St Aloysius’ College
Junior School New Student Information
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Table of Contents
Junior School Campus (Years 3 to 6)..................................................................................................... 3
Term Dates For 2015.............................................................................................................................. 3
College Statement on Incidental Leave............................................................................................... 3
Orientation Day Years 3 to 6, 2015 (Students and Parents).............................................................. 3
Booklists/Stationery Requirements..................................................................................................... 5
Uniforms.................................................................................................................................................. 5
Co-Curricular Programme...................................................................................................................... 5
College Code of Conduct for Sporting Events..................................................................................... 7
Travel Passes........................................................................................................................................... 9
Canteen Procedure...............................................................................................................................10
College Diary.........................................................................................................................................10
Home Study...........................................................................................................................................11
Absence & Lateness..............................................................................................................................11
Phone Messages For Students............................................................................................................11
Mobile Phones.......................................................................................................................................11
Liturgies.................................................................................................................................................12
Manresa.................................................................................................................................................12
Daily Notices - Manresa Bulletin.........................................................................................................12
School Fees............................................................................................................................................13
End of Term, 2014.................................................................................................................................13
Map Of College Location......................................................................................................................13
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Junior School Campus (Years 3 to 6)
29 BURTON STREET, MILSONS POINT NSW 2061
Telephone:
9955 9200
Office hours:8.00am-4.00pm
Facsimile:
9955 0736
School hours:8.35am-3.00pm
The College grounds are supervised from 8.05am to 3.30pm
Term Dates For 2015
Term I
Tuesday, 27 January (Years 3 to 7 and Year 12) – Thursday, 2 April
Wednesday, 28 January (Years 8 to 11) - Thursday, 2 April
Term II
Tuesday, 21 April – Friday, 19 June
Term III
Wednesday, 15 July – Friday, 18 September
Term IV
Tuesday, 6 October (10.45am) – Friday, 4 December
College Statement on Incidental Leave
There will be occasions when prevailing family circumstances may lead to parents seeking some form of
approved leave from the College for a nominated period of time. All such requests are to be made in writing
directly to the Head of Junior School using the online form “Application for Exemption from Attendance at
School” available via the College intranet, Manresa (refer page 12 for further information). These requests
will be considered on an individual basis by the Head of Junior School and permission granted based on
compassionate, family circumstances. Please note that all such requests are filed and need to be submitted
to government authorities, if required.
With respect to late or early leave from term, our request is that parents are mindful of the fact that our
holidays are consistent with AHISA (Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia) guidelines.
In setting our dates, we consult with Monte Sant’ Angelo, Loreto Kirribilli and St Vincent’s Potts Point, as well
as Saint Ignatius’ College. Extending holidays to take advantage of cheaper air fares is not a valid reason
for a request, given the already generous amount of holidays allowed for our schools. All requests for
incidental leave must be made well in advance, in writing, and addressed to the Head of Junior School, for
his consideration, using the appropriate online forms.
Orientation Day Years 3 to 6, 2015 (Students and Parents)
There will be an orientation morning for all new students entering the Junior School in 2015. This will be held
on Wednesday, 29 October from 8.30am-12.40pm at the Junior School Campus (29 Burton Street).
◊ Parents are invited to the Junior School New Parents’ Information Session in the College Chapel
located in the Senior School from 9.00am–10.00am. After the conclusion of this information session,
parents are not required for the rest of the orientation morning. This day provides a good opportunity
for your son to meet Junior School teachers, have a tour of the College, participate in a variety of
activities and see how the College functions.
◊ Students are to wear their current 2014 school uniform. They may either bring a snack for recess or
buy it from the canteen. If students wish to stay for lunch they may either bring their own lunch or
order it from the canteen. They will need to submit their lunch order in a paper bag with money inside
and present it to the canteen on their arrival at 8.30am (online ordering is not available for new 2015
students on Orientation Day). The Canteen Menu is available for download.
◊ Sometimes new parents are anxious about travel arrangements for their sons to their new
school, and they like to know if other students at the College live in their area. A list of students’
names and the suburb they live in will be put up in the playground on Orientation Day.
Addresses and telephone numbers will not be listed - only your son’s name and suburb will
be listed. If you do NOT want your suburb listed please notify the Registrar, via email:
registrar@staloysius.nsw.edu.au by Monday 13 October.
