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ISSUE #2328th July 2016

IN THIS ISSUE

PHONE NUMBERS Front Office 3897 2990

Primary Absentee3897 2793

Secondary Absentee3897 2792

Ben Stiller - Head of Senior School

Keeping the balance right between all that demands our attention throughout a hectic lifestyle can sometimes be extremely difficult. When this balance includes an increase in schoolwork or assessment deadlines, drafts, exams, part-time work, sport and extra-curricular pursuits, it can be even more difficult to manage.

Conversations had with students throughout the year regularly include an enquiry into their sleep and eating habits. Discussion will include the quantity and quality of sleep they are regularly getting, the barriers preventing them from better sleep habits, the effects any poor sleep habits are having on them - socially, emotionally, physically and academically, and ways to improve their sleep.

Research has found that teenagers need between nine and ten hours sleep each night to function best. In that nine to ten hours, the body experiences cycles of rapid eye movement and non-rapid eye movement states of sleep. For best functioning to occur, the body must experience enough cycles of each state of sleep (WebMD 2013). Best functioning includes a healthy immune system, the ability to maintain regular and steady moods, better attention span and decision making abilities, and improved lifestyle choices (diet/exercise etc).

One research study revealed that as few as only 15% of students are consistently getting eight and a half hours sleep during school nights. This resultant lack of sleep

is commonly linked to reduced academic performance in teenagers. Poor sleep also contributes to negative moods, risk taking behaviour, shortened attention span, lack of enthusiasm and motivation, decreased concentration (Sleep Medicine 2013).

As a new term starts up again, and exams and assessment begin to emerge, the need for quality and quantity of sleep becomes even more essential. Whilst some elements that contribute to poor sleep are unavoidable (eg. hormonal shifts, sleep disorders), there

are some things can be put in place to assist students get the sleep their body requires. Such things include; reducing hectic after school schedules, spending less time in front of stimulating entertainment (television, internet, gaming) in

the evening, reducing the exposure to bright lights before sleep (mobile phones, televisions and computers), avoiding sleep-ins, maintaining a dark and quiet room to sleep in, incorporating a relaxing bedtime routine (eg. warm shower), and avoiding the wrong food and drinks in the evenings (ABC Health and Wellbeing 2012). Studies have shown that as little thirty minutes more sleep a night on a regular basis, can make a very big difference to a student’s output and productivity.

In the weeks ahead, students are encouraged to find that balance needed, and prioritise those things that are most important, in order to achieve success in their academic pursuits.

ALUMNI - OUR OLYMPIC ATHLETESAshley Stoddart - Laser Radial Sailing2010 Mueller College Graduatehttp://rio2016.olympics.com.au/athlete/ashley-stoddart

Paul Adams - Skeet Shooting2009 Mueller College Graduatewww.rio2016.olympics.com.au/athlete/paul-adams

The ‘Digital Avalanche’ Seminar is designed to leave parents informed & more aware of the digital world & the role it plays in their child’s life. Did you know that research indicates that

ONE in THREE parents are completely unaware of their child’s activities online?As a parent it’s easy to become overwhelmed. But the online world is continuing to evolve & change,

& it cannot be ignored. In this practical & interactive session, Nathan’s goal is not to generatefear & concern, but rather help parents increase their understanding of the complex digital

world in which their child exists operates.

Key Outcomes:-       Insights into the current & emerging online trends.

-       Understanding the current issues teens are wrestling with online.-       How parents can actively help their child continue to have a positive & safe

experience as a social media user.-      Strategies & techniques to help promote open communication &

build trust.

Nathan 'Dubsy' Want is one of Australia’s emerging voices in youth culture. For the past decade, he has

been working with young people, speaking into their world and giving them the skills and resources

to navigate life. Nathan isn’t afraid to tackle the hard conversations and challenges

in their world. He currently represents the Halogen Foundation as their 'Foundational Leadership Speaker'.

Nathan's seminars are marked with high energy, story telling, personal experience, practical steps,

and relational connections with his audience. He has a remarkable ability

to offer young people inspiring and memorable insights that will have them talking well after the session ends.

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how to navigate social media as aparent and not be swept away

TUCKSHOP ROSTERThe Tuckshop is open five days a week, from 8:30am until 1:30pm. If you are available to help please contact Angie Tester on 3897 2766. Lunch is provided for volunteers.

ROSTERMonday 1st August | Friday 5th August

Mon: Julie, Glad

Tue: Emily, Misty

Wed: Bridgette, Jean, Kathleen, Evelyn

Thu: Serna, Leni, Michelle

Fri: Dila, Desleigh, Juliette, HELP DESPERATELY NEEDED

SUSHI avaIlable TUeSdayS & WedneSdayS!PRICe CHanGe: ChiCken nuggets - $3.60

PRIMARY PARENTS - PLEASE NOTE » Students are not allowed to buy directly from the

Tuckshop. All food must be pre-ordered via the classroom trays in the morning.

