Dear Parents, Carers and Students, Be your best – Persistence and Resilience If we have learnt anything from the COVID19 experience, it is that to be successful in each stage of our life, we must be able to withstand hardship and keep at a task until we have reached our goal. Not all aspects of Learning@home were successful for every student but we stuck at the task and achieved an enormous amount of learning. The communication channels between teachers and students have improved in so many ways. We will benefit by that long into the future. Parents and carers in many situations have become far more aware of the learning requirements in each subject. I have had a large number of conversations with parents who have expressed a new appreciation for the complex role teacher’s play in navigating teenage learning development. Students also have been given a far greater accountability around their learning success in this Term. We have had years 11 and 12 back for 5 weeks and Year 7 through to 10 back for 3 weeks. With most assessment still to be finalised, there is still plenty of time to “dig in” and give a fair indication of progress so far this year. It is planned for assessment to continue right up to the final day of Term, so there is no justification for students to be starting holidays early. Finally I express my appreciation for the contribution made by the staff of Sandgate High who have maintained their classes whether face to face or remotely throughout this incredibly challenging time. It has not been easy but we have stuck to the task as best we can. I can ask for no more. Be your Best – Student Safety A very worrying aspect of school leadership is when reports come to me of dangerous behaviour by students. I have received three separate reports of male students in SDSHS uniform, being on foot on the Gateway Motorway after school (3.30 – 4.00pm time frame). Pedestrians are not allowed on motorways for obvious reasons (multilane, 100km/hr, no footpath) and any students on the motorway not only represent their school poorly, they put their own life at risk. These students are also risking the safety of drivers who may brake suddenly or swerve to avoid them. The possible tragedy is something that every family needs to discuss. The areas reported have been around Boondall, but all families with boys in the age range

11-15 who are not at home in the 3.30 – 4.00pm timeframe need to discuss if this involves

your family. I am happy to assist families if needed to address this very serious and urgent

matter. .

Stay safe,

Phil Campbell

Principal

Principal’s News

Q U E E N S L A N D G O V E R N M E N T

SANDGATE DISTRICT STATE

HIGH SCHOOL 1 0 J U N E 2 0 2 0 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

Sandgate District State High School Contact Details:

Email : enquiries@sandgatedistrictshs.eq.edu.au Phone: 3869 9888 Absence line: 3869 9802 PO Box 195 Sandgate QLD 4017

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changes by checking

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P A G E 2

“A leader is

someone who

demonstrates

what’s possible”

- Mark Yarnell

School Captains’ Report Since coming back to school, things have certainly changed. One thing’s for sure, we have

definitely hit the ground running. There is no doubt that Year 12s are feeling the pressure

as they complete their last assignments before external exams. From a previous sense of

unrest, we are starting to find our feet again and re-establish our position as leaders in

the school. Though it’s disappointing that we don’t get to practice specific leadership kills,

it has given us an opportunity to practice personal leadership and leading in a different

way. Students are complying with health directions throughout the whole school. Even

though we are in hard times, the Sandgate spirit has been evident, with students banding

together to soldier on. As leaders, we encourage everyone to continue, even in these

unprecedented times

From your School Captains & Vice Captains ,

Amy Kubler and Jarvis Poppleton, Maddie Davies and Xander Kan

.

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L

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A Message From Our Guidance Officer P A G E 3 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

In these unprecedented times, we are all being affected in

different ways.

There are many things that you can do to boost your ability

to cope in these uncertain times. Please find some online

resources below that may help.

World Health Organisation : WHO

Beyond Blue: HERE

Headspace: HERE

Kids Help Line: HERE

Happiness - a state of mind or feeling such as contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy

As human beings we all want to feel happy and not just every now and then. If we had our way we would

probably give sadness a miss altogether. In our search for happiness we are often led to believe that if we

owned more, bought more, achieved more or won more we would find happiness, but is it found in spending,

accumulating or competing with others ? Sadly we may give our children the impression that happiness is

something you can buy or conquer, or even worse, that someone else has control of our happiness. The reality

is, that if we get the ‘ingredients’ right for happiness, then nothing can stop us from being happy, even in

difficult times. It’s our choice.

