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Newsletter No. 7 Term 4 - October 2018

From the Principal, Peta Kourbelis

Adult EducationEnrolments are now open for any adults wishing to re-enter and complete their SACE. Please call the front office on 8275 8300 and make an appointment to see an enrolment counsellor. If you are a current adult re-entry student, now is the time to re-enrol for 2019.Make an appointment as soon as possible.

Farewell to our Year 12 students We proudly farewelled our Year 12s at our scheduled school assembly on Friday 26 October. The assembly provided our school community with an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate together the significant milestone that our Year 12s have reached. It also enabled the Year 12s to say farewell to their teachers and the rest of the student body.As Year 12s prepare for exams and the completion of final assignments, I wish them all well. Although there are no formal lessons for them from Week 3 onwards, Year 12 students who have not yet completed assessment deadlines are expected to attend lessons as per normal until they have completed the work.Their Year 12 subject teachers will be available to support them during that time. Year 12 students can also utilise the Senior Study Centre as a quiet area to work in. I would like to take the opportunity to thank the Year 12 teachers for their commitment and dedication to ensure that every student is successful.

Visit to the United Arab EmiratesLate September, Tony Virgo, lead teacher of our Space School visited the United Arab Emirates as part of a business delegation. Our purpose was to enhance learning outcomes for Hamilton students in the area of STEM. We had the opportunity to discuss space education curriculum with personnel from both the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Agency in Dubai, Director of the UAE Space Agency and his team in Abu Dhabi and with the STEM Program Manager at Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). Our leadership and progress in this area was acknowledged. As they are in the initial stages of curriculum development, there is a desire to work collaboratively with us moving forward. Of interest to us was their emphasis in curriculum development on ensuring that explicit teaching of reading is a fundamental aspect of it, and we see great potential for shared learning in this area.I was also pleased to have received extremely positive feedback from the Director of the UAE Space Agency about the six day Space Camp which their students attended with us in July. We have now commenced negotiations for an increase in the number of camps and the length of these in 2019. This includes further developing the program to incorporate trans-disciplinary learning utilising our STEM Innovative Centre facility. In addition, they too are interested in curriculum development, and are also seeking to work collaboratively with us to deliver professional learning opportunities for teachers.

Peta KourbelisPrincipal

Top tips for Year 12 students and parents during the stressful exams time! Year 12s have been presented with an informative workshop about how to manage their stress and anxiety in the lead up to their SACE examinations. We discussed ways to manage their wellbeing in the lead up to and during the examination period. We also talked about how to plan their study time and be prepared, which will also alleviate some of the stress during this busy time ahead. Useful apps for the students to use to support both their time management and planning include:

• My Study Life• Habitbull

Evidence shows that you can dramatically reduce stress symptoms by managing your breathing, taking time out for meditation and a ‘mind break’. Helpful apps include:

• Headspace• Recharge• Reachout Breathe• Pause

With Year 12 exams commencing, many parents are also wondering how best to support their teenagers. Executive Director of Raising Children Network, Associate Professor Julie Green, says parents of teenagers can support their children through exams by encouraging the following good habits:

• Sleep- Good quality sleep helps your child to concentrate and remember things vital for exams and exam preparation. Conversely, poor sleep or not enough sleep affects concentration, memory and behaviour, making it harder for your child to learn. Encourage a regular bedtime routine in a dark room and electronic devices switched off.• Exercise- Physical activity has lots of benefits, including assisting with stress and helping sleep patterns in the evening. Encourage your teenager to keep up with their normal sporting/exercise activities, where possible, during the study and exam period. Even a walk around the block in the fresh air can really help.• Nutrition- One of the most nurturing ways you can help your teenager through the study and exam period is to provide nutritious meals and healthy snacks during the day. Try to avoid processed foods high in fat, sugar and salt such as fast food. Having a ‘food break’ is great also for stress relief and brain stimulation.• Bedtime- Turn off electronic devices an hour before bedtime. This includes loud music, mobile phones, computer screens and TV. Switching off mobiles can be hard for young people, but late night social media, phone calls and text messages can lead to broken sleep.• Caffeine- Ensure your teenager avoids caffeine (found in energy drinks, coffee, tea, chocolate and cola), in the late afternoon and evening as this can disrupt their sleep cycles, causing insomnia. Over 100mgs a day is considered detrimental to brain focus.• Wind-down time- Encourage ‘wind-down’ time to provide a relaxing buffer between studying and bedtime. Relaxing activities might include a warm shower, mindfulness activities such as colouring, going for a walk at the beach or local park, reading a book or magazine or listening to music. Students should do their revision in 40-60 minute increments, followed by a small break, similar to their school daily lesson structure.• Support- Your teenager still needs a strong relationship with you to feel confident as they meet the challenges of studying and exams. You can build this strong relationship by working on open communication and staying connected by touching base about their progress. Checking in and having a break with them also encourages positive vibes and therefore increases their mental stimulation for learning.

