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WE ACKNOWLEDGE THE TRADITIONAL CUSTODIANS OF T H E L A N D O N W H I C H W E G AT H E R , T H E C A M M E R AY G A L P E O P L E O F T H E E O R A N AT I O N . WE RECOGNISE THEIR CONTINUING CONNECTION TO L A N D , WAT E R S A N D C O M M U N I T Y, A N D PAY O U R R E S P E C T S T O T H E E L D E R S PA S T, P R E S E N T A N D EMERGING.

Contents Message from the Principal Welcome from the Rector Reflection from the College Captain Senior School Student Profiles Academic Music Drama Co-Curricula Faith and Justice Cura Personalis Aloysiad Photography Challenge Junior School Junior School Student Profiles Foundation Old Boys' News Community

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Front cover: L-R Year 5 students Dimitri Giallussi, Oliver Long, Jake Lim, Aiden Cheung, Jeremy Boulos and Samuel Jarosch are enjoying being back at the Junior School in Term IV. Pictured: The First XI huddle and reflect before their return to representing St Aloysius' at The College Oval in November.

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Toby Rands (Year 11) on the bugle for Remembrance Day

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Rising to the Challenges of 2021

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t has been a remarkable year at the College as it has been for the rest of our nation and our world. As a Jesuit school community, we have been tested by the challenges of disease and disruption; but the inherent strengths of the College have been made manifest in these tough times.

This year will be remembered as when the College delivered its mission remotely for the entirety of Term III. With only a few exceptions, most of the College’s 1280 students remained learning at home during this period through the College’s online learning solution, Aloys Online. In all, our students have spent almost twenty weeks learning from home over the last two years. The College and its community have navigated this challenging period with success as we prioritised our academic program, our care of each student, the support of our staff and the promotion of our shared Ignatian values through a variety of different programs and platforms. The greatest priority for us this year has been the Class of 2021 as they finished their time as students at the College and prepared for their delayed HSC examinations in November. Our teachers worked hard to provide them with the necessary academic preparation for these exams whilst rescheduling the normal rites of passage that the leaving class expect in their final year at St Aloysius’. Even amidst the disruption of lockdown, the College continued pursuing its

strategic goals. Phase II: Stage 1 of Plan Magis is currently being completed on the Upper Pitt Street Campus. These works are largely preparatory, but do include a new Visual Arts Precinct (the Andrea Pozzo SJ Centre) as well as new STEM classrooms and staff offices. These works have been undertaken in advance of the most ambitious building program in two generations at St Aloysius’. At the conclusion of 2022, we will commence Plan Magis Phase II: Stages 2–3 which include the construction of a brand new building across the existing Quadrangle. This new building will be filled with new classrooms and a new Senior School Library; and the boys’ play area will be on the rooftop overlooking the beautiful Sydney Harbour. We look forward to sharing these plans and seeking the support of our community in the coming months. In addition to these building works, the College’s Strategic Plan, Human Excellence, includes a commitment to renew our mission in the formation of boys in the middle years of adolescence. In seeking to pursue both of these essential goals for the future mission of the College, St Aloysius’ has made the decision to pursue a ‘remote’ campus for Year 9 students in 2023 at St Joseph’s Catholic Parish, Rozelle. Initially, this will be a temporary innovation with the possibility that it becomes a permanent part of our mission as a Jesuit school.

This Campus will offer our young men the opportunity to be formed and educated in an Ignatian environment especially designed for them. We plan to begin delivering our mission in the Inner West of Sydney from the commencement of 2023. It will combine academic rigour with expanded opportunities for learning best suited to young men of this age. It will include more comprehensive experiential programs such as immersions, work experience, retreats and camps. It will prioritise deepening their relationships with their peers and their teachers; and intentional rites of passage as these boys become men for others. As we finish an uncertain year with continued uncertainty as to what the future holds in our world, the College remains true to its traditions. We continue to offer an authentic Jesuit education for boys. We continue to seek the formation of young men, in companionship with their families, who seek God in all things.

Mr Mark Tannock Principal

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Year 3 celebrate their First Holy Communion

A Faith that Does Justice

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hile many might think that ‘justice’ and ‘social justice’ are only recent developments in Catholic thought and action – not so.

God’s position was unambiguous on the matter through the voices of his early prophets. By way of example: “I despise your religious festivals; your assemblies are a stench to me. I will not accept [your burnt offerings]. Away with the noise of your songs! But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” (Amos 5:21-24) “Stop bringing meaningless offerings! Your incense is a stench in my nostrils. Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” (Isaiah 1:13, 17) God’s desires are pretty clear! Justice before liturgies, hymns or sacrifices. The person who first coined the term ‘social justice’ was an Italian Jesuit, Luigi Taparelli SJ, in the mid-nineteenth century. He was concerned with the struggles of people in the wake of the Industrial Revolution. Taparelli’s teachings subsequently influenced Pope Leo XIII’s 1891 ground-breaking encyclical, On the Condition of the Working Classes. A Synod of Bishops meeting in Rome in 1971 was absolutely clear to those who wish to take the Gospel seriously:

“Action on behalf of justice and participation in the transformation of the world fully appear to us as a constitutive dimension of the preaching of the Gospel, or, in other words, of the Church’s mission for the redemption of the human race and its liberation from every oppressive situation.” (n 6) Soon after, and inspired by the leadership of Pedro Arrupe SJ, the 32nd General Congregation of the Society of Jesus in 1974-5, renewed the call to justice which it saw as inextricably linked to faith. The Congregation said: “What is it to be a companion of Jesus today? It is to engage, under the standard of the Cross, in the crucial struggle of our time: the struggle for faith and that struggle for justice which it includes.” (Decree 2:2) Such a link was deemed to be “an absolute requirement” because “reconciliation with God demands the reconciliation of people with one another”. The Congregation also noted that, “Any effort to promote justice will cost us something.” It knew that taking such a stand would be demanding of resources and finances, sometimes unpopular, and often risky. Many Jesuit martyrs and their companions in mission since then attest to that prophecy.

As for our schools, Arrupe’s successor, Peter-Hans Kolvenbach SJ, underscored the place of justice for us: “Such a service of faith, and the promotion of justice which it entails, is the fundament of contemporary Christian humanism … This is what The Characteristics of Jesuit Education refers to as “human excellence”. (Ignatian Pedagogy – a Practical Approach (1993), n 120) I think that Aloysians have a strong sense of this in the way they approach their faith and the manner in which they engage with the world, which has its many claims on them. In speaking once about his faith, Old Aloysian, Sir Gustav Nossal (SAC 1947, patron of our current appeal), once asserted that “An instinct for justice is central to the mission of the Church and central to being a Catholic.” Justice must be seen and experienced in our Aloys community – or our faith is a sham. Cornel West is a contemporary African-American philosopher, political activist and public intellectual. It was as if he recast what Ignatius once said about words and deeds when he once suggested, “Never forget that justice is what love looks like in public.” Would that we always see it that way here. Fr Ross Jones SJ Rector

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Benenson Society members seek signatures from Isaiah Espiritu (Year 8) and Konnor Gonzales (Year 8)

Signing Up For Change

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’m going on five years of membership in the Benenson Society (Bennies) here at Aloys. Bennies is our human rights activism group, and (though it is not hard to join the Society and membership does not require strenuous workouts) it can be quite difficult to be a member. You see, campaigning as part of Bennies has the vicious potential to instil a deep cynicism about the world and politics. Letters sent off to Members of Parliament and Ambassadors, seem to get lost in the endless pit of darkness known as “bureaucracy”. Furthermore, tackling terrible, international human rights abuses from our little school on the Harbour is evidently an impossible task, and the scribbled signature of a Year 7 student holds little weight in the depraved minds of those already committing horrific crimes against their own people. For the idealistic minds of us young people, simply writing a letter or raising awareness can seem

redundant. I’ll even admit, in the middle Years of 9 and 10, I would on occasion doubt the true purpose of all the Bennies meetings I was attending. Yet, I take heart in the fact that in almost five years of membership, I have not seen any Bennies member give into cynical despair. Each generation of the Society’s leadership has stepped forward to proudly promote human rights causes. Each generation has declared that it does not matter whether our stack of letters changes some despot’s mind, because Bennies is not only about action, but also about thinking in the right mindset. For it is now,

as (sometimes frustratingly) uninfluential young people, that our core values and morals are shaped. For that reason, I am proud to support and be a member of Bennies, despite its relative insignificance. Every time a Bennies member comes to a meeting, he cares enough to open his mind to justice and all that is good. And hopefully in thirty or forty years, when that same member is a businessman or diplomat or politician or doctor or judge or scientist, the compelling memory of Bennies will guide him to make good, just decisions.

Luke McNamara (Year 11) College Captain

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Student in Profile Keith Pavlis - Year 7 When asked to reflect on his experience at the College so far, Keith Pavlis says that while there are lots of positives, the thing he cherishes most is his friendships with his mates. Keith has embraced school life in his first year in the Senior School. He particularly enjoys Mathematics and Science and loves the variety of classes and teachers St Aloysius’ has to offer. He missed these during lockdown, but Keith says that spending time with his family and going on bike rides to the local park made up for the lost time with his friends. In his second experience of Aloys Online, Keith says that he developed a stronger work ethic and appreciates how supportive his teachers were during the transition. He believes the College promotes a positive student environment, one where teachers encourage and assist students whenever possible.

For Keith, being a man for others begins at home. His desire to help others is partly influenced by his parents, who have always encouraged him to study hard and persevere in all that he puts his mind to. Keith hopes to one day follow in the footsteps of a family friend who is a Neurosurgeon, paving the way to continue his generous service as an Aloysian. Outside the classroom, Keith plays Water Polo and Soccer and spends time with his extended family. As he approaches the end of Year 7, Keith looks forward to meeting different teachers, experiencing fun activities and forging new friendships in Year 8. He is excited to move full steam ahead with the next chapter of his Aloysian journey.

Student in Profile Matthew Wong - Year 9 Matthew Wong's love for music began at an early age when he would seek out any opportunities to learn new instruments. A generous and humble student, Matthew has enjoyed being part of the Aloysian community since starting at the College in Year 5. Matthew has taken full advantage of the Music opportunities available to him since commencing at St Aloysius’. His breakthrough moments include joining the Zipoli Choir upon arrival at the Junior School, and winning the Fr Willcock SJ Vocal and Instrumental Competition Junior School Section in 2018. This year, Matthew was involved in several Music companies, including playing the violin for the Senior String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and the Year 9 String Chamber Group. He is also an active member of the Senior Choir and Chamber Choir. Matthew says his experiences of performing in the Music Gala Concerts

are some of his proudest moments at the College. This semester, Matthew joined the Benenson Society, wanting to help others and make a difference within the College. His recent experience with gathering signatures for a petition for Mikita Zalatarou, a 16-year-old boy from Belarus, who was wrongfully arrested while waiting for a friend near a protest, was an eyeopening experience. He attributes his compassionate nature to his hardworking parents, who instilled in him a sense of gratitude and humility early in his life. Matthew describes the past few months in lockdown as a humbling experience, and says that it has encouraged him to be more grateful for the privilege of his education, something he knows others around the world do not have. His sense of justice lends itself well to his goal of pursuing a career in Medicine, reinforcing his passion for helping others as much as he can. He is thankful to the College for being an instrumental part of his desire to help others, and fostering in him a sense of being a man for others.

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Student in Profile Nicholas Wilkinson - Year 8 Nicholas Wilkinson says one of his favourite things about the College is the focus on service and caring for those in need. He believes that Aloys has taught him a great deal about putting others ahead of himself, helping and including others. This was important for Nick as he joined the College in Year 7 and did not know anyone but he found some like-minded souls at Orientation and has never looked back. Many of his new friends were coming across from the Junior School, but they were welcoming to Nick, and he fitted in straight away. Nick completed Year 6 at Beauty Point Public School, where he was School Captain, before coming to Aloys. Nick enjoys the sport at Aloys and plays Cricket and AFL for the College as well as Club AFL. He loves them all but suspects he’s better at Cricket, where he has just been selected in the 9As. He joined Cadets in Year 7, and despite COVID-19, has managed to attend one camp earlier this year, which he found was

a real highlight, especially night activities and camping with friends. Academically, Nick enjoys Mathematics and French and has chosen Physical Activities and Sports Studies (PASS) and French for his Stage 5 electives. He enjoys learning languages, being active and looks forward to going deeper into these subjects next year. He has found the academic rigour at Aloys to be a step up from his primary school and appreciates the challenge and the opportunities to work hard at school. Nick also enjoys co-curricular activities, playing Cricket and spending all his Saturdays with mates at sporting fixtures. Nick is glad that he is back on campus now, although he believes there were some good things about lockdown, including playing basketball with his little brother, Rocco (Year 6), and going on bike rides. He says he also kept in touch with his school friends online and they got each other through.

Student in Profile Owen Moore - Year 10 Despite starting his Aloys journey in Year 5 knowing no one, Owen Moore looks back on his two years in the Junior School as a highlight of his time at the College, and lists the warm welcome, fun times and easy friendships as reasons for this. These strong friendships have continued to Year 10, and, he believes, will do so well past his graduation in 2023. Owen loves keeping active and names Rugby as his favourite sport. He has played with the same group of boys since his first season and values the camaraderie and culture of the Rugby squad. He particularly enjoys going to Firsts games whenever he can, spending whole Saturday afternoons as part of the Blue and Gold Army at The College Oval, cheering on his fellow Aloysians. Owen’s co-curricular pursuits are definitely focused on the outdoors. He took part in the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s

International Award last year and enjoyed the Adventurous Journey. He is also involved in Cadets and hopes to continue this to Year 12. He enjoys the Cadet Camps, and the chance to get away with mates, disconnecting from the city and learning about survival in the bush. His favourite subject is History, and Owen thanks his teacher, Mr Hamish Bragg, for keeping the class engaged and focused throughout Aloys Online. He also loves Visual Arts, especially the community of students in his Year 10 Art Class. Owen is glad to be back at school, but he appreciated the time he got to spend with his family during Term III, when he did jobs around the house with his dad, and became closer to his siblings. Owen is considering a career in Engineering or Mechanics, and he completed a work experience stint at a Gladesville marina, doing marine mechanics. As an Aloysian engaged in his studies, friendships and co-curricular activities, Owen looks forward to his final two years at the College.

