manresa Issue Nยบ 47
Apr 2019
Contents
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principal's letter
from the rector
meet our wellbeing warriors
19 COLLEGE NEWS
26 Silas speaks on stress
27 IEY SECRETS TO HAPPINESS
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PARENTS AND FRIENDS
Old IgnatiAnS' ASSOCIATION
Old IgnatiAn News
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inspiring human excellence
FOUNDATI O N D O N O R THANK YO U
RESILIENCE DEMYSTIFIED
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tHE EXAMEN
SEVENHILL CELLARs
q&a WITH COLLEGE CAPTAINS
BECAU SE PA R ENT I NG doesn’t come w ith in s tr u c tion s
SchoolTV is a wellbeing resource designed to support modern-day parenting. It provides families with credible, positive information, using realistic and practical strategies, to raise safe, happy and resilient young people. SchoolTV is now available to all parents of Saint Ignatius’ College. This resource can be found under the Student Life section of the school’s website.
Principal's Letter peter coffey (Class of 1978)
In the many years in which I have been associated with Saint Ignatius’ College – first as a student and now as a member of staff and parent – I have come across a variety of terms that have specific Ignatian context or meaning.
Our other foundational beliefs, such as educating the whole person and forming men and women for others flow from cura personalis. All our activities in the classroom and in co-curricular should be viewed through this lens.
Perhaps the best known of these is the Latin phrase, Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam, which translates as To the Greater Glory of God. Our College motto, Deo Gloria, that is, To God the Glory, is a contraction of the original phrase.
In our new strategic plan for the next five years, our first two key priorities refer to Care of Students and Human Excellence. Within those priorities, their descriptors refer to ‘Supporting students with a system of care and culture that gives contemporary expression to cura personalis’, and elsewhere to ‘Developing the full potential of individuals to lead positive change in the world’.
I must admit to being enormously grateful to our founding fathers for their insight in selecting such an accessible and meaningful motto, which I find myself referring to all the time. As I say to students, if our actions are to give God glory, then they must essentially be loving, generous, compassionate, and forgiving, and this is an excellent foundation on which to build our community. The other Ignatian term that is probably as well known in schools is that of cura personalis, which translates from Latin as care of the individual. I think that all schools would have their own version of cura personalis, and I would not claim that Saint Ignatius’ College is unique in that regard. What may be unique for us, though, is how we then further explore our meaning of cura personalis. Importantly for us, we view each individual student in our care as created in the image and likeness of God – uniquely gifted and talented, and worthy of our best effort at all times.
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Our ambition for our students is great, and we may only be successful in this if they believe that our real concern for their wellbeing is at the heart of all that we do. I hope that all our students and families will experience cura personalis in action during the coming year, and that in reading this edition of Manresa, it is evident also.
Deo Gloria
Mr Peter Coffey Principal
"Our ambition for our students is great, and we may only be successful in this if they believe that our real concern for their wellbeing is at the heart of all that we do." mr peter coffey principal
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From the Rector fr peter hosking sj (Class of 1974)
Saint Ignatius was fascinated by the movements of the good and bad spirit in much the same way as modern psychology is with positive and negative emotions. He understood the value of reflecting on experience and appreciating what leads to consolation and interior freedom and what leads to the disordered affections of depression, indecisiveness, lack of zeal, agitation, compulsions, and addictions.
God’s doing, but rather embody that union and daily firm its bonds through mutual understanding and communal concern. For even great hardships in working to unite God and humanity better, hardships which would frustrate our best efforts if each worked alone, could surely be born and overcome by our shared courage and untied strengths. (Deliberations of the First Jesuits, Lent 1539).
Through personal reflection and selfhonesty, he discovered the deep peace and lasting joy that come from humble service. He discerned how to be drawn into this kind of love, rather than the superficial and transitory pleasures of fame and riches.
The origin of the word companion is linked with sharing bread and indeed celebrating communion. There are many examples of Jesus sharing food with others. Jesus chose to eat with the poor, the outcast, the rich, the sinner, the good, and those perceived to be bad. His hospitality was generous and inclusive. It welcomed all in openness and understanding.
Ignatius learnt to find God in all things. Every occasion, even the dispiriting ones, is an opportunity for us to find God. People who are open to God in this way learn to seek out rather than avoid challenges, persist in the struggle rather than give up, and appreciate rather than deflect criticism, and are inspired by another’s success rather than threatened. In his journey, Ignatius went down many blind alleys. Indeed, moments of great failure often became the moments of greatest transformation. One of the most significant stages of growth was when he developed from being a lone pilgrim to being with a group of companions. As they were considering becoming a new religious order 480 years ago, the early Jesuits reflected on what it meant to share community on mission together: We know full well that though we were weak people from regions far apart and of widely different customs, still the most kind and loving Lord had mercifully brought us together and made us one. So we came to agree that we must not undo
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We, too, are invited to find the dignity, destiny, and sacredness in every person. This is the basis of our cura personalis. We care because we are companions. We offer friendship and kindness to each and to all. Jesus encourages us to seek out and accompany those who are feeling lonely and lost, who do not receive enough care or friendship. As we grow in our cura personalis, we grow in our capacity to love and serve, to share our communion with all.
"We, too, are invited to find the dignity, destiny, and sacredness in every person. This is the basis of our cura personalis."
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Strength and Unity
Meet our wellbeing warriors
The Student Wellbeing Portfolio Group is contributing to the College's wellbeing strategy in a remarkable way. With a core purpose of better supporting the wellbeing of students in our College
community and promoting inclusivity across all year levels, the group is putting an original touch on our student care practices.
Better supporting the wellbeing of students in our College community and promoting inclusivity across all year levels.
group members (l-R): Antony Cameron, Sophie Beard, Jemima Leydon, Phoebe Baily, Grace Roberts, Tom Daw, Alana Stone, Leo James, Francesca Cehic, Nathanael Swan, Chloe Colgrave, Thomas Sheldon, Ashlee Leach, Emily Flaherty, Grace Parletta, Elizabeth taddeo and Ethan Mannix.
