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Edion 11 Term Four| 17 November 2017 From the Principal’s Desk Welcome to the half way mark in the final term for 2017. Year 12 students have now almost completed their ATAR WACE exams, with just one paper remaining and Year 11 students have completed their examinations for second semester; no doubt very relieved to have this period finished. Good luck to all candidates on earning the results you deserve from your hard work. A special thanks to our parents who volunteer their time to invigilate exams Toni Cook, Katrina Evans, Zanne Kruger and Ronel Stadler. Their generosity with their time ensures that our teachers can concentrate on marking their papers. Last week we very much enjoyed hosting the 2018 Year 7 cohort in an action packed day led by our teachers and current student house leaders. The depth of our pastoral care system in the College was evident throughout the day as many older students volunteered their time to lead activities and work directly with the incoming Year 7 students. Students were given an overview of the College and house system, spent time getting to know each other and enjoyed the rotational class offerings in several areas. Thank you to Mr McDonald for coordinating the day and the many staff who assisted in either running sessions or working with students. Last week all students had the opportunity to participate in sessions with Paul Litherland focussing on how to ensure our safety online. I attended both student and parent sessions and can safely say that much was learned for our participants. The sessions were funded by the Karratha Education Initiative as part of their ongoing support to excellent all round education in the city of Karratha. Thank you to our many volunteers from FOSL, including staff and students, who made the Christmas Markets possible two weeks ago. This is the major fundraiser for our FOSL committee and it was wonderful to see our gym so alive with so many Christmas shoppers. Our FOSL volunteers work very hard to ensure that they have enjoyable fundraisers, which, in turn, benefit our students as FOSL spend their money on student resources. IMPORTANT DATES Friday 17 November Last day for Year 11 Students Monday 20 - Friday 24 November Year 9 and 10 Exams Monday 27 November - Friday 8 December Year 10 ATAR Transition program and Work Placements Wednesday 29 November - Friday 1 December Year 9 Aspire Immersion Camp Monday 4 December Year 7-9 Awards Assembly Tuesday 5 December FOSL Meeting Friday 8 December Last Day for Year 7 - 10 Students Uniform Shop Opening Hours Tuesday 11:15am 3:15pm Thursday 11:15am 3:15pm For more information on uniform prices, requirements or ordering online, please check out our website at www.stlukescollege.wa.edu.au/ uniform.html Alternatively you can contact Carol, Uniform Shop Manager at [email protected] St Luke’s College Rosemary Rd, Karratha (08) 9144 1081 [email protected] Like St Luke’s College Karratha on Facebook. The Spirit Newsleer

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Edition 11 Term Four| 17 November 2017

From the Principal’s Desk

Welcome to the half way mark in the final term for 2017. Year

12 students have now almost completed their ATAR WACE

exams, with just one paper remaining and Year 11 students

have completed their examinations for second semester; no

doubt very relieved to have this period finished. Good luck to all

candidates on earning the results you deserve from your hard

work. A special thanks to our parents who volunteer their time

to invigilate exams – Toni Cook, Katrina Evans, Zanne Kruger

and Ronel Stadler. Their generosity with their time ensures that

our teachers can concentrate on marking their papers.

Last week we very much enjoyed hosting the 2018 Year 7

cohort in an action packed day led by our teachers and current

student house leaders. The depth of our pastoral care system in

the College was evident throughout the day as many older

students volunteered their time to lead activities and work

directly with the incoming Year 7 students. Students were given

an overview of the College and house system, spent time

getting to know each other and enjoyed the rotational class

offerings in several areas. Thank you to Mr McDonald for

coordinating the day and the many staff who assisted in either

running sessions or working with students.

Last week all students had the opportunity to participate in

sessions with Paul Litherland focussing on how to ensure our

safety online. I attended both student and parent sessions and

can safely say that much was learned for our participants. The

sessions were funded by the Karratha Education Initiative as

part of their ongoing support to excellent all round education in

the city of Karratha.

