Bega High News · 2016/05/17 · Uniform Suppliers to determine items that meet dress standards, student needs and work, health and safety considerations. Please contact Scott Defina

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Bega High News

17 May 2016

Phone: 6492 9000 Fax: 6492 3996 Email: [email protected] Web Address: www.bega-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/

Mission Statement Bega High School is committed to providing excellence in education, which prepares all students to contribute responsibly to a changing world by preparing students to be:

Skilled lifelong learners

Balanced in their life

Skilled problem solvers and decision makers in relation to all aspects of their lives

Responsible and compassionate citizens

Self-confident

Valued group participants

Principal’s Report Respect, responsibility and effort NAPLAN happened in the last week and all the students who completed the assessments are to be congratulated for the effort and responsible behaviour they displayed. They respected the processes, were highly engaged in the activities and they tried their best to help the school to learn more about their skills and learning. We look forward to celebrating the results from these tests, as well as all the other great talents, knowledge and practical skills, that our students display throughout the year. The results that come out in September, along with other information, will inform future programs and practices for supporting all students to further develop and use literacy and numeracy skills in all areas of learning. Well done Year 7 and Year 9 NAPLANers!

Opportunities to create the future and celebrate life-long learning were on show at a recent Come to Dinner event held in Bega. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families joined local and regional educators in the Bega Valley Shire Civic Centre on Wednesday 11th May. The theme of the night was that education can take you across Australia and the world and that students can achieve their goals if they have support, believe in themselves and stay in school as long as possible. guests heard from speakers, including Michelle Scott, a teacher, community leader and proud parent and Aunty to many. Other speakers included the director of the AIME program in Bega, Steve Mitchell - they all shared their education experiences and achievements during the evening. University is an option for everyone who aspires to tertiary education, with the right amount of commitment, support and mentoring. It was also pleasing to see a selection of current Bega High School students at the event as guests. The entertainment included didgeridoo playing, with our own Nick Hoskins playing a cameo role. Others students were part of the function staff, developing and practising their work skills in a real-life context and with more than 100 guests in attendance.

A forum to discuss student uniform and dress code will happen on Tuesday 7th June 2016. Student, staff and parent/carer representatives will examine survey results and current available options. Suggestions and variations will then be presented to the school community, students and Daylight Uniform Suppliers to determine items that meet dress standards, student needs and work, health and safety considerations. Please contact Scott Defina on 6492 9000 for more details.

Date: Tuesday 7th June. Time: 11am to 3.15pm

Venue: University of Wollongong

In between times, please see updated School Uniform guidelines and processes later in this newsletter.

Parent Teacher sessions happened in the last two weeks. If you missed the opportunity to speak to teachers you can always ring for appointment times or verbal updates or printed information about your child/ children. If you want to access the Sentral database please contact the school to request a Family Key and you will be able to go online for information and attendance data.

Mrs Linda Thurston Relieving Principal

Coming Events Tuesday, 17 May:

Year 8 Maths Test

Wednesday, 18 May: Boys’ AFL at Bega Showground Year 9 Maths Test

Thursday, 19 May: CHS Open Boys Hockey in Goulburn

Friday, 20 May: Zone Cross Country Run at Wolumla Year 10 Maths Test

Thursday, 26 May: Years 11 & 12 Art Classes to National Gallery of

Australia, Canberra

Tuesday, 31 May: Open Zone Netball at Bega

Wednesday, 1 June: School Athletics Carnival

Friday, 3 June: AIME Program for Years 9, 10, 11 & 12 Indigenous

students AFL Tracey Mitchell Shield

Bega High School Newsletter 17 May 2016

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Firebird Forensics for Carrie Evans During the school holidays Carrie Evans (Year 10 Music) travelled to Sydney to attend a selective workshop in Sydney called Firebird Forensics where she worked with 30 other gifted and talented music and dance students from all across NSW public schools to dissect Stravinsky’s Firebird suite under the guidance of Paul Rissmann.

