YBC News Semester 2 2013

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Y u l e B ro o k
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Winner 2013 Top 4 finalist Principal of the year
Winner 2013 Top 4 finalist Support staff member of the year, Tracey Sheikh
NOMINATED Secondary school of the year 2013
WINNER 2012 top 4 secondary school of the year
WINNER 2012 norm hyde award for pastoral care in education
WINNER 2012 DARE TO LEAD HIGH ACHIEVEMENT
WINNER 2012 GOSNELLS SAFE CITY AWARD
61 Dellar Road Maddington WA 6109
WINNER 2011 TOP 4 SECONDARY SCHOOL OF THE YEAR
Phone (08) 9251 8333
WINNER 2011 NAB IMPACT AWARD
WINNER 2011 IT ALL STARTS AT SCHOOL
Facsimile (08) 9493 1312
WINNER 2010 TOP 4 NUMERACY AND TOP 4 INNOVATION
Web: www.yulebrookcollege.det.wa.edu.au/
INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL
ABORIGINAL INNOVATION SCHOOL
Email: [email protected]
Yule Brook College
Newsletter Contents
Page 3
From the principal
Teamwork team highlights
Page 4
Page 6
Challenge team highlights
Page 8
Year 10 highlights
Page 10
Year 11 highlights
Page 12
Past students’ success stories
Page 13
Student success stories
YBC in the community
Page 14NAIDOC - STRIDE
Aboriginal community partnership agreement signing
Page 15
Page 16
Black Swan Theatre Company - Young Chozen
Page 17
Student artwork for Maddington train station
Girls from Oz - Be active with dance
Photovoice - Practicum students
Page 18
Girls’ academy
News for primary school students
Page 19
Principal’s morning tea
WA education awards - top 4 winners
Page 20
Yule Brook College and Sevenoaks Senior College
– partners for success
Past YBC students graduate at Sevenoaks
Page 21
Football academy
Page 22
Athletics carnival
Page 23
Page 24
Brierty’s courtyard makeover
Cadets
Page 25
Page 26
Chaplaincy
YBC staff farewells
Page 27
YBC staff farewells
What YBC has to offer
Page 28
Thanks to the P & C and College Board
A huge thanks to Tracey Sheikh, our fantastic P&C president, and
her loyal band who work every day to make a real difference in
students’ lives.
Heartfelt gratitude goes to the Yule Brook College board,
and I acknowledge the chair of the board, Mr Terry Brown
who has been a great friend to Yule Brook over many years.
Our board members give their time and expertise generously
and bring a wide variety of experience and wisdom to the
table. They have been a great support to me personally and
champions for our school.
Janette Gee and the YBC Community
page 2 / YBC Newsletter / Semester 2 2013
Yule Brook College Board (Ken
Wyatt and Marcus Harrold absent)
From the principal
Janette Gee
The theme of this newsletter, very aptly, is celebrating! We celebrate all of
our achievements – academic, sporting and community based – and as a Big
Picture school we value the richness and diversity of achievements in our
Yule Brook community.
I am so very proud of what our school has achieved over the last year. We
were again nominated for Secondary School of the Year in the WA Education
Awards and won a Top 4 position in both the Support Worker of the Year
and Principal of the Year categories.
Yule Brook College continues to difference Big Picture and Yule every staff member is absolutely
dominate in NAPLAN literacy and Brook College made to their lives. committed to creating a learning
numeracy progress with the school It was inspirational to hear Ben environment
focused
on
scoring higher progress scores talk about how he flourished and excellence, equity and harmony.
than every other tested cohort – discovered a passion for teaching They understand the importance
this includes better progress than after feeling that he was a bit of of education and the power it has
like schools, WA public schools a ’no hoper’ before he came here. to change lives.
and Australian schools!
Sam also explained to the group We are a community that sees
We also celebrate the official how different it was to attend a
possibilities and truly works ‘one
signing of our joint Aboriginal small nurturing school that was
student at a time’ to achieve them.
Community
Agreement
with interested in helping him find his
the Sevenoaks Senior college passion and learn through it. He I welcome the new principal, Mrs
had previously been very unhappy Hilary Saunders, and feel very
community.
Building on our 12 year at a large private college and not comfortable and confident that
she will enjoy her time at YBC as
commitment to our Aboriginal achieving well.
families that we would work Both boys are now living their much as I have. She has asked
with them to raise academic dream and you can read about me to let you know how excited
standards, create positive and them later on in this issue. she as at the prospect of working
enduring employment and life What was clearly evident at the in such an innovative and caring
opportunities for our young symposium was that Big Picture community and is looking forward
people, it was logical that we works and that Yule Brook College to meeting students and parents.
would work with Sevenoaks to is a perfect example of a school
support students through the that works well because it focuses
transition from Year 10 to senior on ‘one student at a time’. It was
school and then to the workplace another proud moment for me to
be associated with a school that
or higher education.
The signing day was an emotional is quite clearly a national leader
and fulfilling experience for me in student engagement and
personally and embodies the outcomes.
spirit of goodwill that both school My final note is a goodbye. I am
communities bring to ensure the leaving Yule Brook College in
very best outcomes for young 2014 as I will be taking up the
presidency of the WA Secondary
people.
I have recently had the pleasure of School Executives Association.
attending the Big Picture research While that is a great honour for
symposium in Sydney with two me, I leave here with my heart
of our ex-students – Ben Courcha torn. I will miss working with the I would like to thank all of the
and Sam Belotti. The purpose of best school community I have ever families who welcomed me into
their community over the past four
the gathering was to present the worked in.
research findings: An evaluation I thank all the staff I have worked years as well as all the volunteers
of Big Picture learning Australia. with over the last four years. It in our school. I wish you all a safe
With seven other young people, has been a great privilege to be and happy holiday season. Please
Ben and Sam presented to the in such a progressive and creative take care and enjoy your special
group and reflected on the atmosphere where I know that family time together.
YBC Newsletter / Semester 2 2013 / page 3
Teamwork highlights
Kendo incursion
The Year 8 students have been studying history in Terms 2 and
3. In the last semester students were treated to a demonstration
by Mr Matthew Petersohn, a prac student who had a passion
for the mediaeval era. This semester the students have been
studying Feudal Japan and were lucky enough to be treated to
another incursion. In Term 3 Miss Fenn brought several members
of her club in to demonstrate the martial art of Kendo, which
is based upon the art of samurai sword fighting. Kendo is a
full contact sport using flexible bamboo swords and strong
armour to protect the fighters. Our students got to try hitting
the fighters with the bamboo swords and were also treated to
a demonstration of Kendo kata using real samurai swords. The
students are all scared of Miss Fenn now!
