RSC News - Ringwood Secondary College

RSC News
The Newsletter of Ringwood Secondary College
Issue Number 12 Online address: www.ringwoodsc.vic.edu.au/newsletters October 21, 2011
RINGWOOD STUDENTS EXPLORE
BORNEO
Phone: 9870 2002 Fax: 9879 5414 Email: ringwood.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au Home Page: www.ringwoodsc.vic.edu.au

Newsletter Number 12 October 21, 2011
Term 4 - 2011
Week 3
Monday 24 - 28
Wednesday 26
Thurs 27/ Friday 28
Friday 28
Week 4
Tuesday 1 Nov
Wed 2 Nov
Sat 5 Nov
The Next Meeting:
PCTA
Council
Heritage
Music Association
Ladies Auxiliary
Policy & Education
Quick Calendar
Band Tour
Yr 12 Breakfast and Luna
Park
RSC Art and Technology
Show RTTF Building
7.30pm
Band Tour Homecoming
Concert 7pm
Cup Day Holiday
Yr 7 2012 Intake Testing
Yr 7 2012 Intake Testing
Mon 8 Nov
Wed 26 Oct
Mon 24 Oct
Mon 5 Dec
Tues 15 Nov
Wed 23 Nov
The next Newsletter will be issued on Nov 11
From the
Principal ...
WELCOME BACK
I hope that all students enjoyed a relaxing break with their friends
and family. Term 4 is traditionally a very busy time at Ringwood as
we complete our college programs, write reports, attend presentation
ceremonies and undertake planning and preparation for the
2012 school year.
At last weeks college assembly I spoke to the students about the
importance of being focused on maximising opportunities for attaining
their best results during this important stage of the year.
It was also an opportunity to farewell and thank the Year 12 students
whose VCE exams commence on Thursday November 3rd
2011.
PSW – Shop Times
STAFF SHOTS
A number of staff
showed off their
animal magnetism
in black and white as
the weather became
warmer
Ringwood SC Uniforms will be available from the PSW East
Store
18-20 Railway Ave, Ringwood East 3135
Ph: 9879 5500
Email: ringwood@psw.com.au – Website www.psw.com.au
Shop Hours:
Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm
Saturday – 9.00am – 5.00pm
WORLD TEACHERS DAY
World Teachers’ Day on October 28th acknowledges the efforts of
teachers in an increasingly complex, multicultural and technological
society. It is a day on which students, parents and community
members can demonstrate their appreciation for the contributions
that teachers have made to their community.
I would encourage as many parents as possible to write a note of
appreciation to their children’s teacher(s), in recognition of their
tremendous contribution to the students.
FINAL DAYS FOR YEAR 12
Our Year 12 students are about to enter a vitally important stage
of their secondary schooling and if they have worked consistently
throughout the year they will be well placed to perform at their best
during the exam period. It was pleasing to note that many Year 12
students took advantage of opportunities provided by their teachers
over the Term 3 study break to complete set work and begin
the revision process.Thank you to our Year12 teachers for giving up
their vacation time to assist their VCE students.
The last formal day of classes for year 12 students will be 24th October.
On Wednesday October 26th the school will be supplying a
breakfast for year 12 students and their parents in the college hall
in recognition of the end of 13 years of schooling . A celebration day
has been planned for the previous morning.
We wish all our VCE students well during this important and often
demanding time.
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STATE ATHLETICS
Many of our students will be competing in the State championships
next week at Olympic Park, following some outstanding individual
and team performances at Eastern zone. Particularly impressive
was the 5 relay teams that made it through following hot competition
at Knox on Friday. The sports pages of the newsletter contain
more details.
JUNIOR PRODUCTION
Once band tour wraps up next week, a new show is out of the box.
Our junior production is Buggsy Malone. Auditions are soon, with
performances scheduled from the 16th to the 19th December.
COLLEGE PRESENTATION NIGHT 2011
This is to be held on the evening of Tuesday December 20th. Note
the date in your diary now and invitations will be mailed home in
late November and early December.
Michael Phillips
Principal
From Mrs Ward ...
