20 September 2019 Avila College Newsletter

News
20 September | 2019 Inspiring today for tomorrow

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FROM THE Dr Michelle Cotter
PRINCIPAL
Principal

Exec. MBA, M.Ed. Leadership, M.Ed. RE, Post Grad.
Dip. IT, Post Grad. Dip. Adult Ed., Grad. Dip. RE, B.Ed

Chiara Smith Better Together has been our 2019 theme and a delightfully
bright and bubbly mantra that has been abundantly evident
Co Captain these past two weeks.

Alexandra Michael The Art, Design and Technology Exhibition, Health and PE Week,
RU OK? Day, Sports Awards Night, Lunch Time Stand Against
Co Captain Climate Change Action and Term Three Student of the Term
Assembly to name just a few of the opportunities that have
35 Charles Street, brought us together.
Mount Waverley,
Victoria 3149
T 03 9831 9600
avila@avilacollege.
vic.edu.au
avila.vic.edu.au

The upcoming holiday break is a great opportunity to be Better
Together with our families, to read a book, walk in the park, get
involved with a spring clean and prepare ourselves for a busy
Term Four.
Best wishes to all students, staff and families for a restful break.

Happy Learning!
Dr Michelle Cotter

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Board Report Dear God:

The Avila College Advisory Board has now welcomed a further co-opted Spring is a metaphor for
member, Mrs Jacqui Giuliano, from Rowville Parish and looks forward to the change.
positive contributions and energy Jacqui will bring to the Board.
The Avila College Advisory Board Meeting in July featured an informative Some changes we
update from Deputy Principal Students, Janine Bauman, about forthcoming eagerly await, and some
reforms to information sharing across service spaces, aiming to further we abhor.
support the welfare, safety and wellbeing outcomes for students. Most
notably, through Janine’s significant expertise, Avila was selected as the only Some changes we
Catholic school to participate in the Information Sharing Focus Group, which plan and others arrive
is assisting the development of a framework across this multi-agency space. uninvited.
Many thanks Janine for your strong leadership in this area.
In the coming months, Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching, Leah To all these changes
Eekelschot, will lead the development of a Board Curriculum Sub Committee we ask the gift of Your
which will include community and Board members. It is anticipated that this perspective beckoning
Sub Committee will provide regular updates to the Avila College Advisory us to expectation, hope,
Board, similar to those of the Finance Sub Committee. and rebirth.
Term 3 has offered many opportunities for community members to gather
and celebrate the giftedness of both Avila students and staff. Sincere thanks May the sunlight and
to our Board Members, who generously support these community gatherings. the rain be reminders
Sally-Anne Petrie, Chairperson that You are at work
renewing the earth.
Parent and Student SSuUrRveVyEY RESULTS
As a God of renewal, You
Thank you for your valuable are ever at work in our
feedback and comments. lives, too.
Parents, students and staff
were surveyed and expressed Open our eyes and lives
overwhelming support for the to the needed changes
continuation of the three week break. in our lives this Spring
The College Board were interested to
read your comments and following Awaken us to new life
consideration, have endorsed the and perspective, for we
three week break for 2020-2024. pray in Jesus’ name.

Amen

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Student

of the Term Awards

Term Three | 2019

Eve Feeney

Year 7 A “quiet achiever” who by listening to and communicating
demonstrates the Avila spirit with her fellow students. She is a
Year 8 throughout her daily life, Eve is a team player and active participant
caring and compassionate member in college life and extra curricular
Year 9 of our community who generously activities. Eve tries her best to
and graciously supports her peers make Avila a better place and
4 and teachers. A committed student brightens up our school each day
who applies herself in the with her welcoming smile.
classroom, Eve seeks to understand

Jennifer Panagakos Jennifer’s warm and friendly
approach in the classroom,
Conscientious, consistent and school yard and beyond is valued
committed, Jennifer’s interactions and contributes to the positive
with others personifies our value of atmosphere and community
respect for all. connections within our College.

A loyal friend, she works hard to
bring out the best in herself and
others.

