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conjunction with the University of NSW will commence research into this project soon, with the hope of it expanding across to other regions. We applied for and were recently granted a $25,000 grant (ClubGrants) to support the research. The Learning Centre has been very successful, providing support for HSC students throughout the day; students requiring extra learning support, and open to all students staying back after school to receive free tuition and support for homework (Monday Thursday, 3.05 – 4.30pm) Reminder–attendance! Please ensure your child gets to school before 8.30 each day, and attends regularly. Poor habits can be created if this isn‟t monitored by families. We keep a comprehensive check on student attendance, and I will be evaluating soon any inconsistent patterns and arranging conversations with families where required. On behalf of all the staff, we wish our HSC students every success in the upcoming exams! Acknowledging our achievements – a half year report I would like to report on some of our achievements: Ashcroft High School has focused heavily on supporting its teachers to be the best practitioners in NSW. This has required significant investment in time and commitment by all teachers and senior staff over a number of years. The result is that the quality of classroom practice is universally very high, with a strong focus on the intellectual quality of student interaction in class and their engagement with the content of the lessons. Our data is telling us that each year is continuing to reach higher standards. Students have been heavily involved as equal partners in the quality of their classes. They are currently providing feedback about their lessons as they have done over the last few years. Equally, the Student Leadership Council (SLC) has been developing and presenting lesson material to support Year 8 classes prepare their approach to learning in the classroom. Together, this work is of the highest standard, ensuring that student outcomes continue to be improved. Our unique focus on literacy linked to our teaching and learning approach has enabled students to garner continuing confidence in their overall learning. Early results in Year 7 are positive. We will soon begin using new software to record student targets, so that students can keep an eye on their progress in conjunction with their teachers. Ashcroft HS initiated and developed the Clinical Coordinator program this year, and it has expanded to two days per week. Leanne Silm is a highly qualified Registered Nurse, and is currently screening a quarter of our Year 7 students. We are assessing a range of medical issues, referring any outstanding problems to appropriate medical professionals and measuring changes to learning outcomes. The new Ingham‟s Medical Research Institute (Liverpool Hospital) in Principal Report - Mr T Noon September 2012 ASHCROFT ACTION Ashcroft High School Centre of Excellence in the Performing Arts www.ashcroft-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Maxwells Ave , Ashcroft Phone: 9607-8011 Fax: 9607-6562 Special points of interest: Year 12 major works Year 12 Art works Term 4 starts on Monday 8th October Healthy Schools & Beacon updates Interesting articles written by students Inside this issue: Creative Arts Report - Yr12 art 2 & 3 Science Report Healthy Schools 4 Beacon Program Update 5 & 6 Library Report 7 Parent Retreat 8 Student Support Services Report 9 Yr 12 Major Works Wood & Technology 12 & 13

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Page 1: September 2012 ASHCROFT ACTION...Ms Brady and Mrs Weeden, they have influenced me to paint using different techniques rather than flat and 2D. The use of thickener and different colour

conjunction with the University of NSW will commence research into this project soon, with the hope of it expanding across to other regions. We applied for and were recently granted a $25,000 grant (ClubGrants) to support the research. The Learning Centre has been very succes sful , providing support for HSC students throughout the day; students requiring extra learning support, and open to all students staying back after school to receive free tuition and support for homework (Monday – Thursday, 3.05 – 4.30pm)Reminder–attendance! Please ensure your child gets to school before 8.30 each day, and attends regularly. Poor habits can be created if this isn‟t monitored by families. We keep a comprehensive check on student attendance, and I will be evaluating soon any inconsistent patterns and arranging conversations with families where required. On behalf of all the staff, we wish our HSC students every success in the upcoming exams!