INTERESTED IN HOMESTAY FOR FEE PAYING INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
We seek expressions of interest for families wishing to “homestay”
a young student from Asia.
Criteria is primarily the provision of a good home, company and
opportunity to practise English skills
New students will arrive next year and we require an Aussie home
A.S.A.P
Payment is $230 per week – to include all facilities eg study area,
internet access etc
Please contact Mrs. J Ward at the college
“THAI “ (MONTFORT COLLEGE) VISIT
A warm thank you to families,
Smith, Lees, Heskett, Quinn,
Vasey, Kimpton, Langenberg,
Akaruru, Ward and Maloney for
their hospitality to our students
from our sister school. The fantastic
welcome BBQ at Chris
Heskett’s certainly cemented
this group and the teacher, Ms
Anosora has helped a great
deal. Activities have been diverse
and laughter quite noisy
as English skills are practised
and the Aussie diet is savoured.
Trips to the Dandenongs, Phillip
Island, Eureka Tower, the
DEBUTANTE BALL – 2012
Expressions of interest from current Year 11’s were called for on
Wed 19th October at 1.15pm in Room 107 and there will be a parent
meeting on Wednesday 9th November at 7pm in the library. It
is required that one parent per debutante set attend this meeting
to guarantee a clear understanding of the commitments.
Parent Co-ordinators for 2012 are Cathy Bayliss and Debbie Dare
(P.C.T.A)
COLLEGE MAGAZINE 2011
Families are reminded that this magazine is only allocated to those
who have paid for it. It is not too late to do so and have your record
of the year’s events.
SECOND-HAND SALE – DECEMBER
VCE students are especially reminded of the opportunity to sell
texts and uniform at the end of year sale.
Notices will be available for collection from the general office in
November. Please note the requirements of selling items and the
collection of unsold goods. Queuing for the sale on 14th December
is a personal choice. Instructions will be in the next newsletter.
TWILIGHT MARKET – MARCH 23RD 2012
Are you interested in promoting goods, crafts etc? Please read the
flyer and contact the college. The Ladies Auxiliary hopes this will be
a community fun affair.
YEAR 12 EXAMINATIONS FAST APPROACH
Good luck to all – may you achieve your goals. Be prepared and do
your best.
NB Breakfast and Luna Park – Wednesday 26th October
Valedictory – Thursday 1st December
It is opportune to thank the Year 12 Community Heads – Ms Kate
Stevens-McLaren, Mr Jason Tan and Head of Senior School – Mr
James Barut, for a smooth and supportive year. To Mrs Allison also
for the great effort in promoting information and choices in the
various domains, students are indebted.
To all the Year 12 staff a special note of gratitude for putting up
with late work, UPN’s and endless questions.
Mrs J. Ward
Assistant Principal
From Mrs Hughes ...
SEMESTER 2 REPORTS
Although we have just commenced Term 4, end of year exams and
common tests will approach soon. This is a timely reminder that
all students should revise their semester’s work and preparing for
this test period. In particular, students need to ensure they keep
up-to-date with classwork, homework and major assessment tasks;
and ensure that work is submitted on time for correction. Students
should be writing relevant details in their school diaries to assist
them in managing their time effectively. A regular pattern for study
and revision at home is essential to enable adequate preparation.
Victoria Market, Sorrento Ferry
and Queenscliffe delighted all.
To the staff who have helped
in supporting activities the college
is appreciative and values
the time given.
UNIFORM
We are pleased that the vast majority of our students wear their
uniform correctly and with pride. Over the next few weeks we will
be having a blitz on uniform and there will be lunchtime detentions
for those students who choose to wear incorrect items, thus lowering
the tone of the school.
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Please note that facial piercings are not allowed at any time - this
includes the time to establish a new piercing. See the dress code
which is included in the student diary.
Mrs J. Hughes
Assistant Principal
From Mr Salisbury ...
• Our new Canteen shelter,‘The Hub’ is now complete and looks
sensational. Many thanks to the Facilities Committee who oversaw
the planning process, the PCTA for organising the walkathon and
of course students and families for raising approximately $10000
to go towards the project. It was a genuine community effort and
the eye-catching building will be a defining feature of the college
for many years to come. Our next stage is to build outdoor furniture
and hopefully replace the concrete surface throughout the area.