» Primary students must use seperate bags for Morning Tea & Lunch orders.

» Primary students cannot order ice blocks for Morning Tea.They may only be ordered for Lunch time

JULY

29 NEON Yr’s 1 to 6 Kids Night Out

29 School of Origin Rugby League #2

AUGUST

1 Year 10 Set Plans

2 Oztag Primary Boys Classic - Yr 5 & 6

4 Vicki Wilson Cup Netball Tournament

4-5 Primary District Athletics

IMPORTANT DATES

2017 TERM DATESPlease see the 2017 Term dates, as finalised below...

Term 1: Monday January 23 -Friday March 31

Term 2: Wednesday April 19 - Friday June 23 Term 3: Wednesday July 12 -Friday September 15

Term 4: Tuesday October 3 - Friday November 24

DENTAL VANThe Dental Van is at Mueller College for a limited time.

All Children with a Medicare Card are eligible for treatment from prep to year 10. These classes will be issued with Dental Forms.

Year 11 & 12 Students with a Health Care Card or who are Eligible for the Child Dental Benefit Scheme please come to the van to collect a form for treatment.

Please note: A PARENT IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL APPOINTMENTS WITH CHILDREN UNDER 15 YEARS OF AGE.

Please return Dental Forms as soon as possible and then an appointment will be issued via class or post.

Phone 0407 699 721 Monday - Thursday if you require any more information.

POSITION VACANT

GENERAL NEWS

Providing care for kids 6 weeks to Kindergarten

ENROL TODAYEARLY LEARNINGcentre @ MUELLER COLLEGE

6:30am - 6:00pm Mon to Fri | 75 Morris Rd, Rothwell 3897 2756 www.mueller.qld.edu.au/elc

Job Opening for Accounts Receivable Position at Mueller CollegeThe Role

• To invoice parents for school fees and collect amounts owing in a timely fashion.• Interview prospective families and explain fees and methods of payment to them.• Set up payment schedules for all families who request one.• Assess the financial position of families and make recommendations for concessions or special consideration.• Send out monthly statements and perform monthly procedures.• Maintain ongoing communication and follow-up overdue accounts.• Diligently document all interactions with parents.• Provide relief to the Receptionist as required.• Perform general administrative tasks.

The Person

• A Certificate IV in Business or experience in a related role.• Exhibit excellent people and communication skills.• Ability to enforce policy and resolve conflicts in a proactive, solutions-oriented manner.• Pay attention to detail and accurately process transactions.• Professional, reliable, flexible and organized.• A self-starter who is willing to learn.• A team player.

Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:10 p.m. This is a term time position working 38 hours per week only while school is in session.

Interested applicants who support Mueller College’s Christian ethos are invited to apply to David Litke, Chief Financial Officer. His e-mail address is d.litke@mueller.qld.edu.au or call 3897 2713 if you have any questions.

PRIMARY NEWS

NEON!Parents please note:NEON registration (sign-in) opens at 5pm on the lawn outside the Library (MPAC).

NEON runs from 5pm to 9pm Friday 29th July and is a lock-in event.

Bookings are now closed.Tickets will not be available for purchase on the night.

CONGRATULATIONS!Congratulations to Damian Feagaiga for making the Sunshine Coast Boys Softball Team. Damian was the only one from the Redcliffe District team to get selected.

What an outstanding achievement Damian, well done mate.

Mr HendriksPrimary PE Teacher/ Sports Coordinator

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SCHOOL OF ORIGIN

CAN YOU HELP? ART CLASSESThe school orchestra is performing at a street van in Caloundra on Saturday 6th August.They would like to be able to hand out donations of tinned food while there.

If anyone would like to assist with this, could they please drop of a tin of food to Student Services by 3rd August.

Your help is appreciated!

BRISBANE JR. THEATREBrisbane Jr. Theatre has an acting singing and dancing production class on Thursday afternoons in D29 for all students 5-18 years of age. Starting after the coming school holidays on July 14th at 3:30 after school to the end of term 3, BJT will be producing a workshop production of Shrek Jr. and will also explore numbers and scenes from Singing in the Rain our September Main Stage Holiday Show with performances at Mueller College Sept 30th and Oct 1st. The cost for being part of this class on Thursdays from 3:30-5pm each Thursday is $20 per class.

If you have questions or would like to enrol your studentcome along to the class or call Jack on 0402 320 239.