A great religious leader of our times (the Dalai Lama) has a different focus on happiness when he states that

true happiness is found in kindness and compassion. He goes on to say that genuine happiness comes when

you see some usefulness in your life. These qualities are not things you can hold or see, but they make you feel

good, and they certainly leave lasting impressions on other people.

In order to provide our children with the skills to pursue happiness here are some suggestions.

Show by your example, encourage, or teach your child:

That happiness is a choice, so choose it

To be happy with themselves - their gifts and talents, as well as limitations

To work towards self- improvement but not at another’s expense

To be kind to themselves, and to others

That no matter what they pursue it is important to do their best (whether at home,

school, work or in the community)

To laugh as often as is possible

To care for others, and to look out for others, and if they see something unjust then do something about

it

To do good deeds for others – it will make them feel good too.

To be grateful for what they have (envy creates discontent)

To greet the new day with a smile and be glad to be alive to enjoy it

Happiness is not just about meeting our own needs. We are social beings. The more we connect with others

and consider others the easier will be our own pursuit of happiness

Justine Grant, Guidance Officer

“There is no path to

happiness,

happiness is the

path”

Buddha

P A G E 4

P & C News

DESIGN A “WHEELIE COOL” BIN

STICKER COMPETITION!

Download the template HERE or pick up a hard

copy of the template from the Student Counter in

Term 2

Students can design the SDSHS 2020 Recycle Bin

sticker which will be used on all of the purple recycle

bins in our school.

Entries should be handed in at Student Counter, or

scanned & emailed to:

enquiries@sandgatedistrictshs.eq.edu.au

Competition extended—now closes June 26 ( end of Term

2).

Winners will now be announced Monday 20th July & will

receive 300 VIVO points!

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H S C H O O L

To donate your

Containers for Change

recycling refund to the

school, use this code

when making a deposit:

C10175036 Containers for Change Recycling

The next P&C meeting, to be held on Wednesday, 17th June, will provide parents and carers the opportunity to stay informed. It has been an uncertain time and we look forward to hearing your feedback while you make a valuable contribution to the school community. The meeting starts at 6:30pm in the library. Social distancing guidelines allow for 20 people to attend. Carrie, Bek, Catherine, Paula and I look forward to seeing you then. Minutes taken at the P&C meeting can only be distributed to current members so please pop in on Wednesday to sign a current membership form pandcexecutive@sandgatedistrictshs.eq.edu.au Lorraine Hockey P&C President

P A G E 5 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

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Shark Delivers for Tuckshop Brendan Hicks and Phil Creese organised for sneeze screens to be made before school resumed in full. These were installed with the help of Senior Shark students who are enrolled in a Cert II in Furniture Making Pathways course. Thanks to Dan from Plastique Signs and Fabrication in Brendale. He made the screens at short notice and delivered them for free. Thanks also to Deputies Stacey Card and Neil Dargusch for enabling us to help keep our much valued tuckshop staff safe.

Shark Shed News!

“The world needs

different kinds of

minds to work

together”

- Temple Grandin

P A G E 6

Library Matters It is wonderful to have our Library full of students again – we have missed

you! Our library, as always, is a central hub of activity at all times of the day,

offering the students and staff a place to learn, study, research, read and reflect.

We have enjoyed seeing more students make use of the new space in the non-

fiction area, whether it be for reading, playing a board game or sitting and talking

quietly with friends.

New titles

A number of new fiction titles have been added to our collection. These new

books are being borrowed as quickly as we are putting them on the

shelves! Students have responded so positively to the new titles that we have

secured for the library, with some students increasing their borrowing history

for the first time this year! So if there is a book you would like to see in the

Library, please add it to the suggestion box!

Library Catalogue system update

Behind the scenes, we have been working hard to get a new cloud based

cataloguing system up and running. ‘Infiniti’ will give students and staff access to

24/7 catalogued library resources online from their chosen devices. This system

is both intuitive and engaging, allowing users to personalise their borrowing.

