SAI INSIGHTSTERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

MAKING NEWS

SUSTAINABILITY SYMPOSIUM

CROSS COUNTRY NCIS

UNIFORMS & YOGA

Sathya Sai CollegeCharacter Development & Academic

Achievement

WEEK 5

IMPORTANT DATES

7 June Whole school excursion – Courage to Care, Surfers Paradise

10 June Queens Birthday – pupil free day

21 June Winter solstice evening at school

27 June School photos

5 July Last day of Term 2

Social Issues – Non Violence

‘Non violence means avoiding not only external physical violence but also internal violence of spirit. You not only refuse to shoot a man, but you refuse to hate him.’ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

During weeks 5 and 6, the Sathya Sai Dungay campus will be focused on Non Violence and how it relates to social issues.

There are numerous world examples that can be referenced and how they have been resolved peacefully and without conflict. Some of which are the successful social movements of Gandhi in India and Martin Luther King, Jr. in the United States which led to the public’s realisation of completely new dimensions of non violent conflict resolution.

Non violence is both a principle and a practice.

At Sathya Sai we strive to enlighten students of both! We strive to mindfully approach all situations with a non violent stance. This is not always easy as we can become frustrated, annoyed and upset when we feel violated, especially something we are passionate about.

Taking the divine road is not always easy, however if we can just start with one thing—like truly forgiving a hurtful comment, we start to experience peace and happiness.

I encourage all to focus on living non violently and with time peace will be your reward. Justice will eventually prevail when choices are made from a place of love. A hurtful action, not the person, should be subdued.

Non violence involves consciously choosing peaceful behaviour in the midst of conflict, becoming an example of consideration to those around us and breaking the destructive cycle of retaliation when we believe we have been wronged. It means tapping into our inner wise one, and eliminating any negative thoughts or intentions.

Applying these principles of non violence will reduce conflict, anger and violence on personal, local, national and global levels.

Peaceful solutions, kind words, empathy, understanding and forgiveness all lie within us. We have to choose to access these values and then have the heart and conviction to live them!

Cal Atkins

02 PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

03 SUSTAINABILITY SYMPOSIUM

04 STAFF ABSENCES

05 RELIEF TEACHERS

06 UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

07 YEAR 7 EHV

08 CROSS COUNTRY NCIS

09 STAGE 4 TECH MANDATORY

10 STAGE 5 FOOD TECHNOLOGY

11 TAFE NSW CUP NETBALL

12 YEAR 9 MUSEUM EXHIBITS

13 YOGA

14 SUSTAINABILITY ADVERTISEMENT

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

SUSTAINABILTY SYMPOSIUM

This year, for the first time, both primary and secondary students on the Sathya Sai Sustainability Committee have been very fortunate to be invited to attend the inaugural Sustainability Symposium on the Gold Coast in May.

The whole day event was aimed at school students and teachers and encouraged the strengthening of sustainability education. Some of the popular speakers amongst the students were Melati Wijsen from Bye Bye Plastic Bags, Molly Steer from Straw No More and Holley Somerville-Knott from Tell Someone Who Cares.

The day was sponsored by the Tweed Shire Council who supplied the entry tickets and transportation. As an initiative to encourage sustainability education, the Tweed Council are also continuing to work with the school on our next major project.

The students were very inspired to act on sustainability within our school and local community and look forward to starting the next project. We hope to let you know further details in the next newsletter. Thank you to all those who attended and represented the school as mature, young, sensible adults.

Rachel Spence

NEWS

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

STAFF ABSENCES Unfortunately Mr & Mrs Chetty are both struggling with ill health. We all wish them both a fast recovery.

It is uncertain when they will return at this stage. Your patience and support for the casual teachers who are fulfilling their roles is greatly appreciated.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress please leave a message with Kirsty or contact me via email.

principal@sathyasai.nsw.edu.au

Thank you

Cal Atkins

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

RELIEVING TEACHERS Amanda Schaefer – Maths

I’d like to introduce myself, I am Amanda Schaefer. I am teaching Maths for a few weeks at Sathya Sai College. I love children and teaching Maths and hope to pass this love onto my students. Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any concerns.

Edwina Williams – English

Hello Sathya Sai families, I am Edwina Williams. I'm fortunate enough to be covering English classes for the time being at this beautiful school. I've been really impressed by the values demonstrated by the students at Sathya Sai and have been made to feel very welcome by both students and staff.

I consider it a privilege to have the opportunity to work in such a unique setting and I look forward to getting to know your children better, and to work with them over the coming weeks. I have lived in the area for just over eighteen months, having relocated from the Blue Mountains and have fully embraced life in the Tweed Valley. On weekends I coach my daughter's soccer team, so may see some of you at sporting fields sometime.

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

Thank you to all the students and families that have made the effort and changes necessary to comply with the school uniform. It is greatly appreciated as it reinforces the value of right conduct and highlights the students respect for the school.

For any families still uncertain of what the uniform requirements are they are listed below.

