Welcome to
Year 8
Mr Ben Andrews
Head of Year 8
Dr Paul Van Buynder
• Public Health Medical Officer
• Gold Coast Public Health Unit
• Year 8 Immunisation Program
Mr Tony Daley Head of
Curriculum
Mr Tony Daley Head of
Curriculum
The Future Senior
School Assessment
Mr Tony Daley Head of Curriculum
Mr Tony Daley Head of Curriculum
Mr Tony Daley Head of
Curriculum
LEAP
Mr Tony Daley Head of
Curriculum
St Hilda’s
STEM Institute
Assessment in English
Assessable Elements:
• Knowledge and understanding
• Interpreting texts
• Constructing texts
• Appreciating texts
• Reflecting
Getting Help:
• Review class work
• Ask the English teacher
• English tutorials - Thursday 3.30 to 4.30pm
English Homework
5 nights - 20 to 25 minutes
• Reading
– important part of English homework – girls should always have a
book that they
are reading
– reading time at the start of most lessons
• Writing
– developing capacity to be independent writers
– developing drafting and editing skills
– only 1 draft of assignments submitted to their English teacher - girls
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encouraged to understand that they should undertake more drafting
• Spelling
– core spelling lists each week
– additional lists in Knowledge Quest Book 2
English iTunesU course outlines the grammar, spelling and punctuation homework for the term in
conjunction with the Knowledge Quest Workbook - only access iTunesU on their ipads. (the
registration card with Knowledge Quest (English workbook) allows access to the game that goes
TEXTS
• 8 ENGLISH
• Literature circles – selection
of novels
• The Outsiders (novel)
• Rabbit Proof Fence (Film)
• Poetry
• The Declaration (novel)
• 8 LEAP
ENGLISH
• Film Study
• Rags to Riches – Chinese
Cinderella (novel)
• Short Stories – Fantasy / Horror
• Poetry
• Taming of the Shrew –
(Shakespeare play)
Numeracy – focus on Maths
Emphasis: Active Learning
• Relevance to the real world – Investigations (iPad Apps used)
• Understanding and Fluency
• Problem solving and Reasoning
• Mathematical Communication – setting out, terminology
Catering for individual needs:
• Wide range of learning experiences and activities
• Blackboard resources for all levels
• Textbook (iPad) with worked examples and answers
• iPad Apps are used widely in class and for assessment
Getting Help:
• Review class work
• Look over worked examples in the textbook
• Ask your Maths teacher
• Tutorials: Tuesday & Wednesday 3.30 – 4.30 pm
• iTunes U courses
Homework in Maths
• 5 nights - 20 to 25 minutes
• Consolidation of class work – set
exercises, marked and corrected.
• Revise work from the term
• Problem solving
• Blackboard task
• Assignment work
Assessment in Maths
• Each criteria is graded A – E
• An overall grade is determined each
semester
• Individual results will be available on
blackboard.
Connectedness
“The quality of relationships between teachers and
students in classrooms, opportunities for student
participation and responsibility, and the level of
support provided by teachers are all strongly related
to students’ academic progress, and emotional and
social development”.
(www.beyondblue.org.au).
Middle School Structure
Head of
Middle
School
Year 7
Head of Year
Students
Year 8
Head of Year
Teachers
Year 9
Head of Year
Parents
Head of Year Role
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To:
Foster an inspiring and nurturing environment
Support the teachers in their roles
Plan and oversee the CLD program
Provide pastoral care and support to all girls in the year
level
Build positive relationships and a supportive environment
for both staff and students in the year level
Maintain records of student issues and parent contact
Communicate information to and from CLD Teachers and
Head of Middle School
Promote active involvement in a wide range of school
activities and encourage teamwork and leadership.
Be responsible for the Year 8 area
Check and ensure uniform is worn correctly
Child Protection
• St Hilda’s School Gold Coast supports the rights
of children and is committed to ensure the
safety, welfare and wellbeing of students.
• St Hilda’s School is therefore committed to
responding to allegations of student harm
resulting from the conduct or actions of any
person including that of employees.
• Additional Information can be found on Pg 23 of
the St Hilda’s School Diary or
• The Safeguarding Students Policies link on the
School Website
Child Protection
• The Student Protection Officers at St
Hilda’s are:
• Junior School:
– Mrs Lisa Cleverly – Head of Junior School
– Mrs Melissa Wilkins – Deputy Head of Junior
School
• Middle/Senior School:
– Ms Wendy Lauman – Deputy Principal
– Mrs Nicole Hinchcliffe – School Counsellor
Pastoral Care
• Pastoral Care will take place three times per week. Monday
Wednesday and Friday before Morning Tea.
