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INTERIM REPORTS
I would like to thank those parents who attended the P/T/S interviews on the last day of Term 1 and collected the Interim Report for their child and met the teachers. I was so pleased to meet so many of you at the doors. These reports, whilst not comprehensive, give an indication to the progress of the student and provide information about their application and learning gains.
The interview allows for coordination between the school and the family in moving to get the best learning outcomes for the student. Sometimes as families we have competing events that make our attendance at these interviews difficult. But the effort is worth it, if it stops bigger issues developing with learning later down the track.
As a teacher, I am constantly amazed at how so many students rise to meet high expectations, particularly if those people that are significant to them (parents and teachers) demonstrate a belief that they can be achieved. We need to set high and reasonable expectations and support the students in meeting them. We will have more success if we can do this together and the P/T/S interviews are an important part of this.
We are currently moving through the Churches season of Easter. This is the 50 days following Easter Sunday and the resurrection of Jesus and the Easter season finishes on the Feast of Pentecost, Sunday June 9th. On this day the Disciples were urged by the Holy Spirit to go forth and proclaim the word of God.
On the 40th day of Easter we celebrate the solemnity of the Ascension of Jesus into heaven (Thursday 30th May). Both of these events are special for us as Catholics and I urge all to attend their local Church on these days.
Please talk to those you know with children in Yr 6 and remind them the enrolment period for 2020 has officially closed. Late enrolments from students in feeder schools are a reality. Please urge them to apply ASAP.
The 2019 federal election will be held this coming Saturday, 18 May 2019. Throughout this election campaign, Catholic Education has highlighted the needs of Catholic schools and the parties have responded with various election promises.
YEAR 11 PARENTS
YEAR 12 PARENTS
DO IT FOR DOLLY DAY - 10 MAY
Do it for Dolly Day on the 10 May recognises the Dolly’s Dream Foundation which aims to educate young people on the harms of bullying and harassment particularly Online bullying and covert bullying.
Cyber bullying is when someone engages in offensive, menacing or harassing behaviour through the use of technology. It can happen to people at any age, anytime and often anonymously and it hurts people and can ruin lives.
The Foundation was created in memory of Amy Dolly Everett, a 14 year old girl who lost her life as a result of relentless bullying. “Do it for Dolly Day” is an anti-bullying initiative aimed at raising awareness of bullying particularly online bullying.
As a result Dolly’s Law has now been enforced and trolls and cyberbullies in NSW face up to five years in jail under the law change. This law now applies to all those sending abusive emails, posting threatening or hurtful messages, pictures or videos online.
We need to educate everyone about the importance of treating everyone with respect and kindness. We need to encourage our students to stand up against bullying and harassment and report any concerning behaviours online.
I encourage everyone to look at the Dolly’s Dream website at www.dollysdream.org.au.
It contains Fact Sheets that may be of help to both Parents/Carers and students.
John Therry Catholic High School is an eSmart school. Being eSmart means knowing how to guard against security and privacy risks online, download content in a legal and responsible way, research and reference information, as well as manage reputation and relationships in cyberspace.
Any incidents that occur outside of school hours we strongly encourage parents to seek Police intervention.
As a Marist school, we have been asked to support two schools in Vanuatu this year by Marist Solidarity:
- St Anne’s Port Orly Santo Vanuatu
- St Michel’s Technical College Santo Vanuatu
Three John Therry Staff (Mr Martyn, Mr Forshaw, his wife Bernadette and Mr Strojny) will be visiting these schools in the July 2019 holidays.
In Term 3 we will continue to fund-raise for Marist Solidarity.
In Term 4, Year 10 students will commence the process to apply to go on an Immersion to Vanuatu in July 2020 to these schools.
The eight students selected from this application/interview process will accompany six JTCHS staff in 2020
Come along to our movie night and show your support. Tickets on sale for three weeks in the SCHOOL OFFICE at lunch (card or cash)
Venue: Event Cinemas Macarthur Square – Tuesday 25th June at 6.30pm
There are two packages available:
- $20.00 includes the Toy Story 4 Movie, drink, popcorn and donation
- $10 includes the Toy Story 4 Movie and donation.
