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Phone: 9892 0611 Fax: 9842 1514 Issue No. 7/1414 November 2014

Postal Address:47 Anson RoadORANA WA 6330

Telephone: 9892 0611Fax: 9842 1514

Enquiries Email:[email protected]

Absentee SMS:0409 089 160

Webpage:

www.nashs.wa.edu.au

Facebook:www.facebook.com/Northalbanyshs

Smartphone App is free and can bedownloaded by searching North AlbanySHS in the iTunes App Store and

Android Market.

When NASHS opened in 1982 wehad a Library Officer named RuthSell working here. Ruth was awonderful person who alwaysshowed concern for everyonearound her. Unfortunately, Ruthlost her battle with cancer someyears ago.

As a very active member of manyvolunteer organisations, Ruth wasa fantastic example of the schoolmotto- care and diligence. She

was highly respected in thebroader community for her tirelessefforts in organising manyfundraising events in town.

In memory of Ruth, an award wasestablished by the Library staff.The award is called the Ruth SellSchool and Community Service

Award and is presented to astudent who is involved in bothschool and community activities

and cares about others, as Ruth did. It comprises a perpetual trophy

which is kept in the Library with the students name engraved on a plaqueand a certificate for their portfolio.

Past recipients have included Darrian Graham, Asha Healy & DominicBrain.

Congratulations to Stephanie Russ (Year 10) on receiving the 2014 RuthSell School and Community Service Award.

Amongst her many activities reflecting Care and Diligence, Stephanie isa School Councillor and has represented the school at official events.She has mentored new students of our school community and has helpedorganise and participated in fund raising events. In the near future,

Stephanie will be playing music at our Year 12 Presentation Evening.

Congratulations to Stephanie. She is a very worthy recipient of the 2014Ruth Sell School and Community Service Award.

Congratulations to Stephanie Russ, Year10 for winning the Ruth Sell School and

Community Service Award for 2014.


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Term 4 is always a very busy term. For our widerschool community it is characterised by farewells andwelcomes; for staff it is about reflecting on theirteaching and learning programs and planning for nextyear; and for students the focus is on our school valueof Be your Best which will help them achieve goodgrades as they work right up to the end of the school

year.

Planning for the future is ongoing at NASHS. Inparticular we are very keen to seek your feedbackabout how you believe we are tracking, along with anysuggested areas for improvement. For this to occur,parents will have the opportunity to complete an online survey. Further details enclosed.

We have been lucky to have had two schooldevelopment days this term (Monday, 13 October andFriday, 7 November). NASHS staff have used thetime well by reviewing our school performance andusing the information to identify areas where we canimprove to ensure we provide the very bestopportunities for our students. Our focus in the earlypart of this term was on our Year 9 NAPLAN results. Iam pleased to advise that in the NAPLAN many of ourstudents did well. There continues to be improvementin all areas (Reading, Numeracy, Spelling andGrammar) with the most significant improvement thisyear being in Writing. Students who do well inNAPLAN will not have to sit the OLNA testing (on lineliteracy and numeracy) in Year 10.

We recently farewelled our Year 12 students. AtNASHS we have established a number of traditions toensure that we appropriately acknowledge our Year12 students and their contribution to the school. OnMonday, 22 October we held the Year 12 formaldinner which was attended by both staff and students.It was a most enjoyable evening. Then on Friday, 26October the whole school celebrated the final day ofschool for the Year 12s at the farewell assembly.This assembly is always one to look forward to as the

PRINCIPALS COMMENT school salutes the Year 12s. It is a light hearted andjoyous occasion. On Friday, 21 November we willhold our formal Year 12 Presentation Evening duringwhich subject and special awards will be announcedalong with student scholarships.

As we farewell the Year 12s we are also welcomingthe 2015 Year 7 and Year 8 students to NASHS.

With the arrival of two cohorts of students we areexpecting our overall student numbers to increase byabout 200 for 2015. Over the last 18 months webelieve our village building transition program hasassisted primary school students, parents and staff aswell as NASHS staff and students get ready for thisbig change. The final step in our transition programwill be the orientation days Friday 5 December forthe 2015 Year 8 students and Monday 8 December forthe 2015 Year 7 students. If parents have any queriesabout our transition program please contact eitherKylie Rennie (Transition Coordinator) or Peter Gray(Deputy Principal).

