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Principal Update
ALL
STUDENTS
RETURN
ON
MONDAY
25 MAY 20
On behalf of all school staff thank-you for your support of our school and
young people over the last four weeks in these unprecedented times. We are
grateful for the commitment and dedication of our staff to meet the needs of
our students. It has been a time of change with all school staff, teacher aides,
cleaners, teachers and administrators learning new ways of working.
I am especially grateful to our leadership team as we have negotiated new
accountabilities, anxieties and developed new processes to ensure our
students have the best educational opportunities. As educators and learners
we are taking the time to review our practice in light of what we have learned
from connecting with students on-line.
A special mention to our senior leaders who actively sought ways to both
support and keep students connected to our school. If you have not seen their
videos on Facebook, it is worth the time to have a view.
The return of our year 11 and year 12 students has been a welcomed change
with the school atmosphere lifting with positivity and energy as teachers and
students engage. We are looking forward to the year 7 to 10 students
returning next week.
Students being young are low risk (COVID-19) and have difficulty
understanding the importance of social distancing. Staying healthy is
important and we have to protect our staff who may be at a higher risk and
are needed in the classroom. It is important that social distancing occurs so
that every-one in our community stays healthy, the school stays open and we
have the teachers to meet our students’ educational needs. We would
appreciate your support in conveying these messages.
Regards
Scott Cage
Principal
P A G E 2
Administration
M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
“We seek
to
develop
students
who are
curious
and
creative
and
aspire to
excellence”
PRINCIPAL: Mr Scott Cage SENIOR SECONDARY DEPUTY : Ms Mari Simmonds
MIDDLE SECONDARY DEPUTY: Mr Michael Post JUNIOR SECONDARY DEPUTY : Mrs Jodi Bonney
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 58 Mirani QLD 4754 PHONE: 49667111 FAX: 49667100
WEBSITE: www.miranishs.com.au EMAIL: [email protected]
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/miranishs TWITTER: www.twitter.com/miranishs
2020 NEXT STEP SURVEY
The Queensland Government is conducting its annual state wide survey of all
students who completed Year 12 in 2019. The Next Step survey is a brief, confi-
dential survey that gains a comprehensive picture of the employment, study and
life choices made by Queensland school completers in the year after they finish
Year 12.
Between March and June, all our students who completed Year 12 last year can
expect to receive instructions to complete a web-based survey or a telephone
call from the Queensland Government Statistician’s Office. Please encourage
them to take part. If their contact details have changed, please assist the inter-
viewer with their updated details or forward the survey to their new address so
they can participate.
Thank you for your support of the Next Step survey in 2020.
Further information on Next Step is available online at the link below or on toll
free telephone 1800 068 587.
https://qed.qld.gov.au/publications/reports/statistics/schooling/learning-
outcomes/next-step
Assessment and Reporting
Years 7-10 – for the remainder of this term, the focus is to continue to monitor
and check students’ knowledge whilst learning at home (or at school). Teachers
will review unit and year level plans to identify evidence that may contribute to
Semester 1 results. They will also ascertain appropriate tasks or assessment
items, given the short time frame on return. Any assessment decisions will be
managed by Heads of Department in consultation with teachers. Once a start
date has been set, Assessment Planners will be updated and re-published.
Years 11 and 12 – The QCAA has reduced the requirement for assessment in re-
sponse to COVID-19 from four to three in an academic year. The assessment
item dropped in each subject is shown in the table .
P A G E 3 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
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P A G E 5 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
The QCAA has provided the following advice:
“I can also confirm that Queensland is still on track to deliver external exams and student results within the planned timeframes. With one fewer summative internal assessment required, students will have sufficient time to ac-cess the appropriate teaching and learning before the external assessment block in October–November. Final subject results will be released in student learning accounts on Saturday 19 De-cember. We will continue to monitor the impact of eased restrictions in the community and are ready to respond to any change in circumstances for senior secondary students.”
Dear Parents and Carers
During this challenging time, we want to provide you with an update on our response to the evolving COVID-19 coro-navirus health emergency.
Trans North has had measures in place since the beginning of March to limit risk to our staff and clients, these have recently been upgraded in response to the greater risks now evolving.
Workplace hygiene is more important than ever and as a provider of passenger transport, we are focused on the health and well being of our staff and passengers. Currently we achieve this through the supply of hygiene products and practices with our staff.