Enjoy the photos at the end of the newsletter.
• Year 8 Sustainability project- Knox Traders:
Many thanks to the Knox Traders for
speaking to our Year 8 students on Sustainability
and donating a beautiful ornamental
pear tree.
• Whole School assembly- On Friday 14, a
whole school assembly was held to welcome
students to the start of term 4, say goodbye
and thank-you to the Year 12 students and
to outline the importance of the next few weeks. All students will
be undertaking exams at some stage this term and we cannot stress
enough the importance of keeping up and preparing thoroughly
for assessment tasks. At the end of the day, all students should be
striving to do their best and fulfil their academic potential.
• Occupational Health and Safety- making our school a safe
place! Late term 3 the college received an OH & S audit to review
our progress in implementing the department’s O H & S Management
system. Overall we were pleased with the report, although
there are several areas requiring attention. In addition, we have
completed an amended Emergency Management Plan.
• Walkathon Prizes-These are currently being distributed to students
who raised large amounts
of money for this year’s walkathon.
Close on 200 students
raised in excess of $20 and we
were thrilled with the total of
$10000 for ‘The Hub’. Well done
to Jasmine Keats, Connor Scully
and Jordan Stainton who each
raised over $150.
And in the near future:
-fencing the East side of the school
-improving the surface of the soccer field
• Performance and Development: During week 4 of this term, all
staff will be involved in their final Performance and Development
meeting of 2011. Staff report on their progress and achievement of
yearly goals, established earlier in the year. I am constantly amazed
at the number of conversations around the school that are focussed
on improving the quality of our teaching and learning and extracurricular
programs. It all bodes well for the future!
Mr C. Salisbury
Assistant Principal
Chaplain Spot
So we are already being taunted by the “C” word - “Christmas”. For
some this creates a sense of excitement, for others a sense of dread.
I watched the movie “Click” on saturday,
starring Adam Sandler. It is basically
about a guy who is a workaholic trying
to make lots of money thinking it is best
for him and his family. He comes across a
universal remote that allows him to fastforward
and rewind different parts of his
life. As he fast forwards the mundane, everyday and unpleasant
moments he is shocked to discover what his life will amount to. He
ends up estranged from his family missing all their important moments
and dying alone from cancer and heart disease. Worse than
that he sees his son following his footsteps.
Often when I watch this movie and I contemplate the importance
of the things I say and the decisions I make about work commitments
and how that effects the everyday occurrences of life. I don’t
want to get to the end of my life not knowing my kids and wife
because I was too busy doing other things!! So instead of dreading
Christmas this year look at the opportunity that time is to make
positive memories that can stay with you and each of your family
members for a lifetime.
Adam Bryant
School Chaplain
Subject Reports
Performing Arts
COSI
RSC’s first ever Middle School Play is now finished and was a big
success.
• Working Bee- Friday 11 Nov, 5.00pm – 7.30pm. Parents of forms
7G, 7H, 7I, 8G, 8H, 8I, 9G, 9H, 9I, 10G, 10H, 10I, 11G, 11H, 11I- You are
needed! This is your one and only designated working bee for 2011
and we would love to have your participation for whatever time
you can afford. Even popping in for an hour would be gratefully
appreciated. We hope to beautify several garden beds.
• Recent improvements to college grounds- Over recent weeks
we have seen several improvements to the college. These include:
-Completing the Canteen shelter area to be known as The Hub
-New kitchen cabinets in Student Services
-New cabinets in room 400
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The show was ‘Cosi’, a comedy about a young director who gets a
gig, directing a bunch of mental patients, in Mozart’s 3-hour epic
opera, ‘Cosi Fan Tutte’. Full of crazies, love and burning cats, ‘Cosi’ is a
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I would like to congratulate and thank the entire cast on their amazing
effort and hard work. Doing a full-length play, such as ‘Cosi’ with
its strong themes and demands of comic timing is by no means and
easy feat. Over two big nights, the cast wowed the audience, keeping
them entertained and providing them with plenty of laughs.