Sources: The Raising Children Network website/ Reachout.com Other resourceful websites for information and support during exam time for both students and parents include:

https://headspace.org.au/young-people/how-to-reduce-stress-and-prepare-for-exams/

https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens/issues/exam-stress

https://au.reachout.com/everyday-issues/exam-stress

If you need additional support around issues of anxiety or stress during exams, the following organisations provide professional support online and via telephone:

• ReachOut.com• Headspace: 1800 650 890• Kids help line: 1800 551 800

On behalf of the Wellbeing team, we wish to send our luck and best wishes to all the Year 12s who are about to complete their schooling and embark on their next journey in life. Exciting times ahead!Goodluck Year 12s! Always believe in yourself and your potential.

Tamara SeamanWellbeing Coordinator

Year 12 Exams

RTO/ VETOne Day Barista CourseA one day Barista course will be held on Monday 29th October from 9.00am to 4.00pm. For Hamilton students the course cost is $10.00. This workshop will give students the opportunity to gain accredited barista & food safety skills that are highly regarded in the food & hospitality industry. The following key elements are covered in detail:

• Food safety & hygiene • Organising your coffee workstation (mise en place) • Selecting and grinding coffee beans • Advise customers and take espresso coffee orders • Extract and monitor the quality of espresso • Undertake the milk texturing process • Serve espresso coffee beverages • Clean espresso equipment.

Upon successful completion students will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following two units of competency:

• SITXFSA101 Use hygienic practices for food safety • SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee.

Numbers of spots are limited.

2019 VET Information 2019 applicants are invited to a meeting on Wednesday 7th November to meet the trainers and discuss the courses in more detail. Arrival time will be 4.20pm for a 4.30pm start in the College Resource Centre. All current applicants and families are being contacted regarding this important meeting for all intending 2019 students and families.

2018 RTO VET GraduationIt is a busy time for all VET students, given all work has to be submitted by the end of Week 4 for Certificate III students or end of Week 6 for Certificate II students. Students who successfully complete the requirements in this timeframe will shortly after be receiving an invitation to the Graduation Ceremony to be held at Club Marion on Tuesday 4th December.

VET Enrolments 2019Vocational Education and Training Courses can be undertaken as part of a student’s SACE here at Hamilton. VET courses enable students to gain SACE credits that count towards completing their SACE certificate and are also a Nationally Accredited Qualification. We are fortunate that we are a Registered Training Organisation here at Hamilton so we can offer many qualifications to students here on campus. There are some vacancies in a range of VET courses for students going into Year 10, 11 and 12, who are interested in applying for 2019.

VET courses at Hamilton Secondary College include:

• Certificate I in Food Processing (Viticulture)• Certificate II in Kitchen Operations• Certificate II in Sport and Recreation• Certification II in Tourism• Certificate III in Travel• Certificate III in Community Services• Certificate III in Business Administration• Certificate III in Screen &

Media (Animation)• Certificate III in Screen & Media (Film)

For experienced media studies wishing to advance their professional knowledge, experience and skills, we also offer a Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media. These are full time courses run by our MAPS Film School

Other Registered Training Organisations who work alongside us are:Independent Institute of Food Processing

• Certificate II in Food Processing – Introduction to Café, Sales & Barista

PEER• Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Partial)

Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation

• Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing)

MINDA• Certificate III Individual Support (Disability)

MADEC• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.

