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Issue 163 November 1 2013
From
From The Principal
A full house at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre last Wednesday witnessed Bundaberg High’s
brightest and best receive recognition for their hard work in the classroom, on the sporting field, in our
community and on the stage. It was a fabulous night which allowed our school community to share the
pride we all take in the hard work and success of our students and staff. It also allowed us to
acknowledge that the pursuit of excellence is not a solo journey and that the support of staff, family and
the wider community is crucial in our students succeeding at school and beyond.
All too often our society spends a great deal of energy focussing on the negatives. How many ‘good
news’ items do we see on the evening news or in the newspapers? Is it because the negative item
‘makes more noise’ and draws our attention? I think that perhaps we need to pause more often and
reflect on the positives. As a school we deliberately take time to recognise the great things that are
happening both within and beyond the school fence. Awards Evening is such an occasion where we can
reflect on the positives. It is important that we take the time to acknowledge that our students are
engaged in rewarding activities across academic, sporting and cultural pursuits on a daily basis; most
going about their business with a minimum of fuss.
My congratulations go to all award winners on the night and to the staff who toiled to ensure the night
was a wonderful occasion that showcased the diversity of
opportunity Bundaberg High provides for our students. From the
musical performances to the highlights of our sporting year, the
Monday 4 –Tuesday 5 November
evening allowed us to focus on the wonderful things happening
S.T.E.M. Camp (Year 7)
at Bundy High.
Tuesday 5 November
I would like to also congratulate our 2014 School Captains –
Year 10 Immunisations
Wednesday 6 November
Aimee Chatfield, Chloe Williams, Ethan Todd and Curtis Hooper
Yr 8 Immunisations
on their appointment and look forward to working with them
Friday 8 November
over the coming year.
Yr 12 Docudrama
In keeping with this, one of the positive standouts for me over
Tuesday 12 November
the last few weeks was the contribution our school made to the
Year 12 Formal (5pm)
Relay for Life. Students, staff and parents gave of their own time
Thursday 14 November
Year 12 Beach Day
to support a very worthy cause. It was a well organised,
Friday 15 November
entertaining evening and my thanks go to all who participated.
Year 12 Final Day
Their contribution sends a very clear message that Bundy High
goes beyond the school gate to support our community.
What’s On …
Anthony Lanskey
P & C Meeting
Monday November 18 from 7.00 pm in
the library.
BE YOUR BEST
Be Respectful, Be Responsible,
Be Safe, Be Commited
SCHOOL BASED WORK EXPERIENCE AND APPRENTICESHIP PORTAL
The Queensland Government’s program for further education and training, Great Skill Real
Opportunities, has presented a reform action plan to assist schools to build links with local employers.
This venture known as The Work Experience and Apprenticeship Portal is still being developed and is free
for users.
The project’s aim is to increase opportunities for school to work transitions by building links between
schools and local employers, assisted by regional government officers. The major benefit of the portal is
that it will enable employers and students to identify specific opportunities and provide information to
create a better match for students to all industry sectors. It will minimise time and communication
barriers and provide schools and industry with a targeted and centralised opportunity to get involved.
Schools will register online and be notified of placement opportunities. In addition, students will be able
to maintain their Work Experience Portal Profile with correct contact information at all times and can
search existing opportunities by industry sector. We would encourage all businesses and employers to
contact the Department of Employment and Training on 1800 210 210 to find out additional information
and how to register.
Linna Tuart
Pathways Officer
Bundaberg State High School
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT NEWS
Whilst International students are in Australia, Education Queensland International hosts “Holiday
Adventures” for the students if they want to see more of the country during their time here. Chanel
was lucky enough to do an Outback Adventure and below is her story (and some lovely pictures) of her
travels.
MY HOLIDAY – CHANEL GUSEVIK
In the spring holiday break I went on a tour of the Northern Territory. We travelled all the way
from Adelaide to Darwin by bus. It was amazing! I have never seen and learned so much on one trip.
We saw all from the dry red part of Australia to waterfalls in the North. I saw Uluru, which was
awesome, a big dream come true! I even got the chance to fly in a helicopter over Kings Canyon. I
made a lot of new friends from all over the world. I really enjoyed the trip! Australia is an amazing
country!!
