Villa View: Issue 6/23

Welcome back to all of our students and their families for Term 2. I do hope that all were able to participate and take in the mystery and joy of the Easter season and had the opportunity to reflect and consider the impact and meaning of the passion of our Lord in our life as Christians. Last Sunday in the Gospel there was the opportunity to share in the story of Thomas the Apostle. For many, including myself, it was a call to consider Thomas’ perspective of needing to see and touch the wounds of Christ to fully believe. The Easter season is the time for all Christians to ‘be Thomas.’ To challenge and query our faith, what it means, what do we believe and how do we fully enter into relationship with Christ and the Christian message. We are each the people that Jesus spoke of in his response to Thomas “blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believe.”

Faith is a difficult thing. Easter is the time of year where we do search and query for truth, we engage in the restlessness and murkiness of faith and through that questioning, through that interior process and examination, we commit to the mystery of faith, commit to the story and message of Christ and commit to the principles of that faith; love, compassion, forgiveness and trust. It is in questioning, in doubting that our faith grows.

Vale Father Laurence Mooney OSA
It is with sadness we learned this week of the news of the passing of Villanova’s fifth Rector Fr Laurence Mooney OSA. Laurie was 81 years of age.

Fr Mooney joined the staff of the College in 1967. After nine years on the teaching staff he was, in 1976, appointed the Rector (Principal) a role to which he held until 1985. Across this ten-year period he oversaw wonderful growth and innovative change.

Fr Laurie (as he was known) was the first past student of the College to become its Rector, and his influence on the College is ongoing. He abolished corporal punishment many years before both the state government and other boys schools and in so doing promoted the growth of internal discipline and the place of the inner Teacher. He encouraged in student leadership ways of recognising and encouraging of the talents of all students. Fr Mooney was a Science teacher of note, particularly in the field of Biology, where he led student understanding on the legitimacy of evolution and its clear alignment to faith and Christian understanding. He also oversaw curriculum changes, including the introduction of Study of Religion as an Authority subject. He led the articulation of Augustinian values for pedagogy; promoted anything that nourished community, student leadership and parental involvement in the College.

As a community we are indebted to his leadership and service.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace.

Parent Teacher Interviews
This Friday is parent teacher interview day and I do hope that all parents take the opportunity to enter into conversation with our staff on their son’s progress. More often than not parent teacher interviews can be a little awkward as you navigate a conversation of the ‘unknown’ with staff.

Could I suggest that in the time with teachers you take the opportunity to ask some of the following questions:

1. As his teacher where do you believe his strengths lie?
2. What parts of the curriculum (or his learning) do you feel he has solid understanding of and in what areas do you think he is finding challenges?
3. How does he participate in class and at what level is he committed to success? What actions or behaviours indicate this to you?
4. As a parent if there is one message, one sentence, I had to take home to him from you, what would it be?

In summary, if your query to your sons’ teachers is about grades, rather than attitude and behaviour or about curriculum content rather than relationship, success and challenges, then your time will be better served at home. Conferencing with the teacher is about uncovering who your boy is when you are not looking. What sort of student is he, what sort of learner is he and what sort of young man is he developing in to. Based on the answers to these questions we can together build the next phase in the journey of education and growth.

Open Day
On Wednesday 26 April the College is holding its annual Open afternoon/evening. It is pleasing to see that we have over 1300 people registered and some 350+ families looking to investigate and learn about our College, its direction and values as they consider their young man’s educational journey. Such a day is an exciting time for us and a great opportunity at self-reflection and challenge. I would like to thank our many boys and families who are volunteering to support us and share this day with the community.

Term 2 Activities
This upcoming term is also our biggest term in the area of sport, activities and participation with Rugby, Football, Chess and Cross Country all in full swing. Between Friday and Sunday each week across the 10 weeks of Term 2 nearly 1000 boys will don the Green and Gold and represent us.

In so doing all boys, and families, are reminded about the underpinning purpose and role of these sports and activities in the context of Villanova College. It is to support and challenge the development of the Villanova graduate; young men of faith, honour, humility and integrity. As such the metrics of importance in such a season are ranked in terms of sportsmanship, commitment, discipline, skill development, teamwork, improvement and the overcoming of hardship and difficulty.

You will notice that win/loss or premiership points and trophies are not a core metric. If, as a College community, as College teams and as individuals, we deliver a committed and disciplined approach to our endeavours, we have a refined and targeted approach to skill development and improvement session to session, week to week and game by game, we each consider respect, manners and good play as fundamental markers of high quality play then I can guarantee successful seasons, and more importantly successful lives as we move beyond the gates. An Augustinian education, and an Augustinian sportsman, opens the door to character defining and informing success, scorelines naturally follow.

Mr Paul Begg, Principal

In keeping with the spirit of Reconciliation, Villanova College acknowledges the Yuggera and Turrbal peoples, as the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we stand.  We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.  This has always been, and always will be, a place of teaching and learning connected to country, culture and community. 

Parent Teacher Conferences are being held tomorrow and all our Junior School class teachers are meeting in their classrooms, in the St Thomas of Villanova Learning Centre.  If you would still like to make a time, please email your son’s teacher directly as online appointments are now closed.  Running from 8.30am until 3pm, these opportunities are important for a number of reasons.