• Every teacher in the school will have a PC group.
• These groups will be quite small. Approx 10-12 students per
group.
• PC groups are designed to promote developing relationships
between students of other year levels and a sense of house
identity.
• As a time to share concerns, ideas and other matters with your
peer group and teacher.
• To improve connectedness to the school
Pastoral Care Staff
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Deputy Principal – Ms Wendy Lauman
Head Of Middle School – Susan Sanburg
PC Teachers
School Counsellors – Mrs Nicole
Hinchcliffe
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- Ms Catherine Falco
• Heads of Year – Mrs Catherine Jobson Yr
7
– Mr Ben Andrews Yr 8
Daily timetable
• Monday, Wednesday,
Friday
• Period 1 – 8:20 – 9:20
• Period 2 – 9:20 – 10:20
• Period 3 PC – 10:20 –
10:40
• Morning Tea – 10:40 –
11:00
• Period 4 – 11:00 – 11:55
• Period 5 – 11:55 – 12:50
• Lunch - 12:50 – 1:35
• Period 6 – 1:35 – 2:30
Tuesday, Thursday
Period 1 – 8:20 – 9:20
Period 2 – 9:20 – 10:20
Morning Tea – 10:20 –
10:40
Period 3– 10:40 – 11:40
Period 4 – 11:40 – 12:40
Lunch
- 12:40 – 1:25
Period 5 – 1:25 – 2:25
Period 6 – 2:25 – 3:25
“Life isn't about finding Yourself.
Life is about creating yourself.”
George Bernard Shaw
CLD - IDENTITY
Through Character & Leadership
Development
CONNECTED
CAPABLE
CONTRIBUTING
Identity
Communication
Teamwork
Relationships
Sexuality
Spirituality
Thinking Skills
Spirituality
Management of
Self
Personal Safety
Spirituality
Citizenship
Community
Leadership
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Chapel, CLD Lessons and Assemblies
• Outdoor Education
Personal Development Information Sessions
• Fete Contribution
• TSS Connection
CLD Program Focus
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Organisation
Homework
Thinking
Problem Solving
Independent Work
Participation
Goal Setting
Initiative
CLD Program Learning Skills
Organisation
Homework
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• completes homework on time,
records homework details
• follows a study routine
• utilises time effectively
• prioritises tasks - due dates
• utilises assessment schedule
• follows directions and completes
all tasks
• shows attention to detail
• perseveres with complex projects
that require sustained effort
• attends to task at hand
• demonstrates flexibility and
adaptability
• seeks help as required
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comes to class prepared
organises materials effectively
records homework
uses the assessment planner
completes & submits tasks on
time, with care
begins work promptly
uses class time productively
able to prioritise tasks
designs innovative procedures
maintains a tidy work space
uses timetable - planning
organises belongings
maintains a balance with
academic, co-curricular, social
and family commitments
Student Diary
• Time-management is one of the most important aspects that
students face.
• This year, every student must have either a hard copy of the
Diary or download the Digital Diary from BlackBoard and the
free Adobe Acrobat Reader app
• It is an expectation that every student will make use of their
diary to record homework and other special dates or notices.
• The diary should also be used to record important assessment
and co-curricular activity dates.
• Your CLD teachers will check these from time to time and I will
stop by your classrooms to ensure that you are using this tool
to help manage your time.