Last week we said farewell to our computer networktechnical officer, Gayathri Surath. Gayathri joined ourstaff in 2011 and during that time her expertknowledge, high level of skill and ability to quicklyproblem solve has meant that our students and staffhave had access to excellent computer facilities. Abig thankyou to Gayathri!...and we wish her all thevery best in her move to Melbourne.

Regards,

Sharon DoohanPRINCIPAL

W H O D O I C O N T A C T I N T E R M FOUR 2 0 1 4

For general enquiries about your childs progress at school please contact the Year Coordinator or other members of Student Services Team (seethe list below). For subject specific issues please contact your childs subject teacher or the relevant Head of Learning Area.

Yr 8 Coordinato r

Susie Wood School Nurse

Amelia Jefferis

Yr 9 Coordinato r Peter Gray Aborig inal & Islander Educat ion Of ficers Rachel Brown

Yr 10 Coordinator Lyn Peters Student Services Coordinator Andrew Harrison

Yr 11 Coordinator Andrew Harrison School Psychologist Brooke Bevan-Wilson

Yr 12 Coordinator Andrew Harrison Chaplain Ben Wyatt / Jennie Small

Transition Coordinator Kylie Rennie

HEAD OF LEARNING AREAS AND TEACHERS IN CHARGE

ICT Coordinator Ian Spurgeon English / LOTE / S & E(HOLA)

Marc Ruffell Visual Art Robyn Brindal

Mathematics /Science (A/HOLA)

Jo Stevens Physical Education / Health(HOLA)

Dave Powell Home Ec Bronwyn Day

Curriculum Leader

Science

Dave Cooper Technology & Enterprise /

Ar t (HOLA)

Chris Grannery Business Ed &

WorkplaceLearning

Pamela Green

Curriculum LeaderSociety &Environment

Anthony Ritchie Library Pippa Williams Music Courtney Lewis

Deputy Principals: Peter Gray (Years 8, 9), Mark Cullen (Years 10,11,12)

Business Manager: Keely Field


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Mon, 17 NovFri, 21 Nov

Year 10 & 11 exams

Thurs, 20 Nov NASHS Athletics Carnival

Fri, 21 Nov Last Day for Year 11 students

Fri, 21 Nov Year 12 Presentation Evening

Wed, 26 Nov Western Power Seminars forstudents.

Fri, 28 Nov Japan Tour leaves

Tues, 2 Dec Interschool Athletics

Wed, 3 Dec Raising Responsible Teenagers6.00pm NASHS Performing ArtsTheatre

Wed, 3 Dec P & C Executive Meeting5.00pm

Thurs, 4 Dec Youth Focus Parent Workshop

6.30pm8.00pm

Fri, 5 Dec 2015 Year 8 Orientation Day

Mon, 8 Dec 2015 Year 7 Orientation Day

Wed, 10 DecFri, 12 Dec

Follow the DreamAttendanceReward Camp

Thurs, 18 Dec Students Last Day

Fri, 19 Dec School Development Day

NASHS IMPORTANT DATESTERM 4 2014

STUDENTS BRILLIANT IN NATIONALMATHEMATICS COMPETITION

What a fantastic performance by NASHS students inthis years Australian Mathematics Competition held inAugust.

Congratulations to our top four performers:Joseph Goldsmith, Year 9, was the standoutperformer. His result was in the top 1% of Year 9 inWestern Australia. Joseph earned a Certificate ofHigh Distinction and he also awarded a PrudenceCertificate in recognition of 13 consecutive correctanswers (out of a possible 30 answers), the highest in

the school.

Alex Blogg, Year 8, was an outstanding performer.His performance in the Junior Division was in the top5%, Year 8 Western Australia result. Alex earned aCertificate of Distinction.

Carl Evers, Year 10, scored in the IntermediateDivision and achieved in the top 11%, Year 10Western Australia. Carl earned a Certificate ofDistinction.

Samuel Gibson, Year 12, achieved in the top 20%Year 12 Western Australia and he also received a

Certificate of Distinction.

