6 July 2018

Bellingen High School

NEWSLETTER Telephone: 02 66551 315 Fax: 02 66552 630 Website: http://www.bellingen-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Camp Creative 2019 is on from Monday January 14 to Friday January 18 2019. The Camp Creative Committee has again generously allocated scholarships to Bellingen High School. Students are free to apply for any course that is appropriate to their age and skill level. Students will need to complete the application form plus supply a brief letter with the reason for their scholarship nomination. Popular children’s courses fill up quickly so it is important students finalise scholarship choices ASAP. Course details can be found on the Camp Creative website at www.campcreative.com.au

Applications must be accompanied by the application form, a copy of which is in this Newsletter, can be found in the Camp Creative brochure or can be printed directly from the website. Applications should be marked “scholarship” with Bellingen High School written on the top of the application form, and be in to the school’s Front Office NO LATER than Thursday 30th August. Scholarships only cover the cost of the course, not material costs which can be expensive. These material costs can be found on the Camp Creative website.

There are also two scholarships donated by the Committee to mark the wonderful life and contributions of Uncle Tom Kelly. They are open to any student who identifies as an indigenous student and students are free to nominate any course relative to their age and skill level.

At the conclusion of the Camp students are asked to thank their sponsors in writing and these are forwarded to them. The sponsors enjoy hearing from students and it is integral to continued sponsorship.

Beauty and the Beast

Last weekend saw Bellingen High School create theatrical magic. Our production of

Beauty and the Beast brought the house down every night – climaxing in a standing

ovation on Saturday evening.

Truly a team effort from across the faculties, numerous staff came together to

collaborate with our students. The set relied on projections, a gamble that paid off

better in some sessions than others. A larger than anticipated crowd of primary

school children on Friday, led to a raucous and enthralled crowd, but also damaged

cabling. The remarkably skilled Tom Ruming from Year 12, had to put his

perfectionism aside and run with it, but had the dynamic display back to its full glory

by the evening show.

There were some stand out performances – Rosie Stephen captivated the audience

with her divine voice and feisty acting – she was a Belle not to be pushed around.

Her father, Maurice, was brought charmingly to life by Rogan Hunt. Duke

Cruickshank belted out Gaston with a swagger and panache, I’m pretty sure he

didn’t miss a note during the whole run. Tomas Pocilujko provided hilarious

slapstick and comic timing as the cowardly side kick LeFou. Janardan Curry was a

crowd favourite as Lumiere, the cheeky French candle stick - he fully embraced the

role with admirable physicality and an exemplary accent. Hunter Cruickshank,

Duke’s 14 year old brother, grew daily into his beastly role. His voice is magical,

tear-jerking, but the gruff side of the character was a challenge for this delightfully

modest young man. A challenge he accepted and excelled in. Aliyah Partington,

another Year 9 student was charming as the motherly Mrs Potts, bouncing off Oscar

Kanaley’s exuberant Chip. Yet another Year 9 student, Jessie O’Connor fully

displayed her versatility, nailing the flirtatious Babette – in direct contrast to her

outstanding performance as Little Red in our last musical. She’s definitely one to

watch out for in the future. Ben Gulliver personified the complex head butler and

clock Cogsworth, his steady tone and natural comic presence perfectly contrasted

Lumiere’s effervescence. Ross Texidor was sinister and intimidating and Rebecca

Hodgson’s Wardrobe was both

vacuous and vain, but with a great

voice.

The chorus came together to support

the cast; it was lovely to see the older

students mentoring their younger

peers. Although a challenging

experience, the hours put in by all

don’t bear counting, it was a delight to

work with such charming, industrious,

talented, kind and generous people

across the school. Well done everyone!

Lynda Lane Hunter Cruickshank (Beast)

CAPA Faculty

Kill the Beast!!