Victoria Sarafian squad and music ensembles
she contributes to daily college
Victoria has dared to embrace so life. Demonstrating a genuine
many opportunities within Avila sense of community, Victoria is
and demonstrated a willingness approachable, works cooperatively
to try out new activities and in teams whilst also excelling in her
contribute to both core learning individual academic pursuits.
areas and extra curricular options.
As a member of the SRC, debating

Year 10 Sandra Joby classroom discussions and asks
considered questions to further
Always smiling, Sandra’s peers and stimulate the learning of all.
teachers have commented on how Through her actions she shows
she “brightens up their day” with support and compassion and her
her positive attitude, empathetic small acts of kindness make a big
approach and Christian love. difference to the lives and
Reliable, modest and respectful, wellbeing of others.
Sandra is a curious and engaged
student who participates fully in

Year 11 Hannah McDonald deliver her best, Hannah also
demonstrates a deep commitment
Hannah’s positive energy and focus to faith and community, is a valued
towards her school life and work member of the Reconciliation
is contagious and inspiring. She is Group and makes a genuine effort
encouraging, supportive and a hard to make a difference and help
worker who manages her schedule others.
and helps others stay up to date.

Always aiming to try her best and

Year 12 Katelin Gudzoska A diligent student who applies
herself and enthusiastically
Katelin demonstrates great engages with many school
empathy for others and maturity activities, Katelin is a positive
in allowing those around her their presence at Avila. Always eager to
dignity. ‘lend a hand’, Katelin’s approach
has meant that she has become
She quietly advocates for those a valued role model for other
who lack a voice, and seeks to be students and her kindness always
a support for those in need. She shines through.
deals with others in the spirit of
respect and compassion.

Student of the Term is a recognition of individual students who actively
seek to achieve excellence in their participation in and contribution to
Avila College life through our seven Presentation Values: Faith, Vision,
Action, Daring, Justice, Community & Compassion.

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FAITH Ms Carmela Marino
& MISSION
Director of Faith and Mission

[email protected]

Mietta Busscher Holy Family
Communion
Faith & Mission Celebration
Captain
Avila students celebrated
Monique Mason the Holy Communion of
Holy Family Primary School
Faith & Mission students with a visit,
Vice Captain personally written cards and
special cupcakes.
Clare McMorrow

Reconciliation Captain

Tiara Chandraratne

Reconciliation Vice Captain

C n r t l t o s o r cei g y u
F r t H l C m u i n.g e t n sf o a i a

M yo rg dL r b e sy ua w y .

35 Charles Street Mount Waverley VIC 3149 | Tel 03 9831 9600 avila.vic.edu.au

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ADvialya. Faith &
Mission
Important
Dates

Gospel Readings

Sun 22 September
Luke 16: 1–13
You cannot be
slaved of both God
and of money.

Sun 29 September
Luke 16: 19–3
During your life
good things came
your way just as bad
things came the way
of Lazarus. Now he
is being comforted
while you are in
agony.

8am Important Dates

Tues 15 Oct 27 September
Memorial of
Mass, trivia, fiesta, dancing and more St Vincent de Paul

Celebrating the Feast Day of St Teresa of Avila 30 September
Memorial
Avila Day Mass of St Jerome

We would like to extend an invitation to the Avila community 1 October
to join us to celebrate Avila Day at our Mass on Tuesday 15 Memorial of
October from 8.50am. St Thérèse
Please reserve your seat via the following trybooking link: of the Child Jesus
www.trybooking.com/BFMAG
2 October
Memorial of the Holy
Guardian Angels

4 October
Memorial
of St Francis of Assisi

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Santa Teresa
Immersion
Tour 2019

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LEARNING & Ms Leah Eekelschot
TEACHING
Deputy Principal Learning & Teaching

[email protected]

Ms Klara Baka

Director of Learning & Teaching

[email protected]

Prakashika Ravi Subject Selections

Learning Captain Congratulations to all students on their learning progress this
term. As you would all be aware term three has also involved
Stephanie Skafidas much reflection and discussion about learning programs for 2020.

Learning Vice Captain Thank you to all students for completing their selections promptly. We are currently
working on the 2020 timetable so we can accommodate as many student preferences as
possible. This is a complicated and complex task and takes much time and discussion.
Students and parents will be advised on the final subject offerings next term.

