WELCOME TO 2012 On behalf of the staff I would like to welcome all students and their families to the start of the 2012 School Year. 2012 will be continuing to build on our past achievements whilst building a strong and proud public school. I would like to welcome our new students and their families, particularly our new Year 8 cohort. The Executive Team for 2012 The Executive Team for the start of this year in addition to myself includes:

Ms Jenny Hilterbrand Deputy Principal Mr Craig Duguid Senior Leader: Middle School Mrs Mary Hodson Senior Leader: Senior School Mr Michael Sadleir Senior Leader: Information Systems Ms Chris Plummer Business Manager

Welcome to New Staff This year we have welcomed new staff to the school. These include:

Mr Benjamin Dening Music and Flexible Learning Mrs Mary Hodson Senior Leader: Senior School Ms Lynette King Home Economics Dr Rogan Tinsley Mathematics and Science Mr Shamalin Naidu Humanities Ms Tess Fletcher Trainee: Sport and Recreation Mr Tom Allwood Trainee: ICT Help Desk (pictured right) Ms Lee Castle Youth Worker

We welcome back: Mr David Cowen English Ms Margaret Brockhoff German Ms Sharon Cobby English Mr Jason Gleeson Japanese, English and Humanities Mr Tomasz Karon Mathematics Ms Jess Rogers English and Flexible Learning Mr Glenn Smith Leader of Mathematics Mr Lane Van der Matten Groundsperson

We have been very fortunate to have these teaching and support staff appointed to Blackwood High School for 2012. They will continue to add to the depth of knowledge, experience and commitment to our existing staff.

SACE RESULTS The graduating Year 12 class of 2011 added to the long and proud history of Blackwood High School’s academic history. The Dux for 2011 was Le Diep who achieved an Australian Tertiary Achievement Rank (ATAR) of 99.2. Le Diep achieved five A’s in Chemistry, English as a Second Language, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics and Vietnamese Background Speakers. In addition to Le Diep, five other students achieved an ATAR above 95.

Congratulations to:

Julianne achieved four A’s in Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Physics and Research project with an ATAR of 98.2. Julianne has been offered a place in a Bachelor of Engineering Civil and Structural double degree.

Emma achieved five A’s in Biology, English Studies, Modern History, Mathematical Methods and Research Project with an ATAR of 96. Emma has accepted a placement in a Bachelor of Nursing at Adelaide University.

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CALENDAR Mon 13 February

Yr 8 Pool Day Tues 14 February

Governing Council Mtg 7pm Wed 15 February

Yr 9 & 10 Acquaintance night in PAC 7pm

Thur 16 February Yr 8 Sports Day

Wed 22 February Yr 8 Acquaintance night in

PAC 7pm Sat 25 February

Morioka HS arrive Wed 29 February

Athletics Day-Whole School (office & buildings closed)

Sat 3 March Morioka HS depart

Tues 6 March Christian Seminars in PAC Yr 10 & 11 lesson 5 Yr 8 & 9 lesson 6 Governing Council AGM 7pm

Mon 12 March ADELAIDE CUP DAY

Thur 15 March Yr 8 Hepatitis B dose 1 & HPV dose 1

Tues 20 March Governing Council Mtg 7pm

Wed 28 March BHS OPEN NIGHT 4-8pm

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Frances achieved six A’s in Chemistry, Japanese – Continuers, Ensemble Performance, Mathematical Studies, Solo Performance and Research Project with an ATAR of 96. Frances will be undertaking a Veterinary Science Degree at Adelaide University.

Abigail achieved four A’s in Biology, English Studies, Modern History and Research Project with an ATAR of 95.55. Abigail will be undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing Degree at Adelaide University.

Artia achieved four A’s in Biology, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics and Physics with an ATAR of 95.55. Artia is going to have a year off from university to consider his options as he was offered a Bachelor of Engineering Civil and Project Management, but however, his desire is to study medicine.

For 2011 the following results were achieved by Blackwood High School students: 134 students completed their SACE. This represents 93% SACE completion rate. 97% of students who completed the SACE had a TAFE selection score. 5% of the students achieved an ATAR of 95 or above. 14.2% of the students achieved an ATAR of 90 or above. 13.4% of the students achieved an ATAR of 80 to 89.99. 56 students achieved at least one A with 17 of those students achieving two or more A’s 78% of all students who applied for a tertiary course received a first round offer.

