www.gleneagles.vic.edu.au / Reema Boulevard, Endeavour Hills VIC 3802 / T: 9708 1319 F: 9708 1324 Issue 227 5 th September 2014 COLLEGE PRINCIPAL’S REPORT INTERIM REPORTS Parents should have received the Interim Report for Year 7 to 10 students or the Mentor report for Year 11 and 12 that were posted recently to students’ home addresses. These reports have been sent to all for preparation for the Parent Teacher Interviews on Wednesday, 10 th September, 2014. Students in Years 7, 8, 9 also received details regarding the 2014 End of Year Activities Program. PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEW BOOKINGS The Parent Teacher Interviews are quickly approaching and will be held on Wednesday 10 th September, 1.00pm-8.00pm. We are continuing to use an electronic booking system which will allow parents/guardians to directly book interviews using the internet. The online booking system was activated on Wednesday 3 rd September at 12 noon, you will need to click on the “Parent Teacher Interviews” heading in the Quick Links section on the left side of the screen on the Gleneagles website. You will then be taken to the booking system. Please refer to the information sheet included with your child’s interim or Mentor report for more detailed instructions on how to access the booking system as well as your login details. Should you not have access to the internet, please give your instructions to your child and they can use one of the school computers to implement your booking requests and print off a hard copy for you to bring on the afternoon/evening. A reminder to parents/guardians that there are no classes on Wednesday, 10 th September 2014. NAPLAN REPORTS NAPLAN reports for Year 7 and 9 students arrived at the College this week. Parents can collect their child’s NAPLAN report during Parent Teacher interviews on Wednesday, 10 th September 2014. IT’S ADULT LEARNERS WEEK - PARENTS CAN BE AMAZING LEARNERS, TOO! Are you interested in furthering your education? Would you like to learn something close to home that fits in with your family commitments? If so, then you will join 110,000 other Victorians every year who are taking a course at one of 300 Learn Local organisations right across the State. There are courses and programs that can help you change careers, gain a qualification, improve your IT, maths and literacy skills or just learn something fun and new. A mum-of-three from Kaniva in the Wimmera recently won $5000 as Outstanding Learner of the Year at the Victorian Learn Local Awards. Lisa Stimson attends LINK Neighbourhood House in Kaniva and takes a Women in Ag course to help run her family farm. To find a Learn Local near our school access the following link: www.learnlocal.org.au TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Parents are requested to be mindful of student safety before and after school in relation to traffic. Do not let your child leave the vehicle until the car is parked safely in the kerb. Frequently students are leaving vehicles whilst the car is on the road or at the roundabout which is very dangerous. Please obey all traffic and parking signs outside the school. Discuss with your child the need to use the School Crossings at all times. Please do not double park in the streets outside the College when dropping off or picking up your child. Do not park over the School Crossing lines, or over the drive ways of the local residents. U Turns in Reema Boulevard and Hanna Drive must be avoided at busy times. The college has requested for parking inspectors to patrol the school zones. Traffic police will issue fines for non-compliance of road rules including not obeying parking conditions. Your co-operation in these areas will be greatly appreciated. Sue Peddlesden, Adele Duffy, Kathie Toth & Paul Thorne Monday 8 th September - Division Athletics Carnival (selected students) Thursday 18 th September - Year 11 Legal Studies Excursion Tuesday 9 th September - Year 9 Excursion, Environmental Pathways Forum, Chisholm Institute, Cranbourne Friday 19 th September - Last day Term 3, 2.30pm dismissal Wednesday 10 th September - Parent Teacher Interviews, 1.00pm-8.00pm (no classes) Monday 6 th October - First Day Term 4 Thursday 11 th September - Year 7/8E Extension Excursion - Schools on Stage (selected students) Wednesday 8 th October - Gleneagles Film Festival, Hallam SSC Theatre, 7.00pm Monday 15 th September - Year 11/12 Health & Human Development Exam Preparation Seminar Friday 10 th October - Instagram Photography Competition, entries close Tuesday 16 th September - School Production, Rock Revolution (16-18/9), Hallam SSC Theatre, 7.30pm Tuesday 14 th October - VCE Art Show, Monash University, Caulfield East campus, 6.00pm- 8.00pm
INTERIM REPORTS Parents should have received the Interim Report for Year 7 to 10 students or the Mentor report for Year 11 and 12 that were posted recently to students’ home addresses. These reports have been sent to all for preparation for the Parent Teacher Interviews on Wednesday, 10
th September, 2014.
Students in Years 7, 8, 9 also received details regarding the 2014 End of Year Activities Program.
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEW BOOKINGS The Parent Teacher Interviews are quickly approaching and will be held on Wednesday 10
th September, 1.00pm-8.00pm.
