Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018 PRINCIPAL’S REPORT By the time this newsletter is published we will be getting close to the end of Term One. It’s hard to believe because it seems like we only just began the school year. Term One has been filled with an enormous amount of extra-curricular activity, especially with many sporting competitions. I would like to thank the students for the way that they have represented our school in these events and our staff for taking on additional responsibilities in coaching and organising. Thank you to those parents who assist us in getting students to and from venues. Congratulations to those successful teams, as well as those students who have been selected to represent Riverina. We’ve already hosted several major events, such as the Year Seven Camp, Year Six information night, multiple excursions and a terrific Swimming Carnival. It has been a very stable start to the year in regards to enrolments and staffing. Year Seven have transitioned to high school successfully and are now a part of the landscape. I believe that this process has been smooth due to the tireless work of the learning support team to place students in classes that best reflect the level of support they need to learn and flourish. There are always so many amazing things happening at our school that it’s hard to know what to include here, so hopefully the pages ahead will give you a sense of what our amazing kids achieve. Most importantly, the school has continued to be a very stable learning environment and the quality of what happens in classrooms each day is of a very high standard. Our teachers and support staff continue to work hard to develop their skills for the benefit of your child. This is particularly so in relation to their ability to incorporate new technologies into the classroom, adoption of curriculum initiatives that engage learners, and programs that build connections and relationships at school and into the community. We constantly try to find ways to ensure that we are providing our school community with access to information and events. Our Annual School Report is nearing completion and like all schools it will be released at the start of April. The report contains very detailed information about our school, our student profile and achievements and our academic performance in all external examinations. This year the report will be available for download from the school website. If you would prefer a hard copy, please let me know and I assure you we will get one to you. The report outlines the successes of the school but also importantly future steps. This year we continue to work with our local churches to offer Special Religious Education in our school. By the time you read this, students in Year Seven and Eight will have received a letter explaining the organisation of the program. As per Department of Education policy, parents have the choice regarding their child’s attendance at scripture but it is an opt out requirement. If you do not wish you child to attend you must return the slip at the bottom of the letter to the front office indicating this. Students who opt out will remain with their normal timetabled class. Congratulations! I want to make special mention in this newsletter of our “quiet achievers”. This school has many really talented academic and sporting students, but we’re also blessed with a massive number of students and staff who just go about their daily business with a minimum of fuss. We recognise many of these at our Personal Achievement Assembly (through our merit system) but there are also many others. In my role as Principal I am privileged to be able to work with an amazingly dedicated staff, kind and caring students and a parent body that always wants their kids to have the best opportunities in life. RICHARD SCHELL PRINCIPAL P
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Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
By the time this newsletter is published we will be getting close to the end of Term One. It’s hard to believe because it seems like we only just began the school year. Term One has been filled with an enormous amount of extra-curricular activity, especially with many sporting competitions. I would like to thank the students for the way that they have represented our school in these events and our staff for taking on additional responsibilities in coaching and organising. Thank you to those parents who assist us in getting students to and from venues. Congratulations to those successful teams, as well as those students who have been selected to represent Riverina. We’ve already hosted several major events, such as the Year Seven Camp, Year Six information night, multiple excursions and a terrific Swimming Carnival. It has been a very stable start to the year in regards to enrolments and staffing. Year Seven have transitioned to high school successfully and are now a part of the landscape. I believe that this process has been smooth due to the tireless work of the learning support team to place students in classes that best reflect the level of support they need to learn and flourish. There are always so many amazing things happening at our school that it’s hard to know what to include here, so hopefully the pages ahead will give you a sense of what our amazing kids achieve. Most importantly, the school has continued to be a very stable learning environment and the quality of what happens in classrooms each day is of a very high standard. Our teachers and support staff continue to work hard to develop their skills for the benefit of your child. This is particularly so in relation to their ability to incorporate new technologies into the classroom, adoption of curriculum initiatives that engage learners, and programs that build connections and relationships at school and into the community. We constantly try to find ways to ensure that we are providing our school community with access to information and events. Our Annual School Report is nearing completion and like all schools it will be released at the start of April. The report contains very detailed information about our school, our student profile and achievements and our academic performance in all external examinations. This year the report will be available for download from the school website. If you would prefer a hard copy, please let me know and I assure you we will get one to you. The report outlines the successes of the school but also importantly future steps. This year we continue to work with our local churches to offer Special Religious Education in our school. By the time you read this, students in Year Seven and Eight will have received a letter explaining the organisation of the program. As per Department of Education policy, parents have the choice regarding their child’s attendance at scripture but it is an opt out requirement. If you do not wish you child to attend you must return the slip at the bottom of the letter to the front office indicating this. Students who opt out will remain with their normal timetabled class. Congratulations! I want to make special mention in this newsletter of our “quiet achievers”. This school has many really talented academic and sporting students, but we’re also blessed with a massive number of students and staff who just go about their daily business with a minimum of fuss. We recognise many of these at our Personal Achievement Assembly (through our merit system) but there are also many others. In my role as Principal I am privileged to be able to work with an amazingly dedicated staff, kind and caring students and a parent body that always wants their kids to have the best opportunities in life.
