Year 7 News

Max Smith - Year 7 Year Level Leader

Year 7 Discovery Classes

In our discovery classes over Term 2 we have been learning and implementing Zones of Regulation.

We are completing Zones of Regulation to support all students to self-regulate. 

Self-regulation is the ability to understand and manage behaviour and reactions to feelings and things happening around people. Self-regulation helps to process strong emotions like frustration, excitement, anger and embarrassment or to calm down after something exciting or upsetting. This might be useful to help students focus at school, respond appropriately among friends,s and become more independent. 

 

Terms that the students are learning and implementing are:

Blue Zone: Is used to describe low levels of energy and down feelings, such as when a person feels sad, tired, sick, or bored.

Green Zone: Is used to describe when we feel calm and in control. A person may be described as happy, focused, content, or ready to learn when in the Green Zone. This is the Zone where optimal learning occurs. 

Yellow Zone: Is used to describe when energy is higher and emotions a little bigger; however, a person has more control when in the Yellow Zone. A person may be experiencing stress, frustration, anxiety, excitement, silliness, or nervousness when in the Yellow Zone.

Red Zone: Is used to describe extremely high energy and intense feelings. A person may be feeling elated, angry, enraged, devastated, out of control, or terrified when in the Red Zone.

As part of our Zones plans, we are teaching the students to understand which Zone they are in and strategies to support them to move through the Zones.

 

Celebrating Student Success

Year 7 students recognised and celebrated in our recent assembly for 100% Attendance:

  • Samira Dowlatshahi​
  • Sitayesh Haidery​
  • Jayden Ngo​
  • Sajada Qurbani​
  • Anthony Seffinga​
  • Chara Srun​
  • Shahram Muhammad Taqi​
  • Lachie Smith​
  • Jayden Millidonis​
  • Audrey Saplala​
  • Emmeline Lay​
  • Frederick O'Brien​
  • Izzy Batten​
  • Kyeisha Sullivan​
  • Yaseen Zeeshan​
  • Ollie O'Donoghue​
  • Ryan Phetsavanh​  
  • Taliyah Tourangi​

Students that received the Most Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) credits in Term 2

Japjot GREWAL​ 90​

Marcus OUT​ 86​

Lexie TIMMINS 80​

John Nathaniel UMALI​ 76​

Isabelle CHHIN​ 72​

Addisyn BROWN​ 72​

Mohammad SAMIM​ 69​

Louren REFORMA​ 69​

Allison CORNISH​ 69​

Lochlan SMITH 69​

Mehdia MUHAMMAD TAQI​ 69​

Elaina REEVES​ 68​

Choudhary ZAHID​ 68​

Isabelle LALOR-MCCONNACHY​ 67​

Steele HILLS​ 66​

Shahram MUHAMMAD TAQI​ 66​

Romina AMIN​ 65​

Taliah LONG​ 64​

Ansar YAWARI​ 64​

Humaun ALI​ 62​

Samira DOWLATSHAHI​ 62​

Jasmeet SINGH​ 62​

Above and Beyond Students

Year 7 teachers were asked to nominate students in their classes who have gone above and beyond in term 2. Listed below is the student, subject and reason for nomination:

Indy-Marie LummHumanities7AFor going above and beyond in their learning, effort and growth, this semester, this includes academic improvement, positive behaviour, leadership, resilience and a consistent commitment to doing their best.
Alex Hurst  Spanish7AConsistent participation in class and exceptional language use making connections between topics to further express ideas. 
Abbii Akkerman

Maths/

Numeracy

7ACongratulations on a fantastic semester in maths. You have consistently put in your best effort, and you always have a positive attitude. 
Connor Pryor-RemMusic7AConnor has a great attitude to all things music related, and his guitar playing has improved immensely as a result. 
Meleane Lauaki

Maths/

Numeracy

7AFor her positive attitude and cheery disposition.
Abbii Akkerman

Literacy/

Mac Lit

7AFor their optimism, persistence, growth and kindness. 
Gase (Dacey) Alu

Literacy/

Mac Lit

7APersistence Award: Dacey demonstrates unwavering dedication, persistence, and commitment to learning and a steadfast commitment to personal growth.
Alana HatchEnglish7AFor always asking for ways to extend and stretch.
Maxson PhamScience7BMaxson has come out of his shell in science, answering questions and collaborating with others
Sitayesh Haidery