We are continuing to use an electronic booking system which will allow parents/guardians to directly book interviews using the internet. The online booking system was activated on Wednesday 3
rd September at 12 noon, you will need to click
on the “Parent Teacher Interviews” heading in the Quick Links section on the left side of the screen on the Gleneagles website. You will then be taken to the booking system. Please refer to the information sheet included with your child’s interim or Mentor report for more detailed instructions on how to access the booking system as well as your login details. Should you not have access to the internet, please give your instructions to your child and they can use one of the school computers to implement your booking requests and print off a hard copy for you to bring on the afternoon/evening. A reminder to parents/guardians that there are no classes on Wednesday, 10
th September 2014.
NAPLAN REPORTS NAPLAN reports for Year 7 and 9 students arrived at the College this week. Parents can collect their child’s NAPLAN report during Parent Teacher interviews on Wednesday, 10
th
September 2014.
IT’S ADULT LEARNERS WEEK - PARENTS CAN BE AMAZING LEARNERS, TOO! Are you interested in furthering your education? Would you like to learn something close to home that fits in with your family commitments? If so, then you will join 110,000 other Victorians every year who are taking a course at one of 300 Learn Local organisations right across the State. There are courses and programs that can help you change careers, gain a qualification, improve your IT, maths and literacy skills or just learn something fun and new. A mum-of-three from Kaniva in the Wimmera recently won $5000 as Outstanding Learner of the Year at the Victorian Learn Local Awards. Lisa Stimson attends LINK Neighbourhood House in Kaniva and takes a Women in Ag course to help run her family farm. To find a Learn Local near our school access the following link: www.learnlocal.org.au TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Parents are requested to be mindful of student safety before and after school in relation to traffic. Do not let your child leave the vehicle until the car is parked safely in the kerb. Frequently students are leaving vehicles whilst the car is on the road or at the roundabout which is very dangerous.
Please obey all traffic and parking signs outside the school.
Discuss with your child the need to use the School Crossings at all times.
Please do not double park in the streets outside the College when dropping off or picking up your child.
Do not park over the School Crossing lines, or over the drive ways of the local residents.
U Turns in Reema Boulevard and Hanna Drive must be avoided at busy times.
The college has requested for parking inspectors to patrol the school zones. Traffic police will issue fines for non-compliance of road rules including not obeying parking conditions. Your co-operation in these areas will be greatly appreciated.
Sue Peddlesden, Adele Duffy, Kathie Toth & Paul Thorne
Monday 8th
September - Division Athletics Carnival
(selected students) Thursday 18
th September - Year 11 Legal Studies Excursion
Tuesday 9th
September - Year 9 Excursion, Environmental Pathways
Forum, Chisholm Institute, Cranbourne Friday 19
th September - Last day Term 3, 2.30pm dismissal
Wednesday 10th
September - Parent Teacher Interviews, 1.00pm-8.00pm
(no classes) Monday 6
th October - First Day Term 4
Thursday 11th
September - Year 7/8E Extension Excursion
- Schools on Stage (selected students) Wednesday 8
th October
- Gleneagles Film Festival, Hallam SSC Theatre, 7.00pm
Monday 15th
September - Year 11/12 Health & Human Development
Exam Preparation Seminar Friday 10
th October
- Instagram Photography Competition, entries close
Tuesday 16th
September - School Production, Rock Revolution
(16-18/9), Hallam SSC Theatre, 7.30pm Tuesday 14
th October
- VCE Art Show, Monash University, Caulfield East campus, 6.00pm- 8.00pm
YEAR 9 & 10 STUDENTS – STUDENTS LATE TO SCHOOL In order to support your child's academic progress, the Year 9 and 10 Sub-School will be implementing the following as of Monday, 8
th September 2014. Students who are late on one
or more occasions without parent explanation in the form of a note or phone call throughout a given week will be subject to an after school detention to be held on the Friday afternoon of that week. This detention will be supervised by the Team Leaders within the sub school until the end of the school year.
We ask for your continued support in reminding your child of their obligation to arrive on time, all of the time. If there are any queries in relation to this, please contact your relevant Team Leader at the College on Tel 9708 1319
Mr Sainsbery on behalf of the Year 9/10 Sub School
VCE ART SHOW, TUESDAY, 14TH OCTOBER 2014 This year Gleneagles Visual Arts department has been fortunate enough to build a positive educational partnership with Monash University Museum of Arts (MUMA). As such this year the Year 12 VCE Studio Arts and Visual Communication students will be holding a one night only pop-up exhibition at MUMA, Monash University, Caulfield East campus on Tuesday, 14
th October 2014. The students
have been hard at work all year and have put in a massive effort which has been accompanied by blood, sweat and tears, but above all else an overwhelming sense of pride at this amazing opportunity. Tickets are available via the link listed below and on the College website. Be quick as there are limited spaces! A one night only event which is surely not to be missed. Ticketing details of the VCE Art Show:- http://www.trybooking.com/Embed.aspx?eid=102335 Ms Kinnersley, Art/SEAL Manager YEAR 12 PHYSICS SYNCHROTRON EXCURSION On Thursday, 21
st August 2014 all the Year 12 Physics
students attended an excursion to the Synchrotron Clayton. The Synchrotron has specialised equipment for performing experiments on the topic of Interaction of Light. They run sessions catering to Unit 4 work for Physics students. Students had an opportunity to tour Synchrotron experimental stations and also perform experiments on Diffraction, Interference of Light and the Photoelectric Effect.
