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Christian Brothers' High School Lewisham

Phone: +61 2 8585 1744

Address: 68 - 84 The Boulevarde, Lewisham 2049

Website: https://www.cbhslewisham.nsw.edu.au

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25.01.2022 NESA has recently unveiled its new Everyday Maths Hub to help families support their children's mathematical skills and understanding with fun, practical and creative activities. Visit https://education.nsw.gov.au/campaigns/mathematics/domain to find fun ways for your family to get involved

25.01.2022 Last week we held the heats of the STANSW Young Scientist Paper Plane Challenge with Year 5 & 6 Mr Seeto & Mr Athanassios have been busy measuring entries and collating results to put forward our finalist to the national competition Good luck boys

25.01.2022 This week we celebrated book week with the theme Curious Creatures, Wild Minds Our WLC team went all out decorating and holding colouring-in, drawing and guess the clue competitions Today we concluded the week by hearing from Squidge Dibley and The Turners author Mick Elliott

24.01.2022 Today we mark Australian South Sea Islanders Recognition Day by flying the ASSI Flag alongside the Australian, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander flags. Matteo from Year 11 also read his essay on Faith Bandler AO and her struggle for ASSI rights during the ceremony

24.01.2022 Year 7 after school Art Club kicked off this week Each Wednesday Year 7 students can stay back to create their Pop Art Portraits under the guidance of our wonderful Art Department If you are in Year 7 and interested just grab a permission slip from the Art Staff Room

23.01.2022 Congratulations to the Class of 2020 on your Graduation today Just like everything 2020 has put before you, you took today in your stride showing the maturity & resilience we are so proud of The video & photos from today will be ready for you to take home after your first exam

23.01.2022 Thank you once again to our amazing Primary families who donated the goods for the boys to turn into 319 snack packs last week. With many of our outreach programs on hold during COVID the snack packs have been a great way for us to keep giving to those in need.

23.01.2022 Healy House is represented by the colour White and has the Totem of the Echidna who is Smart, protective of young, confusing when rolled up in a ball and scary when challenged. Healy’s motto is 'Honour, Pride, Brotherhood. Br Healy was often noted for the strong ties he maintained with family and friends. He was remarkable by any standards despite being a determinedly ordinary man and his dedication to all things scholastic; particularly the history of the Australian Christian Brothers was widely acknowledged.

23.01.2022 Wishing everyone an enjoyable break and we look forward to seeing staff & students back on the 12th October Just a reminder Term 4 is Summer Uniform The uniform shop is open, but COVID guidelines apply, check the website for details, holiday opening times & extend trading hours

22.01.2022 Our annual Christmas Appeal for Vinnies is now open! If you are able to pick up a few items for those in need when you are at the shops this weekend it would be appreciated. Each year group was issued with a list of options this week to help spread the joy and collections will close on 4th December... Year 11 - Christmas Hamper Items Year 10 - Gifts for Adult Females Year 9 - Gifts for Adult Males Year 8 - Gifts for Girls 0 -18 years old Year 7 - Gifts for Boys 0 - 18 years old

22.01.2022 When a student starts at CBHS Lewisham they are assigned a house, each linked to a historical member of our community. Brady House is represented by the colour Royal Blue and has the Totem of the Blue Tongue Lizard who is adaptable, calm and mysterious. Brady's motto is ' Strength through Integrity'.... Named for Br Brady whose presence at Lewisham was felt by all in the community through his everlasting love, kindness, care and compassion which he shared with everyone he came across.

22.01.2022 As we enter the last week of Term 3 and final assignments are due the WLC is getting busier and busier as students rush to finalise their work and print it off

21.01.2022 Congratulations to Christopher Candotti, Luke Criniti, Lachlan Garlick, Patrick Issa & Declan Walsh whose works have been chosen as finalists in the GreenWay Art Prize. The exhibition runs 6 - 15 November at Art Est. School in Leichhardt where you can view the works and vote for them in the peoples choice award More info at https://www.greenwayartprize.com.au/

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our 2020 Justice & Solidarity Prefect, Michael on being awarded the Archbishops Award for Student Excellence. The award recognises outstanding students in Catholic Schools and the positive contribution these students make to the community.

21.01.2022 Wynne House is represented by the colour Green and has the Totem of the Willy Wagtail who is fiery and protective. The Wagtail warns the clan of good and bad omens. Wynne’s motto is ‘Striving to Conquer’ Br Wynne was a strong believer in students extending their intellectual and sporting talents. He encouraged the expansion of secondary classes and it was common during this time to see our school at the top of the state in the Leaving Certificate results. Br Wynne believed in showing persistence when the going was tough. The building which incorporates the school canteen and classrooms is aptly dedicated to Br Wynne.