Exhibitions
As the year comes to a close many of
our students are presenting the last
of their exhibitions to their parents,
carers, teachers and friends. Exhibitions
are an opportunity for a student to
present their learning through the
course of the term in a structured
and formal manner. Those who are
watching the presentation have the
chance to ask questions and see how
much the student has achieved.
Tree planting
On Friday 26 July students
participated in schools trees
day and planted 130 plants
in the meeting circle for the
Noongar food garden. Mrs
Sheikh used her awesome
knowledge of horticulture to
guide the students in what
went where. The girls’ academy
also planted some trees
alongside the library for future
shade. Another enjoyable day!
Awards ceremony
An awards ceremony will
be held on 16 December,
the last Monday of
the school year. The
ceremony will recognise
all of the outstanding
achievements made by
our students throughout
the year.
Teamwork highlights
Reward excursion
On the final day of Term 3 a selection of students from Years 8 and 9
were invited to attend a reward excursion to Perth. These students
were selected for displaying a positive attitude towards their studies
and a friendly manner with other students and their teachers.
Students caught the train to the city and participated in a tour of
St Mary’s Cathedral. This magnificent building dates back to the
1860s and was a real surprise package due to its artwork, design and
history. The tour concluded in the crypt under the main altar where
all former bishops of Perth are entombed.
We then walked to the Perth Town Hall, another building with a
lengthy history. The town hall was built in 1867 and has had many
functions since its inception including the location for a farmers’
market underneath its verandas.
The final stage of our excursion was a train trip to Leederville where
we dined on a sumptuous Italian meal. The day was most enjoyable.
Theatresports and fitness
Due to the overflowing numbers of Year 8 students trying to attend
the academies, a couple of extra electives have been created for the
students. These are theatresports and personal fitness. Theatresports is an
extension of drama in which players are encouraged to improvise all acts
and games.It is a great opportunity for students to build their confidence
and try new things.
Fitness with Ms Glynn
has been an exciting
experience for our
students
as
well.
Students are in the
fitness gym at school,
using the machines
and working together
to become healthier
people. A healthy
community is a happy
community. Keep it
up, guys!
Internships
The internship I’m going to
for Term 4 is Wheeler Retro
Automotives. There are only three
people who work there, Kevin,
Matthew and Lewis. Lewis is my mentor and he
has taught me a lot since I first started. He taught
me how to service a car, showed me how to take a
wheel off, check the battery and how to check the
coolant. I really enjoyed going to my internship.
I am going back there next year for two days a
week.
Skye Wittmann
I’m doing my internship at Helm Street Kindy.
The first day I went there we went to East
Maddington Primary School because they were
doing a programme with the pre-primary. We
read them a book and played a game with them,
and then at 12 pm we left to go back to the
kindy. The second week I went there I helped
cut up fruit, clean up after the kids and put up
Christmas decorations, which they really liked. I
enjoy going to the kindy and working with the
kids and I look forward to going there and also
taking them to Kids’ Paradise.
Belinda Macey
On my internship I chose to go to East Maddington
Primary School because I was always curious
about teaching and I wanted to experience the
responsibilities teachers have. The staff at East
Maddington are helpful, kind and understanding
and they directed me to the classroom where
my mentor, Ms Laura Howell (pre-primary/
kindergarten teacher) was expecting me. I
mingled and assisted the students with numerous
tasks, like colouring activities, reading and games
- they mostly played educational games such as
Number Ladybugs. Each week at East Maddington
was fun and exciting. I learned many things. I
thoroughly enjoyed myself and will keep that in
mind whilst choosing my future career.
By Mushi Karim
SARC incursion
The Sexual Assault Resource Centre has
previously sent representatives to YBC to talk
to students about what is involved in healthy
relationships. Students listened to talks and
learnt about recognising the signs of an
unhealthy relationship. Students were given
flip cards to demonstrate where and when
consent for sex can or cannot be given and
Sue, our nurse, has made up a loves me/loves
me not bookmark for the students to take
with them, demonstrating the signs to look
for in a healthy or unhealthy relationship.
Cannington ten pin bowling and
Kings Park excursion
On Friday 27 September we took the Challenge students on a
reward excursion. In the morning we went to Cannington Ten
Pin Bowling Centre where we had a lot of fun trying to knock
down all the pins! Mr Meredith, Ms Randall, Mrs Sheikh, Ms
Garcia and Ms Hooton were trying to show the students their
skills - some more than others!! The students had a great time
bowling and also playing arcade games in the centre. All that
action was followed by lunch at McDonalds before heading to
Kings Park for the afternoon. At the park we completed the
boodja gnaring walk, which included the magnificent gardens
and plants, war memorial, Water Garden. Giant Boab tree and
the Federation Walkway. Then we let off steam and used up any
spare energy playing, cricket, footy, bocce and soccer in the park,
before returning to school. It was a full and varied day and a
great way to celebrate the end of the term together.
Fundraising
Some of our Advisories
have been undertaking
some fundraising in and
around the school. On 4
December Advisory 9.4
ran a sausage sizzle at first
break, selling the much
loved snags for $2 each.
During the last period of
the day the students also
organised a water balloon
fight and competition.
All of the students who
were involved had a great
time and a lot of money
was raised for Telethon.
Money was also raised
by the P&C through the
sale of bandannas for
CanTeen.
Year 10 highlights
Gateway exhibitions
At the end of every term students are required to do an
exhibition to demonstrate their achievements and present
their work to their parents, carers, peers and teachers. At
the end of Term 4 Year 10 students presented a different
kind of exhibition to demonstrate how prepared each
student was to progress into Year 11, move on to a school
based traineeship/apprenticeship or find a place in the
workforce. Students answered questions about their
strengths and weaknesses and how they would learn to
cope with the challenges presented to them in the future.
Canberra trip 2013
During this semester some of our Year 10 students departed
for Canberra for an educational tour of the national
capital, focusing on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and
democracy.
On August 4 the Year 10s boarded the plane at 12:05 am
bound for Sydney. When they reached their destination they
visited famous landmarks such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, the
Opera House and Luna Park. They then went to the famous
Bondi Beach to frolic in the sun. When they finally got to the
YHA in Canberra they settled in then went for a walk around
the shops. It was extremely cold and that’s when they knew
they were really in Canberra!
The week was spent visiting all the different parliament
and non-parliament places, such as Old and New Parliament
Houses, the High Courts and the Electoral Centre where they
learnt about the different roles of the people in each building,
a bit about history and how things work in the different
buildings.