Acknowledging our

achievements – a half year

report

I would like to report on some of our achievements:

Ashcroft High School has f o c u s e d h e a v i l y o n supporting its teachers to be the best practitioners in NSW. This has required significant investment in time and commitment by all teachers and senior staff over a number of years. The result is that the quality of c lassroom pract i ce i s universally very high, with a strong focus on the intellectual quality of student interaction in class and their engagement with the content of the lessons. Our data is telling us that each year is continuing to reach higher standards. Students have been heavily involved as equal partners in the quality of their classes. They are currently providing feedback about their lessons as they have done over the last few years. Equally, the Student Leadership Council (SLC) has been developing and presenting lesson material to support Year 8 c la s se s prepare the i r

approach to learning in the classroom. Together, this work is of the highest standard, ensuring that student outcomes continue to be improved. Our unique focus on literacy linked to our teaching and learning approach has enabled students to garner continuing confidence in their overall learning. Early results in Year 7 are positive. We will soon begin using new software to record student targets, so that students can keep an eye on their progress in conjunction with their teachers. Ashcroft HS initiated and developed the Clinical Coordinator program this year, and it has expanded to two days per week. Leanne Silm is a highly qualified Registered Nurse, and is currently screening a quarter of our Year 7 students. We are assessing a range of medical issues, referring any outstanding problems to a p p r o p r i a t e m e d i c a l professionals and measuring c h a n g e s t o l e a r n i n g outcomes. The new Ingham‟s Medical Research Institute (Liverpool Hospital) in

Principal Report - Mr T Noon

September 2012

ASHCROFT ACTION Ashcroft High School Centre of Excellence in the Performing Arts

www.ashcroft-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Maxwells Ave , Ashcroft Phone: 9607-8011 Fax: 9607-6562

Special points of

interest:

Year 12 major works

Year 12 Art works

Term 4 starts on

Monday 8th October

Healthy Schools &

Beacon updates

Interesting articles

written by students

Inside this issue:

Creative Arts Report - Yr12 art

2 & 3

Science Report Healthy Schools

4

Beacon Program Update

5 & 6

Library Report 7

Parent Retreat 8

Student Support Services Report

9

Yr 12 Major Works Wood & Technology

12 &

13

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Congratulations to Year 12 V i su a l Ar t s on t he completion of their major Body of Works. After a year of hard work and dedication, this young group of aspiring artists completed works beyond their expectations and delivered resolved, unique and Post Modern works surrounding themes of culture, family, Aboriginality, life, technology. It is a credit to these young individuals and the Creative Arts department are extremely proud of their efforts. Below is a sample of their Artist‟s Statements.

Georgina Bitar

“Vacant Dawn” Painting

My artwork explores various scenes of Lenoid Afremov‟s p a i n t i n g s , e x p r e s s e d throughout 3 panels. The use of contrast found in complementary colours creates the intention of isolation and loneliness. I have included an attached audio track in order to engage the audience so they can experience the sound of that particular scene. With the help of my two art teachers Ms Brady and Mrs Weeden, they have influenced me to pa int us ing d i f fe rent techniques rather than flat and 2D. The use of thickener and different colour tones allows the audience to understand the Roman and Paris type landscapes /

reflections. My thoughts of my final body of work varied all throughout Year 12, however through hard work and help of my teachers I identified a more confident and mature approach to painting.

Feryal Awick

“Islamic Episodes” Moasics

My Visual Arts bodyof work intentionally emphasises the Islamic religion, which focuses on worship and praying to our God. Therefore I have used all of my knowledge and experience to create multiple mosaics that represent certain aspects of my religion such as the prayers that we say, the mosque that we go to pray in and the Hajj, where all Islamic individuals go to perform a pilgrimage. My mosaics all express the various aspects of my Islamic religion and what it means to me. Furthermore, the historical significance of mosaic is expressed by an ancient art form using tiny pieces of tile and glass to create a picture. Initially, they were mostly displayed in re ligious s t r u c t u r e s , s u c h a s synagogues, cathedrals and monas ter ie s . Al though mosaics began thousands of years ago, artists still use this popular art technique today to form and beautify homes, expressing creativity through decorating walls, floors and artworks.

