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Bundaberg North State High School 2020
OUTSTANDING LEARNERS
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS OUTSTANDING FUTURES
No. 2, 12th February 2020
Principal’s Report…
Our school year has started well and students have settled quickly into classes. Thank you to parents, staff and
students for the smooth and positive start to the year.
This year we are focussing on student attendance. There is a strong correlation between good attendance and
academic success. The best opportunity for student success is in class with their classroom teacher. Our whole school
target for each student is 95% attendance. This equates to 2-3 days absent per term. I ask that you work on this with
your son/daughter so we can work together to reach our school target.
This week sees several
significant school
events occur. On
Tuesday was our Big
Day Out for all year
levels. This annual
event provides each
year level with
opportunity to build
leadership and
teamwork skills while
getting to know their
cohort, Year Level Coordinator and teachers. Thank you to the parents who
ensured that permission slips and payments were made by the due date to assist
with catering and organisation.
On Wednesday, we held our
Badge Ceremony. This is our
induction of the Student
Council representatives for
the school and the
presentation of senior
badges to our Year 12
students. Thank you to the
parents/family members
who attended.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
On Thursday afternoon we are holding our ‘Meet the Teachers’ event, 4.45pm -5.45pm – an informal afternoon where
students have opportunity to introduce their teachers to their parents. It is always wonderful to meet our new
parents and student families. The P&C meeting will be held directly after this at 6.00pm in the Administration
building and we welcome all parents to this meeting.
As an Independent Public School we have a School Council that meets twice a term and have recently asked for parent
nominations. Thank you to those who have applied. We will be appointing new council members shortly.
As mentioned in our last newsletter, our school will be undergoing a School Review, March 16-18. This is a process
that occurs every 4 years and the outcomes help drive the development of our new 4 year Strategic Plan. The Review
team will be seeking feedback from all stakeholders – students, parents, staff and community so we will be asking
parents if they would be willing to either have a face to face or phone interview with a member of the review team.
Please consider volunteering as your opinions do count and contribute to the review. If you would be willing to be
interviewed, please call the office and give your name and details. It would be greatly appreciated. Information
about the School Review is available on our website.
Lastly, our Containers for Change program continues in 2020 even though our initial fundraising was for Air-
conditioning we continue to collect containers to assist raising money for replacement of old air-conditioners and to
assist the environment. I would like to thank a number of anonymous donors and some from members of the public
who have kindly donated containers for our school. We really do appreciate your generosity. Last year we raised just
over $3000.
The installation of Air-conditioners has made an enormous difference to the comfort of classrooms in the past 2
weeks and while we have not achieved 100% of the air conditioning units working in all classrooms yet, the majority of
classrooms are now air-conditioned and students and staff are able to work in a productive, comfortable learning
environment.
As the school year has begun, please do not hesitate to call the office if you have any queries or concerns. We hope
2020 will be a very productive and successful year for all.
Robyn Kent, PRINCIPAL
School Swimming Carnival – Friday, 21st February
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie !!!!!! That is the theme for this years Bundaberg North High swimming carnival. The
swimming carnival will be held on Friday, 21st February at Norville Pool.
All students will leave North High and travel by bus to the Norville Pool for the day. There are no organised
classes at school as everyone will be at the pool. The cost for the day is $2 per student, and this is payable as
the students get on the bus. Students should wear either their school uniform, their house colours or in the
theme of Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! However, their correct leather/vinyl shoes must be worn and can then be
changed at the pool.
Students should bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle
and a sunsafe shirt. It is a great day and we hope to
see all students participating. There are competitive
and social events throughout the day. Students
should bring their lunch but can also access the
canteen at the pool also. Please call the office if you
have any queries.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
Uniforms – update on shorts
Thank you to the many parents who have for ensured their son/daughter
has checked and followed the uniform expectations for students.
Remember that black leather/vinyl covered shoes are required for all
students with either white/black ankle socks. Please read the jewellery,
hair/make up expectations and ensure students are aware. Our
expectations are found on the website and in the homework diary. We
have given students the first 2 weeks to get their uniform organised. We
will be continually monitoring student uniform.
We are still waiting for our SHORTS order to arrive at LOWES. With the Coronavirus outbreak and the Chinese New
Year, LOWES are unsure of the impact on the order but we will notify you when the order has arrived.
In the meantime as mentioned in our first newsletter, students who do not have school shorts are able to wear plain
black shorts (mid thigh length). We apologise for the inconvenience.
If you have any queries about the uniform please contact the office.
Robyn Kent
Principal
Ski Trip
We are proud to announce that BNSHS students and staff will be headed to Jindabyne in the first week of the winter school holidays, to experience skiing in the snow! By now, parents will have paid the deposit and have received an invoice for the first major progress payment. Have your children told you about the Ski Trip Parent Information Night? We are holding a very important evening to provide updated information on the itinerary, discuss safety aspects, and answer your questions about the ski trip. When 6pm Tuesday, 18 February 2020 Where Library - you may walk through the main school foyer. Signs will be in place directing
you to the location of the library Who is invited All ski trip students & their parents RSVP Monday by emailing [email protected] or calling 4130 0222 We would like to share the upcoming progress payments in order to support you when budgeting for the trip.
