New Year 9’s

• We welcomed our new year 9’s for 2024 at our Boarder’s Assembly on Wednesday 22^nd November. The boys then came into our Senior Residence on Sunday 26^th November for some fun at the beach with our leaders for 2024, my son Aubrey who is in their year group tagged along. This was followed up with a sleepover in the Senior Boarding House. Monday 27^th November saw these boys head to Senior School Orientation Day. Our new boys include three younger siblings of current Year 10-12 boys, the new boys are for 2024 are: Ben Carrington (Broome), Kade Gangell (Kulin), Milo Hewson (Broomehill) Van Jasper (Kulin), Archie Macnamara (Williams) younger brother of Oli (yr 12), Lennox Mongoo (Carnarvon) younger brother of Keion (yr 12), Riley Raffan (Badgingarra), Oliver Risinger (Dongara) younger brother of Xavier (yr 11), Harrison Smith (Cunderdin), Ethan Sullivan (Paraburdoo) and two new boys Rishi Munro from Bali, and Zac West, cousin of Toby Jones (yr 12) from Esperance.

Recreation Activities

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • The Marvels Movie with PLC @ Event Cinemas Innaloo Friday 10^th November – Year 10-12
  • Golf at Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th November – Year 11-12
  • First Lights Kooranup Drone Show Saturday 11^th November – Year 10-12
  • South Perth Sunset Picnic @ Perth Zoo with All Schools on Friday 17^th November – Year 10-11
  • Surfing Lessons @ Brighton Beach on Saturday 18^th & 25^th November – Year 10
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course on Saturday 18^th November & Friday 1^st December – Year 10
  • Adventure World with PLC on Sunday 19^th November – Year 11-12
  • Bounce Cannington on Friday 24^th November – Year 10
  • Recreation Skippers Ticket on Sunday 26^th November – Year 10-12
  • Paintball Clan Games @ Dizzy Lamb on Saturday 1^st December – Year 10-12
  • Beach Shuttle Sunday 2^nd December – Year 10-12

New Year 10’s

• Boys from both clans headed along to the “Try-a-Trade” Career Taster excursion at South Metro TAFE. From the smiles on faces, and the reviews these boys loved the day!

• Congratulations to Tom Falconer-Radford who continually received Theresa’s 5-Star Award for the tidiest room in the Year 10 wing throughout the last few weeks of term!

New Year 11’s

• John & Oscar of the boys (along with seven boys from Stirling Clan) made the commitment to keep walking the Bib Track. They walked 126.2km over 6 days, from Palings Rd (North of Beedelup) to Northcliffe, under the guidance of Mr. Scott Galipo (House Head of Shearer) and Mr. Callum Rigby (Outdoor Education Assistant). Boys enjoyed and welcomed the significant number of swimming spots, as well as the Pemberton Caravan Park. Well done John & Oscar on your choice to continue this significant Rite of Passage.

• Congratulations to Dallmyn Kelly, who has been elected Madalah Head Boy for 2024. Dallmyn attended a lunch at Parliament House on Wednesday 29^th November. Ben Stack also received a Madalah Student Council for 2024, Congratulations Dallmyn & Ben, good luck with your roles for 2024!

• Congratulations to John McGinniss, who received Kerry Wilhelm (Stirling House Mum) award for Best room in the Year 11 Wing.

New Year 12’s

• We said goodbye to School Captain David Walton, although we (Boarding & Blair Clan will claim him for the rest of the year).
• I finally managed to get these boys over to my house for a BBQ. After trying a Monday, where it looked like only 3 of them would make it, a late switch to Tuesday worked well as it meant both Alex Wood (my Assistant Head of Residence) & Theresa Moss (House Mum) were able to join us, although we were missing Noah McCreery (who was unwell at home) and my wife who was at the MLC Boarding Christmas dinner! There was an attempt at a version of handball which Fergus was keen on playing with the big boys.

• 5 boys (along with 5 Stirling boys and 2 ex-boarders) completed the 115.6km leg from Inlet Rd (near Broke Inlet) to Peaceful Bay under the guidance of Mrs. Rochelle Gaudieri (Middle School Teacher) and Miss Katie Guy (Outdoor Education). From the photos and videos I have seen, the boys had a fantastic time, caught fish, built a river wave and generally enjoyed being with each other on our beautiful southern coast! Well done Hudson, Toby, Oli Mac, Noah, & Oli Wandel, it seems like only yesterday I walked into Balingup with you all, and you weren’t even half way! One more walk (148.1.km) boys!

• On Thursday 23^rd November, we had our Year 12 Boys “Bring a Mate to Dinner”. 44 hungry, hot Year 12 boys descended on Keys House, a great opportunity for the day boys to see how our boarders live!

Year 13 (Leavers 2022)

• Valedictory on Saturday 25^th November and then the Awards Assembly on Friday 1^st December.

Christmas & Secret Santa

On Thursday November 30^th, we had Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall, this was followed with a Secret Santa’s for the three year groups. Many thanks to our 2024 leader, Oli Wandel for organising. A great initiative that allowed boys to show their “family away from home” that they care!

Final Week Beach Fish & Chips

On Monday 4^th December Steven Montgomery & I took the entire Senior Boarding House for Fish & Chips at Cottesloe Beach.

We departed the house at 5pm and returned to Keys House at 7.30pm for Prep. Boys were well fed, played Spikeball on the beach and had a nice refreshing swim with the odd wave!

Academic Achievements

Excellence in any area should be celebrated, remembering that each boy is individual. It was pleasing to sit through Friday Assemblies and the Senior School Presentation Ceremony and see boys rewarded for their efforts, Well done guys!

Certificate of Academic Excellence

Congratulations to the following students on achieving a Certificate of Academic Excellence for Semester Two. These students were presented with their award at Senior School Assembly on Friday 24^th November.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2023/11/24/year-11-2023-semester-2-certificates-of-academic-excellence/

Year 11

• Jiahe (David) Shen
• David Walton

Academic Colours

Congratulations to David Walton for achieving Academic Colours for Semester Two.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2023/11/24/year-11-2023-academic-colours-24-nov-2023/

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2023/11/24/student-achievements-24-nov-2023/

 ASDAN Certificates

Congratulations to: John McGinniss & Mesheech Ozies

Vocational Education & Training Certificates

Congratulations to:

• Kai Allan for achieving a Certificate II in Fitness
• Oliver Macnamara & Keion Mongoo for achieving a Certificate II in Workplace Skills

Prize Winners

Congratulations to the following students who were presented with their prizes at the Senior School Presentation Ceremony on Friday 1^st December.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/student-achievement/speech-night-awards/

“An Endeavour Prize is awarded to a student in Year 9, 10 or 11 who is industrious and who consistently demonstrates that they are striving to work to their full potential. The prize is achieved by nominations from at least six teachers in Years 9 and 10 and at least five teachers in Year 11. An Endeavour Prize is superseded by a Subject Prize or a Proficiency Prize.”

 “A Subject Prize is awarded in each subject that runs for the whole year. A student who attends a cross campus class, is in a class with a small cohort or who studies a Diploma course through Pamajo can still win a Subject Prize if their results are of a prize winning standard (at least an A in WACE or a high Grade 6 or 7 in Diploma). In the Diploma program, Subject Prizes are available for Standard Level and Higher Level.”

 “A Proficiency Prize is awarded for a high level of performance across all learning areas. In Year 9 and 10 this is determined by summing the course results achieved by each student and the top 5% receive a Proficiency Prize. In the Diploma program the grades of each student are summed and the students ranked. In the WACE program the school scores for each student’s best five subjects are summed and the students ranked. The top 5% receive a Proficiency prize. The top student in WACE, Diploma and VET programs are awarded Dux.”

 Year 10

Academic Proficiency – Arts: Media

• Mike (Haotian) Liu

Academic Proficiency – Arts: Photography & Graphic Design, Health & Physical Education, Humanities, Philosophy

• Oscar Male

Year 11

Academic Proficiency – Accounting & Finance (ATAR)

• Rylan Firth

Academic Proficiency – Biology SL (IBDP), Business Management HL (IBDP), Chinese HL (IBDP), Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches SL (IBDP)

• Jiahe (David) Shen

Dux of Year 11 (WACE) – Economics (ATAR), Literature (ATAR), Mathematics: Methods (ATAR), Mathematics: Specialist (ATAR), Modern History (ATAR)

• David Walton

Year 12

Arts Purchase Prize – Visual Arts (General)

• Kaymus Brierly

Subject Prize – Mathematics: Essential (General)

• Sam Thompson

Clash of the Clans

Softball was held on Thursday 30^th November just before Christmas dinner. We split the two games 1-1 with Stirling. The Year 9/12 Blair team getting up 12-11. Unfortunately, the Year 10/11 boys couldn’t prevail despite being well in control at 7-4 up going into the last innings, going down 7-12.

Other News

 Blair Clan Teams Meeting

 I will hold a MS Teams meeting for new families in the week before our January return to boarding, please keep an eye out for a calendar invite from me!

 Finally, I wish you all a safe break, enjoy time with your sons, have a merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Andy

Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Bib Track Week 2 of Spring Term!

• We welcome two new boys into Blair Clan next term, thanks to Cooper for taking on the role of “buddy” for one of our new boys as they transition to Scotch Boarding:

• • Blair Haultain, from Dongara
  • Zach Darling, from Albany
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Roller-skating with All Schools @ Morley Rollerdrome on Friday 1^st September
  • Bounce @ Bounce Carousel on Saturday 26^th August & 16^th September
  • Neon Glow Indoor Beach Volleyball with All Schools on Saturday 27^th August
  • The Meg @ Event Cinemas on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Complex on Saturday 2^nd September, Friday 8^th September
  • Ice Skating with All Schools @ Cockburn Ice Arena on Saturday 9^th September
  • Gym Floor for Games on Friday 15^th September
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles @ Event Cinemas on Saturday 16^th September
  • Mini-Golf @ Holey Moley in Fremantle on Sunday 17^th September
• Tom, Cooper, Harry, Lynton & Tate, along with Jake, Wil, Taka, Oli (Year 9, Stirling) and former boarder Oli Gooding, were all in the Subiaco Basketball team that Won their Grand Final. Well done guys!

• Lynton was runner-up Best on Ground in a premiership winning Mosman Park Redbacks team in the Year 9 Maroon Competition Grand Final for the Metro North Conference. Jake & Taka (Year 9, Stirling) were also in the team. Congratulations!

• Boys joined myself & Theresa for breakfast @ C Blu Restaurant in Cottesloe on Tuesday last week of Term. A great catch up, no technology, and despite bragging about how much they could eat, some of them did not finish their meals!