I would also like to thank all of the staff and students who helped
out with the creation of ‘Cosi’ and to the amazing tech crew who
brought the show to life.
Thank you also to all of the staff, parents and family for attending,
your support was very much appreciated by the students.
One simple question (Does Ringwood ever put on any straight, non
musical productions?) has led to this. The support and encouragement
this project has received from the school has been unbelievable.
Everyone truly had great fun working on this and when we come
back next year, we hope to make it bigger and better than before,
turning this into an annual event in RSC’s already jam packed performing
arts program.
Michael Kent
JUNIOR PRODUCTION - ‘BUGSY MALONE’
This year’s Junior Production is Bugsy Malone. It will be performed
from December 16 through to December 19 and students from
Years 7 and 8 are initially invited to become involved. (Opportunities
for Year 9 students MAY arise following this.)
We saw Proboscis Monkeys, Silver Leafed Monkeys, Wild Boar, Pit Vipers,
Hermit Crabs, Macaques and all of their babies. We had several
encounters with these animals, including a hungry Macaque who
took off with a bag of chips.
The hikes through Bako were tough and hot but well worth it. There
were lots of plants and animals to see on the trails and the beaches
at the end were welcoming with warm water and lots of rocks to
explore.
We visited Semengoh Rehabilitation Centre and saw the Orangutans
and the babies in the trees. We arrived at feeding time to find
two mothers and their babies swinging through the trees towards
the feeding platforms. There were also a couple of younger orangutans
feeding and impressing us with their acrobatic skills through
the trees.
At the Sarawak Cultural Village, we saw how different tribes in
Sarawak live and some customs that they follow. The villages has
examples of the various types of housing that the Iban (Headhunters),
Orang Ulu, Bidayah, and Penan tribes live in. We saw a show of
cultural dancing and all joined in on stage at the end.
One night we stayed at Permai Rainforest Resort. In the morning,
we woke to find out that a snake had bitten Mr Porter when he was
out on his morning run. We drove back to Kuching while Mr Porter
had been taken earlier to the public hospital to be treated. Everything
was okay as the large python was non-venomous.
Auditions for the show will take place on Wednesday 2 and Thursday
3 November. Students will attend one of these sessions between
3.30 and 5.30pm. There is no need to prepare anything in advance
– all audition material will be learned at this session. Details of the
time commitment required will also be available at the audition.
Please note that the Junior Production operates on a very short and
intensive rehearsal period and requires students to commit fully to
the rehearsal and performance schedule.
We encourage any interested students to attend an audition and
become involved in this valuable experience. Students can register
for an audition by either emailing Mr Moody at bmoody@ringwoodsc.vic.edu.au
or signing up at the PAC Office. Please indicate if
you have a particular preference for either Wednesday or Thursday.
Borneo Trip 2011
By Courtney Smyth 9H
Ben Moody
Director of Performing Arts
Eight students and two teachers. Twelve days together in another
country. After a safe arrival in Kuching, via Kuala Lumpur, we were
all transported to the hotel to sleep before our first day.
In Kuching, we visited museums and cultural centres to learn about
living conditions, environment, history and the way of life for the
Malays and the different indigenous tribes. New and interesting
foods were tasted and much enjoyed. Everybody loved seeing the
locals in their community and the locals loved us too. They took
photos and waved at us as we walked past. We were lucky to join
in a game of soccer with them. Our Aussie boys lost with a score
of 6-4. Well played! The city of Kuching is decorative and colourful
with much to do, see and buy. Everybody loved our shopping opportunities
and made sure to grab some stuff to take home.
Our two night stay at Bako National Park was incredible. We were
so lucky to witness and experience the flora and fauna up so close.
We continued on, without Mr Porter and drove six hours plus a one
hour long-boat ride to the Iban Longhouse. We met the Chief and
joined in some dancing. The longhouse was more than fifty meters
long and was raised up off the ground with stilts. 308 people lived
there together.
After we had Mr Porter back with us, we visited the Matang Wildlife
Centre. It was phenomenal. We got up quite close to the animals
there and had the opportunity to make some enrichment toys for
the orangutans. The animals there were endangered and had been
victims of things that humans had done. Deforestation was a major
concern. We could see evidence of this wherever we drove as we
passed the hundreds of palm oil plantations.
