Issue 5 2011.pdf - St George Christian School

ST GEORGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
INFANTS • JUNIOR • MIDDLE • SENIOR NEWS
... be transformed by the renewing of your mind
Romans 12:2
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Issue 5 - 3 June 2011
Congratulations to Ashleigh Steed and Peter Binns for their outstanding achievements at the recent National Christian
Schools Swimming Competition. Ashleigh Steed swam in ten events and achieved a number of 1st places and a meet
record in the Girls 15-16 years 200m Breaststroke. She was also named female swimmer of the meet. Peter Binns swam
in nine events and achieved numerous personal best times over the championship. Congratulations also to Jake Price,
Mark Ataya and Daniel Robinson who recently attended the NSW Combined Independent Schools Rugby League trials.
They were all selected into a squad of approximately 32 from which a team of 20 will be chosen. The hours of training,
dedication and personal fitness levels have reaped rewards.
“Habit is a cable; we weave a thread of it each day,
and at last we cannot break it.” (Horace Mann)
From the very youngest age our students are forming habits, patterns of behaviour in every area of life. This happens in
every home and every classroom and on the school playgrounds. Habits can work for us or against us.
At our recent Athletics Carnivals, habits of training and maintaining physical fitness served to produce some brilliant
outcomes and personal best results. This success in athletic competition not only reflects good physical habits but also
good habits of mind, attitudes and responses to challenges. At school these challenges may be in physical, academic,
creative and relational areas.
Whenever faced with challenge, we respond with our minds and emotions and our thinking patterns generate a
response. As we become more aware of what are often automatic responses, we can seek to take greater control of
our responses and to enlist something that will be helpful to ourselves and others. At the Athletics Carnivals, for example, I
was encouraged to hear of students who chose to compete in events for the first time, challenging the belief that the only
reason to compete is to win.
Our Middle School “Habits of the Mind” program sets solid foundations for helping students develop thinking patterns which
will serve them well for Senior School and beyond. Habits of Mind (HoM) – the work of Professor Arthur Costa – puts together
16 attributes of what humans do when they behave intelligently. Professor Costa acknowledges that while this list is not
complete, it nevertheless encompasses some foundational and valuable characteristics. I would add to the top of this
list the words of Jesus from Luke 10:27: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your
strength and with all your mind and love your neighbour as yourself”. These words will set in place a habit of living, thinking
and responding that will undergird all we do. Costa’s 16 Habits of Mind are listed below with brief descriptive quotes.
1. Persisting - “Be like a postage stamp – stick to one thing until you get there.” Margaret Carty
2. Managing Impulsivity - “… goal directed self-imposed delay of gratification is perhaps the essence of emotional
self-regulation: the ability to deny impulse in the service of a goal, whether it can be building a business, solving an
algebraic equation, or pursuing the Stanley cup.” Daniel Goleman Emotional Intelligence (1995) p83
3. Listening to Others – With Understanding and Empathy – “Listening is the beginning of understanding… Wisdom is the
reward for a lifetime of listening. Let the wise listen and add to their learning and let the discerning get guidance.”
Proverbs 1:5
4. Thinking Flexibly – “If you never change your mind, why have one” Edward deBono
5. Thinking about our Thinking (Metacognition) – “When the mind is thinking it is talking to itself.” Plato
6. Striving for Accuracy and Precision – “A man who has committed a mistake and doesn’t correct it is committing
another mistake.”
7. Questioning and Posing Problems – “The formulation of a problem is often more essential than its solution, which may
be merely a matter of mathematical or experimental skill. To raise new questions, a new possibility, to regard old
problems from a new angle, requires creative imagination and marks real advances…” Albert Einstein
Continued......
‘Equipping Your Child For Life’

From the Principal cont..
8. Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations – “I’ve never made a mistake. I’ve only learned from experience.”
Thomas A Edison
9. Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision – “Your own words are the bricks and mortar of the dreams
you want to realise. Your words are the greatest power you have. The words you choose and their use establish the
life you experience.” Sonia Croquette
10. Gathering Data through All Senses – “Observe perpetually.” Henry James
11. Creating, Imagining, and Innovating – “The future is not some place we are going to but one we are creating. The
paths are not to be found, but made, and the activity of making them changes both the maker and the destination.”
John Schaar, Political Scientist, University of Santa Clara, Author, Loyalty in America
12. Responding with Wonderment and Awe – “The most beautiful experience in the world is the experience of the
mysterious.” Albert Einstein
13. Taking Responsible Risks – “There has been a calculated risk at every stage of American development – the pioneers
who were not afraid of the wilderness, businessmen who were not afraid of failure, dreamers who were not afraid of
action.” Brooks Atkinson
14. Finding Humour – “The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.” EE Cummings
15. Thinking Independently – “Take care of each other. Share your energies with the group. No one must feel alone, cut
off, for that is when you do not make it.” Willie Unsoeld, renowned mountain climber
16. Learning Continuously – “All of the top achievers I know are lifelong learners… looking for new skills, insights, and ideas.