RICHARD SCHELL PRINCIPAL
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DEPUTIES’ REPORT From 2020, all Year 12 students in NSW must reach a minimum standard of literacy and numeracy to receive their HSC. This means that students currently in Year 10 or in years below that in 2018 will need to meet the HSC minimum standard. The NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA) is responsible for the reforms, which emerged from extensive consultation over three years. We will continue working with teachers, educators, parents, business and the community to ensure the reforms provide a solid grounding for all students.
Year 10 students
If you are in Year 10 this year (2018) and did not receive a Band 8 or above in the 2017 Year 9 NAPLAN tests, you will need to take the minimum standard online tests between now and Year 12 to receive your HSC in 2020. If you achieved a Band 8 or above in one or more of the 2017 Year 9 NAPLAN tests you are recognised as having met the HSC minimum standard in that area/s and will not need to sit the corresponding online test/s. What will the online tests involve? Minimum Standard Reading Test – 45 multiple choice questions Minimum Standard Numeracy Test – 45 multiple choice questions Minimum Standard Writing Test – one question based on a visual or text prompt with up to a 500 word-response Students who wish sit for these tests will be provided the opportunity to attempt them during exam weeks throughout the year.
Year 9 students: From this year, Year 9 NAPLAN tests will no longer be available as an early way for students to demonstrate the standard.
This change has been made to ensure NAPLAN remains focused on its diagnostic purpose and to reduce unnecessary stress on young people. Tell Them From Me student feedback survey (Term 1, 2018) We are delighted that this term, our school, like many other public schools in the state, will participate in a Department of Education initiative: the Tell Them From Me student feedback survey. The survey measures factors that are known to affect academic achievement and other student outcomes. The focus of the NSW-wide survey is on student wellbeing, engagement and effective teaching practices. More information about the survey is available at: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au The survey is a great opportunity for our students to provide us with valuable and quick feedback on what they think about school life, how engaged they are with school and the different ways that teachers interact with them. More than 6,300 schools in Australia and around the world have used Tell Them From Me to survey 5.4 million students. Capturing the voices of our students will help improve how we do things at our school. We want to assure you that the survey is confidential. The survey is conducted online and will typically take less than 30 minutes to complete. It will be administered during school hours between 26 March and 13 April. Participating in the survey is entirely voluntary. A form is attached to this newsletter. If you do not want your child or children to participate, please return the form to school by 29 March of this term. Copies of the form and FAQs are available from: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au/information-for-parents.
MICHAEL BRIGDEN, NATARSHA NICOL & GUY LEWIS
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
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INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
CAR PARK SAFETY
For new parents to the school, the car parks within the school grounds are for staff parking Only. Due to safety issues, please do not pick up or drop off your children in these car parks. There is one disabled car parking space, which is strictly for disabled vehicles only.
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS
Statement of Accounts have been sent home with students. These are now payable and can be paid at the front office or via the online payment system.
PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
The 2nd Parent Teacher Interview for Years 7 to 12 will be held on Tuesday 27th March 2018 in the School Hall from 5.00pm until 7.00pm.
IMMUNISATION CLINIC
Immunisations for Year 7 students will be administered at Murray High School on Thursday 12th April.
ALBURY GOLD CUP HALF DAY HOLIDAY
Albury City Council have registered a half-day public holiday as part of the Albury Gold Cup Festivities. All students will be required to leave the school at midday and no supervision will be available. The school canteen will not open due to the half-day public holiday. Bus companies have indicated that they will operate as per their normal schedule. There will be no school buses at midday
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Parent Teacher Interviews
The second Parent Teacher Interview for years 7 to 12 will be held on Tuesday, 27 March 2018 in the School Hall from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm.
