FROM THE PRINCIPAL
This week I had the pleasure of being a 'Shark' in the Shark Tank Class activity in Year 10 HaSS. In small groups, students were tasked with pitching their business idea to the Sharks in an attempt to secure investment in their 'companies'. I was impressed with the amazing business ideas presented - Fitness Centres, Hair and Beauty Salons, Memory Swiping Glasses and the Tazebo - an all in one furniture and gazebo solution! Our economy is in good hands for the future. Thanks to Ms Clothier and Ms Adams for supporting these students with such an engaging assessment task.
On Monday I was thrilled to attend the ACT Year 10 Excellence Awards, where three of our amazing students were recognised for their great work. They received the following awards from Education Minister Berry:
- Tobey K received the award for Successful Lifelong Learner
- Brittney M received the award for Confident and Creative Individual
- Gladis A (absent) received the award for Active and Informed Member of the Community
On Thursday night we also invited our incoming Year 7 students to their first High School Disco, where they were able to meet and mingle with their 2023 classmates. A massive thank you to Ms De Costa for her enormous efforts in making sure the students are well prepared for high school.
A reminder that Monday is the final pupil free day for 2022 for all ACT Public Schools.
Have a great weekend (hopefully we get to experience some sunshine)!
Steve
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IMPORTANT DATES
Monday 28 November
Friday 2 December
- Year 10 Walkout Breakfast and Assembly
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ACT BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
On Tuesday 22 November, our 9/10 girls basketball team travelled to Belconnen Basketball Stadium to compete in the School Sport ACT Basketball Championships as a result of progressing through from the Southside Regionals.
It was a tough start to the day, having only four players as we came up against Lyneham High School. The girls did well to slog it out for the full game, but unfortunately going down 23 points to 6.
In game two we came up against Alfred Deakin, who edged us out by a point in the Southside Grand Final a few weeks ago. Despite some great individual defensive and offensive efforts from our players, Deakin ran away with the win by 12 points.
Our last round game was against Belconnen High School, winners of the Northside Regional Competition, who displayed excellent sportsmanship by lending us a couple of their players so our girls could rotate and get some much needed rest throughout the game.
The girls lifted and played more true to their style, making Belconnen work very hard both on attack and defence. Unfortunately it wasn’t enough, Belconnen edging away in the final minutes to win 28-21.
Our last game of the day was back up against Alfred Deakin in a third/fourth place play-off game. While Deakin started off strongly, the team never gave up and the game was sent into overtime as scores were level at full time. It wasn’t to be though, with Deakin winning the game by a few points at the end of overtime.
Congratulations to all the girls who participated on Tuesday, as well as those who helped get the team to the ACT Championships but who were unable to play on the day.
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YEAR 6 TRANSITION DISCO
On Thursday night we welcomed our incoming Year 7 2023 students for a Disco. It was a great night filled with lots of fun, food and of course dancing.
A big thanks to all the Year 9 mentors and Calwell High staff that organised and supported the event, it was a blast. We’re looking forward to welcoming all our new students to Calwell High next year.
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Hello Parents, Carers and Friends
Our next P&C meeting will be an informal one. We will be gathering at the Canberra Southern Cross Club at Tuggeranong at 6.00pm on WEDNESDAY 30 November (note change from our usual Thursday meetings) for an end of year relaxed dinner.
The event will be self-catering i.e. order and pay for your own meals and drinks. Could you please RSVP to calwellhighpandc@gmail.com by Monday 28 November so that we can book tables with the club. See you on the 30th!
Geoff Puleston, P&C President calwellhighpandc@gmail.com
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CALWELL HIGH SCHOOL WORKING BEE - SAVE THE DATE!
Friday 9 December 3.30-5.00pm
Help us spruce up the gardens and get them ready for summer! BYO wheelbarrow, shovel and rake (if you can), otherwise just bring yourselves. Food and drinks will be provided to our hard workers.
Meet us at the back of the school on the basketball courts. Questions? Email CHS P&C at calwellhighpandc@gmail.com
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HELP WITH THE COST OF SCHOOLING AND EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
All ACT public schools can help families meet the costs of schooling or everyday essentials – such as personal hygiene products including sanitary hygiene items, school uniform items, book packs and stationery, school excursions, camps, transport and enrichment activities.
Part of public education’s important objective is making access to education more equitable for all students, regardless of personal circumstances. If you are experiencing a situation that affects your ability to meet the costs of schooling or everyday essentials for your child, we encourage you to talk to us. Families who are looking for help with the costs of schooling can:
- talk to the school principal or other staff member about their situation
- have a relative, caseworker, friend or advocate make contact on your behalf
- contact the Education Directorate ETDStudentWellbeing@act.gov.au.
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ACT YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL NOMINATIONS
Nominations to join the ACT Youth Advisory Council (the Council) are now open. The Council provides young people aged 12 to 25 who have different life experiences and backgrounds with a voice on the issues that matter to them. Council members give advice to the Minister for Education and Youth Affairs, Ms Yvette Berry and advocate for the needs and interests of young people in the ACT.
Young people who are enthusiastic, passionate and committed are encouraged to apply. Nominations close on Friday 16 December 2022. For more information and to apply, contact Youth InterACT on 6205 3064 or go to Youth Advisory Council - Community Services.
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