~Kadina News~ No 4— Term 1— 15 March 2012

Kadina Street, Goonellabah 2480

Telephone: (02) 6624 3133 Facsimile: (02) 6625 2137 Email: kadina-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Website: http://www.kadina-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Principal: Mr Ian Davies

This school is built upon the Lands of the People of the Bundjalung Nation

In the past 2 weeks we have had a number of visitors into Kadina High School. Firstly the school held two enrichment days. The aim of the two days was to allow students from our feeder schools the opportu-nity of meeting and sharing ideas with other students of like minds and to provide an opportunity for the students’ thinking to be extended. The students had an opportunity to experience specialist facilities within our school. Wednesday March 7th was our Information Evening allowing students who may choose to enrol at Kadina High School in 2013, an opportu-nity to listen to what our school has to offer, and to tour our facilities. The night was successful with a large number of people attending. Tuesday March 13th was the parent/teacher evening, again with a large number of people attending taking the opportunity to gain feedback on how their child has settled in to the new school year. This was an ex-tremely valuable experience for parents of Year seven students. Thank you to all the staff and students who participated in these func-tions taking the opportunity to present Kadina High School at its best. The P&C held its Annual General Meeting this week with 2 patrons, Ms. Joyce Cordery, and Ms. Jenny Dowell present. Congratulations to the new office bearers. Year twelve students should be in their final preparation for their up and coming half yearly examinations which start with Music perform-ances next Thursday and then formal written examinations as of Mon-day March 26th. Can I thank Mr. Farrell, Mr. Ippolito, and Ms. Johnstone who relieved in high duty positions whilst I was on leave.

Mr I Davies Principal

Diary Dates March 15 Open Rugby League Woodlawn. March 16 Zone Soccer March 19 Zone Table Tennis Hepburn March 22 Year 12 Music Night Zone Netball Yamba March 26-29 Yr12 Half Yearly Exams March 30 Cross Country April 2-4 Yr12 Half Yearly Exams April 5 ANZAC Assembly Last day of Term April 24 Students return

Being a Kadina student means that you: CARE FOR YOURSELF CARE FOR OTHERS CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT CARE ABOUT LEARNING

For your convenience Kadina now has

EFTPOS for the payment of

excursions or fees, no need for cash!

I would like to remind parents you can subscribe to the school newsletter email distribution list. It is easy and it is free. All you have to do is log into whichever email account that you would like to receive the email from and send an email to: kadina-h.admin@det.nsw.edu.au with "subscribe me" in the subject line.

Voluntary School Contributions &

Subject Fees

Voluntary School Contributions & Subject Fees invoices where sent home. If you have made any payment in the last week please disregard this amount.

LATE FOR SCHOOL

Please support your children by en-couraging them to arrive on time. All late arrivals need to be supported by a note with your child’s name and roll class signed by a parent/guardian explaining the reasons for the lateness

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Points to Consider When Buying a Used Car Know what type of vehicle is allowed. The prohibited vehicle condition restricts provisional (P1 and P2) driv-ers from driving certain high performance vehicles. Prohibited vehicles are those with: · Eight or more cylinders (except diesel). · A turbocharged engine (diesel exempt). · A supercharged engine (diesel exempt). · Engine performance modifications that require an engineer’s certificate. · Certain high performance six cylinder engines. Visit the P1/P2 – High performance vehicle restrictions page on www.rta.com.au Know what you want. Do your research, consider what type of car will suit, whether manual or automatic, what the car will be used for, running costs (including maintenance and repairs) and level of safety. Know what to check. Check the vehicle’s identity; its VIN (vehicle identification number), engine number, compli-ance number plate, and check to see whether the vehicle has money owing on it. REVS (www.revs.nsw.gov.au) can also tell if the car’s been stolen, re-registered or classified as a write-off. Know how it drives. Take the vehicle for a test drive, but before you do, make sure the seller has an insurance policy that will cover it if there is a crash. Listen for odd noises and rattles, check the engine and how it runs, and check the brakes and the steering. Is your car worthy? When deciding between cars, choose the one with the highest Used Car Safety Rating. Visit www.mynrma.com.au A comprehensive pre-purchase safety inspection and an authorised inspection (pink slip) will ensure your car is in good enough shape to be driven on the road. Ensure that all faults are repaired before you take possession of the vehicle. Helpful Websites: Roads & Traffic Authority www.rta.nsw.gov.au NRMA www.mynrma.com.au NSW Office of Fair Trading www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au REVS www.revs.nsw.gov.au Motor Traders Authority www.mtansw.com.au The Red Book www.redbook.com.au ANCAP Vehicle Safety Review www.ancap.com.au For information about the RRISK Program and risk taking, visit www.rrisk.com.au

Parent Teacher Evening

Thank you to all parents who were able to attend the Parent/Teacher Evening held on 13/3/2012. It seemed that the number of attendees was slightly greater than in previous years and we hope that your interviews were productive and will contribute to your son/daughter/ward experiencing improved outcomes as a result. If you were unable to attend or were unable to see a teacher on the night, please feel free now, or at any time, to contact the school to arrange a phone interview. Greg Wade

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University Roadshow 2012 – Sally Champion Despite being held on a Wednesday, when many seniors aren’t required attend school, we had an excellent turn out to the University Roadshow in Kadina High School Library. Regional universities send representatives from their campuses to inform our senior students of the range of courses they offer, entry requirements and scholarships. They also pro-vide glimpses of campus life, including extra-curricular activities and accommodation. The University delegates commented on the interest and enthusiasm of our students. Many students commented on the tremendous value of such a roadshow, which has given has given them more direction and focus in planning their future tertiary studies and career options. “It makes our future look quite exciting and something to work really hard for,” commented Alece Riemer.

