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11 November 201611 November 2016

Principal’s MessageCongratulations to our Yr. 12 Graduates asthey prepare for their final week at MarsdenState High School. We are very proud of theefforts of this year's cohort and lookforward to being able to celebrate theirsuccess at both our Graduation Ceremonyand School Formal.

Last week we held our first School Captainshandover day at Bankwest's Brisbane City Headquarters. Thisyear's Captain Team of Corilee, Rachel, Alosina and Claytonhave done an outstanding job over the last twelve months, andit was pleasing to be able to hear of the impact the role has hadon them, BankWest mentors and their parents. It was also greatto see the thoughtful advice passed on to our 2017 Captainsand their parents. I know our 2017 team of Keighley, Sui,Mason and Nathan already have big plans and the support theyhave received in these early stages has been first class.

Our annual Sports Awards presentation was also held lastweek. The event recognised the outstanding performances ofour students on the sporting field over the year, but it is theongoing work to help develop our athletes off the field that wewill be continuing to develop next year. Our work to continueto develop truly professional excellence programs will involve atighter focus on meeting high expectations across all subjectsand include ongoing attention to attendance and behaviourstandards to help position our students to be able to meet theexpectations of professional sport after school.

In line with this I was asked to be part of a panel at a recentMet East Sports Breakfast to discuss the impact of sport atMarsden SHS. The Breakfast included presentations from the

Director-General of Education and former Olympian and GriffithUniversity Coordinator Duncan Free. Joining me on the panelwas Rugby League legend Wally Lewis and his wife Jackie totalk about their perspective as parents and Queensland RugbyUnion CEO Richard Barker. The overwhelming message of themorning was that sport can be a valuable avenue to developskills and attitude to support learning and lifelong success.As a school we have an obligation to teach this through ourexcellence programs and our PE and Sport classes, with anumber of parallels to the outstanding work that is occurring inour Performance Academy.

Congratulations to our ELP Coordinator Emily Dunleavy whowas recognised at the recent Queensland College of TeachersAwards. Emily was presented with her award by the Ministerfor Education Kate Jones at a special ceremony in Brisbane.With the event taking place in the middle of another successfulELP Camp, Emily drove back to continue her work with ourstudents in a sign of the dedication and commitment she has toour school.

This week I have been in China to sign a Sister Schoolagreement and to attend a Forum for School Principals onbehalf of our Education Department. The visit to Jiangsu XishanSenior High School in Wuxi, China provided a great opportunityto discuss and consider opportunities for future collaboration,while also highlighting the ongoing focus on our facilitydevelopment at Marsden.

Finally a special congratulations to our MTC Leaders whopresented at Palm Beach Currumbin SHS last week. The teammade a great impression with staff and students anddemonstrated the values of our school to the highest possiblestandard. Well done, and thank you to Miss Mulcahy for herwork in helping to organise the visit.

Andrew PeachExecutive Principal

Payment OfficePlease be aware that the payment office will be closed thelast week of school. All accounts need to be finalised beforeDecember 5th.

Statements have been posted home. Just a reminder that noend of year activities may be attended until all accounts arefinalised.

Parents that wish for their students to use the credit on theiraccounts for uniforms will need to bring a handwritten note tothe payment office or a phone call needs to be made.

Uniforms will not be able to be purchased with credit withoutwritten or verbal consent from the parent.

Girls Touch Update

During free dress day 2nd of November, the Year 11 and12 Touch Excellence students were surprised with a guestspeaker, Jharal Yow Yeh. Jharal spoke to the girls about lifeafter High School, preparing the Year 12 Girls for Graduationand discussing their future. He also spoke to the Year 11 girlsand discussed how they would become the leaders in theschool and what that meant to them. The girls were given theopportunity to ask questions and Jharal spoke personally abouthis experiences throughout his career and motivated the girlstelling them that regardless if someone tells you that somethingcan’t happen, you can to work hard to achieve it. This was anopportunity for the girls to prepare themselves for their futureand to motivate them to achieve their goals.

