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RESPECT      SELF-DISCIPLINE      ACHIEVEMENT      COURAGE
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
WEEK 1

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

This week, our school term started with a burst of enthusiasm and determination. It was wonderful to observe our students immersed in their learning, making the most of the support given to them. We are fortunate to have an amazing team of LSAs and Youth Support Workers who, each day, work across our school supporting many students to achieve their social and academic goals.

Our recent Parent-Teacher evenings trialled a combination of both online and face-to-face meetings. Your feedback on what worked best for your family would be greatly appreciated. If you couldn't attend, we're still interested in understanding the reasons why.

In preparation for next Thursday's evening show, our Dance Fest students have been meticulously perfecting their performances, and we extend our best wishes to them for the upcoming week.

A special thank you to the students and families who have embraced Flexible Learning Time including the 20% of students learning from home on Wednesday afternoons. For those seeking additional support in their subjects, students can reach out to UC tutors or our dedicated staff on Wednesday afternoons for academic assistance.

As we embark on this term, we look forward to a series of exciting celebrations and wish our Year 10 students the best for their final weeks of high school.

Have a wonderful spring weekend.

Trish

IMPORTANT DATES
Monday 16 October
  • Outdoor Ed Erindale Pool
Tuesday 17 October
  • Homework Club, Break 2 
  • Outdoor Ed Erindale Pool
Wednesday 18 October
  • On Country Learning
Thursday 19 October
  • Homework Club, Break 2 and After School
  • Breakfast Club
  • Dance Fest
  • ACT Beach Volleyball
Friday 20 October
  • Breakfast Club

FACULTY UPDATES
ON COUNTRY LEARNING (OCL)
Our first session for OCL for Term 4 was heralded by spectacular weather and even better company. We spent the morning talking about our expectations, goals and getting to know each other.  After a beautifully cooked lunch (cooked and cleaned by the students), we walked up to windmill hill, collecting sticks along the way.

There we learnt a bit about fires and the crew built their own. We were able to light most fires with a flint and steel which was a big challenge for most! The afternoon was spent cooking damper over our fires and chatting amongst ourselves. a wonderful introduction and first session for our On Country Learning group for Term 4.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNING

CONNECTION CLUBS
CAFE CLUB
The first Café Club of the term was very busy as many of the staff indulged in a Week 1 treat. The students however have their system down pat and everyone was served in a speedy fashion. Well Done!

LIBRARY UPDATE
Over the next few weeks, new library books will be available for students. I would encourage students to come into the library, browse and borrow. Students may borrow up to ten books at a time for two weeks.

There are so many studies relating to the improvement of literacy through regular reading. In addition, benefits from reading fiction also include developing empathy, imagination, and critical thinking. This can have a significant impact on academic achievement for students.
The layout of the library was changed earlier in the year and now provides two teaching areas for classes. It is great to see teachers and classes taking advantage of the new spaces.

Lyn Spry
Teacher Librarian

P&C NEWS
Hello Parents, Carers and Friends

Our P&C is affiliated with the ACT Council of P&C Associations, who provide great support for parents on a range of topics. A particularly good resource is the Council’s website section on “Help for Parents” – it’s really worth a look at https://www.actparents.org.au/index.php/resources-for-parents#health. There is a wide range of helpful topics, with links that you can drill down on to find out more.

P.S. Join us on Saturday 14 October at the school for an excellent Democracy Sausage or two! 

Geoff Puleston, Calwell High School P&C President       
calwellhighpandc@gmail.com

CAREERS AND STUDENT PATHWAYS
FULL TIME AND SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIPS IN HEAVY VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY
The Australian Training Company (ATC) would like to bring to your attention the roles that Transport Canberra is expected to have available next year for Full time and School based Apprenticeships in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology. The full time Apprenticeship positions are as advertised thought Transport Canberra and City Services as per below…
 
Applications should be submitted as per the process outlined in the website
http://www.jobs.act.gov.au/jobs/transport-canberra-and-city-services/temporary/apps05,-several
 
Transport Canberra will also have School Based Apprenticeships available in the same qualification. The roles would be open to candidates that are currently in year 10 or 11 (2023) for a 2024 ASBA placement, at one of Tuggeranong or Belconnen Bus maintenance depots.
 