They also visited other sites including the National Film and
Sound Archives where they got to see old films such as Skippy
the bush kangaroo and a piece of a restored film from the
capturing of Ned Kelly. Everyone enjoyed the Deep Space
Communication Centre where they learnt about the scale
between all things in the universe and were also told about
the Mars Exploration Rover. The Australian War Memorial,
Mt Ainslie, the National Museum, and The National Portrait
Gallery were also on the jam-packed itinerary!
Monique, Year 10
Year 10 highlights
Worlds of work
Those students who did not join in the Canberra tour were
involved in the Foundation for Young Australians’ Worlds
of Work (WOW) programme. WOW recognises that the
‘one job or career for life’ model does not necessarily
apply to our young people, and that traditional models
of classroom learning are no longer enough to enable
students to thrive in the changing worlds of life and
work. WOW aims to better equip students for these
worlds by expanding their possibilities and developing
their employability skills and strategies.
“From 5-9 August half of the Year 10s went to the WOW
programme. I was in that group and I must say it was
one of the best experiences of my life. There I met a man
named Tom and a lovely lady named Mandy who were
my two teachers/mentors/
friends for the week.
I really enjoyed their
teachings and principles.
We took the train to Perth
to attend the programme
at
the
Northbridge
Piazza. We built up our
workplace
skills
and
business knowledge.”
First aid focus
During Term 4 many of our students had the
opportunity to work with some representatives
from Saint John’s Ambulance service. The
students were split up into smaller groups and
underwent a brief first aid course. Our students
were taught about responding to minor injuries
and how to assist others who may be injured.
The students discussed cuts, burns and broken
bones and were presented with CPR dummies
to practice breathing and compressions of the
chest. Many of the students found it interesting
and helpful. These skills are very important for
young people today to help them avoid or
manage risk taking behaviour and know how
to act properly in an emergency situation.
Reward morning and lunch at Sizzler
On Friday 8 November the Year 10s had a fun
day where the year block had an amazing race
competition and then watched a movie called
Jack the Giant Slayer before going to Sizzler.
The amazing race was separated into seven
events that each of the four teams had to do.
The green team won the whole amazing race
with a grand total of 51 points from 70 possible
points. After we had completed the amazing
race everyone sat down and enjoyed the movie.
Straight after break all the Year 10s went to
Sizzler in Kelmscott where all the students
from YBC were on their best behaviour with
everybody enjoying the entire day.
By Edward McCavanagh
Year 11 highlights
House sports day
In Week 6 of Term 3 YBC held its first house carnival. The houses
competed against one another to decide the winning house for
each sport as well as the overall winning house for the day.
The event was organised by Billy Williams as part of his community
service commitment to the school. At the end of the day all of
the students were rewarded with a tasty sausage sizzle and some
chocolates!
In addition, on the same day the school ran a footy colours day
whereby students could wear the colours of their favourite football
team and make a donation.
As Billy says, “We ran a whole school carnival for all students to
participate in sports of their choice. The day was very enjoyable
because everyone had fun while also being competitive throughout
the day. This was our first house carnival for our new house system.
Students were in either Teamwork or Challenge house.
“The sports that were available were soccer, volleyball, netball and
basketball. Thanks to the teachers who helped umpire games and
also the Year 11s who helped me organise the day.
Points were awarded for each team
according to where they finished
and 1 point was awarded for each
participant. At the end of the day
prizes were given out to all the
participants. The winning house was
Teamwork with 135 points. Challenge
finished on 117 points.”
The overall results for the day were:
TeamworkChallenge
Basketball30 36
Soccer
1010
Volleyball14 6
Netball 146
Participants67 59
Year 11 highlights
Yule Brook’s got talent!
For our next trick YBC hosted its very first talent quest!
Following the successes of Black Swan and STRIDE,
Yule Brook students turned out to strut their stuff on
the stage in front of a friendly audience and a panel of
‘intimidating’ judges.
Organised by Zac and Sandra, many students quickly
became involved. As only students who participated
and their invited guests could watch the competition,
students were able to conquer their shyness and step
into the spotlight.
Lillyanne Kop performed as the strict judge for the
evening, leaving even Mr. Belotti speechless with her
wisdom and eloquent appraisals!
The organisers
There were many students who stepped up to perform
a range of acts from singing and dancing to stand-up
comedy. Well done for putting yourself out there, guys –
you certainly proved Yule Brook’s got talent!
House chess competition
In the second week of our new semester the first
competition of our new house system commenced with
the start of the chess and chequers tournament. Twenty
three students signed up to play chess and 16 to play
chequers. The first few games were completed with
winners moving through to the second round. In each
round the winners continued to advance until we had
a winner. The finals of both competitions were played
on the big chessboard in the undercover area. It was
great to see about 40 students in the Year 11 classroom
watching the first round of action. The competition
has been put together by Clinton Morgan as part of
his community service commitment to the school.
Many thanks also to the Year 9 students who had been
working on building their chessboards in woodwork
this semester.
The judges
The audience
The Year 8 band
Past students’ success stories
Ex-YBC students continue to make good!
Benjamin ‘Ben’ Courcha is
now nearing completion of his
second year at Edith Cowan University
studying to become a primary school
teacher and majoring in mathematics. Ben
had decided whilst at YBC that he would
become a teacher. Ben completed his Year
12 TEE at Sevenoaks Senior College. He is
an accomplished guitarist and used that
skill and passion whilst undertaking his
internship studies at YBC.
Mitchell ‘Mitch’ Mead
David
‘Haysey’
Hayes
completed his Year 12 at
Sevenoaks Senior College
before going to Murdoch
University to study geology.
After a year David found the
course not to his liking and
as a result he moved courses
to study commerce. Outside
of university David’s hobby
is art, a hobby he says he is
“reasonably good at”. He has
also found a great pastime in
cycling.
Sam ‘Belotts’ Belotti
has
continued
his love affair with the maritime industry. His
aim is to own and skipper his own charter boat
business. Leaving Sevenoaks at the completion of
Year 11 Sam took up an apprenticeship in marine
mechanics where he completed a year before
moving onto a position as a marine officer with
the Department of Transport, Marine Safety
division. After serving a year there and gaining
more experience and qualifications he applied
for a position on the luxury 23 m catamaran
Kimberley 2 Ocean (K2O) taking wealthy tourists
between Broome and Wyndham in the Kimberley
region of WA.
is
currently
working
and gaining field time as a
Surveyor’s Assistant whilst
completing his surveyor’s
qualification. He is a fly
in, fly out worker from
Carnarvon where his current
assignment is the building
of the protective flood
levees for the town. Mitch
also graduated Year 12 from
Sevenoaks Senior College. He
has been saving his earnings
and has bought a house in
Yangebup.
Student success stories
Our students continue to excel both in school and out.
