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Website www.chinchillashs.eq.edu.auEmail admin@chinchillashs.eq.edu.au

Issue 1117 September 2020

Congratulations to Cameron Rollings, Keegan Luckraft and Nathan Rollings for coming

second place at the Queensland Squash Titles.

The boys were part of the Under 15 Boys Darling

Downs Squash side that competed at the State

Schools Squash Championships in Toowoomba

last week.

During the four-day championships, the boys

played up to five games of squash a day

including doubles, mixed doubles and single

matches.

They competed against teams from Wide Bay,

Metropolitan North, Northern and Metropolitan

West.

The Under 15 Darling Downs boys team

consisted of Cameron Rollings, Nathan

Rollings, Keegan Luckraft and two boys from

Toowoomba.

This is the first time in ‘quite a while’ that a

Darling Downs U15 team has made the podium.

Well done!

SQUASHING THE COMPETITION

Dear parents, students, staff and community supporters, Last week we received exciting news that the redevelopment of our Netball courts are about to start. This has been a long time in the planning and at the conclusion we will have national standard courts. The new courts, when combined with our indoor courts, will mean our town will be able to host regional and state carnivals. I have to thank the Western Downs Regional Council, Education Queensland and Chinchilla Netball Association who all contributed funds to make sure this project got off the ground. This has been especially important to one of our previous parents Kelly Statham who was instrumental in lobbying the Council years ago for some high standard courts in Chinchilla. Thanks Kelly for the work that you have done and continue to do for Netball in Chinchilla. Over the holidays, from Tuesday 22 September, the old courts will be ripped up in preparation for three new courts. The whole project is planned to be completed by Christmas.On Thursday last week I had the privilege of interviewing nine Year 11

students for the position of 2021 School Captains. I was impressed with the calibre of each student and what they can bring to the role. On Tuesday each of the candidates gave speeches to the Year 11s which was another great opportunity to see them shine in front of their peers. We will be announcing the 2021 Captains after the holidays, which is earlier than normal, but we felt this would give our incoming captains more time to be mentored by our current captains. I am constantly impressed with how resilient our students have been during this year and again this term. Our aim has been to make school as normal as possible for them while balancing the restrictions that need to put in place to protect everyone who comes on site. I want to thank our staff who at all times have the welfare of our student as their main focus and, to you our parents and guardians, for the support that you give your children.We are now off on two weeks holiday and school returns on Tuesday 6 October. Have a relaxing break if you are getting one.

RegardsMr Ian Insley

What's Happening

September

18 Cross Country

Last Day Term 3

October

5 Queen’s Birthday Holiday

6 Frist Day Term 4

9 Grin and Tonic

21 Careers Expo

23 Book Week Dress-Up

26- 17 Nov

Year 12 External Assessments

November

20 Year 12 Last Day

Valedictory

Formal

From the Principal

National History Challenge

UpdateState judges have been in contact this week to request that the entries of Skyla Llewellyn, Jill Radke and Kelsy Walker proceed to national judging! A massive congratulations must go to these Year 9 ladies again for the enormous amount of work they have put into these history entries. The judges were particularly impressed by Kelsy and Jill’s virtual museum and Skyla’s escape room. We wish them all the best as their submissions are judged this week.

Mrs Laura HillHistory Teacher

Book Week 202017-23 OCTOBER 2020

This year the Children’s Book Council of Australia moved the dates of Book Week to later in the year due to Covid-19. It will now be held on 17-23 October.

Chinchilla State High School will once again be celebrating Book Week with activities, excursions and other special events to highlight the importance of reading. As part of the celebrations, the school will have a dress-up day where students and staff can come dressed as their favourite book character. This year the dress-up day is Friday 23 October.

More information on guest presenters, activities and excursions will be announced at the start of Term 4.

This year’s Inter-house Cross Country is on tomorrow. Dress in your house colours, participate, cheer and support each other. Students are to arrive to school in full school uniform and then change into their running gear/house colours during the lunch break.Date: Friday 18 SeptemberTime: 12.30 – 3.05pmSpectators must remain outside of school grounds at all times.