Suitable candidates will have…
  • A genuine interest in mechanics
  • Have good time management skills
  • Undertake and competently completed trade training in accordance with the apprenticeship requirements
  • Have good communication skills
  • Work comfortably in a team
  • Be an Australian resident or Citizen
  • Pass a police check
Interested Candidates should contact Josh Straub of The Australian Training Company on jstraub@austrg.com.au or call on 0447322475
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION PATHWAYS PROGRAM (WICPP)
The Australian Training Company (ATC) have their new intake for Women in Construction Pathways Program for 2024! They have information sessions coming up for the 2024 January intake for any students wanting to start an ASbA at the start of 2024.

If you are interested, please ask Andrew in the career's office for an EOI form which needs to be completed and emailed back to tgregory@austrg.com.au by COB 17 October. If you have any questions, please call Tom Gregory on 0411 285 440
CARPENTRY CAREERS EVENING
MBA is hosting another Carpentry Careers Evening.

DATE: Thursday 26 October 2023
TIME: 4:30pm to 6:00pm
VENUE: Master Builders ACT, 1 Iron Knob Street Fyshwick
COST: This session is free to attend, with registrations essential below.
https://mbaact.eventsair.com/october-carpentry-careers/register
INDIGENOUS ALLIED HEALTH AUSTRALIA SCHOOL- BASED APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION
Indigenous Allied Health Australia are currently undertaking recruitment for our 2024 – 2025 cohort of School-Based Apprentices. Please see the flyer below for information and ask Andrew in the career's office for an application form if you are interested.

SCHOOL NOTICES
LIONS CLUB FORMAL WEAR SHOPPING DAYS
14-15 October 2023

The Lions Club are holding formal wear shopping days on 14 and 15 October 2023 where students can shop for free. They have been collecting formal wear donations for the upcoming formal season and have a wide selection of 500 dresses – in various styles, colours and sizes – shoes, accessories and suits.

There will also be opportunities to see what other services are available for free or discounted.
TRANSPORT CANBERRA
If your child is catching the bus to school, please remember a new bus timetable is in place. There are some refinements to 14 school services to align with new bell times. Please check online to see if it affects your child.

All school students receive a discounted fare when using MyWay. Students are reminded to tap on and off to pay the cheapest fare.

Keep in touch
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The Transport Canberra website has a range of resources, maps and safety tips for students. Check out these helpful links:

COMMUNITY NOTICES
CALWELL LITTLE ATHLETICS CLUB
Its time to Run, Jump and Throw!
Calwell Little Athletics Club registrations are now open. Children 3yrs – 17yrs old are invited to come run, jump, & throw with us. The season starts with registration pack collection on Saturday 14 October. With our first Saturday club meeting starting at 8.00am Saturday 21 October at the Calwell playing fields.

U5 to U17- There is no standards or requirements athletes must meet to be able to participate in Little Athletics, meaning children of ALL abilities are more than welcome to join in. Athletes will participate in different running, jumping, throwing, and walking events on a week-to-week basis.

Come and Try days are available and you can register for these via the website https://littleaclac.wixsite.com/athletics or  https://registration.resultshq.com.au/CentreRegistration/FamilyDetails/405bf317-7f91-405a-bd37-e95bbc36125b
VIKINGS SUNDAY FUNDAY

Vikings Sunday Funday will be held on Sunday 5 November from 10.00am to 2.00pm at Viking Park. The event will showcase over 20 sports and visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to give all of them a red hot go!

Free jumping castles – however these are just for the kids – sorry grown ups!
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