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Bulli High School Newsletter

June 2019

Upcoming Events

11th – 28th June Year 10 Work Experience

Tuesday 11th June

ThinkUKnow – Cybersafety Presentation @ 6.00pm in Staff Common Room

Wednesday 12th June

P & C Meeting @ 7.00pm

Friday 14th June Junior Debating

17th – 21st June

Year 11 Hospitality Work Experience

Tuesday 18th June Crepe Day

Year 12 Physics HSC Day

Thursday 20th June Year 9 - YAM Program

Captains to Parliament House

Tuesday 25th June Yr 10 into 11 Subject Selection Evening

Yr 11 Earth & Environmental - Depth Study Excursion

Thursday 27th June

Year 9 – YAM Program

1st – 5th July Year 10 Work Experience

Tuesday 2nd July Zone Athletics

Year 11 UOW Science Discovery Day

3rd – 16th July Duke of Edinburgh Gold Hike

Friday 5th July

Last day of Term 2

Tuesday 23rd July Students return for Term 3

Principal’s report We are committed to working closely with parents to support student learning.

SENTRAL The SMS student absence and lateness notification system to parents has been in operation for a number of weeks now and is proving highly effective. The vast number of parents receiving text notifications are responding almost immediately which ensures a student absence or lateness is justified promptly. I thank parents for engaging with this system so readily. We now have over 550 families signed up to Sentral. If you aren’t, please contact the school. It is worth remembering also that students learn best when they have a strong attendance pattern. It is understood that lateness to school can sometimes be unavoidable, however regular lateness is unacceptable as it disrupts lessons, teaching and student learning.

THE LEARNING CENTRE The Learning Centre is staffed fulltime providing extra support to students each and every period of the school day. The recent addition of new furniture has ensured it is a welcoming and inviting area. Parents are able to ring the school and speak with the Learning and Support Teacher (LaST) or other members of the Learning Support Team (LST) if you would like to discuss further support for your child.

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We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work and

pay our respect to Aboriginal elders past, present and future

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Bulli High School

Newsletter

June 2019

Uniform Shop Hours Tuesdays: 1.15pm – 3.30pm Thursdays: 1.15pm – 3.30pm

School Office Hours Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri: 8.30am – 3.30pm

Wednesday: 8.30am – 3.00pm Student Absences

If your child is absent from school, please notify the office by calling 4284 8266 extension 4 and following the prompts.

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PARENT/TEACHER EVENING

It was fantastic to see the turnout of parents at the recent Year 7 – 9 P/T

Evening despite the weather.

BHS P & C

Thank you to all who were able to attend the working bee last Sunday.

Garden beds were remulched and are looking great and refreshed. We

were waiting for the much needed rain and certainly got it.

STUDENT AMENITIES

We continue to further improve the students’ amenities and this week installed more seating for students in the main playground area. The students have welcomed the additional seating which looks different, allows them to sit together, and off the ground.

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P & C dates for 2019 (2nd Wednesday of the month)

Term 2: 12th June

Term 3: 14th August, 11th September

Term 4: 13th November, 11th December

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BHS P & C

A big thank you to the following businesses for supporting the Bulli HS P & C Trivia night organised for August 30 at the Thirroul Bowling Club. If you would like to book a table go to:

https:www.trybooking.com/BCDKB or try.booking.com and search for Bulli High

Prizes for Trivia: BAKERS DELIGHT 2 x $25 VOUCHER BLOOMS WOONONA GIFT BAG BLUE TONGUE PROPERTY SERVICES 4 RED & 4 WHITE WINES FOR WINNING TABLE BULLI BEACH CAFÉ $50 VOUCHER BULLI HAIR STUDIO 2x WASH & BLOW DRY & EXPRESS MANICURE CHRISTIANS PREMIUM MEATS HELENSBURGH $25 GIFT CARD CLIFFORD TERRY ELECTRICAL AIRCON SERVICE & CHECK COLES HELENSBURGH $50 VOUCHER ENVIE FITNESS WOONONA 1 MONTH FREE MEMBERSHIP HAWTHORNS MEATS WOONONA $30 VOUCHER HEADLANDS AUSTINMER $100 VOUCHER HELENSBURGH PREMIUM LIQUOR 2 BOTTLES WINE HELENSBURGH TYRES 10 x VOUCHERS WHEEL ALIGNMENT & BALANCE VALUE $110 EACH HONEST DON's CAFÉ THIRROUL $20 VOUCHER IGA WOONONA $30 VOUCHER J & C CAFÉ HELENSBURGH $30 VOUCHER MAISY & CO WOONONA GIFT BAG PLUME THIRROUL $50 VOUCHER PRICELINE WOONONA GIFT BAG RAY THAI RESTAURANT HELENSBURGH $60 VOUCHER SPICY APPLE HAIR THIRROUL SHAMPOO CUT & BLOW DRY SUNRISE NURSERY HELENSBURGH $25 VOUCHER THIRROUL COLLECTIVE SALT LAMP LANDSCAPING SERVICES

ROCK N WATER PROGRAM

This week Year 7 classes, led by Mr Wilkinson HT PDHPE, commenced the Rock N Water Program which will run during Terms 2 and 3. It is envisaged Year 8 sessions will commence towards the end of Term 3. For more information see Mr Wilkinson’s report in this bulletin.

