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Recently I had a dad in my office following a problem with his daughter’s use of a mobile phone. His daughter had been found indulging in a world of social media at school and the phone was confiscated by a teacher. Initially, dad was a little defensive and said, in his daughter's defense, that ‘all the kids do that’. I tried that excuse once on a police officer when caught not fully stopping a Stop sign. It didn’t do me much good. This dad went on to bemoan all mobile phones and said that he and other parents feel helpless on this issue. Whilst sympathizing a little, this is just not the case. There is a solution, or at least a brake, on your child’s use of Social Media if you are brave enough to use it. As you know, your child’s laptop at Shalom is monitored by a product for which the school pays – Family Zone.
From the Family Connect App on your own phone, for all activities on the device, outside of school hours, you can determine how long the internet is used and the areas which can be explored or blocked. It is fantastic. The same can be done with your child’s phone. I would get down on my knees and beg parents to do this. It will ensure that there are reasonable controls over the digital footprint your child develops with their phone. At the very, very least, it would stop access to Social Media during school hours. There is absolutely no need for your child to access SnapChat or Instagram or anything else during school hours. This control does not limit a phone’s function as a phone. Texts and calls are not interrupted. No problem using Paywave. Linking your child’s phone to Family Zone will just stop, dead, them being distracted at school by constant notifications – and getting their phones confiscated. I fear that many parents will not do this because it won’t make your child happy. I truly understand that and have already had a similar conversation in my household. It is, however, worthwhile. Below is a link that shows you how to do this pretty easily. It would make our job here so much easier if everyone got on board with this.
https://shalomcollege.onlinesafetyhub.com.au/parent/family-zone/protecting-devices
The Shalom IT staff are very willing to assist anyone who has difficulty with this.
Staffing 2023 – I’m very pleased to announce that Mr Aaron Brown has been appointed to the position of Assistant Principal Student Formation from next year. This is a role that has been very capably performed by Mrs Austin-Campbell. Next year, Mrs Austin-Campbell will take on the staff portfolio from Ms O’Shea-Hard. Subsequently, we will be looking to appoint a new House Coordinator for Chisholm as well as one for McCormack as Ms Karli Lancaster is moving to Brisbane next year. We will also farewell at the end of the year Mr Pat Matters who is off to the Sunshine Coast and Mr Neil Feather who is on the move to Brisbane. All three of those teachers will be missed but we are pleased that they are going to Catholic schools to further their careers.
Academic Awards are in full swing this week culminating in the Year 12 Graduation on Thursday. Parents have received invitations if your child is being presented with an award. Given the Government’s amber health warning, those attending these events are encouraged to wear a mask. Next year, we will go back to a full Awards evening which will be on our Calendar for Tuesday 17 October. The Year 12 Graduation will be celebrated on the Friday of that week, 20 October. This is much earlier than usual and it will occur just before External exams commence.
Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
mcmahond@shalomcollege.com
Year 12 Students – Wednesday 16 November
A quick reminder all Year 12 students are expected to be in attendance this Wednesday. Students have been sent correspondence relating to the program of events for this day. Students will need to make sure they bring their phone, pen and laptop. Students who wish to have the College issued software uninstalled and Windows reinstalled should bring their device with them. They will be given the opportunity to hand their devices in to IT.
myQCE Student Portal Account
Please check that your child has registered for their myQCE Student Portal Account using a personal email address and NOT their Shalom College email address.
Students will use their myQCE Student Portal Account to access their final Year 12 results and their Senior Educational Profile (QCE and Senior Statement) on Friday 16 December. QCAA no longer mail out senior statements and results to students.
Please have your student check their personal details are correct in there myQCE Portal Account and make any necessary changes. If your home address has changed, please contact Mrs Norris to have this updated.
I have included a link to a FAQ document that will assist with any questions you might have with the certification process for Year 12 students. Students will receive a hard copy of this in their Graduation folder on Thursday.
QTAC ATAR Portal Account
By now any Year 12 student who wishes to receive their ATAR score (Friday 16 November) should have created their QTAC ATAR Portal account. https://www.qtac.edu.au/atar/
Mrs Gail Norris
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Gail_Norris@shalomcollege.com
Year 12 External Exams
External Exams for Year 12 General Subjects will occur over the period from Monday 24 October – Tuesday 15 November.