Become a Barista Competition

On Wednesday 13th October two talented students, JessicaHazelton and Peta McLeod, entered the Become a Barista

competition. Opened to secondary students with ambition toenter the coffee world, this year there was a field of 15competitors and two separate venues were used and thenscores combined to award medals. Peta, in her first timeentering, received a Silver Medal and was commended onher ability to make and serve the 2 espressos, 2 lattes and2 signature drinks in the 10 minute timeframe. Jess, whoexperienced the demands of the competition last year, this yearwas awarded with a Gold Medal and given the title of BestSignature drink for the second year in a row. This year Jess’combination of espresso, rosemary and golden syrup wowedthe judges with one saying the calibre of drink was equivalentto those she tastes in local competitions of qualified baristas.Congratulations to both girls on their effort, achievement andconduct on the day.

Visual Art Exhibition in Library

In Week 3 this term nearly 100 artworks by our students weredisplayed as part of the Arts Showcase (eMpower) at LoganEntertainment Centre. A selection of these works is on displaynow until the end of term 4. The artworks include drawings,paintings and sculptures and were created by students in allgrades. Come in and check it out!

Basketball Update

Year 12 Good-bye Basketball Game

On Halloween, some kids dress up and go door to door tryingto get some candy, I believe they call this trick or treating.

The year 12’s of the Basketball Excellence students had adifferent trick in mind, they took the opportunity to have onelast game against the staff. One last opportunity to inflict somerevenge for 5 years of sprints, fitness, training, pain and hoursof drills. Or, more importantly 60 minutes to show the staff howfar they have come in their basketball skills over the last 5 years.

Staff and students alike came down to see if the students wouldget their revenge or would it be the teachers giving the students

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one final lesson. Tension filled the air, staff tried to stretch outold legs, and Milan did what Milan always does, he smiles.

The students took a quick lead, taking advantage of the oldlegs of the teachers. Jahrome and Mr Thomas played a nicegame of leap frog, with Mr Thomas ending up on his back. Thestudents were outrunning, out rebounding, and out playing theteachers. Cameron made a three, Milan controlled the boards,while Reyster muscled control the game. Rhys and Cameronadded to the student’s control of the point with their size andstrength. Cullen, Corilee, and Jacelen had their jump shotsgoing early to help the students build their lead.

But after an initial show of strength and skill and speed by thestudents, the teachers clawed their way back. Dogged defencefrom Jevahn, and some great running from prac teacher MrAnderson, helped the teachers take control. The experience,team work and ball movement of the teachers had the studentsscrambling all over the court. The teachers took the lead, andnever looked back building a lead of 27 points after 40 minutesof basketball.

Strong performances from Mr MVP Thomas, Mr Growden(lay-up training starts Monday), and Mr Anthony (he’s stilllooking for his jump shot, if anyone sees it please let him know)led the teachers on both ends of the court. Mr Clark added tothe team with great defence, referee management and dauntingno look passes.

When Mr Camps got into the game, he found range from the3 point line but his highly touted half-court shot never foundthe mark. Mr Hammond got into the game adding a nice sparkof life off the bench, until a sniper took out his ankle. As thegame entered the 45th minute of play, the teachers lookeduntouchable, unbelievably strong, and unfortunately tired. Asthe clock wound down, the teachers struggled.

The students came roaring back, bringing the game back to6 points. The teachers were done, with no energy left, wouldthey get the win? Or would the student’s youth and superiorconditioning help bring home the win. But as time ticked downand the game was in the balance, the teachers found a lastgasp of energy ensuring the students would get no closer. Thegame finished 89-83.

A huge thankyou to all the staff and students who participated,the staff and students who came down to support, and a greatbig thank you to Micayla for Refereeing and Masyn for scoring.Keep training students!