In relation to our Buses and Coaches we have increased sanitising and disinfection measures above our current cleaning processes. These include the following and will be expecting our Drivers to ensure they follow these very important steps going forward:
All areas that a passenger may encounter with their hands are sprayed with a disinfectant spray bottle or can on completion of each charter, school run and set service runs.
Example areas: handrails, seat belts buckles and clips, arm rests, window edges and where a driver believes required.
Air conditioning systems are now being sprayed at the end of each shift with antibacterial disinfectant spray.
Air conditioning filters are to be cleaned at the end of each day and sprayed with anti-bacterial disinfectant.
Floors of each bus to be swept and mopped at the end of each shift. Water in the mop buckets need to be changed after every bus has been mopped.
Wipe internal windows after each shift.
Remove all rubbish and replace bin liner (including rubbish left between or behind seats).
We are confident that by working together, we will navigate through this challenging time.
We hope you and your families remain safe and healthy.
Paul Rinaudo
General Manager
ANZAC DAY 2020
P A G E 6 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
This year with the restrictions in place from COVID-19 we were not able to commemorate our Anzacs at the usual school ceremony, nor were our Senior Captains able to attend or contribute to the services throughout the Pioneer Valley and Mackay region.
This did not stop our student leaders showing their dedication to their school and remembrance of the Anzacs on the 25th of April. Below are the thoughts of our Senior Captains and images of their private commemorations on this unique Anzac Day in 2020.
What does ANZAC day mean to me? It means unity. It means freedom. And most importantly it means remembrance. I recognize that it is because of the nurses and soldiers in wars both past and present that I have the freedom to stand here today and I am incredibly grateful for their sacrifices. I am proud to be part of a country that, even in difficult times, will endeavour to unite all Australians so that we may commem-orate together. Our commitment to remember will ensure the ANZAC spirit lives on for centuries to come.
Janee Emms, School Captain
The 25th of April is a very memorable day for all Australians, as it is known as ANZAC Day. Although we cannot attend the services today, it is still important that we acknowledge the fallen soldiers who fought for our land. May all the strong heroes who fought in the war rest in peace. LEST WE FOR-GET.
Luke Schneider, Orion House Captain
I believe it is extremely important this year to not only re-member the brave ANZACs who fought for our freedom, but to remember their spirit. The ANZAC spirit is one thing that I believe is extremely important to remember, especially in times like these.
Grace Algate, Aquila House Captain
P A G E 7 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
The 25th of April is an Australian and New Zealand national day of remembrance that is commemorated each year, and although we cannot all attend a service today, I think that it is important to commemorate and honour all the fallen sol-diers that served for our country and the soldiers that are still serving our country proud. The Anzac spirit still exists in us today, so let us be worthy of their sacrifice. May those heroes that shed their blood and lost their lives to save our country, rest in peace. LEST WE FORGET.
Samara Mitchell, Taurus House Captain
Australians have commemorated Anzac Day since 1916 and 2020 is no different. Now more than ever, in the middle of COVID-19, it’s important that we all dig a little deeper and show our ANZAC qualities – endurance, courage, originality, good humour and mate-ship. We may not be able to gather this Saturday and march like usual, but that does not stop us from still being able to remember. It’s extremely important to keep the ANZAC spirit alive and commemorate in your own way this year.
While have no Australian family or family connections to the ANZAC’s I choose to commemorate ANZAC Day to honour the ANZAC spirit and pay tribute to the freedoms their sacri-fice has given us.
Caitlin Milne, Cultural Captain
Anzac Day and the Commemoration of those who fought is vital for the future of our nation. Those of the past put their lives on the line for those of the future and it is important people celebrate the freedom they have. That freedom is all thanks to those brave men, women and children who pro-tected Australia. Lest We Forget
Hayden Revell, Vice-Captain
P A G E 8 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
ANZAC Day has always been a special day that I dedicate to commemorating the people who served and died in the wars and those who are still with us that are still suffering. Howev-er, I think it’s especially important this year considering the circumstances that we show our support more than ever to the heroic men and women who battled and are still battling.
Tara Atherton, Vice-Captain
The reason I celebrate ANZAC Day is to recognise soldiers past and present and their sacrifice for our country and our freedom. The reason I celebrate ANZAC Day is to follow a tradition learnt and followed my whole life. The reason I commemorate ANZAC Day is not just one, but many. Many lives, many battles, many impacts, and many more ANZAC Days to come.
