Headmaster's Reflections

Welcome back to Spring Term. While our Junior and Middle Schools continue to work towards a December school year conclusion, this term marks the change of the school year for all of the students in our Senior School. As a community we need to acknowledge that changing the school year at this time does bring with it extra work and complexity given that we have new Year 12s commencing their units of work, while the Leaving Year 12s who have completed their courses continue to require support as they prepare for their final exams. This is nothing new to Scotch, but our staff need to be congratulated for how they handle this transition period each year. During the week before the end of Autumn Term, I joined 13 boys and Mr Loosemore on the Cape to Cape walk. It was interesting that on return from their break these Year 10s would all be up and running as Year 11s. While I try to keep too much school formality out of such an expedition, I did take the chance to remind these boys that some of the bridges and gaps we crossed while walking would probably seem small compared to the gap between Year 10 and 11. This was not to mention the gentle reminder about the need for increased application.

Last Friday marked one of, if not the most significant rites of passage and traditions at Scotch College - our March Out. This was our way as a whole school to say farewell and thank you to our Year 12s. A College the size of Scotch has limited opportunities to come together as a whole school. Last week's March Out once again proved to be a poignant reminder of how important it is to ensure we retain quality traditions which give meaning to our College and establish just how important the journey through school is for everyone. It is also an important time to recognise that our graduates are ready and in fact need to move onto the next phase of their lives. We were very fortunate to have proof of this in the attendance at senior assembly and march out our 1954 graduates. Our Year 12s were welcomed on Friday as new members of the Old Scotch Collegians; the start of their community for life.

We know that this term will pass by so very quickly. We have already commenced the planning for the full move into our new Middle School environment. We should be very proud of what has been achieved in such a short time and I particularly wish to thank all of the Middle School staff who continued to work without complaint as the complexity of all the supporting facilities was completed.

The boys in all three sub-schools appear to have settled back well into the daily routine of school. As usual I strongly encourage families to get involved with the College and their son(s) programme wherever possible.

Thank you for the support you will no doubt give to your son and the College.

Finally at the start of each year and term I try and remember to encourage boys and their families to come up and just say hello and introduce themselves. Sometimes in a school as large as we are and in the busyness of each term, a new family or a current one may not have had the chance for a one to one chat or catch up. This includes on the beach, in the neighbourhood or anywhere else we may cross paths. It is part of sharing within the context of a wider community.

Here's hoping you all have a great term.

Dr Alec O'Connell

Headmaster

Community and Service

Round Square

This term will see some movement of Year 10 boys heading overseas on Round Square exchanges and the boys on the reciprocal exchanges arriving in Perth and attending Scotch for up to six weeks. While this programme is still developing, a positive start has been made. It is hoped that all boys who applied for exchange will eventually be placed in a Round Square school somewhere overseas before the end of this calendar year.

The diagram below illustrates how the Round Square 'IDEALS' (Internationalism, Democracy, Environment, Adventure, Leadership and Service) complement the existing structure of Curricular and Co-Curricular activities within the College.

The outer circle of 'IDEALS' provides a framework of 'Pillars' that provide focus and structure for the activities we value. Round Square schools around the world all place importance on the IDEALS and Scotch College is almost perfectively aligned with this philosophy of education. Membership of Round Square, while providing additional opportunities for boys - such as exchanges - mostly validates our long-term approach to developing the whole boy in the broadest sense through providing experiences that become the lenses through which boys can view themselves and the world.

Windsor Cinema Fundraising Film Night

Scotch College and Presbyterian Ladies' College, together with the Council of Educational Facility Planners International (CEFPI) are promoting a fundraising event to raise money for the continuation of the Matipwili Trade Training Centre construction. This will be a viewing of the film "Hector and the Search for Happiness" at the Windsor Cinema on Stirling Highway on 13 November.

If you are interested in supporting our long-term development project in Tanzania you can purchase tickets through TryBooking:

http://www.trybooking.com/FYMG

Proceeds from this event with be used to purchase materials needed for the project - already started by students from Scotch and PLC, working alongside Matipwili villagers last July. The project was given a major boost last month through the allocation of AUS$30,000 from the Australian Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. However, much needs to be done and your assistance to improve live opportunities for our partner students in a very poor rural village in Tanzania will be greatly appreciated.

Mr Bill Cordner

Director of Community and Service

Fundraising - Cambodia Community and Service Tour

Scotch College Senior School students participating in the 2014 Cambodia Community and Service Tour will be selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts to raise funds for our project in Soun Sah Village. We plan to provide and install flagpoles (a government requirement), outside tables and seating, as well as play equipment for the primary school. There are two options: a dozen original glazed doughnuts for $21.00 and a dozen classic assorted doughnuts for $25.00. The assorted pack includes: 6 original glazed, 2 chocolate iced, 2 chocolate iced with sprinkles, and 2 strawberry iced. Students may place orders during Week 4: Monday 3 to Friday 7 November, while any parents or community members who would like to place separate orders can contact Kate Gooding by email (KGooding@scotch.wa.edu.au). The doughnuts will be distributed in the Foyer of the Memo Hall after school on Monday, 24 November.

Music Department

"If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music." - Albert Einstein

As we look forward to the Spring Term unfolding, the Music Department will be involved in Orientation programmes, the Presentation Assemblies and Speech Nights, plus the last traditional concert of the year, the Junior and Middle School End of Year Concert. Please note that this event will now be held in the Dickinson Centre on Friday, 31 October at 6.30pm. Several Instrumental Tutors are also holding instrument-specific Soirees as well to enable their own students to perform to each other in front of families. These are always enjoyable events.

The change of the Academic Year, particularly as Year 8 moves in 2015 to be part of Middle School, has enabled potential changes to be made to the co-curricular Music Ensemble Programme. However, specific details are still being worked through because while Senior boys have risen one academic year level, sport requirements haven't changed. This particularly impacts new Year 9 boys who are still participating in Year 8 sport teams and new Year 10 boys who are still playing in Year 9 teams. I appreciate that it takes a couple of days to sort sport commitments and musical ensemble membership and I hope to have any clashes resolved as soon as possible.

Achievements by boys: Joseph Banks (Year 8 2014) successfully sat his Fourth Grade Australian Music Examinations Board Saxophone Exam at the end of last term and followed this a couple of weeks later performing two items in the City of Cockburn Eisteddfod. Firstly, the Under-Fifth-Grade Piano Solo, Joseph achieved a mark of 80 with the second performance, the Under-Fourth-Grade Woodwind Solo achieving a mark of 85 and First Place. For the latter item, Joseph collected two trophies including one for Best Performance of an Australian Composition (Devil May Care by Kerin Bailey).

Congratulations also to Ms Ream who was married during the holidays. We wish her an enjoyable honeymoon and welcome Ms Coleman as acting Head of Woodwind until Week 4.