More information will be available once this system is fully integrated and

students have access from their school intranet. If you look closely, you will see

the ‘Infinity’ icon is there already. Stay tuned for more information.

Book Reviews

Our book review competition is still alive and well this term. Each book review

earns 50 VIVO points, so please email your review to Mrs Starr

(kstar59@eq.edu.au) or Ms Hicks (chick121@eq.edu.au). Each week the best

book review will win another 200 VIVO points and be published in the school

newsletter. It really is the time to get reading!

National Reconciliation Week: 27th May – 3rd June

Last week we acknowledged National Reconciliation Week, which is a time for

all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements,

and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving Reconciliation in

Australia. We have a few or our titles which focus on Indigenous Land Rights,

Native title on display currently in the Library. Students and staff are encouraged

to come and have a look browse, borrow or read.

Library after school

Each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, after school, the library is open until

4pm for students who require a space to access library resources, complete

study, homework and assessment. Staff are present to assist. All year levels are

welcome.

Amanda Wingate

TIC Library

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

Tuckshop Talk P A G E 7 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

Have you read a great book lately?

Write a book review during this term, and email

it to Mrs Starr in the library

kstar59@eq.edu.au

Every book review earns 50 VIVO points!

Every week, the BEST book review will win an-

other 200 points and will be published in the

school Newsletter!

Get reading!

Library Book Review

Competition

CAFÉ

IBIS

MENU

Click

HERE

With cooler weather upon us don’t forget to

check the Daily Specials Board for Winter

Warmer Lunches.

Pre-ordering is recommended to receive your

preferred option. This can be done before

school and lunch collected from the Order

Collection window.

Eftpos is available - $3 minimum - no cash out.

Library Tutorials

After School Do you need a space to complete home-

work, study and assignments? A growing

number of students are now making use of this

opportunity. Students of all year levels are

welcome to use the library until 4pm,

Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Teachers

will be present to assist and supervise. Normal

school rules and expectations apply during this

time

P A G E 8

Facing Challenges

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

During these unprecedented times, we as a school community faced many

uncertainties, changes and challenges, no more so than those in our school that have a

disability. For some of our young people, change can be one of the most daunting

things that they face on a regular basis. To have our government tell them that they

had to stay home and not attend school, the challenge of working independently

online was a feat that all our students took head on. The pride of the SEP staff on how

adaptable our students were during this time was overwhelming. Together the

students, parents and their case managers worked tirelessly ensuring that as many of

our students were engaged with learning to the best of their ability. Together we

learnt so much about assistive technology and how going forward this will help with

accessing curriculum. We were so excited to hear that some of our students even

attended virtual concerts together and on return have taught the teachers so much

about what is out there in the virtual world that is engaging and just as rewarding.

Congratulations on a successful return to school, you should be proud of how you

conducted yourself throughout this time in history and thank you to all the SEP staff

and parents who together have helped our students transition back to school.

Leonie Turnbull

Head of Special Education Services

“Don’t limit

your

challenges,

challenge your

limits”

International Cleaners Day

P A G E 9

T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

Monday 15 June is International Cleaners day !

Our school community would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our cleaners for the work they

do keeping our school clean.

During the past 4 months on Covid 19, our school cleaners have been required to take on extra cleaning

tasks and extra hours to clean all high use areas, and sanitise many parts of the school on a daily basis.

THANK YOU for the enormous efforts you have put in to

keep our students hygienically safe!

For information regarding

the Covid Safe app: click

on the logo

P A G E 1 0

Positive Behaviour for Learning Week 7

Be Respectful:

Respect school facilities,

equipment and fixtures

such as desks, taps etc.

Students must leave

facilities as they have found

them, and report any

breakages or vandalism to

their teacher or

administration

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

Week 8

Be Respectful:

Keep Left

Ensure that pathways and

corridors are left free for

safe passage of students

and staff.