Thank you to our many volunteers from FOSL, including staff

and students, who made the Christmas Markets possible two

weeks ago. This is the major fundraiser for our FOSL committee

and it was wonderful to see our gym so alive with so many

Christmas shoppers. Our FOSL volunteers work very hard to

ensure that they have enjoyable fundraisers, which, in turn,

benefit our students as FOSL spend their money on student

resources.

IMPORTANT DATES

Friday 17 November

Last day for Year 11 Students

Monday 20 - Friday 24 November

Year 9 and 10 Exams

Monday 27 November - Friday 8 December

Year 10 ATAR Transition program and Work Placements

Wednesday 29 November - Friday 1 December

Year 9 Aspire Immersion Camp

Monday 4 December

Year 7-9 Awards Assembly

Tuesday 5 December FOSL Meeting

Friday 8 December

Last Day for Year 7 - 10 Students

Uniform Shop

Opening Hours Tuesday 11:15am – 3:15pm

Thursday 11:15am – 3:15pm

For more information on uniform

prices, requirements or ordering online, please check out our website at www.stlukescollege.wa.edu.au/uniform.html

Alternatively you can contact Carol, Uniform Shop Manager at [email protected]

St Luke’s College

Rosemary Rd, Karratha (08) 9144 1081

[email protected]

Like St Luke’s College

Karratha on Facebook.

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As our College Board and FOSL have now held their final meetings for the year, I can announce that we

will be seeking parents interested in assisting the College development through involvement in either

the Board or FOSL. There are 3 positions on the College Board available and also 2 positions on the

FOSL Executive – both President and Secretary. If you are interested in nominating for any of these

positions, please complete the form at the following link and return to the College. Please be advised, if

you are nominating another person, they must also sign the nomination form. Details further in this

newsletter.

This week I wrote to all families outlining the results from our recent Technology survey and the

College’s move to a BYO device. Please use the information contained in the letter to inform your

decision of what technology is appropriate for your student. If you have any queries, please feel free to

contact me at the College to discuss.

I am delighted to announce that Mrs Estelle Hill will be re-joining our College community in 2018! As

many of you would know, Mrs Hill taught Mathematics here for several years and is held in very high

regard by our students, staff and parents. We are really looking forward to welcoming her back to

St Luke’s College, along with her family.

Lastly, I must say farewell to Father Brian Ahearn, who leaves us this weekend after spending the last

14 months in our Parish. We wish him well for his return to Dongara and thank him for his faithful

stewardship in the time he has been in Karratha. God bless, Father Brian and may the blessings of Our

Lady always be with you.

Wishing all families a lovely weekend.

God bless,

Mrs Alanna Otway

Principal

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Deputy Principal’s Address

Welcome to the midpoint of Term 4!

SEQTA

A reminder that SEQTA Engage (for parents) and SEQTA Learn (for students) have been recently

activated and I trust that parents and students alike are enjoying the ease at which information is

shared. If you experience any log on issues, please contact the Front Office - they will be able to assist

you. The semester two reports will be released towards the end of the term, so please check your

account to access.

Year 10 Subject Selection

I have been working with the Year 10 students this term in order to arrange their subject selection for

their final two years at school. It’s involved some big decision making for our students, but I have been

pleased with the questions asked by the students and the mature way they have handled the

challenges.

Parents will receive a letter shortly confirming their child’s subject choices. Please sign this and return it

to the Front Office as confirmation.

Year 10 Transition Program/ Work Placements

As a way of preparing students for the changes that lay ahead, there will be a two-week period at the

very end of the term (week 8 and 9) whereby students following an ATAR pathway will attend classes

based on their ATAR pathway. During this time, students will be ‘introduced’ to the ATAR course; they

will also be expected to complete an assessment during this period.

In preparation for next year, I would recommend that students purchase the set texts as advised on the

Booklist. It would be hugely beneficial to speak with subject teachers in order to plan activities/reading/

preparation over the Christmas period. Students who complete some pre-preparation over the holiday

period are going to feel more comfortable and more prepared in Year 11 next year.