They were given 5 days to re-compose the firebird suite with a final performance at the Conservatorium of Music in Sydney.

We at Bega High are very proud of Carrie following her dreams to become a professional musician!

Anna Martin Music Teacher

Special Education Hospitality Special Education Hospitality students have been making and decorating novelty cupcakes.


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Special Education Hospitality students treat staff to High Tea, Wednesday, 6 April Students from the class prepared and served delightful finger food, including mini banoffee pies, jam and cream, lamington, lemon curd butterfly cakes, fruit and custard tarts, mini quiches and turkey and cranberry ribbon sandwiches.

Maria Hay Head Teacher TAS – Home Economics

Bega High School Uniform Shop

Open each Thursday of the school term

8.30 am to 4:00 pm

For enquiries phone: 0417028864


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Opens Girls Hockey On Wednesday 6th April the Open Girls Hockey side defeated Moruya High 11 - 0.

It was evident that many players had not played since last winter, as although we had most of the play Bega High girls just couldn’t seem to score. After what seemed like an eternity the girls strung a few good passes together in the circle to score. It wasn’t long before the girls started working as a team and the goals kept following.

There is no one standout in the team as all team members played well. However, the depth of the side showed that the side will continue to be a force to the Wollongong sides in the years to come.

The next game is due to be played against the 2015 number 4 side in the state Crookwell High School.

Bega High would like to thank Daniel Smith for all the behind the scene work he did along with umpires Sharon Heffernan and Matt Jennings.

The triumph Bega Girls Hockey Side.

Representative Hockey

Early in Term 1 approximately 12 students attended Goulburn for the open girls/boys hockey trials. It was great to see that the following students were selected in the zone side to trial for the South Coast region:

Carla Alcock – Year 8 Jamie O’Brien – Year 9 Jayden Haycock – Year 9 Ethan Jones – Year 11 Rowan Barber – Year 10 Daniel Smith – Year 12

Daniel showed his talent and determination at the region trials and was successful in gaining South Coast selection. Daniel will play for state selection in Week 5 in Sydney. We wish Daniel the best of luck in achieving his goal.

The number of students representing Bega High School shows the depth of talent in the hockey area and we look forward to more representative honours in the future.

Mrs White

Year 8 Advisor Report Excursions - A Chance to Learn Believe it or not my best memories of my high school days in North Queensland are of the days I wasn’t at school at all. By far the best days were when I was on excursion. As you may have noticed I love excursions. I don’t particularly love the paperwork, the risk assessments or the stress on the day but I do love the idea that the relationships we form at school can be tested in a non-school environment while experiencing a different type of educational challenge.

So far my Year 8s have had an in-school Easter egg hunt and pizza party as well as two movie excursions, a community picnic day and an overnight and a three day camp.

I am planning a rather big one for Term 4 this year which will include an overnight trip to the Illawarra region. This trip will include a visit to a couple of the area’s fantastic educational resources as well as a few hours at Jamberoo.

I am always conscious of the cost involved in these excursions so I do my best to make them as affordable as possible. Last year’s all inclusive 3 day camp for $60 is an example of my budgeting efforts. I will again ensure that the excursion will be as affordable as possible but it will inevitably be more expensive than any earlier trips. I am flagging the excursion now to enable families to begin to budget for it.

As before a $20 deposit will secure a place and then parents will have 2 full terms to pay it off. I will let you all know before the end of this term the actual cost.

Don Green Year 8 Advisor

2016 Australian History Competition www.australianhistorycompetition.com.au

The Australian History Competition will be held on Wednesday the 25th of May. It is an Australia wide competition for interested students 7-10, involving

multiple choice questions on historical general knowledge and skills.

Entries cost $3 per student (this has been subsidised by the HSIE faculty) and needs to be paid to the office by

Tuesday the 24th of May. For further information please see either Miss Barini or

Mrs Hayes in the H.S.I.E department


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Paddling through Language English as an Alternative Language /Dialect Camp at Bournda Our five Thai students each invited a friend to join them on our first excursion for the English as an Alternative Language /Dialect (EAL/D) group.