Year 9 Breakfast at C Blu

Year 10

• Year 11 and new pathways are just weeks away. If you have any queries regarding your sons course selection, please speak firstly with your sons House Head.
• We welcome three new boys into Blair Clan next term, thanks to Hudson, Noah & Oli Wandel for taking on the role of “buddy” for these new boys as they transition to Scotch Boarding:
  • Shae Brown, from Cygnet Bay who has been a boarder before
  • Dallmyn Kelly, from Ellenbrook, who is a day boy.
  • Lachlan Kirkham, from Cowaramup
• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Roller-skating with All Schools @ Morley Rollerdrome on Friday 1^st September
  • Freo Torchlight Prison Tour with St. Mary’s on Friday 25^th August
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 26^th August, 2^nd, 9^th September
  • Neon Glow Indoor Beach Volleyball with All Schools on Saturday 27^th August
  • The Meg @ Event Cinemas on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Complex on Saturday 2^nd September, Friday 8^th September
  • Ice Skating with All Schools @ Cockburn Ice Arena on Saturday 9^th September
  • Gym Floor for Games on Friday 15^th September
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles @ Event Cinemas on Saturday 16^th September
  • Mini-Golf @ Holey Moley in Fremantle on Sunday 17^th September
• Congratulations to Oscar Male who was part of the UWA Hockey Club Year 9/10 Division 1 team that won their Grand Final! Fellow boarder, Scott Ericsson (Year 9, Stirling) was also in the team.

• Congratulations to Willem Buckley & Xavier Risinger, who were both members of the Subiaco AFC Under 16 Division 4 team that won the League and the Top 4 Cup. Digby Smith (Year 10, Stirling) was also in the team. Unfortunately Xavier missed the final, as he was on his Year 10 Expedition.

• Year 10 Boys as part of their curriculum at Scotch elect to attend a one week camp, with the final group of students enjoying one of the following camps in the final week of term:
  • Margaret River Experience
    • TJ
  • Karijini
    • Jordy Bowden
    • Jayden Clarke
    • Xavier Risinger
    • Ben Stack
• The following students attended their camp in the third week of July:
  • Sea Kayaking
    • Mike Liu
    • Oscar Male
  • Whale Shark Diving
    • John McGinniss
    • Sonny Saunders

Year 11

• Year 12 officially starts Spring Term, Monday of Week 2. During Week 1, boys will take part in a seminar around the importance of sleep, managing their time and devices, as well as in induction on the Scotch College Boarding House Gymnasium. Once parental approval is received, boys will enjoy further privileges. I stress the word “privilege” as they must fulfill their responsibilities to keep their privileges.
• We welcome David Walton, Captain of School 2024, into boarding as a temporary boarder for the first 3 weeks of term.
• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Kings Park Pokemon Drive on Friday 25^th August
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 26^th August, 2^nd, 9^th September
  • The Meg @ Event Cinemas on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Complex on Saturday 2^nd September, Friday 8^th September
  • Gym Floor for Games on Friday 15^th September
• Congratulations to the following boys on their appointments to leadership positions for 2024:
  • Boarding
    • Oliver Wandel – Vice Captain of Boarding – Senior Residence (Blair Clan Leader)
    • Toby Jones – Vice Captain of Boarding – Middle School Residence
  • House
    • Hudson Hammond – Vice Captain of Keys – Operations
    • Clem Hardie – Vice Captain of Stuart – Service

Year 12

• AAP Students only March Out & Valedictory to go……
• WACE/IB Students only March Out, WACE/IB Exams & Valedictory to go…..
  • Important for boys to use this holiday period as a break from the rigours of studying before returning for one final stint.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Kings Park Pokemon Drive on Friday 25^th August
  • The Meg @ Event Cinemas on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Complex on Saturday 2^nd September, Friday 8^th September
  • Gym Floor for Games on Friday 15^th September
• I’d like to extend my thanks to Jensen Westerman and Kaymus Brierly for their leadership and organisation of Boarding Events, and to Lewis Parsons, Harry Hammond & Myles Ross who helped with Boarder’s Council activities and events.

Co-Curricular

PSA Sport

Congratulations to:

• Willem Buckley who was awarded Colours for Soccer as a member of the 1^st XI Soccer team.
• Oscar Male who was awarded Colours for Hockey as a member of the 1^st XI Hockey team.
• Jayden Clarke, Toby Jones & Jaezari Wynne who were awarded Colours for Football as members of the 1^stXVIII Football team.
• Donnacha Spencer who was awarded Colours for Rugby as a member of the 1^st XV Rugby team.

Congratulations to:

• Jayden Clarke, Hudson Hammond, Solomon Short, Ben Stack & Jensen Westerman who were all members of the Winning Alcock Shield Interschool Athletics team, the 6^th year in a row!

The Arts

Media

Thursday 7^th September was the annual Directors Cut Media Night. Clem Hardie is undertaking Film as a course as part of his IB pathway. Clem contributed several short films to the Directors Cut.

Art

Tuesday 5^th September saw the annual Senior School Art and Design Exhibition Opening Night, with a new location inside the Math’s & Commerce building, to display the 2023 exhibition, combining both traditional and innovative mediums and technology as it reflects our diverse range of students’ identities.

I particularly enjoyed seeing the excellent work from the Blair Clan boys, with Harry Russell, Noah McCreery and Kaymus Brierly all winning awards.:

Music

Solomon Short, as part of his Certificate III in Music performed with a band (created within his class with former boarder Dean Brown) at Scotch Rocks on Thursday 31^st August at the Rosemount Hotel. Solomon and his band put on a good show, the highlight being “Jump” by Van Halen.

Interhouse Sport

A glorious day met the boys for the athletics carnival on Friday 25^th August. St. Andrews house was successful with many of the Blair Clan boys involved across multiple disciplines.

Photos on vidigami are available here.

Clash of the Clans

Despite winning the final Clash of Clans (Gaelic Football) before the Mid-Term break, Stirling have claimed the Clash of Clans win for 2023, 12.5 points to 8.5 points. This means Stirling now leads overall 2-1.

Other News

Academic Assistance

A reminder, if you identify or believe your son may need specific academic assistance, please speak directly with Mr. Alex Wood (Assistant Head of Residence – Blair Clan) and CC me in. Alex oversees our academic tutors. While we do our best to monitor their academic achievements, sometimes boys will divulge information to you their parents, and as much as I preach strength in adversity, asking for help is a sign of strength, we know men in particular like to think they can solve their own problems themselves.

We have available Monday to Thursday up to four academic tutors as well as three boarding mentors to assist during Prep time.

Alex’s email is alex.wood@scotch.wa.edu.au

I hope you are able to spend some quality time with your sons this holiday period.

Thanks

Andy

It will be a busy end to Winter Term, with two moray camps still to come for year 9’s, year 10 exams, year 10 expeditions, year 11 WACE & IB examinations, & Year 12 WACE & IB Mock Examinations.

 Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 28^th July & 11^th August
  • Firepit with PLC on Saturday 29^th July
  • Barbie Movie with All Schools @ Innaloo Cinema Friday 4^th August
  • Fremantle v Brisbane @ Perth Stadium on Sunday 6^th August
  • Ikea Trip with Theresa on Friday 11^th August
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 13^th August
  • Fremantle Markets on Sunday 13^th August
• “Circle Convos” with Rev Gary van Heerden have been put on hold for now.
• I was fortunate enough to spend the last week of the July Holidays on one part of the Year 9 Scotch/PLC Melbourne Tour with Cooper, Hugh & Tom. We had a great time with Theatre, MCG Tour, Rope Courses, Phillip Island, Movie Night, Skiing/Snowboarding and of course a trip to Melbourne is not complete without a game of Aussie Rules!

• Declan and Harry have had the experience of their Year 9 Moray Camp, while the weather was not great, that didn’t stop them from having some fun, there are two more camps to come in Week 6 & 7!

Year 10

• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 28^th July & 11^th August
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course Saturday 29^th July & 5^th August
  • Outdoor Social with All Schools @ St. Mary’s on Saturday 29^th July
  • Barbie Movie with All Schools @ Innaloo Cinema Friday 4^th August
  • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf on Sunday 30^th July & 6^th August
  • Fremantle v Brisbane @ Perth Stadium on Sunday 6^th August
  • Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 11^th August
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 13^th August
  • Fremantle Markets on Sunday 13^th August

• Meg Baker (VET Coordinator) has been in during some Prep sessions the last few weeks to discuss alternative options for boys looking at the Alternative Academic Pathway. This includes Vocational (Certificate) Courses, Work Placements, Instep and TAFE).
• Jayden Clarke spent the week of 22^nd to 29^th July representing Western Australia at the School Sport Australia Boys and Girls 15 Years & Under Australian Football Championships. WA finished as runners-up, going down to Victoria Navy by 5pts in the final. Jayden came home with a silver medal, was runner-up in WA’s best & fairest and was selected as an All-Australian. Well done Jayden we are all proud of your efforts!

• Year 10 Boys as part of their curriculum at Scotch elect to attend a one week camp, either in the third week of July holidays, or the last week of Winter Term, this year sees the return of the New Zealand Ski Trip for the first time since COVID-19. The following boys enjoyed their July Year 10 Expeditions to Ningaloo:
  • Sea Kayaking
    • Mike Liu
    • Oscar Male
  • Diving
    • John McGinniss
    • Sonny Saunders

Year 11

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 28^th July & 11^th August
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course Saturday 29^th July & 5^th August
  • Outdoor Social with All Schools @ St. Mary’s on Saturday 29^th July
  • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf on Sunday 30^th July & 6^th August
  • Fremantle v Brisbane @ Perth Stadium on Sunday 6^th August
  • Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 11^th August
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 13^th August
• Wednesday 16^th August saw some of our aspiring Year 11 Leaders speak to the Boarding Community at the Dining Hall as part of the 2024 leadership process. Well done guys, your speeches were excellent and well thought out!

Year 12

• Not long to go, many assessments being finalised for WACE & IB boys, with AAP boys working hard to get the bookwork completed for their Certificate courses and final assessments done for General courses.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 28^th July & 11^th August
  • Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 11^th August
  • Fremantle v Brisbane @ Perth Stadium on Sunday 6^th August
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 13^th August

• Congratulations to Ben Brierley who was a member of the Scotch Surfing team that competed at the Surfing WA Metro Titles on Wednesday 16^th August. Ben and his partner made it to the final of the Senior Surfing where they were unfortunately beaten and had to settle for second place. Overall Scotch won the 3^rd day of the metropolitan compettion. A tremendous effort, well done Ben. Surfing Western Australia have a short video on their Facebook page, click here.

NAIDOC Week

Scotch celebrated NAIDOC week from Monday 31^st July to Friday 4^th August. As part of the celebrations led by Indigenous Programme Coordinator, Mr. Micheal Spratt, Indigenous Students’ Mentor, Mr. CJ Jackson, and the Indigenous students.

Our amazing Indigenous students shared their culture, proudly to both Junior, Middle and Senior school staff and students, educating others through “For Our Elders”!

• Indigenous Students v Staff Basketball Match on Monday
• Sausage Sizzle of Yongka (Kangaroo) for Middle School on Wednesday
• Dance Performance for Junior School on Wednesday
• Sausage Sizzle of Yongka (Kangaroo) for Senior School on Thursday
• Flag Raising, Smoking Ceremony, Senior School Marching and NAIDOC Assembly & Morning Tea on Friday

Congratulations to Mr. Spratt & Mr. Jackson and well done to all the Indigenous students.