Safire Smith, Pegasus House Captain
ANZAC day is a day of reflection and commemoration for those who sacrificed their lives to provide us with the liberty of freedom we enjoy as Australians. As a 16-year-old in high school, I am made more aware that the soldiers who paid the price for my today would have been my friends and peers. Despite the atrocity of war, and the innumerable lives taken, I am deeply grateful for the ANZAC soldiers, and those who continue to serve our country in humility. Although we cannot gather in traditional ceremonies this year, the mean-ing of ANZAC Day remains unchanged. As a cadet, this ANZAC Day I will be observing a minute silence to remember those who have fallen, and hope that all Australian people can come together in unity of spirit.
Sara Atkinson, School Captain
To me ANZAC day means remembering the battles fought for us. It means remembering those we lost respectfully and being grateful of the sacrifices made for Australia and for the life the ANZACs have given us. It a day of realising the free-dom and opportunities we have been given and the hard-ships that were endured by the ANZACs.
On Saturday the 25th of April, I will gather on my driveway with my family, standing in silence for a minute to remember the heroes of Australian history. I am grateful to be standing with my family and together will commemorate the ANZACs in hopes that in this time the ANZACs are still receiving the respect and thought that they deserve.
Lainey Cornwall, Orion House Captain
P A G E 9 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
THANK YOU ! !
A big shout out to all teaching staff, teacher aides, office staff, cleaners and of course our school officers. It is the effect of all staff working towards a common goal that has led to correspondence from parents that is positive, notable and commendable.
P&C Executive Committee
President: Andrea Pinkard
Vice President: Majella Geddes
Treasurer: Jessica Frater
Secretary: Nicole Bloye
Committee meetings are held on the
2nd Tuesday of each month at 7.00pm
in the Administration Building.
(current restrictions may effect this).
New members welcome to attend!
Tuckshop will be operating from Monday 25 May 20.
P A G E 1 0 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
CONGRATULATIONS! Janee Emms on
being the winner of the Young Women in Public Affairs
Award at the International Women’s Day Brunch held
at the MECC on Sunday 8th March 2020.
Janee was an outstanding entrant, and her contribu-
tions to our Zonta Club at Mirani High since Year 7
show her dedication to raising awareness of a range of
issues relevant to the equality and rights of women.
Janee not only has involvement within the school
community but also externally. She will now represent
the Mackay Zonta Club at the regional level.
Jen Lade
Chappie’s Chat Hi,
The Storm has passed, Week 6 is finally here. Welcome back 7’s to 10’s we’ve missed you. From a
silent school to some ‘Seniors’ noise but now it’s a full house. Some things will stay different, time to get
used to the ‘New Normal’. Let’s keep the changes that keep us all healthy.
For Australia, certainly prayers have been answered with so few deaths, successful isolations and health
authorities’ decisions resulting in restrictions being lifted. Halleluyah, COVID’s contained. Now to get
the school year back on track.
Term 2 On-line has been a learning experience, not only for students and teachers, but for parents and
carers too. All of us have been under the pump of change but how good has the response been to
keeping our mental health in a positive outlook. Looking after ourselves and each other has infected
the whole nation – how cool!
In the Pioneer Valley, we are very grateful for the safety we’ve enjoyed. Here at school we want all to
stay safe and healthy as we finish Term 2. There’s much to sort out to get into Learning Mode again and
remember the Staff & Student Support Service is approachable if you feel the need to talk about this
‘new normal’.
Cheers in Christ,
Rex the Chappie
P A G E 1 1 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
YEAR 10 Vaccinations Year 10 Vaccinations will now happen in Term 3, on Friday 31st July 2020.
Year 10, 11 and 12 students and parents your support network within Mirani State High School is:
Sandy Grace, Head of Senior Schooling works collaboratively with parents, students and teaching staff
to ensure senior students are working and progressing in a positive direction towards their career
goals. Discussions and decisions are made between stake holders and actions are implemented for a
successful outcome for your child.
If you are uncertain, about processes or procedures contact relating to the Senior Schooling area,
please contact Sandy Grace or Deb Francis.
Title Contact person email address
Head of Senior Schooling Sandy Grace [email protected]
Senior Student & Indigenous Support Officer
Deb Francis [email protected]
Deputy Principal Mari Simmonds [email protected]
Guidance Officer Susan Houston [email protected]
Year 10 Co-ordinator Taylor Miller [email protected]
Year 11 Co-ordinator Christn Ravisash [email protected]
Year 12 Co-ordinator Tina Saal [email protected]
Senior Schooling Support
English Tutoring
Wednesday
3.10pm - 4.00pm
in H10
Maths Tutoring
Tuesday & Wednesday
3.00pm - 4.00pm
in D4
P A G E 1 2 M I R A N I S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L
While the transition to online learning this term has been seemingly smooth for our Mirani High students, you may be
looking for some tips on how to stay safe online during the COVID-19 pandemic. eSafety.gov.au, a website devel-
oped by the eSafety Commissioner, contains some great links and ideas about online safety issues.