BRISBANE TRIP
It was a chilly morning last Monday when the
Japanese class awaited to board the train to
Brisbane. The objective of the trip was to visit the
Consulate General of Japan and learn new things
about the careers that could eventuate from
studying a second language. Before any of us
could even enter the room, we all had to get a
security check and make sure that no-one took
photos of the windows (something that everyone
was perplexed over). Staff spoke to us about the
opportunities that they had experienced and the
potential opportunities for us in the future if we
continued to study Japanese at University.
Afterwards, we made our way to the main
attraction of the day, food. We visited Taro’s, a
Ramen restaurant where we all enjoyed the
delicious flavours of the noodle and soup dishes.
We also completed a scavenger hunt in Japanese
in the Queen Street mall and visited the Japanese
Daiso Store where everything, and I mean
everything was $2.80! By the end of the day, we
all had full brains of new knowledge, full
stomachs of Japanese cuisine and full bags of
shopping.
- Chloe Williams, Grade 11.
STATE OPTIOPTI-MINDS
Congratulations to Caitlyn Curtis, Natalia Frick, Jessica Solomon, Scarlett Stevens and Sarah Watson for
their participation in the Opti-Minds State Finals in Brisbane. This energetic, motivated team of Year 8 girls
performed admirably and more importantly, were outstanding ambassadors for our school during the 2
day event. Not only did they present their own display for the 20/20 Opti-Vision Trade Fair in which they
promoted the need for developing creativity in children, but they also participated in and presented their
solutions to a Spontaneous and Long Term Challenge after only 3 hours preparation time!
It was a huge weekend, held
at the University of Queensland,
and the girls were involved in a
very positive and inspiring
showcasing by over 800 of the
most talented students from
Queensland
and
Western
Australia. Opti-Minds, with its
theme of being unashamedly
excellent, shows young people
what they are capable of being,
and this experience has no doubt
left a big impression on these 5
talented Year 8 students. Well
done girls and thank you to the
parents for being so supportive.
Mrs Coates
YEAR 10 MOCK JOB INTERVIEWS
On Friday, September 13th, thirty-five Year 10 English Foundations students took part in mock job
interviews. The interviews were a culmination of this term’s “Work Readiness” unit of work. As part of the
process, student completed a survey which directed them to a job category, from which they selected and
researched a job of interest to them. They then had to compile a resume and letter of application. A job
portfolio, suitable for use at a job interview, was then created.
Through the tremendous efforts of our Pathways Officer, Linna Tuart, five members of the Bundaberg
community agreed to conduct the mock job interviews. Being interviewed by members of the local
community rather than by the teachers, made the experience far more realistic. The interviewers, Nikki Gill
(Construction Skills Queensland), Wendy Powell (Busy at Work Apprenticeship Services), Leanne Wilkinson
(STEPS Group Australia), Brandon Thompson (Wide Bay TAFE) and Ian Clarke (retired field officer) made
many positive comments on the students. Here are just a few:
“I want an invitation to his restaurant when he
opens it!”
“An excellent candidate!”
“Her attitude was sensational!”
“His enthusiasm was contagious.”
“What an excellent young man.”
“With his attitude his future is laid out for him”
“A real pleasure to interview.”
“Very hard to fault.”
Although the students were very anxious leading up to the interviews, they agreed that it
was a valuable experience and were understandably proud of their achievements. Credit
and thanks must be given to the interviewers who went out of their way to make sure the
students felt at ease; their time and efforts are greatly appreciated. Finally, Pathways
Officer, Linna Tuart must be commended for her dedication to this project. Without her
wealth of knowledge and local contacts, we would not have been able to provide such a
valuable experience to our students.
Turn your phone into a life saver
The Australian Red Cross has released a free first aid app for smartphone users. The app
guides users through the correct response for many incidents including heart attacks,
strokes, diabetic episodes along with the more common burns, sprains and strains. The app
is easy to use and features vital life-saving information, videos and quizzes to test your firstaid knowledge on correct treatments for children and adults. Learning the skills to save a life
through first aid training is one thing, but remembering what to do when under pressure is
where this first aid app can help most.
This new Smartphone app is available from www.redcross.org.au/first-aid-app.aspx or the
Google Play and Apple app stores.