Nine other students are to be congratulated as theyearned Certificates of Credit, putting their performancein the top 50% or better of their year group Western

Australia. Those students are:

Year 8: Taneesha Jackson, Raiden Hinks, StaceySmith, Byron Sim

Year 9: Douglas Gowland, Hunni Taylor-CarYear 11: Tahlia Maddison, Milarie Dogello, Wade

MillarCongratulations students.

Altogether 62 students participated in this yearscompetition. In addition to the above recipients, 20students earned a Proficiency certificate and all otherstudents received a Certificate of Participation. Everycompetitor was provided with an individualperformance report.

Students from Year 3 to Year 12 compete on thesame day, making it the largest single event on theAustralian education calendar. The competition hasbecome a truly international event, attractingapproximately 13.5 million entries since it began in1978. The AMC was the first and is also believed tobe the largest competition of its kind in the world, with

more than 1100 prizes and 60 medals awardedannually.

This competition tests everything from basic numeracyskills through to advanced problem solving. This is thefifth year that a Proficiency certificate has beenawarded for students reaching a pre-set standard inboth skills and problem solving, using their skills in theworld around them.

The competition is conducted by the not-for-profitCanberra based Australian Mathematics Trust and issponsored by the University of Canberra and the

Canberra Mathematical Association.Congratulations to all our award recipients. Well doneto all students who entered the competition.

The date for next years competition is 30 July, 2015.Details will be available in March.(John SmithAMC Manager)

NASHS students receivingtheir Australian Mathematics

Competition Certificates.


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ANZAC is the subject thathas been talked about forweeks. I dont know aboutyou but I was very impressedwith the mess hall,

ceremonies, parade, concert,re-enactment, multiple food tents and many otherevents over the ANZAC weekend. Although therewere thousands of people the crowds were welldispersed, with numerous screens scattered aroundthe city so no one would miss out on watching whatwas happening or being presented. The weather,well, who could have asked for better with beautifulsunny blue skies. Who would have thought thatAlbany would be able to pull something off so well?

My question is this: Was only one person responsiblefor making this ANZAC event so successful and run

so smoothly? No of course not, one person could notdo it all. A whole team of people all working togetherwas needed for such a great outcome along withyears of discussion and planning to make theweekend so successful.

This reminds me of students here at school.Teachers have a team approach to teaching and worktogether to help students reach their potential overmany years, starting from Kindergarten right up to theend of High school. The teachers I see here atNASHS go out of their way to help students with theirlearning, taking care of individual needs, and have a

genuine care and desire for students to succeed.

The Student Services team also form a vital part ofthis care here at school, and work together with theteaching staff to ensure support is given to students inall areas, not only in academic issues. Please domake use of us if we can be of assistance or supportat all.(Ben Wyatt and Jennie SmallSchool Chaplains)

Jennie

CHAPLAINS CORNER

Ben

ACT BELONG COMMITVOLUNTEER!

Volunteer for health andhappiness:Do you enjoy being aroundpeople? Do you gainsatisfaction from helping others

or learning new skills? If youanswered yes to any of thesequestions, volunteering may befor you!

Volunteers do things that make a difference to thelives of otherswhether its helping disadvantagedkids, assisting the elderly, lending a hand in schoolcanteens, weeding nature strips, helping injuredwildlife or coaching junior sport. It is no wondervolunteers feel good about themselves and are proudof what they do.

In 2010, 6.1 million Australians participated in somesort of voluntary workthats 36% of the population!So go on, make today the day you join in andvolunteer too!

Why volunteer and how does it contribute towellbeing?Everyone has different motivations to volunteer. Somepeople get a buzz out of knowing that they have madea difference to peoples lives. For others, volunteeringgives them a chance to step outside their comfort zoneand challenge themselves. Others are passionateabout a cause and want to contribute to making a

positive change in the community.

Volunteering provides the opportunity to feel part ofthe community and meet like-minded people with

REGULAR ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT!