Upcoming Ski Trip Progress Payments
Payment 1 (6 March) $700 – this is the major progress payment to secure lift tickets, equipment hire, insurance and jersey
Payment 2 (6 April) $500
Final Payment (24 April) $209
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
Meet the staff in the Business & Digital Technologies
faculty
Life is far from boring in the Business and Digital
Technologies Department here at BNSHS. We pride
ourselves on providing your son/daughter with an
interesting and engaging curriculum that focuses on
important 21st century skills.
All of our students study Business & Economics and
Digital Technologies for a term in either Year 7 or Year
8. Once in Years 9 and 10, they can choose to continue
studying one or both of these subjects for a semester.
In Years 11 and 12, students can elect to study
General subjects that contribute to an ATAR such as
Business and Accounting. They may also opt to study
great Applied Subjects such as Information and Communication Technology and Tourism.
Pictured above from left to right are Mrs Keri Jensen (Head of Department for Technologies), Miss Amy Wilson, Mr
Liam Kronk, Mrs Sue Richardt and Mr Grant Newell. Our hardworking staff provide students with many additional
opportunities to consolidate learning. These can include excursions and the mentoring of students competing in
academic competitions both at a local and state level. We also source excellent guest speakers to come into the
classroom to share their vast knowledge and expertise.
We look forward to meeting with parents at the upcoming “Meet the Teacher” afternoon on 13 February. Please do
not hesitate to contact any of us should you have any concerns in relation to your son/daughter.
Chess Club
Welcome to Junior Chess for 2020. The Bundaberg Chess Club is intending to continue Sunday Junior Chess Tournaments on a regular basis for 2020. John and Elizabeth Harris continue as the Junior Chess Tournament Coordinators for 2020. All enquiries about Bundaberg Chess Club Junior Chess competitions should be sent to mobile:- 0418686497 or email [email protected]. The Junior chess competitions are held on the last Sunday of the month, on 8 months of the year. Intended dates for the Sunday Junior Chess Tournaments in 2020 are:- 23/02/2020 29/03/2020 26/04/2020 31/05/2020
26/07/2020 30/08/2020 25/10/2020 29/11/2020
Cost will be $8.00/day. A maximum cost of $16.00 per family, for 3 or more players. $7.00 for each player if you bring a new friend to chess. The cost includes 6 rounds of competitive chess each tournament plus an expert chess lesson from Mr John Harris who is a top rated chess players in Bundaberg. First round to commence promptly at 9.00am at the U3A Building (upstairs) next to Improvements Gym on Woongarra St. Could players please arrive 15 minutes early to register for the tournament. It is anticipated the session should finish approximately 12.20-12.30 pm. All children need to bring a water bottle plus sufficient morning tea.
Prizes are given on each day for 1st to 5th place, with a prize for the 2 players with the most interesting chess game, plus 2 lucky door prizes. Children can accrue points through regular attendance at these Sunday tournaments towards Grand Prix prizes that are awarded at the last Sunday Junior Chess Tournament of the year.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
School photo day
School Photography Date: 25/02/2020 SCHOOL PHOTO ORDER CODE: XRE VMX 8E2 SCHOOL PHOTO ORDER LINK: https://www.advancedimage.com.au/keycode/keycodefinder.aspx?keycode=XREVMX8E2
School photography day is coming up very soon. Group and portrait photographs can be purchased by following the link above or by using the envelope provided to your students.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: School photos purchased online DO NOT require envelopes returned to school Don’t forget to order your sibling photos now, if your school is offering sibling photos* Late fees/additional charges will be applied for purchases after photo day Photos will be returned to your school for distribution approximately six weeks after photos are taken Past years’ photographs including sports, co-curricular and representative groups available at school’s
advancedorder site (follow the link above) and your child’s advancedyou photo site
*Sibling photographs must be ordered either online or by order envelope prior to the day of photography. A photograph will
not be taken without an order. Sibling photographs can only be taken of children enrolled at the school. Please note: Sibling photographs are not offered at all schools.
If you have any questions, comments or feedback relating to your advancedlife experience, please contact us at: [email protected]
BNSHS School Council
As an independent public school, Bundaberg North State High School has established a School Council which is charged with overseeing the strategic direction of the school. The School Council consists of the Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff, representatives from the P&C, the vice-chancellor of CQUniversity Bundaberg and a representative from East Coast Apprenticeships.
The School Council meets twice per term usually on Wednesdays from 5:30-7PM at the school administration block.
We are currently seeking a parent representative on the School Council. Please find attached a nomination form to be returned by tomorrow, Thursday 13 February. In the case of multiple nominations, voting will occur at the P&C meeting scheduled for Thursday 13 February. If you have any queries, please contact Robyn Kent [email protected] or 4130 0222.
