China Visit

I recently travelled to China with Casey Deng, our International Student Coordinator, to meet families who may be interested in sending their students to our College. This is something I have done previously, although the border has been closed in recent times. I was quite amazed by the improvement in air quality, in the large Chinese cities, since my last visit.

I asked some of the locals as to the reason for this change, and they pointed out that 60% of vehicles on Chinese roads are now electric. It is a fantastic achievement to turn things around so markedly, in such a short space of time. Hopefully, the Chinese will be able to supply vehicles to the rest of the world affordably, so that we can also reduce our emissions.

Harmony Day

The College has had a number of Harmony Week activities to celebrate Harmony Day. Our College is really quite a beacon, and an example to other communities as to how well different groups and cultures, can integrate. We do not accept or condone racism at our school. We don’t always get it right, but we usually do admirably well.

College Production 

Early in Term 2, the College will be putting on the play 'A Murder is Announced', an adaptation of the Agatha Christie novel of the same name. Our young actors, Arts staff and volunteers have been busy rehearsing and getting the show ready for its debut on the CASS stage. Because of the twists and turns of the play, it is more suited to an older audience, making it perfect for families with older children or grandparents who would enjoy a night out at the theatre. Tickets are available here. 

Easter

Currently our Muslim students are fasting during the time of Ramadan in preparation for Eid. We wish them every blessing during this time. Those in the Christian tradition are also preparing for Easter, after the journey through Lent. Lent is a time of fasting, prayer and charity, which is also the case in Muslim tradition.

I wish all our families a holy and restful easter break over the school holidays.

Mr Declan Tanham
Principal

Thursday 11 April                          8am to 1.30pm

Friday 12 April                                 8am to 1.30pm

Monday 15 April                            8am to 1.30pm

The new WA Student Assistance Payment will provide parents and carers with a $250 payment for each secondary student, and $150 for each primary school student or kindergartener.

Read here for more details and how to apply.

Our Year 7 and 8 AEP students competed in the da Vinci Decathlon at UWA in early March along with approximately 30 other teams from schools in Western Australia.  Experiences like this help build resilience, teamwork and a competitive spirit in students so thank you students for your hard work, thank you parents for your support and thank you to staff who covered classes and provided admin support.

Mrs Geogeghan and I were extremely proud of how the students represented our College through their determination, cooperation and friendliness toward fellow competitors and staff alike. Results of the day are yet to be received. Being able to compare how competitive we were against other schools also provides another learning/skills building opportunity; the ability to assess, reflect and develop strategies to do even better next year!

Miss Sony Cerny
AEP Coordinator

What a busy start to the year we’ve had so far! Preparations are well underway for this year’s Production, A Murder is Announced, with the Visual Arts, Design and Technology and Drama learning areas all getting involved in various ways. Our sets and props are coming together, thanks to our amazing staff and generous donations from the Aranmore Community. Rehearsals are underway and the buzz of excitement is starting to build as we head towards next term.

Visual Arts has been lucky to have two great workshops by accomplished visiting artists Rachelle Dusting and Will Huntley this term. These have allowed students to develop their technical skills in drawing and painting. We can’t wait to see their finished artworks later in the year.

Music has been as busy as ever, with ongoing rehearsals, and the recent visit to the Perspectives Performing Arts excursion. At this excursion, students were able to experience the diversity and quality of work in both Music and Drama performances by students from all over the metro area.

This term saw some of our lucky Food classes visit restaurants in the Leederville area for the Local Foods of Leederville excursion. Students were treated to a delicious burger and were able to find out a bit more about how food is produced, marketed and sold.

Keep tuned for more exciting events and photos next term as we head into full Production mode for A Murder is Announced!

Arts/Technologies Dept.

Young Writers:

The Young Writers’ Collective programme is up and running again in 2024 for budding Year 9 and 10 creative writers. This is an extension programme offered once a term by the Fremantle Literature Centre, and sessions are run by visiting Australian authors from various young adult genres. Students have the opportunity to attend workshops at the Centre, which is housed in the grounds of the historic Fremantle Prison.

In Week 6, twelve Aranmore students headed out to join students from other schools in a full-day session run by Western Australian author Brendan Ritchie. His genres are mainly dystopia and climate fiction, which are very popular with our teenage readers. Upcoming sessions include workshops by poet Maddie Godfrey, Aboriginal novelist Jared Thomas, and graphic novelist Shane McCarthy.