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THE NORTH PINE BUSH POETS GROUP Presents

Bush Poets’ Concert Fundraiser for Elizabeth

21st August 2016 On Sunday Afternoon 1:30pm

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And Friends

At The KALLANGUR COMMUNITY HALL

1480 ANZAC PARADE, KALLANGUR (NEXT TO THE OLD LIBRARY)

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Phone: (07) 3408 3219 FOR BOOKINGS

MUELLER COMMUNITY CHURCH

MUELLER COMMUNITY CHURCH

AMOS KIMBERLEYS TRIP

GRIT

COUNSELLOR

“Buzzwords” come and go. They become popular for a time and we seem to see and hear them everywhere and then they gradually disappear. One that’s been around for a while now is “Grit”.

I was thinking about it one day recently after receiving several emails with the word in the subject area, when I noticed a bus from another Rothwell school drive past and there emblazoned on the back was the word GRIT. This set me to wondering what the word actually means. A quick search on Google came up with definitions like “Firmness of character”, “Passion and perseverance for very long-term goals” and “Living life like it’s a marathon, not a sprint”.

Psychologist Angela Duckworth has done TED talks and written a book on the topic - Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Basically, grit means sticking to a task and not giving up. When we see an accomplished musician or athlete – we’re inclined to think how talented they are. What we don’t see are the thousands of hours they have put into practice to develop that talent. As a small child, Roger Federer spent countless hours walloping a ball up against his parents’ garage door – apparently driving his mother up the wall at times. I’ll write more about deliberate practice in a different article. Even though Federer is a very talented athlete, he still needs to practice.

After studying grit and wanting to foster it in her children, Duckworth and her husband have implemented a “hard thing rule” for everyone in the family. Each person (adults and children) has to have one difficult project to work on. They can select the area they want to pursue, and are encouraged to explore different areas. It’s something they must practice or do almost daily and they need to stick at it for a set time. Nobody is allowed to give up part-way through. All share their joys, frustrations and failures. She believes they are learning that failure is not the end and in allowing them to experience this, they will thrive and grow. Even experts struggle with frustration and failure. Studies have shown that it’s not always the most talented people who stick with things over the long haul. Talent certainly counts for something, but effort counts even more.

Thinking of grit as passion and perseverance for very long-term goals, I think of parenting. Once we have a child, we’re in for the long-term – actually lifetime. Parenting can delightful, but it can also be extremely frustrating too. No matter how frustrating it gets, we don’t give up but persevere and hang in there. At times we can feel like we’re failing, but we keep going. Parenting would have to be one of the best examples of grit that I can think of.

MCC Counsellor, Jenny Billingham is available for counselling for the Mueller Community (families, students and staff).

Please contact me on 3897 2706 or 0427 876 396 to make an appointment.

If the phone is unattended, please leave a message and I will return your call at the earliest opportunity. Jenny BillinghamCounsellor | Mueller Community Church

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Topic: Seeking Allah, Knowing God

6PM / MPAC / LEVEL 3EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE DR MARK DURIE

11.30AM / MPAC / LEVEL 2

Short reports from the field

FELLOWSHIP LUNCH

DR MARK DURIE

K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R

DR MARK DURIE — Theologian, Anglican Pastor, human rights activist, an internationally respected speaker, researcher, analyst of Islam and its impact on Christian communities; author of ‘Which God?’, ‘The Third Choice’, and ‘Liberty to the Captives’.

Books will be available for purchase.

Topic: The Ripening Harvest: Islamic Revival and implications for Christian MissionQ&A session / Child minding available Supper provided

7PM / MPAC / LEVEL 4DR MARK DURIE

S A T 2 0 A U G U S T

Topic: Freedom from fear

9.30AM / MPAC / LEVEL 3FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE DR MARK DURIE

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MISSIONS

CONFERENCE2016

SAFETY POLICIES

MUELLER COLLEGE TECHNOLOGY & ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY

MOBILE PHONES

Mobile phones are not permitted to be used at school between the start of the school day (8:35am) and the end of the school day (3:10pm).

Student Services N Block is available for students to hand in their mobile phones upon arrival, and collection at the end of the school day.

The school does not accept any responsibility for replacing lost, damaged or stolen phones or electrical devices whether at school or travelling to or from school, on excursions, camps or mission trips.

In emergency situations, parents and students should continue to make contact through Student Services.

Students are not permitted to use any recording or camera facilities while at school unless under direct instruction and direction of the supervising teacher. This action contravenes privacy laws.

MP3 players, iPods, headphones and earphones are not to be used during school hours, except in special curricular circumstances with teacher permission and supervision (E.g. Senior FTV and ITS lessons, travelling to and from excur-sions).

Personal laptops and computers (including iPads) are to be used only in lesson times under teacher permission and direction. They are not to be used during break times unless in the library or supervised computer laboratory (E.g. D13). Whilst at school they are the sole responsibility of the student. Lockers have been provided to store all electrical devices and school materials.

