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On Wednesday, 22 May, our ACC Culinary team competed at Parade College in an ACC Culinary Competition
Competition was fierce, and the team impressed with their exceptional culinary skills, proudly placing third, bringing home a Bronze medal!
Led by Isaac Bradley, the team included of Ben Sarritzu, Anthony Sozzi, and Lucas Ciavarella.
Well done boys, a fantastic effort!
It has been a busy term at Resurrection House, as we head towards semester exams in the coming weeks. Mr Camenzuli came and spoke to the boys at an assembly during the week to outline various strategies for success in these exams, and the students were also reminded of the importance of looking after their overall health and wellbeing during this period.
They were reminded about the required materials to bring and to be responsible for organising their study. I look forward to seeing the students complete these with dedication and perseverance, and ultimately achieving grades that reflect their hard work that I have seen them put in across the semester.
The portfolio captains have been busy implementing initiatives in their various areas across the campus, including:
Academic – Starting next Monday and Wednesday, the Academic captains will be running peer Homework Help sessions at recess. This will compliment the very popular before school Homework Help (in which more than 80 students have accessed this service this year so far). A reminder this is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30am in room 502.
Sport – The Sport captains have introduced a 3v3 lunchtime Basketball competition which has proved to be very popular as they aim at getting all students active in their breaks.
Art – Year 9 music students have been performing at year level assemblies which has been great to see, and will be playing at an upcoming BBQ at lunchtime next week. The Arts captains are really encouraging all students to give music a go even if they've never tried it before.
Wellbeing and Ministry – The Wellbeing and Ministry captains are joining forces to coordinate and host a BBQ fundraiser next week for Reconciliation Week.
Other highlights from the term so far include:
Sovereign Hill
All Year 9’s have now visited Sovereign Hill and it proved a great opportunity for the students to learn about the Gold Rush first hand, an important part of their Humanities curriculum.
ACC
The Football, Soccer and Badminton ACC seasons are well underway, with the highlights currently being Division 3 Football, who sit second on the ladder, and Division Three Soccer who are third on the ladder, leading into finals in a few weeks. Good luck to all teams in finishing their seasons well.
Looking forward, other than exams, a major highlight will be the commencement of the
Interdisciplinary Program with Ave Maria, which begins in a few weeks, on the 21st of June. Day 1 will be hosted at Resurrection House. The students will participate in two sessions of activities:
Session 1 – working in groups of 5 boys and 3 girls, students will be set tasks to complete, including ice breakers, initiative tasks, maths problems as well as riddles and puzzles. The aim is to get the groups working together to communicate and problem solve. This will then be unpacked and discussed as a class.
Session 2 – working in the same groups, students will undertake a number of physical activities, including Table Tennis, European Handball, Drama Games and Lawn Games. Again the focus will be on building connections through teamwork and collaboration.
We look forward to continuing and building on this new venture and partnership with Ave Maria College!
New Bachelor of Commerce course at RMIT
RMIT is introducing the 3-year Bachelor of Commerce. Unlike the flexible Bachelor of Business, this degree is for students who are confident they know what area of study they want to focus on. Students will explore the complexities of laws, policy development, market dynamics and technological innovation that shape today's commerce. Two Work Integrated Learning units are also required to be completed in this course.
The course will offer only 6 majors:
Cyber Security Law and Governance
Enterprise AI and Business Analytics
International Business
Marketing Technology
Quantitative Economics and Finance
Leadership and Strategy
The VCE entry requirements are a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL); and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.
Find out more at Bachelor of Commerce.
RMIT Tech and Trades Experience Day
RMIT will host a free, hands-on Tech and Trades Experience Day in the July school holidays.
Tailored for students in Years 10, 11, and 12, along with their parents and guardians, this event promises an immersive day of exploration. Attendees will get to uncover their passions, gain valuable insights, and pave the way for a future filled with endless possibilities.
Date: Thursday 4 July 2024
Time: 9.00am – 2.45pm
Venue: City Campus
Registration is essential and can be done here.
What does a Podiatrist do?
The Good Universities Guide* states that Podiatrists look after the health of people's feet by diagnosing, treating and preventing foot abnormalities, and educating the public about good foot health. Podiatrists may develop a special interest in dealing with particular client groups, such as children, the aged or sportspeople. They may also work in a particular area, such as occupational health, or with general medical conditions that result in foot and leg problems.
Of particular interest is that podiatrists, like doctors and dentists, are approved to prescribe medications and do some surgery.
*Good Universities Guide - Podiatry
In Victoria, only one university offers a bachelor course in podiatry, and that is La Trobe University. La Trobe offers the Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) which is a 4-year degree, and students are taught by experts – experienced podiatrists, researchers and teachers in sport medicine, biomechanics, hospital-based podiatry, paediatrics and foot surgery.
Students get plenty of opportunities to practise the skills the gain in the course by treating real patients in La Trobe’s on-campus podiatry clinic.
Find out more about studying Podiatry at La Trobe University. Monash University offers a 2-year Master of Podiatric Medicine at its Peninsula Campus.
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What is a Sports Physiotherapist?
The Health Times website indicates that sports physiotherapy is a specialised branch of physiotherapy, and sports physios provide advice on how to avoid sports injuries, treat injuries and help recovery for those playing recreational sport right through to elite sport.