The range of courses offered included engineering, animal science, arts, science, marketing, veterinary science, music, archaeology, psychology, teaching, physiotherapy, law, nursing, design, sport and recreation, event management, health science, police studies, business and computing. The class of 2011 are to be congratulated on their achievements. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the 2011 Year 12 teachers for their commitment and work with our students. We wish all of our 2012 Year 12 students all the best in their forthcoming studies.

Belated Farewell Cindy Ridley one of our Christian Pastoral Care Workers has left Blackwood High School to relocate to the country with her husband. Cindy has worked with our students, staff and the community for just over 4 years. During this time she has supported individual students and school events particularly in the performance area. We wish Cindy all the best with her future.

School Buses and School Starting Time Blackwood High School lessons start at 8.40am and have done so for many years. The change for 2012 is that lesson 1 starts at 8.40am and students are expected to be at school and prepared for their first lesson. We have been informed that some of the buses which our students catch have either not turned up or have been late. Please let us know if this is the situation providing us with the bus route number and the issue. We will contact the bus company. Parents/caregivers can also assist us in trying to get these matters resolved by contacting the Transfield Bus switchboard on 8377 6400. The more people who ring and complain about the bus services should result in improvements.

Parent Acquaintance Evenings Over the next few weeks we will be conducting Parent Acquaintance evenings. These events enable parents and caregivers to meet Care Group Teachers, Year Level Leaders, staff who can support your child and members of the Executive Team. The Year 11 and 12 parents met on Wednesday 8 February and the dates of the other events are:

Wednesday 15 February – Year 9 and 10 Wednesday 22 February – Year 8

Governing Council AGM On Tuesday 6 March at 7pm the Annual General Meeting will be held of Blackwood High School’s Governing Council in the Performing Arts Centre. Involvement in the Governing Council provides parents with the opportunity to develop the direction of the school and the work of the Governing Council sub-committees. At the AGM you will hear about the 2011 achievements of the school. We invite you to nominate prior to the meeting or just come along on the night.

Priorities for 2012 In 2012 parents will be invited to attend a forum to have a say in the school’s direction for the next five years. When the details are finalized an invitation will be sent to all parents and caregivers to participate in this important opportunity.

School Uniform It has been very pleasing to see many students appropriately dressed in full school uniform. The school uniform requirements are clearly outlined in the Student Diary on pages 8 to 10. Shoes need to be consistent with diary description – plain black, flat healed sturdy shoes with fully closed top of shoe, closed back or completely black sneakers with black laces. Canvas or slip on shoes, particularly the ballet flats for girls do not provide adequate protection whilst students are at school. School uniform requirements are in place to: Support the safety of students Build a sense of pride and belonging Reduce competitiveness around dress choice The uniform requirements are consistent with many organisations requirements about standard of dress. Uniform costs may be tax deductable as part of education expenses so receipts should be kept to claim them on the 2011-12 tax return.

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Information about Teaching & Learning Expectations Shortly, all parents and caregivers will receive information about how to log into Studywiz. Each teacher will be posting a learning and assessment plan for Semester 1 for their classes. This information will assist you in understanding what students are expected to complete for their semester of work. If you have any difficulties in accessing the learning portal please contact Kerrie Leong by phone 8278 0966 or email kerrie.leong@bhs.sa.edu.au. Marion Coady, Principal

2011 STUDENT’S SUCCESS Congratulations to Judith (2011 Year 12 Graduate), was a finalist in the 2011 Moran Contemporary

Photographic Prize, Year’s 11-12, Secondary School Section. She was one of sixteen finalists from a total of over 122,000 entries nationally and her selection was an exceptional achievement. Judith received a certificate and cheque, plus a gallery guide showing her prize winning work which was on display at the State Library of NSW for two months in 2011. Finalists’ work is available for viewing on the website www.moranprizes.com.au

Congratulations to Frances (2011 Year 12 Graduate) who has been awarded a University of Adelaide Principals’ Scholarship for 2012. This will be presented at a ceremony on Friday 24 February at the University.

2012 PRIME MINISTER’S PRIZES FOR SCIENCE Nominations are being sought for Australia’s National Science and Science Teaching Awards. Categories include: Prime Minister’s Prize for Science Prime Minister’s Prize for Life Scientist of the Year Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools Nominations close 27 April 2012. More information is available on www.innovation.gov.au/scienceprizes

2012 ATHLETICS CARNIVAL Parents are invited to attend the whole school Athletics Carnival will be held on WEDNESDAY 29 FEBRUARY on the school oval involving the school house teams of Ashby, Madigan, Mills and Russell. All staff are involved in this day out on the ovals, so the switchboard and offices will be closed.

