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From the PRINCIPALMrs Fiona Godfrey ADMINISTRATION JUNIOR SCHOOL
PreK to Year 6SECONDARY SCHOOL
Year 7 to Year 12
Photographer: Adrian Cattanach
30 April 2014Radford College Calendar
To advise student absences, please contact the relevant reception area listed below directly.
ELC Reception 6162 6298
All ELC and Y1-Y6 [email protected]
Thu 1 May Hating Alison Ashley (2nd & 3rd May also) PERFORMING ARTS
1 – 4 Reception 6162 5330 Fri 2 May Cross Country Carnival (JS & Secondary)SPORT
5 – 6 Reception 6162 6290Sat 3 May Snowsports Sale SPORT
7 – 8 Reception 6162 6269 [email protected] 6 May Y9 Parent/Teacher Interviews SECONDARY
9 – 10 Reception 6162 6204 [email protected] 8 May Y10 Parent/Teacher Interviews SECONDARY
11 – 12 Reception 6162 6261 [email protected] 11 May Strings/Bands Workshop & Concert PERFORMING ARTS
OSHC - Director 6162 5376 [email protected] Tue 13-15 May NAPLAN Testing
Thu 22 May Education Forum - ICT PRINCIPAL
Reception hours during term time are 8am – 4pm, except Main Reception, which is 8am – 5pm
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CHAPLAINS NURSE PATHWAYS PERFORMING ARTS
SPORT STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS COMMUNITY: Collegians &P&F OTHER NEWS
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Welcome back from what I hope was a relaxing and enjoyable break. I trust that all members of the Radford community have taken time to recharge the batteries and takestock of all that was achieved in the first term of the academic year.
In most schools, Term Two is traditionally a busy time, and of course Radford College is no exception. A cursory review of the current calendar reveals an array of eventsplanned for this term including this week’s Year 7 – 9 Drama production, Hating Alison Ashley; the Year 9 Production in Week 4, the Combined Schools Music Festival inBrisbane, the Jazz Café, the P&F Art Show, Race Around Canberra for Year 8 students, and the Timor Leste and Gamilaraay trips for our senior students. The academicprogram also intensifies in Term Two with NAPLAN testing next month for students in Year 3, 5, 7 and 9, and examinations for students in Years 9 – 12 in mid to late June.
There are obviously some exciting times ahead and I hope every student manages to maximise his or her experiences here at Radford again this term.
Deputy Principal Announced
After an exhaustive process, which included a national search and a thorough selection procedure, I am delighted to announce that Mr Phillip O’Regan will be the College’s new Deputy Principal and Head of Secondary School from the beginning of Term Three.
Mr O’Regan currently holds the position of Head of Upper School at the prestigious Pymble Ladies College in Sydney, a position hehas held since the beginning of 2011. Prior to that he was Head of Senior Years at The Scots College in Sydney. In the eight years hewas at The Scots College, he also held a number of other senior positions including Dean of Studies, Mentoring Coordinator and YearCoordinator for Years 10, 11 and 12. He has also been a Head of Department and a Director of Sport and PDHPE in schools inMelbourne. Mr O’Regan will be joined in Canberra by his wife (who is also a teacher) and their three young children.
As part of the selection process, the Business Manager, Mrs Jocelyn Martin, and I observed Mr O’Regan at his current school. Wewere both very impressed by Mr O’Regan’s professionalism, strong social skills, fine intellect, superb organisational skills, and
commitment to the pastoral care program and to those with whom he has contact.
I have no doubt that students, staff and parents of Radford will enjoy working with Mr O’Regan and will benefit from the experiencesand innovation he will bring to the College.
Feedback on the wearing of the uniformSince the beginning of the year, I have been meeting with as many staff as possible in order to get to know them and to hear their thoughts about Radford College. Inparticular, I want to know what they think are the really positive things about the College and what are the things that require attention.