Students line up in the

appropriate space for each

classroom eg/ in 2 lines

against the wall

Bags in port racks, not on

top or on floor

Stay left when moving

along stairways and

corridors, including

pathways outside buildings

RTC NEWS VIVO SHOP IS OPEN AGAIN!

Every day at first break 11.15-11.30, students can collect their VIVO prizes .

If you missed out on collecting in Term 1 , you can still use your points to collect your prizes in Term 2.

So many prizes to choose from—a huge selection of balls from 500 points or lots of cool pens, hair scrunchies, erasers, Yu Gi Oh charts & hand balls

Easy ways to collect VIVO points:

follow appropriate PBL strategies

Enter the library book review competi-tion

Design the artwork for a Wheelie Bin sticker

Antonella Fenech

(RTC Co-ordinator)

Week 9

Be Your Best

Make Safe Choices

We want safe, positive,

supportive learning

environments for all

students and teachers.

Understand that they are

in control of their own

behaviours

Actively listen, and be

tolerant of people’s

differences.

Know where to go for

help

P A G E 1 1 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

Enrolling in Year 7 in 2020 at SDSHS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Commencing Monday 13 July ( start of Term 3) Transport for Brisbane wishes to advise that there will be a change to school bus services as of Monday 13 July 2020 (start of Term 3). The change affects the afternoon 996 and 997 bus routes. The 996 route will be altered and shortened and the 997 route will be extended to cover the portion of the old 996 route that will no longer be service by the 996. These changes are to provide a more even distribution of student loading across both services to ensure there is adequate capacity on buses to pick up all students wishing to travel. Students who previously boarded the 996 or 997 services to travel from Sandgate District High School are advised to re-plan their after school journey using the Translink Journey Planner one week prior to Term 3 commencing. For further information, please contract Translink on 13 12 30

Translink Bus Route changes 996 & 997

We are currently accepting general enrolments for year 7 in 2021, enrolment packs are available for

collection from the Administration block . Completed packs to be submitted to the Enrolment Officer

by Monday June 22. First round offers will be notified by the end of June. All enquiries to the

Enrolment Officer : 3869 9888

P A G E 1 2

Volunteer students dig in As so many community, school and sporting events have been

cancelled this year, our Certificate III in Active Volunteering students

are having trouble doing the required number of volunteering hours

to complete their Certificate. With the beautification at the front of

A block in progress, Head of HASS, Ms Cameron, thought it was a

perfect opportunity for our students to do some volunteering!

Jaxon, Mackenzie, Judd, Lachlan and Toby all pitched in to lay the

turf for our new green space. The current and future students of

Sandgate District State High School will enjoy this space for years to

come and these students can feel proud they helped to make it

happen.

Camille Sharpe

Cert III Active Volunteering

Teacher.

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

P A G E 1 3 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Education news

QATSIF Scholarship applications and information - due to Tamie by

15th June, 2020

Maths is Fun ! To multiply any two-digit number by 11, simply add the digits of the number

together and then put this sum between the original two digits.

For example, to calculate 11 x 53, add the two digits of the number 53 together

(5+3=8). Then put this number in-between 5 and 3 to get an answer of 583!

P A G E 1 4

Humanities and Language News

Humanities subjects are currently at the business end of Semester 1 curriculum work.

All students are in the assessment phase of their current Humanities subject. Years 7

and 8 are revising and preparing for their Short Response to Stimulus exams on

Ancient China and Medieval Japan respectively. Year 9 is writing an Historical Essay

based on the inquiry research process based on Australia’s involvement in WWII, and

Year 10 are completing an Independent Source Investigation based on their chosen

topic relating to the Rights and Freedoms of Indigenous Australians. Years 11/ 12

Ancient and Modern History, Legal and Geography are in the final stages of their

respective investigations, inquiries and reports also. Our classrooms are working hard

practicing history skills for exams and drafting and editing as a part of inquiry tasks.

Parents, please check in with your students as they will have assessments across a

number of subjects. It’s been a challenging semester of schooling for all involved.