Your son needs to know that school and home goals align.  Everyone needs to be on the same page or else the students are going to find expectations are confusing or overwhelming.  Our young men need simple, clear pathways forward into Term 2 – academically, behaviourally and emotionally.  These meetings can help clarify the goal/s, suggest some reasonable strategies to get to the target, and plan the times each week that confirm the commitment to improving.  Most importantly, our boys need to know “who” is going to be checking in and making sure it’s happening according to plan.  Someone they trust – someone who is able to be firm but fair.  High support and motivation (also a reward here and there) matter greatly to making sure that changes are helpful and have an impact.

Your son will see that you value the relationship with the teacher.  If this is about positive experiences, then this time reinforces what works for him as a learner and how he can continue to grow in a manner that is meaningful.  Boys who love coming to school and think their teacher is great fun still need to know their parent understands one of the most influential people firsthand.  You might have insightful stories to share that the teacher is not aware of – perhaps very helpful in reinforcing what makes a significant difference with his day-to-day school life.  If your son is in a transition phase of being challenged somehow – grades disappointing, behaviours being challenged or expectations needing reinforcement – then this is the time to find the “bridge” that can bring College expectations and your son’s participation in school together.  Common ground.  A starting place for how to take small steps in the right direction.  Everyone needs hope and a chance to do better.  This meeting is the chance to “reset” and start fresh.

You will have the opportunity to see your son’s assessment tasks.  Read the responses, be proud of work that you and I know we never could have put together at this age.  Being able to share these observations will mean a great deal to him – even if he’s long forgotten – your one recollection of what you loved in Term 1 will make him feel like a million dollars.  It may also be the chance to see what decisions or attempts fell short of expectations.  It’s always interesting to see some of the errors – and remembering our own flaws – acknowledge that there is room for improvement.  Was it learning the content more thoroughly?  The right terms for a subject?  Was it reading the question correctly?  Was it just small errors that clouded the answer?  Understanding these challenges mean you can be of more help when it comes to assessment towards the end of Term 2.

Remember that we have other Junior School staff available on Friday.  Chloe Adams (Year 5) and Melissa Liddy (Year 6) are our Heads of Curriculum and Pedagogy – the teachers responsible for the leadership of subject units and assessment tasks – including moderation of grades.  Callum Hackett is our Junior School Pastoral Leader – attitude, behaviour, sense of belonging, adherence to College expectations and social interactions.  These three individuals are also available for meetings should you think that more support could be helpful to your son’s experience.  Email them for ideas about your questions for making Term 2 the best it can be.

Villanova College makes these Parent Teacher Conferences a priority on Friday during school hours.  Students can attend if you feel it would be of benefit, and they should wear their academic uniform with College tie if they do come along.  With seven minutes allocated, spend some time at home thinking about what matters the most to you, to your son, and be ready to listen, or ask the questions you have to make the very most of the time you have.  We look forward to seeing you all – thank you for showing your commitment to supporting your son in his journey.

­Mr Stephen Rouhliadeff, Head of Junior School

As we move forward into a new term, we are presented with an opportunity to start anew. The Easter break can provide a timely opportunity to embrace fresh beginnings.

It’s natural to feel hesitant or even resistant to change, especially when it comes to leaving behind old habits and ways of thinking. However, change can be a positive force in our lives, providing us with opportunities for growth and self-improvement.

One way to approach fresh beginnings is to set intentions for what we want to achieve or improve upon. We are challenging all our students over the coming week in Personal Development time to reflect upon their Semester goals and measure their success. By identifying specific areas of focus, we can start to take actionable steps towards achieving our desired outcomes. The other major impact will be recognising those students who have achieved excellent results in their mid-semester feedback from teachers. By giving GROWTH awards to those students who achieved an increase in their Engagement GPA, we can continue to shine a light on the role-models in the classroom.

Another important aspect of embracing fresh beginnings is to let go of any negative thoughts or emotions that may be holding us back. This could involve practicing mindfulness and being present in the moment, as well as actively working to reframe negative self-talk into positive affirmations. In Wellbeing this Term, the Middle School will be covering topics of Resilience in Year 7 and Year 8 and a Growth vs Fixed Mindset in Year 9. These skills will continue to support students through their journey and provide them with a toolkit to approach challenges they face.

In the end, fresh beginnings are an opportunity for us to take control of our lives and make positive changes. By embracing change and growth, we can create a brighter future for ourselves and those around us.

Mr Sean O’Neill, Head of Middle School

Welcome back to all Senior School students and families for the commencement of Term 2. I hope that the holiday period, bathed in beautiful weather, provided opportunities for rest and renewal.  The consistent Easter message by Church leaders in celebrating our holiest of weekends in the Christian calendar was that God’s radiance is ever-present in penetrating the darkness in our world. Pope Francis, in his Easter message proclaimed the following:

“May we allow ourselves to experience amazement at the joyful proclamation of Easter, at the light that illumines the darkness and the gloom in which, all too often, our world finds itself enveloped. Let us make haste to surmount our conflicts and divisions, and to open our hearts to those in greatest need. Let us hasten to pursue paths of peace and fraternity.”

