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JINDABYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL EDUCATING THE FUTURE

NEWSLETTER Term 4, Week 6

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November 2014

Relieving Principal’s Message…..

Year 12 Drama Class selected for ONSTAGE

OnSTAGE is a presentation and exhibition of group and individual performances and projects by Higher School

Certificate Drama students. The OnSTAGE season at the Seymour Centre is presented by the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards NSW and the NSW Department of Education and Communities.

The season of exemplary Drama performances from the 2014 Higher School Certificate will preview on Saturday 7 February and run from Monday 9 February to Friday 13 February 2015 at 1.30 pm and 7.30 pm in the York Theatre, Seymour Centre.

The Year 12 Group Performance- ‘Black-Like His Soul” will perform as a part of Program 2 and is in recognition of the standard of Drama at Jindabyne Central School. Ms Moloney has worked tirelessly in the pursuit of excellence in her classrooms and the course is certainly a popular choice for the JCS students.

Congratulations to James Heimann, Ashleigh Stewart, Hudson Emery, Jessica De Pagter and Ella-Rose Manning.

General public tickets on sale from Seymour Centre Box Office from 28 November 2014. General (non-booking) inquiries: (02) 9367 8309

Remembrance Day 2014

Congratulations to the students in Year 6 who conducted the Jindabyne Central School Remembrance Day Service this year. I would also like to acknowledge those students that formed part of the Community Service for Jindabyne

Self-Select Class for 2015

Thank you to all of those students in Years 6 and 7 that nominated for the Self-Select class for 2015. We are currently assessing each application and ranking students according to a pre-determined set of criteria. This is a class where students nominate themselves to work with other like-minded learners who are committed to investigating course work deeply, working with others and extending themselves.

Self-Select classes are for students who have a passion for learning. The pace and methods of teaching in these classes enables students to be exposed to a broader educational experience where they are challenged to meet and maintain above average expectations. As a member of a Self-Select class a student will be surrounded by other students who share the same educational priorities and values, further strengthening the Self-Select experience.

HSC Assessment Booklet

The 2015 HSC Assessment Booklet has been distributed to all current Year 11 students. The booklet outlines all of the assessment requirements for the Courses studied in the HSC year. Included in the booklet is specific information for students and parents concerning Assessment and the requirements for satisfactory completion of a course. Also included is an Assessment Task summary and calendar to assist students in time management and planning. The booklet can also be found on the JCS Website

Didgeribone Performance and Music Count Us In

JCS students were part of the audience for the performance of Didgeribone Man last week. We were lucky to have Didgeribone come to play at our school. Tjupurru was a one man band who played us loads of songs, soundscapes and even did some beat boxing.

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Music Count Us In is Australia’s’ biggest music program. This year JCS students from Kindergarten to Year 8 were involved in ‘Paint You A Song”. This year our students also participated by signing the song, a new experience for many with Chester Daria and Marian Roberts conducting the signing choir.

Decades of research shows that learning music can help students’ self-confidence, self-discipline and team work. It can help students engage in school, can improve school attendance and can even help student’s make healthy life choices. There are also strong links between music learning and academic skills in literacy and numeracy. Research shows that music is unique in its flow-on benefits to students who learn it.

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Science Award

These awards recognise excellence in Science achieved by Year 11 students and this years’ JCS recipient is Kristian Blackmore-Lee. The celebration is to be held at Figtree High School and highlights the partnership between the NSW Department of Education and Communities and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.

Bus Travel

A number of students have been behaving inappropriately on the bus to and from school. A timely reminder that conduct during this time still falls under the responsibility of the school. Continued disobedience and misconduct on the bus may result in your bus pass being cancelled and the privilege of bus travel removed.

NSW Alpine School of the Year

It was my pleasure to present the trophy to the School Captains and Vice-Captains at our recent formal assembly. The prestigious award recognises the commitment and achievement of our students in skiing and snowboarding and indicates our high performance once again in the Alpine Snowsports. I commend all of the students who train and compete tirelessly.

Debbie-Lee Hughes Principal

School News 2015 Planning Assistance Request

To help us in our planning for classes in 2015 (including the seasonal influx) we would really appreciate it if you could let us know in writing if your child (children) will not be returning after the Christmas break

Thanks

Sheena Perry

Term 4 Music Concert

Thank you to all performers who attended our Term 4 Music Concert. You are such a talented bunch! A big thank you to ALL the musicians’ parents for your support of the Primary Music Program. We acknowledge the commitment involved and delight in collaborating with you to support your child’s musical journey.

