Page 1 Dampier Road Karratha WA 6714 Ph: 9187 8000 Fax: 9187 8045 Blueprint Blueprint PO Box 1630 Karratha WA 6714 [email protected] www.karrathashs.wa.edu.au Support your school As a public school, Karratha Senior High School is funded in many different areas by the government. This funding is an allocation for infrastructure (buildings), staff wages and salaries, utility costs (water, gas and electricity), and an amount for each student so that a basic education can be delivered. This funding allocation forms part of the Student Centred Funding Model (SCFM) introduced to all public schools at the start of this year. In Years 7-12, there are Charges that are additional for particular items. These items are: Chaplain and P&C along with year book, school diary, school amenities and school bus. The school uses the Charges and Contributions made by parents/ caregivers to provide the additional items and programs to support your child’s education. These items include class sets of texts and books, transporting students, programs that benefit our students, counselling for students. These are additional services that the school offers to ensure we provide the best for our students. If the school is not receiving Charges and Contributions, it makes it extremely Edition 3 difficult to continue to offer the opportunities we wish to provide for our students. We seek your support in contributing to the cost of your child’s education by paying the relevant Charges and Contributions that have been set for each year group. Years 7&8 The government (and school) set Charges and Contributions for each child who attends a public school. Contributions are voluntary in Years 7&8. Years 9&10 Contributions are voluntary in Years 9&10. There is an Extra Cost Optional component if students enrol in high cost electives. We do offer a number of electives in Years 9&10 that attract a higher cost. This is not voluntary and must be paid if the student is to enrol in such an elective. Years 11&12 All Charges associated with a student’s course selection in Senior School are compulsory as is the cost of text books for the courses they choose. Greg Kelly Principal Edition 3: 14 May 2015 Inside this edition: Principal’s Message 2 From the Deputies’ Desks 3-4 Student Wellbeing: From the SW Coordinators 5-6 Teacher Profile 7 From the Chaplain 8 Department News Home Economics 9 The Arts 9 ILU 10-11 Mathematics 10 Pink on the Pitch 11 Community Notices 12 Upcoming Events Yr 11 Outdoor Ed Camp 14-15 May NAPLAN (Yrs 7 & 9) Week 4 WA Symphony Orchestra 18 May Clontarf - Derby 19-22 May Newman Football 20-21 May Senior School Exams 25-29 May Clontarf Health Forum 26 May WA Day Public Holiday 1 Jun Year 10 Exams 2-5 Jun Aspire Visit 3/4/5 Jun Ear Bus 8-11 Jun Yr 10 in SS Info Night 6.30pm, 9 Jun P&C Meeting 7pm, 10 Jun Football/netball Port Hedland 11 Jun Left: ANZAC Assembly see page 8 Towards Tomorrow Page 2 Blueprint It is i always l a pleasure l to write i my article i l for the h Blueprint as there are so many positive activities happening that involve our students and staff. There are individual and groups excelling in a range of activities including sport, academic achievement and community service. These people do our school proud. Congratulations Congratulations to the students and staff who took part in the recent ANZAC Day services at both the school and those at Dampier and Roebourne. The school service was a credit to all involved with a detailed report in this edition provided by Chloe our school Chaplain. It was terrific to hear that so many of our students and staff attended the dawn services at Dampier or Roebourne. Congratulations to Year 11 student Daniel who has won the National 81kg youth boxing title. This is an outstanding effort by Daniel and shows that if you have a particular skill and are determined to work hard, success will come your way. Congratulations to Kobie (Year 10) and Raymond (Year 12) who have been invited to trial for Western Australian State Junior AFL Football teams. This is an outstanding achievement by these two and adds to all the boys at the school who have been selected as part of the VSwans AFL North West teams. Tutoring After School All students in all year groups are aware of the tutoring in various subjects that takes place at the school at the end of the day. This tutoring opportunity allows students to seek extra support from teachers in areas where they might be finding work a little more difficult than normal. It also provides an opportunity for student to get extra help in revising for assessments such as tests, exams and assignments. I do encourage students to take advantage of this support that is provided by the staff of the school. Maths and Engineers Every Wednesday afternoon from 5.30 – 7.00pm, a group of committed Year 11 and 12 students have been attending Maths tutoring with a small group of Rio Tinto engineers. These young engineers have been sharing their Maths knowledge with an invited group of students so as to add value to what the students have learned at school. This program will soon be extended to our Year 10 students. I encourage students to take up this offer as the benefits to those students who have already been involved has been significant. Special Visitors The school has been fortunate to have distinguished guests speak