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KINGAROY STATE HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER

This Newsletter has been made possible through the generous support of the businesses shown on the back cover and is a co-operative School Community effort. Office: (07) 4160 0666 Absence Line: (07) 4160 0660 Fax: (07) 4160 0600

Toomey Street Kingaroy 4610 Email: the.principal@kingaroyshs.eq.edu.au

Website: www.kingaroyshs.eq.edu.au www.facebook.com/Kingaroyhigh

Newsletter No 19 Friday November 28, 2014

Principal Helen Maudsley (Acting) Deputy Principal – Curriculum HR & Student Timetabling

Robyn Ferling (Acting) Lloyd Fairbairn

Assistants to the Principal Melissa Kempson (Acting), Eddie Groom (Acting)

EVERY DAY COUNTS - ACTIVE PARTICIPATION EVERY CLASS

STUDENTS

Congratulations are extended to Year 11 student, Jeana Yandog who has become the first Kingaroy High student to complete a certificate on the Microsoft Accreditation program which is internationally recognised. Jeana has been studying this as an extra to her subjects. She will receive the certificate directly from Microsoft, accrediting her for Word 2013. In addition, it is worth one QCE point.

Last Thursday night it was lovely to see a large number of Year 12 students at their Formal. Then on Friday we farewelled the entire 147 Year 12 students who are now on their way to making a difference in the world. They have been a great group of students to work with this year and I have no doubts that with continued hard work and focus, they will be successful in a wide variety of chosen fields.

To the parents of our departing Year 12 students, the staff at Kingaroy High extend gratitude to you for your work with your students as well as the partnerships that we have formed in order to create the best opportunities for your students. For a number of families this is the last child in the family to attend Kingaroy High so we wish you all the best for the future.

STAFF

There is always a lot of staff movement at this time of the year and 2014 is no different. We have had some staff departing this week and next: Mr Neil Walker, Miss Natalie Kefford, Mr James McLoughlin, Miss Aleisha Neumann, Miss Kasey Lowe, Mr Kerry Heit, Miss Jodie Charlton, Mrs Marilyn Stephens, Mrs Kerrianne Cullen and Mr Errol Kemp. As well, Mrs Glenys Rowe in the front office starts her break after this week. We extend our best wishes to all and thank you for your contributions in 2014.

JUNIOR SECONDARY

At present a large focus for the school is on the smooth transition of Year 6 and 7 students to the High School for 2015. This brings with it a slew of changes too. We currently have incoming primary school staff working with heads of Department and classroom teachers to plan the Year 7 curriculum for 2015.

Additionally the last of the enrolment interviews are being conducted this week for any student enrolling at Kingaroy High in Year 7 or 8 in 2015. If you know of someone who still requires an interview please remind them that in order to be enrolled, the interview must take place.

Next Wednesday night we will hold the final 2014 Parent Information night for Years 7 and 8 2015 parents and students. This will commence at 6:30pm with a BBQ in Keith Middleton Court (between the Assembly Hall and Canteen). After this we will move in groups to

various parts of the new building to both see what facilities are there and also to hear from a wide range of staff and students: Heads of Department, Junior Secondary Project Officer, Guidance Officer, Chaplain, Junior Secondary Leaders, Assistants to the Principal, Accelerated Reader staff and the Admin staff. The final part of the night will see a general information as well as questions and answers session. Please come along!

Helen Maudsley, Helen Maudsley, Helen Maudsley, Helen Maudsley, A/ PRINCIPAL

ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING

It’s been a busy time for our students in recent weeks with the end of semester assessment being completed. Year 10 and 11 students will complete their final assessment by this Friday afternoon. Students in Years 8 and 9 have been given an outline of their assessment dates and they will complete all their tasks by 5 December. Report Cards will be issued on the following dates:

YEAR 12

Friday 5 December: Exit Certificates available from Student Services

YEAR 11

Monday 8 December: Reports available from Student Services

YEAR 10

Monday 8 December: Reports available on TRANSITION NIGHT

Tuesday 9 December: Reports available from Student Services

YEARS 8 & 9

Thursday 11 December: Reports issued at 2:50pm.