We encourage all parents and guardians, and their students, to make interview appointments to help support student learning at Murray High School. Meeting with your student’s teachers and Year Advisor can help give
you an insight into how your child is going academically, socially and emotionally at school, in greater detail than a school report can provide and in an environment where you can ask questions.
Parent Teacher Interviews can be booked via the Sentral Parent Portal. Instructions for bookings were mailed to families. Please call the school if you need assistance.
Murray High School runs a dedicated homework and study centre every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons for 1 hour after classes finish. We have teaching staff present to supervise students who need a quite space to study, or complete homework and assessment tasks. Students have full access to computers, internet and library books.
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The Big Splash The Big Splash first started in 2014 as an event created by the Albury Tigers water polo club in memory of Mary Baker, a 15-year-old club member who tragically died in 2011. Mary’s family and friends are committed to ending the silence and stigma associated with suicide. This event has become an annual and major fundraiser for mental health in the Albury Wodonga region and is hosted at the Albury Swim Centre. Competitors enter teams in relays of their choice and race to the hoopla of families and friends who gather (often in costume) to cheer on their team-mates and have a great time. The Big Splash is a way for the community of Albury Wodonga to gather together and show support for mental health awareness in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere. The following students participated in ‘The Big Splash’ as members of the Murray High School teams: Ronan Smith, Sophie Collins, Georgia Polkinghorne, Tyson Mutsch, Elih Mutsch, Bailey Parnell, Tahlia Nicol, Sam Beddoes, Gracia Masudi, Winnie Masudi, Manu Masudi, Naomi Birungi, Loriane Katumbulu, Yvan Katumbulu, Jack Katumbulu, Ester Musemu, Doreen Johnson, Benita Mohamed and Micheline Kiyobe. A great effort by all the students who supported each other and helped raise awareness for mental health and wellbeing.
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Chinese Corner Year 7 Chinese classes have been learning all about Chinese New and its global significance. Gorgeous Chinese New Year scrolls made by students adorn the back wall of the Language room and student research projects on Chinese Across the World have been presented to class. Most students have completed a spoken self-introduction in class and they will now be learning how to introduce their families and pets.
Some samples of the multitude of brilliant Chinese culture inspired title pages created by Year 7 students . Yr 11 Chinese Beginners have been exploring new units of work on Education Perfect, and preparing to talk about themselves, their family and basic interests in the upcoming assessment task. It’s been a great start for all students and Term 2 is promising to be just as jam-packed with new and exciting learning opportunities.
Ms Valeri 玛老师 Teacher of Chinese
An interpretation of ‘Nian’ the mystical creature who comes out on Chinese New Year
Eve, by Elabree.
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Science News 7 Science R
7SR have been enjoying learning about the wonders of Science this term. Lots of measuring, mixing, observing, recording and of course SMILES. Looking forward to a great year ahead. Keep up the great work.
Mr M Woodman ScienceTeacher
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CSU HSC CHEMISTRY DAY On 12th February the Year 12 Chemistry Class headed to CSU Wagga Wagga to explore the fun of science in their ‘HSC Chemistry Day’. They focused on content surrounding the work they are doing in class and carried out first hand experiments on pH and titrations. The students also had the opportunity to interview scientists working in chemistry and other fields, as well as participating in hands on activities to learn about some fundamental principles of science and stimulate discussion for a further understanding of chemistry. The day was a great success and the students would like to thank Mr Doyle for taking them.
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Murray High School Students received exceptional results in the HSC Visual Arts Intensive Studio Practice at the National
Art School in Sydney
Congratulations to Chelsea Jefferson, Sophie Collins and Isabella Lee for their outstanding results in the HSC Intensive Studio Practice at the National Art School in Sydney. The students were required to submit three artworks in their preferred form and explain why they should be considered for the program. The three girls were delighted to be successful in securing a position in such a highly competitive program that is offered to both government and non-government schools. The National Art School Visual Arts HSC Intensive Studio Practice is designed to enhance and extend students’ technical, conceptual and intellectual skills under the direction of experienced, practising artists, through intensive practical study over the July and October holiday breaks. The girls achieved exceptional results in their selected forms. Chelsea Jefferson received an outstanding result of 94%, second in her class in ceramics. Sophie Collins received an excellent result of 84% in painting and Isabella received a commendable 82% in drawing.