Upcoming events include:

Monday 20 October, FOSM Ordinary Meeting and AGM, 7.00pm, Senior Music Department

Friday 31 October, Junior and Middle School End of Year Concert, 6.30pm, Dickinson Centre

Many of the events listed above are supported by FOSM. If you would like to join the Friends of Scotch Music (FOSM) - a group of parents who enthusiastically support the work of boys and staff in the Music Department, the process is very straight forward via the FOSM email below. FOSM meets once or twice each term with all meetings beginning at 7.00pm. Meetings go for approximately one hour, and are held in the Senior School Music Room with everyone welcome. Please consider becoming involved in the FOSM Parent Support group as an excellent way to support your son and the Music Programme at Scotch College. The next FOSM Meeting is to be held Monday, 20 October and will include the Annual General Meeting.

Contact Details

The Instrumental Programme is administered by the Senior School Music Department and all queries should be directed to the Music Administrator, Julia Robinson (9383 6841) music@scotch.wa.edu.au. Alternately, please contact Mr David Coughlan, Head of Music, via email DGCoughlan@scotch.wa.edu.au or phone 9383 6842.

If you wish to become more involved in supporting the Music Department by receiving information about the work of FOSM, please contact FOSM@scotch.wa.edu.au.

Mr David Coughlan

Head of Music

Sustainability

Calling all students

If you are interested in what your school may look like in 20 years time, visit the Senior School Library on Thursday, 30 October between 10.00am - 2.30pm. Curtin architectural students will be there displaying their design plans, sketches of proposed learning spaces in the senior school. This would appeal particularly to senior boys or students interested in art, design, architecture, engineering, project management, urban planning and sustainability.

Mr Chris Menagé

Sustainability Coordinator

Uniform Shop

We welcome Andrea Hammond who will be assisting in the Uniform Shop from the commencement of Spring Term.

Year 12 Blazers

The Year 12 blazers have arrived in the Uniform Shop. They are stocked in a selection of youth and men's sizes. There are a limited number of blazers per size. Because of the unknown nature of the overall size of Year 12 boys and to avoid disappointment, it is recommended that you come in for sizing ASAP. We recommend that a parent or guardian accompany the boy when purchasing.

Opening Times

Tuesday 8.00 am - 5.00 pm

Thursday 7.30 am - 11.30 am

Friday 7.30 am - 11.30 am

Early Morning School Soccer Training

Early morning sessions are being conducted by Gerry McEwan at Scotch sports ground. See here for more details.

Staff Movement

NAME	POSITION	LAST DAY
Jan Coffey	Academic Support	26/9/14
Kate Reitzenstein	Modern Languages Teacher	1/9/14
Dave Thomson	Art Technician SS & JS	26/9/14
Anna Couzic	Drama Teacher	29/8/14
Andrew Tibbit	Commerce Teacher	22/8/14
Kate Taylor	Modern Languages Teacher/ Personal Project Supervisor	Will take on role of Personal Project Leader 15/10/14
Peter Freitag	Senior School Teacher	26/9/14
James Cura	Groundsman- Curator	1/8/2014
Alison Page	School Secretary & OSC Admin Assistant	21/8/2014

NAME	POSITION	LAST DAY
Claire Morrison	Psychologist	4/9/14
David Yates	Commerce Teacher	26/9/14
Gabriel Hodgson	MS Teacher	26/9/14
Graeme Bell	Music Teacher	26/9/14
Rowan Knight	EA MS	26/9/14
Peter Freitag	SOSE	26/9/14
Graeme Walter	Maths Teacher	23/9/14
Kaye Turner	Junior School Librarian	26/9/14

Suzanne Ream	Head of Woodwind	LSL	13/10/14 - 7/11/14
Jeanette Weeda	English Teacher	LSL	10/11/14 - 3/4/15
Steve Davey	Science Teacher	LSL	3/11/14 - 5/12/14
Paul Ritchie	Science Teacher	LSL	1/12/14 - 10/12/14
Warwick Norman	JS Teacher Librarian	LSL	30/10/14 - 3/11/2014
Shawn Brogden	Curriculum Leader - Outdoor Education	LSL	8/12/14 - 10/12/14

Katie Frampton	MS Art and Cooking Teacher	13/10/2014
Kate Taylor	Personal Project Leader	13/10/2014
Vicki Ward	Middle School Teacher	13/10/2014

Susie Watterston	School Secretary	10/9/2014
Sue Strizek	Academic Support	13/10/2014
Tory Vidler	Commerce Teacher	13/10/2014
Matthew Lane	Groundsperson - Curator	22/9/2014
Beven Bennell	Goundsperson- Apprenticeship in Turf Management	22/9/2014

Jenny Coleman	Music Teacher	13/10/2014 - 7/11/14
Jane Mills	English Teacher	10/11/14 - 3/4/2015
Sian Angel	MS SOSE/English Teacher	14/10/14 - 3/12/14

	Current role	Additional role	Commencing
Tracey Tyrrell	PA to Director of Teaching and Learning	Administration Assistant - OSC	8/10/14
Elliot Raiter	Sport Coach	Administration Assistant - Sport	13/10/14
Karen Smith	Facilities Management Officer	Accounts Receivable Officer	8/9/14
Nathan Kime	Commerce Teacher	Head of Commerce	22/9/2014
	Previous role	New role	Commencing
Justin Creighton	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Olivia Creagh	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Emma Waters	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Jonathan Tay	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Jo Walden	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Emma Payne	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Toby Robinson	Temp Teacher	Permanent Teacher
Sam Scott	Temp Teacher	OSC Targeted Tuition
Sue Strizek	Temp Teacher	Academic Support

Head of Junior School

Confidence

We define it as "believing in my ability to succeed in various situations, whether it is learning a new skill or gaining experience. Being willing to share my opinions and consider the opinions of others."

We talk a great deal about having a go, about trying hard, about learning from our mistakes. But how often do we consider the important role confidence plays in learning, success and relationships. I have often heard parents say 'I was no good at Mathematics, neither is my child." I am not convinced that ones inability to grasp a concept or skill is genetic.

Mahatma Gandhi said, "Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning."

Acquiring a new skill or understanding a new challenging concept is more dependent on confidence than it is on aptitude. We work to instil in the boys the belief that they can learn. Developing this belief is essential, as much of what we will expose the boys to will be new and will be challenging.

So why is the development of confidence so important at the Junior School age? Surely a 7 year old has time to learn these skills. Going hand in hand with confidence is resilience. Confidence does not guarantee the quick acquisition of a new skill or understanding. One needs to have the confidence and belief in their ability to learn and master a skill or concept and the resilience to keep trying until they have.

We work in partnership with parents to develop the confidence of our boys. Repetition of basic skills assures them that they can learn new skills. The application of these skills assists them in acquiring new understandings. The communication of these understandings allows them to talk, debate and argue what they know and believe. Our goal is to offer a learning journey where skills and talents are nurtured and confidence is developed.

I see in our boys a self-knowledge that they can learn and a willingness to try, as they know they will be supported both at home and at school. This confidence translates into success academically, in the arts and in sport. I am always greatly impressed with the positive attitude of our boys towards all they are presented with. I look forward to following their development as they apply this confidence to their future endeavours.

