BNSHS Newsletter 8th May 2024

From the Principal's Office

Bundaberg North SHS turns 50 this year.  We are very pleased to be welcoming back all 7 of the past Principals to our 50^th Anniversary Celebration on June 1^st.   Our founding Principal Mr Tom Dobson from 1974, will be coming to the celebration along with Mr Brian Rout, Mr Greg Johnson, Mrs Debbie Best,  Mrs Shirley Johnson and Mr Ross Robertson.  One Principal Stuart Cochrane, is unable to attend on the celebration day but is coming to see the school next week and will take a walk through the grounds and meet staff on Friday.  The organisation for the 50^th celebration and opening of the time capsule is in full swing and I thank those who have been assisting with the planning.  We are looking forward to welcoming many past students and staff back to North.  Please see our website for details.

Term 1 progress reports have now been issued to all students.  It is important to take time to check student progress in academic achievement, behaviour and effort and for students to setting new targets for Term 2.  I encourage parents to make Student Progress Conference bookings with teachers if they would like to discuss individual subject progress – Student Progress Conferences are being held Friday May 10 (1.30pm – 4.00pm).  We apologise for the change of day but hope that any previous bookings have been able to be rescheduled.  If you haven't yet booked, the link below will be open until lunchtime on Thursday 9th May.

STUDENT PROGRESS CONFERENCES

In Term 1, our school had its 4 yearly School Review.  The School Review report has now been received and the executive summary is on our website.  The School Review report plays an integral part and basis of our school’s next 4 year Strategic Plan.  The School Council, P&C, Leadership team, staff and students will be working on developing a new vision for North High and creating the Strategic Plan in semester 2 ready for the start of 2025.  As I mentioned at the end of term 1, I will be taking the leave at the end of this semester and a new Principal will be appointed.  The new Principal will lead the work in unpacking the School Review report and developing the vision for our future at North High.  This is an exciting time for North High.

Robyn Kent, Principal 

The Watson Report

Reach for the Sky / North Star Award ceremonies

Over the last two weeks we have recognised the outstanding achievements of our students. Last week the year 10 – 12 students and this week our year 7 – 9 students, who achieved either a Reach for the Sky award or North Star award or both! Well done to these students; you should be proud of your efforts! To achieve one of these awards, students have demonstrated commitment to their studies, and demonstrated the school values of respect, responsibility and safety. Check out the photos on our Facebook page of these amazing students!

Reward Day 1: Wednesday 22 May

Congratulations to the 116 students who have qualified for the first Reward Day on Wednesday 22 May. With high standards requiring students to have achieved a Reach for the Sky award and 90% actual attendance. Students have been asked to choose one of the following:

• Abseiling at Wyper Park
• Trip to Oaks Beach, Burnett Heads
• $5 Tuckshop voucher.

For students who choose abseiling or the beach trip, their parents/carers will be sent an electronic permission to complete. Exact times and items to bring etc, will be confirmed on the permission and to students through notices. We are looking forward to an exciting day! Any questions, please contact Mrs Watson on rwats34@eq.edu.au or 4130 0222.

GOTCHA CASH IN DAY – Term 2

Please note our GOTCHA CASH IN DAY is confirmed for Thursday 13 June. Students will need to pre-order with vouchers through their year level team: YLC / HOD. Items available include hot pies, sausage rolls and cans of soft drink. The hot pies will be especially ordered for the event from a local bakery!

Rebecca Watson, Deputy Principal 

Senior Schooling Report

Bundaberg Careers Expo

On Wednesday 8 May, we had the majority of our Year 10, 11 and 12 students attend the Bundaberg Careers Expo at the Multiplex. It had a wide variety of stall holders from universities and other training providers, to industry representatives from mining and manufacturing through to some of Bundaberg’s biggest employers..

Year 12 Trivia Night NEXT Thursday!

At Bundaberg North State High School, we are proud of our students and their willingness to help others. Specifically this year, the Senior cohort have embarked on a fundraising activity to assist Edon Place and their work with victims of domestic violence.  They are raising funds through a trivia night to be held at Bundaberg North State High School on Thursday 16 May 2024.

Funds raised through the participation fee of $5 per person and a continuous raffle at the event, will be donated to Edon Place. Funds raised from a small canteen will contribute to the Senior students’ formal in November this year.