INSTAGRAM PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION ENTRIES CLOSE FRIDAY, 10TH OCTOBER 2014
NEIL HALL-OAKLEY 08/03/1998 TO 06/09/2012
Saturday 6
th September marks a sad day for the
Gleneagles community. Two years ago we lost a boy who gave his all to the Gleneagles Secondary College program. Neil Hall-Oakley was an energetic and enthusiastic student that loved his Carlton Footy team. He was always involved in the College extra-curricula programs being a member of the SAC Committee, regularly attending Homework and Breakfast Club Programs and helping out at fundraising efforts like the ‘5 cent drive’ (pictured). The second anniversary of his passing provides students an opportunity to reflect on your contribution to your school. The programs we offer are aimed at all different types of students and cater for a diverse range of interests. Using Neil as your inspiration, try to involve yourself in as many programs as you can. May we never forget Neil’s bubbly and energetic personality! Mr Leith, Year 8 Team Leader
Pictured: Neil Hall-Oakley, Mr Leith, Ben Lehman, Josh Lehman
Trade Secret, Dandenong – After school ‘Fill teams’ – Must be able to work after school and on weekends. Send your cv to [email protected] and [email protected] This is a fashion and homewares store. Retail sales experience is not essential.
Toys R Us – new store opening at Fountain Gate Shopping Centre – Store associates – temporary, part-time or casual with shifts on weekdays and weekends. Email Hayley Johnson at [email protected]
Dick Smith – Christmas Casual jobs – will be advertised soon - go to the website http://dicksmithholdings.com.au/work-with-us/
Discover Deakin In The September Holidays
Monday 22nd
September at the Geelong Waurn Ponds campus
Tuesday 23rd
September at the Burwood campus Register at: http://www.deakin.edu.au/study-at-deakin/why-choose-deakin/prospective-student-events JMC Academy Holiday Workshops The following workshops are being held in the September holidays, $10 for each (including lunch):
Games Design, 22nd
September, 2.00pm-5.00pm
Animation Workshop, 22nd
September, 10.00am-1.00pm
Music Workshop, 24th
September, 10.00am-2.00pm
Entertainment Management, 25th
September, from 10.00am-12.30pm
Film & TV Production Workshops, 26th
September, from 10.00am -2.00pm
Book at jmcacademy.edu.au. JMC is at 171 Bank St, South Melbourne RSPCA Holiday Program RSPCA Education at Burwood East, is offering the following programs for students interested in the animal care industry: Tuesday 23
rd September – Vet for a Day $104, 9.30am-3.30pm
Monday 29th
September – Animal Attendant for a Day, $104, 9.30am-3.30pm Thursday 2
nd October – Introduction to working with small
animals (Short course costs $225) 9.00am – 4.00pm. http://www.rspcavic.org/services/education/short-courses VCE Extension Studies Studying a University subject while you are in Year 12 can boost your ATAR and gain credits into a University degree. Apply in December at:
Deakin University http://www.deakin.edu.au/study-at-deakin/study-options-and-pathways/vce-extension-studies-program
Defence Force Recruiting – October Information Sessions All sessions are from 6-7pm at Level 14, 501 Swanston St, Melbourne. To book your seat, please email [email protected] with the title of session and number of seats. 1
st October – 1 Year roles
7th
October – Submariner Information session 8
th October – ADFA information session
9th
October – Health careers Chris Wood, Careers Co-ordinator
R U OK? Day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding people to regularly check in with family, friends and colleagues by asking R U OK? By reaching out to one another we can support and help each other through life’s ups and downs. How Can A Conversation Change A Life? Research shows that people who have strong relationships are less likely to consider hurting themselves as an option when struggling with life. Regular face-to-face conversations can help us to build and maintain strong relationships with friends and family. Who Can Take Part On R U OK? Day And How Can I Start A Conversation? Anyone who knows someone struggling with life. If you're not sure still ask! Check out the R U OK tips at www.ruok.org.au What Is Happening At Gleneagles Secondary College? On Friday, 12th September, staff and students will be participating in a range of activities including at lunchtime a BBQ, small stall sales, a staff verse student soccer match in the gym. What If Someone Isn’t OK? Talk to a Gleneagles Secondary College Wellbeing Team or staff member Call a crisis line for immediate help
Lifeline – 13 11 14
Kidshelpline – 1800 55 1800
1800RUOKDAY (7865329) to connect with crisis lines
Visit your doctor, counsellor or trusted health professional Talk to a trusted adult or friend Access on-line support
REACH OUT – http://au.reachout.com
Headspace - www.headspace.org.au and eHeadspace
– www.eheadspace.org.au
Beyondblue - www.beyondblue.org.au and
Youthbeyondblue - www.youthbeyondblue.com
Anne Clancy – Adolescent Health Nurse Roxanne Bell – Health and PE Teacher
