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Wanago uni pathway boosts STEM learning

A group of 33 Sydney Catholic Schools’ students are poised for early entry into engineering and information technology (IT) degrees through The University of Technology Sydney’s Wanago Program.

Year 11 and 12 students who complete a NESA-accredited HSC Engineering or Information Technology elective through the program are offered direct entry into undergraduate courses including civil and mechanical engineering and software design.

SKILLED FOR THE FUTURE

According to a September 2021 report by the Ai Group, nationwide skills shortages are currently highest in STEM-related fields.

These include in Engineering, and in ICT where security specialist and program manager roles are projected to grow by 26.6% in the next three years.*

Sydney Catholic Schools’ Director of Education and Research, Dr Kate O’Brien, said the Wanango opportunity was just one example of university-level partnerships at Sydney Catholic Schools that broaden students’ learning and give them clear pathways to further study.

The problem-solving, collaboration and critical thinking skills emphasised in Wanago electives are also in keeping with the ethos that underpins all learning at Sydney Catholic Schools.

“We want to empower our students to make a difference and to be adaptable to the needs of their communities and future workplaces,” Dr O’Brien said.

“Students in the Wanago Program will be well placed to fill critical skills shortages while pursuing disciplines they love” – Dr Kate O’Brien

“We’re very excited to see the innovative projects they imagine and develop as part of their learning at UTS.”

Wanago program manager Emaly Black said the curriculum was filled with project-based enrichment activities that expose students to industry and to UTS student societies where they can see innovation in action.

“This is perfect for students who enjoy learning by doing,” …

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Students remember our fallen in NSW ANZAC Commemoration video

Sydney Catholic Schools students have taken centre stage in a poignant ANZAC Day video being shown across schools in New South Wales to mark the occasion.

Filmed in Hyde Park in Sydney on 15 March 2022, the 2022 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration video features students from Holy Cross College Ryde, St John Bosco Catholic Primary School Engadine and St Mary’s Cathedral College Sydney, alongside students from all across the state.

About the ANZAC Commemoration

The 2022 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration was arranged between RSL NSW, the NSW Department of Education, the NSW Association of Independent Schools and Catholic Schools NSW.

RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemorations have taken place every year for nearly seven decades, except in 2020 when it was cancelled due to COVID-19.

This year schools across NSW were invited to download the ANZAC Commemoration video to show during their own in-school ceremonies, either in the last week of Term 1 or in the first week of Term 2 which begins the day after ANZAC Day.

ANZAC Day on April 25 is a commemoration and remembrance of all Australians who have served and died in war and on operation service around the world. Lest we forget.

St Mary’s Cathedral Choir perform as part of the 2022 RSL ANZAC Commemoration

Students remember our fallen

Lorenzo Pavan, a cadet in Holy Cross College’s Australian Army Cadet Unit program, was the Master of Ceremonies in the 2022 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration.

“ANZAC Day is very special to me because I’ve had family …

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Jaxson gets Schoolboys’ nod

Holy Cross College Ryde student Jaxson Rahme is set to follow a path tread by some of the biggest stars in rugby league after being named in the Australian Schoolboys 2021 Merit team.

The prop forward was rewarded for a stellar year with selection in the 17-man squad, which features some of the best young talent in the country.

Rahme, who was named NSW Combined Catholic Colleges under 18s most valuable player earlier this year, was also recently signed to NRL club South Sydney Rabbitohs’ development program.

It all points to a big future for the 17-year-old, who joins household names like Nathan Clearly and James Tedesco as players who have recently represented the Schoolboys side.

Rahme said being named in the squad was a proud achievement for himself and his family.

“Mum started crying! It was a big moment” – Jaxson Rahme

“It doesn’t matter how good you play, it’s about what the selectors are looking for, so I’m just happy that I’ve been able to fill that role,” Rhame said.

Rahme was named NSW Combined Catholic Colleges’ Under 18s most valuable player in 2021.

Coach White deserves a mention

Rahme credited the rugby league program at Holy Cross and his teacher and coach, Tim White, for helping him realise his ability.

“It’s helped me grow as a player,” Rhame said.