Chris Gregory Principal


Deputy Principal’s News Firstly my apologies for the late cancellation of the Year 12 parent information evening planned for Wednesday 5th June.

Staff illness and personal circumstances meant it was not able to go ahead. It has been rescheduled for 20th August. More

information will go out closer to the day.

At the end of this term, our Year 9 students will be participating in the YAM program. This program is an evidence based

program designed to equip young people with the skills needed to address mental health issues.


Deputy Principal’s News - continued



YEAR 10 STUDENTS

I have attached the information sent home with students several weeks ago about the upcoming subject selection night.



I will be on leave for the last three weeks of term and thank Ms Gardiner for stepping into my place while I am away.

HOUSE POINTS

Congratulations to Poseidon for its stellar effort in the Athletics Carnival. This fine effort has put them in front on

the overall scores.

Ms Robyn Lang

Deputy Principal

BULLI HIGH SCHOOL Homework Centre

Available to all Year 11 & 12 students

Wednesday Afternoons 12.30pm – 2.30pm

Come along


Deputy Principal’s News FEEDBACK, TEACHING AND LEARNING Mid-year is one of those times when there is a focus on assessment and reporting. This is an important and busy season. Not only have students had in-class tests, assessment tasks and, in the case of Years 7 and 9 NAPLAN tests, but parents have also had progress interviews with teachers. Mid-year reports will be sent home in the next few weeks. These are all very important. Assessment of student learning and reporting to parents and students is crucial. These processes are designed to inform our teaching and our students’ learning. Assessments, including NAPLAN, provide valuable information that can help pinpoint areas requiring support and development. Prior to the recent NAPLAN tests I told students in Years 7 and 9 that rather than dreading the prospect they should welcome it, knowing that the results would provide information designed to assist them and their teachers. Likewise with the mid-year and end of year school reports, students and parents should carefully read the teacher comments, welcoming the positives and taking on-board suggestions for further improvement. Mr Chris Neave Year 7, 9 and 11 Deputy Principal

TRANSPORT AND CYCLING SAFETY Some students have required reminding recently that helmets must be worn if they ride to and from school. This is not only a school requirement but a legal one. Ursula Road is extremely busy at the beginning and end of the school day with pedestrians, cars and many buses. All students and parents are reminded to exercise caution. This reminder about transport safety also extends to train travel. Students should not move between carriages, must obey warning signs and level crossing gates and must stay well back from the edge of the platform while waiting for their train. Students must have a valid OPAL card in order to travel on buses and trains. Students who have lost their OPAL card must arrange for a replacement through this link – https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/home#/ Mr Chris Neave Deputy Principal


Science

Students in Years 7-10 have completed their Semester 1 examinations and are currently receiving their marks and

feedback. It is always pleasing to see so many students trying their best to achieve their best.

Year 8 have commenced their study of the Scientific Method and will soon receive their planning component for the Stage

4 Student Research Project. Year 10 have started the Earth and Space topics whilst both Years 7 and 9 are beginning the

Living World module where they are learning about a variety of biological concepts.

Year 11 have about 12 weeks of coursework before the final examinations and students need to attend all lessons, ensure

they understand the concepts taught and spend time at home on revision and consolidation.

Year 12 Science students should be working hard in preparation for their Trial HSC examinations next term. It is important

that they have established a regular study pattern of revision and past paper practice.

Here are some photographs of our Year 10 Marine Studies class on an excursion to Lake Illawarra to complete the practical

component of their boat licence.

Mrs J Canvin

Head Teacher Science (Relieving)


TAS

HIT1 BASKETBALL

Our 'HIT1 Basketball’ Training runs every Thursday during Breaks 1 & 2 for our Junior Basketballers. The sessions

commence with a focus on warming up with explicit emphasis on a core basketball skill (square, jab, pull through, etc.)

followed by 1 on 1 games to 21, pitting the players head to head with a new challenger each week.

