From the Principal

Chifley College

Mt Druitt Campus

Upcoming Dates

Mon 3rd June

Drumming workshop

Fast Forward training

Wed 5th June

Boys on the Move

Friday 7th June

Livin Deadly

Youth mentoring

LEAPS

Monday June 10th

Public Holiday

Tues June 11th

Zone Athletics Carnival

Take 5 Program

Links to Learning

Newsletter Date: 10.5.13

Did you know that students must wear enclosed shoes with a solid upper. This is a

WH&S requirement. If you have any questions please see the TAS staffroom. Your child

may be asked to change shoes or electives if they are unwilling to do so.

Homework Centre is available for all stu-

dents. This great resource runs on Mon-

day afternoons. Please see Mrs Coid in

Teaching and Learning for a permission

note.

From the Deputy Principal

Year 8 News

FANTASTIC YEAR 8!

Keep up

the great

work

Year 8

Mrs Coid

Year 8 Adviser

YEAR 10 NEWS

Formal:

The Year 10 Formal for 2013 will be held at 6:00-10:00pm on Thursday 12th December 2013 at the Rooty Hill RSL Club complex at

an approximate cost of $85 per student. The cost of the ticket will cover 4 hour room hire, a 2 course meal, 4 hours of unlimited soft

drink, table centrepieces, decorations, DJ hire, security and various lucky door prizes.

To be eligible to attend the Formal students must follow the school’s Code of Conduct (ARCS). Specifically, students must:

• Attend classes on time

• Attend school in full uniform

• Maintain a satisfactory level of academic achievement

Students must also pay school fees and return all resources. This includes returning library books and ensuring their DER laptop is

checked and in working order.

An account has been set up in the office for students to begin paying for their formal ticket. The total amount must be paid for by the

end of term 3 (Friday 20th September 2013).

Fundraising:

Year 10 have begun fundraising for the school formal. The Fundraising Committee of students will be selling cans of drink and choco-

late bars for $1.50 during lunchtimes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday throughout Term 2. Students and teachers are encouraged

to support Year 10.

Uniform reminder:

Only plain navy or school hats and jumpers are allowed! Students must attend school in uniform to be eiligible to attend excursions

and reward activities (including the school formal). A list of students who have lost their eligibility to attend excursions/ reward activi-

ties is updated and placed in the year 10 noticeboard on a weekly basis.

Positive commendations:

Congratulations to the following students who have received multiple positive commendations from their classroom teachers so far

this term:

Angel, Curtis, Anthony, Evander, Phillip, Prince, Kristel, Wahanui, Abdulkadir, Semisi, Tiffany, Samuel, Matt, Tekalegn, Blake, Ashleigh,

Jessica, Bernie, Daniel, Ioana, Sia, Joshua, Siliga, Roy, Iverson, Ding and Tara.

Year 10 News

Half yearly exams and reports:

Year 10 must be commended for their positive attitude during the half yearly exam period. Teachers have been particularly impressed

with the behaviour, focus and maturity of Year 10 students. Half yearly reports can be collected by parents & caregivers at Parent

Teacher Evening (Tuesday 25th June 3:30pm- 6:00pm).

Formal assembly:

The Formal Assembly for Year 10 will be held during period 1 (8:45am- 9:45am) on Wednesday 26th June in the school hall. All par-

ents & caregivers are welcome and encouraged to attend. Invitations for parents & caregivers of the award recipients and performers

will be issued in week 8.

Peer Mentoring:

Various Year 10 leaders will be working with selected Year 8 students on the topic of ‘resilience’ this term. Thank you to Jack, Lancine,

Semisi, Roy, Siliga, Jannine, Chelsea , Tanisha and Kirstylee on their involvement in this social skills program.

Year 10 News

Pathways to Dreaming

Support classes:

This Term we are learning about fractions, global environ-

ments and community, poetry, chemicals and chemical re-

actions. In woodwork, the students are creating model

cars and paper towel holders.