Images from the French Study Tour

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2020 Global Study Tours

Discover more about the study tours on offer in 2020
at the Information Evening on Wednesday 16 October
from 7-8pm. Learn about how you could experience the
language, culture and sightseeing highlights of Indonesia
or Italy together with Avila College.

Italy 2020 Indonesia 2020

This invitation is open to all students who will be There is an exciting opportunity ahead for
studying Italian in Year 10 and Year 11 in 2020. Indonesian students who will be in Year 9, 10 or
11 in 2020 and plan to continue with their study of
The tour will begin in Rome where students will Indonesian in 2021 – the Indonesian study tour!
experience ancient Rome, an audience with the Pope
and visits to other religious sites like the catacombs, We will be travelling in November/December 2020 to
the Vatican, Castel Sant’Angelo and the Sistine the diverse islands of Bali and Java in Indonesia.
Chapel. A day trip to the ancient roman holiday resort
of Pompeii will follow prior to arrival at the Amalfi Whilst in Bali, you will have the opportunity to
coastal town of Sorrento. enhance your language skills at the Indonesia
Australia Language Foundation during three days of
From here students will take a day trip to the ancient language classes (excellent VCE preparation!). You
Roman settlement on the island of Capri. The tour will also be able to visit the dramatic cliff-top temple
will then head north with a visit to the medieval town of Uluwatu and the famous Balinese village of Ubud.
of Siena prior to attending 5 days of Italian language We will stay in Sanur, a laid-back beach resort with a
classes at Monash University in the Renaissance town welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.
of Prato. Students will meet students from the local
Italian schools and take part in cultural activities Following Bali, we will travel to the island of Java
within the centre of the old town. and base ourselves in its cultural heartland of
Yogyakarta. We will take in sunrise at Borobudur
The tour will then take a day trip to Pisa to climb the Temple, visit a local village, make our own batik
tower, prior to experiencing the art and architecture painting and silver jewellery, enjoy a city tour
of Renaissance Florence. From here the tour will around Yogyakarta’s many attractions, and have the
travel north for a day trip to the ancient roman town opportunity to interact with locals whilst buying all
of Verona where students will experience the setting our souvenirs on Jalan Malioboro.
of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
The tour is an amazing opportunity to experience
The tour will end in Venice where the students Indonesia for yourself and really enhance your
will visit the sights of this ancient naval kingdom. linguistic skills and confidence. You will also gain a
Highlights include a visit to St. Mark’s, the Doge’s sense of independence and strengthen friendships
Palace, the canals and gondolas and the glass with your peers. Students who participate in the
blowing island of Murano and the bright colorful Indonesian study tour consider this to be a real
houses on the lace making island of Burano. highlight of their time at Avila

Una gita indimenticabile! An Unforgettable tour! Selamat jalan!

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Health and
Physical Education

Year 8
SEPEP
Netball

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Year 7 Year 12
Gymnastics Practice
Exams
Year 12
Heart Rate Students undertaking VCE
3/4 studies will be sitting
Monitor practice exams in the
Practical second week of the Term
3 school holidays from
Monday 30 September to
Friday 4 October.

Avila College prepares all
students studying a subject
at Year 12 level for their
final exams by creating
the authentic experience
of sitting a formal practice
exam in each subject.

The conditions of the
exam arrangements in
the holidays match those
of the external exams,
not only in length, but
also with the use of
external supervisors and
instructions delivered
according to a VCAA script.

Students should use
the first week of the
holidays to revise in
order to maximise their
opportunity for learning
from the practice
experience. Students will
receive feedback on their
performance early next
term that will identify areas
that they need to address
to achieve success in their
final exams.

Students are reminded
that they should
consult the STUDENT
INSTRUCTIONS FOR VCE
PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS
2019 located on Simon
under School Links/Exams.