Please get together a team of 6-10 people, book a table, bring some nibblies with you and enjoy a fun night of trivia! It would be advantageous to have a local as there will be one round on 50 years of Bundy North SHS!!

Book a table via QR code or below link.

Natalie Brandon, Deputy Principal 

Friday 5, Term 2 2024

Friday 5 - Students remaining at school until 3pm Term 2, 2024

Japanese students to visit North

Japanese Homestay EOI

Anthony Holt, HOD English/LOTE

School Immunisation Program 2024

Round 1 dates for the 2024 School Immunistation clincs have been set. Ozcare will be visiting Bundaberg North SHS on the following dates to provide this service as part of the National Immunisation Program and is free to all consenting families.  If you have not provided consent for your student to be immunised, they will not recieve vaccination on this day.  

Please ensure your student has a nutritious breakfast on the morning of the immunisation and they are well hydrated.

• Year 7 - Thursday 23rd May 2024
• Year 10 - Friday 24th May 2024 

Sport at North

Exciting Announcement - Sports Performance Rewards Trip

We are thrilled to announce a special rewards trip for our top-performing students in the Sports Performance Program! 

On Thursday, 11th of July, we will be heading down to Brisbane to watch the Dolphins take on the Rabbitohs at Kayo Stadium! 

This amazing opportunity will be for students who have been consistently meeting our school and program expectations, including excellent behaviour and effort.  Invitations will be sent out by the end of week 9.

Keep up the hard work, and you could be joining us for this thrilling match!

STEM trip to Maths Gallery and QUT

Students from the Year 10 LEAP class, and Year 11-12 Mathematics Methods classes discovered future STEM-related career paths on an overnight trip Thursday-Friday 18-19 April.  The bus’s first stop was at the newly founded Mathema Gallery at Ocean View where students were afforded a tour of the facilities by founder Dr Calvin Irons and explored the displays dedicated to the history and development of mathematics through different cultures over time.

After a short tour of the campus and a guided tour of Southbank by Mrs Hearn and Mr Duncan, students retired for the night at a hostel overlooking Brisbane city.  The following day the agenda consisted of using sensors to collect and analyse science data, developing a robotic arm and coding some robots to recycle waste at the QUT cube – one of the world’s largest interactive learning spaces.

Families interested in a similar opportunity over the winter school holidays may be interested in a 5-day immersive program for students at JCU Townsville called “Engineering Futures” more information is available through the following link 

Andrew Duncan, HOD STEM

Glencore 2025 Apprenticeship presentation

On the 7^th of May, year 12 students had the opportunity to attend the Glencore 2025 apprenticeship program presentation. Glencore is a global leader in natural resources, and is currently offering trade apprenticeships across its Australian Coal Operations, beginning in January 2025.

Students learnt about the available trade options, application and selection process, and what it would be like living a Glencore apprenticeship lifestyle. Glencore’s four-year apprenticeship program will allow students to develop skills, experience, and knowledge, and provide students with challenges and opportunities along the way. With onsite, offsite, TAFE training, apprentices interested in higher engineering qualifications will also have the opportunity to apply for an Engineering Traineeship at the end of their Apprenticeship Program. Successful students will have the opportunity to select their preferred state location and apprenticeship stream:

Queensland Coal Operations – Mackay and Emerald region

• Electrician (dual qualification) – Cert III Electrotechnology / Cert IV Engineering
• Diesel Mechanic/Fitter (dual trade) – Cert III Mobile Plant Mechanic / Cert III Mechanical Fitting
• Auto Electrician (dual trade) – Cert III Auto Electrical / Cert III Mobile Plant Mechanic
• Boiler Maker (dual trade) – Cert III Metal Fabrication / Cert III Mechanical Fitting
  

All students in year 12 were sent the link to apply if they are interested. Here is their brochure which was also emailed to all year 12 students. It is an excellent opportunity for our students!

Mark Monsen, Design Technology Teacher

Interschool Equestrian Event

Dates: June 19 (lessons) 20 & 21 (competition)

If your student loves riding and has their own horse, there is a great opportunity coming up to represent the school. This event is held at Maryborough showgrounds, if you do not have access to a float, another team member may be able to assist in transporting the horse. 