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Mr Mark Tannock
Principal
Fr Peter Hosking SJ
Rector
Mr Joe El-Khoury
Deputy Head of Junior School
Director of Religious Education
and Curriculum Years 3-6
Mr Martin Lobo
Head of Junior School
Mr Trevor Dunne
Junior School Sportsmaster
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Booklists/Stationery Requirements
Mr Joe El-Khoury, Director of Curriculum Years 3-6, is responsible for the Campion booklist which itemises
the required texts and stationery for your son. Years 3 to 6 booklists will be available late in Term IV at:
www.campion.com.au (your 4-character code will be EAMC).
Please peruse the booklist very carefully and make sure you tick all the required items (ensuring you
include any compulsory levies to be paid to Campion ie compulsory Mathletics levy and compulsory
Department of Education School Magazine levy). The College encourages booklists to be submitted
online.
The College’s preference would be for you to order the package as this ensures that your son arrives at
the College with the correct items for his grade level. This is very important as it underpins all his academic
tasks, activities and challenges. Having the correct texts and stationery ensures a smooth, efficient, relaxed
start to the school year for your son.
Perhaps, even more importantly, is the covering, naming and marking of personal items, textbooks, exercise
books and stationery. It is very important to label, mark or name all of your son’s stationery and items of
clothing so that all lost, dropped or misplaced items can be returned to their owner.
We advise students to bring in their covered texts and exercise books over the first few days of school.
There is no need to bring all books on the first day.
Uniforms
New students need to make an appointment with the Uniform Shop on 9955 4193 for the fitting of
their uniform. Information regarding the Uniform Shop as well as a price list is available at:
www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/uniformshop.
Co-Curricular Programme
The academic programme at St Aloysius’ College is supported by a strong co-curricular programme to
ensure that every student has a holistic education. All students are expected to be fully committed to
the co-curricular life of the College. Sport is the main co-curricular activity and an important element in
the overall curriculum of the College. Students are also encouraged to participate in a wide range of cocurricular activities which complement the sporting programme. All members of the College teaching staff
are involved in sporting and/or other co-curricular activities.
St Aloysius’ College is a founding member of the Associated Schools of NSW (CAS), an association of six
private boys’ schools, founded in 1929 to provide sporting and co-curricular competition. The College,
through membership of the CAS, is committed to field teams in all mainstream CAS sports and co-curricular
competitions.
The Junior School is a member of the Independent Primary Schools Heads Association (IPSHA) which
provides sporting and co-curricular competition.
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Sport
Students in Years 3 to 6 are required to participate in both summer
and winter team sports that are played throughout the year on
Saturday mornings. Summer sport options in the Junior School
include Basketball, Cricket and Tennis. Water Polo is also on offer for
those boys in Year 5 and 6 only. Cricket is played in year groups. For
Years 3 and 4 combined there will be two basketball teams which the
students may trial for and if not successful they may trial for Cricket.
Please read the attached letter from Mr Trevor Dunne, Sportsmaster and follow the link
http://goo.gl/O4kuxw to make your son(s) selection. For detailed information regarding tennis please
refer to our Tennis Information Package which includes a link to complete the Tennis 2015 entry form.
Students will also have the opportunity to trial for College Athletics, Swimming and Cross Country teams.
Students are encouraged to play either Rugby or Football throughout the winter season and all team
members in both summer and winter sports must attend weekly before and/or after school training
sessions as well as the Saturday match commitment.
Students who have prior commitments in club Cricket may choose to continue to play club Cricket instead of
Cricket for the College should they wish to finish out the season with them but it is important to remember
that those students who do not play Cricket for the College in Term I cannot play for the College in Term IV
as it is a continuation of the season. Students in Year 3 are given the choice to play Cricket in Term I and IV
for the College but may continue to honour club commitments if this is applicable. All players will attend
all training sessions, fitness sessions and Saturday games. Winter sport (Rugby or Football) is compulsory
for all students, there are no exemptions. Please familiarise yourself with this package before the
Orientation Day so that any questions that remain unanswered can be done so on the day. The
following link to our Junior School Sports Department will provide you with further information: Junior
School Sports Information.
Uniforms
Uniforms for all major sports are available from the College Uniform Shop. Students must wear the correct
uniforms at Saturday games. Students must have the College tracksuit, which they wear to afternoon
matches during the winter season. Each student is a member of a House. Students have a House T-shirt as
part of their sports uniform, which can be purchased from the Uniform Shop. The Houses are named after
four Jesuit Saints of the English Reformation: Edmund Campion (red), John Ogilvie (gold), Nicholas Owen
(green) and Robert Southwell (blue). House allocation will be mailed to you later in the year.