My message to all parents and students is don'tunderestimate the importance of regular attendance.There is clear evidence that those students whoattend school regularly achieve better results in theirsubjects, find work easier and perform better inclassroom tests, exams and formalised testing such

as NAPLAN. NASHS strongly urges parents tominimise the disruption to their child's education bymaking medical appointments, shopping excursionsetc out of school hours where possible. A reminderalso that for all planned absences the school needs tobe informed prior to the absences, two weeks forvacations and one week for appointments.

End of Year Beach Day and Reward Activities:Planning is now under way for the last two days of theyear (17th & 18th December) and students will soonbe able to pick up permission forms for parents tosign. Students are now fully aware that to participate

in these two days of activities they must have GoodStanding. This means that a student must have anattendance of 90% or better, wear school uniform andnot received detentions or suspensions for behaviourmisdemeanours.

similar interest and goals. This gives us a sense ofbelonging which helps us keep mentally healthy.Most volunteers will tell you that not only is it great toknow they are helping those in need, but there is atremendous sense of personal satisfaction andachievement from volunteering.

Whatever the reasons, it is clear that engaging involunteer work improves our self esteem, ourconfidence, provides us with a sense of achievementand greater control over our lives. All these thingscontribute to good mental health.


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YEAR TEN UPDATE

Well Year 10s, only seven weeks to go and your timein lower school is finished. For most of you 2015heralds the change to Senior School and continuingyour studies in an ATAR, General or Vocationalcourse. Some students have decided to either studyat TAFE or seek combined employment and training.All of you are preparing for your future and it is up toyou to be your best and do your best so that you canhave better and more choices for your future.

These final weeks of Year 10 will be important for yourfuture so make sure assessments are in on time andthat you study for those upcoming tests. Help yourmates when you can as teamwork is important.

YEAR ELEVEN UPDATE

YEAR EIGHT UPDATE

As part of the ANZAC Commemorative CelebrationsNASHS Year 8 students had a unique opportunity toattend a concert presented by the Royal AustralianNavy. After listening to the dulcet tones of the NavyConcert Band we were treated to the Navy Rockband. They belted out the songs from Frozen, Katy

Perry, and the Happy Song by Ferell Willams.Following the concert students were able to viewdisplays in the foyer about careers in the military andtalk with military personnel.

Two of our Year 8 students were part of theCommemorative Troop March over the ANZACweekend representing their cadet units. Jack Boycewas part of the Air-force cadets and Paris Dicks as aNavy cadet. Paris had the amazing opportunity to bepart of the symbolic Departure of Naval Ships andstood-to as the ship she was on, HMS Stuart sailed information around King George Sound. It is great to

see Year 8 students making the most of opportunitiesand following one of our school values Be Your Best.Congratulations to these two students.

The Physical Education staff have been veryimpressed by the effort and competitiveness displayedby students during Athletics classes. We have hadsome impressive results for events so far and arelooking forward to the Athletics carnival on Thursday.Callan Mortimer and Jake Castlehow are vying for theschools 100m record. Aleesha Narkle and StaceySmith are leading many events. Some standoutperformances are Dylan Kennedy in the high jump

with a jump of 1.55m, Josh Scoble with a shotput of11.37m, Mikael Philipps 2.48min in 800m and SteveMarshall with 9.36 for triple jump. Lets see if we canbreak some NASHS records.

There has been much talk about Good Standing atNASHS. Remember to make sure your attendance isbetter than 85%, wear your uniform, behave in classand you will be invited to the Reward activities at theend of the term.

Only five weeks to go. Enjoy your last remaining

weeks of being a Year 8! Keep completing homework

and put in some extra study for your end of term tests.(Susie WoodYear 8 Coordinator)

At this time of the year there can be the tendency tothink Its nearly the end of the year I can stopapplying myself to my work. But this is far from thetruth. Students need to continually apply themselvesby working hard to ensure all work is completed, studyand homework is completed and tests are thoroughlyprepared for.

It is hard to believe that this group are nearly the bigkids in the school, the Year 12s. It only seems likeyesterday that they were joining NASHS for the firsttime as nervous and shy Year 8s. The Year 11 dinnerwas held recently and it was there that I realized that

these glamorous and handsome young adults in frontof me had all matured and grown up (some are stillgrowing which is a bit scary). It was a great night atMotel Le Grande and from everyones faces and thephotos it is obvious fun was had by all.