Mr John Stewart

Head of Junior School

Important Dates to Remember

Date	Event	Location	Time
20 October	Co-curricular activities commence
21 October	Yr 1 Excursion	Kings Park and Botanic Gardens	9:30am - 2:30pm
22 October	Parent Engagement Workshop: Educational Apps on the iPad	Dining Hall Annexe	8:45 - 10:15am
23 October	JPSSA - Bye
24 October	Grandparents Day	MacKellar Hall and Classrooms	11:30am - 3:00pm
30 October	Yr 4 Basketball Carnival	State Basketball Centre	1:00 - 3:00pm
30 October	JPSSA v Christchurch Grammar	Scotch College
31 October	Junior School Orientation Morning	MacKellar Hall	8:20 - 11:15am
31 October	Ice Bucket Challenge	The Gooch	2:00pm
31 October	Junior and Middle School End of Year Concert	Dickinson Centre	6:30pm

Primary Years Programme (PYP)

Collaboration in a PYP school

As part of our ongoing professional development, the Junior School staff are further developing skills in order to enhance collaboration.

Collaboration across the school by all teachers is a requirement of the IB and is highlighted in the IB Standards and Practices:

Collaboration is also highlighted in the learner profile:

• Communicators: They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

On Monday 13 October, Junior School staff participated in a professional development session with Kim Chute that focused on developing the skills to have 'crucial conversations'.

This was followed by a staff meeting that focused on the components that are crucial to support effective collaboration. The following link will take you to an article read and discussed by staff at a recent staff meeting: http://pypchat.wikispaces.com/file/view/So+They+Can+Fly+-+Building+a+Community+of+Learners+copy.pdf

(Please note this link will not work in Safari)

True collaboration cannot happen without making connections and building partnerships, and this is what we strive to achieve at Scotch.

Ms Kathy Derrick

Deputy Head of Junior School - Curriculum

4D News

Year 4D has launched into Term 4 with great eagerness and enthusiasm. The boys began the term with an excursion to Herdsman Lake Wildlife Centre where they learned a great deal about Aboriginal culture and way of life, and developed an increased appreciation for, and awareness of, the natural environment.

At present, we are in the midst of two major projects. The first is the completion of the summative assessment task for our current unit of inquiry, Sharing the Planet, in which the boys are producing an informative and attractive piece of visual literacy designed to communicate how human behaviours have impacted upon the survival of a particular species. Students have chosen to research a species that is of personal interest to them and they are gaining a great deal of further insight through this individualised inquiry.

The second project is rehearsing for our upcoming assembly item performance on Friday October 24 - Grandparents' Day! The 4D boys have once again come up with the story ideas for an original play in which we look forward to performing for our peers, teachers, and of course parents and grandparents. Our story relates closely to our current unit of inquiry, and communicates some of what we have learned about overhunting, habitat loss, habitat degradation, overconsumption, and introduced species. We trust you'll be thoroughly entertained!

Term 4 will surely be an exciting time filled with special school-wide and year level events. We look forward to all of the adventures that await us.

Mr Scott Dickson

Year 4 Teacher

Friendly Schools and Families

Understanding the school's responses to bullying

Bullying situations can be complicated and trying to identify exactly what is happening and why can take time. Punishment alone is unlikely to be effective and may be seen to be using 'bullying to stop bullying'.

The school priority is to stop the bullying and to try to reduce the chance of it happening again.

The key to stopping bullying is getting children to talk about what is happening and decide what to do to make the situation better for everyone. This approach is called the Method of Shared Concern and will be explained in the next edition of this newsletter.

Our whole-school bullying policy provides a statement about how students, teachers, staff and families describe how the school will respond to bullying situations. This policy is available from the school and all families are encouraged to read it.

It is very important for children to have an understanding of behaviours that are expected of them and that these expectations are consistent at school and at home.

Mr Warwick Norman

Friendly Schools and Families Coordinator

Information Learning Technology

Video Conferencing in the Junior School.

The Junior School are pleased to be part of an exciting opportunity to connect with other schools around Australia through video conference. This conference is open to other PYP schools across Australia who are enrolled as part of the Independent Schools & Broadband Technology programme, involved in Transforming the Education Digital Supply Chain (TtEDSC).

Why is video conferencing an exciting medium for learning? It allows us to:

• link directly to people, places and resources we would not normally be able to access
• collaborate easily and regularly with other students, teachers or experts
• give the Junior school boys and interactive learning experience with the real world
• create on going relationships with other schools around Australia and the world.

Our Video Conference session will involve Year 5 boys and staff talking to other PYP schools about our Exhibition journey. The students will be asked to share part of the Exhibition inquiry cycle and then answer questions from schools around Australia.

We look forward to sharing the results of this exciting experience in an upcoming edition of the Thistle.

Ms Amanda Ritchie

ILT Coach

French News

In Term 4, the Year 3 classes will endeavour to make meaningful connections to the How we express ourselves unit of inquiry in the French classroom. We have begun inquiring into La francophonie, an international organisation where French speaking countries and culture are represented. This will enable the boys to recognise that French is spoken in many countries all over the world, including a large proportion of Africa. We will be viewing and studying stories and fables from countries like Senegal, Haiti and Mali. The stories will be a platform for us to delve into different cultures around the world, which have the French language in common.

Madame Edwards

French Specialist

Junior School Resource Centre

Hello from the Library. Below I have put together some words that might inspire those of you out there who are not currently reading as much as they could do:

Reading is an active mental process that improves your concentration and focus:

It makes you use your brain; helping you to reason out things which are unfamiliar to you.

Improves your discipline and memory:

Making time to read is something we all feel that we should do, but few of us schedule book reading time every day. But adding book reading to your daily schedule and sticking to it, improves discipline.

Reading helps to stretch your memory muscles and requires you to remember details, facts and figures, plot lines, themes and characters.

Builds self-esteem and improves creativity:

The more you read, the more knowledgeable you become and with more knowledge comes confidence. More confidence builds self-esteem (I'm sounding like 'The House that Jack Built').

Reading about the diversity of life and exposing yourself to new ideas and more information helps to develop the creative side of the brain and filters innovation into your thinking process.

Reading improves your vocabulary:

When you are reading books, especially challenging ones, you will probably find yourself exposed to many new words. Challenge yourself to incorporate these new words into your vocabulary (hint: make SURE you are using the word in context in order to avoid embarrassment).

Gives you a glimpse into other cultures and places of the world:

Reading gives you an insight into the diversity of ethnicity of people, their customs and their lifestyles. You will develop insights into cultures, different places and their codes of conduct.

Ideally, reading should be split between fiction and nonfiction books. Fiction books for adventure and emotional stimulation, non-fiction books to assist in increasing knowledge and building on prior understandings.

Hopefully this has given you motivation to get your son reading every night. Why not visit the Teacher/Parent Collection and choose a good book for yourself to get stuck into?

Mr Warwick Norman

Junior School Teacher Librarian

Farewell to our Leavers of 2014

Last Friday the whole school witnessed one of Scotch College's great ceremonies. Great, not because it was big and elaborate, but great because it highlighted what our College is all about. It was March Out, essentially the "farewell parade" of our Year 12 boys, or rather our young men. They were our School Leaders, with or without badges. They have watched over the year groups below them and have been our role models via their attitude and actions. They are boys who have invested time and effort into sport, music, drama, academic and co-curricular life of the College. They have run, swum and cheered at Inters, sung loudly at Chapel, worried about exam results, marched proudly at the front of their Houses and performed in the band at Assembly. They are boys who have made strong, enduring friendships and are now about to take it all into the wide world; some to work, some to university, some overseas or interstate. March Out is a great event because of its significance. The recognition by the Year 12s that they had completed something special was obvious too as they shook hands with the Headmaster and their School Captain.