Thanks to all families for supporting their child/ren throughout 2014. We look forward to your continued support for those who will have students at KSHS in 2015.

Lloyd FairbairnLloyd FairbairnLloyd FairbairnLloyd Fairbairn,,,, DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

COMING EVENTS

Friday 28 November � Final day for Year 10 & 11

Monday 1 Dec – Fri 5 Dec � Year 8 & 9 Blocked Assessment

Wednesday 3 December, 6:30pm � Year 7 and 8 2015 Parent NIght

Monday 8 December � Year 10 Transition Night

Thursday 11 December � Kingaroy High Aquathlon

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OUTSTANDING FEES

Statements for outstanding fees have recently been mailed home and should be paid before 5 December 2014. I thought I should advise you that if you have students going into Years 11 and 12 next year, old outstanding fees may incur a penalty. Students will not be entitled to hire a laptop and Year 12 students will not be able to purchase a school jersey until old fees have been settled or a payment plan is in place. If you wish to discuss this, please phone me during business hours on 41600610.

Wendy McCallum, Wendy McCallum, Wendy McCallum, Wendy McCallum, BUSINESS SERVICES M ANAGER

CORRECT SCHOOL UNIFORM FOR 2015

For 2015, every student requires a formal uniform. The formal shirt plus grey socks (boys) or blue socks (girls), are to be worn on the school’s formal day, Tuesday. Please also ensure you purchase appropriate footwear for your child. The goal is to have every student wearing black impervious leather shoes. This is quite easy to do given the large range available to choose from. Ensure your child has a pair of white crew socks for every day of the week too. The goal is to have every child in correct uniform, every day of the week. If there are any concerns please ensure your child visits Student Services for a uniform pass, with a note from their parent of course.

As 2014 draws to a close we say goodbye to a busy but exciting year at Kingaroy State High School. There have been many changes in Student Services and students have learned to work with all support staff under the Student Services banner. I would like to thank on behalf of the Student Services team, all the parents who have supported their child. May it be providing late slips, attending meetings with the Guidance Officer or Assistants to the Principals, each day has always been a productive one. Without your assistance your child would be unable to handle their school journey.

Please enjoy your well-earned holiday and come back next year in 2015, ready for a more exciting new challenges. Eddie Groom & Melissa Kempson, Eddie Groom & Melissa Kempson, Eddie Groom & Melissa Kempson, Eddie Groom & Melissa Kempson, ASSISTANTS TO THE PRINCIPAL (ACTING )

SWPBS TO PBL

SWPBS is having a name change as of next year due to a Departmental policy change. From January onwards SWPBS will be known as PBL (Positive Behaviour and Learning). This name change will have little to no affect on our progress as a school community in building positive relationships between staff, students and the wider community.

To keep you up to date from the past two weeks, we have been working toward developing our Behavioural Expectations Definitions, how we will be teaching those behaviours and how we will be able to acknowledge and reinforce appropriate behaviours. There will be a collaborative effort to monitor and correct behavioural errors by ensuring the consistency of consequences for major and repeated major behaviours. Data will be used to help guide our decision making and focus on problem areas/behaviours. Data will be used to help guide our decision making and focus on problem areas/behaviours and prevent them before they escalate. This will ensure that each student has the best possible access to a safe and supportive learning environment. “In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision” Dalai Lama

Matthew Davis, Matthew Davis, Matthew Davis, Matthew Davis, COMMITTEE MEMBER

MANUAL ARTS 2015 Some exciting changes are happening in the Trade Training Centre next year. Certificate 1 in Engineering will not be continued. Instead Certificate 2 in Engineering Pathways will begin. It will be delivered by Kingaroy staff, however, Bluedog Training will be the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and therefore all students participating in Certificate 1 in General Construction and Certificate 2 in Engineering Pathways will need to be enrolled with Bluedog.

The forms are being distributed this week. Please ask your child for the form. If they don’t have one they can be collected from Mr David Hill in Manual Arts or office reception. Safety boots. All Year 12 and 11 students have been asked to take their boots home over the holidays.