If they’re not learning, they’re not growing… not moving toward excellence.” Denis Waitley
James Honor
Principal
DATES TO REMEMBER
DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK THE
WEBSITE AND DEPARTMENT NOTES FOR UPDATES
3/06/11 Yrs 7-12 CSSA State Cross Country
6/06/11 Yr 11 (2012) Scholarship Testing
Yrs 7-12 Girls Soccer Gala Day
8/06/11 UNSW ICAS Science Competition
8-9/06/11 Yr 6 Canberra Excursion
11-13/06/11 Silver (Yr 10) DofE Practice Hike
13/06/11 QUEENS BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
16/06/11 Yrs 7-12 CIS State Cross Country
17/06/11 Yr 7 Vaccinations
20/06/11 Yrs 7-12 Boys Soccer Gala Day
21/06/11 Yrs 6-8 Parent/Teacher Interviews
14 yrs Boys & Girls Futsal Gala Day
22/06/11 Infants Parent/Teacher Interviews
23/06/11 Yr 10-11 Parent/Teacher Interviews
16 & 19 yrs Girls Futsal Gala Day
24/06/11 16 & 19 yrs Boys Futsal Gala Day
24/06/2011 LAST DAY TERM
19/07/2011 FIRST DAY TERM 3 FOR STUDENTS
25/07/2011 Senior School Photo Day
26/072011 Infants Photo Day
HSC Showcase - rehearsals,
7pm performances and displays
27/07/2011 HSC Showcase -
7pm performances and displays
Junior & Middle School Photo Day
11/08/2011 Specialist Sports Photos
16/08/2011 Infants Book Parade
24/08/2011 Yrs 7-12 Zone Athletics Carnival
30/08/2011 Infants Father’s Day Breakfast
1/09/2011 Yr 7-12 CSSA State Athletics Carnival
2-3/09/2011 Junior School Father/Child Camp
6/09/2011 Yrs 9-12 Parent/Teacher Interviews
12/09/2011 Infants Swimming Program begins
14/09/2011 Yrs 10 & 11 Exams begin
21/09/2011 Yr 7-12 CIS State Athletics Carnival
23/09/2011 Yr 12 Presentation 11am - 2.30pm
HELP VANUATU
COMMUNITIES
The Vanuatu Mission Team will be
heading off to Vanuatu again
during the next school holidays. If
you would like to help us bless these
communities you can do so by
donating the following items:
New toothbrushes,toothpaste, soap,
small stationery items (pencils, pens,
erasers, pencil cases, sharpeners
etc.)
Soccer Boots – All sizes in good
condition
Donation bins are located in
the Reception areas of each
Department.
Thank you for your support
KINDERGARTEN AND
YEAR 7 ENROLMENTS 2012
The process for Kindergarten and Year 7, 2012 enrolments
is now underway.
If you wish to enrol your children in either of these years,
you will need to apply as soon as possible.
Please contact the Registrar, Mrs Saward, on 9547 2311 if
you require further information or come to the Main Office
(Hurstville Campus) to pick up an enrolment package.

Whole School News
MONSTER BOOK SALE
As a result of the current building expansion there has been a temporary reduction of space
in the Hurstville campus library. Because of this we have had to cull books
that are no longer required.
To help with this, we will be holding a MONSTER BOOK SALE in the Hurstville
Campus Library from Thursday 9 June from 8.00 am until Friday 17 June.
Books will be on sale for twenty cents each or six books for $1.00.
Hurstville campus library is located on the upper level of the Senior School in
Woids Avenue.
Please park on Bellevue Parade.
BOOKS
BOOKS
BOOKS
can you help
'Back to the 80's'
If anyone can provide the following for the Senior School musical it would be greatly
appreciated:
COSTUME:
• Any 80's clothing (especially formal wear dresses, tuxedos etc)
• A karate GI uniform in a Medium/Large mens size (belt needed also, any colour)
• Fabric (white stretch, formal gown fabric, black and light brown woven fabric especially useful)
• Gridiron (American football) uniforms and/or helmets
• Belts/Accessories
PROPS:
• 80s BMX Bike
Any parents wishing to help with op-shopping, sewing or props please contact Miss Byrnes ASAP
(sonia.byrnes@sgcs.nsw.edu.au)

P & F News and Updates
Term 1
In Term 1 we held Gelato days and BBQ’s, sold Hot Cross Buns and had an information stand at the Hurstville Campus Open
Day. One highlight was the Junior School Cross Country BBQ. It was a beautiful day and was a lovely way to finish the term.