During the holiday period, I hope that all Senior School students and parents unpacked the mid-semester report and purposefully reflected upon the feedback of teachers in relation to diligence towards learning, classroom behaviour and participation, study habits and overall progress. Following further feedback across the student-parent-teacher conferences, I expect that all Senior School students know what they need to do to in order to drive their individual improvement agenda this term.

Trimester Two Sport and Expectations
I am incredibly excited for the start of another trimester of AIC Sport this weekend with the final trial fixtures in Chess, Football and Rugby against Iona College before the commencement of Round 1 next weekend against Marist College Ashgrove. I strongly encourage all Senior School students, whether you are playing or not, to engage in the strong community aspect of Term Two sport by supporting our teams across the season, especially the First XI and First XV.

I have the highest expectations of all students regarding the conduct of both players and spectators. Whilst I encourage a competitive spirit and a strong will to win, students should never compromise our values- especially the importance of remaining humble in victory and showing grace when facing defeat; two pillars of true sportsmanship.

Our unity as a College community is also fortified when students wear their College uniform with pride. All Senior School students who are spectating must wear their full winter academic uniform including tie and blazer. This includes players who after finishing their games are expected to change into their academic uniform. Spectators for the First XI and First XV fixtures will all sit together in a sectioned off area. Students representing the College in Open Teams or A teams must also arrive before their game in full academic uniform before changing into their playing attire prior to warm-up.

The Culture Code- Build Safety
I return this week to the work of Daniel Coyle and his seminal book ‘The Culture Code’ which I introduced in my column last term. Coyle explores the principles of cultural chemistry that transform individuals into teams and communities that can accomplish amazing things together. The first principle at the core of positive cultures is the building of safety.

Strong cultures flood the zone with belonging cues- signals that create connection and fortify relationships. According to Coyle, relationships which are underpinned by deep care and commitment, sustain an environment of safety. At Villanova, we believe in the power of relationships as central to our pedagogy and the foundation of our pastoral care. Furthermore, our rich cocurricular program offers our young men with a plethora of opportunities to engage within the life of the College, strengthening connection and allowing for opportunities to belong to something bigger than themselves- whether it be a sporting team, a music ensemble, a ministry group or debating team.

Another aspect of how we generate safety within our student body is to cultivate student voice and to respond to the needs of our cohorts. Our College Assemblies are now conducted by our Student Leadership Team which provides a significant platform for students to drive the culture of the College.

Next fortnight I will explore the way in which a platform of safety and belonging allows for the sharing of vulnerability, such an important, counter cultural aspect in the development of young men.

Holiday Reading
One of my favourite holiday indulgences as I basked in the beautiful Broadbeach sun last week was reading a compelling and thought-provoking book that I can enact in both my personal and professional life.

Donald Miller’s inspirational book ‘Hero on a Mission- A Path to A Meaningful Life’ has quickly been elevated to one of my top five reads. Drawing from the work of Victor Frankl and logotherapy as well as Joseph’s Campbell’s blueprint of the Hero’s Journey, Miller contemplates lives in which meaning becomes more important than productivity and our character determines our destiny. He also articulates the four-character roles that one can play in their life story- the victim, the villain, the hero and the guide. I look forward to sharing with you some of the pertinent insights that this read illuminated into the future.

“You are the hero of your own story”- Joseph Campbell

Mr Matt Levander, Head of Senior School

Easter Greetings from the Philippines
Today I am writing this newsletter article as we drive through villages and mountains in the Philippines.  It is our last day of our staff AFAS trip to re-establish the deep and rich partnerships with Augustinian schools and ministries here and to plan for resuming our AFAS Immersion Program.  It has been an extraordinary 10 days!  AFAS is celebrating 30 years in 2023.

If you have ever had the opportunity to join friends or family who have a deep love and respect for each other, who are meeting again after a time of separation, you will have an appreciation for the welcome and hospitality that we have received.  What is extra special is that this is shared by communities where the story of the connection has been handed down and shared across time.  It is part of the weaving of the AFAS story, and it is deeply enriching to encounter and be a part of. Our AFAS partners are doing fantastic work in their communities, and there is much need within these communities.  We visited our scholars and teachers’ homes, and their individual needs are enormous as they face major complications and systemic disadvantage within their families.  In addition, each of the Augustinian communities we have connected with are doing extraordinary work to support poorer communities with even greater disadvantage.  They do this in systemic ways, linked to curriculum and part of the identity development of their students.

This was incredibly humbly and inspiring to be part of.  As someone who has been supporting AFAS during these years of COVID and been involved with it in as many ways as possible, I have to say that there is nothing to beat the 3D experience of being here face to face with people in their communities!  If you have a chance to be involved, or to encourage your son to participate I cannot recommend it highly enough.  I would like to formally extend my gratitude to our partners who hosted us, to Fr Saldie who coordinated our staff trip, to Juanita Jacobs who has been faithfully and deeply part of AFAS for thirty years and to Nicole Jervis who will work with our Ministry Team now in the planning and implementation of our next staff program.  Also thank-you to all the staff and students who have been a part of AFAS over the years.  You are remembered and you are treasured and your contact and commitment of your time and energy has borne many fruits.  Please keep an eye out for further updates about our Immersion Program in the coming weeks.