Hats

Green broad brimmed and only school hats are permitted

Hair

Students whose hair is below their collar are required to have it tied back. Hair decorations are to be in college colours. There are to be no extremes in hairstyles in cut, style or colour. Bright, lurid rinses and bleaches are not permitted. Accessories

Wearing of accessories should be kept to a minimum. The following are acceptable:

• Watches• Gold or silver studs or sleepers• One silver or gold ring• One single neck chain with or without a small simple pendant

Make Up

Mascara and light foundation is acceptable

Uniform for boys

Shorts Shorts knee length, grey

Shirt Shirt with collar, white (Logo on pocket)

Belt Black with silver buckle

SocksLong grey socks with green and yellow stripe White or black sports (to be worn on sports days)

ShoesTraditional black leather lace-up shoes or all black canvas shoes are acceptable. No joggers, high tops or boots

Uniform for girls

Winter uniform

Sports Uniform – Year 7 and 8 Monday and Thursdays; Year 9 and 10 Monday and Wednesdays

If students are not in the correct uniform, parents must inform the school in writing the reason why a student is not in school uniform for that day. This can be done via a written note or email: schooloffice_d@sathyasai.nsw.edu.au

Skirt Bottle green tartan

Blouse White Blouse with Logo on pocket

Socks White socks

Shoes

Traditional black leather lace-up shoes or all black canvas shoes are acceptable. No side buckles, skate shoes, soft ‘ballerina’, high tops, boots, or platform shoes

Jumper V- neck navy jumper with school logo

Jacket Zip Fleecy Jacket with school logo

Long pants Grey long pants for boys & green long pants for girls

Black Tights (Girls) Black tights

Sports Polo Polo shirt with collar (Must be worn for all school sports activities)

Sports Shorts Green Bottle green corded waisted shorts with zip pocket and school Initials (Must be worn for all school sports activities)

Track pants Bottle green track pants

Sports Shoes Quality joggers with cushioning of the sole of the foot and good ankle support is our requirement. No skate shoes, vans, flat rubber-soled shoes, Dunlop Volleys, flat sneakers as they do not offer support and safety for sporting activities. There is no colour requirements for shoes or laces.

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

YEAR 7 EHV Education in Human Values

Our five values: Love, Truth, Peace, Right Conduct and Non Violence.

For year 7 students our value focus was: “Right conduct lived as dependability.”

After a class discussion students were asked: “How does your family depend on YOU?”

Below are some responses.

Taila: Keeping my room tidy. Feeding our animals. Getting myself ready for school.

Elijah: I set and clear the mouse traps. Putting my clothes away. Making my bed.

Mia: When our chicks hatched I had to make sure they were all safe in their cage. I make sure our dog goes outside when he needs to. I take my lunch box out of my bag at the end of the day.

Millie: I look after my dog. Sometimes I cook. I pack the dishwasher.

Noah: I make my own lunch. Take out the rubbish. Clean and mop the bathroom.

Westley: Make a cup of tea for my nan. Cleaning the dishes. Keep my room tidy.

Sol: I cuddle my mum if she is sad. I make dinner once a week. I help unpack the car.

Reading students responses made me realise what a lovely and kind group of students I have the pleasure of teaching!

Blessings, Jane

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

CROSS COUNTRY NCISOn the 17th of May students from both the primary and high school campus headed down to Lennox Head for the annual North Coast Independent schools (NCIS) Cross Country. The day started with an overcast morning packed full of excited athletes ready to test their endurance against one another.

After walking the track, students became aware it was going to be a hard race with a lot of sand to push against. As the day unfolded, patches of rain and sunshine provided a blessing or a curse, for students.

Some athletes like Noah Bowden—a year 8 student from the high school campus—welcomed the cooling condition running 2mins faster than his school race, making him come 6th in the U14 boys. Noah will progress to the next round CIS in Sydney on the 13th of June. Good luck Noah.

Another incredible run on the day was 8 year old boy Xavier Clow. He pushed himself very hard on the day finishing 10th overall in the 8/9 boys. A huge effort especially being bottom of his age group. Well done Xav ie r. A l so a g igan t i c congratulations to all the students from Sathya Sai College who made it down for the day.

Furthermore, a massive thank you to the P& F ladies who ran a vegetarian BBQ for all of the schools, providing them with a nutritious home cooked meal for lunch.

Till next year, Kesh Inglis

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

STAGE 4 TECH MANDATORY

Term 2 Technology Mandatory stage 4 has seen the creation of a sewing/textiles area where students are re-purposing fabrics and materials to construct an owl door stop.

Students are learning to use an iron, Singer sewing machine and some basic hand stitching to complete the project.

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

STAGE 5 FOOD TECHNOLOGY

In Term 2 stage 5 food technology students are undertaking the unit on foods for special needs. The students had to create an attractive sandwich and fruit plate to appeal to young children.

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

TAFE NSW CUP NETBALL

In week 2, three netball teams from the high school campus headed north to Arkinstall Park, Tweed Heads to play in the Far North Coast TAFE NSW Cup netball competition. The day was full of students from independent, CSO and public schools providing the students with a range of athletes to compete against.

Our school had three teams; 7/8 girls, 9/10 girls and 9/10 boys. On the day the 9/10 teams got to play both against the boys and the girls. On the day the girls showed their dominance on a netball court showing great speed and agility.

All of the teams improved on the day with each game. Students will be heading back to Tweed Heads for the NCIS netball in term 3. Massive thank you to coach Leah and coach Annette for your tireless efforts with the teams.

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

YEAR 9 MUSEUM EXHIBITS

The year 9 HSIE class recently extended their studies of World War One through an Australian War Memorial Resource Box. The box contained a range of WWI artefacts, including uniforms, original postcards, medals, maps, hats and even a Two Up game with old one-penny coins.

The students enjoyed the opportunity to create museum exhibits with the artefacts and our Cadets were excited to compare the uniforms to their own modern versions.

Rachael Lebeter

TERM 2 WEEK 5 2019

YOGA A big thank you to the amazing yoga teacher Keenan, who volunteered his time to teach yoga to the Sathya Sai College Students this term.

His incredible energy was infectious and hopefully students will be drawn to incorporate a healthy, mindful yoga practice into their lives.

Sam Menzies

REUSE!! PLASTIC CUPS BRING THEM IN TO OUR CANTEEN!!

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

The Sathya Sai College canteen is asking for donations of plastic cups to be reused during lunch times for smoothies and other drinks. Thank you!

Please leave donations at the office or canteen (Wednesdays only)