Duke Cruickshank (Gaston) and Chorus

Duke, Ross Texidor (Monsieur D’Arque) Janardan Curry (Lumiere) and Chorus

and Tomas Pocilujko (LeFou)

Duke and Rogan (Gaston and LeFou) Rosie Stephen (Belle) and Hunter (Beast)

From the Relieving Principal

As I sat listening to the prelude of Beauty and the Beast, I continued to marvel at the way our Bellingen High School community was brought together by this production. I have sat and listened to my own children’s favourite parts, as well as heard the opinions of their friends each retold with sheer enthusiasm. They like many other children in our broader high school community, cannot wait to come to Bellingen High School due to this very professionally executed work of art. The production showcased student talent, beyond their years and it instilled the importance of “community” in the students involved; those who worked backstage, who learnt the scripts, who were on the stage or part of the orchestra. Of course all of this was made possible through the hard work and dedication of all the staff involved. I would also like to recognise the effort of Claire and Lorraine from the Front Office who were on the door for every performance.

Students are receiving their reports today please take the opportunity to celebrate your students success and identify the areas where they could improve over the coming semester. Please contact the school if you would like to arrange a meeting with any of your child’s teachers.

I hope that everyone has a restful and safe holiday with all students returning on Tuesday July 24.

Tim Laverty

Careers News Year 12 Reminder

It is really important to keep an eye on the daily notices and Facebook pages for reminders about upcoming events. Students who are applying for university should have received an "Important Dates" poster this week. Please ensure this is placed somewhere noticeable at

home - fridge or bedroom wall.

Year 11/12 Post School Careers Expo

Don't miss this opportunity to visit the biggest careers expo on the North Coast being held on Wednesday 1st August. Permission notes and $5 are now overdue which were needed to

confirm transport arrangements. Students bringing notes after this date may miss the opportunity. Spare notes available from the Front Office or Careers noticeboard.

Parents of Year 11/12

If you use Facebook, please join our page "Bellingen High School Careers - Parents of Year 11/12 Students".

Year 10/11/12 SCU Open Days

The Open Day is being held from the 27th to 29th July and although we are not running a bus to this event, students considering Southern Cross University are encouraged to attend. Please see flyer attached to this newsletter.

Barista Workshop – All Years

Why not practise your Barista skills during the holidays at Urunga Neighbourhood Centre on Thursdays. See advertisement in this newsletter.

Frieda Gorman Careers, Welfare & VET Teacher

Ex Student Career Spotlight Name David McLagan

Year left Bellingen High School

1999

Current job title

Environmental Scientist at Environment and Climate Change Canada

Subjects studied in Years 11/12 Extension Maths, Extension Geography, English, Physics and PDHPE

Career pathway since leaving school

- Completed a degree in sports management at the

University of Canberra in 2003, managed an indoor sports centre in Sydney for 3 years.

- Moved to South America to teach English in Chile and Argentina for 18 months.

- Completed a degree in Environmental Science with 1st class honours at Griffith

University winning the University Medal in 2012.

- Completed PhD in Environmental Science/Chemistry in 2018 winning the Governor General’s Gold Medal at the University of Toronto in Canada focussed on atmospheric

mercury research.

- I am currently working in a short-term contract with Environment and Climate Change Canada monitoring gas emissions from the Canadian Oil Sands in Alberta, Canada.

In August 2018, I will move to Braunschweig, Germany to complete a 3-year post-doctoral research fellowship focussed on the cycling of mercury in contaminated environments.

Inspirations To drive the world to establish a more sustainable economic system that values future

generations equally to current generations. Equal standing for all regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, or belief

Challenges along the way Finding your niche in society where you could fight for your beliefs without becoming

alienated can be very difficult, but if you work hard and stay strong to yourself you can find your place.

Advice to current students Sometimes you have to do things outside of your comfort zone to not only reach your aspirations, but too really feel alive

Favourite school memory Playing Chess with Mr. Pomroy in the Year 12 Common Room during free periods.