As an Easter people we believe that love does actually conquer, that justice, compassion, and community are the ways to build the Kingdom of God here on earth.  At mass with Colegio San Augustin in Bacolod on Sunday, Fr Raymond spoke about the gifts and talents we are given and how they grow and develop only through our use of them.  May this be something we seek to do intentionally.

Pastoral Masses in Term 2

As Term 2 commences, I close with a prayer from the beginning of our year with our focus on Community as a theme.  Please share this prayer and say it together with your family together at home across our 75th year.  It would be great if it led to some conversation with your son/s about goals for 2023, and the legacy and story they hope to leave behind them as the students of 2023.

Loving God,
Grant us the grace to love one another as you love us.
Strengthen the bonds of community that bind us together and bring us closer to each other in heart and mind.
Help us to forgive one another, as you have forgiven us.
Fill us with your compassion,
that we may be moved to help and serve those in need among us.
Grant us the wisdom to settle disputes with justice and the courage to speak truth with love.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,

Amen.

Mrs Kate Garrone, Dean of Mission and Identity

Director of Sport Address
A very warm welcome back to all Villanova families. We look forward to an exciting Term 2 with over one thousand students engaged across four AIC Sports – Chess, Cross-Country, Football and Rugby.

As we are still in our trials phase, it is important to reiterate messages around the College Selection Policy. Selection into AIC teams is based on a number of factors including attendance at training and games, skill level, experience, knowledge, ability, attitude, team combinations, position awareness, communication and performance.

Throughout the trial process and AIC Competition, selections by coaches may vary week to week, meaning player movement up and down in teams is encouraged and teams are not locked in for the entire season. Coaches of all teams, excluding the Open Firsts, will attempt to ensure students receive equal game time (or as close to as possible) in all pre-season and AIC games. Genuine requests for feedback on individual performance are welcomed through your coach in the first instance, then your Sport Coordinator or Director of Sport. The Villanova College Sport Selection Policy document can be accessed on The Locker Room page.

I encourage all boys who have registered for a Term 2 sport to be resilient when faced with adversity this season. Often, the easy option when things do not go our way is to give up. My hope is that we see adversity as a challenge to overcome with motivation, effort and commitment. An opportunity to build character as we strive for excellence both on and off the field of play.

Best wishes to all students representing the green and gold this weekend as we face Iona College in our final pre-season trial games. Round 1 versus Marist College Ashgrove is Friday 28 and Saturday 29 April.

Communications
Families are reminded to access all Sport information via the Villanova College website and the Villanova College App. The Locker Room tab provides updated information regarding training schedules and current AIC/trial draws.

The AIC Draw 2023 can also be accessed here. A note that in some cases, draws may not match the AIC draw (for example this is the case in AFL). Families are encouraged to always check The Locker Room for accurate draws. Weekly Team Lists will be posted regularly to the Parent Lounge and Student Cafe Portals.

Return of Hire Jerseys in AFL and Volleyball
Any students with outstanding AFL and Volleyball hire jerseys are reminded to please return these to the Uniform Shop as soon as possible. Unreturned jerseys will be charged to the family.

Sports Club – Parent Volunteers
A reminder that the Villanova Sports Club run the barbecue/Canteen at Villa Park on Saturdays. If any parents have some spare time on game days to lend a hand, perhaps during your son’s warm-up or post-game, that would be very much appreciated. Revenue raised from our canteens goes directly towards the development of our Sports programmes. Thank you in advance for your assistance, it is very much appreciated.

Years 5-8 Rugby and Football families, please register here to assist on our Villa Park canteen: Football and Rugby canteen volunteers 22-4-23.

Term 2 Training Schedule
Please click on the link below for the Term 2 training schedules.

Term 2 Training Schedule – Cross-Country, Football, Rugby, Tennis & Basketball

Note the Chess and Strength & Conditioning (S&C) training schedules, plus the sign on link for S&C can be found on the website and in the College Newsletters/Sports Bulletins.

Chess
Please see below the Chess training schedule for Term 2.

Note – an update on Year 5 trainings on Tuesday’s mornings to be provided soon.

Chess trials versus Iona College are on this Friday 21 April, from 4-5:30pm at Iona (85 North Rd, Lindum, Green Room above pool). Please refer to the draw on the Locker Room page. As this is a pupil free day, there will be no buses provided. Students will need to organise their own travel to and from Iona.

Ms Kath Underhill, Chess Coordinator

Cross-Country
Cross-Country training is in full swing with many students participating in the morning sessions at Little Langlands.
Pre-season meets are on the horizon, commencing in Week 4:

• Week 4 – Wednesday 10 May hosted by St Patrick’s College
• Week 5 – Wednesday 17 May hosted by St Laurence’s College
• Week 6 – Wednesday 24 May hosted by TBC
• Week 7 – AIC Cross-Country Championships – Wednesday 31 May at Curlew Park, Shorncliffe.

Further information will be distributed closer to the meets regarding transport and logistics.

Mr Brian Pascoe, Cross-Country Coordinator

Football
Over the holidays the boys enjoyed a two-day Football Training Camp at Villanova Park featuring some of the finest displays of footwork, friendship and food the College has ever seen. A massive thanks to Chris’ IGA for supplying the lunches and of course a big shout out to the parents that helped make the day possible by preparing the food, taking photographs, and assisting where possible – Narelle Rieck and Simone Vasiliou – your contributions are greatly appreciated.

