Newsletter of Edenhope College 40 – 48 Lake Street / Locked Bag 1, Edenhope 3318 www.edenhope.vic.edu.au

Telephone: (03) 5585 1277 Fax: (03) 5585 1656 E-mail: edenhope.co@edumail.vic.gov.au

Principal – Robyn Hollis

Senior School Leader (10 – 12): Jon Neall, Middle School Leader (7 - 9): Trevor McClure,

Junior School Leader (F – 6): Kathryn Duncan, Wellbeing & PDS Leader: Val Tischler,

Curriculum Coordinator & VET/VCAL Coordinator: Donna Tucker

SRC REPORT

Wed 20-Fri 22 April

Yr 3/4 Naracoorte/

Mt Gambier Camp

Monday 18 April

Parent/Student/Teacher

Interviews

Friday 29 April

College Cross Country

Years 3-9 11am-12.30pm

Years 10-12 (voluntary)

to run at lunchtime

Sunday 17 April-

Monday 18 April

VCE Study Camp

Monday 2 May

Little Desert Secondary

Athletics@Nhill

Tuesday 19 April

F-12 Athletics Carnival

Shannon Clutterbuck, Oscar Rainsford and Dulcie

Shirrefs visited the Science and Technology Innovation

Centre in Bacchus Marsh on Tuesday 22 April. They had

the experience of using equipment, techniques and

instruments that are part of their course to analyse Paul’s

Full Cream Milk. The students used the AAS to

determine the amount of calcium in milk, the UV- VIS to

determine its protein content and an IR to obtain it’s

spectra to determine the presence of fat, sugar and

protein. Werribee and Winchelsea students were also

present and conducted the same experiments on Skinny,

A2, Soya and goat milk samples to compare the results

with the milk Edenhope students tested.

As an assessment task the students will write a report to compare the techniques used to analyse the milk

with those that were used at school to analyse fertilizer. The students and I wish to thank Mrs.

Clutterbuck for driving us.

Miss Craig

We held a successful ‘Wear Orange’ for Harmony Day raising $112. This will be donated to the charity,

Australia for UNHCR Syrian Refugee appeal.

We have chosen to celebrate ANZAC Day this year by assisting in the selling of

commemorative items for the Edenhope RSL. The range includes badges, arms

bands and pens from $2.00 up to $10.00. They will be for sale on Sports Day and

during the rest of the week. SRC representatives will be conducting the College

ANZAC service on Friday 22 April.

We will also be selling pieces of slice for 50 cents at Tuesday’s Sports Day as

part of our next event, ‘The Biggest Morning Tea’ cancer research fundraiser.

This will be hosted by the SRC at the College in May.

VCE CHEMISTRY EXCURSION

Our College theme/motto this year is ‘Imagine. Believe.

Achieve’. As a whole school we are encouraging each other to

Imagine positive, successful futures and to cultivate a strong

Belief system in ourselves and each other that we can Achieve

what we set our hearts and minds on. We need to bring the

dreams and wishes we have for ourselves to a more conscious

level so that we can support each other and be purposeful about

the actions we take to reach our intended goals. We should also be

realistic about the effort that is required to be successful. If we

want it, we have to work for it. This is an important term for

students to refocus and be prepared to be challenged to work

harder. Students who achieve and exceed their learning goals

know that they will be confronted with problems and difficulties.

They expect and accept that they will need to acquire new skills,

knowledge or understandings to go to the next level of learning

and achievement. Their brains will hurt! They don’t give up. They

seek help. They fail, try, fail and eventually succeed. They know

that this is normal. And they will feel great knowing that it is

through their effort and persistence that they achieved success.

Parents and families can help by encouraging their child and

checking in with them about their work requirements and

learning. Xuno can be a good way to contact your child’s teacher

about their learning or alternatively you can contact the College

directly to set up an appointment if you would like a meeting.

Parent-Teacher-Student interviews are on Monday 18th April.

Students are not expected at school for classes. However, they

are expected to attend with their parent/guardian to meet

their teachers to discuss their progress to date and to talk

about how to improve. There are 2 interview sessions: Session 1

is from 2.30pm - 5.00pm; Session 2 is from 5.30pm – 7.30pm.

Interviews for Primary children are made via the booking form

sent home earlier this week. Interviews for Secondary students

require an indication of which session they will be attending

rather than an exact time-slot. This is generally a satisfactory

arrangement. If parents would like to have a more extensive

discussion with their child’s teacher, we recommend arranging a

further meeting for some time in the near future.

