Bayview Newsletter Issue 15_20 May 2013

From the Principal– Dr Michelle Kearney According to researchers, children whose parents are actively involved in their education are at an advantage. One of the most notable indicators of early involvement is higher academic achievement. Researchers have shown that parental involvement not only benefits children but it also benefits parents and the school. When the relationship between the school and family is trusting and collaborative there are benefits for all, but most importantly the student. Research on improving educational outcomes for students supports the cooperation of those who have the greatest influence on them, namely parents and teachers. There is unequivocal evidence that parental involvement makes a significant difference to educational achievement. When schools and parents are able to work together in constructive and meaningful ways much can be achieved. Over the last few weeks we have had a number of opportunities to strengthen and increase the opportunities for Bayview parents to connect with the school. I acknowledged last week the wonderful work of our parent volunteers who contribute so much of their time and talent. The Parents and Friends Association have met twice this term and are excitedly working on some amazing projects which they will inform us all about over the coming weeks and months. Some projects are aimed at building a stronger sense of community amongst the parent body through the development of a variety of events that will provide camaraderie, fun and entertainment. A number of proven fundraising activities will occur again along with some new ideas. A small group of parents attended the seminar last week with Paul Dillon on Teenagers, Alcohol and Drugs. Paul worked with Year 11 and 12 students during the day and staff from Bayview and other schools in the afternoon. Paul is an entertaining and fascinating speaker who provoked all parents with the information and advice that he presented. If you were unable to attend you might like to go online and look at this presentation which is similar to the one he presented. http://darta.net.au/wordpress-content/uploads/2013/02/ADOLESCENT-BRAIN-AND-ALCOHOL.pdf 35% of parents responded to the Curriculum parent survey. We thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and observations. The information obtained from the survey, and from the parents who attended the forum will be incorporated as part of our curriculum review.

“ When families are involved in their children’s education in positive ways, children can achieve higher grades and test scores, have better attendance at school, complete more homework, demonstrate more positive attitudes and behaviour, graduate at higher rates and have greater enrolment in

higher education.” Henderson & Berla (1994)

BAYVIEW Newsletter ISSUE 15 Monday 20 May 2013 www.bayview.vic.edu.au

Risen Jesus, renew us by your Holy Spirit.

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A significant moment in our history

At the end of this year, we celebrate 130 years of Institute presence and mission in Portland - the first foundation after Ballarat made by Gonzaga Barry in 1884.

This is indeed a significant moment in our history, made more so with Denise Desmarchelier moving from Portland in December, and so ending 130 years of our constant presence in that community.

The Province has very consciously maintained its presence in Portland until now. Over the last few years, with her typical dedication, Denise has worked with the College to strengthen its operations at both management and governance levels, and with a solid Council and effective processes now in place, this seems the time for us to move away with every confidence the College has the capacity it needs for the future.

We can be assured that Loreto will continue in Portland’s collective memory particularly in the minds and hearts of student families and parishioners; in the history and traditions of Loreto -Christian Community College-Bayview; in the names of two of the three Houses - Ward, Barry and MacKillop; and of course in the naming of ‘Nuns Beach’.

The Province will continue to hold responsibility related to the ownership and lease arrangement of the Bayview site and the underwriting of loans; the Constitution and membership of the Christian Community College Company Inc. and Bayview Board; and support offered by meetings of the Principal and Business Manager with their Loreto school colleagues.

The 130 years of IBVM presence in Portland will be celebrated on Sunday 3rd November 2013 with the Parish Mass, formalities and lunch at Bayview, and the blessing of the IBVM graves in the Portland cemetery. It is hoped that many Loreto Sisters will be able to attend, together with past and present parishioners, past and present students, staff and families of Loreto-Christian Community College-Bayview and All Saints Primary School.

This celebration of 130 years dedication of our sisters will surely bring to mind a host of wonderful women who lived and taught in Portland over that time – our cloud of witnesses both living and dead. We pray in gratitude for these women and all the blessings received.