A special thank you to Joanna Nedelkovski, for her work both before and on the day. Also to Kerry and Chris Leech and the
wonderful group of mums and dads who helped on the day.
Thanks to Anne Madden for organising the Hot Cross Buns fundraiser. They were yum!
Term 2
We’ve held our first meeting for the term, had an information stand at Sans Souci Campus Open day and held Mother’s
Day stalls in both the Infants’ and Junior School. Both stalls were very successful and had lovely gifts that were beautifully
wrapped.
Thank you to:
Sue Fitzsimmons, Ellie Poulos and Natalie Clark who purchased and wrapped the gifts and ran the stall at the
Junior School.
Carianne Fairbank who purchased and wrapped gifts and organised the stall at Infants, and to her team of
helpers: Niki Michalos, Bernadette Thompson, Vanessa Valcas and
Caroline (Carianne’s mum and Samuel’s (K Blue) Grandma).
The support of all these parents (and grandparents) is greatly appreciated!
Sandra Kasper and Cathrien Douglas
HEALTH SPOT
ASTHMA INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
An excerpt taken from the Asthma Foundation website
As a parent of a student with asthma it can be difficult to leave your child in the care of others. Schools and their staff have a duty
of care towards your child whilst they are at school, however the responsibility for a student’s care does not rest entirely on the
school. There are roles and responsibilities for the school, teachers, students and parents when it comes to best managing asthma
at school.
Your role and responsibilities
• Tell the school that your child has asthma and give them a written Asthma Action Plan or similar as required by the school
• Take your child to the doctor for regular reviews of their asthma
• Inform the school of any changes to your child’s asthma or updates to their Action Plan
• Establish a relationship with your child’s teacher
• Ensure that your child has reliever medication with them every day, and preferably a spacer is used. The medication must not
have expired and should contain plenty of doses. Also ensure that the medication is labelled clearly with your child’s name
• Ensure that your child is able to self-administer their medication when required
• Aim for good asthma management at home by following medical advice on taking medication
• Notify the school if your child is absent due to their asthma
• Ensure that your child catches up on any missed school work as a result of their asthma
What you should expect from the school
• That the school has an asthma policy and that all staff are aware of this policy
• Student records are kept in a central location that all staff are aware of
• The school ensures that staff attend training in asthma management
• The school has Asthma Emergency Kits and that staff are aware of the location and they are easily accessible (dates and
contents of kits need to be regularly checked and updated accordingly)
• Asthma First Aid posters are displayed around the school
• School staff are made aware of students that have asthma and the actions that they may need to take
• That the school advises you if your child has required medical assistance while at school
• Your child (where age appropriate) should be allowed to carry and administer their own reliever medication as required
Your child’s responsibilities
• Have their medication readily available at all times, particularly during exercise and other physical activities
• Be aware of the signs of worsening asthma, and take immediate action, either with self-medication or contacting a staff
member
• Know when to take their medication (in accordance with action plan)
• Know how to get to and administer their medication in an emergency
• Tell their friends they have asthma, and what to do in an emergency
Teacher responsibilities
• Know which students in their care have asthma and be familiar with any special needs
• Familiarise themselves with the school asthma policy
• Attend training sessions on asthma and know what to do in an asthma emergency
• Know the location of Asthma Emergency Kits and ensure that they take one with them if travelling off site with students
• Establish good communication with parents/carers
• Allow and ensure students have their medication on them, especially during sporting activities and on excursions
• Tell parents/carers if you notice anything out of the ordinary in relation to a student’s asthma

Infants
Open Day Guessing Competition
Thank you to those people who allowed their children to enter the guessing
competition at our Open Day. The little horse’s name was ‘Lily’ and Joel
Tiddy and Phillip Dzajkovski guessed correctly and each received a book
as their prize. We raised $200 for children with disabilities on the Island of
Santos in Vanuatu. Thank you to all who participated in the Open Day,
especially the Markopoulos family and their wonderful plant stall.
Thongs
We are collecting thongs for our students to take with them to Vanuatu. A
box will be outside the staff room each day for you to put in any thongs you
can bring in.
Athletics Carnival
We recognize how courageous Zachary Kiriakos, John Klimis, Daniel Lo
and Jana Setco all were to brave the weather on Wednesday 25 May and
attend the Junior School Athletics Carnival. Well done!
Excursions
Year 1 visited Randwick Children’s
Hospital and learnt about hospital
procedures, with demonstrations
and hands on activities. They were
served a light morning tea and
returned to school by lunchtime.
Year 1 also attended the Calmsley Hill City
Farm as part of their unit on City/Country.
After a very windy, cold day, everyone was
grateful for a little bit of sunshine. A big thank
you to Mr Markopoulos and Mrs Stock for
accompanying the children. We greatly value
the help of parents on these excursions.
