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NEWSLETTERJune 2015
Department for Education and Child Development T/A South
Australian Government Schools CRICOS Provider Number: 00018A
Dear Families and Friends of Reynella East College
Professional Learning:Developing Growth Mindsets
On 5 June, over 500 teachers and support staff from our local
Panalatinga Partnership, met for the first time on the Student Free
day, to learn about fixed verses growth mindset and the influence
this has on our preschool children and students of all ages. Staff
found motivational speaker Robyn Moore (who some of you might know
as the voice of Blinky Bill) incredibly funny, engaging and
challenging.
Growth Mindset is a simple idea discovered by world-renowned
Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck, in decades of
research on achievement and success. According to Dweck;
In a fixed mindset, people believe their basic qualities, like
their intelligence or talent, are simply fixed traits. They spend
their time documenting their intelligence or talent instead of
developing them. They also believe that talent alone creates
successwithout effort. In a growth mindset, people believe that
their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and
hard workbrains and talent are just the starting point. This view
creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for
great accomplishment. Virtually all great people have had these
qualities. Teaching a growth mindset creates motivation and
productivity in the worlds of business, education and sports. It
enhances relationships.See more about growth mindset click here
At the conference we also took a look at part of a keynote
address by Professor Martin Westwell about new research in
neuroscience and the importance of executive function. He explained
how we
can help students free up working memory to deal with higher
order thinking, problem solving and develop stop and think
strategies to develop open mindedness and willingness to have a go
rather than shut down or avoid difficult or challenging learning.
To learn more click here. The conference topic was developed for a
number of reasons:
Firstly, local research tells us that as a system, SA Public
Education is highly caring and responsive of our children and young
people, but recognises that we can do more to encourage
intellectual stretch. For teachers this means making sure that our
learning and assessment tasks are challenging and extend students
thinking and problem solving skills
Secondly, the results of a national survey of students from Year
6-9, known as the Middle Years Index, send some clear messages
about what is working well and what we need to work on at REC. One
of the compelling messages is that a significant number of our
students give up early when learning becomes challenging.
All teachers in the Partnership have now made a commitment to
action. The aim is to work individually and collectively to help
develop growth mindsets and more resilient learners.
StaffingI will be on Long Service Leave for the first 5 weeks
next term. During this period, Clayton Disley will be Principal and
Bob Bastian will be Deputy Principal. Warm wishes,
Caroline Green Principal
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Student Free/Closure Days
Frid. 4 Sept : P-12 School Closure (Show Day)Mon. 23 Nov : R-12
Student Free
August
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Mon 12 Oct Start Term 4
Wed 14 Oct P-7 Principal Tour
Tues 20 Oct 8-12 Principal Tour
Fri 23 Oct Year 12 GraduationTues 27 Oct P-7 Principal Tour
Tues 4 Aug Year 11 & 12 Celebration Assembly
Wed 5 Aug 8-12 Principal Tour
Wed 5 Aug SACE Info. Night 6.30pm
Wed 5 Aug Year 12 Graduate Info. Night 6.30pm
Mon 10 Aug Governing Council, 7.00pm
Wed 12 Aug VET Info. Night 6.30pm
Wed 19 Aug Year 8-11 Course Counselling Day
Fri 21 Aug P-7 Assembly, 9.00am
JulyFri 3 July P-7 Assembly, 9.00am
Fri 3 July End Term 2
Mon 20 July Start Term 3
Mon 20 July Year 11 & 12 Breakfast
Tues 21-24 July Year 12 exam week
Tues 21 July Year 8 & 9 Celebration Assembly
Wed 29 July P-7 Principal Tour
Thurs 30 July Years 3-7 Maths Competition
SubjectSelection
EXPOYears 8 - 11
Wednesday 19 August 8.00am - 7.30pm
Fraser Gym
All faculty areas will be on display with staff available to
advise on
subject options and course content.
October
2015/16 Entertainment Books at the Finance Office NOW. $65
September
Thurs 3 Sept P-7 Principal Tour
Fri 4 Sept P-12 School Closure (Show Day)Mon 14 Sept Governing
Council, 7.00pm
Wed 16 Sept 8-12 Principal Tour
Fri 25 Sept P-7 Assembly, 9.00am
Fri 25 Sept End Term 3
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P-12 NEWS
MABO DayReconciliation Week CelebrationAs a finale to
Reconciliation Week the Aboriginal Education Team hosted an event
in the Rob Mutton courtyard to celebrate Mabo Day. The event
included live music, breakdancing, a community art project, food
and much more.
