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ISSUE #14 14th May 2015
DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY...
Easier said than done, if only we could all
walk around singing the words of Bob
Marley every day!
The life of a student is stressful and
provides many sources of anxiety. Course
loads, exams, study schedules, NAPLAN,
extra-curricular activities, work and
personal relationships are some of many
things students are juggling. With this kind
of roster facing the average student, it’s
easy to see how their mental and physical
energies can be taxed to the limit in a very
short time.
Teachers and parents constantly report
increases in students’ levels of anxiety,
sometimes recognised through school
refusal, illness, increase absenteeism,
disengagement and low self-belief.
Students can start to develop negative
mindsets or “mind viruses” which if left
unattended to, can become crippling. I’m
a failure, I’m all alone, I can’t do this, I
want to give up, I am/made a mistake.
While words of encouragement and
affirmation are important in response to
these mindsets, just as critical is the
modelling of positive coping responses by
parents and other ‘significant’ adults.
Good modelling involves;
1. Showing students how to cope with
emotions (not just telling them). It involves
showing those with anxiety how you use
helpful self-talk in a difficult situation (eg
“This looks a bit scary, but I’ll give it a go”).
2. Discouraging avoidance. Sometimes
when students say they feel sick, they are
describing feeling anxious. It is important
that they do not avoid things like school or
homework unnecessarily.
3. Encouraging students with anxiety to
attempt new things and praising them for
trying. There is significance in
emphasising ‘trying’ rather than success
when anxiety is an area of difficulty.
4. Modelling the practise of coping skills.
Practise using coping strategies for
challenging situations. Help your student
talk about problems and support them to
come up with possible solutions.
5. Avoiding getting angry as a response. If
a student simply refuses to do something
even after you have encouraged them and
broken the task into steps, it may simply
be overwhelming at that time. Sometimes,
backing off and praising them for doing as
much as they could is needed, later trying
again with smaller steps and again
encouraging them to have a go, one small
step at a time.
Anxiety affects everyone, the number of
triggers and sources growing all the time.
The above steps are useful and can work,
however they are all merely self-help
remedies and fixes, as is singing a Bob
Marley song. Above and beyond all this is
a mental and spiritual peace that can be
sought and found through the ultimate
parent, psychologist, doctor and mentor –
Jesus Christ. He promises to supply rest
and a peace that no man can comprehend
or explain – if we just “come to him, all
those who are weary and burdened” –
Matthew 11:28
More information can be found at:
www.kidsmatter.edu.au/families/mental-
health-difficulties/anxiety
In this issue
Free Dress Day
Fete Armbands
Important Dates
Voc Ed News
Other News
Mueller News
Mueller Community Church
Fete News
Fete Sponsors
Front Office
3897 2990
Primary Absentee
3897 2793
Secondary Absentee
3897 2792
Phone Numbers
Ben Stiller - Head of Secondary
IMPORTANT DATES
MAY
22 May Year 11 Film Night
23 May Mueller Fete
29 May Secondary Music Concert
JUNE
2 Jun Primary Tabloid Sports
5 Jun Year 12 Film Night
8 Jun Queens Birthday
12 Jun Primary Music Concert
16-23Jun Block Exams
23-27 Jun Year 11 Survival Camp
25 Jun Primary Athletics Carnival
26 Jun End of Term 2 | P-6 Closing Chapel
JULY
13 Jul Pupil Free Day
14 Jul Pupil Free Day
15 Jul Start of Term 3
15-16 Jul Year 12 QCS Practice
HUDSONS AT MUELLER | CAFÉ
Monday to Friday | 8am - 3:30pm.
All welcome. CASH only please, no EFTPOS facility.
TUCKSHOP
The Tuckshop is open five days a week, from 8.30am
until 1.30pm. Parents are encouraged to join our
voluntary workers who make this service available for
students.
Tuckshop help DESPERATELY NEEDED on
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays!
Please contact Angie Tester on 3897 2766 if you are
free to help. Morning Tea & lunch are provided for
volunteers.
Weekly Roster
Monday 18th May - Friday 22nd May
Mon: Lee
Tue: Emily, Misty, Vanessa
Wed: Bridgette, Jean
Thu: Ruth, Kara, Mel
Fri: Jo
Primary students please note:
Primary students are not allowed to buy directly from the
Tuckshop. All food must be pre-ordered via the
classroom tuckshop trays in the morning.