The uniform price list is available at: www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/uniformshop.
Campion House
Ogilvie House
Owen House
Southwell House
Parent Co-curricular Involvement
Parents play an active part in the co-curricular life of the College. Parents are encouraged to manage teams
and sometimes are invited to share their sporting expertise for coaching duties. Please enquire if you wish
to get involved.
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College Code of Conduct for
Sporting Events
Players
Parents and Supporters
◊ Never argue with an official. If there is
a disagreement, the captain or coach
approaches the official during a break or after
the game.
◊ Control
your
temper.
Verbal
or
physical
abuse
of
officials
or other players, deliberately fouling
or provoking an opponent, or throwing
equipment, is not acceptable or permitted in
any sport.
◊ Work
equally
hard
for
yourselves
and your team. Team and individual
performances will benefit.
◊ Be good sports. You should cheer all
good play whether it be by the College or
the opposing team.
◊ Treat all players as you would like to be
treated. Do not interfere with, bully or
take unfair advantage of another player.
◊ Co-operate with the coach, teammates
and opponents. Without them there
would be no game.
PLAY BY THE RULES
◊ Promote good sportsmanship by applauding
good play by both teams.
◊ Support all efforts to remove verbal and
physical abuse from sporting activities.
◊ Never ridicule or yell at a student for making a
mistake or losing a game.
◊ Encourage students to always play according
to the rules.
◊ Show respect for coaches and officials
and
acknowledge
their
value
and
importance.
Never
question
their
competence, judgment or honesty in
public.
◊ If a parent or supporter has a legitimate
concern, it is raised through the Director
of Co-curricula.
◊ Focus upon the student’s effort
performance rather than the result.
and
◊ While the College warmly encourages the full
and whole-hearted support of parents, you are
reminded that the sports your sons play are
primarily organised for their benefit and
enjoyment.
Coaches
◊ Ensure that all players comply with the Policy
Statement.
◊ Ensure that your own behaviour sets a good
example for the students and parents.
Legend:
CAS
CSDA
GPS ISDA
CIS
IPSHA
NSWCL
Combined Associated Schools of NSW
Catholic Schools Debating Association
Great Public Schools
Independent Schools Debating Association
Combined Independent Schools
Independent Primary School Heads Association
New South Wales Chess League
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Music
Students are involved in concert bands, string
orchestras, jazz and rock ensembles and choir. As a part
of the class programme for Years 3 and 4, every student
learns a string instrument and participates in a string
orchestra. The College has an active programme of
camps, recital evenings and participation in eisteddfods
and all students are encouraged to be fully involved
in the programme. Fees apply for instrumental tuition
other than involvement in the string programme in
Years 3 and 4 or the Brass, Woodwind and Percussion
and Percussion Programme in Year 5.
Music information can be discussed at the Junior School New Parents’ Information Session on the Orientation
Day on Wednesday, 29 October 2014.
Private tuition in Music is available through a large number of tutors who visit the College (an Application
for Instrumental Tuition form will need to be completed and returned to the Music Department). Fees
are payable for private tuition. An Application for Music Co-Curricula form will need to be completed for
students wishing to join an ensemble.
Detailed information can be found in our Instrumental & Co-Curricular Music Programme.
The College has a limited number of instruments for hire. If you have any questions or would like more
information please ring Mrs Eleanor Koh in the Music Department on 9936 5680.
Debating
Year 6 students are trained in debating and may compete in the IPSHA and ISDA competitions. Years 5
and 6 compete in the College in-house debating competitions. Years 4, 5 and 6 also compete in a social
competition held after school, this includes workshops and debates.
Chess
The College Chess Club trains once a week, with eight or more teams competing in inter-school competitions.
Students are taught the basics and shown new skills to improve techniques.
Extension and Enrichment Programme
The Junior School has a wide range of activities to cater for the needs and development of gifted and talented
students. These activities include Drama, English, Mathematics and Science competitions, chess and lateral
thinking groups, debating, Tournament of Minds and a number of Gifted and Talented workshops offered
by the University of NSW and IPSHA (Independent Primary School Heads Association). These programmes
are conducted both during and after school hours.