David Hill, David Hill, David Hill, David Hill, HOD M ANUAL ARTS (ACTING )

YEAR 9 NEWS

Year 9s looked to 2015 recently when they were issued with subject selection slips. Students attached the slips to pages in their diaries to remind themselves and their parents of their choices of electives for next year. Acting Deputy Principal Ms Robyn Ferling said that elective subjects were an opportunity to try a wide range of subjects before deciding on the best combination for Years 11 and 12. As we approach the finish line in 2014, we look forward to seeing the successes of current Year 9

students in 2015. MichaeMichaeMichaeMichael Stevens & Nerissa Maudsleyl Stevens & Nerissa Maudsleyl Stevens & Nerissa Maudsleyl Stevens & Nerissa Maudsley, YEAR 9 COORDINATORS

LIBRARY NEWS

Congratulations to the Year 12s on completing their schooling on such a positive note. Thank you for doing such a great job at returning library and textbooks promptly. There are only a few items still outstanding and hopefully these will be returned quickly.

Year 10 and 11 students must return all items before they finish on Friday. Students were given current loan lists several weeks ago and should know what is out in their name. The trick is checking that the book they return has the barcode listed for them. Again, no books should be given to teachers, left in classrooms or returned to storerooms. All library and textbooks must be returned through the library.

Year 8 and 9 students were advised of their current loans in Tuesday’s Form lesson. Any books they no longer require for the year need to be returned promptly.

ALL books must be returned by the end of this month. Next week the library data is being converted to a new system. For that reason, everything needs to be sorted and under control for a smooth transition.

Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, TEACHER-L IBRARIAN

ACCELERATED READER The Year 8 word count/class average competition has been very successful but the individual competitions for word count are still running. These successes will be celebrated during lunch breaks and published on school notices. It’s important that we all acknowledge those students who have been working hard towards improving their reading and comprehension skills.

Year 8 and 9 students have been participating in the Accelerated Reader program for almost 6 months. Some have done a huge job, reading and completing quizzes. Others, unfortunately, have resisted the process – failing to bring their books, not reading regularly, not completing tests. We would really encourage all students to keep reading. Read aloud. Read signs when driving. Read packaging when shopping. Read for pleasure. Read for information.

Keep track of any books read during the holidays so you can take the quizzes when you get back to school next year. Check the AR Book Find website to see what titles are included in the program (www.arbookfind.com.au). Some students have been pleasantly surprised when they do this! The list is regularly updated, so don’t give up on new books!

Finally, ALL Year 7, 8 and 9 students will be participating in the program in 2015. We are looking forward to great results in the new year.

Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, TEACHER-L IBRARIAN

DUKE OF EDINBURGH Congratulations to all the Bridge participants who have managed to complete their activities, get them signed off and return their books for final approval. We are still waiting on Area and State Approval and certificates, but hope these aren’t too far off.

For Bronze, Silver and Gold awardees it is suggested that you take some time over the holidays to complete your records and get any paperwork sorted so 2015 can start fresh and organised. Congratulations to Olivia Nicholson who has her award approved. Good luck with the next level because the journey can continue, even when you

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finish school. Participants have until their 25th birthdays to complete their awards and I know several past students are still working towards completing their Silver and Gold.

New registrations are welcome at any time of the year. If you have any questions about the Duke of Edinburgh program, contact the school or search on line at www.dukeofed.com.au and follow the prompts for Queensland. Thanks for your support and encouragement of this valuable program.

Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, Judy Conomos, D OF E COORDINATOR

FROM THE CHAPLAIN

Christmas RaffleChristmas RaffleChristmas RaffleChristmas Raffle: : : : Mr Don Alback has kindly donated a beautiful

wooden truck to the Chaplaincy Committee, which would make a great Christmas present. This toy is being raffled for a dollar a ticket. If you

would like a chance to win, tickets will be sold from the Chaplain’s Office in the Community Building. Money will go to the Chaplaincy Committee for 2015.

UniformsUniformsUniformsUniforms:::: If you have any uniform items that are no longer used by

your student but are still in good condition, please drop them in to me at the school so that other students can have use of them.