Our last morning was an early one as we drove to Kuching airport
at five in the morning. We spent the day in Kuala Lumpur, visiting
the Batu Caves, Petronas Towers and shopping at the markets. We
arrived at the airport again and boarded our eight-hour flight for
Melbourne.
Over the week and a half that we were away, everybody grew so
close and formed new friendships. Everybody gained and learned
so much from the trip and we are all so glad that we had this
chance.
The Sports Pages
DIVISION ATHLETICS
The Maroondah Division Athletics were held late in Term 3 at Proclamation
Park. Ringwood’s athletes put on a stunning performance
and secured our seventh consecutive Division Athletics Championship.
A whopping 18 records were broken by our athletes on the
day and they fell to: Amy Benifer (5), David Thomson (3), Andrew
Bialecki (2), Bianca Hansen (2), Nathan Percy (2), Luke Percy (1),
Maddy Tucker (1), Courtney Yates (1) and Cameron Shield (1). Once
again the students proved themselves a force to be reckoned with
in the relays, taking out 10 of the 12 races. By the conclusion of the
day the team had amassed an incredible 706 point lead over sec-
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ond placed Heathmont along with winning all 6 division categories
(Junior boys/girls, Intermediate boys/girls and Senior boys/girls).
Yet another great day on the track and all competitors should be
very proud of their efforts.
Intermediate Table Tennis
Year 7 Girls Volleyball
Year 8 Boys Tennis
Year 7 Girls Tennis
2nd November
3rd November
4th November
7th November
Multiple winners for the day were: Amy Benifer, David Thomson,
Ashleigh Shield (5 first places), Bianca Hansen, Courtney Yates, Emily
Taylor (4 first places), Andrew Bialecki , Cameron Shield, Madeline
Lees, Liam Oakey, Eden Manuel-Farmer, Luke Percy (3 first places),
Veida Somerville, Ted Batchelor, Sally Blain, Madelyn Tucker, Nathan
Percy, James Sanchez-Legg, Jason Bialecki, Adam Percy and Georgia
Copeland (2 first places)
Winners of one event were: Ethan Roden, Ben Grechko, Jake
Brudenell, Lachlan Dalli, Megan Williams, Brooke Williams, Isabella
Malander, Dalia Ali, Emily White, Abby Couper, Ryan Challis, Blake
Van Leeuwen, Matthew Leigh, Annesa Ryan, Hayley McIntyre, Jesse
Thi Hlum, Sophie Day, Khy Blizzard, Justin Reimers-Smith, Sam Wadley
and James Symes
The following students were members of the 10 winning relay
teams:
13 Boys: Michael Owen, Joshua Mancusi-Thomas, Jesse Thi Hlum,
Khy Blizzard
15 Boys: Blake Van Leeuwen, Athiei Mabior, Matthew Burleigh, Josh
Edwards
16 Boys: Matthew Leigh, David Thomson, Joshua Hall, Jason Bialecki
17 Boys: Liam Oakey, Henry Lees, Brendan Tait, Ben Grechko
20 Boys: Sam Wadley, James Symes, Daniel Collier, Jayden Shambrook
13 Girls: Emily White, Georgia Copeland, Hayley McIntyre, Molly
D’Arcy
14 Girls: Amy Benifer, Abby Couper, Eden Manuel-Farmer, Madeline
Wright
16 Girls: Sarah Battersby, Madeline Lees, Jessica Karaoglanis, Janine
Palmer
17 Girls: Courtney Yates, Nicole Benifer, Verity Boyd, Zoe Couper
20 Girls: Ashleigh Shield, Samantha Key, Sophie Day, Emily Taylor
Seven of our athletes were also crowned age group champions:
Bianca Hansen (U13G), Amy Benifer (U14G), Andrew Bialecki (U14B),
Cameron Shield (U15B), David Thomson (U16B), Liam Oakey (U17B)
and Ashleigh Shield (U20G)
A final thanks to all the staff members who helped throughout the
day, along with the parents for assisting and for supporting the
kids, and also to the athletes who competed in events above their
age group or were last minute fill ins for events. A big thank you to
Mr Hughes and Mr Scott who assisted with training in the lead up
to competition day.