Please contact Desanka Arezina by email desanka.arezina@hamcoll.sa.edu.au if you are interested in applying.

Ms Desanka ArezinaVET Coordinator

Certificate II Sport and RecreationDuring Term 3, the Certificate II Sport and Recreation students organised and completed another 2 days of work placement at a workplace of their choice in the sport and recreation industry. The placement is to further their knowledge and skills in providing quality service and working effectively in the purpose of industry.The students were able to experience and participate in a wide range of workplace tasks from maintaining gym and sports facilities, working at reception, stocking and merchandising, shadowing personal trainers, trying group fitness classes, assisting with school and group activities and setting up equipment for activities.The students worked professionally and were enthusiastic to tackle any task assigned. All had fantastic feedback from their supervisors and really enjoyed the experience.Hamilton Secondary College would like to thank the following work placement providers for their time and contribution towards the students developing competency in working in the sport and recreation industry:

-Warradale Primary School-100% Netball-Adelaide Fitness & Performance Centre-Goodlife Glenelg-TREND Fitness-Southern Workout Store (Blackforest)-Flinders One Sport and Fitness-SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Christine KusznirTeacher

InternationalFarewell to Japanese Study Abroad Students At the end of Term 3, we were sad to say goodbye to three of our Japanese study abroad students – Runa Itami and Hinata Monden from Jissen Girls High School in Tokyo and Saori Urakami from Okoyama Korokukan High School in Japan. These three girls spent 10 weeks at Hamilton and were enthusiastic students, making friends with their Year 10 cohort. They mentioned that a highlight of their time at Hamilton was the Term 3 Eco-Tour to Kangaroo Island. They return to Japan with new friends and increased English skills and wonderful memories of their time at Hamilton.

Kangaroo Island Eco Tour In Week 10 of Term 3, Mrs Botting, Mr Papageorgiou and 12 international students spent three days on Kangaroo Island completing the ISEC Eco-Tour. This camp is part of the ISEC curriculum to improve international students’ awareness of Australia, build valuable English-speaking skills, friendships and team building skills. Students visit many culturally and environmentally significant sites, staying in a youth hostel and farm-stay where they learn skills including cooking on a campfire and routines associated with attending a school camp in Australia. Other highlights include sandboarding and seeing a variety of wildlife including kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, echidna and emus, as well as seals, sealions and a multitude of birds in this pristine environment, which is SA’s number 1 tourist destination.

Term 4- A Busy Time AheadWe welcomed 3 new ISEC students this Term – An, Nhi and Ngan from Vietnam. An and Nhi will transition to Year 11 next year and Ngan to Year 9.

Study Tours in Term 4In Week 3 of Term 4 we welcome visiting teachers and 18 students from Ushiku Senior High School in Japan. Ushiku students visit us twice every year and we are very excited to meet students from our partner school once again. The visit is a large one, with more than a hundred students shared across several schools in South Australia. The Ushiku Students will be involved in a 12 day Study Tour involving excursions to the Gorge Wildlife Park in the Adelaide Hills and exploring the inner City of Adelaide, bush dancing, sport, music, Australian art, lessons with buddies and intensive English lessons. On November 22 we also welcome visiting teachers and 12 students from Ritsumeikan High School to visit Hamilton for 2 weeks. This Study Tour is part of a much larger group of 240 Year 9 Japanese students who visit 16 secondary schools across