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Student in Profile Liam Murphy Year 11 By the time Liam Murphy started at Aloys in Year 3, he had been visiting the Junior School for two years because his older brothers, Alex and Hamish, were already attending the College. Liam thinks this familiarity with the Junior School, and a couple of primary school friends who joined at the same time, helped him to settle in easily when he arrived in 2013. Liam enjoys playing sport, particularly Water Polo, and he is part of the First VII at the College, as well as playing for Balmain. He also spent some time in the NSW Development Squad, but relinquished his position to give himself more time for other pursuits. In winter, Football is his chosen sport. Following in his brothers’ footsteps, Liam also is a keen Cadet. After completion of the most recent promotions course, he was made Cadet Under Officer (CUO) of the St Aloysius’ College Cadet

Unit’s (SACCU) Alpha Company. He is proud of this achievement and looks forward to leading his fellow Cadets in the year ahead. Liam’s favourite part about being in the Unit is Cadet Camps, and now, as CUO, his responsibilities include helping to plan the camps and the activities. He says the night activities are his favourites, both for the challenge of creating them and the fun of taking part. To become CUO of Alpha Company, Liam had to attend

the Term II 2021 Promotions Course, take part in team building and leadership activities, and attend an interview. Alpha Company comprises the most experienced Cadets in Years 10 and 11, so they are more of a challenge to keep engaged and interested. Liam is looking forward to this. Liam loves the school spirit of Aloys, and during lockdown, he particularly missed going to The College Oval to cheer and support his fellow Aloysians. He is glad to be back to face-to-face learning and looks forward to his final year at the College. As a Prefect, he has responsibilities to help lead the younger Year Groups and set a good example. While Liam has no specific plans yet for a particular University course, he is enjoying his Year 12 studies, especially Mathematics and Modern History, and plans to decide further into his final year. In the meantime, he’s enjoying the journey, keeping busy and active with sport, study, Cadets and leadership responsibilities.

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Student in Profile Felix O'Brien Year 12 In Term III, Felix O’Brien was named Mr Aloysius, 2021, by Principal, Mr Mark Tannock. This is in recognition of the student who has been most enthusiastic and committed in his attendance at College activities and programs throughout his time in the Senior School. Felix has certainly been busy during his ten years at the College, and his contributions throughout his time at Aloys are significant. He began his Aloys journey in Year 3, and the friends he made then are still counted among his best mates in 2021. He became involved from the start, throwing himself enthusiastically into Cricket, Rugby, Year 4 Debating, and the da Vinci Decathlon. Once in the Senior School, Felix continued to embrace opportunities and names Debating as his favourite co-curricular activity. He was part of the Debating team from Years 4 to 12, including the First III in 2021, and named in the Associated Schools of NSW (CAS) Representative team in Year 11. He is most grateful for Aloys’ excellent Debating Program and dedicated coaching staff, and remembers many fun Friday nights with his fellow debaters.

He is glad that Debating could continue in an online format throughout Term III and loved being pushed to excel by his talented teammates. Apart from Debating, Felix has also completed the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bronze and Silver Awards. He took part in the Dubbo Gulargambone Immersion in Year 10, went to France on exchange, and did Cadets for two years. He has won multiple prizes

during his time at Aloys, both Academic and Co-Curricular. Felix was also the force behind the Blue and Gold Army App, launched earlier in 2021. His intention was to provide boys with a student-run initiative for match reports, fixture information and praise for student achievements, but this became difficult as COVID-19 continued to disrupt sport and other College events. He hopes the Class of 2022 will take up the baton and continue the App as part of their leadership of the College. As Mr Aloysius, Felix is well-placed to speak to younger students about the multiple benefits of participating at the College. Felix appreciates that many of his fondest memories centre around his co-curricular activities and says these experiences have taught him to have a go, to take risks, go deeper, and to rely on his friendships. While Felix’s Year 12 journey has not exactly been straightforward, he is determined to look back on this time with a positive attitude, and says he benefited in unexpected ways from the lockdown. He is extremely grateful to his College and teachers for keeping the Class of 2021 motivated during Term III. Having made the most of his experience, Felix now looks forward to the future.

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Reflections on Teaching and Learning

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t is worth pausing to reflect on the challenges we have faced due to the disruption of the pandemic this year, and the need to deliver a quality online learning program. We should recognise these challenges, but more importantly, acknowledge how we have successfully overcome them. We should also acknowledge how our capacity to deliver quality teaching and learning for the boys at the College has been strengthened and deepened by the experience.

The disruption to face-to-face learning brought about the rapid need to provide a quality academic program in an online environment. Students needed continuity of learning, academic rigour and plenty of opportunities to engage with their peers and teachers on a daily basis. Term III, 2021, also saw the challenge of having to respond to many of the changes made by the NSW Government, particularly in relation to the HSC and Year 12 assessment requirements. The response to this was particularly impressive, by the boys and their teachers alike. Throughout 2021, teachers continued to use Canvas Modules as their platform for teaching and learning, and when the

Year 12 Students William Senior, Austin Clarke and Francis Dunkin prepare for their HSC

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transition to Aloys Online was once again required, this transition was familiar and consistent throughout the College. This year, we also broadened our use of Microsoft Teams across the College, and this platform proved a fantastic way for our students to learn and engage, whether through video instruction or collaboration in chat or break out rooms. The St Aloysius’ College Teaching and Learning Framework proved an important compass for our teachers and students, as the teaching practices and skills prioritised in the Framework took on an online flavour. The Framework ensured the continuation of rigour and teacher quality throughout the period of Aloys Online. The disruption to face-to-face learning in Term III was particularly challenging for our HSC students. They were preparing

for onsite Trial Examinations, which became online assessments. A plan was developed, and feedback sought from academic and pastoral leaders, with the College to refine and finalise it. Our teachers designed and administered these online assessments with the highest rigour and integrity for our Year 12 students. The boys themselves responded with great preparation and resilience, demonstrating their true grit and determination. They also showed their capacity to think beyond themselves as individuals by their authentic modelling as men for others. We are so proud of the Class of 2021 and all they have achieved this year. As students returned to the College in Term IV, the College decided to continue to offer Aloys Online to students who remained at home, while their peers were

learning at school. This blended delivery of face-to-face and online teaching and learning was successful as a way of ensuring that all boys could access the classroom and the learning in each of their subjects. It also offers us some considerations for the future model of Teaching and Learning at the College, and poses questions on how we should continue to refine the SAC Teaching and Learning Framework. Mrs Kate Quinane Director of Teaching and Learning

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Peer Feedback is the Key The College’s focus on writing continues, and one department that has made enormous progress in this area is PDHPE, led by Mr Sinclair Watson. An experienced educator, Mr Watson has used several innovative methods to help his students improve their writing skills over the past twelve months. He first introduced his innovations to Year 12, then swiftly moved to all Year Groups when he saw how successful his methods were. Boys in all stages were making impressive progress in their writing. Mr Watson began by asking students to write small passages on a chosen topic to assess their writing level. He would then allocate each student’s work as either red, yellow, or green, with green being of the highest standard. Classes were divided into small groups consisting of a mixture of levels, and students asked to give warm and cool feedback on each response. This peer feedback step is an essential part of Mr Watson's success, and it was extremely important for him and his Department to be sure students were well prepared to give and receive it. Feedback had to be actionable and useful. It had to have clear examples of how the writer could make improvements. Feedback had to be respectful and appropriate, such as, “I really like this, have you thought of perhaps trying this.”

Mr Sinclair Watson teaching his Year 12 PDHPE class

Boys responded extremely well to the peer review process and writing quality increased across the board in PDHPE, with students who were red moving to yellow, and yellows quickly improving to green. Green students would challenge each other as well, improving competence and confidence, going deeper with their answers, being more analytical in responses. Mr Watson’s methods are based on the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm cycle of Experience, Reflection, Action, with students able to reflect on their writing and that of others, and then provide practical feedback that can be incorporated into future pieces of writing. He believes these methods foster men for others because the process is not about competition, it’s about collaboration. Mr Watson hopes to contribute to a Senior School culture where students maintain a growth mindset, growing their competence and confidence, being reflective, sharing their skills and being driven to continuously improve as they move closer to their HSC. Mr Watson says he has harnessed an enthusiastic team that is willing and able to help one another. Teachers often don’t have time to provide this level of individual feedback, but students have both the time and the desire to help one another. They are keen to improve their own writing skills and are motivated to work hard for good results. Mr Watson now has Year 12 students who are as capable as teachers in giving quality feedback, and self-editing their own work to an extremely high standard. It has been a most successful initiative with far-reaching benefits for students across the College for many years to come.

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Ms Stella Robinson teaching her Year 12 Mathematics Class, assisted by MS Teams

Microsoft Teams takes Mathematics to New Heights The College’s Strategic Plan, Human Excellence, focuses on the need to “utilise technology to simplify, liberate and deepen student learning.” For teachers, it views technology as a way to “redesign the nature of teaching and working”, for better outcomes. It is a strategy that the College’s Mathematics Department has embraced. When the school introduced remote learning in response to the pandemic, staff and students had access to the Canvas learning management system. Canvas is useful for curriculum content delivery, but there was a real opportunity to use technology in teaching Maths, according to Head of Mathematics, Ms Stella Robinson. Ms Robinson and the other Mathematics teachers were already using Microsoft Teams to connect, communicate and collaborate. Ms Robinson decided to test whether Teams could also be used to teach Maths to students, and trialled it in the final term of 2020. This experiment worked so well that by the start of 2021 all fifteen Mathematics courses offered to boys from Year 7 to Year 12 were being taught using Teams.

Ms Robinson describes it as a “ground breaking” initiative with great support from staff and an “unbelievable collaboration with the boys”. The benefits were significant, with boys able to interact with teachers on the chat function, able to ask questions of teachers, and of each other. Ms Robinson says it “just took off”. During Term III, the Maths Department was able to move relatively seamlessly to Aloys Online, Teachers could teach boardwork, boys could ask questions, conversations could easily move back and forth when concepts needed explanation or extra focus. In Term IV, when boys, or Year Groups have occasionally still worked at home, the transition was easy. For Ms Robinson, moving to the chat function of Teams was a huge advantage for her HSC students, as Year 12 boys do not always keep regular study hours. The constant accessibility and connection of Teams meant that students almost invariably had someone online with them, to bounce ideas off and for support. Even as teachers slept, the night owls would be in contact with their peers.

It also gave teachers choice in how they interacted with students out of hours. There was no obligation for teachers to respond immediately to queries, and the boys understood this, but Ms Robinson has often found it more efficient to provide a quick answer to put a boy’s mind at rest. The added advantage was that all students could see the chat and ask for further clarification if they needed it. Regardless of the final HSC results, Ms Robinson already considers the move to Teams as a resounding success, due to the increased engagement, improved ease of teaching, and better collaboration between students and teachers.

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Academic Achievements Bellarmine Academy

Tournament of Minds

Senior School Excellence

The Bellarmine Academy is a College institution, both co-curricular and academic in nature. A forum where Senior boys, who are interested and able, can explore some big ideas and learn more about some of the great thinkers in human history. It usually comprises Year 11 and 12 students, and with the departure of the Class of 2021, twenty-four Year 10 students joined in Term IV. Students say they enjoy the Academy because it stretches their thinking; helps them with other studies like English, History, Religious Education and Economics; and comes without the pressure of assessments or rankings, passing or failing.

During Term III, despite the challenges of Aloys Online and not being able to meet in person, two groups of students successfully completed the 2021 Tournament of Minds and submitted video solutions. Mrs Deb Oates, Head of Learning Enrichment, was extremely impressed by the two teams, who pushed through many difficulties and obstacles to successfully submit their entries in the Social Sciences discipline.

During the year, the College has had some amazing assessment tasks produced by students in the Senior School. Ms Isabelle de Cure-Ryan’s Year 7 English class spent some time in Term II studying The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe as part of their Graphic Legends/Gothic Poetry Unit. Their graphic novel version of the poem is nothing short of astounding, with images and text evoking the same eerie terror and sorrow of the original. Ms de CureRyan says of the piece, “it was entirely their vision, from the colour scheme, right down to Lenore's gruesome plunge from a rollercoaster. Maybe I'm biased, but I think it's a masterpiece!”

The Academy is named after one of the great Jesuit intellectuals of the Reformation, Saint Robert Bellarmine SJ, born in northern Italy in 1542. He was a bright student at school, joined the Jesuits, and had a brilliant academic life. The Pope, recognising his ability, made him an Archbishop, then a Cardinal, and appointed him to senior positions in the Church. Acknowledging his contributions, in most Jesuit schools there is a Bellarmine Room where debates or performances are held. Ours is The Bellarmino. Full membership of the Academy is attained by a member choosing a philosophical topic of interest and exploring it in one thousand words or more. They then become a Fellow of the Academy, receiving a badge and certificate. In recent years, boys have written on the nature of God, the prejudices in Northern Ireland, the role of fairytales, the nature of Economics, and mental illness, and capitalism. As Fr Ross says, “An astonishing range of explorations.”

Well done to the Year 8 and 9 Team who received Honours for their Tournament of Minds entry. They are Edward Devlin, Hugo Haan, Tomas Jurcic, Lachlan Mercer, Callum O’Loughlin, Oliver Payne (all Year 8) and Xavier Miller (Year 9). Congratulations to the Year 7 Team, who won the Secondary competition for their region, and competed in the NSW Finals in September. While they did not progress any further, they were extremely pleased with this result. The team was comprised of Lawson Burrows, Sam Jenkins, Arjuna Kotelawele, George Pagidas, Rupert Ren, Liam Skepper and Nicholas Stavrellis Bridger. The IT Department was also exceptional in helping create a setup for the teams to meet via Zoom twice a week, with Mrs Oates popping into each session for supervision and assistance. Mrs Oates says, “I was so incredibly impressed with the way the teams of students went about working together via Zoom. They not only brainstormed possible solutions, but created a script and filmed their solution, all around lockdown restrictions. Both our TOM teams are winners in my eyes!”

Scan the QR code to view The Raven in full. Meanwhile, in Year 9 History, Mr Mark Gair was similarly impressed by two of his students, Jonathan Lai and Daniel McLennan, saying “I have rarely done this in the past, but their History assessment task is something of a wonder.” The boys created a fully-realised role play game, based on a theme of the Cold War. It offered several scenarios where players become a spy in post-WWII Europe, with the opportunity to complete a mission with different options and outcomes. The boys created six different missions, detailed visual environments, even including a theme song composed by Daniel. "It is a masterpiece" says Mr Gair.

Scan the QR code to view The Raven in full

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Kingston Studies STEM We congratulate Kingston Wong (Year 11) on being selected for the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program in January 2022. The NYSF Year 12 program aims to give students a broader understanding of the diverse study and career options available in the STEM field. The ten day mixed-mode

experience allows students to join their fellow attendees for an interactive program filled with challenging STEM sessions, including networking opportunities, talks and lectures from inspiring STEM experts, fun social activities, and more. It is a significant achievement for Kingston and we wish him all the best for this exciting experience.

Early Entry Offers Well done to Bailey Stemple (Year 12) for his acceptance to the Sydney Conservatorium of Music to study in 2022. Bailey, a flautist, has worked extremely hard on his music this year despite the obstacles 2021 has thrown at him. Bailey was also the winner of the Open Instrumental Section at the 2021 Fr Christopher Willcock SJ Vocal and Instrumental Competition. Zachary Newton-John (Year 12, pictured above) has been accepted into the Conservatorium to study Music in 2022. We congratulate both students and wish them all the best for their musical future.

Ms Isabelle de Cure-Ryan’s Year 7 English class's version of The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe

Scan the QR code to view Jonathan Lai and Daniel McLennan's "The Operation", a fully-realised role play game, based on the Cold War

We also congratulate John-Mark Paul (Year 12). After a rigorous application and selection process, he was accepted into the Australian Defence Force for training in the role of Maritime Warfare Officer, Royal Australian Navy.