Novus Lux:

Each year, the English Teachers’ Association of WA publishes Novus Lux an anthology of poetry and creative writing by emerging writers in Years 7-9 Statewide. All entrants receive a certificate of participation, but not every entry is published. Two of our current Year 8 students, Blake Allen and Brock Donaldson, submitted poems in Year 7 that were judged as good enough to be included in the latest anthology.

Blake submitted a rugby-themed limerick, The Father and Son from Hamilton. Brock had TWO poems included - a limerick entitled The Dogs on the Farm and another short piece called The Fog.

Both boys will be presented with a certificate and their copy of Novus Lux 2023. They should be very proud of their efforts.

All would-be poets or short story writers in Years 7 to 9 are encouraged to speak to their English teachers about submitting work for the 2024 edition. Winners in each category receive a $200 book voucher, with a $100 voucher awarded to runners-up. Entries close September 20.

Speedcubers

Our Year 8 English classes started the year studying the 2020 Netflix documentary Speedcubers and they were all inspired and captivated by its themes of friendship and being a good sport, as well as the amazing skill and dexterity shown by competitive Rubik’s cubers. They enjoyed playing with the cubes in class as they viewed, trying to solve a cube in the fastest time, and realising that it was not as easy as the documentary made it appear!

Mrs Kerry Ponton
Head of Learning Area - English

Year 10 Level 3 HASS (History)

The Level 3 students have chosen some really interesting topics and presentation modes...

These ranged from family interviews with WW2 survivors, How 'Global Conflict' has changed over the 20^th Century, The 'Real Hitler', the significance of the Treaty of Versailles to WW2, Australia and the Vietnam Conflict, The Americanization of Australia, the Stolen Generations, Australia's responses to the Israel/Gaza conflict, to name a few selected topics to research.

Students had the freedom to present in any format, with essay, Power Point, Ted Talk, Multi Modal presentations being the most common.

Congratulations to the students for their level of research, maturity of investigation and willingness to evaluate, assess and dissect much of the material found on the internet to create their own opinions.

Mr Frank Egan
Year 10 Level 3 HASS (History)

Year 9 HASS ASX Stock Market Game

Following on from the amazing results in the 2023 ASX Stock Market game where out top syndicate made a 40% profit our 2024 Year 9 students are preparing to join in this year's competition.

The syndicates are formed, charting techniques are still being digested and shares are being considered. The students are looking at the diversity of their portfolios as well as position sizing.

The competition runs over into Term 2o and so the results of these entrepreneurs will be advised next term.

Mr Frank Egan
Year 9 HASS (Economics)

In Term 1, the College welcomed over 10 new international students. We are lucky to have such an interesting and varied group of students from so many different countries come to Perth to study with us. These countries range from Thailand to Brazil, from Japan to Chile, Vietnam and Hong Kong! These students bring with them their unique stories and experiences to the College and to the classrooms.

At the start of the school year, all international students were invited to meet Mr Tanham, where students tried some Australian delicacies like vegemite and lamingtons and Bundaberg ginger beer. The ginger beer was a hit, vegemite less so.

In Week 4, students were also excited to be invited to a Welcome to Perth event hosted by Study Perth. Students first visited the City Library, saw the extensive facilities on offer for students as well as a large array of books they could borrow, and then spent the afternoon at the beautiful gardens where other students and host families joined forces for a picnic. Perhaps the highlight was the sleeping Koala, which did not wake up even with a stream of students coming for pats, and the endless fairy floss

Finally, Lisa Dang in Year 11 who has been selected to be one of the three school ambassadors for Study Perth for this year. She will have the chance to work with students from other schools and universities in this role, to promote international study in Perth as well as share her own experiences. Congratulations!

Ms Casey Deng
International Students Coordinator

The start of the 2024 school year has been a busy one in the world of ministry, with many events including Shrove Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, Year Group Parish Masses, the Year 7 Retreat and the Year 12 Retreat. Many of the events listed would not have been possible without the support of our social justice leaders and many staff.

Shrove Tuesday

Our first big event of the term was our Shrove Tuesday pancake fundraiser. Our Social Justice Leaders spearheaded this event, by making 200 pancakes and selling them at recess. Students enjoyed pancakes with various toppings and we managed to raise over $130 to kick start our Caritas Project Compassion Fundraising for 2024.