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21st Century Learning Kain Noack Head of Studies and Innovation
"Head, heart, hands"
What does 21st-century learning look like in an Ignatian context? At its core, Ignatian education is focused on cura personalis. As a college, our role is to equip our students with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the demands of an ever-changing modern world, in a manner where they can be agents of change, committed to service and justice. To do this, our students need to develop both cognitive and human skills (assets), and dispositions (habits of mind). That is, we want our students to be equipped with a skill set that allows them to demonstrate
moral excellence, whereby virtues of mind and character are expressed. It is this moral excellence that is central to our strategic vision of human excellence. To achieve this, our College seeks to develop learners who demonstrate an integrated union of the heart, head, and hands. Students develop essential knowledge and thinking processes across and through the learning disciplines (head), express that knowledge and thinking with others in a manner that is generous and outward looking (hands), whilst displaying complementary behaviours that will bring out the best in themselves and others (heart).
World-renowned education expert Sir Ken Robinson says, “Education is to enable students to understand the world around them, and the talents within them, so that they can become fulfilled individuals and active, compassionate citizens.� Our Ignatian perspective of developing the head, heart, and hands allows us to meet this purpose, one which is so necessary in today’s complex world. It is this holistic formation of our students that is at the core of cura personalis.
HEAD
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Curious
Grateful
Loving
Contemplative
Joyful
Generous
Discerning
Faith-filled
Courageous
Reflective
Hopeful
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We're building a gym! yes, finally, plans are underway for a long awaited gymnasium at the junior school, but this building promises to be so much more than that.
In 2021, Saint Ignatius’ College will celebrate 70 years of educational excellence in guiding young women and men to set the world alight. Fundamental to our formation of young people in our care, is to instil in our students joy and confidence in lifelong learning. We are excited to share with our community news of the development scheduled for the Junior School in late 2019. More than a gymnasium, it will also enrich the delivery of science and music, and enhance College events and the performing arts. Our dedicated gymnasium will be a welcome addition to the Junior School. Our students will be afforded greater opportunities to experience the benefits of physical education working in collaboration with peers, and encouraged to build on natural talents.
guest speaker, martin haese ('83) with interviewer leo james (year 11)
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Our STEM space will better provide for 21st-century learning needs with adaptive, agile, and flexible learning spaces. This contemporary space will help prepare our students for their transition to the Senior School, after which they will move into a workforce very different from what we know now. A sophisticated amphitheatre with an emphasis on natural light and a connection to the external landscape will create a modern space for performance and a platform for future leaders to build confidence in using their voice to champion change. The project will be funded through our College community, our Foundation Board, and responsible borrowing.
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inspiring Human Excellence – Building a contemporary space to support 21 st Century Learners and Leaders
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from the chair of foundation We are excited about the conceptual planning of the development at the Junior School to commence in late 2019. Detailed information will be sent out shortly, and on behalf of the Foundation Board, I encourage our community to support the development. Enhancing teaching and human excellence, this wonderful integrated learning hub for our future student leaders will be an exciting space. With the College striving for human excellence, the ongoing generosity and support of our community, past and present, is outstanding, and we have all
benefited from the generosity of families who have walked the path before us. Confidential discussions for giving can be arranged. Please contact Belinda Mears, Advancement Manager, at b.mears@ ignatius.sa.edu.au or on 8334 9356. Jay McGrath Chair of Foundation
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Foundation Donor Thank You 2017-2018 Thank you for your continuing support
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Resilience demystified Danielle verrilli & Joanna Kinniburgh junior school counsellors
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from tough situations and cope with life’s ups and downs. We all face challenges, so it is important to develop these skills in young people to enable them to manage the tough times and live with an optimistic outlook, making sense of the world and making connections with people. A child who is resilient displays an ability to learn from both positive and negative experiences and grow. They can build relationships/connections with others (establishing support networks), set realistic goals and work towards them, demonstrate good communication and problem-solving skills, manage emotions, and express empathy for others. It is vital that we understand that enhanced wellbeing and resilience is a process − a result of a lifetime of experiences, and skills that have been developed throughout, with a good measure of personality thrown into the mix. Much of the learning comes from our young person’s support network, through strong and caring relationships. Resilience can be nurtured but not forced. Each child will develop in their own time and in their own way, all being unique. But if we push too hard or try to force skills onto them before they are ready, they will respond to our stress and mirror our anxiety. Dr Kenneth Ginsburg, an American paediatrician, has identified seven Cs of resilience. Here they are briefly explained, with a few tips for how parents can help build each of these areas in their children.
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Focus any identified mistakes on specific incidents
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Model positive coping strategies on a consistent basis Understand that many risky behaviours are attempts to alleviate the stress and pain in kids’ daily lives
Confidence – a belief in one’s own abilities
Control – realising that you can control the outcomes of decisions
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Focus on the best in each child so that he or she can see that, as well Express the best qualities, such as fairness, integrity, persistence, and kindness Do not push the child to take on more than he or she can realistically handle
Connection − close ties to family and community that create a solid sense of security • •
Build a sense of physical safety and emotional security in your home Allow the expression of all emotions, so that kids will feel comfortable reaching out during difficult times
Character – the development of a solid set of morals and values to determine right from wrong, and to demonstrate a caring attitude towards others • •
Demonstrate how behaviours affect others Help your child recognise himself or herself as a caring person
Contribution − personal contribution that can serve as a source of purpose and motivation •
Competence − the feeling of knowing that you can handle a situation effectively
Empower children to make decisions Be careful that your desire to protect your child does not mistakenly send a message that you do not think he or she is competent to handle things
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Stress the importance of serving others by modelling generosity Create opportunities for each child to contribute in some specific way
Coping – the ability to cope effectively with stress
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Help your child to understand that most life events are not purely random, and that most occurrences are the result of another individual’s choices and actions Learn that discipline is about teaching, not punishing or controlling; use discipline to help your child to understand that his/her actions produce certain consequences
If you wish to discover more practical ways to support your children in developing resilience skills, please visit www.resilientyouth.org.au/freeresources
"A child who is resilient displays an ability to learn from both positive and negative experiences and grow."