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STUDENT Ms Janine Bauman
WELLBEING
Deputy Principal Students

[email protected]

Mrs Anne Stephens

Director of Student Wellbeing Yr 7-9

[email protected]

Anna Marvelli

Director of Student Wellbeing Yr 10-12

[email protected]

Supporting Students
During Holiday
Breaks

Claudia Chmielewski Sometimes a change to Encourage Connections
routine can contribute to
Wellbeing Captain students feeling stressed. Social relationships are
important to a young
Anna Zhang Holidays are a time when person’s overall wellbeing.
young people, used to the
Wellbeing Vice Captain routine of school and the Students taking time out to be by themselves
every day support structures is fine, but they should also be encouraged to
Michaela that schools offer as well as keep in contact with friends over the break.
Jansens Ter Laeck the convenience of seeing
their friends almost every day, Spending quality time with friends and family
Student Representive can feel isolated and alone. is important for building and maintaining
Council Captain existing social relationships. However if
For many of our senior students, going out is not possible, making contact
Madelyn Janky these holidays are a time of particular with significant social contacts by phone, or
significance as they face an important social media can help keep young people
Student Representive phase in their lives and prepare for connected to friends and family.
Council Vice Captain their final exams. While maintaining life
balance and routines is very important
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presents quite a challenge for them.

Parent support is vital at these times.

There are many ways you can support
your young person’s wellbeing and help
them to stay in a healthy headspace
during the school holidays.

Encourage Physical Activity

Encourage Involvement in Activities Physical activity is very important
for everyone’s health and
wellbeing but it may well
be the last thing on a
student’s mind if they are feeling tired from the term’s
fast pace, flat or down, or simply feeling like things are
generally difficult.

Students who are involved in clubs, committees and Even a small amount of physical activity can help relieve

sporting activities or those who have hobbies or part time stress and lift a young person’s mood. Try walking around

work tend to feel more connected to the wider community. the block, going for a swim or engaging in sporting

Young people who contribute to making some of the activities your young person enjoys (kicking a footy at the

everyday family decisions like family outings/making park, going for a cycle on bike tracks around your local

area, going to the wave pool). All of these activities are
enjoyable, something that you can be involved in and can
dinner etc., and who have responsibilities at home are

When a Young Person Strugglesmore connected to their families.

help relieve frustration and stress, help to distract people
from worrying thoughts and improve concentration and
Encourage your young person to keep up their

and is Not OKinvolvement in both family and community activities
mood.
by giving them some achievable and realistic goals and

responsibilities at home and by participating in some of

their extracurricular activities. Encourage Healthy Eating

It’s easy to fall into unhealthy
approaches to eating over the
holidays.

Busy families, schedules to keep, work and study can have
us all reaching for that quick energy boost, often in the
form of a local takeaway treat or sugary snack.

Encourage Regular Routines Healthy eating not only reduces the risk of physical health
Getting a good night’s sleep helps everyone problems, it may also assist with the development of good
to feel more energised, focused and motivated. sleeping patterns, increase energy levels and influence
mood as well as general health and wellbeing.
Adolescence is a time when changes to the internal body
clock can have an impact on sleeping patterns and it is at Balanced and healthy eating with less junk and sugary
this time that young people may develop sleep difficulties. foods and more fresh fruit, vegies, whole grains and
plenty of water will contribute to your young person
A good sleep routine can be helpful especially during having all the necessary vitamins and minerals they
holidays when we all tend to try and get the most out need to feel more energised and help their brain and
of every day by staying up just that little bit later, often body to function well.
followed by sleeping in more than we expected to.

Encourage your young person to go to sleep at the same Encourage Fun and Play
time each night and to wake up at the same time each day.
When they wake up in the morning, encourage them to get Devoting time for fun activities
out of bed, dressed and ready for the day ahead. and a bit of time to play can
help everyone feel better.
Avoiding caffeine after midday, sleeping in a dark,
uncluttered bedroom and turning off electronic devices Play and fun times with family and friends are particularly
well before bed can contribute to helping young people important for young people to recharge their batteries
get a good night’s sleep. after a busy term at school. They help build social
networks and reduce stress and anxiety.