Students undertaking a General pathway (with a Certificate course) next year, will be attending pre-

arranged work placements. Students have been liaising with Mrs Potter (VET Coordinator) in order to

arrange these placements - if they are not in place yet, please advise your child to see Mrs Potter as

soon as possible.

God bless,

Miss Melanie Caddick,

Deputy Principal (Year 8, 10 & 12)

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Deputy Principal’s Address

Many thanks to the North West Shelf Project: Karratha Education Initiative, who enabled St Luke’s

College to have the expertise of Paul Litherland, Surf Online Safe, at our College on the 6th and 7th

November, Week 5. Not only did Paul deliver to our students on a critical issue, but he spoke in a way

that encouraged our students to think very carefully about their online identities and how easy it is to

accidently give out information to the wrong people. Thank you also to those parents who supported

the parent online seminar last Monday night with Paul, I think we were all rather surprised at how

much our children are exposed online. We also learnt some great strategies to protect our families.

The overwhelming majority of our students wear our uniform appropriately and with pride. I have

noticed, however, that a number of students are disregarding our uniform code. As parents/guardians

please support the College in reinforcing these requirements. Our uniform serves as a powerful symbol

of identification. A uniform code also prepares students for the world of work where uniform codes are

in place in almost all industries and professions.

Week 7 sees the commencement of Year 9 and 10 Exams. Please see the attachments at the end of

this newsletter for Exam Timetable and Rules of Examinations. Please remember that if your child is

unable to attend these exams they will require a Medical Certificate or prior approval from the principal

if due to other circumstances.

I wish to extend my thanks and congratulations to the Year 11 students who finish their year on Friday,

17th November. It has been a pleasure working with you all this year, you have made me feel valued

and welcomed to the College. Have a restful holiday and I look forward to working with you all in 2018

as St Luke’s College graduates. As a cohort we wish Kimberley Cruz and Amreen (June) Jahan all the

best on their respective moves to Perth and South Australia. It has been a pleasure getting to know

you and I wish you all the best for your bright futures.

Thank you to all those parents and students who helped

out at the FOSL Christmas Markets. It was wonderful to feel

the community spirit on display on the days leading up to

the event and the day of the event as well.

God bless,

Miss Sharon Cusack Deputy Principal (Year 7, 9 & 11)

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Religious Education

Blessings All,

Well here we are over halfway through the last term of 2017. Students will be busy with assessments

in class and upcoming tests as the term quickly finishes.

Extraordinary Ministers

Last Wednesday 8th November six of our Year 10 and 11 students attended St Paul’s Parish Church

where they undertook training to become Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Congratulations

to Christine Zaccheus, Sharni and Bella Strong, Michaela Flores and Victoria and Elizabeth Phillips.

They have completed the necessary training and will now be able to assist the Priest in administering

the Sacrament of the Eucharist.

Salvation Christmas Hamper Appeal

St Luke’s College is once again participating in contributing food items to The Salvation Christmas

Hamper Appeal which will be delivered to families needing assistance at Christmas time here in

Karratha and surrounding towns. All students have been asked to donate something towards the

Christmas Hamper Appeal. Any donations can be sent to school and your child/children can give it to

their PCG teacher. All donations are appreciated and we look forward to supporting this very worthy

cause.

Year 10 Retreat

On Thursday the 2nd of October the Year Ten students attended their annual retreat.

The students, accompanied by Ms Cusack, Mrs Gupta and myself, spent the day at the Dampier

Pavilion, with the day beginning with Mass at St Peter’s Church in Dampier. The retreat was a day of

reflection about themselves, their relationships with others and sparking in them the need to foster

justice in society.

Ms Cusack organised the first activity. She shared her love of music and the way music expresses her

life experiences. She came with her playlist of personally significant songs and then asked students to

think about the music that has touched them or personally significant

and then they created their own playlist.

I read the “warm fuzzy” story and ran an activity where the students

watched snippets of the SBS documentary “First Contact”. The

documentary covers the social justice issues associated with the rights

of Indigenous people. Whilst viewing the documentary students

discussed topics and concerns that arose.

