20 June 2018

Newsletter Articles

Executive Principals Report

Dear Parents and Friends

This week we hosted a visit for representatives from Turners and Growers (T&G). Special representatives came from New Zealand to join two local employees from the Brisbane Markets to discuss our future partnership. This is an exciting opportunity for our school as we have been selected as one of the first schools in Australia to be sponsored by this organisation. T&G are a global company who work with producers to grow their specific produce lines.

This work is already being undertaken in New Zealand schools and we are looking forward to partnering and strengthening our programs in Agriculture and Food Safety. One of their areas they work in includes Healthy Eating, Active Living focus (HEAL) which has seen T&G support the Garden to Table program at schools in New Zealand for nearly five years. T&G are the Official Growing Partner of Garden to Table, supporting the next generation of Kiwis on their journey to a healthy life and mind - grounded in growing and enjoying fresh food. The program was inspired by Stephanie Alexander and the Kitchen to Garden Foundation. Given the growing presence of T&G in Australia, they are keen to extend this commitment to schools where they have offices – Corinda is the first in Australia!

Our guests were very impressed with our gardens and produce that has been created by our students in our Hospitality Kitchens. Our current kitchen gardens near our Applied Studies facilities are overflowing with herbs, vegetables and edible flowers. The students are really enjoying being a part of the full cycle of garden to table concept.

Turners and Growers presented our school with a special ornament and garden tools, along with some signature kiwi fruit varieties to mark the beginning of our partnership.

PERMAH Pillar – Health

As part of our focus on Positive Education and the PERMA model that we are using, one of the key areas is positive health. Below is a short exert provided by a company we work with to assist us in embedding Positive Education called – Unleashing Personal Potential.

Restful sleep, being active and eating healthy are all connected to each other. When we get a good sleep at night, it makes it easier for us to eat well and move more the next day (Rath, 2013). These things have a flow on effect, and can cause either an upward or downward spiral in our daily lives. Research has shown exercise can help to improve not only the quantity of sleep but also the quality: daytime physical activity can stimulate longer periods of slow-wave sleep, the deepest and most restorative stages of sleep (Breus, 2018). Getting enough sleep is really important, as during sleep our body repairs itself, while our mind is able to rest and consolidate previous learning. We all have a natural sleep and waking cycle- if we disrupt this cycle we can find it hard to get to sleep. It can also make us irritable, and lead to low concentration and health issues such as heart problems, weight gain and depression. Having a bedtime routine is a great way to cue our bodies for rest (Rath, 2013). This might include journaling, listening to quiet music, reading, prayer, doing some gentle yoga or meditation. To help maintain our natural rhythm we should turn off electronics a few hours before sleep, at roughly the same time every night. The exposure to light from our devices suppresses melatonin which is our sleepy hormone, making it harder to fall asleep and decreasing sleep quality.

Description of Positive Education Practice: Bedtime Routine

1. Think about two habits you could include in your routine to get ready for bed each night.
2. In order to implement your new bedtime routine, finish this sentence for each of your two bedtime habits.

“I will [INSERT ACTION] every weeknight at [TIME] in [PLACE].”

e.g. 1- “I will [stop using my electronic devices] every weeknight at [7:30pm] in [my bedroom].”

e.g. 2- “I will [read] every weeknight at [8:45pm] in [my bed].

Main message:

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn

With the end of term fast approaching I thought this article might be an opportune time for parents to sit with students and make a plan for the new term ahead, with the aim of developing some healthy habits and routines for more improved well-being.

Enjoy the winter vacation and I look forward to a very enjoyable Athletics carnival with plenty of house spirit next week. A great way to finish the term with the students.

Helen Jamieson, Executive Principal

Coming Events

Student Reports

Parent Teacher Interview Date Claimer: Tuesday 24 July 2018. 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Semester 1 reports are due to be emailed home in the last week of school this term. Instructions on how to book an interview will be sent with reports.