ALL PRIMARY SCHOOL ORDERS MUST BE
PLACED IN BROWN PAPER BAGS, NO PLASTIC
BAGS PLEASE.
Primary students are not allowed to order ice blocks for
Morning Tea. These may be ordered for Lunch time
only.
We are seeking donations of
clean clothing, books, toys,
sports equipment, bric-a-brac,
craft & small items for this years
Fete Op Shop.
Please Note: We are unable to accept
electrical items, large items or furniture.
Home collection is also unavailable.
We would also appreciate any donations of
blocks of chocolate | Snack chocolates |
Multi-pack chips
Please drop any of these items
into the Library or the Front Office
by Wed 20th May. Thanks for your
support!
FETE DONATIONS
VOC ED NEWS
INTERESTING JOB?
Later in the year we will be hosting a Voc Ed information session for our Year 11’s. We will be educating them on
career choices and would appreciate some parent participation. If you hold an interesting or unusual job we would
love to hear from you! The format will be a casual interview style on the lounge. There is no need to prepare a
presentation, etc. You will be addressing the Year 11 cohort.
Any enquiries, please contact Mrs Stokes via email [email protected]
Butcher vacancy at Kippa-Ring. Please see Mr Sadler if interested [email protected]
North Lakes Plumbing Traineeship: we are looking for a keen outgoing student that has a high work ethic that
would be interested in continuing their Career at the end of their traineeship.
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations, available at Pines Bar & Restaurant, Scarborough Beach
Certificate III in Business available to years 10 or 11 students at Peninsula Palms
Certificate III in Aged Care available to students in years 10 and 11 at Peninsula Palms
See Mrs Cole in D15 for further information.
SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS AVAILABLE
Mrs Cole will not be available from 1st May until 9
th June.
Please contact Mrs Stokes [email protected] until Mrs Cole’s return.
PLEASE NOTE!
OTHER NEWS
2015-2016 ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
ORDER NOW
Books are available from Mueller College Front Office for $65
Or alternatively, you can order a book or digital membership
online.
From every Entertainment™ Book and Entertainment™ Digital
Membership we sell, $13 goes towards fundraising for our
School. Anyone is welcome to purchase their books through
Mueller College.
For enquiries please call: Front Office 3897 2990
YOUTH EXCEL: FREE PROGRAMS
SMALL GROUP PROGRAMS – TERM 2
Where: Youth Excel – 138 Old Gympie Rd (cnr Nellies Lane), Kallangur
Cost: All programs are FREE thanks to the generous sponsorship of Inclusive Kids.
RSVP: Monday 18th May. Numbers are limited so please book early by phoning (07) 3482 3466.
PRE-TEENS GIRLS EXCEL Creating Confidence in Young Women (10 – 12 years old) Facilitator: Chantellaine Cruickshank Date: Each Thursday for six weeks from 21
st May (21
st, 28
th, 4
th, 11
th, 18
th, 25
th) | Time: 4pm – 5pm
PRE-TEENS GIRLS EXCEL CONTENT Lesson 1: Introduction to Girls Excel Lesson 2: Handling Friendship Dramas Lesson 3: Loving Who I Am Lesson 4: Being Brave (even when I’m afraid) Lesson 5: Choosing Support People for Life Lesson 6: Learning to Apologise TEEN GIRLS EXCEL Creating Confidence in Young Women (13 – 15 years old) Facilitator: Chantellaine Cruickshank Date: Each Thursday for six weeks from 21
st May (21
st, 28
th, 4
th, 11
th, 18
th, 25
th)
Time: 5pm – 6pm
TEEN GIRLS EXCEL CONTENT Lesson 1: Introduction to Girls Excel Lesson 2: Creating a Moral Compass for Life Lesson 3: Handling Friendship Dramas Lesson 4: Saying No (online and in real life) Lesson 5: Loving Who I Am Lesson 6: Learning to Apologise
TEEN GUYS EXCEL Creating Confidence in Young Men (13 – 15 years old) Facilitator: Chantellaine Cruickshank Date: Each Thursday for six weeks from 21
st May (21
st, 28
th, 4
th, 11
th, 18
th, 25
th)
Time: 6pm – 7pm
TEEN GUYS EXCEL CONTENT Lesson 1: Introduction to Guys Excel Lesson 2: Creating a Moral Compass for Life Lesson 3: Learning to Apologise Lesson 4: Anger Management Lesson 5: Relating to Authority Lesson 6: Problem Solving for Life
MUELLER COMMUNITY CHURCH
MCC COUNSELLOR
MCC Counsellor, Jenny Billingham is available to serve the Mueller community (staff, students and families). We all
face crisis and hardship at times in our lives, and it is at those times that we may feel isolated from help and support.