Ash Wednesday

This term we have also had several opportunities to engage with liturgical celebrations, the most notable being our Ash Wednesday/ Opening School Mass. This was a beautiful celebration that commemorated the beginning of the Lenten Season and Fr Elias reminded us of the importance of fasting, prayer and almsgiving during this time.

Year 7 Retreat

On Friday 8 March, the Year 7s journeyed along the coast from Whitford Nodes to Trigg Beach for the Year 7 Retreat. The theme of this retreat is coming to know the person of Jesus. Along our journey we stopped and reflected on the many messages that Jesus shared with his disciples. Although we encountered questionable weather throughout the day, it was a great day which gave the Year 7s an opportunity to bond and get to know their Form and RE Teachers better. The day culminated with a BBQ lunch cooked Mr Battistessa and Mrs Russell and some touch rugby. A big thank you to all the staff involved in the day, Mr Holdaway, Sr Vicky, Ms Donaldson, Mrs Robert, Ms Grace, Ms Culnane, Mr Ranasooriya & Mr Lewis.

Mrs Lauren Ierace-Bowers
Directory of Ministry

Welcome Ms Culnane!

The Specialised Netball Program (together with the PE Department) would like to warmly welcome our newest member, Ms Riley Culnane. Ms Culnane has a wealth of netball experience from playing for her beloved Busselton town in her youngest days, through WA Netball League with the Souwest Jets and excelling in under aged Australian Squads/Teams.

Ms Culnane comes to us a Honours Graduate from Notre Dame University, and graduated top of her class. Her love for teaching and sport, in particular netball, motivates Ms Culnane to get students to share that passion.

Ms Major, has taken on more Outdoor Education classes this year, though she is still very keenly involved in our program and will be coaching at some of our upcoming netball events. Thank you Ms Major!

Specialised Netball Tournament – aka Aranmore Cup – Friday 22 March, 2024

Our annual tournament that we host was finally back, after a COVID-induced hiatus. Aranmore coordinates a large participation carnival for schools that run a netball program or have a special interest in netball and have fondly named the tournament the ‘Aranmore Cup’.  On Friday 22 March, six other schools brought multiple teams, and joined us at Kingsway outdoor courts to put their netball skills and knowledge into practice. It was a great day – although a bit hot – the students got to run, jump, throw and shoot to their heart's content!

For our Year 10s, as part of their netball course, they carried out the off-court roles of coaching, umpiring and managing. The students worked together with peers to provide our younger netballers with an opportunity to play the game they love and gain some feedback and insights from the older, more experienced specialised netballers.

At Aranmore, we aim to develop our netballers with an all-round capacity and this experience certainly challenged the Year 10s to expand their skills in all the off-court roles.

Our Year 7s, 8s and 9s took their first chances to play together in their year groups and at times challenged themselves by playing in multiple positions. Some girls discovered they had skills set for positions they didn’t realise they had.

I want to commend all our Netballers for the way they participated to the best of their ability, all the while showing great integrity and honouring the ‘spirit’ of our inclusive game.

Netball WA’s HUB DAY for Tier 1 Endorsed Schools – Wednesday 27 March, 2024

As a result of our Tier 1 Endorsement with Netball WA, we get to participate in exclusive skills sessions, delivered by highly qualified coaches. West Coast Fever players will be in attendance to assist players with the content of the sessions.

This year, Netball WA have targeted Year 9s for the opportunity and only a small group of 10 players are selected to attend. The aim is to give players the greatest opportunity to further develop  their skills, extend their knowledge in a challenging environment.

Netball WA’s athlete development personnel were in and around the courts on the day and were on the look out for talented players to identify. The day is a great opportunity, and the selected players should appreciate the privilege to be a part of it.

CONGRATULATIONS – Three Netballers gain State Squad selection

Three of our netballers have excelled at the recent 15U State Schoolgirl trials. Over three hundred trialists commenced selections and were ‘cut’ down in numbers over the course of two days of match play. A group of 35 players were decided on to form the Training Squad…  BIG congratulations to Milly Bagley (Yr 10), Loyola Vaauli (Yr 9) and Sapphire McLeod (Yr 9) on their selection. Milly, Loy and Sapphire are great netballers and equally great people and we wish them all the best as they head into Squad training sessions over the next month.  The aim is now is to gain selection into the final team of 12 players, and to travel interstate to represent Western Australia at Nationals.

Good Luck: WA THUNDER Netball Teams!