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Annual Distribution of Prizes This year the Annual Distribution of Prizes was held in The Great Hall, dividing the ceremony into Senior School and Junior School, and restricted to current students and College staff, livestreamed for members of the Aloysian Community. We congratulate all prize winners, especially the following winners of Academic Colours, on their amazing achievements in 2021. A student is eligible for recommendation for Full Colours if he achieves: • First Place in any two subjects in any one academic year (including only one General subject) • First place in any Extension course studied in Years 11 and 12 • the V J Flynn Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement as recognised by the College’s published Academic Prize List.

Year 7 James Dinh Sam Jenkins Keith Pavlis Year 8 Andrew Caramanis Matthew Ly Leonard O'Meara Year 9 Zachary Cook James Ho Jonathan Lai Daniel McLennan Year 10 Christian Mossati Joshua Prince Year 11 Bailey Crowley Matthew Davies Aaron Espiritu

Jonathan Lai (Year 9) receives his award from Principal, Mr Mark Tannock at the Annual Distribution of Prizes

Luke McNamara Rayan Mehta Kingston Wong Year 12 Joshua Arnolda Benjamin Chery Alessandro Fotea Jai Howard Joshua Lee Joshua McGillicuddy (VJ Flynn Award) Zachary Millard Maxwell Moors (VJ Flynn Award) Daniel Rice (VJ Flynn Award) Bailey Stemple Luka Vucic Daniel Walsh Julian Wong

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Top Left: James O'Brien (Year 12) Top Right: Edmond McDonagh (Year 12) Bottom: Jack Ryan (Year 12)

HSC Major Works in the Making For our Visual Art and Technology Department, the Major Works of twentytwo Year 12 Art students, being forced into lockdown for Term III, was a significant challenge. In response, the teaching team (led by Ms Lisa Gascoigne) implemented several innovations throughout the term. With the help of these, the dedicated students were able to create some beautiful and technically-advanced artworks. The Class of 2021 formed two Visual Art classes, taught by Ms Gascoigne, Ms Eileen Quinane, and Mr Thomas Kelly. Building on the collaborative whole cohort approach adopted at the beginning of Year 12, students had access to all three of these experienced teachers, all with different skill sets and specialties. Throughout the year, relationships and trust were built, empowering students to work effectively with each or all teachers,

providing an invaluable support network during the pandemic.

what Ms Gascoigne believes was an outstanding body of work.

The Visual Arts team also committed to setting up as many opportunities as possible for students to access COVIDsafe, socially distanced workshops for students to attend both at the College and online. In many ways, the small groups and focused areas gave the boys a safe space to take risks, spend extra time and refer to their teachers whenever they needed. There was also the added advantage of seeing their mates when they came into the College. Even socially distanced and masked, it was still better than not seeing them at all!

Under normal marking conditions, high mark range Bodies of Work can qualify for ARTEXPRESS nomination. Using this marking range as a yard stick, in a normal year, nine out of the twenty-two students would have been eligible for nomination for ARTEXPRESS. As it was, NESA restricted nominations to just one student in every twenty, which meant only Zachary Newton-John and Jack Ryan were nominated for their outstanding works.

Ms Gascoigne says that the students themselves were determined to do well, they refused to let any obstacles get the better of them, and were eager to use the resources offered to them by solving problems collaboratively to produce

The fantastic works of art and the close working relationships the boys developed with their teachers and one another during Term III, showed the positive nature of collaboration and how it can lead to better results. As she reflects on Term III, Ms Gascoigne knows that much good work came out of the difficult times, and hopes to bring many of these innovations into 2022 and beyond.

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Aloys in Harmony Gala Music Concerts At the end of Term II, the College hosted its two Gala Concerts for 2021 at the beautiful Concert Hall at The Concourse in Chatswood. They were nothing short of spectacular. These events were a result of months of planning and rehearsals by our students and the Music Department across both the Junior and Senior Schools. There were 450 students from both the Junior and Senior school

participating in both concerts, featuring in twenty-five ensembles. Music is an essential part of our mission as a Jesuit school and the cancellation of last year’s concerts was disappointing for many of the College Community. In that context, it was a great thrill to be able to restage the apex of our Music Program once again. The boys shone across the evening and our Year 12s especially set a new standard

Students perform at the 2021 Gala Music Concerts held at The Concourse in Chatswood

for musical excellence. Thank you to Year 12 students, Music Captain Hamish Boyd, Vice-Captains Sam Silva and Jai Howard, and the rest of the Year 12 Music students for your leadership and commitment to Music at the College. The evening’s success was a result of the commitment and industry of a large number of our music educators, and we are grateful to them all.

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Guys and Dolls Musical and Cast Announcement In August, Director of Music, Mr Jeremy Curtin announced that the 2022 Major Musical Production would be Guys and Dolls. Despite the remote announcement, there was no lack of excitement and anticipation, with plenty of video auditions received. Many talented students from Aloys (and a number of girls’ schools) took the time to submit a recording of

themselves dancing and singing for their chosen roles. Casting is now complete, and rehearsals are well underway, with Year 11 students Kristian Babian and Edward Carmody cast in the leading roles of Sky Masterton and Nathan Detroit, and Patrick Kelly (Year 10), Oscar Langmar (Year 10), Mitchell Fletcher (Year 11), and Joseph Moran (Year 11) in supporting roles, among many others. The cast is now rehearsing and preparing onsite at the

College twice a week, and a full write up of the musical will feature prominently in the next Aloysiad. We wish the cast and crew all the best with their preparation.

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Xavier Miller (Year 9) performs in the production Iñigo

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A Class Act OnStage

Iñigo - The Life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Theatresports Third and Fourth at NSW Grand Final

In 2021 the Year 7–9 Production formed an important part of our College’s celebration of the Ignatian Year of 2021–2022. The play, Iñigo, written by Jonathan Moore, and directed by Ms Ché Walsh-Kemp, is a dramatic production depicting the life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The production was not performed in front of a live audience, due to health protocols. Instead, it was professionally filmed, and the recording made available to College families on Manresa. We congratulate the cast, crew and the Drama Department for this wonderful production.

The NSW Schools Theatresports Competition is always a highlight of the year. St Aloysius’ College has been a part of the Competition since it began in 2004, winning the Intermediate Grand Final a staggering four times (2010, 2012, 2015 and 2019). This year, our Senior team, Captain, Xavier Sawaqed (Year 12), William Tapia-Sealey (Year 12), Luke McNamara (Year 11), Evan Murray (Year 11), and Luca Dondina (Year 10) won both their heat and semi-final, making it through to the Grand Final held at Enmore Theatre in June, where they placed third.

CAST

In the Intermediate competition, the Aloysian team comprising Maxwell Stanner (Year 10), Finn Sargeant (Year 10), Alessandro Dondina (Year 9), and Oscar Deman (Year 9), also made it to the Grand Final, after competing alongside many schools from all over Greater Sydney and placing fourth on the night.

Year 9: Xavier Miller, Daniel McLennan, Hugo Wright and Oliver Castellan Year 8: Oliver Payne, Andrew Fletcher, Patrick Behm, Carlo Moran, Finn TrimnellRitchard, Tomas Jurcic and Matthew Lloyd Year 7: Christopher Trimnell-Ritchard, Matthew Clarke, Lucas Stanley, James Blair, Oscar Stemple and Andrew Paige CREW Year 11: Assistant Directors and Audio Operators – Zachary Wan and Xavier Carlile; Student Stage Manager – Ethan Birrell Year 10: Wardrobe – Max Brogan, Matthew Ham and Alexander Ryan; Lighting Designer – Louis Inwood; Lighting Operators – Finn Sargeant and Louis Inwood; Crew – Nicholas Carmody, Marco Di Iorio and Alastair Wood Year 8: Crew – Ashton Toemoe

The College is delighted that one of our Year 12 students has been nominated for OnSTAGE. OnSTAGE features performances and projects by 2021 HSC Drama students in NSW.

Congratulations to all performers and also to coaches Mr Dylan Sheldon (SAC 2016), Mr Topi Burt (SAC 2016), and Head of Drama, Ms Heidi Quinn, for their spirited efforts in running the weekly Theatresports workshops throughout the season.

NIDA Success

Under normal marking conditions high mark range Individual and Group Performances can qualify for possible inclusion in OnSTAGE, a showcase of exceptional works from the HSC Drama examinations. The College has consistently performed well with a large percentage of nominations each year which are allocated by external markers. Unfortunately, due to internal marking of the HSC Individual Projects and Group Performances, NESA limited the number of nominations put forward this year. We are pleased to announce two of our 2021 cohort and their OnStage nominations for Individual Project. Congratulations to Oliver Brooks who was nominated for his outstanding Video Drama – ‘A Call To Arms’, and to Xavier Sawaqed for his exemplary Performance – ‘Decadence’. The standard of projects was high this year and we know that our 2021 cohort would have received more nominations than were achieved due to the Covid Special Consideration process. We are very proud of the boy’s resilience this year and their determination to finalise their projects, even with the extenuating circumstances.

The College was delighted to hear that Daniel Hipkiss (Year 12) has been accepted to study Musical Theatre at NIDA next year. This is the fourth Aloys graduate to have been accepted straight out of school. Prior students include Max Walburn (SAC 2019), Ryan Huntley (SAC 2020) and Ben Huntley (SAC 2020).

Scan the QR code to view the recording of Iñigo

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Stronger Together

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o conclude Term III, the College offered Magis Week to its students. After nine weeks of online learning, Magis Week provided the opportunity for students to exercise some choice and agency in their learning. Through the use of Canvas Modules and Microsoft Teams, our specifically designed learning modules focused on the 4Cs: Competence, Conscience, Compassion and Commitment. In trying to bring the the 4Cs to life for our students, each module was linked to one of the the following themes. Competence was the practical module, providing students with real-life opportunities to apply practical skills, such as designing art from natural resources, writing a novel in a day, or starting their own podcast. Many benefits were derived from this module, which allowed students to apply their creative and intellectual skills in practical settings. Conscience referred to the moral module, where activities were based around students' moral obligation within the environment and to our broader community. Some examples included Indigenous cooking, sustainable use of plastic, and gardening. By providing students with the opportunity to participate in such activities, it is hoped they gained a better understanding of the role they play and their moral obligation in our world. Compassion was linked to a relational module, and the various activities provided students with the opportunity to demonstrate compassion to those in their home, local community, and the world. Commitment was the final module, incorporating a physical component. Students completed tasks of a physical nature within their Pastoral Groups, such as the 1591 challenge. This challenge involved Pastoral Groups completing 1591 physical activities, then undertaking an amazing race where students were

required to decipher clues and find items in their local neighbourhood. The final day of the week was called Fully Alive, which involved the culmination of all components explored that week, into a day of reflection. The day also included discernment around the situation in Afghanistan, a liturgy, and photography showcasing the week. The design of the week allowed for flexibility for both the boys and their teachers, which was greatly appreciated after a whole term of online learning. In addition to aligning the modules to the 4Cs, each day was structured to follow that of the St Aloysius’ College Learning Cycle and the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm. This allowed for clear transitions from Experience, Action, Reflection, throughout each day.

Magis Week was extremely successful with both the students and staff. A survey aimed at measuring elements of success and areas for improvement, found that the boys and staff enjoyed the opportunity to come together to celebrate engaging, reflective activities that were based on connection, gratitude, friendship and building community spirit. Excellent feedback was received about how this could be built into the future design of Teaching and Learning at the College.

Mr Hugo Engele Director of Co-Curricula

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Johannes Giblin (Year 7) directs his team in a game of Tug of War at the Year 7 Day at the Oval

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Year 12 students Nicholas Mair, Nicolas Esteban, Yanick Arambewela, Aidan Thomas and Edwin Horton

Lasting Traditions - Cadet Passing Out and Dining In The Annual Cadet Passing-out Parade was held in June at The College Oval. The Reviewing Officer on the day was Brigadier Dr John Crozier OAM. This year, the College farewelled the boys from Year 12 who have been involved in Cadets since Year 7. The Cadet Dining-In night was later held in The Great Hall at the College. It was a special event and a fitting celebration of the commitment and service of our Year 12 Cadets.

Like almost all College activities, Cadet parades have been disrupted over the past two years, however despite the lack of opportunities for our Cadets to practice and drill together, the Parade was a triumph. It not only met the standard we have come to expect, but surpassed it. To do so after so long an absence is a testament to the commitment of our leaders, our staff and the entire graduating Cadet class. Together they ensured that the culture and standards of the Cadet unit

remained as strong as ever, despite many setbacks, cancellations, and delays. Congratulations to the record-setting fiftyseven graduating Year 12 Cadets on their leadership of the Unit and their enormous contribution to its success. Well done especially to Senior Under Officer Xavier Sawaqed, Adjutant Sean Geraghty and Regimental Sergeant Major Aidan Thomas on their leadership.

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Keeping Students Busy and Engaged Joshua Borg Strikes a Chord Congratulations to Joshua Borg (Year 7) for winning the Guitar Prize in the prestigious University of Rhode Island Guitar Festival in the USA. The sixth annual University of Rhode Island Guitar Festival and Rising Star Competition brings together an array of talented guitarists from around the world, with Joshua receiving a new Kenny Hill concert guitar, valued at over $3250, as a prize for his remarkable performance. Joshua received First Place in the NonOrchestral String 14U section of Ryde Eisteddfod, and most recently received First Place in the prestigious Sydney Eisteddfod Classical Guitar, 15U section. Joshua has also been selected as one of ten winners from all instruments to compete in the Sydney Eisteddfod ALF & Pearl Pollard Memorial Instrumental Awards For Performance Excellence (12–15 Years), which took place in early December. Well done Joshua!

Representative Selections We congratulate the following students for their selection in representative sports teams and programs: Combined Independent Schools Rugby League: Luka Ponsonby (Year 9) Aidan Gow (Year 9) Combined Independent Schools Touch Football: Darby Crowley (Year 9) NSW Rugby Union: Finlay Wake (Year 8) Thomas Wood (Year 12) Edmond McDonagh (Year 12)

NSW Water Polo: Will Spitznagel (Year 11) Jonathan Chan (Year 10) Dominic Bourke (Year 9) Jayden Saldanha (Year 9) Austen Rebecchi (Year 8) The College also congratulates Harrison Evans (Year 11) for completing the Basketball NSW State Performance Program (SPP). This is a program designed to identify, develop and prepare young athletes to represent New South Wales at the Australian Junior Basketball Championships.

Edward Carmody Aims for the Stars This year, Edward Carmody (Year 11) was extremely excited to have been offered a major role in an Australian feature film, written and directed by Matt Nable, and starring Sam Worthington. He was able to complete filming in June and July, taking some time off school at the end of Term II to do so. In the film, Transfusion, Edward plays Billy, a troubled teen struggling to fit in and son of the lead character, played by Sam Worthington. The film is set to premiere on Stan in 2022 following a theatrical release in Australia and New Zealand. Edward says the entire experience was incredible, especially the buzz and the energy shared by the cast and crew, all experts in their fields and working together for a goal. It has inspired him to aim for acting as a career, particularly screen acting, with NIDA as his goal at the end of Year 12. In the meantime, he is keeping up his acting chops, and will play Nathan Detroit in the upcoming College Musical, Guys and Dolls, which will premiere in March next year.