with our students. These included our WA Australians of the Year – Professor Lyn Beazley, Graham Mabury, Stacy Dunbar and Drisana LevitzkeGray and John Worsfold a former Premiership coach Edition 3 with i h the h West Coast Eagles l Football b ll Club. l b It was terrifi ific to see all our students engaged in the presentations given by these people who have achieved so much, and to hear the insightful questions asked by the students. Use of Aerosol Sprays and Perfumes As a school, we work really hard to make sure it is a safe environment for our students. Aerosol spray cans and perfumes at school impact significantly on those of us who have respiratory problems such as asthma. There appears to be an increase in the number of students bringing aerosol cans and perfumes to school and this is against policy. If students bring aerosol cans or perfume sprays to school in future, they will be confiscated and disposed of. Electronic Devices The front page of the previous edition of Blueprint highlighted issues associated with students using electronic devices. Again I ask that parents/caregivers be vigilant as to how your children are using these devices when they are not at school. We will act on what occurs at school if students are found to be using such devices inappropriately and we ask that you support us in our efforts to teach students how to use these devices in a positive way. Attendance Every day at school is an important day. School is about learning and improving skills, knowledge and understandings that we have. We ask that you encourage your child to attend school every day so that they can learn and become the best person they can be. Every student should aim to attend school more than 90% of the time. Even if a student has an attendance rate of 90%, it means they have missed 1 day of school per fortnight which equates to missing 20 days of school a year which is a whole month of schooling lost. This term is an extremely busy one with lots of activities including exams, school reports and sporting carnivals including Country Week. We look forward to your continued support in the education of our students. Towards Tomorrow Greg Kelly PRINCIPAL Page 3 Blueprint Edition 3 Term 2 has h kicked ki k d off in i a very positive i i fashion hi andd the h Year 7-9 students d have h had h d no problem bl getting back into their established routine at Karratha Senior High School. At the time of writing, we are preparing for Year 7 and 9 NAPLAN. Students have been readying themselves for these tests for the past several weeks and were notified two weeks ago of the testing times and rooms as well as equipment they require for the sessions. It was really encouraging to see the two year groups actively engaged in their classroom preparation. Of particular note were the conversations in the yard amongst students directly related to the possible content of the tests, and how they are looking forward to the challenge. I look forward to reporting later in the year how well our students did. A highlight for me at the start of Term 2 was our ANZAC Day service. Chloe and her team are to be acknowledged for the organisation of the service. It was very appropriate and very respectful to the significant historical importance of the 100th anniversary of ANZAC Day. It was a pleasure to see the students of Karratha Senior High School conducting themselves in a respectful way throughout the service. Term 2 is as busy as any other at Karratha Senior High School. Selected Year 7/8/9 students travel to Newman on 20 / 21 May to compete in the annual V Swans Australian Rules Football carnival. I wish our teams all the very best. It is important to note that representing your school in any form is one of the highest honours a student can achieve. Only students with outstanding attendance, behaviour and work ethic are considered for such events. I encourage all students to strive to be a part of any representative body should the opportunity arise. Scott Cumming Deputy Principal Students d iin Years 10, 11 andd 12 are working ki hard. h d Many of our ATAR students d have h been b attending di school over the last few weekends as part of the North West Shelf Karratha Education Initiative Revision Program that we have put in place. These seminars continue up until the examination week which starts on Monday 25 May. All Year 10 students also have examinations this term, starting on 2 June. Preparing for examinations is crucial. Students need to revise all the work they have completed in each subject since the beginning of the year. Top 10 Tips for preparing for examinations: 1. Draw up a revision timetable: Research shows that shorter 20-30 minute spells work best, because your concentration is much higher. Take short, frequent breaks and mix the order of the subjects to make it more interesting. 2. Exercise: Physical activity is very important, in particular during intense study time. Even 30 minutes of exercise will make a huge difference to your wellbeing during study times. 3. Find a quiet space: This is a pretty straightforward one; you need a place where you can be uninterrupted for a few hours. Your room or the library will do. 4. Get down to it: You have to make a start at some point and doing it sooner rather than later is a very good idea. Try to stick to your revision schedule and on the weekend start revising in the morning - research shows that you are more likely to do all the planned work if you start early. 