This event caters to all school year levels and encourages all riding levels including riders with a disability. Events include: Roping, Cowboy Racing, Cowboy Challenge, Working Equitation, Mechanical Cow, Led Class, Rider Class, Presentation, Dry Work, Barrels, Keyhole, Bending, Ranch Boxing (like Cutting but with less cattle) and Ranch Sorting. 

Nominations and information is available on nominate.com.au.

If your student is interested, please have them collect some info and a permission form from Miss Wilson in O Block staffroom. If you have more questions, please email alwil3@eq.edu.au.

Amy Wilson, Teacher 

P&C News

Our tuckshop is looking for volunteers. Please email Jacky our convenor if you are able to offer any help jburt144@eq.edu.au 

We are always looking for new Committee members. The P&C meets once each month to discuss matters of concern to the school and the school community.  If you would like to connect to the P&C but are not able to attend meetings in person, we are happy to have you join the meeting via Teams or phone.  Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month in the conference room in A Block and commence at 6:00pm.  You will find meeting dates on the school websites event calendar. 

www.facebook.com/bundabergnorthhighpandc

pandc@bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au

Mrs Shelley Hansen, P&C President 

P&C News

P&C ask for your uniform donations

My name is Shelly Hansen.  I am the President of the BNSHS P&C Association and I am seeking your help.  Sadly, there are students at our school whose families are not able to provide them with a uniform.  I would like to ask for your assistance by donating any items of North High uniform that your children no longer need.  The P&C try to support all requests for assistance but with your help we may be able to extend that support further.  

All uniform donations are greatly appreciated, and we thank you for the continued support of our school.  

Thank you for your help, Shelly Hansen, P&C President

Callout for volunteers

Can you volunteer some time either at home or in tuckshop?

We have some jobs for the tuckshop that could be completed at home such as cutting foil into squares, cutting burger paper (baking paper), putting labels on bags and more.

We also need assistance in our tuckshop. This can be a background position (not student facing). The jobs could include washing up, stocking fridges/ice cream freezer/spoons and helping with food preparation (cutting salads/fruit).

The main days needed are Tuesday and Thursday from 8am-12noon, but any amount of time from 1 to 4 hours would be extremely helpful.

We can also sign off on your Centrelink, work/volunteer forms.

If you think you could spare some time, please contact us via email – pandc@bundabergnorthshs.eq.edu.au

Shelly Hansen, P&C President 

QParents in 2025 at BNSHS

QParents is all about making parents’ lives easier. QParents is a safe, private app to help parents and caregivers manage important details about their child’s education. Once you are registered, you can sign in securely and- Make payments online- Check your student’s timetable, assessment calendar and report cards- Inform the school of your student’s past or future absence- See upcoming events- View enrolment details- Update your contact details.

From 2025, the school will be asking all parents to submit their consent for excursions through QParents. Click the link below for more information or contact the school to arrange for your unique invitation code to start your registration process.

You can watch the introductory video at the link below to learn more about QParents and how it can work for you.

QPARENTS INTRODUCTORY VIDEO

Containers for Change program

Bundaberg North SHS supports the Containers for Change program and raises money for student resources.  If you have empty bottles or cans and would like to donate them to North High we would be very grateful.   You can either bring them to school office and staff will give them to the Tuckshop or you can take them to one of the recycling depots and quote our school code – C10002160.  

Thank you for helping our school and the environment.

Stymie - #saysomething

What does Stymie do for young people?

Of every 30 young people in Australia seven will be dealing with a mental health issue, yet only two will reach out for support. Stymie works with you to give the young people you are working with, the power to say something or ask for help. We are an early intervention initiative that changes and saves lives.

Stymie empowers young people to ask for help when they need support, or if they are seeing or experiencing harm.

Stymie provides online reporting for schools. Encrypted, anonymous notifications are delivered within seconds to authorised recipients, who respond according to their wellbeing framework. The notification provides the option to include screenshots or images that validate the notification.

Being able to anonymously report, relieves feelings of helplessness for those who want to help their peers but don’t quite know how. Our purpose is to support you in creating an environment where harm can be minimised and effective action can be maximised.

Stymie can be used by anybody. It does not have to be a student at our school. The link to make a notification is on the school website front page

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