Christmas CarolsChristmas CarolsChristmas CarolsChristmas Carols:::: The Community Christmas Carols will be held on

Sunday 7th December in the Forecourt at the Kingaroy Town Hall. Food will be sold from 5.30pm and the Carols will start at 6.00pm. Come along and join in the fun!

A day hemmed in prayer seldom unravels. Ruth Wright,Ruth Wright,Ruth Wright,Ruth Wright, CHAPLAIN 41 600 686

P & C NEWS

Thanks to the Auxiliary for their donation of $10 000 and for all the volunteers, committee and Lorraine for their efforts. This makes a total of $72 000 donated this year and P&C is very grateful for this.

Volunteers URGENTLY Needed: The Chaplaincy Sub-Committee has run this year without a Chairperson and the Secretary position will be vacant next year. I think all of us agree that the Chaplaincy service is absolutely critical to the running of this school and we need parent reps to assist with this service. PLEASE consider becoming involved. We also need new volunteers for Canteen and the Mart Auction next year. Each does not require a huge time investment but greatly benefits our school in raising funds for major projects through the P&C. Canteen volunteers can be once a month or even if you can only do once a term that helps. Mart Auction is one Saturday morning every few months.

Paid Canteen Position: We are also seeking anyone interested in a paid casual canteen position. You will need to provide a detailed resume to the school office and have a blue card (or the ability to get one at your own cost). If you require further details, please contact Wendy McCallum on 41600666.

Best wishes to all departing staff members. Thank you for the contribution you have made to the school and I wish you the very best for the future.

Debbie Jackson, Debbie Jackson, Debbie Jackson, Debbie Jackson, P & C PRESIDENT

CANTEEN ROSTER

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

UNIFORMS FOR SALE: “Grace” full brim navy school hat – never worn – Size S/M $5; Senior Polo Shirt Size 18 – Good condition - $5; “Cougars’ navy trackpants Size 12 (Child) $10 and “Midford” navy trackpants Size Small $10 – both great condition. Call Kerry Mitchell on 0438887272 – Text Only Please. UNIFORMS FOR SALE: 2 X Size 16 School Blazers in excellent condition. $80 each. Phone Donna 0409 620 923 SCHOOL UNIFORMS: 2 x Small windcheaters - $20each; 3 x Medium girls navy shorts - $5 each; 3 x Size 16 Senior polo shirts - $5 each; 1 x school tie - $5; 1 x girls short sleeve formal shirt - $5; 1 x Size 18 formal skirt - $10; 1 x Boys grey shorts Size 12 - $5. Phone Jan 41627919.

MON 01/12/14 Mandy Blair

TUES 02/12/14 Debbie Litzow / Wilna Potgieter

WED 03/12/14 Vicki Rossi

THUR 04/12/14 Lyn Walters

FRI 05/12/14 Lynda Wearne

MON 08/12/14 Barbara Bell

TUES 09/12/14 Jeanene Maher

WED 10/12/14 Jan Lamborn

THUR 11/12/14 Leanne Rubesaame

FRI 12/12/14

If you are unable to work on your day, please try and swap with someone and let Lorraine know. If you can’t swap ring Lorraine on 41600676 or a/h

41622264.

HINTS & TIPS FOR USING SOCIAL MEDIA

� If you have raised an issue with a school or know that another person has, consider refraining from discussing those details on social media, particularly the names of anyone involved.

� Keep comments calm and polite, just as you would over the telephone or by email.

� If you encounter negative or derogatory content online which involves the school, hinders a child’s learning and/or affects the

school community at large, contact the school principal.

SPECIAL LUNCH MENU

For last 2 weeks of school for Years 8 & 9

MONDAY Fish and Chips $3.50

TUESDAY Hot Dogs Hot Dogs with cheese

$2.50 $2.80

WEDNESDAY Cup of Wedges $2.00

THURSDAY Pizza $2.00

FRIDAY Meatball Wrap $3.00

Lunch must be ordered and paid for at Morning Tea

SPIDERS - $2.50 Your choice of Quench with a scoop of icecream in a cup.

Only available at big lunch