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The Roar - Issue 19 Term 2 2025

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Head of College - Mr Richard Ford

Reflecting on the term, it is hard to believe how quickly it has flown. It seems like only yesterday students were marching through the streets of Bathurst for ANZAC Day, and then our Pipes and Drums were on show once again, together with the Highland Dancers, for the Bathurst Highland Festival.

Over the course of the term, we have had some inaugural events, including the Senior School Summer Sports Awards and Musical Theatre Evening. We have welcomed countless visitors to the College to enrich student learning, including past student Professor Frank Nicholas, countless parents and past students for the Careers Colloquium and over the last two days, students have been hearing from author Dee White. Our students have represented the College across NSW and beyond, and staff have also travelled to catch up with our community in places far and wide.

Capturing the term in words is an impossible task. However, as we head into the holiday period, I would like to thank staff, parents and students for supporting the many and various activities which continue to nurture our student’s learning and the relationships they develop through their school years.

Finally, during the next month, one rather new opportunity which you may want to mention to friends when information comes out, has been made possible thanks to the generosity of people who have chosen to give gifts, both large and small, to enable the College to shortly go ahead and invite applications for a range of very special Community Bursaries.

These Community Bursaries, which will be means tested are for outstanding young individuals who may not otherwise have the financial means to enrol at the College. Information about how to give in a tax-deductible way to support this exciting development is available here. We know that times can be tough, and yet when many come together to give, as has been the case, it opens doors and can be transformative. Thank you to every person who has helped to establish these Community Bursaries.

Over the coming weeks, I hope that you and your family enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday period ahead of classes recommencing on Tuesday 22 July.

Mr Richard Ford
Head of College

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Chaplain

Last week, our Junior School celebrated ‘Wellbeing Week’. Obviously, we think wellbeing matters more than just one week a year! But it’s been wonderful to have a focus on talking about things such as gratitude, and kindness compliments. On one day, students wore crazy socks to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic at the Sydney Children’s Hospital, and at Chapel, we discussed the importance of empathy and compassion as we interact with others.

That conversation led nicely into a story we looked at in Jesus’ life. In Mark Chapter 2, some friends of a paralysed man carried him to Jesus, believing that (only) Jesus could help him. It was compassion in action! On reaching the house where Jesus was, and finding it so crowded, they made a hole in the roof to lower him down. Jesus’ response was surprising to say the least. Firstly, he told the paralysed man that his ‘sins are forgiven’ – which was odd, considering the man had come for physical healing, not for spiritual platitudes. But then, to demonstrate his authority to actually forgive, he healed the man. The man walked out joyful and grateful.

The story reminded us that Jesus is the one who not only has power over our physical circumstances, but who is able to deliver what our hearts need most – forgiveness. As we speak about wellbeing, it is wonderful to ground our gratitude in God’s love for us, and to ground our compassion in the way Jesus has treated us.

As we close the term, I pray that God may grant each of us rest, refreshment and safety.

Mr Daniel Odell
College Chaplain

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Senior School

The end of a great and busy Semester 1

Recently, I have had the pleasure of interviewing and taking tours of the Senior Campus for families and students interested in attending our school in the near future. It has been during some of these interactions where I have been able to adjust the typical lens through which I daily view the school from one of seemingly endless events, meetings, excursions and busyness to one of ‘Wow! What an amazing school we have with such a wide range of opportunities for our students. There really is something for every student to get involved with throughout the year. A place for them to learn, grow, lead, feel safe and connected and to achieve success. We have much to be thankful for and so many amazing staff and support from parents that make this happen. This has been helpful in reminding me to be more mindful and to live in the now and slow down to think about and be grateful for what we have. I encourage our students to do some reflection with a positive and grateful lens over the holidays and to come back in Term 3 looking for all the opportunities that they can take and benefit from our amazing school. We wish all students and families a safe, healthy and happy holiday.

Black Dog Teen Mental Health Matters Webinar

The Black Dog Institute have a series of presentations online every 2 weeks that anyone can sign up for at the Parents Page https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/education-services/schools/parents/. These webinars are free for parents and carers to learn how to support their teens’ mental health. We encourage parents/carers to join in for an insightful and empowering webinar focused on providing strategies and resources to help you in supporting your teen. It will be delivered by a Clinical Psychologist facilitator, and Black Dog Institute lived experience presenter and will explore topics such as:

  • How to make sense of adolescence
  • Identifying signs of mental health struggles
  • Understanding how to support your teen
  • Knowing where you and your teen can get support

Reserve your spot today and embark on a journey towards greater well-being for you and your family! The dates of the upcoming webinars are:

Monday, 30 June – 6:30 pm, Wednesday, 16 July – 6:30 pm, Tuesday, 29 July – 6:30 pm

Year 7 – 10 School Reports and 9/10 Parent Teacher Interviews

Please keep an eye on your email accounts for Year 7 to 10 student reports that will be sent in the coming days. Year 9 and 10 parents are also asked to keep an eye on emails and Operoo notifications for bookings for the Parent Teacher meetings early in Term 3. The format for these meetings will be the first night for 9/10 face-to-face meetings at the school and a second night for online meetings only.