Books we are Reading and studying

this term:

Diary of a Wimpy Kid :

Jeff Kinney

&

Follow the rabbit proof

fence.: Doris Pilkington

Garimara

Community Access:

After a visit to Woolworths Emer-

ton we walked to Popondetta Park

for lunch and a fantastic game of

Soccer.

As a reward for a great day all

the students received an ice-

cream

Science

experiment

*Changing

water to

make an egg

float

In Geography we

are learning about

our interaction

and its effects on

our world

In Mathematics 1/2 + 1/2 =1

a half plus a half equals one

1/4 + 1/4 = 1/2

Poetry: onomatopoeia

Try saying that really fast 3 or more times

Understanding poetry

Analysing a poem helps children to appreciate its meaning and the skills of the poet. There are often two levels of

meaning to think about: one that is literal,

and one that is more abstract.

Find out more: https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/eppcontent/glossary/app/resource/factsheet/4125.pdf

How teens are really using Facebook

New research says teens are finding Facebook a "burden" - but they don't want to miss out on the latest updates

from their friends. It seems like more of them are using Instagram. Find out more: http://

www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/21/teens-facebook-pew-study_n_3313812.html

FYI

Secondary Schools RFS Cadet Programme

The NSW Rural Fire Service Cadet Program presents Year 9 Secondary School Students with an opportunity learn

about the NSW Rural Fire Services’ ideals and values as well as undertake age appropriate training that is incorpo-

rated into the school program.

The Secondary School Cadets are able to participate in interesting and challenging training that:

• Provides practical life skills

• Develops leadership, teamwork and initiative skills

• Fosters qualities of community responsibility and service

RFS Secondary School Cadet Program aims to:

1. develop an interest in the NSW Rural Fire Service and its traditions.

2. encourage cadets to continue service in the NSW Rural Fire Service or other community service.

3. give cadets a foundation for fire fighting knowledge, skill and discipline.

4. develop the qualities of leadership, self-discipline, self-reliance, initiative and team work.

5. provide training that will contribute to NSW Rural Fire Service Firefighter and Officer training.

Chifley College Mt Druitt Campus will be one of the few school in Western Sydney to host a

schools Cadet Program in 2013. It will run on Thursday afternoon 1-3pm.

If you would be interested in joining it would involve a 10 week commitment, and some paper-

work which you can collect from Mrs Doyle in the TAS staffroom. The course will count towards

your volunteering hours

Year 8 students of Chifley College Mt Druitt took part in a Rugby League Sevens Competi-

tion at Hickeys Park, Penrith against schools in the Western Sydney region. Our students represent-

ed the school with great pride and respect and showcased a entertaining brand of Rugby League

with big tackles.

The year 8 team was captained by Tevita P who lead the team out on to the park and was

instrumental in the teams scrabble defence and led to him gaining two man of the match honours

and the overall best and fairest. Iuni A and Robert F both collectively scored a two thirds of the

teams tries for the tournament. Another student who was an obstacle for opposition players was

Trae T— who made clean covering tackles with excellent tackling techniques. Trae was voted by the

parents and coach as the Coaches Player of the tournament with his outstanding effort.

The students enjoyed the day and would like to thank the parents for their support and a

special mention to Mrs Piukana and Miss Bridgemen for the food and transport arrangements.

Year 8 Rugby League Sevens Thursday 16th May 2013

Rugby League Year 8 Sevens 2013 team: Standing left to right: Mr Marques, William L, Joshua G, Iuni A , Justin F, Sione P, Robert F,

Sitaleki P. Seated; Warren K, Ethan L, Soane S, Trae T, Tevita P

Trae T being presented jersey number 5. The same jersey worn

by NRL player Junior Tia Kalifi.