Parent/
Teacher
Interviews -
Wednesday 22 June
A note has gone
home for you
to indicate your
preferred time to have
an interview with your
child’s class teacher.
You will be notified of
your time slot shortly.
Students’ work
As part of their unit on flight and space
Year 2 children will be going to the Science
Centre and Planetarium in Wollongong.
We have two examples of narratives
from class 2S for you to enjoy.
The Hot Air Balloon
by Raphael Girgis
The multi coloured balloon took
off. “Wow, I’ve never flown a hot
air balloon before,” I said. It was
dawn. We were extremely tired
and suddenly a storm struck us. The
thunder roared and the electricity of
the lightning struck the power station,
causing another electric bolt. The
storm got more fierce, stronger. It
carried us away. The main problem
was that the storm had struck us!
We plummeted towards the ground.
BOOSH! We hit the ground at school.
“Oh, drat and botherness,” I said. I
ran away.
The Adventures of Misty the Kite
by Elizabeth Chung
It all started when I was lost hovering over the bright, blue
Pacific Ocean. My name is Misty….I am very adventurous.
Rip!!!! The string broke. “Oh, no. Ahhh!” Splash! “I’m falling.
Someone help me.” When I fell into Underwater World it was dark,
quiet and cold. I wondered why. I started to sink…Umm, yummy, a
whale gobbled me up. Not long after that the whale popped me
out. Pop! I floated back up to an island. The next day I jumped onto
a tree and I continued my adventure. Whoosh! I flew into space. I
saw the sun, moon, starts, planets and a dozen space shuttles. It was
amazing! Brrrm! A rocket was heading straight for me. Crash! I drifted
down to a space station. I ate something and had a nice nap. When
I woke up it was still dark…oh yeah, I forgot we were still in space. After
that I flew down, down, down, back to earth. Unfortunately the wind
was so strong I went all the way to Antarctica. I saw lots of animals (I
mean some animals). It was so peaceful and amazing. I slept, ate,
chatted and played with them for a whole week. Sadness, that’s the
end. Sorry, I have to go so quickly because I need to return to my
home. That was the best adventure I have ever had.

Junior School
Children Just Like Us
With guest speakers inviting students into the world of children in many different circumstances, Mrs Flaherty spoke on her
experiences in Indonesia working in an orphanage of over 100 children. The children attended school in bare rooms with wooden
chairs but no desks and very few resources. Shamira Athavle, an ex-student, shared with the students about a small orphanage in
Kathmandu, Nepal where the students live, although they go to a local school. Shamira gave gifts of toys and embroidered pillow
cases which the children treasured as they have very few personal possessions. Last Wednesday, the principal of a large Indian
school for poor children amazed the students with her descriptions of class sizes of 75 and a very competitive examination system.
All speakers have emphasized the poverty of the children’s lives and yet their happy natures and great desire to do well at school.
Education is viewed as a blessed privilege to be grasped with both hands.
Our students have displayed creative leadership by organising clubs for those desiring to develop different skills. Under the
direction of a teacher, a Book Club, Origami Club, Drama Club, Bible Study Club, Drawing Club and Paper Folding Club have
begun. Leadership comes from within the group with venues, times and weekly activities being decided upon by these leaders. It is
a wonderful initiative and I am looking forward to seeing the results.
I have included a report by a group of Year 5 students who visited Hurstville Library to be part of the audience for a visiting author.
They enjoyed the experience.
The Year 3 to 6 Athletics Carnival was run on Wednesday 25 May in blustery conditions. I would like to thank the newly elected
House Captains for their enthusiasm and hard work both before and on the day. They managed to set up colourful displays,
sing new chants and encourage their house supporters throughout the day. At all times their leadership was evident. Mr Archer
coordinated events smoothly so that the track events actually ran ahead of schedule which gave students time to prepare and
compete in the field events. Thank you to Mr Archer who organised a successful carnival in such difficult weather conditions and to
the IT team who coordinated the results. Thank you also to the teachers and parents who stood out in the blizzard conditions and
supported the students so encouragingly.
The thoughts of Judas soon after he betrayed Jesus by Louiza
Cassimatis
On no, I’ve done a terrible thing, I sold my friend out for thirty pieces of silver. I guess silver is pretty good,
you can get fancy clothes and fancy things, but the thing was, I thought that great feeling would last.
Oh Judas, what were you thinking And this man, my friend, He wasn’t just any friend, He was the Son
of God, the Holy One. I sold Jesus to the guards, they tortured him, put a crown of thorns on his Head.
The sight was unbearable and now He is gone and I can’t say I’m sorry. It’s too much for me to handle,
all this guilt, the disappointments, lies I told for money, and for something that wouldn’t even last. Jesus’
friendship would have lasted for all eternity. I wish it was me up on that cross taking the penalty. Instead
I was greedy, only thinking of myself. Jesus was perfect, He didn’t do anything wrong but He died
beside two criminals and when you think about it, it’s really all my fault! Jesus wouldn’t have died if it
wasn’t for me. WHAT HAVE I DONE!