Upcoming Senior School Events

27 June: Last day of Term 2, boarders travel day.

21 July: Boarders return to school in the afternoon

22 July: Classes commence for Term 3

Mr Justin Adams
Head of Senior School

CWA Public Speaking Competition

Scots All Saints College Year 10 student Bella Starr placing second at the 2025 CWA Inter Group Public Speaking Competition

On Tuesday 27 May, Year 10 student Bella Starr competed in the Central Western Group CWA Public Speaking Competition. Speaking on the topic “The Voice of Reason has Laryngitis,” Bella’s speech explored the absence of common sense and logic in the health industry and the effects of fad diets and lifestyle trends on our society.

She placed second on the day and, for the third consecutive year, progressed to the next round of competition.

This week, on Monday 23 June, Bella competed in the 2025 CWA Inter Group Public Speaking Competition, which this year was held in Orange. The Inter Group competition brings together the winning speakers from the individual group competitions of the Central Western, Far Western and Oxley CWA Groups.

Bella’s topic this time around was “Silence is Golden”, and she eloquently presented an opposing perspective, outlining the various dangers of silence and the importance of speaking up against injustice.

Bella was pleased to place second, against a strong field of speakers from Kinross Wolaroi, James Sheahan Catholic High School, Red Bend Catholic College, Parkes Christian School and St Raphael’s Catholic School.

Sheep Team Excursion

Students from the Sheep Team developed their livestock assessment and public speaking skills while growing their networks at the recent Bedgerabong Young Judges Workshop. On this day, students engage with a range of agricultural experts to learn more about meat sheep, merinos, wool, fruit and vegetables, grains, poultry, beef cattle, dairy cattle and public speaking. It was a highly enjoyable day with plenty of sunshine and smiles.

Watch the Prime TV news piece that was aired about the Bedgerabong Young Judges Day and features some of our students, click HERE.

Miss Heather Earney
Agriculture Teacher

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Junior School

Mid-Year Holidays
I wish all of our students a safe and restful holiday break. It has been an incredibly busy term, and I would like to congratulate all of them on making the most of the many opportunities on offer at the school.

Semester 1 Reports
Teachers are busy preparing their Semester 1 Reports. These will be sent home with the students on the last day of this term, Friday 27 June. This year, you will notice we’ve made some changes to how we’re reporting English and Mathematics. In both the English and Mathematics components of the report, you’ll find a section titled ‘Areas of strength and progress.’ This section aims to give you specific information about where your child has demonstrated achievement or progress. Then you will find a section titled ‘Areas for development’ which identifies content or concepts that your child has not yet mastered and is working towards. It is our aim that this new format provides you with clear information about what your child has been taught and how well they have learnt it, where improvement is needed, and next steps in learning.

Parent Teacher Interviews
During the first week of Term 3, parents have the opportunity to meet with their child’s class teacher to discuss their child’s Semester 1 report. Parent/Teacher interviews will be held for Kindergarten to Year 6 in Week 1 of Term 3, on Tuesday 22, Wednesday, 23 and Thursday 24 July from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Year 3B will be held in Week 2 on Tuesday, 29 and Wednesday, 30 July 2025. Interviews will be of 10 minutes duration and will only be face-to-face. For these interviews, we are using the Parent Teacher Online (PTO) booking system. Please refer to the email forwarded earlier this week to lock in your time.

Junior School Athletics Carnival
The Inter-House Junior School Athletics Carnival will be held in Week 2 of next term on Tuesday 29 July. Parents are most welcome to come and support their children.

ICAS Registration
There are just four weeks remaining until the parent PPS closes for ICAS. If you would like your child to have the opportunity to participate in the Mathematics, English, Spelling Bee, Digital Technologies and Science competitions, please do so soon.