21.01.2022 Could this be you leading our choir? We are looking for a new music teacher, if this is you or someone you know please visit http://ow.ly/VMxo50AN1N9 to find out more and apply.

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Connor Stein and Henry Hoang who achieved 100% in Round Two of the Bebras Challenge seeing their names added to the Honour Roll. The goal of the Bebras Challenge is to promote computational thinking skills.

20.01.2022 For Fathers Day this year, CBHS Lewishams AP Identity Mr Dan Valencic has been out and about visiting some of our families. He has been learning a bit more about their story and how their Fathers and the important men in their lives are shaping them. Happy Father Day https://youtu.be/7y1RkqssmmA

20.01.2022 Year 8 went back in time today with a History incursion bringing the armour, weapons and history of the medieval times to life.

20.01.2022 With only a couple of days left we caught up with our Mo Bro's today to check on their progress. Visit https://au.movember.com/mospace/14494603 if you would like to help them hit their goal of raising $2,000 for Men's health.

20.01.2022 Tomorrow our Justice & Peace Group is holding a mufti day to support the Best Foot Forward Campaign which aims to raise funds to empower women & girls worldwide through education Every dollar donated tomorrow will be quadrupled Find out more or donate at https://www.charidy.com/bestfootforward

20.01.2022 Congratulations to ONeill House on being named the 2020 Br Gartland Cup Winners With most sports carnivals cancelled this year, co-curricular activities contributed the majority of ONeills 10,759 points ahead of Healy 2nd, Treacy 3rd & Brady 4th

20.01.2022 This week a group of students & staff are taking the Ration Challenge. They will be eating the same rations as a refugee & the money raised will provide emergency food & hygiene kits to refugees & communities around the world You can support them here https://schools.rationchallenge.org.au/cbhs-lewisham

20.01.2022 Next week Primary is taking part in the Great Book Swap to raise funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation Students will be bringing in books they no longer use to swap with each other for a small donation to the cause You can find out more https://go.greatbookswap.org.au//christian-brothers-high-s

19.01.2022 Looking for your first job, a new job, career advice or apprenticeships? Canterbury Bankstown Councils virtual jobs & skills fair will have thousands of job opportunities on offer over the 16th & 17th September. Click to register and find out more http://ow.ly/qJyt50BmHbf

18.01.2022 Gallagher House is represented by the colour Gold and has the Totem of the Goanna who is fast, agile and mythical. Gallagher’s motto is ' Where there is Unity, there is Victory'. Named for Br Gallagher who was known for his love of science and was considered a man before his time in the teaching of his discipline. He was President of the NSW Science Teachers’ Association. He was also awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia.

18.01.2022 As part of our NAIDOC Week celebrations we have been lucky enough to have Muggera at CBHS Lewisham working with our students on a number of dances including the Ngarpi or Emu Dance Always Was, Always Will Be Gadigal Land #NAIDOC2020

16.01.2022 A message from the Acting Principal We congratulate Br Conn cfc who has been elected Deputy Province Leader of the Christian Brothers in Oceania Province Full details here http://ow.ly/mgVy50APXNi

16.01.2022 Thursday was the CBHS MasterChef Mystery box challenge and also the last day in the kitchen for our Year 12 Hospitality class. Alex was crowned the champion with his lime, honey and garlic grilled chicken with sauted zucchini.

16.01.2022 Today we dedicated our Community Mass and student lead Rosary Group to #PrayForLebanon Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Lebanon and the families in our community affected

15.01.2022 Today we put our thoughts and prayers into action selling Manoosh before school raising $841 for the Australian Red Cross Beirut Explosion Appeal Thank you to Evettes Lunchbox for their very generous donation of Manoosh and to the Student Leaders and Senior Advocacy Group for leading this initiative

15.01.2022 Snapped on the playground during lunch last week were a few of our Seniors chatting over a game of checkers

15.01.2022 For Father's Day this year, CBHS Lewisham's AP Identity Mr Dan Valencic has been out and about visiting some of our families. He has been learning a bit more about their story and how their Father's and the important men in their lives are shaping them. Happy Father' Day https://youtu.be/7y1RkqssmmA

15.01.2022 Kearney House is represented by the colour Black and has the Totem of the Shark who is fast, a big force, moves with ease, speed and elegance. Large, but graceful, he is very much a protector of his tribe. Kearney’s motto is ‘Spirit and Strength through Knowledge’ Br Kearney was a man who exemplified the ideals of Edmund Ignatius Rice. At the age of 16, he had an acute awareness of his faith and compassion and decided to dedicate his life to the work of the Christian Brothers and trained in Ireland as a novice. By the age of 23, Br Kearney arrived in Australia and continued his teaching mission. Often described as a ‘gentleman, saint and scholar’ Br Kearney was able to mould the lives of those around him.