Thoughts from a Mother by Emma Craft
“Reckless words pierce like a sword
but the tongue of the wise brings healing”.
Prov.12:18
So, you want me to tell you about my son Jesus, when He died on the cross Well, that’s an amazing story. It happened a
long time ago now, when I was still quite young, but I believe they will still be talking about this for years to come.
My son Jesus was so special. I knew He was special even before He was born because an angel visited me and told me
that He was going to be born to me! Now that was a miracle, but that’s another story.
My son was amazing! He healed people, He fed people and He was a great teacher. He even brought
somebody back from the dead! But the chief priests didn’t like Him one bit, oh no, not one little bit. Around
the time of Passover, they chained Him up and took Him to Pilate, the Roman ruler. Pilate was such a weak
man! Those chief priests accused my son of ridiculous things and even convinced Pilate to put Him to death
by crucifixion!
I couldn’t believe it! The angel had told me before He was born that Jesus was going to be king and here He
was about to die!
They put a crown of thorns on His head, spat on Him, whipped Him and mocked Him. They nailed His hands
and feet, and yes, they crucified Him!
Early on Sunday morning we took spices to the tomb. It was very strange, the stone had moved! My son’s
body was gone! We were astonished! We didn’t know what had happened! And then we saw them, two
men in shining clothes and they said the most shocking and amazing thing... “Why are you looking here among
the dead for one who is alive”
What! My son... ALIVE How could this be
“He is not here, He has been raised! Remember what He said to you when He was in Galilee “The Son of Man must be
handed over to sinners, be crucified and three days later, rise to life”!”
And I remembered His words! Oh what a miraculous day! How we rejoiced! My Son is ALIVE!

Junior School
On Tuesday 24 May, Mrs Godfrey’s Literacy group visited the Hurstville City Library to hear
Jeni Mawter talk about “How to Fix a Broken Story”.
In a story, you need characters and a plot. We read a story from Year 3 about “Sunny the
Sun Flower” who is bored and goes to Sunny Bunny land. We talked about how the story
was broken and how to stop breaking it by not rambling on and on and on, making little
plots inside the bigger ones and having a catchy beginning, an exciting middle and an
unpredictable ending.
We also learnt that a plot is the action of the story. We discussed the ending which can be
clichéd or predictable and not relevant to the narrative. We also talked about who the
characters are, or want something that they desire. These characters make it interesting.
We learnt to start with action or make it unusual or interesting with no clichés or expected
openings.
We enjoyed the whole experience and would definitely do it again.
By Joshua Madden (5G) and Brennan Sortwell (5F)
A group of mums
with children who
participate in playing
soccer, netball etc
have been holding a
BBQ once a term to
raise money to help
purchase Uniforms for
these teams.
Their next BBQ will be
held during Junior and
Middle School lunch
breaks.
A letter will go out
with further details closer to the date.
We have a range of books dealing with
issues surrounding children available to
parents to borrow and for sale. These
are located In the Junior School office.
Books for sale include:
Facing the Facts
Real Wired Child
The Great Brain Robbery
Books to borrow:
The Difficult Child
We Can Say No
Raising Real People.
These books are highly recommended
by Melissa Honor, (Junior School Life Skills
Teacher) who also conducts seminars at
school.
Please feel free to come by during
school hours and have a look!
RED
HOUSE
YELLOW
HOUSE
GREEN
HOUSE
BLUE
HOUSE
We believe that it was a
great experience and all
of the Red house really
enjoyed it. Our highlight
was the wonderful time of
being a leader. We lost
our voice by cheering and
having so many people
take part in the events . This
earned points for our house.
Joel Henderson and
Jenni Hampson
REPORTS FROM OUR YR 3-6 ATHLETICS CARNIVAL held on 25 May, 2011
On the 25 May 2011 it
was an extremely fun day
because there was the
athletics carnival! Yellow
house shouted, tooted and
cheered for their team. We
all enjoyed the events. Go
Yellow house.
Tom Eveleigh and Zara
Dobbie
At the Athletics Carnival it
was good that everyone
competed in all the events
and tried their very best.
Our team was being very
helpful by cheering without
being asked. It was fun and
exciting to be captains for
the first time. It was also
very enjoyable because
everyone in Green house
got along well and had
heaps of fun.
Nathan Clark and
Kayla Karagorgovski
At the Athletics Carnival
we were both very excited
to have the responsibility
of leading Blue house by
cheering and encouraging
our team. Unfortunately, we
did not get to do the house
relay. Other than that it was
a fun and excellent time.