I was impressed with the respect our Middle School boys afforded the leaving Year 12s. I also got a sense that they knew this is where they would be soon enough: receiving a send-off with pipes and drum and the best wishes of two thousand proud parents, teachers and fellow students. Sometimes we get asked, "What does it mean to be a Scotch student?" Observing a March Out answers this question better than most of us could.

Important Events

Outdoor Education features prominently in Middle School this term with Year 6 students travelling to Lancelin on their Surfing Expedition in Weeks 3 and 4. Year 7 boys completing two full days of their Sailing Programme on the river over the course of the term.

In Week 4, Year 7 boys will be involved in an Artist in Residence programme with Rowena Walsh, a prominent Perth landscape and nature artist. Year 7 boys will work on several large collaborative pieces of work focussing on the natural and man-made environment that surrounds Scotch College. The artistic focus will be on colour creation and working with mixed perspectives with the finished product hopefully helping us 'christen' the wall of our new Gallery beneath the new Library.

Year 8 2015 Electives in the Arts and Design Curriculum Areas

Year 7 boys will bring home a set of notes describing the elective opportunities we are offering in the Arts and Design areas for Year 8. Students will have had each course described to them by teachers in these areas and had the chance to ask questions. The notion of electives in the Arts and Design areas is to offer students a chance to pursue an area of interest whilst working on the core common tenets of the curriculum area.

Mr Richard Ledger

Head of Middle School

WSG- Wood, Sand and Galvanised Iron

As the title states, these are the ingredients that make up interesting and exciting Year 6 Design and Technology classes. Boys leave the comfort of their classroom and enter a new and challenging environment - the D & T Workshop. Safety is a priority - once students have completed a 'Safety Induction Worksheet' and signed a 'Safety Agreement' they are allowed to use any tools or equipment. Tasks include making a 'Pen Holder' (wood) and a 'Metal Spinner' (galvanized iron). At Swanbourne Beach students also have the opportunity to work in small groups to build a 'Sand Model Vehicle' based on their own design. Without a doubt this course has one thing in common with all other classes taught at Scotch - it prepares boys for life.

Mr Michael Hess

Middle School D&T Teacher

Important Dates in Middle School Spring Term

Mon 20 Oct	Year 6 & 7 2015 Orientation Day
Tue 21 Oct	Year 8 2015 Orientation Day
Wed 22 Oct	7M Sailing Programme
Thu 23 Oct	7M Sailing Programme
Mon 27 Oct	6GB Surfing Expedition to Lancelin Departs 7L & 7T Zoo Excursion 9.00am - 3.15pm
Wed 29 Oct	6C Surfing Expedition to Lancelin Departs 6GB Surfing Expedition Returns 7W & 7G Zoo Excursion 9.00am - 3.15pm
Thu 30 Oct	7PG & 7M Zoo Excursion 9.00am - 3.15pm
Fri 31 Oct	MS Assembly 6C Surfing Expedition Returns JS/MS End of Year Music Concert in the DC 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Mon 3 Nov	6O Surfing Expedition to Lancelin Departs
Wed 5 Nov	6B Surfing Expedition to Lancelin Departs 6O Surfing Expedition Returns
Fri 7 Nov	6B Surfing Expedition Returns
Mon 10 Nov	7L Sailing Programme
Tue 11 Nov	7L Sailing Programme
Wed 12 Nov	7T Sailing Programme
Thu 13 Nov	7T Sailing Programme
Fri 14 Nov	MS Assembly
Mon 17 Nov	7W Sailing Programme
Tue 18 Nov	7W Sailing Programme
Tue 25 Nov	7G Sailing Programme
Wed 26 Nov	7G Sailing Programme
Fri 28 Nov	Final MS Assembly - Presentations
Thu 4 Dec	Spring Term for Middle School Concludes MS Speech Night, DC 6.30pm - 8.00pm

Student Achievements

Congratulations to Lewis Orr 7G who was awarded "Highly Commended" for two of his poems; The Orchestra and Regret in the Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Awards.

Congratulations to Charlie Castleden 7G who won the ICEA Surfing Competition for his age group.

Congratulations to Toby Dew 6GB who secured the title for the second year in a row of Under 13 "State Mountain Bike Champion" (at the age of 11) in Margaret River on 28 September.

Congratulations to Jack Taylor 7G who was named the State winner of the National History Challenge.

Congratulations to Damian Haynes 6B who entered a design competition for Oz Boardies and had one of his designs chosen.

Congratulations to Blake Costello 7G and Nathan Thomas 7PG who have been selected for the U14 State Basketball team to compete in Victoria in January.

2014 UNSW English Competition

Year 6

Will Reeves	High Distinction
William Steinberg	High Distinction
Lachlan Norcott	Distinction
Julian Kyriakou	Distinction
Adam Darley	Credit
Giancarlo Kain	Credit
Ethan Lamb	Credit
George Lewin	Credit

Year 7

Jack Adams	High Distinction
Lewis Orr	High Distinction
Thomas Hodge	Distinction
Jock Mactier	Distinction
Kobey Rafferty	Distinction
Jack Taylor	Distinction
Max Vaughan	Credit
James Jenour	Credit

2014 Australian Mathematics Competition

Year 6

William Steinberg	Prize Awarded - Top 0.3% and Prudence Award for the top student who achieved the most consecutive correct answers in the whole school. Well done William!
Rory Bruce	Distinction
Will Reeves	Distinction
Giancarlo Kain	Distinction

Year 7

James Jenour	High Distinction
Thomas Hodge	High Distinction
Alistair Watters	High Distinction
Jack Taylor	High Distinction
Matthew Dean	Distinction
Jack Adams	Distinction
Liam Newport	Distinction
Jack Jagger	Distinction
Lewis Orr	Distinction
Edward Hopkins	Distinction
Joshua O'Dea	Distinction
Lucas Triglavcanin	Distinction
Jamie Coulson	Distinction

Excellence Awards

7.2M	Will Craig	For always keeping a high standard of personal achievement.
7.2M	Josh Law	For listening well in class and showing great independence.
7.6G	Ben Olson	For working consistently and excellent organisation and time management.
7.3L	Rupert Currie	For responsible completion of House Senior duties.
7.4T	Will Coutts	For responsible completion of House Senior duties.
7.5W	Sam Johnston	For responsible completion of House Senior duties.
7.5W	Jed Hood	For responsible completion of House Senior duties.
6.1GB	Aidan Sweeney	For the impressive efforts he applies to all tasks. He strives for his personal best at all times.
6.1GB	Casey Lawrence	For approaching all work with a quiet and industrious demeanour. He aims for his personal best every time.
6.2C	John Simpson	For his committed approach to all English activities and homework. His work ethic serves as a role model for others.
6.2C	Joshua Keatch	For achieving 30 Award Cards.
6.2C	Marc McCormack	For achieving 15 Award Cards.
6.3O	Ben Woodley	For consistently demonstrating exceptional manners and always showing respect to others.
6.4B	Sebastian Cunningham	For being a caring and positive member of our class.
6.4B	Tom Kinnaird	For consistently working to his personal best on the tasks set for him.
6.4B	Ivan Munoz-Morillo	For his positive attitude towards his learning.

