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ISSUE 4
Galen Catholic College Newsletter APRIL 23, 2021
2012 Graduate Des Flanagan to star
in Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Sometimes dreams do come true - often through shear hard Beautiful Game with Manilla Street Productions. Other credits
work and determination. This is certainly the case for 2012 include Grease the Arena Experience (Harvest Rain) and The
Galen Alumni Des Flanagan who was last week announced Songs of Pasek and Paul: You Will Be Found. Screen credits
as one of the leading cast members in the upcoming stage include the short film Rabbits, written and directed by Riley
show, Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Cast as Christian, Des will Sugars, for which he was nominated for Best Lead Actor at
perform alongside fellow lead Alinta Chidzey as Satine at Black Bird International Film Festival New York.
Melbourne's Regent Theatre.
In just the past few days Des has appeared in a number of
media channels including The Age, Herald Sun, Channel 7,
9, 10 and of course his Galen Drama teacher Julie Nolan is
over the moon. “I am absolutely thrilled for Des, that he has
landed this wonderful, life-changing role. It was clear from
the moment Des took to the stage in the College Produc-
tions, that he was destined to shine. An extremely talented
performer with a wonderful work ethic, who was very
popular amongst the cast and crew.”
From his role as the Tin Man
in Galen’s 2012 production of
Wizard of Oz to the big stage
is an amazing achievement
from Des’s humble beginnings
growing up in Beechworth.
Des commented, “I was lucky
enough to see the show (Mou-
lin Rouge) on Broadway and
was struck by how immersive
the entire experience was; it Tickets to Moulin Rouge! The Musical went on sale in Febru-
was like nothing I’d seen be- ary 2021, breaking the Regent Theatre record for the single
fore. It’s been a dream of mine biggest day of pre-sale tickets sold, ahead of performances
to play this character, and to be scheduled commencing August 13, 2021.
able to do so in my home state
is extremely special.” Des stud- The Australian production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will
ied Musical Theatre at the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) not only be the first international production of the musical,
and since graduating had landed a number of roles. These but due to the ongoing Broadway shutdown, Melbourne will
include a short stint on Neighbours in 2017, and a number of be the only place in the world the show can be seen when
musicals. A highlight being Handa Opera’s West Side Story on performances begin in August. Everyone at Galen wishes Des
Sydney Harbour and he most recently played Thomas in The all the best!
2021
Faith in our Future
Galen Catholic College acknowledges the Traditional
Owners of country the Yorta Yorta Nations including all 8
clan groups and recognise their continuing connection to
land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their
Elders past, present and emerging.
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Our Faith. Our Story.
Our Learning Our Community Our Culture
Our Identity.
1. Our Faith. Our Story. Our Identity.
Living with Faith & Integrity
Our faith is nourished through Gospel values woven through every dimension of life at Galen.
2. Our Learning
Growing through Learning
Our learning is provided in a meaningful, student-centred stimulating environment that engages, supports and recognises individual aspirations and achievements.
3. Our Community
Connecting as Community
Our community values the reciprocal relationships that foster and enhance success in our broader community.
4. Our Culture
Enriched by our Culture
Our culture supports life-long learning, as well as a positive, inclusive and collaborative educational environment directed towards becoming leaders in learning.
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Faith Integrity Respect Self Team
LEARNING & TEACHING AT GALEN
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LEARNING & TEACHING AT GALEN
Year 7 Camp
FIRST, in so many ways. The first camp for year 7 students. in the rain, mud, on the ropes, attached to a harness, with
The first time we all were together. The first time for a F.I.R.S.T the bow and arrow, in the dining room or on the walk up the
camp (Faith, Integrity, Respect, Self, Team). As our four coach- hill, will last forever and so might the bonds we made. Bye
es drove past Mt. Beauty and up the winding way towards for now, Howmans Gap, see you again next year, for another
Bogong Village the weather decided to give us an extra F.I.R.S.T camp.
challenge, RAIN! ‘Anyone can do adventure in fair weather’
they said. ‘Us, Galen students and staff are tougher than that, Jonas Anderberg
bring on the rain’. Junior School Leader
It does make you proud to be Galen when you see students
and staff working together. Completing challenge after chal- View the Year 7 Camp video on YouTube at:
lenge, in trying conditions without even acknowledging that
the weather could be a tad better. The memories we formed https://youtu.be/mPqMZTkEIb0
Year 8s to feature in
Elemental Exhibition
Year 8 students Abbey McLaughlin, Charlie White-
church and Emily Younger are will be featured in a
show titled 'Elemental' at Wangaratta Library's Bainz
Gallery. The Opening evening is Thursday the 22nd
April. The three students will also speak at the Where
Arts Meets Science event which will be held at the
GOTafe Auditorium, Wangaratta on Thursday 29 April,
5.15pm – 7.00pm as part of GANEAA's Across The
Arts Forum.
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Yr 9 Photography/Print
Mrs. Bourke and Mrs. Hunter’s yr 9 Photography/Print classes
have spent the term focusing on a range of ‘camera-less
photography techniques’. We completed many fun and
interesting tasks including making a Cyanotype and making
a Photogram. This involved using the darkroom chemical
process. Going into the darkroom was a strange but fun
experience and we felt more confident in the processes by
the end of the term.