On the positive side, all staff have described how wonderful the students are here at Radford. They have used descriptions such as: “a delight to teach”, “have a genuineappreciation of the importance of a good education”, “beautiful people”, “sincere” and “a stunning group of young people”. They have also talked about the brilliance of theircolleagues, the beautiful grounds and facilities, the excellent academic results and the wide ranging and high standard of the co-curricular program. Staff have also given mea extensive range of issues that they believe need to be addressed in the College and I will be working with them to tackle these issues in the coming weeks and months.
However, there is one issue that has been mentioned by many staff that I believe can be addressed immediately. Staff of both genders have expressed great concern anddiscomfort about the length of the skirts and/or dresses of our female students, particularly in the Senior School.
Today I spoke to all girls in Year 11 and Year 12 about this issue. I explained that as Principal I can not have teachers feeling uncomfortable about the way some of the girlswere wearing their uniform. I clearly explained to the girls that they needed to have the hem length of their skirt ‘4 fingers’ above their knee, as detailed in the uniform policy.I have given the girls an amnesty until Monday of next week to let the hem down if it is too short, after that there will be consequences.
ICT and Learning @ Radford CollegeDiary date: Thursday 22 MayTime: 5.30pm - 6.30pmVenue: New Senior School Lecture Theatre Education Forum - ICT and Learning @ Radford
Regular readers of the eBulletin will be aware that last term I wrote on several occasions about the imminent release of details regarding the 1:1 Program that will be rolledout over the next couple of years.
I am now in a position that to inform the College community that information about the 1:1 Program will be released in late May to coincide with the Term Two EducationForum, which will be focussing on ICT and Learning @ Radford College. The Forum will feature a range of speakers detailing the educational rationale for the program, theyear levels involved, the devices selected, and the repair and servicing options available.
I encourage parents to come along to this forum, which will be held in the new Senior School lecture theatre from 5.30- 6.30pm on Thursday, 22 May. This forum will provideparents with first-hand information about the program and also allow parents to ask questions.
PARENT CONTACT DETAILSReception
Every week the College sends out messages and makes phone calls to parents (e.g. re sick children) only to discover that our database records are out-of-date. This canmean that you are not getting the information you need, and we cannot contact you for important matters. Our Main Reception staff administer the College databaseand if you need to update your details, please e-mail Main Reception directly.
MyWay CARD REGISTRATIONParents may e-mail the details of their child's MyWay card to Main Reception so they can be recorded on the database. If a registered card is handed in, Main Reception staffcan return it to the student directly, instead of it being sent to ACTION for them to post to the student.
FROM THE REGISTRARMrs Sally MordikeNotice of Withdrawal from RadfordFamilies wishing to withdraw a student from the College are reminded that a letter to the Principal is required, giving at least one term's notice to avoid any financial penalty.This letter needs to be signed by all/both the original signatories to the student's enrolment. A term’s notification not only helps families avoid the withdrawal penalty of half aterm’s fee, it also means that new families can be offered places at the school in good time.
Please contact the Registrar, Sally Mordike, on 6162 6212 or by e-mail if you require any clarification or advice.(No notice is required for students who will be leaving the College as Year 12 graduates at the end of the year, but notice IS required for mid-year leavers from Year 12.)
ACT Secondary Bursary SchemeEnquiries: DET ACT 6205 9300 or DET ACT
The ACT Secondary Bursary Scheme can provide financial support to eligible ACT residents for students in Years 7-10. Applications for Semester I payments must be lodgedby close of business on 28 February, with payments made in March/April. With specified exceptions only, successful applications received after 28 February will be paid forSemester II only.
Applications forms may be obtained from Denise Manley in Accounts ([email protected]), or online from DET ACT For enquiries please call DET ACT on 6205 9300.
Pre-K to Year 6
Head of Junior School: Mr Paul Southwell
Assistant Head of Junior School Years 3-6: Marina MalcolmAssistant Head of Junior School P-2: Nicole Jaggers
Catch up with the latest Junior School News
Please also take the time to:
read the rest of the Bulletin, for "whole College" items, such as the Principal's section, the Chaplain's reflection, Nurse's section and Sporting and Communityinformation.
check the CALENDAR regularly.