Spring Term marks the beginning of the new academic year for all boys in the Senior School. The commencement of a new year brings with it a sense of anticipation - new goals and new opportunities. Boys in Year 11 spent time thinking about the year ahead in a two-day conference that included sessions in study skills, leadership, goal setting and achieving balance. The new Year 12s commenced their two day conference today (Monday, 19 October) with an opening keynote address delivered by Adam Gilchrist. Adam shared stories of his own journey and spoke to the boys about leadership, attitude and positive mindsets. It was a timely reminder of the opportunities that lie ahead in Year 12 and beyond and the importance of approaching this time with optimism and attention to detail.

While boys in Years 8 to 11 were thinking about the academic year ahead, our graduating Year 12 boys were reflecting on the year just passed. Our final assembly with the graduating Year 12 boys was very much a celebration of their achievements and contribution. The assembly included two guests, Sergeant Kierath from the Australian Defence Force and president of the OSC, Michael Silbert. Sergeant Kierath gave an inspiring speech about leadership before presenting the Long Tan Award for Leadership to Riley Aitken (Year 12, Cameron) and Denver Quantrill (Year 10, Shearer). Mr Silbert welcomed all boys in Year 12 to the Old Scotch Collegians. He encouraged all boys to be true to themselves; rather than be like their heroes, be heroic versions of themself.

The assembly was followed with House meetings where the boys in each House thanked and wished their respective Year 12s well for the examinations and their future pathways. The highlight of the day was easily the March Out in front of the Gooch Pavilion. To watch the whole Senior School march past a large crowd of parents, extended family, friends and staff to the sound of pipes and drums always creates a sense of tremendous pride. To watch our Year 12s lead the School for the last time made for an emotional and memorable occasion for all in attendance.

Following the March Out, approximately forty Year 12 boys made their way into the Junior School to spend time with all boys in Year 2. In addition to time spent playing games and sharing a barbecue lunch with the Year 2s, all boys in Year 2 and Year 12 placed an item into a time capsule. The time capsule will be opened at the Year 12s' ten-year reunion in 2024, the same year our current Year 2s will be in Year 12. This will be a wonderful occasion where boys in both year groups will be able to reflect on how much they have developed and consider where the next ten years will take them.

Dr Rob McEwan

Head of Senior School

Boys' Achievements

Lachlan Meston (Year 9, Ross) was selected in the U/13 State hockey team as goalie and competed in the national tournament in Adelaide during the holidays (4 - 11 October).

Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award from ADF

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader community and who display strong values, such as doing one's best, respect for others and "mateship", that are integral to Australian society.

The establishment of the ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards is an important initiative by the Australian Government designed to encourage senior students, tomorrow's leaders, to actively participate in the life of their schools and local communities.

The winners of this prestigious award for 2014 are:

Denver Quantrill (Year 10, Shearer)

Riley Aitken (Year 12, Cameron)

Athletics Medallions 2014:

U/14: Joshua Hook (Year 8, Brisbane)

U/15: Callum Jacobsen (Year 9, St Andrews)

U/16: Alex Crump (Year 10, Shearer)

U/17: Harry Sinclair (Year 11, Keys)

Open: Kelvin Wang (Year 12 Ross)

Leadership Positions

Debating Positions for 2015:

Captain of Debating Mac Hanlin Stuart

Vice Captain of Debating William Goyder Ross

Music Position for 2015:

Captain of Music Stuart McCowan Ferguson

Pipe Band Positions for 2015:

Pipe Major Dylan Flecker St Andrews

Drum Major Marshall Barrymore Brisbane

Duke of Edinburgh Award

All students are reminded of the opportunity to complete the Duke of Edinburgh award while at Scotch College. Students who are already in the process of completing the award are reminded that Mr Kyle is available to assist them every Thursday at lunchtime in M13.

Ryder Ethelston (Year 12, Anderson)

Ryder Ethelston has achieved his Gold Award in what was already going to be a very busy year for him. This is a rare achievement and displays a remarkable dedication to the award and his own personal development. Ryder will be presented with his Gold Award by Western Australia's new Governor, Kerry Sanderson, at a service at Government House in the new year.

Ryder's Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award involved numerous highlights including:

Taking up Basketball and in a very short period of time to then become captain of the College's First Basketball Team and also be awarded the Most Valuable Player for the season.

He willingly supported others by serving as a Peer Tutor in The Residence.

Developing empathy and dedication to helping others through a trip to Cambodia where he took part in service programmes, learnt about the terror of the Pol Pot reign, and took part in the rice harvest.

Ryder also enhanced his horsemanship skills while on a number of riding trips in the eastern states.

Ryder's achievement is quite remarkable and the value of attaining such an award at such a high level is summed up in a quote from Ryder.

I have had to take risks and live outside my comfort zone, adapt quickly to the needs of other people and push myself to complete tasks even when I was tired. The resilience I have gained through perseverance, along with the respect and even gratitude of other people has been humbling and rewarding. All in all the experiences I have had through working towards my Gold Duke of Edinburgh award has been incredibly rewarding and helped develop me as a person.

Mr David Kyle

Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator

Colours and Honours Winter Term

Athletics Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Athletics in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year		House	Previous Colours
Andrew	Burvill	9		Shearer	Athletics 13
Callum	Jacobsen	9		St Andrews	Athletics 13
Chase	Deitner	10		Anderson	Cross Country 13
Lucas	Baker	11		Alexander	Cross Country 11 12 Football 14
Josh	Bennett	11		Brisbane	Athletics 13 Acad W'shop Football 14
Alex	Brown	11		Cameron	Cross Country 13
Samuel	Daisley	11		St Andrews	Debating 12
Matthew	Inman	11		Keys	Football 14
Bomber	Markwell	11		St Andrews	Rugby 14
Ben	Reid	11		Ross	Basketball 14
Harry	Sinclair	11		Keys	Athletics 11 12 Comm Serv Football Rowing 14
Grant	Szalek	11		Ross	Athletics 12
Jacob	Coulson	12		Shearer	Waterpolo 12 13 14 Swimming 14
Ryder	Ethelston	12		Anderson	Athletics 12 Basketball 14 Comm Serv 13 Rugby 13 14
Jackson	Fong	12		Shearer	Athletics 13 Football 13 14
Charlie	Grant	12		Shearer	Waterpolo 12 13 14 Athletics Comm Serv Rugby 13 Rugby Swimming 14
Reece	Grant	12		Shearer	Waterpolo 12 13 14 Comm Serv Rugby 13 Rugby Swimming 14
Jordan	Lee	12		Ferguson	Athletics 13 Rugby Rowing 13 14
Ryan	Murphy	12		St Andrews	Football 12 13 14 Athletics 13
Kyle	Newman	12		Stuart	Cross Country 10 11 12 13 14
Kalle	Palmer	12		Shearer	Athletics Comm Serv 13 Basketball 14
Kelvin	Wang	12		Ross	Soccer 12 13 14 Athletics 13 Basketball 14
Harry	Wiffen	12		Anderson	Pipe Band Cross Country 12 13 Athletics Comm Serv Cross Country 14
New Colours
Joshua	Hook	8		Brisbane
Sean	Szalek	8		Ross
Tom	McLeod	12		Stuart