Maths/

Numeracy

7BAmazing work ethic all term. Growth mindset - Striving to improve.
Sitayesh HaideryHumanities7BConsistently and thoughtfully contributes to discussions, a strong work ethic, and approaches all tasks with a positive, can-do attitude.
Maxson PhamSTEAM7BMaxson always tries his best in STEAM, on his own. Maxson has produced beautiful prototypes and presentation for the STEAM projects that we have covered so far.
Muhammad Yaseen ZeeshanHPE7BActive participation in both theory and practical work.
Sitayesh HaideryEnglish7BFor always asking for ways to extend and stretch
Lily Hair

Maths/

Numeracy

7CLily participates in every learning activity, completes all of her work, including homework and achieved excellent results in her skills growth and CATs so far.
James LongEnglish7CImproved attitude and higher participation levels in learning tasks
Emmeline LayScience7CEmmeline always puts full effort into her work in science and is an active participant during all experiments.
Gurkirat ManshaiaEnglish7DGurkirat consistently puts her very best effort into every learning task and shows a growth mindset by seeking teacher feedback for improvements. Additionally, she is an upstander and responsible member of the class, often encouraging her peers to participate or try their best. Well done, Gurkirat!
Siara CordwellHumanities7DConsistent engagement in the Learning Tasks and a growth mindset that is helping her to learn and grow.
Linnyetta Iona

Maths/

Numeracy

7DShe has shown determination and has demonstrated an exceptional growth in Term 2
Louren ReformaScience7DFor her consistent focus and effort in Science during Term 2 
Mehdia Mohammad TaqiDiscovery7DFor their active participation in all classroom activities
Mikayala Budd

Literacy/

Mac Lit

7EDetermination and persistence when it’s difficult, her positive attitude, use of the growth mindset and willingness to give it a go. Her confidence and therefore her progress has continued to grow over the semester, and she should be proud of her efforts.
Caitlyn Barber

Maths/

Numeracy

7EConsistently trying her best in Numeracy and asking for help from her teacher and peers when she needs it.
Rihanna EidHumanities7EConsistently contributes thoughtfully to discussions, demonstrates a strong work ethic, and approaches all tasks with a positive, can-do attitude.
Mikayla BuddScience7EShe has shown a big improvement in dedication and responsibility
Eleanor GomezMusic7EEleanor has taken to drums like a duck to water, and she's shared her talents by helping her classmates learn basic drumbeats.
Keneth Wanni Thantrige

Maths/

Numeracy

7EKeneth always finishes his Sparx homework on time and even submits extra XP boosters. He showed exceptional improvement on his post-test. He is consistently well-behaved and a good listener.
Nathan UmaliHumanities7F For outstanding work ethic and performance.
Jahbron PangaArt7FFor demonstrating excellent drawing skills, and taking on feedback to improve
Nathan UmaliEnglish7FHighly diligent and responsible learner
Japjot GrewalScience7FConstantly applying herself throughout the term.
Steele Hills

Maths/

Numeracy

7FConsistently seeks and attempts extension work to challenge himself and further his Maths understanding.
Corey Eastwood

Maths/

Numeracy

7GFor consistently putting in hard work in Maths and taking opportunities to extend himself. 
Amaya OreficeScience7GA positive attitude to her learning in science always, and a real eagerness to do well in the subject.
Kymani De ThierryHumanities7GFor always completing tasks on time and giving everything a go, as well as being an incredibly positive member of the class who always follows instructions. 
Brianna SpaullEnglish7GFor showing great improvement in behaviour and work ethic this term
Dyllan WheeldonDiscovery7GFor engaging actively in class discussions and providing insightful contributions
Brianna SpaullICT7GBrianna has shown exceptional growth in her behaviour and overall engagement. She has made a noticeable effort to follow instructions and contribute positively to the classroom environment. 
Dyllan WheeldonGerman7GFor always trying his very best in 'Deutsch' and also assisting his peers.