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In this issue:
- Feast Day of Saint Ignatius
- John Scanlon back for a visit with an old classmate
- Scriptures come to life in the classroom
- A passionate Pilot in the making
- Past Parents knitting up a storm
- 10, 20, 50 & 60 Year Reunion Recap
- Congratulations Mr Kapnistis - 25 Years of Service
- TONIGHT - The Court Theatre Company Quiz Night
- Fidelis Annual August Celebration
- Foundation Breakfast
- Gala Ball - Last chance for tickets
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Patronal Feast Day is a significant event in the Jesuit calendar where the whole College and Ignatian Community comes together to celebrate and honour our patron, Saint Ignatius. On Tuesday, our College community gathered at St Ignatius Church in Norwood to celebrate together.
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John Scanlon back for a visit with an old classmate
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Recently the College had a very special visit from an Old Ignatian all the way from Geneva, Switzerland. John Scanlon (Class of 1978) came back to the Senior School to visit his classmate and current Principal, Peter Coffey (also Class of 1978) for a catch up and a tour of the ever growing and evolving College.
In his professional life, John has been recognised for outstanding service in his field. He has previously served as the Secretary-General of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) since 2010, and has recently joined the conservation non-profit "African Parks" to help advance their mission in the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. This includes 15 national parks and protected areas in nine countries covering 10.5 million hectares: Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, the Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Zambia.
Old Ignatians are always men and women for others and for each other.
John is an example of these Ignatian values.
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Scriptures come to life in the classroom
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Spotted on the cover of the Southern Cross, July Edition:
Old Ignatian Sean Carr (Class of 1977) is the Director of Early Years Learning at Christian Brothers College. Sean recently brought Lou Lou the lamb into his classroom to provide a visual support for the teachings of the story of the Good Shepherd and looking for the lost sheep.
Sean hoped that his students would think about scripture whenever they see a lamb in the future.
To view the Southern Cross article, please click here: https://thesoutherncross.org.au/schools/2018/06/27/everyone-is-part-of-the-flock/
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A passionate Pilot in the making
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How cool is this?! Check out Old Ignatian, Josh Sheldon (Class of 2017) talking with such passion about his love of flying and aviation. Following in his Father’s footsteps, Josh is currently in first year studying the RMIT Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) through Harwtig Air.
Click here to watch the video!
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Past Parents knitting up a storm
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Also in the Southern Cross July Edition: Past Parents and Fidelis Members, Pat Holdcroft and Joan Glastonbury, knitting up a storm!
Formed just over a decade ago, the Dulwich parish knitting group has donated more than 1000 rugs to various services, including Fred’s Van, Hutt Steet Centre, Adelaide Day Centre for Homeless Persons, the Otherway Centre and the Migrant and Refugee Service. Well done ladies!
To view the Southern Cross article, please click here: https://thesoutherncross.org.au/news/2018/06/27/helping-others-rug-up-for-winter/
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Class of 2008 - 10 Year Reunion
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On Friday, 27 July the Class of 2008 celebrated their 10 Year Reunion back at the College. It was such a fabulous night buzzing with laughter and energy amongst the Old Ignatians reliving their fond memories together.
One Old Ignatian, Michael Pretty spent his high school years passionate about trains and buses, only to go on and purchase 3 vintage buses! Michael drove one bus named “2008” to the Reunion and everyone hopped on board and sang “Deo Gloria” at the top of their lungs!
To check out more images from this Reunion and to see Michael's bus, please visit the OIA Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OldIgnatiansAssociation/
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Class of 1998 - 20 Year Reunion
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Thank you to everyone who attended the 20 Year Reunion of the Class of 1998 held at Saint Ignatius’ College, Senior School, Friday, 20 July. And a very special thank you to those who travelled from interstate to be there! What a lovely group of Old Ignatians sharing many fond memories and lots of funny stories of their time at the College - See you all again in 5 years!
To check out more images from this Reunion, please visit the OIA Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OldIgnatiansAssociation/
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50 & 60 Year Reunion for the Classes of 1956-1968
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Thank you to those who attended the 50 & 60 Year Reunion on Sunday, 17th June at the Senior School Campus. It was a beautiful, fresh winter’s day which started out with Mass in the Chapel of the Holy Name. The Group then was lead on a College tour, by Principal and Old Ignatian, Mr Peter Coffey (Class of 1978) which included an impressive archives display from their time at the College. This was then followed by a superb BBQ Brunch in the Bellarmine Room. What an excellent day filled with memories and pancakes!
To check out more images from this Reunion, please visit the OIA Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OldIgnatiansAssociation/
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Congratulations Mr Kapnistis - 25 Years of Service
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We would like to congratulate Mr Con Kapnistis who has recently celebrated 25 Years of service to the College and its community. Many of you would know him for his hard work, dedication and love for teaching, whether this be in the classroom or on the soccer pitch!
Please join us in congratulating him on this fantastic milestone with many years and memories to come.
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Upcoming Community Events:
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It's finally here!
TONIGHT is The Court Theatre Company Quiz Night!
Prepare for a true test of your wits, and study up on some general knowledge, memes, music, sports, and more, as you help support Court Theatre Company raise money for their end of year production, and beyond. Get 10 of your closest, brightest, and most raffle winning friends together for a night of eating like teenagers, doing trivia like adults and getting overly competitive like thespians. The Quiz night will take place on Friday, 3 August at the Saint Ignatius Parish Hall, Queen Street, Norwood at 6:30 for a 7pm start. Tickets are $15 each at the door including a FREE raffle ticket. There will be PLENTY of games and raffle prizes, so remember to bring along a pocket full of gold coins.
The evening will be hosted by the marvellous David Harben (Class of 1971), so be sure to get a table captain to book a table of up to 10 people through the Court Theatre website: www.courttheatrecompany.org/quiz-night/
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Don't forget, this Sunday is the
Fidelis Annual Celebration!
Sunday, 5 August 2018
Mass at 2.00pm in the Chapel of the Holy Name - Saint Ignatius' College
2 Manresa Court, Athelstone
Following Mass, we will move to the Bellarmine Room and we are delighted to welcome Libby Kosmala as our guest speaker. Afternoon Tea and drinks will then be served.
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Have you booked your tickets yet?
Guest Speaker: The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Mr Martin Haese (Class of 1983).
Tables of ten are available;
Date: Friday 31 August 2018
Time: 7:00 am.
Location: Hilton Adelaide, Victoria Square
Early Bird Tickets: $60 pp (until 10 Aug)
Regular Tickets: $65 pp
To purchase tickets, please visit: www.trybooking.com/WNCM
For further queries, please contact Sue Giacobbe on (08) 8334 9356 or s.giacobbe@ignatius.sa.edu.au
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Saint Ignatius' College Gala Ball
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20 TICKETS LEFT!
Countdown starts now - Make sure you don’t miss out!
For more information or to book your tickets today, please visit:
www.trybooking.com.au/VCEL
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