Jordon Mose

“Samoan Skulls” Drawing

My artworks explore the use of traditional Samoan patterns and cultural symbols which are collaborated within my own symbols which I have created. The use of the skulls was to help emphasis the idea of “elders die, culture lives on” which is a common saying within the Samoan Culture, having the skulls represent death, although the patterns are used to represent the everlasting life of Samoan culture and traditions. The text that are written in „agaga o Samoa‟ (Samoan native language) are songs of praise and tradition, and the texts within the eyes tells the story of the Goddess of War „Nafanua‟. The Samoan culture was a main influence in creating my artworks. The uses of pens helped me create a tattoo like image and effect to my artworks, almost like „tatau‟ which is Samoan for „tattoo‟. All of these things combined helped me express all the themes I wanted to be showcased, which led me to title my artworks “Samoan Soul Skulls”.

Amy Duffy

“United States of Amy” Collage

My collective works are a

reflection of the last four

years of my life. Every

personal appearance is based

on an emotion or dream I

Creative Arts - Ms R Brady-Barlow

Year 12 have

produced some

excellent quality

art work after a

year of hard

work and

dedication..

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have had. The constant changes in my persona often left me confused and angry and I tended to act out. This project was like a coming out of sorts, letting people see how lonely or weird my life can get. It can be like feeling lonely in a crowded room.

There are awards to reflect my achievements before high school and diary entries and b o x i n g t o u r n a m e n t advertisements to show my growing aspects of life and new interests. The title was inspired by a TV show called “United States of

Tara”. The basis of this show is a middle aged woman who changes personalities every day. This title was a perfect fit to my work and pretty much explains it all in four words.

Creative Arts continued…….

Best

of luck

to year 12

2012

for your

HSC

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A talented group of Musicians have formed both the Junior and Senior Ashcroft High School Bands. After two terms of hard work, lunchtime rehearsals and learning new pieces, both bands showcased their unique talents at the Creative Arts

Performing Arts Nights with the songs “We Are Young” by FUN and “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder.

The bands have continued practicing and we are looking forward to growing bigger and better and incorporating more performances in the

years to come. A special thanks is needed to Mr James and Mr Ayala-Spare for their Musical leadership and allowing our students to strive beyond the classroom.

Ashcroft High School runs the Healthy Schools Program. This program strives to help increase the amount of physical activity students participate in each day. Crunch Club gives students the opportunity to participate in physical activity and to try new activities like boxing, circuit training and gym work. Girls Crunch Club runs every Monday afternoon from 3:00pm-4:00pm.

Boys Crunch Club runs every Wednesday and Thursday afternoon from 3:00pm-4:00pm.

Morning Sports run every Thursday and Friday morning from 8:00am-8:30am and puts on offer a range of sports for students to participate in such as soccer, mini tennis, badminton, table tennis, cricket and basketball.

Music - Ms R Brady– Barlow

Healthy Schools Program - By Ms J Thompson

Science - Mrs Azzi

On Tuesday 28th August, the science department had an incursion from „Fissics Education‟. All of year 10, class 8Titanium and selected students were invited to be involved and participated in a very interactive science show. The students were very enthusiastic and enjoyed the presentation which included demonstrations with liquid nitrogen and rockets to help explain the laws of motion. Science club has a great following and is on every Wednesday at recess in the science laboratories. Everyone is welcome to come along to

enjoy the wonderful hands on science experiments each week. Term four will see the construction of rockets and launchings and many other unseen experiments. I take this opportunity on behalf of the science faculty to wish our science students; Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Senior Science all the best in their coming HSC exams and a wonderful future as they move into the next chapter of their lives.

Science department has had another incredibly busy term 3. Our year 9 Marine Studies class researched and planned a seafood menu then cooked the delicacies in their classroom. The students were keen and articulate in their methods and results were delicious. The year 12 Physics class spent the day at UWS for a workshop in medical physics which is an elective module of the HSC course. All stu-dents and teacher came away with greater insight into this important part of their Physics programme.

Year 9

Marine

Studies

cook up a

seafood

delight!!

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Studies have shown that 60minutes of exercise each day helps to:

Increase bone strength Increase physical work capacity (one's ability to perform physical work) Increase joint range of motion or flexibility Improve sense of well being Increase muscular strength Improve glucose regulation (very favourable for diabetics) Decrease blood pressure Improved sleep patterns and levels of anxiety To be involved in the afternoon Crunch Club students must have written permission. Girls can

collect a note from Ms Thompson in the PDHPE staffroom and boys can collect a note from Mr

Chambour in the History staffroom.