YEAR 9 FINAL ASSEMBLY 2011 At 9.30am on Wednesday 14 December, the achievements of students were celebrated with the presentation of Academic Awards, Service Awards and Sport Awards. Dux of Year 9: Madeleine Quinn & Jack Dascombe Academic Awards:

Lauren Bowshall Pakaporn (Fern) Buranasak Taylor Chaplin Meg Curson Marina Deller-Evans Daniel Hill Jessica Mayman-Kemp Maddie Meldrum Caitlin Merlin Bianca Millar Daniel Mosler Eduard Pistorius Lauren Potter Rachael Thompson Sophie Whitcombe Nicole Williams

YEAR 8 FINAL ASSEMBLY 2011 On Wednesday 14 December at 11am the Year 8s were presented with Academic Certificates, Service and Sport Certificates. Dux of Year 8: Madeliene Green & Payton Plummer-Height Academic Awards:

Sheridan Bartlett Luke Beenham Rory Caire-McCaul Rebecca Candy Dempsey Charlton Oscar Diplock Kaytlin Gisborne Gabriell Grant James Herriman Cintya I Gusti Ayu Agung Paige Keenihan Kaitie Litchfield Riley Mitchell Aden Ostovar-Ravare Emily Pettman Megan Roper Siviana Sivam Asha Thurlow Christopher Williams

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WORLD CHALLENGE TO BORNEO November and December 2011 saw the culmination of 18 months of planning, fundraising and preparing for Blackwood High School’s second World Challenge Expedition.

Two teams set off on a month long expedition which would see each group, among other things participate in a week long trek, community project and attempt a summit of Mt Kinabalu. Led by Peta & Daniel Maher, Luke Northcote and Dan Smith, the teams flew out together, arriving in Kuching Sarawak, before going in separate directions to experience what the island had to offer. TEAM 1- The appropriately self appointed “Team Awesome” lived up to their name in every sense completing all challenges and overcoming every obstacle with confidence. Several highlights stick out, one of which was summiting Mt Kinabalu. The view and the feeling at dawn after a physically taxing 6 hour walk the day before, an attack of the bed bugs and altitude sickness was amazing. Completing our project at the Sabah Cheshire House, while frustrating, hard, hot and very tough, was inspiring. Working

at a home for physically and mentally disadvantaged people we were required to create a base for a concrete slab to be laid and reinforce a road with rock and gravel. A visit from the minister saw Blackwood High School make page 3 of the Borneo Daily Express and the experience was all capped with an extravagantly catered Christmas party. By far the most unique experience was the jungle trek around the highland town of Bario. Led by 3 expert guides we were led along overgrown jungle trails, slept in hammocks and cooked over camp fires. Our guides treated us to a feast of

wildly caught boar and created bridges over rivers and dining tables from the local trees in the blink of an eye. TEAM 2’s adventure started with the arrival at Kuching airport and with the meeting of our vibrant and enthusiastic leader Polly. The adventures of Team 2 continued from the South to the North of the Island covering huge distances by express boats, buses and plane. It was an amazing experience as our little group turned themselves into a family ready to

take on every challenge presented to us. There were a number of highlights for our group ranging from our Trek in Mulu National Park and our exploration of the huge and vast cave systems that run throughout this jungle area. The climb of the Pinnacles was an extraordinary, physically challenging nine hour adventure. The team hiked up near vertical terrain of 2.4km to get to the top and view the amazingly shaped limestone Pinnacles. Another highlight was working with our 3 community projects, Bukit Harapen, a home for young children with mental and physical disability, Kota Kinabalu’s wetland and mangroves preservation centre, and Green Connection, a facility for rescuing marine animals. Each project enabled our team to get a diverse understanding of the people, culture and

community in the Kota Kinabalu area. Both teams enjoyed a few days of rest and relaxation after an intense three and a half weeks of travelling. Activities included snorkelling in crystal clear waters, shopping, massages, shopping, white water rafting and a little more shopping. It was a pleasure working with such a committed and friendly group of people and we look forward to launching the 2013 trip in mid term 2 2012. Peta Maher & Daniel Smith From the students “Having the opportunity to participate in three different community projects from conservation to helping less fortunate, it was full-on but great fun and very rewarding.” Diana Jennings Team 2 “Being able to trek through the rainforest. This was both challenging and an amazing opportunity to see the wildlife.” Emily Pyke Team 2 "The best part of the trip to Borneo was reaching the summit of Kinabalu!" Madi Duncan Team 1