Information about the Seven Cs Model of Resilience was adapted from: Building Resilience in Children, viewed 25 February 2019, https://www.healthychildren. org/English/healthy-living/emotionalwellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/ Building-Resilience-in-Children.aspx
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Better supporting our young carers the ignatian model project has been a significant development in the college's pastoral care program Mrs Elizabeth Robinson and Dr Manya Angley have both witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by students who are caring for loved ones at home. Both were young carers before becoming parents who watched their own children juggle school life and a busy home life as they cared for their siblings with a disability. In 2010, current parent Elizabeth and past parent Manya highlighted the often hidden nature of ‘young caring’ to the College Leadership Team. Subsequently, a project team was formed that set out to better understand how to support young carers and other students facing a broad range of adversity including chronic or significant illness and/or loss of a family member. With a strong desire to be able to better cater to the needs of young carers, our Principal, Mr Peter Coffey, along with Director of Student Wellbeing, Mr Robert Passaniti, became part of that project team. “Whilst any good school would hope that its pastoral structures would support students in their schooling, the nature of young people finding themselves in the role of carer potentially creates a totally different dynamic for them.”
The Ignatian Model project began with a thorough research process that involved staff and students. It sought to address two main areas of concern.
adversity without support, especially those whose caring roles are hidden and may always remain hidden, due to the nature of the caring.”
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How can a school better support students facing adversity during the course of their school life?
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How can a school better engage students and/or their families in letting them know how they can help during times of adversity?
Eighteen current Year 11 and 12 students have accepted an invitation to be part of a 2019 student reference group as part of the Ignatian Model project. These students are either young carers or they have experienced, or continue to experience, a diverse range of adversity throughout the course of their school life. The key purposes of the reference group are as follows.
One of the most successful initiatives to come from the Ignatian Model project was the implementation of the Ignatian Mentoring Program. Established in 2017, this program sees students being mentored by other students and Old Ignatians who have experienced the same or similar adversities while completing their secondary education. Elizabeth is proud to see the positive impact that the Ignatian Model project has had on the College’s pastoral care system, bringing the realisation of cura personalis in the care of our students to an even greater level. “We have all worked so hard and tirelessly to develop the model because we know how hard it can be for students facing
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Provide the opportunity for peer support amongst the group as well as the wider student body.
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The reference group provides authentic student voice in relation to the project.
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The reference group will underpin the foundations of the mentoring program into the future.
If you would like to learn more about the Ignatian Mentoring Program or the College’s Pastoral Care Program, please contact Mr Robert Passaniti, Director of Student Wellbeing, at r.passaniti@ignatius. sa.edu.au
"We know how hard it can be for students facing adversity without support, especially those whose caring roles are hidden." elizabeth robinson Current Parent
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College News
House Athletics carnival: Building on identity, relationships and community spirit The House Athletics Carnival has evolved to become one of the College’s largest community events. In 2018, the College introduced a combined format that sees Years 3-6 from the Junior School travel to the Senior School to participate in the annual day of competition and camaraderie. On Thursday 7 March, the success of the new format was once again upheld. The combined relay for students from Years 3 to 12 was a particular highlight of the
event, and symbolic of the unity that we strive to maintain between our campuses. A warm sense of belonging was strong on the day, as older siblings and friends wandered down from the top ovals to welcome and cheer on our younger Ignatians on the Bourke Oval. The Parents and Friends Committee, with the help of many generous parents, added to the feeling of connectedness with their inviting bake stall.
Events such as these are essential in the development of our whole-school identity, cross-campus relationships, and community spirit. It is important that we continue to look for ways to promote this cohesion amongst our campuses. Peter Joseph Cup for House Athletics Kostka 2631, Regis 2581, Campion 2509, Xavier 2374 House Spirit Cup Regis House
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College News
ORANGE POWER
Junior School students handed out orange balloons to local businesses along The Parade, Norwood on Wednesday 13 March in the lead up to the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. The aim of the initiative was to provoke conversation amongst members of the local community so to further spread their anti-bullying message. Left: Year 6 students with mr Paay and dani from argo on the parade
a new face for the JUNIOR SCHOOL TUCKSHOP Excitement was in the air on the morning of Friday 8 February when the new Junior School Tuckshop was officially opened to the community. We are grateful to our Parents and Friends and Foundation Board for their contribution to the funding of the impressive refurbishment.
Right: Ruby, isabel and stefania help out in the new junior school tuckshop
FLEXIBLE LEARNING SPACE OPENs at IEY
In early February, celebrations were held for the opening of our flexible learning space at Ignatius Early Years. We hope the new facility, named after Fr Athanasius Kircher SJ, a famous scientist born in Germany in 1601, will be a place of inspiration and abundant possibilities for our young learners. Right: inside the fr athanasius kircher bUILDIng
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2018 SACE subject MERIT CEREMONY
2018 was a very successful year for our Senior Year students with 50% of the class achieving an ATAR of 90 or above and many achieving their personal best. On 5 February, a group of recent graduates and current students of the College attended the presentation of South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) Stage 2 Subject Merits at Government House.
John Bian
Chinese (continuers)#,
English, Research Project
Siena Belperio
Research Project
Sophie Boots
Research Project
Daniela Borrello
Research Project
The names of students who received subject Merits in 2018 or in previous years are listed below:
Dale Gilbert
Georgina Bailey
Biology
Ella Hosking
Psychology
Lauren Baso*
Workplace Practices
Vitor Klein
Physics
Isaac Koszewski
Business and Enterprise
Jack Mencel
Ancient Studies
Daniel Belperio Mathematical Methods#, Physics, Research Project
Stefano Pala
Research Project
Lucy Palm
English
Sebastian Ricci
Chemistry, Physics
Charlie Roberts*^ Workplace Practices - Elite Athlete
Francesca Cehic* Mathematical Methods
Amy Tregenza
Biology
Andi Custodio Religious Education (Integrated Learning)
* = Year 11 student
# = achieved whilst in Year 11
^ = studied externally
Research Project
Whitney Hagenus Research Project Benjamin Hoffman Psychology
Sebastian Ricci was awarded the Governor of South Australia Commendation for Outstanding Achievement in the SACE. We congratulate these students and the Class of 2018 graduates, once again, on their achievements.
