N L 11.indd - Ringwood Secondary College
N L 11.indd - Ringwood Secondary College N L 11.indd - Ringwood Secondary College
Newsletter Number 11 September 10, 2010 Quick Calendar Term 3 - 2010 Week 10 Monday 13 Sep Thursday16 Sep Friday 14 Sep Term 4 - 2010 Crazy Hair Day Gala Concert 7.30pm Early Dismissal 2.30pm From the Principal ... Week 1 Friday 8 Sep Eastern Zone Athletics - Knox The Next Meeting: PCTA Oct 15 Council Oct 21 Heritage Oct 11 Music Association Sep 13 Ladies Auxiliary Oct 12 Policy & Education Oct 13 The next Newsletter will be issued on October 15 DANCE MOVES Yesterday was a big day for over 80 of our students as they participated in VicMoves 2010. After arriving at the Comedy Theatre in the morning our group had a set time to rehearse on stage and program their lighting. They also participated in workshops throughout the day. In the evening program a 3 minute “making of” video was shown and our dancers took to the stage to perform a variety of dance movements in an 8 minute choreographed performance. A Circus theme was selected by our team. The program was developed by our students,, with the support of other teachers and in particular Ms Kate Stanley. All students developed aspects of their leadership potential and self-confidence during the process and were recognized at the end of the evening when they received the Beyond Blue Award which focused on teamwork and a willingness to listen and learn from others too. Congratulations to all involved in this undertaking. GALA CONCERT A highlight of the annual calendar is our Gala Concert to be held on Thursday September 16 at 7:30pm at the George Wood Centre, Yarra Valley Anglican School. Tickets are available for purchase at the door and I encourage you to attend this concert and farewell our Year 12 students. WALK FOR SOCCER FIELD REDEVELOPMENT Well done to Mr. Chris Salisbury who coordinated this fantastic community event that raised over $7,000. The spirit and teamwork created was immense, as was the support from so many families. Congratulations to 7C who raised the most and will enjoy a half day excursion. PSW – Shop Times 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 STUDENT BEHAVIOR ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT A reminder that the college has high expectations of all our students when travelling to or from school. This includes respecting others and their right to feel safe, when using public transport. There are clear rules surrounding the use of trains, buses and around stations and bus stops. Any student who is unable to behave appropriately can be dealt with by the authorities and will receive sanctions from the college. Thank you to all those students who bring great credit to themselves, their families and the college and are so positive when dealing with others. It is appreciated. Page 2
Newsletter Number 11 September 10, 2010 As this is the last newsletter for the term, I know that our Year 12 students are currently planning a range of approaches to revision in each of their studies. It is a timely reminder to all others of the importance of adequate preparation leading into final assessments that take place in term 4. Michael Phillips Principal From Mrs Ward ... LADIES AUXILIARY – TUESDAY 12 OCTOBER 7.30PM Second Hand Uniform and Card Extravaganza Uniform will be available in the 411 portable and the card display will be in the College library. Community members are most welcomed. MLA for Bayswater, attended the college as Principal for a Day. Council approved the College fees for 2010 with the Materials, equipment and service fee representing a 5.5% increase. There was discussion regarding the non payment of school fees and alternative measures for assisting families to make payments will be investigated for 2011. The college Attendance Policy was adopted following a recent review by the Policy and Education Committee. Council was pleased with the fundraising activities undertaken by our parent groups: PCTA, Ladies’ Auxiliary and Music Association. Money raised will provide additional equipment/resources for different areas within the school program, for example, money raised in the Walkathon will go towards the redevelopment of the soccer ground. VCE – LAST FEW WEEKS OF YEAR 12 All students are urged to avail themselves of the Revision class opportunities organized by the MEC. Timetables are available from the VCE office. At this stage of one’s final year, students need to reflect both organisation and need. The co-ordinators have given an inordinate amount of time chasing, cajoling, counselling and generally caring that all seek to achieve their personal best. Sometimes consideration for teachers is not forthcoming by students who can be engulfed in one’s own horizon. End of the year events are already planned and expectations conveyed. An extra event being planned by a Year 12 student has no association with the college and parents will realize this because no communication has emanated from the college. Year 11 students are bid a great farewell in travelling to Central Australia and Miss Solomon and her team are duly applauded Attendance in class for those remaining offers a great opportunity to clarify ones learning and seek teacher feedback. Council acknowledged the work of the Heritage group in recording, maintaining and storing artifacts of the past and asked that the group provide recommendations on how to support this task long term. An MEC (Maroondah Education Coalition) Report outlined the many activities that the college is currently participating in and Council recognised the diversity of these programs and the number of teachers and students involved. Council heard of developments with Facilities. The college has been entered in the Victorian Schools’ Garden Competition again this year and a visit from the judges is expected next week. A report on the oval redevelopment was very positive as it has