As the squad looks forward to the season ahead there are some excellent new initiatives taking place in the Villanova Football community. Not the least of which is the introduction of specialised goalkeeper training available across various year levels. This training will see the boys receive technical and tactical training in an area of the pitch that is vital to a team’s success.

The players in the 1st XI Football Squad have been trialling since November last year, and with just one week until the season commences the boys are fighting hard for their positions. 1st XI Head Coach Tom Carnavas has some difficult decisions to make this week as the squad approach their final trial game. The lads will battle it out against Iona in their last chance to earn a spot in the starting XI before the start of the season.

Good luck to all and be sure to come support the boys this weekend at Iona College, 85 North Road, Lindum.

Mr Hudson Rogers, 2nd XI Head Coach

Rugby
Trials versus Iona College kick start the AIC rugby season this Saturday with 29 rugby teams taking the field. All year level coaches have been casting their eyes over the boys and are slowly sorting out where each boy will best fit into a team. Please remember that teams can and will change on a weekly basis due to form, attitude, attendance at training and injury. We will endeavour to get lists out as early as Wednesday, but they realistically will come out on Thursdays, when all coaches have sent through their lists. Some boys may even change sides on Friday or the morning of a game. Please be prepared for changes.

With the year levels training together and most teams playing together on Saturdays, coaches will be able to review their team selections each week and make changes. Obviously, players that perform well on the field and make ‘stand out’ moments will be noticed, as opposed to players who may do the basics right but don’t shine. Cream rises to the top and sometimes this will take a few years before boys settle into a team where they have similar ability levels.

Year 5 and Year 6 Coaches and Referees Needed
We desperately require coaches for our Year 5 and 6 teams (D and E grade sides). Even if you can only be the game day coach on Saturdays, that would be a huge help. Please contact the Sports Office if you can take on this role.

Anyone who is qualified to referee rugby and willing to assist on Saturdays this term, please contact the Sports Office. We really need to fill our register and cover all matches each Saturday.

Ballymore Cup – result, lost 5-15 in the Grand Final to Kings Christian College, Under 15 Division 1. Well done to all boys and coaches involved.

The Rugby Firsts Squad completed an amazing four days of training at the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct over the holiday break. Team cohesion and unity were primary focus points for the camp, as our boys prepare for the fast approaching AIC Rugby season.

Mr Chris Everding, Rugby Coordinator

Strength & Conditioning
The new training schedule for S&C has now commenced. Boys must register here for the Term 2 schedule. Please see below the link to the new Term 2 training schedule.

Register here for Term 2 S&C

S&C Training Schedule – Term 2, 2023 (note two versions)

Mr Marco Mastrorocco, Strength & Conditioning Coordinator

Rugby League
In 2023, we are thrilled to announce that Villanova College has been accepted into the Annual Confraternity Shield Carnival. While this will be a trial year for the College, it is also a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our talent and dedication to rugby league. We are especially grateful to have Brisbane Tigers Rugby League as our major sponsor this year and look forward to building on this local partnership.

We are also delighted to reveal that we will face off against our local rivals, St Laurence’s College, in a curtain raiser match for the Brisbane Broncos versus Gold Coast Titans Round 17 match scheduled for Sunday 25 June at Suncorp Stadium. This match marks the official beginning of Villanova’s 2023 Confraternity Shield campaign and has generated an enormous amount of excitement and anticipation among the students.

Trials for the 1st XIII Rugby League team will take place during Term 2, Week 3, commencing on Monday 24 April at Little Langlands. Please note that this will be a non-contact trial and exact timings will be provided shortly. .

As the College prepares to enter the Confraternity Shield Carnival for the first time, the entire community is filled with excitement. We look forward to watching the culture of Rugby League continue to build in 2023.

Tennis – First IV Development Squad
In preparation for the 2023 AIC Season, Villanova College in conjunction with Morningside Tennis Centre, will again host the First IV Tennis Development Squad during Term 2. More information will be communicated with the selected members.

Mr Todd Kropp, Tennis Coordinator

External Sporting Achievements
Representative Cricket
In the last week of Term 1, we had three boys selected in the Met East 10-12 Years Boys Cricket Team – Caeden Ford and Arjun Dhanda from Year 7 and Magnus Frederiksen from Year 6.   They all competed at the State Titles in Rockhampton and their team won the Grand Final after five highly competitive days of cricket.  This is the first time that Met East has won the Grand Final in this event in over 20 years.  Well done boys!

A huge congratulations to Caeden Ford and Arjun Dhanda who have now been selected in the Queensland 10-12 Years Boys Cricket Team.  They will be representing Queensland at the National 10-12 years Cricket Championship in Darwin in June.  This is a massive achievement for these boys and will be an incredible opportunity to compete at the national level.  Good luck boys, we’re very proud of your achievements and we wish you every success.

