coomealla high school issue 11 · by comparing last year’s energy audit and the energy audit for...

August 9, 2013

Issue 11

Inside this issue:

Principal’s Report Contacting Students

2

Climate Clever Energy Savers

3

Public Speaking 4

Swan Shield Win Athletics Carnival Results

5

Athletics Carnival Day 2 6/7

Student Photography Eftpos Yr 11 Chip Fundraiser

8

Community Notices 9

Calendar 10

Recipe Corner

Yr 8 Food Tech Class

11

Absence Notes

Quotable Quote

12

Coomealla HIGH SCHOOL Principal: Mr Rob Scotton

Deputy Principals: Ms Jo Crowley, Mr Neil Plumridge SIPs

Address: Silver City Highway, Dareton NSW 2717

Phone: 03 5027 4506 Fax: 03 5027 4837 Email: [email protected]

NEWSLETTER

LEARN TO LIVE

Athletics Carnival-Day 2

Chip Days Weeks

5 and 7.

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Order Form

Updated on our Website this fortnight:

Athletics Carnival-Day 2

Coomealla High School Newsletter

Principal’s Report

On Tuesday night Coomealla High School held a very successful parent/teacher evening. It is very important that parents feel comfortable to come to the school and talk with their children’s teachers. It is an essential communication that builds the collaboration between school and family.

It is also a two way communication, which many people forget. The teachers take this opportunity to tell parents about how their children are progressing and make suggestions for their continued improvement. Also a very important flow of information comes from the parents to the teachers. Communication about potential problems at home, family issues or change in behaviour at home is very important and can have a positive effect on how a student is taught, what support they might need at school and explain changes in behaviour noticed in class.

Good communication is the key to developing that positive partnership between school and home. It is always important to come to parent/teacher interviews. If you were unable to attend last week because of time constraints or would just like to talk to your son or daughter’s teachers, contact the school and make an appointment.

On Monday 12th August we will be holding a parent information evening for students in Year 10 who will be entering Year 11. This is a particularly important time with a great many new concepts and ideas to understand. The evening presents another opportunity to create that close collaboration with the school. A full understanding of the process of selecting subjects for senior school and the consequences that it brings will only assist with the success at school of these young people.

It seems unfair that important decisions such as whether or not to go to university have to be addressed at such any early age. However a poor choice of subjects can rule out getting an ATAR and attending a university from the start. That is why it is so very important that parents understand this process and can guide students through what can be a difficult and confusing time.

Effective two way communication is one of the cornerstones of a successful education. Both parents and teachers want the best for students. If there are issues outside the school which might impact on the performance of students it is important that the school is aware of these. If these issues are of a confidential nature they will be handled carefully. Likewise, if the school has concerns about the behaviour, educational performance or peer relations of a student then it is our duty to keep parents informed and work together to solve any potential problems.

Education is a joint effort between the school, the parents and the students themselves. If the collaborative balance is out between these groups then the successful education of the student can be at risk. If you have any concerns about your child’s education or have information to pass on please contact the school on 5027 4506.

Mr R Scotton

Important Parent Information

If you need to contact your child please do so before 3pm. If you ring after 3pm there is no guarantee that the message will reach your child.

Friday Afternoon Sport

If you need to contact your child please do so by 12.30pm. We will not be passing any messages on after this time.

Issue 11

Climate Clever Energy Savers

For the past term, Maddy Pollesel, Harleigh Ussher, DJ Sullivan, Jesse Martin, Jessica Mazey, Paige Ketting, Katelin Kemp, Callum Mackie and Jesse Anderson have been working on a project called the CCES to apply for a grant up to $2000. With this grant we can build an outdoor learning area for the school and cover the air-conditioning vents in the school’s science laboratories. This will help lower the school’s electricity bills. Students at Coomealla High School are very passionate about the environment. In previous years, the school has applied for and been granted solar panels and a heater for a science lab.