Many thanks,
Mr Martyn
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Team |
Coach |
Result |
Comment |
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10-12 Boys Softball |
Mr Bodeker |
5-3 Loss |
We went into our second softball game after a win last week. We versed a strong St Benedict’s side and after the first innings concluded St Benedict’s were leading 2-0. The second innings concluded 3-2 in favour of John Therry but going into the final innings St Benedict’s proved too strong and ended up winning the game 5-3. The highlight of the game came via a Nick Junior Constantin home run which put us ahead. Unfortunately a few silly errors led to St Benedicts taking out the game. MVP - Nick Junior Constantin. |
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10-12 Girls Indoor Cricket |
Mr Geribo |
127-43 Win |
A much improved all round performance this week as our girls defeated St Benedicts. Our bowling was accurate and our innings in the field was capped off with a very sharp catch by Olivia at point blank range. We batted well with Jessica Whelan our top scorer. MVP: Jessica Whelan |
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Soccer Boys 11-12 |
Mr Williamson |
3-2 Win |
The type of win a season can be built on. Early mistake led to us going 1-0 down. Despite many opportunities a further mistake led to a 2-0 deficit. Great play in the last ten minutes saw us score 3 goals and emerge victorious. MVP:Machar Bol |
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10-12 Soccer Girls |
Mr Holmes |
4-2 Win |
An exciting well matched game. The girls surprised themselves with an early lead. Olivia and Sophia combined well to get the score to 3-0. Two cheap goals meant a comeback was on but Sophia stepped up to score again. Two goals each from Olivia and Sophia combined with excellent defending from Tahlia, Kelsey, Adut and Tahlia. MVP: Adut Bol |
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Netball Girls 11-12 |
Mrs Pellegrino |
28-18 Loss |
With only six girls on the court, all players kept up their game, keeping pressure onto SBCC. Although the girls lost, with one player down they are to be commended on their ongoing effort and gameplay. MVP: Jade Pritchard |
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Mixed Frisbee 7-9 |
Mr Wakeling |
31-11 Win |
A good team game that highlighted how important defence is. With the game being very close at the start of the second half everyone lifted defensively. Once we did this the team moved more freely on the offensive end and our skill level and confidence increased. MVP: Erin Murtz |
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7-9 Basketball Boys |
Mr Peters |
Fair effort, although there is ample room for improvement both offensively and defensively. Great games by Eli Matic and Devontay Zaglas. MVP: Eli Matic (17 points, 9 Rebounds). |
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7-9 Basketball Girls |
Miss Randall |
33-19 Win |
Overall a great game by the girls with awesome defensive pressure. Continued practice in shooting and offensive plays will be essential for our next game. MVP: Shanae- Lee Leach Morrison |
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7-9 Hockey Boys |
Mr Webb |
BYE |
Training at Hockey ovals this week. |
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Opens Rugby League |
Mr Tran + Mr McGrath |
58-0 Win |
Verse- Good Samaritan In a high scoring affair the boys stayed composed and showed good sportsmanship. We were solid in the middle with our outside backs playing off the back of them. MVP: Emmanneul Fatialofa |
SPORT NEWS TERM 2- WEEK 2
After a great start to MISA Term 2 with John Therry picking up 7 out of a possible 10 victories, the teams continued their form today winning 8 out of 10 matches. A great start but a few tough rounds coming up could be the difference in final placings. Thank you to all students who have taken to representing the school with pride each week. With limited players in our 11-12 girls Netball team, we are requesting any Senior Netballers to see Mrs Pellegrino to express your interest in playing MISA netball.
On a negative note a number of students today were in detention unfortunately, due to permissions notes not being returned and many for not wearing a hat to sport. Students please ensure this is rectified for next week.
NEW BASKETBALL JERSEYS
Our boys and girls team wore our new John Therry Basketball Jerseys for the first time yesterday and continued our great basketball tradition with strong wins over St Benedicts.
BREAKING NEWS
Rugby League:
Three of our John Therry boys will be representing the Southern Country team in just over two weeks. This gives the boys an opportunity to make the NSW team.
- Callum Van Diesen
- Emmanneul Fatialofa
- Ray Redmond
Swimming:
Nathan Doggett represented NSW at the All School Swimming Tournament, held at Homebush. Nathan competed in the 100m freestyle and placed 5th in the Boys 16 and over 100m Freestyle - Multiclass. His time for the event was 1.34.05, which is 6 seconds faster than his time at the at the CCC swimming tournament.
DIOCESE SPORT
A busy start to term two for Diocese sport with three male and female soccer teams representing the school in week 1. Whilst many students also backed up their soccer performance by running at the Diocese Cross country in Nowra.
Overall we had some very positive results at all tournaments.
Diocese Soccer- At the soccer the highlights included our senior boys and intermediate teams, who both made the grand final, unfortunately going down to Edmund Rice in narrow defeats. Further Patrick Picot, Baxter Sparks and Olivia Sloan were selected in the Opens Diocese soccer teams and will represent the Diocese at Valentine Sports park later in the term. We wish our students the best of luck!
Both the boys and girls teams were a credit to the school in terms of behaviour and spirit shown. Thank you to all coaches for taking teams.
Diocese Cross Country- Another early start at 6:00am for the trip down to Nowra to compete at the cross country. Again our behaviour and spirit was excellent throughout the day and we had some strong performances verse tough competition.
- Bridget Shearer - 6th
- Paul Salmond- 3rd
- Olivia Southby- 4th
They will go on to represent the Diocese at the next level CCC. Well done and best of luck.
Our goal next year is to make our school carnival more competitive and increase participation (particularly of our senior girls) to ensure we have maximum competitors in all races.
Upcoming events:
Bill Turner Round 3 game TBA
Week 7 Wednesday 12th June - Dio CCC Football Playoffs
Week 8 Thursday 20th June - Dio CCC Basketball Playoffs – Jnr + Int
Week 9 Thursday 27th June - JT Athletics Carnival
ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
This term we also have our Athletics Carnival in on Thursday in Week 9. Six weeks to go.
Currently Conolly house hold a strong lead in the sporting house championship, can anybody catch them? If you did not bring back your swimming/athletics note you are required to do so. Spare notes can be collect at the sport office.
Finally, please ensure all sport permission notes are returned to the sports office or your team's coach (not your LG teacher), reminder there is now a permission note mailbox if the office is unattended.
Looking forward to a great term 2 in sport.
For more sporting information, please visit the John Therry Sport Page
https://sites.google.com/dow.catholic.edu.au/johntherrysport/home
Regards
Mr Daniel Goodhew