2018 Write a Book in a Day

This year we had 5 teams of around 35 students. We now have until the 31st August

to continue fundraising for Kids Cancer Research. If each team reaches the $240

mark, then their books will be eligible for judging. That means that their books will

be distributed at hospitals around Australia so that children with cancer can enjoy the

magnificent efforts of our students. It also means that they could win.

The students spent 12 hours writing a book on the 20th June which involved team

planning and collaboration. They had to negotiate the content of their books, write,

illustrate, print and bind them. The result of their hard work will be hours of

entertaining reading for children in

hospitals. If you wish to donate to this

worthy cause and support one of our

Bellingen High School teams, please go to

https://writeabookinaday.com/teams

We would like to thank everyone who has

supported this event thus far: our

Hospitality students and Ms Hayward who

prepared hot chocolate and slices for

morning tea, the Bellingen Fairways Bistro at

the Golf Club that delivered lunch and the

Little Red Kitchen who opened specially for

us on a Wednesday so our writers could

have pizza for dinner. And of course a

massive thanks to all students involved. We

now have 5 new books in the Library for

everyone to borrow.

2018 Australia-Japan Relations Essay Contest

The 2018 Australia-Japan

Relations Essay Contest is now

open for all NSW and

Northern Territory secondary

school students. This is an

English language contest that is

open to all students, not only

those who are studying

Japanese.

The contest aims to encourage

an understanding of Japan and

Australia-Japan relations for

secondary school students.

Submissions close on Wednesday 22 August 2018 and must arrive at the Consulate-

General of Japan in Sydney by this date.

Please visit the website https://www.languagesnsw.com/japanese/2018-australia-japan-

relations-essay-contest-for-secondary-school-students#.WzFscKczYdU for the

contest's flyer, entry guidelines and essay cover sheet.

The first place winner in the Senior Division will receive a return economy class air

ticket to Japan, courtesy of Japan Airlines. In addition, the first place winner will be

provided with a 7-day Japan Rail Pass (Ordinary Class) and 3 nights’ accommodation

at Shiba Park Hotel in Tokyo (conditions apply, subject to availability), courtesy of

JTB Australia Pty Ltd.

The first place winner in the Junior Division will receive $300 worth of books of the

winner's own choice.

“Outstanding Essays” in both divisions will receive $50 worth of goods from Tokyo

Mart.

There will be prizes awarded in both divisions for “Highly Commended Essays”.

Each prize winner will also be awarded a certificate and plaque.

The School of the Year award will be given to the school with the highest percentage

of top quality essays, as deemed by the judges. The school will receive $400 worth of

books.

Haridian Ramirez

Teacher Librarian

From the Ag Plot Bell-Hy Dorper

Stud News

Our sheep flock is due to lamb early in Term 3. Year 9 and 10 Agriculture classes will be spending a lot of time getting them ready for showing next year. Of course, the most important thing is a lot of cute and healthy lambs.

The 2018 Orange Harvest Continues

The harvest is nearing the end. Each class has harvested, washed and graded oranges for sale. Students have learned that all oranges are different, and even an ugly old orange has value. The oranges were classed as First Grade, Juice Grade and Cattle Feed Grade.

All classes enjoyed a paddock to plate experience, very fresh orange juice. We all agreed that it was the best orange juice that we have ever tasted.

Calves are soooo cute

The calves have been a winner this term and the students have enjoyed learning how to provide the correct nutrition to keep them growing and healthy. Can’t wait for 2019, and another group of poddy calves.

Cattle News

The three Square Meater steers and two heifers have now settled down and are being trained by many students. It is a great sight, seeing so many young animals in the cattle yards. The Cattle Show Team and Year 10 Agriculture paraded 17 calves, this must be some kind of record at Bellingen High School. Well done everyone.