On behalf of the Specialised Netball Program, we would like to wish the following people the very best for their upcoming Nationals, when they all represent WA Thunder at the Australian Men’s (and Mixed) National Championships in Brisbane over Easter.

In the 20U Men’s Team:
- Mr Linter, (Teaching Assistant / Netball Assistant)
- Xavier Vaauli (current Yr 12) and
- Micky Woodley (ex-student, class 2023)

In the 17U Men’s Team;
- Patrick O’Loughlin (Yr 9)

Keep training intensely boys and enjoy your Nationals!

Mrs Cherie Farnan
Specialised Netball Program Coordinator

In an exciting initiative aimed at honing the skills and camaraderie of its rugby students, Aranmore Catholic College recently hosted its Senior Rugby Camp on Rottnest Island. The overnight camp proved to be a pivotal moment for the students involved, marking the beginning of their journey towards the upcoming rugby season.

With a focus on fostering teamwork, discipline, and resilience, the camp was not only a platform for athletic development but also an opportunity for the students to strengthen their bonds as a community. Mr Grace, the Specialised Rugby teacher, along with Mr Miotti, Sports Coordinator, Ms Tipene-Grace and Western Force Academy players, Kauri Tipene Grace and Doug Philipson, spearheaded the camp, ensuring that the students received expert guidance and mentorship throughout the camp.

"This camp served as a transformative experience for our young rugby enthusiasts," commented Mr Grace. "It wasn't just about perfecting their skills on the field; it was also about helping them discover more about themselves and what they're capable of achieving."

The camp's itinerary proved to be as diverse as it was engaging, with activities ranging from beach runs to snorkelling, swimming, and various skills and drills sessions. Additionally, students participated in cooking, cleaning, and camping, instilling a sense of responsibility and self-sufficiency. Survival and leadership activities challenged the students both mentally and physically, pushing them beyond their comfort zones and fostering personal growth.

"Our collaboration with Western Force Academy players added an invaluable dimension to the camp. Their expertise and mentorship not only enhanced the students' rugby skills but also provided them with valuable insights and inspiration to excel both on and off the field.

As the camp came to a close, the students departed Rottnest Island with a newfound sense of confidence and determination, armed with valuable lessons and memories that would undoubtedly shape their rugby journey and beyond. With the support and guidance of their mentors, they were ready to take on the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead in the upcoming year.

As the sun set on Rottnest Island, the echoes of laughter and camaraderie among the students served as a testament to the success of the camp, reaffirming Aranmore Catholic College's commitment to holistic development and excellence in sportsmanship.

Western Force Cup- Clean Sweep for Aranmore Rugby Program

The UWA Western Force Cup 7s was played in Week 8, with six schools from across Perth vying for the prestigious top spot. After two successful gala days, the stage was set for an exhilarating competition, held at McGillivray Oval in Mount Claremont.

The Finals day saw Aranmore Catholic College emerge as the undeniable champions, with standout performances from several of our talented players. In the Grand Finals across various divisions, Aranmore showcased exceptional skill and determination, thanks in large part to the outstanding efforts of our athletes.

In the Year 8/9 boys division, Aranmore were victors against Thornlie College- 26-10. Junior Vaka, Quin Feodorov and Daniel Crack demonstrated sheer brilliance on the field, exhibiting exceptional athleticism and strategic play. Their invaluable contributions played a pivotal role in securing the Cup for Aranmore in a fiercely competitive category.

Similarly, in the Year 8/9 girls division, Kylah-Rey Tuheke-Kupa emerged as a standout player, asserting her dominance with remarkable speed, agility, and unwavering determination. Her stellar performance significantly contributed to Aranmore's commanding victory in the division. Aranmore winning against Kings College 38-0.

Meanwhile, in the Year 10/11 boys division, Aranmore played a well-rounded game showing strength and speed to defeat a tough opposition in Thornlie 36-10. The Aranmore boys showed their athleticism and skill in all areas of the game with out performances from Lebron Toki and Matua Reedy showcasing exceptional talent, leadership, and resilience. Their remarkable displays on the field led their team to a resounding triumph in the Grand Finals, underscoring their pivotal role in Aranmore's success.

The outstanding performances of these athletes not only secured victory for Aranmore but also underscored the hard work, dedication, and talent ingrained within the college's rugby program. These standout players embody the spirit of excellence and sportsmanship that Aranmore Catholic College strives to instil in all its students.