Representative Swimming
The following Villanova students represented Metropolitan East in the recent Queensland School Sport Championships.
Junior School
Year 5:

• Harrison Bligh – 10 years – fifth in the 200m Medley relay, first in the 200m Freestyle relay.
• Lachlan Rees – 11 years – eighth 200m Medley relay, seventh 200m freestyle relay, seventh 100m Breaststroke

Year 6:

• Will Gregory – 11 years – eighth 200m Medley relay, tenth 100m Fly.
• Isaac Haywood – 11 years – seventh  200m Freestyle relay, ninth 100m Backstroke
• Ashton Lewis – 12 years– third 200m Medley relay, second 200m Freestyle relay, fourth 100m Breaststroke, sixth 50m Breaststroke, tenth 50m Freestyle

Middle School
Year 7:

• Brodie Clelland – 12 years – sixth 200m Medley relay,
• Caleb Johnston – 13 years  fifth 200m Freestyle relay,
• Ben Landers – 13 years – fifth 200m Breaststroke

Year 8:

• Jack Stewart – 14 years – fifth 100m Breaststroke, ninth 50m Breaststroke
• Isaac Bowen – 14 years- eighth 200m Breaststroke

Year 9:

• Tyler Schafer – 14 years – seventh 100m Fly, tenth 50m Backstroke, tenth 50m Fly, sixth 200m IM, sixth 100m Backstroke,
• Jack Trethewey – 15 years – ninth 50m Backstroke, third 200m Medley relay, fourth 200m Freestyle relay

Senior School
Year 10:

• Hugo Patterson –15 years  – eighth 100m Breaststroke, ninth 50m Breaststroke
• Oliver Jacobs – 15 years  first  50m Butterfly, sixth 50m Freestyle, fifth 100m Fly, third 200m Medley relay, fourth 200m Freestyle relay,

Year 12:

• Jordan Tunnah – 18 years – seventh 200m Freestyle, third 200m Medley relay, fifth 200m Freestyle relay

Other boys who competed but did not make finals:  Charlie Wiggins 50m Freestyle.

Overall Villanova swimmers secured two Gold, one silver and four Bronze medals. Congratulations to Oliver Jacobs who was selected to represent Queensland at the Nationals in August.

We also had some swimmers represent their clubs at the recent Australian Age Swimming Championships on the Gold Coast. Oscar De Tina, Tyler Clelland, Charlie Kerr, Oliver Jacobs, Charley Hegarty and Jack Trethewey all competed throughout the week.

Special mentions:

• Oliver Jacobs who made two National B Finals, swimming the thirteenth fastest time for 50 Fly in Australia and placing nineteenth for the 200m Fly.
• Tyler Clelland made two National B Finals, winning his final for 100m Breaststroke finishing tenth fastest in Australia and finishing fourteenth fastest in Australia for 50m Breaststroke.
• Tyler topped the week with his club relay team being crowned “Australian Champions” the fastest relay team in Australia. Tyler’s club team are currently Queensland Relay Champions (and Queensland record holders) and are now Australian Champions winning Gold in the 16-17 years 50m Freestyle Relay and a Silver second place in the Club 16-17 years 50m Medley Relay.

Mr Shaun McLean, Director of Sport

Year 5 Band and String Orchestra
As Term 2 begins, so do our beginner band and string orchestra for our Year 5 musicians.  All Year 5 students are required to attend these rehearsals except for those who already attend a band or orchestra rehearsal on Wednesday and Thursday morning.

Students are to arrive at the front of the Augustine Centre by 7:15am.  Staff will meet the students then guide them into their rehearsal spaces.  Band rehearses on stage in Hanrahan Theatre and the String Orchestra rehearses in the Playhouse behind the Augustine Centre.

Students will be released by 8:15am, affording them enough time to find breakfast at the Tuck shop on the way back to class if required.

Due to ANZAC Day, our next rehearsal will be on Tuesday 2 May – the first day of school after the May long-weekend.

Playground Performances
Our playground performance schedule continued this week with Sinfonia String Orchestra and Chamber Winds sharing their music in the Tolle Lege Library on Wednesday.  Next week, we are looking forward to the rescheduled Rock program gigs with two bands at morning tea, followed by the much-anticipated Shamps Vs Teachers Battle of the Bands.  Both shows will be in the Veritas Undercroft – all will be shared via the socials as per usual.

Term 2 Music Schedule
The Term 2 Music Schedule was sent home via email over the end of the holidays.  There have been some slight adjustments to our rehearsal schedule due to the return of Mr Harvoe.  Please ensure you have engaged with this document so that you are aware of where and when your son is required for rehearsal. The Music Schedule can be found here  Music Schedule T2 2023.

We have a number of performances across the term that our students will need to be ready for.  We will require all hands-on deck to ensure preparations for our concerts in Week 7 and QCMF are on track.  We look forward to seeing you there at rehearsal each week.

ANZAC Day March
Students from the Villanova Concert Band, Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, will be joining our College contingent for this year’s Coorparoo ANZAC March next Tuesday.  We have been working very hard over the end of last term and beginning of this term to get ready for this year’s event.

A gig-sheet has been sent home outlining information for this event.  Students will need to marshall on Hanrahan Theatre stage by 7:15am prior to moving to Baragoola Street.  We will then form up and march down to Coorparoo RSL.  The service will conclude at 9:15am.

Students will require academic uniform, including College hat.

Key Dates Term 2
As we look ahead across the term, please ensure we pencil the following dates into your diary:

Villanova Camp Chairs and Wildcat Coolers
Our fantastic Music Support Group have organised an innovative fundraiser for Villanova College.  You may have heard the buzz about our Villanova Camp Chairs and Wildcat Coolers…  the MUST HAVE items for the beach/cricket/park/fishing/barbecue.