On Monday, 4 April we headed out to Bournda Environmental Education Centre (BEEC) for two great days of learning.

After settling ourselves into the field studies hut we took to Bournda Lagoon in kayaks with the wonderful Bob Ellis from BEEC carefully guiding us. This was a particular challenge for those who could not swim. It was wonderful to see the students’ skills and confidence develop in such a short time.

By the afternoon we had a very competitive game of a version of water polo and finally some students were brave and confident enough to attempt the challenge of walking over the other kayaks.

Back at the field huts all the students helped cook a delicious BBQ and clean up. Mr Freedman joined us for the evening and Ms Teranishi brought her children along to join us for a couple of hours. We all told stories from our respective cultures around the camp fire and then braved the dark on a night walk. All the staff members were impressed with the maturity of the students as we turned off torches and sat looking at the stars, listening in silence to the sound of the bush as night. It was a truly magical experience.

The next morning Mr Freedman treated the students to a wonderfully loud version of “Oh what a beautiful morning . . . “ using the field huts as a percussion instrument to encourage those wanting a lie in to come to breakfast.

Bob Ellis generously gave us extra hours of his time to supervise the ropes course. It may look small, but it is certainly challenging! Afterwards we went to Scott’s Bay and tried some of BEEC’s challenge games. These are designed to encourage teamwork and develop problem solving skills and it is always interesting to see different students’ strengths come to the fore. The situations also encourage great communication skills, for example, one game involved blindfolding a partner and then leading them around, giving instructions of how to move around.

The aim of the excursion was to give the EAL/D students the opportunity to participate in activities they may not have tried previously, to encourage friendships outside their nationality group, to practise using English in authentic situations and to have fun. It was a great success.

Carol Holden Teacher of EAL/D


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NSW Police Force Aboriginal Strategic Direction 2012 - 2017 Bega High School Junior AECG members Darnell Andy, Matthew Parsons, Lawrence Davis and Ebony Beetson met with Daphne Parsons - program liaison officer NSW Police Force and Sam Stevenson - Mission Australia, for a presentation on the Aboriginal Strategic Direction 2012-2017.

They heard about localised action plans, community liaison officers and a message from commissioner of NSW Police Andrew Scipione.

One of the aims of the strategic direction is to involve and encourage young people in local areas to help provide local solutions to improving safety and communication, as well as reducing involvement in the criminal justice system and youth offending.

Bega High School Junior AECG members Darnell Andy, Matthew Parsons, Lawrence Davis and Ebony Beetson with Mark

Rose, Daphne Parsons & Sam Stevenson

Year 10 into 11 Subjection Selection

As part of the Year 10 into 11 Subject Selection process all Year 10 will be visiting the Bega Campus of Illawarra TAFE on Wednesday, 22 June between 12 noon – 2:45 pm for an information session on TAFE courses available.

More information and permission notes will follow. Please assist the process by returning permission notes as soon as possible.

Any queries: contact Phil Banks on 6492 9000

Smoking – every cigarette you DON’T smoke is doing you GOOD!

Bega High School is partnering with the Bega Valley Tackling Tobacco Network to support students, teachers, parents and caregivers of BHS to stop, or reduce, their smoking. If you smoke, you can access FREE NICOTINE REPLACEMENT THERAPY and confidential support and advice.

Here are some facts about quitting you may not be aware of –

FACT 1: Quitting smoking at any age will result in major and immediate health benefits. FACT 2: Two hours after stopping, all nicotine is out of your system. In about two days, all the nicotine by products have gone. FACT 3: Within a few hours of quitting, the carbon monoxide is out of your system. After a few months, your lungs work better with less effort and you can do more before you run out of breath. FACT 4: Within two days of quitting, your taste buds come alive and your sense of smell improves. Your breath, hair, fingers, teeth and clothes are cleaner. FACT 5: After three weeks without smoking, exercising will be easier because your body needs less oxygen and more air is getting into your lungs. FACT 6: Within two months of quitting, the blood flow to your hands and feet improves. FACT 7: Within three months of quitting, the cilia (cleaning system in your lungs) begin to recover, and remove the mucus in your lungs so you can cough it up. Your lungs start to work better, and activities like climbing the stairs and running for the bus become easier. FACT 8: After twelve months of not smoking, your risk of heart disease is down to almost half that of a smoker’s. For more information about how we can support your quit attempt contact BHS on 6492 9000 or Liz Scott, Health Promotion & Youth Health Officer, Grand Pacific Health, 0417 520 101 or [email protected]