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The program is now available to Year 11 students, if you have a son or daughter currently studying Visual Arts, Photomedia or Visual Design at the school please see Ms Greenhill, Ms Finlay or Mr Brigden for an application form. The application deadline is Monday 16th April 2018.
Kerry-Anne Greenhill Visual Arts Teacher
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NSW Education Standards Authority
What the changes to the HSC minimum
standard mean for your child
If your child is in Year 9 or below this year
To receive their HSC, your child needs to meet the HSC minimum standard.
Year 9 NAPLAN tests are no longer available as an early way to demonstrate the HSC
minimum standard of literacy and numeracy.
This change has been made to ensure NAPLAN remains focussed on being a diagnostic test
and to reduce unnecessary stress for your child.
The NSW Government still requires students to meet a minimum standard of literacy and
numeracy to receive the HSC, as literacy and numeracy skills are important for success in
everyday life after school.
Students will show they meet the HSC minimum standard by passing online tests of basic
reading, writing and numeracy skills. Students decide with their teachers when they are ready
to sit each test, from Year 10 until a few years after Year 12.
Parents of current Year 10 students – what you need to know
To receive their HSC, your child needs to meet the HSC minimum standard.
If your child achieved a Band 8 or above in a 2017 Year 9 NAPLAN reading, writing or numeracy
test they are recognised as having met the HSC minimum standard in that particular area and will
not need to sit the corresponding online test. If they did not get Band 8s or above they will need to
take the corresponding online tests.
These are available for students to sit when they feel ready either this year, in Year 11 or 12 or for
a few years after they finish their HSC. Your child can take the tests up to twice a year, and once
they pass each test, they don’t have to sit it again.
Students can keep track of their test results and which tests they have passed via their
Students Online account, once their teachers have viewed their results.
Want to know more?
Visit the NESA website for videos and resources that explain the tests, and give an overview of
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EAL/D ‘Respect the River’ Lifesaving program
EAL/D students participated in ‘Respect the River’ organised by Lifesaving Victoria. The focus areas of this program were river safety, fundamental lifesaving techniques (including basic CPR) and how to swim in the river safely. For most of the group this was their first time entering the river (all students wore lifejackets and were closely monitored by Lifesaving Victoria staff and MHS teachers). The life skills learnt today were invaluable. This program would not have been possible without the support of Diana Elliott (youth worker from Albury Wodonga Volunteer Resource Bureau) and Lifesaving Victoria. Kerrie O’Connell/ Jil Ogden EAL/D teachers MHS
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BULLYING. NO WAY!
Last Friday 16 March 2018, Murray High School stood united as a community to celebrate the eighth National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence (NDA). Over the past weeks in year adviser lessons and during assemblies the message has been loud and clear, there is no place for bullying at our school. Below is some information from the ‘Bullying. No Way!’ website that may increase your understanding and assist parents and carers in tackling the issue of online bullying. Online bullying Online bullying is bullying carried out through the internet or mobile devices. Online bullying is also sometimes called cyberbullying.
It can happen to anyone, anytime, and can leave you feeling unsafe and distressed.
Online bullying can be offensive and upsetting.
Types of behaviour in online bullying Online bullying can include:
sending insulting or threatening messages posting unkind messages or inappropriate images on social
networking sites excluding others from online chats or other communication inappropriate image tagging sharing someone's personal or embarrassing information
online creating hate sites or starting social exclusion campaigns on
social networking sites sharing unflattering or private images, including naked or sexual images assuming the identity of the another person online and representing them in a negative manner or manner
that may damage their relationship with others repeatedly, and for no strategic reason, attacking players in online gaming.
For it to be called bullying, inappropriate actions online must be between people who have ongoing contact and be part of a pattern of repeated behaviours (online or offline). Single incidents or random inappropriate actions are not bullying.
One action – such as an insulting comment or an embarrassing photo – which is repeated through sharing and forwarding to others, can be called bullying if the individuals involved know each other, and have ongoing contact either on or offline.
Online bullying has the potential to have social, psychological and educational impacts.
How online bullying is different from bullying in person While online bullying involves similar behaviours to bullying in person, it also differs in the following ways:
it can be invasive and difficult to escape — it can happen at all hours and while at home it can involve harmful material being widely and rapidly disseminated to a large audience, for example,
rumours and images can be posted on public forums or sent to many people at once it can provide the person doing the bullying with a sense of distance from the other person, so there is a lack
of immediate feedback or consequences.