Adelaide. Ritsumeikan has been visiting Adelaide for many years and this Study Tour to Australia is a compulsory part of their Year 9 curriculum. During their time with us, the Ritsumeikan students will be involved in a visit to Marion Primary School to share Japanese Cultural activities. On the other days they will participate in Study Tour activities at school with buddies. There is also an aquatics day at Noarlunga Centre, a visit to Cleland Wildlife Park and a visit to the City.We especially thank the hard work of the Hamilton Study Tour buddies (Ambassadors) from the Middle School who make each Study Tour a very special time for the visiting Japanese students. Friendships are often made with these students that can last a life time and we look to our Ambassadors to take up some very special opportunities. Currently a scholarship is available for a Year 9 student to represent Hamilton Secondary College and travel to Mishima High School in Japan. This lucky Ambassador would travel with 2 teachers and a small group of students from other South Australian schools for 2 weeks next April. The Year 9 student needs to have a current passport and be able to pay for their own travel insurance. Travelling and accommodation costs are met by the International Program and Mishima High School. The student will live in a homestay, wear Mishima uniform and attend school at Mishima. There will be some time for excursions to cultural places in Japan. Students should apply with a short 250 word expression of interest stating why they would be considered a good Ambassador on a trip to Mishima High School. Applications are due to Mr Lobban by Friday 26 October.

Flora BottingTeacher

Year 12/ Material & Service FeesYear 12 Final ArrangementsHow time has flown for our Year 12 students over the past Semester! In a few weeks they will be sitting final exams and before they know it their school days will be over.

The official final day for our Year 12 Class of 2018 was Friday 26th October. This is always a special day for the Year 12s. They began the day with a breakfast which was followed by a Year 12 Final Farewell Assembly. The Assembly is a special event which brings the whole College together to acknowledge the Year 12s and to celebrate the conclusion of their secondary schooling.This day marks the end of scheduled lessons for the Year 12s. Students are welcome to continue to use the Senior Study Centreduring SWOT-Vac, but are reminded that they need to be in full school uniform and sign in and out at Reception.

Final Year 12 Examinations commence on the 12th of November. Examinations will be held in the Dance Studio, as they have been in previous years. All students attending the College for exams must bring with them their examination attendance slip and must be marked on the official examination roll. Students are reminded that there are strict conditions surrounding conduct in the examination centre and they will need to adhere to these.

It is important that students use their SWOT-Vac time to revise for exams and ensure that they have an appropriate space to study at home. The space needs to be quiet enough that students can concentrate and focus on their revision. Students also need to be mindful that they have a work-life balance, and ensure that they are taking study breaks, getting exercise and sleeping properly in the lead up to exams. The Year 12s have had several study sessions in Pathways over the past few weeks on preparing for exams, and it is now the time to put these strategies into practise!

The final celebration for our Year 12 students is of course the Graduation and Formal, held on the 28th of November. Families are welcome to attend the Graduation and should have RSVP’d to the front office last week. This ceremony is held at the Edwardstown Baptist Church. The Year 12 Formal will once again be at Pullman’s Adelaide on the evening of November 28th. Students are reminded that this is a formal event, and a chance to celebrate the end of the school year with their peers.

I would like to take the opportunity to wish the Class of 2018 all the best of luck in their exams and their final assignments. It has been a pleasure to work with you for the past Semester as your Year Level Coordinator.

Annasofia HamiltonSACE / Senior School Coordinator

2019 College Materials & Services Fees.At the next Governing Council meeting to be held on Wednesday 7thNovember at 6.30pm, members of the School Community are invited to attend this meeting to discuss the Materials and Services Fees for 2019.

At a previous meeting, the Finance Advisory Committee recommended that the Governing Council approve the 2019 Materials and Services Fees to remain the same as for 2018.

Year 8 $350Year 9 $390Year 10 $440Year 11 $465Year 12 $465Year 11 & 12 Vet Students $330Hamilton Unit $350

For 2019 the Standard Sum/School Card has been determined at $318.00

If you are unable to attend and wish to express your views on this matter, please put them in writing to the Chairperson of the Governing Council prior to this date.