Our final assignment, and the highlight for many of us, was
to create a functional pinhole camera. We taped and painted
the inside of a shoebox or milo tin black and cut a finger-
sized hole into the side. Then we covered the hole with a
metal sheet that had a pinhole in the centre. This would be
the lens. Before we used the cameras we needed to make a
shutter with black paper. This kept the light from entering us got a successful image, and to think it was with a home-
the box until the shutter was pulled down and the light could made camera!
enter. We then placed some photo paper on the inside of the
camera, opposite to the pinhole in the darkroom. The we We look forward to learning about Pop Art and the lino-print-
went out to take our photographs. After 5 or so minutes of ing process next term.
the camera in position, we could cover it up again and return
to the darkroom, to complete the chemical process and Written by Sarah McInnes and Hannah Mason
reveal the image. We had a range of final results, some more Photo’s by Eva Kelly and Elody D’Agostino
successful than others. But we were impressed that most of
Stronger Rally Bendigo
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Term 2 Parent Information Sessions
Good afternoon Galen Parents/Guardians, Term 2 - Winter Uniform
The start of term 2 marks the start of wearing winter uni-
I hope your children have all had an enjoyable break and are form. The school will allow a 2 week transition period for
ready for the start of term 2 this Monday 19th April. students to move into the winter uniform as the temperature
Please find below some important parent information for the starts to fall.
start of Term 2. Monday 3rd May (Week 3 – Term 2) will be the date that all
students must be in their winter uniform.
Kirra Pendergast – Safe on Social expert Parent work- Students also now been provided with a hook in their locker
shop – Thurs 29th April – 6pm Galen College Auditorium to hang their school blazer if they decide to take it off. Please
Galen Catholic College is excited to welcome social media find attached the school uniform policy and brochure for
expert Kirra Pendergast. Kirra has over 20 years experience reference.
in cyber safety and has taught online safety to over 400,000
students across Australia. Kirra will be visiting Galen on Vaping – A webinar for parents and carers – Thursday
Thursday 29th April and Friday 30th April. 22nd April – 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Headspace has passed on the information below for all
On Thursday 29th April at 6pm in the Galen College Audito- parents and carers in regards the increase in cases of young
rium Kirra will deliver a Parent/Guardian information session. people vaping across Australia. The information provided
All parents are encouraged and invited to attend this very will be via a FREE webinar and will require registration.
worthwhile information session. Please click on the link below to register;
www.eventbrite.com/e/vaping-a-webinar-for-parents-
Below is a summary and description as to what will be and-carers-tickets-147025343761
covered in the parent information session. Please see
attachment also.
Concerned about your children’s safety on social media?
Looking for the answers but not sure where to turn? The Safe
on Social Media presentation and Q&A session delivers real
life case studies and strategies to help parents support their
children.
Topics covered but not limited to:
• Online safety and using social media with awareness.
• What you signed up for – we explain terms and condi-
tions of use and what they mean.
• Keeping your personal information private.
• Sexting and image-based abuse and the law. (age-
appropriate).
• Online stranger danger and what grooming might look
like and what to do.
• Cyber-bullying, online harassment, and how to report it.
• Known scams, hoaxes, deepfake, fake news, and misin-
formation.
• Group Chats and strategies to manage them better.
• Identity theft.
• Legal responsibilities.
• Privacy settings. If you have any questions or concerns in regards to any of
• Online gaming safety. the information above please let me know. We look forward
• Strategies to build resilience to welcoming all of our students for the commencement of
• Posting and sharing photos and the law. term 2 on Monday 19th April.
• Respectful online relationships and consent.
• How to create a positive digital footprint. Pat Arcuri
We also leave plenty of time for questions. Deputy Principal – Staff & Students
We also cover the most popular social media apps and Pat.Arcuri@galen.vic.edu.au
trends what they are, how they work, security, and privacy
tips for safe use as we know “don’t” doesn’t work.
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Focus on VET
VET BUILDING VET ENGINEERING
The Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-appren- There is a shortage of metal workers in Victoria, with only
ticeship - Carpentry is a first step to getting an apprentice- 44% of vacancies filled in 2018. Demand for metal fabricators
ship in the building industry or in carpentry. It is a compre- and tradespeople is expected to rise, making this a perfect
hensive course based on hands-on experiences. It involves time to choose Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in
both theory and practical skills in building and construction, Engineering Pathways (Fabrication and Mechanical Stream).
with an emphasis on carpentry. This course aims to help Fabricators and metal workers work across a wide variety of
students to complete broad-based training in housing and fields and industries. Typical tasks may include assembling
commercial construction, equipping you with the type of and dismantling precision instruments, repairing and replac-
skills and knowledge an employer looks for when hiring an ing defective machinery parts, reassembling articles using
apprentice. This comprehensive course covers all aspects hand and power tools, calibrating precision instruments and
of domestic carpentry and is the perfect starting point for a welding machine parts to join pieces or repair faults.
career in the building and construction industry. Our course, You’ll graduate ready for a job in various employment sec-
specialising in carpentry, covers all skills and knowledge tors such as the food industry, pharmaceuticals, mining, and
required for domestic building, at the entry level, including construction.
all the tools and equipment used by carpenters.