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CALENDAR DATES

Monday 20 May Senior Football(10-12) Hamilton

Thursday 23 May Careers & Aspirations Day for Koori students

Friday 24 May VCAL Fluro Friday 7pm—11pm

Monday 27 May– Friday 21 June Year 7 to Year 11 Arts Exhibition At Portland Arts Centre (CEMA)

Tuesday 28 May Year 9 Camp Parent Information Evening. 6pm Bayview LOTE Room. Parents & students welcome.

Wednesday 29 May Interschool Cross Country

Matsudo high school homes stay information evening 7pm

Monday 3 June Years 9-11 at-home Study Day and Grade 6 Discovery Day

Monday 3 June –Thursday 6 June Year 9-11 Exams

Monday 10 June Queen’s Birthday Holiday

Tuesday 11 June Report Writing Day No students required at school

Friday 14 June & Friday 21 June Year 9 Peer Skills Program

Tuesday 18 June Year 9 Binge Buster Program

The Top Arts and Designs Melbourne Experience On Thursday 2nd and Friday 3 May students from the VCE Studio Arts, Drama, Visual Communication and Product Design and Technology (Wood & Textiles) classes traveled to the National Gallery of Victoria, Ian Potter Australian gallery in Melbourne to view the Top Arts 2012 exhibition. Students viewed artists’ folios to gain an insight into the design process, watched glass blowing at Kirra gallery, viewed the 80’s Mixed Tape exhibition and the Emergency Shelter housing exhibition at Federation Square. Other highlights included the Australian Catholic College (ACC) All Boys schools Year 7-12 exhibition, Top Designs at the Museum, the Dior and Yamamoto and Fashion and Ballet exhibits at the NGV International and a play at the Melbourne theatre company. A highlight on the Friday afternoon was the Hollywood Costume exhibition, where students viewed costumes ranging from Dorothy’s dress and famous red shoes in The Wizard of Oz, The Blues Brothers suit, Scarlett O'Hara's green 'curtain' dress designed by Walter Plunkett for Gone with the Wind(1939) and the 'little black dress' designed by Hubert De Givenchy for Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961) with costumes from the latest Hollywood releases including outfits for Meryl Streep in The Iron Lady (2011) and the high-tech Batman suit for Christian Bale in The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and Harry Potter’s famous Hogwarts costume. School Accounts Term Installments If you are paying in 3 term installments, your second installment is due by 31 May, 2013. The final installment is due by the 31 August, 2013. If you wish to discuss an alternative payment arrangement, please contact Michael Crowe our Business Manager ([email protected]), or Lindy Hernan our Accounts Officer ([email protected]), or on PH: 5523 1042.

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VCE IT create community website Students from the VCE IT elective were given the opportunity to create a website for 3PRC to be launched in the coming weeks. The students liaised with their clients and designed the website themselves

Year 9 Geography Flags of the World The students were asked to design and produce a flag of the country they were researching in their geography class. Students chose to make cakes, cupcakes, jelly, Lego or to draw their flags.

A Taste of Asia– Henna Tattoos The Year 9 elective ‘A Taste of Asia’ recently tried out Henna tattoos. They used a special type of body paint, painting the tattoos on themselves.

Wool and knitting needles wanted! The Faith and values team wish to start a blanket knitting initiative as part of an awareness campaign about the needy in our region.

Students will meet in the library on a Wednesday at lunchtime and knit squares that will become blankets.

We are appealing to the Bayview Community for donations of No. 4 knitting needles and 8ply knitting yarn (wool or acrylic) and/or knitted squares of size about 16cm x 16cm.

Paul Dillon; Drug and Alcohol Presentation Paul Dillon is the founder of Drug and Alcohol Research and Training Australia. He is also a former school teacher. Paul conducts drug information sessions and workshops for school students across Australia and internationally. He covers Alcohol and dangerous situations: What to do if something goes wrong, what you need to know about alcohol and other drugs, and young people, alcohol and risk taking: looking after your mates.

A community forum was also held in the evening for community Members. If you were unable to attend but would like further information please go to www.darta.net.au

Students from University of Ballarat join Bayview Three University students from Ballarat are completing their rounds at Bayview College for the next 2 weeks. We would like to welcome them to the Bayview Community and hope they enjoy their stay! Left-Right Ollie Rickard (former Bayview student) is in his third year doing PE & English, Kara Shuttleworth second Year PE amd Brad Finigan third year PE. Today they went to Hamilton to support the Bayview Seniors Football team.