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SCIENCE NEWS Mission Discovery program - WORK WITH ASTRONAUTS and NASA Leaders for a week University of Adelaide 16-20 January International Space School Educational Trust). Congratulations to Matt (Year 11, 2012) who was the recipient of a scholarship provided by Adelaide Rotary to attend this program. This program involved working with an Astronaut, Astronaut trainer and Space educationalist. The Adelaide organiser, John Furness is a former Blackwood High student. Two other former students who assisted with the program were Sam Lowe and Phil Guerin. ICAS Science competition (Years 8 to 10) – Wednesday 6 June: Science teachers will nominate students to participate in this competition towards the end of the term. If you would like your son or daughter to take part in this competition please contact the school. Students receive a comprehensive summary that identifies concepts and skills understood, when the results are published. During the year students will have the opportunity to take part in a number of activities, some of which are listed below.

Oliphant Science Awards – all Years Science and Engineering Challenge – Year 9 and 10 The Science Experience – Year 9 and 10 Health of the River forum – Year 9 and 10

Details about these activities will be advertised in the student bulletin, and in the newsletter, when they become available. Robyn Giles, Science Leader

VET 2012 This year there are some significant changes to our courses at Blackwood High School for Vocational Education & Training – all of which aim to improve learning outcomes for our VET and Apprenticeship students.

This year all VET students are required to complete an agreement form between themselves, any teachers whose subjects are affected by either their VET Course or School Based Apprenticeship and their parents or caregivers. High level organisation is paramount to the success of students completing VET courses and this is one way we believe students can begin to develop and improve their organisation and responsibility. We seek your support in ensuing these are completed and returned by the end of Week 3.

Stage II Workplace Practices is now running off-line via the school’s Moodle website. Our aim here is to provide VET students at Year 12 the flexibility to miss a day per week and still have the time to meet the course requirements for their other subjects. The subject supervisor for this year is Chris Brookes and both he and I can be contacted via the VET Office on 8278 0954. A guest login to the site is available to parents / caregivers.

Should you have any queries regarding your child’s VET Course, Apprenticeship or Traineeship, please feel free to call me immediately via the school on 8278 0900.

Congratulations to our latest School Based Apprentice, Perry Tippett who is now undertaking his Certificate III Carpentry with Andrew Tippett Carpentry. Blackwood High School wishes you all the best for this exciting new adventure. Luke Northcote, VET Leader

HOMESTAY FAMILIES WANTED FOR MORIOKA HIGH SCHOOL VISIT Planning is currently underway for our next Study Tour visit from Morioka HS. Morioka is situated in the area that was affected by the devastating earthquake last year and we are very happy that the school is in a position to send a group of 18 students to us in 2012. Students will only be with us for one week from SATURDAY 25 FEBRUARY to SATURDAY 3 MARCH, 2012 During their stay in Australia, the Japanese students will travel to and from school each day with their hosts. At school they will have a full schedule of activities that will include English lessons, a chance to experience classes such as Aussie Sports, Home Economics and an excursion to Cleland. No special arrangements need to be made to accommodate a visitor from Japan for a short-term visit. A room may be shared for the short visit. A payment of $220 will be made to each host family to defray expenses for the week long stay. We hope you will consider being part of this exciting program. Prospective host families will need to complete an application process to become an accredited DECS homestay family. If you are interested in hosting a student could you please contact me at school via email karyn.jones@bhs.sa.edu.au or phone 8278 0900.

Karyn Jones, International Student Programs and LOTE Leader

WELCOME TO OUR NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS We would like to welcome five new International Students to BHS this term. Mio Sakamoto, Reiko Kato and Amito Hoshino from Japan, Helena Castro from Brazil and Mathias Saeger from Germany. Mio celebrated her 16th birthday with her ISEC (Intensive Secondary English Course) classmates last week and will study here until the end of the year. We currently have 30 International Students studying in Years 10 – 12. We are very proud of the achievements of one of the International Students, Le Diep Anh Huynh from Vietnam, who achieved outstanding results in Year 12 last year to become Dux of the school. Anh joined our program in 2010 with limited English skills and showed that with determination and hard work it is possible to realise your dreams. Well done, Anh!