A guide to online bullying for parents and carers.
Online bullying can have a devastating impact on young people, whose online life is a key part of their identity and
how they interact socially. Cyberbullying behaviour takes many forms, such as sending abusive messages, hurtful
images or videos, nasty online gossip, excluding or humiliating others, or creating fake accounts in someone’s name
to trick or humiliate them. Targeted advice is also available for kids, young people or adults who may be experienc-
ing online abuse.
Find more tips like these at: https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues/cyberbullying
This term, our Year 7 teachers will be accessing the teaching materials in this valuable resource, with a clear focus
on online safety in Wellbeing lessons.
Shellie Laidlaw (Junior Secondary Deputy Principal)
Report
Many social media services, games, apps and websites make it easy to report content posted by other people. Our
The eSafety Guide has links to report abusive content and online safety information.
If serious cyberbullying is affecting your child and you need help to get the material removed from a social media
service or other platform, we can help.
You can make a cyberbullying report to eSafety on your child’s behalf if they are under 18 years of age. It may be
useful for you to read the frequently asked questions about making a report and information about how we handle
cyberbullying reports.
Consider seeking support from your child’s school
Your child’s school may have a policy in place to address cyberbullying and may be able to provide support, whether
or not the bullying is from a student at your child’s school. With your child’s agreement, talk to their teacher or the
school counsellor.
Encourage positive connections and coping strategies
Try to keep your child engaged with interests like
sports or dance that connect them with other young
people outside school, or with activities that involve
extended family. These things will also remind your
child that they are loved and loveable.
Help your child identify tools they can use to work
through the current situation, as well as help build
resilience for any future challenges.
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What to do if your child is being cyberbullied
Try to resist immediately taking away their device
Removing your child’s phone or computer could be really unhelpful. Cutting off their online access does not teach
them about online safety or help build resilience. It could alienate them from their peers, and it also removes an es-
sential tool for them to communicate and connect with friends.
Stay calm and open – don’t panic
You want your child to feel confident that you’re not immediately going to get upset, angry or anxious if they tell you
about the situation. You want them to know they can talk to you and feel heard.
The best way to do this is make sure you have an open dialogue from the beginning. Talk to them without being judge-
mental or angry, and make them feel like they can come to you with anything, without fear of being punished.
Listen, think, pause
Gauge the scale of the problem. Does it exist in a peer group or is it more widespread? Is it a few remarks here and
there? Or is it more serious? Empathise with your child and let them know that you understand how they feel.
How badly is it affecting your child personally? If the bullying itself is not very intense, but your child seems quite seri-
ously affected, this could be a symptom of something larger. In this case you may need to seek help, from a school
counsellor, a helpline, or an external professional.
Try not to respond immediately. Take some time to consider the best course of action. Reassure your child you are
working on it and will come together again very soon to talk through some options. Let them know you are there if
they feel like they need to talk in the meantime.
Act to protect your child if necessary
If your child is being threatened, or if they indicate a wish to harm themselves, you should get professional help.
Call Triple Zero (000) immediately, if their physical safety is at risk. Contact a counselling and support service like Kids
Helpline.
Empower your child
Wherever possible, try to build your child’s confidence and help them make wise decisions for themselves, rather than
telling them what to do.
If you feel they may be struggling to open up to you, connect them with other trusted adults or with professional
support.
Collect evidence
Before you or your child block someone or delete posts or other bullying material, take screenshots and collect
evidence including dates and times.
The evidence may be useful if the bullying behaviour continues and you need a record of how long it has been going
on. You may also need evidence if you want to report it.
However, if the bullying material involves sexualised images, be aware that possessing or sharing such images of peo-
ple under 18 may be a crime, even if you have just taken a screenshot for evidence purposes. For information about
relevant laws in Australia, visit Youth Law Australia. You can also read our advice about sharing intimate images in
sending nudes and sexting.
Manage contact with others
Advise your child not to retaliate or respond to bullying messages, as sometimes people say hurtful things just to get a
response and it could make things worse. If they have already responded, encourage them not to respond further.
Help your child to block or unfriend the person sending the messages to limit contact with them.
