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BY THE STUDENTS, FOR THE STUDENTS The Little Lauramont is a renewed Mount Carmel

College newspaper, composed, created and

conceptualised by the students, and for the students.

The aim of the paper is to connect with the students,

not just on an educational level, but a personal one.

Editions will be released every month, with activities,

information and interesting perspectives on diverse

aspects of school and everyday life. We hope that The

Little Lauramont will brighten your days at Mount

Carmel, as you enjoy engaging and discussing a range

of new topics at the College.

The newspaper is targeted at the students, so it’s only

fair that it's created by them. As we continue to

developed the paper, various opportunities for student

input and contribution will be encouraged. For the

artist, creative competitions, including drawing and

comic-creating will initiate, for the writer, the

contribution of articles to be published in the

newspaper is greatly supported, for the readers, surveys

and questionnaires will be active throughout the year to

shape the paper into something enjoyable for the entire

school community, and for all students in all aspects of

the College, opportunities to provide information for

various articles will also arise. You are all active

members of the College, and every individual

experiences diverse occurrences - we want you to share

these through The Little Lauramont.

Any student in the college is eligible to submit their

articles anonymously or with their name and grade to,

StudentNewspaper@mountcarmel.tas.edu.au on any

topic they wish. Each month we will aim to publish as

many of your articles as possible. If you have something

to say, voice it. This is merely the beginning of what will

hopefully leave a mark on Mount Carmel College.

- Milla Burrows and Ebony ten Broeke, Year 10

WHAT’S INSIDE?

1). Newspaper Introduction

2). Athletics Report Movie Review

3). Q&A School Theme Meaning

4). School Musical Report

5). School Stress

6). Mothers Day Gift Ideas Activities

7). Activities

WANT TO WRITE AN

ARTICLE?

Email your written piece to:

StudentNewspaper@mount

carmel.tas.edu.au

The Curriculum Leaders will

read through all submitted

articles, edit and publish

adequate submissions. The

articles can discuss a range of

topics - think outside the

box, (bullying, tips,

friendships, etc). The articles

can remain anonymous.

HAVE A QUESTION YOU

WANT ANSWERED?

Email to the same address,

with any questions you'd like

discussed in the Q&A.

WANT TO JOIN THE

NEWSPAPER TEAM?

Email the same address with

your name and grade, and

the Curriculum Leaders will

provide any details.

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CARMEL TAKES THE WIN The track, the field, the cheers! Athletics day 2018 was a celebration of both the athlete and the supporter. Houses divided in

competition and students wore their colours with pride. Red, Yellow, Green. Running, throwing and jumping events gave

students of all ages an opportunity to showcase their talents and gain points for their house. Students were willing to give

each event a crack from the 100m to discus and proved that even the dreariest of weather couldn’t dampen the Mount

Carmel girl’s spirit.

Standouts of the carnival included the day favourite, the staff vs student relay. It was a ruthless race and saw one of the closest

finishes of the carnival. On the student relay team, the fastest athletes of Year 10 were put against the house captains, suited

up and ready to tumble down the track. In the other lane, the staff team consisting of Mr Mac, Mr Hyatt, Mr Chapman and Mr

Bennet were warming up and getting their game face on, willing to put all dignity on the line to achieve carnival glory.

It was a neck and neck finish between Lauren Canning and Mr Chapman, with some foul

play and aggression on his part. Everyone, from all houses cheered and screamed as the

two runners raced down the strait and with some sideline support Lauren managed to

scrape past and bring it home for the students of Mount Carmel College.

The results were announced at the conclusion of the day and titled Carmel house as the

champions of the 2018 athletics carnival, led by Isobel Calvert and Emily Grzinic from Year

10, and the Primary House Captains. Although Carmel was victorious, every house and

every student did their bit and contributed to the carnival. Whether they stole the show on

the track or the field, or simply cheered their house on. It was a spectacular day of

competition, glory and intense house spirit.

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN The Greatest Showman was released in December 2017, and if you haven’t had

the chance to watch it, then you must rent it once it comes out on DVD. It is a

family friendly film, which explores friendships, the struggles that come with

following your dreams, love, and of course, integrates many profound songs.

However, the most prominent theme is one which Mount Carmel has previously

addressed, diversity, and more so, Unity in Diversity. As P.T Barnum, depicted

by Hugh Jackman, works to make his mark on the world, he celebrates the

differences of others - ranging from appearance, to race, and encourages the

individuals to embrace their quirks and characteristics. The movie also discusses

the impact fame and pressure can have on a person. It teaches the audience to

be true to themselves, and remember the things which are important - a topic

which is fairly relevant to students as pressure increases during NAPLAN,

exams, common testing and general day-to-day school life.

