GIB GATE • FRENSHAM • STURT
TERM 3 NO 3 - 21 AUGUST 2008

Dr Melanie Bradley, Scientist-in-Residence
Dr Melanie Bradley, Scientist-in-Residence at Frensham for the first part of this term, and currently working as a Landscape Ecologist in the Top End of Australia, opened her Address to the School at the Year 9 Service by sharing insight into what she described as her passion: ‘sustainability - the nurture and protection of the health of our planet and its inhabitants.’  I include here an excerpt from Dr Bradley’s address and note on behalf of all with whom Dr Bradley is working during her residency, the warmest appreciation of the School for the funding of this project by the Winifred West Schools Foundation.

…My interest in sustainability has led me to ponder questions such as: Where are we going as a human race?  Why do we continue to inflict damage and hurt on fellow human beings, on other species, and on the environment at large?  How can we reduce our footprint, our impact, on the Earth?  Why does there often seem to be so much resistance to change, so much reluctance to change our ways?  Why do we focus on quantities in life - getting more of this, experiencing more of that; rather than living simply and focusing on quality of life?

These are complex questions, there are no easy answers and the questions relate directly to the big sustainability challenges of our time, like climate change, decreasing availability of fresh water, habitat destruction and biodiversity loss, over-population, decreasing availability of productive agricultural land, and outbreaks of pests and disease. 

I strongly believe that the issue of sustainability and its related challenges cannot only be tackled by scientists.  To find appropriate, achievable, lasting solutions, and to get people inspired, motivated and committed to achieving these solutions, we need scientists working alongside musicians, writers, painters, and sculptors; working alongside tradespeople and engineers; farmers and land-managers; doctors and nurses; architects and designers; lawyers and economists; educators and teachers; community workers and welfare providers.  Everyone, in every field of endeavour, has a contribution to make towards addressing sustainability and its associated challenges.  Every girl in this room, can, in some way, make a difference, no matter in what field you might end up working.

There was a little bird living in a beautiful green forest.  The forest contained many other animals, trees and plants.  One day, the forest was set on fire.  All the animals fled to the edge of the forest to save their lives.  But the smallest of all birds went to a small pond and picked up a minute droplet of water in its tiny beak and flew back to the fire.  The big animals looked strangely at the little bird.  “What do you think you can do with such a small droplet?” they asked.  The bird smiled, took another droplet and flew back to the burning forest, saying to the other animals: “This is all I can do and I should do it.”

It’s an inspiring little story, it warms my heart every time, and the key message is: don’t be afraid to get out there and have a go, to do whatever you can do to look after the health of our planet and its inhabitants.  If there is an issue that you are interested in or passionate about – then read about it, learn about it, speak with your friends and family about it, and think of the actions that you can take to address the issue of concern.  No action is too small; no action is insignificant; we can all make a contribution; we can all make a difference. 

Acknowledgement to:

• HSC Drama candidates for their skilled, confident Trial Examination performances in Clubbe Hall;
• Gib Gate staff on the shared responsibility for preparation for inspection by the Board of Studies for the School’s Registration and Accreditation.  Whilst the final Report is due this week, immediate feedback offered by the inspectors was the need to offer congratulations to the outstanding Gib Gate staff;
• Recent Duke of Edinburgh’s Award recipients: Gold - Sarah Hayes, Amelia Caspers, Jessica Kennedy; Silver - Katherine Scott; Bronze - Jacklyn Wyer;
• Girdle for Service recipient, Harriet King (Year 12);
• All involved in the annual preparations for Gib Gate’s Book Week events and celebrations (see details in Gib Gate section of this Newsletter);
• Hosts, with the School, for Frensham’s recent Information Evening in Canberra;
• Saskia Dumas (Year 11) selected to represent Berrima Rotary Club in the National Youth Science Forum at the Australian National University and Amy Wyer, commended by Rotary for her strong application for representation;
• Frensham Old Girls who returned to School for their 30 Year Reunion last weekend;
• Successful competitors in the City to Surf Mother and Daughter event and also in their individual age groups: Mrs Sally Musgrove and daughter Grace;
• Prefects of Year 8, Sarah Hayes and Alison Murphy who attended the Southern Highlands Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Service with Emily Vainsaar (Year 8) who laid a wreath on behalf of the School;
• Madeleine Quinn (Year 8) who gained 1st Prize in the Junior section of the Claire St Claire Youth Art Award at St Gregory’s College in Campbelltown for her landscape painting on paper and Charlotte Moss (Year 12) whose photograph was Highly Commended.  Acknowledgement also to their respective teachers, Mrs Trudi Spencer and Ms Sophie Piper.
• Year 12 Design and Technology students, Nellie Evans (‘green roofing’) and Dakota Doyle (‘fashion design’), whose works have attracted strong interest within related industries – Nellie has received an offer for sale of her model and for development of her idea and Dakota’s work has featured on the catwalk in the Rosemount Australian Fashion Week and can be seen on the opening link of Vogue Australia’s website.  Completion date for HSC Major Works is next week and the Frensham Exhibition opens on Friday 29 August at Sturt Gallery and in Frensham’s ‘School Hall’.