Carpenters are the key players in domestic house construc- • Boilermaker
tion - they're the first on site, and the last to leave. • Vehicle Mechanic
While carpenters have their specific skills and tasks to per- • Manufacturing Tradesperson
form in the building process, carpenters must have knowl- • Machinery Mechanic
edge of all other trades, as a carpenter's work often accom- • Metal Fabricator
modates the other trades who follow them. • Toolmaker
• Ducting Fabricator
Career opportunities, include:
• apprentice carpenter
• trades assistant in the building industry
• labourer
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Monday 29th March the VET Agri-
VET culture students visited GrainCorp
in Dookie where Brenton Doig the
AGRICULTURE site manager gave them a tour of
the facilities. After a record harvest
it was great to see the site still a hive
of activity with lots to talk about.
Brenton gave the students an over-
view of what a Workplace Induction
looks like for a commercial farm
business as well as information on
the company. The students learnt the
process of ‘sampling’ when the trucks
arrive with a load of wheat, barley or
canola and the final destination for
them all. Brenton was able to step
the students through the company
policies, OH & S procedures and work
health and safety procedures. It was
a valuable day and everyone came
away with a greater understanding
of work health and safety processes.
VCE VET SPORT & RECREATION
Term 1 was a busy one for our VCE VET Sport &
Recreation students. Our Unit 3 & 4 students have
been exploring Work Health & Safety in a recrea-
tion context going Bike Riding and Rock Climb-
ing and assessing the potential risks and how to
minimize these to keep clients safe.
Students also worked with Matt Dillion from Blue
Earth looking at different ways to engage peo-
ple in physical activity. These experiences help
to build confidence and broaden our student’s
“tool kits” of skills to be able to apply to their own
coaching competencies.
Working with our CREW Primary Schools is one of
our favorite things to do. The Unit 1 & 2 students
have been fortunate to work with Chaye Crimmins from Netball Victoria to help develop skills and knowledge about teaching
Netball skills and games to Primary school students. They are about to embark on a 5-week series of coaching clinics where
they work with grades 5 & 6 students to teach them the basics of Netball and run a round robin competition at their school.
We look forward to sharing photos of this experience soon.
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2021 Galen Bookmark
Design Competition
Winner
The Galen 2021 Bookmark Design Competition has been won
by Aaron Cole, with his original drawing (pictured below). The
competition this year was very strong, with
entries received from all year levels. Aaron’s
design was chosen for its unique, engaging
and skillful interpretation of a love of
reading and books.
The design has been printed onto 200
bookmarks that have been handed out to
classes and staff. So far the response has
been very positive, with many blown away
by Aaron’s design. There are still copies
available at the library circulation desk for
anyone that would like to adorn their read-
ing
material with a unique piece of art!
If you are inspired by Aaron’s design, the
2022 design competition will be launched
in term 4 when all students will have the
opportunity to submit their original design.
Will your artwork be the 2022 winner?
Sara Korman - Head of Library
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Galen’s Alumni - Our Young Achievers
Galen Alumni (2019 graduates) Madalynn Baumanis and the local Galen and Zonta communities have given me
Rutvik Chaudhary had the honour of attending the 2021 so much.”
7News Young Achiever Awards last Friday, alongside local
MP Tania Maxwell, Cr Ashlee Fitzpatrick and Galen Teacher Rutvik was there to represent the Galen VEX Robotics Kibo
Maree Timms. A fabulous Wangaratta Contingent. Team, who were nominated by local state MP Tania Maxwell.
Tania has been a great supporter of Galen VEX and wanted
Maddy was a semi finalist in the Leadership Award ( Nomi- to showcase their success in representing Australia in the
nated by ZONTA members) for her leadership and volunteer first KIBO Robotics Programming Challenge 2020.
efforts with Mental Health activities, Zonta Birthing Kits and
STEM Initiatives throughout her time at Galen through a the Tania: “I’m in awe of what these students have achieved. To
VEX Robotics Program and her volunteering experiences at represent Australia to successfully complete a space mission
the VEX National and World Championships, as well as on the International Space Station was incredible. To have
leading “Girl Powered” workshops in the community. these students be part of the Young Achiever Awards will
show others what regional students can achieve. It will also
Lindsay Fiddes: “Zonta have recognised Maddy’s leadership inspire the team to see what others have achieved. Such a
abilities and potential, through winning the Zonta 2019 vast array of talented young people on show at the
Young woman in Public Affairs Award, and it was wonderful awards ceremony.”
to see her get to the semi finalist stage in the Young Achiever
Awards. We all are keen to continue following Maddy’s Rutvik: “It was an incredible evening, and we can’t thank
future journey” Tania enough for nominating us. To get up on the stage and
represent not only the Galen VEX Kibo Team but the whole
Maddy: “To be nominated was a great feeling, then to get to Galen VEX Program was a huge honour for me. Seeing what
the semi final stage was absolutely incredible, especially af- the winners have achieved blew my mind, young people
ter seeing all the other nominees and winners on the night. I creating world breaking medical research to multi-million
feel so grateful for the opportunities that have come my way. dollars start ups. It was crazy to be placed in the same
I hope that I will continue to give back to the community, as spotlight as these incredible people.