Australian Junior Wallabies

Congratulations to all the Western Force players who made the Junior Wallabies Camp in March and especially one of our staff members, Kauri Tipene-Grace. We wish all these players the best of luck for the following months trials.

Western Force and Western Force Superw - Alumni News

Congratulations to the following Aranmore Alumni who are currently playing in the Western Force or Western Force SuperW Team.  

Keira McAskill (Class of 2022)

Marley Pearce (Class of 2021)

Nicole Leddington (Class of 2020)

Tamika Jones (Class of 2022)

Dallys Tini (Class of 2019)

Brooklyn Teki-Joyce (Class of 2019)

Ari Ruru-Hinaki (Class of 2019)

Numi Tupaea (Class of 2012)

Mr Dwayne Grace
Specialised Rugby Program Coordinator

The Science department has begun the year in our usual busy manner, full of experiments, excursions, dissections and interesting explanations for everyday phenomena.

Aranmore students’ science education is safe in the capable hands of our long-standing staff such as Mr Lafferty, Dr Carroll, Mr Halden, Mr Eglington, Mr Miotti, Miss Cerny and Miss Donaldson.  We also welcome Mr Ranasooriya & Mr Simpson (pictured) to the department and welcome back Mrs Hopkins.

Below are just a sample of some of the things that happened this term – there is just way too much going on for us to be able to take photos of it all!

WEEK 9

Year 11 General Human Biology Bone Dissection

When you first think of bone you may think of a solid white object, however, there is much more to be learnt about the structure of bones.  General Human Biology students were given the opportunity to dissect a bone to see first-hand the features they have been learning about in class, providing excellent preparation for their upcoming test.

Year 10 Studying for Tests

The last week of term is always full of tests and assessments.  While the majority of study for final tests is expected to happen at home, time is given in class for students to complete their study and to ask their teachers any questions.  In younger years, this study is directed with revision sheets and specific tasks. As students get older, especially in extension or ATAR classes, the study is more self-driven with students encouraged to go over their notes and text and to complete questions suitable to their level of understanding from the text or other resources provided.

Here Mr Halden’s Year 10 classes are preparing for their Biology test the following day.

Blood Typing Year 9 Forensics and Year 11 ATAR Human Biology

How can you tell what blood type someone is?  How can this information be used to solve crimes?  Thank you to Curtin Outreach for teaching Year 9 Forensic and Year 11 Human Biology students all about blood typing and its forensic uses.

WEEK 8

 Year 7 Dissolving

Beginning high school brings a lot of new challenges for our Year 7s.  Juggling a variety of different teachers, assessments and expectations are some of them. To help reduce the amount of stress at this early stage, first summative assessments have been staggered between the learning areas.  Summative assessments are those that are marked and go towards a student’s grade.

Here they are doing the practical part of their first summative assessment for Science – an experiment looking at how surface area affects the rate of dissolving.  Science teachers are looking forward to marking this work and seeing how much students have improved since submitting their M&M formative assessment and receiving feedback.

Year 11 General Human Biology – Bones 

One of the advantages of being at a school with such a long tradition is the variety of different items that can be found in the Science prep area.  Here Year 11 General Human Biology students are observing the features of different human bones – using real human bones.

Year 11 ATAR Human Biology – Heart Dissection

Sheep hearts are very similar in size and proportions to a small adult heart.  Dissections are always the highlight of Human Biology classes and allow students to understand heart structure in a way that videos and pictures just don’t allow.

Year 10 & 11 Chemistry – Mole Olympics

Thank you once again to Murdoch Outreach for coming to Aranmore to host the annual Mole Olympics.  Year 10 and 11 Chemistry students get to have fun and compete against each other while deepening their understanding of stoichiometry.

WEEK 7:

Year 12 Chemistry – Titrations

We have had so much fun doing titration in chemistry class recently. Dr C  encourages us to research and learn rather than just telling us the answers which has been good preparation for the practical assessment. - Estella Gillam

 Year 10 – Rates of Reactions

There are many factors that can affect the speed of a chemical reaction.  Here Year 10s are investigating how the concentration of substrates affects the rates of reaction.  This investigation was part of their preparation for an upcoming assessment.