To those students leaving us for employment I wishyou good luck and thank you for being part of ourcohort and to all I wish a relaxing and safe holiday andlook forward to seeing you next year for the start ofYear 12.(Andrew HarrisonYear 11 Coordinator)

Remember to be good role models to students in thelower school and help them when you can by beingsomeone they can look up to. Continue to work hardand enjoy the remainder of this term.(Lyn PetersYear 10 Co-ordinator)

2014 Year 11 Dinner


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Hello again! After an amazing yearaway on maternity leave, I returned toNASHS at the start of Term 4. I lovebeing a mum, and cant believe howmuch I have learnt. I return with a

new found perspective and appreciation for all theparents out there. Give yourselves a big pat on theback raising children is challenging and you are alldoing a mighty job!!

The journey into parenthood started with manyphysical body changes for me, and I feel like I haveaged 10 years! It gave me a chance to reflect onbody image, and how teens deal with pressure,relating to body image.

There is an enormous lack of knowledge in Australiasurrounding negative body image and eating

disorders. The reality is that they are extremelycommon, affecting an increasing number of peopleeach year. In fact, almost 1 in 20 Australians arethought to have an eating disorder. They are not alifestyle choice, they are not about food and youcannot tell just by looking at someone if they aresuffering. (The Butterfly Foundation)

I encourage parents and students to take the ButterflyFoundations pledge to celebrate body imageawareness week (and our bodies!)

My body shape does not define my worth.

Healthy bodies come in a diverse range of sizeand shape. My body shape does not dictate my physical

capability or my mental health status. My physical health and what my body can do, not

its shape or size, is my priority. My feelings and attitudes about my body can

change, which I will embrace but will not act onnegative ones.

My mental health and wellbeing require daily care.I will learn how to build mental resilience, and Iunderstand that this is a life commitment.

My love of my body is personal. I will learn how to

encourage my family and friends to love theirbodies, as I understand that I can have a positiveimpact on them.

The images of unrealistic bodies that I see allaround me, are not a guide to how I should look orfeel.

I will learn to recognise warning signs in myselfand others about physical and mental health.

I will prioritize my physical and mental health. Irecognise that both are critical to living a long andhealthy life.

Our bodies are pretty AMAZING!! An appointmentcan be made with me, Monday, Tuesday or Thursday,for more information or assistance, or you can accessthe Butterfly Foundation website.

NASHS SCHOOL NURSE NASHS is a NO SPRAY ZONE. Which means noaerosol deodorants, no perfume sprays, no fly spraysetc. Previously, aerosol deodorant have causedasthma attacks at NASHS. If we arent vigilant, it willhappen again. 1 in 10 people have asthma. Liquidcontained in aerosol sprays is emitted into the airunder high pressure, creating a fine mist which can

spread quite a long way. The chemicals and strongsmells in the mist, when inhaled, are what can triggerasthma symptoms and a possible attack. (AsthmaFoundation) PLEASE do not bring aerosol sprays intothis school, lets works together. A good roll-on,antiperspirant deodorant is a great alternative to anaerosol spray.

While on sprays.To celebrate personal hygieneday, lets educate our young people about thedifferences between antiperspirant and perfumeddeodorant options. Antiperspirant is a deodorant thatis put on the skin, especially under the arms, in order

to prevent or reduce sweating and body odour (BO).Sprays like Lynx & Impulse will not stop body odour,as they do not contain antiperspirant. If a studentdecides to use perfumed spray like Lynx and Impulse,it is recommended that an antiperspirant roll-on is alsoused. Lynx and Impulse must be applied at home, asthey are not accepted at NASHS NO SPRAYZONE.

Things are smelling SWEET at NASHS! Have a greatfinal few weeks of the term everyone.(Amelia JefferisSchool Nurse)

OUTDOOR EDUCATION AT NASHS


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WORK PLACE LEARNING 2014

Throughout 2014 many Year 11 and 12 students have had the opportunity to attend a workplace one day a week.

As part of their course, students participating in Work Place Learning (WPL) chose the industry in which they

wanted to work.

WPL assists students to make better career choices. It also provides meaning to the learning at school.

