YEAR 12 VALEDICTORY

On Friday 16th of Nov 110 people gathered at Beaufort Manor in Yea to celebrate the end of 13 years of

schooling for the class of 2018. The students have worked hard throughout the last six years and has certainly

had some big hurdles to overcome. Amongst this group we have some young individuals who are investigating

career pathways in various fields such as equine veterinary, building, police force, medicine, psychology and

so much more. Each one of our class of 2018 is capable of undertaking any career path they set their minds to,

with hard work, determination, support and a little bit of good luck along the way!

The evening commenced with Canapés in the gardens where students were able to have some photos with

family and friends. This was followed by our presentations where students were presented with a commemora-

tive glass and certificate. Hannah Cooney and Maxwell Westwood spoke very well to give an account of their

time at Yea High School. At 11:30pm the last song was played for the packed dance floor! A great evening was

enjoyed by all. Don’t forget Speech Day on Tuesday 18th of December. James Walsh

Newsletter Issue 18

22nd November 2018

TERM 4

Week 7 Monday 19th —Friday 23rd November

Friday 23rd Student Free Day

Saturday 24th Great Victorian Bike Ride Commences

Week 8 Monday 26th —Friday 30th November

Monday 26th Year 11 Tertiary Excursion

Friday 30th Year 11 Final Day

Week 9 Monday 3rd —Friday 7th December

Monday 3rd Year 10 Step Up

Tuesday 4th Year 10 Step Up

YEA HIGH SCHOOL Racecourse Road, Yea 3717

P: 03 5797 2207 F: 03 5797 2931

E: yea.hs@edumail.vic.gov.au

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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Valedictory Dinner A very successful Valedictory Dinner for the class of 2018 was held last week at Beaufort Manor. Gradu-ating students were presented with a certificate and a glass in a formal ceremony. It was wonderful to see our Year 12 students and their families enjoying the evening and celebrating the completion of 13 years of schooling. A special thanks to our Year 12 Coordinator, James Walsh and VCAL Coordinator, Amanda Hard for organising the function, and our school captains, Max and Hannah for their work to en-hance that event. Student Led Conferences Thank you to those families who took the time to engage in the student led conferences. The opportunity for students to discuss and reflect on their learning in these forums contributes to student learning out-comes. Advisory work gives students ownership of part of their learning and provides the opportunity de-velop presentation skills and receive feedback on their work across a number of curriculum areas. Step Up 2019 Students in year 11 have recently completed their examinations and are currently, involved in the ‘Step Up’ program. The transition to Year 11 and Year 12 is important and the work and advice provided by our teachers will set the scene for 2019 Presentation Afternoons Yea HS and AYCE The Yea HS presentation Afternoon is set for Tuesday December 18th - families and students are request-ed to arrive before 1:30pm for a start at 1:30pm in the Yea Town Hall. The AYCE presentation day is Wednesday December 19th with the formal presentations commencing at 2:00pm at the Bayswater venue. Student Leaders 2019 The election process is now underway to elect our school captains for 2019. The newly elected School Captains and School Council representatives will take up their positions for 2019 at the 2018 Presentation Afternoon. The 2018 School Captains, Max Westwood and Hannah Cooney , will formally hand over to the 2019 school captains at our afternoon Presentation Event on Tuesday, December 18th. Reports All year levels will have finalised their assessments by the end of next week. Reports will be available at the conclusion of our afternoon presentation event on Tuesday 18th Decem-ber. Please do not ask for reports before this time as they will not be ready. Sunsmart Hot, sunny weather means that students need to be Sunsmart in the yard. The school’s policy encour-ages students to wear an appropriate hat and wear sunscreen. We would ask for parents to support the school’s policy. Activities Students in Years 7 to 9 received information regarding activities week. The activity program runs from Monday 10th December to Monday 17th December. This information should be read carefully and returned to school as soon as possible to assist planning. Year 7 2019, Orientation Day Orientation day is Tuesday 11th Decem-ber. Grade 6 students commencing Year 7 in 2019 will participate in a number of ac-tivities to support their transition to Yea High School on that day. Booklists Booklists for 2019 will be posted home to families shortly.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Every Tuesday Morning

8:30 - 9:00am

Come and enjoy some cereal, toast, milo & juice!

Eating breakfast has a positive affect on learning!

Donations are greatly appreciated!!