Hamish Clark, Jorja Roll & Beau Stafford

Left-Right Mr Harris Caleb Johnstone, Jai Anderson, William Holmes, Clayton Harders, Corbin Eather, Jared Ryan, Alex De Guloten, Scott Leathbridge, Shyamal Kapoor, Sitting; Aaron Beasley & Aren Tober

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Cross Country Results Boys Time Girls Time Year 13 Tom Parker 19.01 Meg Schultz 18.03 Damon Huppatz 19.20 Paige Clayton 24.30 Josh Archer-Rose 19.49 Sophie Russell 34.36 Jack Gorry 20.33 Eva Clark 34.48 Year 14 Aaron Shepherd 16.36 Nikea Gollasch 19.13 Liam Nelson 16.38 Kate Malcolm 22.07 Shannon Donehue 16.40 Olivia Cottier 24.02 Harrison Hampshire 17.14 Lucy De Guloten 25.25 Year 15 Lachlan Huppatz 14.40 Laura Kelly 20.25 Lachlan Murrell 15.54 Livi Gollasch 20.53 Callan Gerritsen 16.42 Rachael Roberts 21.11 Leighton Marshall 19.20 Kayla Gorry 21.32 Year 16 Lachlan Donehue 19.33 Candice Down 18.45 Jesse Stone 20.10 Jess Nash 21.21 Joshua Jenner 20.37 Maddie Englezos 21.39 Tom Williams 20.50 Sarah Cottier 22.18 Year 17 Aidan Cancian 18.08 Ebony Braune 21.54 Ben Cottier 19.09 Brittany Stafford 22.57 Aidan Sealey 20.39 Meg Ryan 23.10 Riley Outtram 22.22 Samantha Shepherd 23.11 Under 20 Callem Mizzi 17.50 Rachael Bennett 20.51 Rowan Marshall 19.47 Hayley Ball 23.40 Miguel Merrett 21.30 Lily Rickard 24.46 Killian Proefrock 21.52 Kaylee Wilson 26.18 Final Results 1st Ward 703 2nd Barry 662 3rd MacKillop 632 Inter league Netball A huge congratulations to the following girls who represented their respective regions at the William Loud Netball regional championships.

Tayla Falconer and Laura Kelly represented The Hamden Netball League in the 15 and under team after being selected out of 45 to 50 girls. This is a fantastic achievement for these two girls who are new to the Hamden League after being involved with Western Border previously. The team won the tournament and now Tayla and Laura will compete in the Victorian William Loud Championship in Melbourne on Sunday June 23rd. We wish them well with their netball.

Emily Hernan, Candice Down and Grace Davey were selected to play in the 17 and under team for their region – The South West Netball League at the William Loud Netball tournament. They were coached by Mrs. Lindy Hernan who was very pleased with the girl’s efforts on the day.

Eilish Drought and Rachael Roberts represented The South West Netball league in the 15 and under side also at the William Loud tournament. They too were selected after attending trials and should be very proud of their achieve-ments on the day.

Eva Clark was selected for the Hamden Netball League 13 and under team while Paige Clayton was selected for the 13 and under South West Netball League side which played in Warrnambool at the William Loud Tournament. Eva’s team made it into the semi finals but unfortunately lost and missed out on playing in the grand final.

We welcome information from the Bayview Community on students competing in any sports in the community

Our Polo Crosse star shines! Tayla Falconer was selected to represent Victoria in the Junior (16 & Under) Mixed Competition at the Australian Junior Polo Crosse Classic in Albury over the Anzac Day weekend. Every State in Australia was competing as well as New Zealand and players from South Africa. Tayla played in the No. 1 (Goal Scoring) position and performed extremely well and was named as one of her team’s best players during the entire tournament. Her team won the Div. 3 Grand Final following convincing wins over Northern Territory, Tasmania, South Aus-tralia and Western Australian. Tayla has had a very successful Polo Crosse Season this year – winning the South Australian Championships (Open Div. 2) and also winning the Victorian Junior Development Tournament. She was also selected in a Victorian Team that played a Test Series against South Australia. She is currently a member of the Victorian Junior Development squad and is hoping to gain selection to compete at the Australian National Titles in Darwin in 2014. Later this year she has been invited to compete in Western Australia as part of the Junior Player exchange program.