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When a Five Tips To Help
Young Person You Support Your
Struggles Young Person
and is Not OK.
1. RECOGNISE their
Sometimes despite your very best distress and/or any
intentions and all the helpful things behaviour that is
that you do to support and encourage of concern
your young person, they may struggle.
2. ASK them about it taking
It is quite typical for adolescents to particular care to have this
have ups and downs but changes in conversation in a quiet and private place
mood, thinking and levels of participation
may be indicative that a young person 3. ACKNOWLEDGE their emotional responses
could need additional support. and feelings

4. GET APPROPRIATE SUPPORT whilst
helping to build healthy coping skills

5. CHECK IN after a short time to see
how they are managing

Signs that could suggest that a young
person may be not be coping include:

Changes in Mood including Changes in thinking including
• angry and irritable with friends and family for no • persistent thinking in a negative or unhelpful manner
• distorted thinking about themselves and the world
known reason
• feelings of tension, restlessness, stress and worry around them (eg. Everything seems bad, hopeless and
• crying without reason and feeling sad or down for there is no point)

lengthy periods of time Remember that counselling staff may not check emails
during the school holidays. For immediate support,
Changes in level of activity including consult with your General Practitioner.
• loss of interest and enjoyment in activities or not

wishing to be involved in events or activities that they
would normally enjoy
• being involved in behaviour or risky activities that they
would normally avoid
• atypical or unusual sleeping or eating habits

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SUPPORT SERVICES

If you think that your young person is at risk of harm, seek support from your
General Practitioner, Mental Health Service or the Emergency Department at your
local hospital. Adolescent Mental Health Services that assist our community include:

Early in Life Mental Health Services (ELMHS): Kids Helpline
service the catchment areas of Cardinia, Casey, 24 hour telephone and online counselling service
Greater Dandenong, Kingston and Monash. for you people aged 5 to 25
kidshelpline.com.au 1800 55 1800
For assistance contact 1300 369 012

Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS): Lifeline
Eastern Health CYMHS is available to families who reside 24 hour telephone counselling service
in the central and outer eastern region of Melbourne. lifeline.org.au 131114
For assistance contact 1300 721 927 and press option 2.

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS): Parentline – 13 2289
Austin CAMHS provides mental health services for those
living in North Eastern Metropolitan region.
For assistance contact 1300 859 789

Other support services that could be helpful:

ReachOut.com for information about wellbeing

Headspace – provides support, advice and information Monash Youth Services
to young people aged 12 to 25 – headspace.org.au
for Youth Counselling and
Benji, a psychologist from Headspace is now based at programs for young people
Monash Youth Services (MYS) on Mondays, Tuesdays and who live in, work in, study
Fridays. Young people can be referred through MYS to in or visit Monash
this service.
eheadspace – online counselling and telephone support Contact 9518 3900
for young people aged 12 to 25
eheadspace.org.au 1800 650 890

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COMMUNITY Mr Justin Cash

Community Engagement Manager

[email protected]

Kathryn Luisa Oro
Limeira-Beaton
Year 8
Sustainability Captain
Hip Hop Nationals
Dana Tomljanovic
Last weekend Alanna Solorzano They competed against crews from across
Sustainability Vice Captain (9 Blue) and Luisa Oro (8 Gold) Australia who had to place in the top 3 in
went to Canberra to compete in their state to qualify for The Nationals.
Georgia Miller a National Hip Hop competition
with their crew, Babysteps The Their crew placed 6th in the “Young Gunz” or
Stage Crew Captain Royal Line, from their dance (12-15) Division. Alanna and Luisa have both
school JStep. been working hard all year, training twice
Lauren Karipidis a week and regularly competing at other
competitions and performances.
Stage Crew Vice Captain

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A Message from the Avila Avila Calendar
College Uniform Committee
Monday 7 October
With warmer weather fast approaching many students are First Day of Term 4
starting to choose to wear the lighter summer dress or tailored 7 - 11 October
shorts. Year 8 City Experience
Saturday 12 October
The school holidays is a great time to check that your uniform Avila Alumnae Day
is in good and clean condition, and that your dress is the Monday 14 October
appropriate length - at the top of the knee when standing SCSA Softball
upright. Tuesday 15 October
Avila Day
If this is not the case then you will need to get it adjusted. Should Monday 21 October
you need help please speak to your Homeroom Teacher. Year 12 Celebration Morning
and Mass
Remember how we present ourselves and the way we wear our SECONDHAND UNIFORM SHOP
uniform is a reflection on us and our school. Wednesday 9 October 1-4pm

AVILA COLLEGE
GENERAL OFFICE HOURS
DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
8am - 4.00pm

