as they head into the Senior Women's soccer grand final this weekend. Head down to Jelbart Park Sunday afternoon to see the girls in action.

Digital technology and an array of entertainment and information options have changed some of our daily habits.  We at Xavier High School would like our students to understand that reading books is still an important part of life and should be a highly valued practise. Studies have shown reading improves academic performance, emotional intelligence, creativity and empathy. At Xavier High School we are consciously creating time for your children to read for pleasure.  This is taking place twice a week (Usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays), in Homerooms where students are being given time to read in silence. Staff are also participating to role model the practise.

How can you as a parent assist in encouraging your child to read?

Four principles that influence the development of a reading culture include: student choice, access to interesting books, not incentivising reading for pleasure, and parent modelling.

Student choice in text selection is integral, as researchers Christina Clark and Kate Rumbold say, “there [is] a positive relationship between choice and affective aspects of reading, such as motivation”.

As well as utilising library resources, some homerooms have a selection of novels that students can choose from.  Students are also encourage to bring a novel, newspaper or magazine from home.

Please be advised that some staff are absent at this time. If you would like to speak to any of the absent teachers, please email them directly to arrange a mutually suitable time.

Please CLICK HERE to make a booking

Come along to hear the major works of our 2018 HSC Human Society students

Expression of Interest forms and course details are available from Student Reception. Applications must be completed and returned to the Front Office by Monday, September 24. Submissions after this date will not be eligible to apply for a position.

This weekend we are are hosting a come and try day for Students and parents.

Our FATHERING WITH PURPOSE 3 day program is for young men aged 12-15 & their father or a male guardian. Through a series of adventure activities, an overnight hike, campfire conversations & some classified 'SECRET MEN'S BUSINESS' the program aims to empower dad's to guide and raise real men. This will be an opportunity to get away, share stories & create memories in the beautiful Victorian High Plains.

At this stage we believe the first round of cricket commences in mid October 2018. We are again fielding teams in U12's, U14's and U16's. 

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO IF I WANT TO PLAY CRICKET? 
The answer is simple - register online at www.playcricket.com.au by searching for postcode 2640 and selecting St Patrick's Cricket Club. Please register as an "existing participant". If you don't know your Participant ID then you can do a search via the "forgotten your login detail" link and then search for your name from the menu in the MyCricket pop-up screen. 

We will also be running our registration day as usual and we will have laptops and ipads available to assist with the online registration process. This will be held at the St Pat's Clubrooms in Fallon Street (the old Scout Hall) between 9:00am and midday this Saturday, 15 September 2018. 

The training times in the various age groups have not yet been set. Coaches will advise when and where training will be for your team. If you know of anyone who is able to assist with coaching, umpiring, scoring etc please let us know. 

TEAMS FOR 2017/18 SEASON 
We are fielding teams in the following age groups: 
Under 12's Under 14's Under 16's 

To qualify for each of the above age groups, you need to be under that age as at 1 September 2017. For example, to play under 14's this season, you can't turn 14 until after 1 September 2018. Proof of age will be required for all new players to the Club. 

WHAT DOES IT COST? 
The cost to the Club to field a junior team costs in the order of $1,000 per team each season. 

Rego fees for the coming season are: 
Under 14's and Under 16's $145 per player for the season 
Under 12's $135 per player for the season 

If you would like to order a St Pat's playing shirt - white with green trim (cost of $35), you can do this as part of the online registration process and also on registration day. Please make payment with your registration. 

Active Kids vouchers can be redeemed during the registration process. 

We are also continuing the use of an iPhone and iPad app called "Team App". This will be used by team coaches to communicate with players and parents about training, match information etc. You just need to go to the app store and download "Team App". Once installed, search for "St Pats CC - Juniors" and add that page. It may take a little time to get things set up fully so please be patient. 

If you know of anyone looking to play cricket for St Pat's this coming season, please feel free to pass on this email. 

Murray United FC are again running the Soccer Skills Clinic during the holiday period at Yackandandah and Wodonga/Albury.

CLICK HERE to register

Come and try Foxtels Touch 7"s Rugby today

 BD is the premier event for pop culture fans on the border and surrounds.  Held each year, it has a show floor packed with exhibitors, great celebrities, cosplay competitions, anime workshops, family fun, multiple panel events and more.  It is your chance to dress up (or not) and enjoy the fun atmosphere of amazing characters and costumes.

BD is hosted by the Rotary Club of Albury Wodonga Sunrise.  It follows in the footsteps of Oz Comic-Con and Supernova, which are held in Melbourne and Sydney respectively, and caters to all things geeky!  In 2018 it is Wodonga’s turn to act as host. The inside space of The Cube will have a great range of stall holders many of whom reside locally.  Here you will be able to find all about the Pop Culture activities from gaming to comics as well as cosplay to animation within the Albury Wodonga and broader region.  Plus R2D2 and his Storm Trooper mates from 501st Legion will be scooting around greeting guests and excited to see anyone in a Star Wars costume.

Excited to get back after his tour of the UK our MC, actor and stand-up comedian Rob Lloyd, will be returning for the third year of Border Dimensions. His funny and entertaining 'nerd trivia' a great hit in previous years, will be a highlight.  Along with Rob the fun and entertainment will continue with our special guest “BAJO” (Steven O'Donnell). Bajo, which is Steven’s gamer tag, was formerly the host of the ABC gaming show "Good Game". He is currently a twitch streamer, actor, author and video game critic.  Bajo will be doing signings along with a Q&A panel session. There will be junior and adult cosplay competition for those who like to dress up.

Along with all the amazing stallholders Anime sessions will give you a chance to participate and share your skills with other budding artists.  In conjunction with Anime, Chris Kennett, will explain his role as an illustrator and be available to sign his latest books especially the Star Wars "Golden Books" series.  The courtyard of the Cube’s will have the team from ‘Sword Craft’ demonstrate live action medieval outfits and fight scenes.

Border Dimensions is on at the The Cube 118 Hovell St, Wodonga on Saturday 6th October from 10.00am to 4.00pm. (early registration from 9.30am). Entry is $15.00 ($2 for under-8’s with a parent). There are no other charges once inside apart from what you purchase at the various stalls. Information and ticket details are available at www.borderdimensions.com 

Code Club will be running 5 x 45 minute lessons throughout the day on Thursday, 20th September. 

Please register your interest here.We will be at Henty for ONE day only, so don't miss out!

This workshop will teach Scratch and is suitable for kids aged 8-14. Parents will need to sign a photo release.

Email nicola@codeclubau.org with any questions!

Bring your pets and photos for the pet show and have your beloved pet blessed