Form Class 8.50 - 9.00

Period 1 9.00 - 10.10

Morning Tea 10.10 - 10.50

Period 2 10.50 - 12.00

Lunch 12.00 - 12.30

Assemble in H Block (Hall) in Form Classes for roll marking/briefing

12.30 - 12.40

Transition to House Areas 12.40 - 12.55

First Race 1.00pm Sharp

Inter-house Cross Country

Age Group Race Distance Race Time

12/13yrs Boys 3km (3 laps) 1.00pm Sharp

12/13yrs Girls 3km (3 laps) 1.05pm (approx.)

14/15yrs Boys 4km (4 laps) 1.25pm (approx.)

14/15yrs Girls 4km (4 laps) 1.30pm (approx.)

16/17/18yrs Boys 6km (6 laps) 1.50pm (approx.)

16/17/18yrs Girls 4km (4 laps) 1.55pm (approx.)

Loud hailer will sound to indicate all students are to finish the lap they’re on

2.35pm (approx.)

Students to assemble under shade structures for presentations

2.45pm

Cross Country Proceedings 2020Please note all race times are a guide only, and are subject to change.

Cross Country Course

Skating down the street, hair flying in the wind, the sun giving colour to the world and a metal pole that appeared out of nowhere. Timmy’s day had only just begun. An expert team of future paramedics and nurses, guided by real-life medical professionals, rushed to help Timmy with his broken leg and throbbing head. Welcome to the first task of last week’s Aspire2Health workshop. Throughout the day, wise words were spoken, helpful tips were given and bright smiles were shared. However, for Timmy, he left for the emergency room having had no heart rate twice, a broken leg and a broken skateboard. Poor Timmy!Aspire2Health, a collaboration between Griffith University and the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) and the Queensland Ambulance Service, provides an opportunity for students with an interest in health-related careers to observe a simulated emergency with paramedics, doctors and nurses and have fun learning some key skills which are taught in a health degree. We learnt how to suture and make a cast, had a CPR masterclass and found out what it is like to be a pregnant woman. These activities were lots of fun and were very enjoyable. Keegan Luckraft said ‘I really loved the experience! The day helped further my understanding of the different opportunities available in the medical field.’On behalf of the students, I would like to thank Mrs Griffiths for organising students to attend. This was a great experience that has influenced our future career choices.

Max HartYear 10 Student

TIMMY TAKES A TUMBLE

Supporting children of all ages after traumaIt can help to focus on the basics – for example, offering your child regular healthy snacks and meals, making time for them to exercise or play outside, and encouraging a good night’s sleep. This will help to keep your child’s mind and body healthy as they settle down.It’s also important to talk with your child about the event – what caused it and what’s going to happen next. For example, ‘The fire burned our house down. While it’s being rebuilt, we’ll live with Aunty Lisa and Uncle Dave. You’ll still be able to go to school and see your friends’.Your child is learning to deal with strong feelings. Some children might express strong feelings through challenging behaviour, whereas others might become quiet and withdrawn. Your child will need your love, understanding and patience, but family rules about behaviour are still important.When you feel your child is ready, encourage your child to get back into the things they enjoyed before the trauma, like playing sport or visiting friends. And look for new positive activities that your child might enjoy.

Teenagers after trauma: tips for helping them recoverAfter a traumatic event, some teenagers might feel different and isolated from their peers. Some might get involved in risky behaviour like drinking. Here are some ideas for supporting your teenage child during this time: If your child is blaming himself

for what happened, let him know that it’s normal to feel like this but that the event wasn’t caused by anything he did or didn’t say or do.

If you think your child might be hiding her feelings, encourage her to express them. Let her know that they’ll be easier to handle over time. For example, ‘I think most people are feeling pretty down at the moment. I know I am. But it’s OK to feel that way. These feelings will pass in time, so we’ll just have to be patient’. Your child might also

like to check on her friends to see how they’re going.