I invite you to attend the Athletics sports on Tuesday 19th April.

This is a great opportunity to encourage our students to participate

and enjoy competing. A compulsory Regional Principal’s meeting

is on the same day so I am unable to be present. I wish all the

competitors the best and I am sure you will have a wonderful day.

I look forward to hearing about the personal and house

achievements when I return.

The Annual Report 2015 will be presented to the School Council

and to the community at the next School Council meeting on

Monday 9th May at 7.00pm in the Centre. I invite you to attend

this meeting to hear about the work undertaken in 2015 and the

plans for 2016.

Have a great term everyone.

Ms Robyn Hollis

PRINCIPAL ‘S REPORT F-12 ATHLETICS DAY

Tuesday 19th April Start time Secondary Students 9.30am

Primary students 10.00am

(refer to grid in this newsletter)

All Year F-6 students participate in all events on Tuesday and at

the Kowree Sports day on Friday 2nd September. The Year F-6

PE program in Term 3 consists of a 10 week Athletics unit where

all events will be focussed on throughout the term.

Year 7-12 students select the events they would like to take part

in on the day. Winners of the events have the opportunity to take

part in Little Desert Athletic carnival at Nhill on Monday 2nd

May.

Parents, friends and community members are most welcome to

attend. It is a wonderful opportunity to watch our own National

Champion, Jesse Iesse, compete in the shot put and discus events.

You can also expect to see some very fast running and great high

jumping on the day .

Canteen Facilities Available

WALK ACROSS THE LAKE

Treasures from the dry lake.

This week we received a letter notifying us

that Stephen Lloyd (Year 12 – 2015) was

successful in obtaining the highest level of

achievement in the Duke of Edinburgh

program. Stephen has completed the Gold

Level and has the opportunity to be

presented with his award at a State Award

ceremony. Congratulations Stephen! Thank

you to Mr McClure and all current and

previous staff who have been involved in

the Duke of Edinburgh program at

Edenhope College.

THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD

GOLD LEVEL

Edenhope College celebrated Harmony Day on March 21st with a

special focus this year on the positives we experience in our

classrooms, friendships, our communities and as a nation when we

are open to accepting our own and others differences. Feeling

positive that we all bring something special.

Senior students

had an

opportunity to

discuss issues of

inclusiveness,

the refugee

plight and other

topics during the

week prior to

Harmony Day in

their regular

classes.

The Primary

students looked

at the diversity of faces from around the world in art and created

some amazing clay faces which will be displayed soon for all to

enjoy. Every student had a chance to grind spices to take home to

create Butter Chicken, which they sampled and thoroughly

enjoyed in the Food Centre as well as making Asian cold rolls.

Comedian and television personality, Ahn Do has released a

children’s book titled, ‘The Little Refugee’, which depicts his own

true story as a child fleeing war torn Vietnam and this was also a

focus on the day. Students really enjoyed this story of resilience

and hope and have created some great posters which we will have

on display shortly. A big thank you to all participating students

and staff for making it very harmonious and enjoyable.

Spice mix: Butter Chicken

6 coriander pods/seeds

3 cloves

Half t-spoon fennel seed

1 t-spoon poppy seed

Half t-spoon onion flakes

Half t-spoon paprika

Pinch ginger

Half t-spoon cumin

Half t-spoon turmeric

Method : 1. Sauté 6 onions

and diced chicken. 2. Mix ground spices with a small tub of

tomato paste. 3. Add a cup of water. 4. Simmer & reduce

liquid. 5. Add a large tub of cream, warm & serve. YUM!

HARMONY DAY SOMERS CAMP 2016

Seven of our Year 5 & 6 students participated in the DET Somers

School Camp from Tuesday 15th March to Wednesday 23rd

March. One hundred and sixty Year 5 & 6 boys and girls from the

Wimmera participated in the camp. It was a wonderful

opportunity for our students to interact with other participants.

The students slept in dormitories with 20 other boys or girls.

During the day students joined in group activities consisting of 10

boys and 10 girls.

Activities involved surfing, rock climbing, abseiling, bike

education, art sessions, orienteering, archery, and marine

activities. The bonus on the camp was swimming with dolphins!

Night time activities involved a bush dance, disco, campfire

singing, pirate games, drama activities and lots of singing.