Iuni A going over for 1 of three against Blaxland

Jersey Number Student

1 Robert F

20 Warren K

3 Iuni A

4 Joshua G

5 Trae T

6 Ethan L

7 Tevita P

8 Sione P

9 Soane S (c)

10 Sitaleki P

11 William L

13 Justin F

Coach Mr C. Marques

Trae T being presented jersey number 5. The same jersey worn

by NRL player Junior Tia Kalifi.

Boys relaxing after a game and waiting their next opponent.

Results

Game 1 vs Erskine Park High School

Score: CC MtDruitt 4 Erskine Park 18

Tries: Iuni A

Goals: Warren K 0/1

Man of the match Points: Iuni A

Game 2 vs Bede Polding

Score: CC MtDruitt 4 Bede Polding 18

Tries: Robert F

Goals: Robert F 0/1

Man of The match: Robert F

Game 3 vs Blaxland High School

Score: CC MtDruitt 20 Blaxland 24

Tries: Iuni A 3, Robert F

Goals: Robert F 0/1, Iuni A 0/1, Soane S 0/1, Justin F

Man of The match: Tevita P

Game 4 vs Kingswood High School

Score: CC MtDruitt 28 Kingswood 0

Tries: Robert F 2, Iuni A, Joshua G, Tevita P

Goals: William L 0/1, Robert F 1/1, Iuni A 1/1, Soane S 1/1, Tevita P

1/1

Man of The match: Tevita P

Honors

Leading Try scorer Iuni A 5 & Robert F 4

Coaches Award Trae T

Best and Fairest Tevita P

Iuni A going over for 1 of three against Blaxland

Today there are many changes happening in the OOHC system in NSW.

There is a need for an independent peak body organisation representing a large membership of registered foster carers in

NSW.

Earlier last year a group of volunteer foster carers, seeing the need for a peak advocacy body, came together to re-register

the FCANSW association. The name was retained from the original peak body as it is in-line with the other state and federal

Foster Care Associations. Together all Associations are united in a common cause to support foster carers and improve the

system.

Our aim is to unite all foster carers to ensure the OOHC system is operated in an honest, open transparent manner.

The Association is able to establish working partnerships and liaise with NGOs and Community Services on behalf of carers.

At present we hold regular meetings with the department and attend other meetings organized by the department, to en-

sure the voices of carers are being heard, and where possible advocate on behalf of carers in new policy development.

The Association offers its members advocacy, support and information via peer support groups, online forum, meetings and

newsletters. We endeavour to keep carers up to date with regard to changes in the foster care system in NSW. Together

with Community Services and NGO’s we wish to ensure that this transition will result in minimal impact and disruption to

carers and the children in their care.

The Association has set up an online forum www.fcansw.org.au for registered carers in NSW. Here foster carers can regis-

ter, access vital information and come together in a secure online environment to share advice, links

How to Join FCANSW

Go to our membership application link on our website: www.fcansw.org.au.

Or to be posted a membership form contact us on (02) 4987 1847 or email ad-

min@fcansw.org.au

P.O. Box 895 Raymond Terrace NSW 2324 Ph.: 024987 1847 Email: ad-min@fcansw.org.au

ABOUT FCANSW

Our Mission C.A.S.E

CARERS UNITE- For all NSW foster carers to unite into a powerful collective voice.

ADVOCATE- To advocate on behalf of foster carers & their families, & to form strong working partnerships with government

& non- government organisations in support of a quality OOHC system.

SUPPORT- To provide peer support to foster carers, & to assist them to achieve the best possible outcomes for their foster

children & families.

EDUCATE- To educate foster carers & raise awareness in the general public of the vital role of foster carers.

Our Vision

To provide advocacy, support & information to carers, to ensure they continue to receive the best support from their NGOs,

allowing each child in care to achieve their full potential.

FCANSW welcomes & supports a culturally diverse community of foster carers who come from all different backgrounds &

offer a wealth of experience.

NSW Adolescent Vaccination Program 2013

Second dose of vaccinations - Friday 14th June

All Year 7 Students & Year 9 Male Students

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