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Travel Passes
A change in school, including moving from St Aloysius’ Junior School to the Senior School in Year 7, necessitates
a new travel pass. An Application Form for Subsidised Travel and Update of Student Details will need
to be completed and returned to the Registrar. Please note the form has only one part (Part A) and
that an original printout needs to be returned to the Registrar (emailed or faxed versions are not
acceptable). If in doubt as to which mode of transport your son requires, you can ring: Transport infoline: 131 500 (6.00am–10.00pm) 7 days or www.131500.com.au.
The correct information as to bus, train and ferry routes and timetables can be obtained from this number
and website.
For school buses, please use the website: http://www.sydneybuses.info/schools or alternatively contact
your nearest bus depot. The bus depot telephone numbers are:
Brookvale
Burwood
Kingsgrove
Leichhardt
Mona Vale
North Sydney
9941 5816
9582 4444
9582 3015
9582 5950
9997 1257
9245 5260
Port Botany
Randwick
Ryde
Waverley
Willoughby
9582 7614
9298 6711
9941 6814
9298 6623
9941 9214
Private Buses
Forest Coach Lines
TransdevTSL
Veolia
Caringbah 9450 2277
9457 8888
8700 0555
9524 6636
A separate form is required for each leg of the journey and mode of transport, eg if your son will travel
by bus and ferry, then you need to complete two application forms, or if your son will travel by private bus,
or a government bus to catch a train, then you also need two application forms. The afternoon journey
must be the same as the morning journey.
You cannot apply for two modes of transport for the same leg of the journey, ie if you have a CHOICE
between two modes of transport, you may only choose one. So compare timetables. Applications
will be returned to parents if you apply for both. For any activity before or after school, if the normal
mode of transport is not available, your son must pay his fare if travelling by a different route or
different mode of transport. He cannot apply for a travel pass for a different route for these days. If
your son catches a bus other than the one his ticket is programmed for, he must pay the fare.
Ferry applications: Check ferry timetables morning and afternoon. Co-curricular activity often makes the
bus/train option more suitable. To apply, attach a letter of justification to the ferry application form. The
Ministry of Transport takes approx three months to approve or reject ferry applications. Meanwhile, unless
you intend paying the ferry fare, apply for the alternative bus/ferry passes as well.
Note: If you have another son who is a CURRENT 2014 St Aloysius’ College student, his travel pass will
automatically be renewed, so no need to complete a new form for him. However, current St Aloysius’
Year 6 students do need to apply for a new travel pass and information regarding this will be handed out
to them at the College.
If parents live at separate addresses and you wish to apply for travel to both residences, Transport for
NSW requires a copy of the Family Law Court ruling or if the matter has not gone to the Court a statutory
declaration from each parent specifying the time share arrangements for the student (for more information
refer to Additional Instructions - Joint/Dual Custody on the Application form). Otherwise the application will
be rejected by the Ministry of Transport.
Completed and signed application forms need to be sent back to the Registrar by Monday 13 October
2014. If it is left until the Christmas holidays your son’s pass may not be ready for the commencement of
2015. Travel passes will be sent to the College and distributed to the students early in Term I. For the
first few weeks of school in Term I, students can travel without a pass, as often there are processing delays
due to the large number of applications at the beginning of each school year. However, if your son has not
received his pass by mid February, he should carry some money with him in case he needs to pay his fare
until his pass arrives.
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Canteen Procedure
The Junior School canteen operates on Monday,
Wednesday and Friday and is run by Mrs Mary Vevers,
Canteen Manager, with assistance from parent
volunteers. If you wish to volunteer please read the
attached letter and follow the instructions to volunteer
using our online roster system.
Students may purchase directly from the canteen
snacks, cakes and drinks for both morning tea and
lunch. Please refer to the Canteen Menu for a detailed
pricelist. For those who prefer, parents can pre-order on
a daily, weekly or term-by-term basis by accessing our
online ordering system available at: www.flexischools.
com.au. (online ordering is not available for new 2015
students on Orientation Day).
Morning Tea Break:10.15am-10.35am
Lunch Break:1.00pm-1.50pm
12.20pm-1.00pm Friday only, then to College Oval and other venues
for Sport
Students are asked to place their orders for hot food, rolls and sandwiches in the colourful container at
the front of the canteen before 8.30am. Please include money in the lunch order bag and change will be
returned in the bag when applicable.