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Year 8 Science under the microscope
Ruby & Audrey
Plant root section Spinal chord
Charlotte &
Georgie Headlice Tongue taste buds
Year 8 students have been enjoying using microscopes, as an introduction to their “Cells” topic. Galen Science
Dept has a wide variety of pre-prepared scientific microscopic slides, the students were fascinated at what they
were seeing through the eyepiece.
Project Compassion
2021
Thank you to all of the staff, students and families who
helped to support Project Compassion this year. We
ran many activities including sausage sizzles, a casual
clothes day, putting Project Compassion boxes in
homerooms, an Easter egg raffle, a flower drive and
a coin line. In total this year we were able to raise
$4,560.22. Congratulations Galen for coming together
and supporting this worthy cause.
11 | www.galen.vic.edu.auStrong family ties to Galen at Deakin Res
“I was very impressed with how modern everything was and
how comfortable I felt being there. Deciding to live on res
was an easy decision as it’s a great way to meet new people
and form new friends.”
Deakin was Jasmine’s top pick because of the flexibility of
her course, offering plenty of free electives for her to explore
other design subjects. Her decision to live on campus was
actually made before she even chose her university. “I didn’t
want a long commute or to have to rely on public transport,
Moving away from home to attend university has and I recognized that living on campus was a good way to
long been a rite of passage for many students and ease myself into independent living, and the perfect way of
for Henry and Hailey Silva, and Lachlan and Jasmine sharing the experience with people like myself.”
Carboon, living on campus at Deakin Res has become
somewhat of a family tradition. Funnily enough, all Whilst only a few weeks into the year, Lachlan loves the resi-
four are also graduates of Galen Catholic College. dential environment. “I enjoy meeting new people and creat-
ing new networks, so it only took me one night to become
Henry and Hailey, siblings from the small country town of close friends with everyone in my room. I’ve also really en-
Myrrhee in Victoria’s north-east, both currently call Deakin’s joyed the pool tables they have on res. It’s great way to relax
Burwood campus home. Hailey is studying Environmental after a big day and have some fun.” Having lived on campus
Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology), first moving for a few years now, Jasmine appreciates “…the freedom, the
onto res in 2019, whilst Henry, studying Biomedical Science, people and the fact that it’s super easy to get to class. Deakin
arrived this year. Res is always holding events like food trucks, live music,
morning walks and board game nights, which I love.”
Hailey was first to set the trend in her family, electing to study
at Deakin because of the high ranking of her course of study. Whilst some might think it’s not ideal to move away from
Choosing to apply to live on campus, she notes that she was home only to then end up living in the same residence and
keen to find “…a community where I could connect with peo- at the same campus as your sibling, Henry actually highlights
ple with similar interests.” Safety was also a top priority. “I was it’s been of great benefit. “It’s nice, when I feel homesick I
also looking for somewhere that felt safe as a young woman have a member of my family close at hand.” Hailey also adds,
moving out of home for the first time, and res provided that.” “…it’s been great so far, we’ve been able to support each
Choosing to study and live on campus was also an easy other through the transition of moving, and in our day to day
decision for Hailey’s brother, Henry, who notes that Deakin lives.” Lachlan has also had a similar experience.
offered the course in which he was interested, and multiple
family members including cousins, his parents and more “I enjoy having my sister on campus because she has experi-
recently, his sister, had all studied at the university. ence being at Deakin. She knows where everything is and
how everything works. It’s great when I am travelling around
Henry and Hailey note that living on campus offers a num- the campus and I run into her and get to have a little chat.”
ber of benefits. “There’s lots of nice people, the internet is
much better than at home, classes are close to where I live When asked if living on campus at Deakin Res had lived up to
and my roommates are awesome” says Henry. He’s also loved their expectations, all four provide a resounding ‘yes!’ Whilst
the diverse residential experience programs on offer. “I’ve it’s only early days for Henry and Lachlan, having only lived
attended a few events already, including boardgames and on campus for a few weeks, both note that the experience
movie nights, and enjoyed them immensely.” For Hailey, con- has been even better than they were anticipating. Hailey and
venience is paramount highlighting that “…the opportunities Jasmine can’t speak more highly of their time thus far. “Living
to meet new people and feel included in a community have on res is a great experience that I would recommend you
made my time on res really positive and helped me to grow take if you can” notes Hailey, whilst Jasmine reports, “…it’s
as a person.” been wicked. Ten out of ten would recommend it to anyone
considering it.”
Lachlan and Jasmine, another brother and sister duo, share a
similar story. Jasmine is in her third year of studying Design Sourced from:
https://blogs.deakin.edu.au/deakinres/2021/03/31/strong-family-
and Visual Communication, whilst Lachlan is in his first year
ties-at-deakin-res/
of a degree in Mechatronics Engineering. Lachlan notes that
his experiences visiting the Burwood campus really cement-
ed his decision to choose to study and live at Deakin.