Support from home at this time would be welcomed I’m sure, even a simple check in

for each subject might just give the students a boost. Please don’t hesitate to contact

your student’s humanities teacher regarding how they are progressing.

A timely reminder that Sandgate now provides subject specific assistance with many

teachers who are making themselves available in the Library Mon-Wed 3-4pm. There

is a humanities and languages staff member available most of those days.

Mrs Cameron

A/HOD Humanities and Languages

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

“It’s technology

married with liberal

arts married with

humanities that

yields us results that

make our hearts

sing”

- Steve Jobs,

Co-founder of Apple

Music Mayhem We very proud of our musicians here at Sandgate District SHS. This is only a small

snippet of the music culture we have, it is eclectic, encompasses all levels of ability,

enthusiastic and inspiring. During the months of April & May, we were still playing

music, albeit not in large ensembles, but we can still make meaningful music on our

instruments. We are proud to have such a vibrant music culture at our school. Well

done Sandgate District SHS musicians! Keep playing!

To watch the music compilation video by made our SDSHS instrumental music

students, click on the music note!

Julianne Schick

Instrumental Music Teacher

P A G E 1 5 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

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Year 7 Persuasive Writing Task WRITE A SPEECH - Mobile Phones Should not be allowed at school.

Wow! Phones at school?! Totes amaze! How much would you love to have your phone with you at school?

How much would you love to be cyber-bullied? How much would you love to have a D average? How much

would you love being tired and anxious all the time? Do you really want to have your phone with you at

school? We will never have phones at school because of the increased risk of cyber-bullying, social media

distractions and because most teenagers already spend hours on end on their phone. Phones at school is a

zombie apocalypse waiting to happen.

Cyber-bullying has been a HUGE thing ever since roughly the 2000s, not so surprisingly when teenagers

started getting mobile phones. Did you know that "about 37% of young people between the ages of 12 and

17 have been bullied online? 30% have had it happen more than once." (Patchin, 2019, Dosomething.org).

This shows that over 30% of young people suffer through the thought of being cyber-bullied every day.

Would you really like it if that were you? When you are cyber-bullied you are always anxious. When you

are cyber-bullied you are kept awake all night worrying. Even when you're at school, you won't be able to

get away from it. We don’t want to be sleepless zombies. We don't want phones at school. Why should we

let them dictate our lives?

Do you really want to be at a school of mindless social media zombies? Shockingly, according to esafe-

ty.gov.au, 86% of teens (aged 13-17 years) have YouTube, 75% have Facebook, 67% have snapchat 70%

have Instagram, and, 29% have Google +. Studies have shown that researching online can lead to several

students getting distracted and caught up in social media, rather than doing their homework. In fact 57%

of teenagers agree that social media distracts them when they should be doing work. This can even hap-

pen during exams, pulling poor, innocent teenagers down in their schoolwork, and if we allow phones at

school, it will. The only way to solve this problem is to ban phones in all schools. Social media affects

homework already. Don't let it affect your learning at school too. Don’t be a mindless zombie.

Teenagers spend too long on their phones whenever they aren't at school. “Approximately 45% of teenag-

ers say that they are almost constantly online” (pew research, pewresearch.org). They spend an average of

seven hours and twenty-two minutes on their phones a day! You might not even realise you are on your

phone so much, but it's true, teens spend way too long on their phones. This would be an even higher

number if we were allowed phones at school! We would be encouraged to use them. Irresponsible teenag-

ers are even on their phones while walking across roads! Putting themselves, poor, innocent bystanders

and drivers at risk. Is that really the kind of person you want to be? If phones are allowed at school, you

will be forced to be that person; you will be forced to be just another phone zombie.

Why would we want phones at school? They make us prone to cyber-bullying, they distract us from school-

work, and they make us zombies of our former selves. I know that in the future we will never have phones

at schools. Stop the apocalypse before it starts. We will never be at risk! We will never be distracted! We

will never be zombies! We will never have phones at school!

By Jessica

P A G E 1 6

Year 7 Persuasive Writing continued… WRITE A SPEECH- Should students always wear a school uniforms?