Nicola Leech and
Lachlan Fraser

Middle School
We wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know some of the staff and students who are
part of Middle School. Our column “Your time Starts Now” introduces Mrs Deck (7D Home Room
Teacher), Mr Smyth (6S Home Room Teacher) and students from Years 6, 7 and 8. Enjoy!
Your Time Starts Now...
Mr Smyth - 6S Core Teacher
Interviewed by Jake Mitrovski (6S)
My favourite subject at school was Woodwork
My teachers always said that I was cheerful
A family tradition I love is Christmas in the Tropics and taking off our Christmas bon bons to see who has
the brightest colour
My mother always tells me God is so big that we shouldn’t be amazed when he does big miracles. Hurry
up!
My last meal would be Thai Satay chicken, entree Vietnamese Beef Salad
Someone I admire is Martin Luther King Jr
I wish I could visit space
I get annoyed when I am falsely accused and with unfair treatment of myself or other people
I am currently reading “Letters From A Sceptic” by Gregory Boyd
When I grow old I want to run sailing ministry trips
I love listening to songs with good drums
If I was Julia Gillard, I would make the best decisions for my country not just my party
Your Time Starts Now...
Mrs Deck - 7D Core Teacher
Interviewed by
Laura Richardson (7C)
My favourite subject at school was History
My teachers always said perfect love drives out fear, if you love something enough you
won’t be afraid of it
A family tradition I love is getting together for family dinners
My mother always tells me not to forget who I am
My last meal would be spaghetti bolognese
Someone I admire is Martin Luther King Jr
I wish I could make people understand each other so they don’t hurt each other
I get annoyed when I see people treating each other, animals or the environment cruelly
I am currently reading “Little Dorritt” by Charles Dickens
When I grow old I hope I have my family around me
I love listening to classical music and dance music
If I was the Prime Minister, I would put money into people services eg hospitals.

Middle School
Your Time Starts Now...
Claire Schanzer 6H
Interviewed by Adrienne Poulos (6H)
My favourite subject at school is
Visual Arts with Mr Curtinsmith
My teachers always say “Claire
works very hard at school”
Someone I look up to is Adrienne because she is a
caring role model
A family tradition I love is going to my mum’s
relatives house for Christmas dinner
My mother always tells me “always look on the halfcup
full side of life
I wish I could change my attitude to learning
When I grow up I want to be an architect
The best meal is my mum’s warm, creamy lasagna
I love listening to Brooke Fraser and Kate Miller-
Heidke
A book I would recommend is The Rondo Series by
Emily Rodda
I get annoyed when my sister sings nursery rhymes at
night
If I was Mr Honor, I would build a sports centre for the
school so students can use their talents
Your Time Starts Now...
Stylone Kumar 8K)
Interviewed by Nicole Chu (8T)
My favourite subject at school is PE
My teachers always say I am shy
Someone I look up to is
Brett Kimorrely (Rugby player)
A family tradition I love is playing football
My mother always tells me to stop fighting with my
brother
I wish I could change how short I am
When I grow up I want to be a league player
The best meal is anything with chicken in it
I love listening to music
A book I would recommend is “Once” by
Morris Gleiztman because it has real facts even
though it is fictional novel
I get annoyed when people mistake my
background, I am Fijian
If I was Mr Honor, I would build a school canteen
Your Time Starts Now...
Josh Lancaster (7L)
Interviewed by Harrison McKeon (7L)
My favourite subject at school is
English
My teachers always say I am very
quiet
A family tradition I love is a big dinner with the family
My mother always tells me to keep trying
I wish I could be more intelligent in Maths
When I grow up I want to be an actor
The best meal is lasagne
I love listening to rock music
A book I would recommend “The Indian in the
Cupboard” because it is interesting
I get annoyed when people touch my hair
If I was Mr Honor, I would let the boys wear their shirts
out
Your Time Starts Now...
Jasmine Wright (7D)
Interviewed by
Lindsey Stevenson (7D)
My favourite subject at school is
History
My teachers always say I have lovely
neat writing
Someone I look up to is my mum
A family tradition I love is having a BBQ for Christmas
lunch
My mother always tells me to believe in what you
like doing
I wish I could change peoples attitude to God
When I grow up I want to be a journalist
The best meal is chicken schnitzel
I love listening to piano music
A book I would recommend is “Parvarna”
I get annoyed when I haven’t had enough sleep
If I was Mr Honor, I would put some real grass in!

