Junior School Report

The start of Term 2 has seen the Junior School involved in many activities both inside and outside of the classroom.

Forums & Naplan

This month the Junior School has participated in Year 7 and 8 Student Forums. The students had an opportunity to discuss issues around the school and to express their opinions on various activities and opportunities available to them. They also discussed their learning. Coordinators were very impressed with the level of contribution and the openness of students to discuss issues. Students in Year 7 have also completed their Naplan testing.

Year 7 EXPO

This was a wonderful evening for parents and students held on Monday 1st may. Families listened to performances by the choir and were invited to a delicious BBQ outside Nindethana to have a chat and meet some teachers. They visited classes and the students performed for and taught their parents some of the skills they have learned so far. It was a fantastic turnout and the evening was great success.

Year 8 High Resolves

Year 8 students participated in the first level of High Resolves Leadership Program. This component discusses Collective Identity. They were enthusiastic in their involvement in discussions around The Global Community and Cultural Differences. Next term the students are involved in Social Justice. Our Year 10 SRC Reps helped to lead and guide the groups and it was also a good experience for them to develop their leadership skills.

The Hurting Game

On the 16th May, Year 7 and Year 8 will participate in “The Hurting Game” at school and view a performance about Bullying.  This production looks at the different types of bullying that students are exposed to and some strategies with which to deal with it if it occurs. Integrated studies teachers will be provided with support materials in order to follow up the issues that this production addresses. (There is no cost to parents for this.)

Camps

Year 7 camps are almost complete. All students are having a wonderful experience.  The students have returned with new skills and new friendships. Thanks to staff involved on these camps. This has been an invaluable experience for our students to build relationships and team skills and to experience being away from home. Students have learnt to make their breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as clean up after themselves. They have enjoyed the many activities such as swimming, night walks, visiting the waterfalls and the farm visit.

Absences

We require an attendance of 90% in order to pass subjects.

If your child is absent we require either a note signed by the parent or guardian explaining the reason for the absence. The note needs to include your child’s name, their class and the date of the absence. If your child has attended a doctor or dentist please ask for a medical certificate.

Uniform

With winter approaching please ensure your child has a jumper and or wet weather jacket. Only white or black scarves are permitted. Please don’t leave shoes outside overnight to get wet and your child’s name should be written on all articles of clothing.  Hoodies, canvas shoes and coloured        t-shirts are not permitted.