Karyn Jones, International Student Programs and LOTE Leader

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SENIOR SCHOOL FOCUS Welcome back to the start of a new year, which brings with it the opportunity to set new goals and continuously improve upon what already has been achieved. Routine, structure and focus are pivotal in being able to successfully meet the challenges associated with full time study. As our Senior Students enter Senior School and commence the SACE, demands placed on them increase significantly. However, the effort and time put in by each student in attaining their SACE is not only a reward in itself but needs to be considered as an investment in their future. I would like to take this opportunity to wish students every success in their studies this year and look forward to working with them and their families in my role as Senior Leader of the Senior School.

Mary Hodson, Senior Leader, Senior School

YEAR 12 NEWS 2012 has begun smoothly for the 135 students enrolled in Year 12. Students have made a good start to the year focussing on their chosen subjects. Already the Formal Committee has met and has begun planning the major social event of Semester 1 on Friday 11 May. Independent Study Agreements have been distributed and students are organising their applications. Once parents and teachers have signed this, students can be granted independent study status where there are no scheduled classes at the beginning and the end of the day. This policy is to support our senior students to further develop their skills of independent learning options and pathways, which are of great importance and value to senior students. We are looking forward to a year of hard work and great success. Susan Lawrie, Year 12 Leader

ELECTROTECHNOLOGY COURSE COMMENCES Twenty Year 11 students have commenced studies toward a Certificate II Electrotechnology qualification through a new Industry Pathways Program (IPP). Using the new facilities and resources of the Blackwood High School Trade Training Centre, the students have selected to study this course as part of the flexible arrangements supported by the new SACE, and some innovative timetabling arrangements that allow them to participate all day on Thursdays in this

unique program. Their teachers, Tom Oliphant and Malcolm Clarke, have undertaken specific industry accredited training programs to enable them to deliver the course. Preparatory courses are also offered at Year 9 and 10, and SACE Stage 2 level studies will be available from 2013 onwards. We look forward to monitoring their progress throughout the year.

Jenny Hilterbrand, Deputy Principal

MATHEMATICS Welcome to mathematics in 2012. I hope this year will be both rewarding and challenging. The learning of Mathematics is a partnership between student, teacher, and parent/caregiver and I sincerely hope that over the course of 2012 this bond can be strengthened. Communication is a vital link in this relationship so students ask questions when in doubt, and parent/caregivers please talk to your students about their Mathematics and feel very welcome to contact the teacher or me with any concerns you have. Graphics Calculators The use of Graphics Calculator technology in senior school Mathematics courses is embedded in all programs. To be successful students need to be proficient in their use. It is essential that students undertaking a year of Pure Mathematics at SACE Stage 1 and all those considering any Mathematics at SACE Stage 2 purchase their own calculator. The model that Blackwood High School uses is the CASIO 9860G-AU plus. Your friendly mathematics teacher has purchase forms to be returned by 17 February. The school will make a bulk order for these calculators and has negotiated a special price of $195 through Campion Books. Students in other year levels are very welcome to purchase graphics calculators as they will significantly support their learning but it is not compulsory. See your mathematics teacher for a purchase form. The calculators are tax deductible and maintain a strong second-hand price when no longer needed.

Glenn Smith, Mathematics Leader

VALENTINE’S DAY FUNDRAISER – for the 2012 Rock Eisteddfod Challenge Valentine’s Day next TUESDAY, 14 FEBRUARY will be an opportunity for students:

to order a flower for your Valentine write a special message on the card or to remain anonymous if you wish

The flowers will be delivered to your Valentine during lessons 1 and 2 on Tuesday, OR you may wish to take one home to family or friends. All your support will be welcomed. COST: $2.00 All orders and money can be paid in the Library.

Katrina Constantopoulos, Dance Teacher

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THE ARTS NEW STAFF We are delighted to welcome Ben Dening to our music faculty this year. Ben is an accomplished guitarist and bass player who has taught rhythm section for the Instrumental Music Service and is now back in the classroom specialising in contemporary music, so we look forward to an exciting year. With Mr Michael Winter and myself, we are now back to a staff of three Music teachers, which is very good news.

