To our Sacred Heart Community
Remembrance Day
On Thursday, students and staff on both campuses gathered to commemorate Remembrance Day. The ceremony recognised First Nations people who fought and died for their country.
It is hard to comprehend but this occurred at a time in Australia’s history where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders were not yet classified as citizens, proving we still have a long way to go with the process of reconciliation. Listening to the poem “In Flanders Fields” was a timely reminder of the devastation of war and the sacrifice of so many, and the “Ode of Remembrance” and the “Last Post” provided a moment of reflection and silence.
Thank you to those who participated in the ceremonies. To those in our community who continue to be affected by war, our thoughts are with you.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning…
We will remember them.
Curriculum Extension Activities Nominations 2022
Sacred Heart College offers a broad Curriculum Extension Activities Program giving our students the opportunity to participate in a range of sports, music and clubs. Participation in these activities provides a great opportunity for students to be more connected to the College, whilst pursuing a passion or learning a new skill. It also provides teachers and parents/caregivers to form partnerships in the education of our students.
Nominations for sports, music & clubs are now open and must be completed Tuesday 30 November, any late nominations may not guarantee placement in a team. Online Nominations are to be submitted via the College website (https://www.shc.sa.edu.au/learning/co-curricular/) and students are encouraged to read the Sports Handbook & Music Handbook before making their nomination. Families received correspondence regarding Online Nominations on Monday afternoon.
Year 12 Graduation Ceremony (Friday 26 November)
Our Class of 2021 Year 12 Graduation Ceremony will be held on Friday 26 November at the Adelaide Convention Centre. All students who have completed their Year 12 studies at Sacred Heart College in 2021 and up to five guests are invited to the Graduation Ceremony.
Date: Friday 26 November 2021
Time: 5.00pm arrival for 5:30pm start – 7.30pm.
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre – Halls A,B,C,D (East Side) North Terrace, Adelaide
Booking details: Tickets can be booked via the Google Form – please click here. Bookings open Friday 29 October and close on Monday 21 November at 4:00pm.
Ticket Price: There is no cost to families for the Graduation Ceremony. Families will be able to book a maximum of 5 tickets per Graduating Student. The Graduating Student does not need to book a ticket. Please ensure you add their name to your booking request form in the appropriate area. All Graduating students are required to check in upon arrival with their Head of House and sit in their House section in front of the stage. They will find a seat with their name on a label in their House section.
If seating capacity is not reached after initial bookings, families will have the option to register for extra tickets – keeping in mind these seats will be in a different Section to their first booking.
Further details regarding the Year 12 Graduation Ceremony including Dress Code and COVID Safety can be found in the correspondence sent to families earlier this week.
We look forward to a great evening and hope that you will find it a truly memorable way of finishing their year at Sacred Heart College.
Parents and Friends Annual General Meeting (AGM) (Wednesday 17 November)
The Sacred Heart College Parents & Friends Association warmly invites you to our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 17 November at 7.00pm in the Staff Centre, Champagnat Campus (28 Percy Avenue, Mitchell Park SA 5043).
The AGM will be a catered event by the P&F with gourmet pizza & drinks. The P&F is a great way to meet other parents, plus stay connected to the College throughout your child’s schooling – and there is no obligation to attend our once a term meeting (yes – we only have four brief meetings a year!) or hold a committee position. For catering purposes, please RSVP via Text (0417 617 474) or Email (daviessf41@gmail.com) by Monday 15 November. We look forward to you joining us!
Year 12 2022 SHC Crested Pullover
Current Year 11 Students wishing to have a crested pullover (jumper) for next year should consider the following:
- Student owned pullovers must be freshly laundered, be the uniform colour and in good condition with no holes in the garment.
- $13.00 payable when you leave your pullover at the Uniform Shop. Credit Card or EFTPOS only. Cash not accepted.
- New pullovers can be purchased and the $13.00 is an additional cost.
- All pullovers MUST BE NAMED.
- Closing date Friday 19 November 2021
- January 2022 onwards pickup.
- This crested pullover can not be recycled as it is a current year only garment.
The International Climate Change conference concludes in Glasgow today. At the Marcellin Staff Chapel reflection this morning I shared my observation that whilst governments play politics with the future of our planet, we people at the grass roots are adopting smaller carbon footprints along with many ethical corporate citizens.
I am of the view that our government is not listening to the people they supposedly represent and the ecology of our planet, nation, state, city and neighborhoods are suffering because of it.
However, most of us seem to be making some kind of effort and this is part of an empathetic response to a global problem. All journeys start with small steps!
Steve Byrne
Principal