After 4 weeks of training we have some spectacular success stories so far including:

* Jack Cotterill (Yr9)

cutting up the court & undefeated at 3 & 0 after taking some serious scalps along the way

* Mason Broadhead (Yr8)

sitting on top & undefeated with 3 & 0 win/loss record!

* James Downie (Yr8)

starting with 2 straight wins before a loss to a fellow Yr8 young gun.

* Captain Mikey Mouawad (Yr10)

sitting on an undefeated 2 & 0 record after juggling football commitments AND his bodacious basketball game.

* Title favourite Judah Kami (Yr9)

currently 3 & 1 after an epic match (and his only loss) with Captain Mikey Mouawad (Yr10)

* Liam Barclay (Yr7)

continually challenging himself, competing against the older boys each week and continually improving his

game.

Liam is already proving to be a fan favourite for his enthusiasm and effort!

Ultimately, all of the boys are competing well and this training serves as great preparation for the Junior Boys South Coast

Knockout Basketball commencing in Term 3.


TAS - continued

YEAR 11 & 12 DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Our FOUR classes are deeply entrenched in the development of their projects, with Year 12 major works due in just over

two months time & Year 11 now commencing their second unit of work, 'Illuminate'. The examples below showcase some

of the fine work from Darci and Noah in Year 12 and a few more examples of Year 11 Memorabilia projects.

Mr Steve Delaney

HT TAS


PDHPE

ROCK & WATER HAS COMMENCED!!

Rock and Water welfare program has begun this week. All Year 7 are attending one lesson a week

for 10 weeks that covers areas of self-control, self-reflection, self-confidence, assertiveness and

communication. It will help our students to deal with difficult situations, improve one’s self-

control, become aware of others and give respect, as well as build resilience. It involves physical

activities that are followed by short group discussions and self-reflection.

Student will…

▶ Become stronger & more skillful

▶ Learn how to cope with conflict, aggression, bullying

▶ Recognise and develop their personal qualities

▶ Develop social skills and resilience

▶ Gain control over their body, emotions and thoughts

▶ Reflect on self, thoughts, behaviours, actions

▶ Develop understanding of, and relationships with, other students

Self

Confidence

Self Reflection

Self Control

Communication

Mr Nick Wilkinson

HT PDHPE


Athletics Carnival

Age Boys Girls 12 yrs Kyuss Reinhard (1 record) Penelope Hausner (2 records)

13 yrs Liam Halloran (1 record) Emily Johnson (1 record)

14 yrs Matthew Salm Laila Waters

15 yrs Ian Du Toit (1 record) Sabina Rogers (4 records)

16 yrs Nathan Bowman (7 records) Iluka Budai (2 records)

17/18 yrs Noah Methven (3 records) Ebony McGrath (1 record)

Records Broken Age Name Event Result

12 yrs

Penelope Hausner 100m 13.93

Shot Put 7.84

Tori Shipton 800m 3.15.95

Saga Engelen Long Jump 4.04

Kyuss Reinhard 200m 30.18

13 yrs

Loen Sevastos 200m 29.31

High Jump 1.40

Penelope Hausner Javelin 21.13

Liam Halloran High Jump 1.53

Gus Hoefsloot Discus 25.82

Javelin 22.40

14 yrs

Lani Taylor 800m 2.44.03

Natasha Ward Shot Put 8.25

Rush Taylor 400m 1.03.38

Cuba Cleaven-Vanderlaak High Jump 1.60

15 yrs

Sabina Rogers 100m 13.09

200m 27.69

400m 1.04.78

Long Jump 4.55

Summer Cahill Discus 18.83

Imogen Gammone Shot Put 7.33

Riley Costello High Jump 1.63

Aaron Ward Discus 32.33

Ian Du Toit Shot Put TBC

16 yrs

Iluka Budai 400m 1.11.94

Long Jump 4.43

Nathan Bowman 200m TBC

400m 58.95

800m 2.23.56

Long Jump 5.88

Triple Jump 11.64

Discus 27.88

Shot Put 10.88

17/18 yrs

Noah Methven Long Jump 6.16

Triple Jump 11.69

Discus 27.43

Jack Gilfoyle 100m 12.00

800m 2.13.21

Zac Thomas Shot Put 11.32


Athletics Carnival – continued

Mrs Alison Green

Athletics Co-ordinator


Athletics Carnival – continued

THE 2019 ATHLETICS CARNIVAL BY BDLC

For the first time, at the recent school athletics carnival, students from the Black Diamond Learning Centre had the

opportunity to participate as a team. For the students, this meant that they could compete at every activity. To be ready

for the carnival, the students received training for each event in the lead up to the carnival. The students were very

supportive of this initiative. Attendance increased on the day and as the following comments and photographs show the

students thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

“I went in a lot of events…I thought it was much better than last year.” Ashleigh (Year 10)

