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KEITH AREA SCHOOL No. 2 of Term 1, 1st March 2017

KAS Values:

Tolmer Tce Keith SA 5267 P: 08 8755 1177 F: 08 8755 1618 E: [email protected] ACHIEVE - COURAGE - COOPERATE - RESPECT

From the Leadership Team Welcome to our latest edition of our newsletter. It is hard to believe we are nearly at the halfway mark of the term. What a great start we’ve had too. I want to acknowledge the work of our teachers who have put many many hours into setting up classrooms and quality learning programs for our students. The year has started strong and I have been very impressed with our students, their enthusiasm for learning and effort thus far. Keep it up. Governing Council: A big thankyou to all who attended the recent Governing Council AGM. We had a great turnout and certainly one of the biggest in recent years. 2017 Governing Council Parent Representatives are Janette Evans, Brad Edson, Nikki Harris, Miles Hannemann and newly elected Parent Representatives are Penny Moorhouse, Peta Kellock and Matt Fiebig. Our Student Representative is Lily Forrest, staff representatives are Alicia Keatley and Jen Culley and our Community Representatives are Rohan Austin and Mel Llewellyn. A big thankyou to all parents who nominated to be on Governing Council, your support for our students and school is very appreciated. A big thankyou must go to our retiring Governing Council members, some of whom have been on the Governing Council for many years. Retiring members include Tracy Richman, Fiona Wilkinson, Mark Bunnett and Rosie Kuchel. A HUGE thanks to all of them for their support for our school and their volunteer work on Governing Council. STEM: An update on the STEM Works project. The concept plans and drawings which have been developed by the architect have been costed and last week we received notification that they have been approved by DECD. The next stage is for us to take the concept drawings and develop the ‘fine print’ and designs. We’re very excited to see this project move forward.

Diary dates Term 1, 2017

March        

1st March SSSSA Swimming 2nd March Sports Day 3rd March Pupil Free Day 10th—11th March Year 12 Drama camp 13th March Adelaide Cup Public Holiday 17th March SAPSASA Swimming 21st March F—12 assembly at 2:15pm 23rd March USE Interschool Athletics

April       

4th April School Photos 5th April SAPOL Year 11 9am 7th April SSSSA Athletics 10th—12th March Year 9 Aquatics camp 11th F—7 Easter Seminar 13th April last day of school 14th April Good Friday Public Holiday

Term 2, 2017

May  10th May 8—12 USE Football/Netball trails at 1:45pm, Coonalpyn.  16th May USE X-Country and Touch Football, Meningie  24th May 8—12 Assembly  26th May F—7 Assembly at 9:05am  29th May Pupil Free Day  31st May Oakbank SSSSA X-Country

June

Meningococcal B Vaccinations: Recently the media have been advertising free Meningococcal B vaccinations to Year 10 -12 students. At Keith Area School, we have agreed to be involved in this University of Adelaide study, which is collecting data about Meningococcal B.This study allows our students to obtain vaccination against Meningococcal B for free, instead of paying for the vaccine. Students in Years 10-12 have received their vaccination forms and are asked to return these to the school as soon as possible. FEEDBACK At Keith Area School we value the input that we receive from parents and community members. If you would like to provide the school with some feedback there are many ways that you can get in touch with us. In person, speaking to a teacher, leader or another staff member. You can also provide us valuable feedback in writing in a letter or emailing [email protected].

 6th June University Expo in Keith and University Parent information Session  12th June Public Holiday—Queens Birthday  20th June F—12 Assembly at 2:15pm  26th—30th June Year 10 Careers Camp  26th—30th June Year 11 Exams

July  3rd July 7th July Year 10—11 Work Experience  7th July Year 8—10 USE mixed Netball  7th July Last day of term

Leaders

SACE We talk about SACE and students completing their SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education) through achieving good results in their Year 12 subjects. A number of our students also complete their SACE through work based programs, called School Based Apprenticeships (SBA) or Vocational Education and Training (VET). This year we have a number of students who have taken up the opportunity of school based apprenticeships and VET programs and this involves students working and studying to complete a certificate in their chosen career pathway. Some students go out to work one day a week, while others complete online training, as well as work placements, to support their learning. Many of these students have taken up employment with local businesses and we are grateful for their support to help our students achieve their goals. There are some rules around setting up these programs, in relation to funding and students completing their SACE. If you would like to know more about this as a parent or student, or are an employer looking to set up a School Based Apprenticeship, please make an appointment with Mrs Keatley to talk through this further.