Year 7 to Year 12
PARENT-TEACHER INTERVIEWS
Bookings now openPTO Booking system link
(PTO Booking link also available on the College website home page)
Interview dates remaining:
High SchoolY9: Tue 6 May Y10: Th 8 May
Parents should access the online PTO booking system for interviews for all secondary school year groups (Y7-Y12 inclusive).Access for bookings closes at 10pm on the night before the interviews, but be aware that booking spaces fill quickly.All interviews will be held in the TB Millar Hall, from 4-7pm. Interviews are 5 mins in length.Parents unable to make the interviews are invited to contact the teachers concerned
. High School TutorialsTutorials are a great way to seek specific advice from teachers relating to content work and assessment.Please check with Maths, Science and English Departments for fulldetails of their tutorials this term. Maths tutorials may be attended by students in Y8-Y12, English and Science tutorials are for Y9-Y10.
MIDDLE YEARS - Every student, every opportunityHead of Middle Years: Ms Claire Melloy
Middle Years Homework CaféTues, Wed and Thurs each week, 3.45 to 4.45pm room 94/95 with afternoon tea provided, cost $5 per day. Homework Café is a wonderful chance for students to get help with assignments or catch up on any work that they have missed. There is a $5 charge for attendance - students will be noted on an attendance register and the fee will be charged to their Radford student account.
Mark these important events for Middle Years in your calendar:
'Hating Alison Ashley' (Y7-Y9 Drama) - Thurs 1 May, Fri 2 May and Sat 3 MayHouse Cross Country Carnival (Js and Secondary) - Friday 2 May.
Radford Community Mandarin Language ClassesContact: Mr Chad Birks, Mandarin Teacher
These classes will be restarting on Monday 5 May 2014. The classes are open to all teachers, parents and students, as well as the general community.
Location: Radford Junior School Library Time: Beginners classes 5.15 – 6:00pm Continuing classes 6.00 – 6.45pm Cost: $60 per term Focus: Speaking fluent Mandarin
The classes have been highly successful for those who have stuck with it and these participants are now competent speakers of conversational Mandarin:
“I have attended Zhongwenke (Chinese Classes) on and off for a few years now with Chad. During the times when I attended regularly, I really learned somuch! I am now able to give many of my classroom instructions in Chinese and I am able to hold brief conversations. I find it easier to learn and retain newwords because of the way these classes have been conducted. Less notes… More conversations. This is a great way to learn a language. I recommendZhongwenke to any teacher in this school as a way of connecting with what your children are learning.” Richard Black (Radford Teacher)
“The discussions in class are great. Everyone is encouraged to participate in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. My Chinese has definitely improved and Iam looking forward to starting classes again.” Drew Miller (Radford Parent)
To be successful at learning the Mandarin Language you will need to consistently attend classes and be willing to practice five to ten minutes a day. If you're a parentpractising with your child is a great way to support your their learning.
If you are willing to commit to learning Mandarin please email [email protected] with your name, contact number, and a short paragraph about why you want tostudy Mandarin. Please include information about any previous study of Mandarin you have undertaken. Hope to see you there! Chad Birks
Read Rev. Nikolai Blaskow's reflection: Resurrection - Community and hopeNikolai Blaskow
ALPHA (Flyer)You are warmly invited to four nights of reflection, question and answer on some of the basic teachings of Christianity… parents, students and friends arewelcome to attend these presentations.
RAS Charity Fundraiser - still time to donate!Students have selected the charities for support in 2014.
The online facility is open until Monday 5 May. Money can still be brought in. This is the one time we ask our community to be generous. The money raised so far is well over$40,000. EVERY little bit helps. If you haven’t already donated, please talk as a family and consider being generous.Please go to: http://www.trybooking.com/EPQDLetter with full details
Dirrum Dirrum Book Launch - A Treasury of SayingsDate: 13 MayTime:6-7pmVenue: New Senior School lecture theatreGuest speaker: David Pocock, ‘the freedom of some, the freedom of all’ (speaker details)
Radford Parent Prayers (RaPPers)Contacts: Deb Robinson on 0438 608 811 or Chaplain Nikolai Blaskow on [email protected]
Time: 7:45am til 8:15amVenue: TB Millar Hall
Term 2 dates
Wednesday 30th April [week 1]Friday 16th May [week 3]Friday 30th May [week 5]Friday 13th June [week 7]Friday 27th June [week 9]
Ms Karen Baker
Health tips for Cross Country
To help your child enjoy the Cross Country Carnival this Friday, here are a few tips.