Congratulations to Tom Leverenz, Charlene Heckenberg and Nellie
Eagan (Aboriginal Community Education Manager) for organising this
great event. It was a great way to bring students of all ages
together to see them have so much fun and learn more about
Aboriginal history and culture.
To quote the words of a Year 2 boy That was the best lunchtime
of my life!!.
www.reconciliation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Lets-Talk-Mabo.pdf
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COLLEGE FuNDRAISING Credit Union SAOur fundraising
partnersDuring June, Credit Union SAs Childrens Savings Account
promotion resulted in approximately 35 Reynella East College
children now participating in the savings programme.
School Community Rewards is a growing contributor to the school
with over 80 participants creating a $4,000 annual benefit for the
school.
If you would like to join School Community Rewards or learn
about our banking products and services, Mark Kohler would be
delighted to talk to you.
Barry Temme - Governing Council Chairperson
Enquiries: Mark Kohler, Community Rewards Representative Ph:
8202 7675
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COLLEGE NEWS
Hairdressing Runway ShowThe Hairdressing Salon at Reynella East
College became a frenzy of 60s beehives, bohemian braids, 50s pin
ups and zombie brides on Monday of week 8 this term.
The semester one hairdressing students worked hard to overcome
minor challenges throughout the day, in order to create a total
look for each of their models. Each student was responsible for the
hair styling, makeup and fashion styling for their model, while
working in a group to decide on a theme with accompanying music to
support their catwalk style.
Many of the students decided to recreate 50s and 60s looks,
expressing their inspiration was derived from the confident and
expressive models from this period.
The runway task was a great opportunity for students to utilise
their teamwork, creativity and innovation, while showcasing their
practical makeup and hairdressing skills.
April Gora - Hairdressing Teacher
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ARTS NEWS
College Music NightOn Wednesday June 6th the Reynella East
College Music Department held their annual Music Night. Students
from across the College performed a variety of items. Vocal
performances included the Primary Festival Choir, conducted by Ms.
Julie dLima, Middle School Choir and Senior Vocal Ensemble,
conducted by Ms. Tessa Jarvis and various small ensemble vocal
numbers, accompanied by our voice teacher, Mr. Danny Helps. Numbers
in music have increased this year to enable 3 choirs to operate
across the College. Also, increased in participants is our Primary
Hub Music Program. Representing the Hub Band this year were
students from across 4 schools REC, Woodcroft, Braeview and
Aberfoyle Hub Primary Schools. This band was conducted by Ms.
Catherine Davey, our Woodwind teacher. The high school 45 piece
Concert Band, conducted by Mrs. Katrina Rycroft, presented 4 items
including latest hits Forget You, by Bruno Mars and Timber by
Pitbull. Both the Year 9 and 10 class bands performed songs that
they had prepared in class during semester 1 and some of our flute
students played trios. A favourite of music night was the
Percussion Ensemble, conducted by Mr. David Hopgood, the percussion
teacher. Thank you to staff and parents who attended and well done
to all student participants!
Katrina Rycroft
Music Teacher
Year 9 and 10 DanceShowcase
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ARTS NEWS
Year 12 DramaThe two Year 12 drama classes recently presented
their group productions Away and Rhinoceros. These two plays were
the externally assessed exams for Stage 2 Drama and were presented
for a student and family audience. Ms dLimas class performed Away
by Michael Gow which is an Australian play set in the 1960s. This
play used realism to show the emotional journey of three families
who travel on holiday to search for some happiness and hope for a
brighter future. Corey Birbeck played the young Tom with
sensitivity as his character battled the loss of hope through his
journey of terminal cancer. Joseph Giblin played Toms father with
the believability of a parent who has to stay positive even though
his son will not be with him for much longer. The emotionally
driven play was well received by its audience and the cast enjoyed
the challenge that naturalistic realism brings to the stage.
Mr Trebilcos class presented Ionescos absurdist play Rhinoceros.
This play tells the story of a town where all of the inhabitants
become driven towards a collective way of thinking and hardened to
the needs of individual thinking and because of this, each human
becomes a rhinoceros. Jack Nolan played Berenger, the last
remaining human who had not transformed into a hardened rhinoceros.