Ann RoyBusiness Manager

STEMSTEM Students in Year 8 and 9 recently learned what it takes, and what it is like, to be an Experimental Fighter Test Pilot. As part of our ongoing collaborations with the Australian Youth Aerospace Association and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Lt Col Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton, an Experimental Fighter Test Pilot for the United States Air Force, visited Hamilton Secondary College. Cinco shared with students his personal stories of being a pilot, including mid-air collisions, close shaves, combat flying revelations, serendipitous opportunities, testing prototype technology, flying a wide range of aircraft - from a zeppelin to a MiG-15 to an A-10 - and managing the Joint Strike Fighter Developmental Test program. Through these stories, students learned not only what a Test Pilot does, but also how to build resilience and how to stay calm when under pressure.Lt Col Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton started his Air Force career as an operational F-15C pilot. He supported multiple Red Flag Exercises and real world Operation Noble Eagle missions where he protected the President of the United States - at times escorting Air Force One. He then served as an Air Liaison Officer in Germany where he was the Director of Operations for a key command and control squadron. While serving in Germany, he was hand-selected to be the initial cadre for the first MC-12 squadron in Afghanistan, heralding in the Air Force’s first tactical Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance aircraft. He served as the Chief Instructor for 200+ aircrew and accumulated over 400 combat hours directly supporting ground forces. After his time in the MC-12, he attended the United States Air Force Test Pilot School (TPS) where he flew 30 different aircraft, wrote 38 technical reports, and took part in the first Automatic Air Collision Avoidance System testing. After TPS graduation he became an F-15C and F-15E Instructor Experimental Test Pilot and the Technical Director for the Operational Flight Program Combined Test Force at Eglin Air Force Base, FL. He was the lead test pilot on 11 test programs, supporting the newest software, systems, and weapons for the 450+ F-15 fleet. He then served at the Pentagon as the Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) lead for the Joint Strike Fighter, F-35, overseeing the entire DT&E effort for the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Marines. He managed an 18 test-aircraft fleet of specially equipped F-35s across multiple operating locations, with a $3B budget. After his F-35 work in D.C. he transitioned to Edwards Air Force Base, CA where he currently flies the F-35 as the Developmental Test Director of Operations. Lt Col Hamilton has a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado, an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Tennessee, and an M.S. in Flight Test Engineering from the USAF Test Pilot School. He has received numerous accolades and awards, the most recent being his recognition by the U.S. Junior Chamber as a Ten Outstanding Young American.

Students found the visit both highly engaging and inspiring, and Hamilton Secondary College looks forward to future events highlighting STEM careers and experiences, particularly in the aerospace, aeronautics and astronautics fields.

Caroline JohnstoneAssistant Principal

Sports

Year 8/9 BadmintonLast Term, HSC had two teams of students nominate for Season 3 of Zone Sport for Badminton. This included a Year 8 team (Hamilton Blue) and a Year 9 Team (Hamilton Gold). The students representing the College in Hamilton Blue are: Putraku Azima, Daniel Jung, Dan Pescud, Declan Matthias, Harry Gupta, Cecil Sowah and Omar Jimie. The Year 9 students in Hamilton Gold are: No Se Ma, Krishyaal Dinesh, Mohammed Alyami, Rami El Haddad and Alif Bangsawan. So far both teams have played 4 games and have both won 1 out the 4. All students in both teams are committed to improving and have shown a high level of commitment so far this season. We look forward to seeing these students continue to improve whilst developing team work and collaboration skills.

Angus FisherTeacher

Ice Factor Tournament The Hamilton Hornets participated in the Ice Factor tournament on Friday 21st September. After drawing in the finals, it came down to penalties to determine the winners. Unfortunately Hamilton fell short. The Hamilton Hornets came equal first in their Pool and overall 3rd in the finals out of 12 teams. It was pleasing to see Owen Limbert, our younger team member, score his first goal in a tournament. All players performed to the best of their ability and set up many team goals.Congratulations to Benny Daniel who for the second time running won the leadership award for the Hamilton Hornets. Max Black worked hard as a goalie not only for Hamilton but for other teams who did not have a goalie. Kieren Turner was inspirational in setting up many attacking plays, Shaye Vuckovic, Brodie Dornan-Leach, and Elwood Marshall played a solid defensive game. Sporting a dislocated finger, Owen Birkett put up a gallant display in the middle, with the support of Benny Daniel.

The 7th Biennial Ice Factor SpectacularThroughout the year, the Hamilton Hornets have not only been training on the ice, but have also been preparing themselves for modelling a range of clothing from their

sponsors. The team “strutted their stuff ” on the catwalk at the 7th Biennial Ice Factor Spectacular which was held at the Hilton Adelaide Ballroom on Friday the 14th of September.

