Wyvern House Practice what you teach I was lucky enough to be chosen as one organised by Camille Softley and Bianca of the artists for this year’s ‘Practice Couchman. These exhibitions are for art What are you what you Teach’ exhibition at the teachers as practitioners and recognise Chrissie Cotter Gallery in Camperdown, us as practising artists in our own right. grateful for? Hugo There is, of course a symbiosis. As I Sharkey (Year 6) improve my own painting style, the boys benefit from this in the classroom. I am grateful that I am able to It was wonderful to be in a collective of appreciate what I have at any other school teachers and to be able to particular moment, and I am not talk to them about their artistic journey. fuelled by a materialistic desire for The added bonus of an exhibition is, of things which I don’t have. I am course, when someone likes your work grateful for this because I believe it enough to buy it. I was really excited by is the source of happiness. True two sales and a commission at this happiness stems from satisfaction exhibition. which is only possible through Artwork by Ms Meredith Buining Ms Meredith Buining gratitude and appreciation. that formed part of the ‘Practice what you Teach’ exhibition.Art Teacher, Wyvern House Behind-the-scenes heroes Saturday sport is an opportunity for boys maintaining and beautifying our school outlets, feeding the masses as well as to enjoy healthy activity whilst developing and surrounds, preparing pitches, raising funds to provide for sporting character and showcasing talent in a marking sidelines, erecting goalposts, programs and resources. safe and fair competition. The College is dismantling practice nets and providing Heads of Sport, team managers and extremely fortunate to use a varied team safe playing fields. coaches prepare teams for games, as of professionals and volunteers who On Saturdays, our medical staff are on well as providing care, feedback and make weekend sport possible. Just like standby from start to finish. They leadership. Referees do an incredible job our players, these contributors are vital prepare the boys for games, respond to officiating at matches, but sometimes cogs in the machinery behind injuries and keep both our participants go without any thanks. Administration Newington’s sport experience. and spectators safe with professional staff scaffold the organisation of sport Our groundskeepers do an amazing job care. Parent helpers often run food on Saturdays, liaising with opposition schools, councils, external coaches, referees, internal staff, transport companies and more, and communicate the logistics to parents and boys. Once it is all finished for another week, the dressing sheds are tidied and records are updated, before the organisation begins again for the next Saturday’s fixtures. The goal at Newington is to create a positive culture that ensures boys, staff, families and other support groups interact cohesively to promote a lifetime enjoyment of sport. Amidst the action- packed day of family logistics and sporting action, it is not easy to pause, reflect and appreciate the level of detail and organisation needed for a successful Saturday of sport. Thankfully, we can all easily display our gratitude for the many contributors by giving our best effort on and off the field, positively supporting and encouraging the participants and enjoying the occasion with respect for all involved. Members of the U/9 Rugby team Jack Putter (with ball), Jack Michos, Marcus Gorevski Mr Joel Wilson and Leonidas Spiropoulos playing against Cranbrook. Photo: Jared Leibowitz (ON 2013). Wyvern Sportsmaster GRATITUDE | NEWS SPRING 2018| 41