Employers setting aside time for our students helps the loop of learning; which is the processing and assimilation

of what we hear, see or experience that alters or improves our knowledge, skills and attitudes. The combinationof knowledge, skills and attitudes is behaviour. If someone trains us, or we learn something new or different, it is

our behaviour that is affected.

Without employers willing to assist in this process our students would miss the opportunity to enhance their

learning, employability skills and career choices.

The link between North Albany Senior High School and the community is of great importance and we would like to

extend our appreciation to the following businesses for giving our students an opportunity in the workplace:

Albany Public Library ABA Security Active Plumbing

Albany Monumental Masons Albany Public Library Albany SignsAlbany Veterinary Hospital Albany City Motors Albany Engineering CoAlbany Occasional Childcare Centre Albany Regional Hospital Albany Leisure & Aquatic CentreAll-Tech Mechanical Amity Electrics Anna Mira LandscapesApproved Cabinets Bakers Delight Better Pets and GardensBob the Painter Bunnings Central Spray PaintersCity of Albany Classic Cabinetry Contach Metal IndustriesContours Hair Studio Creative Landscaping DA & AM Holland Building CoDepartment of Agriculture Discovery Bay GB MarineRN & JM Godfrey Harvey Norman Head to Tail PetsIronbark Cabinets & Furniture Itzame Construction Jaffa Java Coffee HouseKingdom Care Kinnear Bros Electrical Contractors Mira Mar Veterinary HospitalMount Lockyer Primary School Officeworks O'Keefe's Paints

Paul Armstrong Smash Repairs Pinnacle Plumbing & Gas Police & Citizens Youth ClubPopulation Health Powell Security Pre-Emptive StrikePromotion Autos Priceline Pharmacy Rainbow Coast WreckersRed Dog Carpentry Rustys Marine Southern Aboriginal CorporationSt Josephs College The White Star Hotel Three AnchorsVancouver Arts Centre Wakes Music Centre WA Football CommissionWhite Star Hotel Wishart Homes YMCA Albany Early Learning CentreYakamia Primary School

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIVERSITIES 2015

Through our daily notices, students are informed

about websites that provide information aboutuniversity courses, scholarships etc.

WA Universities have several sites that students andparents may find helpful:

Awards and Scholarships:www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/home/undergrad

Courses and Careers:www.studyat.uwa.edu.au

UWA Newsletteryou can subscribe to this at:Www.studyat.uwa.edu.au/about/subscribe

Curtin University Scholarshipswww.scholarships.curtin.edu.au

NASHS Country Week Mixed Soccer team who won the CDivision trophy were presented with their medallions at the

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COMMUNITY NOTICESNASHS provides these notices as a service to our schoolcommunity . Please note that this does not mean we endorsethese programs/events.

2015 TERM DATES FOR STUDENTS

The term dates for NASHS students for 2015 are:

The six School Development (Pupil Free) Days in2015 for Government schools in the City of Albanyare:

Thursday, 29 January 2015 Friday, 30 January 2015 Monday, 20 April 2015 Monday, 20 July 2015 Friday, 13 November 2015 (Albany Show Day) Friday, 18 December 2015

2015 COMMENCES ENDS

TERM 3 Mon, 20 July Fri, 25 Sept

Holidays Sat, 26 Sept Sun, 11 Oct

TERM 4 Mon, 12 Oct Thurs, 17 Dec

Holidays Sat, 4 July Sun, 19 July

TERM 2 Mon, 20 Apri l Fri, 3 July

Holidays Fri, 3 April Sun, 19 April

TERM 1 Mon, 2 February Thurs, 2 Apr il

The Albany Schools Concert Band 1 and TheAlbany Youth Orchestra are combining forces topresent a concert which they have named The Bestof 2014. The concert will take place on Monday, 24

November, starting at 7.00pm in the Albany BaptistChurch. Part proceeds of the concert will be used forthe band to attend the Australian International MusicFestival in Sydney in 2015. Students involved in thisconcert come from every school in Albany. You areinvited to attend this concert. Tickets are availablefrom the Accounts Office at Albany SHS.2015 Albany Summer School516 January 2015The Albany Summer School offers Art, Craft, Lifestyle,Environment, Young Peoples and other courses in arelaxed and friendly atmosphere. Brochures with fulldetails are available from Art & Craft Suppliers,Libraries, Galleries, Telecentres and Visitor Centres.