5. Spice up your revision: Use a bit of colour! Drawing colourful learning maps will help you to memorise facts. What is even more interesting is the fact that colourful notes are easier to memorise than plain black and white ones. Give it a go! Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 4 Edition 3 6. Do plenty of practice exam questions: Ask your teacher for some sample exam questions so you can familiarise yourself with the type of questions you will have in the exam. 7. Make summary notes: Making notes is by far the best way to memorise lots of information. We have all been there, sat down reading a textbook and lying to ourselves that the time is being used productively - it is not! The best way to memorise information is by making notes over and over again. It may be incredibly tedious but the most successful candidates often make as many as three sets of the same notes in a run up to the exams which help them to memorise the required information. 8. Reward yourself: It is not all about the work; you need good breaks too. People who manage to find the right balance between study and leisure are the ones who get the top marks. 9. Use your family and friends: Ask people around you to test you and give you feedback. You should already have made handy revision notes (see point #7). Why not give these notes to a member of your family and ask them to test you? This is not only a good way to revise but also a good way to have a break from the hard work. 10. Think positive! At the end of the day, it’s not all about studying. There are plenty of people who did well in life without 100 per cent in every single exam, or who were actually pretty useless at school and university. Your life isn’t over if you don’t ace the exams, so take the pressure off yourself. Jennifer McMahon Deputy Principal Important Dates to Remember Year 10 into Senior School Student and Parent Information Night Senior School Examination Week 6.30pm, Tues 9 June (School Library) Year 10 Examination Week 2 June to 5 June 25 May to 29 May Year 10 into Senior School Student and Parent Information Night Tuesday 9 June 2015 6.30pm School Library Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 5 Edition 3 Student Wellbeing Student Wellbeing Coordinators Years 7, 8, 9 Term 2 is well and truly underway now and it is has been a very productive start. As the semester approaches a close the pace of school life is beginning to increase. With NAPLAN and School Reports upon us this term, academic and social stresses can take their toll on the spirit. It is important to remember to take care of yourself. To ensure that you get plenty of sleep and eat healthily. This will ensure you can maintain focus and will keep the immune system up to keep those bugs at bay. Equally important is the way in which you socialise. Some forms of socialisation can be unhealthy and detrimental to the achievement of your goals. Interaction with your friends can help reduce stresses if done in a healthy, supportive and constructive manner. Interacting in respectful and kind ways towards your peers can lead to an environment which supports us through the stresses of academic achievement. However, if not, it can only add to these stresses Years 10, 11, 12 On Monday April 20, ten Year 11 students attended the UWA Aspire camp. Over the course of the three days, students participated in team building games and challenged themselves with high rope climbs and the flying fox at the Point Walter Camp School. Tours of the University of Western Australia, visiting university theatres and the Engineering Department was the focus for the second day. Guest speakers highlighted the various careers available to university graduates. Combined with other schools from the Pilbara, we also went shopping and to the movies. The focus at night was ‘thriving in the futurenot just surviving’ and students played challenging games with their peers. With the choice of Science or the Arts, students were given an insight into various pathways to university and the careers available to them. The students are to be commended for their outstanding behaviour and and deplete our drive and focus. Particularly in regard to the relatively new ways we can socialise. In a world of social media and texting, we need to consider whether what we are putting out into the world will contribute to a positive supportive school culture or whether it will be detrimental to one. Is it going to help me create the world I want to live in or is it going to detract from that idea? Just remember your friends are here to support you through the stresses of growing up, not make your life more difficult. Keep in mind that creating the world you want to live in starts first with your own actions. ‘Courage is the middle road between cowardice and dangerous actions. It is the quality that is chosen to analyse a decision before partaking in it.’ Marcus Arelius, Meditations. Joel Wilson Student Wellbeing Coordinator dedication to the three days. I highly recommend students in Year 9 apply for the Aspire camp later in the year and Year 10s consider this for 2016. Parents and students in Year 12, I have purchased two books, ‘Surviving Year 12... A sanity kit for students and their parents’, by Dr Michael Carr-Gregg. Listed on the booklist, it is an invaluable resource to support your child as they go through what can be a very difficult, stressful year. Chapters include looking after yourself and ‘managing the study thing’. These books can be loaned out through Student Services. Please see me if you wish to borrow one. School Ball letters were sent out last week, outlining the time, date and cost. All Year 11s and 12s are invited. Notes are to be handed in with the $70 to the Front Office. If students wish to bring a partner from outside the school, students must complete the permission form and the Administration Committee will meet and discuss each application. Students aged between 15 and 18 interested in experiencing school life in another country, might like to consider becoming an exchange student. I have information from www.afs.org.au and studentexchange. org.au at Student Services. Week 5 is assessment and interruption-free week for Years 11 & 12 as they should be preparing for their Towards Tomorrow Page 6 Blueprint Edition 3 Student Wellbeing Coordinators cont’d Senior School Exams starting 25 May. The Year 10s commence their exams on Tuesday June 2. Students need to read and revise each night in preparation for exams. Completing assignments is not studying. Using coloured highlighters, mind maps and note taking will help consolidate information. Talk to you classroom teachers, ask questions in class and remember after school support is available for each learning area. The keys to making progress in exams and tests, and avoiding anxiety and stress are OPS: Organisation: Develop a study plan and study routine; Preparation and Practice: Make study an active process; Study Skills: Clear, realistic and achievable goals; positive attitude and effective time management. Aspire crew - Perth Mrs Gina Martinovich [email protected] “I put in an Aspire application because it sounded like a really good opportunity for me to experience what University is like and hopefully help me to decide what I would like to do in the future. The Aspire camp turned out to be really good and definitely met my expectations. The theme of the camp was ‘Options’ with the idea of showing us a diverse range of the courses offered by UWA which gave us the chance to decide what path we would like to follow. During the camp we were also able to take a tour of an Engineering firm which was a great opportunity for us. The part I most enjoyed in this camp was the team bonding games that we played. This gave us the opportunity to meet new people who were also from the Pilbara which was great because then we knew each other when we were split into groups. Overall, this camp was a really good experience and I would definitely recommend others to apply.” Josh M UNIFORMS Due to a huge increase in our KSHS order, we are pleased to advise uniform prices have dropped. The following prices are now applicable: Junior and senior shirts: Shorts: Faction Shirts: Tracksuit jacket: Tracksuit pants: $20 $20 $25 $30 $20 We would like to thank you for your patience as we await our bulk order. Parents/ guardians will be notified as soon as this arrives. Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 7 Edition 3 Teacher Profile Name: Alexandra Dobbin What is your position at the school? Head of Learning Area Technology & Enterprise Tell us a bit about yourself: This is my fourth year in Karratha. I grew up and studied in NSW, teaching my first three years in the Northern Territory. I always believe in making the most of life and the opportunities that come your way. I was lucky myself to have inspiring teachers and always aspire to provide these quality learning experiences for my students. Tell us about the Hospitality Program at Karratha SHS: I saw a need for this program to start in 2015 due to the changing nature of the food industry and the increased demand for jobs in this area. There has been a positive response from students selecting this course which is fantastic! They will have the opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge required to prepare restaurant quality dishes. They will also complete a barista unit, a cake decorating unit, and learn about responsible service of alcohol. During the two year course, students must also take part in catering for twelve functions - and already they have received positive feedback from the community for those completed so far. In Week 9 this term, our top Hospitality students will compete in the world skills competition. What are students saying about the program? “I really like the different techniques and ways to make things. I also enjoy the catering but the only negative is we can’t eat it.” Razara “Hospitality is fun because you can be creative in your own way.” Charlotte “Miss Dobbin is the best hospitality teacher! I’ve learnt so much in the last term, can’t wait to expand my knowledge further.” Rebekah “I really enjoy hospitality as I love cooking and preparing. We have an enthusiastic teacher that knows how to teach us. I love catering. Just keep cooking.” Peirson Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 8 Edition 3 From the Chaplain: After the well-deserved school holidays of almost three weeks, the students and staff at Karratha Senior High School are