Academic Workshop (Peer Tutoring) Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Academic Workshop in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year		House	Previous Colours
Josh	Bennett	11		Brisbane	Athletics 13 Football 14
Matthew	Verryn	11		Alexander	Hockey 13 14
New Colours
Harrison	Gardiner	11		Keys
Jarrod	Pyne	11		Alexander

Chess Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Chess in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year		House	Previous Colours
Lewis	Weeda	9		Shearer	Debating 13
New Colours
Luke	Henderson	9		Ferguson
Jeremy	Quinlivan	11		Ferguson
Macdara	Twomey	12		Brisbane

Community Service Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Community Service in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Sam	Bloodworth	12	Ross	Cross Country 11 Hockey 13 14
New Colours
Austin	Cornelius	12	Brisbane
Charles	Finn	12	Cameron

Debating (Public Speaking) Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Debating (Public Speaking) in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year		House	Previous Colours
Samuel	Daisley	11		St Andrews	Debating 12 Athletics 14
William	Goyder	11		Ross	Drama 13
Mac	Hanlin	11		Stuart	Debating 12 13 Cricket Rugby 14
David	Honey	11		Ross	Debating 12
Micky	Mallawarachi	11		Cameron	Debating 12
Samuel	Wilson	11		Shearer	Comm Serv Volleyball 14
Matthew	Nixon	12		Ferguson	Cross Country 14
Julian	Sanders	12		Anderson	Debating Music/Ens Rugby 13 Comm Serv 14
James	Simpson	12		Anderson	Comm Serv 13
Nick	Steinepreis	12		Cameron	Pipe Band 13 Comm Serv 14
New Colours
James	Abernethy	11		Ross

Drama Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Drama in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Charlie	Mills	10	Stuart	Debating 12 13
Marshall	Barrymore	11	Brisbane	Drama Pipe Band 13
Oliver	Heath	11	Cameron	Debating 12
Cameron	McIntosh	11	St Andrews	Drama 13
Lewis	Buchanan	12	Anderson	Pipe Band Rugby 13 Comm Serv 14
Tom	D'Arcy	12	Keys	Drama 13
Matthew	Kirkby	12	Ross	Drama 12 13 Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13
Harrison	Langsford	12	Alexander	Drama 13
Fraser	Murray	12	Brisbane	Drama Rugby 13 Volleyball 14
Matthew	Nixon	12	Ferguson	Cross Country Debating 14
Harrison	Shepherd	12	Alexander	Drama 13
Ralph	Thompson	12	Alexander	Sailing 10 Comm Serv Drama 13
Harry	Wiffen	12	Anderson	Pipe Band Cross Country 12 13 Comm Serv Cross Country 14
New Colours
Angus	Grant	10	Brisbane
Sean	Kilpa	12	Cameron

Music Ensemble Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Music Ensemble in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Harry	Adler	11	Ferguson	Waterpolo 14
William	Goyder	11	Ross	Drama 13 Debating 14
David	Graham	11	Alexander	Pipe Band 13
Mac	Hanlin	11	Stuart	Debating 12 13 14 Cricket Rugby 14
Connor	Henderson	11	Ferguson	Comm Serv 14
Robert	Bartlett	12	Shearer	Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Water Polo 13 14 Comm Serv Leadership 14
Matthew	Kirkby	12	Ross	Drama 12 13 14 Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13
Patrick	Mitchell	12	Brisbane	Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Comm Serv Leadership 14
Nicolas	Olivares	12	St Andrews	Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Leadership 14
Julian	Sanders	12	Anderson	Debating Music/Ens Rugby 13 Comm Serv Debating Leadership 14
New Colours
Mark	Barwood	11	St Andrews
Vaughan	Chin	11	Ferguson
Hamish	de la Hunty	11	Shearer
Sam	Devine	11	St Andrews
Connor	Gilbert	11	Cameron
Frank	Lee	11	Brisbane
Stuart	McCowan	11	Ferguson
Samuel	Zani	11	Ferguson
Matthew	Grey	12	Cameron

Music (Chamber) Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Music (Chamber) in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Harry	Adler	11	Ferguson	Music Ens Waterpolo 14
Vaughan	Chin	11	Ferguson	Music Ens 14
Hamish	de la Hunty	11	Shearer	Music Ens 14
William	Goyder	11	Ross	Drama 13 Debating Music Ens 14
Mac	Hanlin	11	Stuart	Debating 12 13 14 Cricket Music Ens Rugby 14
Connor	Henderson	11	Ferguson	Comm Serv Music Ens 14
Stuart	McCowan	11	Ferguson	Music Ens 14
Matthew	Kirkby	12	Ross	Drama 12 13 14 Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13
Patrick	Mitchell	12	Brisbane	Music Ens 13 14 Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Comm Serv Leadership 14

Music (Jazz/Contemporary) Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Music (Jazz/Contemporary) in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Harry	Adler	11	Ferguson	Music Ens Music Chamber Waterpolo 14
William	Goyder	11	Ross	Drama 13 Debating Music Ens Music Chamber 14
Stuart	McCowan	11	Ferguson	Music Ens Music Chamber 14
Nicolas	Olivares	12	St Andrews	Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Leadership Music Ens 14

Pipe Band Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Pipe Band in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname			Year	House	Previous Colours
Marshall	Barrymore			11	Brisbane	Drama 13 14 Pipe Band 13
Hayden	Donnelly			11	Shearer	Pipe Band 13
Lachlan	Duke			11	Stuart	Pipe Band 13
Dylan	Flecker			11	St Andrews	Pipe Band 13 Comm Serv Cross Country 14
David	Graham			11	Alexander	Pipe Band 13 Music Ens 14
Oliver	Heath			11	Cameron	Debating 12 Drama 14
Finn	Hombergen			11	Alexander	Basketball 14
Charlie	Tesser			11	Ferguson	Pipe Band 13
Riley	Aitken			12	Cameron	Pipe Band 12 13 Basketball Comm Serv Cross Country Leadership 14
Lewis	Buchanan			12	Anderson	Pipe Band Rugby 13 Comm Serv Drama 14
Erlend	Cross			12	Shearer	Comm Serv Pipe Band 13 Volleyball 13 14
Oliver	Pope			12	Keys	Leadership 14
Nick	Steinepreis			12	Cameron	Pipe Band 13 Comm Serv Debating Leadership 14
Harry	Washington			12	Keys	Pipe Band 12 13
Harry	Wiffen			12	Anderson	Pipe Band Cross Country 12 13 Comm Serv Cross Country Drama Leadership 14
Kayle	Worth			12	Stuart	Badminton 14
New Colours
Hamish	Sheridan			10	Ross
Harry	Hoft			12	Ross
Rob	Steadman			12	Keys
Honours
Riley	Aitken			12	Cameron

Riley Aitken - Pipe Band Honours

Riley Aitken joined the Pipe Band in 2010, and was playing at public performances within 19 months. He became a member of the 'A Team' in 2013 and has now completed two years in this team when normally most boys only perform in the A Team in their final year at Scotch.

