9090 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY Research is definitive in stating that the element that has the most effect on student learning and achievement is the quality of teaching. The professional learning program that teachers participate in weekly on Monday, enabled by the early closure, is targeted to improving their knowledge and practice so that all students are successful learners and achieve highly. This professional learning continues until 4.15 and extends to Wednesday. In addition teachers undertake 37.5 hours of professional learning out of school time annually and take up many other individual opportunities to improve their practice. Eleven members of the leadership team attended the 2 day Regional Leader’s Conference on Thursday 10 th & Friday 11 th March. The focus was Professional Learning Communities - the systematic way that teachers work together in teams focused on scrutinising what students can do and what action can be taken to achieve better results for students they serve. The conference provided us with useful tools and processes to get better at this. Our goal at The Heights is: everyone takes ownership of, and responsibility for, the learning and wellbeing of every student. It is by working together, operating collaboratively and examining students’ work for evidence of progress that we will achieve this goal. Tim Brown the conference presenter described teachers as ‘Engines of Hope’ who send the message to students that: • “What we are doing is important • You can do it • I’m not going to give up on you – even if you give up on yourself” Events and information in the newsletter and the Annual Report describe our determination to engage students in a relevant and challenging curriculum to achieve better results. Helen Calvert Principal Brunel Drive Modbury Heights South Australia, 5092 Ph: (08) 8263 6244 Fax: (08) 8263 6072 Email: [email protected]WWW: http://www.theheights.sa.edu.au NEWSLETTER No. 4 24 March 2011 OUR SCHOOL VALUES We work hard to learn We respect ourselves and each other We value acts of generosity IN THIS ISSUE…… Clipsal 500 Physics Excursion Novita’s Annual Achievement Awards MS/SS Sport’s Day – Individual Results Indoor Cricket Trophies DIARY DATES 29/3 Open Morning 11am – 12:30pm 29/3 Gifted Education Parent Session – 7:00pm-8:00pm 30/3 NE Vista/Nth Athletics – SANTOS 31/3 Abuse Neglect Education & Care Training - Parent/Volunteer Training Session 5/4 Governing Council Meeting - 7:00pm 6/4 JS Parent/Teacher Interviews Additional dates for your Calendar 10/5 Open Night - 5:30-7:30 Student-Free day: Monday 2 nd May THE HEIGHTS NEEDS YOU ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING A PART OF THE GROUP THAT DETERMINES THE DIRECTION OF THE SCHOOL? ARE YOU KEEN TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF THE SCHOOL? ARE YOU ABLE TO ATTEND 2 MEETINGS PER TERM? IF THE ANSWER IS YES THEN GOVERNING COUNCIL IS THE GROUP FOR YOU VACANCIES EXIST FOR PARENT MEMBERS OF GOVERNING COUNCIL Complete the nomination form on the website and forward to the Principal http://www.theheightsschool.com.au/images/pdfs/govcouncil/nomination%20form%202011.pdf PARENTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY 5 TH APRIL 7:00PM Teacher Professional Learning Program Monday 2.45-3.15pm Week 7: Public Holiday Week 8: P-12 Comprehension Action Plan review and update. Identification of areas that teachers need to focus on in their subject area, or level of development P-3 and 4-5. Teachers were able to work together on these activities during the ½ hour early closure and continued after school hours until 4:15 on Monday and from 3:30 – 4:30 on Wednesday in faculty and cluster learning times. Improving the level of reading Comprehension so that students can achieve more highly is a school priority that demands our relentless focus. MY SCHOOL WEBSITE- http://www.myschool.edu.au/ The website provides a range of information about schools, such as numbers of students and staff, attendance rates and results from the national literacy and numeracy tests. For the first time, the website now also includes information about school finances. Please remember that the information My School provides is just one snapshot of information about our school. If you wanted to fund out that 2 of our students received 3 Merits (20/20) at SACE Stage 2, and Tertiary Entrance Ranks of 99.8 and 99.2, then you would need to read the newsletter or annual report. For further information on our school’s performance you are encouraged to look at our website http://www.theheightsschool.com.au/ and read our annual report.