Art of Speech Grand Final Featuring Joe Hockey On the evening of Friday, 3 September, history was made. The first ever Art of Speech Competition Grand Final was held on Zoom. We were delighted that The Honourable Joseph Hockey (SAC 1983) joined us on the evening of his late father’s birthday; the man after whom the trophy awarded to the best speaker on the evening is named. An Old Boy, former Federal Treasurer and more recently Australia’s Ambassador to The United States of America, Mr Hockey shared some reflections on his father and on the value of oratory. In very different circumstances, the speakers presented thoughtful and passionate reflections concerning the human condition. We congratulate the following, who were declared winners in each Year Group: Year 7 – James Dinh, Where we’re going, we don’t need roads Year 8 – Callum O’Loughlin, All I have is a voice Year 9 – Xavier Miller, Eureka Year 10 – Eamonn O’Loughlin, The hero we deserve Year 11 – Matthew Davies, My sincerest condolences Year 12 – Alessandro Fotea, 11.00am Press Conference The panel of adjudicators, James Elhindi (SAC 2016), Brendan Winters (SAC 2016) and Thomas Verschuer (SAC 2018), Old Boys and previous winners of The Richard Hockey Trophy for Public Speaking, declared Matthew Davies the best speaker of the evening. Congratulations to all the competitors. We look forward to returning to The Bellarmino next year.

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Senior School Swimming Carnival The Senior School Swimming Carnival took place in the second last week of Term IV at Lane Cove Aquatic Centre. It was divided into two sections with Years 10 and 11 competing in the morning and Years 7–9 taking part in the afternoon. It was a great opportunity for students to enjoy some competition in the pool and show their Colour House spirit as supporters. Congratulations to Ogilvie, led by Captain Lachlan Burges (Year 11) and ViceCaptain Nathaniel Redito (Year 11) on winning the Cecil Healy Plate.

No Arguing with a Wonderful Season of Debating This year, Debating was the only cocurricular competition to continue during the lockdown period of Term III, with five rounds of Associated Schools of NSW (CAS) debating running from late July to late August. An impressive number of St Aloysius’ College teams finished at the top of their division, the Third III, 10A, 10B, 8A, 8B and 7B. The Second III were awarded joint winners of their division, along with Knox Grammar. The First III Debating team, Captain Alessandro Fotea (Year 12), Daniel Walsh (Year 12), Henry Hayden (Year 11), and Felix O’Brien (Year 12) had a great

season. Both Alessandro and Daniel were chosen in the CAS Firsts representative team, while Henry was chosen to Captain the CAS Thirds representative team.

Aloys Olympics Stronger Together

This could not have been possible without our Master-In-Charge, Mr Magar Etmekdjian, for his generous leadership, as well as our Debating coaches for their tireless commitment throughout the season.

In Term III, during lockdown, the Co-curricular Department launched the first-ever Aloys Olympics Challenge, inviting all boys to submit video entries of their weekly challenge attempts, with House Points up for grabs.

Duke of Ed – Not an Easy Trek

In the spirit of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics motto, ‘Stronger Together’, students from Years 3–12 were encouraged to showcase their athletic talents, with the most creative submissions being awarded House Points. The inaugural competition saw over 2,000 student visits on Manresa, and included weekly challenges such as Basketball in Bulgaria, Juggling in Japan, Athletics in Athens, Accuracy in Austria, and Trick Shot in Tokyo.

The College would like to congratulate the following Year 12 students for their outstanding achievement in completing their Gold Duke of Edinburgh's International Award: Edmund O’Neill Alexander Stemple Bailey Stemple Nicolas Esteban Edward Sisson Harry Kember Nicholas Stack Yianni Koulouris Nicholas Mair These Gold achievers from our College will take forward an amazing set of skills, equipping them to achieve their personal best, and empowering them to make a real difference to society through their positive contributions and involvement.

It was wonderful to see students, and a few keen staff members, participate in a friendly rivalry between Houses, display their athletic prowess, and join in solidarity during the extensive period of online learning. Well done to Owen House for winning the challenge! They really proved they are stronger together.

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Reconciliation Round of Rugby While the traditional Double Header Round of Rugby and Football could not go ahead this year, the College was lucky to host a Reconciliation Round in Term II, with Indigenous Jerseys for the First XV and First XI and an Indigenous dance troupe present. The event was organised largely by First XV players, College Vice-Captain, Thomas Wood, and Chair of the SRC, Edward Sisson, (both Year 12), who should be commended for their initiative. They were also assisted by several other Prefects from the Class of 2021. On the day, the First XV wore Indigenous Jerseys, the design inspired by the uniforms at Redfern Jarjum College (RJC). The team ran out, accompanied by students from RJC and the Junior School. Most significantly, Indigenous dance and performance troupe, Koomurri, performed a smoking ceremony before the match against Barker College. Among other purposes, smoking ceremonies are used for celebration, healing and cleansing and to bring people together. This ceremony did exactly that. It was a solemn and significant moment for both teams and for all who were present at The College Oval that afternoon. Principal, Mr Mark Tannock, said of the event, “As a Jesuit school, St Aloysius’ seeks a faith that does justice and there is no more pressing issue of justice in our nation than Indigenous Reconciliation.”

Thomas Wood (Year 12) with RJC students at the Reconcilation Round

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Joseph Fallon (Year 12) represents Australia in Europe

A Fine Future for Joseph Fallon Year 12 student Joseph Fallon proved himself to be an adventurous Aloysian when he travelled abroad in August, to compete in the United World Wrestling World Championships Wrestling in Ufa, Russia. Joey travelled solo, fuelled by his love of wrestling and desire to compete at a high level. He overcame many obstacles, both physical and mental, to prepare, travel solo, compete at the event, and return to Australia, where he spent hotel quarantine preparing for his HSC trial examinations. Joey joined the College halfway through Year 10, moving from the United States with his family. He had been wrestling in the USA at his old school and wanted to continue, so he quickly joined the

Sydney University Wrestling Club. Here he had the opportunity to compete in and win the Australian Junior Nationals in 2021, earlier this year. This, among other competition successes, qualified him to enter the World Championships. The fact that neither his coach nor parents could join him did not stop Joey, who set off in August to catch four flights to Europe, where the event was held. Despite the enormity of this undertaking, Joey is modest about his achievements, and primarily grateful for those who supported and encouraged him during his journey. Not only his parents and coach, who were in daily contact, but those who helped him while he was in Russia, including his translator. As the

only Australian in the competition, Joey was taken under the wing of the Canadian team, whose coaches generously supported and advised him, and whose players became his friends. While Joey loves Australia and Aloys, and has developed a keen love of surfing, he has only applied for colleges in the USA. He was encouraged to do this by American coaches he met in Russia, and has the choice of The Citadel Military College of South Carolina or Virginia Tech in 2022. Joey feels like wrestling is what he wants to do more than anything else for now, and he plans to follow that dream, wherever it may take him.

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Faith In Service in 2021

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he Faith in Service Program at St Aloysius’ College aims to develop in students a realisation that talents are gifts to be developed, with the help of God, for the good of others. The Faith in Service Program is an important part of the boys’ Jesuit education, which aims to form men for others who are intellectually competent, faith-filled, open to growth, loving, and committed to a faith that does justice. The pandemic once again led the College to move to Aloys Online for learning. We were fortunate to complement this learning with students completing their Faith in Service hours from their home, fostering skills of resilience, fortitude, gratitude, and awareness of the many activities that are needed to keep a family home functioning effectively. To help boys complete their Faith in Service hours, the Aloys’ Chef in Service (ACiS) competition was created by our Service Coordinator, Ms Carmel Shepherd. In each round, boys were asked to cook a particular meal, and then upload documentation that included the recipe, a photo of what they cooked, and a review from a parent or sibling. Winners were announced, and prizes, including vouchers for the school canteen, were awarded. Here are some of the wonderfully descriptive reviews from family members:

This Nasi Lemak was a gastronomic kaleidoscope that briefly transformed this lockdown-weary household into South-East Asian wanderlust. A hearty Malay breakfast, transformed by this chef into a main course extravaganza. On Father’s Day we were treated to a delicious pork belly roast. But not your usual pork belly roast - this one was spun over hot coals for a solid two hours. He also added an extra layer of crackling because we all know you can never have too much crackling. The roast was amazing,

but the most memorable part was the time we got to spend as a family. In recent weeks I have noticed a change to the kitchen landscape of a Saturday night. Previously the sole domain of the female head chef, Saturday nights have seen the emergence of an Up and Comer in the culinary stakes – which segues perfectly into this week’s meal, BBQ steak, onion, and corn. My innate senses were piqued as soon as the juicy slabs materialised, the only disquieting factor being the sight of just 3 lip smacking steaks, surely there must be a fourth somewhere to be found? Once the steaks hit the BBQ, I struggled to control myself, salivating, pacing and alternately staring beseechingly into the eyes of, hopefully, a benevolent chef. I watch as three plates are piled with steak, corn, and onion. I am rewarded with

The last week of Term III involved Years 7–10 participating in Magis Week with a focus on Service. Magis Week was divided into days based around the 4Cs – Competence, Commitment, Compassion, and Conscience. Members of the Faith and Justice Team were responsible for Conscience Day. The Binsey Group leaders, Lucas McCartney (Year 9) and Gabriel Fernandez (Year 10), introduced the Discernment section of the Environment sessions. The Conscience activities in Magis Week gave the boys the option of choosing one activity to focus on: cooking, gardening, or analysing waste. The cooking component was an extension of ACiS with many boys cooking delicious dishes for their families, grandparents or, in some cases, their neighbours. The gardening component, like the cooking, will be an ongoing initiative, where boys can grow plants with a special focus on those that provide food, such as vegetables, fruits, and herbs. A few boys chose the more difficult task of analysing the contents of their home garbage bin, to gain a better understanding of what we waste and what we could recycle. These activities were a wonderful way for the boys to serve and help others during a time when external service activities were restricted. We hope many students found joy and satisfaction in helping their families, and we look forward to 2022 when our usual service programs can, we hope, return.

just a few morsels of the fruits of the young chef’s labour. I rate the meal highly, 3 paws, falling short of the fourth paw due to the diminutive size of my meal.

Mr Christopher Gould Director of Faith and Justice

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National Sorry Day Late in Term II, students and staff in the Senior School observed National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week, with a series of events, including an assembly and BBQ. During the assembly, we were honoured to welcome guest speaker Ms Susan Moylan-Coombs, a Woolwonga and Gurindji woman, and part of the Stolen Generation. The story of her separation at birth from her mother is heart breaking, and is a sober reminder of the treatment of Indigenous people and its part in our recent history. Her message was one of hope and encouragement, with a desire to empower youth to realise their full potential and provide two-way cultural translation to bring individuals and communities together. Year 12 student, Thomas O’Sullivan shared his experiences on the Indigenous Immersion to Cape York that he attended in April. He recalled many memorable interactions with the Traditional Owners and the overwhelming feeling of being welcomed to every community the group visited.

Michael Roach (Year 12) leaves his hand print on the Sorry Day banner

During Reconciliation Week, a lunchtime BBQ sold over 500 sausage sandwiches, with all profits being forwarded to Yalari, an organisation that supports the education and empowerment of Indigenous youth. Students were also able to show their support of Reconciliation by placing their painted hands on a ‘Sorry’ banner.

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Faith at the Heart of the College Christmas Donations to St Canices and Jesuit Social Services In Week 5, Years 7–10 Pastoral Groups were asked to compile donations for the annual Christmas Hamper Appeal for parishioners of Emerton Parish. Year 11 students were also asked to collect items for the Ignite Shop, located next to Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Emerton. Jesuit Social Services (JSS) is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. In connection with the Parish and the Ignite Shop, JSS has partnered with St Aloysius’ College community to support those who need assistance during this festive season. The College has a long-held tradition and generosity of spirit in these initiatives that we hope to continue for many years to come. We would like to thank our generous Aloysian families for their support and companionship in solidarity with those most in need.

The Cardoner Project Offers Endless Opportunities to Help The Cardoner Project is a not-for-profit, young adult-focused hub for volunteering, founded in 2010 by the Jesuits. It seeks to engage young adults in a conscientious community with shared values, where genuine friendships will be made, and where conversations of depth and questioning are encouraged. The Project provides opportunities to join with other young adults to volunteer in programs supporting local, rural and offshore partners, participate in immersions and discussion groups, and to join its residential community at Bellarmine

Scan the QR code to visit The Cardoner Project website to find out more

House. Residents commit to weekly volunteer hours to serve and engage with our local and partner communities. Many Aloysian Old Boys have been involved with The Cardoner Project, becoming residents, volunteering locally or assisting overseas communities as part of an immersion, before beginning their tertiary studies. With the easing of restrictions, the Project has recently begun several social justice initiatives, including the Sunday Meals for the Marginalised outreach program, providing a lunch of burritos and brownies to local people living on the margins. Volunteers can also become online English tutors for students at Xavier Learning College in Chiang Rai, Thailand, or provide classroom and excursion support at Redfern Jarjum College. Immersions are also going ahead, in NSW for the short term. Overseas opportunities will soon be available again, all going well. Use the QR code below to visit The Cardoner Project website to find out more.

Batyr Chapter Lead RU OK? Day At St Aloysius’ College, all members of the community are called to extend care and concern to others. Cura personalis—‘the care of the individual’— describes this type of care. Thursday, 9 September marked R U OK? Day, a mental health initiative that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives. This year, the College’s Batyr Chapter made it their mission to normalise issues relating to mental health, and encouraged those within the community to ask for help when needed. The Batyr Chapter Leaders sought support of the College to participate in the day, and with the guidance of Mr Andrew Cheney and Mr Timothy Rowe, organised activities for students in the Senior School through their Pastoral Groups. This included a short video and presentation featuring Fr Ross Jones SJ, College Staff and students, on the importance of checking in on your mates, and advice on dealing with mental health.

Archbishop's Award for Student Excellence Congratulations to Gregory Manu (Year 12), for being awarded this year’s prestigious Archbishop’s Award for Student Excellence. Greg’s immense faith and his dedication to sharing it both within his local parish and at the College have commended him for this award. Since joining the College, Greg has remained committed to living his faith in action as a long-time altar server and choir member, and as participating in Peer Led Youth Ministry, as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and a leader in the Year 12 Kairos Retreat. He remains deeply involved in community service at the Exodus Foundation and by supporting the Vinnies Night Patrol van with his fellow Aloysians. Greg continues to display exemplary leadership, both in and out of the College, a true man for others.

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Aloys Day Whole School Celebration St Aloysius' Day celebrations went ahead on the last day of Term II, with the Junior and Senior Schools coming together to celebrate. Activities on the day raised funds for various Jesuit programs, including the Immersion Program, and brought the College Community together for some fun, friendly competition and home-grown entertainment. After a Whole-School Mass in Dalton Hall, boys enjoyed donuts, a BBQ and activities, such as the traditional teacher dunk tank, mechanical bull riding and a pinball arcade. Students and staff also faced off in several activities, including Basketball, Chess, Debating and Music. The day finished with a Community Concert in The Great Hall. Aloys Day always takes an enormous amount of work to organise and bring together and we are grateful to everyone who assisted before and on the day.