Introduction:

As I crept into the school grounds, my heart thumping in my chest, I could not help but feel piercing

eyes scanning my choice of clothing. All I want is to fit in, but why was it so hard to be accepted and

free from peer pressure?

Good morning fellow students and Ms Schultz. Today I am going to inform you why it is essential for

students across Australia to wear school uniforms. Why not give uniforms a chance.

First point:

They assist the emotional state of students, especially in high schools. Without them, insecurity,

bullying, and peer pressure would distract us from our studies. We should definitely be encouraged to

wear mandatory uniforms, because it reduces stress.

In contrast to uniforms, free dress at schools can cause stress for students, developing a lack of

concentration in class. Without the presence of uniforms, your status in the school environment will be

based on the cost and look of your outfit. This can easily intimidate students and can cause bullying.

For students that are unable or unwilling to pay for the latest fashion, they would be exposed to peer

pressure. According to the US Department of Education, they state that 64% of elementary principals

have concluded that uniforms have a positive impact on bullying. To reduce stress and pressure about

looking good in the mornings, why not give uniforms a chance.

Second point:

Surprisingly, uniforms improve the connection between the school community and us. Thanks to the

support of uniforms, students feel more like a team and become more confident about their

appearance and fitting in. This will bring a sense of belonging. Brisbane Kids research claims that,

“School uniforms promote school identity in the community and school spirit. Without it, more cases of

anxiety and depression can be caused if students feel like they do not fit in.” This can affect

concentration in class. To reduce loneliness in schools, why not give uniforms a chance.

Third point:

Did you know that wearing our uniform at school and in the community keeps you safe? Well, they do,

in several different ways. The US Department of Education claims that students wearing uniforms

makes it easier to identify if someone has intruded the school. This significantly influences our safety,

and decreases threats from outside of school. By wearing your uniform out in public, the community

can recognise if someone has run away from school. This can reduce students skipping class. If

uniforms influence your safety, why not give them a chance. So be extra safe and wear your uniforms!

Conclusion:

Schools across Australia should most definitely enforce mandatory uniforms. The way you dress is

responsible for peer pressure and social anxiety, at home and out at public. School should be a safe

place for us, where we do not have to be judged or influenced by social status. As social media

becomes more significant in our daily lives, the expectation of our clothing will too. Despite that uni-

forms have its pros and cons, the positives outweigh the negatives.

So what do you say? Give uniforms a chance!

By Mia

S A N D G A T E D I S T R I C T S T A T E H I G H

S C H O O L

P A G E 1 7 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

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Year 7 Persuasive Writing Task Should students always wear a school uniform?

Nearly every school around the world has school uniforms but many schools, children and even parents don’t know

just how important the school uniform is. Today you will find out how many students feel left out, what the mindset

is and how a uniform can help. Fellow students, your safety could rely on what we are all wearing today and I am

sure, that after this speech, you will agree that we need uniforms.

In 2018, a survey run by the OECD (the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) showed that 88%

of Australian children feel they did belong inside of the classroom. Quote “Australia performed close to the OECD

average on most questions except ‘other students seem to like me’… 88% compared to the average of 82%” The

OECD on reputable website The Conversation. The result of it improving is because of uniforms and programs. There

are 9397 schools in Australia and on average 506 students attend each school. That means there are 4.754 million

students that go to school, 12% of that would be 570 thousand students, and that 570 thousand students do not feel

like they belong at school. Uniforms are one way to help them because they signify a community or a team. Even now

uniforms have proved to have helped those students and are continuing too. This is why it is obvious that we need

uniforms.

There are so many hard workers and we have the privilege to be those people, to be the dreamers of the future

however, it all starts with a mindset that gets you there. David Burgess, the association's chair, to Miss Vogue said, "A

uniform helps students to improve their academic concentration… …many pupils chose to remain in their uniform

outside of school to complete homework, to remain in the working mind-set.” That is why students keep their uni-

form outside of school. Also having this mindset is proven to have increased students’ results and focus in almost any

grade. This mindset is absolutely necessary for exams, tests and assessments to make sure the student is on task and

is ready to learn.

