Service

Remembrance Day Service

On Tuesday we will be having our Secondary School Remembrance Day Service. At this time we offer our student community an opportunity to reflect on the service of others that have created the society and lifestyle we have today.

Since ancient times the aromatic herb of Rosemary has been believed to have properties to improve the memory. Perhaps because of this, rosemary became an emblem of both fidelity and remembrance.

On Tuesday our Prefects and incoming Yr 12 students will be handing out sprigs of rosemary with the following note to remind students of the historical importance of Remembrance Day.

Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November in most countries to recall the end of hostilities of World War I on that date in 1918. Hostilities formally ended “at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month”.

Each year on this day Australians observe one minute’s silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts.

Yr 7 Service Learning

So far our Yr 7 students have held a fundraising quiz and this week they are having a cake stall to raise funds for Assistance Dogs Australia who will be visiting us very soon to tell us about the role that dogs play in the community, supporting people who need assistance because of illness or disability.

Christmas Giving

As the year comes to a close we will be undertaking our two regular donations drives. Students in Yrs 7 – 9 will be asked to contribute a gift to the Anglicare Toys and Tucker drive.

We seek new toys and non-perishable food for Christmas hampers. Anglicare will pick everything up and take it to the Anglicare warehouse where it’s sorted and packed by teams of volunteers. Food hampers and gift parcels are then distributed to people in need through Anglicare’s emergency relief and family support programs and by local churches.

Students in Yrs 10 and 11 are asked to contribute to the Matthew Talbot Hostel in Woolloomooloo. The Hostel provides accommodation and specialised support to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The service aims to provide immediate support and accommodation for people at the time of crisis as well as facilitate access to other essential services and more permanent housing. These services range from provision of nutritional meals, clothing, showers and basic medical to intensive case management, legal and housing support, specialised health care, advocacy and  providing a safe, welcoming environment for people who are sleeping rough and have experienced trauma. At this time of the year we are seeking donations of new underwear and toiletries.