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Dear Parents, Every day I am impressed by the achievements of Wavell students in and outside the classroom. Whilst the number one focus at Wavell is academic performance, the
extra curricular programs that support this focus in the arts and sport, are a feature of Wavell that our community should be proud of. The Senior and Junior dance troupes, under the leadership of dance teacher Miss Farrelly and supported by Miss Broad, had some solid performances recently at the Brisbane Dance Eisteddfod. Our Seniors achieved a fourth place and the Juniors received a highly commended award. I would like to congratulate all students, teachers and parents involved in the competition and thank them for their many hours rehearsing for the competitions. The preparation for dance eisteddfod was this year, made even more challenging due to its proximity to our school musical. Music at Wavell continues to thrive. This was clearly evident with the recent Showcase Concert held on Friday, 29 May. A wonderful concert was held with very entertaining acts which highlight the fantastic talents of our music students and teachers. I would like to offer my congratulations to the hardworking Music Committee parents for their smooth organisation of the night. Sincere thanks go to the Instrumental Music teachers – Mrs Jones, Ms Piggott, Mrs Baldwin, Mrs Cull and Mr Mitchell for their expert tuition and preparation of the students. Six students have been recently named in Queensland School Sporting teams to compete at upcoming National Titles – Nandia Els (15 years Netball); Dejzha Pene, Carl Jackson, Jack Paterson (15 years Rugby League) and two students in the Open Rugby League State Squad – Yessie Fauid and Jack Lote. I wish these students well in their respective competitions. I am sure Wavell will see further cause for celebration as the sporting calendar progresses. With more state sporting carnivals yet to be held, we should see more Wavell students selected to represent Queensland. Last week, Year 10 students participated in a highly effective Careers Day. Students were able to interact with members from a wide range of professions and trades to assist them to make informed decisions as they continue to plan their senior school career pathway. Thank you to the Year 10 staff for their expert organisation of the day. All students and teachers are now in exam mode. I am confident students are well prepared to do their best. The Year 12 results achieved will contribute towards the seniors’ exit results and form a large part of the assessment used to rank students within their subjects later in the year. It is important all students continue to aspire and achieve the best possible academic outcome. The effort made by each student in preparation, is what makes
the difference. Year 12 students continue after the exams on vital work to ensure they are best placed on exit from secondary school. It is essential that all are in attendance. Our Year 12s will complete their second and final QCS Practice Test following the exams on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 June. This is fundamental preparation for students who wish to sit the actual QCS Test in Term 3. There is also a compulsory Certificate 1 in Information and Digital Media workshop for Year 12 Non-OP students which students MUST attend in order to complete the certificate. Report cards for all students will be POSTED home on the last day of term, Friday 26 June. The reports will be accompanied by booking instructions for the Parent Teacher Interviews - Tuesday, 21 July from 3:30pm – 7:00pm. Families are reminded to finalise any outstanding school resource and textbook charges and subject levies before the end of Term 2. The final week of Term 2 involves many extra curricular activities: Year 7 Camp to Noosa North Shore, Year 10 Work Experience, and Work Experience for some Senior Certificate courses. Parents of Year 9 students will soon receive a letter detailing the Human Relationship Education program. Year 9 students will also be involved in assessment tasks on our second Science Day on Thursday, 25 June. This day is a compulsory event. School continues for all students up to and including Friday, 26 June. Please remember to ensure your child understands that every day at school counts. I expect all students to be in full time attendance and engaged in learning until the very last day of term. Parents are expected to support this requirement and any legitimate absence explained by a note or phone call to the school. Enrolment interviews for Year 7 2016 will occur over the next week – please ensure you have submitted enrolment applications for 2016. If you have friends considering Wavell High for 2016, please encourage them to submit an enrolment application as soon as possible. Your assistance to finalise enrolments promptly is appreciated.
P D Turner Acting Principal
Newsletter Issue No. 8 5 June, 2015
P & C - Tuesday, 16 June 2015, at 7:30pm in the Admin Building. All Welcome!