Hen invades Classroom

The Bellingen High School egg laying flock are truly free range. One lovely chook enters the Agriculture classroom, F10, every day in an effort to improve her literacy skills. This photo was taken during Period 6 last Friday. The chook enjoyed studying Climate Challenge with the Year 12 Agriculture class.

Paddock Rotation Begins The Red Poll Herd is now enjoying munching on beautiful Rye Grass. It makes a pretty picture watching the cows enter a paddock of long green grass. The students have learned the benefits of paddock rotation, and how to erect electric fences.

Primary Industries News Most students have now completed Cluster 1 (Safety) and Cluster 5 (Healthy Animals). For the next three weeks the students will concentrate on Cluster 2 (Working in the Industry). This unit contains two HSC units; Participate in environmentally sustainable practices and Work Effectively in the Industry.

Year 12 Agriculture Starts Last Chapter The students have started their last unit of work titled “Climate Challenge”. They will learn how farmers maintain animal and plant production even though nature throws some rather difficult weather conditions at them. They will also study the evidence for climate change and develop strategies to ensure future sustainable food production. That’s a real challenge.

Stephen Boyd Agriculture and Primary Industries Teacher

From the Library Our school Library are in the process of order a book entitled “Living Voice” written by Karen West which addresses the issue of organ donation. The book focuses on a 16 year old girl who learns her mother is in urgent need of a heart transplant. This is a beautifully written and sensitive look at the difficulties families of the donor and those waiting for an organ transplant face. The book is highly recommended for all teenagers in Year 9 and up. Born from the book is the Living Voice – Teen Organ Donor Awareness Inc. website http://www.livingvoice.com.au that links teenagers with up to date information about organ and tissue donation. The site also offers information and stories from people whose lives have been greatly improved by the generosity of others. You will also find links including Kids Help Line, where help and counselling are readily available and an Articles and Blogs section giving teens a platform to share stories or events that might be of interest to other teens.

Information for parents and carers

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL DATA COLLECTION? The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (the national data collection) is an annual collection that counts the number of school students receiving an adjustment due to disability and the level of reasonable adjustment they are receiving. The national data collection counts students who have been identified by a school team as receiving an adjustment to address a disability as defined under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (the DDA). The DDA can be accessed from the ComLaw website at www.comlaw.gov.au.

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT FOR MY CHILD? The aim of the national data collection is to collect quality information about school students receiving an adjustment due to disability in Australia. This information will help teachers, principals, education authorities and families to better support students with disability to take part in school on the same basis as other students. The national data collection provides an opportunity for schools to review their learning and support systems and processes to continually improve education outcomes for their students with disability.

WHY IS THIS DATA BEING COLLECTED? All schools across Australia collect information about students with disability. But the type of information currently collected varies between each state and territory and across government, Catholic and independent school sectors.

When undertaking the national data collection, every school in Australia uses the same method to collect information. Therefore, a government school in suburban Sydney collects and submits data in the same way as a Catholic school in country Victoria and an independent school in the Northern Territory. The annual collection aims to, over time, lead to nationally consistent, high quality data that will enable schools, education authorities and governments to gain a more complete understanding of students who are receiving adjustments because of disability in schools in Australia, and how to best support them.

WHAT ARE SCHOOLS REQUIRED TO DO FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY? All students are entitled to a quality learning experience at school. Schools are required to make reasonable adjustments, where needed, to assist students with disability to access and participate in education free from discrimination and on the same basis as other students. These responsibilities are outlined in the DDA and the Disability Standards for Education 2005 (the Standards). The Standards require educators, students, parents and others (e.g. allied health professionals) to work together so that students with disability can participate in education. The Standards can be accessed via the ComLaw website at www.comlaw.gov.au.

WHAT IS A REASONABLE ADJUSTMENT? A reasonable adjustment is a measure or action taken to help a student with disability access and participate in education on the same basis as other students. Reasonable adjustments reflect the assessed individual needs of the student, and are provided in consultation with the student and/or their parents and carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made across the whole school setting (e.g. ramps into school buildings), in the classroom (such as adapting teaching methods) and at an individual student level (e.g. extra tuition for a student with learning difficulties).