By comparing last year’s energy audit and the energy audit for 2013 we found out that:

The most electrical energy is used on air conditioners, lights, heaters and hot water systems. We used a little less energy on heating this year (because we have a new reverse cycle air conditioner in laboratory 4, bought with CCES funding in 2012, that uses less electricity than the old one). Although we used a similar amount of electrical energy to what was used in 2012, our school actually pays out less in electricity bills because last year we received funding and installed solar panels. We now save money on electricity.

Total Electrical Energy charges for June/July 2012 = $1,748.85 = 21,828.000 kWh Total Electrical Energy charges for June/July 2013 = $1,458.85 = 18,486.53.000 kWh

Electrical Energy used by the school:

351 kWh per day of energy on air conditioners in the summer.

1080 kWh per day on hot water systems. 193.864 kWh of energy on internal and external lights.

SO WE SAVED 3,341.47 kWh of electrical energy in the June/July 2013 period.

SO WE ARE SAVING $290.00 PER MONTH ON ELECTRICTY BILLS.

By Harleigh Ussher and Katelin Kemp


Public Speaking

Senior Intermediate

Junior

Ellen Fraser

Winner - Tied

Teagan Allen

Winner - Tied

Abbey Patterson

Winner

Demi Hewitt

Runner-up

Imogen Smith

Winner

Trinity Kervin

Runner-up

On August 7th, the Grand Final of the Public Speaking was held. Ellen Fraser (Yr 12) began the proceedings with an engaging speech on what contributes to success. Teagan Allen (Yr 11) entertained the audience with a humorous look at today’s world from the perspective of great, great grandparents. The adjudicators were unable to separate these speakers and declared a tie for the Senior Section.

Abbey Patterson (Yr 10) started the Intermediate Section with a witty consideration of common misconceptions. Demi Hewitt (Yr 10) spoke on the effects of magazine articles and image. Emily Smith (Yr 9) gave an informative discussion of the dangers of chemicals in our lives. The Intermediate public speaking winner was Abbey Patterson with Demi Hewitt being the runner-up.

Lachlan Whitchurch (Yr 8) presented his speech on winning a million dollars. Yr 8 student, Imogen Smith, won the Junior section with “Living in the Country is better than Living in the city”. Trinity Kervin (Yr 7) was judged runner-up after speaking about what gardening offers as a hobby.

A big thank you to Mrs Ward and Mrs Batchelor for acting as adjudicators.

Mrs R Buckley

Lachlan

Whitchurch

Junior

Participants

Emily Smith

Intermediate

Issue 11

Well Done Boys! – Swan Shield Win

On Thursday 18th July the Coomie Under 15 team travelled to Hay to play the next round of the Swan Shield against West Wyalong. It was a very blustery day, but the boys persevered and came out victorious 98 to 15.

The West Wyalong boys gave it a good crack with the team they had, but Coomie’s skill level and some size differences gave us the upper hand. However, this win should not be taken lightly as the teams out east do have some class about them.

Overall, the bus trip was mostly an enjoyable one and I would like to give a big thanks to Brian Tyers for volunteering to umpire and Mr Yager for his assistance with strapping and running water.

Well Done Boys!

The team consisted of:

Rhys Mutch, Justin Redpath, Kobe Mutch, Bailey Tyers, Bevan Wade, Bailey Chatterton, Colby Wade, Mathew Job, Cambell Davison, Jacob Ralph, Joel King, Derek Smith, Zac Witte, Jake Wakefield, Jarrod Brander, Louis Fasolino, Oliver Mangan, Jordan McKinnon (thanks for being the goal umpire), Geoff Bottrell and Jack Christensen.

Athletics Carnival Oxley makes it a clean sweep winning the Athletics Carnival in a convincing manner. Congratulations to all students who participated in events over the two days of the carnival. As always staff has done a tremendous job in ensuring the safe running of events.