Guidance Officer

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL

The 2018 Inter-House Athletics Carnival is less than 2 weeks away (Tuesday 26 June and Thursday 28 June - Week 11). All students have been emailed an information letter that explains the process for the full day carnival on Thursday 28 June.

A few important points for parents and students to consider:

• A number of events (1500m and High Jump) will be run during lunchtimes or HPE classes – starting in Week 10. Students are encouraged to keep an eye on notices to ensure they do not miss these events if they have nominated for them.
• Students who have nominated for the events being run - Discus (all ages), Triple Jump (born in or before 2005), 400m (born in or before 2005), 800m (born 2006), Long Jump (born 2006), and hurdles (born in or before 2005) – will be out of class for half-day on Tuesday 26 June. All other students will attend normal classes.
• All other events will be run on Thursday, 28 June (Week 11) at Ambiwerra. Any students at school on the Thursday of Week 11, will walk to Ambiwerra with their home group teacher, where they will spend the day.

Gifted and Talented Students

Golden Opportunities

On Monday we saw the first Golden Opportunity Day for 2018. These days allow local Primary Schools to be immersed in higher order thinking skills. The topic: Showcasing Problems in Living Systems generated a huge amount of interest, with 50 students from grades 4 to 6 attending. During the day at the farm, the students classified and examined a range of mosquitos and fungi, they analysed mosquito and fungal lifecycles and were able to explain how the features of these organisms allow them to adapt to different environments. Students also toured the school’s farm and met the animals, and participated in planting over 300 seeds. The day culminated in the students using their knowledge gained from the workshops to propose problem solving solutions to combat the impact of mosquitos as disease vectors in a changing climate.

Special thanks must go to our mosquito presenters Dr Jill Fernandes, a medical entomologist from the University of Queensland, and Brian Montgomery, advanced medical entomologist at Metro South PHU from Queensland Health.

We are thrilled to announce that our two upcoming Golden Opportunity Days will be held on Monday 6 August, with a focus on Dance and Visual Arts. More information will be released very soon.

The Arts Happenings

Dance

Brisbane Eisteddfod

This year’s Brisbane Arts in Focus Eisteddfod was highly successful for our Dance Troupes and Crew. On Friday 18 May our Senior Dance Troupe received a 5th placing for Jazz, 6th placing for Contemporary as well as the Adjudicator’s Award, and Dance Crew also received a Highly Commended award. The Junior Dance Troupe competed the following Thursday and received a Highly Commended for their Musical Theatre performance ‘T.E.A.M’.

BPAC

Following on from the success of Brisbane Eisteddfod our Junior Dance Troupe were awarded 2nd place in both the Musical Theatre and Jazz categories as well as Dance Crew receiving a Very Highly Commended award.

Any awards at both BPAC and Brisbane Eisteddfod are amazing achievements as some categories feature up to 40 schools competing! Thank you to all our parent supporters and the amazing dance teachers and students for your passion and commitment.

Dance in Focus

Please come and celebrate our wonderful Year 7-12 Dance Classes, Dance Excellence classes and Dance Troupes as they show off the skills they have learned throughout Semester 1 at Dance in Focus on 22 June at 6.00 pm. Tickets are available now, get in early to get the best seats for this wonderful celebration of dance!

Dance Workshops at Sherwood SS

Throughout Term 2 every Monday afternoon, one of our wonderful dance teachers, Mrs Boddice has been facilitating workshops for the Year 6 students at Sherwood State School. These students will be completing an ACARA dance performance task with Mrs Boddice for assessment and will also be performing at our Dance in Focus event. In Term 3, the Year 5 students will work with Mrs Boddice and the Year 4 students in Term 4. The students and teachers are having a wonderful time working together.