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Year 10 Work Experience Year 10 students were given the opportunity to enter the work force and find experience in the career they wish to pursue in the future. All students found work in a range of different work places, hopefully giving them an insight on a future career choice.

Matsudo High School Homestay Once again, Bayview College is hosting 15 Japanese students from Matsudo High School from 21st July to 9th August this year. The students are going to stay for approximately 3 weeks.

Currently, we are short in host families. The benefits of hosting a Japanese student are valuable, with Bayview students gaining amazing time and experience. Hosting is particularly beneficial for Bayview students who are considering participating in future study tours to Japan. Students gain an insight into what it is like to be a part of a home-stay program and they often make friendships that can be rekindled when they visit Japan.

If you would like to find out more about hosting one of the students, please fill out the slip below and return to school as soon as possible. We will arrange a meeting on Wednesday 29th May to provide further detail and to answer any questions you may have. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. I ___________________________________ of year ________, would like to find out more about hosting a Japanese student in 2013. Signed ____________________ (parent signature)

Zoe Hewlett designing logos at Portland Signworks.

Jared Ryan sorting out timber at Errey Farm Supplies

Abby Hannig worked at Bupa Aged Care, Portland and enjoyed her time. Abby would like to pursue nursing/

Aren Tober at the YMCA. Aren would like to pursue Personal Training

L-R Hashi Morita and Kalian Gee completed their work experience at Sovereign Hill Ballarat. They had the opportunity to dress in period costume.

BAYVIEW College

Year 8 Camp

Josh Smail Jack Woodall, Bill Stephens & Richard Harrison Hampshire & Liam Sealey Crumpen-Slade

Selwyn Williams & Campbell Reefman Giaan Englezos & Bryden Ralph (Red faces) Meg McLean on the Flying Fox Having lunch at Mt Abrupt

Luke Johnson & Harry McIntyre Olivia Cottier, Kaitlyn Boyer & Amelia Macklin Jorja Mallen at the initiative morning on the low ropes on the low ropes

James Roberts at the initiative morning Hunter Merryfull & Aaron Shepherd at the Katie Aldridge, Taylah Pratt, Alexis O’Brien, initiative morning Kate Malcolm & Bryden Ralph

Complete Learning Initiative - Huge savings on EdAlive software bundles EdAlive has announced the new Complete Learning Initiative (CLI) to give families the opportunity to use the same software at home that we have licences for use at school.

46 titles up to 95% off, Incredible value bundles from $19.95 Complete, consolidate or update your collection, Fun learning for your child Free 3 month ZooWhiz Premium subscription for each child Please return your orders to the school by Friday 24 May 2013

Defying the Drift is a program for secondary students (age 15 - 16 yrs) interested in a career in agriculture and related industries. The program comprises - Stage 1: residential weekend 30th June to 2nd July 2013 at Marcus Oldham College, Geelong. Stage 2: (Jul and Aug 2013) mentoring for each student by their Local Learning & Employment Network, and study a local enterprise. Stage 3: (Sep to Oct 2013) deliver a presentation to a Rotary Club (or other organisation) outlining key learnings from participation in the program. Download and complete an application form from www.ruralsupport.org and return it to your nearest Rotary Club by 31st May 2013. Applications are available from Student Services Portland Arts Centre Calendar

A collaboration between KAGE and Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria SUNDOWNER Tuesday 21 May 7.30pm – Portland Civic Hall Starring Helen Morse, Sundowner combines theatre, dance and physicality in a story of lament and at times, grief and sorrow. Ultimately though, this is a story of love: love of family, love of history and love of life. ALI MCGREGOR’S ALCHEMY Thursday 23 May 7.30pm - Portland Arts Centre Ali McGregor traverses the worlds of opera, cabaret and popular culture like no other, either as a soprano with Opera Australia: as one of the original stars of The Spiegeltent's hit show La Clique: or as a regular guest on ABC's Spicks & Specks.

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