As a community we would like to congratulate Arnold
Underwood, Casey Phillips and Matt Wilkes, who
recently returned from sporting competitions where they
have achieved at the highest levels.
Arnold and Casey participated in the Malaysian Athletics
Championships in Singapore representing WA. Arnold
won a gold medal for the javelin, throwing a staggering
57.96 m.
Casey won a gold medal in the 4 x 400 m team relay event
and a silver medal in the 400 m individual event.
Jenny
Matty was selected in the prestigious Australian Under 15
Indigenous all stars Flying Boomerangs football team. He played in
the carnival in Sydney.
Cameron
Congratulations again to Casey Phillips who is now a Western
Australian state athletics representative. Casey has demonstrated
his athletic ability in school, particularly at the athletics carnival.
We believe he will continue to do great things in the future. Well
done, Casey!
We also congratulate Jenny Dutosme who was selected to
attend the prestigious Sir Charles Court leadership camp during the
school holidays. This programme, based on the ideals of Sir Charles
Court and John Curtin, is a week-long camp designed to inspire
and equip students to become the new leaders of their generation.
Jenny was one of thirty students chosen from a very large number
of students nominated across the state.
Also, a big congratulations to Cameron Riley who was the
winner of the Ignite basketball scholarship Leeuwin adventure in
July this year. The $1800 scholarship is used to experience a once in
a lifetime trip aboard the Leeuwin tall ship for a week.
During the week Cameron learnt intensive teambuilding skills and
had the opportunity to climb to the top of the tallest mast. The
Leeuwin tall ship’s Youth Explorer Voyage provides participants with
responsible risk taking and a hands-on adventure and helps build
self-esteem, social confidence and self-reliance. This rewarding
voyage aims to help young people identify and set personal goals
and develop valuable skills which are transferable to their home,
school and work lives.
Core of Life
Our school nurse Sue James has been coming to see our
Year 10s to teach them about the miracle of birth and
what the students can expect once they start beginning
their families. Students discussed safe sex and pregnancy,
the changes a woman’s body goes through and how men
can get involved in the birth. Our students even had a
chance to act out giving birth! Thanks to Sue for all her
time in making sure our students are prepared for life
changing decisions.
NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC celebrations are held around Australia each
July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements
of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This
year’s theme proudly celebrates the 50th anniversary
of the presentation of the Yirrkala Bark petitions to the
federal parliament. To celebrate NAIDOC Week this year
YBC welcomed Ken Wyatt, federal member for Hasluck,
to address the students at assembly. The students were
also treated to a music concert performed by the Family
Shoveller Band, who got everyone up and dancing! During
lunch our students and staff were treated to a delicious
lunch of traditional foods. Mr Peter McIntosh returned
to YBC and with the aid of the students completed the
male Wagyl that has been winding its way around the
school to the female Wagyl, who was also restored by
him during the week’s activities.
STRIDE
Congratulations to all the students who participated in the
Online Dreaming STRIDE programme, which culminated
in a red carpet premiere event at the college. Students
participated in a series of workshops wherein they wrote
their own scripted stories, took part in storyboarding, and
learnt how to operate filming equipment to produce their
own films. They worked in small groups and the whole
process aims to develop their leadership, teamwork and
creative application skills.
The students were allowed to showcase their films in a
special red carpet film premiere evening. The evening was
well represented by students, their families, programme
mentors, college staff and local community members. The
films received fantastic reviews from the viewers and our
students were justifiably very proud of their hard work.
Thank you to the mentors and teachers who helped make
it happen and Shell who sponsor the programme.
YBC and SSC joint Aboriginal community
partnership agreement
This semester Yule Brook College and Sevenoaks Senior
College have joined together to celebrate the anniversary of
our Aboriginal community agreement. Two pieces of identical
mosaic artwork have been created for the occasion, one to be
placed in each college as a symbol of the two communities
coming together. The involvement by both schools in the
Aboriginal innovation schools (AIS) celebration was primarily
centred on ensuring that all our students will be supported
when making this transition to senior school, and particularly
that our Aboriginal students will continue to thrive when they
make the transition to senior school. Part of the work involved
in being part of AIS was consulting with our communities,
including parents, carers, students and staff to acknowledge
what the community sees as the best ways to support students.
A ceremony was held at Sevenoaks Senior College where the
new agreement was signed and several students performed
traditional Aboriginal dances and sang songs from the musical
The Sapphires. Back at Yule Brook College our students were
treated to a sausage sizzle, bouncy castles, games and cake. A
copy of the Aboriginal community agreement will hang at YBC
while the original takes pride of place at SSC.
Young Chozen
Following a performance from
last semester, Blake Young (aka
Young Chozen) made a return
visit to Yule Brook College.
Blake has used rap and music to
overcome some of the struggles
from his early life and uses
his songs to influence other
young people to make positive
changes. He spoke to our
students about positive choices
and how a good mentor can
change your perspective and
your potential.
Blake performed a couple of his
favourite songs, including his
infamous rap using the names
of items that were given to him
by the audience. A couple of
our lucky YBC students played
a game of blindfolded musical
chairs and there were many
s m a l l
rewards
a n d
prizes
on offer.
It
was
a great
day for
all!
Black Swan Theatre Company
Following on with the exciting work that
had begun in Term 2 our amazing drama
students made their final preparations for
their performance pieces.
Working closely with actress and Black
Swan Theatre representative Caitlin
Beresford-Ord the students produced a
Readers’ Theatre rendition of Cloudstreet
and an abridged version of The Sapphires.
Not only were the students involved
on stage but there were also students
working hard behind the scenes in sound
and lighting, set and costume design
and managing the actors backstage.
The performances went over three days,
involving two evening performances
and one matinee for some of the
neighbouring primary school students.
On the final production night our actors
performed for their friends and peers, a
crowd of over 180 people!
As well as extending our deepest
gratitude to Caitlin, we would also like
to thank Mrs Helena Tassone for all of
her hard work in organising Black Swan
Theatre Company to attend the school
and teach our students such wonderful
dramatic skills, and Miss Katherine Gee
who organised many of the costumes and
props that were seen on stage.
At the end of Term 3 our theatre students
were given the wonderful opportunity
to tour the state theatre of Western
Australia. I think all will agree that it
was a memorable excursion and the
students were given a sneak peak at
the real set of Storm Boy which was
currently on show at the centre. The
students also had the opportunity to
spend a good amount of time in the
Heath Ledger Theatre – which was
truly amazing.
Remembering Sandra Hill and Jenny Dawson
Student artwork commissioned for the
Maddington train station
On Friday 15 November some ex-students and Year 10
students who were involved in the artwork created in
2011 for the Maddington train station upgrade went to
the train station for the official unveiling of the art by
Nathan Morton, MLA, federal member for Forrestfield. City
of Gosnells mayor Dave Griffiths was also present for the
occasion.