Attached is some important information about this time including:
- Exam Tutoring Timetable
- The External Assessment Timetable
- Directions For Students
- External Exam Equipment List
- Student Expectations Throughout Exam Block
Could parents and students please familiarise themselves with these important documents in preparation for the External Exam period?
Please note that normal classes continue during Week 2 and 3 of Term 4 (Monday 10 October – Friday 21 October), however students need only attend school for the exams they are sitting during the External Exam Block. Students who are required to complete outstanding work may also be required to attend school during the External Exam block as organised by the relevant classroom teacher. More information about activities that will occur on the three days after the External Exam Block (i.e. Wednesday 16 November – Friday 18 November) will be distributed soon.
From Monday 24 October – Friday 11 November, we are offering tutoring sessions in preparation for the External Exams. All sessions will be held in the Loyola Centre unless otherwise stated.
Good luck with your study and your exams!
Year 11 Exam Block
Year 11 students will participate in an exam block from Wednesday 23 November - Friday 25 November. Students participating in this exam block will begin Unit 3 assessment. This assessment is summative and as such will contribute towards the ATAR score. The Exam Timetable for this exam block is attached. Students need only attend school for the exams that they are sitting in this period.
During the exam block, students not involved in exams are expected to be involved in home study. Students who are behind in their schoolwork may also be required to attend school to complete outstanding work. If this is required, these arrangements will be communicated by individual class teachers.
Please remember that normal school rules regarding uniform and behaviour continue through the exam block.
Year 10 End of Semester 2 Examinations
Year 10 students will participate in an exam block from Wednesday 23 November - Friday 25 November. The Year 10 examination timetable is attached. Please note that Year 10 students must attend school up to and including Thursday 24 November. Students are not required to attend school on Friday 25 November, although there will be supervision at school provided for those students unable to make alternative arrangements.
Students should expect to sit outstanding examinations and complete other outstanding assessment tasks at the direction of class teachers in any available examination session during the examination block, including the following week if necessary (Monday 28 November - Friday 2 December).
We wish our students all the best with their studies and exams.
Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal - Administration
maherb@shalomcollege.com
Giving Tree
Thank you to everyone who contributed to our Giving Tree. Apart from a multitude of gifts we also collected over $3400 in cash and over $1000 in gift cards. This was an amazing effort.
All of the money and gift cards will go to Vinnies, as will most of the gifts. Some gifts will go to Woorabinda Mission in Central Queensland. There are no toy stores in Woorabinda and many families are not able to travel to bigger centres or are unable to afford gifts for their kids. The generosity of our students and staff will make Christmas a lot brighter for the children of Woorabinda and Bundaberg.
Donations for Woorabinda Mission
Sr Cecilia would like to thank everyone for their generosity last year with the footy boots they received. This year they are asking for more items such as, table cloths, sheets, any linen and especially footy boots. If you could donate any of these items please drop them into Mrs Petersen's office in Student Services by Wednesday 16 November.
Mrs Mary Taylor
Assistant Principal - Mission
TaylorM@shalomcollege.com
Exam season is upon us, here are some helpful tips for our Language students at Shalom to consider
Helpful tips on how to reduce stress and prepare for exams
Be prepared
- Read/write everything three times as this also helps to commit the info to memory.
- Use your Trial Exam results to focus on what you need to study.
- Use previous exam papers to get a feel for what to expect.
- Ask friends what they are doing that is helping with their studies or friends who did it last year.
- You need to study within 24 hours of the exam on that subject to retain more info.
- Write things in coloured texta that you have trouble remembering (such as names and dates)
Day of the exam
Do your usual routine, for example, have what you normally eat for breakfast. Take some water and a healthy snack (if allowed) to the exam.
And finally,
If the stress is getting to you it will prevent you from studying effectively and confidently - so ask for help from Headspace, a counsellor, a professional, or your helpful teacher. More tips to reduce stress and prepare for exams can be found here.
https://headspace.org.au/explore-topics/for-young-people/prepare-for-exams/?
Parents and Carers of Year 11 & 12 Students
If your child has obtained their Provisional Licence and wishes to drive to and from school you are required to fill out a Permission to Drive Form and return it to Student Reception for approval by Mrs Elizabeth Austin-Campbell. Once approved the details will be placed on our School Register.