Healthy Schools Program continued...

Beacon Program Update - by Ms J Thompson

achieve personal success for t h e m s e l v e s a n d t h e community.

Dress for Success This excursion was for selected Year 10 female students. The girls who attended this day had a wow of a time gaining knowledge of appropriate dress for interviews and valuable skills to better assist them in interviews. The students on this day also received a free interview outfit complete with a handbag, makeup and shoes! A fabulous day had by all!

Intercontinental Visit This excursion was held at Sydney CBD Intercontinental Hotel. It was designed to give students who are interested in pursuing a career in hospitality some hands on experience. Selected Year 10 and Year 11 students were invited to spend 4.5hours at the hotel, interacting with employees and assisting with

the work. Students gained experience on the day in the following areas: front of house, housekeeping, food a n d b e v e r a g e , h o t e l e n g i n e e r i n g a n d maintenance. Participating students who demonstrated engagement have been encouraged to apply for work experience.

Mock Interviews This event was for all students in Year 10. Students were required on the day to be prepared with their resume and to sit with business guests in a mock interview situation. The Mock Interv iews provided students with essential experience and confidence in the job seeking process. Students were interviewed by the likes of the local Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller , School Police Liaison officer Tony Fitzjohn and Business guests from Lloyds International.

The last few months have been extremely exciting and busy for all those involved with the Beacon program. The programs that have run over the last few months have had key focus areas for student self-development and i n c l u d e b u i l d i n g : self-awareness, motivation, personal responsibili ty , positive psychology, goal setting, and emotional intelligence. Students have c o n d u c t e d t he m s e l v e s consistently with diligence and should be proud of their involvement with this program. Keep up the great work!

Recent Events Lunch with the Girls

This excursion was held at Hunts Mote l a t the Crossroads and was for selected Year 10 female students. On the day students interacted members of the community and had the opportunity to develop skills and confidence needed to

Beacon

students

have had a

busy and

exciting few

months...

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Up and Coming Events

BBQ with the Boys- Wednesday the 12th of Sept 2012 This event is for selected Year 10 male students. This program will allow students to spend a day interacting with positive male mentors through a workshop involving physical activities. The program focuses on the d e v e l o p m e n t o f self-awareness, motivation, resilience and responsibility.

Art Competition - Closing date is the 20th of October 2012. This up and coming Art competition is open to all students. Two artworks will be selected from Ashcroft

High School to be showcased in at Sydney CBD. Students are required to create a piece of artwork (paintings, sculptures or media) that fit into the following topics: -Street/School Life

-Youth Unemployment -Teenage Challenges -Future Dreams/Goals The winning art work will be put forward to compete in the final and judged at an end of year event at one of our sponsor‟s offices in the Sydney CBD. Art works will be actioned off to our sponsors and other corporate businesses, so not only will the students be in the running to win an amazing prize but they will have the prestige of having their work

on display within one of our sponsors „B lue Chip‟ corporate offices - very exciting! A huge thank you to Beacon, L l o y d s I n t e r n a t i o n a l , Horizons, local business associates, ex students and staff at Ashcroft High School who have made the Launch of the program a success. Thank you! If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact the school on (02) 9607 8011 and request to speak to Miss Thompson in the PDHPE faculty.

Keep up the fantastic work all!

Beacon Program Update continued…..

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Children’s Book Week We have had a massive amount of books being borrowed this term! Contributing to this was Children‟s Book Week. This year the theme for Children‟s Book Week was „champions read‟ and we sure did have some champion readers. Congratulations to our school top readers for the year so far, who are listed below. Keep up the good work!

Books We are continuing to build up our book collection. Here are just a few of our new titles:

Uncanny by Paul Jennings, Game over by James Patterson, Fly by night by Frances Hardinge, Never have I ever by Sara Shepard, Spirit Bound by Richelle Mead

Recess/Lunch

As always, during lunch time and recess the library has been filled with students. All of whom are

using the library for a variety of different reasons. It is wonderful to see that more and more

students are taking advantage of the computers, books and teachers in the library for study

purposes as well as leisure time.