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HOD: Mrs Suzanne Rentsch
Access all the latest information on university courses, scholarships and admission information, further training, Australian School Based Apprenticeships (ASBAs),apprenticeships, Gap Year opportunities, job vacancies and more. It is strongly recommended that ALL students and/or their parents from the High School and Senior Schoolregularly check this section of the bulletin.
TAX FILE NUMBERSAny students seeking a TFN should go to the Senior School Reception and obtain a copy of the application form. The form must be completed in black/blue pen and withoutany errors or deletions and then returned to the Senior School Reception. It usually takes about 6 week for the ATO to process the application. Your TFN will be sent to yourhome/postal address.
DRAMAHOD Drama: Mr Nick AkhurstAdmin: Bronwyn Brown
Year 7-9 Drama, Hating Alison Ashley
Performances:Thursday 1 May, Friday 2 May and Saturday 3 May, (Week 1 Term 2)Times: all shows start at 7.30pmVenue: TB Millar HallBookings: http://www.trybooking.com/EPDI all tickets are $10 each. Bookings can be made using Mastercard, Visa, and now also Amex (fee).
Performing Arts Night AuditionsOpen to all secondary students
Contact: Daniel Ferri
Auditions for Performing Arts Night musical acts will be held Week 3. There will be a sign-up sheet on the noticeboard outside PAC Room 61 from Week 1 Term 2. Prepare one to one and a half minutes of a song, or a song with dance. Musical theatre numbers or popular songs are welcome. You must bring music foraccompaniment.Auditions will be held in PAC Room 62 on Monday, May 12, 3.45-3.50pm and Thursday May 15, 5.00-6.00pm.
MUSICHOD Music: Mrs Leanne McKean Head of Cocurricular Music/Instrumental: Mr Joel CopelandMusic Administrator: Ms Sam Tonkin
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Combined Strings & Bands Workshop / Concert – Sunday, 11 May Our String Orchestras and Concert Bands will be performing in this combined concert after undertaking specialist workshops.
Date/Time: Sunday, 11 May from 3pm (duration approximately one hour)Venue: TB Millar Hall, Radford CollegeAll are welcome!
Friday Jams (Performing Arts Center during lunch) Radford musicians from Years 5-12 are invited to play at these Friday Jams. Students are asked to register at the Music Administration office. All are welcome to come alongto listen!
Term 2 Music Calendar
HOD: Mr Peter Haynes Administrators: Ms Bernie Leger, Mr Brad Luhrs, Mr Peter Wallensky
Sports Policy Students are provided with the opportunity to be involved in a variety of sporting activities conducted outside school hours. Participation by students is on a voluntary basisbut with the understanding that if a student is involved in a particular sporting activity which is offered by Radford College then the student is expected to play for a Radfordteam.
Exemptions from the Radford College Sports Policy are only given when the school does not have a team participating at the appropriate division and age grouping and it canbe shown that an appropriate team is offered by another club or ACT representative squad.
Exemption requests must in the first instance be directed to the Director of Cocurricular, Mr Dylan Mordike. (Please do not assume that Radford College is not providing ateam in a particular division or age group prior to communicating with the Director of Cocurricular.)
Combined Cross Country Carnival (JS and Secondary)The Combined Radford Junior School and Secondary School Cross Country Carnival will be held on the College grounds this Friday May 2.
Students are to come to school dressed in their sports uniform and House shirt. As the weather is likely to be cold students should also wear their school tracksuit. Students will have normal classes until 12noon followed by individual races, novelty events and musical entertainment.
While the canteen will be open this Friday, it is recommended that students bring food from home on the day.
