Le Fevre High School

Principal: Rob Shepherd Tel: (08) 8449 7004 Web: www.lefevrehs.sa.edu.au Email: dl.0814_info@schools.sa.edu.au

NEWSLETTER

Issue 5, September 2016

From the Principal

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Welcome Assembly:

This was a very positive event for the school where student attendance and academic awards were presented, the staff service awards were

announced to the school community and Deklan Soeroes was presented with a certificate by Mr Malcolm McInerney from DECD for his success in winning the Spirit of ANZAC Competition. Malcolm visits many schools in his role and he told me that our assembly was the best one he has been to compared to other schools. High praise indeed for our school community!

STEM Works: this is our big news

for this report. We are a part of the State Government’s $250m STEM works plan. All our partnership sites on the Peninsula have been included in this plan which is fabulous for our sites. In all there are 139 sites across the state which is about 1/3 of all Primary and Secondary schools involved in this Capital Works program. There are two key elements to the project. One is that the building works are an economic stimulation package and the second is the desire of DECD to bring Science, Mathematics Technology and Engineering (STEM) facilities up to a standard that will allow for modern approaches to enquiry and problem based learning pedagogies to flourish in our schools. Why? The government is recognising the importance of these STEM skill sets to our future economic prosperity of South Australia and indeed Australia.

So far: We have had our project

manager appointed: Mr Tony Foster who we know well. Architects will be allocated to us within the next two weeks, there will then be a 6-week consultation period with the school to determine concept plans followed by a scope of works to the value of $2.5 million in which we are planning to include remodelling of the ground floor of A block, and new equipment. We are also planning further works in building 7 (the most southerly Technology Studies building). All this is

still to be finally determined in the scope of works. There will be 3 phases to this state wide project, some sites will get works this year, some next and some in 2018. ALL the projects need to be completed by December 2018. We await our allocated time slot! In our case it will not be possible to be this year due to the other capital works projects here.

Over the state it is anticipated that

there will be very little in the way of NEW buildings as DECD is not planning to increase its building footprint, but rather to rework existing structures. (Student population is not growing to justify further new buildings.)

The ACER (Australian Council for

Educational Research) national conference in Brisbane this year focussed on STEM research. Regional Office leaders, some of our Primary partners and Eddie Grzeskowiak, Laurence Fletcher and I attended this excellent conference in week 3. We learnt much and gained many ideas to integrate into the planning of our STEM works project through this conference.

Languages Centre and other Facilities: Phase III update. The Basket Ball (multipurpose courts) have commenced in the recent holiday break; the art rooms tender has been put out. We have just had our ’start up’ meeting and construction works are expected to commence later this term. The new Languages Centre design has been finalised with seven modules allowing the languages team to relocate their office space into the building freeing up their upstairs office for other purposes. We expect the buildings to be on site mid next term and ready for handover at the start of 2017.

Ambassadors: Six of our

Ambassadors accompanied me to the State Government Cabinet community event on Day 1 of the term. Our students were simply stunning and so much so that the Premier’s office has requested that they have one of their Cabinet meetings here at LFHS later this year.

Staffing News: we have been

informed that we are one of the sites to

Inside this Issue:

Principal’s Report ............... 1/2

Photo Gallery ................... …3

Awards ................................. 4

Medical Condition Info .......... 5

Apprenticeship Broker .......... 6

Community Notices............... 7

Materials and Charges .......... 8

Fri 2 Sept Wattle Day School Closure Mon 12 Sept Governing Council Fri 16 Sept Yr8 Arts/Tech Changeover Mon 26-Fri 30 Sept Yr 10 Work Experience Fri 30 Sept

End of Term 3 Mon 17 Oct Beginning Term 4

Coming events:

2016 Term dates:

Term 1

1st February - 15th April Term 2

2nd May - 8th July Term 3

25th July - 30th September Term 4

17th October - 16th December

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From the Principal cont

benefit from the new DECD initiative to have access to one of the 60 Social Work personnel appointed across SA. These personnel will service a number of sites. The base school will be determined at our next partnership meeting in Week 4 of term 3.

STEM Primary Visiting: This process is still going

very well. We had the Largs Bay year 6 students attend on Thursday 4th August and they had a very successful day working on atmospheric observations and building anemometers and wind vanes.

Aboriginal Education Camp was in week 9 last

term to the Flinders Ranges area. This was another very successful event for the students and staff.

Ice Factor Spectacular: The biannual fund raiser

is on in September for this program again at the Hilton Hotel Ball Room.

AMC trip: Week 9. This visit also was very

successful with students participating in a wide range of taster programs at the AMC Launceston Campus.

International activities: We have recently had a

Mongolian teacher (Ms Oyunsanaa Tserendash) visiting in August as a part of our ongoing relationship with School #45 in Ulaan Baator. She was very positive about her experience with us at Le Fevre High.