CLD Program Learning Skills
Thinking
Problem Solving
• interprets and synthesises info
• integrates learning from various
subjects
• uses variety of info-gathering
techniques & different sources
• accurately analyses & assesses
info
• recognises where and how
assignments would benefit from
additional info
• uses equipment, resources,
evidence, research, opinions and
discussion to gather info
• considers all info/alternatives
• draws relevant conclusions
• demonstrates variety of skills to
organise and manage information
• solves problems independently
• interprets, understands the
problem
• devises a plan to solve the
problem
• carries out the plan
• records the process and the
results
• checks the solution/results
• evaluates the plan/solution /result
• devises alternative solutions,
plans
• makes connections between
different problems and solutions
• applies successful strategies to
new problem situations
• chooses appropriate materials
• develops creative solutions
CLD Program Learning Skills
Independent Work
Participation
• demonstrates responsibility in
task completion, attendance,
punctuality
• works well without supervision
• accepts responsibility for
completing tasks on time
• accepts responsibility for own
behaviour
• demonstrates self-direction
• persists with tasks
• uses time/schedules/planners
• adheres to established time
lines
• explores, selects and uses a
variety of learning strategies
• participates in class/group
activities
• willingly works with new groups
• accepts various roles
• takes responsibility for own
share of work
• contributes to group problem
solving
• communicates well
• encourages others to participate
• contributes information
• questions ideas of group to
seek clarification/agreement
• shows respect for ideas of
others
• listens without interrupting
• shares responsibility for
decisions
CLD Program Learning Skills
Goal Setting
Initiative
• identifies criteria to assess
work
• uses criteria to assess work
• assesses own work
• identifies goals
• identifies specific steps to
reach goal
• evaluates success in reaching
goals
• identifies strengths &
weaknesses
• perseveres to achieve goals
• revises goals or steps as
necessary
• demonstrates self-direction
• accepts feedback on
performance
• uses feedback to improve work
• observes, questions, explores,
investigates
• shows self direction
• seeks work, new learning
opportunities
• shows motivation
• responds to challenges
• seeks challenges & takes risks
• displays confidence
• demonstrates positive attitude
to learning
• generates questions
• obtains information &
investigates independently
• develops original
ideas/procedures
• seeks assistance when
required
Leadership
• Student Council Representative
• House Representative
• Year Level Representative
• Buddy
• Middle Sister
• Student Ambassador
Middle School Spirit Awards
Capable
Connect
Contribute
Head
Heart
Hand
Work practices
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Hard worker, gives one’s best effort
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Positive participation in class/activities
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Enthusiasm for and commitment to learning
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Demonstrates a willingness to learn
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A consistent high quality of work and effort in class
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Positive attitude to learning
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Strong commitment to increasing skills
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Works co-operatively in groups
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Works well independently
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Improvement in work habits
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Time management/punctuality
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Organisation, is prepared for class
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Stays on task, listens attentively
Thinking
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Application of thinking skills ie Habits of Mind
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Positive disposition toward the quest for knowledge
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Perceptiveness/ intuition
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Accepts new challenges
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Initiates ideas
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Resourcefulness and creativity
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Creative problem solving
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Critical and reflective thinking
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Independence in thought and action
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Challenges assumptions
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Makes unlikely connections
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Risk taker - takes advantage of the unexpected
Character
Displays qualities/values such as:
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Respect, kindness, compassion, understanding,
empathy, integrity, courage, honesty
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Courteous / good manners
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Sense of optimism, positive outlook
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Concern for others - thoughtful, considerate
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Offers support, assistance, and encouragement to
new students
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Is sensitive to the feelings of others
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Acceptance of differences, values diversity
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Shows persistence, resilience, determination and
commitment
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Good personal presentation, displays appropriate
uniform standards
Relationships
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Respect for others and self
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Works well with peers and teachers
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Shows friendship qualities:
supportive, attentive, loyal, acceptance, trust,
encouraging, patience, caring, good listener, sense of
humour
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Displays team spirit and dedication, interacts
positively with team mates
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Gives others a fair go
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Expresses feelings in appropriate way
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Takes time to listen to and understand other points
of view
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Communicates concerns clearly
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Willingness to compromise, seek solutions to
conflict
Community
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Participation in school life
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Involvement in co-curricular activities
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Commitment to exploring and promoting the
common good
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Initiates/participates in community service projects
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Organises fund raising activities
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Fete preparation and involvement
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Shows dedication to social or humanitarian causes
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Environmental awareness and appreciation
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Recycling initiatives
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Responsible use of school property ie turning off
lights and fans, classroom tidiness, grounds
tidiness
Leadership
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Leads by example - good role model
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Attitude – positive, open mind
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Personal commitment
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Shows initiative
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Vision - clarity of purpose
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Hardworking, energetic
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Good communicator - listens to other points of view
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Honesty and accountability - admits mistakes,
accepts responsibility
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Team builder
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Enthusiastic, passionate
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Takes responsibility - follows through
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Able to engage and motivate others
Co-curricular Activities
• Co-curricular activites form an important part of your
journey at St Hilda’s
• Every student is encouraged to participate and contribute
to 2 activities per semester.