Program (race times and distances)Course map Cross Country Radford Online page
Football A Canteen Manager is required for the 2014 season. Please email the FoRF convenor Gerard Fitzsimmons [email protected] for more details.
SnowsportsAnnual Snowsports SaleSaturday 3 MayTime: 8:30am-1:30pmVenue: The Radford Pavilion
The Annual Radford Snowsports Sale will be held this Saturday. Preloved items in good condition will be sold at very reasonable prices . A range of good quality children'sand adults skis, boots, snowboards, jackets, pants, suits etc will be on sale. The sale is held in the Pavillion from 8:30am-1:30pm on Saturday 3rd May.
Please send submissions for this section to the relevant staff member for approval and noting.
SPORT - Peter Haynes; PERFORMING ARTS - Nick Akhurst; ACADEMIC - Head of School/Department; COMMUNITY - Richard Browning; COCURRICULAR MUSIC - Joel Copeland, OTHER COCURRICULAR - Dylan Mordike
The following Sports achievements will be recognized in the Bulletin:
1) Radford team achievements 2) Students representing Radford 3) Territory/National Representation
CricketCongratulations to Erin Pierlot and Grace Kuchlmayr who made the PSSA U12 Girls Cricket Team, going to Darwin in June.
OrienteeringCongratulations to the following students who competed in the National Orienteering Carnival:
Andrew Kerr - 1st M12 in cumulative competition over 3 daysNoah Poland - 2nd M 14 in cumulative competition over 3 days
Noah was also 2nd in M14 in NSW Sprint Championship and 2nd (by 1 second!) in NSW Long Distance Championship.
Congratulations also to Collegian Oliver Poland (Class of 2012) selected for his fifth consecutive year to represent Australia at the Junior World Orienteering Championshipsin Bulgaria in July.
Gymnastics Congratulations to Adam Falzarano (Y12) Men's Gymnastics ACT Champion Level 9 Open. Adam has also been selected to represent the ACT at the Australian GymnasticsChampionships to be held in Melbourne in late May.
PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATIONCONTACT: [email protected] Constitution of the Association
NEXT P&F COMMITTEE MEETINGContact: The President, Hannah Baudert
Date: Thursday 8 May 2014
Time: 7pmVenue: The Boardroom at Radford College
ARTSHOW@RADFORDCelebrating 30 years
Gala opening: Friday 30 MayShow continues: Sat 31 May and Sun 1 June
Volunteering
The 2014 Radford Art Show is fastapproaching, showcasing art works fromlocal artists for sale as a major schoolfundraiser.
As always we're reliant on volunteers to helpthings go smoothly. Tasks range from settingup the hall, hanging and displaying theartwork, door duties, 'red-spotting', assistingon the sales desk and packing up -no experience at all required!
We also require people to bake slices andcakes for the cafe. If you can spare an hour orso to help out, that would be fantastic.
To volunteer, or for further information,please contact Clare Cable [email protected] or 0412 963 500
Background to the Art Show...
Radford College's 2014 Annual Art Show will be a celebration of 30 years of the showcasing of some of Canberra and the region’s finest artistic talent. The Art Show displaysfor viewing and for sale an impressive range of quality original artwork created in many and varied mediums: paintings, photography, ceramics, glass, metal and wood works,jewelry and sculpture. This year over 100 local and regional artists are registered to exhibit. Student artwork will also be exhibited but will not be available for sale. On the evening of Friday 30th May, the show will begin with a Gala Opening. Harriet Elvin, CEO ACT Cultural Facilities Corporation will be the guest speaker. A $20 entranceticket will provide a champagne supper and a splendid opportunity to mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, in a very convivial and pleasant atmosphere. The fact that so many different mediums are priced to suit all budgets helps to set the Radford Art Show apart from other similar artistic events in Canberra. Sale proceeds from the art show provide important revenue to the Radford College Parents and Friends Association. These funds are donated to the College to beapportioned to many and varied school initiatives. Indeed the organization and planning of such an art show involves an enormous amount of time, energy, commitment and enthusiasm from Radford College parents,especially the Radford College Art Show Committee. We hope you can join us. To volunteer please contact Clare Cable [email protected] or 0412 963 500.
