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Principal's News - Term 1, Week 5

Posted on 3 March 2022
Principal's News - Term 1, Week 5

 

Shana Bennett
Principal

 

Lent & Ash Wednesday 

On Ash Wednesday, I had the great pleasure of joining a gathering of Reception and Year 1 students with Head Prefect Darcy McKenny and Deputy Head Prefect Cameron Tunno to mark the beginning of Lent. The young students were wonderfully attentive as they learnt about the significance of Ash Wednesday and how small actions by each of us can help make the world a better place.

Older students in their PC groups reflected on the devastation in Ukraine and flood-affected eastern Australia. As Pope Francis encourages us "not to look away", the College is encouraging small donations to international aid and development agency Caritas via collection boxes in classrooms during Lent.

World Environment Day

Rostrevor College was quick off the mark for tomorrow's World Environment Day, undertaking a whole-of-College litter removal from the far reaches of the grounds. Well done to Webb House for driving this initiative and making our great campus even more beautiful. See more photos of the clean-up here

Norwood / Rostrevor SANFL talent  

Developing camaraderie and cohesion on and off the field should be no problem at Norwood this season with 12 of its senior squad members hailing from Rostrevor College. The school has long been a breeding ground for emerging Redlegs thanks to some great local talent as well as a strong contingent of boarding students from the Eyre Peninsula – part of Norwood’s recruitment zone.

Rostrevor graduates spanning 13 years from 2008 to 2021 have bolstered the side, including a recent crop of Eyre Peninsula players who have found a home at Norwood following stints at Geelong.

Photo caption: Matthew Dnistriansky, Cameron Taheny, Cameron Ball, Stefan Lanzoni, Xavier Tranfa, Ben Jarvis, Jacob Kennerley, Matthew Panos, Pierce Seymour, Charles Kemp, Josh Richards. Photo credit: John W Emery

See the Rostrevor/Norwood Adelaide Now article here

See the College Media Release here

Getting the band back together

With the easing of COVID restrictions, it was time for some of Rostrevor's finest musicians to polish up their instruments and get together for their first Senior Band rehearsal of 2022. We can't wait to hear them in action at the earliest opportunity.

College Advisory Council – New members Expressions of Interest

The Rostrevor College Advisory Council is seeking expressions of interest from the College community to nominate to join the Council. Parents of students in the Junior Years are encouraged to apply, especially those with a HR, wellbeing or diverse background. Thanks go to Sam Crafter, who has recently retired from the board after a lengthy period of valuable service. Current Council members include: Dr Vin Thomas (Chair), Mr Tony Circelli, Ms Jenny Paglia, Mr Craig Smith, Mr David Hall, Mr Darren Lynch and Mrs Julie-Anne Holmes (not pictured).

To learn more about the role and expectations, or to receive a nomination form, please email Helen Cocca (PA to the Principal) hcocca@rostrevor.sa.edu.au .

Boarding House Video 

The College is happy to share its new Boarding House video featuring the impressive refurbishment and many multi-talented boarding students!!

We would again like to thank the many supporters and contributors of the Boarding House fundraiser on Giving Day last year which raised $111,800 to bolster the Rostrevor College Foundation contribution of more than $1 million. The generosity of our community will see Rostrevor College provide even greater opportunities for young men from regional and remote Australia.

Soccer Program kicks off – Fabian Debuts for Adelaide United NPL 

Congratulations to 16-year-old Fabian Talladira (Yr 11) on his recent debut in Adelaide United's NPL side. His success complements that of attacking midfielder David Preka (Yr 12), who is a regular player for Eastern United’s NPL team and also debuted as a 16-year-old in 2020. The pair is part of Rostrevor's new Specialist Soccer Program, coordinated by former Adelaide United player Daniel Mullen, which is designed to enhance the pathways and skills for emerging soccer talent.

Year 12 David Preka and Year 11 Fabian Talladira

Term 1 Sport Fixtures MY & SY 

Badminton  |  Basketball  |  Cricket  |  Swimming  |  Tennis  |  Touch Football  |  Volleyball  |  Water Polo

Fixtures are subject to change and families are advised to check the weekly fixtures which are updated on the Co-curricular webpage each Tuesday afternoon. Before and after-school training times and contacts can be viewed here:

MY & SY Co-curricular Training Schedule  |  JY Training Schedule 

Families are reminded that while spectators are welcome to attend the College for outdoor sporting activities, we are still unable to have spectators at any indoor events.   

Class of 1991 Reunion

It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces at the 30 year reunion for the class of 1991 held at the Bath Hotel on Saturday 26th February. The afternoon was full of smiles and stories reminiscing of their time spent at Rostrevor College. A huge thank you also goes out to the organising committee, Anthony Dimarzo, Chris Cattrall, Troy Di Lorenzo an Steve Olech. Without their efforts this event would not have been possible! Enjoy the Class of 1991 gallery here

JY Swimming Week 

JY Swimming Week began today and continues through to Tuesday, March 8.

Parent Reps sought for Junior Years

Parents from the Junior Years are invited to nominate as Parent Representatives to promote class group communications and support new families. Read more here.  

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COVID-19 Resources for Parents and Caregivers

A "one-stop-shop" for parents and caregivers of Reception to Year 12 students regarding COVID-19 provisions and requirements can be accessed via Rostrevor's dedicated COVID-19 webpage

 

 

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A CATHOLIC BOYS' DAY AND BOARDING COLLEGE IN THE EDMUND RICE TRADITION RECEPTION TO YEAR 12

Glen Stuart Rd Woodforde Sa 5072 Australia