Enrichment and Inspiration:

• Gib Gate warmly welcomed this week 23 students and five staff from Hokuriku Gakuin School in Kanazawa, Japan, to be hosted by Gib Gate families and join students for an intensive three-day cultural experience. See further details in the Gib Gate news.
• NSW Hockey Association Centenary organisers Miss Elaine McVicker and Mrs Barbara Osmond presented Frensham with the 26th volume of a Limited Edition of Tradition and Transformations - A Tribute to New South Wales Women in Hockey 1908-2008 (author, Barbara Osmond) as a memento of their visit to the School last week to speak about the founding of Hockey in Australia and the impact of those such as Winifred West and Phyllis Clubbe in establishing Women’s Hockey in New South Wales.  The Limited Edition copy is now in Archives and two soft-cover copies have been added to the Esther Tuckey Library collection.
• Ms Sabine Madden has accompanied coached or supervised preparation of 26 Gib Gate and Frensham students in their recent AMEB Examinations, for outstanding results, with more students to sit examinations over the next few days. (Full  results will be published in the next Newsletter)
• …An Evening With…Dr Melanie Bradley this week inspired Years 10, 11 and 12 students’ when she shared a reflection on important life experiences, focusing on  her response to obstacles and opportunities.  At the previous Tuesday’s ‘round the kitchen-table discussion’ for boarders in Years 11 and 12, Dr Bradley (a former national representative as a junior athlete) shared her passion for Athletics. These evening presentations were built into the core programme of Extension Science research projects supervised by Dr Bradley for groups of students as part of this term’s Scientist-in-Residence programme.
• Mrs Trish Symons, Director of Language Arts, recently returning from her studies at Oxford University, spoke to the School this week about inspiration and aspiration, linking her thoughts to the notion of the ‘dreaming spires of Oxford’. She began: ‘We aspire to things and we are inspired by people, places and stories…

Staffing:
We farewell this week Ms Noriko Yamanaka who leaves Gib Gate after three and a half years of fine service to the School.  Ms Yamanaka joined Winifred West Schools as a member of both Sturt and Gib Gate Staff, in her first permanent teaching appointment in Australia and was greatly appreciative of the strong support of Mrs Mary Taguchi throughout the early stages of her teaching at Gib Gate.

Ahead:
Fellowship Musical Soirée (two performances): Saturday 30 August at 6pm and Sunday 31 August at 3pm.  For further information and tickets, please contact Ms Natasha Wainberg on 02 4860 2138. See also www.frensham.nsw.edu.au/soiree for details.

Higher School Certificate “Arts Presentations”:
Friday evenings: 29 August and 5 September

Following last Friday evening’s outstanding Higher School Certificate Drama presentation, HSC Visual Arts, Photography, Design and Technology (29 August) and HSC Music (5 September) students will present their works to friends and family over two Friday evenings ahead.  Please see the Term Calendar for details.

Frensham – Sample Boarding & Information Evening:
Sample Boarding: Thursday 11 & Friday 12 September
Information Evening, Clubbe Hall – Mittagong:  6.00pm Thursday 11 September.
Please Contact Mrs Liz Rule (Assistant Registrar) for details or to inquire about invitations to these events: 02 4860 2100

Ms J A Gillick
Head of Frensham
Head of Winifred West Schools

AHEAD:

Musical Soirée Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August at Clubbe Hall MITTAGONG For programme information: www.frensham.nsw.edu.au/soiree Proceeds towards landscaping of the St Francis Courtyard Tickets $25 per person Tickets & Enquiries to: Natasha Wainberg Frensham Fellowship PO Box 34 Mittagong NSW 2575 Phone: 02 4860 2138

Parent / Community News

GIB GATE

The 2008 Book Week celebrations held during Week 4 reaffirmed just how much the Gib Gate community values Australian literature and the pleasure which can be found in reading.  Parents are thanked for assisting their children in preparing imaginative costumes for the Book Week parade and for purchasing so many books at the Book Fair.  Gib Gate parents organised an ‘Aussie’ feast, complete with authentic wool bales, hay and horse riding paraphernalia for the Book Week lunch.