The students have gained many skills, experiences and friendships

that will greatly add to their personal development.

Mrs Robyne Rainsford

Supervising Teacher

Students Somers Experience:

Isaac McGuigan:The disco

night was my favourite. I got

into the finals of the dance

competition. There were lots

of activities and one of my

favourite ones was the

challenge swing which was

18.5m off the ground. I went

to the top. We had to clean

our huts each morning and

report on the weather. We

also sang songs every

morning at assembly. Some

songs were Home among the

Gum Trees, I am Australian

and Ghost Chicken in the

Sky.

Trinity Hollis: At first I was frightened and did not know

anyone, but then I met new people who became best friends that

helped me when I needed it the most. I did extraordinary activities

on Somers Camp which built my confidence and now I feel that I

can do anything. I

loved all the

activities but my

favourite were

high ropes course,

drama and the

flying fox. Before

I went to Somers

Camp I had a fear

of heights!

Isaac McGuigan,Rory Caldow, Mark Kelly, Charley Falla-

Jones, Trinity Hollis, Kirra Hessey, Mackenzee Chenhall.

Mark Kelly

Charley, Trinity & Isaac ready for kitchen duty

National Polocrosse Championships

Good luck to Laura Michelmore who is competing at the 2016

National Polocrosse Championships in Albury

from 18th-24th April.

GNURAD GUNDIDJ

SCHOOL FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Year 9 students Cooper Ellis, Alana Cross and Sasha McGuigan

are heading off to Glenormiston on Sunday 17th of April to

commence their unique residential education experience. The

students are away for ten weeks. There curriculum focuses on

personal development and team learning projects sourced from

students’ home regions. We look forward to hearing from the

students throughout the term.

Current Year 8 students should be thinking about applying

for the Leadership school in 2017. Students and parents will

be informed of the selection process in Term 2, 2016.

Mrs Robyne Rainsford: SSL Coordinator.

TRIATHLON!

Individual Triathlon Champions:

Robert Wall, Adrian Ferluga, Jessica Sambell, Trinity Hollis, Isabella Hawkins,

Dashel Adams, Hayley Grigg, Lindsay Johnston.

The Edenhope NAB AFL Auskick program will begin on Thursday 28 April at 4pm at Edenhope Football Ground. The program will run weekly for the majority of

the second school term. Boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 12 (or children turning 5 in this calendar year) are eligible to participate. Cost is $80 per participant. For medical insurance purposes, the AFL requires each child to have registered and paid prior to participating. All registrations and payments are to be made online at www.aflauskick.com.au.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mark Cooper on 0427 865238.

WHAT’S NEW AT EDENHOPE LIBRARY... FRESH PICKS

NON-FICTION: The 100 Greatest Cricketers by Geoff Armstrong;

Executive Function “Dysfunction”: strategies for educators and par-

ents; Aspien Woman: the unique characteristics, traits and gifts of

adult females on the Autism Spectrum; One Drawing a Day: a 6-

week course exploring creativity with illustration and mixed media

TEEN: Their Fractured Light: the Starbound Trilogy by Amie Kauf-

man & Meagan Spooner; Just Friends by Dyan Sheldon: can you

ever turn ‘I like’ into ‘I love’?; As Black as Ebony by Salla Simukka

“fans of Nesbo and Larsson won’t be disappointed”

JUNIOR FICTION: Groosham Grange by Anthony Horowitz

(humour); Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo; The 12 La-

bors of Hercules: a graphic novel

PICTURE BOOK: This & That by Mem Fox & Judy Horacek

DVDs: Let’s Read Anywhere, Anytime: a simple guide to reading

with your child

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A reminder to parents to supply an explanation note when your child returns to school after being absence. The Department of Education

and Training requires all student absences to be coded into their Attendance program. Coding is decided by the reason why your child was

absent i.e. illness, dental appointment, personal reasons etc. If no explanatory note is received the absence is classed as an Unexplained

Absence and can be referred to DET, if these are occurring regularly. If you have plans that require your child to be away for a large

amount of time i.e.5 days or more, please advise us prior to the absence so that teachers can supply on going work for the student if neces-

sary. Absences can be advised via a hand written note, school supplied Absence Note, phone call to the office or Xuno. It would be appre-

ciated that any verbal communication of absences to a teacher be followed up with a signed note. Thank you for your co operation.

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