The following students were sponsored by:Elwood Marshall Mr. ChoonCclothingShaye Vuckovic Wicked ClothingOwen Limbert Wicked ClothingBennie Daniel Peter Shearer Mens WearOwen Birkett Peter Shearer Mens WearMax Black Peter Shearer Mens WearKieren Turner Peter Shearer Mens WearBrodie Dornan-Leach Peter Shearer Mens Wear

Students performed many moves on the catwalk in front of their sponsors, peers and guests. It was pleasing to see the team bond together and support each other during a very long day that started with practices, fittings and dress rehearsals, from 10.30am to the final show that commenced at 7.30pm and concluded at 10.30pm.The students were rewarded with a free pair of shoes from Williams the Shoe Man and will be presented with their own skates later on this Term.

8/9 Soccer Zone SportAt this stage in the competition the 8/9 indoor soccer team remains undefeated. The team has made great improvements from last Term and are playing with great enthusiasm and skill.The team comprises of Captain, Owen Limbert, Vice-Captain, Zac Wilden, Players, Damon Hallas, Pouya Maleki, Nawshad Shah, Sebastian Ashston, James White and Brett Wills.

Peter PapageorgiouAssistant Principal

SportsSenior Weights and Fitness Club

In Week 10 of Term 3, the Senior Weights and Fitness Club went on an excursion to Paragon

Fitness at Happy Valley to participate in an RPM cycle group fitness class.

RPM is a group indoor cycling workout where participants control the intensity of the ride by adjusting their own resistance levels and speed. They go on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding to repeatedly reach their cardio peak and then ease back down. Participants can draw on the group’s energy and find rhythm in the music. It’s a fun, low impact class and burns loads of calories.

Lucky for the club, their trainer is also a certified RPM instructor who took the students through their class. They definitely got to see another side to Mrs. Kuz!

The students worked really hard and embraced all challenges thrown their way. They loved the atmosphere and awesome music. Well done everyone for giving the class a go!

A big thank you to the team at Paragon Fitness for hosting Hamilton Secondary College’s lunchtime Weights and Fitness Club and for giving the students a free guest pass to come back and try another group fitness class.

Christine Kusznir

Teacher

Open Mixed Netball TeamOn the 4th September, Hamilton College participated in the Southern Zone Open Mixed Netball Carnival at Blackwood High School. The Year 11 team played 7 games throughout the day, winning 2 games and drawing 1. Every game was close and there was great competition amongst Blackwood, Unley and Brighton High Schools. Our students had a fantastic day and were always positive, even after the many close losses. By the end, the students were exhausted but this did not stop them from putting in 100% effort, right up to the last siren. Their positive attitude, teamwork and moral support from friends and family who came and watched no doubt helped get them through.

Tash BamfordTeacher

Design & TechnologyDesign and TechnologyHamilton Secondary College Design and Technology students have again achieved a level of success above expectations at this year’s Royal Adelaide Show. Our students gained recognition by winning 30 prizes in Design and Technology. Our school is one of the very consistent and successful exhibitors at the recent 2018 Royal Adelaide Show. Students from Years 8 to 12 programs were excited to be given the opportunity to showcase their educational achievements across a range categories. Students entered projects undertaken as part of their learning in Design and Technology programs taught and managed through Hamilton College.Students entered projects and presentations from a range of disciplines including: woodwork; metalwork; mechanical engineering and Computer Aided Design.With continuing Government, University and educational focus on increasing the number of students studying STEM related subjects and Industry encouraging increased participation in VET programs through school, Hamilton is well placed to continue developing programs of study that align with these goals.With 2019 fast approaching Hamilton is offering a range of courses and are encouraging students to also consider studies in:

• STEM through Hamilton’s Middle School • Design and Technology (material based courses)• Space School and Mars program• CAD (computer aided drafting focusing on the areas such as product design and engineering)• Vocational Education Training in areas of skill shortage such as Electro-Technology

Royal Adelaide Show results for 2018 are listed below. We are very proud of our students and our goal is to bring out the best in every student, to instil pride in their work, and to showcase their achievements. While not all students win prizes, we encourage all of our students to participate in this event. It’s really good to see so many of our students keen to enter each year, many registering a number of their projects into different categories and often starting in Year 8 and continuing to compete until they complete Year 12.Congratulations to all students entering projects into the Royal Adelaide Show and thank you to all of the teachers who work so diligently to ensure our students are so successful.