Nevae Corunna and David Borsic represented the exstudents, Aimee, Monique, Amber, George, Isabela, Joy,
Jess and Natasha were there on behalf of current students,
and Waverley and Ellie accompanied Buffie. David’s mum
and younger brother, Jeremiah, who also participated in
the artwork, attended
the morning as well.
The artworks contain
clay tile inlays based
on the wagyl and these
were designed by Sandra
Hill and Jenny Dawson,
well known Australian
artists. It was great
to see such fantastic
artwork
on
display
in the community for
everyone to admire. The
artwork acknowledges
Maddington as the
last of the traditional
Noongar
corroboree
sites in the south west.
Girls
From Oz
Students and teachers were treated to a special
performance by Girls From Oz as well as some
members of the Australian Girls’ Choir. These
workshops allow students to participate in dancing
and singing, building positive relationships through
music and rhythm. Girls From Oz packed out our YBC
performing arts centre for a little over two periods,
delighting all who participated.
Be active with dance
On Monday 9 September the students were treated to
a dance performance by the Perth City Ballet Company
as part of Be Active with Dance. Brendan the clown
introduced Isaac and Sammy who performed a number
of different types of dances. Isaac performed first
performed a tap routine and later invited five boys
on stage to join him in a
hip-hop number. Sammy
performed The Dying
Swan from Swan Lake and
a scene from the musical
Cats, where she danced
among the audience to
the amusement of the
students.
Photovoice exhibition
In 2013 a group of East Maddington
PS students were part of a project
called Identity on the line, which
was an action research project
undertaken by Save the Children
on the theme of Aboriginal young
people’s street presence. The
students took photos telling a
story about the theme and these
were developed into an exhibition
that was on display at the town
hall.
On Friday 5 December 2014
students from EMPS and YBC who
had been involved attended an
exhibition at the Agonis. Jasmine
Helwig and Shyeim Nicette spoke
eloquently about the project, then
the students and adults involved
painted a pair of totem poles to
mark the occasion and enjoyed a
BBQ lunch together.
Practicum students
For the last few weeks of Term 3 YBC was host to a range of teaching students
from Curtin University. The students, who are studying to become teachers
joined in several classes around the school, teaching a variety of subjects such
as science, English, art and Japanese. All of our praccies were very excited to
be here and some wrote brief articles for our newsletter.
LINDA SAMUELS
I was born in Burma,
which is one of the
Asian countries. I have
been in Australia for
four years. I get joyful
moments and really
like being at Yule
Brook. I learnt new
things from the teachers and I got a lot
of new experiences in just three weeks.
Teachers, staff and students always
helped me when I needed them and
supported me with a warm welcome.
CECELIA MULHERON
I grew up in
the Kimberley
and completed
Year 12 in
Broome. My
major teaching
area is science
and
minor
subject
is
mathematics.
This
prac
experience has reinforced my
decision to study teaching.
BRAD DUNSTAN
I am from Bunbury.
Being here at Yule
Brook has been such
a fun and huge new
experience for me
coming into a new
school and being made
to feel so welcome. The students have been
such good sports, being respectful and
patient as we test out all of our teaching
strategies on them. I will remember all the
support and guidance from all the Year 10
teachers and I thank everyone for such a
fun filled prac.
JANE FERGUSON
My major teaching area is drama.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my
time at Yule Brook College and
it’s unfortunate that it was only a
short prac but I will most definitely
be back in the future. The closeness of the school
community and the warm welcome from staff and
students has made my experience as a prac teacher
much more fulfilling and interactive. The students
at this school are amazingly talented in their own
individual way and from the nurturing of their
teachers and the programmes provided to them, I
can see how much the students benefit from such
greatness and opportunities.
Girls’ academy
YBC’s girls’ academy is an early intervention programme
that was especially developed to encourage attendance of
girls at YBC and build their self confidence and resilience.
Thanks to the hard work and skill of the programme’s
coordinators, Ms Sam Garcia and Ms Buffie Punch, it
is proving to be very successful in achieving this goal.
Our girls have been spending time in the
academy participating in art workshops
and other projects. Being in the academy
allows a chance for girls to talk about any
personal issues or enjoy some quiet time
away from large classes. The girls have
enjoyed a number of excursions such as ice
skating and have been actively involved
in brightening up our school with some
fresh paint and murals.
The girls’ academy has a fresh new
look as it moves from the library to the
refurbished computer lab, closer to the
football academy and giving the girls
access to the art room facilities.
News for primary school students
On Tuesday 3 December YBC was
host to a large group of Year
7 students who will be making
the transition into Year 8 at YBC
next year. The students were
introduced to the new Year 8
Advisory teachers, Ms Sugg, Ms
Glynn, Ms Bennett and Ms Fenn.
The students then broke off into
their Advisory groups and were
able to enjoy some activities
such as using computers, playing
teambuilding and memory games
and participating in some science
experiments.
whirl the ashes towards the
ceiling. Finally, most students
had the chance to observe the
action of detergent added to
food colouring and milk.”
Guest science teacher,
Ms Wagner.
All of our future YBC students
were very positive and joined in
a heated game of long ball for
a future Advisory cup.
Well done to Ms Fenn and her
new Advisory for their first win!
“Year 7s had a taste of science
during their transition to Yule
Brook College. Through safety
glasses, the students watched
a demonstration of one of
the chemical reactions called
elephant’s
toothpaste.
The
reaction was quick, hot and
spectacular!
“The students then lit teabag
tubes and watched air currents
Principal’s morning tea
Twice a term the principal rewards
those students who have been working
consistently well, for example in Advisory,
or perhaps for outstanding attendance
and behaviour, with a principal’s morning
tea. The students are nominated by their
teachers to attend a special morning tea
with Mrs Gee and be recognised for all
of their achievements. Each student also
receives a certificate of commendation as
proof of their hard work.
WA education awards - top 4 winners
Janette and Tracey at the awards
ceremony.
We have an amazing bunch of staff
members here at YBC. Congratulations
to our principal, Janette Gee, and EA
extraordinaire, Tracey Sheikh, on
being selected as Top 4 finalists for
the 2013 WA Education awards in the
following categories:
• WA Secondary Principal of the Year
• WA School Support Staff Member
of the Year.
This is an amazing achievement and
places our school as a ‘Top 4’ winner
yet again!
And again! YBC school community
congratu-lates our principal Janette
Gee on winning the prestigious 2013
Women of Achievement Award.
Janette was presented with the award
at a special ceremony with Director
General Sharyn O’Neill.