Thanks to those Parents who have already completed this form for their child.
New Preferred Student Absentee Option
Parents are now able to inform the College of student absentees via Parent Lounge, using the below pathway:
Parent Lounge> Student Details> Attendance> "+Add Absence Notification"
The Shalom College App has now been updated so when parents select "Absentee" it will re-direct to Parent Lounge for the absentee notification to be added.
For Parents that do not already have the College App please click below:
ALL student absentees should be notified to the office by 9am each day. If no notification has been received, an absentee text message will be sent out to parents to advise of the student's absence.
2023 Year 7 & Year 10 Girls Appointments
Please note that 2023 Year 7 & Year 10 Girls appointments are necessary during Term 4.
Uniform Shop Hours:
Monday 8:00am to 12:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am to 12:00pm
Thursday 8:00am to 12:00pm
CLOSED FRIDAY
The Uniform Shop is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 3:30pm to 5:00pm preferably by appointment only. Year 10 Girls 2023 are welcome to pop in before school or during Lunch without an appointment.
Work Experience
Work experience is a great opportunity for students to explore their passion and understand what is expected in the workplace, while developing skills outside the classroom. It is also an opportunity to understand what they may need to do to prepare for the future. If students are intending on taking part in Work Experience in the upcoming school holidays, please ensure your signed paperwork is returned to the Pathways Office no later than Friday 25 November. Please see the Student Work Experience Booklet for further information and instructions on engaging in work experience.
Online RSA Courses
Are you interested in working in Hospitality? CTA Training are holding online courses in RSA, RSG and Food Safety as well as Hospitality Course Bundles including Barista basics. Discount Codes are available for students here. Find out more and enrol here.
University or TAFE?
It’s a good time to be finishing school, with so many study options available. While that’s exciting, it can also be daunting. Having options is great, but it can also lead to some decision fatigue.
A Definitive Guide to Everything You Need to Consider a useful article for students and parents to have a read over. Click here for further information. Should You Pick University or TAFE?
CQU Important Information
Change of Preference Online Chat
With ATAR results in front of mind, students can get guidance on how to change their preferences and learn more about our alternative pathways to suit their circumstances. Date Friday 16 December 2022 Time: 9am -11am Find out more here.
Principal’s Recommendation Scheme
There's still time for your Year 12 students to apply to an undergraduate CQU course based on the recommendation of their high school Principal, rather than ATAR, through CQU's early offer program, Principal's Recommendation Scheme (PRS). Applications for 2023 close on Thursday 1 December.
CQU Key Dates
STEPS Term 1 Information Session - Tuesday 24 January 2023
SUN Term 1 Webinar - Monday 6 February 2023
National Photographic Portrait Prize 2023
The call for entries for the National Photographic Portrait Prize 2023 is open! One of the most popular annual events promotes the best in contemporary photographic portraiture by both professional and aspiring Australian photographers. The winner will nab a $30,000 cash AND photographic equipment – courtesy of imaging partner, Canon. There’s also a raft of other prizes too. Entries close at 9:00am (AEDT) on Tuesday 31 January 2023.
Find out more and enter here: https://www.portrait.gov.au/nppp-callforentries.php
UQ Mathematics & Biology Summer School
UQ’s Biology Summer School is a non-residential program open to talented students who are going into Year 11 and have chosen to study Biology. You can study with and learn from leading researchers and passionate graduates, all while making friends with other students from around the state. The Biology Summer School will run from 17-19 January 2023. Registrations close Sunday 27 November 2022.
Positions Vacant – Year 12 Graduates
- Barolin Physiotherapy Services are seeking applications for Administration Assistant for approximately up to 28.5hrs per week. Experience in an administration/reception role preferred but not essential. Find out more and how to apply here.
- BBI Kitchens is seeking an enthusiastic person wanting an apprenticeship in Cabinet Making. The right applicant must be willing to learn, take direction and be able to work as part of a small workshop environment. Please send all resumes to sales@bbikitchens.com.au or call us on 0741532211.
- Rechenberg Locksmiths are seeking to employ an apprentice locksmith. As an apprentice you’ll become proficient in all facets of the trade including residential, commercial and automotive security entailing the repairing and installation of locks, safes, CCTV and alarm systems as well as cutting all styles of keys using some of the latest electronic key machines available. If you think you are the person for this role please send your resume to: careers@rechenberg.com.au or find out more information here.