• At St Hilda’s these activities are broken into two main
areas:
Cultural
Sporting
Debating and Public Speaking
School Musical
Inter-House plays
Senior Choir
Middle School Concert Band
Big Band
Rhythm and Blues Band
Reader’s Cup Challenge
Touch
Rowing
Hockey
Netball
Soccer
Cross Country
Swimming
Tennis
• And many more…
Sport
House Carnivals
• House Swimming (Term 1)
• House Cross Country (Term 2)
• House Athletics (Term 3)
QGSSSA Sport (Queensland Girls' Secondary Schools Sports Association)
Swimming (Term 1), Cross Country (Term 2), Athletics (Term 4)
Fixtures
Autumn: Basketball, Soccer, Touch
Winter: Volleyball, Tennis, Netball, Hockey
Summer: Softball, Badminton
Artistic Gymnastics and Rhythmic Gymnastics
Music
Instrumental Ensembles
Middle School and Senior Concert Bands, Senior Strings
Ensemble, Chamber String Ensembles, Big Band and
Rhythm and Blues Band
Choirs
Senior Choir - singers from Years 7 to 12
Senior Show Choir - singers from Years 7 to 12 who are
members of Senior Choir will have the opportunity to
audition for the Show Choir at the end of Term 1
Special Events
• Outdoor Education
• Lake Moogerah
• Term 3 6-9 Sept
Parent Information Session
Term 3
• TSS Connection
• Activities afternoon
• Social Dance
Outdoor Education
• Important part of the Year 8 CLD Program
• Developing leadership skills
• Challenge by choice
• Lake Moogerah: 5-8 May Term 2
• Parent information session 25 March
Expectations
• Code of Conduct – Not for Ourselves Alone
– Respect for self and others
– Care & concern for others
– Contribute to the community
– Pride in appearance (wearing uniform correctly)
– Valuables - mobiles, iPads, iPod’s etc
• Co-curricular
– Contributing to the school community
– Involvement in at least one activity per term
• Homework
– 60-90 minutes per night
• Tutoring
– Attend scheduled tutorials
What to do if your daughter
…is absent from school
• phone Student Reception in the morning
• respond to any SMS messages sent re the absence
…is late for school
• Go to Student Reception and sign-in
• Collect a Late Slip to take to your class teacher
...is leaving school early
• The students must go to Student Reception before school, with a note to collect an
Early Leaver Slip
• Show the Early Leaver Slip to your class teacher when it is time for you to leave class
• Wait at Student Reception to be collected and signed-out by your parents
What to do if your daughter
...feels sick at school
• Ask their teacher for a note.
• Day girls go to Student Reception and collect a Health Centre slip. Boarders go
directly to Health Centre
• Health Centre will contact home if necessary. For our duty of care, Students should
not phone or text parents asking you to collect them directly.
...forgets her ribbon or needs stationery
• Go to the tuckshop before school or at break times to get what you need
• Keep a spare ribbon in your bag or locker
• Go to MSC and ask Ms Radin Brown
… needs to borrow a uniform item
• Go to MSC and check availability
• Sign out item
• Wash and return as soon as possible.
What to do if your daughter
...has lost property
• Check classroom areas you have been working in
• Go to Student Reception and check if it has been handed in
• Advise Ms Radin Brown who will send out an email
… forgets their morning tea or lunch
• Go to MSC and advise Ms Radin Brown
• She will issue a tuckshop voucher
• Money to be repaid the next day
… needs you to give them something at school
• You can leave the item at Student Reception or the MSC and text so the girls can
collect it at Morning Tea or Lunch.
• Mrs Radin Brown can email you if needed
What to do if your daughter
…wants extra help with your school work
• Talk to their class teacher or Head of Year
• Attend after school tutorial sessions
• Attend Homework Club
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...is having friendship troubles or have other worries
• Encourage them to talk to their PC or class teacher
• Talk to their Head of Year
• Make a time to meet with the School Counsellor
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...will be absent from School for special circumstances. Eg family wedding, non-school
sporting competition
• Send an email to Mrs Sanburg HOMS asking for leave and giving the reason.
• The students will be responsible for ensuring they keep up with the class work and
discuss the absence with teachers.
Communication
Please feel free to communicate with either myself
or your daughter’s CLD Teacher by:
– Email - bandrews@sthildas.qld.edu.au
– Phone – 5577 7285
Questions?