The award recognises outstanding
leadership and sustained contribution
to public education in Western
Australia by women and celebrates
great women across a range of roles.
Ms O’Neill said Janette’s commitment
had helped Yule Brook College
maintain its place over the years as
one of the top four secondary schools
in the WA Education Awards.
“Janette strives to ensure all
students achieve to their potential
and that staff are provided with
the
opportunities
to
enhance
their professional knowledge and
understanding,” Ms O’Neill said.
This year two other staff members
have been honoured for their
contribution at Yule Brook and in
recognition were invited to the
WA Education Awards breakfast
celebrations.
The smiling face in our office, Julia
Doig, was also nominated for School
Support Staff Member of the Year.
And
Angie
Sexton-Finck
was
nominated for her leadership in
Aboriginal education, acknowledging
her work in literacy and education
support .
Yule Brook College & Sevenoaks Senior College
Yule Brook College
Sevenoaks
Senior
College
Partners for Success
No matter what the aspiration and ability level of a student,
Yule Brook College and Sevenoaks Senior College work closely
together to ensure that every young person is on a pathway
to success.
Janette Gee, Principal,
Yule Brook College
In 2013 our students will enjoy the facilities at our shared
Trade Training Centre, located at Sevenoaks.
Here’s why students enjoy going to
Sevenoaks:
•They are treated with respect
in a flexible adult learning
environment
•They are offered a variety of
programmes and pathways that
cater for the many different
student ambitions
•Students receive individual
support through the unique
Advocacy programme
•Sporting
and
leadership
opportunities are part of the
comprehensive
extra-curricular
programme
Local Primary Schools
Years K to 7
Bramfield PS
East Maddington PS
East Kenwick PS
Maddington PS
Orange Grove PS
•Student achievements, both in
and out of the classroom, are
frequently acknowledged and
rewarded.
Sevenoaks presents a modern
and practical approach to senior
schooling. They cater for up to
600 Year 11 and 12 students and
their programmes attract students
from across the metropolitan area.
They are the local senior school for
Yule Brook and our students are
given
preferential
enrolment
status. This means they have first
choice of courses.
Yule Brook College
➦
Years 8, 9 and 10
Karen Read, Principal,
Sevenoaks offers a comprehensive
educational
experience
that
is
underpinned by the
philosophy
‘delivering for every child’ which follows
on perfectly from the Yule Brook ethos
of ‘one student at a time’. YBC students
who transition to Sevenoaks find that life
is not so different. Just like at YBC they
are supported by the staff at Sevenoaks
who:
•assist them to make the most of their
opportunities
•support them in their personal
development
•help them achieve their life and
learning goals.
➦
Years 11 and 12
Free transport for all students
Transport is provided free of charge for students travelling to our
senior campus at Sevenoaks Senior College.
Past YBC students graduate at Sevenoaks
Some of the graduating ex Yule Brook College students celebrate with Ms Hooton, Ms Shaw and Mrs Gee.
Photo used with permission from Steves Photography.
In 2013 twenty-six past YBC students graduated from Sevenoaks Senior College.
We extend our congratulations to:
Cultural Navigator Award
Maddison Acosta
Dale Stacey
Travis Armstrong
Anaru Takiwa
Tyrone Bennell
Taylor (TJ) Thomas
David Borsic
Hayden Thorne
Jayden Caldwell
Adela Wasiq
Shae Cole
Jarrad Websdale
Jericho Cuttabutt
Andrew Yarran
Zeniah Dhurrkay
Well done to all of these students,
we are so proud of you!
Yoorala Evans
Ashley Hansen
Bibi Hosseini
Connor Kirk
Jermaine Lewis
Shaun Middleton
Isaiah Morrison
Klay Nicette
Day Day Poe
Mathew Pohl
Sarah Scott
The following students were recognised
as top students in the stated subjects:
Certificate II Automotive Servicing
Shaun Middleton
CISCO Networking Academy
Mathew Pohl
IT Essentials
Mathew Pohl
Technology - Woodwork Stage 1
Sarah Scott
The Cultural Navigator award
is presented to the student
who has taken an active
role in sharing their cultural
knowledge and interests
with members of the school
community. It is awarded to
a student with outstanding
conduct who is a role model
for their peers. We were
very proud to hear that
Andrew Yarran was the
recipient for 2013.
Kertisha Derschaw Award
The Kertisha Derschaw Sports
award is presented to a
student who participates at
a high level in both school
and community sport. We are
very proud of Day Day Poe
for receiving this award.
Football academy
Football academy awards
Harmony Fields Cup
Years 8-10 football carnival
In late Term 3 the Yule Brook football
academy participated in the Harmony Fields
Cup in Maddington. The squad played other
Clontarf academies – Northam, Katanning/
Coodanup, Midwest, Gilmore, Southwest and
Clontarf. Our boys came second! What a
terrific result – congratulations, boys! The
event was very well attended by family and
friends and a wonderful day was had by all.
Congratulations to the following boys who
were part of the Yule Brook academy squad:
Arnold Underwood
Warren Penny
Dylan Wallam
Franklin Winmar
Cedric Anderson
Tyren Maclou
Xavier Dhurrkay
Derek Nannup
Josh Hart
Cody Long
Casey Phillips
Clive Anderson
Travis Ruffin
Claude Lyndon
Byron Hall
Malcolm Bilney
Darryl Bellotti
Gary Hart
Kyle Cockie
Harry Stack
Ian Vagg
Damien Bennell
Brennan Phillips
Arthur Williams
Trumaine Hume
Cameron Riley
Connor Saylor
Coach: Mick Clune
Thank you to all who turned out for the academy
awards night. It was a great night with a great
turnout of parents, teachers, Clontarf partners
and ex students of Yule Brook.
In the one hour ceremony we covered a year
of fun activity, camps, football games and hard
work in the classroom.
The event was opened by ex student Isaiah
Kearing/Blurton who officially welcomed
everyone with a traditional acknowledgement
of country. We thank him greatly for his time
in attending our awards ceremony. He is a
great leader for his people and the Noongar
community. Some of the highlights of the
ceremony were the photo slideshows and music,
the student acceptance speeches, recognition of the community
programmes and of the Year 10 dance group, Yonga Boys.
We were able to acknowledge the efforts of the boys in the
classroom and on the football field.
Congratulations to the award winners below!!