Madalah Ball

On Saturday 5^th August, the Crown Ballroom played host to the Madalah 2023 Ball. Madalah is a scholarship provider that Scotch College partners with to provide opportunities for young Indigenous people to attend school and university.

I was lucky enough to attend, where Scotch College OSC (2015) and Young Australian of the Year (2020) Yarlalu Thomas was a special guest. But the highlight of the night for me was the performance of our own Ben Stack on guitar, with fellow Scotch students Dallmyn Kelly and Nick Chi. These proud young Indigenous men showed poise, composure and performed to a standing ovation. Well done gents!

SPIRIT Award

Sparkle – Sparkle is about connection. Sparkle is what you exude, your special essence. The glint in your eye.

Passion – Passion is what fuels you, what lights your fire. It helps build your identity and motivates you to succeed.

Imagination – Imagination is the ability to visualise your goals and to be creative in how you express yourself.

Resilience – Resilience is the ability to bounce forward. Learn from the things that you find challenging.

Integrity – Integrity is the ability to live your values through your actions. To be true to yourself, be honest and reliable.

Tenacity – Stick at it! Ride the bumps and persevere. Self-discipline is a fundamental determinate of success in life.

We were blessed to have Chris Higham with us. The overall winner was Lochie Elliott (Year 12, Stirling). Congratulations to those Blair Clan boys who were recognised with a certificate of nomination for the Award:

PSA Sport

• Congratulations to:
  • Donnacha Spencer who was a member of the Brother Redmond Cup winning (outright) 1^st XV rugby team, when Scotch 51 defeated Aquinas 5. It meant the team finished the season undefeated with 11 wins and one draw record from 12 games.

• • Jayden Clarke, Toby Jones & Jaezari Wynne who were all members of the Alcock Cup winning (outright) 1^st XVIII footy team when Scotch 8.18.66 def Aquinas 7.3.45, meaning that the team also went through the season undefeated, 12 wins from 12 games. Completing a historic four-peat (2020-23) in the process.

Clash of the Clans

In the final Clash of Clans for 2023, we were victorious Gaelic football. Some inspired performances from our year Jaezari, Tom Councillor-Dann, Hudson, Oli Wandel, TJ, Xavier, and Lynton saw us claim a 2-0 victory.

Other News

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

I hosted a Teams meeting for parents of Year 11 boys 7.15pm on Thurday the 10^{th of} August. There is a whole clan parent catch up scheduled for Wednesday 30^th August at 7.15pm. If you need me to resend the invitation, please let me know.

My thoughts are with those of you who did not have the opportunity to spend time with your sons over this boarder’s long weekend. Stay safe!

Thanks

Andy

Year 9

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Bounce Joondalup on Friday 9^th June
  • Claremont FC v Peel Thunder @ Claremont Oval on Saturday 10^th June
  • Fremantle FC v Richmond FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 10^th June

• • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf Sunday 11^th, 18^th & 25^th June

• • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th June
  • FlipOut Joondalup on Friday 16^th June
  • Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup on Saturday 10^th June
  • Fire Pit with PLC @ Scotch on Saturday 17^th June
  • The Flash @ Greater Union Innaloo Sunday 18^th June
  • Ice Skating with St. Hilda’s at Cockburn Ice Arena on Friday 23^rd June
  • Fremantle FC v Essendon FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 24^th June
• Week 7 – Cyber Safety Presentation at School
  • The year 9 boys got to experience renowned Cyber Safety Guru Paul Litherland from Surf Online Safely. If you have not had the chance to talk to your son about this, it is worth a chat.
  • It is also worth looking at this resource from SBS “The Hunting” linked to a 4-part tv drama series. I am keen to explore using this with the Year 9 students next term.

• The boys got along to the Scotch Drama production “Treasure Island” on Wednesday 14^th June, it was very entertaining, and I think the boys appreciated something different during Prep.
• It’s been great to see so some of our Year 9 Boarders out helping with the Year 1-12 PSA Sport on a Saturday morning, in particular Lynton Ugle who has helped boundary umpire. They do this just to give back and be active!

Year 10

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Claremont FC v Peel Thunder @ Claremont Oval on Saturday 10^th June
  • Fremantle FC v Richmond FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 10^th June

• • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf Sunday 11^th, 18^th & 25^th June

• • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th June
  • The Flash @ Greater Union Innaloo Sunday 18^th June
  • Ice Skating with St. Hilda’s at Cockburn Ice Arena on Friday 23^rd June
  • Fremantle FC v Essendon FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 24^th June
• Week 7 – Cyber Safety Presentation at School
  • The year 9 boys got to experience renowned Cyber Safety Guru Paul Litherland from Surf Online Safely. If you have not had the chance to talk to your son about this, it is worth a chat.

• The boys got along to the Scotch Drama production “Treasure Island” on Wednesday 14^th June, it was very entertaining, and I think the boys appreciated something different during Prep.
• 8 of the 11 boys completed their Keys4Life program with a successful mark of 24 or more in the Learner’s Permit Theory Test. They will receive a Certificate which they can use at any Licensing Centre to obtain their Learner’s Permit.

Year 11

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Bounce Joondalup on Friday 9^th June
  • Claremont FC v Peel Thunder @ Claremont Oval on Saturday 10^th June
  • Fremantle FC v Richmond FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 10^th June

• • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf Sunday 11^th, 18^th & 25^th June

• • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th June
  • The Flash @ Greater Union Innaloo Sunday 18^th June
  • Ice Skating with St. Hilda’s at Cockburn Ice Arena on Friday 23^rd June
  • Fremantle FC v Essendon FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 24^th June

• Year 11 House Head Meetings on Wednesday 7^th
• I had the boys over for some pizza (Chelsea Pizza is the best) at my place on Tuesday 13^th It was great as these boys missed a dinner at my place last year due to COVID-19. My wife, Jodie, remarked that this group seemed to have grown in size since they were Year 9’s. Effectively they have almost doubled, now 13 of them!

Year 12

• 9 weeks to go……
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Claremont FC v Peel Thunder @ Claremont Oval on Saturday 10^th June
  • Fremantle FC v Richmond FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 10^th June
  • The Flash @ Greater Union Innaloo Sunday 18^th June
  • Ice Skating with St. Hilda’s at Cockburn Ice Arena on Friday 23^rd June
  • Fremantle FC v Essendon FC @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 24^th June

• On Friday 9^th June 16 of the 20 year 12 boys (including 9 of the 11 Blair Clan boys) spent the night at Amaroo Retreat, kindly hosted by the Westerman’s. We were treated to an amazing charcuterie board, mocktails and dinner consisting of pizza, pasta, salad, croquettes, Char Siu pork. The boys then spent the rest of the night enjoying each other’s company, by the fire pit, in the spa, in the pool and in front of a movie in the Theatre. Mr. Jordan Owenell (Head of Boarding) and myself were in attendance! Thanks so much to Kirstin & Mike Westerman for your hospitality!

• Year 12 House Head Meetings on Wednesday 14^th June
• The year 12 boys attended the “City After Dark” Excursion on Wednesday 21^st June. Run by the Constable Care Foundation and the WA Police Force. They were accompanied by Mr. Steven Montgomery (Head of Stirling Clan) & Mr. Chris Stretch (Senior Boarding Mentor).

Academic Achievements

It was very pleasing to sit in assembly over June and hear the names of our boys who are making the most of their academic opportunities. Well done guys!

Certificate of Excellence

Congratulations to the following students on achieving a Certificate of Excellence for Semester One.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/teaching-and-learning/assessments-and-reporting/senior-school/

Year 11

These students were presented with their award at Senior School Assembly on Friday 23^rd June.

Jiahe (David) Shen (IB)

The Arts

Drama

Congratulations to Clement Hardie (Year 11) for his involvement as part of the backstage crew in the “Treasure Island” drama production. An amazing production which involved students from Years 9 through to Year 12. Involvement in a drama production requires a commitment of a huge amount of time to the production, a lot of Sunday and evening rehearsals. Congratulations on your involvement in bringing such a story to life on the stage, combining music, singing and acting.

Sport

State Representatives

We would like to congratulate:

• Jayden Clarke as he represents WA at the 15yrs & under Aussie Rules Football National Championship in Ballarat 22^nd-29^th
• Oscar Male as he represents WA at the 16yrs & under Hockey National Championships in Adelaide 12^th-19^th
• Jensen Westerman for his selection in the WA Volleyball Under 18 Men’s State Squad.

Claremont Football Club

Congratulations to Jaezari Wynne who made his Claremont Colts debut on Saturday 10^th June against Peel Thunder.

Clash of the Clans

We have much work to do after our recent losses in Table Tennis and Volleyball. A great turn out at Boarders Got Talent on Wednesday 28rth June, saw us clinch a good win. Ben Stack & Solomon Short played Wagon Wheel on their guitars, Jasper Good & Oli Macnamara set about trying to throw marshmallows into each other’s mouths, succeeded once and then showed how many they could fit, while Jensen Westerman gave us 4 backflips.

Other News

Ag Day – Friday 9^th June

Thanks to all boys and parents for their assistance on the day. Marching as a Boarding fraternity and it was great for our boys to be the centre of attention for a couple of periods!

I’d like to also commend Ben Stack for his involvement in the Acknowledgement of Country dances, click here and here to see them.

Round Square Exchange Students

We had Alex Haberl from the USA earlier this term, and after the mid-term break, we welcomed four boys from Kings Academy in Jordan. Mohammad (year 10) and Ahmad (year 11) into Blair Clan and brothers Rami (year 10) & Sami (year 11) into Stirling Clan. The highlight for the boys was their day trip to Wadjemup (Rottnest) with Mr. Johann Schroeder (Outdoor Education Teacher), but they also enjoyed seeing the sights of Perth, thanks Ms. Kerry Wilhelm!

Year 12 Boarders v PLC Netball Game

On Wednesday 7^th June, as part of our Boarding Week some of our boys took on some of the PLC Boarders in a game of Netball on the Chapel lawn. Well done to Ben Brierley, Harry Hammond, Myles Ross & Jensen Westerman for bringing home the win! Thanks to Mrs. Becky Shiel & Ms. Jacqui Langdon for umpiring!

I hope you get to enjoy some solid family time with your sons. It is a great opportunity to have a break, recharge, reset and hit Winter Term in a great mental and physical state.

Thanks

Andy

We are very lucky to have Ms. Theresa Moss join us from the start of this term as our House Mum. Theresa spends a significant amount of time in and around the boarding house and with your sons. She works Monday, Tuesday & Friday mornings (7-9.30am) and Monday, Wednesday & Friday afternoons (2.30-5pm). In addition, Theresa comes in on a Sunday 5-8pm, to assist with seeing boys return from leave and help get them organised for the week. She has made a significant impact already in assisting boys in their general organization, laundry, routines etc…Please do not hesitate to contact her if you have any concerns.