Keeping students safe is one thing all schools strive to do, which is one of the original reasons why schools chose to

have school uniforms. Lockdowns and fire drills is a practice that all schools take to ensure that the students are

ready for real evacuations or lockdowns. Uniforms is an organised way to easily recognise a student so teachers and

adults could help them. Also if an adult finds a student inside of school hours yet is outside of school that adult can

report that student to the school immediately. Whereas if they did not have a uniform no one could recognise each

other and it would be extremely disorganised. Some people would not go to classes and could possibly be outside of

school unauthorised. Also at events where other schools are involved, the students aren’t just wearing their uniforms

to recognise each other but to also represent their school. So we need uniforms.

So now it is clear that we have to have uniforms inside of schools. From the 570 thousand students that feel that they

are left out to representing schools at carnivals or event. It is obvious that without school uniforms the communities

and the friendships would be less connected and that a uniform creates a good school mindset to work in. A good

school wouldn’t be a good school without them. I am sure that by now you agree with me that we need uniforms.

By Laura

P A G E 1 8

Take a Look at what Universities have on offer! Are you thinking about going to University after high school? Spend some time

these holidays researching the courses that may interest you! Click on the blue

link below and read about the courses on offer at each University!

University of the Sunshine Coast ( USC Moreton Bay) USC

Central Queensland University CQU

Queensland University of Technology ( QUT) QUT

University of Queensland ( UQ) UQ

Griffith University GU

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Cash Collection News Student ID cards:

Student ID cards have now been handed out in Access classes to students who had their

photo taken on school photo day. Students who missed school photo day should come to

have their photo taken in AG10 to order a new 2020 ID card .

Students who have lost or damaged their ID card will require a replacement card. Cost is

$5.45, payable at the Cash Collection office. After payment, receipt needs to be taken to

AG10 to order the replacement card.

ID cards take 2 weeks to be produced. Students will be notified via email and student

notices when the card arrives, and the ID card can be collected at student counter

School Organiser:

Any students needing to purchase a Junior School or Senior School Organiser, may purchase

one from the Cash Collection Office for $6.70.

B Point is available for easy convenient payments. Access B point here : BPOINT

What To Do When...

P A G E 1 9 T E R M 2 , I S S U E 2

What to do when your student is absent

from school :

Phone the student absence line on 3869 9802.

Leave a message any time day or night advising

of students absence from school

What to do when your student needs to

leave early :

Write a note in the student organiser on the

date advising time student needs to leave.

Student shows note to teacher to leave class

Student presents to student counter to get

departure slip.

Ensure you have organised pick up area with

your student

What to do when your student is out of

uniform :

Write a note in the student organiser on the

date advising why they are out of uniform.

What to do when your student is late to

school :

Write a note in student organiser on the date

advising why they are late.

Puzzling Answers !! Answers from the last newsletter

1) Choices!

2) Green is not a primary colour

December has 31 days

Calculus is not a cloud

Cabbages are not a root vegetable

Tricky Questions?

1) What occurs once in every minute,

twice in every moment,

but never in a thousand years?

2) 1 is 3.

3 is 5.

5 is 4.

4 is 4.

What is 7?

Did you know?

Grasshoppers have ears in their bellies!

Unlike humans, grasshoppers do not have ears on

the side of their head. Like the ears of people, the

grasshopper sound detector is a thin membrane

called a tympanum, or “eardrum”. In adults, the

tympanum is covered and protected by the wings,

and allows the grasshopper to hear the songs of its

fellow grasshoppers.

The grasshopper tympanum is adapted to vibrate in

response to signals that are important to the

grasshopper. Male grasshoppers use sounds to call

for mates and to claim territory. Females can hear

the sound that males make and judge the relative

size of the male from the pitch of the call (large

males make deeper sounds). Other males can hear

the sounds and judge the size of a potential rival.

Males use this information to avoid fights with larger

male grasshoppers or to chase smaller rivals from

their territory.