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9090
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY
Research is definitive in stating that the element that
has the most effect on student learning and
achievement is the quality of teaching. The
professional learning program that teachers
participate in weekly on Monday, enabled by the
early closure, is targeted to improving their
knowledge and practice so that all students are
successful learners and achieve highly. This
professional learning continues until 4.15 and
extends to Wednesday. In addition teachers
undertake 37.5 hours of professional learning out of
school time annually and take up many other
individual opportunities to improve their practice.
Eleven members of the leadership team attended the
2 day Regional Leader’s Conference on Thursday 10th
& Friday 11th
March. The focus was Professional
Learning Communities - the systematic way that
teachers work together in teams focused on
scrutinising what students can do and what action
can be taken to achieve better results for students
they serve. The conference provided us with useful
tools and processes to get better at this.
Our goal at The Heights is: everyone takes ownership
of, and responsibility for, the learning and wellbeing
of every student. It is by working together, operating
collaboratively and examining students’ work for
evidence of progress that we will achieve this goal.
Tim Brown the conference presenter described
teachers as ‘Engines of Hope’ who send the message
to students that:
• “What we are doing is important
• You can do it
• I’m not going to give up on you – even if you
give up on yourself”
Events and information in the newsletter and the
Annual Report describe our determination to engage
students in a relevant and challenging curriculum to
Last week the Year 11 and 12 Physics classes attended the Clipsal 500. The purpose of the trip was to show that
physics is relevant in everyday life.
The students learned that V8 Supercars involve a lot of physics in the modification of regular Holden and Ford cars
into Supercars. Students also learnt the cars had to slow down around corners, because the centrifugal force would
have thrown them off the track if the acceleration was greater than the friction force provided by the track.
The worksheet that students were given to complete included questions such as: the average speed calculation of a
V8 travelling around the track; the price difference between V8 Supercars and everyday cars and the average fuel
consumption of a V8 Supercar.
Students were also asked to draw graphs showing speed versus time.
The responses of students to the enjoyment of the event throughout the day were
mixed. The majority of the students enjoyed the day, learnt something in a new
way and had a lot of fun doing it. The things that contributed to the enjoyment
were the noise of the cars, the free giveaways and the amusement rides.
Overall the Physics’ students enjoyed the day and explored the relevance of
physics to everyday life. Dani Stopp & Hayley McAteer
2011 Adelaide National Careers & Employment Expo The 2011 Adelaide National Careers & Employment Expo is the free careers event that provides the answers.
-Graduate, Apprentice & Trainee Opportunities -Employment and Training Seminars -Public/private education providers -Industry and organisations with Full & Part-Time Jobs on offer
Click on the following link for more info http://www.eocexpo.com.au/
SUCCESS IN SCIENCE 2010
SACE Stage 2 Tessa Rawolle Chemistry – 20
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Tessa received her award from
the R.A.C.I. (Royal Australian
Chemical Institute)
Gifted Education Parent Session
Tuesday March 29th
The Heights School Resource Centre
7.00 pm – 8.00pm
Gifted children in the 21st
century.
What parents should know!
This session is designed to inform parents of the influences on students in the 21st
century and what this means for the education of their child. All parents are welcome.
RSVP Michelle Crush (Middle School Secretary) 82636244
Student Exchange
Malaysia Penang student exchange –
4 places still remain on this program. Malaysian
students visit us this May and we travel to Penang
next July holidays. Please contact Mr. Harris via the
Front Office for information.
Novita’s Annual Achievement
Awards
Congratulations to Dylan Whitford-
Hall on receiving a nomination for
the above award that is given for
sporting, recreational, academic
and personal achievement.
Dylan has made tremendous
progress and achieved success
over the year.
Following Sports Day, the school will be competing in the NE VISTA Athletics Carnival at SANTOS
Stadium on Wednesday 30th March. Students who have qualified for this event have already received
consent forms. Any other interested students may enquire within the PE office.