Mr Travis Desborough defends Year 12 student Angus Taylor in the Staff vs Students Basketball game on Aloys Day

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Middle Left: Bailey Stemple (Year 12), Julian Wong (Year 12), Flynn Gilmore (Year 12), Patrick Winters (Year 12), Evan Murray (Year 11)

Vinnies Winter Sleepout – A Real Life Experience In June, a group of students and staff members participated in the Vinnies Winter Sleepout in support of the charitable efforts of the St Vincent de Paul Society. The Vinnies Sleepout initiative offers a glimpse into the realities of homelessness by ‘sleeping rough’ for a night to raise awareness and funds for Vinnies’ homelessness services.

The real-life experience challenged all participants to get out of their comfort zones, and provided the boys with an insight into the complex issues faced by people experiencing homelessness. The event kicked off with a movie night, then sleeping in the Quadrangle, and a morning BBQ expertly run by Mr Geoff Vanderfield. Old Boys Jeremy Ho (SAC 2017) and Jake Parker (SAC 2017) joined the students in

the evening to discuss further involvement in social justice initiatives, including night patrols. The sleepout efforts raised over $600 towards food for Night Patrol snack packs. Thank you to Ms Lisa Gascoigne for her compassionate leadership, as well as College staff who assisted on the cold winter night.

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Human Dignity As a Jesuit school, St Aloysius’ College seeks to form hope-filled young men for the future who take their Ignatian values into a world that needs them. Human Excellence, the strategic plan of the College, places emphasis on Human Dignity and on deepening the formation opportunities that provide healthy rites of passage into male adulthood, authentically addressing the contemporary challenges to adolescent male wellbeing, relationships, and identity. Within this, prioritising the capacity for deep, respectful relationships with girls and women. In 2022 St Aloysius’ College will build upon its longstanding relationship with our neighbour and fellow school in the Ignatian tradition, Loreto Kirribilli, through a program called Companions in Learning. Partnering together adds an additional dimension to the shared desire for the girls and boys of the two schools

to have opportunities to grow together throw a renewed, structured program of connection to further enhance the unique relationship that already exists. With the foundation of common values in the Catholic, Ignatian tradition, Companions in Learning will serve as a vehicle for the two schools to work together across four pillars: 1.Respectful Relationships – authentic opportunities for students to develop their capacity for respectful relationships with each other. 2.Academic Companionship – shared academic programs for students so that they can acquire knowledge together, from one another and from the alumni of both schools.

Catholic Social Teaching, that support each school’s respective pursuit of truth and justice. 4.Community Engagement – programs and events that allow students to come together to exercise their obligations as members of the local community, with a particular focus on the Kirribilli area. St Aloysius’ College will continue to focus on the contemporary challenges facing adolescent male wellbeing through the College’s Wellbeing Program, PDHPE lessons and Religious Education.

3.Social Justice – joint experiences, aligned with

Samuel Odgers (Year 11) talking to Emilio Forero (Year 3)

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Old Traditions Celebrated in New Ways SRC Assembly Spectacular Student Affair On the last day of Term II, the Student Representative Council (SRC) hosted the annual SRC Assembly. Led by the Chair of SRC, Edward Sisson (Year 12), the student-led assembly showcased the diverse and committed culture of the College, highlighting their accomplishments throughout the year. The event included various student speakers and a video dedicated to the exciting memories of the year so far. An inspiring speech by Joshua McGillicuddy (Year 12) on the theme of celebrating diversity encouraged the boys to embrace their uniqueness, and to pursue the magis during their time at the College. The entertaining assembly also featured performances by Marcus Tyler (Year 7) on the cello, Rock Band 1 playing Hotel California by The Eagles, featuring College Captain, Jack Ryan (Year 12) and Year 10 students Owen Walsh, Egor Punanov and Gabriel Fernandez. Awards were given to students who had recently completed their Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh's International Awards, as well as the high achievers from the National Latin Examination. We are extremely proud of our new Year 7 SRC representatives, Rohan Arianayagam, Austin Tajima, James Blair, Luke Woodland, Jonathan Courtenay, Oliver Dick, Samuel Gorman, Robert Sloman, Nicholas Stavrellis Bridger, Thom Bragg, Nikolas Camo and Jack Whittingham, who were commissioned at the assembly. Well done

to all those involved in the spectacular student affair!

Valete Assembly The College was thrilled to host an online Valete Assembly, farewelling the Class of 2021 and recognising the contribution they have made during their time at the College. The Assembly forms an integral part of their Year 12 experience, marking the culmination of a year of hard work, as well as celebrating their individual achievements. Similar to the traditional Valete Assembly, the online format retained the key elements, including speeches from the Principal, Head of Senior School, Rector, Captains of the College, musical items, a Class of 2021 tribute video, and an individual Valete Citation for each student, read by their Pastoral Mentor. Year 11 students and their families were also invited to take part, in an act of solidarity with their fellow Aloysians. At the virtual assembly, Head of Senior School, Mr John Williams, commended the Class of 2021 on their strong leadership over the past year. “You have been strong leaders of the College over the last twelve months and been ambassadors for this positive change that as a community we so desperately seek. The College is grateful for your contribution during your time here. You will be remembered for your spirit, your deep love and support of the College, your commitment, and your inclusiveness.” The College is extremely proud of these young men, who have endured

hardships over the past two years, overcome personal and academic challenges, and continued to conduct themselves with competence, conscience and compassionate commitment. We congratulate the resilient and dedicated Class of 2021 – Ad Majora Natus.

Year 8 and 9 Mother and Son Experience In November, the College was delighted to offer the first-ever Year 8 and 9 Mother and Son Experience. The interactive experience, conducted via Zoom, provided boys with an opportunity to connect and have honest conversations with their mothers, in this integral part of their adolescence. Facilitated by Time and Space’s Bill Jennings, the unique program was developed to provide a ‘time and space’ for parents and their children to share important moments in a school community setting. Boys and their mums or female mentors were able to take part in fun icebreakers, parent and student discussions, and small groups, enabling participants to share meaningful insights about their life. The event received extremely positive feedback from both the boys and their mothers, with many looking forward to future programs hosted live and in person next year. Thank you to Dean of Students, Ms Erin Webb, for organising the program and ensuring that these valuable opportunities were made available during the period of online learning.

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Bringing Out Your Best Late in Term II, Year 12 participated in a three-part session called ‘Bringing Out Your Best Day’, aimed at fostering positive wellbeing and reaching their academic potential. As a Jesuit school, the College aims to graduate young men of compassion, conscience, competence and commitment. These sessions provide opportunities for students to develop each of these virtues through the customised programs, encouraging them to bring out the best in all the aspects of their young lives. The theme, ‘Achieving Personal and Collective Magis in 2021, featured sessions to help support the Class of 2021 with topics such as ‘being your best self’, ‘achieving your academic best’, and ‘coaching conversations’. The full day included presentations from a number of College leaders and students also participated in Pastoral Group activities, such as a trivia challenge and a ping pong tournament. Year 12 students were also fortunate to have Old Boys from the Class of 2019 and 2020 share some tips and tricks on studying for the HSC, and sharing insights on using Pastoral Group workshops to their advantage. With donuts and fun games in between sessions, each student had the opportunity to have one-onone goal setting and coaching conversations, tailored to suit their individual needs.

Samson Hyland (Year 12)

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Junior School Shines Online

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emote learning has prompted a massive shift in the way schools created and delivered curriculum to students this year. The last eighteen months, and most notably during Term III, staff in the Junior School worked tirelessly to develop practical strategies and processes for employing new technology, improving wellbeing, and engaging students in creative, innovative ways of learning.

With a strong focus on maintaining the learning continuity and wellbeing of our students, we aimed to get the right balance for our students. We are extremely grateful to all Junior School staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to provide a learning program that catered to the academic, social and emotional needs of all the boys in the Junior School. When it became clear that we were likely to be using Aloys Online for an extended time, Junior School staff stepped up their efforts to engage the boys. The level of enriched learning was evident as the variety of lessons being offered by specialist teachers came to life. The need to keep boys active saw the renewal of an already successful Aloys HomeFit program. The commencement of the Year 3 and 4 Strings Program and Music Ensemble rehearsals online added to the boys' daily learning routine. We took every opportunity to seize the boys’ imaginations and keep them busy and engaged. For example, during the Olympics there were sport themed conferences, an Olympics Kahoot quiz, a

Japanese cooking challenge, Haiku poem writing and Origami lessons. On Canvas, Mr El-Khoury’s corner was created to provide enrichment activities and competitions for boys seeking more engagement. This included quizzes, writing and cooking competitions. Many boys loved the extra challenges provided by this initiative. There were things we did differently, like the traditional Father’s Day stall, run by Year 4 and supporting Cana Communities, this simply moved online. Instead of our usual Grandparent’s Day visitors, boys were encouraged to connect with their grandparents by calling them, sharing their online learning journals, writing a letter/poem or creating a Grandparents/ Grandfriends’ Day card. Book Week was also held online, with plenty of innovative opportunities for the boys to participate. BKinder Day spread kindness, empathy, and compassion as boys were encouraged to write messages of gratitude and kindness to their parents, family members or friends.

Year 6 students Ryan Abood, Leonardo Bazouni, Charles Dykes, Frederick Murray, Ethan McNamara, Thomas Edgerton, Thomas Crighton, Ryan Hatlee.

The students also adapted well, with the Social Justice Committee creating a video where students spoke about the Ten Things an Aloysian Should Say More Often. They also created a Random Acts of Kindness Calendar and shared this with all the boys. Finally Magis week, in the last week of Term III gave the boys a chance to move away from their timetables and spend a week engaged in alternate activities based around the 4Cs Commitment, Competence, Compassion and Conscience. Whilst we acknowledge that online learning cannot fully recreate a typical classroom experience, the warmth and energy of many of these online engagements went a long way towards doing so. It was a privilege for me to sit quietly during many online class conferences and proudly observe these moments. Despite the challenges of lockdown, I have no doubt that we came through this experience stronger, together. We now look back and appreciate the opportunity it gave us to reconsider and reset some of our priorities. This experience has made us even more aware of how much we value each other and ultimately it will build even stronger bonds in our Junior School community. Mr Joe El-Khoury Head of Junior School

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Excelling in Online Learning Returning to the College after an entire term (and more) of learning from home was very exciting for the students of the Junior School. We asked several students to share their reflections on their experience of Aloys Online and why they were so happy to be back at school.

Owen Brown (Year 4) said "It’s great being back at school because we get to see our friends and focus on our learning. Benedict Wong (Year 4) reflected that, "The best thing about being back at school is not being on my computer all the time." But lockdown wasn’t all bad. A few boys shared what they enjoyed about learning from home. Dominic Riddett (Year 3) said he loved being able to keep using his brain even though he was at home. Ethan Campbell (Year 6) said he liked that he learnt to be flexible and smart with how he used his time. Michael Ayoub (Year 5) enjoyed learning how to connect with his friends and teachers even if it was not in person. Derek Gong (Year 5) enjoyed facing new challenges and learning new things.

"Coming back to school after lockdown can best be described as riding a bike after you haven’t in a while. It’s scary at first, but you also at your core know how to do things because like riding a bike, being at school is not something you forget." Immanuel Geha (Year 6) We also asked a few boys what they learned about themselves. Connor Beynon (Year 4) said he found Aloys Online challenging at times, but he realised with the right mindset he was still able to do well. Daniel Massasso (Year 6) said he discovered that you don’t need to be near someone to be connected with them, and Leo Callanan (Year 5) said he preferred online learning in many ways because it allowed him to learn in his own time.

“I think we can all agree lockdown wasn’t the best. But everyone is super happy to come back. Because we wanted to be with our friends. Our

teachers always try to help, and every boy looks out for each other." Luke Odgers (Year 6) NED Whole School Assembly During Term III, the entire Junior School took part in an interactive virtual version of the NED Show. The NED Program centres around the acronym Never give up, Encourage others and Do your best. These are three important messages that have relevance to all of us. The NED assembly is designed to encourage a culture of kindness and excellence within schools, and it was certainly timely and appropriate during Aloys Online. During the performance, students learnt about the importance of these three life skills while also enjoying storytelling, magic, humour, and yo-yo tricks. The boys discovered how to activate their growth mindset to overcome social, emotional, and academic challenges. After the assembly, Junior School staff arranged to post a yo-yo to each student. These were received with great enthusiasm by the boys. Mastering the yo-yo takes hours of practice and lots of determination, and we hope that the boys learnt to develop skills to navigate unexpected challenges with a growth mindset, and can use the learnings from their NED experience over the coming year.

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Junior School Traditions Continue Experiential Learning Strikes Gold Learning takes many forms in the Junior School, and our teachers are always creating learning experiences that engage the boys, igniting their curiosity, inspiring their passions, and identifying their strengths. Late in Term IV, Year 5 were able to participate in their long-awaited Gold Day, dressing up as characters from the Australian Gold Rush, and enjoying a day of experiential learning. Year 5 boys were immersed in Gold Rush fever, earning and saving money, making candles, running grocery shops, learning how to make damper, and digging up ounces of gold. The dangers of life on the Victorian gold fields were brought to life through the wonderful learning opportunities, and it was exciting to see the boys ask questions, collaborate with others, and explore their world.

We are grateful to Mrs Michelle Reay, our Year 5 Grade Academic Coordinator, for facilitating and organising our Gold Rush Day. Everyone involved, including several Year 6 assistants, did a wonderful job of generating such excitement associated with learning about our past.

A Real Page Turner Every year, Book Week is a highlight of the Junior School calendar, and for the first time, the highly anticipated event was held virtually, as the boys entered Aloys Online. This year’s theme was Old Worlds, New Worlds and Other Worlds, and despite students being at home, it was a week of creativity. Excitement levels were high, with boys travelling all over the world, stretching the limits of their imagination. Boys changed their virtual backgrounds each day to show different locations, dressed up for different themed days, and joined in a

school Readaround, where different staff members virtually visited online classrooms to read aloud. It was heart-warming to see the boys in their creative costumes on Teams, supporting and interacting with their fellow Aloysian brothers. Students also participated in the hugely popular Edible Book Competition. As usual, the entries were brilliant works of art. Congratulations to the following boys for their winning and highly commended creations. First Place: Julian Murcutt (Year 3), Ciaran Lauren (Year 3), William Bremberg (Year 4), Leo Callanan (Year 5), Sean Lauren (Year 6). Highly Commended: Lachlan Gallagher (Year 3), Felix Tucker (Year 3), Harrison French (Year 4), Connor Beynon (Year 4), Harrison Beverley (Year 5), Luca Farmer (Year 5), Harry Black (Year 6). Thanks to our Teacher Librarian, Ms Kate Lester, for her superb efforts in organising the entire virtual event during the period of online learning.