- Local recruiter is seeking to employ Hospitality and Tourism Super Stars for casual positions. They are looking for that bubbly and infectious personality that can guide visitor experiences and make them want to come back. In addition to this you will also require an RSA or be willing to obtain one. Find out more here.
Positions Vacant – Part Time/Casual
- Harvey Norman Bundaberg currently have casual positions available for a Junior Cashiers. Find out more here. Please send all resumes to Cassandra at elecpa@au.harveynorman.com
The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kathy Laing & Mrs Julia Fox
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
kathryn_laing@shalomcollege.com
Julia_Fox@shalomcollege.com
Sophie is a Year 8 student in MacKillop PC3. Sophie is one of our students who is involved in a variety of activities throughout the College ranging from her involvement in the Instrumental Music Program to her participation in Shalom Rowing events. Sophie is a terrific example of a student who balances her extra curricular activities with her academic commitments, which is reflected in her being awarded a ROSA award each term. She is a responsible and reliable member of her PC, supporting all PC activities and a role model to all other MacKillop members.
Mrs Michelle Moller
MacKillop House Coordinator
mollerm@shalomcollege.com
The concept of lost worlds began as an exploration of mythology and the mystery of incomplete maps. The blank spaces holding much allure for the adventurous and requiring conjecture and imagination to fill. Exploration of Earth is an obvious pre-cursor and early mythological lands, some of which are still the stuff of legend today, are also influential. Maps have surfaced from as early as the 1500’s that define ‘Hollow Earth’, Hyperborea, and Tartaria all of which have been interwoven into the fabric of our deep history and conjecture of the origins of our species. The classical romance of Arthurian legend inspired much of this, and the adventurous spirit of the time played a huge role as well. Adventure stories clearly played a massive part in this sub-genre, The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas in 1844 an obvious influence.
From this came the classic group of iconic lost world works. We went to Wonderland in 1865 with Lewis Carroll and Alice, Jules Verne took us to the bottom of the ocean and to the center of the earth in the late 1860’s and early 1870’s, H.G. Wells took us into the terrain of the future in 1895, and L Frank Baum invited us to Oz in 1900.
In 1937 JRR Tolkein introduced us to Middle Earth in his story The Hobbit, this high adventure is said to have eventuated as a direct result of Tolkein’s experiences in World War One. The world Tolkein encountered fresh from university was politically troubled and he was expected to enlist. His entree to military service was at the Somme during a most brutal battle so the tribalistic brutality of war in the broken, hostile landscape became a feature in his epic series.
C.S. Lewis constructed Narnia for us when he wrote The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in 1950. Though not as dark or quite as ‘dangerous’ as Tolkein’s tale, the Narnia books were still full of adventure and daring battles. The added element in these of course is their use as a vehicle for Lewis’ religious instruction.
The ‘space-age’ of the mid-twentieth century introduced space travel and yet another unchartered expanse to be explored in another sub-genre and closer to science-fiction. The fantasy sub-genre in the adventure story context has been somewhat abandoned completely for the fantasy realm today, primarily because our awareness of the world has removed a lot of the mystique from the jungles, wildernesses, oceans, and caves. Therefore ‘lost worlds’ are a little thin on the ground, the fantasy genre provides a vehicle for the continuance of the lost world concept. However, a new generation of imaginative writers will find new and creative ways to provide us with those incomplete maps and the ambition to explore them.
Queensland Under 15 Indoor Hockey
Congratulations to Cohen who has been selected in the Queensland Under 15 Indoor Hockey Team after competing in the Under 15 State Indoor Hockey Championships recently in Maryborough. Cohen and his Maryborough team mates finished fourth in Division one. Cohen will now attend the Australian Under 15 National Championships in Brisbane from Saturday 21 to Wednesday 25 January 2023.
Cohen was also selected in the Queensland Under 16 Development Squad after competiting in the Under 15 State Hockey Championship in Mackay during the September school holidays. Cohen and his Fraser Coast team finished third in Division one. Cohen will attend a training camp in February 2023 as part of this selection.
Cohen competing in Mackay
Queensland Schools Table Tennis Championships – Bundaberg Round
On Saturday 5 November, two teams from Shalom competed in the Bundaberg round of the Queensland Schools Table Tennis Championships.
