Year 9 Indonesian
Over Term 3, Year 9 Indonesian students are studying the topic of Binatang or animals. They are investigating the threats faced by animals in Indonesia and finding out what they can do to help. Students are raising awareness and money in a range of ways, from cake stalls, henna, calendars, hair braiding days and poster campaigns. As part of this investigation, we visited Melbourne Zoo to see what they are doing to help endangered animals. While we were there, students gathered footage to help them complete a major task in Indonesian.
Some comments on the day:
Catherine 9L - I liked the freedom and a different learning environment. I got lots of images to help with my next task in Indonesian. I learnt more about the impacts and how many of the products that I consume daily have palm oil in them.
Allanah 9F– I liked seeing all the animals (and I want to play with them all). With the seal show it showed that there are bins to put your fishing rubbish in to save the seals, fish and turtles
Jess 9L- The day was amazing! It was good to have freedom and walk around on our own, exploring that zoo. Chloe and I saw pretty much all of the animals. Our first stop was at the Indonesian section to look at that orangutans, elephants and tigers. All of these are endangered animals and to see them made me sad that they are almost extinct.
Lily 9L - There were some petitions to sign for palm oil updates on the deforestation and there were some banners around the zoo explaining how palm affects orang-utans.
Talisha 9I - I signed up to help prevent unsustainable palm oil by making it compulsory for companies to label their products if they contain palm oil. I also saw a palm oil scanner that taught me what had palm oil in it and what did not, or what had sustainably sourced palm oil.
Bailee 9I - I liked that all of our Indonesian students got to spend a day out in the outdoors and see all the animals! It was a nice relaxing day out. I saw many Indonesian signs and I enjoyed capturing the animals in different positions to create our photo story. It was so much fun, I loved the Zoo!!
Millie 9I - I enjoyed getting to see, learn and interact with some endangered or just special native animals. We were able to learn and understand things about the animals and ways to take action to help them survive.
CAROLINE HALL
Unit 4 Outdoor and Environmental Studies
As part of our investigation into the contemporary state of the Australian environment, the Unit 4 Outdoor and Environmental Studies students travelled to Mt Hotham for Week 4 of Term 3.
We considered the potential threats to this pristine Alpine environment, while exploring the mountain on skis. The students started as beginners and finished as accomplished skiers with a passion for the snow! An awesome time was had by all!
Our thanks go to Mr Paul Dangerfield, Ms Jo Toone and Mr Simon Collier for their support of our students whilst on camp. Our very special thanks go to Mr Jeremy Dyson for organising this fantastic opportunity for the students.
Year 7 Volleyball
Congratulations to our Year 7 Volleyball team that recently participated in the inter-school competition. It was a fantastic day during which the girls won several of their games, had lots of fun along the way and were great ambassadors for our school. Thanks for your great team spirit and special thanks to coach Darcy!
Senior Table Tennis Success!
Over the last few weeks our Senior Table Tennis team has had a flurry of success in becoming the Geelong Champions on Thursday 21st July, Western Metro Champions on Monday 25th July and finishing 3rd at State Finals on Tuesday 9th August.
Big congratulations to Sarah Collins, Chloe Murphy, Sonia Kacprzak and Indiah van Galen on such an amazing effort. All these girls are still eligible to compete next year, so with a bit of practice could take the next step to becoming state champions.
Mr Lehmann
VINNIES SLEEPOUT
2016 MFGSC Vinnies School Sleepout was a
great success
Pokémon Go
Since its release only a few weeks ago, Pokémon Go has become the most popular smartphone application in history. This augmented reality app allows users to go about their daily life, but in the company of Pokémon.
The basic aim of the game is to collect Pokémon characters, working towards ultimate battles in ‘gyms’, which are scattered around our towns and cities. In a nutshell, the aim of the game is to catch em all! Contrary to the game’s slogan, you don’t ‘gotta catch em all’ if it means putting yourself in a situation where you feel unsafe, both online and offline.
Why It’s fun
It is integrated into our real world. In the past, when we thought of gaming we pictured sitting on the couch for hours in front of a screen. Pokémon Go encourages both adults and children to explore their surroundings. ‘Pokestops’ are often found at well-known landmarks around town, some of historical and cultural significance. The Pokémon themselves can be found in a variety of locations.
Top Tips
- Depending on your child’s age, search for Pokémon with them, or ensure they have a friend with them at all times if you’re comfortable with them being outside without parental supervision.
- Make sure usernames don’t contain any identifying information. While there is no built-in chat feature, usernames will appear if you are in a ‘gym’. As you need to be physically near a gym to battle, its best those around you cannot identify you.
- Talk to your child about the importance of always looking at what is around them before they start hunting Pokémon. Pokémon Go requires you to watch your avatar walking on a screen through GPS tracking. This can sometimes cause children to focus all their attention to that little screen in their hands.
- Talk to your children about safe places to go while playing. Players can set off ‘lures’, which attracts not only Pokémon, but people too. This can cause large numbers of people to flock to locations around town to stand at the lure, which attracts Pokémon for 30 minutes. In these instances, it is important to be aware of who is around.
5. Be aware that apps may also have access to your personal information and other applications on your phone, including your location and camera.
6. There are in-app purchases, so don’t forget to chat to your children about the consequences of buying items through the app.
National Asthma Week
National Asthma Week 1-7 September:
The theme for National Asthma Week 2016 is Become a Better Breather. National Asthma Week coincides with the beginning of spring and as pollens are a known trigger for asthma, this is an excellent time to ensure your child’s asthma is well controlled. Sections of the Asthma Australia website that can help with asthma management include:
- Take the Asthma Control Test to see if you could make improvements to help your child become a better breather.