Mrs Simpson with some of her violin students

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Mrs Kavanagh with the Primary Choir

Members of the Green Band grooving along

Mr Horneman and the Green Band

Our talented Primary Ensemble

Gold Band

Kindergarten soloists

The Primary Percussion Ensemble

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The Girls Guitar Group

“The Hour of Code”

Jindabyne Central School will be participating in "The Hour of Code" - a Computer Science initiative for all ages which is to be held during the week of 8th to the 14th of December. The Science staff would like to encourage the JCS community to become involved also by trying some of the tutorials (which are at all levels.) sometime during the week. Jindabyne Central School has been registered for the "Hour of Code" which is a grassroots campaign aiming for tens of millions of students to try an Hour of Code during December 8-14, 2014, in celebration of Computer Science Education Week.

If you would like more information it will be on the JCS website. Have a try - go onto the websites for a look and try before hand. http://hourofcode.com/au http://code.org/learn

Mrs Jennifer Coles and the Science Staff

Careers Corner

YEAR 12 STUDENTS Choices

What am I good at? Would I survive another 3 or 4 years of study? Do I want to do labour intensive work? Am I suited for office work?

These are some of the many questions you should be asking yourself in preparation for finding a job.

Year 12 – what next? As you explore your choices it is a great idea to talk with your career adviser, teachers, parents or friends about what you are interested in

doing with your life. Please visit: www.schooltowork.com.au

Discover what career paths are available. Your career journey is unique to you. Explore your options and find out what you need to know to achieve your career goals. Good Luck. www.myfuture.edu.au

School leavers tips www.turning18.com.au

www.youth.nsw.gov.au

Careers Advisory Service

Important information for school leavers

This website provides access to the Careers Advisory Service, an annual initiative which gives students and their families or caregivers up to date information about the range of relevant career and study options available following the release of the Higher School Certificate results by the NSW Board of Studies Teacher Educational Standards (BOSTES).

The Careers Advisory Service complements the services provided by the Board of Studies Teacher Educational Standards (BOSTES) NSW, The Universities Admissions Centre, TAFE NSW, universities and other providers.

In 2014 there will be:

Phone-in service - this free state-wide service operates from a call centre in Senior Pathways Secondary Education.

Between 18-19 December and 22-23 December 2014. Telephone 1300 300 687.

E-mail service - this free state-wide service operates from a centre in Senior Pathways Secondary Education between 18 December and 23 December 2014. Access to the service is through this website.

The majority of enquiries focus on the following issues:

career/study options available to students with lower or higher than expected ATARs

changes to university course preferences, and

University and TAFE NSW application processes and courses.

Experienced careers advisers from government high schools staff the Advisory Service and offer a professional, friendly and impartial service.

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Explore your options

A feature of this website is Explore your Options. This section supports students to consider their options. It may also be used by a parent, carer, teacher or mentor who is helping a school leaver with his or her decision making.

www.cas.det.nsw.edu.au Ph: 1300 300 687

STUDENTS INTERESTED in IT as a career may like to register to attend the

2015 Big Day In Save the date ( 3 locations and dates)

This is a great opportunity to find out what’s happening and how to start the ball rolling career wise.

The BiG Day In™ is an IT careers conference designed by students for students. It is designed for both high school (Years 9-12) and University students interested in careers in technology.

In 2014, The BiG Day In™ was privileged to have 128 speakers, 132 exhibitors & 83 organisations involved in delivering 10 events nationally and we helped over 4,100 students explore careers in technology.

In 2015, The BiG Day In™ roadshow will be run in at least 10 locations nationwide including:

Sydney 4 March

Wagga Wagga 12 March

Newcastle 30 April

Companies such as Microsoft, CSIRO, Google, IBM, Westpac, HP & WiseTech Global highlight the future of technology and how students can get on board.

Through interactive presentations, demonstrations and competitions, tech gurus show students how they built their careers and how students can kick-start theirs too. Put aside the textbooks and invest one day to explore the future of technology!

www.thebigdayin.com.au

Enquiries: Kerrie Bisaro 02 8296 4444 Kerrie.Bisaro@acsfoundation.com.au

Bricklaying Apprentices Bricklaying apprentices are

definitely in demand due to the increasing level of building activity. This is a

great time to start an apprenticeship as we have many employers keen to sign on and train a new apprentice.

If this sounds interesting to you check out our website topics at this Site, including Bricklaying, the Apprenticeship Training course and the Freedom that this career choice offers. There are many Career Pathways that flow once the Certificate III is behind you.