Merit recipients, John Bian, Francesca Cehic, daniel belperio and Isaac koszewski with mr peter coffey.
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College News
First days of school (JS & SS) 29 & 30 January 2019
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Around the college in pictures
MASS oF THE HOLY SPIRIT (SS) 1 February 2019
SRC induction liturgy (JS) 11 February 2019
House Swimming Carnival (SS) 8 February 2019
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College News
voluntary student mass (sS) 19 February 2019
year 7 activity day #1 (sS) 20 February 2019
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Getting along week (Js) 12-15 march 2019
Around the college in pictures
Year 8 Camp (ss) 13-15 march 2019
new parent cocktail party (Ss) 20 march 2019
new parent cocktail party (js) 21 march 2019
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Stress and perception SILAS HANSCH-MAHER (year 11)
Whether it’s an exam, running late, or something as small as a grammar mistake, we are all surrounded by potential stressors. But what’s really happening in our brains when we’re stressed? The stress response is activated whenever there is a risk or perceived risk to homeostasis, the body’s internal stability. It results in more blood being pumped to the muscles and brain, giving them more energy. Hormones called glucocorticoids are released, some of which improve the brain’s ability to learn and pay attention. One specific glucocorticoid hormone, called cortisol, makes you feel less tired. In the shortterm, stress can be incredibly helpful in enhancing brain function to find a solution to overcome a stressful situation.
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Whilst these effects are beneficial, in the long-term, glucocorticoids continue to be released with detrimental effects. In chronic stress, these hormones can inhibit brain cell growth in the hippocampus, a brain centre important in encoding memories, making it more difficult to form new memories. In the wider brain, they can speed up the ageing process and suppress the function of some neural
"Whether the stress response is activated is based on how stressful you perceive something to be."
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pathways important in decision-making, making it harder to make decisions that solve the stressful scenario. Cortisol, whilst helpful in the short-term, can result in sleep deprivation in the long-term, as a person finds it more difficult to fall asleep. These are obviously undesirable effects but, luckily, they are not unavoidable. Whether the stress response is activated is based on how stressful you perceive something to be. By changing how badly you perceive a situation, you can make yourself less stressed. So, the next time you’re running late to an event or send an email to the wrong person, just try to keep sight of how little it will actually harm you, and you might just find yourself feeling less stressed.
Our secrets to happiness Students of ignatius early years
what makes you happy?
oscar: playing with dinosaurs
Max: going to the park with my mum, dad, sister, grandpa and me!
Luca: when nonna buys me something special
Sophie: being susie's friend
kayla: playing animals
jonathon: my dad misses me when he goes to work
what Do you do for others to make them happy?
susie: when sophie fell over today i said "are you okay?"
arthur: share my toys
katelyn: when mummy's asleep i don't wake her up
madeline: giving people lego
Jack: buying mum a present
sophie: helping people pack up
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The Examen jacquie Mccabe head of ignatian ethos
learn how to benefit from thankful reflection with the Examen, practiced regularly by our staff and students.
the awareness examen THANKS
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It helps us to find peace in our day.
I begin by giving thanks to God for all the good things in my life.
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It reminds us to be grateful, joyful, and hopeful.
INSIGHT
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It reminds us to ask for forgiveness.
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We relax our bodies and release the stress of each day.
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We may stop making the same mistakes.
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And it helps us find God in all things.
The benefits of positive psychology are now well documented. The importance of gratitude and reflection in our lives is being promoted by numerous health professionals. Realising this over 450 years ago, Ignatius made it a part of his Spiritual Exercises, and included it in the Constitution for the Society of Jesus.
So, what are the benefits of the Examen?
What are the benefits of the Examen compared to mindfulness? The Examen gives us a way to build our relationship with God. By practising the Examen, we never run out of conversation with God as every day is different; every day brings new challenges, new joys, and new experiences. This way of praying, therefore, never runs dry. There is always a place for traditional prayer and prayers of petition, but the Examen helps us see our life through God’s eyes. God becomes present in all we do in our lives. And it builds relationship with God as a friend who is always ready for a chat. The Examen is also about joy and hope. We recognise all that is good in our lives, and pray for strength when we need to address issues and hope as we move forward each day. By quietening our mind and body each time before we pray, it becomes easier to enter more fully into this prayer. If we practise often enough, finding this quiet place amongst the busyness of our day also becomes easier.
The Awareness Examen is practiced every Wednesday at midday by all staff and students at the Senior School. At the Junior School, each class practices the Examen at their own preferred time of the week and at a level that is suitable for the age of the students. A copy of the Awareness Examen is provided on this page for members of our wider community to try for themselves in their own quiet time.
I ask God for help in understanding myself better, by seeing where God is in my day. REFLECTION I look back over my day. In all the things that happened how did I feel? What caused my feelings? How did they change during the day? What am I most proud of? What am I least proud about? FORGIVENESS I ask God for forgiveness for the moments during the day where I have in some way blocked God’s love in the world. I ask for the graces of healing and strength to do better and to be better. TOMORROW I look forward to the hope of another day. I ask God for what I desire for the rest of today and tomorrow. What do I want for myself and for others?
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Sevenhill Cellars
ThE Oldest winery in south Australia's clare valley region, sevenhill cellars is a rich blend of signature regional wines combined with a distinctive location renowned for its historic and spiritual qualities.
Sevenhill was established by Austrian Jesuits who had fled their country to escape political and religious oppression. Two Jesuit priests, Father Aloysius Kranewitter and Father Maximilian Klinkowstroem, travelled to Australia as chaplains to a group of 130 Catholics led by Franz Weikert, a Silesian farmer, whose vision was to establish a community in South Australia that could enjoy religious freedom. The immigrants settled near the township of Clare, and the Jesuits, impressed by the fertility of the local soil, purchased 100 acres of land in 1851, naming it Sevenhill after the Seven Hill district of Rome. Sevenhill Cellars was established in the following years to provide sacramental wine in the emerging Catholic parishes around Australia, beginning Sevenhill’s respected tradition of Jesuit winemaking. The underground cellar was excavated by hand, and the winery building was constructed from stone quarried on the property.