The retreat was supported by Mrs Guthrie, who provided the delicious

fresh rolls for lunch, Ms Cusack and Mrs Gupta who made sure that all

the morning tea and lunch was ready for the hungry hordes. I would

like to acknowledge the valuable support, help and enthusiasm by the

students and Mrs Guthrie, Mrs Gupta and Ms Cusack.

God bless,

Mrs Rhondda Tittums

Head of Religious Education

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Learning Area Updates

Physical Education

Year 10 Lightning Carnival

On Friday, the 10th November, all the Year 10 students participated in a lightning carnival at the

Leisureplex against Karratha High School and Tom Price High School. Students had to choose to

participate in Boys Basketball, Mixed Futsal or Mixed Volleyball. Volleyball was the popular sport and we

had two mixed teams entered into the Carnival.

The mixed futsal team gave a very good account of themselves on the court and

although they were run off their feet they had a lot of fun. Under the guidance

of Genesis Duarte-Almeida the team bonded and displayed great sportsmanship.

The boys basketball team was very competitive under the great captaincy of

Reuben McCawley and won all their games in the round robin very convincingly.

They came up against Karratha Senior High School in the finals and it was a

resounding victory to St Luke’s College boys who took out the winning shield.

The volleyball teams were enthusiastic, despite playing in the sun and on the

beach sand. The players gave their best and had good competition from the

other teams. They learnt new skills and were able to communicate effectively

with each other and display good sportsmanship. Mitchell

Greensill was voted MVP of the tournament.

A fun and competitive day was had by all the Year 10 students.

Congratulations to all students for outstanding performances in

all the sports played.

Many thanks to Mr Pedlar, Mr Sharpe and Miss Tipa for

accompanying the students and helping coach and manage the

teams.

Kogi Govender

Head of Health/PE Department

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Learning Area Updates

Outdoor Education

As part of the 2017 Outdoor Education Program for Semester 2, Year 9 students planned and

participated in a Kayaking Excursion and Overnight Camp on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th October.

The venue this year was Dampier and included various locations in and around Hampton Harbour,

Sam’s Island and East Intercourse Island.

The aims of the Kayaking Excursion and Overnight Camp were to:

Provide students with a diverse range of outdoor educational experiences

Encourage the development of problem-solving strategies

Build resilience and coping strategies through challenging activities

Apply the “Leave no Trace” principle in the environment

During the camp’s activities the students were assessed on the following areas:

Self-awareness and excursion planning

Kayaking skills and “Leave no Trace” principles

The Kayaking Excursion and Overnight Camp proved to be a very much anticipated and enjoyable

experience which provided many challenges and opportunities to put into practice their camp-craft

survival skills. I was very impressed with the way in which students conducted themselves and the

respect shown in the active environment.

Mr Brent McDonald

Year 9 Outdoor Education Teacher

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Year 7 Orientation Day

On Thursday 9th of November, current Year 6 students from Millar’s Well, Baynton West, St Paul’s,

Dampier, Wickham, Tambrey and Pegs Creek Primary schools attended the St Luke’s College Year 7

Orientation Day for students enrolled for 2018.

Anxious, nervous yet excited for the next phase in their educational journey, the students assembled in

the St Luke’s Gymnasium at 8:15am to prepare for the outline of their Orientation Day.

All students were welcomed by the Principal, Mrs Alanna Otway and then introduced to the House

Coordinators, support staff and their Year 7 Coordinator, Mr Brent McDonald.

After all the introductions, senior student leaders helped facilitate and guide the students around the

school on a mystery tour which helped to familiarise them with the school layout before being exposed

to a variety of subject areas to give them a taste of what to expect in their first year at St Luke’s

College in 2018.

The Orientation Day provides the students with an opportunity to experience College life and also

provides a welcoming, safe and supportive environment for our students to learn who they are and

encourage them to be the best that they can be. The Year 7 Orientation Day is put in place to help

ease transition and provide support networks that help our students overcome challenges in their

preparation for their first year at St Luke’s. To complement this transition, Primary School visits were

arranged to meet and greet with students enrolled at St Luke’s College prior to Year 7 Orientation Day.