Drama

Year 7 and 10 Drama Evening

On Wednesday 20 June at 6.00 pm our talented Year 7 and 10 Drama students will be performing their Term 2 assessment pieces at an evening event. The Year 7 students will be presenting a collage drama performance focussed on the topic of bullying and this performance will feature several whole class items facilitated by the teacher as well as small group items constructed by the students. They have contributed their thoughts, ideas and feelings on the topic of bullying to the performance.

The Year 10 physical theatre performance will be focussed on the issue of refugees, something that is very current and personally relevant to a proportion of students at our school. This is an emotional and thought provoking performance. Please come along to the Drama studio to enjoy the performances.

The Scene Project

Students with strong ability and interest in drama have the opportunity of being part of an amazing drama based opportunity called the ‘Scene Project’ offered through the Queensland Theatre Company (QTC). The ‘Scene Project’ will offer them the opportunity to participate in the following:

1. Weekly drama workshops and rehearsals each Wednesday from 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm with Corinda SHS Drama Specialist, Ms Billiau, working on the development and interpretation of an original script commissioned by the QTC. (Rehearsals will commence Week 1 Term 3 Wednesday 18 July).
2. A one-off workshop with an industry professional from the QTC during the rehearsal period.
3. A performance of their script development with other schools participating in the ‘Scene Project’ at the SunPAC on 24 October 2018. (including transport to the venue – parents to collect).

Participation in this long term project will cost between $ 40.00 - $ 70.00, depending on the number of participants. Please have your son / daughter see Ms Billiau to determine their suitability and to obtain an Expression of Interest form.

Music

Male Vocal Ensemble

Mr Matthew is currently training the student Male Vocal Ensemble which began last term. The ensemble is focused on cool classics and Mr Matthew would love new members to grow the group. Rehearsals are on each Friday at 2nd break in M02. See Mr Matthew if you would like further information or go along to rehearsal to check it out.

Boer War Association Memorial

Four of our talented Senior Music students Cheyenne Manila, Jessica Samaila, Briana Seualuga, Jessiah Williams and Joanna Teofilo performed a beautiful rendition of The Lord Is My Shepherd with our Symphonic Band at the Boer War Association Memorial in Anzac Square on 27 May. The girls rehearsed in their own time to perform beautifully on the day.

Instrumental Music

Boer War Association Memorial

The Corinda SHS Symphonic Band led by Bevan Messenger was invited to perform at the Boer War Association Memorial in Anzac Square on 27 May. The event featured a very moving service with the band playing many hymns, including The Lord Is My Shepherd with our five Senior vocalists. It was a great honour to be invited to perform at this event and a testament to the reputation of our instrumental programme.

Fanfare

On Friday 8 June, Corinda SHS hosted the Fanfare Festival 2018, an event where state school ensembles showcase their talent in a competitive environment. Our fantastic ensembles led by our instrumental specialists achieved amazing results throughout the day. Percussion Ensemble led by Mr Tom Sweeper and Symphonic Band led by Mr Bevan Messenger both achieved Gold awards. The Chamber and Amadeus Strings ensembles led by Mrs Fiona Lougheed received Silver and Bronze awards, and Big Band led by Mr Tom Stewart received a Silver award. It was a fantastic day of wonderful music and we thank all our Instrumental music students and parents for their support and involvement in our programme.

Visual Art

Arts Excellence GOMA Excursion

On Wednesday 6 June, our Year 7, 8 and 9 Visual Art Excellence classes experienced several exhibitions at the Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland Art Gallery, immersing themselves in art that informs and challenges the viewer. They viewed the artworks of Patricia Puccinini and Tony Albert, both contemporary Australian artists, who engage the viewer with thought provoking views on the advances of technology and its effect on the human body and the historical contexts of Aboriginal histories.

Year 7 Visual Art Reuse Recycle Unit

Ms Leech’s Year 7 Art class have been creating artworks as part of their Reuse Recycle unit. They have created the beautiful birds pictured in the images.