Good luck to all teams, hopefully some teams can progress through
to Conference and State finals.
AEROBICS NATIONALS
In the holidays, 6 students represented
Ringwood in the ‘National
AEROSchool Aerobics
Competition’.
Simone Lay, Isabella King and
Hayley Wallis competed in Level
1 Trio division. They performed
well but did not place in the
top 6 in their division. The girls
did a
fantastic job.
First Aid
SLEEP…..
Kyle Simkin
Sports Coordinator
Madison Slade, Megan Gills and Jane
Chivers performed an excellent routine
in the Level 2 Trio section and came 3rd
in their division.
Well done girls on outstanding results.
Top Work!
Elise Chasemore
Sports Coordinato
As the Year 12 approach the exams you will be given many tips for
your exams but a very IMPORTANT tip is ‘keep your regular sleep
routine’. This is because sleep is VITAL to your well being.
Not getting enough sleep can:
• Limit your ability to learn, listen, concentrate and solve problems.
• Make you more prone to pimples.
• Lead to aggressive or inappropriate behaviour such as yelling at
your friends or being impatient with your teachers or family members.
• Cause you to eat too much or eat unhealthy foods like sweets and
fried foods that lead to weight gain.
• Contribute to illness.
REGION FINALS
After winning Division round robins earlier in the year we have 9
teams this term competing in Region finals. These teams are:
Intermediate Boys Hockey
18th October
Intermediate Boys Basketball A 21st October
Intermediate Girls Hockey
24th October
Year 8 Table Tennis
26th October
Year 8 Girls Basketball B
28th October
Solutions:
• Make sleeping a priority – establish a routine, set a bedtime and
a wake-up time and stick to those times. Decide what you need to
change to get enough sleep for you to remain healthy.
• Make your room your haven, keep it dark and cool and free of
distractions.
• Naps can help but if they are too close to bedtime they can interfere
with your normal sleep.
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• Try and have quiet time before going to bed – no computer, TV,
phone etc and you will go to sleep much more quickly.
• Set a routine that you follow each night.
• 20 – 30 minutes physical exercise in the late afternoon.
• Avoid caffeine too close to bedtime so no tea, coffee, coke etc.
Studies have shown that most teens require 8 ½ - 9 hours sleep a
night to perform at their best, by following some of the above suggestions
this may be possible.
This information is not only important for our Year 12 students but
for all of us – the bottom line – we all perform better with a good
night’s sleep!
Shirley McInnes and Nancy Davies
RSC Christmas Cake Competition
This year RSC is holding its first Christmas Cake competition. It will
be open to all students and staff, so get into the spirit of Christmas
and show us your creative and culinary skills! Full details can
be found at:
http://christmascakecompetition.global2.vic.edu.au/
FoneRaiser
HOW IT WILL HELP RINGWOOD SC?
While helping the environment, you will also be helping Ringwood
SC. For each mobile phone, working and non-working, Fone Raiser
will offer $5 per phone. All money raised from this program will go
towards further development of Environmental Programs at Ringwood
SC, helping us to maintain our commitment to a sustainable
future.
WHAT DOES FONE RAISER DO WITH MY PHONE?
Your mobile phone will be refurbished and distributed to developing
counties, where they will play a major part in people’s lives
and increase their living standards. If your phone has seen brighter
days, and is beyond economic repair, it will be broken down and the
parts will be recycled for the making of new products. FoneRaiser
uses certified recycling programs, ensuring the most environmentally
conscious methods of electronic waste disposal are possible.
WHAT IF MY MOBILE PHONE IS NOT WORKING OR DAMAGED?
We accept all complete mobiles, even if the phone does not power
up, or has a damaged screen.
WHAT DO I NEED TO INCLUDE WITH MY MOBILE PHONE?
Only your phone and Battery is needed, but we’ll gladly accept your
accessories for proper recycling.