Marsden State High School is very proud of TelesiaManumaleuga and all her efforts in being selected for the Under20 Queensland State Team. This is a truly an awesome effort.From all the coaches, students, and staff, congratulations. Withall your hard work, you have earned this wonderful opportunity.

Telesia is in her first year at Marsden and has made a hugeimpact on the basketball program in terms of her work ethic,dedication, and overall intensity. She has proven to be the heartand soul of our CBSQ girls and their very exciting run throughthe Queensland Basketball Championships. She is a leader onand off the court, and we can’t wait to see what 2017 brings forher.

Well done!

Q ParentTo register for Q Parents contact the officeor email enquiry@marsdenshs.eq.edu.au torequest another invitation code. If you havestarted the process to register with Q Parents and are on thelow document list, we will need to see some extradocumentation to go ahead and approve your account so youcan proceed with using the app. Please bring into the office anyof the following (excluding previous documents alreadyprovided to Q Parents):

Additional Identity Documents

List 1 Documents

Learner's LicenceAdult Proof of Age CardWorking With Children Check Card (Blue Card)Queensland Weapons LicenceIndustry Authority Cards issued by TMR

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List 2 Documents (2 docs required)

Qld or Aust. Government Staff Identity CardPension Concession CardDVA Entitlement CardSeniors Health CardHealth Care CardOther Dept. Human Services Financial Entitlement CardStudent Identity Card issued by an Australian EducationinstitutionCurrent Bank Statement showing addressCurrent Utilities Notice showing address

If it is inconvenient to come to the school in person we willaccept an email with scanned or forwarded documents(minimum 2 of the specified above) toenquiry@marsdenshs.eq.edu.au,

Junior UpdateThere are many opportunities for students coming up in thenext few weeks. This Thursday we have 30 Year 8 studentsattending a USQ Discovery Day whereby students are giventhe opportunity to learn about University life and participate invarious workshops throughout the day.

Wet ‘n’ Wild is coming up during Week 10 for junior studentswho are in the Green Zone for Attendance. This is a fantasticday to celebrate the achievements of the students throughoutthe year who constantly uphold the @marsden.i.

Assessment time is fast approaching with a major focus onacademic excellence and following the assessment policy.Students need to continue working towards their goals andfinish the year strong.

Senior UpdateWith the end of the year rapidly approaching for our seniors(1 week left for 12s and 2 weeks left for 10s & 11s) it isall about assessing student understanding and learning. Year12s had exam block this week whilst Year 11 exam block willcommence next week. Year 10 students will be completingassessment during their usual lessons over the next few weeks.It is extremely important that all students follow our assessmentpolicy (in the planner and on the website) to provide the bestopportunity for success in their classes.

Year 10

Pathways for Year 11 & 12

Students are currently reviewing their pathway choice includingsubjects selected during SET Planning. This includes reviewingoptions after school and if the subjects selected are right tosupport goals considering current level of achievement.Students are making these changes in collaboration withCurriculum HODs and Year Level HODs. If you have questionsregarding changes or student pathways please contact theschool.

Expectations in Year 11 & 12

Year 10 students are regularly being reminded ofresponsibilities and privileges associated with being in Year 11and 12 at Marsden SHS. This includes students being on trackhaving access to ‘flexible learning time’ (flexy) on Wednesdayafternoons where students can choose to leave school to studyat home or complete self-directed activities. Eligible studentsmay also choose to trial for teams and participate in interschoolsports. Students who have not met the requirements for flexywill remain at school to engage in study to support them gettingback on track.

Dance

A dance will be held in Week Eight, 23 November from 6:00pm – 9.30 pm in the performing arts block. To attend studentsmust meet the below requirements:

This will be a fabulous event with some food provided, live DJ,Photo Booth, Dance Floor, Awards and much more. The costof a ticket is $20 and can be purchased from the paymentoffice.