“They’re (Holy Cross) all about discipline, respect and loyalty.

“Mr White has taught me so much about the role that I need to play.”

Mr White, who was also named coach of the Schoolboys side, said he’s seen Rahme go from strength to strength in his time at Holy Cross.

“Jaxson is a player who sees things a play or two ahead and possesses the skill and size to make it work,” …

domenictrimboli01August 29, 2021|

NRL Schoolboy Cup: Patrician Brothers defeat Holy Cross

In front of a crowd of over 1,000 students and fans, Patrician Brothers Fairfield defeated Holy Cross College 20-18 at Holy Cross campus in Round 2 of the NRL Schoolboy Cup.

Fans were revved up for the clash as Holy Cross celebrated their 40th anniversary of lifting the Schoolboy Cup off, you guessed it, Patrician Brothers Fairfield.

“Those last minutes, we knew we could do it” – Pats’ captain, Joshua Alhazim

The Sydney Catholic Schools’ derby was decided in the dying embers of the match with a gritty try to Pats’ captain Joshua Alhazim, reaping some revenge for their ‘Old Boys’ from 1981.

It was the away side that came out strongest, with Sam Samani exposing Holy Cross’ right wing, going over for two tries in quick succession.

Holy Cross hit back through debutant Cooper Wheelhouse who forced his way over the line after a powerful run by Will Carrol.

Again though, Pats’ would expose the right wing. This time Corey Akers dummied a pass before diving over the line and, with Taj’h Colquhuon converting, they were 14-6 up.

The home team managed to score and convert another try as Ati Teaupa crossed over to have Holy Cross only two down at the break.

It seemed that try gave Holy Cross confidence with captain Jaxson Rahme next to score and put the home team in front for the first time in the match with a converted try, 18-14.

But the drama was just getting started as both teams saw their no.7s sin-binned for the final 10 minutes of the game.

Pats’ captain Alhazim was the hero, crashing over the line to make it 18-18 before a cool headed Colquhuon converted for the win, 20-18.

“Those last minutes, we knew we could do it,” Alhazim said.

“It was a grind, we kept talking and we worked …

Isabell PetrinicMay 28, 2021|

Army Cadets inspire new generation

The revival of Holy Cross College’s Australian Army Cadet Unit after four decades has led to a flurry of interest from parents keen to give their sons leadership and adventuring experiences.

“The decision to re-raise the Holy Cross College Australian Army Cadet Unit has proven to be very popular,” said Timothy White, who oversees the program in association with a Cadet Captain and the Australian Army. He is also the school’s co-curricular coordinator.

“Enrolments have grown on the back of the program, with many students starting at Holy Cross in 2022 for the Cadet program” – Timothy White

A STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE

“I’m passionate about history and couldn’t wait to do something outside the square, other than sport or schoolwork,” Senior Under Officer of cadets, Deakin Antaw, said.

“Honestly I feel blessed my school brought the program back as it has changed my life and given me memories forever” – Deakin Antaw

EARLY HISTORY

The Holy Cross College Australian Army Cadet program originally ran from 1909 to 1974 and was reintroduced in late 2019.

The King’s School and Newington College vie for the honour of having the oldest Cadet Corps in Australia. But Holy Cross is the only Catholic systemic school in Australia to offer this youth military program, according to Mr White.

Before the program’s reintroduction, the school already had an active Science, Technology, Mathematics & Engineering (STEM) program and offered award-winning enterprises, like the 24 hour Solar Car Challenge and National Submarine in Schools Challenge, to help students identify career and university possibilities in a practical way.

The Cadet program, established by the Australian Army, is designed to foster and develop communication, initiative, respect, resilience, leadership, teamwork and discipline.

“The program has revolutionised the College and created a culture second to none” – Timothy …

Isabell PetrinicMay 17, 2021|

Wanago uni pathway boosts STEM learning

SKILLED FOR THE FUTURE

Students remember our fallen in NSW ANZAC Commemoration video

Students remember our fallen

Jaxson gets Schoolboys’ nod

NRL Schoolboy Cup: Patrician Brothers defeat Holy Cross

Army Cadets inspire new generation

A STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE

EARLY HISTORY

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