back in the swing of things. Firstly, a huge thank you to BT’s Bakery who have very kindly agreed to donate bread each week for our Breakfast Club! We really appreciate this kind gesture and the bread will definitely be put to good use. The first major event this term was also one of the most prominent of the year. On Friday 24 April we commemorated the 100th anniversary of ANZAC Day. The Student Council was instrumental in running the service. They were responsible for setting up the assembly and speaking throughout the service. This year the Army Cadets played a major role in the ANZAC Day assembly. A large group of student Army Cadets came dressed in full uniform and formed up at the front of the assembly. Another group formed a Catafalque Party and marched to our memorial, forming a guard around it. With the backdrop of the Australian and New Zealand flags blowing in the wind, it was a very sobering sight. The students behaved extremely well, being reverent and respectful throughout the service. The following morning at 6am two of our student councillors, Emily Barratt and Sarah Mullen, came with me to the ANZAC Day Dawn Service on the Dampier foreshore. It was a beautiful service held in the glow of the sunrise with the girls laying a wreath on behalf of Karratha Senior High School. It was also wonderful to see such a large group of the Clontarf Academy students there as well, paying their respects and laying a wreath of their own. Lest We Forget. This term, the Student Council will be getting the school recycling program up and running. Rio Tinto and Toxfree have collaboratively developed the Recycling Warriors program for schools. The Student Council will be promoting the program around the school to build student awareness and encourage them to get involved. We have been provided with several large recycling wheelie bins and are keen to get everyone into the recycling mindset! So please encourage your children to get involved and respect our environment by recycling their paper, plastic or glass rubbish rather than throwing it away. Lastly, I would like to address an issue that is becoming more and more prominent in teenage social circles today and that is cyberbullying. With the advancements in technology and the continuing development of social media sites, cyberbullying has become a common alternative to or, in some cases, an addition to face to face bullying. As parents, there are actions you can take to help prevent cyberbullying such as: • Keep computers, tablets etc. in a common area of the home, not in bedrooms. • Familiarise yourself with social networking sites that your children are using and ask them to show you their profiles. • Build trust with your children, letting them know they can come to you if they experience cyberbullying or anything inappropriate over social media. • Set limits and explain your reasons for having them; that they are in place for your children’s safety. Asking your child to contribute to these rules means they will be more likely to follow them. Chloe Zietsman School Chaplain Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 9 Home Economics Term 2 in Home Economics has seen Year 7 and 8 students swap from Textiles to Cooking or vice versa. This allows students to have a taste of all the electives on offer at Karratha Senior High School to assist in their subject selections for next year. In Textiles students will begin to learn the basic skills required to operate a sewing machine, and different fabrics suitable for their projects. Cooking students will learn the importance of food safety and hygiene in the kitchen, and cook a variety of healthy recipes. The Year 9 students continue to produce snack and lunch recipes that appeal to the teenagers, while considering the cost of ingredients and their nutritional value. During Term 1, Year 9 were successful in producing cheese and bacon muffins for sale and Year 10 prepared a variety of curries. Thank you to all fellow students and staff who purchased this food to support our project. Year 11/12 Food Science and Technology students continue to demonstrate positive attitude to their learning and have further developed their skills in Mise en Place. Year 11 have been flat out with catering opportunities and have prepared a variety of food for functions. Alexandra Dobbin Head of Department The Arts Firstly, welcome back to all of our great Art students! The Art rooms are ablaze with the creations of last term and we look forward to showcasing our students’ work at the KSHS Arts Evening in Week 10 on 25 June. Don’t forget to put this one in your diary, we can’t wait to show you what our students have created and would love to see you there. Tamsyn, Yr 7, Mixed Media Chloe Yr 11, Acrylic Edition 3 Mrs Montgomery took her students to see an Art exhibition by Jan Malkin at the Karratha Library. Painter Jan Malkin was prompted to find out more about her family’s involvement in World War I after an Anzac Day parade three years ago, leading her to create 100 paintings to commemorate 100 years of Anzac. The exhibition was well received by our students, who were impressed with her paintings and spoke enthusiastically about Malkin’s work. Our Year 11s and 12s have by now learned that art is brave, challenging and usually more than just what is easily revealed and obvious. They