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Top: William Tindall, James Vu, Archer Thackray, Michael Ayoub (all Year 5) Bottom: James Rodrigues, Xavier Chan, Oliver Gormley, Justin Khreich (all Year 5)

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News from the Junior School Maths Challenge Congratulations to the following boys who participated in the Australian Maths Trust’s Mathematics Challenge this year, with some terrific results. Zachary Cannon (Year 6), Rex Hodge (Year 6), Nathan Nguyen (Year 6), Aiden Cheung (Year 5), Michael Ayoub (Year 5), Matthieu Barrelet (Year 6), Immanuel Geha (Year 6), Thomas Edgerton (Year 6), Jonah Hill (Year 6), Tyler Le (Year 5), Joshua Lizzio (Year 5), Oliver Leroy (Year 5), Theodore StackpoolHabel (Year 6). A special mention goes to Sean Lauren (Year 6), Archibald Seiler (Year 4) and Hugo Ni (Year 6), who all achieved a Distinction.

Farewelling Mr Scelzi and Mrs Rogan At the end of the 2021 school year, we sadly farewelled the College’s Junior School Music Coordinator, Mr Gerard Scelzi. Mr Scelzi undertook this role for the College for sixteen years – an outstanding term of service. He has helped strengthen Junior School Music and also the wider Music Department and Liturgy Team. Mr Scelzi's work has traversed so much of the Junior School’s mission:

coordinating the Junior School Liturgical Program, coordinating and overseeing the Strings Program and the Wind, Brass & Percussion Program, conducting the Junior School Concert Bands, Junior School Choir, and Senior School Stage Band. Mr Scelzi will be a significant loss to our College. We have been incredibly blessed to have him serve as the Junior School Music Coordinator for so many years, and wish him all the best for his future. We will also farewell our long-serving and much-admired Junior School Teacher, Mrs Marianne Rogan, who is formally leaving the College at the conclusion of 2021 to continue in her position with our brother Jesuit school, Redfern Jarjum College (RJC), where she has been teaching for the past two years. Mrs Rogan joined the College in 2002, and her passion for teaching, her love of learning, and her genuine interest in the students has always been evident. She is an excellent practitioner, and has always created a vibrant, engaging and positive learning environment for all her students. We wish Mrs Rogan all the best at RJC.

Living in the Virtual World During Term III, Year 4 participated in our first virtual excursion through Sydney Living Museums, as part of their History unit. Boys participated via a Zoom call and were

engaged remotely through a 45-minute virtual excursion, led by a museum educator. Students had the opportunity to learn about first contact experiences between Indigenous Australians and colonists. Despite not being able to visit the museum in person, the boys appreciated the chance to have their History unit brought to life by images and storytelling during the virtual tour.  

A Virtual Welcome Early November, the Junior School was delighted to hold a Virtual Orientation morning for new boys in Years 3, 5 and 7, 2022. While the session was different to usual, the future students were able to take a glimpse of life at the Junior School, and interact with their fellow classmates. We are grateful to our boys for taking the time to participate in a video for incoming students and assisting with the online session. Thank you to Henry Magill (Year 6), Frederick Murray (Year 6), Isaac Karam (Year 6), Lachlan Santos (Year 6), Maximilian Todd (Year 6), Jonathan Scott (Year 6), Aidan Youssef (Year 6), Gabriel Rodriguez (Year 6), Immanuel Geha (Year 6), Sebastian Lee (Year 6), Max Hill (Year 6), Ignacio Bartucciotto (Year 6), James Tyler (Year 6) and Jasper Roebuck (Year 6), for being young men for others.

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Alexander Hurll (Year 6) showcases his Daily Planner and workspace at home in this Aloysiad Photography Competition entry

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Student in Profile Dominic Riddett - Year 3 In his first year at the College, Dominic Riddett has taken to St Aloysius’ from the get go. A confident and outgoing student, Dominic loves that Aloys is a place where anything is possible and that there is always a new experience that is available to him. His favourite things about the College are his supportive teachers and the friendships he has made so far. A keen sportsman, Dominic loves to play Cricket and Soccer, but most of all he enjoys the team camaraderie and the opportunity to improve on his athletic skills. His favourite subjects are Science and Mathematics, both of which he says are his strongest fields of study.

Dominic is also an avid reader and finds many opportunities to turn the page and discover new stories, from the fictional adventures of Harry Potter to historical facts about NASA. In his spare time, Dominic also enjoys building rally cars and bike riding, something he had more time to do during lockdown this year. In the future, Dominic hopes to be a jack of all trades – an astronaut, a race car driver, and an engineer. While he knows that this may be physically impossible, he will certainly do his best to try, using the example of his role model, Neil Armstrong, who made the impossible possible.

Student in Profile Frederick Kyngdon - Year 5 Since starting at the College this year, Frederick Kyngdon has settled wonderfully into the Junior School. He appreciates the Aloys culture and looks forward to continuing his already accomplished journey as an Aloysian. An intelligent and enthusiastic student, Fred has already made new friends and is keen on pursuing all the available opportunities the College has to offer. As a self-professed history aficionado, his favourite subject is undoubtedly History. Fred knows all about the ins and outs of World War II and can hold court with all of his attained knowledge, attributing his love of reading and both grandfathers for his passion for all things war-related. Fred also acknowledges his Classroom Teacher, Mr Paul Van der Meer, for encouraging him to be a history buff as well as a better student.

Outside the classroom, Fred enjoys playing Touch Football and Tennis. A skilled orator, Fred is keenly involved in Debating and Public Speaking, and loves to participate in language-focused competitions such as Linguafest and Bear Pit, named as a finalist in both of these. Fred also continues to use his talents at his local parish as a regular reader at Mass. In the future, Fred hopes to pursue a career as a vehicle weapons engineer, but in the meantime, he is looking forward to his final year at the Junior School and is excited for the leadership prospects ahead.

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Student in Profile Alexander Sequiera - Year 4 Since starting at the college in Year 3, Alexander Sequiera has always known that Aloys is where he is meant to be. As the lead vocalist of the Junior School Rock Band, Alex is no stranger to the spotlight and is frequently involved in singing opportunities throughout the Junior School. In his second year at the College, Alex continues to take up all the Music opportunities available to him including Rock Band and the Junior School Choir. His love of singing began at an early age, he recalls being in the car and singing to the radio as a fond memory. Singing has always come naturally to Alex, and it helps that he finds it as an outlet to be as loud as he can.

It comes as no surprise then that his favourite subject is English. Alex loves the creative element of the subject, and notes that he enjoys the freedom of being able to write what you want. Outside the classroom, Alex likes to play Basketball and Football, and is an avid member of the Tinkering Club. Alex is looking forward to experiencing an entire year at Aloys free from disruption, and hopes that next year will be filled with new opportunities and more time spent hanging out with his friends.

Student in Profile Immanuel Geha - Year 6 Immanuel Geha has most definitely embraced all that the Junior School has to offer in his four years at St Aloysius’ College. He has taken advantage of the opportunities and activities on offer, and involved himself in all aspects of Junior School life, including academics, music, sports, and forming friendships. Immanuel joined the Junior School in Year 3 and did not know anyone, so he was nervous at first, but feels like he settled in quickly and well, taking advantage of his new freedom to try different things. He plays Football and Basketball, enjoying the physical activity as a way to use up his considerable energy. He also plays tennis, and has been involved in Debating and the choir. Immanuel freely admits he’s a solutionsdriven person, and prefers Mathematics because of the certainty of its answers. He has also been involved in Future Problem

Solvers because he loves searching for solutions and answers to help people. Next year, Immanuel is excited to get involved in some hands-on Science in a laboratory, and Year 7 Camp. He thinks the bigger campus will be fun, and also looks forward to doing a few new subjects. He is a little nervous about the changes Year 7 will bring to his life, but he wisely says you can’t grow without a little fear. In the Junior School, Immanuel has loved playing sport, the Canberra Trip, the Winter Sport Gala Days, and Cross Country Carnival. He will miss the environment, which he says is very nurturing and encouraging, but he knows it’s time to move on, and looks forward to the Senior School experience that awaits him.

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Keeping Junior Boys Busy and Active Aerobics and Olympics

Future Problem Solvers

During Term III, our Junior School Sportsmaster, Mr James Kouts, and PDHPE Teacher, Mr Jimmy Norris, ran a weekly ‘live’ fitness session for an hour on Friday afternoons. All Junior School boys were divided into two groups and provided with a time and a link. Boys who were onsite learning in the Junior School would join in on the Basketball Courts and students at home would find some space inside or outside to join the session. Mr Kouts and Mr Norris would then run them through a tough routine including star jumps, burpees, push ups and plenty of other activities to keep the boys moving in lockdown.

The Future Problem-Solving Club is a research-based, academic program that helps young minds develop ethical leadership skills and provides a unique opportunity for students to learn and apply essential life skills in the modern world.

Boys loved these sessions and up to 80% of students would join in, enjoying the activity and the chance to connect with others in their Year Group.

Well done to Brendan Cheung (Year 5), Sebastian Gray (Year 5), Marcus Lalani (Year 5), Winston Wong (Year 6), Kevin Yu (Year 6), Nicholas Kwon (Year 5), Leo Edmonds (Year 5), Jayden Rodrigues (Year 5), Henry Leete (Year 5), Nicholas Gasic (Year 5), Nathan Limark (Year 6), Liam Horan (Year 6) and William Tan (Year 5) on their spectacular efforts.

We are also incredibly proud of our Junior School students who participated so enthusiastically in the Aloys Olympics during Aloys Online. Junior School submissions made up a huge majority of the overall entries to the competition and the boys really demonstrated the 2020 Olympic Games spirit of ‘Stronger Together’.

Once a week, in person or online, a group of Junior School boys would gather to solve future problems. Topics included youth in competitive sports, wearable technology and human environmental impact. In teams of four, boys were tasked to create an action plan running through a six-step problemsolving process.

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Charlie Playoust (Year 3), Miles (Year 3) and Liam (Year 5) Masson keep happy and active in this Aloysiad Photography Competition entry

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Home Is Where The Art Is Zart National Art Prize

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Congratulations to Edward Haywood (Year 6) on being selected as one of the sixteen finalists in the Zart National Art Prize (Years 4-6 category). The competition encouraged students all over Australia to create a fun work of art celebrating the theme, Our Celebration of Australia.

In Term III, Mandarin students were hard at work on Linguafest, a short film festival competition where students are asked to create and submit a two-minute film based on the theme, A Choice. A signature item – a piece of fruit – must also be featured within the film. Junior School students participating in the competition were kept busy working on script writing and reading, as well as filming and editing.

In the description of his painting (pictured above), Edward says: “The beach on a scorching summer’s day is everything to me. It refreshes me, fills me with serenity, and I feel as if I am in my hometown whenever I cool myself off in a beach or a pool.” Well done Edward!

Thank you to Junior School Teacher, Ms Rachel Chen, for making sure each entry was fun and creative. We are extremely proud of our Year 5 finalists David O’Meara,

Frederick Chalkley, Benjamin Brandweiner, William Tindall, Eamon Eastman and Sebastian Gray. Congratulations to Frederick Kyngdon (Year 5) and Seamus Carter (Year 5) whose movie entries represented St Aloysius’ College Junior School and competed against other Stage 3 films in the Modern Language Teachers Association Competition.

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Edward Haywood's (Year 6) Zart National Art Prize entry

Co-curricular Prizegiving At the end of November, the Junior School celebrated their Annual CoCurricular Prizegiving Assembly. Prizes were awarded across both winter and summer sport as well as Music ensembles. During his address, Head of Junior School, Mr Joe El-Khoury, spoke about how adaptable the Junior School’s sport and co-curricular programs were during Term III and congratulated the boys on their continued passion and commitment. Junior School Sportsmaster, Mr James Kouts also praised the boys for their dedication to their training and their

performance on the field, despite the difficulties presented by 2021. Southwell was named the winning House for 2021, represented by Captain Samuel Sidoti (Year 6) and Vice-Captain Max Eves (Year 6). The Principal’s Award for sport was awarded to Max Hill (Year 6). Max contributed as a member of the Prep A Basketball team and as Captain of the Prep A Rugby team. His leadership and determination during games were noted by all who watched him from the sidelines. He was selected for the Independent Primary School Heads of Australia (IPSHA) Rugby Team and the

Combined Independent Schools (CIS) Representative Rugby Team, one of only twenty boys selected across NSW. Max is a deserving recipient of this award. Mr El-Khoury also thanked parents of the Junior School for their contribution across 2021 before finishing with a special mention to Mr Gerard Scelzi for his sixteen years of tireless work as Music Coordinator. Congratulations to all, for their outstanding commitment to sport and co-curricular activities in 2021.

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Living A Faith That Does Justice Keeping Grandparents Close During August the boys of the Junior School participated in an online liturgy for the Feast of the Assumption. While it was not possible do this the traditional way, with grandparents joining us for Mass and morning tea at the College, we were still able to reflect on Mary’s faithful relationship with God. We also celebrated the great faith of Saints Joachim and Ann, the Grandparents of Jesus, and took the opportunity to honour all Grandparents and thank God for the blessing they are in the lives of the boys. Junior School boys sent in photos of themselves with their grandparents and a beautiful montage of images was played during the service. Harrison Beverley (Year 5) interviewed his grandmother, Mrs Paulette Beverley, who provided some insightful reflections and advice to all the boys.

Students were encouraged to connect with their grandparents, by calling them, sharing their online learning journals, writing a letter/poem or creating a Grandparents/Grandfriends Day background for a video call. During difficult times it is more important than ever to celebrate the gift of grandparents and recognise the importance of our heritage, our community, and relationships across generations.

very active life with his disability, muscular dystropy. Nas Campanella, ABC reporter, who is visually impaired, also presented to the boys, speaking about her life and career as a journalist.

Variety – Just Like You Presentation

Cana Father’s Day Stall

Late in Semester 2, Junior School boys took part in an important online presentation by The Variety Club, called the Just Like You Program. This is a disability awareness program created to develop understanding, acceptance and inclusion of people with a disability, teaching kids that people with a disability really are just like them. The presentation was facilitated by Nhon Huynh who lives a

Students from St Aloysius' College, Redfern Jarjum College, Loreto Kirribilli, and Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview gather during Reconciliation Week for a smoking ceremony

Nhon said after the presentation, “It was such a lovely session. All your students were very well behaved and were great listeners. We hope the sessions were both valuable and inspiring.”

As part of Year 4’s Arrupe Outreach Program to support Cana Communities, the boys in Year 4.2 and Miss Teneal Brown organised this year’s Father’s Day Stall online. Cana is a wonderful organisation that cares for and supports those who are struggling to integrate into society. Boys could purchase socks and chocs, blueberry and raspberry jam, a BBQ pack, honey and peach and mango or spicy tomato chutney for their dads.

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Gifts were home delivered in time for Father’s Day. The Junior School community has been supporting them for many years and we hope that many Junior School dads enjoyed their gifts.