Yrs 7 - 12 Sport
WEEKLY SPORTS RESULTS
Wednesday 11 May 2011
BOYS
GIRLS
Soccer 15B St George 5 def Belmore 1
Rugby League Under 15 St George 16 def by Belmore 30
Tennis 1st Grade St George 9 def Canterbury 3
2nd Grade St George 2 def by Canterbury 10
Netball 2nd Grade St George 25 def Kogarah 4
Soccer 15B BYE
Wednesday 18 May 2011
BOYS
GIRLS
Soccer 15B St George 10 def Kingsgrove 0
Rugby League Under 15 BYE
Tennis 1st Grade St George 12 def Sydney Tech 0
2nd Grade St George 3 def by Sydney Tech 7
Netball 2nd Grade St George 28 def Moorefield 5
Soccer 15B St George 6 def Moorefield 0
CSSA SWIMMING NATIONALS 2011
On the Wednesday 18 May two students Ashleigh Steed (Yr11) and Peter Binns (Yr8) represented NSW in the CSSA
National Swimming Championship. This year it was hosted by NSW at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.
Ashleigh swam in four individual events and was
1st in the 50m Freestyle
1st in the 50m Backstroke
1st in the 50m Breaststroke (the new National Record)
2nd in the 50m Butterfly
For the meet she was equal 16 years Girls National Age Champion. In her specialist stroke of breaststroke there was
daylight between her and second place as well as breaking the National Record. Her freestyle race had everyone
on their feet as she came from third to reach the touch pad four onehundredths
of a second ahead of second.
Peter swam in three individual events and was
2nd in the 200m Individual Medley
3rd in the 50m Butterfly
4th in the 100m Freestyle.
He received personal best times in all of these events.
Both Ashleigh and Peter swam in their respective teams 4 x 50m Freestyle
Relay and 200m Medley Relay and all four teams came 1st. Peter’s relay
team had been beaten by Queensland in Brisbane last year and the NSW
stand was on their feet to cheer them home as they overtook Queensland
in the last 25m of the freestyle leg of the Medley Relay. At the end of the
day New South Wales was the Championship Team followed by Queensland and Victoria.
CONGRATULATIONS to both Ashleigh and Peter for your successes in swimming, you represented SGCS extremely well,
we are very proud of you both!!!
NSW CIS RUGBY LEAGUE
On Wednesday 18 May 2011, Jake Price, Daniel Robinson and
Mark Ataya attended the NSW CIS Rugby League Trials. With a full day
of games the boys played really well, all impressing the selectors in their
different positions, and all being selected into a squad of approximately
32 to attend a training camp on the 28-30 May at the Institute of Sport
at Narrabeen. From this camp they will select the team of 20 players to
attend the Australian School Boys Rugby League Championship during
the next holidays. If selected Daniel and Mark will travel to Perth and
Jake will compete here in Sydney at Moorebank. This is a fantastic
opportunity for all the boys and SGCS is very proud of how far they have
already come. Good luck at the camp.

Yrs 7 - 12 Sport
NSW CSSA STATE SOCCER TRIALS
On Friday 1 April, seven Senior School boys travelled to Nepean Christian College for the NSW Christian Schools Sports
Association (CSSA) State Open Boys Soccer team. Thomas Blackledge (Yr12), Georgio Cassimatis (Yr11), Alex Fernandez
(Yr11), Josiah Sherwen (Yr11), Jonathan Zdraveski (Yr10), Alex Illievski (Yr9) and Simon Leech (Yr9) all made the trek west for a
long and gruelling day of football.
Our boys were no ‘April Fools’ as they represented our school proudly, displaying a very high standard of game play, skill and
sportsmanship throughout the whole day. There were over sixty boys trialing for this seventeen-man squad and all our boys
made it through the first few cuts into the top twenty five.
At the end of the day, after a huge four hours of soccer, much perspiration and even some cramps, the final squad of
seventeen was chosen to represent CSSA NSW in the National Christian Schools Soccer Championships in Adelaide (SA).
Huge congratulations go to Georgio Cassimatis (a speedy and dangerous attacking player) who was chosen to be a part
of this squad to represent NSW at the National Titles later this year. However, all seven boys can hold their heads high as they
were all very close to making the squad with some excellent individual and team play throughout the day.
Thomas Blackledge was chosen as a ‘shadow’ midfield player (in the case of injury), while Alex Illievski and Simon Leech now
have a very strong chance of making the Under 15’s NSW CSSA team (which will be trialing soon).
We have some very skilful
soccer players at all ages
in SGCS, and it is pleasing
to see them competing at
a high level in the CSSA. It
will be exciting to see these
players (and other younger
upcoming players in Infants,
Junior and Middle School)
developing and competing
for positions like these, and
representing SGCS at Zone
and State Soccer Gala Day
competitions in the not too
distant future.
The SGCS U15 and Open
Boys Zone Soccer Gala Day
Teams will be having trials
after school very soon. Please
stay tuned or speak to
Mr Tomlin or Mr Garlato for
more information.
NSW CIS HOCKEY
On Friday 13 May, two students from SGCS attended a CIS Hockey Gala Day.
They were representing NSW CSSA, which is an achievement in itself just to
attend such an event.