Year 11

End of year excursion

An excursion to Wet ‘n’ Wild will occur in Week Eight, 23November from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. To attend students mustmeet the below requirements:

This is a great opportunity to allow the students to let off somemuch needed ‘steam’ as a cohort. The cost of a ticket is $34and can be purchased from the payment office.

Senior jerseys/jackets

The second order for senior jerseys/jackets will close on 24November 2016. One final order will be processed in Februarynext year. Please consult the order form for further details.

Year 12

At the start of Year 11 this cohort set a target of being the firstcohort ever to achieve 100% QCE attainment. This group ofstudents and their dedicated teachers have been working hard

• Positive behaviour record

• All school fees paid

• 92% Attendance – Green Zone

• Be on track for their QCE

• All school fees paid

• 92% Attendance – Green Zone

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to reach this goal and are very close to seeing it become areality.

Several major events will occur next week for our Year 12s

These events are a celebration of academic success andperseverance. Our Year 12 cohort have proven that they believein our three values of pride, passion and persistence. Wewish every Year 12 student success in their chosen path aftertheir schooling is complete and hope that they “Dare toInspire: Make a Difference”.

Hosting Schools

Would you like to be a Host Family to an AFSexchange student arriving in February?

Are you ready to get an unforgettable experience, get to knowanother culture, make a lifetime friendship by adding a newmember to your family from different country?

If your answer is YES, then log on to our website and get toknow our amazing students arriving in February.

http://www.afs.org.au/host

We have students from a variety of different countries eagerlyawaiting any kind of information regarding their future hostfamilies who will host them here in Australia for the length oftheir program.

If you believe you can be such host family for 5 or 11 months,then please contact the Hosting Coordinator at the AFSNational Office: on 1300 131 736.

Job World UpdateCongratulations to the following students who have recentlysigned on to a School-based traineeship:

Breeanna Cantwell - ChildcareMata' Moana Lee - ChildcareTaya Sievers – Childcare

Year 12 students

Did you know that there are a number of ‘Fee Free’ Trainingcourses available to you next year?

See Mrs Legg in the ILO Office if you would like furtherinformation.

Year 10 – 12 Students in 2017

If you are interested in learning more about the TAFE at SchoolProgram please come to the ILO office. Studying a coursewhile still at school puts you one step ahead of your peers.Courses are scheduled around your existing timetable so youcan complete them during school hours, and gain a nationallyrecognised qualification while experiencing a taste of tertiarystudy.

Year 7 2017 EnrolmentAre you enrolling at Marsden State High School for Year 72017. Please complete the enrolment pack and return to theparent foyer.

Enrolment packs are available at the parent foyer.

All Things ELPThis term, the ELP students were lucky enough to attend a2 night camp at Camp QLD, Lake Moogerah. The studentsparticipated in a range of activities such as abseiling, kayaking,team sports and even a mud run! The focus of the campwas to continue to develop relationships across different yearlevels and allow all students to develop their leadership andteam work capabilities. This was certainly put to the test whenstudents camped out under the stars and had a ‘bush dinner,’in which they all had to assist with the preparation and servingof the food. Thank you to all of the staff who gave up theirtime to assist with the planning and facilitation of the camp – allstudents involved had a great time and we are looking forwardto our 2017 Surf Camp!

• Graduation – Monday 14 November at LEC from6:00 pm onwards for students with guests seated by7 pm

• Formal/Mystery Tour – Tuesday 15 November atthe Hilton in Brisbane from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm,followed by the Mystery Tour.

• Movie World Trip – Thursday 17 November forstudents who have paid to attend

• Last assembly –Friday 18 November where rolls willbe marked and all students are expected to attend.Their last farewell assembly will occur during session2 and they will be dismissed at approximately 11am.

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We are also very excited that the newdevices for ELP students have arrived! In2017, all ELP students will be issued with abrand new device that will be used toenhanced students learning both in and outof the classroom. Students will be provided with further detailsin regards to returning their current devices and the collection ofnew ones.

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