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS FUNDRAISER
Contact: [email protected]
As in previous years, the P&F is offering Entertainment Books as a fundraiser for the College. This year there is a digital membership available as an alternative to the books.Flyer with links and full details is attached. If parents do not elect to "opt out" (see flyer), books will be sent home on 29/4/2014 with students in PreK-Y6, not secondarystudents. These books may be purchased or returned. Anyone can purchase a book or digital membership through the online link.https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/232c04
The College receives $12 for each book/membership sold.
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COLLEGIANS ASSOCIATION
Collegians - do we have your current contact details? Email [email protected]
George Huitker & Junk SculptureMidnight Oil Tribute ShowSaturday 3 May & Saturday 10 May 2014Dinner and Show ‐ Teatro Vivaldi Restaurant, ANU, Union Square http://vivaldirestaurant.com.au/Bookings Essential ‐ 02 6257 2718
Junk Sculpture features Radford staff members George Huitker, Joel Copeland and Matt Heinrich, as well as Chris Brown, Rob Marshall, Callum Sambridge and Tim Kuschel.
Book early so you don't miss out, as these shows are always popular - and amazing!
SEMINAR FLYER
Where: Canberra Girls Grammar School Junior School Hall, Grey St, DeakinDate: Tuesday 6 MayTime: 6:30pm for 7:00pm start. 8:30 finishCost: DSA Members: $40 Non-members: $50To register please go to http://www.trybooking.com/EMQI or cash on the night at door
Email [email protected] if you require more information or ring (02) 6247 8883
Contact: Linda Oakman (Canteen Manager)Canteen menu (Junior and Senior)
ON-LINE LUNCH ORDERS ONLY More information about the Canteen ordering system.
Macdonalds
Jamison Plaza: 6251 2660Gungahlin: 6255 6439
Online Uniform Shop http://www.macschoolwear.com.au/
Uniform Shop (on campus)phone 6251 7550
Opening Hours - Term time
Terms 1, 2 and 4 Term 3
Mon 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Mon 2:30pm – 5:30 pm
Tue 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Tue CLOSED
Wed 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Wed 8:30 am - 11am; 1pm - 5:30 pm
Thur 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Thur CLOSED
Fri 1:00pm – 5:30 pm Fri 1:00pm – 5:30 pm
UNIFORM TIP: When purchasing second hand items PLEASE remove any name tags relating to the former owner, and clearly label the garment with your own child's name.
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Wednesday 30 April 2014
ELC Reception 6162 [email protected]
8am - 4pm1 – 4 Reception 6162 5330
5 – 6 Reception 6162 6290
OSHC - Director 6162 5376 [email protected]
Thu 1 May ThinkUKnow Presentation - parents only
Fri 2 May JS & Secondary Combined Cross Country CarnivalSat 3 May Snowsports Sale @ Pavilion 8:30am - 1:30pm13-15 May Y3 and Y5 NAPLAN testing
PLEASE CHECK THE COLLEGE CALENDAR and the rest of the Bulletin for whole College events and news.
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From the Head of Junior SchoolPaul Southwell
A warm welcome back to all our families and a particular welcome to Harrison Lonsdale who joins our Year 5 group this week. Speaking of Year 5, it's always lovely as weenter this term to see the new Year 5 uniforms, ties, blazers and all!
I commence this e-Bytes with some mixed staffing news:
Warm wedding congratulations are in order for Ms Ellie Price who became Mrs Ellie Ellis on Easter Sunday in Tasmania, and to Mr Chad Birks who was married onEaster Saturday here in Canberra. I know you join me in wishing them great joy and happiness in this new phase of their lives.
Regretfully however, I must report that we are losing Mr David Gocentas at the end of this term, as he and his family are seeking an International School position inLaos. David has been a wonderful classroom teacher, and tremendous PYP Coordinator here and will be sadly missed. No classes will be impacted by David'sdeparture.
Additionally, at the end of this term we sadly farewell Mrs Michele O'Sullivan who was a founding member of our ELC and has driven our Physical Education programin the early years. Her expertise and vivacious personality will be sorely missed.