Local stone was also used to build Sevenhill’s two other significant religious landmarks. Construction of St Aloysius’ Church started in 1864 and, after several delays because of funding shortfalls, was substantially completed in 1875. The church has the only crypt below a parish church in Australia, which is the final resting place for 41 Jesuits. The college building, which operated as South Australia’s first Catholic secondary school from 1856 to 1886, was built in 1854, and also housed the Jesuit community and trainees. It remains the Jesuits’ home, and also hosts retreats and programs of spiritual awareness.
May SJ, who still works closely with the winemaking team and is a passionate advocate of Sevenhill and the Clare Valley.
As the only remaining Jesuit-owned winery in Australia, residing Jesuits are actively involved in Sevenhill's ongoing development in partnership with lay staff who share the ethos of building the Jesuit Mission to support works of charity and compassion throughout Australia.
Sevenhill's reputation reflects a commitment to the creation of distinguished wines that express the authentic styles and flavours of the Clare Valley. Integral to this philosophy are Sevenhill’s modern winemaking skills and highly prized vineyards that provide highquality, estate-grown fruit, some of which is sourced from vines among the oldest in the Clare Valley.
There have been seven Jesuit winemakers at Sevenhill, the most recent of whom is Jesuit Winemaker Emeritus, Brother John
Sevenhill’s current winemaking team is headed by Will Shields, who has more than 25 years of experience as a winemaker, with major stints in Western Australia’s Margaret River region and New Zealand. During his time at Vasse Felix and Clairault in WA, Will received a string of accolades, including as many as 50 awards. Allowing fruit to express itself is at the heart of Will’s approach to winemaking, along with a soft hand to achieve balanced, elegant wines.
Community offer
With a rich history with our national parish communities and schools, Sevenhill are excited to offer the Saint Ignatius’ College community two wine offers a year for the foreseeable future with an attractive discount. In addition for every six bottles of wine sold Sevenhill will forward $10 to the College Foundation
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in support of building the Saint Ignatius' College Foundation Bursary Fund. To find out more or to make a purchase visit: ignatius.sa.edu.au/community/sevenhill/
Sevenhill cellars in the clare valley region, south australia
Sevenhill cellars in the early 1900's
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Q&A with Francesca and Leo we took the opportunity to get to know our college captains, Francesca cehic and leo james, a little better with a few simple questions...
Francesca Cehic
Who is your hero? My parents. What is your biggest fear? I am so terribly afraid of spiders. What motivates you to work hard? I always strive to do my best in everything that I do, and so I believe this desire really motivates me to work hard and work to the best of my abilities. Where do you see yourself in five years? I would really love to be at university studying a medical degree, and I hope that in this time I have also had the opportunity to do some travel. Are you a clean or messy person? Very clean. In the evening, would you rather visit a relative, watch a movie, or read? Family is a really integral part of my life so I would always choose to spend time with them if I had the chance. What's your favourite family tradition? On Christmas Eve, all of my mum’s side of the family (about 35 of us!) go to Mass before going to my grandparents’ house for dinner. This side of my family is Lebanese, and so if you can imagine a huge dining room table, meant to seat about 10 people, but instead filled with both traditional Christmas food and Lebanese dishes, then that is the iconic way my family celebrate. What's your favourite fast food chain? Sushi Train. If you were a super-hero, what powers would you have? The ability to fly.
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Leo James
What was the last book you read? All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. If you were Principal of Saint Ignatius’ College what would be the first thing you would introduce? I love Saint Ignatius, so there isn’t really anything I could think of that would be worth changing. However, if I had to pick something, I would probably introduce vertical home group systems. What are you hoping to achieve by the end of your time as College Captain? Coming into this year, I was really passionate about ensuring that all students at the College feel supported and connected to their fellow peers. The entire senior leadership team and I are really striving to promote interconnectedness by organising initiatives to help bridge the gaps between year levels. We are also trying to create an inclusive, encouraging, and friendly tone at the College every day through our actions. So, it is my hope that by the end of the year, all students will have felt positively impacted by the 2019 senior leadership team. In particular, I hope that all new students to the College this year will have had the opportunity to experience the incredible sense of community that I believe is so ever-present at the College. On a more personal note, I would love to finish the year knowing that I have put all of myself into my role, having taken up every opportunity presented to me to not only make my last year at the College a memorable one, but more importantly to ensure all students have had a memorable year as well.
What did you want to be as a child? I’ve always wanted to do something that involves talking. My parents say I always used to ask billions of questions, and always had an argument for something. What would be your dream job? Working full-time in TV and radio! Who is your hero? My Opa (grandfather). What is your favourite childhood memory? I always wanted to go to the zoo because I loved animals, and still do! If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? A lamb yiros with a side of chips. If you could go back in time, what decade would you travel to? 1980s. Looks great on TV. What is the best gift you have been given? Family holidays. What is your favourite game of sport to watch and play? Favourite sport is soccer; love to watch and play. Some would say I’m obsessed. What motivates you to work hard? Setting myself goals, knowing that the rewards will come if you put in the effort. What are your hobbies? Everything to do with sport. Weekly radio show, I love playing and running and going
to the gym, watch as much as Netflix as I can in my spare time and listen to music! What do you like most about Saint Ignatius’ College? The community and the people. Never have I ever walked through another school ground and felt the same general sense of warmth. What are you hoping to achieve by the end of your time as College Captain? At the end of the year, I hope that I will be able to look back at a year where we achieved our goals as a leadership team, but also where I achieved my own personal goals. I hope that when I look at the younger years, I will see happy younger students whom I was able to connect with throughout the year, and who are more confident at school for the years ahead. And finally, it would be awesome to see our already strong community and culture further strengthened for the years to follow.
