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The Roar - Issue 6 Term 1 2025

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Head of College - Mr Richard Ford

One of the College’s great hopes for students is that they would come to school each day thinking about what they can do to help others.

In my experience, helping others is a habit which is developed from a young age by participation in service-oriented routines more than by talking to young people about service.

Students who grow up with a nightly routine of doing some jobs around the home or who each month mow the lawn of an elderly neighbour are more likely to instinctively look for ways to help as they move into other contexts beyond home.

As students come into the school context, there are multiple structured opportunities for students to keep on developing the habit of helping others which parents have been encouraging from a young age.

One opportunity to develop the habit of helping is the Rural Fire Service Cadet program the College offers in Term 2. This week at Senior School assembly, students heard about how they can get involved and I hope places fill quickly.

For the first time this year, we are going to be strongly encouraging all Year 9 students to consider signing up to complete the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at the Bronze level.

One of the benefits of involvement in all the levels of DofE is engagement in regular volunteering which helps to further develop the habit of helping others.

It is a privilege to partner with parents who value service to others highly. Together, we hope that the routines our young people experience at home and school help to prepare them for a lifetime of service in communities locally and globally.

Mr Richard Ford
Head of College

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Chaplain

This time last week, it was hard to avoid news about Cyclone Alfred, which was expected to reach Brisbane and cause havoc on the weekend. Despite being significantly downgraded, the storm still caused great damage.

This morning I was hearing some of the numbers of volunteer SES workers, and others who have given their time to assist with emergencies in the last week – the figures are staggering! Often, in the midst of these kinds of disasters, we see the best of human nature as strangers respond to calls for help with generous doses of time and energy. Fortunately, I’ve never been in that situation, but I can imagine how comforting it must be when your roof has just flown off to hear a voice on the other end of the line that says, “Hold on, help is on the way”.

Of course, there are some things the SES can’t help with. In fact, there are some needs we face that we don’t even feel we can fully share with others. And yet, in the Bible, prayer is – in some ways – the call we can always make to a God who is ready and willing to offer help. Billions of Christians over the last two thousand years have found praying to God to be a source of comfort and the means by which God provides help – even if the challenges they faced weren’t necessarily removed.

I love the words of 1 Peter 5:6-7, which say: 6 So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honour. 7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.

In other words, recognising that we are mere humans and God is the all-powerful God, cast all the cares that we have on Him – knowing that he loves us and cares for us. And the assurance of the Bible, for those who pray, is that we can know that God helps those who come to him humbly and in faith.

Knowing this, I would like to invite you to our Term 1 Parents and Carers Prayer Meeting, which will be held on Friday, Week 8. Anybody is welcome to join us for a short time to chat and pray about school matters, even if you don’t wish to pray aloud.

When: 8:15 am – 8:50 am, Friday 28 March 2025

Where: Richardson Library, Junior School Campus

It would be wonderful to see you there.

Mr Daniel Odell
College Chaplain

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Senior School
Rocketry and Star Gazing Workshops

Scots All Saints College has been lucky enough to secure Matt Dodds and his team from the Australian Youth Space Academy on Thursday 20 and Friday 21 March. On these days, workshops will be available for students on Rocketry and Star Gazing. Click on the links below to secure your tickets.

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Junior School

Picnic On The Oval
We welcome all Prep and Junior School families to join us for the Picnic on the Oval on Friday 21 March from 5:30 pm. This event will provide an opportunity for parents to meet the parents of other children in their child’s class. Please bring a packed picnic dinner. No alcoholic drinks allowed please.

NSW Police Visit: Cyber Safety
In Week 9 NSW Police will be visiting the Junior School to deliver presentations to the students on ‘Keep Me Safe’ (Infants), and ‘Cyber Safety’ (Year 3-6). We are grateful to the Police Youth Officer for spending time with our students and informing them of ways they can protect themselves against dangers, especially in the areas of cyber safety. With the growing use of technology, it’s more important than ever for young people to understand how to stay safe online.

One of the key messages from NSW Police in previous years has been educating our students about how important transparency in online usage is for their own safety. They provide tips for the safe use of devices at home, including using devices in shared spaces at home (not bedrooms and bathrooms) and not having access to devices overnight.

Our Primary students will be introduced to the basic concepts of cybersecurity, including the importance of protecting personal information, recognising online scams, the risks of online gaming and understanding the dangers of sharing too much on social media. In Stage 3, students also have a chance to learn about the dangers of sexting and sharing indecent images of young people. They will hear about the risks of cyberbullying and the steps to take if they ever encounter negative or harmful online behaviour.

The visit from NSW Police complements our classroom Personal Development and Health programs, which also cover many of these issues and reinforce safe online use for students.

