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Back to all Newsletters 25 November ERC Newsletter – Week 7 Term 4 2022
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Wednesday 7 December - Final Day of Classes for Term 4 2022.

Contents

  • From The Principal
  • Learning & Teaching
  • Reporting and Parent Teacher Interviews Years 7-10
  • From the Director of Learning & Teaching
  • Debating State Champions!
  • SWORDS UOW Debating Day
  • Year 10 Music
  • A sensory writing experience
  • Identity
  • Identity - Living out our faith
  • My Future Matters Program at UOW
  • Pastoral Care
  • From the Director of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing
  • Sport
  • 2022 CDF Sports Awards
  • Community Announcements
  • Careers Newsletter
  • Community News
  • Uniform Shop

Contents

  • From The Principal
  • Learning & Teaching
  • Reporting and Parent Teacher Interviews Years 7-10
  • From the Director of Learning & Teaching
  • Debating State Champions!
  • SWORDS UOW Debating Day
  • Year 10 Music
  • A sensory writing experience
  • Identity
  • Identity - Living out our faith
  • My Future Matters Program at UOW
  • Pastoral Care
  • From the Director of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing
  • Sport
  • 2022 CDF Sports Awards
  • Community Announcements
  • Careers Newsletter
  • Community News
  • Uniform Shop

Downloads

  • College Calendar 2022

From The Principal

“Challenges exist to be overcome! Let us be realists, but without losing our joy, our boldness and our hope-filled commitment.

Let us not allow ourselves to be robbed of missionary vigour!”
(Pope Francis)

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we commence the season of Advent and the preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus at Christmas, these words from Pope Francis are a gentle reminder to each of us. Within the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, we are each called to be actively present for each other. In the final weeks of the school year, it is easy for some to feel burdened with fatigue. The underlying and immeasurable impact of the pandemic has meant that 2022 has been the first time in recent years that the requirements of daily face-to-face work have unexpectedly taken their toll. Despite this, the simple message from Pope Francis is to be joyful for what and who we have in our lives and to look to the future with a sense of hope. In this way, I acknowledge the members of our College community who regularly give their time and resources to support those struggling during this time of the year. Within this ‘Respect Week,’ I acknowledge staff, students and parents for such active support of the St. Vincent De Paul Christmas Appeal. This action of assisting others in need demonstrates the very touchstones that guide our College.

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Congratulations to the College Year 7 Debate Team, who progressed to the State final held recently as champions of the regional Catholic Schools’ Debating Association (CSDA) competition. Jonathan Bendeich, Daniel Morozov, Izac Lavis and Isaac Mitrevski defeated St Andrew’s College debating team to become the CSDA State Champions. This is an outstanding achievement, and we are all so very proud. Thank you to Mr Booyar-Rybak and Ms Shumack for their guidance, organisation and encouragement of the boys.

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ERC was very well represented at the recent Wollongong Diocese Sports Council annual awards ceremony. Congratulations to all of the ERC sports winners on their exceptional achievements this year. For the second year in a row, an ERC elite athlete was awarded the Bishop Mascord Sportsman of the Year Award; congratulations to Mitchell Blackbourn of Year 11 on such a tremendous achievement. The complete list of ERC award recipients is included further in this newsletter. I also acknowledge our Sports Coordinator, Mr Joshua Timpano, for his leadership in providing such a variety of rich opportunities for our students throughout the year.

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Congratulations to our Director of Learning and Teaching, the now Dr Gerry Sozio, who was recently conferred with the wonderful achievement of completing his PhD in Cognitive Load Theory. Well done!

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In the previous newsletter, I indicated that the College will continue to receive less government funding under the new CTC funding model for private schools. In addition to this sustained reduction in government funding, the cumulative impact of economic factors such as increases in inflation, wages and interest rates have added to the operational costs for the College. In determining the level of fees for 2023, the College intends to spread the recovery of this loss in government funding across several years to lessen the impact on families. In 2023 school fees will increase by approximately $19 – $23 per week per student, depending on the year group. The 2023 Fee Schedule will be included with the next Newsletter for your reference.

The College Leadership Team will continue providing our students with the best learning environment. In 2023 the College has planned to undertake the following projects:

  • Optimise student safety by upgrading all first-floor hand railings in C, D and E blocks.
  • Enhance the resilience of the College sports fields to changing weather patterns by installing drainage and planning for irrigation, commencing with Sheppard’s Oval.
  • Refurbishing the Br Pelin Hall to enhance its multipurpose use to support drama and music performances.
  • Review and progressively enhance the College’s technology and cybersecurity.
  • Continue to prioritise a strengths-based approach to our learning culture in building and maintaining student connection and their sense of belonging and self efficacy.

