatives around this day. Here is Jed' reflection:

On Tuesday 16th November, 黑料社区 recognised and celebrated International Mens Day, which is celebrated worldwide on Friday 19th of November. To acknowledge this day, Year 10 and 12s came together prepared and workshopped how to get students to open up and engage in this conversation. Then students from all Years came together in Tutor Group time to watch a video of Patrick Spence (Year 11) and I interviewing Ryan Papenhuyzen, (Class of 2016) and NRL superstar, speaking about what International Mens Day means to him and discussing our core theme of 鈥楤eing a Good Mate.鈥� Senior boys joined Year 7 and 8 Tutor Groups and encouraged the junior students to reflect upon 鈥榤ateship鈥� and answer questions about being a man. 

Overall, this years inaugural International Mens Day at 黑料社区 served as a platform for further recognition in years to come and was successful in getting our young men to think about being a good mate and manhood.

Jed McDonald-Singh, Year 10

Some thoughts at Tutor Group from our Year 9s were: 

• How can we all be like a big brother to someone? 
• We need to keep supporting each other by sharing experiences. 
• We can keep caring for each other by making time to catch up. 
• Keep having regular conversations with your mates. 
• Ask more questions more often to see if everyone is ok.

During our Friday morning Liturgy dedicated to International Men's Day, Br Pat fsc had some poignant words:

Mateship is quintessential Australian. Born from our convict past, nurtured on the fields of Flanders and the ANZAC spirit, necessary as a response to the harsh Australian environment we pride ourselves on standing together against adversity. It is why we responded better to the recent pandemic than any other country. The same spirit was shown in the bushfires and the Australian cricket team鈥檚 unlikely win in the world cup on Monday was put down to the love they had for one another. A proud Lasallian, Ashton Agar, was part of that group. In Australia we live out today鈥檚 gospel message to love one another by being good mates.

Here at 黑料社区 our extra-curricular activities try to cultivate mateship and an intense sense of community. Look at how lack lustre this year has felt without our sport, drama, music and service opportunities. Life dries up when we can鈥檛 be with our mates and doing good together. In this context we acquire the skills we need to be good mates to all 鈥� self -confident, a sense of belonging, how to work with others 鈥� the list is endless. Welcome back next year to extra -curricular activities as it is an essential part of our DNA.

Mateship becomes Lasallian when it is inclusive of gender and other cultures. It is more than a blokey thing. Young men need to make women mates. Young men often ask what makes them attractive to young women. The best answer is to be both strong and gentle. The stronger a man is the more gentle he can be. DLS often returns to this theme in his great work the Conduct of Christian Schools. Being gentle means listening to others and valuing what they say. Being vulnerable where appropriate is also important as Ryan Papenhayzen stated recently in his video to the College. Let us build a community here that is trusting and supportive. Never take part in talking ill of others. It breaks down our community.

Mateship is one the of the central values that defines us as Australians, Lasallians and Christians. It essentially involves equality, loyalty and friendship. May your generation take this wonderful attribute and develop it.

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

Over 40 students in Years 7 and 8 have earned the award by reading three books from the Principal鈥檚 list, three from the student list and four of their own choice. Students were invited to a special morning tea in the library with Brother Steve which they enjoyed immensely.

Well done to these students who were posting regularly on their padlet throughout the entire Read to Succeed program.

This year students in Years 9 and above were invited to take part in the Senior Read to Succeed training program and congratulations to the students who have earned the Principal鈥檚 award. These students read at least 3 books from the Senior Principal鈥檚 List and were posting regularly on their padlet throughout the program.

They were invited to lunch with Brother Steve and enjoyed their pizza and some time talking about the books they have read over the year. Such a diversity of reading material.

The library aims to challenge, encourage and motivate students to improve their reading. We would like to thank students who participated in the Read to Succeed training program and encourage everyone to keep up the training over the holiday break.

Talking Sport with Jemma and Hunter

Hey there 黑料社区 family.

We are Jemma and Hunter, your College Sports Captains for 2022.

A bit about us:

We are both passionate about sport and believe that it is the foundation of our growth as students at 黑料社区. 

Our goal for this coming year is to get as many students to be involved in sport across all cohorts, which leads to our next goal of building a sense of community and pride throughout the College by being involved in what 黑料社区 has to offer.

Sport is about mateship, fun, and competition. This is done by supporting your fellow 黑料社区 brothers and sisters in their chosen sport and pushing each other to be the very best that we can be. 

We are so pleased to be your Sports Captains for 2022. We cannot wait to see you on the sporting field. 

Good luck!!

Jemma and Hunter, Year 11

Congratulations to James Nati (Class of 2021) who has received a full baseball scholarship to Stanford University commencing in 2022. James has achieved this through many years of hard work and devotion and here is his story:

In 2010 my family moved to Atlanta USA for a year and this is when I started playing baseball and fell in love with the game.

When we moved back to Australia, we found the local baseball club and I haven't looked back since. My goal was always to play baseball in the USA.

I was fortunate enough to go on several trips to the USA for baseball, and on one trip in 2017, I visited Stanford University on a tour. From that day on, my dream was to play baseball there, and this has motivated me every day over the past four years.