The weather has well and truly turned this week, with some of the mornings as low as 5^OC. Here is what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Boys sat their first round of exams (English, Maths, Humanities & Science) in week 5, with their results due for release along with Semester 1 reports very soon. If you have concerns please let myself or Alex Wood (Assistant Head of Residence) know.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Gym Games @ Scotch College Friday 28^th April, 12^th May, 19^th May
  • Shopping @ Fremantle Markets Saturday 29^th April
  • Ice Skating @ Cockburn Ice Arena Saturday 29^th April
  • Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup Sunday 30^th April, Saturday 13^th May
  • Quiz Night @ St. Mary’s Friday 5^th May

• • 10-Pin Bowling @ Strike Fremantle Sunday 7^th May

• • Movie Night (Guardians of the Galaxy 3) @ Event Cinemas Friday 12^th May
  • Mini-Golf @ Holey Moley Saturday 13^th May

• • 10-Pin Bowling @ Melville Superbowl Saturday 20^th May

• • Laser Tag with St. Mary’s @ Darklight Joondalup Friday 26^th May

• • Movie (Fast & Furious X) @ Event Cinemas Saturday 27^th May

• Year 9 PTSI’s were held on Tuesday 2^nd & Wednesday 3^rd May
  • To ensure that our year 11 and 12 boys in house studying for exams were provided with a quiet house, a recreation trip to Fremantle to watch a movie and have lunch was organised with Mr. Stretch.

Our year 9 boys continued their fortnightly activity entitled “Circle Convos”. It is run by Reverend Gary van Heerden and either myself or Mr. Alex Wood, or Mr. Steven Montgomery or Mr. Michael Ninkov are in attendance. Boys take it in turn to be interviewed by Rev Gary, about who they are, essentially opening up for a chat, but more importantly allowing each individual to be seen, understood, and accepted, which are vital to individual and community wellbeing.

Year 10

We welcomed Alex Haberl (Colorado Springs) into Boarding, on Round Square Exchange from Fountain Valley School in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. Alex has an interest in the outdoor pursuits and has been a welcome addition and has not been afraid to get involved with all things boarding as well as many co-curricular events. We said goodbye to Alex at our Boarding Assembly on Wednesday 31^st May.

• We will welcome another exchange student in Blair Clan (as well as one into Stirling Clan) for 3 weeks post the Mid-Term break, Ahmad Al-Sou’d from King’s Academy, a private boarding school in Madaba, Jordan. Ahmad’s buddy will be Sonny Saunders.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
• • Gym Games @ Scotch College Friday 28^th April, 12^th May, 19^th May
  • Ice Skating @ Cockburn Ice Arena Saturday 29^th April
  • Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup Sunday 30^th April, Saturday 13^th May
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 5^th, 19^th May
  • Fire Pit & Marshmallows with PLC Saturday 6^th May

• • 10-Pin Bowling @ Strike Fremantle Sunday 7^th May

• • Movie Night (Guardians of the Galaxy 3) @ Event Cinemas Friday 12^th May

• • 10-Pin Bowling @ Melville Superbowl Saturday 20^th May
  • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf Sunday 21^st, 28^th May

• • Laser Tag with St. Mary’s @ Darklight Joondalup Friday 26^th May

• • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course Saturday 27^th May
  • Movie (Fast & Furious X) @ Event Cinemas Saturday 27^th May
• Year 10 Pathway week was week two, where they hear from Curriculum Leaders about the courses available for selection in year 11 & 12. For more information please click here.

• Year 10 PTSI’s were held on Tuesday 2^nd & Wednesday 3^rd May
  • To ensure that our year 11 and 12 boys in house studying for exams were provided with a quiet house, a recreation trip to Fremantle to watch a movie and have lunch was organised with Mr. Stretch.

• The boys completed lessons 6 to 8 (of 10) as part of their Keys 4 Life program, so far, the topics this term have included: Reducing risks (Alcohol, Fatigue & Distractions); Ways to reduce risk (Speed and stopping distances); Driving is a complex task; Why practice (List and explain preferred driver supervisor characteristics); Straight talking (Define assertive communication and its applicability during the learning to drive process). Before the end of term boys will complete the last two lessons and their Theory test.
• 9 of the 12 boys completed the Balingup to Boarding House (Palings Rd) leg (98.5km) of the Bibbulmun Track. The boys were split into two groups (one walking North and the other South), under the guidance of either Mr. Scott Galipo (House Head – Shearer) & Callum Rigby (Outdoor Education Assistant) or Mr. Peter Tresise (Middle School Teacher) & Ms. Katie Guy (Outdoor Education). Boys were rewarded with a dinner at Grill’d with the staff and Mr. Owenell. In a significant milestone, the boys hit halfway. It’s all downhill from here!

Year 11

• We will welcome another exchange student in Blair Clan (as well as one into Stirling Clan) for 3 weeks post the Mid-Term break, Mohammad Alsaid from King’s Academy, a private boarding school in Madaba, Jordan..
• Exams occupied the first 2 weeks of this term, there were some pleasing results. As mentioned in my email to parents, Alex Wood will spend time speaking to boys individually about their results so that together we can try to provide ongoing academic support if necessary.
• The Year 11 Dance on Saturday 27^th May was a hit, I have seen some photos, but none on Vidigami or any of the Scotch social handles.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Gym Games @ Scotch College Friday 28^th April, 12^th May, 19^th May
  • Shopping @ Fremantle Markets Saturday 29^th April
  • Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup Sunday 30^th April, Saturday 13^th May
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 5^th, 19^th May

• • Dockers v Hawks @ Perth Stadium Saturday 6^th May
  • 10-Pin Bowling @ Strike Fremantle Sunday 7^th May
  • Dockers v Cats @ Perth Stadium Saturday 20^th May
  • Year 11 Dance @ Scotch Saturday 20^th May
  • Surfing Lessons with Go Surf Sunday 21^st, 28^th May
  • Boarders Ball with PLC @ Scotch Saturday 27^th May

• 5 of the 13 boys completed the Northcliffe to Broke Inlet Rd leg (93.5km) of the Bibbulmun Track. Under the guidance of Ms. Rochelle Gaudieri (Middle School Teacher) & Mr Johann Schroeder (Outdoor Education). Boys were rewarded with some sunglasses and a Return Dinner at Upperhand Burgers with staff, Mr. Rhys Edwards (Outdoor Education) & myself.

• The boys also attended theaward winning A.R.T.Y. program on Wednesday 31^st May, with the Stirling Year 11’s, Steven Montgomery and myself. The Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (PARTY) Program is an injury prevention initiative run at Royal Perth Hospital (RPH). It provides useful, relevant information to young people to help them recognise potential injury-causing situations and make informed prevention-oriented choices about activities. It is also designed to help them adopt behaviours and actions that minimise risk.

Year 12

• Well these young men are closing in on the end of school, only 11 weeks to go, less for some!

Exams occupied the first 2 weeks of this term, there were some pleasing results. As mentioned in my email to parents, Alex Wood will spend time speaking to boys individually about their results so that together we can try to provide ongoing academic support if necessary.

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Gym Games @ Scotch College Friday 28^th April, 12^th May, 19^th May
  • Shopping @ Fremantle Markets Saturday 29^th April
  • Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup Sunday 30^th April, Saturday 13^th May
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 5^th, 19^th May

• • Dockers v Hawks @ Perth Stadium Saturday 6^th May
  • 10-Pin Bowling @ Strike Fremantle Sunday 7^th May
  • Dockers v Cats @ Perth Stadium Saturday 20^th May
  • Boarders Ball with PLC @ Scotch Saturday 27^th May

• Harry Hammond was recognised as the 177^th Scotch End to Ender for the Bibbulmun Track at our Senior School Assembly on Friday 28^th April. Well done Harry!

PSA Sport

• Congratulations to:
  • Jayden Clarke who was awarded Colours for Basketball from Summer Term
  • Oliver Wandel who was awarded Colours for Tennis from Summer Term
  • Jensen Westerman who was awarded Colours for Volleyball from Summer Term
• Congratulations to the following boys on earning Winter 1^st Team selections so far this year:
  • Jayden Clarke, Kai Allan, Toby Jones & Jaezari Wynne in 1^st’ XVIII Football
  • Oscar Male in 1^st XI Hockey
  • Donnacha Spencer in 1^st XV Rugby
  • Willem Buckley in 1^st XI Soccer

Interhouse Sport

The Senior School Interhouse Cross Country was held on Friday 31^st March. I’d like to pass on my congratulations to all boys that competed in the 3km races, in particular those that finished in the top 40:

Year 9

Tom Falconer-Radford 35^th

Year 10

Oscar Male 10^th

Jayden Clarke 25^th

Year 11

Hudson Hammond 4^th

Oliver Wandel 22^nd

Toby Jones 30^th

Kai Allan 34^th

Year 12

Jaezari Wynne 29^th

Tom Councillor-Dann 39^th

Academic Excellence

• The following boys were awarded Academic Excellence at Senior School Assembly on Friday 19^th Congratulations:
  • Mike Liu
  • Oscar Male

Clash of the Clans

The clan games are important for creating identity within our boarding community, as well as an extension of the Scotch values of Integrity, Service and Stewardship. The Table Tennis tournament organised by Jensen & Jett has been a huge success. Unfortunately our own Mike Liu went down in the final, which sees Stirling take the win.

Wednesday 31^st May, the night before the long weekend saw Blair take on Stirling in Volleyball. Stirling proved too strong, winning the Year 9, Year 10 and Year 12 games, while we won convingly in the Year 11 game.

Many thanks to Jensen for his organisation.

 Other News

National Sorry Day – Friday 26^th May & National Reconciliation Week 27^th May to 3^rd June

Jaezari Wynne, who hails from Broome, who is a proud young Indigenous man who has links to the Yawaru and Bardi tribes, modelled the Scotch 1^st XVIII football jersey for a social media post in the lead up to the PSA Indigenous Round (Round 5). Scotch went by the name Galbamaanup (place of black water, referring to Lake Claremont) for the round.

Ag Day – Friday 9^th June

Is fast approaching, Memorial Oval in front of the Gooch with Marching (the boarders will march as an 11^th house), it should be exciting!

Congratulations

Jensen Westerman spent two days attending a Volleyball Development camp run by Australian Indoor Men’s Volleyroos Head Coach, Dave Preston and National Performance Director, Craig Marshall. The camp was held during the April School Holidays.

Oscar Male has been selected in the School Sport WA State 16yrs & under Schoolboys hockey team which will compete at the National Championships in Adelaide in August. Oscar has also been selected as a train-on for the Hockey WA under 18 Men’s hockey team.

Jayden Clarke has been selected in the School Sport WA State 15yrs & under Schoolboys football team which will compete at the National Championships in Ballarat in July.

Finally I remain hopeful of getting the Year 11 boys over to our place for dinner on a Friday soon. And look out for the All parents MS Teams meeting on Wednesday 14^th June.

I hope you enjoyed the weekend and some time spent with your sons, if you were able to spend time with them!

Thanks

Andy

Many of you may have met Theresa at the Boarding Parents Sundowner. Welcome Theresa!

 Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Tuesday 7^th March saw Year 9 Parents & House Head Dinners, I hope many of you were able to get along to these. Please make sure if you were not able to that you do contact your sons House Head, they are an important contact with the “day” school.
• Year 9 boys participated in NAPLAN in weeks 7 & 8.
• The Year 9 boys enjoyed an Outdoor Education Program on the final day of term.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Gym Games & Swimming Pool in the Scotch Gym on Friday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th & 31^st March
  • Shopping @ Westfield Carousel on Saturday 11^th March
  • Creed III Movie @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 12^th March
  • Movie Night at St. Hilda’s on Friday 17^th March
  • Sculptures by the Sea on Friday 17^th March
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 19^th March
  • Dockers v Kangaroos @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 25^th March
  • Rollerskating with PLC @ Morley Rollerdrome on Saturday 1^st April
• The year 9 boys continued with their Wellbeing Program entitled “Circle Convos”. Run by Reverend Gary van Heerden.
• All seven boys completed the Harris Dam-Balingup (104.1km) leg of the Bibbulmun Track. The focus of the Year 9 walks is Adaptability Transition (The importance of how to plan for success and having to deal with the unexpected. How to visualise a path forward, how to stay present.) The boys walked in one group: walking south under the guidance of Mr. Steven Montgomery (Head of Stirling Clan) & Mr. Evan Telcik (Outdoor Education Assistant) Thanks to Mr. Rhys Holdman (Acting Curriculum Leader for Outdoor Education) for all his organisation.
  

  Year 10

  • The end of the first semester for year 10 has seen many activities in preparation for all important course selections for year 11.
    • Pathways Information
      • The Pathways & Careers Information was made available online on Monday 13^th March. The recording is available here https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/courses/pathway/year10/pathway-and-careers-information/pathway-information/
      • The Online Parent Forum for Pathways Information was held on Wednesday 22^nd March, if you missed it there is a recording available https://online.clickview.com.au/share?sharecode=4cacd4a8
      • more information https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/courses/pathway/year10/pathway-and-careers-information/
    • Academic Testing was held the last day of Autumn Term, with any catch-up required to be completed during Week 1 of Autumn Term.
    • Week 2 of Autumn term will be “Pathway Week” where they hear about all the courses available to them.
    • Subject Selections for year 11 2024 will be due 17 May 2023.
  • Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
    • Gym Games & Swimming Pool in the Scotch Gym on Friday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th & 31^st March
    • Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Friday 10^th March
    • Creed III Movie @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 12^th March
    • Movie Night at St. Hilda’s on Friday 17^th March
    • Sculptures by the Sea on Friday 17^th March
    • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 19^th March
    • John Wick 4 Movie @ Event Cinemas on Friday 24^th March
    • Dockers v Kangaroos @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 25^th March
    • Wake Boarding @ Baldivis Wake Park on Sunday 26^th March & 2^nd April
    • Rollerskating with PLC @ Morley Rollerdrome on Saturday 1^st April
  • The boys have now had five (of ten) lessons as part of their Keys 4 Life program, so far the topics we have covered include: Requirements for getting a driver’s license; Supervisor requirements; Driver responsibilities; Consequences of crashes; Applying road rules; Road user risks stats; Impact of crashes; Attitudes impact decisions; Decisions have consequences; Importance of being a safe, tolerant and courteous road user; Factors that can contribute to a crash; Scenarios to determine driving risks and strategies to mitigate these.
    • The Parent Information Session will take place at 7pm Wednesday 26^th April – Click here Year 10 Keys4Life Parent (and Student) Information Session to join the session.

Year 11

• Boys are closing in on their first semester of year 11 exams. Year 11 Parent Teacher Student Interviews occupied boys for the last day and a half of term.

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Gym Games & Swimming Pool in the Scotch Gym on Friday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th & 31^st March
  • Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Friday 31^st March
  • Golf at Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th March & 1^st April
  • Concert (Carla Geneve & the Struggling Kings) @ Wireless Hill Park with Santa Maria on Saturday 11^th March
  • Creed III Movie @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 12^th March
  • Sculptures by the Sea on Friday 17^th March
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 19^th March
  • John Wick 4 Movie @ Event Cinemas on Friday 24^th March
  • Dockers v Kangaroos @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 25^th March
  • Wake Boarding @ Baldivis Wake Park on Sunday 26^th March & 2^nd April

• The boys participated in the Tomorrow Woman pilot program (Her Code) co-facilitated by Mel King and Lucy Scott. The workshop was designed for participants (your sons) to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges of being a woman in 2023. They all have a mother, some have a sister, some will have girlfriends/wives etc…Our sister school PLC participate in the Tomorrow Woman workshops. As someone who teaches Health at Scotch College, the Tomorrow Man Program in conjunction with “The Men We Need” (Year 10 Health) and Cognitive Curriculum (Health) Lessons, give your sons a great opportunity to define how they want to be as young men!

Click here to see Mel talk about Module 6 (Write Your Own Code) that was completed back in November 2022.

Year 12

• Boys are closing in on their last set of first semester exams. They will soon have only 19 (some less) weeks of school left. The Alternative Academic Pathway boys will sit their EST’s for their courses in weeks 4 & 5 this term. Year 12 Parent Teacher Student Interviews occupied boys for the last day and a half of term.

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Gym Games & Swimming Pool in the Scotch Gym on Friday 10^th, 17^th, 24^th & 31^st March
  • Sculptures by the Sea at Cottesloe Beach on Saturday 12^th March
  • Concert (Carla Geneve & the Struggling Kings) @ Wireless Hill Park with Santa Maria on Saturday 11^th March
  • Creed III Movie @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 12^th March
  • Ice Skating with Perth College @ Cockburn Ice Arena on Sunday 12^th March
  • Beach Run at Cottesloe Beach on Sunday 19^th March
  • John Wick 4 Movie @ Event Cinemas on Friday 24^th March
  • Dockers v Kangaroos @ Perth Stadium on Saturday 25^th March
  • Wake Boarding @ Baldivis Wake Park on Sunday 26^th March & 2^nd April

• Harrison Hammond has become Scotch College Boarding’s Bibbulmun Track End to Ender #177. Harry completed the final 148.1km leg from Peaceful Bay to Albany under the guidance of Mr. Kelvin Fewings (Boarding Mentor) and Miss Amber Flynn (Outdoor Education Assistant) and the organization of Mr. Rhys Edwards (Outdoor Education Teacher). Harry was joined by Lochie, Jett and Azhar from Stirling Clan. The focus for the Year 12 final walk is Reflection (Boys not only discuss the power of achievement but also reflect on the power of marking milestones in order to achieve goals and build traditions and the lessons learned throughout the journey.) Over Harry’s time at Scotch he has completed the entire 1005.8km, from Kalamunda to Albany, what an achievement!

• Well done to the year 12 cohort for their support of the World’s Greatest Shave! Wednesday 23^rd march saw many hair lengths return to an acceptable level, but more importantly raised $158,382.25 (almost double 2022) towards the Leukemia Foundation.
  • Special mention to both Ben Brierley ($1734) and Jensen Westerman ($1700) for the amounts they raised!

PSA Sport

• The PSA Summer Sport season ended, with Scotch winning the Dr K.G. Tregonning Cup for Swimming. Congratulations to:
  • Ben Brierley who was a part of the swimming team that won the 2023 PSA Swimming Carnival for the first time in 38 years (1985 was the last time). Results & Live Stream.

• • • Jayden Clarke as a member of the 1^st V Basketball team, the team finished in 5^th place with a 5 win 7 loss record.
    • Oliver Wandel as a member of the 1^st VIII Tennis team, the team finished in 5^th place with a 5 win and 7 loss record.

• • Jensen Westerman as a member of the 1^st VI Volleyball team, the team finished in 6^th place with a 1 win and 11 loss record.
  • Noah McCreery, who received the Coaches Award as part of the 3^rd XI Cricket team.

Clash of the Clans

Currently Table Tennis is a hit, with a knockout tournament in full swing to determine the Blair Clan champion who will take on the Stirling Clan Champion. The overall winner is scheduled to play Dr O’Connell.

Indoor Soccer was on the schedule for Wednesday 5^th April. Games were played between Year groups….Unfortunately Stirling took the win.

Other News

Year 11/12 Examination Break Autumn Term

There are NO classes for Year 11-12 Students during weeks two and three next term. The boarding house is staffed during the day to allow WACE & IB students to study in their rooms to a set schedule. Any students with Exams must attend these at school. AAP students will have a work placement commitment to fulfil (please see email from Ms. Meg Baker).

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

I hosted two parent meetings, one for parents of year 9 boys and one for parents of all boys in the clan. Both were well attended. It’s great to see faces, touch bases, but I think also good for parents to see each other and match boys with their parents!

Tentative dates for Autumn Term MS Teams Meetings

• Year 12 Parents – Wednesday 24^th May
• All Parents – Wednesday 14^th June

I’d like to wish you all a happy and safe easter and an enjoyable April Holidays! Cherish the time spent with family and loved ones!

Dates

The College has provided Year specific events sheets via the Scotch App, these were released earlier this year, if you did not receive one, links can be found here:

Year 9

Year 10

Year 11

Year 12

Thanks

Andy

New Year 9’s

• We welcomed our new year 9’s for 2023 at our Boarder’s Assembly on Wednesday 23^rd November. The boys then came into our Senior Residence on Sunday 27^th November for a sleepover. Followed by the Senior School Orientation on Monday 28^th November. Our new boys for 2023 are: Declan Crombie (Babakin), Tom Falconer-Radford (York), Hugh Fairclough (Beverley), Cooper Messina (Mullewa), Tate Robertson (Kulin), Harrison Russell (Dandaragan) & Lynton Ugle (Karratha).

New Year 10’s

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Twilight Hawkers market in the CBD on Friday 11^th November
  • High School Musical @ PLC on Friday 11^th November
  • Gym Games at Scotch Gym on Friday 25^th November & 2^nd December
  • Golf at Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th November & 3^rd December
  • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 13^th November, Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4^th December
  • Black Panther Movie @ Innaloo on Sunday 13^th November
  • Perth Aqua Park with St. Hilda’s on Sunday 20^th November
  • Paintball on Saturday 26^th November
  • Ice Skating with Penrhos @ Cockburn Ice Arena Sunday 27^th November
  • Fish & Chips with PLC @ Kailis Fish Market Fremantle on Friday 2^nd December
  • Bubble Soccer on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Pool Swim @ Scotch Pool on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Christmas Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup on Sunday 4^th December
• Oscar Male & Xavier Risinger participated in the Year 9/10 Ethics Olympiad. More photos and a social media post here.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/teaching-and-learning/academic-enrichment-and-extension/middle-school/ethics-olympiad/

New Year 11’s

• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Twilight Hawkers market in the CBD on Friday 11^th November
  • High School Musical @ PLC on Friday 11^th November
  • Gym Games at Scotch Gym on Friday 25^th November & 2^nd December
  • Golf at Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th November & 3^rd December
  • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 13^th November, Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4^th December
  • Black Panther Movie @ Innaloo on Sunday 13^th November
  • 10 Perth Aqua Park with St. Hilda’s on Sunday 20^th November
  • Paintball on Saturday 26^th November
  • Fish & Chips with PLC @ Kailis Fish Market Fremantle on Friday 2^nd December
  • Bubble Soccer on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Pool Swim @ Scotch Pool on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Christmas Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup on Sunday 4^th December
• The boys attended their final “Tomorrow Man” program module for the year, Module 6 (Emotional Muscle). I encourage you to speak to your son about what they have experienced within the program. In 2023 this group of young men will be part of a Pilot Program run by the people at Tomorrow Man, entitled “Tomorrow Woman” (normally a program for young women), it will be co-facilitated by both a male and female staff member, with the aim for the boys “to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges of being a woman in 2023.”
• Seven of the boys (along with six from Stirling Clan) made the commitment to keep walking the Bib Track. They walked 126.2km over 6 days, from Palings Rd (North of Beedelup) to Northcliffe, under the guidance of Mr. Seb Crossley (Boarding Mentor) and Mr. Tom Bell (Outdoor Education Assistant). Boys were treated to some fresh produced courtesy of Nic Giblett. Well done Will, Jasper, Huddo, Toby, Noah, Oli Mac & Oli Wandel on your choice to continue this significant Rite of Passage.