Bega High School

Absentee Hotline: 6492 9010

If your child is going to be absent from school, please telephone with the following information:

Student Name Roll Class

Date of Absence Reason for Absence

Your Name

All other enquiries: 6492 9000


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School Uniforms at Bega High school Students have been reminded of uniform requirements and what can be done if their uniform us not available on a recent assembly. Students have been reminded that:

The students of Bega High School are required to wear school uniform every day, unless otherwise advised.

The school has a uniform shop which is open on Thursdays.

Other garments are acceptable if stock at the uniform shop is not available and if it is similar in appearance to that of the uniform.

Students can see the following staff if there are difficulties with uniform items:

Head Teacher, Student Welfare Year Adviser Girls' Supervisor School Counsellor Deputy Principals Office staff

What if I am not in uniform?

• Students who are not in full uniform must bring a note from parents/carers explaining the reason the student is out of uniform.

• Uniform passes may be obtained with parental or carer permission if uniform is unable to be worn due to loss, damage or unavailability.

• The note must be signed by a staff member before school in room 6.

• An out of uniform pass will be issued, for the day, and the details of the note recorded. Students are then to show this pass to their roll call teacher and to any teacher as they enter class.

• Senior privileges will not apply to Year 12 students who do not wear school uniform.

• Parents/carers that experience difficulty in obtaining school uniform should contact the Principal.

• From time to time individual parents may seek variations in school uniform requirements. Short term and long term exemptions can be provided to students where temporary circumstances prevent the wearing of the school uniform. This may include circumstances where a student is staying with extended family or other short term carer(s) but will return to a home school.

• Exemption passes will be issued by deputy principals – parent/carer contact required.

Notes

• Students participating in a sporting or cultural event, excursions or school assemblies must wear full and correct uniform unless specifically advised otherwise.

• School uniform must be worn for all photos that are to be published (newsletter, paper, Tarraganda).

• Students doing Office and Canteen Duty must be in full school uniform.

• Lunch passes and special passes will not be issued to students who are out of uniform.

• Students who represent CHS or Area sport may wear official jackets or jumpers recognising their participation for a month after the event.

• Clothing from other organisations or sporting groups are not part of the school uniform and are therefore not to be worn to school.

• Bega High School representative shirts are now available for sporting or other groups that represent the school. Please see your team coach/manager or office staff for details.

• Any garments worn under shirts must be plain and not visible.

Acceptable uniform

• Senior: Boys: navy shorts or trousers, white polo or cotton shirt, navy jumper or school jacket

• Girls: navy skirt, navy shorts or pants, white polo shirt, navy jumper or school jacket

• Junior: Boys: navy shorts or pants, sky blue polo shirt, navy jumper or school jacket

• Girls: navy skirt, shorts or pants, sky blue polo, navy jumper or school jacket

All students: Fully enclosed sturdy footwear must be worn for Work Health and Safety reasons. Certain practical classes have stringent footwear policies and appropriate footwear is essential for participation in these classes, or alternative activities will be undertaken. Not acceptable for Work Health and Safety reasons:

• Footwear that does not completely cover the foot and/or that is easy to slip out of - thongs, sandals or partly covered mule sandals, even on mufti days.