INSTRUMENTAL/VOCAL LESSONS - VACANCIES Lessons are being finalised this week with our visiting music teachers. There are some vacancies for FREE lessons open to students who are enrolled in a Music class sometime this year. Anyone interested in trumpet, trombone, violin, cello, flute , clarinet or saxophone may be eligible for lessons. We have private teachers in Voice, Percussion (drums), Piano, Saxophone and Electric Guitar which are open to anyone in the school, irrespective of whether they are enrolled in classroom music. Fees for lessons this year average at $26.50 per private half hour lesson, or $13 per lesson in a class of two or $9 per lesson in a class of three, payable directly to the teacher. There are limited vacancies in all of these instruments. Enquiries to robyn.trebilcock@bhs.sa.edu.au will

receive a prompt response and contact details for the teacher concerned.

Teachers, days and times are still being finalised, but the current schedule is: BRASS (IMS) (Trumpet/ trombone) Mr Garry Foot Monday morning 9 – 10 am VOICE (IMS) Mr Danny Helps Monday morning 8.40 – 10.40 am ACOUSTIC GUITAR Mr Tim Kerstens Tuesday 11.20am – 12.50pm KEYBOARD Mrs Maxine Moore Tuesday afternoon STRINGS (IMS) (Violin & Cello) Mrs Jenny Eime Wednesday morning 9 – 10am KEYBOARD Mrs Jill Tierney Thursday morning 8.30am – 11am ELECTRIC GUITAR Mr Phil Barbuto Thursday 10am - WOODWIND (IMS) (Clarinet/Flute/Saxophone) Mr Dean Foot Friday morning 9 – 11am PERCUSSION Mr Jamie Adam Friday morning 8am – 11am VOICE Mrs Sarah Dunkley Friday 11am – Vocal Group 1pm SAXOPHONE Mr John Clarke TBA BASS GUITAR TBA

ROCK EISTEDDFOD Blackwood High School is entering the Rock Eisteddfod Challenge again this year after a three year gap. Ms Katrina Constantopoulos has already begun organising her team and promoting it to the students. I urge you to discuss with your child the benefits of being involved in such a terrific opportunity. Students who do not want to be on stage still have a fantastic opportunity to work on sets and costumes or in the backstage and technical crew. We won third place last time – onwards and upwards this year! Robyn Trebilcock, The Arts Leader

SPORT Blackwood High School sport offers many opportunities to students to be active. Southern Zone Sport is one of them and we have been busy promoting our first season. The season begins in Week 4 and will involve the sports of tennis, basketball, indoor soccer and volleyball. Knock-Out Cricket for Year 8/9 boys and girls is also underway. Dan Smith and Amanda Aulert are holding trainings this week. We would like to welcome our new Sports Trainee for 2012, Tess Fletcher. For any inquiries please call Janet Bradley on 0401121192 or the PE Office on 82780938.

Janet Bradley, Sports Leader

HOW TO DRUG PROOF YOUR KIDS – for parents 7.00-9.30pm Wednesdays starting 23 May, 2012

Relationships Australia 49a Orsmond Street, Hindmarsh

6 evening sessions Cost: $80/$50 – Bookings on 8245 8100

Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk 1 Morning – 10am – 12noon Thursday 16 Feb

Salvation Army, Marion 155 Sturt Road, Seacombe Gardens

NO COST – Run by Centacare, bookings on 8377 0001

PARENTING BY CONNECTION 9.15am – 12 noon Wednesdays starting 15 Feb

Forbes Childrens Centre 80 Thomas Street, South Plympton

6 week course NO COST – Creche available – Contact Merridee on 8293 9000

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Flagstaff Hill FOOTBALL CLUB Falcon Family Day – Sunday 12 February, any time from 12noon to 4pm Registration Day for new and returning players – go into a FREE draw with prizes including free membership and 2 x junior mouthguards. Club merchandise for sale and order. Professional mouthguard fitting. Lots of fun and games. Food & Drinks are available from the Canteen, Barbecue & Bar + a icecream van. Fun – Face painting, Batman Jumpy Castle, Knock ‘em down alley, Wiz Bang the Wizzard, free lolly bag give-aways

UNIFORM SHOP TIMES: A reminder that the Blackwood High School Uniform Shop is open on: Monday & Friday mornings: 8.15 – 9.15am Wednesday lunchtime: 12.45 – 1.30pm Friday after school: 3.15 – 3.45pm