As a result, all students were familiar with their expectations and were excited of the prospect of

attending their first educational event in their introduction to College life.

All students enjoyed the activities and the prospect of returning to school, next time in a school

uniform. I had been particularly impressed with the enthusiasm displayed from the students

throughout the day and their approach to planned activities and excellent behaviour had also been

noted.

Many thanks

Mr Brent McDonald

Year 7 Coordinator

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Beijing Bound

Recently three students from St Luke’s competed in the Beijing Bound Science competition, sponsored

by Rio Tinto and Scitech. It involved students completing a scientific experiment in a field of their

choosing, writing a scientific report and then presenting this to an audience, including the judges.

In the process of conducting their experiments, they were given a scientist mentor from Rio Tinto to

discuss, plan and conduct their experiment with.

Experiments were conducted on electromagnetic levitation, solar distillation and electromagnetic pulse

protection and were of a high standard. The presentations were of an even higher standard and the

students are to be commended on both their work and ability to convey the knowledge they learnt

conducting the experiment, to an audience.

The student who was declared the winner of the competition, as decided by

the Scitech staff who judged them on their report and presentation, was

Jasper Otway.

Jasper will travel to Beijing next year, for a week, to an international science

symposium to present his experimental report with students from around the

globe.

Having been on this trip myself. I know it is a fantastic and inspiring

opportunity for Jasper, and I would invite all Year 9 and 10 students next

year to take the opportunity to participate and learn from the experience.

You never know, you might be traveling to Beijing in 2019 on an all expenses

paid trip.

Once again, we must thank Rio Tinto and Scitech for giving our students this opportunity.

Mr Stuart Dale

Head of Science

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Careers

Year 10 Two Week Transition

Our Year 10 students have selected their pathway ahead of Year 11 and 12. Both the ATAR and General

students will be attending a two-week transition from Monday 27th November - Friday 8th December.

Students following the ATAR pathway will be attending classes at school, timetables have been provided.

Students following the General pathway have been actively looking for work experience placements for

the two-week transition.

The response from local businesses around town has been very positive, businesses are very supportive

in accommodating students. Students will gain work experience in an area similar to that of their chosen

certificate course for Year 11 and 12. The work experience is certain to make some noticeable changes

to your child, with the intentions they become more: independent, responsible, communicate with others

other than their peers, time management, work with other age groups / cultures, display their maturity

and respect and have a better understanding of the general running and responsibilities within a working

environment.

I would like to wish all the students all the best during their transition, I can’t wait to hear all their

feedback next year!

Reminder: Year 11 and 12 General Students 2018

This year, Year 11 and 12 students on a General pathway have either attended a Certificate Course with

TAFE, or a School Based Traineeship (SBT) on a Monday.

This will change from 2018. Year 11 students will attend TAFE / SBT on a Thursday and Year 12

students will attend on a Wednesday. The decision to change the days is due to a number of reasons;

one being, most businesses are unable to accommodate Trainee students on Monday due to RDO days

and Monday being the quietest day of the week for students to gain the full experience of the

workplace. Another positive for changing the days is due to St Luke’s College and KSHS amalgamating

TAFE days. TAFE are able to assist with a wider range of course offerings to a small number of students.

Cultural DeCoding by The University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame Australia invites the gifted and talented students who will be in Year 11

and 12 in 2018 to participate in the 2018 program of Cultural DeCoding.

The programme runs from 22-24 January 2018, from 9am until 3.30pm.

This three-day experience will help unlock the ideas that define who we are. With a mixture of art,

archaeology, history, philosophy, theology, this experience will intellectually challenge and enrich your

mind to prepare you for further study.

For further information, please click HERE

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Rio Tinto Student Vacation Programme

Each year Rio Tinto runs a student vacation programme. The programme provides an opportunity for

local students to gain experience in the processes associated with paid employment and for Rio Tinto

to encourage students to consider an employment pathway with the company by providing an insight

into work at site.