If your child is behaving disrespectfully or ignoring family rules, let him know why he’s acting this way. For example, ‘You’re cross with me because you’re really angry. How about we go for a run to get some of that anger out?’

If your child is having problems at school, talk with her and her teachers about what has happened. You can ask the school whether your child could see a school psychologist or counsellor, have more time to finish assignments or reduce her study load.

If your child is taking dangerous risks – for example, drinking or taking drugs – start by talking to your family GP. It might also help to ask a relative or trusted family friend to talk with your child.

If your child wants to rush into life decisions – for example, leaving school – let him know that it’s best to leave the big decisions until life has calmed down.

If you or your child/ren are having issues, do not suffer in silence. Call Parentline for on-the-phone counselling on 1300 30 1300 at the cost of a local call. Your child/ren may want to access Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 at no cost. 1800 Respect is a 24-hour national sexual assault and domestic violence counselling helpline..

Ms Kiara O’GormanGuidance Officer

PBL CornerAs we start the last week of Term 2, we have faced a great deal of personal, social and educational changes and challenges. In general, we are very proud of how students have coped and been resilient throughout this time. Over the last two weeks we have been focusing on: always wearing the school uniform correctly and always follow staff instructions and allow others to learn. Though we have a new focus for this week, we still expect all students to continue to be responsible and respectful. Student stress levels will still be high as final assessments are completed. We hope that they have put in a 100% effort and their behaviour in class and around the school is of an excellent standard. Let’s not drop the ball now, with only a few days left in the term.

Week 10’s focus is:Be a Learner Aim for 100% attendance

Ms Donna NewtonPBL Team Member

SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER 1 PM

1, 5 OR 9 HOLES

PRIZES TO BE WON

1 HOLE FOR KIDS 5 -7

$5 INCLUDES DRINK AND CHIPS

5 HOLES – AGES 8 – 12

AGES 13 – 15 9 HOLES – AGES 8 – 12

AGES 13 – 15

$10 INCLUDES GREEN FEES A DRINK AND CHIPS

KIDS UNDER 12 MUST HAVE A PARENT WITH THEM

NAMES TO CHINCHILLA GOLF CLUB – 4662 7438

Media WatchThis term the Year 8s have been busy in English analysing the media. In their speech the students have called out news companies for misrepresenting minority groups such as; the police, females, athletes and politicians. Students discussed valuable life lessons around the importance of reading and viewing a variety of news from a variety of sources. We questioned the media about the language and images used to represent groups of people and individuals. Below are some excerpts from their assessment speeches. • “In the article, ‘Sports, crime and money: Athletes

gone wrong’ written by CNBC, they push their message that fame in sports leads to crime and violence, they pump this text full of opinion, then sprinkle fact throughout to deceive their reader and ensnare them in a trap of lies”. – Bailey Barber

• “The author also uses a metaphor in the words ‘Wake-up call’ to brainwash the audience into perceiving him as a scandalised character whilst the report only regards one bad decision. These are only some of the ways Channel Seven has dragged the audience away from the truth. Why should we believe Channel Seven? Can we trust them to tell us the full story?” – Summer Easterbrook

• “The devil’s tool, which is the media, has recently interviewed politicians and portrayed them as scarecrows. This can be proved from the cartoon created by Lethbridge. I believe the authors’ purpose of this article is to persuade you that politicians are acting like monsters. Is this the truth or lies the media wants you to believe?” – Keyen Harrison

• “What will people think if they only read one construction of men? It is very unfair for men to live with brainwashed zombies fearing them because of the stories they have heard. If the media doesn’t tell the truth men won’t have the opportunity to show who they really are. So men, will you show those monsters that you are more?” – Natasha Mount

• “Every screen in the media shows lies and deceptions made from a mind of it’s own. What lies have they been telling us? We most expose the truth and show everyone that the media are devils.” – Lance Quinonez

Mrs Joanne ManandharEnglish Teacher

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