12 | Reflections NewsletterCatholic Identity
2021
Faith in our Future
Easter Glowrey Feast Day
Having Easter at the end of term 1 and the commencement Glowrey House celebrated today with an assembly in the
of the holidays provided much needed family time and time morning and a Trivia Night in the evening. Congratulations
for reflection on the important things and people in our to all of the Glowrey staff and students who have made it a
lives. Easter reminds us each year that we can renew our- significant day in the college calendar. Dr Sr Mary Glowrey
selves and be transformed by the selfless love we find in our was a trailblazer in a number of ways including as the first
families, with friends and in our community. religious to be granted permission by, the pope at the time,
to work as a medical Doctor due to her important work in
Farewell Fr Mike India. She has a fascinating life story that will provide the
The Wangaratta Parishes farewelled Fr Mike Puller with Mass Glowrey students with plenty of material for inspiration
and and morning tea on Sunday. There were a number of and motivation.
staff, parents in attendance and Mr Bernard Neal presented
Fr Mike with a gift and words of thanks on behalf of the Ga-
len College community. Fr Mike has been a strong supporter
of Galen with involvement in the College Advisory Council,
with the employment of senior leaders and advice and sup-
port on a range of matters. We wish him well with his move
to the Beechworh parish where he will still have a connec-
tion of may of our Galen families.
Staff Cultural Awareness PD
Catholic Identity Day was titled “Walking Together” and was
the culmination of about 18 months of work by Sara Kor-
man and Tim Ellis with the Sandhurst Aboriginal Network
after being successful in receiving a grant for Social Justice
through the Arts. It was a very engaging and informative
day for staff which helped all of us to gain greater insight,
understanding and empathy regarding aboriginal education
and supporting the aboriginal families in our community.
Keynote speakers were Jandamarah Cadd a prominent art-
ist who resides in the Sunshine Coast and Glennys Briggs
who is the new Gallery Director at Burraja Gallery in Albury.
The Galen Aboriginal Education Policy was launched by Mr
Michael Chisholm who umpacked the foundation stones
of the policy and the day began with a smoking ceremony
and welcome to country followed by an Aboriginal Sations
of the Cross led by Louise Levey, Michael Chisholm and Troy
Firebrace from the Sandhurst Aboriginal Network.
13 | www.galen.vic.edu.auANZAC Assembly
Friday 23rd April 2021
Galen students, staff and special guests commemorated
Anzac Day at the college assembly on Friday 23rd April.
Students respectfully paused to reflect on those who served
our country 104 years ago. Those in attendance were privi-
leged to be joined by Wangaratta RSL Sub-branch President
Lieutentant General Ash Power AO, CSC (Retd), Wangaratta
RSL Member Major Arthur Bretherton OAM (Retd), Wan-
garatta RSL Member Mr Kevin Howard OAM, Rural City of
Wangaratta Councillor Ashlee Fitzpatrick and Galen Parents'
Association President Kim Saunders. College co-captains
Archie Gemmill and Aislin James represented the college at
the Anzac Day March on Sunday 25th April.
The Ode comes from For the Fallen, a poem by the
- The Ode - English poet and writer Laurence Binyon and was
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; published in London in The Winnowing Fan: Poems
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. of the Great War in 1914. This verse, which became
the Ode for the Returned and Services League, has
At the going down of the sun and in the morning been used in association with commemoration ser-
We will remember them. vices in Australia since 1921.
14 | Reflections NewsletterWalking Together: Social Justice Through the Arts
Galen Catholic College was the recipient of the Philomena
Billington Social Justice Through the Arts Scholarship. It was
decided that the scholarship funds would be put towards
developing staff and student knowledge of Aboriginal cul-
ture and perspectives through a range of art forms including
visual arts, dance and music. On the 1st of April staff par-
ticipated in a number of workshops and keynote addresses
from prominent Aboriginal artists including Jandamarra
Cadd, Glennys Briggs and Dr Treahna Hamm. Through
these experiences staff had the opportunity to learn engag-
ing and culturally appropriate ways to explore Aboriginal
perspectives within the curriculum. This included learning
about traditional Yorta Yorta weaving, Traditional Aboriginal
Games, how to read symbols in Aboriginal art and Yorta
Yorta culture. As part of the program we were also thrilled
that students and staff had an opportunity to experience
the meaningful singing of Breanna Lee Wilson. Breanna is
a 15 year old Indigenous performer who has featured in
lead roles in the last two State School Spectaculars. Breanna
spent time in workshops with Galen Dancers and singers as
well as performing two special songs for Galen staff. Later
Glowrey Feast Day
in the year local artist Glennys Briggs will also conduct a
workshop with senior student leaders. Artworks developed
out of the program will be exhibited in the Mary Mackillop
art exhibition in Bendigo later this year.
Sara Korman and Tim Ellis
State
Swimming
Achiever
Congratulations to Tayah
Martens who was the only
Galen student to made it
through to State Swimming
this year. She achieved two
PBs and came 5th in her 50
backstroke and 7th in 50
freestyle. Well done Tayah!