Telopia Avenue, Wavell Heights, PO Box 384, Nundah 4012 Ph: 07 3350 0333 Fax: 07 3350 0300 www.wavellshs.eq.edu.au
From the Principal
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavour.”
Truman Capote
Year 10 Careers Day
On Tuesday 2 June, Wavell was delighted to host a Kedron Wavell “Mystery Morning Tea”. Members were treated to a student presentation on the “Premier’s Tour to Gallipoli”. They viewed our magnificent mural, tribute to the ANZAC Spirit and enjoyed a morning tea with our student RSL representatives. Picture on right.
REMINDER
Queen’s Birthday Holiday Monday 8 June
Mystery Morning Tea
TJ Ryan Award
Congratulations to Rose Foster 2014 School Captain who received a 2015 TJ Ryan Highly Commended Award. Pictured: Ms Di Farmer (Member for Bulimba), Rose and Mr Major.
As part of Year 10 Career Education, students participated in a Careers Expo held at school on Wednesday, 27 May. Students were given advice and information regarding available options at school and externally, to complement their studies in Years 11 and 12. All students were invited to attend a range of talks and presentations from a wide range of guest speakers.
Semester I Examinations: These dates are inclusive:
Year 12 5 June → 19 June Year 11 5 June → 17 June Year 10 12 June → 16 June Years 7, 8 & 9 15 June → 16 June
Semester One Reports Posted home
Friday, 26 June 2015 Your postal address must be correct to ensure
reports are delivered!
Parent - Teacher Interviews Tuesday, 21 July 2015, 3:30pm - 7:00pm Booking details will be mailed with reports. Parents log on to “Parent Teacher Online”
via the school website. Bookings open: 8:00am Monday, 13 July
close: 8:00am Monday, 20 July Families without internet access may like to utilise the
free service provided by BCC libraries. For further assistance contact;
Principal’s secretary 3350 0301. We look forward to meeting with you!
Diary DatesDiary DatesDiary DatesDiary Dates
Tuesday 9 June � 2016 Junior Secondary Enrolment Interviews: 1:00pm to 4:00pm � Pre-Formal & Formal tickets go on sale Wednesday 10 June � 2016 Junior Secondary Enrolment Interviews: 1:00pm to 4:00pm � Year 8 & Senior A QDU Debating Round 4 � Dance Committee Meeting 7:00pm; Music Committee 7:30pm Thursday 11 June � 2016 Junior Secondary Enrolment Interviews: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Friday 12 June � Year 10 Semester 1 Examinations commence (12 - 16 June) � 2016 Junior Secondary Enrolment Interviews: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Saturday 13 June � 2016 Junior Secondary Enrolment Interviews: 9:00pm to 3:00pm Monday 15 June � Years 7, 8 & 9 Semester 1 Examinations commence (15 - 16 June) Tuesday 16 June � Combined Shops Committee Meeting in A Block 2:30pm � P&C Meeting 7:30pm Wednesday 17 June � Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11 normal classes resume � Year 8 Business /IT Day : Lessons 1 & 2 Thursday 18 June � Year 12 QCS Practice Test and Certificate I Workshop in Hall Friday 19 June � Year 12 QCS Practice Test and Certificate I Workshop in Hall � Year 12 Semester 1 Examinations conclude � Year 7 Rugby League students Super Clinic: Lessons 1B - 4
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Combined Shop Hours - Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:15am - 11:15am
IMPORTANT Please remember to notify the school of any
change of address or contact phone numbers or parent email addresses for your student.
Absentee Phone Line 3350 0303
Year 7 Basketball
Congratulations to Wavell’s first Year 7 Metropolitan Finalists: Ruby Zeidler, Mikayla Hausler, Grace Eaves, Abbi Kennedy, Ruby Hall, Charlotte Metcalf, Kiara Johnson, Ella Graham, Kalista Niu and Zoe Wieden. A well fought victory. Well done!