"I hope that I will be able to look back at a year where we achieved our goals as a leadership team, but also where I achieved my own personal goals." Leo James college captain
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Parents and Friends nik villios president
building on our strong sense of community
The Parents and Friends Committee is a voluntary organisation that supports the College in fundraising for the benefit of students in our College community. However, the committee does so much more. The committee aims to support the College community’s wellbeing by fostering a spirit of cooperation, goodwill, and friendship amongst parents, students, staff, and the wider community. It also provides information and support to current parents through social activities and events as well as providing initiatives to aid new parents to the College to network and receive support required. Whilst being the voice and representing the parents and friends of the College, the committee works closely with the College leadership to build that strong sense of community of which we can all be a part.
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Events and activities held by the Parents and Friends throughout the school year are either friend-raising or fundraising, or both, with funds raised committed to supporting initiatives that benefit current and future students, and friend-raising targeted at encouraging families to recognise the impact their contribution makes on their child. In 2019, the Parents and Friends are working to provide for community events such as the Family Fun Fair, which was held on Saturday 30 March at the Senior School. Once again this vibrant, family event was a huge success. A big thank you to all in our community for their generosity in support of the Fair. To be held later in the year is the Saint Ignatius Art Show, an official SALA event held at the Junior School over three days from 9 to 11 August.
The Saint Ignatius Art Show is an exciting high-quality exhibition of paintings, prints, drawings, digital works, sculptures and installations from established and emerging South Australian artists including works from Kaltjiti Arts in the APY Lands. This will be the 15th Saint Ignatius Art Show since it began in 2000 and has become an institution establishing a reputation for excellence within the local art community. Tickets for Opening Night will go on sale soon. For more information about the event and the artists please visit saintignatiusartshow.com.au The committee is always welcoming new members; if you wish to enquire more about the Parents and Friends Committee in general or would like to volunteer your time at any of our coming events, please email me at pandf@ignatius.sa.edu.au
SAINT IGNATIUS 2019 ART SHOW FRIDAY 9 AUGUST – SUNDAY 11 AUGUST SAINT IGNATIUS’ COLLEGE JUNIOR SCHOOL, 62 QUEEN STREET, NORWOOD
www.saintignatiusartshow.com.au
some of the stunning works on display at the 2017 saint ignatius art show
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Old Ignatians' Association Eddy glavas (class of 1992) President
launching our pilot Mentor program
The Old Ignatians' Association membership spans close to 70 years. As president, I am privileged alongside the OIA Committee and my predecessors to be custodian to close to 8000 members. Our membership community and our responsibility to support our members will endure beyond my lifetime. The association continues to strengthen ties with the College community, including Parents and Friends and the Foundation. Our sporting groups celebrate connection on and off the field in building trusting and enduring friendships, and celebrate their ongoing connection with the College as Old Ignatians. Reflecting on the outstanding work we all do in community engagement, I am excited to share with the community and our Old Ignatians that the OIA, with support from the Advancement Office, will be developing a Pilot Mentor Program specifically for our alumni. With a rich and
This is an opportune time for the association to support the next generation of leaders. Reflecting on my own journey, I place immense value on my time at Saint Ignatius’ College. Striving for the magis and cura personalis was at the heart of my education, and has influenced my own leadership journey. I am proud to see my own children benefit from the same ethos, noting the College’s strategic plan and priority to deliver human excellence is exciting. As an affiliate community group, we can as a collective continue to do this with our Old Ignatians. I am confident the OIA will deliver a unique experience to our community and drive sustainable engagement across different generations.
OLD IGNATIAN REUNIONS
40 Year Reunion – Class of 1979 Friday, 16 August 2019
10 Year Reunion – Class of 2009 Friday, 4 October 2019
50+ Year Reunion – Class of 1956 – 1969 Sunday, 10 November 2019
20 Year Reunion – Class of 1999 Friday, 11 October 2019
60 Year Reunion – Class of 1959 Friday, 10 May 2019
25 Year Reunion – Class of 1993/1994 Friday, 25 October 2019
Invitations will be sent out to Old Ignatians whose details we have recorded on our database.
30 Year Reunion – Class of 1989 Friday, 6 September 2019
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diverse membership group across many industries, we are calling for expressions of interest from our community for midcareer alumni mentors to be part of the development of the program.
To register your interest in becoming a founding mentor, or to seek further information, please contact Belinda Mears, Advancement Manager, at b.mears@ignatius.sa.edu.au
"Connecting Old Ignatians and sharing the Ignatian spirit with the broader community in a way that upholds Ignatian tradition and values."
UPDATE YOUR DETAILS To update your details, please contact Emily Chadbourne on 08 8334 9306 or at e.chadbourne@ignatius.sa.edu.au
Welcome to the wolf pack! On Friday 1 February, the College and the Old Ignatians Association welcomed the Class of 2017 and 2018 back to the College for a barbecue and a catch-up with their classmates, past teachers, OIA Committee members, and Old Ignatian sporting club representatives. It was great to see such a large, friendly crowd, and a big thankyou goes to the new OIA Committee members for helping out.
Above: alana anibaldi ('18), Franco chitti ('17), georgie bateman ('18), sam davies ('17) and Isabelle buchecker ('18). Top: some of the members of the oia committee who helped welcome back the classes of 2018 and 2017.
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Old Ignatians Football Club PAUL KIRCHNER (Class of 1977) PRESIDENt
The Old Ignatians Football Club enters 2019 with personnel changes off and on the field.
include Sam Janetzki ('07), Brad Jones ('16), Sam Boots ('16), Richie Baker ('06), and Dean Rossi ('04).
Damian Boots was appointed Senior Coach, and Kevin Whitford ('76) was appointed Director of Football. Damian and Kevin are both current parents of the College, and Kevin is a well-known Old Ignatian. Damian has coached various teams for many years, and has completed coaching courses at the highest levels. Kevin, a physiotherapist, worked with the Adelaide Crows for over 20 years. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and knowledge.
We enter the season with four men’s teams and one women’s team. Disappointingly, the A grade were relegated last year and will therefore play in Division 3 in 2019. The club did, however, have premiership success in the C grade and, sensationally, in their first year, the women’s team were premiers. Both teams are hoping to build on that success.