Fast forward two years to 2019, I had the opportunity to play games and showcase in front of the Stanford coaches/scouts. After seeing me play, they stayed in contact with me and shortly after I received a scholarship offer to continue my academic and sporting career at Stanford. I verbally committed to the offer at Stanford but knew that the hard work wasn't over yet.

The last two years of my life have been focused on achieving the highest possible standard of grades and continuing to develop as a player.

On Thursday 11th November, I finally signed the National Letter of Intent to secure my position and scholarship at Stanford University from 2022.

Next year in June, I head to San Francisco, California, to join the team with my goal of being the first Australian baseball player to win a National Championship. My other goal is to be a first-round draft pick in the MLB and continue playing baseball professionally after playing at Stanford. 

Some of the notable teams I've played in are:

• NSW CIS Schoolboys team
• NSW Baseball team;
• Australian team U12, U15, U18 (squad)
• Sydney Blue Sox

James Nati, Class of 2021

Two 黑料社区 students, Olivia Humm and Alex Nielsen (Year 12) recently sat the Law Admission Test (LAT) for a Bachelor of Double Law. We are pleased to announce their outstanding results 鈥� Olivia is in the top 1% of candidates achieving 92/100 and Alex is in the top 2% of candidates achieving 91/100. These exceptional scores place them in the top percentile of all Year 12 candidates across Australia and current university students wishing to transfer to the University of NSW.

The LAT is a professionally designed and marked selection test that assesses critical thinking, analytical skills, problem-solving and the ability to organise and express ideas. Demand is strong and places are limited for this course, however, these high scores coupled with their strong academic results have certainly set Olivia and Alex up to excel in their future legal careers.

With their feet on the ground, aiming for the stars.

Mrs Gabby Russo
Marketing & Community Liaison Co-ordinator

The Addams Family production at Hornsby RSL will be held from 21st-29 January 2022. A number of past and present students have leading roles in this production including Ed Joseph (Class of 2020) as Lurch, Aidan Grace (Year 11) as Gomez, Jack Talty (Year 11) as an undead ancestor, James Waters and Tanner Woodhead (both Class of 2020).

Tickets are on sale now: 

Break a leg.

The 黑料社区 P&F Incorporated is a strong and vibrant committee made up of volunteers who work together on projects and events for the College community.

We are still looking for someone to fill the positions of Treasurer, Gala Day Co-ordinator and Welcome Night Co-ordinator. If this is something that might interest you, please reach out on pandf@oakhill.nsw.edu.au.  

We have some exciting events in the pipeline already and look forward to 2022. 

Ms Carina Morales
P&F Secretary

What better way to celebrate summer approaching than to bring back our very popular Single City to Multi City Membership upgrade offer! As many of your supporters begin to plan holidays and catch ups with family and friends, it鈥檚 the perfect time to make the most of the savings in a Multi City Membership. Your supporters will enjoy incredible savings across 20 cities with the FREE upgrade from Single City to Multi City Membership! Make the most of this limited time offer and promote today. Offer ends 11:59pm 9th January 2022 AEDT Getting the word out is easy with the email template we have created below.  Don鈥檛 forget to use your social media, your own website etc to let your supporters know they can purchase from you!  We have created several great promotional materials which you can access in Brandfolder.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

黑料社区

We currently have a large number of local employers, many of who are ex-黑料社区 or employ ex-黑料社区 students, looking to employ apprentices in:

• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Air Conditioning
• Landscaping
• Automotive Trades
• Hospitality trades
• Hairdressing Trades 
• Childcare Traineeships and
• Administration Traineeships  

These positions are open not just to 2021 school leavers but are also open to other young people looking to build a professional career utilising their practical skills.

We ask if our 黑料社区 Community can let their relatives and friends know about these opportunities and encourage them to contact Marisa Quattrocchi 鈥� Careers Advisor  marisaq@oakhill.nsw.edu.au to find out more details about opportunities available.

SUMMER SKILLS PROGRAMS

The NSW government is funding free courses from now until April 2022 for young people 15-24 years who are no longer in school. These courses can range from short 1-3 day programs to more extensive 3-4 week programs where you will complete modules that could allow you to enter further study at Australian Qualifications Certificate levels (AQF Cert. II or III). These courses are aimed to help you gain skills in industries that are expected to grow in the future. 

For more information search Summer Skills Programs on the internet, go to the NSW Education website:

or contact Marisa Quattrocchi 鈥� Careers Advisor marisaq@oakhill.nsw.edu.au for details of the Summer Skills courses.

Mr Ben Eisenhuth (Class of 2014) Principal Physiotherapist at H2H has some positions vacant for:

• Part time receptionist (flexible working hours from home and clinic)
• Full time Physiotherapist 
•  Contractor Sports Trainer 

Please contact Ben at ben@h2hphysiotherapy.com.au for further information.

The 黑料社区 Uniform Shop Flexischool ordering system will be closed for orders from Thursday 2nd December 2021 through to Monday 3rd January 2022. Orders placed after 3rd January will be processed for pickup on Monday 17th January 2022.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please be reminded that there is no canteen available for students for Term Four.