Even though we are still very much in 2023, Term 3 is also a time when we begin planning and preparing for 2024. We are currently in the midst of 2024 teacher recruitment, student subject selections and finalising enrolments. While we are close to capacity at many year levels, we have a small number of vacancies across the College - if you or anyone you know is looking to secure enrolment for 2024, you are encouraged to contact Annemarie Mein, College Registrar, as soon as possible.  

We are looking forward to some big events in the coming weeks, with Intercol in Week 5 and the Centenary Gala on 2 September. If you haven’t had the opportunity to purchase your tickets to the Gala as yet, you only have a few weeks to go before ticket sales close! If you have any questions about table allocations or ticket purchases, please get in contact with our Development Office. 

This week, our Prefects hosted Blue Week to help raise awareness of men’s mental health, including depression and anxiety. The week’s activities aimed to create positive change in the way students approach the topic of mental health, encouraging them to check in with others and reducing the stigma attached to asking for help.  

Students were treated to a BBQ on Monday, with blue wrist bands and shoelaces being sold in the Valley from Monday to Thursday. Blue ribbons tied to trees around campus served as a reminder of the week’s purpose. The Middle Years and Senior Years Bloke’s Chats at lunchtime provided a space for students to initiate conversations, and the affirmation activity this morning was a meaningful way for students to write positive messages to their classmates. The highlight of the week was at lunchtime today, when our Prefects won their friendly netball match against the Loreto Student Executive! All funds raised from Blue Week activities will be sent to Beyond Blue.

Our four students involved in the Charter Ambassador Program and Mr Evan Pezos this week received official invitations to attend a reception, hosted by Her Excellency the Honorable Frances Adamson AC Governor of SA for the Child Development Council’s Charter Ambassadors at Government House this September.  

As Charter Ambassadors, these students have had the opportunity to say what the young people of South Australia need to be safe, happy and well, influence change and learn new skills. By working collaboratively with peers from across the state as well as with members of government, they, along with past Rostrevor Ambassadors have been instrumental in helping guide policy direction. These students are also representing the College at the Child Development Council, Health & Wellbeing Summit at the Adelaide Zoo next week. 

Under the baton of Maestro Luke Dollman, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra took Elder Hall at the University of Adelaide on a melodic journey through Copland's and Schubert's musical works on Wednesday. Rostrevor’s Senior music students enjoyed a unique opportunity to witness musical mastery up close, gaining valuable insights into the art of orchestral performance. This experience enriched their musical understanding and served as a source of inspiration, with some students visiting the University of Adelaide for the first time.

Hear from Year 12 boarding student, Darci Best on the recent Stage 2 Outdoor Education trip: 

For Our Stage 2 Self-reliant camp, our class travelled down to Renmark, where we were able to take advantage of the riverways. The goal for the trip was to be as independent as possible, by organising and completing the trip without teachers’ help. The days were mostly spent kayaking along the planned route, and nights consisted of camping and cooking on the riverbank. The overall experience helped build connections within the group and our knowledge of the outdoors, and was a memorable camping trip.

Congratulations to all our students who travelled to Balaklava on Friday last week to perform at the annual Eisteddfod. Read Head of Arts Faculty Peter Waterman’s recount of the event below.  

The stage was set, the anticipation was palpable, and the atmosphere was electrifying as the annual Balaklava Band Eisteddfod showcased the remarkable talents of some Rostrevor College ensembles...READ MORE 

The Year 6 Leadership team were hosted by St Paul’s College for their EREA Primary Leaders Day yesterday, where they were given the chance to brainstorm and collaborate with each other. They discussed different charities and organisations that they could fundraise money for, focusing on the questions; 'why do we choose this charity/organisation?' and 'what would the money go towards?'.

The 2022 Annuals have landed at Rostrevor! One Annual was given to each of last year’s families this morning. If your family has not yet received an Annual, please encourage your son to speak with his PC teacher to organise one.

We invite our Junior Years Fathers & Special Friends to join us on Thursday 31 August for the annual Colour Run on Bungalow Oval from 2.00pm. Further information will be emailed to families early next week. 

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist with the official Intercol BBQ including preparing, cooking and serving on Saturday 26 August. The College will provide and setup all equipment, however assistance with clean-up on the day would be greatly appreciated. Please note the finalised fixtures will be published in the coming weeks, but you can view a draft schedule HERE to assist with your own planning. We kindly ask volunteers to commit to one time slot only.  

To register as a volunteer for the Intercol BBQ on Saturday 26 August, please click HERE. 

When: Wednesday 16 August, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 
Cost: Free 

In this webinar, Elevate Education will be discussing: 

• Technology addiction and how to reduce technology dependence  
• Practical strategies and apps to?minimise procrastination  
• How to help your child?use technology productively?to?enhance?their learning  

Registration is essential. REGISTER HERE 

Families are reminded that Friday 1 September is a Pupil Free Day for Parent-Teacher-Student interviews. Information about the interviews will be sent directly to families. 

Congratulations to our First XVIII Football team on their win over PAC on the weekend - our first win against the College since 2016! The game was a nail-biter, with Jacob Newton (Year 11) kicking the final goal of the game with three seconds left on the clock, winning the game by two points (13-6 84 to 12-10 82)! Well done to Orlando Turner (Year 12) who kicked an impressive four goals for the game.

The results from the First V and Open B basketball matches against Pembroke School last weekend were a mixed bag. While our First V were unable to pull ahead, ending the game with 39 points to 64, our Open B team ended their tightly contested game on top, scoring 50 points to Pembroke’s 44.

Well done to our Year 7/8 Football team who won both of their opening round games in the School Sports SA Knockout competition on Wednesday with impressive displays of aerial ability and intelligent game play.  

• Game 1: Rostrevor 10-16 76, Norwood International High School 1-1 7 
• Game 2: Rostrevor 10-3 63, Banksia Park International High School 3-2 20 

Well done to all of our Junior School students who represented Rostrevor at the South Australian Catholic Primary School Sports Association Cross Country competition in the city yesterday! The race started from CBC’s Parklands oval before stretching 2km through Park 15, where our boys ran with around 2500 other students from 60 South Australian schools.