Lions Youth Of The Year It was an absolute pleasure to attend the public speaking part of the Lions Youth Of The Year last Tuesday whereby 13 of our Year 12 students gave a 5 minute public speech on a topic of their choice. I can honestly say, the level of quality and polish delivered was simply outstanding. All students were brilliant and were great ambassadors for our school. I received many positive comments on the night from judges and other members of the audience. They’ve made us very proud. A big congratulations to Anna Crafter for winning the public speaking part of the competition and to Ellie Jones for winning overall. Ellie will now go onto the zone competition in the next couple of weeks. Good luck Ellie!. A big thankyou to our Year 12 English Teacher Mrs Tanya Allen for the tremendous support and coaching she has provided, thanks Tanya! Mr O’Connor

Interschool Swimming Carnival—Results Correction Apologies to Ella Simpson and Siobhan Evans whose results were mixed up in the last newsletter. Our Senior winner for the carnival was Ella Simpson - quite the accolade for our Year 9 star. The runner up was Siobhan Evans. Congratulations to both girls and all the swimmers on the day. Such a fantastic and well run day!

Welcome to all our new teachers Hi! My name is Tanya Allen, and I'm a recycled "new" teacher. I have lived on our family farm at Willalooka since 1991 with my husband Anthony. We have two amazing children called James and Georgie. I've worked at KAS since 2001, but have recently spent two years recharging my brain back at university. Proving that you're never too old to learn, I have just completed my Master of Applied Theatre Studies via Distance Education with University of New England, and I'm very keen to continue stretching my grey matter with more study in the future. I can truly say that I loved every second of it, and have developed and honed my skills in theatre practice, community cultural development practice, dramatic theory, creative and academic writing. I'm enjoying working with young people again in secondary Drama and English, and sharing all my new knowledge with them. Hi, My name is Chelsea Watts and I grew up in nearby town Kaniva, moved to Adelaide then Ballarat post schooling, where I completed a Bachelor of Education (Physical Education). I returned to Kanvia College to teach PE, VCAL, Health, Agriculture and Outdoor Educations for 4 years before being employed by Keith Area School as an Agriculture/Home Economics Teacher. My husband works at Tatiara Truck and Trailers and we live in Bordertown on a small hobby farm, where we are dabbling with some farming. My big loves are gardening and travel. But also enjoy swimming, playing hockey, reading and fitness and swimming instruction. I don’t have children, but have a number of fur children which keep me plenty busy. I am looking forward to meeting more parents of the school and community members. Keith Area School has welcomed me warmly; I am enjoying learning about each of our students and meeting new work colleagues.

Students

Welcome to all our new teachers My name is Leigh Wade and I am excited to begin teaching year 6/7 at Keith Area School this year. I have moved to Keith from Townsville where I spent the past two years working as a Secondary teacher. I live in Keith with my partner (who is a teacher in Bordertown) and our dog, Tessa. I grew up in Victoria and I worked on several orchards and dairy farms before going to university in Tasmania. I am a passionate Western Bulldogs supporter and look forward to seeing them achieve back to back premierships this year (sorry Crows fans). South Australia is the fourth state I have lived in and so far I am really enjoying it (especially the 10 cent refund on cans). Keith Area School is a great environment to be part of and I have been made very welcome by my colleagues, students and parents. I look forward to being involved in the community and meeting new people, so feel free to come and say g’day.

Hi, my name is Sarina Weyland and I am originally from Murray Bridge. I have previously taught at Cobdogla Primary School, Modbury West Primary School and Mypolonga Primary School. I have also had experience in teaching in the APY Lands, Indonesia and Ecuador. I am really looking forward to my time here in Keith.

Hi all, I’m Kate Spowart and some of you may recognise me from when I taught here in 2014. It’s great to be back at KAS again! This year I’m teaching years 8-11 English and year 12 Research Project. Since leaving Keith I embraced the Kimberley lifestyle while teaching in Kununurra, WA for 12 months. It was a challenging yet rewarding experience, made all the better after being able to visit a new waterfall every weekend! After that I spent 12 months in Leeton, NSW with my family, teaching at a number of schools. I’m excited for what 2017 will bring and I’m very much looking forward to meeting more parents and getting involved in the community.