15 | www.galen.vic.edu.auSenior Volleyball
The senior boy's volleyball team had a great day on Thursday 25th March. The team consisted of Sam Henderson, Charlie, Luke,
Lukas, Sam Marher, Brodie, and Rufus. During the day we only dropped 1 set which was a fantastic effort as a team. We are all
very excited for the next round in the 2nd week of term 2. - Charlie Young
The girls team consisted of Chloe Shallue, Keeley Sheridan, Jessie Naus, Viveka Pizzini-Smith, Georgia McGuffie, Jenna Woods
and even though it was the first time they played together, they learned a lot and had a very fun day!
Senior Tennis
After not playing in 2020 due to inclement
weather and then Covid, the Senior Tennis
squads were very keen to fire up this year.
Following a few solid hit outs during lunchtimes,
the teams were named and ready to play.
Unfortunately Joe Allen tore his ACL playing
footy just prior to tournament day, so Lachie
was selected to step up and fill the void.
Beth, Emily, Lucy and Millie played CCW and won
convincingly 32 games to 23 with one of their
girls forced to retire due to a knee injury. Dan,
Jesse, Fraser and Harvey played CCW and won
20 -10. Then Dan, Jesse, Fraser and Lachie played
Cathedral College and won 23 -10. Dan and Jesse
were outstanding and only dropped 1 game for
the day.
Thanks Peter O’Donohue for all of your support.
16 | Reflections NewsletterYear 10 English Macbeth Memes
Year 10 English have been studying Macbeth and they have been making memes
related to the text as part of their work. These were some examples created by
Year 10s in Ms Duff's class at the end of Term 1.
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new main entrance
this week, while also
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Who’s Who at Galen
Leadership Team Advisory Council Parents Association Executive
• Bernard Neal: Principal • Fr Mike Pullar: Parish Priest • President: Kim Saunders
• Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal - Staff & Students • Colin McClounan: Board Chair • Vice President: Margaret Anderson
• Dale Gleeson: Deputy Principal - Teaching & Learning • Bernard Neal: Principal • Secretary: Cathryn Carboon
• Jim Samon: Deputy Principal - Catholic Identity • Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal • Treasurer: Leigh Chadban
• Emily Hordern: Business Manager • Emily Hordern: Business Manager
• Kylie Quin: Senior School Leader • Lyndel Annett: Staff Representative The Parents Association can be contacted via
• Jonas Anderberg: Junior School Leader • Chris Dwyer: Parent Representative email: gpa@galen.vic.edu.au
• Daniel Armitage: Professional Learning Leader • Leah Waring: Parent Representative
• Zoe Tait: Human Resources Leader • Matt Chadban: GPA Representative Members of the Board can be contacted
• Sara Korman: Innovative Curriculum Design Leader • Angelo Pomponio: Parent Representative via the office on 03 5721 6322 or email:
• Tess Barnard: Executive Assistant to the Principal • Glenn Mercer: Parent Representative admin-enquiry@galen.vic.edu.au
• Beth Code: Staff Representative • Leonie Irwin: Catholic Education Sandhurst representative
• Anthony Batters: Director of Staffing
The best way to contact Galen staff members direct is by email. All staff have email addresses which follow the formula:
firstname.surname@galen.vic.edu.au
For newsletter enquiries please contact the Publications & Promotions Officer: malcolm.webster@galen.vic.edu.au
Principal: Bernard Neal
Galen Catholic College Email: principal@galen.vic.edu.au
College Street, Wangaratta Phone: 03 5721 6322
PO Box 18 | Reflections
630 Wangaratta VicNewsletter
3676 Web: www.galen.vic.edu.auGalen Catholic College
2021 Uniform Policy & Price List
The uniform is a mark of identification with the College and the The Summer Uniform must be worn for Terms 1 & 4. Winter
ideals for which it stands. Therefore it is expected that students Uniform must be worn for Terms 2 & 3. (Unless under
will wear the uniform with pride. A uniform should be distinc- extreme changes in weather.) The tartan skirt and summer
tive, yet comfortable. It should be clean, neat and in good dress must be knee length. School shoes must be black,
repair - a student’s self image is reflected in the way he or she polishable, lace up shoes or T-bar shoes. No high-cut boots,
dresses. By enrolling their child at Galen, parents undertake sandals, or open, canvas, zip-up or suede shoes are accept-
the responsibility of ensuring that the student is provided with able. This is partly to maintain consistency and partly because
all items of uniform and of ensuring that he or she is correctly of Health and Safety issues. Students must not wear coloured
dressed for all school occasions. The average cost of the T-shirts or coloured long-sleeved skivvies under their uniform.
uniform - over 5 days per week for 39 weeks of the year is far Headbands should be narrow and either white or navy blue.
from exorbitant when compared with weekend and after school School scarves must be purchased from the Uniform Shop.
wear. It is therefore expected that students will have sufficient Acceptable jewellery is confined to watches, studs or sleepers,
changes to ensure that they are always wearing clothes which and small, simple earrings and necklaces. For OH & S reasons,
fit, are clean and tidy. The official uniform applies to all students there should be no bangles, chokers, wrist bands or dangly
in Years 7-12. All items of uniform are to be purchased from earrings. Facial piercings are not permitted. Only white
the College Uniform Shop. The following stipulations must coloured socks are acceptable as part of the uniform.
be followed.