• We celebrated Rylan Firth’s 16^th birthday (21/11) with some delicious cupcakes courtesy of Rylan’s parents Marianne & Colin.

New Year 12’s

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • High School Musical @ PLC on Friday 11^th November
  • Gym Games at Scotch Gym on Friday 25^th November & 2^nd December
  • Golf at Cottesloe Golf Club on Saturday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th November & 3^rd December
  • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 13^th November, Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4^th December
  • Black Panther Movie @ Innaloo on Sunday 13^th November
  • Bring a Mate to Dinner on Thursday 24^th November
  • Paintball on Saturday 26^th November
  • Bubble Soccer on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Pool Swim @ Scotch Pool on Saturday 3^rd December
  • Christmas Shopping @ Westfield Karrinyup on Sunday 4^th December
• Harrison Hammond has put himself just one leg (148.1km) short of becoming a Bib Track “End to Ender”. He completed the 115.6km leg from Inlet Rd (near Broke Inlet) to Peaceful Bay under the guidance of Mr. Peter Tresise (Middle School Teacher) and Miss Amber Flynn (Outdoor Education Assistant). Harry was joined by Lochie, Jett and Azhar from Stirling Clan. One more walk to go Harry!

Year 12 (Leavers 2022)

• Valedictory on Saturday 26^th November and then the Awards Assembly on Friday 2^nd December. I was great to see some of the boys for a final time. Well done on finishing school!

Christmas and Secret Santa

On December 1^st, we had Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall, this was followed with a Secret Santa’s for the three year groups. Many thanks to our 2023 leaders, Lochie, Jensen, Jett & Kaymus for organising. I was lucky enough to be included in the Year 11 SS. A great initiative that made us all laugh!

Final Week Beach Fish and Chips

On Monday 5^th December Richard Hales & I took the entire Senior Boarding House for Fish & Chips at Cottesloe Beach. The weather gods were on our sides, with a sensational 30^oC and a soft easterly blowing.

We departed the house at 5.45pm and returned to Keys House at 7.30pm for Prep. Boys were well fed, played Spikeball on the beach and had a nice refreshing swim! I did manage to take some photos…but getting them all to look at the camera….at the same time…..with the sun and the glare…..

Academic Achievement

Excellence in any area should be celebrated, remembering that each boy is individual. It was pleasing to sit through Friday Assemblies and the Senior School Presentation Ceremony and see boys rewarded for their efforts, Well done guys!

Student Achievements 25 November 2022

ASDAN Certificates

Congratulations to: Kai Allan, William Fairclough and Oliver Macnamara.

 Vocational Education & Training Certificates

Congratulations to:

• Ben Brierley for achieving a Certificate III in Fitness
• Solomon Short for achieving a Certificate II in Music
• Ben Brierley, Harrison Hammond, Lewis Parsons, Myles Ross and Sam Thompson for achieving a Certificate II in Workplace Skills

Prize Winners

Congratulations to the following students who were presented with their prizes at the Senior School Presentation Ceremony on Friday 3^rd December.

SS Presentation Ceremony Prize winners

“An Endeavour Prize is awarded to a student in Year 9, 10 or 11 who is industrious and who consistently demonstrates that they are striving to work to their full potential. The prize is achieved by nominations from at least six teachers in Years 9 and 10 and at least five teachers in Year 11. An Endeavour Prize is superseded by a Subject Prize or a Proficiency Prize.”

 “A Subject Prize is awarded in each subject that runs for the whole year. A student who attends a cross campus class, is in a class with a small cohort or who studies a Diploma course through Pamajo can still win a Subject Prize if their results are of a prize winning standard (at least an A in WACE or a high Grade 6 or 7 in Diploma). In the Diploma program, Subject Prizes are available for Standard Level and Higher Level.”

 “A Proficiency Prize is awarded for a high level of performance across all learning areas. In Year 9 and 10 this is determined by summing the course results achieved by each student and the top 5% receive a Proficiency Prize. In the Diploma program the grades of each student are summed and the students ranked. In the WACE program the school scores for each student’s best five subjects are summed and the students ranked. The top 5% receive a Proficiency prize. The top student in WACE, Diploma and VET programs are awarded Dux.”

 Year 9

Academic Proficiency – Design: STEM

• Mike Liu

Academic Proficiency – Health & Physical Education & Philosophy

• Oscar Male

Year 12

FG Medcalf Proficiency – Mathematics Methods – ATAR (WACE)

• Shunta Numano

Clash of the Clans

Capture the Flag was held on Wednesday 9^th November, it was a great initiative and was thoroughly enjoyed by all boys, well done Jensen for organising.

Paintballing saw Blair with a great win.

The year 10’s fought valiantly but went down to Stirling in the Softball match on Monday 28^th November.

Other News

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

Was held on Friday 2^nd December, with approximately seven families in attendance. It was great to meet some of the new families joining Senior Boarding for 2023, as well as parents of some of our overseas students.

Programs

“Preparing boys for life”, in looking to provide a structured, supportive and caring educational environment in which boys develop skills and attitudes which prepare them to become contributing and caring adults in modern society. This is done through Wellbeing Programs and Life Skills.

Recreational Skippers Ticket

In late November Mr. Alex Wood, Assistant Head of Residence for Blair Clan oversaw the delivery of the Recreational Skippers Ticket to some of our Year 11 & 12 students. Having an RST means legally the owner is eligible to drive a recreational boat.

Your sons can look forward to these programs in 2023.

 Tomorrow Man

The flagship program, “Breaking the Man Code”, question the rules of masculinity creating space for real and honest conversations, is six modules spread over Year 10 and year 11.

Circle Convos

Our year 9 students will undertake Circle Convos with Rev Gary. These are not new to the boys, having done something similar in Middle School Boarding. These conversations create a deep listening experience for our students and provide a forum of acknowledgement as stories are shared by a group of witnesses.

Keys4Life

I will implement the School Drug Education and Road Aware (SDERA) program Keys 4 Life to the Year 10 students. Keys 4 Life is a pre-driver education program that allows students to learn about safe driving and sit their Learner’s Permit Theory Test.

P.A.R.T.Y Program

The Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y) Program is undertaken by our Year 11 students. It is an injury prevention initiative run at Royal Perth Hospital. The program provides useful, relevant information to young people to help them recognise potential injury-causing situations and make informed prevention-oriented choices about activities. It is also designed to help them adopt behaviours and actions that minimise risk.

 City After Dark Tour

The City After Dark Tour is undertaken by our Year 12 students.

After dark, the city changes and the safety risks increase. Young people may be vulnerable to crimes such as theft and assault.

City After Dark (CAD) tours are designed for secondary school students, tertiary students and community youth groups.

Led by a WA Police Officer and a Constable Care Foundation assistant, tours highlight how relatively safe areas during the day become riskier when darkness falls.

Workshop Skills

Mr. Brent Van Ingen-Kal (Design & Technology Teacher) will look to provide some hands on skills in and around home maintenance and DIY skills to boys from year 9-12.

Finally, I wish you all a safe break, enjoy time with your sons, have a merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Andy

 Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Our Year 9’s have got into the swing of things. We welcomed Hugh Fairclough (brother of William in Year 11), back to boarding.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th & 24^th February 
  • Beach Run on Saturday 4^th, Sunday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th February
  • MLC Pool Party @ MLC on Saturday 4^th February
  • Adventure World on Sunday 5^th February
  • Pizza & Games with PLC @ Freshwaters Café on Friday 10^th February
  • Mini-Golf with St. Hilda’s @ Point Walter on Saturday 11^th February
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th February
  • Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Saturday 11^th February
  • Shopping Run to Karrinyup on Saturday 18^th February
  • Ant Man & the Wasp Movie @ The Palace Theatre on Sunday 29^th February (Scotch Rowing Fundraiser)
  • Bounce @ Bounce Cannington on Saturday 25^th February

• The Year 9 Rottnest Camp wraps up today. Boys spent each day in their houses getting to know their House Head and the boys they will spend the next four years with.I had the privilege of attending and running the beach games sessions. Over the five sessions I spent time with each house and got to see the boys in action.

• The boys attended my house for a BBQ dinner on Friday 10^th An opportunity for the boys to meet my family (Jodie my wife, Holly (20) my daughter and my two sons Aubrey (13, Year 8) and Fergus (9, Year 5)). Backyard cricket was such a hit that we took it out onto the oval.

 Year 10

• The year 10 boys have set an excellent standard with their improved approach to their academic endeavours. It has been noted by Mr. Montgomery, and many of our tutors the application and standard these boys are setting on the whole.

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th & 24^th February 
• Beach Run on Saturday 4^th, Sunday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th February
• MLC Pool Party @ MLC on Saturday 4^th February
• Adventure World on Sunday 5^th February
• Pizza & Games with PLC @ Freshwaters Café on Friday 10^th February
• Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th February
• Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Saturday 11^th February
• Mini-Golf with other schools @ Wanneroo Botanic Golf on Friday 17^th February
• Shopping Run to Karrinyup on Saturday 18^th February
• Ant Man & the Wasp Movie @ The Palace Theatre on Sunday 29^th February (Scotch Rowing Fundraiser)
• Bounce @ Bounce Cannington on Saturday 25^th February

• The boys have begun their Keys4Life program, completing Lesson 1 & 2. I expect to be able to announce a date for an online Keys4LifeParent (and Student) information session in the coming week. I encourage you to speak to your son about what they are experiencing within the program.

 Year 11

• Boys have been busy inside the second term of their year 11 courses. Some boys have been preparing for OLNA testing which was undertaken this week.

• Boys were given the option to enjoy the following Recreation activities:

• Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th & 24^th February 
• Beach Run on Saturday 4^th, Sunday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th February
• MLC Pool Party @ MLC on Saturday 4^th February
• Adventure World on Sunday 5^th February
• Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th February
• Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Saturday 11^th February
• Ant Man & the Wasp Movie @ The Palace Theatre on Sunday 29^th February (Scotch Rowing Fundraiser)

• The boys have completed their “Tomorrow Man” program, but will take part in a one-off Pilot, Tomorrow Woman (Her Code), co-facilitated by a female staff member, it is designed for participants to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges of being a woman in 2023. Our sister school PLC participate in the Tomorrow Woman workshops.