Hi, I’m Nathan Hughes. I first started teaching back in 2009. I am excited to be teaching Design and Technology this year at Keith Area School. I’m from the North Eastern suburbs of Adelaide, where prior to KAS I was relief teaching at Charles Campbell College. I have a background in building construction technologies. I have a passion for all things technology, with an interest in media, art and design. The focus on Tech. this year will be on collaborative groups and community effort rather than individual gains and rewards. Please feel free to contact me via email: [email protected]. Thanks.

My name is Jacob Curnow. I was born and bred in Adelaide, obtained my degree from the University of South Australia, taught in metropolitan secondary schools and have now been appointed to Keith Area School. I'm looking forward to teaching Secondary Mathematics and Physical Education this year, as well as organising Aquatics Camp late in the term.

A big hello to everyone, My name is Sophie Ansell and I am very excited to be the Year 2/3 teacher this year. I may be a familiar face to some, having taught alongside Jen Culley and Janine Vickery with the Year 6/7 last year. I have pervious teaching experience in the Murraylands as well as overseas (both in Cambodia and Indonesia). I look forward to living in the community and meeting some of you.

SRC Induction Assembly

Junior House Captains: Back Row L—R: Thomas, Sophie, Henry, Holly, Millie, Levi and Joe Front Row L –R: Jemimah, Abby, Jake, Tom and Georga.

Primary SRC Leaders: Back Row L– R: George, Hamish, Ethan, Georgia and Abby Middle Row L—R: Charlie, Mitch, Bethany, Chloe, William and Kelcie. Front Row L—R: Levi, Leila, Henry, Pippa, Dexy, Isabel and Joe.

Senior House Captains: Back Row L—R: Lachie, Kyle, Joe, Seb, Cameron, Mitch and Jack. Front Row L—R: Ella, Mary, Lily, Tilly, Ellie and Nicole

Senior SRC Leaders: Back Row L—R: Tilly, Jack, Joe and Jessica. Middle Row L—R: Lily, Nicole, Kheeli, Georgia and Ellie Front Row L—R: Caitlin, Megan, Macy, Charlotte, Rafferty and Connor.

F—7 Assembly

Junior Primary Merit Award Winners: Back Row L—R: Henry, Hugo, Angus, Charlotte and William Front Row L—R: Pippa, Aria, Levi and Belinda and Hunter

Primary Merit Award Winners: Back Row L—R: Jack, Tyson, Belinda, Miley, Meg, Zanna, Nash and Morris Front Row L—R: Charlie, Sarah, Ella, Porsha, Phoebe, Eva, Bethany and Harry

Congratulations to all our award winners! Upper Primary Merit Award Winners: Back Row L—R: Lachlan, Jemimah and Georga. Front Row L—R: Jordan, Levi, Riley, Jessica and Bella

Community News

Interschool Swimming On Tuesday 21st February, KAS competed in the annual Upper South East Interschool Swimming Carnival. We have experienced great success at this event in the past and were looking forward to more in 2017. The day was off to a shaky start and unfortunately had to be delayed due to some technical difficulties (no chairs, tables or PA system), but once we were underway, we made up the difference quickly. There were lots of strong results coming out of the pool with many Keith students out in front. This resulted in another high score for the team and we came out on top in the overall points shield for the 11th year in a row! Unfortunately we were unable to take home any of the handicap awards at the end of the day (continued punishment for our consistent success). We did; however, have many individual award winners on the day with Jed Smith, Taya Woodall, George Campbell, Dayna Richman and Ella Simpson all taking out the top award for their age group. Well done to such an outstanding group of swimmers, you made your school proud. A big thank you to all our parent helpers on the day who did an outstanding job once again. Next year it is our turn to host the event so hopefully we can look forward to even more success in 2018. Mr Lamont Secondary Sports Coordinator Swimmer of the Meet Sub Junior