Parent Teacher InterviewsApart from a small number of catch ups, all Term 1 Parent and Teacher Interviews have been completed. I would welcome any feedback from our families, in particulararound our three-way interviews at Years 5 and 6. Mid-year reports form our reporting cycle this term.
Cross CountryWeek One heralds our second whole College Cross Country event. This Friday between midday and 2pm we have the chance to see over 1600 students involved in the ourevent. The carnival commences with our Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten runners competing in front of the entire College in their wonderfully named " hot cross country"race around the oval.
AthleticsBest laid plans... given that we have the Cross Country Carnival at the end of Week 1 and NAPLAN in Week 3, it is too congested for us to fit in an Athletics Carnival thisterm. I therefore will have to seek another August date for this even,t as Belconnen Zone falls shortly after that. I know, I know, never believe forecasts!
Our classes have resumed well, with great energy apparent on Day One...many chocolates I'm thinking. Our year level Team Organisers will be updating our onlineinformation during coming days. As the weather fades over the coming days and I commence complaining about our winters, it's always wonderful to see our lovely studentsout and about, brightening up our days. Welcome back.
Warm regardsPaul Southwell
NAPLAN - Y3 & Y5
Contact: Marina MalcolmAssistant Head of Junior School [email protected]
National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy Tests (NAPLAN) for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 are to be administered in May 2014. All students in these yeargroups across Australia will undertake NAPLAN tests. Our dedicated teachers have worked to ensure that every student is well placed to achieve their personal best forNAPLAN testing and they will provide excellent support and encouragement to your child throughout the process.
Testing will take place in your child’s classroom and will be administered and supervised by respective class teachers. Those students who have been granted specialprovisions for testing will be given support by our learning support staff and families have already been notified. When tests are not being administered, students will resumetheir normal lessons.
NAPLAN tests are constructed to give students an opportunity to demonstrate skills they have learned over time through the school curriculum and excessive preparationbefore tests can lead to unnecessary anxiety. You can assist your child meet his or her potential by ensuring that they rest well the night before and enjoy breakfast on themorning of each test. It is also important that you avoid arranging medical appointments before lunchtime during the NAPLAN week. Any child who is unavoidably absent fortesting will be given the opportunity to take the tests on Friday 16th May.
NAPLAN 2014 - TIMETABLE
Our teaching team will ensure the tests run smoothly and will give guidance to your child throughout. Further information can be found on the NAPLAN website(www.naplan.edu.au).
We look forward to sharing the results of our Year 3 & Year 5 NAPLAN testing when we receive them later in the year.
Combined Cross Country Carnival (JS and Secondary)The Combined Radford Junior School and Secondary School Cross Country Carnival will be held on the College grounds this Friday May 2.
Program (race times and distances)Course map Cross Country Radford Online page
Read the College Nurse Karen Baker's tips to help your child enjoy the Cross Country Carnival this Friday
PYP IN ACTION TERM 2, WEEK 1, 2014
P-2 PYP Coordinator: Belinda ReitstatterY3-Y6 PYP Coordinator: David Gocentas
This section of our Junior School Bytes is designed to keep our school community informed about our Primary Years Programme curriculum in the Junior School.
PRIMARY YEARS PROGRAMME REVIEW
The International Baccalaureate (IB) remains at the forefront of international education by ensuringthat its programmes are distinctive, relevant and of high quality. To that end, each programmeembarks upon a regular period of evaluation and review in order to take account of the latestresearch and economic, social demographic and technological trends.
The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is the IB’s fastest growing programme, currentlyimplemented in 1,101 schools in more than 100 countries. In 2012, the IB embarked on its firstcomprehensive review process of the PYP since its launch in 1997. PYP Heads, Coordinators andeducators at IB World Schools will have until 31 May, 2014 to share thoughts, comments andobservations with the PYP Development Team.
While all aspects of the PYP will be considered during this review, particular areas or themes willbe focused on. Driving the review process is the desire to help ensure a relevant, engaging andchallenging programme that provides PYP students with the skills necessary for success in arapidly changing world.
