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RESPECT INCLUSION RELATIONSHIPS LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT
NEWSLETTER ISSUE 6 JULY 1 2015
DIARY DATES 8/9 Boys & Girls Soccer and 10 Boys Soccer Wed July 1 8/9/10 Girls Netball Thurs July 2 Last Day Term 2 Fri July 3 2.15 dismissal First Day Term 3 Mon July 20 Snow Tour Sat July 25 to Sat Aug 1 Open Night Wed Aug 5 National Science Week Mon Aug 17 to Fri Aug 21 Book Week Mon Aug 24 to Fri Aug 28 National Literacy & Mon Aug 31 to Numeracy Week Fri Sept 4 School Clossure Mon Sept 7
TERM DATES 2015
Term 1 Jan 27 - April 10Term 2 April 27 - July 3Term 3 July 20 - Sept 25Term 4 Oct 12 - Dec 11
STAFF LEADERSHIPPrincipal Tricia Richman Deputy Principal Amanda BennettBusiness Manager Christine RehnStudent Counsellor Donald Gapp
www.whyallahs.sa.edu.au
Broadbent Terrace, Whyalla SA 5600 P 08 8645 8844 F 08 8645 0057 E [email protected]
Department for Education and Child Development
FROM THE PRINCIPALIt is hard to believe that we are at the end of term two. We have had an extremely busy term, with staff and students being involved in a range of learning activities. Activities that students have been involved in include:
NAPLANYear 10 Career ExpoThe Science and Engineering ChallengeThe RAA Street Smart PresentationSnow Tour Safety CourseYear 10 Drama Production ‘Star Struck’Knock Out Football, Volleyball, Hockey, Soc-cer and Netball CarnivalsYear 9 Melbourne Cultural Tour
Current Year 7 students have now completed half day visits at Whyalla High, as part of the successful transition program to high school. It has been very pleasing to receive positive feedback from primary school staff, students and parents about the value of visiting and experiencing a day at Whyalla High School. I congratulate Rhys Lacey on the excellent or-ganisation and coordination of the primary school transition visits.
Teachers have been busy writing end of term two reports on student learning achievement. The written report will be posted home at the end of the week. We choose to post reports home for added security and to ensure they are received by parents and caregivers. I en-courage you to read the report with your child to highlight attendance, identify any areas of improvement and celebrate achievements.
I am very happy to announce that Ms Emma Green will be staying with us for the remain-der of the year. She will be the AET as well as working in the Learning Centre.
I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to students, staff, parents and the wider community for your support and encour-agement, while I have been acting in the role as Principal. I have thoroughly enjoyed the challenge and opportunity
Have a safe and relaxing holiday and I look for-ward to working with you all again next term.
Tricia RichmanPrincipal
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D’FACES 14 Viscount Slim Avenue, Whyalla [email protected] or [email protected]
D’faces is a non-for-profit regional arts company fo-cussing on providing high quality arts experiences for Whyalla youth and the wider comunity.WorkshopsRun each week during term time. You must be a mem-ber of D’faces to attend these workshops.Membership is $22 per year.Classes have low fees and a 20% discount applies if paid before week two of term.Come along to D’faces these holidays for a four day film making course, in which we will write, film and produce our own short film to be submitted to the Adelaide kids Film Festival.21 to 24 July, Tuesday to friday week 2 of the school holidays, 9.00am to 4.00pm.Cost is $50.00 per child.Bookings are essential. Please contact [email protected] or call 8645 1265 for more information.
CITY OF WHYALLA PIPE BAND CONCERTSATURDAY 11 JULY 2015 FROM 7.30PMCentral Football Clubrooms, McDouall Stuart Avenue, Whyalla NorrieAdults $15.00 children under 12 half priceTickets can be purchased at the door or contactNeil on 0419 937 106 or Jock 8649 4120 BYO supper
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL PARENTS CLUB - SAASPC Invites parents to attend ‘Sessions with Andrew Full-er’ on Monday 17 August, 7.00pm to 9.00pm (Valuing girls/valuing boys) and Tuesday 18 August, 9.30am to 4.00pm (Unlocking your child’s genius, Building re-silience in children, Survival skills for parents) at the Australia Education Union Building, 163a Greenhill Road,Parkside. Cost is $27.50 for Monday evening, $44.00 for Tuesday or $55.00 for both sessions.Andrew is a clinical psychologist and works in many schools and communities in Australia and internation-ally, specialising in the wellbeing of young people and their families he is also the author of the books “Tricky Kids, Help you child succeed at School”For further information telephone 1800 724 640 or email [email protected]
MENSWATCH IN WHYALLA Hosted by The Whyalla Suicide Prevention Network in association with The Australia Institute of Male Health and Studies.