On Friday 15 August, Ms Robson attended the NSW Junior School Heads’ Association of Australia (JSHAA) AGM which was held at Broughton Anglican School.  One of the many roles of the NSW branch of JSHAA is to provide the opportunity for Heads of Junior schools to share in professional development and also to provide a forum in which to discuss common issues relating to primary education in NSW.  Discussions focused on the changes in Teacher Accreditation through the NSW Institute of Teachers and how schools and individual teachers meet the Professional Development standards. 

At Winifred West Schools the professional development of staff forms a core part of School policy.  Whole school staff development, as well as Gib Gate and individual teacher-specific professional development are scheduled on a yearly basis.  An overview of this schedule is available to parents through the Gib Gate Educational and Financial Report published on the School’s website.

On Tuesday 19 August, Gib Gate welcomed Hokuriku Gakuin students and staff to the School for three days filled with activity.  In the lead up to the visit Year 6 students prepared the School by introducing profiles of each of the Hokuriku students at assemblies.  The Hokuriku Gakuin students took great delight in reading their profile posters when they arrived at Gib Gate.

One of the most memorable aspects of the visit was the way every student at Gib Gate felt part of the experience, spending the majority of the three days in ‘buddy groups’ with their siblings and Hokuriku Gakuin students.  Gib Gate parents organised and served a Japanese lunch and Ms Maki Taguchi prepared Bento boxes.

On Wednesday evening the Family Night at Eling Forrest was filled to capacity with parents and children having so much fun together.

Ms Sally Robson, Head of Gib Gate

Curriculum Insights Week 5 Term 3 2008
2008 ICAS Science Competition certificates will be presented to students in Years 3 to 6 at Performance Assembly on Friday 22 August and 2008 ICAS Writing Certificates on Friday 29 August. Parents are warmly invited to attend.  Individual student results will be sent home to parents following the presentation of the certificates of achievement.

On 12 August, students participated in the final competition for the year which was the English paper. Results for both this competition and the Mathematics paper which was held on 29 July will be available towards the end of the term.

Students representing Gib Gate in both the Robocup Challenge and the Tournament of Minds Competition are working hard towards completing their projects for presentation in the regional finals in Week 6 this term.

Mrs Kate Chauncy, Curriculum Coordinator P-6
Coordinator of Gifted and Talented Programme

STURT

FRIENDS OF STURT Ruth Wright (President), Joan Dinning (Secretary), Denise Sumner, Julie Musgrave, Bill Dinning, Henrietta & Ralph Ierace, Angela Jones (Ex-officio members: Tom Harrington, Melanie Olde, Paul Davis, Megan Patey)

Sturt News
Weekend courses at Sturt
A wide range of weekend courses will be held at Sturt in the next three months.  These courses include mosaics, digital photography, basketry, fine woodworking, and jewellery.  Details are available at www.sturt.nsw.edu.au/courses or by ringing Sturt on 4860 2083.  As well, enrolments are now open for the Sturt Summer School to be held from 3 – 8 January 2009.  Once again, all details are available on the website www.sturt.nsw.edu.au/courses/summerschool.

Twelve-Week Fine Woodworking Course
Vacancies exist for the third twelve-week course in 2008 which commences 29 September and continues until 19 December with tutor, Toby Muir Wilson from Tasmania.   For information regarding this course, or for enrolment details, phone Sturt on 02 4860 2083.

Sturt School for Wood – enrolling for 2009
Enrolments are open for the full time Fine Woodworking course to commence on 27 January 2009.  Information regarding this course is available by contacting Tom Harrington on 02 4860 2090, email tharrington@sturt.nsw.edu.au or by ringing Sturt on 4860 2083.

Sturt Gallery
A special exhibition will open at Sturt Gallery on Sunday 14 September.  This exhibition comprises work made by the workshop residents at Melbourne’s Pieces of Eight Gallery.  The six exhibiting artists include; Nina Ellis, Lucy Folk, Rachel Gorman, Melanie Katsalidis, Krista McRae and Suzi Zutic.