Author talk: Randa Abdel-Fattah By: Katelyn Lowings year 8

On the 27th of August, our school was lucky enough to get visited by Randa Abdel-Fattah, a

famous author. During her time at Ashcroft high school she saw all of year 7 and year 8. She

spoke to them about her books and what made her write them. She tried to help inspire us to

understand you can‟t judge a book by its cover. She spoke about her days in high school, when

she was picked on because of her culture and beliefs. She spoke about how people stereotyped

her and her culture, but all these things just lead her to start writing stories that related to her

life. One of her first books that she wrote was „does my head look big in this?‟ Randa wrote this

book to express herself, as writing was the only way she could do it. She wrote it when she was in

school and about my age.

Randa helped me to learn that you can‟t always put labels on things. In the end she rewarded me

and another student with a book for writing a review on one of her books.

By Taylor Elsworth year 8

On Friday the 24th of August an author named Randa Abdel-Fattah come to the school to tell us about her books. They are really good. One of them is called „Ten thing I hate about me‟. I wrote a book report on another book called „the friendship matchmaker‟ and I won a signed copy of that book. It was so great Randa could could come to the school. We would like to say a big thank you to Miss Safadi, she did a good job.

Library Report

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1st 2nd 3rd

Yr 7 2011

Jayde Griffin Dean Glennie Amanda Espournoori

Yr 8 2011

Talyor Elsworth Tenyelle Menzies Katelyn Lowings

Yr 9 2011

Rachael Lowings Afrah Al-Issa Ellsie Leota

Yr 10 2011

Stacey Bell Mona El-Moussawel Anna Toth

Yr 11 2011

Wendy Lautusi Bridgette Logan Tony Tran

Need help

with an

assignment?

Check out

the

Homework

Centre which

runs on

Monday to

Thursday for

1 1/2 hours

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On August 14-16 parents and

carers from Ajuga, Campbell

House and Glenfield Park

Schools were invited to

attend the 3rd Hilltop Parent

Retreat Program at Quest for

L i f e a t B u n d a n o o n .

Facilitators at Quest for Life

have designed a tailor made

program to assist parents with

learning new skills and

strategies for coping with the

challenges of everyday life.

Parents and carers have the

Opportunity to share stories,

attend counselling, take part

in workshops, mediate and

l e a rn g en t le exer c i se

techniques. The focus is on

l e a r n i n g a b o u t t h e

importance of self-care and

on how to focus on the

present moment to feel a

sense of peace, in a life that

can sometimes be chaotic. As

a result of the Hilltop

Retreat, parents and carers

have formed new friendships

and a true understanding that

they are not alone in their

journey of supporting and

lov ing ch i ld r en w i th

challenging behaviours and

disabilities. They feel a

connection with others, both

parents and the staff who

attend to support them and

are empowered by the new

knowledge they take away

from the workshops they have

attended at Quest for Life.

T h e p r o g r a m i s

transformational and the

many benefits on the children

who attend the Hilltop

schools can be seen in

improved attendance, positive

and new relationships with

staff and increased school

support from parents and

carers. Two weeks after the

Retreat an evaluation and

lunch was held to allow

parents and carers the

opportunity to share their

experience and talk about

ways in which they have

implemented some of the

changes in their lives. The

following comments were

made:

“I feel like I understand how

important it is to look after

ME now”.

“I didn’t know so many peo-

ple had similar situations as

me”.

“I’ve made friends for the

first time since coming on

this retreat”.

“I’ve never felt so supported

in my life”.

“I’m a better parent now. I

have learnt new ways to deal

with my kids”.

“I feel alive again”.

“I now know that I can make

positive changes that will

benefit all of us”. I would like to extend my

appreciation to Marisa Pjanic,

Principal Campbell House

School, Karen Will is,

Principal Glengield Park

School, Natalie Armstrong,

Principal Ajuga School,

Michael Newcombe, Principal

Busby Public School, Robert

Patruno, Principal Verona

School and Ted Noon,

Principal Ashcroft High

School and their staff

involved in this year‟s quality

program.