In exceptional circumstances (school camps / excursions) mobile phones may be permitted, however their use will be in accordance to the excursion ‘Phone Policy’, which determines times for phone usage by students, and the collection of student phones by staff each evening.

It is a criminal offence to use mobile phones or iPads to menace, harass or offend another person. Students who use their devices to engage in personal attacks, harass another person, or post private information about another person using SMS message, taking or sending photos of objectionable images or bullying other students, or who use vulgar, de-rogatory or obscene language while using a mobile phone or iPad will have their device confiscated for a period decided by the Head of College. Students should note that, in extreme cases, the school will involve the police.

Students found in possession of, or using phones or other electronic equipment outside of the policy guidelines stated above, will face disciplinary action and possible confiscation of the phone or device. Disciplinary action will be taken will be determined by Heads of Sub-schools, or the Head of College.

IPADS

iPads are a Mueller College equipment requirement. They are a learning tool, to be used under teacher supervision in teaching and learning environments, for teaching and learning purposes. They are not a substitute for other class equip-ment or textbook requirements, nor are they an entertainment device and should not be treated as such. Use of iPads at school outside of class times is not permitted as per the Student User Guide and Acceptable User Agreement.

Storage and transport guidelines should be followed at all times as per the Student User Guide and Acceptable User Agreement. All students are issued a Student User Agreement upon enrolment, which are to be signed by both student and parent / guardian, and returned at the start of the school year before their iPad can be used at school.

MUELLER COLLEGE TECHNOLOGY & ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY cont...

All inappropriate and unacceptable use of iPads will be dealt with under the Mueller College Behaviour Management Policy and discipline process. An electronic copy of the Mueller College Student User Guide and Acceptable Use Agreement can be found in Student Links on the Student Café, and Links in the Parent Lounge., and on the College website.

Social Networking – Electronic Media It is a condition of enrolment or continued enrolment at Mueller College that students adhere to the following boundaries in regard to computer use of social networking sites and electronic media. Students must demonstrate respect for others and their school.

Student must not make any comment on social networking sites (whether profile of user-generated content is identifiably theirs or belonging to someone else) or any other digital media including email that targets any Mueller College student or staff with perceived negative intent, or undermines the name or good work of the College.

Students must not upload to the Web images or videos taken on the College campus, or which identify the College in any way without permission of the Head of College.

SAFE BUS BEHAVIOUR – (To be reinforced by Parents please)

BEHAVIOUR

ACTIONS REQUIRED

Respect other people and property

• Treat other people and their possessions with respect. • Follow the teacher & driver’s directions without argument. • Do not cause damage to the bus in any way.

Wait for the bus in an orderly manner

• Wait well back from the bus (2m+) until it stops. • Stand quietly without calling out or shouting. • DO NOT play with balls on footpath. • Do not push other people in the line.

Whilst on the bus, conduct yourself in an orderly manner

STUDENTS SHOULD: • Always follow instructions from the teacher/ driver about

safety on the bus. • Sit properly on a seat if one is available (in an allocated seat if

directed by the teacher/ driver). • Stay seated – do not move around the bus. • Always wear a seat belt if bus fitted with seat belts. • Store bags under the seat or in appropriate luggage areas. • Speak quietly and not create unnecessary noise. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT: • Bully other students. • Place feet on the seat. • Fight, spit or use offensive language. • Throw any article around or from the bus. • Consume food or drink (except water). • Allow any part of their body to protrude out of the bus

windows. • Stand forward of the front seat.

Use designated stops • Get on and get off the bus at the correct designated stop. When getting off the bus, do so in an orderly manner

• Wait until the bus stops before standing to get off. • Get off the bus in a quiet and orderly fashion. • When you get off the bus, take two (2) big steps away from

the bus. • If an article is dropped under the bus DO NOT retrieve it. • Never cross the road in front of or behind the

bus; wait until the bus has moved away and it is safe to cross the road.

In case of an emergency or a breakdown, follow the driver’s directions

• Wait until the bus stops before standing to get off. • Leave the bus in a quiet and orderly fashion. • Wait in the area indicated by the driver.

DANGER: If you can touch the bus, the driver may not see you and you are in danger.

NOTES: 1. If at possible – children NOT to cross road after getting off bus (try to drop off/pick up on same side as bus). 2. If not possible – teach child how & where to cross road, for example: (a) after bus has moved away, look to the right, then left, then right again - and then cross if clear; (b) if possible use Lights / Pedestrian crossings to cross road). 3. Continually reinforce rules. 4. Be alert to non-regular situations – for example, if raining & parent stops on opposite side of road to usual.