Senior Schooling

Vacancies

AAA vacancies for schools South 1-2.pdf, AAAQLDSBT EOI form.pdf

Student Services

BPoint Payments

A reminder to include your Student Name or EQ ID number when making a payment, recently a small number of payments have been made without the required information which prevents us from matching the payment to the student.

Enrolments for Year 7 2019

Applications for enrolment for year 7 2019 are now being accepted. The enrolment forms are available from our administration office.

QParents

Have you joined QParents?

Parents will have received an invitation email or letter by now and it’s great to see that so many parents have registered already. If you have not received an invitation, please advise us immediately by emailing info@corindashs.eq.edu.au. Over time, QParents will become an integral part of how we communicate with parents. Get on board to enjoy the ease and convenience that QParents offers.

Uniform Shop

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Parenting Ideas

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Free webinar: 21 days to a Happier Family with Dr Justin Coulson

Thursday 28 June 2018 7:30pm – 8:30pm AEST

This (no cost) webinar equips parents with a fresh way of proactively developing the habits that will strengthen their family, combining cutting-edge insights from the positive psychology arena with classic psychological research underpinning relationships, parenting and personal choices. ‘21 Days to a Happier Family’ gives parents scientifically validated suggestions for making their family happier than ever, starting today!

Parents who choose to redeem the voucher will need to register via this link

Community News

Free Dental check up

Metro South Oral Health Service would like to offer all year 10 students the opportunity for a free dental check-up and treatment before they complete year 10 this year, as this maybe the last time they can access FREE oral care with us.

Community Knitting Day 23 June

After a huge success last year (over 830 squares knitted/crocheted on the day), the Centenary Knitting and Crochet Circle are holding this years’ Community Knitting Day on Saturday 23 June (see poster for times and location).

The aim is to complete as many squares as possible, with the goal this year set at 1000. Squares will be assembled into rugs for charity.

Drop in on the day:

• Knit/crochet a square. Stay for an hour or stay for the day. Please bring your own 8-ply yarn and 4mm needles if you can – limited supplies provided on the day.
• Always wanted to learn how to knit or crochet? Someone will be there to help.
• Complimentary tea, coffee, morning tea and lunch.
• Find something special on the stall selling handmade items (not just knit and crochet).
• Lots of raffles throughout the day
• All funds raised on the day will be used to purchase yarn for rugs.

Or you may like to work some squares at home and drop them in on the day:

• 8 ply yarn, 4mm needles, 40 stitches and knit to make a square. Garter stitch (all plain knitting) is fine, but be adventurous if you would like to.

If you are into crochet, we regularly have squares that need to be crocheted together, please get in touch.

Volunteer as a young leader at Day Camp 3-6 July 2018

We are looking for enthusiastic motivated young people to help lead a small group of primary school aged kids through our Day Camp program. 3 – 6 July from 9 am – 3 pm each day. Day Camp is a program of fun and excitement within a Christian environment for children in years 1 to 5. Run by the Oxley Uniting Church at the Corinda Pony Club. It is the fun of hikes, craft, the thrill of cooking your own food over a campfire, games and making things using what nature provides. We provide training and pair you with an experienced leader and you get to join in the fun each day. More info and to register visit www.oxleydarrauc.org.au.

Peaks to Points Festival - FREE Family Day Sunday 15 July, Oxley Creek Common

The Peaks to Points Festival Family Day presented by Brisbane MarketPlace returns on Sunday 15 July, from 10: 00 am – 3:00 pm at the Oxley Creek Common.

The day will feature live local entertainment, food trucks, free kid’s activities, a baby animal farm and a variety of sustainability and environmental group’s exhibitors.

The Corinda SHS Amadeus Strings Group, Saxophone Quartet and Clarinet Quintet will all be performing on the main stage at 11:45 am and 12:30 pm. We encourage as many family and friends to show their support of these groups by attending the day.

The Family Day is part of the 2 week-long festival, which will see over 35 family friendly events across the south side of Brisbane and throughout Ipswich, Redlands & Logan regions.

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