The St. Arnaud Secondary College
Weekly Newsletter 26th April, 2019
St. Arnaud Secondary College is a Child Safe School.
Lest We Forget
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Principal’s Report
Students will be undertaking a One on One interview with an external consultant to obtain
the results from the online survey they undertook prior to the Easter holidays.
Parents are welcome to come along to the interview. The days and times are indicated below.
Tuesday/Thursday/Friday
8:30-9:15
9:15-10:00
10:00-10:45
11:00-11:45
11:45-12:30
12:30-1:15
1:45-2:30
2:30-3:15
If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Reynolds, Careers Coordinator.
Year 9 Career Advisory Individual Student meetings
Welcome Back
Welcome back to Term 2, 2019. I hope that everyone had a safe and happy break which included
the Easter long weekend. This first week is a bit of a disjointed week missing Easter Monday and
Thursday’s ANZAC Day Public Holiday, so this newsletter will be a brief one which reflects the week
that has been.
ANZAC Day
On Wednesday afternoon we held our ANZAC service at the College where all students got to pay
their respects to those who have fought, been injured or paid the ultimate price so we can live in
the country that we have. This was followed on Thursday with our School Captains taking part in
the St. Arnaud service – laying a wreath and presenting speeches at the service at the RSL Hall. All
of our students did an excellent job representing our College on the day – Well Done.
Project Rockit
Next Monday, the St. Arnaud Learning Alliance has been able to secure Project Rockit for students
and the community. Project Rockit is focussed on cyber safety – especially for teenagers – and are
experts in their field. Students in Years 7 to 10 will be having sessions with the Project Rockit Team
throughout the day.
I would encourage all parents and grandparents to attend the community session at 6:30 to 8pm at
the Town Hall. The session will give many practical ways in which to help keep your children safe
online and what to look out for. I am sure it will be a very informative evening for all of us, especial-
ly as parents.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
This year we have been able to secure tickets for the theatre production of “Charlie and the Choc-
olate Factory” which is a well-known story. Expressions of interest are open with the cost of the trip
being $90. At this stage we have sought 20 tickets, so for students to secure a place on the trip, we
will require your name and a $50 deposit. Tickets will be allocated on a first-in-first served basis.
Parent Teacher Interviews 7th May
Parents are invited to come to the school to meet with your child's teachers and Year Level Coordi-
nator.
Compass will walk you through the booking process but if have any questions or issues please don't
hesitate to contact Vanessa McCormick on 54 951 811 during regular school hours.
Year 12 Classes will be running throughout the day.
We look forward to seeing you at our Parent Teacher Interview day.
Tony Hand
Principal
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Year 9/10 Melbourne Camp
Action packed, freedom but
not enough down time were
some of the experiences on
the Melbourne camp. Prior
to the holidays 27 Year 9 and
10 students, along with Mr
Hand, Mrs Medlyn and Mrs
Jackson bused it down to
Melbourne for 4 days of met-
ropolitan life style.
Our first stop was ArtVo at
Docklands. This is the place
to visit if you wish to be liter-
ally immersed in Art, travel
the world and be projected
into fantasy land. Some of
us were able to squeeze in a bit of shopping at Docklands. Our next stop was to deliver our bags to
our accommodation in South Yarra and then grab our first train to Melbourne Central. Here we partici-
pated in Laser Tag, Pool, Bowling and finishing off the activities with many choices from the food court.
Some of us were able to squeeze in a bit of shopping at Melbourne Central. From there we walked
down the street and around the corner to the Old Melbourne Goal. We were given a one-man
spooky and yet interesting performance of previous life in the goal and the events of Ned Kelly’s hang-
ing. We then cautiously made our way back to our accommodation on the subway train.
The next day we again trained it to RMIT where we were given an insight into the different pathways
that can be taken at the University, as well as the social life involved on Campus. There are numerous
options for further study involving University pathways as well as TAFE or a combination of both. Here
we participated in the RMIT Amazing Race with Jess, Johanna, Georgia and Emily coming out victors.