The musical story, which is based on the man who created the circus, is portrayed by popular talents, Hugh

Jackman, Zac Efron, Michelle Williams and Zendaya. Overall, it's a wonderful, fun-filled movie which provides

laughter, smiles and entertainment - not to mention a bunch of new songs to reenact.

Star Rating:

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EMBRACE OUR BELONGING As we begin a new term, refreshed and revived we encourage

you to think about the Mount Carmel community and how it

impacts you. As a College, we want students to feel welcomed,

and nurtured, to feel that they belong at school and that they are

all part of something special.

Have you ever heard the phrase, ‘It takes a village’? Meaning it

takes more than just one person or a few to make a positive

change and create a strong community. We all have something

unique to contribute and are all responsible for the impact we

have on others lives. At Mount Carmel College, we want to create

leaders. Young women who are passionate and loved by the

people in their lives. Who harness their potential and inspire

others to do the same. This can only be achieved with a

community behind them and a strong sense of belonging.

In Term Two, we want to focus on embracing our belongings.

Within our Mount Carmel community we have parents, teachers

and leaders who in second term are working to involve students

in their community and build relationships within the College.

Whether it be sport, academic or creative endeavours we will

support every student and involve ourselves in their journey.

Encourage and invest in them.

So we ask you to involve yourselves too, to get to know the

community you belong to and give all that you have to offer.

Support one another and play your part. You could voice your

ideas or start an initiative, volunteer locally or simply just support

and encourage your peers. Help us build a strong, nurturing and

inspiring community. Help us build our village.

Feel free to ask any of your student leaders for a chat or drop

your suggestions in the suggestion box in the library, we would

love to hear what you have to say!

Questions & Answers

Term 2 Common Questions

What uniform is to be worn in Term 2?

During Term 2, the winter uniform is worn.

This consists of:

- The Boater

- Skirt

- Jumper or Cardigan

- Shirt

- Tie

- Blazer

- Stockings

- Shoes

Currently the school is going through a

uniform change over period. During this time

students who aren't due to buy a new

uniform can continue wearing the previous

brown winter uniform - particularly students

in year 9 and 10.

What are the guidelines during Term 2 for

PE uniform?

When students have PE, they are allowed to

wear their full sports uniform both to and

from school. This is also allowed if an

individual has three subjects or activities

where PE uniform is required. In this

instance, they must request an exemption

card.

What is NAPLAN? Why do I have to do it?

NAPLAN is a series of test undertaken by years 3,

5, 7 and 9 in Term 2. Students in these grades

complete tests on numeracy, reading, writing and

language conventions. The tests allow the

Australian Government and education system to

gather an understanding on the strengths and

weaknesses of differing schools, and the country

as a whole.

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A GLIMPSE OF WONDERLAND

An upcoming night to remember. Students invested in Mount Carmel’s

progressing play, The Wizard of Wonderland, have provided a peek

down the yellow brick road of wonderland. Jozette Levy, a musician

for the musical, described the looming production as, “a mix between

Alice in Wonderland and The Wizard of Oz.” It will follow the story of a

young girl, Beth, played by Maddison Mingari, as she embarks on a

journey in a fantasy land, whilst mourning her sisters death. Many

familiar characters will be included, such as the Lion, played by Sofija

Burton, the Tin Man, played by Isabella Mahmoud, and the Scarecrow,

played by Emma Brough. Maddison Mingari, the lead, explained that

the characters will reflect Beth’s emotions throughout the mourning

process of her sister.

Auditions were conducted within the Year 9 and 10 drama class.

Managed by Miss A and Patricia Clark, students wishing for specific

roles performed a scene to the class as their audition. Those who also

wanted a singing role, continued to further auditioning with Miss A, Mr

Macnamara and Patricia Clark, where they sung individually. The

group decided against two casts for this year’s production, which,

despite resulting in some girls being unsuccessful in the role of their

choice, “taught us the realism of show business,” stated Maddison

Mingari.

The production will be a fantasy, coming of age musical, with comedic

elements. Chelsea Pyke, playing March Hare, quoted, “This years

musical also has a special message behind it. It's important that people

look out for that special message, and also the teamwork, sweat and

tears that we have, and will, put into this musical.”

The team consists of dancers, actors, ensemble, band and backstage -

as well as the directors and teachers involved. They've been busy

rehearsing in both class time and Wednesday afternoons, and

overcoming the various challenges that arise with organising a school

musical. Maddison Mingari stated, “Casting and auditioning had been

an extremely stressful experience to say the least— it is clear to see that

the cast was very worn out after it, but we persevered through these

difficulties, to come to where we are now. We faced editing issues with

adapting the script— there were so many scenes and ideas we wished

to evolve (backstories, character development, etc.) but only so much

time could be spent on this. We found ourselves falling down rabbit

holes of our own (pun intended). But we had Ms A’s skilful guidance and

expertise to steer us in the right direction.”