For further information please visit: http://www.foneraiser.com.au/
MOBILE PHONE COLLECTION – FONE RAISER
Did you know there are 20 million old mobile phones sitting in
draws? Most Australian households today have between 3 and 5
used mobile phones sitting in drawers or toy boxes. All are waiting
to be recycled. If they go into landfills, the phones and their batteries
introduce toxic substances into our environment.
WHAT CAN WE DO?
Ringwood Secondary College in conjunction with Fone Raiser, an
Australian company, hope to collect as many of your old mobile
phones as possible, to stop them ending up in landfills, and to make
use of the technology.
Simply bring in your used mobile phones to the General Office and
place them in a satchel bag (located at the desk), and drop the bag
into the Fone Raiser cardboard collection box at the Office.
IMPORTANT: What about privacy and my personal information on
the phone?
Your privacy and security is very important to Fone Raiser. There
are a couple of simple tasks you should complete before sending
in your phone.
Please visit the following website to find instructions on how to reset
factory settings on your phone: http://www.foneraiser.com.au/
data-delete-tool
Please also make sure your SIM card or memory card is removed.
Fone Raiser will quickly destroy any SIM cards if included.
Canteen News
NEW CANTEEN MENU TERM 4 NOW AVAILABLE
Please find attached to this newsletter an updated Term 4 menu.
The Canteen Girls
Welfare
WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH OR EMOTIONAL HEALTH?
Mental or emotional health refers to your overall psychological
well-being. It includes the way you feel about yourself, the quality
of your relationships, and your ability to manage your feelings and
deal with difficulties.
Good mental health isn’t just the absence of mental health problems.
Being mentally or emotionally healthy is much more than being
free of depression, anxiety, or other psychological issues. Rather
than the absence of mental illness, mental and emotional health refers
to the presence of positive characteristics. Similarly, not feeling
bad is not the same as feeling good. While some people may not
have negative feelings, they still need to do things that make them
feel positive in order to achieve mental and emotional health.
PEOPLE WHO ARE MENTALLY AND EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY
HAVE:
A sense of contentment.
A zest for living and the ability to laugh and have fun.
The ability to deal with stress and bounce back from adversity.
A sense of meaning and purpose, in both their activities and their
relationships.
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The flexibility to learn new things and adapt to change.
A balance between work and play, rest and activity, etc.
The ability to build and maintain fulfilling relationships.
Self-confidence and high self-esteem.
These positive characteristics of mental and emotional health allow
you to participate in life to the fullest extent possible through
productive, meaningful activities and strong relationships. These
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/mental_emotional_health.htm
Sharlene Agnew
Student Wellbeing Coordinator
Music Association
Congratulations to the winners of the Chocolate Drive Draw!
Thanks once again for supporting the Music Program and participating
in the 2011 Chocolate Drive.
1st prize – 2012 Music Levy x 1 – Megan Brooks 8I
2nd prize - $75 Coles/Myer Voucher – Laura Frith 7A
3rd prize – $30 Hoyts gift voucher – Rhys Mills 7I
Karen Carden
Music Association Secretary
OUR ‘HUB’ TAKES SHAPE
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Maroondah Education Coalition
TERM 4 ACTIVITIES
Unit 3 & 4 Exam Revision Sessions:
Exam revision classes for coalition students continued during Weeks 1 and 2. Thank you to staff and parents who
continued to encourage all VCE students studying a Unit 3/4 subject to attend the sessions relevant to their areas of
study. Feedback from students to date has been very positive.
MEC Dance Out Event:
Colette Maclaren (Croydon SC), Kate
Stanley (Ringwood SC), Erin
Osbourne (Parkwood SC) and Jodie
Piper (Maroondah SC) have organised
a new and exciting opportunity for our
coalition students to improve and
showcase their dance skills. This event
will be a fantastic start to future MEC
activities for students who have an
interest in the performing.
Students are able to access the
workshops, even though they are not
participating in the night performance
and teachers have engaged talented
performers to conduct these student
sessions.
The Dance Out team would be very
appreciative of any assistance on the
day. If students or parents would like
to support the event in this way please
email mecdanceout@gmail.com and
leave your details.
If any local businesses would like to
donate a voucher or prize for student
awards, your generosity will be
gratefully received. We will also be
happy to display your sponsorship on
the night.