Next it was our own Amazing Race around Melbourne CBD. Here we were left to our own devices to
navigate the hustle and bustle of Melbourne people, trams and trains. In our groups we found our way
to the Yarra River, Flinder Street Station and Federation Square – where some of us sang an interesting
variation of John Denver’s ‘Country Roads’ to the Fed Square audience, and eventually it was on to
the MCG. We had a magnificent tour of the MCG and participated in the MCG sports and museum
activities. Some of us were able to squeeze in a bit of shopping at the MCG. Next it was on to the So-
da Rock Café and Jam Factory cinema. Here we watched a teary chick flick or the recent Marvel
movie.
The next day saw the French students take off with Mrs Bourchier to view the annual French film while
the rest of us visited the Salvation Army and donated the many goods supplied from St Arnaud Sec-
ondary College. We then travelled to the Zoo, with the French students rejoining us, for a relaxing af-
ternoon amongst the animals. Some of us blended in nicely. Next was either back to the motel or on-
to a DFO visit at South Warf. Some of us chose to rest our feet while others were able to squeeze in a
bit of shopping at South Warf. The Eureka Sky Deck was next and it provided an opportunity for us to
get our bearings and view Melbourne during daylight, sunset and at nighttime. We then came down
from the high skys and made our way to the Southbank food court. We took tram 86 and headed
back to South Yarra for the night.
Our final day saw us pack up and walk to our bus. Mr Hand provided the music from our accommo-
dation to the Queen Victoria Market – thank goodness it was only a short journey. Some of us were
able to squeeze in a bit of shopping at the market or experience the grand varieties of food while oth-
ers had exhausted their wallets. After all of this we then headed for home with our new sneakers,
woolly socks, Harry Potter pictures and a minute sense of Melbourne reality.
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WE WANT OUR STUDENTS TO TELL US WHAT THEY THINK!
We value student voice as a means to improving student engagement,
wellbeing, and quality instruction, and are conducting a survey to find
out what your child thinks of our school. The Attitudes to School Survey is
an annual student survey offered by the Department of Education and
Training to assist schools in gaining an understanding of students' per-
ceptions and experience of school. Our school will use the survey results
to plan programs and activities to improve your child's schooling experi-
ence.
All students at our school will participate in the survey. Your child will
complete the survey online during school hours using a purpose-built se-
cure online survey tool. It is important to note that we are not in any
way “testing” your child. Your child has the right to refuse or withdraw
from the survey at any point before, during, or after completion of the
survey.
Your child will be provided with a unique login to complete the survey.
The student login is an assigned identifier that may be used to link data
for statistical and research purposes only. All responses to the survey are
kept anonymous in the response file. Personal identification data will not
be recorded in the survey response file. This ensures that the confidenti-
ality of your child’s responses is protected at all times.
This year the Attitudes to School survey will be conducted at our school
over the period Wednesday 8 May to Wednesday 22 May. The survey
only takes up to 20 minutes to complete and occurs during your child's
class time.
The survey results will be reported back to the school before the end of
Term 2. All survey data that is made available in reports are for groups of
students only so that no individual student can be identified. Data sup-
pression rules are used for schools with low student numbers per year lev-
el.
If you would like more information, please call me at the College or visit:
http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/management/
improvement/Pages/performsurveyat.aspx
Vanessa McCormick
Assistant Principal
A Note from the GP in School Program
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A reminder that the Doctor and Nurse are at school every Tuesday 10am-2pm. You can book an
appointment through Rosanne Chapman, or by simply dropping into the clinic. Parents are
encouraged to attend; however, students are more than welcome to come on their own.
With the cold and flu season upon us, here is some helpful
information about “the Flu”
Influenza (the flu)
Influenza, commonly called the flu, is an infection caused by a strain of the influenza virus. It mainly
affects the nose, throat and lungs, although it can involve other parts of the body. In healthy children it
is much like a bad cold. Antibiotics are not helpful for influenza because antibiotics do not treat
viruses. Your child will only be prescribed antibiotics if they are suspected to also have a bacterial
infection.
Signs and symptoms of influenza
Influenza usually begins with a sudden fever and at least two of the following symptoms:
aches and pains
headache
cough or noisy breathing
sore throat and runny nose
low energy
nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhoea.
How is influenza spread?
Influenza is very infectious. It can spread through the air by coughing and sneezing, and by touching
objects that have been in contact with saliva or mucus from an infected person. A person with
influenza is contagious from the day before symptoms begin until a few days after.