Click on the link below for further information.
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:fdb1b0e3-0f33-429e-a37b-5ab15f3394a8

Life Education
The Life Education team are looking forward to visiting the students of Scots All Saints College early next term. All students will take part in a 60-90 minute session with Healthy Harold. Session days are as follows:

Tuesday 22 July: Prep Banksia, KR, 4D and 4MV
Wednesday 23 July: KG, 1M and Prep Waratah
Thursday 24 July: Prep Eucalypt, 1W, 3W and Year 5
Monday 28 July: 6I, 6N, 3B and Prep Wattle
Wednesday 30 July: 2AJ and 2SE

Mr Chris Jackman
Head of Junior School

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Prep School
Prep Banksia

Prep Banksia have enjoyed our journey through space in our Solar System STEM topic this term. We have flown rockets, become astronauts, made flying saucer donuts, orbited the moon around the earth, thrown rings around planets and built our own spacecrafts. We are now looking forward to our holidays back on the best planet in the universe.

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Sports

Sports Draw

Benjamin Anderson Under 16s ISA Rugby Representative.

A huge congratulations to Benji Anderson, who has been selected for the ISA 16 and Under Rugby team to compete at the NSW Rugby Union Championships on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June.

Benji has been an exceptional performer for our 16s team throughout the season, and his selection is a well-earned recognition of his hard work and dedication. Best of luck, Benji.

HICES Football representatives

Over the past week, Thomas Roughley, Nicholas Lenehan, and Isla Moffitt proudly represented HICES at their respective NSWCIS Football trials. This was a fantastic opportunity for them to challenge themselves against other talented players from across New South Wales. We congratulate them on their efforts and look forward to seeing them continue to showcase their skills with the Scots All Saints teams for the remainder of the season.

Mr Beau McClintock
Director of Sport and Activities

Football

Senior Competitive Teams

ISA First XI – POS 1st

It has been a whirlwind season so far for the First XI boys, who have improved tremendously twelve months on. From winning their first away game to earning not one, but two clean sheets, the team is well-deserving of their top position. With two games left, the boys are intent on finishing strong to earn a spot in the grand final.

Under 16s – POS 5th

The Under 16s find themselves in an incredibly strong competition, led by two impressive teams in Mudgee and Eglinton. Whilst yet to register a win this season, they have shown recent improvements in attack, which is giving the team confidence to push on in a league where most are playing a year above.

Under 14s – POS 6th

The Under 14’s season started slowly, but has improved rapidly thanks to four wins from their last five matches, which would not have been possible without strong determination and crucial support from players in grades below. The squad believes they can hold on to a spot in the finals, and we cannot wait to see them do it in the second half of the season.

Under 13s – POS 5th

The Under 13s are cemented in a finals spot this season, which is reflective of their fantastic attendance and enthusiasm at training on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Their next step is to improve in games against the teams above them, as they reach the latter stages of competition.

Under 12 Red – POS 2nd & U12 Blue – POS 4th

The shining light in Bathurst is our Under 12 Red and Under 12 Blue teams, who find themselves second and fourth in their BDF competition. There have been big wins, but more importantly, strong progress from last year, which will be key come finals time. We are beyond excited to have many of these players joining the senior school next year, where they will be able to further showcase their abilities in a Scots All Saints shirt.

Junior Football Teams

Junior Football team

Junior Football team

If you haven’t yet visited Proctor Park to watch our Junior School teams take to the field, I strongly recommend it. It often rains goals on Saturday! Seeing some of our youngest members of the College train every Friday, learn the basics, have fun with their teammates, and put it all together on Saturday is a testament to what the college can do in football.

We hope that the successes of the senior school competitive teams will serve as inspiration for our junior footballers to achieve success on the football field.

Mr Nick Davis
Football MIC

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Book Buzz

The library has been excited to welcome author Dee White to both our Junior and Senior campuses this week. An author of over more than 20 books for children and young adults, Dee spent two days at the College, talking with our students about the power of storytelling through her engaging and vibrant sessions. All students from P-6 attended Dee’s sessions on the Junior campus, while students in Year 7 and 9 were able to take part in writing workshops where Dee focused on helping them shape compelling characters. Dee’s books are available to borrow from both campuses. Be sure to check them out next term.

Author Dee White Visit to the Senior School

Author Dee White Visit to the Senior School

Author Dee White Visit to the Senior School

Author Dee White Visit to the Senior School

Author Dee White Visit to the Senior School

Speaking of authors, our Year 9 library lessons have thrown the spotlight on some of our budding writers. Our recent exploration of dystopian fiction saw our students brainstorm concepts for their own dystopian pieces inspired by Ray Bradbury’s The Pedestrian. They then designed book jackets to match their story concepts.

Tess Lenehan’s story idea for her piece The Checklist was perfectly reflected in her striking cover design, both imploring readers to be awake to the idea of a ‘perfect world.’ I look forward to sharing more of what our senior students have been up to next term.

Finally, be sure to see our holiday reading recommendations below and have a restful winter break.