These important differences should not distract schools, parents and carers from the fact that online
bullying is essentially the same as bullying in person.
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In fact, research suggests that many students who are bullied online are also bullied in person. If a student reports online bullying, it is important to investigate further to get the full picture.
For more information, go to the following website. https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/
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Speakings from Social Sciences Greetings from the Social Science department here at Murray High School. 2018 has started with a bang, with our small faculty hitting the ground running. This year we have welcomed Mr Alex Lord into a vacated seat left by Mr Klopper. Alex comes to us as a graduate teacher and is shared with the History faculty as well. Welcome. Our Stage 4 Geography classes have begun the semester studying their topic of Landscapes and Landforms. All teachers have had some great lessons so far. I was lucky to observe Ms Elyssa May’s lesson using Oreos to learn about tectonic plates! Ms Veronica Kimball has had some interesting lessons using BTN and has incorporated that into her learning program. Stage 5 Geography students have been learning about Sustainable Biomes. A lot of research has been undertaken and students have been working on their writing skills in their assessment tasks. Virtual fieldtrips and Google Earth scavenger hunts have been particularly popular with the students. Also I should welcome back Mr Gavin King into Social Science as he takes two Stage 5 classes on a full time basis, having taught in the Tutorial Centre the past few years. Not forgetting our four senior classes, who have all been working extremely hard, polishing their skills in readiness for the HSC exams later in the year. Business Studies students recently completed their Marketing Report assessment task. This was an important assessment, as it identifies students that need additional work on writing structure and focus areas. The students require a lot of ongoing positive encouragement as the year progresses! Our Geography guru Mr Simon Sehm is about to run his Year 11 Geography excursion to Mt Buffalo, which is always a highlight. Visiting local Geographical hotspots to complete their fieldwork requirements for the course is a memorable experience for the Year 11s and one that I am sure all students will thoroughly enjoy. That sums up the Social Science faculty to date. We look forward to the Easter long weekend and Term 1 holidays in the coming weeks so we can recharge and reload for an even bigger Term 2. Thanks Mr Matt de Koeyer Head Teacher Social Sciences
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Harmony Day
2018 The message of Harmony Day is Everyone Belongs. The theme for 2018 is Growing Together in Harmony. It is a day to celebrate Australia’s diversity. It is a day of cultural respect for everyone who calls Australia home – from the traditional owners of this land to those who have come from many countries around the world.
By participating in Harmony Day activities, we can learn and understand how all Australians from diverse backgrounds equally belong to this nation and enrich it. Orange is the colour chosen to represent Harmony Day. Traditionally, orange signifies social communication and meaningful conversations. It also relates to the freedom of ideas and encouragement of mutual respect.
Harmony Day was celebrated with a variety of community and school based activities. Six students went to Lavington Public to dance and teach traditional Holi celebrations (Sushan Rai, Sustika Majhi, Aruna Majhi, Bhumika Dhakal, Dikschya Bhandari and Anjuli Bhujel. Five students (Sostika Rai, Naomi Birungi, Loriane Katumbulu, Iris Inoc and Winnie Masudi) did a cultural cooking class with the staff and students at Kandeer School.
At Murray High School we learn alongside many people from various cultures and backgrounds. In year 9 & 10 Food Technology classes we have been learning about changes in Australia’s food habits over time, including the influence of multiculturalism. We learnt how to make MoMos in class, under the guidance of experts Sostika Rai and Brinda Bhujel. Momos are one of Nepal’s most popular dishes. They are are steamed dumplings filled with meat and vegetables and they are eaten with a spicy tomato sauce.
This week we have made African Chapati, which is a flaky, layered flat bread, which are delicious. The bread is served with Red Red, an African bean stew. Gracia and Winnie Masudi are the expert cooks and they demonstrated the correct way to prepare the recipe to fellow students.
A parent information session and morning tea was held with our EAL/D parents, SRC, Senior School Leaders and staff. Rose Webster did the Acknowledgement of Country, Ella Skerry introduced the event and Anjuli Bhujel, Sustika Majhi, Aruna Majhi and Bhumika Dhakal danced a traditional Bhutanese dance for parents, staff and students.