NRL RUGBY LEAGUE SEVENS
Back row: Ken Hamilton, Max Smithson, Jaiden McCahill, Amaru Brown,
Lachlan Boston, Hayden Dalkeith, Mitch Downie
Front row: Kabel Meisener, Tekoa Nagas, Tyrell Howard, Rhys Baker, Clay
Grimes, Coach Mr Knight
This year’s NRL WIDEBAY SEVENS COMPETITION was held at Hervey Bay on Friday 18th October.
Bundy High was represented by 12 of our undefeated 14’s rugby league side, and once again they
finished the day undefeated and regional champions.
The hot and dry conditions created a tough day out for all players, so it was to their credit that they
performed so well. The final against Xavier College was won by a late try by Tyrell Howard. The player of
the Carnival was our team Captain Tekoa Nagas. Congratulations to all the boys who went on this
successful trip and thanks to the parents who assisted throughout the day.
Mr Knight
TEXTBOOK HIRE AND LIBRARY BOOKS END OF YEAR RETURN DUE DATES
All text book and library resources must be returned to the school library by the dates listed below,
unless they are required for exam purposes. Could all parents and guardians please assist by ensuring
your child/children adhere to these important deadlines.
YEAR 12:
YEAR 11:
YEAR 10:
YEAR 9:
YEAR 8:
FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER
TUESDAY 19TH NOVEMBER
TUESDAY 19TH NOVEMBER
FRIDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
FRIDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
TRAINEE PROFILE
Name: Ben Schrader
Traineeship Course title: Certificate III in Fitness
When did you begin your traineeship? Early in 2012
How did you find out about your traineeship?
Through the NRL Development Officer for Wide Bay, Mr Richard Dugdale. He
identified a number of students at various schools in the Wide Bay and offered
the traineeship.
Who is your employer?
The NRL and Mr Richard Dugdale has been my supervisor for the past 18 months. Following a
restructure of positions within the NRL, I now work for Mr Dwayne McKay who is based at Bundaberg
SHS and is the development officer for the Bundaberg region. Having a local person has made balancing
my traineeship and study much easier.
What are your work days and hours?
My hours tend to be variable. Prior to working for Mr McKay, my work involved a lot of travel and
weekend work and camps in the holidays. Now the NRL has an officer based in Bundaberg, I am able to
do more regular hours after school during the week. When I finish school I will still be employed by the
NRL and will be able to work part time while I continue studying. When I am out working I earn around
$13 an hour.
What are your work duties?
I visit various primary schools on normal school days, during sports events and on gala days to interact
with primary school children and provide health and fitness instruction. In the classroom I usually help
children with their reading, teach healthy eating and nutrition and how to deal with bullying (among
other topics). Outside the classroom I could be doing things like guiding children through drills to
improve hand and eye coordination, speed and agility exercises and various modified rugby league
activities.
What kinds of skills and knowledge are you picking up because of your traineeship?
The most important one would be the communication skills I’m developing as I work with and instruct
children. For me it is all about interacting effectively with them and helping them to reach their
potential – and that includes children with disabilities and those who are considered “at risk”.
I am acquiring a pretty good understanding of the importance of responsible leadership, as well as how
to be adaptable or flexible when dealing with children with varying needs and abilities.
What sort of difficulties do you have trying to deal with schoolwork and your traineeship
responsibilities at the same time?
None at all. I feel that I am coping well with both.
What do you enjoy most about your traineeship?
I get a lot of satisfaction out of the appreciation and gratitude shown by the students I work with (and
their parents!). Also, I enjoy moving between the theory-based lessons in classrooms and the practical,
hands-on activities in outdoors environments.
From what you have seen so far, what are the differences between the ‘world of work’ and an
ordinary school day?
When I am out working I feel there is less pressure – you are not being told what to do all the time and I
think the greater independence helps to develop responsibility and improves decision-making.
What do you consider to be the main benefits of your traineeship?
I am planning on a career in physiotherapy and I am sure my Certificate III in Sport and Fitness
qualification is going to be well worth having when I begin my course at CQU.
BREAKFAST CLUB THANK YOU
We would like to thank the Muffin Break at Hinkler Central, sponsor of our Breakfast Club.