His explosive declaration of being the last human remaining was
presented with memorable determination. Robert Slipeks quirky
character of Jean was equally entertaining and he performed his
role with energy and precision.
Our Year 12 students have delighted in the opportunity to
perform for our school community and we thank the students, staff
and families who continue to support the drama program.
Ms dLima - Arts Coordinator
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COLLEGE NEWS Japanese Recital ContestCongratulations to three
Year 8 boys who represented REC in the 2015 Year 8 South Australian
Japanese Recital (Speech) Contest last week.
This was an annual state wide event organised by the Japanese
Language Teachers Association of South Australia and students had
to compete against private as well as public schools.
Reynella East College came first and second and our third
student also received a special honourable mention from the
judges.
This is an outstanding effort and achievement from these boys
for being willing to give this event a go.
1st Place - Zachary O (Year 8)2nd Place - Kane M (Year 8)4th
Honorable Mention - Jonathan L (Year 8)Paula Wright Japanese
Teacher
Australian Defence Force ExpoDuring week 7 of Term 2 a group of
students went to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Careers Expo
for the Schools VIP day. It was an excellent day. Our students
worked with people they didnt know from other schools, to complete
secret missions designed to demonstrate the power of team work and
communication skills. There were numerous defence personnel on hand
to talk to and offer a true insight into what this line of work
involves. All of the students involved came away feeling
inspired.
Whilst at the ADF Expo we experienced a large variety of real
world situations carried out by the Airforce, Navy and Army every
day. The day was full of relevant information and fun activities.
There was a wide range of military equipment and vehicles that we
were able to handle and climb inside of. It was a great day and
definitely a good place to go for information on how to join the
Australian Defence Force and the skills needed. Gavin W, Year
11.
They were very helpful in answering my questions about the
defence force and we got to do lots of cool activities Joshua H,
Year 11.
The information that was given out on the expo day was really
good and will help me follow my career path in the Army. Along with
that, it was cool that we got to wear the packs they wear out on
the field and hold the weapons that they use. Jack M, Year 11.
Lauren Green - Technology Teacher
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COLLEGE NEWS Ramsay Unit visitsParliament HouseOn Tuesday June
9, Ramsey 1 and 3 visited Parliament House as part of our classes
History and Civics and Citizenship lessons. We were taken on a tour
of Parliament House and given the opportunity to learn about the
history of our State Parliament, past and present political
leaders, the processes involved in decision making and the two
houses of parliament. Our class was also lucky enough to hold a
mock debate in the Lower House. The children were excited to be
able to sit in the positions of power such as Premier, Leader of
the Opposition and Speaker. This really engaged the students and
allowed them to get an understanding of how Parliament works during
a sitting day.
We were also lucky enough to have Nat Cook, the Member for
Fisher, take us on our tour. Nat was fantastic with the students
and really gave us an insightful look into SA parliament. We would
also like to thank Nat for her time, patience and dedication on a
fantastic day.
Frank Pappagalo, Lauren Simpson and Samara Greer - Teachers
Learning Together Across the AgesYear 11 Child StudiesPLAY The
Work of ChildrenPartnerships between the Preschool and the high
school students were further encouraged when the current Year 11
Child Studies students worked with individual youngsters to plan
and make play activities according to the interests of each child
and their stage of development. The activities designed and made
for the children covered a wide range and considered indoor and
outdoor play, collaborative and individual play, imaginative play,
a focus on developing eye/hand coordination, gross motor skills and
cognitive development. Creativity was a big factor. The
relationships were established over three afternoons and the
children were delighted to play with their new activities and the
high school students were willing participants! Many interesting
and entertaining conversations could be over heard.
Some of the feedback from the children included comments like:
Shakona is awesome, Can you be my sister? and this is so much fun,
further providing evidence of the connections that were
established.
Deb Long Child Studies Teacher
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SPORT NEWS
Primary SPORTDuring Term 2 our primary students have been very
successful in all sporting events.
The 6/7 Girls Knockout Netball team has made it to the 3rd
round, with two very convincing wins thus far against Hallet Cove
East and Flaxmill. They have showed great team spirit and
commitment to succeed.
The 6/7 Boys Knockout Football team is also through to the 3rd
round! They have had two, hard fought wins against Braeview and
Woodend.
Congratulations to Terry K, Bryce S and Hayley P for
representing the school at the district cross counrty carnival in
week 7 at Oakbank racecourse.