14.01.2022 This week in our Virtual Assembly a group of students will be presented with their White Cards & First Aid Certificates The DLC worked with Inner West Council , Marrickville Youth Resource Centre & Lifestart to give students the opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge

14.01.2022 Our Book Week Parade was a little delayed this year, but that didn't stop all our 'Curious Creatures' turning up last week.

13.01.2022 All Different, All Equal, All Lewo has had an upgrade The banner above the McDonald Centre is now a physical reminder of the Touchstone of Inclusive Community, holding the photo of every 2020 student and staff member Thank you to Atomic Tangerine for bringing our ideas to life

13.01.2022 After 13 years at CBHS Lewisham this week we said farewell to our Principal Br Paul Conn Br Conn leaves us to take up his position with the Christian Brothers' as Deputy Province Leader for the Oceania Province He will be greatly missed on campus and we wish him well

12.01.2022 Last week we were exhibiting the Year 11 Visual Arts and Photography classes works. Staff and students were able to view the works and chat to the exhibiting students

11.01.2022 TAFE NSW Virtual Open Day will take place on 9th & 10th September Students can explore live presentations, 360 virtual tours, participate in group or one-to-one sessions & find information they need to take the next step Go to https://www.tafensw.edu.au/open-day for more information

11.01.2022 Earlier this week Year 7 headed off to 'Our Big Kitchen' to prepare over 400 meals for people in need The General Manager of OBK reported back that that meals were prepared with plenty of heart & soul and remarked how proud the school & families must be of these young men

11.01.2022 As part of our Justice & Peace program each week a group of CBHS students visit Cairnsfoot School, who support students with intellectual disabilities Whilst we havent been able to visit in person we have been keeping up our connections via Zoom until we can meet again

11.01.2022 Last week CBHS Lewisham debated St Pats in the final round of CSDA competition winning 7 of 10 debates Our Senior A team competed for the last time, arguing fiercely that we are on the verge of revolution, while the undefeated 9Bs are readying for battle in the quarterfinals

11.01.2022 The latest addition to CBHS Lewishams clubs program is the Warhammer Club, held after school of a Thursday students work on their miniatures to build their armies and the strategies involved in the game itself. If you are interested in joining see Mr Bishop for more details

11.01.2022 Best of luck to our 'Albert Novati Award for Bandsman of the Year' winner Benjamin who has now also been nominated for ENCORE!

10.01.2022 Congratulations Ignatius we have our fingers and toes crossed for you!

10.01.2022 Congratulations Daniel in Year 12 for receiving the SSBEN 2020 VET Excellence Award in Hospitality This award recognises his hard work, positive attitude & outstanding feedback from his host employer #workplacementworks #VETexcellence #nationalskillsweek #2020HSC #realskillsforrealcareers... @ssbenworkplacement @workplacelearningnetwork

10.01.2022 As reigning champions O’Neill House is represented by the colour Orange and has the Totem of the Crocodile who strong, agile and fast. The crocodile takes his time and waits, he is patient and adaptable; territorial and protective. O’Neill’s motto is ‘With God as Guide, Seek the Best’ Br O'Neill was a powerfully built and active man. Thoroughness was his great characteristic: he aimed at perfection in all he did. He had a talent for organisation and management of affairs. Whilst Br O'Neill was Prinicpal at Lewisham, the current Chapel and Administration Building were completed. Br O'Neill had great pride and success in what he had accomplished. Br O'Neill was a diligent administrator and teacher with an eye for detail.

09.01.2022 Congratulations to O'Neill House on being named the 2020 Br Gartland Cup Winners With most sports carnivals cancelled this year, co-curricular activities contributed the majority of O'Neill's 10,759 points ahead of Healy 2nd, Treacy 3rd & Brady 4th

09.01.2022 This weekend in our 2020 Virtual Performance Space we are proud to present Thomas from Year 9 performing 1979 by the Smashing Pumpkins on Guitar https://youtu.be/zKzYEKVT-5I

09.01.2022 Dress code has been relaxed for our newly elected leaders and over 50 Year 11 students who are currently participating in the Movember campaign, raising over $1,000 so far for men’s health issues. If you would like to get involved please head to https://au.movember.com/mospace/14494603

09.01.2022 Magee House is represented by the colour Purple and has the Totem of the Fish who fast and adaptable. A quiet achiever, there are many and they vary. The fish represents and acknowledges family. Magee’s motto is ‘Courage, Knowledge, Potential’ Br Magee was born in Ireland and came to Australia at age 14. As a young man, Br Magee was lean, energetic, and skilled at handball and Rugby and was feared on the Rugby pitch for his blistering speed and agile nature. As a teacher and school leader his kind and humble nature coupled with his profound scholarship and retentive memory made him a hit amongst students.