1st Oxley - 9884 points 2nd Mitchell - 5941 points 3rd Sturt - 5722 points 4th Cook - 5212 points

Age Champions

Age Champion

Runner-Up

Age Champion

Runner-Up

12 Years

Imogen Smith

Jesse Jackson

13 Years

Megan Clothier

Jasmin Pohlner

Jacob Whitfield

Rohan O’Connor

14 Years

Mikaela Fraser

Sharie Bowes

Rhys Christian

Oliver Mangan

15 Years

Jade Pohlner

Stephanie Wescombe

Jacob Ralph

Bailey Tyers

16 Years

Lauren Fraser

Maddison Pollesel

Cameron Brander

Mitchell Davison

Open

Ellen Fraser

Sarah Watts

Riley Riordan

Ryan Tilley


Athletics Carnival Day 2

Issue 11


STUDENT PRIVACY, PHOTOGRAPHS, MEDIA and OUR NEWSLETTER / WEBSITE

There are strict rules regarding “disclosure of personal information” under the Freedom of information and Privacy Act. “Personal Information” is defined broadly and includes photographic images where an individual is identified or his or her identify is reasonably apparent from the photograph. Thus taking photographs can constitute a collection of personal information.

The position of this school, in complying with ACT is as follows:

1. INFORMATION/IMAGES IN SCHOOL NEWSLETTER and WEBSITE

All parents/carers are advised that this school will continue to highlight the achievements and activities of students of this school in the newsletter/website, both in photographic and written form. If a parent/carer DOES NOT want a students name or image to appear in the newsletters, written advice of this should be sent to the principal.

2. INFORMATION/IMAGES IN LOCAL MEDIA –Newspapers, Radio, TV

As a general rule consent of a student’s parent/carers will be sought when an individual student or small group of students will be identified by name, interviewed or otherwise featured in local media.

3. VIDEOTAPING OR PHOTOGRAPHING SCHOOL EVENTS

Where school events (eg concerts, sports carnivals, etc) are to be video taped by the school, parents and carers will be advised in advance and given the opportunity to not have their child included in the video.

There is, however, nothing to prevent parents or other family members or friends of students taking photographs or videos of school events.

4. PHOTOGRAPHY AT SCHOOL BY TEACHERS/SUPPORT STAFF

The school has implemented guidelines for students being photographed at school events such as socials, excursions, sport carnivals and the like. Generally, a student must agree to have their photo taken. Agreeing to pose individually or in a group will be taken as consent. Action photos of sport activity will be taken eg races.

EFTPOS

Mrs Pardoe proudly displaying the school’s new EFTPOS machine.

The new technology allows payments to the school for fees, excursions, etc to be made using your card via its savings or credit function.

Please note that there is NO CASH OUT option through the school:(

Our Eftpos facility is already proving to be a popular option with parents in an increasingly cashless society.

HOT CHIP DAYS — Year 11 Fundraiser 16th and 30th August

$4.00 per bag—sauce/gravy free

Orders into canteen by the preceding Wednesday.

Student Name: _____________________________

Year: ___________

Please support Year 11.

Tick one or both

No:_____ @ $4 No:_____ @ $4

Total: $ __________

16th August 30th August

Issue 11

‘Sunraysia Academy of Sport will be holding an information session for the 2013/14 SAS Athletics program on Tuesday August 13th at MADEC (entrance off Madden Ave) from 5:15-6pm.

This year there will be no limit to the number of athletes involved in the program. Any athletes aged 12-17 who want to improve their athletics skills and be part of an exciting program, please attend the information session.

Entry in to the program will be based on qualification standards. Parents and athletes are invited to listen to Olympian shooter, Alethea Sedgman, speak about her journey after the information session at 6pm at MADEC. For further information please contact the Academy Coordinator, Deanna Kennedy on 5021 3464.’

