Term 1, Issue 03 | Siena College
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Term 1, Issue 03

April

newsletter

From the Principal

Elizabeth Hanney

Principal

We have much to give thanks for as we conclude Term 1. Congratulations and thank you to every member of the community for such a smooth and positive start to 2023. Great things taking place across every aspect of our community!

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Learning and Teaching

Donna Laughlin

Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching

Updates from the Learning and Teaching Faculty.

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Celebrating Harmony Week

Antonella Rosati

Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching

Harmony Week is a celebration held annually in March across Australia. It is aimed at promoting diversity, respect and inclusiveness. This event is an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about different cultures, traditions and customs.

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Term 1 Wrap Up

Minna Jewell

Deputy Principal Wellbeing

As Term 1 draws to a close, we have an opportunity to reflect on the positive inroads we have made towards being the best possible versions of ourselves in 2023 through participation in whole school Wellbeing programs.

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Student Formation

Peta Mackintosh

Head of Student Formation

House Captains' reflections on the Swim and Dive Carnival and Caritas' Project Compassion fundraising efforts.

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Siena’s Night of Jazz

Kerryn McGillen

Director of Music

A highlight of the College calendar, Siena’s Night of Jazz returns to the Manningham Hotel for 2023. Once again, the Grand Ballroom will transform into Siena’s own Jazz Club, and we invite families and friends of the Siena community to book tickets and enjoy this special event.

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2023 Top Class Drama and Alexander McQueen Exhibition

Sandra Siapantas

Teacher

Highlights from the 2023 Top Class Drama and Alexander McQueen exhibition.

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Maths Anxiety

Nick Roussidis

Head of Mathematics

The concept of maths anxiety has become more prevalent among young children and adolescents, which can often minimise the opportunity for students to achieve success in maths.

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Year 11 English Study Design

Punita Mistry

Head of English

Our Year 11s have been engaging with the new English Study Design, which requires them to explore a framework of ideas and write creatively in many contemporary forms.

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Italian and French at Siena

Tina Di Camillo

Leader of Pedagogy

Updates from the Languages department.

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Alumnae News

Imma Boubouras

Alumnae Coordinator

We will be hosting the annual Siena Alumnae and Student Gathering on Thursday, 4 May at 5.30pm. We are thrilled to see our community grow and thrive across generations.

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Introducing Kylie Clements

Tracey Lawson

We are delighted to welcome Kylie Clements to Siena College as our new Head of Admissions, commencing at the start of Term 2.

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Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund Applications Now Open!

Laurie Federico

Head of Finance and Services

Applications for the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) are now open, you may be eligible for a $1,000 fee discount!

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