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Cross Country Carnival 2012 – Lennox Head Our annual Cross Country Fun Run Carnival is on Friday 30th March, 2012 (Week 10, Term 1). I would like to take this opportunity to remind you of the following important points: ATTENDANCE Students need to return permission notes to the front office by Friday March 23rd, 2012 ALL student are expected to attend and participate – Roll mark will take place at Lennox Head NO students remain at school Injured students must take their note to their House Teachers and can help out with administration etc NO students are to leave the Cross Country track or Surf Club area during the day If you wish to remain at Lennox Head at the end of the day, students must have a note from your parent/caregiver TRANSPORT ALL students in Years 7 to 11 travel by bus to the venue Year 12 students may drive/ be a passenger if they have school permission to do so (see Mr Farrell) COST $6 to be paid when boarding the bus – This covers bus fare and barbecue lunch/ drinks Year 12 are to pay their $6 fee upon arrival at Lennox Head (give your money to Mrs Seymour) Upon completion of the course all students receive a lunch voucher The Surf Club Kiosk will also be open UNIFORM JOGGERS MUST be worn – NO open sandals, thongs etc Sports Uniform or House coloured clothes that are suitable for walking/running are also required SAFETY Please be SUN SAFE (wear sunscreen, hat, sunglasses) – We will also provide sunscreen at the Surf Club Asthmatics are required to bring their own medication to use First aid will be available around the course and at the Surf Club Remember to DRINK WATER before the event and upon completion DO NOT bring footballs or valuables NO student may enter the surf AT ANY TIME WET WEATHER ARRANGEMENTS IF RAINING the morning of the event, listen to ABC, 2LM or ZZZ around 7.30am for an announcement If the carnival is postponed you will be expected to come to school with Friday Week A materials Our back-up day is Thursday 5 April, 2012 PLACINGS The first 4 runners in each age group will be selected to compete at the Northern Rivers Cross Country Car-nival. The Zone Carnival will be on Friday 25 May, 2012. The North Coast Regional Carnival is on Friday 8 June, 2012. Mrs Jenny Seymour Sports Organiser

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MUSIC NEWS - WEEK 8, TERM 1 Congratulations to two of our new Year 7 students, Laetitia Binetruy and Alanna Waters who have been accepted into Regional Music Camp at Lake Ainsworth in May. These students have made a great start to high school, joining the band for Ma Baker and getting to know students from all years. Seven students from Years 9 to 12 have been busy recording DVD auditions for the Talent Identification Program which will be held in Port Macquarie in May. Students should be notified by the end of the term if they have gained acceptance into the program. STOP PRESS!! Year 12 Music Night in the MPC at 7pm on Thursday, 22nd March. Students will present pieces for their half-yearly exams. Tickets are $5 available at the door or at the front office from next Monday. See you there. Wednesday afternoons have been devoted to rehearsals for Ma Baker’s Tonic, our musical which will be staged to-wards the end of next term. The band is working on pieces from the 1920s and 30s to accompany the vocalists.

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It is with great sadness that Beltane farewells Chris Sherwood who had been coming to school over the last four years to teach band members the tin whistle and bodhran (tin whistle). Chris had been battling cancer for the last two years and passed away on 22nd February. Chris is pictured below with ensemble members at a performance for Senior Citi-zens Week last year.

YEAR 12 MUSIC NIGHT Half-yearly performance exam

Thursday March 22nd MPC 7pm $5

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‘LIVE IT UP’ YOUTH WEEK SERVICE EXPO Expressions of interest

Lismore City Council and Youth Connections North Coast Inc. are seeking expressions of interest from community organisations to be involved in supporting and helping with Lismore’s very own local Youth Week event

“Live it up”.

14th April at the Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre 10am – 3pm

There will be a skate competition at the Skate Park, as well as other fun activities. We would like to have trained workers involved in activities run in the sports stadium such as sports, circus and music skills. This en-

courages workers and young people to interact in a more relaxed and youth friendly environment.

There will be an information area for promotional material and resources .We are also calling out for Youth Workers to volunteer ½ hr on the Information area to provide assistance to youth and family members.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: Please send to Mitch King YCNC Phone: 02 6622 3143 E-mail: mitchk@ycnc.com.au

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Surfnski will take in 10 days in Canada where students will spend a week at a Canadian ski resort, as well as three days in Vancouver

taking in NHL ice hockey, and all the sites of the host city of the 2010 Winter Olympic

Games.The tour will finish with 6 days in Los Angeles, taking in Hollywood, Universal Stu-

dios and Disneyland, NBA Basketball and Santa Monica.