No Dogs allowed on Campus
Could parents please refrain from bringing dogs onto the Junior School Campus at drop off and pick up time. Under the Companion Animals Act 1998 (NSW), Section 14, dogs are prohibited on school grounds unless the Head of College grants permission.

Traffic on the Junior School Campus
Could I please ask that all parents and visitors adhere to the 15 km/h speed limit when driving on campus roads. Could people also take extra caution when driving near pedestrian crossings. Please wait for people to get completely over the road and off the crossing before you move your car.

Mr Chris Jackman
Head of Junior School

Year 4 Camp

Year 4 students have enjoyed two nights and three days at Cru Camp at Galston Gorge this week. They have enjoyed plenty of activities, including archery, indoor rock climbing, BMX riding and damper cooking.

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Sports


Sports Draw

Congratulations to the Under 12 Girls Touch Football team for their victory in the Grand Final on Monday 10 March! The girls have been dominant throughout the season, finishing the regular games undefeated. They carried that form into the Grand Final, securing a 7-2 win. Well done to everyone involved!

We wish the Junior School Swimming team the best of luck as they compete in the HICES Swimming Carnival on Thursday 13 March, at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.

Good luck to our ISA Touch Football teams this weekend as they compete in the Semi-Finals and Finals at Macquarie University. And all the best to the Under 15 Cricket team as they face St Stanislaus in their Grand Final on Saturday at Morse Park 1.

Cricket NSW Holiday Camp
Monday 14 April , 10:00 am until 2:00 pm – Scots All Saints College, Bathurst.
Clinic Link: https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/f0bc7c
Blast Link: https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/f1092f

The camp is FREE to participate in, but places are limited, and registrations will be closed once capacity is reached.

Mr Beau McClintock
Director of Sport and Activities

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Book Buzz

Week 6 is upon us, and the library is abuzz with activity across both campuses. Our 3-6 library lessons saw us continue our novel studies. Year 3 read some more of ‘The BFG’ and reflected on the idea that appearances can be deceiving, while Year 4 spent time getting to know the very cheeky Huda and her equally anxious brother Akeal as we read the next chapter of ‘Huda and Me’. Year 6 explored the power of sensory imagery in Sonya Hartnett’s ‘The Silver Donkey’, taking the opportunity to pen their own descriptive pieces.

Senior School LIbrary Monitors 2025

On the senior campus, we are excited to announce the appointment of four new library monitors. Tilly Birmingham, Bill Byrnes, Abigail Cooper and Amelia Guihot received their badges and have already begun work assisting me in the library. Additionally, a number of Year 7 and 8 students have responded with enthusiasm for our call to ‘adopt a shelf.’ These students have taken on the responsibility of maintaining a shelf within the library and will be working to keep their shelves tidy and organised. If you are interested in ‘adopting a shelf’, see Mrs Davis in the library for more information.

This week, Year 7 has been exploring the science fiction and fantasy genres in our library lessons, while Year 9 have been learning some hacks for using online databases. Hopefully, these skills will assist them in researching their many assessments.

In other news, our Year 11 and 12 students have been invited to listen to recently published author Martha Siede speak on her experiences as a disabled woman. Martha will visit the College at lunchtime on Friday 28 March, to share her insights on resilience and answer questions about the process of writing and publishing her autobiography. Places are limited, so interested students are advised to register their names with Mrs Davis as soon as possible.

The Roar Recommends

Junior Campus

Younger Readers

And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street by Dr Seuss

Older Readers

Evil Genius by Catherine Jinks

Senior Campus
Junior Readers

The Liberators by Philip Womack

Senior Readers

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

Happy Reading!

Mrs Angela Davis
Head of Library Services

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Careers

Year 11 Parents and Carers’ Webinar
Organisation: University of Wollongong
Location: Online
Date: 17 March 2025

You play a key role in guiding your teen through their university journey. Join our informative webinar to learn about the UOW Early Admission program, the significance of Year 11 results, and how to help them choose a degree that aligns with their strengths and passions. Our experts will walk you through the process, provide valuable insights, and answer your questions so you can provide support with confidence.

Find out more and register

Setting Up For Success – Brought to you by the University of Newcastle
Organisation: University of Newcastle
Location: Online
Date: 19 March 2025

Embark on your HSC journey with confidence through our “Strategies for HSC Success” webinar, tailored for Year 11 and 12 students. Led by a Senior HSC Marker, this session delves into effective study techniques, exam hacks, and strategies for excelling in HSC assessment tasks.

Whether you’re beginning your HSC preparations or seeking to enhance your performance, our webinar is your gateway to unlocking academic success with expert insights and practical advice.

Suitable for both students and parents.