Riley has participated in 52 Pipe Band engagements and 12 as a soloist. He has performed as a soloist on several occasions, many at important community events. He performs all solos and duets within the band. Riley has had a 100 per cent attendance rate, which is an outstanding effort given significant rehearsal schedule the band maintains throughout the year.

Riley's piping is of a very high standard. He is graded Intermediate in the Australian Pipe Band College. He is performing pieces of advanced time signatures, which far exceed what is expected of a member of a school Pipe Band. Recently Riley was afforded the honour of being one of the first Pipers to play for the City of Perth's Dawn Service on ANZAC Day in Kings Park and acquitted himself extremely well.

Riley consistently exceeds expectations both as a piper and as a young man with tremendous integrity and generosity. He has been an outstanding Pipe Major who has led by example. He initiates and takes responsibility for those around him and offers, without hesitation, to assist, complete a task or perform a role in any capacity for the benefit of the Pipe Band. A young man of the highest calibre, Riley has been an exemplary role model and a thoroughly deserving recipient of Honours.

Rugby Colours Winter 2014

New Colours
Preferred	Surname	Year	House
Fergus	Walsh	12	Alexander

Surfing Colours Winter 2014

New Colours
Preferred	Surname	Year	House
Jacob	Grimes	12	Ross

Leadership Colours Winter 2014

The following boys are awarded Colours for Leadership in 2014 and have previously received Colours.

Preferred	Surname	Year	House	Previous Colours
Riley	Aitken	12	Cameron	Pipe Band 12 13 Basketball Comm Serv Cross Country 14
Robert	Bartlett	12	Shearer	Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Water Polo 13 14 Comm Serv 14
Charlie	Benson	12	Ross	Cross Country 11 Comm Serv 12 Tennis 14
Vincent	Carter	12	Keys	Rugby 13
Daniel	Coughlan	12	Alexander	Cricket 13 14 Football 14
Jackson	Fong	12	Shearer	Athletics Football 13 14
Charlie	Grant	12	Shearer	Waterpolo 12 13 14 Athletics Comm Serv Rugby 13 Athletics Rugby Swimming 14
Reece	Grant	12	Shearer	Waterpolo 12 13 14 Comm Serv Rugby 13 Athletics Rugby Swimming 14
Oscar	Jungstedt	12	Brisbane	Athletics Comm Serv 13 Soccer 14
Harrison	Langsford	12	Alexander	Drama 13 14 Pipe Band 13
Matthew	Mann	12	St Andrews	Rowing 14
Tom	McLeod	12	Stuart	Athletics 14
Mitchell	McTavish	12	Ross	Badminton 14
Patrick	Mitchell	12	Brisbane	Music/Ens Music-Jazz/Cont 13 Comm Serv 14
Matthew	Nixon	12	Ferguson	Cross Country Debating Drama 14
Nicolas	Olivares	12	St Andrews	Music-Jazz/Cont 13
Lach	Pethick	12	Alexander	Waterpolo 12 13 14
Julian	Sanders	12	Anderson	Debating Music/Ens Rugby 13 Comm Serv Debating 14
James	Simpson	12	Anderson	Comm Serv 13 Debating 14
Nick	Steinepreis	12	Cameron	Pipe Band 13 Comm Serv Debating 14
Jack	Varney	12	Stuart	Academic W'shop Cross Country 13 Rowing 14
James	Walsh	12	St Andrews	Rowing Rugby 13
Harry	Wiffen	12	Anderson	Pipe Band Cross Country 12 13 Comm Serv Cross Country Drama 14
New Colours
James	Locke	12	Ferguson
Oliver	Pope	12	Keys

Careers Information

University Information

Notre Dame University

Notre Dame University is still accepting applications for Semester 1, 2015. Applications can be made directly to the university and do not incur an application or late fee. Please contact the Prospective Students Office on 9433 0533 to make an appointment for a campus tour, to receive course and application advice or to be sent an application pack. Application forms are also available from Mr Frusher at Scotch.

Notre Dame also offers alternative entry programmes to undergraduate studies at Notre Dame. These course is available to students who did not reach the minimum entrance score for university in their ATAR and also to students who completed Year 12 but did not undertake ATAR subjects.

Foundation Year

A one-year bridging course that builds the confidence and skills required to successfully undertake university study.

Notre Dame Tertiary Enabling Programme

A full-time, thirteen week (one semester) alternative entry program that is available each semester.

For further information contact Notre Dame University.

Career Pathways in the Outdoors Industry

Do you have aspiring students wanting to get involved in the outdoors industry or considering Tertiary Studies in Outdoor Education or Recreation?

Notre Dame University and La Trobe University are presenting an insight into tertiary pathway's aimed specifically at giving students a look into this unique and rewarding industry. This event is aimed at year 10, 11 and 12 students who have an interest in the outdoors.

This information session is taking place at 5pm on Thursday, 23 October at the St Hilda's Anglican School staff room and is sponsored by Mainpeak and Outdoors WA.

Don't forget immediately following the student information session Brendon Munge from La Trobe University is presenting a professional development research event examining a number of research topics such as Bushwalking search and rescue - Lessons to learn from recent events; Nature and scope of Outdoor Education in WA, A student's decision to follow an Outdoor Education pathway: The influence of family, teachers and a desire to make a difference and Field work pedagogy: What makes it unique. This session starts at 6.30 pm

To book your place or if you have any further enquiries please e-mail outdoored@sthildas.wa.edu.au.

Curtin University Twilight Tours

Gain a glimpse of the Curtin campus by attending a Twilight Tour. Twilight Tours are for interested prospective students to gain a glimpse of the Curtin campus and facilities after hours. To provide an insight into studying at Curtin our Student Ambassadors will show attendees some of their favourite spots on campus as well as where they study and take classes. Prospective Student Advisors will be on hand to provide advice and answer questions about applying to Curtin.

Date: Wednesday 22 October 2014

Wednesday 12 November 2014

Wednesday 10 December 2014

Time: 5.30 - 7.00 pm

Location: Angazi Court Precinct (opposite Building 408)

Curtin University

Kent Street, Bentley, WA

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Free Student Exchange Information Evening in Perth

Hear from returned students, find out more about discounts and scholarships available and have your questions answered.

Wednesday, 15 October - 7.30pm

The Kings Perth Hotel

517-525 Hay Street

PERTH

Visit http://studentexchange.org.au/ or call 1300 135 331 for more information.

Year 12 WACE Examinations

All students who have enrolled to sit WACE examinations have received a personalised timetable which is to be taken to every written examination as proof of identity. I have suggested that this document remain in the student's blazer pocket as blazers must be worn to all examinations - parents can assist with a gentle reminder before leaving home for each examination. If this document is misplaced students need to go to student services 30 minutes prior to the examination to get a replacement copy.