Working together side by side with diverse cultural groups enhances cohesion and school harmony and helps eliminate racism. This whole school focus on Harmony Day is aimed at making Australia a better place by working together as a cohesive and united group, which is Growing Together in Harmony.
Kerrie O’Connell Donna Glass
EAL/D Teacher HT Wellbeing and Food Technology
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Careers News The role of the Careers Adviser is varied but predominantly one that support students through career exploration, planning and in work preparation, as they transition from secondary education. Parents are encouraged to be a part of this conversation and are welcome to make contact with me to hear more about the programs and opportunities that are offered. The school has a dedicated web page for careers information and also a FB page for careers related events and excursions. This site also has a range of tools for students to access to assist them with resume writing, application letters, scholarship opportunities and newsletter information. http://www.murrayhighschoolcareers.com/ It has already been a busy term with Careers events; Yr 12 having visited the University of Wollongong, a group attending a Big Day in IT, a partnership program with Latrobe University established, Beginner Barista training, and the Defence Trades Careers Day. Students are encouraged to be involved in future planning through experiencing a range of career options.
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EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018 DEJA BREW – School to Work Initiative I am very excited to announce that after twelve months of planning and sourcing a social enterprise project, the mobile coffee cart and service crews are operational. This initiative, funded through grant applications, will now give students a real work experience in which to build skills. The team members had to apply for positions, were interviewed and then attended Beginner Barista Training at Wodonga TAFE. They were fortunate to also receive a mentoring session with Zoi Café owner, Rob Hiles. Deja Brew will operate on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8.15 – 9.30 for staff, senior students, parents and visitors to the school. The project is already growing, with the Hands On Learning crew designing and building café style furniture, further creating a space that is inviting as a place for conversation.
Mrs Sandy Edgar Careers Advisor
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Lavington Lions Youth of the Year
Two Year 11 students, Rose Webster and Ella Skerry, participated in the final stage of the Lavington Lions Youth of the Year Program. Both girls have demonstrated excellent leadership and citizenship qualities throughout the process, which involves an interview, preparing a speech on a topic of their choice and responding to impromptu questions. Congratulations to Rose Webster who was awarded the winner! Both Ella and Rose should be extremely proud of themselves.
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Ag Plot Update
All is well in the hen house. The hens are settlng in very well to their new environment. The healthy grass is withstanding their scratching feet and they are being trained in how to use the new feeders and waterers. The new shed offers a number of options for climate control in winter and summer - both seasons are susceptible to extremes in Albury. The internal door can stop cold air moving into the roosting and nesting box area. The overhead fans can alleviate the high summer temperatures and the wire at the top of the southern wall can allow warm air to escape easily during the hotter summer months. It has not been easy to train the birds in using their new feeder and so, like the old dog, we are starting again. Patience is also necessary when livestock are being accustomed to a new environment. Many thanks are in order for Neville our farm hand and the students studying Agriculture and Paddock to Plate who have assisted in the move of the birds and the retraining of the birds.
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Sports Report
We have had a busy start to the Term in the Sport Department, with many students participating in MHS sporting teams. Sport is a fantastic way for students to develop new friendships and build resilience while challenging their movement skills. We encourage all students to have a go, get out of their comfort zones and get involved in the great tradition of sporting excellence at MHS. Riverina Swimming Carnival Sixteen MHS students competed in the Riverina Swimming Carnival held in Leeton on the 6th March. The 13 years male 4x 50m relay came 2nd, as well as Jackson Chomatek and Tyson Mutsch who qualified for the NSW CHS Carnival to be held in Sydney. Congratulations to all those who represented MHS in such great spirit. The official results are on the sports noticeboard, students may take a copy if they wish
Girls Basketball The MHS Open Girls Basketball team competing in the Albury Gala Day on Wednesday 21st March at the Lauren Jackson Sport Stadium. The girls were successful in their pool games, easily defeating Wagga Wagga High and Albury High. The girls then met Albury High in the final where they fought hard to come away with the win 50-26. MHS Girls are now the Riverina champions and move onto the next stage of the NSW CHS knockout completion. Well done girls! Rob Rice- Teacher/ Basketball coach
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EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018 Lawn Bowls On Wednesday 28th February, the MHS lawn bowls team, consisting of Nathan Jackson, Coby Fitzsimmons, Charlie Voss and Liam Rule, played AHS in the first round of the state knockout competition. The game was played in good spirit, and after being very close midway through the match, Murray finally won 13-7. The MHS team will play Billabong HS in Round 2.