There will also be an incoming visit from Sekolah

Pilar Indonesia in November and we are currently receiving notifications regarding Full Fee paying students for 2017.

We have had our first meeting for the 2017 Laos

Cambodia trip. Good interest at this time.

The underground power supply for the new electronic information sign was installed on Friday 5 August. Next will be the fitting of the unit into the existing sign at the front of the school so we can get out multiple information in a more timely and eye catching manner.

Electronic communications: Course selection:

Thank you all for participating in our new web based course selection process this year. The Course Counselling day went well and I thank all who contributed to its success. Next we are progressing the move to an online newsletter later this year as well as on-line appointment booking system for future Parent-Teacher interviews and using our DAY MAP Portal for an electronic diary for students. We have been investigating a range of products and what other schools have introduced. We are still on track to have this in place by the next Parent Teacher interview Cycle at the start of Term 4.

Year 8 Numbers: we have an initial allocation of

132 students. This is up from an allocation of 106 last year so we are hopeful this will be a very strong intake for us in 2017. I sincerely thank our key transition team of Craig Bailey, Liam Narcys and Ty Duerden assisted by all other staff for this outcome. Regards Rob Shepherd Principal

Deklan receiving his Spirit of ANZAC certificate from Malcolm McInerney, DECD . Deklan will

travel to Vietnam in the October holidays on a study tour as a part

of his award.

Ambassadors with Education Minister Close

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Hiroshima Day Ceremony

Welcoming Oyunsanaa Tserendash to our school for a 2 week visit

STEM models

Staff working on literacy professional learning on August 2nd

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Academic Achievement and Commendation Awards

Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12

Mija C Sheridan A Deklan S Rebecca A Tianne A

Jakirah T Cameron C Abhira R Michael B Aaron C

Amber M Nicole H Alanna O Elanya B Jake C

Taylor J Lucy G Kasey M Janelle C Claire S

Maddy R Taylah M Cooper M Kita C Trey W

Zoe P Jemma D Cheyanne H Jayvee C Yun D

Amber F Angela D Jess F Jessica L Kimberly E

Maya O Isaac B Chloe B Nikki McD Joseph H

Thomas H Kevin S Jordan T Rebecca S Lindsay A

Tom B Aidan W Molly C Mitchell L

Jack J Tjay D Bridget G Lachlan M

Ky W Jessica P James P Cara B

Cian K Hannah B Issy B Harry J

Gibson NC Brayden M

Kartika P

Cathy W

Morga S

Zane L

Our key focus this year has been development of Literacy across the school. Our staff have been working in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) on Tuesday afternoons, focusing on evaluating student work and constructing teaching approaches that support student access to tasks at all literacy levels. Part of this work has involved the staff building their understanding of the demanding literacy requirements of the Australian Curriculum. This term’s student free day was planned around supporting the work of our PLCs. This entailed building in depth knowledge through reviewing NAPLAN requirements and learning about approaches staff can use with students to develop their literacy skills. We were supported in our endeavours by a second visit from Bronwyn Custance, an expert in all things Literacy. Staff worked as a whole group for the morning session and then for the remainder of the day, Bronwyn worked with the staff PLCs utilising this new knowledge to refine teaching approaches. Troy Barker Assistant Principal

Student Free Day 5th August

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OUR SCHOOL VALUES CARE

COMMITMENT

CO-OPERATION RESPECT

AS WE ACHIEVE TOGETHER

Medical Condition Information

STUDENTS WITH A MEDICAL CONDITION REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING HEALTH CARE PLAN These are specific to the student’s medical condition ie Asthma, Epilepsy, Anaphylaxis etc. These plans are to be developed and completed by your GP or specialist. All health care plans should be monitored and reviewed every 12 months and earlier if the family has concerns or if there is any change in the support needs of the child. MEDICATION AUTHORITY Students must not administer their own medication, it should be given to Student Services in the original chemist packaging stating the child’s name and dosage information along with a Medication Authority form completed by your GP or specialist.

We kindly ask you keep the school up to date with current information ie phone numbers, emergency contacts and address. These requirements are to assist education workers, in partnership with the families and health professionals, so we can ensure we are able to respond effectively to your child in case of an emergency. We appreciate your co-operation in this matter, if you have any questions in relation to managing Medical Conditions or obtaining a copy of the mentioned forms, please contact the First Aid Officer on 84497004.

Example of the required forms:

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APPRENTICESHIP BROKER Interested in starting an Apprenticeship? Book a meeting to see Vicki to further investigate your options See Nicole in Student Services to make an appointment. Vicki is available on Mondays between 12.00 and 2.00 pm

Vicki Bryant Mobile: 0458 564 603

vicki.bryant@sa.gov.au

Community Advertising

Emergency foster carers needed Foster care agencies are currently seeking emergency and short term foster carers.