Sickness/Misadventure Application Form

WACE Examinations: 2014

Before completing a Sickness/Misadventure Application form please read the following information carefully:

• Has your performance in a WACE examination been affected by a temporary sickness, non-permanent disability or unforeseen misadventure suffered immediately before or during the examination period? (For Physical Education Studies and Dance practical candidates this includes a severe injury sustained after the start of Winter Term, but still existing during the practical examinations.)
• Were you prevented from attending an examination due to sickness and/or misadventure?
• If you answered YES to either, or both, of these questions then you should complete this form. The circumstances must have been beyond your usual control. A claim cannot be made for courses entered as a private candidate.

If your difficulties in sitting the WACE examination are the result of any of the reasons listed below, then your circumstances fall outside the Authority's policy and guidelines for sickness/misadventure.

• Difficulties in preparation or loss of preparation time - for example, as a result of sickness during Year 12 unless in the two weeks prior to your first written examination
• Alleged deficiencies in tuition
• Long-term illness such as asthma and epilepsy - unless you have suffered an acute episode of your illness during the examination period
• The same grounds for which you received special examination provision - unless you experienced additional difficulties during an examination session
• Misreading the examination timetable
• Misreading examination instructions
• Events related to your school assessment in a course
• Attendance at a sporting or cultural event during a written examination.

Refer to the on-line Year 12 Information Handbook 2014 for further details.

If the application is accepted then the procedure is for the Authority to calculate an examination mark using your school assessment as a basis. The higher of the actual examination mark and the calculated examination mark becomes the examination mark that is given to you for that examination.

Completion of the form:

Section A: Applicant details: All parts of this section must be completed by the candidate.

Section B: Course details: This section, including the insert, to be completed by the candidate personally.

Section C: Misadventure evidence (non-medical): This section should be completed by a person not related to the candidate, who is a witness to the misadventure, eg, attending police officer.

Section D: Medical evidence: This section must be completed by the medical practitioner or registered health professional, if the application is on medical or psychological grounds.

Section E: Sickness categories: An essential reference for the medical practitioner/health professional.

Acknowledgement: You must complete the name and address section. The Authority will return the acknowledgement, signed and dated, upon receipt of the application. You should retain the returned acknowledgement as proof that your application has been received. The completed form and any supporting documentation must be received by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority, PO Box 816 Cannington 6987, no later than 4.00pm on Tuesday 25 November 2014. Applications related to only the practical examination can be submitted immediately following that examination.

Envelopes should be marked Confidential - Attention Carolyn Hackett. All applications should be submitted immediately following the last examination. Late forms will not be accepted.

Declaration:

I declare that, to the best of my knowledge, all the information given on this form (and attachments) is correct.

I authorise the School Curriculum and Standards Authority to discuss this application with any person who has signed this form or attachment.

Signature of applicant: .................................................................................................... Date:........................................

Signature of parent/guardian (if applicable): .............................................................. Date: ........................................

See Mr Frusher at Scotch for Sickness/Misadventure forms and any additional information required.

Academic Task Force

Need Help at School?

Join our WACE Help Weekend Classes & Master Classes or Middle School Saturday classes.

Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Saturday Classes: Starting 18 October.

Experienced teachers work with students to build their skills and understanding in Maths and English in a small group setting. Students can enrol at any point during the Term.

Year 11 and 12 Master Classes: Starting the week beginning 13 October.

Year 11 and 12 WACE Help Weekend Classes: Starting 18 October.

Final Exam Boost

Learn how to achieve maximum marks.

Small group sessions allow you to ask questions, get individual support and strengthen your understanding.

Venues: Churchlands SHS, Rossmoyne SHS, Perth Modern School and our Applecross Office.

Enrol Now: www.academictaskforce.com.au

Email: learn@academictaskforce.com.au

Phone: (08) 9314 9500

Mr Peter Frusher

Careers Adviser

Year 8 Family Picnic

Come and join us for a day of fun!

When: Sunday, October 26th

Time: 11.00 am to 14.30 pm

Where: Matilda Bay, at 3 Hackett Dr, Crawley, WA 6009.

Look out for the gold & maroon balloons, which will be located in the vicinity of the Matilda Bay Restaurant. Please BYO picnic, beverage and a rug/chairs to sit on.

We hope to see you all there

Warmest regards

Year 8 Reps

Natasha, Paula, Linda, Lucy and Darla

Parents' Association

Fathers' Forum Event - 30 October, 2014

All parents and boys are invited to attend a special presentation by Mr Bill Beament at the Fathers' Forum Event on Thursday evening, October 30. Mr Beament is the Managing Director of Northern Star Resoures Limited and he will talk about his life in the WA gold mining industry and the growth of Northern Star. The address will be of great interest to boys (and girls) considering a career in the mining industry and to parents with an interest in mining, investment and corporate growth stories. Tickets cost $10 for adults (students no charge) and are available by visiting the Scotch College website www.scotch.wa.edu.au and clicking on the 'Book a Scotch College event' icon. Organiser is Brian O'Donnell at parentsassoc@scotch.wa.edu.au

AGM - Tuesday, 28 October, 2014

We would like to extend an invitation to all Scotch College parents to attend our 45th Annual General Meeting in the Scotch College Dining Room on Tuesday evening, 28 October. The Headmaster, Dr Alec O'Connell, and Kate Quinn, Director of Marketing and Business Development, will attend the meeting. Refreshments will be served at 7pm, with the meeting to start at 7.45pm. To register your attendance, please contact PA Secretary, Sharon Burvill at parentsassoc@scotch.wa.edu.au

Parent Ball - Saturday, 14 March, 2015

Save the date - Saturday 14 March 2015 - for this gala event for all Scotch parents, held every two years.

Year 10 Parent Dinner

Thank you to the 97 parents who attended the Chinese Banquet dinner at the Shun Fung Restaurant on September 19. The evening was most enjoyable and was a great way for Year 10 parents to celebrate the completion of their sons' personal projects for Year 10.

Funding Requests

Thank you to the parents who attended our 'Open" meeting on September 16. At this meeting we approved funding for the Music Department to upgrade its current stock of musical equipment, including the purchase of a tuba, a concert bass drum and some percussion equipment. At our October 14 meeting, we approved funding towards the purchase of a new electronic score board for the basketball court.

Michelle Barrow

President

Parents' Association

Mothers' Auxiliary

Social Tennis Morning Thursday 23 October, 2014

9.00am -12.30 with lunch following at Dalkeith Tennis Club. There are still have a few places available, to book please visit the Scotch College website www.scotch.wa.edu.au and click on "Book a Scotch College Event"

March Out

Thank you to all the parents who assisted with the wonderful morning tea, enjoyable Year 12 parents' Luncheon and the donation of beautiful Spring flowers for the parents' celebration, all culminating in a succesful day.

Next Mothers' Auxiliary meeting

Our next meeting is 27 October at 9am in the Dining Room Annexe.

All Year 12 Parents are invited to Morning Tea as a farewell thank you for all their help.

Ucoming Events

24 October - JS Grandparents Day

24 October - Year 9 - Lunch at Boulevard Hotel, Floreat

Clair Stanley

President

Mothers' Auxiliary