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Parliamentary
Convention

Colette D’Costa

Year 9

The Secondary Schools’ Parliamentary All delegates were divided into different committees
Convention was an opportunity for us to comprised of students from a variety of schools, which
debate and participate in a democratic allowed us to hear different opinions. Each committee then
process. combined all of their views to create a statement that was
presented back to all of the other delegates. This then led
The day began with an introduction to our topic of debate to the soapbox debate, which was arguably one of the most
for the day, which was “Should we abolish the Legislative interesting parts of the day, as it was everyone’s unfiltered
Council (Upper House) in Victoria?” Each school had the opinion.
opportunity to present their initial views on the topic.
The last part of the day was the vote. The delegates voted
We then had a range of knowledgeable guest speakers who that we should not abolish the Upper House in Victoria.
educated us without political bias on both sides of the
issue. The day was truly a unique opportunity for us to engage and
gain an insight into how our parliament runs.

Round Two of the Junior DAV competition

The topic for Round 2 was: “That we should value literature more than science”. Philosophical topics like this are very difficult
for even senior debaters, but the Year 7’s and 8’s did well to have five out of the seven teams debating win. An excellent effort.
Congratulations to our Best Speakers: Natasha Perera, Amy Dickson, Monique Adolphe, and Shauna Jacob.

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DRAMA,
MUSIC & ART

Art, Design and Technology
Exhibition

Charlotte Nunn

Art Captain

Hayley Cameron

Art Vice Captain

Chloe Smith

Drama Captain

Aliyah Thomas

Drama Vice Captain

Jade Judd

Music Captain

Emma Gare

Music Vice Captain

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Lucy Wales

Year 10

ZEST on We were very impressed at how
The Menu kind the employees were and
how they went out of their way to
The Zest excursion was make our visit the best it could
beneficial for the Year possibly be.

10 Food Technology The menu on offer was unique
Class as we were able but very tasty. I ordered octopus
to enjoy a fine-dining as my entreè, porterhouse steak
restaurant experience for my main and a waffle cone
whilst assessing how with ice cream for dessert.

the staff went about The head chef, Trevor came out
their job. of the kitchen to educate us on
how to menu plan, budget and
run a restaurant. This was very helpful especially
as we are leading up to our
function where we have the
opportunity to cook for others in
a restaurant-like environment.
Overall the experience was
not only fun and delicious but
worthwhile and rewarding.

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E-Shaine Chew A Taste of
France in
Year 8 Waverley

Our French class learnt how to make
crêpes in the Avila kitchens.

Excitement and eagerness filled the kitchen as we
embarked on our challenge. We made 3 big batches
in groups of 4 and later separated the batter between
each pair. A tablespoon of batter was spread as thinly as
possible on a small pan.

Smiles were plastered across everyone’s faces as we tried
flipping the crepes without making them break. The room
was filled with positivity and happiness as people were
encouraging one another and complimenting everyone, no
matter how bad the crêpes looked.

After we were done it was time to add on our different
condiments. There was jam, Nutella, lemon and sugar.
Once our crepes were piled high with a variety of different
sugary toppings it was finally time to enjoy them. They
were soft, warm and tasted absolutely divine. The
whole experience was incredible, everyone was able to
enjoy time with each other outside of our normal work
environment, and of course, we created a taste of France
right here at Avila.

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Peer Helpers ask RU OK?

On Thursday 12 September, Avila College acknowledged RU OK? Day, a national day of
action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask RU OK? and support those struggling
with life’s ups and downs.

Joining together with the National P.E. and Health Day Thanks to Headspace Knox and Victoria Police for sending
activities, we turned the gym into a Health and Wellbeing along resources, and to all the services who gave their
Hub. Monash Youth Services, Black Dog Community Art time to help raise awareness and support wellbeing at
Project, Monash Link and the Monash Recreation Centre Avila.
joined us to engage with students and highlight available
services and facilities. Thanks to all our hard working Peer Helpers for making
the day possible.
Students were treated to fresh fruit, tea and conversation
(donated by Bean Around Town), and wonderful music by “There were lots of fun activities and creative games and
the Avila College rock band. Gratitude, relaxation and self- stalls to raise awareness” – Ebony
care were facilitated by our Faith and Mission leaders.
“I think RU OK? DAY was a success because there was a
Photo, hair braiding and face paint booths promoting connection between different year levels and students”
happiness, were run by the Peer Helpers and friends. Gemma

“RU OK? Day brought people together, from all different age
groups. The fun activities and different stalls allowed the
school to raise awareness about mental health” - Jessica

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Anna Zhang Talking
about
Wellbeing Captain Mental
Health

RU OK? Day is a day intended to inspire and empower
everyone to meaningfully connect with the people
around them and remind us to start a conversation
with those around us who at times might struggle with
the challenges of life.