Pieces of Eight is an innovative gallery and workshop in Melbourne’s North Fitzroy which showcases contemporary jewellery and object-based work.  This is the first time these six jewellers have exhibited together.  While sharing the studio workshop, inspiration for each craftsperson comes from a wide range of sources, and these include: the hardy weeds of the Australian landscape; the pleasures and colour which food inspires; the inspiration of material; combining ceramic and metal to re-create versions of costume or ‘dress-up’ jewellery; the beautiful and elegant nature of organic pearls’ the sublimeness of shape; and lastly, a series of rings.  This exhibition will open at 11am on Sunday 14 September and continue till 19 October, when it travels on to Inform Gallery, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Megan Patey, Head of Sturt

FRENSHAM

Deputy Head

Year 12 students have completed their Trial Examinations and are now finishing courses in preparation for the HSC.

Year 11 students are preparing for the Year Parent Weekend and they also have approximately one month until their Preliminary Course Examinations.  Additionally, they will be confirming their final HSC course load, a process which involves an interview with the Director of Studies or Deputy Head.

Aside from their preparation for the School Certificate examinations early in Term 4, Year 10 girls have begun to consider subject choices for Years 11 and 12.  Their initial options are used to structure the subject lines and they will make their final selection late in Term 4.  Students will be given extra information about HSC subjects over the next few weeks.

Year 9 students are eagerly awaiting the Global Forum which will take place in Week 6 of Term 3.  Years 7 and 8 have their examination period in Week 8 of Term 3.

The Hockey and Netball seasons are approaching the half way mark.  A number of teams are vying for positions in the final and the results in the next few weeks will determine the final placings.

Mr Geoff Marsh, Deputy Head

Director of Studies

Year 12 students have just completed the HSC Trial Examinations in a highly appropriate and engaged fashion.  To conclude this examination period the cohort took part in a Development Day on Monday 14 August and participated wholeheartedly, gaining much from the full day and evening programme.

Students worked with Ms Joanne Parsons to speak through ‘states of mind’, looking at life priorities and affirmative thinking.  In the afternoon they took part in a series of relaxation exercises with Mr Paul Cox and a workshop (Elevate Education) on how to enhance their current examination preparation, especially for the final HSC examinations in October and November.  In the evening the girls were given an opportunity to watch and work with Theatresports Australia; an entertaining evening which allowed many to showcase their considerable improvisational and acting skills.

Parents of Year 12 students will receive an interim report next week which will contain the HSC Trial marks.

Next week students in Years 7 and 8 will receive their examination timetables and complete final organisational and examination practice leading up to their Yearly Examinations in Week 7 (beginning on 1 September).

Mr Matthew McMahon, Director of Studies

Director of Boarding

The focus of all Boarding activities over the past week has been the Olympics.  Girls have been following with interest the path of Australian athletes and those of other countries.

The Year 11 and 12 discussions last Tuesday night considered the issue of whether or not the Olympic Games were still relevant.  The discussion was led by the Scientist in Residence, Dr Melanie Bradley.  Views on whether the economic cost was justifiable in today’s world were varied and interesting.

Parents are reminded that Exeat forms must be submitted by Friday lunch time, so that they can be disbursed in a timely manner.  If Weekly Boarders are not returning home but are staying elsewhere they also must submit a properly authorised Exeat form.  Telephone requests are not acceptable. 

Mrs Susan Cyganiewicz & Mrs Ros Buick, Co-Directors of Boarding

English and Drama

Career News
The next six weeks will be an active time for Year 12 students, who will be researching and considering university and course choices.  They have received the 2009 UAC Guide which lists over 1200 courses on offer next year at NSW and ACT universities.  Each Year 12 student will be interviewed and offered support by the School at this time and it is also important that parents have discussions with their daughters regarding choices.  One major change is that no domestic fee-paying (DFEE) places will be offered to 2008 HSC students, which means only Commonwealth supported places will be offered.  The implications of this have been discussed with Year 12.

Please note that while the School requires Year 12 students to make an online application to UAC by 30 September, they can change any course/university choice as many times as they like until the first week of January 2009.  The School will be publishing a Careers Newsletter fortnightly for the remainder of this term and students are urged to read these carefully.

Scholarship applications should be prepared over the next few weeks as the closing date for many of these is between 26-30 September.  A reminder to view the website http://www.myfuture.edu.au which has an extensive listing of scholarships available not only in NSW but nationally, as well as the Scholarship link on specific university sites.

Early Entry applications and the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) have similar closing dates but must be handed in to the School for final processing no later than Monday 15 September.  Any queries about these applications should be made as soon as possible as some of the supporting documentation (from Specialists etc) can be time consuming to obtain.