These ‘themes’ under review are grouped together under the following six headings:
1. Approaches to teaching and learning2. Assessment3. Early years4. Language and learning5. Leadership6. Technology
For further information on the IBPYP review, feel free to contact [email protected]
SnowsportsAnnual Snowsports SaleSaturday 3 MayTime: 8:30am-1:30pmVenue: The Radford Pavilion
The Annual Radford Snowsports Sale will be held this Saturday. Preloved items in good condition will be sold at very reasonable prices . A range of good quality children'sand adults skis, boots, snowboards, jackets, pants, suits etc will be on sale. The sale is held in the Pavillion from 8:30am-1:30pm on Saturday 3rd May.
RAS Charity Fundraiser - 11 April 2014
Donate to the fundraiser now! http://www.trybooking.com/EPQDLetter from Father RichardFAQ for Junior School parents/caregivers
Helping our community understand where our money goes is a challenge that belongs to all of us. As we move towards Foundation Day and living in truth, rising incompassion, walking in wisdom, we must be able to own where our values have bound us to action.
Art work by Ingrid Hunter
Combined Cross Country Carnival (JS and Secondary)The Combined Radford Junior School and Secondary School Cross Country Carnival will be held on the College grounds this Friday May 2.
Students are to come to school dressed in their sports uniform and House shirt. As the weather is likely to be cold students should also wear their school tracksuit. Students will have normal classes until 12noon followed by individual races, novelty events and musical entertainment.
While the canteen will be open this Friday, it is recommended that students bring food from home on the day.
Program (race times and distances)Course map Cross Country Radford Online page
MUSICHOD Music: Mrs Leanne McKean Head of Cocurricular Music/Instrumental: Mr Joel CopelandMusic Administrator: Ms Sam Tonkin
Please see the Performing Arts section of the Main College Bulletin for full details of Music events.
Radford Community Mandarin Language ClassesContact: Mr Chad Birks, Mandarin Teacher
These classes will be restarting on Monday 5 May 2014. The classes are open to all teachers, parents and students, as well as the general community.
Location: Radford Junior School Library Time: Beginners classes 5.15 – 6:00pm Continuing classes 6.00 – 6.45pm Cost: $60 per term Focus: Speaking fluent Mandarin
The classes have been highly successful for those who have stuck with it and these participants are now competent speakers of conversational Mandarin:
“I have attended Zhongwenke (Chinese Classes) on and off for a few years now with Chad. During the times when I attended regularly, I really learned somuch! I am now able to give many of my classroom instructions in Chinese and I am able to hold brief conversations. I find it easier to learn and retain newwords because of the way these classes have been conducted. Less notes… More conversations. This is a great way to learn a language. I recommendZhongwenke to any teacher in this school as a way of connecting with what your children are learning.” Richard Black (Radford Teacher)
“The discussions in class are great. Everyone is encouraged to participate in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. My Chinese has definitely improved and Iam looking forward to starting classes again.” Drew Miller (Radford Parent)
To be successful at learning the Mandarin Language you will need to consistently attend classes and be willing to practice five to ten minutes a day. If you're a parentpractising with your child is a great way to support your their learning.
If you are willing to commit to learning Mandarin please email [email protected] with your name, contact number, and a short paragraph about why you want tostudy Mandarin. Please include information about any previous study of Mandarin you have undertaken. Hope to see you there! Chad Birks
UNIFORM SHOP (on campus)phone 6251 7550
Opening Hours - Term time
Terms 1, 2 and 4 Term 3
Mon 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Mon 2:30pm – 5:30 pm
Tue 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Tue CLOSED
Wed 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Wed 8:30 am - 11am; 1pm - 5:30 pm
Thur 2:30pm – 5:30 pm Thur CLOSED
Fri 1:00pm – 5:30 pm Fri 1:00pm – 5:30 pm
Contact: Linda Oakman (Canteen Manager)Canteen menu (Junior and Senior)
ON-LINE LUNCH ORDERS ONLY More information about the Canteen ordering system.
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