Thank you also to Colin McLaren for
his assistance with the theatre hire.
Come in for the experience of a lifetime! To learn
with professionals for a ‘Dance Out’ experience!
Dance Out
Maroondah Secondary College Theatre
22nd of October
Three workshops from 2pm - 5:30pm ($5 per workshop)
Showcase Performance at 7pm ($5 ticket
Learn Jazz, Hip Hop and a routine from the
Musical Hit Hairspray!
And then perform on stage!
REGISTER by emailing:
mecdanceout@gmail.com
Lyn McGoldrick - MEC Lead Learner
MEC Dance Out Flyer created by
Taylor Van Der Wal, Parkwood SC
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Community Announcements
The Department of Education and Ringwood Secondary College do not
endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility
is accepted by the Department of Education and Ringwood Secondary
College for the accuracy of information contained in advertisements or
claims made by them.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
NORWOOD
Junior Football
Club NEEDS YOU!!
Registration Day
Season 2012
Teams in Under 9 – Under 17
Sunday, November 13, 2011
11.00 am – 1.00 pm
Norwood Clubrooms - Mullum Reserve
Mullum-Mullum Road, North Ringwood
Heathmont/East Ringwood area. Specialising in
minor carpentry & repairs, small cabinetry jobs
(design/cutting/assembly) and assembly of flat
pack items (ie IKEA).
Contact Rohan of R Gartner Property Services on
0411 026 099
Free Sausage Sizzle
Merchandise available
(Eftpos / Cheque / Credit & Cash payments accepted)
For further queries, visit our website -
www.norwood.sportingpulse.net
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Croydon Ranges Cricket Club – ‘Play Cricket’ Program 2011-2012
Croydon Ranges CC in partnership with Special Olympics Victoria, Cricket Victoria
and Eastern Recreation & Leisure Services are providing cricket opportunities for
teenagers (13+) & adults with an intellectual disability.
During last cricket season we developed a cricket program that has regular skills
training and competition.
For this coming season 2011-2012 there will be regular training at
5pm on Tuesday evenings commencing 11 th October 2011 at
Croydon Ranges Cricket Club,
Silcock Reserve, William Road, Croydon (mel ref 51 A1)
The 1 st competition day is scheduled for 13 th November at Moorabbin CC
(more details to follow)
SO, SPREAD THE WORD & COME AND PLAY
CRICKET!!!
For further information contact anyone of the following:
Bill Stafford – Croydon Ranges Cricket Club – 0400 442 050; E billstafford1@bigpond.com
Kevin O’Byrne – Special Olympics Victoria – (03) 9877 2769; E kevino@specialolympics.com.au
Olivia Nam – Eastern Recreation & Leisure Services – (03 9720 5944; E aaa3@erls.net
SILK BRIDAL STUDIOS
(formally Carollyn designs of Lilydale)
NOW OPEN RINGWOOD
(opposite station)
Deb. Gown clearance
*beautiful new gowns & formal dresses
drastically reduced!
* Ex. Hire gowns from $100 until sold out.
Ph: 8822 3825
163 Maroondah Hwy
Is your son or daughter in year 11 or 12 and looking
to join the workforce as soon as possible? Are you
worried about their future?
School-based traineeships are a great way to keep
your child at school whilst at the same time giving
them the necessary skills to enter the workforce as
soon as possible. A school-based apprenticeship
involves teaching children practical skills at school,
giving them the opportunity to work a few days a
week in a real work environment and be paid for their
time.
Smart Connection Training is a Nationally Accredited
Registered Training Organisation (RTO) who
specialises in providing school-based traineeships in
the sport, recreation, fitness and business industries
for year 11 and 12 students. School-based traineeships
are a Government initiative and come at no cost to
parents.
We specialise in the following school-based courses:
- Cert III in Fitness
- Cert III in Sport and Recreation
- Cert III in Community Recreation
- Cert III in Business
Please contact your VCAL Coordinator or Career
Teacher for more information. Alternatively, you can
contact Peter Evans on 03 8696 7500 or email info@
smartconnection.com.au if you have any questions
about the program and how it works.
Ringwood,3134
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