What is emergency foster care? Sometimes children need urgent placement with a foster carer because there are concerns for the child’s immediate safety. These placements can occur any time, day or night, including after

hours and on weekends. ‘Emergency’ does not mean you start today. All foster carers receive thorough training and

assessment to ensure the children placed with you are safe and that you have the skills needed to provide quality care. For more information, visit the Families SA website.

Contact: Program Officer, Foster Care Services, Maria Krahling, phone 8226 6617

Scholarship

CAS HAWKER $60,000 University Scholarship

Information for Year 12 students:

The CAS Hawker scholarship is available again for university entrants. It is worth $60,000 over 3 years to a student going into university. Selection is largely based on personal qualities and demonstrated

leadership as well as academic ability. Applications open on 5th December and close on Friday 6th January 2017.... information and an application form is available at www.hawkerscholarship.org I urge year 12 students to have a look at this very generous scholarship. Please see me if you would like to hear more about this opportunity.

Regards Rob Shepherd

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Community Advertising

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Western Magic Basketball Club is holding its annual trials day during the afternoon of Sunday August 21st at the St Clair Recreation Centre on Woodville Road. Anyone between the ages of 5 and 18 is invited to come out, speak to club staff and coaches and find out everything that you need to know about getting involved in district basketball. Magic has a junior development program that is held in high regard and provides opportunities at all levels in a setting that is fun, affordable and that produces results.

Full details including times are at

www.magic.basketball.net.au or give

the club a call on 0433 7 MAGIC.

SOFTBALL BACK IN THE OLYMPICS TOKYO 2020

WELCOME TO SEASON 2016-17

PRE-SEASON TRAINING Continues on SUNDAYS 9.00am to 10.30am

JUBILEE RESERVE: HAWKESBURY WAY: WEST LAKES SHORE

U11 – U13 – U15 – U17 GIRLS

28 August, 11 September, 18 September 25th September

(No training on Father’s Day: 4 September) **Games are played on Saturday mornings from 11.00am at Softball South Australia at WEST

BEACH in Term 4, starting on October 8th.

**Port Adelaide will be entering JUNIOR Teams in the Softball South Australia October Long

Weekend Carnival, at West Beach.

**For further information please contact Deb Kennedy either by email cc.kennedy@hotmail.com or

by phone (mobile) 0418-817882.

**BRING a SOFTBALL GLOVE if you have one. Maybe you can borrow a Glove from your

School?

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LE FEVRE HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT CARD PAYMENT AUTHORISATION

ABN 46 522 360 921

2016 MATERIALS AND SERVICES CHARGE $470.00

Card No: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Verification:_ _ _ Expiry Date: …..../…….

Card Holder’s Name: ……………………………………………………………………………….…. Amount: $ 470.00

Signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Please Tick One:

Payment for: 2016 M and S CHARGE MasterCard: □

Student’s name: ……………………………………………………..…………………………………. Visa Card: □

2016 Materials and Services Charges

Prompt payment of your account would be appreciated. Please contact the school if you require any assistance with payment options listed below:

Payment of school accounts can be made in cash, by cheque or by using Visa or Master Card credit facility (in person or over the phone or by completing the credit card details on the statement and returning to school with your child), by EFTPOS, B Point or Qkr. Please see our website www.lefevrehs.sa.edu.au for instructions to assist you in setting up the Qkr app.

2016 SCHOOL CARD GRANT SCHOOL CARD GRANT is a Commonwealth Government Grant for the purpose of paying Materials & Services Charges for eligible families. The amount of the grant in 2016 will be $303.00 for Secondary Students. Assessment for eligibility is made on taxable income for the 2014/2015 financial year. A new application for the School Card Grant must be completed and lodged each year. Application forms and more information about the grant are available from the school, please call us.

Please be advised that the SMS phone number for advising of STUDENT ABSENCES is 0438 130 557.

SMS Systems Overdue Text/Library Books

Text and Library books are valuable school resources. We ask that families search for any overdue books and return them to the school as soon as possible.

STUDENTS WITH A MEDICAL CONDITION REQUIRE A HEALTH CARE PLAN These are specific to the student’s medical condition i.e., Asthma, Epilepsy, Anaphylaxis etc. These Plans can be obtained from Student Services and must be completed by the parent and signed off by the Doctor.

STUDENTS ON MEDICATION Students must not administer their own medication, it should be given to Student Services in the original chemist packaging stating dosage information along with written consent from the parent.

If you have any questions in relation to managing medical conditions or first aid support for your child, please contact the First Aid Officer at school.

First Aid Medical Support