Year 10 Work Experience Programme: Employer Evaluation forms have been given to Year 10 students with follow up comments.  The placements this year were diverse and the experiences gained worthwhile.

Year 9 Parents are urged to begin the process of seeking a work experience placement for their daughters as many of the popular choices have a 12-month waiting list.  The 2009 Work Experience dates are 29 June to 3 July.

Mrs Cherylynne Williams, Careers Adviser

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award News

Sarah Hayes (Year 12), Jessica Kennedy (Year 12) and Amelia Caspers (Year 11) have received their Gold Awards which is a fine achievement and one for which all participants should aim.  Katherine Scott is congratulated on gaining her Silver Award and Jacklyn Wyer for her Bronze.

A Silver/Bronze Expedition is planned for the first weekend of Term 4, and this will be the final opportunity this year for any students who need to complete another expedition.

Laurel Hill Forest Lodge is also offering the opportunity for Gold participants to complete their residential requirements.  See the note below for details or for further information please contact Mrs Elliott.

Mrs Wendy Elliott, Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator

English and Drama

In both Drama and Extension 2 English, there is a focus this week on the practical components of the courses.

In Drama, students presented both their Group Performances and Individual Projects on Friday 15 August in Clubbe Hall.  While most students chose Performance for their Individual Projects, other options chosen were Design – Costume, Design – Promotion and programme and Video Drama.  External markers viewed all tasks and marked according to HSC marking guidelines.  The girls now have until 5 September to fine-tune all aspects of their work.  On this date, the HSC External Examination will occur where Group Performance and Individual Project: Performance will be assessed by the Board of Studies.  Students who chose alternative options for their Individual Project will complete their work this week for submission to the Board of Studies on 25 August.

The Major Works in Extension 2 English will be completed this week for submission on 22 August.  The final product is the end of a long process of development, research and editing and a reflection statement on this process is included, which contributes significantly to the HSC mark.
Twelve students and a support team will travel to Holy Sprit College at Bellambi for the South Coast Public Speaking.  The team will be accompanied by Mrs McClay and Ms Samuels.  Debaters in both Year 9 and Year 10 are continuing their training in preparation for the AHIGS Festival of Speech on 12 and 13 September.  As well as the Enrichment Class in Year 9 and Lunchtime meetings in Year 10, a special workshop on rebuttal will be held this Friday night with Joana Matasic in Room 6, supervised by Ms Samuels.

In Prayers on 22 August Certificates for the ICAS Writing Competition will be awarded with details to be published in the next Newsletter.

During this week Years 10, 11 and 12 will be completing Listening tasks as part of their assessment programme.  Year 12 Advanced will have the opportunity to listen to a presentation by Ruth Wilson, an Oral Historian and this will provide the text for their task.

Mrs Trish Symons, Director Language/Arts

Music

The Music Centre at Frensham has been hosting the AMEB Performance Examinations.  Visiting examiners have been listening to musicians from Frensham and the wider community perform a selection of pieces on their instruments and then proceeding to test the students on their general knowledge and aural skills.  Instruments examined ranged from string, woodwind and brass through to piano and voice.  The musicians are congratulated on their dedication and hard work.

Last week the Senior Choir and Madrigals recorded the best of their 2008 repertoire for inclusion in a future CD release of Frensham music and musicians.  They are commended for the standard and discipline of the performances.

We look forward with Year 11 to the approaching Parent Weekend and the performances which will comprise their service and concert.  In addition to this, the Senior Choir and Madrigals are preparing to perform in Frensham Fellowship’s Musical Soirée Concerts on the same weekend.

Mr Michael Spencer, Coordinator of Music

Science

Frensham’s Scientist-in-Residence, Dr Melanie Bradley has been working on a range of tasks with students from different year groups.  This follows her inspiring and passionate address to the School community as part of the Year 9 Service.  Dr Bradley has brought her expertise and enthusiasm for sustainable practices to Frensham and has devised a range of challenges which require students to assess the environment in a variety of different contexts.

The Year 7 groups have been discussing issues relating to the Australian environment and natural resources.  These have been from many topical areas including kangaroo harvesting, feral animals and weed control.  Following the investigation students will develop management recommendations supported by scientific data.

Year 8 students are developing an understanding of the tropical savanna landscapes of northern Australia and how fire is used as a land management tool.  This allows exploration of how both western scientific knowledge and traditional Aboriginal skills can be used to achieve sustainable land management practices.