Big congratulations to Jessica Marshman and Ben Wyatt being
selected to represent South Australia in their chosen sports (see
below).
Aaron Roche
PE Teacher
Ben selected to playU13 State Rugby UnionBen W (Year 6) has been
playing Rugby Union since he was 5 years old. Currently he plays in
the Under 12s for Brighton Rugby Union Club, and has now been
selected for the State U13 Rugby Union team. Ben only turned 11 in
March this year so has done exceptionally well to be selected for
the this team and has high hopes that hell be selected for the
under 12s team later in the year.
The team will play in the World Sports Carnival on the Gold
Coast in July this year. They will play other teams from
Australian, New Zealand and international teams from countries such
as England and Japan.
(Ben is pictured here with his Rugby Union idol - James
OConnor)
Jessica selected to playU12 State NetballBig congratulations to
Jessica M (Year 7) for being selected to represent South Australia
in the Under 12 Netball Team. She will be heading over to Perth
later this year to compete in the State Championships.
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SPORTS NEWSSecondary SPORTYear 10 Girls Volleyball finished 5th
after beating Eastern Fleurieu Southern Area Knockout
Volleyball.
Year 10 Boys Volleyball team came runners up in the final
against Hallett Cove.
8/9 Boys Football played their first round of the State Knockout
and had an easy win against Wirreanda. In the Second round they
came up against Tatachillla, where they worked hard as a team for
their victory. The next game was a against a very strong Sacred
Heart team, where their winning streak ended.
Open Girls Football went through to the next round by beating
Victor Harbor and Eastern Fleurieu. In the Second round they beat
Marymount but lost to Brighton.
Open Girls Indoor 5 Aside Soccer - REC beat Aberfoyle and lost
to Hallett Cove
Open Boys Indoor 5 Aside Soccer - REC made it through to the
final by beating Aberfoyle, Mt Barker, Seaford and Murray Bridge.
The final was against Blackwood. The result was decided on
penalties with Blackwood going through. It was a very exciting
game, where Reynella worked hard as a team and showed real desire
to get a winning result.
Year 8/9 boys Soccer- REC are through to the next round after
beating Wirreanda and Hallett Cove. They are playing Cardijn in the
next round.
Year 8/9 Girls Netball beat Willunga and had a well fought,
close game against Tatachilla, but just ran out of steam in the
last quarter.
Open Boys Football travelled to Le Fevre High School, where they
beat Marryatville, but lost to Lefevre.
Year 8/9 Girls and Boys Touch teams travelled to Greenhill Road.
The girls finished 5th and the boys made it through to the finals
where they finished 6th.
Girls Surfing days - 7 REC girls took part in the girls Learn To
Surf days at Moana.
Open Boys Basketball - The boys claimed the titled of Southern
Vales Open boys basketball champions.
Year 8/9, 9 Aside Football - REC took 3 boys teams and 2 girls
teams to the Southern Vales 9 aside carnival. One of the boys teams
came home with a winners trophy.
Jo Draper
PE Teacher
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COMMUNITY NEWS
REC Library Opens for Parent BorrowingDuring the holiday break
we will be changing our Library system to a new Library Management
System called AccessIT.
Were looking forward to the launch of our new look Library
Catalogue that will give our Library a vibrant and interesting
profile with the provision for daily announcements, student book
reviews, carousel display of new book covers, book trailers and
much more!
To coincide with this change, we will be opening our Library
collection to parents. We invite you to search our catalogue online
or visit the Library before or after school each day to browse the
collection.
We have an excellent collection of books to support parents in
dealing with some of the complex issues relating to young children
and adolescents, especially those on the Autism Spectrum. We also
have an excellent Fiction collection of adult novels. Please visit
the Library to join.
Were also pleased to launch our new Library at REC Facebook
page.
Like us for ongoing Library updates:
facebook.com/pages/Library-at-REC
Gayle Sutter - Library Manager
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUNOnkaparinga City Council LibrariesLoads of
free or inexpensive actitivies for the kids. (See web link
below)
SciWorldExplore the world of Science at the Australian Science
and Maths School(See web link below)
N3xtGen CompetitionIf youre interested in Technology, are
creative and enjoy a challenge - at the Woodcroft Library. (See web
link below)
www.//reynellaec.sa.edu.au/news/community
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