Good hygiene reduces the chance of getting influenza or passing it to others. Good hygiene includes:
regularly washing hands thoroughly
not sharing cups or cutlery
encouraging children to cough or sneeze into their elbow
using tissues instead of hankies – teach your child to throw tissues into the bin as soon as they
have used them and to wash their hands afterwards.
If your child has influenza, keep them home until they are well again.
Influenza vaccine (the flu-shot)
The influenza vaccine is the most effective way to reduce the chance of your child becoming sick with
influenza. The vaccine can be given to any child over six months of age. It is voluntary, but
encouraged for everyone, especially those with chronic conditions such as Asthma. You can get it
from your GP. Children aged 6mth-5yo are eligible to receive it free through the Northern Grampians
Shire.
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Notices
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Project Rockit
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Careers and Pathways
TheConocoPhillips Science Experience is a fun 3 or 4 days of science activities designed for Year 9 and 10 students. Each program is designed to provide students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work. The program takes place in over thirty-five universities and tertiary institutions, within many different laboratories and lecture theatres (many are held during school holiday periods). Participants perform experiments in the laboratories, meet and hear senior lecturers in the lecture theatres, attend site visits and walk around and experience what it is like to be on the campus of a university or tertiary institution. The program also provides information about further studies in science, technology and engineering. It highlights the wide range of careers that allow students to pursue their interest and abilities in the sciences. For further information including location and dates please visit:
https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/about-the-program
Glass and glazing tradespersons cut, shape and install glass used in windows, doors and mirrors. They may also prepare and install glass used for structural purposes in residential, commercial and high-rise buildings.
Duties & Tasks interpret drawings and plans or measure
the space to determine the amount of glass required
lay sheets of glass onto glass cutting tables and score (mark) the surface of the glass using a variety of glasscutters
remove excess glass with notched tools or glass pliers
cut, drill and notch holes in glass with diamond-tipped cutters and drills
remove broken glass and mirrors and prepare surfaces for reglazing
smooth and polish edges on a grinding or bevelling wheel
fit the glass using putty, chemical compounds or rubber strips into timber, steel and aluminium frames
assemble and secure parts of pre-made glass units, such as shop fittings, display cases and shower enclosures
install metal window and door frames into which glass panels are fitted, such as for shower screens and sliding doors
fabricate aluminium for domestic and commercial applications, and fit and install on site
inscribe decorative edges on glass and mirrors
create drawings using computer-aided design systems
read diagrams, drawings or specifications to determine job requirements.
Related Careers Brick layers and Stonemasons Wall and Floor Tilers Insulation and Home improvement installers
Future Growth Strong
For further information visit: https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/careers-guide/browse/glass-and-glazing-tradesperson
Mrs Rebecca Reynolds Careers Co-ordinator
Sue Clay Pathways Co-ordinator - NCLLEN Email: [email protected]
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Term 2 Semester 1
Sun-Mon 28-29 Year 12 OED—Torquay Camp
Mon 29 VSSS Rehearsal
Year 11 Legal Studies Excursion—Melbourne
Project Rockit
MIPS
Tues-Fri 30-3 Year 9 Career Interviews
May Wed 1 Year 7 Immunisations
Year 10 Immunisations
Tues 7 Parent /Teacher Interviews
Thurs 9 Year 10 Road Safety Period 1 & 2
Fri 10 Year 11/12 PDT Top Designs Excursion
Mon 13 House Cross Country
Tues-Thurs 14 NAPLAN
Wed 15 Year 11 OED—Mt Arapiles
School Council 5.30pm
Thurs 16 Year 12 P.A.R.T.Y Excursion
MIPS
Mon 20 NCD Cross Country
MIPS
Wed 22 Year 11 Fit 2 Drive Period 1-4
Fri 24 Pupil Free Day—Network Conference-Horsham
Mon 27 Year 11 Biology Ecolinc
Wed 29 MIPS
June Mon 3 MIPS
Tues 4 LMR Cross Country
Mon 10 Queens Birthday Holiday
Tues-Fri 11-14 Exam Week Year 9-11
Wed 12 GAT
Mon 17 MIPS
Fri 21 TRY a VET day Year 10’s
Tues 25 VSSS Rehearsal
Thurs-Fri 27-28 Year 10 Pre-Driver Ed—Charlton
Fri 28 Last Day of Term 2.30pm dismissal