Matthew Fleming and David Hindmarsh (both in Year 11) impressed the selectors
so much on the day that Matthew was selected into the NSW CIS team and
David was selected as a shadow player should another player pull out. CIS is the
NSW sport association that we are part of that includes all independent schools
across the state; the pool of students is huge. So, both Matthew and David are
encouraged and applauded on their efforts, the school is very proud of your
representation of SGCS.
Good luck Matthew!!!

Yrs 7 - 12 Sport
7-12 ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
On Thursday 19 May, SGCS held their Year 7-12 Athletics Carnival at Sylvania Athletics Track. It was a great day of running,
jumping, throwing and fierce competition between the houses, friends, family and even the teachers. The weather was
perfect, and made for a really great day.
There were many successes on the day, with most students competing in four events each. For many their place didn’t
matter, just having fun with their friends was enough. For others it was a day to prove themselves, compete and succeed in
something that they are very good at.
Some of the teachers competed in an event or two but with no real success. SGCS students are real athletes and proved too
good for the aging teachers! Congratulations to Zach Minty, just too fast!
Special mention to the following age champions who scored the most points for their respective age groups.
GIRLS
BOYS
12 Yrs Rachel Sherwen Harrison McKeon
13 Yrs Jessica Payne Ngere Papera
14 Yrs Kathryn Pritchard Nathan Chang
15 Yrs Emily Junk Nathan Wrench
16 Yrs Ashleigh Steed Zachary Minty
17 Yrs Grace Murray Joshua Chang
18 Yrs Chontelle McMahon Philip Royal
There were a lot of broken records this year, again proving that SGCS students are real athletes.
Congratulations to the students below, your names are now part of the school’s history.
12yrs Girls 100m Rachel Sherwen 14.66s
13yrs Boys 100m Michael Nikolovski 12.47s
13yrs Boys 200m Michael Nikolovski 26.53s
16yrs Boys 200m Zachary Minty 24.34s
16yrs Boys 400m Zachary Minty 57.31s
15-18yrs Boys 1500m Joseph Lewis 4m58.37s
15-18yrs Boys 1500m Josiah Sherwen 5m04.14s
15-18yrs Boys 1500m Matthew Sherwen 5m04.98s
12yrs Girls Discus Elizabeth Ollerton 16.31m
12yrs Girls Discus Rachel Sherwen 15.51m
18yrs Boys Discus Matthew Sherwen 23.93m
16yrs Girls High Jump Tabitha Hirn 1.41m
16yrs Boys High Jump Zachary Minty 1.65m
18yrs Boys Long Jump Matthew Sherwen 5.01m
The other area of interest for all students is house points, with house captains encouraging their team to enter as many
events as possible and this year was no exception with plenty of house spirit. Blue House was the victorious house on the day!
Blue - 782 Yellow - 705 Red - 609 Green - 598
This year’s Zone carnival will be held on 24 August at Barden Ridge Playing Fields. The Zone team will be announced soon,
with permission notes to follow.
Mr Moore
Senior School
Year 10 Multimedia
Over the past term, Year 10 Multimedia has been studying the effect
of Green Screens used in movies. Their Assessment task this term is to
create a composition using Adobe After Effects (the same program
used by George Lucas for Star Wars!) In action is Tabitha Hirn filming
her footage in front of the school’s green screen before she edits
and post-edits her work.

Senior School
SENIOR SCHOOL
DRAMA NEWS
Recently Year 10 Elective Drama
performed their monologues as
a part of a unit on contemporary
Australian theatre. There was
a wide variety of monologues
ranging from the work of
Louis Nowra through to
Joanna Murray Smith.
All students performed
wonderfully with strong energy
and clear understanding of
character. These students now
begin work on their Street Theatre
unit which will be performed in
the streets of Hurstville later this
term.
For more Drama news check out
the school extranet
(http://moodle.sgcs.nsw.edu.au)
Miss Byrnes
HSC SHOWCASE
On Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 July (Week 2, Term 3) our Year 12 students will be presenting their
HSC major works and performances in the HSC SHOWCASE at the Hurstville Civic Theatre,
16 MacMahon St, Hurstville from 7pm.
These evenings will include:
• Visual Arts Body of Work display
• Design & Technology Major Design Projects display
• Textiles & Design Major Textiles Project presentation
• Music performances
• Drama Group and Individual performances
• Drama Non-Performance Project display
Year 12 History Extension students will also be represented.
These displays and performances are the culmination of many years of work for our Year 12 students
and will be an invaluable experience for Year 9, 10 and 11 students to gain an understanding of the
opportunities open to them in Years 11 and 12.
Tickets for the Year 12, 2011 HSC SHOWCASE will go on sale at the beginning of Week 8, Term 2.
More detailed booking information will be sent home closer to this time.

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