Their last exam is on Friday November 9.  Their Graduation Mass and Cocktail Evening will take place on Tuesday November 13 and I  look forward to celebrating the achievements of our Class of 2018 with all those in attendance. Details of the event have been forwarded to all Year 12 students and their families.

As part of the sesquicentenary of the arrival of the Sisters of Mercy in Albury in 1868 and the Christian Brothers in 1917, there is small display of memorabilia in our office foyer depicting the early days of St Joseph’s Ladies College and Aquinas.  Please feel free to come and look at a very small snippet of our history.

Today staff celebrated World Teachers Day with a morning tea. Fundraising by the way of purchasing badges signifying ways in which teachers make a difference went towards the Make-A-Wish Australia foundation.

Over sixty five Year 9 students nominated to be part of our Peer Support Program in 2019.  I thank all students who nominated and congratulate the forty five students who were successful in being a leader within the program commencing in the new year.

A reminder that Term 4 will conclude for all students on Friday, December 14 at 3.20pm. As it is a normal school day all students are required to be at school for their regular classes and events.  The following week staff will be involved with professional development finishing their year on Wednesday, December 19.

2019 commences for students in Years 7, 10, 11 and 12 on Thursday, January 31 and Years 8 and 9 on Friday, February 1.

I encourage you to take the time to view the video message from our Assistant Principals Mrs Nicole Morton and Mrs Lorraine Willis.  This brief video provides a snapshot of Xavier High School over the past week.

Cosi

When: Friday 26 & Saturday 27 October, Friday 2 & Saturday 3 November, all sessions 7.30pm

Where: Albury Wodonga Theatre Company, 234 Olive St, Albury

Price: $25 Adult, $20 Concession/Student/Child, $160 Group 8+, $80 Family

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Albury Wodonga Theatre Company present
Cosi by Louis Nowra

One of the most famous modern Australian plays and movies, Cosi is set in 1971 in a burnt-out theatre adjoining a mental institution in Melbourne, and tells the story of an unconventional production of Mozart’s opera CosìFan Tutte. Lewis, a recent University graduate, finds himself employed to direct a play with a group of patients in a mental institution. Lewis’ University education has not prepared him for such a demanding task; a challenge increased by the explosive blend of personalities within the group. The characters’ relationships are the basis for the tensions and conflicts of the play but are also responsible for much of Così’s humour.

After a few years out of the competition, Scots won the toss and elected to bowl.

Ethan Moore (26) and Tyler Roberson (13) got Xavier off to a good start with a 38 run opening stand before Tyler fell to a sharp catch. This brought Eddie Keogh (26) to the crease who took the game on from ball one. After riding his luck he was trapped in front by a ball which stayed low.

Patrick Parnell (51) and Liam Parkinson (60) batted superbly to add 118 to the total and put Xavier in an extremely strong position. Zach Lassey (16), Euriah Hollard (12), Liam Rhodes (4*) and Sam Azzi (8*) did a wonderful job to finish the innings off and get the score to 246 off the allotted 40 overs.

Following the lunch break, Scots commenced their innings and were in early trouble with Sam Azzi (1 for 14) and Kaelan Bradtke (2 for 5) creating havoc early. They were extremely well supported by Kai Davies (1 for 10), Ethan Moore (1 for 6) and Zach Lassey (4 for 6) who cleaned up the tail. Scots were eventually bowled out 86 after 30 overs.

The boys now move into the second round of the Rixon Cup against an opponent still to be decided. We wish them the best of luck as they look to defend their title.

A big thank you to the Scots School for their hospitality in hosting on the day.

Andrew Gibson

Rixon Cup Coach

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School returns on January 31 for Years 7, 10, 11 and 12. Students in Years 8 & 9 will return, Friday Feburary 1.

Term 1 will finish on Friday, April 12.

Please note that the school office will re-open on Monday, January 21.

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to access the 'William John McGrath Youth Scholarship' Fund which aims to provide financial support and encouragement to students to access resources and opportunities to excel at Xavier High School. This scholarship will be administered by Sacred Heart Parish and includes financial assistance with the costs of education up to $500 per year ( a maximum of $2000 over four years) excluding the payment of school fees. Application forms for the 'William John McGrath Scholarship' can be found here and must be received by October 31, 2018. Any inquiries may be directed to Mr Brown.

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You can fix them at the Repair Cafe. Check out the flyer for more details

Hosted by popular Network Ten Presenter Liv Phyland, and former Saturday Disney host, Teigan Nash,these workshops have been sweeping the country over the last two years, empowering females to be their healthiest, happiest, and best selves.

Girls Who Glow Co-Founder, Liv Phyland says everyone can expect a fun, informative, interactive day! Encompassing demonstrations, exercise, inspirational guest speakers, delicious food and more.

“We are so excited to bring our workshop to Albury for the first time and can’t wait to meet all the girls, have some fun and most of all, help them find their inner glow,” Phyland said.

“Achieving optimal health and happiness isn’t a one-dimensional process. Which is why our workshops focus on a range of core topics including nutrition, exercise, body image, social media, healthy relationships and mental health. We have experts running each session to make sure the girls are getting the best information from the best in that field”.

Joining Liv and Teigan in Albury is a star-studded lineup of guest speakers, including motivational speaker, Emma Carey, Actress, Marny Kennedy,Health and Fitness Advocate, Keiron Douglas, Motivational Speaker, Samantha Gash, Celebrity Personal Trainer, Christian Miranda… and more to be announced soon! Each speaker will share their story, knowledge and insight, encouraging the girls to embrace their inner glow.

Tickets are $99 each. This includes all the workshop activities, an amazing lineup of guest speakers, a delicious catered lunch and afternoon tea, and an epic take-home goodie bag. 

Sunday, November 18 at the Allen's Flat Watering Hole.

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