Year 11 Chemistry Separation

Today in chemistry, we were trying to separate a mixture of charcoal and sodium chloride into its pure components. We put the mixture over a Bunsen burner to evaporate until small crystals formed from the evaporated solution. - Elias Baker

Year 7 – Suspensions

Year 7s have been keeping our Lab Tech Biji busy with the many experiments they have been conducting this term.  Here you can see Year 7s demonstrating the difference between a solution and a suspension.

Year 10 – Concentration

 My Year 10 Science class were conducting an experiment to see the effect of concentration on reaction rate.

The students reacted concentrated (1M) Sodium Thiosulfate with Hydrochloric Acid and repeated the experiment again with diluted (0.1M) Sodium Thiosulfate, recording the time it took to turn a milky white colour.  The students discovered that the concentrated solution turned a milky white colour in less than 5 seconds while the dilute solution took approximately 25 seconds to turn a milky white colour. - Mrs Hopkins

WEEK 5 

Year 7 Melting Point 

Did you know that the Celsius scale is based on the melting and boiling points of water?  Year 7s do?  Did you know that you can alter the melting and boiling points of water?  Year 7s do.  Here Year 7s are demonstrating the change of melting point with the addition of salt to ice cubes. Students found that pure water will melt at 0^oC, but adding salt causes the ice to melt at a lower temperature, in this case between -8^oC and -6^oC .

Year 11 General Human Biology - Weetbix Challenge

Congratulations Jahlia – the winner of the annual weetbix challenge.  Thank you also to those who didn’t win -  demonstrating that saliva is required for swallowing.

WEEK 4

Year 7 Evaporation

Year 7s are practising their newly acquired Bunsen burner skills to demonstrate evaporation.

Year 9 Waves

The study of Geology includes the study of earthquakes.  Earthquakes are waves of energy moving through the ground so an understanding of wave motion is required to understand seismic waves. Year 9 students will use this knowledge to study Tsunami’s and the effect seismic wave frequency has on damage to different sized buildings.

WEEK 3

GEHBY - Microscopes

General Human Biology has a focus on the practical and everyday aspects of human biology.  Here the Year 11 General Human Biology class are practicing their microscope technique ready for their first practical assessment.

AEHBY – Surface Area

Cells are the basis of the human body, as they are for all living things.  Year 11 Human Biologists are demonstrating why cells are so small using different sized agar cubes as models.

Year 12 Chemistry – Equilibrium

Year 12 Chemistry students are demonstrating La Chateliers principle in preparation for their first summative assessment.

Year 7 Slime

Year 7s are learning about matter and how they change state due to physical or chemical changes. Students had the opportunity to make slime in Week 3 and observe these changes occur while the weather was nice outside and not too hot. Throughout the term, students will learn about physical and chemical properties of substances, solubility, density and solutions.

 Year 7 Bunsen Burner licences

Bunsen burner licences are a right of passage for Year 7 Science students.  Students need to demonstrate their knowledge of how the burners work and all the procedures required to operate them safely.

WEEK 2

AEHBY - Playdough

Year 11 Human Biology are preparing for their first assessment using playdough to create cells of different sizes and compare their surface area to volume ratio.

Year 7 Thermometers

Year 7 students are continuing to build their familiarity with scientific equipment by learning the correct way to use a thermometer and take temperature.  They were also pretty happy to learn that the International System of units is based on the metric system which they are already familiar with.

AEGHBY – Microscopes

Recent changes to the syllabus means that General Human Biology is more of a practical subject than ever.  The Year 11 classes honed their microscope skills in preparation for their first practical assessment.

Mrs Naomi Geoghegan
Head of Learning Area - Science

Celebrating Sporting Achievements at Aranmore!

Welcome to the first addition of our termly sports wrap for the year, where we highlight the outstanding achievements of our students in various sporting events and competitions throughout the term. From swimming to Inter-House sports and everything in between, our students have showcased their talents and sportsmanship with enthusiasm and determination.

Inter-House Sports Success

The term kicked off with the introduction of lunchtime Inter-House sports, and what an exciting start it was! In touch rugby, Pascoe House emerged as the undefeated champions. Congratulations to Pascoe for their outstanding teamwork and skill in claiming the title of Touch Rugby Champions for 2024.

Inter-House Swimming Carnival Champions

The competitive spirit continued to soar at the Inter-House Swimming Carnival, where Pascoe House once again demonstrated their dominance by clinching victory in all categories. The event witnessed exceptional individual performances, with an impressive ten records shattered on the day.