WHAT INFORMATION WILL BE COLLECTED? Every year your child’s school will collect the following information for each student receiving an adjustment due to disability:

the student’s level of education (i.e. primary or

secondary)

the student’s level of adjustment

the student’s broad type of disability.

The information collected by schools will be available to all governments to inform policy and program improvement for students with disability.

WHO IS INCLUDED IN THE NATIONAL DATA COLLECTION? The definition of disability for the national data collection is based on the broad definition under the DDA. For the purposes of the national data collection, students with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia or auditory processing disorder, as well as chronic health conditions like epilepsy or diabetes, that require monitoring and the provision of adjustments by the school, may be included.

WHO COLLECTS INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL DATA COLLECTION? Teachers and school staff count the number of students receiving an adjustment due to disability in their school, and the level of reasonable adjustment they are provided, based on:

consultation with parents and carers in the

course of determining and providing

reasonable adjustments

the school team’s observations and

professional judgements

any medical or other professional diagnosis

other relevant information.

School principals are responsible for ensuring the information identified about each student is accurate.

HOW IS MY CHILD’S PRIVACY PROTECTED? Protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all students and their families is essential and is an explicit focus of the national data collection. Personal details, such as student names or other identifying information, are not provided to local or federal education authorities. Further information about privacy is available from www.education.gov.au/notices.

IS THE NATIONAL DATA COLLECTION COMPULSORY? Yes. All education ministers agreed to full implementation of the national data collection from 2015. This means that all schools must now collect and submit information annually on the number of students receiving adjustments due to disability in their care, and the level of adjustment they receive. Information about the arrangements that may apply to your school in relation to this data collection is available from your child’s school principal and the relevant education authority.

FURTHER INFORMATION Contact your child’s school if you have further questions about the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability. You can also visit www.education.gov.au/nationally-consistent-collection-data-school-students-disability. An e-learning resource about the Disability Standards for Education 2005 is freely available for the use of individuals, families and communities at http://resource.dse.theeducationinstitute.edu.au/.

Sport News Gymnasts heading to NSW State

Championships

Bellingen High School Year 7

students, Caitlin Errey and

Asha Stagg recently

represented Bellingen High at

the CHS North Coast Regional

Gymnastics Championships held

in Woolgoolga on Friday 29th

June. The girls did really well

in their division and both have

been selected for the North

Coast team that will compete

at the NSW State Gymnastics

Championships to be held at

the Hunter Sports Centre on

Wednesday 8th August. Their

division team of 6 also includes students from Toormina and Macksville High

Schools, with all 6 girls selected being trained at Coffs Coast Gymnastics.

Caitlin and Asha will be raising money for their levy fees by selling North Coast

School Sports Association raffle tickets, so if you see them in town please support

them!

Bill Turner Trophy Winners!

Impervious to the icy wind blowing at Connell Park, Bellingen High recently

defeated Coffs Harbour High 5-2, winning the Mid North Coast area final in the

Bill Turner Trophy.

It was a great team effort with all players contributing which made it difficult to

single out the best performers; Sophie Boyd was fantastic in the midfield and

scored 2 goals; Ashley Sticker, Co-Captain scored 1 goal; Summer Hogan scored 2

goals and Elena Leek was strong in defence. Special mention must go to keeper

Aoife Carey who filled in for our regular keeper who was injured a few weeks ago.

This was only Aoife’s second game, and she did an amazing job. Our girls now go on

to play the winner of the Lower North Coast, Great Lakes College, Forster.