Further information can be obtained by contacting theEnrolment Officer on 0438 415 006 or by writing toP O Box 5146, Albany, 6332.

www.AlbanySummerSchool.com.au

VACSWIM 2014-2015Enrolments for VacSwims December/Januaryswimming program are now open. With swimmingpools and beaches a part of our Western Australianlifestyle, it is vitally important that every child learns toswim and develop essential water safety skills.January ProgramsProgram 129 December 2014 to 9 January 2015

Short Program59 January 2015 (limited centres)Enrolments close Monday, 17 November 2014Program 212 to 23 January 2015Enrolments close Monday, 24 November 2014Enrol online now at education.wa.edu.au/swimming

As part of the NASHS focus on both the physical andmental health of our students, students in Year 9 willbe participating in a workshop entitled UnderstandingMental Health. This workshop will be presented by

Mica Lanzini from Youth Focus and its aim is toincrease awareness around common mental healthissues such as depression and anxiety.

Combined with this NASHS is pleased to announcethat Mica will also be presenting an informationworkshop for parents. This workshop will be heldon Thursday, 4

December from 6.30pm8.00pm in

the schools Performing Arts Theatre. This is afantastic opportunity for parents to listen to aprofessional in the field and gain valuable informationon what can be a confusing area of concern.

On 3 December, NASHS school psychologist,Brooke Bevan-Wilson, will also be presenting apositive parenting seminar. Refer to flyers on theopposite pages..


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FREE PARENTING SEMINARS for EVERY PARENT of a TEEN

Positive Parenting Program SEMINAR SERIESTerm 4 2014

North Albany Senior High School

Parents/carers of children in years 6/7 are invited to attend freeparenting seminars to learn practical,positive and effective ways to:

- Encourage responsible teens who are respectful, considerate and involved in family activities- Help teens become more competent through self-discipline and problem solving.- Encourage teens to establish routines, follow school rules and have supportive friends- Help teens get connected by encouraging them to be confident, socially skilled and take

care of others.

Research has demonstrated the acceptability of the strategies across cultures.

Seminar One: Raising Responsible Teenagers

When: Wednesday 3

rd

of December

Time: Coffee, tea, registration 6.00pm for a prompt 6.30pm start, fin ishing at 8.00pm.

Venue: NASHS Performing Arts Theatre (PAT).

Cost: Free however, bookings are essential.

To register to attend a free parenting seminar please:Complete the slip below and return to North Albany Senior High Schoolmarked attention Mrs Brooke Bevan-Wilson

For more information Contact: Brooke Bevan-Wilson:[email protected]

REGISTRATION FOR: POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM SEMINAR SERIES

Name of Parent(s)/Carer(s) wishing to attend:

Surname _______________ First Name _______________ Mobile ______________

Surname _______________ First Name _______________ Mobile ______________

Home Phone: _________________

Postal Address: _______________________ Suburb: _______________ Postcode: _________

Email: _______________________________________________________________________

Name of Child/ren: __________________________________________ Year Level: ________

__________________________________________ Year Level: ________

Please return your registration to North Albany Senior High School, 47 Anson Road, AlbanyWA 6330 or fax to 9842 1514. Or e-mail your details [email protected]


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Thank you to all the students who helped make Poppies in the Library as part of the 2014

ANZAC Commemorations. They looked absolutely fantastic!

Above is one of our new banners for the next 4 years of historical celebrations. The

other banner was part of the shop window display, in Optus shop on York Street. If you

did not manage to see it on the ANZAC 100 years weekend, the student work was amazing!

Unfortunately we have said goodbye to Gayathri

Surath (School Technician). We sincerely thank

Gayathri for her services to NASHS over the past

few years. We will miss her smile and patience in a

very demanding job. We wish her all the very best,

as she moves with her husband to Melbourne.

HOMEWORK CLASSES will continue on

Wednesdays after school untilWEEK 8, 3 December.


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