A sports physio is a registered physiotherapist who has achieved further study after completing a physiotherapy degree - in which students achieve an understanding of the physical, structural and the physiological aspects of human form and movement.
To become a sports physio, one will first need to complete a four-year bachelor degree in physiotherapy. Alternatively, students can complete an associated bachelor degree, such as in exercise physiology, followed by a postgraduate qualification in physiotherapy.
Physiotherapists can later choose to practice in sports physiotherapy but are unable to refer to themselves as a sports physio until they have achieved titled membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
What does a Radiation Therapist do?
The Good Universities Guide states that Radiation Therapists design, and administer radiation treatment to cancer patients, and provide related care to patients in conjunction with radiation oncologists or other medical specialists. The Health Times website indicates that a Radiation Therapist is also responsible for collecting relevant patient information and using this information to plan a patient’s treatment. A radiation therapist will work under the guidance of a Radiation Oncologist, in a team of health professionals who care for and treat cancer patients.
Radiation therapists are responsible for supporting the patient throughout their treatment. They must have compassion and strong interpersonal skills. Part of their role is to listen to the emotional concerns and anxieties of the patient and refer them appropriately if needed. The radiation therapist will also assess the patient’s reaction to treatment, providing advice on the side effects of treatment and methods of alleviating these. Radiation therapists often develop close relationships with their patients, as they usually see them five days per week for between three and seven weeks.
To become a Radiation Therapist, students must study radiation therapy at university. Studies in Radiation Therapy in Victoria are offered by Monash University and RMIT University, and Radiation Science units are offered in the Medical Imaging degree offered by Deakin University.
What does a Neuroscientist do?
According to the Medical News Today website neuroscientists focus on the brain and its impact on behaviour and cognitive functions, or how people think. Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary science that works closely with other disciplines, such as mathematics, linguistics, engineering, computer science, chemistry, philosophy, psychology, and medicine. Neuroscientists carry out tests, using various types of technology to help them to diagnose conditions, and they usually specialise in specific areas. These include study of the way the nervous system grows and develops; the way the brain deals with thought, language, memory, and its ability to solve problems; or molecules that help with the way the nervous systems work.
To become a neuroscientist, students generally have to complete a science degree - such as a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Biomedicine with a major in Neuroscience at the University of Melbourne, for example. Completion of a postgraduate qualification is regarded as of great value - such as Graduate Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology, Master of Science in Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology) and Master of Neuroscience. The following link is very interesting to browse - Master Programs in Neuroscience.
What is Land Surveying?
Interested in Geography, Maths, Science, IT and/or the outdoors? Looking for a job that won’t tie you to a desk? Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using mathematics and specialised technology. Land surveyors are involved with a diverse variety of projects from land subdivision to tunnel building and major construction. Importantly though, there is much more to surveying than taking measurements outdoors and then analysing them back in the office. Surveyors are often the first people on site during any construction process; they are the guardians of property law, and the creators of land titles. They are also the ones who can sign off on the position of new title boundaries. In all, surveyors are an integral part of the process in a wide variety of scenarios.
Note: Surveying courses are offered at Federation University, RMIT, and Victoria University.
Students who wish to find out what surveying is, what surveyors do, where to study, and what it takes, might like to browse A Life Without Limits.
Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence
Gain the skills necessary to design, develop, and evolve software solutions that takes advantage of the latest advances in artificial intelligence.
Deakin’s Bachelor of Artificial Intelligenceequips students with the knowledge and skills to design, develop and evolve software solutions that harness the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI). Students get hands-on experience developing AI-driven software solutions with the support of academics who are leaders in this emerging field. Deakin’s world-class research in AI feeds directly into its classrooms, ensuring what students learn is at the cutting edge of industry expectations and capabilities.
With a minimum of 100 hours of industry experience, students will develop in-demand skills working side-by-side with experienced AI specialists.
Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service
The Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service (AATIS) offers pathways information to students, job hunters, career advisers and employers. The website, app and resources are used by schools, parents, friends, and supporters providing career planning and direction. AATIS is free to use and is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment.
The Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website - AAPathways - is a hub providing in-depth information about Australian apprenticeships and traineeships, including information on in-demand occupations.
Students are encouraged to browse both the AAPathways website, as well as the AATIS website.
On Monday, 13 May the College hosted a Year 7 Mentor Night, Students and parents enjoyed a plethora of bonding activities, such as a chopstick relay with their parents where they had to carry a dice in chopsticks around the Margaret Tierney building.
A big thank you to Charlie Rio, a Senior student, who helped facilitate the evening
Eligible Health Care Card or Pension Card they need to return their Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) form to the College by Friday 31 May, 2024. The College will provide a further 15% concession on the school fees.
Please click here to access the form
The completed forms need to be sent to fees@sbc.vic.edu.au.
With only 5 weeks to go, we are so close to our goal of 100 by the end of semester 1!
Many of our donors also donate plasma, which can be done every 2 weeks!
Together we save lives!
The College would like to thank the following businesses for their support of Edmund Rice Day and the SBC Foundation Gala Dinner, the support provided by these businesses helps immensely and is greatly appreciated by St Bernard's