Football - Fairest & Best Award
Education Award
Yr 8: Arthur Williams
Yr 9: Clive Anderson
Yr 10: Derek Nannup
Yr 8: Damien Bennell
Yr 9: Claude Lyndon
Yr 10: Tyren Maclou
Boys who maintained 85%+ attendance for the year:
Yr 8: Damien Bennell, Byron Hansen, Bailey Narkle,
Brennan Phillips, Cameron Riley, Connor Saylor
Yr 9: Clive Anderson, Byron Hall, Dexter Hart, Claude Lyndon
Yr 10: Cedric Anderson, Xavier Dhurrkay, Derek Nannup,
Warren Penny, Franklin Winmar
Yr 11:Billy Williams, Zac Cuttabutt
Special Mention: Boys who maintained 100% attendance
for the year:
Yr 8: Arthur Williams
Yr 10: Arnold Underwood
CLONTARF PILLARS AWARDS for:
Leadership
Derek Nannup
Education
Tyren Maclou
Football most improved Xavier Dhurrkay
Football training award Cedric Anderson
Employment
Billy Williams & Zac Cuttabutt
Spirit of Clontarf Award Cedric Anderson
YBC Literacy Awards
(MultiLit) Cameron Riley &
Malcolm Bilney
Athletics carnival
This year’s athletics carnival was a fantastic day. Students started the
day by competing in each field event which included shot put, discus,
long jump, triple jump and high jump. Each student tried their best to
gain points for their Advisory and their house team.
After the field events it was time for the track events which included
the 800m, 60m hurdles, 100m and the relays. This is where the students’
competitiveness really started to heat up. With the temperature
peaking at 32 degrees the 800 m became a challenge just to finish. A
highlight of the 800 was the final 100 metres when Casey and Arnold
battled it out to claim personal victory. The 60m hurdles were full of
‘stacks’ but the students never gave up. Mable managed to clear all
the hurdles to pip Kameesha on the line in a very close race.
The 100 metre sprint event had the crowd on their feet and there were
plenty of close races which gave the judges some headaches. To finish
off we played a game of leaderball and finished with the relay events.
The students ran their hearts out all day and I couldn’t be more proud
of all of them. The students had the opportunity to race the teachers
in the 4 x 100 metre relay. The students were no match for Ms Glynn,
Jo, Mr Marks and Mr Meredith running away with an easy victory.
I had a fantastic day and I would like to thank all teachers, parents,
carers and students who took part in the day. Mr Chesterfield
Congratulations to our winners:
Year 8 Champion boy: Connor Saylor
Year 8 Runner up boy: Damien Bennell
Year 8 Champion girl: Nirella Headland
Year 8 Runner up girl: Caitlyn Keyser
Year 9 Champion boy: Casey Phillips
Year 9 Runner up: Travis Ruffin
Year 9 Champion girl: Kameesha Anderson
Year 9 Runner up girl: Tara Hayes
Year 10 Champion boy: Arnold Punch
Year 10 Runner up boy: Cedric Anderson
Year 10 Champion girl: Monique Matesich
Year 10 Runner up girl: Taylar Brunet
Year 8 Advisory winner: Mr Meredith
Year 9 Advisory winner: Mr Chesterfield
Year 10 Advisory winner: Miss Bennett
Brierty’s courtyard makeover
We thank and acknowledge the generosity of the following companies who also
generously donated goods and services.
A BIG THANK YOU TO
BRIERTY’S
OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS,
ONCE AGAIN!
Once again Brierty have been
very generous in volunteering
their employees, expertise and
resources to assist our college.
Last year the company provided
assistance to reticulate our
oval. This year the company
and its employees have
renovated an existing unused
courtyard to provide a multiuse space for students and
staff and beautified the new
girls’ academy. The project
ran over four days with Brierty
employees volunteering their
services. We are so grateful
for their generosity!
Thank you again, Brierty!!!
Cadets
The cadets have certainly been an active bunch this
semester with many excursions and trips out of the
school. These wonderful students have challenged
themselves to try new things and participate in all
the activities that were presented to them.
Bickley adventure
The cadets went to the Bickley outdoor recreation
camp. They undertook a couple of exciting
challenges such as a vertical climb, canoeing and
the leap of faith where the students leapt off a
giant platform and had to grab hold of a trapeze!
“We began the leap of faith. We climbed a three
storey podium and were fitted with a safety
harness. At the top there was a diving board and a
bell. We had to ring the bell, jump off and grab on
to the trapeze. Sounds pretty easy? It wasn’t! I was
the only one able to jump and grab the trapeze
but unfortunately my grip wasn’t strong enough
and I fell. Fortunately my harness held me. It was a
good feeling.” Connor Whelan
A big thank you to all students who have been
involved in the YBC cadets programme throughout
2013. Thanks also to all YBC staff for your continued
support in allowing students to participate in the
cadets programme partly during class time. Once
again the cadets programme has seen YBC students
from all years participate in team games and
outdoor sports activities, plus volunteer with local
wildlife conservation and landcare projects. As with
previous years there were plenty of opportunities
to make new friends, have fun, take on new
challenges, learn new skills, work as a team and
serve the local community. Farewell and thanks
go out to a number of faithful Year 10 students
who left us at the beginning of Term 3 to focus
on other school commitments in their final year at
YBC. These students are Aimee Barrington, Nathan
Dawe, Rhiannan Evans, Ema McNair, Malia Tumaai,
Keith Houghton and Jessica Pettit. Cadets will start
up again in Term 1 of 2014. Thanks again from Peter
Ripley, Cheryl Bettridge and Anne Vainsar.
Leeuwin sail
On Thursday 28 November the
cadets team accompanied by
Peter, Anne and Ms Fenn took a
trip to Fremantle to sail aboard
the replica tall ship Leeuwin. Our
cadets were joined by students
and teachers from several other
schools who were also looking
for challenge and adventure. Our
kind crew split all of the students
into colour coded team ‘watches’
and led us aboard. They then
showed us how to hoist the sails,
which we did in our coloured
watch, and we were underway.
Throughout the course of our
voyage we participated in several
activities, including steering the
ship, navigating, rope tying and
climbing along the bow. We also
learnt quite quickly which side of
the boat was most appropriate if
you were going to be sick. Our
cadets braved the rough seas,
participated in all the activities
and made fast friends with the
other student on board. Despite
a few green faces I think that our
cadets really enjoyed themselves!
YBC staff farewells
Chaplaincy
It has been great
working
with
students,
staff
and volunteers
at YBC this year
and continuing
to see what
Big
Picture
education looks
like in the life
of the school
community here.
Highlights of my involvement in 2013
include:
•Mentoring and providing pastoral
and spiritual care as a member of
YBC student services team
•Assisting in a number of Year 8 and
9 classes on a regular basis over the
year
•Seeing the lunch club team continue
to consolidate and serve snack food
to YBC students and staff two days
a week
•Planning and facilitating YBC Cadets
with Cheryl Bettridge during the
year
•Contributing to YBC’s community involvement with local churches and
Landcare groups
•Seeing breakfast club continue to
meet physical and social needs of
students and staff at YBC before
school on Tuesdays and Fridays
•Running a weekly grief and loss
workshop during Term 4 as part of
YBC’s Seasons for growth grief and
loss programme.