Let's applaud our individual champions:

Year 7 Boys

Daniel O’Reily
Richard Haddow
Benjamin Gillam

Year 7 Girls

Samahra Dangerfield
Brittany Donaldson
Mahalia-Aio Castle-Salem

Year 8 Boys

Junior Vaka
Ryan Kazandzis
Jackson Aim

Year 8 Girls

Megan McLeary
Khloe Lepidi
Chevelle Tornatora

Year 9 Boys

Patrick O’Loughlin
Xavier Linto
Quilan Feodorov

Year 9 Girls

Audra Garbenis
Jade Rutland
Aimee-Grace Bartels

Year 10 Boys

Paipera Pou-Matatahi
Gabriel Kelly
Oscar Maher

Year 10 Girls

Kimberley McLeary
Milly Bagley
Alyssa Lucano

Year 11 Boys

Jono Sarader
Hunter Pascoe
Joshua Lucano

Year 11 Girls

Olivia Wolmarans
Caitlyn Johnston
Amalia Kazandzis

Year 12 Boys

Samuel Nevitt
Angus Kellam
Fionn O’Brien

Year 12 Girls

Alix McWha
Mia Pappas
Emma Rowse

Inter-School Swimming Success

In the ACC Inter-School Swimming competition, Aranmore proudly secured third place overall in our first year competing in the H division. A special congratulations to Patrick O'Loughlin for being named the Champion Boy in the U/15 category. We are all very proud of your achievement, well done Patrick.

Summer NWAS Highlights

The Summer NWAS event held during Week 9 was filled with excitement and friendly competition across various sports including basketball, ultimate frisbee, indoor volleyball, and cricket. It was a testament to the sportsmanship and camaraderie of our students, who competed with excitement and spirit.

Aranmore Fun Run

At the end of this term, we held our annual cross-country Fun Run. This sporting event is not only an opportunity for students to showcase their athleticism but also to support a worthy cause by raising money for LifeLink. Additionally, participation in the Fun Run serves as a chance for students to express their interest in the ACC Cross Country event in Term 2.

Mr Adam Miotti
Sports Coordinator

Last week, I cycled 700km in the Hawaiian Ride for Youth to support young Western Australians experiencing mental health challenges. It was a huge personal challenge but one that was worth it, because right now suicide is the leading cause of death for young people aged between 15 and 24 in Australia.

I chose to take on this challenge because mental health has never been more important.

On the journey, we visited 15 schools in total and started important conversations with students about positive mental health.

It was our goal to increase awareness of youth mental health and raise funds to help Youth Focus deliver life-changing mental health support to our young Western Australians.

To those of you who have supported me - THANK YOU! We’ve now raised over $2 million.

And for anyone who is yet to donate, it's not too late to sponsor me and help change young lives.

Simply click the link below to donate to my fundraising page: https://www.rideforyouth.com.au/2024/riders/

Daniel O'Loughlin (Class of 2020)

Receive a free upgrade to Multi-City when you purchase a Single City Membership to The Entertainment App - BUT HURRY as this special offer expires on Tuesday 2 April 2024.

In the local paper, an unsettling announcement reveals the time and place of a murder at Miss Blacklock's Victorian house. Mistaking it for a party invitation, curious locals gather in the dimly lit manor, nestled amidst the fog-draped moors, only to discover themselves thrust into the heart of a crime scene. But fear not, for Inspector Craddock, a sharp-witted detective with a knack for the unexpected, and the ever-perceptive Miss Marple are swiftly on the case! With time ticking away and danger lurking in the shadows, they call upon the assembled guests to assist in untangling the intricate web of deceit that enshrouds the manor.

Prepare to be transported into a world of shifting alliances, hidden motives, and long-buried family secrets. As the investigation unfolds, will you decipher the clues and outsmart the shadows of deceit? This classic tale penned by the masterful Agatha Christie & Leslie Darbon promises an evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and unforeseen twists.

Murder, intrigue, dark family secrets and your chance to test your detective skills—what more could you ask for in a day of entertainment?

When? Friday 3 May @ 7pm and Sat 4 May @ 1pm & 7pm.

Where? Aranmore Catholic College Gym (CASS) parking is available from Oxford St entry

Why? To support our young actors who are excited to perform for you!

(Please note this play is suited to 15 plus age group). Tickets through Eventbrite.

For the College Calendar, please see here.

www.aranmore.wa.edu.au