“I enjoyed myself this year and it was great being part of the BDLC team.” Avalon (Year 8)

“It was fun and we had a lot of people in house colours supporting their house.” Tyson (Year 7)

“It was great for my first time at an Athletics Carnival.” Brock (Year 7)

“The Athletics Carnival was sooo…fun and I came first in my 100 metre race.” Gabriel (Year 7)

“I enjoyed the javelin and the jelly beans.” Dylan Poole (Year 8)

Participating as a group was a concept initiated by Ms Brennan and the Black Diamond team, as a result of consultation

with parents and students and implemented with the major assistance of Mrs Green from PD/H/PE. The students of the

Black Diamond Learning centre are looking forward to competing again in 2020.

Ms L Brennan

HT Special Education


Careers

PARENTS AND STUDENTS IN YEARS 10 – 12 Please see the attached flyer for our new ‘Job Jump’ website. Feedback has been very positive indicating that it provides a superior level of service to other websites especially for Year 12 students researching university options. A significant feature is that students are able to nominate an area of interest and regularly receive information specific to that area as well as efficiently researching alternative entry, adjustment factors and scholarships for each university. Another handy feature of ‘Job Jump’ for Year 10 students/parents is the subject section advice component which is especially timely for the rapidly approaching Year 10 subject selection evening. I have also attached the calendar of tertiary careers events that I published this week (along with a detailed compendium) and is issued to all Year 12 students. Please note some changes that have taken place to early admission at UOW. More information will be released by the university in the near future.


Careers - continued

Mr Richard Harding Careers Advisor


Library

2019 NSW PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE

This year the PRC commenced on Monday 4 March and will close on Friday 30 August. It

is open for all students in Year 7 to 9. This year students no longer need to go through the

student portal to enter online their reading log. Students can now go directly to:

https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/home.html

They will then need to login using their DoE username and password.

Once logged in, click on Student Reading Records. To add a book to the student’s reading list, type in the PRC book ID

number or title and the book details will appear automatically. Click the add button. Once the students have completed

the challenge I can validate their reading log.

Students in Year 7 and 8 are welcome to use the books they are reading as part of the Renaissance Reading program to

help complete the PRC.

The PRC has also introduced a new Student PRC website:

https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/studentExperience.html#/

This website is designed to help students find their next PRC read and they can also enter their reading log online here

after logging in.

Come and see Miss Martin in the library if you need any help.

Miss Kylie Martin

Teacher/Librarian

https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/home.html

https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/studentExperience.html#/


UNIFORM SHOP NEWS

YEAR 10 SENIOR UNIFORM FITTINGS

All Year 10 students will be fitted for their senior uniforms in WEEK 1 - TERM 3, from Tuesday 23rd July

to Friday 26th July.

Fittings will take place during class time and an order form will be sent home with each student. This

order is a guide only and can be changed.

Students may purchase their senior uniforms this year while stocks last. Once we have run out of senior

uniforms, remaining students will have to pick up their uniform orders in late January 2020, just before

school resumes.

Kerry & Maree

CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS Bulli High Canteen

Bulli High School canteen is the biggest fundraiser for our school

but we can’t do it without volunteers.

We have 4 people everyday,

2 volunteers, 2 staff.

It’s 1 day per month, 9.30am – 2.30pm approximately

It’s a great way to meet your child’s teachers,

some other lovely ladies and enjoy a great lunch.

If you would like to volunteer with a friend,

get in early so the roster can be organised.

No experience needed.

PLEASE GIVE IT A TRY

Call Lyn Falkiner on 4284 8266 ext 119

BULLI HIGH SCHOOL CANTEEN


PLEASE NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OFFICE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A

SUPPORTER

Proud supporters of the Bulli High School Year 11 2019 Scholarship Program


1ST AUSTINMER CUBS AND SCOUTS WE CURRENTLY HAVE VACANCIES

TO ACCEPT NEW CUBS AND SCOUTS!!!!!!

Join in the fun and come along to the oldest and best Scout group in the Illawarra.

Have amazing fun with friends! Learn new skills!

Activities include: Canoeing; abseiling; camping; hiking

Cubs (7 ½ – 10 ½ years) 6:30-8:00pm Wednesday Evenings Scouts (10 ½ - 14 ½ years) 7:00-9:00pm Monday Evenings Bring a parent, bring a friend, join and make new friends!

Come along to our Hall at 20 Moore Street Austinmer. What have you got to lose?

For more info contact Steve on 4268 2004 or 0409 695 575 Look forward to seeing you there!

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