Year 12

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• Gym Games in the Scotch Gym on Friday 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th & 24^th February 
• Beach Run on Saturday 4^th, Sunday 12^th, 19^th, 26^th February
• MLC Pool Party @ MLC on Saturday 4^th February
• Adventure World on Sunday 5^th February
• Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 11^th, 18^th, 25^th February
• Driving Range at Wembley Golf Course on Saturday 11^th February
• Ant Man & the Wasp Movie @ The Palace Theatre on Sunday 29^th February (Scotch Rowing Fundraiser)

• Kaymus Brierly has been doing some Lifeguarding over Summer. Kaymus was a part of Royal Lifesaving WA’s “Talent Pool” program, which saw him achieve his First Aid Certificate, Bronze Medallion and Pool Lifeguard Qualifications. It is great to see Kaymus along with Solomon Short (Spring Term) taking initiative to earn qualifications that will allow them to have jobs over the summer months!

• The boys attended the boarding pre-ball function on Saturday 18^th of February before heading off on limousine rides etc…I was lucky enough to attend the Ball as well as the Pre-Ball function.

 PSA Sport

• It was great to see Ben Brierley, Rylan Firth, Harrison Hammond, Hudson Hammond, Cooper Messina all invited to compete in the Swimming Age Group Championships based on their performances at the Interhouse Swimming Carnival.
• Jayden Clarke continues to be a part of the 1^st V Basketball team. They currently sit 4^th on the ladder with 4 wins and 5 losses.

• Jensen Westerman continues to be a part of the 1^st VI Volleyball team. They currently sit in 5^th place with a 3 win and 6 loss record.
• Boys have been involved in plenty of sports, with many playing in 2^nd’s teams for Basketball, Cricket, Tennis and Water Polo.

  Other News

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

It was great to speak to some of the parents of our year 9 boys last week. Look out for a calendar invite for a Whole of Clan Parent Teams Meeting before the end of term.

Thanks

Andy

]]> https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/scotch-boarding/2022/11/10/spring-term-mid-term-update/ Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:14:15 +0000 https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/scotch-boarding/?p=5467 What is often the shortest term, sometimes feel like the longest term with no mid-term break. But we are now more than four weeks in and week one saw our year 13 (year 12 2022) boys celebrate the ending of their official time at Scotch with House and Boarding Dinners, Final Assembly and March Out. We ushered in our “new” Year 10, 11 and 12 students and the responsibilities and privileges that go with those year groups. Our official student leaders (Jensen Westerman and Kaymus Brierly) have stepped into their new roles and we have already had one year group out on Bib Track (I spent 5 days with the Year 10’s earlier this term).

 Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

New Year 10

• We welcomed Jordy Bowden (Kalgoorlie) into Blair Clan. Jordy’s smile can almost be seen from Kalgoorlie.
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Ice Skating on Friday 14^th October
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Saturday 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th October & 5^th November

• • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 16^th, 23^rd, 30^th October & 6^th November
  • BBQ and Games at Senior School on Friday 21^st October
  • Black Adam Movie at Event Cinemas Innaloo on Saturday 22^nd October
  • Karrinyup Shopping Centre Visit on Sunday 23^rd October
  • Fish & Chips with PLC in Fremantle on Friday 28^th October
  • Halloween Disco at Aquinas on Friday 4^th November
  • Perth 4WD Show on Sunday 6^th November
  • WBBL Scorchers v Strikers @ Lilac Hill on Sunday 6^th November

• The year 9 boys continued with their fortnightly activity entitled “Circle Convos”. Run by Reverend Gary van Heerden. We heard from John McGinniss.

• Boys completed the Swamp Oak to Harris Dam leg (5 days, 98.8km) of the Bibbulmun Track from Sunday 16th to Thursday 20^th October. I had the privilege of walking this leg with the boys, as a clan. I was so impressed with the attitude, effort, comradeship of this group of boys! I loved being out there with them, and both myself and Mr. Johan Schroeder had an absolute ball. The boys have only one more compulsory walk before the Bib Track becomes optional. The next leg will see them go past the halfway point from Kalamunda to Albany. More photos are available via vidgami.

New Year 11

• We welcomed Rylan Firth (Dubai), David Shen (China) and Donnacha Spencer (Hong Kong) into Blair Clan. The three boys have provided much value and involvement into many of the school and boarding activities so far.
• Boys have begun their final courses of study with a vast array of choice, covering International Baccalaureate, ATAR and the Alternative Academic Pathway (AAP). I am fully supportive of boys choosing courses that are enjoyable and challenging to them, individual choices are important as is each boy achieving at their “own” best.
  • Some have started classes off campus as part of Vocational Education and Training Certificate courses. Needing to organise their time in order to catch public transport to and from their education centres. Further improving their life skills.

• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:

• • Ice Skating on Friday 14^th October
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th October & 5^th November

• • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Saturday 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th October & 5^th November
  • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 16^th, 23^rd, 30^th October, 6^th November
  • BBQ and Games at Senior School on Friday 21^st October
  • Black Adam Movie at Event Cinemas Innaloo on Saturday 22^nd October
  • Karrinyup Shopping Centre Visit on Sunday 23^rd October
  • Fish & Chips with PLC in Fremantle on Friday 28^th October
  • Perth 4WD Show on Sunday 6^th November
  • WBBL Scorchers v Strikers @ Lilac Hill on Sunday 6^th November

• I spent Friday the 21^st of October with Jordan Owenell in Bunbury, and Saturday 22^nd at the Brunswick Show for Scotch on the Road. It was great to see the Pipe band performing. Well done Oli Wandel.

• We celebrated Keion’s Birthday with a special cake and treats courtesy of the Mongoo family. Keion made sure to share these with his friends and the staff on duty!

• The boys have now completed their “Tomorrow Man” program, completing Module 6 (Write Your Own Code). I encourage you to speak to your son about what they are experiencing within the program. Their maturity in the Tomorrow Man workshops so far has been impressive, and that is why we (Scotch) have been asked to be a part of a one off pilot, where the boys will be involved in one session of the “Tomorrow Woman (Her Code)” with the aim for participants to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges of being a woman in 2023. This is scheduled for late March 2023. The Objectives:

• Explore the current female stereotype and expectations placed on young women in today’s society.
• Understand the challenges + impact of these narrow and unrealistic expectations.
• Build empathy for and understanding of the female experience.
• Identify actions to support women in their lives and at school + the ways to become a strong ally to women

New Year 12

• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:

• • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Saturday 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th October & 5^th November
  • Cottesloe Beach Run on Sunday 16^th, 23^rd, 30^th October, 6^th November
  • BBQ and Games at Senior School on Friday 21^st October
  • Black Adam Movie at Event Cinemas Innaloo on Saturday 22^nd October
  • Karrinyup Shopping Centre Visit on Sunday 23^rd October
  • Perth 4WD Show on Sunday 6^th November
  • WBBL Scorchers v Strikers @ Lilac Hill on Sunday 6^th November

• The boys attended my house for a BBQ dinner on Friday 12th October. The second time these boys have been guests at our place. Some great conversations.
• 

Year 13 (Leavers 2022)

• I would like to start by thanking all the boys for being so welcoming to me in my new role.
  • Special Thanks to Tyler Messina in his role as Clan Leader (Vice-Captain of Boarding). Not an easy role, but Tyler has made strong contributions to many of the activities within boarding (Assemblies, Clan games, Ag Day etc..)
• The final Boarding Dinner was a great night, it was nice to see so many family members present, and it was an honour to speak to and about the boys. My final quote, attributed to Patrick Johnson from his chapter (#23) entitled “My Life’s Voyage in the book Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia centred around the quest for Kaartdijin (the Noongar word for knowledge).

“Don’t fear the unknown. We are the creators of our own destiny. We can empower ourselves through education and knowledge to determine our own paths. Choose a life you want for yourself, and lead by example to empower yourself and the next generation.”

• Well done to the remaining WACE & IB boys who have been going about their business with dedication over the last four weeks. Best wishes for the future!

Academic Achievement

It was very pleasing to sit in assembly in October and hear the names of our boys who are making the most of their academic opportunities. Well done guys!

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2022/10/14/student-achievements-14-october-2022/ 

Australian Mathematics Competition
Congratulations to:

• Mike Liu, Xavier Risinger, Jate Vanasin who achieved a Distinction
• Shunta Numano who achieved a High Distinction.

Engineers Australia Certificates of Excellence

Congratulations to:

• Shunta Numano

Vocational Education & Training Certificates

Congratulations to:

• Coen Livingstone & Tyler Messina for achieving a Certificate II in Hospitality
• Jahlil Haji Noor-Fuller, Coen Livingstone & Sam McGinniss for achieving a Certificate IV in Business

Certificate of Academic Excellence

Congratulations to the following students on achieving a Certificate of Academic Excellence for Semester Two.

Year 9

These students were presented with their award at Senior School Assembly on Friday 28^th October.

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2022/10/28/student-achievements-28-october-2022/

• Mike Liu
• Oscar Male
• Xavier Risinger

Co-Curricular Colours & Honours

These students were presented with their awards at Senior School Assembly on Friday 14^th October

https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/senior-school/2022/10/14/co-curricular-colours-honours-14-october-2022/

Congratulations to:

• Coen Livingstone who was awarded Honours for Football.

Coen Livingstone, Year 12 Alexander House
Coen debuted in the 1^st XVIII Football team in 2021. He made a significant contribution towards the College winning the Alcock Shield in both 2021 and 2022, earning Colours each year.

His developed skills and confidence over the past year saw Coen elevated to the State 18 Football team, where he played several games as a younger squad member.

Coen finished 2022 with a rating average of 4.67 out of six, including two best on ground performances. An untimely injury early in the season resulted in Coen missing games for the state side. This impacted upon his count in the Cyril Hoft Medal for which he would otherwise have been a competitive contender.

Coen dominated games in the air against key opposition players. He was the dominant ruckman in the competition and with his agility and competitive nature, at times he followed up his own ruck taps to win clearances. In the forward line, his powerful marking created set shots and he ably brought other forwards into the game.

Coen is a deserving recipient of Honours for achievement in Football.

• Tyler Messina & Kody Waters who were awarded WR Dickinson Colours for Leadership

PSA Sport

• Congratulations to:
  • Jayden Clarke who made his 1^st V Basketball debut against Guildford in the opening round of the season.
  • Oliver Wandel who made his 1^st VIII Tennis debut against CCGS in round 3.
  • Jensen Westerman who has been appointed Vice-Captain of the 1^st VI Volleyball team.
  • Jaezari Wynne has also been a member of the 1^st V Basketball team.
• We have had plenty of boys filling the various sports, with many playing in 2^nd’s teams for Basketball, Cricket, Tennis and Water Polo as well as many boys training and competing in the Swimming team and Rowing crews.