• Shoes made of canvas are not acceptable for any practical subject, eg. Food Technology, Hospitality, Textiles & Design, Technology, IT Wood & Metal, Science, Agriculture, PE and Sport

• Ugg boots

• Jewellery that does not meet WHS requirements

Not acceptable:

• Denim jeans / short, board shorts and short shorts

• Shirts which do not cover the midriff or that are not buttoned up appropriately

• Accessorising the uniform with brightly coloured undergarments that are visible

• Non-school jumpers or jackets worn over the school uniform in the winter

• Brightly coloured or patterned stockings or tights.


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Community Noticeboard A D V E R T I S I N G

Material relating to students will be advertised at the Principal’s discretion and does not necessarily reflect the views of this school. No cost to non-profit making organisations.

A solicitor will be in Bega on:

Thursday, 19th May 9 am – 2 pm

At the Women’s Resource Centre, 14 Peden Street Bega

Appointments are necessary – Freecall 1800 229 529 Mobile phones may incur a charge. We can phone you back

New Courses at the Women’s Resource Centre

Computers: book in for support or training Wednesday – Friday

Law Week – WILLS Information Workshop Friday 20th MAY 10.30-11.30 am

Biggest Morning Tea Pizza Party: Thursday 26 May 11 am - 2pm

Sewing for Zero waste: 1 & 8 June 12.30-3pm

Boxercise Wednesdays: 15 June - 20 July 11 am -12 noon

To book any of the courses or activities contact: Gabrielle Powell Coordinator, Women's Resource Centre Phone: 02 6492 1367 Fax: 02 6492 1129 Email: [email protected] www.womensresourcecentre.org


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Community Strategic Plan review Understanding our Place

....working towards our future

Bega Valley Shire Council is reviewing its Community Strategic Plan and will be engaging with you throughout April and May.

The first phase of engagement is for us to learn about the community, its values, challenges and ambitions. By 'Understanding our Place' we can then work towards the future.

We are wanting to find out: What things do you love? What would you change? and How do you imagine our future?

GET INVOLVED ...take our survey or visit a listening post or drop in session.

The Listening Posts and Community Drop in sessions are a chance for you to discuss your ideas about the future of the Shire or to ask questions about the project or just come in to do the survey.

Complete the survey by May 31, 2016 to be in the draw to win a prize.

Take our survey online

Go to: http://www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/cp_themes/default/page.asp?p=DOC-LJG-23-16-78 to find a listening post or drop in session in your area or contact Bega Valley Shire Council

Find a listening post or drop in session in your area

Bega Valley Shire Council Zingel Place Bega

Phone: 02 6499 2222 email: [email protected]


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The University of Tasmania is excited to announce the launch of our Sci.Co Road Trip competition, offered exclusively to years 11 and 12 students in New South Wales and Victoria.

We want to give aspiring young scientists from your school the opportunity to win an all-expenses paid, fun-filled weekend exploring the world of science in Tasmania.

Discover some of our unique Science offerings and experience Hobart life at one of the most exciting times of the year, during the famous DARK MOFO festival.

The weekend includes a Derwent River cruise, tours of world-class facilities and the opportunity to participate in a range of exciting and engaging science related workshops and activities.

To be eligible to win this fantastic experience students must be in year 11 or 12 and write in 25 words or less Why they are interested in studying science?

Entries must be submitted online at utas.edu.au/scico. Entries close May 31, 2016.

If you have any questions about the competition or would like to receive further information from the University of Tasmania please contact [email protected].

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Bega High School NEWSLETTER via EMAIL In order to reduce costs to the school and the environment, the school environment committee is asking parents/caregivers, who have access to the internet, to receive the fortnightly newsletter via the school website or by email. Could you please complete the slip below and return it to the front office, or send an email including your student/s names to [email protected]

Please tick a box and return to the school office or send an email to [email protected]

□ Could I please have the Bega High School Newsletter delivered via Email:

□ I have changed my email address.

Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Name (Youngest in family at Bega High): ______________________________ Roll Class: _______ Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________________________________________________________

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Bega High News · 2016/05/17 · Uniform Suppliers to determine items that meet dress standards, student needs and work, health and safety considerations. Please contact Scott Defina