Bellingen even the score 1-1 with a

great finish from Summer Hogan

Sub in goal keeper Aoife Carey

who did an amazing job

Elena Leek proving tight in defence

Lara McLellan chasing down the ball

Dellah Kedzlie great in defence

Sophie Boyd not letting anyone past

in the midfield

Back row: Liz Hoy (coach),

Lara McLellan, Arkie Daro,

Elena Leek, Indiana

Brodbeck, Holly Pagulayan-

McCabe

Middle row: Dellah Kedzlie,

Lilly Bellew, Yasmin Ball,

Laeli Couper, Summer

Hogan, Tallara Doye

Front row: Bonnie Malt,

Sophie Boyd, Aoife Carey,

Ashleigh Sticker, Mia

Craggs

Relay Runners Rule

Bellingen High School had over 60 athletes compete at the Mid North Coast Zone

Athletics Carnival held at the Stadium in Coffs Harbour on Thursday, 21st June.

The official results are not out yet, however, it is certain that of the 9 schools

represented Bellingen High won 4 relays (12 years girls, 12 years boys, 15 years

girls, 16 years girls), came 2nd in 13 years boys and finished 3rd in 14 years girls, 16

years boys and 17 years boys to absolutely dominate the relay results.

Champion 12 year’s boys relay team – Champion 12 year’s girl’s team -

Tui Apanui, Sam Borgert, Bonnie Malt, Yasmin Ball,

Kynan Henwood, Brodie Young Charlie Chelman, Kaia Van Heuval

There were many outstanding results on the day but without the official results it

is difficult to pinpoint all of them. Just a few really outstanding results:

Yasmin Ball (12 years girls) - 2nd in the 15 years and under Triple Jump,

jumping over 9 metres.

Willow Neal (16 years girls) – 1st in Triple Jump, Long Jump, High Jump and

800m.

Sophie Keough (16 years girls) -got the triple – 1st in 100m, 200m and 400m

Kyan Upsall (13 years boys) - 1st in 800m and 3000m

This means that over 30 students (probably more when we get all the results) will

qualify for the North Coast Athletics Carnival to be held at Coffs Harbour

Stadium on Thursday 9th August.

Liz Hoy/Jon Winfer

Sport Organisers

Champion 15 years girls relay team – Champion 16 years girls relay team -

Ashley Sticker, Elena Leek, Sophie Keough, Emily Ruming,

Holly Pagulayan-McCabe, Codi Denham Brynne Couper, Willow Neal

Michael White flying high Willow Neal performing her

winning jump

Bellingen High School

P&C Meeting

Monday 13 August 2018

6pm Staff Common

Room

All Welcome!

DATES TO REMEMBER

JULY 1-8 Year 11 Aboriginal Studies Excursion 1-6 Senior Music Camp 8-15 NAIDOC Week 22-27 Junior Music Camp 23 Staff Development Day 24 Students Return Term 3 – Week A 27 NSW All Schools Cross Country

AUGUST 7 MNC Basketball (15’s) 9 NC Athletics 13 P&C Meeting 13-16 Northern NSW Futsal 19-24 Year 11 HSIE Sydney Excursion 20-31 Year 12 HSC Trial Exams 21-24 Year 10 Science 1/Maths 1 Excursion

SEPTEMBER 5 NSW CHS Athletics

6-8 Year 12 Business Studies Excursion 10 P&C Meeting 10-14 VALID Test – Year 10 Science

OCTOBER

17-18 NC Cricket 18-20 North Coast Nationals

29-2/11 VALID Test – Year 8 Science

NOVEMBER

2 MNC Beach Volleyball 7 NC SLS 8-11 Futsal Championships (Senior) 12 P&C Meeting 15 MNC Netball Gala Day (15’s) 19-21 Year 10 Geography Excursion 20 NC Beach Volleyball 22-25 Futsal Championships (Junior) 26 Year 10 Work Experience Starts

DECEMBER 10 P&C Meeting 12 Year 10 Work Experience Ends 19 Final Day for Students 20-21 Staff Development Days

Did you know?

The human heart creates enough pressure when it pumps out of the body to squirt blood over 9 metres.