MHS Boys and Girls Netball The MHS Boys’ and Girls’ Netball teams played in an Albury Gala Day on Wednesday 2nd March. The boys were undefeated, while the girls won two and lost two games. Congratulations to the boys who will progress to the next stage of the competition. Laura Mason- Teacher/ Netball Coach
Junior Girls League Tag Day MHS Junior Girls League Tag team participated in a Gala Day on Thursday 8th March at Sarvaas Park. They won three games and lost one in a fantastic first effort playing together as a team. This was a fitting way for the young women to spend International Women’s Day.
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Thunder Cup The inter-schools Rugby League and League Tag competition started in week 7, 12th March at Greenfield Park. Results Week 1-
Junior League Tag – lost 8-12 Junior Boys – drew 22-22 Senior League Tag – won 16-4 Senior Boys – lost 28-4 Results Week 2-
Junior League Tag – won 10-4 Junior Boys – played a practice match as JFHS forfeited Senior League Tag – won 8-0 Senior Boys – forfeited
Week, Term Date Teams
Week 7, Term 1 Monday 12th March Albury v Murray
Wednesday 14th March Xavier v James
Week 8 Term 1 Monday 19th March Albury v Xavier
Wednesday 21st March Murray v James
Week 9 Term 1 Monday 26th March Xavier v Murray
Wednesday 28th March James v Albury
Week 10 Term 1 Wednesday 4th April Finals- qualifying teams
TIMES 4.30pm - Junior League Tag – Year 7 to 9
5.20pm – Junior Boys – Under 15
6.10pm – Senior League Tag – Opens
7pm – Senior Boys – Opens
Riverina Sporting Representatives
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected in Riverina teams this term:
- David Saunders - U15 Touch Football
- Emily Pettingill, Ki Feeney, Elizabeth Jefferson - Diving
Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
Sporting Dates
Sporting Knockouts The Riverina Sport calendar outlines Riverina Trial dates and Combined High School knockouts, which can be located on the website below. Students can view the calendar on the sports noticeboard outside the PDHPE staffroom. All information regarding Riverina trails and knockouts will be communicated to students through the daily student notices.
http://www.sports.det.nsw.edu.au/riverina/welcome.htm Alternatively, please do not hesitate to contact your school Sport Organisers. Mrs. Greene or Mr Morrison
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
Shave for a Cure
Two Murray High School students recently took part in Shave for a Cure. They documented their experiences below. Chloe Schilg Yr 12 “I feel a huge sense of accomplishment from participating in this event and would happily do it again. After doubling my goal of $1,100.00 in only 2 months, I am very thankful for all the support I have received from friends, family and colleagues. I chose to take park in the World’s Greatest Shave because I know that cancer affects everyone and I wanted to do something that would help support those in need. Together Bronte and I have raised total of $1,093.00 at school. We would like to give special thanks to everyone who donated your support. It meant a lot to us.” Bronte Green Yr 11 “To be part of something as amazing as this has been incredible. Knowing we’ve helped so many families in need is the best feeling. I am so proud to say I’ve donated my hair for wigs and raised over $1400.00 for the Leukemia Foundation. I would like to give a huge thanks for all the support, especially from Murray High School, family and friends. I would do this all over again and it has been an amazing and unforgettable experience”.
Before After
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
Murray High School a member of the Durakar Learning Communities
EXCELLENCE OPPORTUNITY SUCCESS Issue 2 Term 1 23rd March 2018
Community Noticeboard JUNIOR AFTER-SCHOOL TABLE TENNIS SESSIONS
Albury Wodonga Table Tennis Association invites all students aged 10yrs to 16yrs who would like to play table tennis for one afternoon a week. Hours are from 4.30 till 6.00pm every Wednesday, at Greenfield Park. No experience necessary. First time is FREE!
AWTTA offers fun, fitness and friendly games in an indoor stadium, which suits all-weather participation. Coaching, skills development and equipment.
After the first session, the cost will be $5 per week per person and the annual registration/membership (with AWTTA and TTV-Table Tennis Victoria) fee is $50, which provides insurance cover.
The $100 Active Kids vouchers can be used by NSW students, with AWTTA being registered as an Active Kids Provider. These would cover registration and 10 weekly sessions.
AWTTA members look forward to hearing from you. For further information, see contact details below.