Sisters Hannah (Year 9) and Christina (Year 7 – Christina played up an age group) formed our Girls Junior Division team. Playing in a round robin against female and male teams, they were undoubtedly the stronger of the two girls teams competing as they won many matches and challenged the boys teams. Although still strong, they unfortunately did not play their best against the opposing girls team from St Lukes, going down by the narrowest of margins three matches (8 games) to two (7 games). All matches went to three games, with many going beyond 11 points – a very close contest. This meant that the girls took silver on the day, but still qualified to be able to compete in the State Championships.
Our Boys Junior team consisted of Will (Year 9) and Lincoln (Year 7 – Lincoln also played up an age group). Lincoln demonstrated his strength as a player by losing only two games for the entire tournament! The boys did not lose to any opposition in the round games, and progressed as top of their group to the finals. In the semi-final, they overcame a spirited Bundaberg State High School three matches to one, which set them up to play Bundaberg Christian College in the final. Lincoln played first, claiming victory in two games. Will followed and played exceptionally well in two very close, nail-biting matches. Both matches went to three games, with Will often behind and having to fight back, showing a fantastic level of maturity and patience. Amazingly, the boys claimed overall victory in just three matches.
Both teams now qualify to compete at the State Championships in Brisbane on Friday 2 December. Congratulations to all four players for their high level of ability, exceptional behaviour, and fantastic sportsmanship. Well done, Hannah, Christina, Lincoln and Will!!
Mr Troy Braund
Team Manager
troy_braund@shalomcollege.com
Term Dates for 2023
Term 1: Monday 23 January – Friday 31 March (10 weeks)
Term 2: Monday 17 April – Friday 23 June (10 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 10 July – Friday 15 September (10 weeks)
Term 4: Tuesday 3 October – Thursday 30 November (9 weeks)
If you are interested in volunteering at our College Tuckshop, we would love for you to indicate your availability and book a shift following the link below.
The booking system helps to accommodate our very much appreciated regular volunteers, but also families who may not be able to commit on a regular basis and have a day here or there throughout the year. The beauty of this system is that you can select your day and manage your booking, so if something comes up, you can quickly and easily go online to reschedule or cancel. Your booking will generate a confirmation email with links to manage your booking, it can be synched with your calendar and an SMS is sent the day before as a reminder. Of course, we are also here to help - simply contact Shalom College on 4155 8111.
For those of you who are regular volunteers your shifts have already been added to the schedule for this year and you should have received an e-mail for each booked shift.
Shifts last from 2-3 hours (school drop off to around 11.30 am).
No experience required!
The Shalom Markets are open every Sunday 6am-midday. Come along to purchase your fresh fruit and vegetables, local food products and handmade items.
Markets Tuckshop Roster
New volunteers are required for the Markets Tuckshop and BBQ, if you have any queries please contact Leanne via email at barkerl@shalomcollege.com
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Sunday 20 November |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Andrew Lucht Janelle Test |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 27 November |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 4 December |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Mark Morris |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 11 December |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Trish Sellers |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Nicole Schubel |
Markets BBQ Roster
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Sunday 20 November |
East Bundaberg Rotary |
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Sunday 27 November |
Bundaberg Croquet Club |
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Sunday 4 December |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 11 December |
Bundaberg Croquet Club |
Office Hours: 9:00 - 1:00 Monday to Friday
Parish Office: Rossolini Place Level 1, 66 Woongarra St
Phone: 07 4151 6666 PO Box 79 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: sbundaberg@rok.catholic.net.au
AFTER HOURS: Anointing of the sick for medical emergencies
phone 4151 6666 and follow the prompt
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF MARY MOTHER OF CHURCH
"The annual parish "Good News" magazine is now available in all churches for a Gold Coin Donation. As you read our in-house publication of the Good News magazine this year, discover the ways in which our parish vision statement is being made clear.
Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory
To help assist the Shalom College community in supporting local businesses that are run by Shalom families, we have created our Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory. If you would like to be listed in this directory, please send a copy of your business card to Mr Peter Robinson who will be establishing and developing this directory to Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com
Student Travel Rebates
Student travel rebate applications are only open in May for Semester 1 and October for Semester 2. Please click here to check if you are eligible.
Duffys Buses
Youth Suport
Catholic Parish
Catholic Youth Groups