Find out more and register

Pathways to studying law at Sydney
Organisation: University of Sydney
Location: Online
Date: 19 March 2025

Did you know there are many pathways to studying law at the University of Sydney? Hear from our panel of current students who have joined the law community at Sydney through alternate pathways, transferring or studying graduate entry law.

Find out more and register

UOW Information Evenings
Organisation: University of Wollongong
Location: Various
Date: 24 March to 10 April 2025

UOW is committed to providing high school students, parents and carers of high school students, as well as non-school leavers, with information and knowledge to help make informed decisions about your future.

These interactive events are designed to answer all the common questions that students have about starting university studies. UOW staff and current students will be on hand to make sure you have all of your questions answered at one time in one place.

  • Bathurst Info Night: Monday 24 March 2025, 17:45 – 19:30 pm
  • Dubbo Info Night: Tuesday 25 March 2025, 17:45 – 19:30 pm
  • Orange Info Night: Wednesday 26 March 2025, 17:45 – 19:30 pm

Mrs Helen Jones
Career Development Officer

CSU Explore Day

On Tuesday, March 11, many Year 10 and Year 11 students had the opportunity to attend the CSU Explore Day. During this event, students explored various courses available on campus. Mia Miller and William Sargeant were fortunate to spend the entire day in the state-of-the-art Media Centre.

They had the chance to see the newly upgraded facilities, which include a TV studio, podcast rooms, and multiple radio studios. The students experienced working on a TV set, using the teleprompter, operating cameras, and handling radio and podcasting equipment. It was inspiring to hear from graduates and teachers about their real industry experiences, which highlighted the diverse career outcomes available through the courses.

We highly recommend that all students participate in a CSU Explore Day, as it provides a valuable opportunity to explore potential career paths.

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Events & Announcements
Junior School Harmony Day Picnic

Class of ’94 Reunion

Careers Colloquium

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From The Archives
Marsden Memories

At the Old Bathurstians’ Reunion Dinner in Dubbo last weekend, there were many ‘Old Boys’ in attendance, and some had not seen each other for over 50 years since leaving school. In addition, there were a few Marsden ‘Old Girls’ who came, and much of the conversation was about being a boarder during Miss Glover’s (Aunty Marg) headship some 50 years ago!

Some snippets of the conversations:

Do you remember when we had to walk in crocodile formation to Holy Trinity Church dressed in our white church dresses with white gloves and panama hats on Sunday afternoon? Chapel was twice a day, except Saturday morning and on Sunday, girls were given one shilling to put on the plate. Some believed they received the same shilling each Sunday, so they attempted to mark it to check!

On Laundry day, we had to put our clothes out on our beds with clothing lined up so the Housemistress could count how many items (underwear in particular) to make sure it was named and uniform! No lacy underwear allowed! Uniform hems had to be a certain level and checked when kneeling. The sports tunic was so well starched it could stand up on its own! Bombay Bloomers were worn at all times when wearing the uniform.

What about when Miss Glover rang the little bell at the dining table to tell one girl to take her feet off the rungs of the chair, or to keep the noise down, or to eat the soup correctly using the spoon tipped away from the face? Or the time when Miss Glover admonished the whole school after she saw one of ‘her girls’ in town without her gloves on or eating an ice cream in the street!

Every meal was started with the Marsden Grace-said or sung. The evening when there was fresh bread, there was great enthusiasm, except the little knob of butter did not go far enough! Edgells Factory supplied many of the vegetables especially asparagus and peas. The girls were encouraged to finish everything on their plates-some found it very hard, especially the Lamb’s Fry and bacon or dessert of Frog’s Eyes!

Rest afternoon on Sundays was when the girls could write letters or read, but there was no talking in the dormitory. Letters left unopened except to one’s parents and there was a list of approved persons with whom one could correspond. Every evening, the girls would line up to say goodnight to Miss Glover or the duty mistress.

Life as a boarder in those times may seem harsh by today’s standards but all agreed they were some of the best times as well.

Miss Glover was feared but fair and respected by all of ‘her girls’.

Mrs Memory Sanders
All Saints’ and Marsden Archives

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Calendar

Friday 14 March
Year 4 Camp

Saturday 15 March
ISA Sport FInals

Sunday 16 March
Past Students vs College First XI Cricket Match, Hector Oval 10:00 am

Monday 17 March
NAPLAN
P&F Meeting Senior School 7:00 pm

Tuesday 18 March
NAPLAN
ISA Swimming Carnival (SOPAC)

Wednesday 19 March
NAPLAN

Thursday 20 February
NAPLAN
Science Rockets and Stargazing Workshop
Year 12 Geography Marine Study

The latest Term Dates can be found on our website HERE

SS: Senior School   JS: Junior School

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