A Message from Mr Holden

The final term of 2019 is rapidly disappearing. Despite this I am impressed by the purposeful and calm tone evident in all Wyvern classrooms. This was especially the case last week when we held orientation mornings for new boys. I thank the many Wyvern parents who assisted by giving families new to Wyvern such a warm welcome.

It was terrific to see the wide ranging art works on display at the Wyvern Biennale last week held in the Concordia Gallery. Like all who visited the exhibition, I was so impressed by the quality of our students’ creative works. A special thank you to our art teaching team (Meredith Buining and Yelena Rubie) for their considerable efforts in setting up and running the event. Also thank you to the many parents who took the time to visit the Biennale.

Many of you will be aware that there has been a change of the College’s catering supplier with Chartwells taking on the new contract. We are fortunate that our very good canteen team, with Katia at the helm, will remain at Wyvern. As part of the new and enhanced arrangements, we are no longer reliant on parent volunteers to assist with running the daily operation. However, as we are keen to maintain our volunteering culture the P & F will continue to organise a parent canteen roster for Fridays, or any other day where there is a “special”. This arrangement will start in 2020.

A reminder that once again we are supporting Barnardos’ Christmas Tree Appeal which this year is focussing on providing gift vouchers for teenagers. Our goal is to have 200 vouchers to donate by the end of November. Many thanks in advance for your support which will be very much appreciated by Barnardos.

At yesterday’s P&F Annual General Meeting, a number of the P&F Executive team stepped down from their roles after many years of service to Wyvern. I thank Sara Flaksbard, Yamila Veloz, Gwyneth Howell and Rosaria Cusumano for their wonderful support of Wyvern boys and families.

Ian Holden
Head of Wyvern House

Achievement Awards

 The following achievement award was awarded at Assembly:

Barnardos Christmas Tree Appeal

Dear Parents and boys,

Each year our Wyvern SRC choose a charity for our Christmas Tree Appeal.  Due to your tremendous support and incredible generosity last year, we will once again be supporting Barnardos Gifts for Kids to support families less fortunate and we are once again seeking your support, but for teenagers only. In order to make a difference we are asking that you donate Gift Cards & Vouchers ONLY.  Last year not only did we reach our target of 200 vouchers but exceeded this raising 226 vouchers to the value of $7,245.00. What an incredible achievement.

All donations can be popped in the gold box located beside the ‘Build a Christmas Tree’ in the reception area. Donations will be accepted until the November 27. This will enable Barnardos to ensure timely distribution of gift cards and vouchers for Christmas.

Help build Wyvern’s Christmas Tree by donating Gift Cards and Vouchers. For every 40 gift cards/vouchers a coloured panel will be added – as per photo below.

Thank you to those boys and families who have already donated. So far 29 vouchers have been donated to this worthy cause. We still have a way to go to build the Christmas tree. Thanking you in advance for your wonderful support and generosity to this incredible cause.

Wvyern SRC

Clubs & Extra Curricular Activities at Wyvern – Term 4

Dear Parents,

Please find the 2019 Clubs and Extra Curricular Activities at Wyvern – Term 4 below. 

Term 4 2019 Clubs and Extra-Curricular Activities at Wyvern

Kind regards

Wyvern Office

Next Two Weeks

Oshclub – Wyvern’s Before and After School Care Provider

Wyvern’s Before and After School Care Program is run by OSHClub. Enrolment for all students is recommended and allows parents to easily manage their before and after school care needs via an online account. Visit www.oshclub.com.au to use the free enrolment service.

For all late bookings, please contact the Coordinator Adam Vilimaa on 0428 131 700. OSHClub’s head office number is (03) 8564 9000 Click here for the OSHClub Information Flyer.

Newsletter,click here

Kind regards

Adam Vilimaa
Program Co-ordinator

Return Overdue Books

Dear Boys and Parents,

On November 1st an overdue book(s) reminder will be sent to you by email. If you receive one of these emails, please locate the books that are listed on the email and return them to the Library as soon as possible. As we need to account for all library books before the end of the year, your assistance with making sure that all books that have been loaned under your name are returned to the library, would be greatly appreciated.