Girls Ella Swan M

Sub Junior

Boys Jed Smith KE

Junior

Taya Woodall KE

Junior

George Campbell KE

Intermediate

Dayna Richman KE

Intermediate

Ben Schafer M

Senior

Ella Simpson KE

Senior

Jai Ling M

Overall Raw Scores (Outright Shield)

School Keith Coomandook Meningie Tintinara

Points 1777 1547 1288 1228

Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Overall Handicap Shield

School

Points

Place

Meningie

1822.7

2nd

Coomandook Keith Tintinara

1889.4 1777 1731.7

1st 3rd 4th

Pennants Sub Junior - Coomandook Junior - Coomandook Intermediate - Tintinara Senior - Meningie

Students

A Very Successful Start to 2017

2017 got off to a very positive start for all our students. Primary students embraced our ‘Setting Up For Success’ program during the first week of the new school year. We know it is vital that all students develop good routines, attitudes and work habits from Day 1 and each group of students spend quality time setting up safe and positive learning environments that engage, challenge and empower every student to flourish. So, for one week, there was no homework, readers, subject teaching, formal assessments or testing. We were totally committed to these important goals. Our Setting Up For Success Program was centred around six key components—  The Me I Know  Working Collaboratively  Respectful Relationships  My Brain & Learning with a Growth Mindset  Code of Conduct & Expectations  Rules and Routines We celebrated our successful start with parents at a special assembly in Week 2. Every class shared something that demonstrated some of their learning during the program. The program was a huge success. Teachers are observing students applying their Setting Up For Success learning as they resume their regular timetables. Well done everybody! Sally Lush

Wellbeing Coordinator

From Wellbeing team

It Starts with Respect Respect is the core value of a civil society: and that’s also the core value in every healthy, functioning family I’ve ever worked with. by Michael Grose The public debate following the incident where two Melbourne private school students were suspended for asking students to vote for the ‘Slut of 2016’ has been almost as concerning as the incident itself. While most people via traditional media and social media have expressed outrage and disgust for the students’ grubby postings there has also been a number who’ve defended the students suggesting that we’re going overboard with the condemnation. A theme emerged in their defence along these lines: “Hey, It’s tough being a boy! They’re just going through a phase! They didn’t know they were doing anything wrong! Boys after all, will be boys!” This is an echo of Eddiegate, when Collingwood president Eddie Maguire famously suggested that he would pay $50,000 to see journalist Caroline Wilson stay under a pool of iced water and then describing her as “like a black widow” spider. Later this was brushed off as just having a bit of fun, no harm intended. “No one surely takes this seriously It’s only a bit of fun. Lighten up everyone. This is political correctness gone mad. Boys after all, will be boys!”

Well no! ‘Boys will be boys; it’s only a bit of fun, no real harm meant’ are the types of outmoded attitudes that need to change.

As an ambassador for the national ‘Stop it before it starts’ campaign, which aims to reduce violence against women and children I’m convinced that the cycle of violence starts with disrespect.

Respect starts at home

Not all disrespectful behaviour towards women ends in violence. But all violence against women starts with disrespectful behaviour.

Here are three ideas and attitude of respect at home:

As parents we have an incredible power to shape positively children’s attitudes and behaviours, including how they treat others.

1. Start by insisting that siblings treat each other well. Encourage both genders to resolve conflict and disputes using low power methods such as talking things through; give and take and apologising. 2. Socialise your sons. It’s easy to excuse boy’s aggressive behaviour as part of being a boy. Yes, their physiology may mean they are more prone to handle disputes physically but that doesn’t mean we accept that. Model for your sons how to resolve disputes in a civil and civilised way.

And disrespectful attitudes often start at home. Sometimes without realising it we can say and do things that make children and young people think disrespectful and aggressive behaviours are acceptable. We do this when we play down boy’s disrespectful behaviour toward a sibling; accept aggression as just part of being a boy; and even blaming girls for provoking aggression or disrespectful behaviour.

3. Put respect on the agenda. Healthy families talk about the things that matter to them. If respect matters then you need to hold conversations around disrespectful behaviours – whether they occur in the family or outside. Be willing to listen to children’s and young people’s views but also to challenge views that are questionable.

Respect is the core value of a civil society ; and that’s also the core value in every healthy, functioning family I’ve Gradually, boys and girls start to believe ever worked with. that disrespect is just a normal part of growing up.