- Manage allergies often linked with asthma, including allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
- 90% of people with asthma use their medications incorrectly. Check your child’s technique to see if they are getting full benefit from their medication.
Regular review of your child’s asthma with your GP and pharmacist will help them to become a better breather.
Need help with your child’s asthma? Contact our Asthma Assist line on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) and talk to one of our friendly Asthma Health Professionals.
Asthma Management in Winter and Spring:
Asthma is one of the most common chronic childhood conditions, affecting 1 in every 10 children in Australia. Emergency admissions and hospitalisations peak during the winter for children with asthma and flare-ups are often more prevalent during the winter and spring. Good management however can help children with asthma and their carers get through this tricky time of year with more confidence.
Here are a few tips for parents and carers:
- make an annual appointment for an asthma review by your child’s doctor
- update your child’s Asthma Plan at the start of each year and provide a copy to the school
- talk to the teacher and other key staff about your child’s asthma – their usual triggers, symptoms and medication
- provide an in-date blue reliever puffer and spacer for use at school (clearly labelled with child’s name and date of birth)
- help your child understand the importance of taking their preventer medication every day, as prescribed
- ask their doctor about having a flu vaccination
- encourage hand washing and covering one’s mouth when coughing to help prevent the spread of germs
School sports and asthma:
Physical activity acts as a major trigger in up to 90% of people with asthma. Exercise Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB), commonly known as exercise induced asthma, is the temporary narrowing of the lower airways, occurring after vigorous exercise. People with poorly controlled asthma are at a higher risk of EIB due to the sensitive nature of their airways. This may result in episodes of coughing, wheezing, a feeling of chest tightness/discomfort or shortness of breath, often worsening 5-10 minutes after exercise.
To ensure your child can safely participate in sports and exercise at school, the first step is to make sure their asthma is well controlled. If your child is requiring their reliever medication more than twice a week, it is a good idea to see their GP for a review as this may indicate poorly controlled asthma. Also provide the school with an Asthma Plan from the doctor, particularly before a sport carnival or excursion. The plan will include any instructions for EIB (e.g. use of their asthma reliever prior to physical activity). You can help them check that they are using their asthma devices correctly by watching our videos on the Asthma Australia website.
For support with your child’s asthma please contact your local Asthma Foundation on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) to speak with one of our Helpline staff.
Asthma app:
The new Asthma Australia asthma app brings together a raft of resources in one convenient place to help you ensure your child’s asthma is managed as well as possible. Sections include information on medications, device technique videos and Asthma First Aid in an emergency. The app is free at the iTunes store (Android coming soon).
Young people with asthma
Asthma Australia has established a Facebook page, Young People with Asthma – Australia, to provide the latest information and research for these young people and their supporters. We recently commenced posting profiles to share young people’s stories and experiences. Refer to the page for details if you have a child who might want to share their asthma story. We are also setting up a Q&A function where an Asthma Educator will respond to young people’s questions through the page.
Vinnies Winter Sleepout
Sharks Basketball Club looking for GIRLS
Birthing kits - Save the date
Coding Club
France Trip 2017
Our planning for this exciting trip during the last week of Term 3 and the September school holidays next year is really starting to take shape.
After discussions with Clonard College, we have decided to combine forces! By doing this, we hope to increase the number of students wishing to participate, making the trip more viable and less costly!
We have decided to combine the best of both schools’ itineraries and this has resulted in a varied and fascinating program.
The trip will last for 18 days and will include 5 days in Paris (The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles Palace, Sacré Coeur and Montmartre, the Champs Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe, shopping and strolling through the beautiful streets). After our stay in the most visited city in the world, we will head for Mont St Michel, an island off the coast of Normandy with a mediaeval monastery that looks like it has come straight out of a fairytale. From there, we travel to a picturesque medieval walled city called Dinan and then on to Guingamp to spend a day with students and teachers from our informal sister school walking along the beach and having fun at a small theme park dedicated to the Gauls, the inhabitants of France before the invasion by the Romans. This low-key day was a highlight for students who participated in the trip in 2014.
We will then travel to the Loire Valley to visit Chenonceau, arguably the most beautiful château in France, and Clos Lucé, the grand home of the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci during the last four years of his life. And then we will head for Lyon, which many people prefer to Paris because it has all of Paris’ charm without the hectic pace. It is here that students will stay with a French family for
a week as they attend a local school, gaining many insights into family and school life in France.
On our return to Paris, we will stay overnight before heading to the airport for our return to Australia.
The cost for this trip will be approximately $6,500, which includes all expenses except for spending money.
The trip will be open to all students who will be in years 9-11 in 2017.
If you are interested in this amazing trip, please return the expression of interest form below to a French teacher before the end of Term 3. An information night will be held early Term 4 when you will receive more information and will be able to ask questions about all aspects of the trip.
Chilwell Athletics
That time of the year again, when I start advertising the upcoming track & field season.
Are you able to please advertise the following in the school's newsletter.
Could you please confirm receipt of this email.
Thanks
Regards Mary McDonald
ATHLETICS CHILWELL is currently welcoming new members to join the club, for the upcoming 2016-17 track and field season.
Competition is held on Saturday afternoons at Landy Field, commencing on Saturday 8 October, 2016. Athletes aged from Under 14 to Veterans are welcome to participate. Athletes of all standards are welcome. Why not give athletics a try!
Coaching is available in all disciplines eg sprints, middle/long distance running, hurdles, jumps and throws.
For further information, please contact Mary McDonald on 52293920 or email athletics.chilwell@gmail.com