Ms Janae Barns

Mr Bruce Skewes

Ms Jacinta Byers

Mr James Walsh

STRIVE AWARDS

The following students received their Strive award on Friday 9th November at assembly:

7A - Louis

7B - Shayla

8A - Arienne

8B - Dylan

9A - Jessica

9B - Callum

10A - Michaela

10B - Joshua

COMPASS APP

Compass provides access to the following: Semester Reports / Progress Reports Parent Teacher Interview Bookings Student Exhibition Bookings Student Attendance School Calendar Student Timetables Push Notifications – Alerts, Events and Reminders Compass can be accessed via the internet: https://yeahs-vic.compass.education/login.aspx Or by downloading the Compass App to your phone or tablet:

LIBRARY

BOOK PROFILE

Visit the Yea High School library

now to check out this fantastic new

book. If you can’t locate it please

ask the friendly library staff for as-

sistance. Likewise, if there is a par-

ticular book that you are interested

in and you don’t know if the library

has it, just ask! We are always on

the lookout for great new titles/

topics.

For generations, the Rangers of Black Water Island have guarded the Old Herd against horrors released by the

Rift. Cal West, an apprentice Ranger with a rare scar and even rarer gifts, fights daily to prove he belongs within

their ranks. After nine years away, Meg Archer returns to her childhood home only to find the Island is facing a

new threat that not even the Rangers are prepared for. Meg and Cal can’t ignore their attraction, but can they

face their darkest fears to save the Island from disaster?

“Thrilling, original and intoxicating. I can’t recommend this enough,” - Isobelle Carmody, author of the Ober-

newtyn Chronicles.

“Gripping, brutal and tender,” - Michael Pryor

“Beautiful, dark and deliciously tense,” - Alison Goodman.

Yea Bowls Club

BAREFOOT BOWLS

SUNDAY EVENINGS

November 11th, 18th & 25th, December 2nd

6pm

For Families, Corporate Teams, Individual Players

Instruction available for new players

All equipment supplied

Please wear flat-soles shoes, or bare feet.

Free BBQ after play

Bar open

Contact: Jeff Green 5797 2429

YEAR 10 MOCK INTERVIEWS

DIVERSITY CREATIVE ARTS COMPETITION Thank you, so much to all students who submitted entries in this competition. There were some FANTASTIC pieces entered, covering a wide assortment of media and formats. Yea High School students have an immense amount of talent to offer and I, for one am hugely proud of their efforts!

The theme for the competition was diversity, which is a word we should all strive to understand. The term diversity refers to the huge variety of differences in all of us, including our ethnic or social background, sexual orientation, reli-gious beliefs, gender identification, physical abilities etc. Celebrating that diversity shows all of our students that they are valued and worthy. In the words of the late, great Stan Lee, “sooner or later, if man is ever to be worthy of his destiny, we must fill our hearts with tolerance.”

Judging of the competition took place on Tuesday November 13th.

We are very pleased to announce the major prize winner is Mary-Lee Stevens, pictured here, who receives a $50 voucher. Certificates have been awarded to all entrants for their efforts in a range of categories. As well as the major prize and certificates we decided to open the judging up to students and staff for a 'people's choice' award. The win-ner of the people’s choice award was Hannah Creed who received a graphite pencil sketch kit.

The artworks have been submitted as entries in the Yea Show, which is to be held this weekend at the Recreation Reserve. Please, if you are vis-iting the show, remember to drop in to the pavil-ion and check out some of the great talent from Yea High School students.

NAVY SCHOOL PANTS

The long awaited Navy School Pants (with logo) are available from the Uniform Shop now for $52.

The new addition to our school uniform have an internal drawcord, side seam pockets with a zip on the left, elasticat-ed wasteband, ankle zippers for easy on/off and are made from a four way stretch microfibre and are cotton lined. Sizes range from Y14 - XL.

Tennis Victoria & Kinglake Ranges Tennis Club host

Fun, new tennis skills, games with professional coach Wayne Broom | racquets supplied

$30 per child | $50 for 2+ kids (up to 16yrs)* OR $5 casual pass per child / lesson | Adults gold coin entry

To register, go to https://my.tennis.com.au/OnlineMembershipPayment/663127 or contact 0409 145307

*(Save up to $55 per child, Includes free junior club membership value $43, Registration available on night,

No refunds given due to bad weather. Parents welcome to have a social hit of tennis for gold coin donation until 9pm)

L2P– HELP FOR YOUNG DRIVERS

Learner driver mentor program

assists learners under 21 years of

age, without access to a

supervising driver or vehicle. This

allows them to gain the 120 hours

of driving experience required to

apply for a probationary licence.

Young people are matched with

licenced mentors.

L2P Vehicle is used for

participants to gain driving

experience.

Must be aged between 16-20 years

and have a current learners permit

VOLUNTEER MENTORS

Interested in helping young people

Are you over 21 years of age

Full Victorian drivers licence

Screened by L2P program

Willing to undertake Vic Roads

training program.

Contact: Karen Stephens

Ph.: 5772 1238

Email: alexadral2p@ceaca.com.au