SunSmart Policy
As part of Galen’s strategies to provide a safe school environ- times such as lunch times, sports activities, camps and excur-
ment, and especially to increase awareness of skin cancer, sions. Students without hats will be restricted to designated
staff and students are required to wear hats whenever they shaded areas when they are outside. The school endeavours to
are outside in Terms 1 and 4. All students are required to provide adequate shade structures for students but students
wear Galen’s Anti-Cancer Council approved close-weave are also expected to make responsible decisions about sun
blue, broad-brimmed hat or the Galen cap hat. Galen also protection. The school will ensure that school uniform and hats
encourages students, parents, teachers and other staff to are available for purchase from the uniform store. Staff and
wear protective clothing and sunscreen during high-risk students will be encouraged to wear sunscreen.Girls Boys All items (excluding white socks) should be purchased All items (excluding white socks) should be purchased from the College Uniform Shop. Please note that from the College Uniform Shop. Please note that Summer Uniform must be worn for Terms 1 & 4. Summer Uniform must be worn for Terms 1 & 4. Winter Uniform must be worn for Terms 2 & 3. Winter Uniform must be worn for Terms 2 & 3. (Unless under extreme changes in weather.) (Unless under extreme changes in weather.) Summer Uniform Summer Uniform • Summer dress $75 • Navy shorts $45 • Navy shorts $40 • Short sleeve shirt $38 • Short sleeve shirt $38 • Hat: Cap $15 or Bucket Hat $19 • Hat: Cap $15 or Bucket Hat $19 Winter Uniform Winter Uniform • Tartan skirt $72 • Navy trousers $55 • Navy tights $15 • Long sleeve shirt $40 • Navy pants $48 • Blazer $150 • Long sleeve shirt $40 • School tie $19 • Blazer $150 • Cotton Jumper $70 • School tie $19 • Wool Jumper $75 • Cotton Jumper $70 • Wool Jumper $75 Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4) Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)
Sport Uniform
Galen’s sport uniform is a unisex one designed
for both comfort and durability. It also provides
the freedom of movement students need in
physical activity. Students are required to wear
their college hats during Terms 1 and 4 when
participating in outdoor PE and sport activities.
Galen has an excellent reputation at sporting
carnivals for the distinctive appearance of our
teams. When representing Galen in sporting
competitions, students are usually expected
to wear the College Sport uniform. Exceptions
include netball, football and swimming. Shoes
should be proper athletic footwear, such as
joggers, netball shoes etc. Black leather school
shoes are not suitable. Sports uniform items are
only available from the Uniform Shop.
Sports Uniform Items
• Maroon shorts $35
• Maroon track pants $52
• Maroon wet weather jacket $80
• Blue short sleeve polo $38
• Blue long sleeve polo $43
Other Items
• School Bag $60 • Shoes $120 - $130
• Belts $20 - $26 • Winter Gloves $10
• Socks white 3pk $19 • Scarf $20
• Football shorts $40 • Beanie $15
• Football socks $20 • Umbrella $22
• Year 12 Jumper $95
Prices in this document are correct as of 10th October 2019. Prices may change without notice.
Opening Hours
Throughout the school term
opening hours are:
Tuesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 8am – 4pm
Phone: 03 5723 8320
Email: galen@midford.com.au
Address: 188 - 244 Phillipson
Street, Wangaratta VIC 3677
Order online:
See instructions back page
Secondhand Uniform Shop
Galen’s Secondhand Uniform Shop opens each week on Wednesdays from 1pm – 5pm.ORDER YOUR GALEN CATHOLIC
COLLEGE UNIFORM ONLINE
Enjoy the convenience of online shopping. Save time and energy by
ordering your uniforms online in six easy steps.
NEW USER INSTRUCTIONS
1. Go to www.midford.com.au
2. Select Galen Catholic College from the Online School Shops tab
3. New users to click the ‘Register New Account’ button
4. Start the registration process by selecting Galen Catholic College from the
drop-down menu and add the unique school pass phrase: “Galen1887”
5. Add your personal information, create a username and password
6. Order the items you need, select pick-up in store or option for
home delivery
FURTHER INFORMATION:
galen@midford.com.au
Tuesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday: 8.00am - 4.00pm
188 - 244 Phillipson St, Wangaratta VIC 3677Concerned about your children’s safety on social media? Looking for the answers but not sure where
to turn? The Safe on Social Media presentation and Q&A session delivers real life case studies and
strategies to help parents support their children.
Topics covered but not limited to:
• Online safety and using social media with awareness.
• What you signed up for – we explain terms and conditions of use and what they mean.
• Keeping your personal information private.
• Sexting and image-based abuse and the law. (age-appropriate).
• Online stranger danger and what grooming might look like and what to do.
• Cyber-bullying, online harassment, and how to report it.
• Known scams, hoaxes, deepfake, fake news, and misinformation.
• Group Chats and strategies to manage them better.
• Identity theft.
• Legal responsibilities.
• Privacy settings.