Rod YonAssistant Principal

EXHIBITOR RESULTSHamilton Secondary CollegeCLASS CAT. NO. EXHIBIT RESULTClose up Photography/Macro, less than one metre, Fauna 642 Long Secondblack and white or colour. Less than 1 metre, requires special lens use. BEST OVERALL EXHIBIT IN DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 82 Wade Special PrizeYear 12/13/VET 78 Turner SecondNight Life and Lights, black and white or colour. 645 Long SecondYear 10/11 72 Lamshed SecondLandscapes, black and white or colour. 542 Long SecondYear 10/11/12/13 107 Eerden SecondYear 10 30 Garin SecondYear 12/13/VET 59 Long SecondUrban-scapes Towns Cities, black and white or colour. 554 Long SecondYear 8/9 106 Best FirstYear 12/13/VET 62 HSC Student CommendedYear 11/12/13 104 Cloosterman FirstYear 12/13/VET 77 HSC Student ThirdYear 11 46 Archanukrow CommendedYear 11 49 Long ThirdYear 8/9 84 HSC Student ThirdA Day in the Life of a Young Person 662 Long FirstYear 10/11 82 Wade FirstYear 12/13/VET 60 Lamshed ThirdYear 10 32 Limneos CommendedYear 10 29 Limneos ThirdAnimals, Zoo, black and white or colour. 598 Long FourthYear 10/11 67 Dosky FirstBEST EXHIBIT IN METALS MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY 67 Dosky FirstYear 12/13/VET 58 Long FirstYear 8/9/10 103 Crawley FirstYear 12/13/VET 79 Turner FirstCelebrations, black and white or colour. 620 Long FirstYear 8/9/10 90 Wade First

Middle SchoolAt the end of a busy Term 3, our students in the Middle School had participated in various important learning data tests, had also been involved in our week of R U Okay Day activities and had recorded some of the best attendance rates in the school.We have been so proud of how students have participated in national and international testing that will provide our school with vital data on their literacy and numeracy skills. All Middle School students participated in the PAT Reading and Maths testing. The Year 8s trialled online NAPLAN testing and various students in the Middle School participated in the PISA test. The PISA test is an international assessment, measuring student performance in reading, mathematical and scientific literacy. All students applied themselves well to do their personal best and we look forward to seeing their results.

During Week 8, Middle School students were involved in R U Okay week, which involved pathways lessons and presentations from community organisations. The Year 8s and 9s learnt about how to recognise when someone in their life may need support and how to initiate that conversation. The Year 10 students attended a presentation from Ric Chamberlain from Uniting Communities, who gave an engaging and very well-rounded workshop covering mental health issues. The workshop also demonstrated to students how to support friends and family, what can be done to look after their own mental health and who else can support them. Ric’s workshop was excellent and both

staff and students found it so informative and helpful. Year 8s also enacted “Random Acts of Kindness”. This was so much fun and lovely to see some students going out of their way to help others, to say nice things and to make their classes feel more positive. The week was so successful that the Student Services team hope to expand the range of activities in 2019. Year 10s have almost finished their Personal Learning Plan Stage 1 subjects and only have a few more tasks to complete. As part of this subject, all students participated in preparation for subject selection into Year 11. This included listening to presentations from our VET Coordinator, local universities and our own staff about their careers, their senior years of high school and post school options. All students have now made their plans for 2019. Finally, we would also like to acknowledge and congratulate those students whose attendance has been outstanding in Term 3. These students will be recognised at a Middle School Assembly this Term where they receive their certificate. Congratulations and well done on your efforts!

Kristy PowerAssistant Principal