Villanova Branded Camp Chairs – $35; Wildcat Coolers – $30
All items can be purchased via Trybooking through the following link:  https://www.trybooking.com/BMEML
Purchases can be collected from the Music Office and all profits will go to the Music Support Group.

Thank you all for your ongoing support of Music at Villanova College.

Mr Michael Jones, Director of Music

PARENT INFO
Mother’s Day Stall……… We’d Love Your Help
Mothers and grandmothers, if you are cleaning out those cupboards and have some quality goods you would like to donate to our Mother’s Day Stall, please send them in. We would welcome any unopened, unwanted items which could be included in our bundles. These can be left at College Reception or your Student Services Office (labelled Mother’s Day Stall).  Please leave your name so we can acknowledge your generosity. Many thanks.
Kath Underhill     Mother’s Day Stall Organiser

You Are Not Alone Fun Run & Festival.
REMINDER to register by 5:00 pm on Monday 27 March to go in the draw for a free Iphone 14!  See attached poster for registration link.

Mega Raffle Tickets – WIN $10,000 Cash
Tickets available from the Sports Canteen at Villa Park – $100 each.
Look out for any of our lovely Sports Club Volunteers to buy your ticket.

All money raised will help support Villanova boys in their sport and recreational endeavours.

TUCKSHOP NEWS 2023
All volunteers rostered on for the upcoming week will be contacted directly by the Tuckshop.
The 2023 menu and price list for Tuckshop is now available by clicking Tuckshop Menu 2023 Please note there are current supply issues with Hash Browns.

All students new to the College are asked to bring cash for tuckshop purchases until student ID cards have been received and a Flexischool account has been created and linked. Existing students with student ID cards and Flexischools accounts are reminded to bring cash as a backup for purchases until new ID cards have been received.

Volunteering at the Villanova College Tuckshop
The Tuckshop is a modern, commercial area of the College that provides an affordable and nourishing breakfast, morning tea and lunch service for the boys. Breakfast preparations begin from 7.00am and morning tea and lunch preparations beginning at 8.30am with the day concluding at 1.15pm.

We run a self-service system, with a diverse menu consisting of both freshly prepared and pre-packaged items.
It is managed by a paid convenor but could not exist without its dedicated volunteer helpers.
We welcome help from Mums, Dads, grandparents, other caregivers, friends, etc.

If you are interested in volunteering at Tuckshop you would be rostered on one day every four weeks generally from 8.30am to 1.15pm but for those of you who can accommodate or prefer an earlier start and/or finish, you can be rostered on the breakfast shift from 7.00am.

Even if you can only give just an hour or two, this is still very welcome – we can make use of any time you are able to give us.
Our helpers are provided with a cuppa and cake for morning tea, a delicious lunch, lots of laughs and an opportunity to see their sons in the College environment.
If you’re a little nervous about volunteering alone, why not join with a friend!

Current volunteers have mentioned the following reasons as to why they enjoy working at the Tuckshop:

• it helps our boys and the College community
• it is a great opportunity to meet other parents and chat to others with similar interests
• the boys enjoy seeing their parents at the College (even though they will not always admit it!)
• it is a chance to get to meet your son’s friends and their teachers
• it is a great way to seek advice from parents who have “been there, done that!”
• it is a lot of fun

If you are interested in volunteering you can register you interest at: Volunteering at Villanova » Villanova College (vnc.qld.edu.au) ,
call the Tuckshop on 3394 5592 or email Dot Blair – tuckshop@vnc.qld.edu.au

2025 ENROLMENT
Year 7/2025 enrolment applications will open on Friday 3 February.
For further information please contact our Enrolments Officer at enrolments@vnc.qld.edu.au

P&F
Contact: Peter Roberts (President)
0412 055 884 or pjroberts0968@gmail.com

Sports Club 
Contact: Sally Warren (President)
sallyjwarren@gmail.com

Music Support Group
Contact: Michael Molloy (President)
Villanova College Music Office music@vnc.qld.edu.au

COMMUNITY NEWS
Non State Schools Transport Assistance Scheme
Students With Disability Travel Rebate
Semester 1

• Does your child have a verified disability that requires transport assistance to and from school?
• Has your school’s learning support teacher assessed your child’s travel capability rating as ‘semi-independent’ or more dependent?

Visit our website to see if you qualify for financial assistance to help with the cost of transport and
apply at www.schooltransport.com.au by 31 May.
Late applications cannot be accepted after 31^st May.

Villanova College Master Planning Activities
Planning for the Future

Villanova College has taken the next step towards the development of a new multi-purpose hall and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (‘STEM’) building and the future delivery of a new café/ canteen, Learning Institute and refurbishment of Mendel Hall.

In accordance with Chapter 2, Part 5 of the Planning Act 2016, we have asked that the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning approve an amendment to the existing education facilities designation of our campus located in Coorparoo.