It was great to see the response of students eager to apply for the programme, 60 students across

Years 10 – 12 submitted applications. WorkPac received a total of 130 applications from the Pilbara.

Of those 130 applications, 65 were selected, with students gaining work experience roles across

Dampier, 7 Mile and Cape Lambert.

The 2017/18 programme involves two blocks, of two week placements; Block 1 commencing on the

4th December and Block 2 on the 8th January.

Students were able to nominate to be placed in the following roles during their placement:

Service and support roles, such as Health and Safety, Administration, IT, Environmental,

Engineering and Marine

Operational roles, such as Workshop/Trades Assistance and Fixed Plant

Students will be provided with full supervision throughout their two-week placement (Monday to

Friday, 8 hours per day). Supervisors must provide direct support and mentoring on using the Rio

Tinto hazard awareness tools and ensuring their safety at all times.

Congratulations to all students who applied for the programme, WorkPac received a great response

making the opportunity more competitive than ever before. Students are encouraged to continue

submitting applications to such programmes.

Congratulations to the following students that were selected for the programme:

Madison Ninaus, Gershom Auna, Vaniya Siddiqui, Toby Wren, Marcus Jiritano, Sharni Strong, Akshat

Gupta, Zoe Oliver, Tasmin Kyle, Harry Dorning, John D’Mello, Claudia Becker, Ryan Loudon, Bella

Strong, Rebeca Gathmann-Brandt, Hayley Ladyman, Avinash Sudhakaran, Mackenzie King, Devni

Wijesinghe, Elizabeth Phillips, Isabel Oakley, Brock Wilkinson, Joshua Mahlatjie, Jorja Huntley, Kain

Janeway.

Mrs Carol Potter

Vocational Education Coordinator

[email protected]

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Congratulations!

Congratulations to Alycia Buenaflor who won the Junior Sports girl award at the Karratha City Sports

Awards. Congratulations also to Abbygail Bushby who was chosen to represent WA in the under 16’s

Softball State team and is trialling for the Australian Softball team during the holidays.

Finance

This is a general reminder to all families that school fee balances should have been finalised by the

15th November 2017. Could those families who have yet to organise payment, please contact the

College urgently to make arrangements.

If you are experiencing difficulties in paying your fees, please be assured, there is always a

solution. Please contact the College to make a private and confidential appointment with the Principal

to discuss what arrangements might be put in place to assist you in moving forward with your

account, whilst still ensuring that your child remains part of our St Luke’s community.

Warm regards,

The Finance Team

Uniform Shop

The uniform shop will be open prior to the start of Term 1 2018 for any last minute school uniform

requirements. I am looking for any parent helpers over the two days, please email me if you are able

to assist, even if it’s for an hour or two. Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th January from 9am – 12pm.

In addition, if any families have school uniforms that are no longer required and are still in

presentable condition please feel free to drop them off to me during opening hours.

Regards,

Carol Potter

[email protected]

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Parent Notices

School Dental Service

The School Dental Service continues to provide free dental care for all enrolled students up to Year 11

or until they reach the age of 17 years old. Please advise the Dental Therapy Centre if you have

changed your address so that you can be posted a recall reminder.

The Karratha Dental Therapy Centre at Karratha Primary School will be closed for the school holidays

from Friday 3rd November and will reopen Wednesday 31st January, 2018. The Baynton West Dental

Therapy Centre will be open from Monday 6th November through to close of school term and will

reopen Wednesday 31st January, 2018.

Any emergencies during the school holidays please contact your local dentist or the Hedland General

Dental Clinic 91722223.

Karratha DTC | Dental Health Services

WAAPA Summer School 2017/2018

This summer The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is again of-

fering an exciting school holiday program for students in years 4 to 12. The Summer

School includes classes in dance, drama, acting, screen performance, music theatre and

of course, how to perform Shakespeare. For information about the fantastic courses on

offer please visit WAAPA Summer School or contact Gabrielle Metcalf

at [email protected] or 9370 6775.