withstood the wet winter and students have been able to continue using it. Fencing for the back of the oval is expected soon – construction has been delayed due to the inclement weather. LEADERSHIP – STUDENTS (VCE) Consideration re applying for a Prefect role in 2011 will be presented next term and all Year 11 students need to consider their aptitude, ideas and experiences. DEBUTANTE BALL - 2011 MARCH 19TH: THE GRAND, WANTIRNA Expressions of interest will be called for in late October and details presented re the March timeline, guidelines and commitments required. All families must note that this is an extracurricular event as a family’s commitment to college levies for key learning programmes takes precedence. We value parent support and the endorsement of this ethos augurs well for community responsibility. Mrs J. Ward Assistant Principal From Mrs Hughes ... SCHOOL COUNCIL REPORT At the meeting on 25 August, Council heard of recent activities that reaffirm the breadth of opportunity at the college. Strong student participation in Melbourne Bands Festival was commended, with students receiving feedback and recognition of participation. In the sporting field, Adam, Luke and Nathan Percy participated in the National Cross Country Championships - a great effort. Visitors to the school included Professor Yong Zhao from the University of Michigan and the EMR Leadership team who talked with students and staff about the use of technology in learning and the CHALLEN9E program; and Ms Heidi Victoria, Page 3 Lastly, as part of the Occupational Health and Safety Report, approximately $5,000 has been spent on footstops and guards to improve safety of plant machinery. Further, risk assessments for all processes are almost completed. Mrs J. Hughes Assistant Principal From Mr Salisbury ... YEAR 7 AND 8-WORLD CUP WALKATHON! Soccer field here we come. Congratulations to the students and families of years 7 and 8 on your wonderful efforts in raising $7000 for the annual college walkathon. It was a sensational achievement and all money raised will contribute to our soccer field redevelopment. A big thank-you thankful to staff, students from Years 9 to 12 for their out of uniform contribution and the PCTA who obtained sponsorship and prepared all the outstanding prizes for students. The walkathon, held on August 27, was bathed in beautiful sunshine, despite the
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Newsletter Number 11 September 10, 2010<br />
Quick Calendar<br />
Term 3 - 2010<br />
Week 10<br />
Monday 13 Sep<br />
Thursday16 Sep<br />
Friday 14 Sep<br />
Term 4 - 2010<br />
Crazy Hair Day<br />
Gala Concert 7.30pm<br />
Early Dismissal 2.30pm<br />
From the<br />
Principal ...<br />
Week 1<br />
Friday 8 Sep<br />
Eastern Zone Athletics - Knox<br />
The Next Meeting:<br />
PCTA Oct 15<br />
Council Oct 21<br />
Heritage Oct 11<br />
Music Association Sep 13<br />
Ladies Auxiliary Oct 12<br />
Policy & Education Oct 13<br />
The next Newsletter will be issued on October 15<br />
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DANCE MOVES<br />
Yesterday was a big day for over 80 of our students as they participated<br />
in VicMoves 2010. After arriving at the Comedy Theatre in the<br />
morning our group had a set time to rehearse on stage and program<br />
their lighting. They also participated in workshops throughout<br />
the day.<br />
In the evening program a 3 minute “making of” video was shown<br />
and our dancers took to the stage to perform a variety of dance<br />
movements in an 8 minute choreographed performance. A Circus<br />
theme was selected by our team.<br />
The program was developed by our students,, with the support of<br />
other teachers and in particular Ms Kate Stanley. All students developed<br />
aspects of their leadership potential and self-confidence<br />
during the process and were recognized at the end of the evening<br />
when they received the Beyond Blue Award which focused on<br />
teamwork and a willingness to listen and learn from others too.<br />
Congratulations to all involved in this undertaking.<br />
GALA CONCERT<br />
A highlight of the annual calendar is our Gala Concert to be held<br />
on Thursday September 16 at 7:30pm at the George Wood Centre,<br />
Yarra Valley Anglican School. Tickets are available for purchase at<br />
the door and I encourage you to attend this concert and farewell<br />
our Year 12 students.<br />
WALK FOR SOCCER FIELD REDEVELOPMENT<br />
Well done to Mr. Chris Salisbury who coordinated this fantastic<br />
community event that raised over $7,000. The spirit and teamwork<br />
created was immense, as was the support from so many families.<br />
Congratulations to 7C who raised the most and will enjoy a<br />
half day excursion.<br />
PSW – Shop Times<br />
<strong>Ringwood</strong> SC Uniforms will be available from the PSW East<br />
Store<br />
18-20 Railway Ave, <strong>Ringwood</strong> East 3135<br />
Ph: 9879 5500<br />
Email: ringwood@psw.com.au – Website www.psw.com.au<br />
Shop Hours:<br />
Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm<br />
Saturday – 9.00am – 5.00pm<br />
STUDENT BEHAVIOR ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT<br />
A reminder that the college has high expectations of all our students<br />
when travelling to or from school.<br />
This includes respecting others and their right to feel safe, when<br />
using public transport. There are clear rules surrounding the use of<br />
trains, buses and around stations and bus stops. Any student who is<br />
unable to behave appropriately can be dealt with by the authorities<br />
and will receive sanctions from the college.<br />
Thank you to all those students who bring great credit to themselves,<br />
their families and the college and are so positive when dealing<br />
with others. It is appreciated.<br />
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