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Week 5 Term 1 Newsletter | 28 February, 2018 |
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On the Thursday and Friday of Week 4, students in Year’s 8 to 12 gathered at Marist Park for the annual Athletics Carnival. The carnival highlights traditional events such as running, long jump, high jump, discus, javelin etc. but also adds novelty events such as tug-of-war, plank relays, sack races and more...
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While David Mezinec is enjoying his Renewal Leave this week and in his absence, I am delighted to write the weekly Principal’s report for Week 5...
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Lent 2018
Remember that through Lent we’re asking for your help to raise money through Project Compassion. By doing so, your donation can help communities all around the world...
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Canteen Roster - Week 6 |
- Monday - TBA
- Tuesday - Kate Pohlner
- Wednesday - Marlene Dean
- Thursday - Cassie Edwards
- Friday - Kate Pohlner
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Recipe of the Week! |
Each week we will be sharing with the community, a recipe from the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program.
This week, various students prepared and cooked Zucchini and Chocolate Brownies in their Home Economics class.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THEIR RECIPE
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Defence Force Recruiting will present to students interested in learning more about Defence Force careers on Wednesday 14 March from 2.00pm to 3.00pm in the PRC Lecture Theatre.
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Sports Dietitian, Olivia Warnes will be visiting the College next week and we are inviting all mothers/carers and daughters to a special all female breakfast to be held on Tuesday 6 March in the PRC Lecture Theatre.
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Gluten Free Menu now available at Canteen |
The canteen will now be offering gluten free items to students.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE MENU
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Do you know an Old Scholar or former member of the College community who has gone on to do great things?
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Parent Teacher Association |
We are excited to launch a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Tenison Woods College in 2018!
The PTA is a fantastic way to meet other families, create friendships and become involved in fundraisers and events at the college.
The first PTA meeting for the year will take place on Thursday 15 March from 5.00pm-6.00pm in the PRC Common Room. Everyone is welcome to attend!
If you would like to be a part of the PTA, please contact Aleathia Holland via email at: aleathiaholland@gmail.com or like and follow the official PTA Facebook page.
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All Students were invited to write a letter to a library describing why they love it. Many outstanding entries were received that made the panel of judges decisions very difficult. We certainly love libraries at Tenison Woods College!
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SHINE fm Week 5 Podcast |
This week's SHINE fm Podcast is here!
Find out about;
- Paul tells us about the Year 8-12 Athletics Carnival
- Clean Up Australia Day is coming up and Edward tells us how we can get involved
- Max gives us the details about the recent Knockout Cricket competitions
- Niamh tells us how to use Studiosity to help with our study and
- Christopher keeps us up-to-date with all the upcoming College events.
Click here and enjoy this week's SHINE fm Podcast!
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Uniform Shop Opening Hours |
Open weekly on the following days:
- Tuesday: 8.00am - 12.00pm
- Thursday: 1.00pm - 5.00pm
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Contact Us |
Tenison Woods College
Shepherdson Road (PO Box 965)
Mount Gambier South Australia 5290
t: (08) 8725 5455 (Main Office)
f: (08) 8724 9303
t: (08) 8724 4650 (Senior School)
Absentee Line: (08) 8724 4659
OSHC Line: (08) 8724 4633
e: news@tenison.catholic.edu.au
w: www.tenison.catholic.edu.au
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Upcoming Events |
Wednesday 28 February
- Year 2C KDTT Echo Farm Excursion, 9:00am - 11:00am, Echo Farm
Friday 2 March
- Clean Up Australian Schools Day
Saturday 3 March
- Mass, 6:00pm, St Pauls Church
Sunday 4 March
- Mass, 11:00am, St Paul's Church
Tuesday 6 March
- TWC Community Breakfast ft. Olivia Warnes, 7:30am - 8:20am, Lecture Theatre
- Year 10 PLP 1/2 Day Session, 9:00am - 12:00pm, PRC
- MILO In2 Cricket R-2 Boys and Girls, 3:30pm - 4:15pm, Oval
- MILO T20 Blast Cricket 3-7 Boys and Girls 3:30pm - 5:00pm, Oval
Wednesday 7 March
- Year 9 Retreat, St Paul's Church
Friday 9 March
- Reception - Year 2 Sports Day, 9:00am - 12:00pm, Junior Oval
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2019 Titans USA Basketball Tour Expressions of Interest |
Following on from the successful Titans 2017 USA Tour, we are looking at conducting a tour for basketballers in Years 9 to 12 in November 2019. The tour is open to students who are currently playing basketball and would like to experience the thrill of playing in the USA. The tour cost is approximately $7200.00 before fundraising. The tour includes games, homestay and sightseeing over three weeks. Please register your interest at adams@tenison.catholic.edu.au so we can invite you to our first information session.
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As we move towards a State Election, parents are encouraged to consider how each political party is promising to support our Catholic schools...
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Student Information Checklist to be returned |
All students should have received a Student Information Checklist this morning (Wednesday) in an envelope during Homegroup.
This Student Information Checklist is very important for Teachers and Administration Staff. This ensures the college has up-to-date contact details in case of an emergency, as well as ensuring your family is receiving correspondence from the school.
Could parents please check this carefully and return to the Front Office by Wednesday 7 March.
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Interschool Dressage Success for Young Rider |
Year 2 Tenison Woods College Student Jessica Oxlade had her first taste of Interschool Competition over the weekend at the Lucindale Show. Jessica did very well in all of her classes, her proudest moment was representing Tenison Woods College in the Interschool Dressage competition. This was her first Dressage test and first time representing the College. Jessica won her class and had a great time. Congratulations Jessica!
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Tenison Woods College music teacher, Marie Holmes has joined forces with singing teacher Tamara Seeley to create “My 90’s Mixtape” - a show to pay tribute to Australian 90’s music! My 90’s Mixtape will debut at the Adelaide Fringe on Friday 9 March at the Kent Town Hotel.
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On Friday 9 March, the Reception – Year 2 Sports Day will be held on the Junior Oval at Tenison Woods College. In next week’s newsletter there will be a timetable of events available to download. Information will also be available on the Skoolbag app. Your child will receive a letter this week about the BBQ held at the end of the Sports Day (12.00pm)...
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On the 27 February, twelve Tenison Woods College Students travelled to Adelaide to compete in the annual South Australian Catholic Co-Education Swimming Carnival. All students raced in varied events across four different divisions and made an excellent effort in representing the College and themselves...
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Congratulations to Year 12 High Performance Sports Program student, Luke Wight who has been selected into the Australian Men’s Endurance Cycling Team for the 2018 UCI Junior Track Cycling World Championships. The competition will be held between 15-19 August in Aigle, Switzerland...
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