For more information please visit:

www.becomeabricklayer.com.au or call 1300 30 44 77 Or email a resume to john.white@abbtf.com.au

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PRIMARY DIARY DATES

TERM 4

WEEK 6B

Monday 10th November – K-6 Swim

Tuesday 11th November – K-6 Swim / Remembrance Day

Wednesday 12th November – K-6 Swim / K-6 Disco 5pm – 6.30pm

Thursday 13th November – Kindy Start 5 (last) Friday 14th November – K-6 Assembly (KB) /Sport 6

WEEK 7A

Monday 17th November – K-6 Swim

Tuesday 18th November – K-6 Swim

Wednesday 19th November – K-6 Swim

Friday 21st November – Sport 7

WEEK 8B

Monday 24th November – K-6 Swim (last)

Tuesday 25th November – K-6 Swim (last)

Wednesday 26th November – K-6 Swim (last)

Friday 28th November – K-6 Assembly (Yr 6) / Sport 8

WEEK 9A

Tuesday 2nd December – Yr 6 into 7 Parent Evening

Wednesday 3rd December – Yr 6 into 7 Orientation Day

Friday 5th December – Sport 9

WEEK 10B

Wednesday 10th December – K to Yr 2 Awards Morning 9.30am / Yr 3 – 6 Awards Afternoon 12.30pm

Thursday 11th December – Yr 6 Farewell Dinner

Friday 12th December – NO Sport

WEEK 11A

Wednesday 17th December – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

SECONDARY DIARY DATES

TERM 4

WEEK 6B

Tuesday 11th November – Yr 8 ESSA (Science) Online Test / Remembrance Day

Wednesday 12th November – No TAFE

Friday 14th November – Sport 6

WEEK 7A

Monday 17th November – Yr 10 Exam Wk Day 1 of 5

Tuesday 18th November- Yr 10 Exam Wk Day 2 of 5

Wednesday 19th November- Yr 10 Exam Wk Day 3 of 5 / No TAFE

Thursday 20th November- Yr 10 Exam Wk Day 4 of 5

Friday 21st November – Yr 10 Exam Wk Day 5 of 5 / Sport 7

WEEK 8B

Wednesday 26th November – No TAFE

Thursday 27th November – Year 9 Peer Support

Friday 28th November – Year 9 Peer Support / Sport 8

WEEK 9A

Tuesday 2nd December – Yr 6 into 7 Parent Evening

Wednesday 3rd December – Yr 6 into 7 Orientation Day / No TAFE

Friday 5th December – Sport 9

WEEK 10B

Monday 8th December – Yr 10 ROSA Results online

Friday 12th December – Yr 7-9 Awards Morning 9.30am / Yr 10 to 11 Awards Afternoon 12.30pm / NO Sport

WEEK 11A

Monday 15th December – Yr 8 Digital Storytelling

Tuesday 16th December – Yr 8 Digital Storytelling

Wednesday 17th December – HSC Results Available / Yr 7-10 Picnic Day / LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

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Jindabyne Little Athletics

is registering now for the

2014/2015 Season for age groups U6

to U17

At the Dept. of Sport & Recreation

Oval

Every Tuesday

4.30 – 6.30 pm

Come and Join Us!

For all queries email

jindyathletes@gmail.com

Cooma Champs Tennis

SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMPS

Camp 1: Thurs 18 Dec – Fri 19 Dec, 2014.

Camp 2: Mon 22 Dec – Tues 23 Dec, 2014.

Camp 3: Mon 5 Jan, 2015 – Tues 6 Jan, 2015.

Camp 4: Mon 12 Jan – Tues 13 Jan, 2015.

Camp 5: Mon 19 Jan – Tues 20 Jan, 2015.

$90.00 for 2 day camp.

DISCOUNTED TO $65.00 if booking and

payment received a week prior to camp.

(Cash, cheque or Direct Debit accepted. )

9am – 3pm, JINDABYNE BOWLING CLUB

Please call Tom: 0404 838 049

Camps suitable for beginner to intermediate players. Some great

prizes to be won, so come along and have some fun.

Cooma Champs Tennis also offers tennis lessons throughout the school Term. Come

along for lessons with Cooma Champs Tennis and let Tom's experience on the world tennis stage, and the knowledge and patience of his

team bring out the very best in your child. While the kids are having a lesson why not have one

yourself. It's never too late for mum or dad. What a great christmas present idea!

TOM PEREA : ACCREDITED ATPCA / TENNIS

AUSTRALIA CLUB PROFESSIONAL. ACTIVE AFTER SCHOOL ACCREDITED

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