I like to reward the volunteers in the
school with an occasional afternoon
tea and I would like to now publicly
thank our volunteers on behalf
of the whole school community –
Centrepoint and Real Life churches,
Alexandra in home economics, Ann
Vainsar, our stalwart mentor and
cadet instructor, Tracey Sheikh, P&C
president and Mo, maths and science
tutor and homework club coordinator.
We hope to continue our fabulous
relationship with you all next year.
Blessings
Peter Ripley – YBC Chaplain
After such an exciting year at YBC we are sad to say that some
of our fantastic staff will be leaving us. These members of staff
have been vital to the school, teaching wonderful programmes
or providing integral support for students. We wish all of our
staff the best of luck in the future and look forward to seeing
them achieve even greater things.
Janette Gee
Mrs Gee has been the principal of
Yule Brook College since 2010 and
under her guidance the school has
gone from strength to strength. Mrs
Gee has always been a positive leader
in the school, allowing both staff and
students to come and chat with her.
Mrs Gee will always be remembered
for being vibrant and enthusiastic and
that one time she brought Ashton Kutcher into the school.
Doug Dearle
Mr Dearle has been an assistant
associate principal to YBC while Mr
Lowry has been recovering from his
surgery since the middle of September.
Even though he has only been with us
such a short time Mr Dearle has been
working closely with students and
staff and has ensured that everything runs like clockwork.
Thank you, Mr Dearle, for all your hard work.
Marc Chesterfield
Mr Chesterfield has been a teacher here
at YBC since the beginning of 2012. He
currently has a Year 9 Advisory group
and teaches PE and health classes. Mr
Chesterfield is responsible for organising
a lot of our sports days and excursions
and has always been a positive influence
for both staff and students. We wish Mr
Chesterfield the best of luck in the future.
Eva Haynes
Mrs Haynes has been our technology
and enterprise home economics assistant
here at Yule Brook College since second
semester of 2010. Mrs Haynes has been
working hard with students, working on
their individual projects. She provided
much needed support for students. Thank
you, Mrs Haynes, and good luck.
YBC staff farewells
Abigail
Armstrong
Mrs Armstrong has
been
our
cooking
teacher
this
year
and has made it her
mission to teach our
students about good
food and how to safely
and quickly prepare a
healthy meal. Students
have become mini master chefs under her
guidance. Thank you, Mrs Armstrong, and best
of luck in the future.
Caryll Brown
Mrs Brown has been
our registrar since Term
3 this year. Though she
is tucked away in the
front office Caryll has
been vital in making
sure that all of the
school activities run
smoothly. Caryll has
been working tirelessly and so efficiently that
she makes it all seem so easy. She has been a
great support to all staff and students and will
be sorely missed. Thank you, Caryll.
Kevin Wallace
Mr Wallace has been
our D and T technician
since the beginning
of 2010. Here on a
part time basis, Mr
Wallace has been
teaching our students
practical skills such as
woodworking. Many
of our students have
been able to proudly
show off their finished products thanks to Mr
Wallace’s fine guidance. Thank you, Mr Wallace,
and good luck in the future.
Wayne Young
Wayne has been a member of
the Clontarf Football Academy
for the last two years,
helping to run the football
programme here at YBC.
Wayne has ensured that our
Aboriginal boys achieve their
best and remain motivated in
school and in their sporting lives. He has been
providing valuable support to all students and
staff and will be missed. Good luck with the
new academy, Wayne!
Jo Farrer
Jo
has
been
an
Aboriginal and Islander
education
officer
(AIEO) here at YBC
this year. Jo has been
a great assistant in
many classes, helping
students to achieve
their best. He has been
working closely with
the Clontarf Football Academy and makes sure
all of our Aboriginal boys and girls are achieving
their full potential. Thank you for all your help,
Jo, and best of luck in the future. We will miss
you greatly.
Angela Hooton
Last but not least, Ms
Hooton is going to
be taking some well
earned leave next year.
She will be back in 2015
but we want to wish
her a great break. Make
sure to catch up on your
rest and relaxation!
Yule Brook College
– ‘One student at a time’
A Big Picture Inspired School
Since 2007, Yule Brook College has
been a Big Picture inspired school.
This means that we focus on
nurturing each child’s individual
interests by creating for them their
own education programme that takes their individual
needs, interests and abilities into account.
Our students are encouraged to apply what they learn in
school to real life experience through community based
internships with mentors who share the student’s interests.
What Yule Brook College
Can Offer Students
Small class sizes by design – small classes (Advisory
groups) of 12-15 students allow teachers to develop
strong relationships with students and their families
supported by a strong pastoral care team.
Individual Learning Plans – each student works
together with their Advisory teacher and parents/
caregivers to create a learning plan specific to their
needs and interests.
Authentic Assessment – students take responsibility
for their own learning by regularly exhibiting what
they have achieved to parents/carers and their
teacher.
Family Partnerships – your child’s learning is enhanced
through regular direct contact between teachers
and parents/carers, creating a safe and nurturing
environment that values the importance of family.
Community Partnerships – each student has a
mentor based in the community who shares the
student’s interests and who becomes part of the
student’s learning team. These internships keep
learning relevant.
• YBC is nationally recognised as a leader in
‘Big Picture’ education.
• Our motto is ‘one student at a time’ because
we design individual learning programmes
for every student.
• Families are valued members of our learning
community.
• Class sizes are small and this allows more
individual attention for students.
• Students are welcomed in Year 7 to YBC by
their learning team, who support them in
their learning journey from Years 8 to 10
and into senior school.
• Our senior campus is Sevenoaks Senior
College for Years 11 and 12, which offers
a wider range of courses than most senior
high schools.
• The College runs targeted literacy and
numeracy programmes with proven success.
• Our internship programme is unique in
providing access to real life learning
experiences.
Our Vision
Yule Brook College is a small, caring
and supportive learning community
that encourages students to achieve
their potential through the approach of
‘one student at a time’.
We have a strong focus on:
•the development of social skills
•emotional wellbeing
•respect
•values.
This gives our students the best possible
foundation to become responsible,
active participants in the community.
Yule Brook College is an
Independent Public School
• small classes • girls’ academy • football academy • friendly teachers •
• fitness centre • Hillside Farm • family partnerships • respect •
• values • pastoral care • cadets • community partnerships •
• follow your passions • student internships • academic success •
• Independent Public School • Aboriginal Innovation School •
Y u l e B ro o k
College

YBC News Semester 2 2013

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