Showcasing the stars of the arts, the Wizard of Wonderland will be a

show not to miss. Keep an eye out for further updates, as the

production continues to skip down the yellow brick road.

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SCHOOL STRESS

What are some big school stressors?

Different things cause stress in different people.   Some of the things students commonly say are causes of stress include:

• Homework, especially tests and exams

• Deadlines

• Poor time management. Leaving assignments to the last minute

• Body image concerns

• Social relationships with friends and boyfriends/girlfriends

• High personal expectations or high expectations from parents, teachers and friends.

• Parents or problems at home

• Lack of sleep 

Very often stress results from an accumulation of many different pressures, which build up gradually without us noticing. If you

can identify why you’re feeling stressed, it will be easier to address the cause and manage your stress appropriately.

What are some tips to handle stress?

1. Take time for self-care.

Start with the basics, like sleep, healthy food and down time. Getting enough sleep is good for your brain and body, and helps

you feel energised, stay focused and protect your mental health. Turn all screens off an hour before bed and charge all devices

outside of your bedroom. Eat nutritional snacks that keep you going, such as fruit/nuts/dairy, etc. Taking time to enjoy creative

activities that keep you from dwelling on or stressing over school pressures can go far in decreasing your stress levels. Remember

to get some exercise every day as this helps you to keep focused and energetic. Keeping fit and staying active can help you to

sleep better, manage stress and boost your mood. Spending time with friends and family (including pets) can really strengthen

your mental health and wellbeing. Say no to things you won't be able to handle.

2. Learn to change your thinking/ self-talk.

Challenge negative thinking patterns, by coming up with specific examples to counter the stressful thoughts. Ask yourself the

following questions to challenge your self-talk: “What is the evidence that this thought is true?” “What would I tell a friend if she

had thought that?” “What is the worst thing that can happen?” and “If it did happen, what can I do?” Don't catastrophise and

don’t keep talking about how stressed out you are.

3. Take assignments one step at a time and timetable your study.

Break down your work into manageable, bite-sized portions that feel less overwhelming than looking at the big picture. If you

have an essay to write that’s making you feel anxious, list the individual steps that lead to the destination of the essay being

finished and the task will begin to feel less daunting. List what you have going on, and how much time each is going to take.

What's the best way to cope with NAPLAN?

Remind yourself that you take tests all the time and this is just one more. Nothing bad can happen other than getting information

to get the help that you need. It is important to remember that NAPLAN is not about passing or failing, but about assessing

learning progress. No one test will define who you are and what you are capable of.

Here are some helpful ideas to consider when preparing for the NAPLAN test: • Approach NAPLAN with a positive attitude. • Get perspective and try your best. • Help yourself to relax. Simple techniques like taking three deep breathes and having a

drink of water. • Prepare for the day. Having a good nights sleep and a good breakfast will help you to

concentrate and try your best.

- Linda (school counsellor)

I am at school on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and my

room is upstairs in the Sophia Centre. You can email me

for an appointment, knock on my door or ask at the office.

You don’t need parental permission and it is confidential.

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ACTIVITIES

COLOUR IN, CUT OUT FOR A SPECIAL MAY DECORATION

MOTHERS DAY GIFT IDEAS

Spa In A Jar:

Fill an old jar with

beauty products;

tweezers, nail polish,

scrubs, wipes, filers,

soaps and more, for

the perfect

pampering product.

Sweet Treats:

Bake some treats -

cookies, cakes,

pastries or others -

and place them in a

decorated box for a

delightful, tasty gift.

Poem or Message:

Write a special poem

or message for your

Mum, and decorate

it in a frame for a

personalised and

creative present.

Pot Plant:

Purchase a pot and

some seedlings, to

gift your Mum with a

plant for her to grow.

Decorate the pot

with art, ribbon and

paint.

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ACTIVITY PAGE NOTE:

CREATIVE COMPETITIONS: - Prizes will be available - Judging will be done by the

Curriculum Leaders and Mrs

Nolan. - If you win, you can enter again,

however, the entry must be new

and different to the winning

entry. - You can enter as many entires as

you'd like. - Those who don't win may enter

their old entry (although it's

recommended you create

something new).

PRIZE: $5 Canteen Voucher

ACTIVITIES: - Answers will be released in the

next edition of The Little

Lauramont.

- If you have a suggestion for a

new activity, email the newspaper

address.

ACTIVITIES

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