Andrew Costello
Sports Co-ordinator
MS/SS SPORTS DAY 2011 Individual award winners are as follows:
YEAR LEVEL BOYS GIRLS
7 1st- Harley Mamo
2nd- Tom Edwards
1st- Ashleigh Lake
2nd- Quayara Jones
8 1st- Damon Hoad
2nd
- Jordan O’Doherty
1st- Kiralee Bates
2nd
- Anne Hatchard
9 1st- Ryan Llewellyn
2nd
- Sandene Jones
1st- Adelena Sanders
2nd
- Beverly Kabaya
10 1st- Jack Nelligan
2nd- Leigh Opitz
1st- Chantell Zanoli
2nd- Grace Lees
11 1st- Justin Albury
2nd- Marcus Davies
1st- Kaytlan Mackay
2nd- Katie McCarthy
12 1st- Jake Wicker
2nd- Brae McConnell
1st- Raquel Watson
2nd- Stephanie Attenborough
Walking School Bus
Every Friday
Morning
Norwood Football Club Holiday Clinics Wednesday April 27th and Thursday
April 28th, 1:00pm-3:00pm http://www.theheightsschool.com.au/images/PDFs/newsletters/inserts/nfc.pdf
THE HEIGHTS WINS INDOOR CRICKET TROPHIES
The Heights has enjoyed a successful Term 1 of senior indoor cricket,
winning both the Year 10 and Open NE Vista Zone Indoor Cricket Carnivals.
Over the 2 carnivals played at Modbury ICA, both teams remained
undefeated.
Congratulations goes to:
OPEN BOYS- Mitchell Thomas, Kyle McBride, Dale Jones, Marcus Kightley,
Marcus Davies, Jonathon Ross, Jason Russell, Jack Thomas
YEAR 10 BOYS- Jonathon Ross, Jason Russell, Jack Thomas, Jayden England,
Lachlan Anderson, Josh Macey, Luke Rayson, Hayden Smith, Daniel
McKeown
MODBURY TENNIS
CLUB
We’re seeking new members for the winter season for ages 6-17 years and beginners to experienced players. Games: Friday evening & Saturday morning Cost: - $100 per season More info: Bruce Tonkin 0423846071 or [email protected]
Entertainment Book 2011/2012 The new Entertainment Book will be
arriving soon. Place your order with the
Finance Office at the great price of $65.00.
The first 20 paid orders receive an
additional bonus page. HURRY!!!
Girls & Women’s Football 2011 North Eastern Suburbs U13 & U16 Girls Competition
TTG: Graham Tiggemann 0421343622 Modbury: Julie Wells 0417841965 Golden Grove: Steve Harris 0422655090 For more info: Joe Zadow or Annette Cooper, NEMJFA 0401907955
Blue Light Disco When: Friday, 1st April 2011
Where: Golden Grove Arts and Recreation Centre, The Golden Way,
Golden Grove
Time: Lock-in event from 7pm until 10pm
Please note we have changed the location and times to pre-purchase tickets!!
Tickets for the disco can be pre purchased at Westfield Tea Tree Plaza
at the bottom of the travelator near Coles (Kmart end of TTP)
On Thursday 31st March between 9 am and 8.30 pm
Cost $5 Limited tickets are available at the door on the night.
The disco is supervised by Police Officers and is held for young people aged between 12 and 17 years. Any equiries to be directed to Holden Hill Crime Prevention Section on 8207 6025.
Canteen Special
During Term 2 the current specials will continue: Junior School Thursday
Only – 1 Hot Dog with a Chocolate or Strawberry Big M - $5.00 Middle/Senior School
Wednesday Only – 1 Hot Dog with a 600ml soft drink - $5.00
VOLUNTEER TRAINING Responding to Abuse & Neglect Education and Care Training Session
Everyone wishing to work or volunteer with children and young people
at the school must first undertake training in their child protection
responsibilities. We have a responsibility to support and protect
volunteers and at the same time a very important duty of care to
students.
Our next training and induction for Volunteers will be:
Thursday March 31st
at 9.10am –11.00am
in the Lecture Theatre
We will also hold an induction to discuss your rights & responsibilities
regarding occupational health safety & welfare procedures.
10.30am – 11.00am
Further details: Lyn Albury Ph. 8263 6244 / 04880270346
Parents are asked to express interest re hosting (paid) a Korean student for a term this year to attend our school. Your own child would need to be a Year 4-7 student. Please contact Brian Harris via the front office.