SurfnSki January 2013 Australia’s leading sporting tour operators, Wander-ers Australia, invite Far North Coast students to join them on this unique and exciting new U’18 experi-

ence. Students between 13 and 18 years of age can experience this once in a lifetime tour. Far North Coast have secured a minimum of 8 places on this tour so come by yourself , or as a school group - you’ll make lifelong friends on this un-forgettable holiday!

Interested – contact David Hanley on mclis@norex.com.au or

0419978880 for details.

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Sickness Procedure

Students & Parents are reminded that if a student becomes sick at school they should first inform their teacher or any teacher if in the playground. The student should then report to the main office with a note & parents may be contacted. It is policy that parents are contacted, and asked, where possible, to pick their child up. Do we have your current mobile numbers?? Please ensure we have your current contact numbers so we can contact you in case your child becomes ill or injured.

Student Exchange – Memories and Skills for a Lifetime! Give your child the opportunity to gain international experiences and language skills to kick-start a future career. Along with distinct language benefits, exchange students mature, gain confidence and develop a much more worldly approach upon their return to Australia. World Education Program Australia (WEP), a not-for-profit student exchange or-ganisation registered with the education departments, is now accepting applica-tions for students to live overseas in 2012/13 as exchange students for a summer, semester or year. WEP is offering $3000 scholarships towards year-long programs to Italy and French-speaking Belgium commencing in January 2013. Find out more! Visit www.wep.org.au Attend one of WEP’s information evenings and open days Call 1300 884733 Upcoming Information Sessions Lismore: 5 May

Volunteers needed! Can you host a foreign exchange

student ? Host families are being sought for students from Finland, Austria, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Sweden and Italy. Students aged 15-18 are arriving in Australia in July and would love to be part of your family. Students attend the local high school. Hosting is volun-tary, so it will basically cost you what it would cost to feed and launder an extra person in your house, and students come pre-pared with their own spending money for the school bus, school uniforms, toiletries, outings, enter-tainment etc For more information, call Louise on 0435 301 774 /frangipani72@bigpond.com.au

Uniform Pool If you have outgrown school uniform tops the school are willing to take them off your hands to place in the school uniform pool. Just drop them off at the school canteen during school hours. Your support is appreciated.

Prepare to retrain at TAFE If you need to retrain and find new work, this course will suit you. The Certificate III in Employment and Training (Wollongbar TAFE Semester 1, 2012) will help you build your skills and confidence so you can successfully undertake further study and apply for a job. The course has a Community Services focus, but is suitable for study and work in any area. You’ll find direction and gain study skills, interpersonal communication skills, job seeking skills and essential com-puter skills. You’ll also take part in work experience in an area of your choice. Email Pam at pam.timms@det.nsw.edu.au or contact the Campus on 66204700.

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Helping Learner Drivers Become Safer Drivers FREE Workshop for parents and supervising drivers

To help parents in supervising learner drivers, the Roads & Maritime Services (previously RTA), Lismore and Ballina Councils have set up 2-hour workshops for parents, which offer practical advice on how to help learner drivers be-come safer drivers.

The workshop provides practical advice about:-

Understanding the new laws for L and P licence holders

Supervising Learner drivers

Completing the Learner Driver Log Book

Understanding the benefits of supervised on-road driving experience The next workshop will be conducted at the Goonellabah Sports Club, 202 Oliver Avenue, Goonellabah on Thursday 22 March 2012.

Starting time for the workshop is 6.00pm, finishing at approx. 8.30pm with a light supper provided.

Lions Club of Lismore In Partnership with

Mary Vidler Gowns

Debutante Ball

5th May 2012

To be Held at

Lismore Workers Club

Girls who would like to take part in this year’s

Debutante Ball

Help us raise money for Lions Medical Research Foundation

In Partnership with Lismore Lions Club

Please register at

Mary Vidler Bridal 16 Carrington Street

Lismore Phone 6621 6724

Goonellabah Soccer Places available in all grades. Especially 12/13 boys and 1

5/16 girls. Visit us at www.goonellabahfc.com.au

For further information: President: Jon Aldous 0405161896

Registrar: Junior Tony or Cindy 66252274 Senior Dave 0416241627

Become a foster carer This year around 24,000 young people aged from babies to teens will be living in out-of-home care due to a range of domestic issues. As a result, foster carers are urgently needed and Fostering NSW is calling on caring and stable people to help care for a young person in their home. Foster carers play a vital role and by giving these children safe and caring homes, either short or long-term, help to change their lives for the better. If you would like to know more about becoming a foster carer, call 1800 236 783 or visit www.fosteringnsw.com.au/

Australian Air Force Cadets Parent Information Night Date 23/3/12 Time 18:00—22:00 Location 326SQNLismore Airforce Rd (behind the 41st Battalion) This is an open/recruiting night where potential cadets and their parents can find out more about the AAFC and 326SQN. Contacts FLTLT Roy Nuttycombe: 66282100 or 0405166060 SGT Steve Parry :66635331 or 0427635331 326 Squsdron Phone (Between parade hours 18:00-22:00) 66217188