are learning to be courageous by experimenting with different mediums and techniques and with the messages they want to send. The most successful artworks will have a chance to be a part of the Cossack Art Award Exhibition. Good luck to all our Senior School Art students with upcoming exams, tests and Semester 1 final pieces! Bojana Krstic The Arts Inclusive Learning Unit Work Experience the Key to Success The Inclusive Learning Unit (ILU) classroom essentially provides learning experiences to assist students in key areas such as English, Mathematics and Life Skills in order to prepare individuals for life post school. Alongside classroom tuition, community based activities are an essential component in the ILU curriculum and these are imperative to student success. Community excursions assist students in their understanding and awareness of the wider community and further develop student confidence, and in turn, their readiness to take on new challenges outside the classroom. Term 2 is shaping into another busy period in the ILU, with students continuing to further develop their abilities in functional academic, social and independent living skills. Meanwhile, our senior students are in the process of preparing for life post school, as they engage in vigorous work experience opportunities in order to further enhance employment prospects. The opportunity for students to engage in pre-employment programs assists individuals in developing positive partnerships within the community, and thus, providing students with the potential to secure employment within Karratha. Currently, students in Years 11 and 12 are engaged in work experience opportunities around Karratha. Employers such as Target, Kmart, EB Games, The Karratha Leisureplex and Jamaica Blue have kindly offered workplace training positions to a number of our students. Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 10 These opportunities are providing essential training for these students in several employment roles. Although daunting at first, the students have accepted these challenges with great enthusiasm. The students are participating in their training with a real commitment to develop their customer service and work related skills. The Inclusive Learning Team Mathematics Welcome back to school, 2nd term has already started and is moving quickly towards mid-year exams. Students are very busy studying and trying hard not to stress. Study is best described as “Revision & Learning”. Review your classwork and rework the questions until you are satisfied that you have the mathematical concept. Another inspiring source of information could be a friend, someone is doing the same course. They have probably asked the same question, Google is another possible source and of course there is always your teacher. Edition 3 Mathematics tutoring is still available on Tuesday afternoons. Wednesday Night, 5:30pm to 7:00pm is a session for Senior Students with Rio Tinto Engineers. This is proving to be a very popular way of creating a study group that has been student driven and creates a positive working energy that has flowed into our classrooms. Mathletics is now available for all of the students currently enrolled in Karratha Senior High School. This initiative should help students enjoy maths and improve their results. The students can access this program at home and at school which should be encouraged by their parents and caregivers. If your child is unsure of his/her log on please ask your Maths teacher, as they have all the details. Parents are our students’ first teachers and your role is still vitally important. We would encourage you to play your role in their education. Research supports the positive effect that parents can have on their child’s achievements. Parents can be supportive by arranging study time & space, and by monitoring homework. If you have any concerns regarding your child’s progress please feel free to contact the school and talk to your child’s teacher. Towards Tomorrow Deb Hallett Head of Learning Area - Mathematics Page 11 Blueprint Edition 3 Pink on the Pitch On Thursday 2 April we held Pink Stumps Day to raise money for the McGrath Foundation. This foundation supports women with Breast Cancer all across Australia. Students played cricket during their Physical Education classes on the day and games were held in the quad during recess and lunch. Staff and students were asked to wear pink on the day and bring a gold coin donation. I am very proud to say we raised just over $700 as a school community. Thank you to all staff and students who supported the day. Deb English Head of Department - Health & Physical Education Towards Tomorrow Blueprint Page 12 Community Notices Money for School Costs The Smith Family offers Educational Support through Scholarships (Money) and other Educational Programs from Pre Primary to Year 9. Eligibility Criteria: Health Care Card or Parent concession card; attendance 70%+ For further information on Money for School things also known as a “scholarship” please contact us: The Smith Family, Welcome Lotteries House, Karratha Ph 9144 1854 or text 0435 800 821 and we will call you [email protected] thesmithfamily.com.au Find us at www.facebook.com/TheSmithFamilyAustralia Towards Tomorrow Edition 3
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