Special diets are catered for – please see Mrs Mary Vevers for details. Please note that the Junior School
Canteen is nut-free. Special theme days occur throughout the year (eg St Patrick’s Day, Halloween, etc).
All items at the Junior School Canteen conform to NSW Healthy Schools Canteen Guidelines.
Note: Canteen price lists are available from the canteen each term and these may vary in pricing and
offerings.
College Diary
Each student will receive a College diary on the first day of Term I. All major dates are in the diary as well as
general information. The diary is designed to help students organise their homework and study time. In it
they must keep the details of all homework.
The diary must be with students at all times when in the College and must be produced when it is requested.
The College diary serves many purposes:
1. It is the prime means of contact within the College for messages between teachers, Year
Co-ordinators, etc;
2. It is the prime means of contact outside the College for messages between the College, parents and
students;
3. It contains a record of all absences, late notes, etc.
As the diary is readily identified as an official publication of the College, and out of respect for the many
persons who use the diary as a means of communication, it is important that it be maintained in excellent
condition.
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Defacing the diary in any way is not permitted. In particular:
1. No inappropriate pictures are to be stuck into diaries;
2. No graffiti is to appear in diaries.
Messages to teachers can be directed through the diary.
Home Study
Good study habits are not acquired overnight and regular home study is one way of developing a student’s
ability to use his study time constructively. Sound study skills lead to self discipline and organisation. Thus,
the College has developed a policy to ensure there is adequate attention paid to developing these skills. It
is the expectation of the College that all teachers will set homework on a regular basis. The form this will
take may vary according to the skills and content material being assessed at the time.
Each student is issued with a College Diary. In it he must record the day and date for submission of written
homework and for the checking of assigned revision. Parents are encouraged to check the diary and
make comments in the space provided. Homeroom teachers will monitor diary use often and use it to
communicate with parents. The role of parents is an important one. They should see that the student is
working towards setting good home study habits. A quiet, well equipped place, free from interruptions
and distractions, coupled with enough quality time, should be conducive for developing these good habits.
Below is a schedule of approximate daily home study times for various years:
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
30 minutes written work; 15 minutes learning & reading
40 minutes written work; 20 minutes learning & reading
45 minutes written work; 30 minutes learning & reading
50 minutes written work; 30 minutes learning & reading
Absence & Lateness
School starts at 8.35am. Students late to the College must report to the receptionist, Mrs Debby Edwards,
and present their diary for signing. For absences, the College needs to be notified by phone by 9.00am.
Upon return to the College, students must present their homeroom teacher with a written note explaining
their absence.
Phone Messages For Students
Phone messages for students should be for matters of great importance only. Students are allowed to use
the College phone located at reception in case of emergency.
Mobile Phones
The College asks students to minimise valuable items brought to the College to ensure they are not lost or
misappropriated. If students do bring these items to the College, they need to acknowledge responsibility
for them, both in ensuring the manner in which they are used is in keeping with the College’s defined
expectations, and secondly that they take care of those belongings to ensure their safety and security. In
regard to mobile telephones, while we acknowledge the need for students to possess them, as with most
schools they are not to be used during the school day, and will be taken by teachers if seen. It takes only
self discipline and care to place phones on silent or switch them off and access messages at the appropriate
time. Parents can certainly assist in this regard by not telephoning students directly via their personal
mobile phone.
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Liturgies
Parents, relatives and friends are most welcome to attend Junior
School Masses and liturgies. Details appear in the College Diary.
Mass is celebrated daily in the College Chapel in the Senior School
and on Wednesdays at 8.05am in the Junior School Chapel.
Manresa
The use of mobile technology in the College has given rise to a more powerful information source in the
College’s intranet, known as Manresa. It is essential students and parents familiarise themselves with
Manresa and access it regularly as it stores so much relevant material for both Curriculum and Co-curricula
activities and events.
Daily Notices - Manresa Bulletin
Throughout the College Campus there are display
screens which provide daily student news for all year
levels. These may also communicate last minute training
changes. The digital displays are referred to as Manresa
Bulletin.
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School Fees
School fee accounts are emailed prior to the first week of each term. Payment options will be listed on your
statement.
End of Term, 2014
Teaching staff complete the academic year on Friday, 4 December, but administration staff will be available
until Thursday, 18 December. Administration staff will return to the College on Monday, 12 January, 2015.
Junior School parents are asked/advised to contact the Senior School Reception on 9922 1177 during the
holiday period if required.
Map Of College Location
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