If you are unable to locate your borrowed books, please email Mrs Barnes to let her know and arrangements can be made for the replacement of these books.

Kind regards,

The Library Staff

Sport

Wyvern Sports Draw, Click here

Sports Newsletter, Click here

2019 Sports Handbook, Click here

Term Dates 2019

Term Dates 2020

Tuckshop Menu, Roster & Online Ordering

Please click here for the Spotless Food Safety Information for Volunteers Guidelines

Tuckshop Menu and Roster Term 4 Weeks 4 and 5, Click here

Everyday Menu and Price List, Click here

Online Ordering Instructions, Click here

Online Ordering FAQs, Click here

Kind regards

Wyvern Office

Uniform Shop

Dear Parents,

Wyvern Uniform Roster Term 4 Weeks 4 & 5, Click here

Nicole Williams
Uniform Shop Manager – Wyvern, Newington College

Mon & Thurs – 7:30am to 9:00am
Tues – 2:30pm to 4:00pm

wyvernuniform@newington.nsw.edu.au
www.wyvernshop.com

Year 5 Great Aussie Bush Camp

On the 16th of October 2019, Year 5 carried their gigantic bags down the sidewalk of Stanmore Road. Within minutes, everyone had been dropped off. We entered the 3-hour bus drive and our ears screamed as the children at the back started to ask, ‘Are we there yet?’

The questions soon ended when we found ourselves at a shocking, steel gate. The bus drove through the gate. We passed an archery range and many other exciting areas.

The bus stopped outside of a bunch of cabins – mixed reviews followed. Some kids groaned and others thought it would be like real camping. In the end we just sat on the circle of logs as the instructors told us the plan (and the rules). They laid down the rule about having a lot of fun! Finally, we were assigned our beds and we were all very happy.

Soon we went to our first activity, the ominous giant swing. People were scared and were already saying, ‘I’m not doing it!’ over and over. After cheering people, we had to pull the rope to lift each boy and teacher up to the top. We made it back for shower hour and dinner: Spaghetti Bolognaise.

On the way to Commando, whilst teasing people with drop bears in the wild, a storm came. Unfortunately, we had to head back to camp and into a steel gym. Thunder and lightening exploded overhead. After a loud clap of lightening, the lights went clean out.  Some boys cheered and others were on the floor in fear. Soon the storm ended and all the fear ended with it. We headed back our tent for a good night’s sleep after an eventful day.

Moisture dripped down on our foreheads as we woke us to the cool breeze on the second day of the Great Aussie Bush Camp. This first activity was the daunting mud run. There was singing, laughter and cheerfulness on the walk there but as soon as we saw it: silence. The cold wet mud squeaked in our shoes as we made our way around the course. We were not prepared for what lay ahead of us: jumping, crouching and ducking were all part of this activity. Every boy laughed at the teachers having to go through obstacles as we were sure they were not built for adults. The activity soon came to an end, we got into the showers with joy (until we realised the shower water was colder than the mud!) When we got back to the campsite, we were straight back into another activity: raft building.

This activity tested our collaboration skills. We were supplied with three bits of wood, two ropes and two tires. Once the rafts were built, the race began. The groups tied. We were informed there was a crocodile in the lake but, after we knew his name was Gummy, we were not scared one bit and we jumped into the lake for a swim.

Once this activity was done, we headed to lunch with grumbling stomachs. Then we were off to jump the terrifying power fan. We were to climb up a pole which was 18 metres high and jump off a platform. We finished the day with some team building games which were very competitive. The teacher’s team won – they were very excited about it too!

We woke up the next day to music and packed our bags. We got into our seats and experienced a much more quiet bus trip! It was really fun and thank you Miss Dillon for organising it and all the teachers who came along with us.

Written by Gil Gracie and Sam Rudd.