The development of innovative environmental education initiatives both in Australia and overseas is a focus for Year 9.  The design of a centre for environmental education at Frensham has provided a context for this outcome.  Subgroups within Year 9 have been looking at the environmental impacts of building design, construction and operation.  Furthermore, the design of an environmental education centre will be closely linked to the curriculum.

Girls in Year 10 have been developing a greater awareness and understanding of the Frensham food system, including improvements to sustainability.  This has raised many concerns about ethical consumerism and provided students with opportunities to explore creative solutions.

Each year group has particular learning outcomes to achieve and the findings will be presented to specific target groups.  This will ensure Dr Bradley’s message of sustainability and that every person can make a difference is communicated to a wider audience.

Mr Jason Smith, Acting Coordinator of Science

Teaching and Learning

On 10 and 11 August Mrs Kate Chauncy and Mrs Bronwyn Tregenza attended the Association of Independent Schools Executive Conference.  This year’s theme was ‘Challenging, connecting with and engaging the adolescent learner’.  

Keynote presenters included Dr Andrew Fuller, Fellow of the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Learning and Educational Development at University of Melbourne; Dr Carol Ann Tomlinson, Parish Professor and Chair of Education Leadership, Foundations and Policy at the University of Virginia and Dr Michael Nagel, Lecturer in Cognition and Human Learning, University of Sunshine Coast.

Dr Fuller’s work has involved analysing the factors which contribute to adolescent and teenage depression and anxiety.  One of the factors correlating highly with rates of anxiety and depression is erratic study habits (ie bursts of high intensity only in the periods immediately preceding an assessment hand-in or examination) and poor organisational skill (ie limited use of timetables, diaries and study schedules, ineffective filing systems for materials and disorder in the workspace).  While students are presented with information about these skills on many occasions throughout each school year, developing consistent success requires ongoing monitoring and coaching.  Form Tutors, Year Coordinators, Senior Teachers in Boarding and House Staff are all involved in promoting these skills at Frensham.  Senior students also often adopt a mentor who may assist with study habits and organisational skills.

Dr Tomlinson’s presentation was given via video conference after airline difficulties prevented her travel.  Her messages about differentiation stirred the audience deeply as she presented numerous case studies of successful scholars who were unlikely to have succeeded except for teachers who recognised their need for an individualised approach.  Dr Tomlinson presented a simple model for the interaction between curriculum, teacher and student.  

Mrs Bronwyn Tregenza, Coordinator of Teaching and Learning

Sport

Wet Weather arrangements for Saturday Sport
Due to the short season for all IGSSA Sports, every attempt is made to play the inter-school matches and cancellations of Saturday Sport are rarely made before Saturday morning, unless a venue notifies IGSSA that the facilities will not be playable prior to this.

Means of gaining information concerning play:
IGSSA Wet Weather Line 1900 922 834
IGSSA WEBSITE  http://igssa.ahigs.nsw.edu.au

Boarding Houses
All the above are updated throughout the morning.

Snow Sports
The State Competition is next week, 27–31 August.  Frensham has a large team of 14 skiers representing the School in Moguls, Skiercross and Alpine events.  The girls will be competing against the top performers from the previous Northern, Sydney and Southern rounds and are expecting a challenging competition.  Thank you to the team managers who will accompany the teams and the Volunteer Course Officials, Mr. Peter Marshall and Mr. Ian Maitland.

STATE ROUND 2008 
Division 1 - Alpine A: Adelaide Lang, Emily Irish, Alexandra Hanbury, Kate Maitland.  Team Manager:  Mrs C Hanbury. Skiercross A: Emily Irish, Olivia Stewart, Kate Maitland.  Team manager:  Mr N Stewart.
Division 2 - Alpine A: and Skiercross A: Emma Quinn.  Team Manager: Dr W Quinn.
Division 3 - Moguls A: Tennessee Lang, Anna Gemmell-Smith, Victoria Sanderson.  Team Manager:  Mrs S Lang. Alpine A: Tennessee Lang, Jessica Burns, Anna Gemmell-Smith, Victoria Sanderson.  Team Manager: Mrs A Gemmell-Smith. Alpine B: Madeleine Quinn, Nicola Fenaughty, Jarra Robinson, Charlotte Voegeli.  Team Manager:  Mr M Fenaughty. Skiercross A: Tennessee Lang, Victoria Sanderson, Jessica Burns.  Team Manager:  Mrs P Sanderson. Skiercross B:  Madeleine Quinn, Nicola Fenaughty, Anna Gemmell-Smith.  Team Manager: Mr M Fenaughty.

Ms Joanne Allison, Snow Sports Coordinator

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