Parent Retreat - Hilltop Community of Schools

“I’ve

never

felt so

supported

in my

life”..

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We have had a very productive term this term. Students have participated in a range of activities and presentations such as the „Sign Up for a Job Day,‟ where over 35 students attended interviews for a p p r e n t i c e s h i p s a n d traineeships. Students were prepared for this program through development of resume writing skills and interview techniques. This gave students valuable opportunities to hone their interview and communication skills and develop their confidence. We have also been working closely with a range of organisations to offer students opportunities to apply for apprenticeships and traineeships and also to participate in work experience programs.

In conjunction with Careers, students have been assisted in applying for the Educational Access Scheme for University entrance. This scheme allows students who have suffered long-term disadvantage to a p p l y f o r s p e c i a l consideration. A number of students have expressed an interest in studying TAFE courses as part of their school curriculum next year. They have been supported to select suitable courses and complete applications. If your child brings an application home please discuss this with them and contact the Student Support Services faculty for further information. Indigenous students have also been participating in TAFE taster courses through the „Hands On‟ program. They are trialling courses in hairdressing and automotive.

They have also participated in the Aboriginal Numeracy competition where students have had the opportunity to challenge their peers . Students have also been involved in „Culture Club‟ with Heckenberg Primary School where they shared cultural knowledge with the Primary School students. The Reconciliation Choir also performed the National Anthem in traditional language at the Heckenberg Primary School assembly. Our Clinical Coordinator, Leanne Silm, has been working with Year 7 students and parents, conducting c o m p r eh en s i v e he a l t h assessments and referring students to relevant health services. By the end of the year we will have a health services toolkit available to parents and community

Tips for riding your bicycle safely Always wear an approved bicycle helmet, properly fitted and fastened to your head. For further infor-mation on bicycle helmets, click here.

Always obey the road rules, including traffic lights, stop signs and give way signs.

Ride in a predictable manner that does not require other road users to react suddenly to your movements.

Give hand signals when changing lanes or turning left or right.

Make yourself as visible as possible by wearing bright, light or reflective clothing.

Plan your route using quieter streets, bicycle paths or shared paths, wherever possible.

Maintain control of your bike at all times. It is an offence to ride with both hands off the handlebars, feet off the pedals or to carry anything which prevents you from having control.

To find further information about Bicycles please refer to myResources found at www.rta.nsw.gov.au/myrta/myresources.

Bicycle riders have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers and motorcycle riders. When driving, be on the look out for bicycle riders as they are smaller than cars and harder to see.

Student Support Services - By Mrs A Canobra (HT)

Remember

to always

wear your

helmet

when

riding

your

bicycle!!

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I looked around the room. It had been thoroughly trashed. A piercing screech from behind me made me jump. There was a large parrot sitting on the balcony rail. “Shoo, Shoo!” I said, furious at the mess it had created. I closed the French doors and started to clean up the mess. Just as I picked up the rusty wire trash can, I noticed that all of Grandma‟s papers had been completely blown off the desk. They were everywhere; on the floor, in the bookshelf even inside the piano. Grandma would not be happy when she gets back to the apartment. I raced around the room cleaning, putting this here, putting things there and organizing grandma‟s writing desk. Just as I was almost finished, I noticed the draw that had been half opened. A bottle of ink had been k n o c k e d o v e r o n t o G r a n d m a ‟ s t h i n g . “Grandma‟s thing?” I said aloud to myself. I peered at the ink covered object and gently picked it up. It was a piece of material. The part that wasn‟t covered in ink was soft and smooth and had some sor t o f exot i c embroidery on it. “I‟m back”

I heard a loud voice shout out. I quickly put the material back and closed the draw. “I have an idea” Grandma said. “Why don‟t we take a look in old photos?” “Sure, why not?”