People seek counselling for many reasons such as: Life transitions (marriages, deaths, births) | Concerns about
work or relationships | Stress | Anxiety and depression | Family problems.
Counselling offers a safe and supportive environment where you can tell your story without being judged or
criticized. It can assist you to journey towards change and growth in the life challenges you face.
Jenny can be reached on either 3897 2706 or 0427 876 396. Please leave a message and she will contact you as
soon as possible to arrange an appointment.
MUELLER NEWS
FETE NEWS
PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Submit your 6x4 photo (loose, unframed) to the Library, by Tuesday 19th May, along with a $1 Entry Fee per photo. Please make sure the
back of your photo is labelled with your name & class.
Judging will take place prior to the Fete. Prize winners, along with all entries will be displayed at the Fete & prize monies will be awarded the
following week at school.
1st Prize $30 | 2nd Prize $15 | 3rd Prize $10 will be awarded to the winning students in each category.
The four age categories are:
Years 1-3 | Years 4-6 | Years 7–9 | Years 10–12
Proudly sponsored by
CAKE DECORATING CONTEST
Age Categories
Primary - Prep to Yr. 3 | Yrs. 4 to Yr. 6
Secondary - Years 7 to Yr. 9 | Yrs. 10 to Yr. 12
Each category will be awarded a 1st Prize & an Encouragement Award
Students please bring your cake with a $2 entry fee to the Library,
by Friday 22nd May
Get creative, ice and decorate a cake or cupcakes!
Any cake base may be used (e.g. a homemade cake or store bought), as only the decorating will be judged.
If you would like your cake back, please collect it from the display room on
Fete day, before 5pm. Any cakes remaining unclaimed will be donated. Remember to label the underside with your name & class.
Judging will take place prior to the Fete and awards will be displayed, along with all entries on Fete day. Prizes will be handed out the following week.
Generously sponsored by…
Primary Colouring In
Competition
Students need to return their completed picture and
50c Entry Fee to their Teacher, by Friday 15th May
*1 week BEFORE the Fete
Judging will take place prior to the Fete and winners will be
displayed, along with all entries on Fete day. Prizes will be
delivered to class the following week by Mr Gynther!
Prizes will be awarded to a boy and girl in each category.
The categories are:
Prep | Year 1 | Year 2
Years 3 and 4 | Years 5 and 6
Proudly Sponsored by
The featured businesses are all supporting the
Mueller Fete either through cash donations of
Sponsorship, prizes or goods and services, which
will be auctioned on Fete day.
If you own a business or have a business contact
who may be willing to donate a product or service
please contact Kerryn Stackman via
BRONZE FETE SPONSORS
Gary's Regal Enterprises Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
ph: 3203 832
SILVER FETE SPONSORS
GOLD FETE SPONSORS
Fitness - it's what we do!
Mike Stokes is a qualified personal trainer & masseuse, and is located in Brisbane North.
Mike is available for personal training & group sessions. RISE Studio will be COMING SOON!
Opening in Boondall mid-2015.
For all enquiries, contact Mike Stokes: 0475 242 157 Email: [email protected]
PLATINUM FETE SPONSORS
Phone: 07 3203 4095
Address: 534 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe North
Business hours:
Monday - Friday
8.00am - 6.00pm
Saturday
8.15am - 12noon
Cnr Anzac Avenue & Bremner Rd, Rothwell | Ph:07 3203 1312 | [email protected] | NOW OPEN 24 HOURS!!
Deception Bay
PLATINUM FETE SPONSORS
Open 24/7
Building 4, Morris Road West, Rothwell 4022 | 07 3204 9300