Bathurst Library Winter News

The Roar Recommends

Junior Campus
Younger Readers

Oi Cat! by Kes Gray and James Field

Older Readers

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief by A.F. Steadman

Senior Campus
Junior Readers

Caraval by Stephanie Garber

Senior Readers

Homecoming by Kate Morton

Happy Reading!

Mrs Angela Davis
Head of Library Services

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Events & Announcements

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From The Archives

Passing of Three Old Boys

The College community has been saddened to learn of the passing of three Old Boys of The Scots School.

BILL MORTON

Bill was in Year 3 in 1942, and was one of the first 19 boys from The Scots College Sydney Junior School evacuated to Karralee as a precaution against a Japanese attack on Sydney, which did indeed happen on 31 May/1 June 1942 with the midget submarines appearing in the harbour.

Bill completed his education at Scots College, where he was a noted rower. Bill and his wife Diane were regular attendees at reunions of the “Karralee” boys. By coincidence, Diane is the great-granddaughter of John Lee, the builder of Karralee. The stated reason for Bill and the “Karalee Boys” wanting to keep returning was to see what a success the school had become that they had started. Bill was 91 years old.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DAVID GALLOWAY BVSc Syd FRVCS VDM Stockholm MVSc (Hon) Melb GDipDevS Deakin MACVSc

David Galloway was a foundation student of The Scots School when it opened in 1946. His father, Rev. Bruce Galloway, was the first Headmaster. David became a Prefect at Scots and was also Dux.

He studied Veterinary Science at Sydney University, moving from the classroom after graduation into teaching and research.

He pioneered the study in Australia of theriogenology (male fertility) in farm animals. 1964, he moved to Melbourne University where he established a theriogenology laboratory that has been a key player in the development of animal reproduction techniques in Australia.

The lengthy citation for his Honorary Doctorate at Melbourne University mentions collaborative projects in at least 10 countries on all continents (except Antarctica).

Dr Galloway visited Scots with his sister in 1990 to represent the family at the opening of Galloway House. He died in Melbourne in late January, aged 90 years, but it was only a few days ago that the College community received news of this event.

JOHN FARRINGTON

John Farrington is among the most distinguished past students of The Scots School. He was enrolled as a six-year-old in 1948 and completed his education at the school in 1958.

A lengthier, more detailed tribute to John has already appeared on The Scots Old Boys and Girls Facebook page. He showed talent as a runner, and after leaving Scots and enrolling in the University of London, he developed his talents in this direction further.

He represented both Britain (his mother being a British citizen), then Australia, including the 1976 Olympic Games in Mexico City. He was ranked the number one long-distance runner in the world in 1973. He won the City to Surf Race in Sydney on three occasions.

John Farrington’s day job was as an administrator at Sydney, Flinders, Macquarie, and Adelaide Universities. Olympians in his time had to be amateurs. He was appointed as Director of Sport by the Whitlam government and assisted with the establishment of the Australian Institute of Sport.

In 1999, he visited the school, and again in 2012 when he was appointed as Chieftain of the Highland Gathering. For the Bathurst 200th Anniversary celebrations in 2015, the Visual Art students entered John Farrington into the Peoplescape Exhibit at Bathurst Courthouse.

The condolences of the College, its past students, and those of The Scots School are extended to the families of Bill, David and John.

Mr Andrew Maher
Archives

Photo 1: Bill and Diane Morton visited the Innovation Centre on a tour of the Junior Campus.  The “Karalee Boys” were keen to visit the campus of their former rivals of All Saints.

Photo 2: Dr David Galloway and his sister at the opening of Galloway House in 1990.

Photo 3: 1948: Campbell Cripps-Clark, Max Yorkston and David Galloway

Photo 4: The Senior Cross Country Champions at Scots received the Farrington Cup. In 2012, John Farrington himself presented it Laura Pollard and Jock Sinclair.

Photo 5: A photo from 1948. John Farrington (front row- left) next to Brett Whiteley. The boys in the back row are Lyndon McLeod, Keith Williamson, and Graeme Allen.

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Calendar

Friday 27 June
Boarders Travel Afternoon
Term 2 concludes 3:20pm

Saturday 5 July
Pipes and Drums Competition, Aberdeen

Sunday 6 July
Pipes and Drums Competition, Aberdeen

Friday 11 July
Mudgee Field Days

Saturday 12 July
Mudgee Field Days

Monday 21 July
Boarders return after 3:00pm
SS Pupil Free Day
SS Staff PD Day
Cattle Team Dinner 6:00pm

Tuesday 22 June
Term 3 classes commence
All Schools Cross Country

Tuesday 29 July
Junior School Athletics Carnival

The latest Term Dates can be found on our website HERE

SS: Senior School   JS: Junior School

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