FROM THE PRINCIPAL
The end of term has raced around very quickly and we are extremely grateful to have been able to complete an uninterrupted term.
This week I enjoyed getting into classes and seeing the amazing skill of our students. In particular, I attended Ms Walsh's Digital Photography class, where students enjoyed exploring the skill of editing photos and embedding them in another location around the world. This 'Fakecation' was completed by the students using the application Photopea.
The results were eye opening in regards to how images can be manipulated and influence the viewer. I look forward to seeing some of these student's work as they embark on careers in the media industry in the not too distant future.
Thanks to the Board and P&C Members that attended our meetings on Thursday evening. It was great to be able to share some of the progress staff and students have made over the past two terms.
We also enjoyed Jersey Day on Friday, where students and staff came dressed in their favourite team colours to raise awareness for the cause of organ donation in our community. There was lots of lime green!
Have a great weekend and enjoy the increasing sunshine!
Steve
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IMPORTANT DATES
Monday 19 September
- AFP ThinkUKnow Presentations, Years 7/8 and Years 9/10
Wednesday 21 September
- Project Rockit Incursion, Year 8
Thursday 22 September
Friday 23 September
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ACT TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS
On Tuesday, a team of 16 Calwell High School students participated in the ACT Track and Field Championships at the AIS. Conditions were excellent and all our athletes demonstrated determination and courage throughout the day.
It is an amazing achievement for these students to have qualified from the school carnival, to the Southside Regional Carnival and ultimately to the ACT Championships and all should be very proud.
A special congratulations needs to be given for two of our students who placed in the top three for their events;
Caleb SY10 – First in Shot Put and third in Discus
Ana-Ruta V Y10 – Third in Javelin
Well done to all participants – you’ve done Calwell High School proud!
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AUSTRALIAN HISTORY COMPETITION
Last term, a number of our students participated in the largest history competition in Australia. We would like to acknowledge the achievements of the following students:
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Year 7
Kai C
Amram E - Merit
Owen J - Merit
Lucy J - Distinction
Lucy M
Jabina S – Merit
Year 8
Ifaz A
Nicholas G – Credit
Fritz-Chico G
Aiden K – Credit
Arijana M
Hannah M – Merit
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Year 9
Isaak B – Credit
Jayde H – Credit
Year 10
Ifaf A
Ashley G
Toney K – Credit
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BLACK DOG INSTITUTE MENTAL HEALTH SEMINAR
In Week 9, Year 7 were fortunate to have the Black Dog Institute visit Canberra to present a special session on mental health fitness. Students were part of a seminar that discussed strategies to strengthen your body and brain to overcome stress.
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WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY
World Suicide Prevention Day raises awareness of suicide and promotes action to reduce the number of suicides globally.
At Calwell High school several of our wellbeing staff are trained in to recognise when somebody may be at risk of suicide and to work with individuals and families to create a plan to support their immediate safety.
Communities can play a critical role in suicide prevention
Free Suicide Prevention Online Course:
If someone close to you was suicidal, would you know what to do?
Learn the 3 steps anyone can take to save a life.
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer - the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
QPR suicide prevention training will teach you to:
- Identify warning signs that someone may be thinking about suicide
- Confidently ask if someone is thinking about suicide
- Connect them to appropriate support
Sign up to complete QPR online.
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Our ACT Career Tools site now has an active Job Board where we are posting a range of employment opportunities for students.
There are casual/part time jobs, apprenticeships and traineeships and full time jobs for school leavers. We will soon be posting scholarship opportunities for young people too. You will find jobs and scholarships under the “Students” tab and the Careers team will provide regular updates to these pages.
Every student at Calwell has access to the many features of Career Tools and an email has been sent to each of them with information on how to get started. The website can be located at https://www.calwellhighcareers.com/ and please don't hesitate to email me at Andrew.rowe@ed.act.edu.au if you have any further questions.
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Hello Parents, Carers and Friends
At the P&C meeting last night, various external funding opportunities were discussed, as well as how the P&C could broker/facilitate these for the school's benefit. Throughout each year there are programs of ACT Government grants, corporate and individual grants that are available to assist schools. The P&C is working with our school on the best ways to move forward with this. More information to come.
Geoff Puleston P&C President calwellhighpandc@gmail.com
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The University of Canberra invites students and families to learn more about the Accelerated Pathways Program (H Courses) and application process. The Zoom event is at 6.00pm on Tuesday 18 October (Week 2, Term 4). Register for University of Canberra Accelerated Pathways Program Information Night.
In 2023, Year 11 students will have the opportunity to study Anatomy and Physiology, Creative Writing, Politics and Democracy, Psychology, Digital Design and Communication, and Environmental Challenges. For more information about the program, visit Accelerated Pathways Program - University of Canberra or contact the program coordinator at amym.smith@act.gov.au.
Contact Amy Smith on amym.smith@act.gov.au.
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CANBERRA ACADEMY OF LANGUAGES
The Canberra Academy of Languages provides an avenue for students to study their preferred languages for senior secondary credits, in cases where these languages are not available to study at their secondary colleges.
We are registered with the ACT Board of Secondary Studies as a specialist education provider. We will hold our next online information evening via Google Meet from 6 pm on Thursday 22 September 2022 for students interested in commencing studies with us next year. To register for the session and to receive a link for the meeting, interested participants should email info@cal.act.edu.au.
Canberra Academy of Languages
T: 02 6152 9140
W: https://CAL.act.edu.au
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CALWELL LITTLE ATHLETICS
Calwell Little Athletics Club has now opened registrations for 2022/2023.
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YWCA CANBERRA YOUTH PROGRAMS
Get in contact for more information:
www.ywca-canberra.org.au
youth@ywca-canberra.org.au
02 6185 2090
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ACT SPRING HOLIDAY CRICKET CAMPS
The team at AAS Cricket Coaching are excited to announce our upcoming ACT Spring Holiday Cricket Camps from 3-5 October 2022.
Catering to ages 6-16, our school holiday cricket programs include access to:
- A structured & enjoyable program delivered in a fun, team-based learning environment
- Coaching covering all aspects of the game including batting, fast & slow bowling, fielding, running between wickets and wicket-keeping
- Technical, tactical & game sense tuition
- Qualified & experienced coaches
Please note that clinic size is limited to ensure an appropriate player to coach ratio. Players will be grouped according to age and skill level.
All programs will be held at Reid Oval (corner of Euree Street & Limestone Avenue) from 9:00am to 3pm each day. After hours care may be available for an additional charge on request.
Register before Sept 15 to receive 10% off. Just use the code SPRING10 at the checkout! Book online today at https://linktr.ee/activeallsports.
For any enquiries, please contact Holly Halford-Smith on 0400 125 342 or activeallsports@outlook.com.
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