Walkathon to Seaworld Our inaugural Aloysian Walkathon was an idea that grew out of the Junior School challenges in lockdown. Boys and staff ‘walked’ to Seaworld on the Gold Coast, virtually enjoying the sights and sounds of the coastal route north. Colour Houses competed to see which team could walk the furthest over three weeks. The Junior School staff also fielded a team. Boys were encouraged to participate by walking or running as many steps as they could individually or with their family. Fitness watches, smart phones and pedometers were all used to record their progress, or boys logged their steps

manually. Tallies of distance covered were carefully calculated, and Rebel Sport vouchers were up for grabs for those who travelled the longest distances. Southwell led the way from the start, walking to Seaworld and back not once, but twice! They clocked over 4000km and were the overall winners. A special mention must go to the Junior School staff, who, despite having less team members, still managed a respectable 1800km, making it to Seaworld and all the way back.

National Sorry Day In May, the Junior School commemorated National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week in cooperation with Redfern Jarjum College. The College was delighted to be joined by Mr Matthew Smith, Principal of Redfern Jarjum College, along with his students and staff, various representatives from Loreto

Kirribilli Junior School and Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview, and by Aboriginal elder Uncle Dave of the Gadigal people for a special purification ceremony in the Junior School. The Reconciliation Prayer Service, celebrated by Fr Nico Lariosa SJ, recognised the importance of our role in the healing of the nation and encouraged the building of friendships between the young generation. During the ceremony, students had the opportunity to learn more about the history and ongoing injustice faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, adding to their learning in and out of the classroom. Year 6 leaders also had the opportunity to make new friends with Jarjum students on the day through a number of initiatives, building on the existing partnership with Redfern Jarjum College.

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Year 3 celebrate their First Holy Communion

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Caring for Every Student Year 3 First Holy Communion On a Sunday late in Term IV, The Boys’ Chapel was filled with families in person, and with many more viewing via livestream. They watched as forty-nine Year 3 boys, well primed and angelic in presentation, received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion for the first time in one of two Masses. The boys also received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Monday, 1 November. Fr Nico Lariosa SJ and Fr Ross Jones SJ each celebrated one of the Masses, and we are grateful to all staff and parents who helped to prepare the boys for this important sacrament. Also we thank the Year 6 Class Parents, Mrs Susannah Gallagher and Ms Lisa Samways, who added a celebratory touch to the occasion with a COVID-19 compliant morning tea. We pray that our young First Communicants will look back on the day as one of the milestones in their faith journey.

Year 6 Graduation and Mass In November, the College held the Year 6 Mass of Thanksgiving and Graduation Ceremony for our Year 6 boys to celebrate the milestone of completing their time in the Junior School. It was a memorable and enjoyable occasion, giving thanks for the Year

6 Class of 2021, their passion, contributions and their talents. The day began with Mass, celebrated in The Boys’ Chapel by Fr Ross Jones SJ, followed by the wonderful entertainment from Junior School Chamber String Orchestra as well as Luke Seah (Year 6) on the piano. Thank you to all who were involved in the preparation of this special event including Mrs Virginia Cobb and the Year 6 Class Teachers. Year 11 Leaders also assisted, including Chair of Student Representative Council, Aaron Espiritu, College Vice-Captains Matthew Davies and Peter Masesa, who were our Masters of Ceremonies, and College Captain, Luke McNamara. After Mass, the boys returned to the Junior School to enjoy a special lunch together before spending some time in the afternoon playing games in Milson Park. A fitting farewell to our wonderful Year 6 students and we wish them all the best as they move to the Senior School in 2022.

Magis Week in the Junior School Magis Week was a purpose-built alternative program which the boys experienced during the final week of Term III. It was a welcome diversion from a term of Aloys Online and the boys and staff embraced the change of

pace. The theme for the week was ‘Directed for the Best’ and it was designed around the College’s 4Cs of Commitment, Competence, Compassion and Conscience. The timetable included engaging, reflective activities, and a program that included guest speakers and virtual excursions. Each day commenced with a prayer and a wellbeing activity, and then focused on one of the 4Cs. Boys then participated in an Examen before the afternoon session which involved Physical Education challenges and live fitness. The boys experienced a variety of special activities including an Ignatian Spirituality Day, making Chinese Lanterns, contributing to a whole Junior School musical rendition of ‘Ode to Joy’, hip hop dancing and creating a nature Mandala. Also, all boys had the opportunity to write thank you cards to a members of our community who have continued to support them during the lockdown and during Aloys Online. Magis Week recognised the talents, accomplishments, and hard work of our students. The boys and staff thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to come together to celebrate engaging, reflective activities that were based on connection, gratitude, friendship and building our community spirit.

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Students of the Senior School line up to greet and thank Aloys oldest Old Boy, John Richardson (SAC 1941) following the ANZAC Ceremony earlier this year

The Lifelong Engagement of the Aloysian Family After joining the College as Director of Foundation in October 2020, I recently reflected on my first year in the role. I often say that “the only constant is change” and this saying has never rung truer than over the past twelve months. Change, although daunting at times, can also be a force for good, an opportunity to reimagine the way we work and innovate. As I reflect on this, I believe we have been able to introduce changes to our work that will continue to serve the College, and most importantly, current and future generations of Aloysians, to our full capacity. On the matter of change, I should also state that change alone has by no means been the sole focus for the Foundation Office, as there are very solid foundations in place, built by my predecessors, staff, and committed volunteers since the College Foundation was established in 1989. “Tradition wrapped in innovation” is a saying often cited at the College, which has been somewhat of a

mantra for us in 2021, given the changing environment. One of the key initiatives the Foundation launched this year was our new strategy, which has been titled Generosity and Lifelong Engagement. This strategy was influenced by at least 100 conversations with Old Boys, current and past parents, benefactors, grandparents, leadership, staff and friends, as I have always felt it important to co-design our plans to suit the environment. These conversations provided a valuable evidence base from which we developed four key components to the strategy: Generosity, which focuses on our giving program, Lifelong Engagement, which addresses ongoing engagement, not only with our Old Boys, but past parents, grandparents and friends, the School of Mine philanthropic campaign, which we are due to launch to the community in 2022, and Foundation Governance, which aims to continue to improve the way in which the Foundation operates.

These four areas of focus will remain a priority for the Foundation, which ultimately aims to continue our growth and deepen our engagement with the Aloysian community. To provide different ways of engaging with our community, and to further advance the impact made through philanthropic support. Through all our activities in 2021, I have recognised the important role the Foundation Office plays, not only in helping to secure the financial stability of the College, but also in fostering a strong sense of community. In 2022, we will continue to embrace our traditions and the constant tides of change to ensure that we are able to serve in the best interests of the College. Our goal is to foster generosity and a lifelong engagement with the Aloysian community, to benefit current and future generations of Aloysians. We look forward to your continued support and engagement. Mr Daniel Martin Director of Foundation

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Richard Walker-Powell Medallion 2021 Since 2005, St Aloysius' College has awarded the Richard Walker-Powell Medallion to an Aloysian graduate who has made a significant and generous contribution as a man for others since leaving the College. Their endeavour should embody compassion, justice and service to those who are in need or on the edge of our society. This year, the College was proud to announce that the 2021 recipient of the Richard WalkerPowell Medallion was Harry Cavanagh (SAC 2008, pictured below). After school, Harry completed a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Sydney. During his course, he undertook voluntary placements at the Drug and Alcohol Education Centre, and the Redfern Legal Centre. In 2010, he travelled to Timor-Leste with two other Aloysians, teaching English to underprivileged children. Since his graduation, Harry has worked with those suffering from homelessness, mental health, and substance abuse issues. He joined the Haymarket Foundation, a refuge/ accommodation centre that cares for those that most accommodation centres would shun. Harry then commenced work with Knowmore, assisting victims of sexual abuse.

These experiences convinced Harry that there was additional scope to advocate for those most in need, through a law degree. In 2016, he commenced his law degree at UTS. He was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales last year. A huge achievement. Harry is now a solicitor at the Aboriginal Legal Service, in the Care and Protection division, representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly relating to the welfare of their children in the Central West region of New South Wales. In a young life, Harry has demonstrated a passionate commitment to social justice and advocacy for the most marginalised members of our community. He lives out the maxim of Saint Ignatius Loyola that "love is expressed in deeds more than in words". And, like Aloysius, with the forgotten ones on the edge. In his acceptance speech, Harry said, “It is clear to me on reflection that the values that I was taught throughout my time at this school have influenced the path I have taken so far. As much as I would like to, I cannot pretend that it is simply a coincidence. It may not be immediately apparent to you now, but the importance of considering others in all that you do is something that has stuck with me in my professional and personal life since leaving school.”

Q: What's fun? A: The Trivia Challenge Online The College was delighted to host the Aloys Trivia Challenge in an online format for the second year. The trivia event was an unequivocal smash-hit, with many participating in the fun. The much-loved event was once again an opportunity for the Aloysian Community to connect with one another from the comfort of their own homes, and compete for prizes, including spa vouchers, holiday getaways, a guitar signed by Ed Sheeran, and the highly coveted 1974 Rolls Royce Shadow. The trivia night was an absolute success, with over 280 Aloysian families joining in the fun event, raising over $80,000 for the College Foundation in support of both our Bursary and Building Funds. This incredible effort would not have been a success without the support of our Aloysian Community, including those who donated fantastic auction items to help raise funds. We would like to thank the College Foundation for their hard work and organisation of the event, Director of Foundation, Mr Daniel Martin, for his stewardship, and the Aloysian Community for their thoughtful generosity. The ongoing support of the community continues to be vital in helping to advance the mission of our College, and we hope to resume these events in person next year.

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Mary Cleary and Barry Cleary (SAC 1965) and their grandson Joshua (Year 3)

Paul "Bushfire" Lenehan (SAC 1955)

Gonzaga Society Lunch In June, the College Foundation was privileged to host the bi-annual Gonzaga Society Mass and Lunch at the Senior School campus. This marked the first time in two years that the Gonzaga Society was able to connect as a result of pandemic disruptions. The event commenced with a Mass in The Boys' Chapel, followed by lunch served in the newly renovated Juana Mateo Room. It was a special occasion for the Old Boys, with grandchildren accompanying their grandparents at Mass, and catching up with fellow Aloysians from as far back as 1946 and up to 1971, who were in attendance. The Gonzaga Society meets annually, close to the feast of St Aloysius, and again in early December, for the Christmas Mass and Carols followed by a traditional Christmas Lunch. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Gonzaga Society Christmas Lunch was cancelled this year.

Bruce Bland (SAC 1959)

Arthur Emmett (SAC 1952), Tim Studdert (SAC 1952), John Punch (SAC 1951)

These welcome events provide a wonderful opportunity for older members of the Aloysian Family to gather and socialise with lifelong companions. We look forward to recommencing these gatherings in 2022.

Old Boy Community Website Debut The College Foundation is excited to announce the successful launch of the St Aloysius’ College Old Boys Community website. The new website will be a one-stop shop for all College news and events, and is the perfect forum for Old Boys to stay in touch with former classmates. The innovative website offers professional development opportunities, mentoring programs, business directory, as well as avenues for service, and to learn about those who have committed to being men for others. It is also a great platform for Aloysians to

network, and to invite other Old Boys to join the website community. The Foundation Office has worked tirelessly to deliver a seamless experience and resource that is essential for staying connected with our Old Boy community. We would like to thank all those who participated and provided feedback during the soft launch of the website. As the website continues to grow organically, the College encourages all Old Boys to visit the website and view the latest content, with more up-to-date information to come in the new year. You can access the website via the QR code below or heading to the following link https://oldboys.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/

Scan to visit the new St Aloysius' College Old Boys Community website

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Zach Martorana (SAC 2013) When he finished school in 2013, Zach Martorana went on Immersion to Thailand with The Cardoner Project. He names this experience, teaching English in remote villages, as life-changing, and the most eyeopening adventure he’s ever had. He then chose to do International Studies at university, hoping for an opportunity to return overseas, and learn another language, as soon as possible. He had his wish, studied Spanish, and undertook student exchanges to Mexico and Colombia. Zach’s degree also included Media, which led him to an internship with Caritas and Catholic Mission. It was clear by now that he was leaning towards a career in the not-for-profit and social justice sector, and today he is Communications Officer at Jesuit Mission, handling everything from social to digital media, print publications, and the website. He enjoys the variety of his job and his

“ David Brimson (SAC 1977) David Brimson says his Aloysian journey as student, parent, past parent and dedicated volunteer, has been a wonderful journey in an ever-expanding community. Over the past fifty years he has enjoyed all his interactions with the College, most recently as part of the Committee of the St Aloysius’ Past Parents Association (SAPPA), which plans to host several parent events in 2022.   David doesn’t remember his first day in 1971, but he remembers being happy at Aloys from the day he joined, counting among many of his classmates then, his lifelong friends today. The Class of 1977 is still close as a Year Group, with over sixty of the ninety-six attending their most recent reunion. David cites the leadership of Vin Goldrick (SAC 1977, College Captain) as a major contributor to their close-knit group.   As a student he became involved in many activities which provided opportunities to work with friends and to have fun. These included sport, Cadets, Art of Speech, Debating, operas and plays. One of his teachers was young Mr Ross Jones. He also remembers young Jesuit scholastics,

Michael Ryan, Richard White and David Pollard. David also recalls the wonderful influence of Alan Clausen, his economic teacher who encouraged him and many of his classmates to become involved in social justice activities in general and  Community Aid Abroad specifically.  While David left Aloys in 1977, his association with the College has never ended. He married his wife Sharon with three Old Boys as his groomsman, and went on to have three boys of his own, Lachlan (SAC 2014), Patrick (SAC 2016) and Nathan (SAC 2019). All three still have close ties with Aloys and their classmates.   While a parent, David continued being a major part of the community, as a volunteer, on the sidelines at sporting matches, team coach and part of the group of dads who cooked at Cadet camp. His contribution to the College has been enormous and while David says Aloys has given him much, the College would say it is better off for having David as part of the community for the past fifty years.  

team, who encourage him to try new things and push himself. He loves that his work supports those in need and the sense of purpose this gives him. From his time at Aloys, Zach remembers most fondly the Philippines Immersion and the Kairos Retreat, as well as the strong friendships he made and keeps to this day. He is also grateful to his teachers, who were always supportive. He appreciates the academic push the College gave him, and remembers receiving sound advice from friends, older brothers and other older students on subject selection. He believes this made a world of difference for his final years. To boys at the College, Zach has this advice. “Look out for each other and just be friends with everyone. Grab every opportunity, especially the immersions, and push yourself out of your comfort zone. Don’t stress about your marks, just give everything your best and move forward.”

Our community is one of inclusion, accessibility and generosity, underpinned by an Ignatian philosophy, which challenges thinking and constantly provides wonderful opportunities... My closest friends in life are still the boys I met in 1971.