Meet the teachers
All parents/guardians and students are welcome to attend our ‘Meet the Teachers’ afternoon tomorrow Thursday 13th February at 4.45 – 5.45 pm. This is an informal event that gives parents an opportunity to meet their son/daughter’s teachers and gives an opportunity for students to introduce their parents to their teachers. Please see the flyer attached for details. We hope to see as many parents attending as possible. This is an excellent way to begin the school year.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
Meet our awesome Information, Technology and Design (ITD) staff Pictured left to right are our very experienced
and capable ITD staff – Mr Ian Laughlin (Subject
Co-ordinator), Mr Mike Seary (replacing Mr Phil
Moller on leave), Mr Mark Monsen (Acting Year
8 Year Level Co-ordinator) and Mr Chris Watton.
Many students at BNSHS elect to study subjects
from the ITD faculty. All students study Design
Technologies for a term in either Year 7 or Year
8. Once in Years 9 and 10, they can choose to continue studying Design Technologies with a focus on Metalwork
and/or Woodwork for a semester. In Years 11 and 12, students can study Applied subjects such as Building and
Construction, Furnishing and Industrial Graphics. We also offer students the opportunity to study a Certificate 2 in
Engineering in Years 11 and 12.
Students require their own electronic device to complete the online safety courses and it is vital that students comply
with the school rule of wearing leather shoes to school in order to gain access to the workshops.
Please contact any of the teachers photographed above or the HOD Mrs Keri Jensen should you have any queries in
relation to this faculty. We hope that your son/daughter enjoy the many subjects on offer through our department
whilst learning some very valuable practical skills to assist them in the future.
Meet our Health and Physical Education team
The Bundaberg North State High School HPE department is an enthusiastic and experienced team of teachers. Pictured
from left to right are Miss Sally Gardiner, Mrs Jessie Sherriff, Mr Robert Thatcher, Mr Kris Johnson, Mrs Tammy
Macgregor, Ms Teressa Tibbey and Mr Nigel Shield.
All junior students from year 7 to 10 are required to study HPE for 1 semester, students will actively participate in both
practical and theoretical units of work.
In Senior, students can study Sport and
Recreation (Applied) and/or Physical
Education (General) in Years 11 and
12.
Students are required to wear a hat
and encouraged to use sun screen
during outdoor activities. Do not
hesitate to contact any of the HPE
team or Head of Department Mr
Graham Quinn should you have any
queries. We look forward to a
productive 2020.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
Office Notes –
Invoices for the Student Resource Scheme will be sent out very soon. These will be either emailed
or posted to each family. Invoices for subject fees will be sent separately soon after. Invoices can
be paid directly on QParents, bpoint or direct bank payment to:
BSB: 064403 Acct: 00090504
Thank you to those families who have already completed the SRS form and returned this to us. If you are yet to
complete the Student Resource Scheme form, please download from HERE. Once completed, this form is valid for the
term of your student’s enrolment at North High.
Suggestion box
We value your feedback and would love to hear your suggestions about how we can make Bundaberg North State High
School a better school. In each newsletter from now on you will see the ‘Newsletter’ icon below. If you click on the
icon you can enter the details of your suggestion and once submitted it will be emailed to the Principal.
If you would like us to reply and discuss your suggestion with you, be sure to check the appropriate box. Alternatively
you can give us your suggestion anonymously. Either way, would love to hear from you. The link is also available on
our website.
Parentline – online support
Online support is available to parents at Parentline. This is a fantastic free resource which covers issues like dealing with exam stress, anxiety, alcohol and self-harm. Click on the link below for more.
Click here to access to access support
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
News from the Nurse – Head lice
It is that time of year again when head lice can become a problem for families.
Please follow the link below to access some helpful information about head lice, how to
detect and treat them and some myth-busting information.
Headlice information
Robyn Kirby School Based Youth Health Nurse
Parent resources – eSafety kids
Click on the picture to check out some
great resources about online safety
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
Best backpacks are back in stock!! The North High P&C have excellent quality student backpacks
available for sale. The Genius Tuff-backpack has three
zippered compartments, with reflective piping on the front
panels and very durable, and guaranteed to last. There is a
life-time manufacturer’s warranty. It also has anatomical back system for better
lumber support and made of water-repellent duragarde fabric and quality zips. They
are very comfortable to wear.
They can be purchased through QKR and the canteen and cost $70.00. The QKR online ordering for these
bags, or canteen items such as morning tea and lunch is available via
https://qkr.mastercard.com/. Register and start ordering your child’s delicious
morning tea/ lunch before 9am each school day.
P&C Meeting – Next Meeting Thursday, 13th February 2020. All welcome!
Marks Street, Bundaberg Q 4670 Ph (07) 41300222 [email protected] http://www.bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au
DATES TO REMEMBER
Meet the teachers BBQ School hall - 4.45pm-5.45pm Thursday, 13th February 2020
P&C Meeting 6pm Administration building Thursday, 13th February 2020
Ski Trip information night 6pm, Library, North High Tuesday, 18th February 2020
Summer sport, week 1 Wednesday, 19th February 2020
School swimming carnival All students – Norville Pool Friday, 21st February 2020
School photo day All year levels Tuesday, 25th February 2020
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