Showcase Concert
The Instrumental Music Program was highlighted at the Showcase Concert on Friday, 29 May. It was a fantastic event under the direction of Mrs Jones and coordinated by Ms Piggott. The event showcased the diverse talents of our instrumental music and formally introduced our two new teachers Ms Baldwin and Mr Mitchell. The showcase was also the debut for our Junior Choir under the direction of Mrs Cull. Well done to all students and teachers!
This international award is an exciting youth development program now offered by Wavell. The program is for those aged between 14 and 25 and comprises three levels – Bronze, Silver or Gold. Each level involves participating in a Skill, Adventurous Journey, Physical Recreation and Community Service element. Young people choose activities and set goals to complete their award level. Students in Years 10 to 12 can earn credits towards their Queensland Certificate of Education. The awards are recognised by tertiary institutions and may help to secure a job. Please contact Wavell’s Award Leader, Mrs Raftery at [email protected] or visit the website www.dukesaward.qld.gov.au
Daniel Morcombe Child Safety
Today’s Wavell Development Program lesson for Years 7, 8 & 9 students was based on the Daniel Morcombe Child Safety curriculum. Parents were advised by email last week about the lesson. A handbook for parents is available on our school website. It is important that the key safety messages to Recognise, React and Report are reinforced, both at school and home. I encourage you to talk with your child to help them stay safe now and in the future.
Our Junior and Senior Dance Troupes competed in the Brisbane Dance Eisteddfod on Friday, 29 and Thursday, 28 May. Wavell achieved some excellent results including fourth place for ‘Doll House’ (Senior), and Highly Commended for ‘Chandelier’ (Junior). The large scale competition was a great experience for our Dance students who demonstrated exceptional professionalism and team spirit. Special thanks must go to the dance committee who assisted with sewing the beautiful costumes. Congratulations and well done to Miss Farrelly and the dancers.
Dance Eisteddfod Success
League U18 State Titles
The U/18 Schoolboys State Rugby League carnival was recently held at Arana Hills with a strong Wavell presence of both staff and players. However, in a high quality contest our boys were beaten in the finals by Capricornia, in extra time. Outstanding effort boys! Big congratulations to Yessie Fauid and Jack Lote who were selected in the Queensland team to contest the National Titles later in the year.
Homecoming Report
Year 9 Art Excursion
Year 9 Art students attended an Art excursion at the QUT Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and the Queensland Art Gallery. The day started at QUT Art Gallery observing the new “Garden” exhibition. Then they walked to Southbank for a quick lunch break before heading to exciting GOMA to view an array of digital art works, mirrored sculptures and even an ‘Obliteration Room’ which students were able to interact with. Overall, the day was a success! Many students hadn’t been to an Art gallery, and returned to school with a fresh new perspective and appreciation of the Art world! Pictured: Maxwell Thompson in the Obliteration Room.
Wednesday, 3 June saw Wavell host the annual Rugby League Homecoming games. This year we intro-duced our new elec-tronic score-board. The home ground advantage set a great atmosphere with the results as follows; Year 7s Blue 22, Red 20; Year 8s won 18-10, Year 9s won 30-4. The Open IIs 18 all and Year 10s defeated 28-16. A parochial home crowd gave the Open 1s a massive lift in the main game. The welcome tunnel stretched all the way from the dressing sheds to the half way line. This obviously fired up the boys as they came out in blistering form. However, Keerba Park came out the winners with the final result of 18-10. Thank you to all teachers, parents and students who attended and assisted at this event.
2016 Music Scholarships ∗ School of Excellence in Music ∗ Variety of Ensembles ∗ Extensive Performance Opportunities
within and beyond the School Community Applications close: Friday, 17 July
For more information please: Visit our Website: wavellshs.eq.edu.au or Contact: Ms Piggott at [email protected]
Duke of Edinburgh Awards