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Joseph Maurer (SAC 1992) Joseph Maurer is a seasoned professional chef with a passion for feeding others. After leaving the College, Joseph studied commercial cookery at TAFE, and upon receiving his certification, worked at various restaurants, including Bel Mondo at The Rocks and Raes on Wategos at Byron Bay. His years of culinary expertise have led him to cook for high-profile clients, such as The Beastie Boys, Sir Richard Branson, US President Joe Biden, and the late Heath Ledger. Joseph had the opportunity to travel around the world to further his interest and research on Asian cuisine, and worked in the hotel industry for several years. Following his return to Australia, he remained an active member of the Aloysian Community through his involvement with various College functions, including Valete, Cadets and Reunion dinners. In 2021, he joined The Cardoner Project as Chef to support The Two Wolves: Community Cantina

Patrick Lindsay AM (SAC 1967) After graduating from St Aloysius’, Patrick studied Law, but he soon realised it wasn’t for him and he began working part-time as a freelance reporter for Australian Associated Press and later joined The Australian as a journalist. He then spent sixteen years working for Nine Network as a reporter and presenter on the Today, Sunday, Wide World of Sports, Sports Sunday, Money and Sex programs, as a writer on Australia’s Funniest Videos, and then moved to the Seven Network to work on Today Tonight and the Sydney Olympic Games. His first book, The Spirit of Kokoda, in 2001 led him to become a full-time author and documentary filmmaker. Patrick is currently working in tandem on a book and documentary called The Home Front, which examine the plight of our modern veterans, arguably his most significant project. He hopes that the book will highlight the serious issues facing our war

veterans and pose questions about the inefficiencies of our support system. Patrick hopes that the projects will alert Australians to the situation and bring changes to the system. Patrick is grateful for the camaraderie and friendship he experienced at the College, and notes that he and his class remain close friends, often meeting several times a year. He believes that his friendship with his classmates is richer than ever as they celebrate milestones as a tight-knit group. He has fond memories of his time at St Aloysius’, especially his English teacher Geoff Deegan, who fostered his passion for language and writing, and Master of Studies, Fr M E O’Brien SJ, for teaching him about fairness and quiet leadership. Patrick remembers his educators instilling in him a sense of social justice, which he has taken with him in his life.

operation, a social enterprise restaurant and bar that aims to generate funds for disadvantaged communities, both in Sydney and abroad. At the Cantina, Joseph ran the kitchen, trained volunteers in food service and preparation, and worked with fellow volunteers involved in the social project. In August, Joseph relocated to Japan with his wife, Kaori, after tying the knot earlier in the year. He and his wife are in the process of starting a small catering business that aims to promote Australian cuisine in Hiroshima. Joseph’s advice to his fellow Aloysians who want to pursue a similar path is that, while it may be challenging at first, the process becomes the most rewarding experience. He encourages all boys to “follow their hearts and find happiness in what you do”. He credits his strong Jesuit background as a foundation for his humble beginnings, encouraging him to live a purposeful life.

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Ian Freckelton AO QC (SAC 1975) In 2021, the Honourable Justice Ian Freckelton AO QC was appointed as an Officer (AO) of the Order of Australia for “distinguished service to the law, and to the legal profession, across fields including health, medicine and technology”. After leaving the College, Ian completed an Arts/Law degree at the University of Sydney, and later a PhD at Griffith University and an LLD at Melbourne University. His illustrious résumé includes a stint at the Supreme Court of Nauru, significant appointments to many tribunals and board, and various high-profile cases, including the Lindt Café Inquest, as a QC. Following his time as a graduate lawyer, Ian was recruited to the Australian Law Reform Commission for five years, which he describes as a highly formative time in his career.

An avid Debater and Chess team member, Ian’s treasured memories of the College were his Latin classes with Fr Pat McEvoy, affectionately known as ‘Boris’, and English lessons with Mr Geoff Deegan. He commends Aloys for instilling in him a “Jesuit rigour of analysis”, which he says has guided him throughout his life. At present, Ian remains actively involved in the legal industry, in conjunction with his time as a dedicated educator. Ian’s advice to his fellow Aloysians is to be passionate and committed to pursuing the Magis, and to “persist until the door buckles under the pressure of your dedication”. The College would like to congratulate Justice Freckelton on his outstanding achievements thus far!  

James Armstrong (SAC 2018) James Armstrong is currently in his third year studying a Bachelor of Violin Performance at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. His intense schedule involves full-time study, orchestra and chamber music rehearsals, academic studies, as well as personal practice time. A recent awardee of the Austria Scholarship from the Austrian National Tourist Office and Sydney Youth Orchestras, James had ample performance and masterclass opportunities in Vienna and Salzburg for three weeks at the beginning of 2020. In addition, he is the current concertmaster of the Sydney Youth Orchestra and is a principal player of the Australian Youth Orchestra. In his spare time, James and a few of his mates are members of a piano quintet called Forelle Ensemble, a homage to the music of Austrian composer, Franz Schubert. He acknowledges the College’s Music opportunities as the source of inspiration for his now accomplished journey as a violinist, and appreciates that the wideranging programs, including participating

in Gala Concerts and the Fr Willcock Instrumental and Vocal Competition, helped him gain experience in performing. James fondly remembers the strong sense of community at Aloys, as well as going on Kairos retreats. He encourages all boys to be involved in all that the College has to offer, and to make the most of their time at St Aloysius’.

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Brian Horan is sitting in the second row, fourth from the right.

The Brian Horan 1962-1963 Memorial Bursary In the early 1960s, there were only five years of secondary education in NSW. Many students from the class of 1962 were only fifteen when they began their fifth and final year of school, and many returned to school in 1963. It was thought that the extra year would help them mature. That may or may not have been true, but they certainly had a great time. Recent years have sadly taken their toll on these Year Groups. They have seen the passing of many friends and companions, including Brian Horan, Philip Virgona, Roger Johnstone, Warwick Short, Adrian Boyd, Joe Dwyer, Chris Brauer, David Flynn, Jim Donohue, Guy Lieutenant, Michael Power, Philip Wallington and Brian Ferrari.

The Brian Horan 1962-1963 Memorial Bursary is a legacy of students from SAC 1962 and 1963, giving back to the school that had shaped their youth and first friendships. It is intended to provide financial support to students and families in need at St Aloysius' College. It was named after Brian Horan, because it arose out of a gathering of his friends, and their sadness at his passing. Brian was Captain and Dux of the School in 1963. After a year in the Jesuit novitiate he turned to study medicine, married Jackie, and helped raise three daughters. Among his many achievements and contributions, Brian was a long-term Director of Anaesthesia at St Vincent’s

Postcards from Old Boys Gabe Gorgas (SAC 2020) swam at the Australian National Championships in June (pictured right in the far left lane) Ben Pollack (SAC 2018), debuted for Gordon in the Shute Shield Competition Tom Nowlan (SAC 2015), made his debut for the Melbourne Rebels Rugby Union team in 2021 In the Queen’s Birthday Honours the following Old Boys were given awards: The late Mr Ray Rice (SAC 1975) – Medal in the General Division (OAM) for service to cycling Mr Paul Salteri (SAC 1965) Officer in the General Division (AO) for distinguished service to the community through philanthropic support for a range of organisations, and to business.

Hospital in Sydney, a visiting Professor overseas, and a volunteer in providing medical support in Vietnam and the Philippines. After the sudden diagnosis of a brain tumour, Brian died in August 2001 at home, cared for and nursed by Jackie. The Bursary was established by Brian’s friends, led by Geoff Timmony (SAC 1962) and John Honner (SAC 1963). You can donate directly to the “Brian Horan 19621963 Memorial Bursary” via the QR code. Simply scroll through the donate menu to find it.

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The College welcomes new members to the Aloysian Family

Births

Samuel Stevens (SAC 2008, College Captain) and his wife Natalie welcomed Luke Remi Stevens on 17 July. PDHPE teacher Jimmy Norris and his wife Nicole welcomed their little son Connor Anderson Norris on 18 August. Science Teacher Ryan Williams and his wife Fabia welcomed Otis Wirihana Williams on 5 October.

The College celebrates these loving commitments

Marriages

Stephen Vranas (SAC 2008) married Monica in The Boys' Chapel on 30 October 2021. John Wunder (SAC 2008) married Rochelle in The Boys’ Chapel on 12 November Malcolm Gandar (SAC 2008) married Olivia on 10 December at Lavender Bay

Vale

Eternal Rest grant unto them oh Lord and may perpetual light shine upon them. May their soul and all the souls of the Faithful departed Old Boys of the College, Rest in Peace.

John Donnellan (SAC 1948), husband of Shirley-Anne Graham Rouse (SAC 1950), husband of Maggie Attilio Danieletto (SAC 1968), former husband of Dr Suzanne Danieletto (past parent), father of Damian (SAC 1999), Adrian (SAC 2001) and Dr Simon Danieletto (SAC 2007). James Couch (SAC 1969) Michael Hourigan (SAC 1968), husband of Clery; brother of Peter (SAC 1967) and Mark (SAC 1969). John Gillespie (SAC 1969), husband of Helen, brother of Peter (SAC 1971), Robert (SAC 1981) and David (SAC 1985); uncle of Cheryl and Declan McEvoy (current parents) and great-uncle of Liam (SAC 2017), Ryan (SAC 2019) and Kalan McEvoy (Year 12). Lucien Leech-Larkin (SAC 1970), son of June (past parent), brother of Julian Larkin (dec) (SAC 1967) and Vincent Larkin (SAC 1971), nephew of Frs Greg Larkin SJ (dec) and John Larkin SJ (dec) (SAC Staff 1950-1953). Most Rev Bishop Bill Wright DD (SAC 1970) Patrick Elmes (SAC 1973) Ray Rice OAM (SAC 1975) (former SAC Officer of Cadets), husband of Sue John Hore (SAC 1987), son of Jack and Anne (past parents), brother to Jo, Susie, Terry (SAC 1989), David (1991), Carolyne, Tina, Alex and Emma. Jacob Cavallaro (SAC 2001), son of Fred and Connie (past parents) Phillip Farmer, former teacher in the Junior and Senior Schools (1979-2004) and subsequently an Officer of Cadets with the College Unit for many years. Br John May SJ, last of the Jesuit winemakers in the Province; died in Sydney, aged 92, and will be buried in the crypt of St Aloysius’ Church, Sevenhill, South Australia; uncle of John (SAC 1975), Michael (SAC 1982) and Bernard Giffney (SAC 1983), great-uncle of Max Giffney (Year 12). Fr Andreas Yuniko Poerdianto SJ, from the Jesuit novitiate in Indonesia, who died of COVID-19 infection, 53 years old. Fr Andre did some of his Jesuit formation in Australia.

Donate today Join us and help make a difference for our boys To make a donation, see our enclosed donation card. Visit www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/donations of phone (02) 9936 5560.

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Mrs Sacha Fisher (P&F President) and Mr John Williams

Mr Murray Hamer, Mrs Sacha Fisher and Ms Silvana Scarica

Mr Sinclair Watson and Mrs Kate Quinane

Our Community We would like to encourage the community to save the date of Saturday, 5 March 2022 for our P&F Commencement Party. This event focuses on community and welcoming our new parents and reconnecting with existing friends after the summer break. To new families who have never had the opportunity to experience this night, we encourage you to join us for this warm and welcoming community event. We congratulate Jane and David Padman, winner of the P&F End of Year Raffle. They have won $15,000 credit towards their St Aloysius’ school fees in 2022.

Every October the P&F arranges a Teachers' Thank You Morning Tea to celebrate World Teachers' Day in October. Due to lockdown and the staggered start back to school, this was postponed to November to celebrate as many staff as possible. Individual morning tea boxes were provided for each staff member along with a coffee voucher for local cafes. The P&F thanks the College’s hardworking Teaching and Support and Operational Staff for all they do for the boys of St Aloysius’. Finally, our heartfelt thanks to the outgoing P&F members of 2020/2021 and welcome to our new P&F members for the 2021/2022 year.

2022 Term Dates Term I, 2022 commences: Thursday, 27 January Years 3, 5, 7 and Year Friday, 28 January Years 4, 6 and 8 – 11 Term I concludes: Friday, 8 April Term II commences: Wednesday, 27 April Term II concludes: Friday, 24 June

Captured in Time

Andrew Quilty (SAC 1999) Photojournalist and Old Boy Andrew Quilty (SAC 1999), lives in Kabul. He recently published an article in Rolling Stone as the Taliban insidiously resumed their hold over Afghanistan, moving into the capital as the international forces moved out. His tales from these first few days in August were terrifying, as he moved carefully around Kabul, documenting his viewpoint of the invasion. Andrew has recently had another piece published in Rolling Stone, providing an update on the situation in Afghanistan in the weeks after the Taliban invasion, coming after days of chaos and bloodshed, both at the airport and in the streets of Kabul. His piece starts with a heart-wrenching description of a funeral of ten family members who were killed near the airport during a US drone strike. Seven of them were children. Andrew writes, “The chaotic scenes at the airport, however, are in stark contrast to what appeared to be an unfamiliar calm across the rest of Kabul. When the planes stopped flying that night, and once gunfire fell silent, Kabul’s 6 million residents were able to stop and contemplate the future in the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.” Andrew said his impression of many Talib fighters was of courteous, disciplined young men, many of whom, up until recently, had never been to Kabul or even left their local district. However, he also tells tales of harsh crackdowns on dissent, even though the Taliban have promised to be more tolerant of protest. Journalists have been beaten, and protesters have been threatened. Andrew also describes the financial desperation of many Afghans since the takeover, which forced the freezing of the country’s financial reserves and withdrawal of aid money. Thousands of residents are selling their household items on the streets. He says, “The universal relief brought by the drop in violence after the Taliban’s victory was short-lived. Already, the long-sought desire for security has been usurped by an even greater, more urgent, and more widespread threat to survival: poverty.”

The situation for women, is uncertain. Andrew writes, “Although there is a noticeable shift toward the traditional, women still walk the streets without male guardians, bereft of the all-covering burqa… Female university students deliberately walk by groups of Taliban with their faces uncovered, an attempted provocation that the Talibs barely register.” For now, Andrew concludes, Kabul is in an uneasy hiatus. Those who worked for the government, journalists, judges, interpreters, officers, and other at-risk individuals are sheltering with friends and family, frightened by the knowledge that many of their counterparts are disappearing without trace. Shopkeepers are trading at greatly reduced rates, many older girls and young women are trapped at home, unable to return to school and university. Even the Talib fighters are bored, without war for interest or spoils to bring home to their families. “While the public brutality that the Taliban wielded ensured compliance from Afghans in the 1990s, this time around, the use of systematic physical violence has so far been more restrained. Instead, a sinister, invisible repression lurks in the corners of every day.” And as winter approaches, Andrew says the threats to the people go beyond guns and brutality. “While few Kabul residents were ever accustomed to 24-hour electricity, the country’s new government, now in its fourth month, hasn’t yet paid a power bill to its northern neighbours – who provide half of Afghanistan’s power. The thought of Kabul, whose residents are now suffering from the results of food insecurity, plunged into darkness as the fierce Afghan winter approaches fills many with anxiety.” In Afghanistan, in late 2021, justice is a difficult thing to come by for Afghans on both sides of the war.

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Elham plays on the burnt-out wreck of a former Afghan National Police Vehicle south of Maidan Shahr, the capital of Wardak, which, locals said, was being driven by Taliban fighters when it was struck by a missile fired from an aircraft in the days leading up to the fall of Kabul. 23.9.21. Photo credit: Andrew Quilty (SAC 1999)

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