To assist with future development of the College a Master Plan has been developed with Cox Architects which strives to provide an appropriate balance between the built form and open space areas while considering the impact of the proposal on adjoining residential development. The Master Plan will be delivered over two stages as follows:

Stage 1A + 1B

• New approximately four storey building to accommodate Multi-purpose hall and STEM facilities (located in the southern part of campus, south of Seventh Avenue)
• Closure of Seventh Avenue to public access

Stage 2A + 2B

• New single storey building to accommodate café/canteen and Learning Institute
• Refurbishment of Mendel Hall
  

Ministerial Infrastructure Designation
To deliver on our commitment to the College community we will request that the Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning endorse this Master Plan and amend the current designation over the subject. The MID process provides an alternate assessment pathway to lodging a development application with Brisbane City Council and allows for the delivery of essential community infrastructure, including schools and hospitals.

The MID (AID-1222-0657) has been requested in accordance with Chapter 2, Part 5 of the Planning Act 2016. If the Master Plan and MID is approved, this designation would acknowledge and reflect what the College uses this land for today and secure development of the campus in the future.

Having your say
To have your say about the proposed MID amendment, you can make a submission to the Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning, the Hon. Dr Steven Miles via:

• online: statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/mid-consultations
• email: infrastructuredesignation@dsdilgp.qld.gov.au
• post: PO Box 15009, City East, QLD, 4002
• Phone the Infrastructure Designations team on 1300 967 433

Please note, if you make a submission, it should:

• Be clearly marked as ‘Proposed MID for the development of Villanova College’
• Be in writing, dated and signed by each party or entity who made the submission
• State the name and address of each person or entity who made the submission
• State the grounds (or reasons) for the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of these grounds.

Any submission must be received by the Minister on or before 9 March 2023.
If you wish to discuss the proposal with one of the project team. We would welcome the opportunity to brief you on the Villanova College Master plan.

ENROLMENT COLLECTION NOTICE FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS
2023 Student Residential Address and Other Information
The Australian Government Department of Education (the department) would like to notify you that we have requested for your child’s school to provide residential address and other information.

Under the Australian Education Regulation 2013, the school is required to provide the department with the following information about each student at the school:
• Names and residential addresses of student’s parent(s) and/or guardian(s)
• Student residential address (excluding student names)
• Whether the student is a primary or secondary student (education level)
• Whether the student is boarding or a day student (boarding status).

The school collects the above information by generating a unique and unidentifiable – student reference number (SRN) for each student record. The school only uses the SRN for this collection. It is not allowed to be used for any other purpose. The number only indicates to the department that each record provided is for one student.

Purpose of the collection
The Student Residential Address and Other Information Collection (the Collection) informs Australian Government school education policy and helps ensure funding for non-government schools is based on need.

The information collected will be used to inform school funding calculations. It is combined with Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data to calculate a non-government school community’s capacity to contribute to schooling costs.

From 2020, the department introduced a new measure of capacity to contribute: the Direct Measure of Income (DMI). The DMI is based on the median income of non-government school students’ parents or guardians using the Collection data. Find more information about the DMI on the What is the methodology for the Direct Measure of Income (DMI)? Department web page.

Use and disclosure of personal information
Your personal information is protected by law under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). Personal information is information or an opinion about an identifiable individual. Personal information includes an individual’s name and contact details.

Any use or disclosure of your personal information must occur in accordance with Privacy Act and the Australian Education Act 2013 and Australian Education Regulation 2013.

Your personal information provided to the department through the Collection may be:
• disclosed to the ABS for the purposes of capacity to contribute calculations and analysis as a part of the Multi-Agency Data Integration Project (MADIP). Find more information about MADIP on the ABS website MADIP page.
• disclosed to a contracted auditor where the department may from time to time, carry out an audit of a school’s collection submission. The contracted auditor compares the school’s submission with the school’s student enrolment information. The contracted auditor will not use the information for any
other purpose.
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• disclosed to its service providers for the purposes of providing the department with information and communications technology support services.
• used or disclosed where it is otherwise required or authorised by law.

The department does not intend to disclose your personal information to any overseas recipients.

Find the department’s privacy policy on the Department of Education website which includes information on:
• how individuals can access and seek correction of personal information held by the department;
• how complaints about potential breaches or breaches of the Privacy Act can be made;
• how the department will deal with these complaints.

The department commissioned an independent privacy impact assessment (PIA). The PIA assesses the flows of information under the Collection, compliance with the Privacy Act and measures in place to safeguard the
personal information being collected. The current version is available on the 2018 Student Residential Address Collection: Additional Required information Privacy Impact Assessment web page.

What do you need to do?
You are not required to do anything. Your school is responsible for providing the department with the requested details; however, you can contact the school to update your family’s details.

Contacts for further information
Your school can provide additional information about the Collection process.
Alternatively, please visit the SchoolsHUB Address Collection help and support page.

To contact the department about privacy-related matters, email privacy@education.gov.au or write to:
Privacy Officer
Legal Services
Department of Education
LOC: C50MA1
GPO Box 9880
Canberra ACT 260

Share your thoughts on Catholic Education
The Queensland Catholic Education Commission (QCEC) is conducting an important survey with parents and carers about the Catholic education system in Queensland. QCEC would appreciate your feedback via a short online survey to gain a better understanding of the factors that influence families in choosing a Catholic school. QCEC are working with Market & Communications Research and the Online Research Unit to compile feedback. You can complete the survey online by clicking on the link below. All responses are anonymous.   https://survey.confirmit.com.au/wix/p559809241117.aspx?cg=18