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Year 9 Exam Timetable - Week 7

20th - 24th November

Year 10 Exam Timetable - Week 7

20th - 24th November

Period Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 Religion Exam

2 Religion Exam

3 HASS Exam English Exam Maths Exam

4 HASS Exam English Exam Maths Exam

5 Science Exam

6 Science Exam

DATE

TIME

EXAMINATION

ROOM

PERIOD

MONDAY

20 November

Arrive by 8:35am

Exam starts 8:45am

Year 10 English

F2/F3

Periods 1 and 2

TUESDAY

21 November

Arrive by 10:45am

Exam starts 10:55am

Year 10 HASS

F2/F3

Periods 3 and 4

WEDNESDAY

22 November

Arrive by 8:35am

Exam starts 8:45am

Year 10 Maths

F2/F3

Periods 1 and 2

THURSDAY

23 November

Arrive by 8:35am

Exam starts 8:45am

Year 10 Science

F2/F3

Periods 1 and 2

FRIDAY

24 November

Arrive by 1:10pm

Exam starts 1:20pm

Year 10 RE

F2/F3

Periods 5 and 6

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RULES OF EXAMINATIONS

These rules apply from the time that students enter the Exam Room. Students must be aware of the

following examination rules.

All students have been issued with a copy of these rules:

Total silence is to be maintained throughout the exam.

No communication is to take place between students.

Students are to follow the directions of the supervisor.

Any queries concerning the examination paper, or any other matter, are to be brought to the

attention of the supervisor by raising their hand.

Students should ensure that completed work is turned face down, out of sight of other students.

Students completing the exam must remain in the room and continue to adhere to all examination

rules, until such time as they are dismissed.

Students may only be excused from the exam room during the exam if they are accompanied by a

teacher or supervisor.

Students are not permitted to leave the examination room early; they must remain until the end of

their designated exam.

Borrowing of materials, calculators, mathematical instruments, etc. is not permitted.

Water may be taken providing it is in a clear bottle with all labels removed and is less than 1500ml.

Water bottles may not be refilled during the exam.

The following items are not allowed to be taken into exam rooms:

Mobile phones/ Electronic Devices (including Smart watches)

Bags

Pencil cases not made of clear material

Calculator cases

Calculator instruction booklets

Blank paper

Map templates of any description

Any such item deemed inappropriate by the supervisor will be confiscated prior to the exam

commencing.

Any infringement of the rules governing examinations will ultimately result in the confiscation of the

exam paper and the offender will be asked to leave the exam room. This must be brought to the

attention of a Deputy Principal as soon as possible and a zero mark may be awarded.

Ignorance of examination rules does not constitute a reason for not following them.

All students are to follow the directions of the supervisor at all times. Any students in

breach of examination rules run the risk of receiving a mark of zero for their paper.

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School Board Information

Involvement with the School Board is very rewarding and gives the opportunity to be closely

associated with the School – this is particularly important in a secondary school context where parents

can find it a little difficult to be a close part of the school community. Below are some details about

the operation of and requirements for nomination to the School Board together with the relevant

Nomination Forms. You are free to nominate yourself or another person; however if you nominate

another person you must obtain that person’s signature on the nomination form.

Nominations will be sought for College Board members for the College Community Annual General

Meeting, which will be held on Tuesday 13th March 2018 at 6pm.

The School Board is responsible for the overall financial management of the school in collaboration

with the Principal, including monitoring monthly expenses, input into and approving the annual

College budget and managing College fees and financial policies.

In 2018, there will be 3 positions available on the College Board.

Nominees to the Board should:

· Possess special skills or interests which will be of value to the Board.

· Have a deep interest in the welfare of all students, staff and parents.

· Desire to serve the community.

· Be keen to promote Catholic schooling.

· Be prepared to work cooperatively with other Board members.

· Have sufficient time to devote to Board duties.

The Board meets on the evening of the second Tuesday of each month at 5.30pm.

Board membership is for a period of two years.

It is strongly encouraged that all parents who are considering submitting a nomination form to please

do so. You can download a copy of the nomination form here.

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