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Please keep Mr Glen Stutchbury in your prayers following the sad loss of his beloved son, Samuel, aged 24 years.

Eternal rest grant unto Sam, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

Stephen Gough
Principal

Learning & Teaching

Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

Reporting and Parent Teacher Interviews Years 7-10

I would like to take this opportunity firstly to thank all of the students for their hard work this semester. …
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Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

From the Director of Learning & Teaching

Last week’s College assembly celebrated Enrichment experiences that are facilitated at the College. It was wonderful to witness this showcase …
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Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

Debating State Champions!

Congratulations to our Year 7 Debating team of Jonathan Bendeich, Izac Lavis, Isaac Mitrevski and, Daniel Morozov, who have been …
Learn more
Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

SWORDS UOW Debating Day

On Tuesday the 22nd of November, three teams from Edmund Rice College went to the University of Wollongong for the …
Learn more
Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

Year 10 Music

The Year 10 Music 200 hours class have been busily working on performance pieces in these last weeks of the …
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Learning & Teaching 25 Nov 2022

A sensory writing experience

There were disgusted grimaces, disappointed sighs and wide smiles when Year 10 students dipped into a box of food items. …
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Identity

Identity 25 Nov 2022

Identity – Living out our faith

ERA for Change – Edmund Rice Advocacy Our Church year is organised around specific liturgical seasons, Feasts and Solemnities, so …
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Identity 25 Nov 2022

My Future Matters Program at UOW

On Tuesday the 15th November, our First Nations students from Years 7 -10 attended the University of Wollongong for the …
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Pastoral Care

Student Wellbeing 25 Nov 2022

From the Director of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing

This week our Year 10 students have been actively involved in a transition program which included an introduction to Peer …
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Sport

Sport 25 Nov 2022

2022 CDF Sports Awards

The Wollongong Diocese Sports Council Sports Awards were held for the 25th time on Friday 11 November at St Mary’s …
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Community Announcements

Careers Newsletter

In this issue: Wings over Illawarra Careers in Aviation Day, Have you considered a career in the Aviation Industry?, Have you considered a Defence Force Gap Year?, ACU News, Have you considered a Teaching career?, Are you planning your career?, UOW news

Please also access our careers site: https://www.erccareers.com which provides the latest information to help students make decisions about their future careers and life beyond school.

Mr Cajar
Careers Advisor

Community News

Aquathon is back

Wollongong Harbour – Thursday January 26 2023 Public Holiday.

Illawarra’s favourite all age community fitness event, MMJ Aquathon is back for 2023 and open for entries.

MMJ Aquathon is a fun, family-friendly, inclusive, community fitness event all ages can take part and support Lifeline Southcoast.

Held in and around the beautiful Wollongong Harbour there is a fun mix of Aquathons (swim and run) with distances suitable for kids, beginner’s to those out for a longer
challenge. You can do both parts or tag team and split the swim and run.

For those that prefer dry land, the new Blue Mile 5 Funrun or walk is perfect.

Finisher medals, safety and professional services, stalls, a fun vibe and awesome community spirit are just some of what makes Aquathon so special.

Check out all you need to know and join in aquathon.com.au
Stay connected
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AustraliaDayAquathon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquathon_australia/

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Change in Student/Family Circumstances/Contact Information/Medical Conditions

If any change has occurred/occurs in your family – separation, divorce, serious illness, the College should be notified as soon as possible. The College seeks to be supportive of families in such circumstances and such events always have a bearing on a child’s education. Likewise, a change of address, email or phone number (work, home or mobile) or emergency contact should be advised immediately.

If your son suffers from a medical condition it is vital that you inform the office of his condition and what treatment is required in an emergency. An emergency management plan must be developed for any students with serious conditions.

Please verify all information via the TASS Parent Lounge.

 

 

Uniform Shop

 

Year 11 2023 Blazer Fittings

Blazer fittings are now available at the Uniform Shop for Year 11 2023 Students during normal shop hours.

Year 7 2023 NEW STUDENT Uniform Fittings

As official school uniform supplier, Noone will be conducting new student uniform fittings commencing Thursday 20 October through to Thursday 15 December.

We invite you to book your son’s Uniform Fitting on-line: Head to https://www.noone.com.au/school/edmund-rice-college

Alumni Ties

Alumni Ties are still available for purchase for Year 12 2022 Students.

 

Uniform Shop Operating Hours 

Monday 12.00pm-4.00pm

Thursday 7.30am-11.30am

ERC Uniform Shop

Lisa and Linda

Telephone: (02) 9042 4735

erc@noone.com.au

112 Mt Keira Rd West Wollongong
2500 NSW, Australia
+61 2 4228 4344
office@erc.nsw.edu.au
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