 Other News

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

 I have scheduled a new Year 11 Parent meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 16^th November, and I will plan to hold one more meeting this term for all parents. Probably mid Week 8.

Thanks

Andy

]]> https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/scotch-boarding/2022/09/23/blair-clan-end-of-term-update-winter-term-2022/ Fri, 23 Sep 2022 02:39:06 +0000 https://home.scotch.wa.edu.au/scotch-boarding/?p=5281 What a hectic end to the academic year that was! Here’s what your sons have been up to in boarding:

Year 9

• Hard to believe these boys will be Year 10’s in a few weeks. Bib Track Week 2 of Spring Term!
• We farewell Jamie Bowie from boarding, Jamie will continue as a day boy at Scotch. Jamie, as someone who has embraced all facets of life at Scotch, will be missed.

• We welcome one new boy into Blair Clan next term, thanks to Mike for taking on the role of “buddy” for our new boy as he transitions to Scotch Boarding:

• • Jordy Bowden from Kalgoorlie
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Roller-skating @ Morley Rollerdrome on Friday 26^th August
  • Shopping @ Karrinyup Carousel on Sunday 28^th August
  • Games Evening with PLC on Friday 2^nd September
  • Mixed Netball Night with PLC, Hale & St. Mary’s @ St. Mary’s on Friday 9^th September
  • Bullet Train @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 11^th September
  • Claremont Farmers Market @ Mt. Claremont PS on Saturday 17^th September
  • Neon Glow Beach Volleyball on Saturday 17^th September
  • Cottesloe beach Run on Sunday 18^th September
• The year 9 boys continued with their fortnightly activity entitled “Circle Convos”. Run by Reverend Gary van Heerden, although we only had one after the mid-term break. This time we heard from Jarrad Coppen.

Year 10

• Year 11 and new pathways are just weeks away. If you have any queries regarding your sons course selection, please speak firstly with your sons House Head and Mr. Brad Watson (Pathways & Careers Advisor).
• We welcome three new boys into Blair Clan next term, thanks to Hudson, Noah & Oli Wandel for taking on the role of “buddy” for these new boys as they transition to Scotch Boarding:
  • Rylan Firth from Dubai
  • David Shen from China
  • Donnacha Spencer from Singapore
• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Roller-skating @ Morley Rollerdrome on Friday 26^th August
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 27^th August, 3^rd & 10^th September
  • Shopping @ Karrinyup Carousel on Sunday 28^th August
  • River Cruise with St. Hilda’s on Saturday 3^rd September
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 9^th September
  • Bullet Train @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 11^th September
  • Claremont Farmers Market @ Mt. Claremont PS on Saturday 17^th September
  • Neon Glow Beach Volleyball on Saturday 17^th September
  • Cottesloe beach Run on Sunday 18^th September
• Module 4 (Men Choose) & 5 (Showing Up) as part of the “Tomorrow Man” program was completed on Monday 29^th August & Monday 13^th September.

• Year 10 Boys as part of their curriculum at Scotch elect to attend a one week camp, with the final group of students enjoying one of the following camps in the final week of term:
  • Cape to Cape (one section of the Cape Leeuwin to Cape Naturaliste trail)
    • Peter Taylor
  • Caving & Climbing (Margaret River Region)
    • Clem Hardie
  • Mountain Biking @ Moray
    • Jasper Good
    • Toby Jones
    • Noah McCreery
• The following students attended their camp in the third week of July:
  • Sea Kayaking
    • Kai Allan
    • Hudson Hammond
  • Whale Shark Diving
    • Will Fairclough
    • Oliver Macnamara
    • Oliver Wandel

Year 11

• Year 12 officially starts Spring Term, Monday of Week 2. During Week 1, boys will take part in a seminar around the importance of sleep, managing their time and devices, as well as in induction on the Scotch College Boarding House Gymnasium. Once parental approval is received, boys will enjoy further privileges. I stress the word “privilege” as they must fulfill their responsibilities to keep their privileges.
• Boys enjoyed the following Recreation activities:
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 27^th August, 3^rd & 10^th September
  • Shopping @ Karrinyup Carousel on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 9^th September
  • Bullet Train @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 11^th September
  • Claremont Farmers Market @ Mt. Claremont PS on Saturday 17^th September
  • Cottesloe beach Run on Sunday 18^th September
• Boys completed the final module (10 – Write Your Own Code) as part of the “Tomorrow Man” program on Wednesday 31^st August. Now that this program is completed, please take the time to ask your son some questions, in particular what we refer to as second and third questions (hopefully they can explain what second & third questions are!).
• Having had COVID-19, illness, restrictions & precautions disrupt our ability to spend time as groups, it was pleasing to be able to take the Year 11’s out to breakfast late this term. We had breakfast at C Blu Restaurant. My apologies to Lewis Parsons who missed out as he needed to get to work experience.

• Congratulations to the following boys on their appointment to leadership positions for 2023:
  • Boarding
    • Jensen Westerman – Vice Captain of Boarding – Senior Residence (Blair Clan Leader)

• • • Kaymus Brierly – Vice Captain of Boarding – Middle School Residence

Year 12

• AAP Students only March Out & Valedictory to go……
• WACE & IB Students only March Out, WACE/IB Exams & Valedictory to go…..
• Boys enjoyed Recreation activities:
  • Golf @ Cottesloe Golf Course on Saturday 27^th August, 3^rd & 10^th September
  • Shopping @ Karrinyup Carousel on Sunday 28^th August
  • Driving Range @ Wembley Golf Course Friday 9^th September
  • Bullet Train @ Event Cinemas Innaloo on Sunday 11^th September
  • Claremont Farmers Market @ Mt. Claremont PS on Saturday 17^th September
  • Cottesloe beach Run on Sunday 18^th September
• Having had COVID-19, illness, restrictions & precautions disrupt our ability to spend time as groups, it was pleasing to be able to take the Year 12’s out to breakfast late this term. We had breakfast at C Blu Restaurant. My apologies as I forgot to take a photo…..
• I’d like to extend my thanks to Tyler Messina and Kody Waters for their leadership and organization of Boarding Events, and to Coen Livingstone and Sam McGinniss who at times put chipped in to help with Boarder’s Council activities and events.

Co-Curricular

PSA Sport

Congratulations to:

• Xavier Risinger who was awarded the Coaches Award for the 9A Soccer team.
• Oscar Male who won the Coaches Award for the Middle School A Hockey team. Oscar was also awarded Colours for Hockey as a member of the 1^st XI Hockey team.
• Coen Livingstone, Tyler Messina & Jaezari Wynne who were awarded Colours for Football as members of the 1^st XVIII Football team.
• Shunta Numano who was awarded Colours for Soccer as a member of the 1^st XI Soccer team.

Congratulations to:

• Jayden Clarke, Jarred Coppen, Hudson Hammond, Oscar Male, Tyler Messina & Jensen Westerman who were all members of the Winning Alcock Shield Interschool Athletics team.

The Arts: Media

Congratulations to:

• Clem Hardie for his involvement in the Director’s Cut Media Night on Thursday 8^th

Community Service

Congratulations to:

• Rio Bowling who was awarded Colours for Community Service from Winter Term.

Art

Tuesday 6^th September saw the annual Senior School Art and Design Exhibition Opening Night, where the Stairwell Gallery is utilised to display the 2022 exhibition, combining both traditional and innovative mediums and technology as it reflects our diverse range of students’ identities.

I particularly enjoyed seeing the excellent work from the Blair Clan boys:

Music

Solomon Short, as part of his Certificate II in Music performed with his band created within his class at “Scotch Rocks” on Thursday 1^st September at the Rosemount Hotel. Solomon and his band put on a good show.

Ag Day

What a huge build up, after initially being cancelled. The event ran concurrently with the Interhouse Athletics Carnival, a necessity after inclement weather forced the change of date from June. Thank you so much to all parents who donated time and produce, it just added to a great day. There are plenty of photos available on vidigami here.

Interhouse Sport

The weather held off long enough for the boys to enjoy the athletics carnival on Friday 27^th August. Keys house was successful with many of the Blair Clan boys involved across multiple disciplines.

Photos on vidigami are available here.

Clash of the Clans

After entering the final two competitions trailing Stirling Clan 10-12, I am pleased to confirm that wins in Clan Golf, Hudson Hammond, Toby Jones, Oliver Wandel, Tyler Messina & Sam McGinniss, and the Boarding Quiz night, means we are successful in Winning the Clash of Clans for 2022.

 Other News

 Madalah Leadership Camp

TJ & Kaymus attended the Madalah Leadership camp from Thursday 11^th to Sunday 14^th of August at Yamaji Burna, with the aim to connect young aspirant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, so they can continue to grow into leaders for the next generation.

Click for a YouTube video.

Blair Clan Teams Meeting

The 7.45pm Monday 29^th August whole clan parent catch up had several parents attend, including Ann Vanasin, mother of Jate, who started in Winter Term in Year 9. It was great to have experienced parents speak with Ann regarding some of her queries. The plan for Spring term will be to try again for the evening timeslot, firstly for our Academic Year 11 parents (2024 Leavers) before the end of week 4 and for a whole clan parent meeting before week 7. Look out for the invites in your email inbox.

As always please feel free to flick myself an email, text, or give me a buzz, if I don’t answer it’s likely I am teaching. I will get back to you when I can.

Academic Assistance

A reminder, if you identify or believe your son may need specific academic assistance, please speak directly with Mr. Alex Wood (Assistant Head of Residence – Blair Clan) and CC me in. Alex oversees our academic tutors. While we do our best to monitor their academic achievements, sometimes boys will divulge information to you their parents, and as much as I preach strength in adversity, asking for help is a sign of strength, we know men in particular like to think they can solve their own problems themselves.

We have available Monday to Thursday up to four academic tutors as well as three boarding mentors to assist during Prep time.

Alex’s email is alex.wood@scotch.wa.edu.au

Year 11 & 12 Mock Examinations

We enter the first week of the October Holidays with most boys having completed their examinations. However, the house is still open and staffed (until Friday 1^st October) as the last few year 12’s complete their WACE & IB mock examinations, and their WACE Practical Examinations.

Start of Spring Term Dates

• Monday 10^th October – Incoming Year 12 (Leavers 2023) Student Leaders Return to Boarding
• Tuesday 11^th October – Incoming Student Leaders’ Induction
• Tuesday 11^th October – Return to Boarding for all other Senior School students
• Wednesday 12^th & Thursday 13^th October Student Conferences and Examination Hand back
• Wednesday 12^th October – Year 12 House Dinners
• Thursday 13^th October – Year 12 Boarder’s Farewell Dinner
• Friday 14^th October – Final Assembly & March Out
• Sunday 16^th October – Year 9 (Year 10 2023) Bib Track Walk Departs
• Monday 17^th October – Year 10, Year 11 & Year 12 Classes for 2023 Begin

My thoughts are with those of you who did not have the opportunity to spend time with your sons over this October Holiday period. Stay safe!

Thanks

Andy