The club has welcomed back a number of Old Ignatians from various country and suburban locations. Players returning
2018 c grade premiers
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Preseason training began in late November, and up until early February we have had over 130 players attend. This sort of depth is critical to our ongoing success in the various grades.
The club is working on a number of initiatives including an improved website and memberships. Additionally, we continue to work with SACA to develop and enhance the usage of the amazing facilities at our home ground, Karen Rolton Oval (KRO). The season kicked off on 6 April, and we have our Player Auction Lunch on 14 April at the KRO. We then have the Past Players Day on 5 May, and Ladies Day on 18 May at KRO. Our Sponsors Day will follow on 20 July. The OIFC continues to welcome our recent Old Ignatians and Aquinas College students, and we look forward to continued success in 2019.
Old Ignatians Cricket Club Joe jones (class of 2010) president
What a season it has been! At the time of writing, all four regular-season teams are firmly entrenched in the top four of their respective divisions, and are well in contention for finals. Not only that, our A and B grade Twenty20 teams have had tremendous success, with the B grade going down to a Port Power-filled Grange line-up, and A grade winning a nailbiter against Ingle Farm to progress to the grand final against Adelaide Lions. To have one or two teams playing finals is all you could ask for. To have all four teams in contention is nothing short of outstanding, and is a testament to the playing group we currently have. A very good mix of youngsters and veterans makes for enormous fun each game.
In my first year of presidency for the club, I have really had an opportunity to fully grasp how much Saint Ignatius' College and the Old Ignatian community do for us. It cannot be understated just how good the facilities and grounds are at the College, and we are very grateful for the chance to be able to use them. We hope that the College is proud of our achievements so far, and we look forward to continually representing Saint Ignatius' College and the community for many years to come.
(Mark Carey), Prospect Conveyancing (Geoff Stevens), and Red Star Insurance (Matt Devine). We look forward to the rest of the season, and hope to report back with several premierships!
What also cannot be understated is how much our sponsors do for us. It would be remiss of me to not thank our major sponsor, the Lord Melbourne Hotel, and gold sponsors, AFM Services (John Zerella), Integrated Property Solutions
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Old Ignatians Soccer Club michael Pannunzio (class of 2006) secretary
OISC is looking forward to an exciting season 2019 where the club looks to build on the positive foundations laid in 2018 and reap the rewards of all the hard work that has been put in. Season 2018 ended very positively for the club. The men’s A grade finished in midtable in their first season back in Division 1 after a long, gruelling season. The C grade secured their second league title in a row. The women’s team won their second consecutive league title in 2018. With over 100 registered players, the club is looking to once again field five men’s and one women’s team in 2019. We are once again fortunate to have many recent graduates of the College join the club. At an administrative level, Julian Soriano (’10) is the new president, replacing the long-serving Nicholas Tallarida (’05), with Michael Pannunzio (’06) and Steven Sinclair (’05) continuing as secretary and treasurer. Season 2019 sees OISC continue to play at the Glenunga Hub, having recently
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been issued with a five-year lease to make this our long-term home facility. A particular highlight coming this season is on Saturday 27 July, when OISC will be hosting rivals St Peter’s, whilst Old Ignatians Football Club will be playing against Glenunga Football Club at the same facility. It is great to see that the club has such great depth in both the men’s and women’s squads, with the resulting competition for spots in all sides set to bring the best out of everyone on the field and the training track, which we are confident will lead to good results on match days. The A grade, led by coach Daniel Rossi (’05), will look to push towards the top of Division 1 after having maintained their Division 1 status season. The B grade will also look to push on from their fourthplace finish in 2018, whilst the C grade will look to make it three championships in a row after having secured back-to-back titles. The D and E grades will also aim to remain competitive in a league where they come up against opponents’ first and
second sides, with the players looking to learn and develop their skills on the field. The women’s side, led by new coach, Andrew Grgic, will look to be as successful in the FFSA divisions as they were last season. The women’s side took out the FFSA Division 4 league title, making it three trophies in consecutive seasons. The team have welcomed a number of new players to breathe some fresh and new talent into the team. We invite all members of the College community − those who want to continue their soccer careers, those just starting out, and those who are just looking for a great social culture − to come along to a training session and join OISC. We also invite all members of the Ignatian community to come to one of our home matches, enjoy the new facilities, and mingle with some familiar faces. Find us on Facebook or at oisc.com.au for details, fixtures, and latest news.
Division 5 men’s side (C Grade)
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Old Ignatians Netball Club Jean-marie nguyen (class of 2014), secretary alex besanko (class of 2005), president
The 2018−19 summer season saw rises in not only temperatures on Tuesday nights, but also the quality of netball produced by the club. Coming off a strong and successful 2018 winter season, we saw the club hit new heights competing in the highest grade in our club’s illustrious history. With many players unavailable over the off-season, we welcomed many new and many familiar faces. We welcomed back to the Wolf Pack Old Ignatians Lucy Vari (’16), Rose Herman (’16), Lucy Caretti (’14), Olivia D’Onofrio (’14), Annie Manson (’14), and Demeter Scanlon (’08), all of whom have made positive contributions to their respective teams.