• Online gaming safety.
• Strategies to build resilience
• Posting and sharing photos and the law.
• Respectful online relationships and consent.
• How to create a positive digital footprint.
We also leave plenty of time for questions.
We also cover the most popular social media apps
and trends what they are, how they work, security,
and privacy tips for safe use as we know “don’t” doesn’t
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TIME: 6pm Galen Auditorium
DATE: Thursday 29th April
Please note this presentation is for ages 18+
After a 20+ year career in Cyber Security and IT Business Consulting, in 2014 Kirra Pendergast founded
Safe on Social Media Pty Ltd after experiencing serious and relentless cyberbullying and trolling herself.
Kirra is a leading expert on the topic of Cyber Safety and speaks about the topic and her own experience
with serious cyber bullying, to 1000’s of people each week. Kirra presents to students K-12, teachers and
parents at schools across Australia and New Zealand. She is also regularly asked to speak at legal seminars,
government and business events, conferences and consults too, and advises organisations in Australia, the
United Kingdom, Europe and the United States.
Kirra is a regular media commentator on the subject of Cyber Safety.31 March 2021 Dear Principal, On 31 May 2021, Youth Affairs Council Victoria (YACVic) will be convening a 1-day Reshape Our Future Youth Forum for young people aged 12-25. The event will be run across five in-person locations across Victoria – Melbourne, Mildura, Warrnambool, Lakes Entrance and Wangaratta – as well as online, with all locations joined up via technology. The Youth Forum is being designed and led by young people, and will be opened by the Hon. Ros Spence MP, Minister for Youth. It will feature a diverse range of speakers who are experts of key issues of concern for young people, the majority of whom are young people themselves. There will also be time for participants to share their own perspectives on the topics, and build connections with other young people outside their day to day life. Topics to be covered in the Reshape Our Future Youth Forum are: - Leadership today and tomorrow - Addressing mental health and stigma - Finding meaningful work - Sexual health and healthy relationships - Disability justice and inclusiveness in education - How to be a better ally I am writing to encourage you to support your students to attend the Youth Forum that is closest to your school, as a unique opportunity for exposure to big ideas, youth leadership, and connection with other young people who are passionate about creating a better world. On 1-2 June, immediately following the Youth Forum, the event will continue with a 2-day Youth Sector Conference, for those who work with and support young people. The conference will follow a similar five-location and online format, with the added component of locally run sessions for part of each day. I also encourage you to support teachers and workers from your school to attend, as a unique professional development and networking opportunity. More information about the Youth Forum and Youth Sector Conference can be found at https://www.yacvic.org.au/get-involved/events/reshape-our-future/, and please also find attached a poster for promoting the event to your students and parents. For more information, please contact Derm Ryan at dryan@yacvic.org,au. Yours sincerely, Katherine Ellis CEO Youth Affairs Council Victoria Level 2, 235 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Phone 0438 638 734 | info@yacvic.org.au www.yacvic.org.au | ABN: 39 774 045 170
Reshape Youth Forum &
Sector Conference
Our Future May 31–June 2
Reshape Our Future is a 1-day youth forum and 2-day youth sector conference,
running across five in-person locations plus online, presented by Youth Affairs
Council Victoria (YACVic) from 31 May to 2 June 2021.
Today’s generation of young people are facing uncertainty, inequity and
unprecedented challenges. That’s why we’re bringing over a thousand young
people, workers, policy-makers and decision-makers to connect, build capacity
and inspire action to Reshape Our Future.
Our Locations Online
Wangaratta
Mildura
Warrnambool Lakes Entrance
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The Youth Forum (31 May) is entirely youth-led and youth-designed. Connect
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at the forefront of the movement of young people leading and advocating for
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Find out more here: yacvic.org.au/reshape
Scholarships are available to young people experiencing financial hardship,
and young people who face marginalisation and are often not represented in
youth spaces.ATA Evening Program
Earth Day & ELEMENTAL
Across The Arts Forum
This is a unique event in Wangaratta, Victoria,
where successful artists share their skills and insights Acr o s s t h e A r t s
Exhibition Celebration through workshops and discussion over four
WORKSHOPS
stimulating and creatively charged days.
Thursday 22 April 5.30pm - 7pm
The workshops are open to everyone.
Bainz Gallery, Wangaratta Library
CONCERT
Registration is from 9am at the GOTAFE Auditorium,
Art Meets Science Evening Event Docker St. Wangaratta.
Thursday 29 April 5.15 - 7pm For info: 0408 109 707
FUN
GOTAFE Auditorium www.ganeaa.com.au - Facebook
Across The Arts Opening
Friday 30 April 5pm - 7pm
Wangaratta Art Gallery
Program & booking online
2021 Across The Arts Concert www.ganeaa.com.au
Saturday 1 May 6.30pm $25 ($20 GANEAA members) email: info@ganeaa.com.au
Vine Hotel, Detour Rd. Wangaratta
Goulburn And North East Arts Alliance
PRESENTS
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Dan Barnett
Mal Webb & Kylie Morrigan
Arts & Sustainability Forum
2021
29 April - 2 May
@ GOTAFE Wangaratta
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