Year Adviser News
Year 7 Year Adviser
Maati El Hafiane
Term 2 has been an extremely busy and entertaining term for all Year 7 students and their teachers. Year 7 students have had the opportunity to participate in a number of events such as Peer Support, Boys and Girls Group, Athletics Carnival and Zone Carnivals. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in MADDFEST in Week 10, whether it be singing, dancing or viewing.
Ms Espejel and I have been extremely proud of the student’s behaviour and participation in whole school events. We look forward to continuing to see the students grow and achieve the many goals they have set for themselves.
Hear from a year 7 student... “Transitioning to high school was interesting but unexpectedly intriguing. On the first day of school, I remember entering through the school gates being extremely nervous but knew how determined I was about wanting to start on a good note.
My first memorable moment at Evans was when I was chosen to introduce myself to the class. The teacher handed out profile sheets that we had to fill in about ourselves. I vividly remember being nominated to present and when I did, I felt so confident and happy to be out of my shell.
I really enjoy History and Music. This place is really spacious and big. I love socialising with others, meeting new people and learning new things. I also love the multicultural environment this school has, the big events I perform in and the diversity between both teachers and students.
I have faith in my coming years because I’m already enjoying my time here. “ - Natania Orake – 7H |
Year 9 Assistant Year Adviser
Mimi Lam
What a busy term it has been for Year 9! I just want to congratulate Year 9 students on completing their NAPLAN tests. This year is the first year that NAPLAN has gone online and it is great to see how receptive Year 9 students were to this change. Not long after the NAPLAN, students completed their Half-Yearly Examinations, students have received feedback from their teachers and I encourage students to apply the feedback and make the necessary changes to their studies to fill the gaps in their learning and improve their marks for Semester Two.
Moving away from the formal testing, students can be seen in their classes applying their practical skills and working on some amazing projects. The IST class is up and running and Mr Khan with Mr Rudd are preparing students to code with Lego Mindstorms. In Metalwork, students have made candelabras and toolboxes. They are now in the process of making a folding shovel! The Food Technology classes have been learning about the different types of food in Australia and have cooked some Australian recipes such as ANZAC biscuits, lamingtons and meat pies.
I am also so glad to see many Year 9 students performing on stage at MADDFest. It takes a lot of courage to perform in front of a large audience and these students are absolutely killing it!
Year 9 has had some new enrolments from other schools as well as the Evans IEC. It is amazing to see how students in Year 9 can be so welcoming to these students, which allows them to settle in comfortably.
I wish all students and their families a safe and relaxing break and that you all come back ready and refreshed for a fun filled Term 3!
Year 11 Year Adviser
Courtney Griffiths
Year 11 students submitted their design and order for their year 12 reversible jackets. Jackets should be made and delivered ready for the beginning of Term 4, marking the beginning of their Year 12 Course.
Year 11 Camp has been cancelled for this year and alternative programs covering the mandatory 'Life Ready Program' will be completed at school throughout Term 3.
A group of Year 11 students have undertaken work experience for their TAS subjects this term. This valuable experience allowed them to gain an insight into the career path they seek post school.
As we progress through the last term of the Year 11 course, students are advised to start their examination preparation for the Yearly Examinations which will take place in Week 8. Study techniques that could be utilised include group study using kahoot, study note making of key words and ideas or reading through class notes on a weekly basis. Regular revision is more effective and less stressful than leaving study to the last minute.
A reminder to students and parents that the senior uniform for Year 11 is black business style slacks and the white Evans High School shirt or white jumper. Alternatively, students can also wear the junior bottle green uniform items. Black leather shoes must be worn to both compliment the senior business attire and for health and safety in Science laboratorys, kitchens and TAS workshops. The uniform policy requires students to bring a note from home if they are unable to wear a school item with an explanation and give it to their roll call teacher. The roll call teacher will issue them with an out of uniform pass for that day. If there is an ongoing issue with uniform students or parents are urged to contact the year adviser or school for information regarding assistance.
Mobile phones are becoming an increasing concern for Year 11 students and parents are encouraged to reinforce the schools mobile phone policy, which ask students to leave them switched off and in their bags during timetabled lessons including roll call and assemblies. Alternatively students can leave their phones locked in a Deputy Principal’s office.
Year 11 students have come together and farewelled a classmate, Corey Vitnell, in a peaceful ceremony. Students were provided with support services and time to process their loss. Together as a school and cohort, students expressed their fondness memories of their dear friend and referred to him as “a funny and cheeky guy”. Corey, may you forever rest in peace.