3 X 3 HOUR SESSIONS, 6.00PM - 9.00PM
When: July 14, 21 and 28Where: University of South AustraliaWhyalla Campus - room MB1-36Cost: No Charge
Registrations to: [email protected] close: Friday 10 July 2015Light Refreshments will be provided
Menswatch raises awareness and takes action to ad-dress male suicide and depression.Training men to support other men in their workplace, organisation or community.Equips men with knowledge, skill and confidence to support other men experiencing challenges with per-sonal, relationship or mental health issues.
SCHOOL MUSICAL ‘GREASE’We are on the hunt for costumes and props to borrow for our upcoming production of Grease. We require the clothing by the end of term 3 and the props as soon as possible to use during rehearsals, and would return them after the production in November. If you have any of the following items, can you please let either Emma Hunter or Imogen Knight know.
ClothingQuilted button-up robe (pjs)Cheerleader costumes50’s style dresses
Male leather jacketsBaby doll pyjamasLetterman jacket50’s style suitsPoodle skirtsPropsAccoustic Guitar with strap50’s style radio50’s style record player50’s style phoneFloral doona coverOld books
Emma Hunter and Imogen Knight Musical Director and Stage Manager
‘WESTERN CREATION’ PERFORMANCEOn Monday 22 June we were lucky enough to have the prestigious group, Western Creation come and perform. Western Creation is one of the nation’s leading Indigenous touring groups having performed for the likes of the Dalai Lama and Nelson Mandela. Brothers Azza and Tristan (Pancakes) entertained the year 8 students with stories, didgeridoo and traditional dances. Students had a great time and got up and joined in, laughed and cheered. The performance allowed our students to get a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture.Danielle MahoneyDrama Teacher
YEAR 8 TUTORINGJust a quick reminder for parents that Year 8 tutoring will continue next term. It is held every Wednesday in M9 from 3.15pm to 4.30pm and all year 8’s are welcome to/encouraged to attend. If they have any questions regarding tutoring, they can contact their child’s care group teacher or the Year 8 Coordinator for more information.
Mellisa JohnYear 8 Coordinator
WOOLWORTHS EARN & LEARN 2015This year we will be partiticpating in the Wool-worths Earn & Learn program. Through this program we will be able to get new educational resources for our school and all we need you to do
is shop for your groceries at Woolworths.From Wednesday 15 July to Tuesday 8 September, we are collecting Woolworths Earn & Learn Stick-ers. You will get one sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor, tobacco and gift cards). Place the sticker onto a Woolworths Earn & Learn sticker sheet and when it’s complete, the sticker sheet can be dropped into the collection box here at the school or at your local Woolworths.At the end of the promotion, we’ll be able to get some great new equipment. The range is exten-sive and offers lots of items ideal for our students - including resources for Maths, English, Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts & Craft, sport and for our library. If you’d like to know more visit woolworths.com.au/earnandlearn
Amanda Bennett
STUDENT COMMENTS - ‘THINGS WE ENJOYED THIS TERM’“This term, I’ve enjoyed learning about the periodic table in Science. It’s very interesting to see chemical reactions take place in science.”Dayna - 9D
“I have enjoyed learning about and doing Art this term. I was really pleased with getting an ‘A’ for all paintings and completing my assignments.”#ArtistinthemakingMikayla - 9D
“We got to create a game in Robotics which was very fun.”Jordan - 9D
“Something that happened this term was an enter-taining relief lesson for HPD. Miss Husnter and I had an interesting conversation about how perfect we are. Afterwards we were taken outside to play ‘Capture the Flat’ where everyone happily participated.”Monique - 9D
“This term, I furthered my musical ability through help from Mr Staehr. Although he is not a piano teacher, he is doing a decent job at it so far.”#blindleadingthe blindHarry - 9D
“I enjoyed playing 8/9 KO Football and scoring 4 goals. I also enjoyed making a plane in Toys and Models”.Sarah - 9C
SCHOOL CLOSURE DAY
There will be a Whole School Closure Day on Monday 7
September.
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STUDENTS WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS
If your child has a medical condition which requires medication you must get a health care plan completed and signed by your GP. These plans must then be given to Sue or Michelle in Student Services. Forms are available from Student Services.
MUSICAL UPDATE
The school musical Grease has shown much development in just two terms. We have learnt many songs and started practicing on stage. The cast of The Cabaret Festival Roadshow, who were in Whyalla not long ago, have helped the musical cast to become more confident on and off stage with what we are doing.So far, we have learnt most of the songs including popular songs from the musical such as We Go Together, Grease Lightning and Summer Nights. We are progressing at a fast and comfortable rate and are sure to have the full production ready to perform in November. The cast worked hard in their last rehearsal of the term and are now eagerly waiting for the holiday rehearsals.