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Our opposition were left seeing double when the McCarron sisters took to the court. Caitlin McCarron (’18) debuted alongside her older sister, Ellie McCarron (’12), a relative ‘veteran’ of the club. This dynamic duo is a force to be reckoned with. Natalie Skinner (’11) also stepped it up, filling in for the top side and terrorising opposing mid-courters. Our strong performances this summer have seen several teams regraded, which is indicative of consistent improvement. The club hopes to secure premiership wins this season, setting us up confidently for the upcoming winter season. Off the court, it is pleasing to note the number of Old Ignatians who have volunteered their
time and joined the committee this year. It is an exciting time of change for our club, with several ‘young’ Old Ignatians stepping up into leadership positions. We are looking forward to what season 2019 will bring for our proud club. If you are interested in joining the charge or would just like some more information, please feel free to contact our secretary, Jean-Marie Nguyen, via iggies.secretary@ gmail.com or visit our facebook page www.facebook.com/iggies
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Pursue your passion professional basketball player for the italian national team, nicole romeo (CLass of 2007), opens up about her journey so far
Home for Nicole I am currently living in south-east Sicily, in a city called Ragusa. Quite isolated from the typical tourist spots of Venice, Milan, and Florence, which you think of when living in Italy, Ragusa is a small city and quite beautiful, with an original feel, and rich in Italian culture. The food, wine, beaches, and small, rustic, alleyway restaurants are always top of the list of things I like to explore when I have time. Unfortunately, I don’t get back to Adelaide often. I spend around eight months playing overseas, and I bought an apartment in Melbourne, so when I do get a chance to come to Adelaide, it is just for short visits to see my family and friends. On tackling the native language It is times like this that I wish I paid better attention in my Italian classes at school. I had a great relationship with my Italian teacher, Mr D’Onofrio (I am sure he is reading this now, so I had better mention this story). One lunchtime, I was training in the school gym, and Mr D'Onofrio came
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up to me asking for the ball. He started dribbling between his legs like he was Kobe and basically showing me how it was done. Of course I rolled my eyes and was telling him he was dreaming. Next thing I know, after a few behind-theback dribbles, 360 moves I hadn’t seen before, he throws up this shot and nails a 3-pointer! Turns to me with complete satisfaction, and I say “Lucky!” He gets the rebound and shoots again. Of course it goes in – he runs around the gym with a huge smile, and I am sure it has become the greatest highlight of his non-playing career showing me how it was done! All I can now say is I wish my Italian was as good as his basketball skills! How it all began I started playing basketball when I was five years old. I fell in love with the game at a very young age, and haven’t stopped playing. I have represented South Australia in state competitions, was awarded a full academic/basketball scholarship at the University of Washington, Seattle, and have competed in many leagues in Australia, Germany, Spain, Turkey, and now Italy, and I am going into my 11th year at a professional level.
competing for a spot to represent Italy in the upcoming 2020 Olympics. On the pressure to perform At a professional level, the mental and physical sides of sport become equally important. I train my mind just as hard as I train my body. There is always pressure to perform, and there is no secret answer to it. For me personally, I deal with pressure by putting in extra hours of hard work, often repetitive, so when the time comes, I know I have put myself in the best situation to be successful. Sometimes the outcome is positive and sometimes it isn’t, but that is where the mental strength/ training comes in, so that you learn from each experience to grow and not give up. Tips to play professionally • • •
Dedication Relentless persistence Sacrifice
These are probably the three biggest things you have to be committed to. It is a full-time job. A standard day usually involves around four to six hours of training, lifting weights, video, scouting opposition teams, therapy, and treatment.
Career highlights I’ve been fortunate to have won a couple of championships, both nationally and internationally, so that is always one of the highest achievements in sport. If I had to choose the most special/personal achievement, it would be my most recent – selection in the Italian national team and
There are so many highs and lows in sport, and always challenges and sacrifices to make, especially growing up. Do I go to the 18th birthday party, or prepare my body for the game tomorrow? Can I go to ‘schoolies’ with my friends, or do I compete in a basketball tournament interstate? Now
that I am older, and having played for so long, I question whether I spend another eight months of a year on the other side of the world, away from family and friends and the comforts of home. I have always tried to find a balance as well as I can. The pros of course are traveling the world, meeting new people, and getting paid to do what I love. Her other interests When I am not playing basketball overseas, I run a small business in Melbourne – Romeo Basketball. I have specialist programs running throughout
various schools, basketball academies, and camps across Melbourne covering all facets of basketball, designed to improve skills and maximise enjoyment of the sport. The key objective is to motivate and inspire a healthy and active lifestyle while providing a platform for social development and inclusion. Her fondest memories of school I was far from a model Ignatius student. I was often late to school, and was a master of procrastination, and distracting my fellow classmates was a speciality, as most of my reports would indicate. One thing I do remember is always making a
great connection with my teachers. They held me accountable, and always put me in a position to be successful and achieve my goals. What she learnt from her education Probably the most valuable thing I learned from my time at school is that you have to be a well-rounded person. Education is a key to success – be dedicated to your study and continue to pursue your passion. Be compassionate and respectful, and most importantly, stay true to your values.
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Old Ignatian News WEDDINGS & engagements
Gabrielle Klingberg (‘06) and ben caruso (‘07) married on Saturday 2 february 2019 at the Chapel of the Holy Name, Athelstone.
William Upton ('08) married Juliana Chaparro Peinado on 26 August 2017 in Medellin, Colombia.
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Mirella Vagnarelli ('07) and Cuong Phan were engaged on 31 august 2018.
ENGAGEMENTS & Births
Hannah Klingberg (‘03) and Phil Harrington were engaged on 10 February 2019.
jessica de ionno (nee guerra - '05) and her husband donato welcomed a baby girl, daniela eni de ionno, on 19 october 2018.
Holly di padova (nee Campbell - '01) and her husband Vince welcomed a baby boy, Sebastian Wayne Dino Di Padova, on 19 February 2019.
Amanda Maddern (nee Hodgson - '07) and her husband Carl welcomed a baby girl, Hannah Elise maddern, on 1 August 2018.
Abby Willoughby (née Warhurst-‘03) and her husband josh welcomed baby girls, Florence Aileen Rose & Clementine Josephine Queenie on 14 August 2018.
REQUIESCANT IN PACE Our sympathy is extended to the families and friends of: Old Ignatians Derek John Newman ('77) Richard Thomas Pacholski ('79) David St John Astill ('77) Daniel Marc Taylor ('92) Tom Hardy ('06)
Community Peter Ranembe Morgan Fr Geoffrey Schneider SJ Jerica Lofts Maria Ciaravolo Elspeth Ruth Munday Ennio Ferraretto Gerald O'Callaghan Barbara Karin Skrzypiec
Olive Claire Gibbens Dean Andrew Clark Ruth Isabel Smith Hung Quoc Tran Samuel Ranjan Nitchingham Andrew James Goodfellow
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