In creating our school event to mark this special day,
Avila students from a range of year levels worked
together with support staff from the counselling team
to connect with teams from Monash Youth Services,
Art therapists, and Young Life. We focused on activities
that would offer lots of options to students, including
a positive affirmation board, skipping ropes, a photo
booth and a range of stalls.

We hope to raise awareness of the need for everyone
to remember to check in on everyone, because at Avila
we believe we are “Better Together.”

Whether it is reaching out to a friend and asking are
you okay, or being on the receiving end to have the
opportunity to let someone know about your worries,
RU OK? Day is another way to start the conversation
about mental health.

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SPORTS
AWARDS

NIGHT

Tricia Cowan

Sport Captain

Sophie Gregson

Sport Vice Captain

Bridgette Roza

Chisholm Captain

Sarah Ang

Flynn Captain

Daniella Fischer

MacKillop Captain

Zoe Gifford

Nagle Captain
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Avila Sportswomen of the Year 2019

Congratulations to all the Avila students who trained, played and competed in sports
teams throughout the year. We were delighted to celebrate great teamwork, skills and
perseverance across many sports and recognise the Sportswomen of the Year at the
Sports Awards Evening. These students represented the College in three or more Inter
School teams, displaying outstanding sportsmanship, leadership and school spirit.

Year 7 Year 8 Year 9
Emily Morris
Cheyenne Van Ravenstein Emma Frerker

Year 10 Year 11 2019
Lucy Wales Tamsyn Pascoe Sportswoman

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Year 12 and 2019
Sportswoman of
the Year
Tricia Cowan

We bumped into Hon Jill Hennessy at MWF! During the first session, we heard poems really a way to express
Will Kostakis speak about his your feelings for someone?”,
Melbourne many books and where he found we looked at some hilariously
Writers inspiration. He spoke about the terrible love poems that gave the
Festival issues of diversity when he was whole room a good laugh. These
writing his books. In most of his young poets also shared about
This year’s Book Club books, the heroes are teenagers their lives and journeys through
excursion was to the and he shared what he thinks deciding to become a poet
Melbourne Writers Festival, would happen if teenagers ruled stating, “it’s not an easy option!...”
held in the State Library. We the world. His belief was that
had the chance to listen to teenagers don’t have enough of Nour and Maxine shared their
some amazing authors and a voice and that we should be own love poems, both with
poets in the four sessions that given more chances to speak up different perspectives (and
we attended. about our opinions. much better than the terrible
love poems). Maxine’s poem
Sarah Cooke Darcey O’Shea Secondly we listened to Lynette was heartfelt as it was as she
Noni talk about her bestselling described “a different kind of
Year 10 Year 9 series, the ‘Medoran Chronicles’. love…”. She talked about the love
She has also written another from her mother and mentioned
Cheynee de Vries book, ‘Whisper’. In her session, it as if it were “in the walls of [her
she talked about how she plans own] house”.
Year 9 her writing, her characters and
their relationships. She also The last session was the “Out
32 talked about the different types Loud Eco Poetry Slam”, a
of family relationships in her competition where 5 schools,
books and how they influenced in groups from 2-4, ‘performed’
the characters. She was amazing poems about global issues like
to listen to and gave us some racism, discrimination and global
interesting information about her warming.
book series and how she wrote it.
They presented their poems
After a nice lunch and day out in in fun and exciting ways and
the city, we headed back into the highlighted some of the main
State Library to listen to some topics that affect our world
influential young poets and their today. The way they presented
views on a love poem in the their poems really made us think
session ‘worst love poems ever about how our actions can affect
written’. our world in drastic ways and
urged people to change their
Posing the question; “Are love behaviour for the better.

