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Happy Week 3 to all of our Year 8 families!
Year 8 Assembly
Our College SPIRIT values seek to assist our students in developing their whole self, not just their academic or sporting virtues, and we explicitly teach our students these values in all areas of our College life. During our Year 8 assembly this Wednesday morning, Mr Breese (Head of Year 8) and I spoke to students about the importance of Resilience and Perseverance, two of our College SPIRIT values. These values are critical in responding to adversity and maintaining overall positive wellbeing. Students watched a speech by Michelle Obama, titled 'How to succeed in life'. You may like to watch it yourself here:
Our Acting Principal, Mrs Steinhardt, addressed students reminding them of our high expectations focussing on the SPIRIT value of Respect; reminding students that following teacher instructions is imperative and that students who demonstrate defiance or refusal to follow teacher instructions will have a consequence applied. Special mention was also made to water-balloon/bombs, explaining that these are prohibited items and that students found in possession, either filled or empty, will also have consequences applied. Please support us in ensuring that your child does not bring these items to school.
Out of bounds areas of the school, in particular the verandahs, were discussed, and it was reiterated that during lunch times no students should be on the verandahs unless seated in the Games room on Level 2 of E Block. Students were reminded of the importance of arriving to class on time. Students out of class without permission will be considered as truants and appropriate consequences will be applied.
Students were reminded that rules exist in society, as well as in school to promote good order and to maintain safety of all. Students who behave in a manner that places the good order and management of the school at risk, or act in a manner that poses a safety risk, will be held accountable for their actions and serious consequenes which could include, but not limited to suspension or exclusuon may be applied.
Year 8 Camp
This year, camp will occur from 14th to 16th August, The cost will be $300 per person. This includes accommodation, return bus transport to the Sunshine Coast, food, and activities, such as high ropes, leap of faith, kayaking, team challenges, and much, much more.
Parents, could you please complete the Forms below to register an expression of interest. This Forms will close on Monday 14th May at 3pm.
Once this information is collated, invoices will be generated, and an initial down payment of $50 (or the full payment if you wish) will be accepted from families.
'Make Bullying History' Presentation
Next Tuesday during Enrich time (Period 4), there will be a Year 7 and 8 presentation as part of the 'Make Bullying History' program. For more information, please visit the Life Choices website at the link below:
Night at the Museum!
Our upcoming famous annual Night at the Museum event is fast approaching! This event sees all students across Years 7 and 8 Physical World take over the College for one fantastic evening of historical displays jam-packed with food, artefacts, costumes, and much more! Our students have been working so hard to bring this to you. Make sure Wednesday 24th May is bookmarked in your calendar - this is one that is not to be missed!
Winter Uniform
As the weather cools down, we would like to remind you that during the colder months the following items are acceptable:
- Foxwell SSC Wattle coloured knitted jumper (with college logo)
- Foxwell SSC Ink blue jacket (with college logo)
- Foxwell SSC Ink blue soft-shell jacket (with college logo) *NEW- fleece lined, windproof and warm.
* All jumpers and jackets must be Foxwell branded, no other jumpers, including plain navy crew neck or jackets are permitted unless they are worn beneath and not visible, under a school branded jacket/jumper.
- Foxwell SSC Ink blue track-pants (with school logo) – may be worn with Sports Uniform
- Ink blue stockings/tights
- Foxwell SSC Ink blue scarf (with school logo)
Beanies, balaclavas, knit caps with ear flaps or other similar headwear are not permitted. Undershirts must be not be visible outside/through the uniform (e.g., T Shirts, Tank Tops and singlets)
Sports Uniform and Excellence Shirt Days
Students are only permitted to wear their sports uniform, one day per week as per the schedule below.
Students are required to wear their formal uniform on all other days. The only exception to this would be students in Excellence programs who are also permitted to wear their 'Excellence Uniform' on the morning of their early morning class; the days are Thursday - Sporting Minds, ALP and Gen-STEM and on Friday - Creative Voices.Wre would appreciate your support in ensuring your child is wearing the correct uniform each day of the week.
Theatre Sports Competition - Congratulations!
Creative Voices, our College's signature Performing Arts Program, had a Theatre Sports competition recently where the students formed teams and participated in a variety of improvisation games for a live audience. Year 8 members of the winning team were:
- Taylor Koopmans
- Nevayah Cullen
- Paige Widdison
- Brodie Giacca
Interschool sport
Congratulations to all of our students who represented the College during our interschool sport event held on Tuesday.
Applications for Excellence Programs 2024 - closing soon
It was great to meet some of the siblings of our students during our 2024 Information Enrolment Evening last Wednesday night. A reminder that Round 1 applications for our Excellence Programs close next Friday 12th May.
Year 8 team
A reminder that the Year 8 team is here to support in any way we can. Our team consists of:
Deputy Principal Ms Nahdia McClymont: nmccl31@eq.edu.au
Head of Year Mr Jason Breese: jpbre0@eq.edu.au
Year Level Assistant: Ms Sara Tiller still0@eq.edu.au
It is a pleasure to share your child's learning journey with you.
Warm regards,
Nahdia McClymont
Deputy Principal - Year 8