09.01.2022 We wish our 2020 Year 12s all the best as you work your way through the HSC trials over the coming weeks. We are proud of your resilience and effort throughout your time at CBHS, but especially this year

08.01.2022 School returns for both students and staff tomorrow, Monday 12th October in full summer uniform. Just a reminder that students are not to be on campus before 8:15am and parents are currently not permitted on campus due to COVID restrictions.

08.01.2022 Year 9 Food Technology were in the school kitchens today preparing French-Canadian classic, Toutiere, as part of their food for special occasions unit

08.01.2022 Earlier this week Year 7 headed off to Our Big Kitchen to prepare over 400 meals for people in need The General Manager of OBK reported back that that meals were prepared with plenty of heart & soul and remarked how proud the school & families must be of these young men

07.01.2022 Gospel Spirituality Prefect John & Year 11 student Joseph visited Year 6 this week to talk about the tradition of praying the Rosary Next week Rosary boot camp is on at recess in the Chapel explaining the importance of the Rosary & demonstrating how to pray this important prayer

06.01.2022 The latest addition to CBHS Lewisham's clubs program is the Warhammer Club, held after school of a Thursday students work on their miniatures to build their armies and the strategies involved in the game itself. If you are interested in joining see Mr Bishop for more details

06.01.2022 We continued our Justice & Peace activities today for the people of Lebanon with Biscuits for Beirut Thank you to Jones Street Bakery for donating all the cookies for the event All proceeds were donated to Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney appeal for Lebanon

06.01.2022 Just a little musical entertainment for your holidays This week we bring you Ode to Joy by Beethoven as performed by the CBHS Lewisham Guitar Ensemble https://youtu.be/DpUt0pIxm-s

06.01.2022 Congratulations to our 2020 Justice & Solidarity Prefect, Michael on being awarded the Archbishop's Award for Student Excellence. The award recognises outstanding students in Catholic Schools and the positive contribution these students make to the community.

06.01.2022 To acknowledge R U Okay? Day our Student Leaders have organised a Mufti Day on Friday 11 September If you would like to wear Mufti please bring a gold coin which will be donated to the Black Puppy Foundation, an organisation that focuses on research into Youth Mental Health

05.01.2022 This week CBHS attended the Free Thinkers Forum organised by the Gifted and Talented Secondary Teachers Association. Callum spoke about the importance of education and his speech on the Overton Window received the award for Most Original Perspective.

05.01.2022 Treacy House is represented by the colour Red and has the Totem of the Platypus who is comical and adaptable. The platypus is very laid back and does his own thing, however very protective of his own mob Treacy’s motto is ‘Honour, Passion, Strength’ Br Treacy was the founder of the Christian Brothers in Australasia and was educated at the Christian Brothers' School in his native Ireland. Br Treacy was aged only 34 when he was appointed to lead the group which reached Melbourne in 1868. Br Treacy was known as a kind and sympathetic man. Br Treacy was an excellent administrator and businessman. His memory lives on at CBHS through the original school building which now houses the Lecture Theatre and Staff Room.

04.01.2022 Registrations are now open for the UNSW Gifted Students Programs. These summer holiday programs expand the minds of bright, inquisitive students looking for an intellectual challenge, whilst also meeting like minded peers. For more information visit http://ow.ly/x5EP50Ct0C8

04.01.2022 Congratulations to our Primary School Talent Show winners! Musicians, comedians and even a race to complete a Rubik's Cube made the judges job very difficult. A big thank you to everyone who stood up and took part

03.01.2022 We wish our 2020 Year 12's all the best as you work your way through the HSC trials over the coming weeks. We are proud of your resilience and effort throughout your time at CBHS, but especially this year

03.01.2022 Roosters Trainer and CBHS Lewo Old Boy Travis Touma was featured by the NRL last week for his work & influence in the community Travis played in the 2000 World Cup representing Lebanon before studying to become a physiotherapist Full article here http://ow.ly/GS8s50AOLJz

02.01.2022 With music performances cancelled due to new COVID guidelines we have decided to share some of our talented musicians with you over the coming weeks Leon in Year 7 has been working on Mazurka by F. Chopin https://youtu.be/qak6zzXbB1g

01.01.2022 Lifestart is offering a free interactive webinar series, starting tomorrow, to assist families in supporting their young men to have the skills & confidence to navigate early teen years. Click to learn more and register for the sessions that interest you http://ow.ly/WaDQ50BjyTi

01.01.2022 If you drop past Envy Deli Cafe in Summer Hill you might see some new art on the walls! In the first of many local collaborations Envy is showcasing nine French Impressionist inspired paintings by Year 7 students until 27th November Check them out at 109 Smith St, Summer Hill