Public
Speaking
and
Debating
Awards and
Pizza Party

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PATHWAYS Ms Jenny Dunn
& CAREERS
Pathways Co-ordinator

[email protected]

Mrs Madeleine Franken

Careers

[email protected]

Never Give Up!

The Year 11 and 12 VCAL students were lucky enough to hear former student Lisa Gadd
(Class of 2004) talk about her life and career journey as part of their pathways unit.

Lisa was an elite netballer while at Avila with a Lisa emphasised three points she wanted students to
strong interest in the health and wellbeing area. She remember and use as motivators:
completed a Bachelor of Osteopathy after finishing
Year 12. 1. Back yourself – don’t let anybody else tell you
what you are and aren’t capable of.
At the age of 24 Lisa had four strokes and was
hospitalised for six months. Lisa underwent extensive 2. Don’t worry about other’s opinions – have a dream
rehabilitation. She even had to learn to walk again. and ignore the critics.

Thankfully Lisa has almost made a full recovery 3. Take every opportunity – don’t wait for the perfect
and has used her experiences to create a wellness time, it never comes!
business, Living Health Group, addressing the gaps in
care she identified. Thank you Lisa for sharing your incredible journey
with us, you are a true inspiration.

Year 11 VCAL Class.

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Work in the Aviation Industry

Tristar Aviation is hosting an information evening to Experience Angliss Days
provide students with information regarding pilot training,
career opportunities in the aviation industry and VET in William Angliss Institute is providing an exciting
schools aviation courses. school holiday experience for secondary school
students, where they can learn more about
Tristar Aviation, 14 Northern Avenue, Moorabbin Airport careers and pathways into the Food and Culinary
Wednesday 9 October, 2019 at 7.00 pm. Industry.
RSVP to Adrianne by 4th October, 2019 Foods Day - Tuesday 24 September
E: [email protected] P: 9580 6200 Students will enjoy a hands-on activity in our on
campus commercial kitchens, as well our current
Year 12 students Reminer! students will share their stories in an interactive
Timely course application Cookery & Patisserie Q/A Panel.
deadline approaching by VTAC Recommended for students in Years 9-12. The
day also includes a catered light lunch.
Timely applications for 2020 tertiary courses Tue.sday 24 September
will close at 5pm, Monday 30 September. 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Building A - Ground Floor Reception
Current year 12 students must submit preferences by this William Angliss Institute
date to access the discounted $39 application fee. 555 La Trobe Street
Register for tickets here
The late application fee is $113, and early closing courses
are not available to late applicants. Aviation and Tourism Day
- Wednesday 2 October
Application fees can be paid later (until the December Students will enjoy an aviation and tourism
payment deadlines), however students must submit a activity in our on-campus mock airplane, then
course application including preferences by the 30 Sep- our current students will share their stories in an
tember deadline to access the timely fee. interactive aviation and tourism student panel.
Wednesday 2 October, 9:40 am – 12:15 pm
A Career staff member has emailed each Year 12 student Building A - Level 2
William Angliss Institute
Deakin University Step on Campus 555 La Trobe Street
(with a current Deakin student) Register for tickets here.

Wednesday 25 September 10am, 11am & 12pm 35

Melbourne Burwood Campus

Step on Campus allows students and their families an op-
portunity to take a personalised tour of Deakin University
during the Term 3 school holidays.

Participants will be offered a 45 minute tour with a current
Deakin student. It’s a great opportunity to get study que-
ries answered and explore our cutting-edge facilities.

Find out more and to book a tour:
deakin.edu.au/steponcampus

Function Room. Civic Centre
Glen Waverley



Aquaman - movie screening

An action-packed adventure that reveals the origin story of
half-human, half-Atlantean Arthur Curry and takes him on the
journey of his lifetime, one that will not only force him to face
who he really is, but also to discover if he is worthy of who he
was born to be - a King.

Friday 18 October
5.30pm - 7.45pm
Mount Waverley Library

FREE. Bookings required
Enquiries: 9807 5022 or www.monlib.vic.gov.au/aquaman

Monash Public Library Branches www.monlib.vic.gov.au

Clayton Library Mulgrave Library
9-15 Cooke Street 36-42 Mackie Road

Glen Waverley Library Oakleigh Library
112 Kingsway 148 Drummond Street

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3481 Miller Crescent 860 Ferntree Gully Road