Emma HunterMusical Director
YEAR 8/9 GIRLS FOOTBALL
On the June 11, the 8/9 girls football team travelled to Port Augusta to play Port Augusta Secondary School and Mid North Secondary Education College (MNSEC). The team was coached by Mr Fargher, managed by Mrs Percy, umpired by Ethan Lowry with Tayla Hart-Aluni and Samantha Looyestyn named as captain and vice-captain.
In the first game we faced off against Port Augusta. The Whyalla High team were initially nervous going into the game because majority of the team hadn’t played before and the Port Augusta girls looked confident and well prepared. Once the game got underway, the Whyalla High girls were able to use their speed and teamwork to run the Pt Augusta side off their feet. The final score was Whyalla 6. 7. 43 to Port Augusta 3. 2. 20.
Sarah Simmonds & Tayla Hart-Aluni were fantastic in winning the ball out of the middle and delivering it to their teammates. Talia Hines was dangerous up forward, kicking two goals and setting up many others. Hannah Ewbank and Kasey Pettiford also played well providing plenty of run coming out of defence.
The second game we played against MNSEC. Though MNSEC were not as competitive on the scoreboard, this was a physically demanding game with a number of our players pulling up sore afterwards. The Whyalla High girls once again proved too quick across the ground and held the opposition scoreless for the game. The final score was Whyalla 6. 2. 38 to MNSEC 0. 0. 0.
The team was once again expertly lead by Tayla Hart-Aluni who was easily the leading possession getter. Shaylee O’Breeza ran amuck across half forward, slotting two goals. Sarah Simmonds went from a midfield role to ruck which proved pivotal in winning the clearances. Shaniah Kingi was rock solid in defence repelling many opposition attacks. Renee Copley also played well running rings around the MNSEC defenders, setting up goals at will.
The goal scorers throughout the two games were: Shaylee O’Breeza (4), Talia Hines (3),
Sarah Simmonds (3), Tayla Hart-Aluni (1) and Kasey Pettiford (1).
The Whyalla High school team is now advancing to the semi finals which will be a round robin tournament against Marymount College and Brighton Secondary College. These games will be played in Week 2, Term 3 in Adelaide. The girls are all very excited for the semifinals and are looking to further our run in the competition.
Mr David Fargher8/9 Girls Football Coach
STAGE BANDOn the night of Saturday June 20, the Whyalla Schools Stage Band performed at the Mayoral gala at the Middleback Theatre.Currently there are 13 Whyalla High students involved in the band, rehearsing every Tuesday after school and this was our second perormance under the direction of Mr Yamamoto. It was a smaller ensemble than usual due to sporting commitments but was well received by the audience and it was great to see many parents there. Well done to the students involved.Jacob Staehr
YEAR 10 KNOCKOUT VOLLEYBALLOn Friday May 29 selected year 10 students represented Whyalla High School in the knockout volleyball tournament held at Stuart High School.
The male team consisted of Joshua Pengelley, Aaron Rogers, Jordan Henderson-Ewings, Rian Smoker, Sam Taylor and Joseph Abdulla. The boys worked really well together to win both games against Stuart High School and Samar-itan College, but unfortunately lost the last set against Port Lincoln High School by only 4 points.
The female team consisted of Olivia Watson-Dup-ille, Tammy Radford, Danielle Coulson, Paige Walden-Johnstone, Aimee Clemens, Jessica Van Der Tuuk and Visnja Kingi. The girls played excel-lently on the day, playing to their strengths to win all 3 games and be named Regional Champions.
Danielle MahoneyVolleybal Coach
YEAR 10 PRODUCTION OF STAR STRUCKThe year 10 drama class recently put on a pro-duction of Star Struck, an Australian play writ-ten by Belinda Bradley. Star Struck is about a group of students waiting to audition for the school musical. The variety of characters and the thoughts and interactions that they have created an instant attraction for the year 10’s who chose to perform it
The students worked really hard through weeks of rehearsals and character study leading up to the final performance. Their hard work was evident as the performance was humorous, heart-felt and entertaining. All students were convincing in their roles providing the audience with laughs and enjoyment. They excelled in their performance and were proud of their ef-forts receiving outstanding feedback from both staff and students.
Danielle MahoneyDrama Teacher
10E SCIENCEThis term in science, 10E has started to touch on activities based around STEM. STEM is an acronym standing for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This program is benefitical for students as it teaches them to be creative and allows them to explore other subjects in more depth. Practicals we have done for STEM include the ‘Tinkle Testing Charts’ and ‘Fireproof Paper’. Since 10E began studying STEM 95% of students have been actively participating in the practical’s. We have found that since participating in STEM the practical’s have been far more enjoyable.Nikki Evans & Kiara Rabig
SCHOOL FEESSchool fees are now overdue.
If you think you may be eligible for school card please call into the front office and fill out an application form.
If you are unable to pay them in full and need to pay by instalments
please contact Student Services.