I replied. “And that‟s when Uncle Sam tripped over into the Hudson River” Grandma chuckled. I gave a grin towards Grandma and said “What‟s this?” I pointed towards the old sepia picture of Grandma standing near a HUGE pyramid, holding a piece of material. “Oh, that. That‟s when I went to Egypt when I was young. I got a piece of royal embroidery that‟s worth a fortune” Grandma exclaimed. “I would show you but I‟m afraid I misplaced it. I‟ll have to find it and show you sometime, before you go back to Sydney!” When I walked out on the shore of Cats Eye beach, I wondered. “Was that piece of material the same one as the one in the picture?” A wave of shock moved up my spine. I race back to the apartment and got into the elevator. „Ding‟. I ran towards apartment 66 and open the door. Phew! Grandma was asleep. I quietly tippy toed into grandma‟s writing room

and silently opened the draw. I got out the embroidery and snuck into the kitchen. I then m o v e d t o w a r d s t h e dishwasher and opened it. Then, without delay, I through the material into the dishwasher, closed the door and started it. “Beep” only 1 h o u r t o g o . “Gavin, are you there?” Grandma shouted. “Yeah, I‟m in the sitting room.” Grandma waddled over, sat down and turned the TV on. “Beep, Beep!” I heard the dishwasher and raced into the kitchen. I opened the door. My face tingled from the amount of steam that poured out. The fabric! It was clean! Taking the fabric out of the dishwasher, I slowly got up and ran into Grandma‟s writing room, taking the fabric behind me. I placed it into the draw and closed it. “There you are!” Grandma said “Do you want to go down to the beach for your last day here?” “ Of course I do Grandma, after all my flight is only 4 hours away.” I said, thinking to myself, “Lucky Grandma didn‟t find out about the royal embroidery!”

The Royal Ink - by Harrison Jones 8J4

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Term 4 starts on

Monday 8th October 2012

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Hi , My Name Is Braeley Brotherstone and I am apart of the Australian Navy Cadets, and my

Rank is a Seaman

The ANC is part of the Australian Defence Force where you can get an insight of what the Roy-

al Australian Navy Do on a daily Basis.

My Unit is TS Kanimbla and we are based At Holsworthy Army Barracks, the TS stands for

training ship.

I parade every Wednesday Night from 1800 – 2100, and every second Saturday from 0800 - 1400. The Things I do at Cadets are

Learn how to tie knots, such as – a bowline, reef knot, figure 8 & clove hitch.

How to Rig a Corsair & Parts of a Corsair

How to run Colours & Sunset Ceremonies

How to pipe such as – The still, General call, carry on and the Emergency pipe

How to march properly

Polishing shoes

Learn how to use 2 way radio communication

Marks of respect

How to salute and officer

SLR drill ( Self Loading Rifle )

There are 8 Ranks in the cadets such as : Recruit, Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman,

Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer ,Warrant Office, Midshipman

As A Navy Cadet I am able to go places and do things regular people can‟t do, I recently went

on an Annual Cadet Training week in July also known as an ACT , where I was taught how to

drive a power boat & How to Take a Squad

I enjoy Being part of the ANC and hope to one day become a Maritime Warfare Officer or a

Marine Technician.

PEDESTRIAN SAFETY Everyone is a pedestrian at some stage in their journey. This means pedestrians are a highly diverse road user group which includes children, older people, teenagers, joggers, the disabled and mobility impaired, and people using wheeled toys or recreational devices such as skateboards, rollerblades and foot scooters.

Pedestrians are particularly vulnerable in the road environment because most other road users are moving significantly faster than pedestrians, and pedestrians have little or no bodily protection in the event of a collision.

Pedestrians are also often difficult to see and their behaviours may be unpredictable. This can make it challenging for other road users to successfully factor pedestrians into the decisions they are constantly making as drivers and riders.

Roads and Maritime Services places a very strong focus on pedestrian safety and implements a

wide range of programs (and projects) that deliver pedestrian safety benefits.

Australian Navy Cadets by Braeley Brotherstone

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Page 12: September 2012 ASHCROFT ACTION...Ms Brady and Mrs Weeden, they have influenced me to paint using different techniques rather than flat and 2D. The use of thickener and different colour

Year 12 Major Works

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ASHCROFT ACTION

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Year 12 Major Works

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September 2012

Congratulations

to

Year 12

on your

excellent

major

works!!