WHK Mildura Junior Heat Tryouts @ the Toyota Hothouse

Saturday August 24th, 31st and Saturday September 7th

Under 12 & Under 14 Boys & Girls 1pm – 3pm

Under 16 & Under 18 Boys & Girls 3pm – 5pm

More details available on 5023 2241


MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

12/8 A Week 5

Year 10 into 11 Parent/Teacher Night

13/8

Yr 10 Apprenticeship/SBATT Talk 9.10-9.40am

14/8 15/8 16/8

Year 10 into 11 Subject Selections Due

HOT CHIP DAY

19/8 B Week 6

VET Work Placement (Yr 11)

20/8

P&C Meeting 21/8 22/8 23/8

Newsletter 12

26/8 A Week 7

AZAI Visit

27/8

AZAI Visit

28/8

AZAI Visit

29/8

AZAI Visit

30/8

AZAI Visit

HOT CHIP DAY

2/9 B Week 8 3/9 4/9 5/9 6/9

Newsletter 13

Senior Formal 10, 11, 12

9/9 A Week 9

Regional Athletics

10/9 11/9 12/9 13/9

Year 11 Exams

16/9 B Week 10

Hockey

Year 11 Exams

17/9

P&C Meeting Year 11 Exams

18/9

Year 11 Exams

19/9

Year 11 Exams

Term 3 Formal Assembly

Yr 7-10 Interim Reports Issued

20/9

Newsletter 14

23/9

Spring Holidays

24/9 25/9 26/9 27/9

30/9 1/10 2/10 3/10 4/10

7/10 8/10 A Week 1 9/10 10/10 11/10

14/10 B Week 2

Table Tennis – junior Basketball – junior HSC Begins

15/10

P&C Meeting 16/10 17/10 18/10

Newsletter 15

21/10 A Week 3 22/10

Cricket - junior boys & girls

23/10 24/10 25/10

CALENDAR

Reminder: Thongs or canvas

shoes are NOT to be worn at school for

Issue 11

Recipe Corner: Yummy Pizza Scrolls

Ingredients:

2 cups SR flour

2 tablespoons butter

¾ cup milk

¼ cup sliced salami

¼ cup sliced ham

¼ finely chopped capsicum

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

¼ cup tomato paste

Method:

Preheat oven to 220 degrees C

Grease oven tray

Place flour into a large mixing bowl

Rub butter through the flour with your finger tips

Add ½ of the milk and mix through the flour with a spatula, add more milk if you need to, just until mixture holds together

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead lightly and roll dough out to an even thickness rectangular shape.

Cover the top of dough with tomato paste

Place all other ingredients on top and spread out evenly

Roll the dough into a cylinder , cut into even shapes and place on baking tray

Cook for 12-25 minutes, until scrolls are well risen and browned

Year 8 Food Technology Class

Coomealla High Newsletter Issue 11

Coomealla High School—Absence Note

Student Name: ___________________________ Year: ________Roll Group: ______________

My child was absent from school: Date/s ____________________________________________

Reason: ____________________________________________________________________

Signed: __________________________________Parent/Guardian

Coomealla High School—Absence Note

Student Name: ___________________________ Year: ________Roll Group: ______________

My child was absent from school: Date/s ____________________________________________

Reason: ____________________________________________________________________

Signed: __________________________________Parent/Guardian

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING ABSENTEE NOTES The DET Attendance Policy PD20050259 states that:

Parents are responsible for explaining the absences of their children from school promptly and within seven days to the school. (from Responsibilities, 2.1 point 3); and

A hard copy of the electronic record is to be generated weekly for the previous two-week period. The principal or delegated school executive must endorse this hard copy, certifying its accuracy. Once signed, this hard copy becomes the record of attendance and must not be amended. (4.2 Electronic Attendance Registers, 4.2.2)

Please send absentee notes to school promptly and, if you are going on

holidays, please inform the school in advance.

Quotable Quote:

You must be the change you wish to see in the world.

Mahatma Ghandi

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