secondary newsletter - Islamic College of Brisbane

ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF BRISBANE
SECONDARY NEWSLETTER
V OLUME 2 I SSUE 2
F ROM
THE
Over the past two weeks
students have been busy
completing a couple of
pieces of feedback. The
first was a whole of Secondary School survey
relating to Well Being.
There is more detail
about this later in the
newsletter.
The second survey was
aimed at Years 9 and 10
and will form the basis of
a Careers and Transitions programme. Career Voyage asks a series
of questions relating to a
student’s preferences
e.g. What subjects do
they like? Do they like
working alone or in
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groups? Would they
prefer inside or outside
work? etc. The program
then guides them to a
preferred area of career
for consideration. It
also makes suggestions
about the type of job
that they may be suited
to and the level of qualification for that job. As
mentioned this is the
basis of a full Secondary
School programme that
will help inform student
decision making. More
information can be
found at http://jiigcal.com.au/
careervoyage/
subjects to our Junior
Secondary students.
New offerings include
Visual Arts and Drama.
Some of the Year 8 Art
work is featured elsewhere in this newsletter.
Finally, I wish our Years
7 and 9 the best for their
NAPLAN testing next
week.
at ICB for 12 years and is
the Coordinator for Year
11.

Sunday May 8th—CPAC
Meeting 9.00am

Tuesday/Wednesday/
Thursday
10th/11th/12th May—
NAPLAN testing for Years
7 and 9

Friday 13th May—Year
10 Speech Competition

Monday 16th-Friday 20th
May—YOUTH WEEK
celebrations

Monday 16th May—
Senior School Speech
Competition

Thursday 19th May—
Secondary Cross Country
Carnival
I N SIDE
This year ICB introduced a number of new
T EACHER F EATURE Mr Darko Bašić has been
UPCOMING
EVENTS:
and Year 12 Physics teacher and teaches Year 9 and
Year 10 Mathematics.
Originally from Bosnia,
Obviously students in Year Darko spent three years in
11 have Academics as their Germany before moving to
primary focus but there are Australia. Having missed
still the day to day chalseveral years of his educalenges of adolescence to
tion, he completed his
deal with. Mr Bašić has his Year 12 Education at the
hands full but is very ably
tender age of 21. He then
supported by the Year 11
went on to gain an Engiteam of Chris Daykin and
neering degree before
Emilie Hopper.
moving into his preferred
vocation of teaching.
Darko is also ICB’s Year 11
TH IS ISSUE :
S TUDENT W ELL
B EING
2
C O UNSELL OR ’ S
2
COR NER
3
P ADUA AND M T
A LVERNIA C OLLEGES
YEAR 8A ARTWORK
3
M EDICAL M ATTERS
4
C OLLEGE M AGAZINE 4
M EDICAL M ATTER S 4
P OETRY
COMPETITIO N
4
SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP
4
P AGE 2
WELL BEING
Over the past week students in the Secondary School have
been completing a well-being questionnaire designed by the
Centre for Positive Psychology at University of Melbourne.
The Well-being Profiler, measures well-being in 6 domains as
identified in research literature as important indicators of
youth well-being.
1. Psychological Well-being: Young people's beliefs and
attitudes about their own value, their outlook on life, and their
engagement with life.
2. Cognitive Well-being: Young people's perception of
their quality of life, competence and accomplishments and
their capacity to be mindful in the present moment.
3. Emotional Well-being and Strengths: Young people's
perceived ability to manage their emotions and their ability to
use their strengths in their daily lives.
4. Social Well-being: Young people's perceived quality of
relationships with their parents, teachers, peers and community. This domain also taps into the presence of bullying, loneliness and pro-social behaviours.
5. Physical Well-being: Young people's perception of their
general physical health, their physical appearance and their
quality of sleep.
6. Economic Well-being: Young people's perception of
economic stability in their home environment.
The group results will be used to identify priorities in developing a well-being programme for our students. This will start
with our first staff workshop on Friday 13th May with an organisation called Open Mind Education.
To find out more about the Well Being Profiler visit:
http://wbprofiler.com/
SECONDARY NEWSLETTER
Counsellor’s
Corner
School counsellors, through mutually respectful
partnerships, improve, maintain and promote
emotional, social, physical and mental wellbeing
and support whole school approaches that encourage and enhance life-long learning. The information you share with the school counsellor would
be kept confidential/private unless there is a threat
to your life or safety.
Role of school counsellor:
 Identify and understand issues facing students
 Initiate and manage preventative mental health
programs and interventions
 Assist teachers, parents and students to resolve
issues and problems
 Support and Guide students through their academic journey
The school counsellor can help with:
Learning difficulties
Time Management
Jobs exploration
Careers
Job Interviews, Resume, Cover Letters
Grief, Anxiety, Depression
Relationship Issues
Student Development
Bullying/ Cyber Bullying
Identity Crisis
Integration
Family problems
Parenting skills
Worries, Concerns and others issues
How can you contact the counsellor?
Students are welcome to access the counsellor
directly if any issue arises. There is also a mail
box in front of the counselling room, where students can leave their details for the counsellor to
contact them.
Parents: Call to make an appointment directly
with the counselling office or ask teacher
Via email: [email protected]
P AGE 3
V OLUME 2 I SSUE 2
PADUA AND MT ALVERNIA COLLEGES
MEET ICB
At the Islamic College of Brisbane, we pride ourselves on our many connections and affiliations with several public and
private schools such as John Paul College, All Hallows High School, Brisbane State High, Brisbane Christian College,
Stretton State College and several other state high schools. One of the many ongoing traditions at ICB, is the annual visit
from Padua and Mt Alvernia Colleges. Through friendship and mutual bonds, this year we were blessed with the presence
of over 100 of their students. On the 27th of April, we provided both visiting schools with the opportunity to learn and
gain as much from us, as we did from them when we visited their colleges in the heart of the city, last year.
Hosted by vice captain, Sairah Rehman, our presentations ranged from a brief on the history of ICB and its events, by college captains Azeez and Azeezat Bodija, to an inspirational speech by Imam Riyaaz, highlighting the importance of peace
and harmony within wider communities and insightful reflections of Islam and Australian Muslims by Mr Simpson.
Through the senior girls’ hard work with the Islamic department and its staff members, we were able to show the students
from Mt Alvernia, the different types of Hijab, giving them the opportunity to try on ‘niqaabs’ , ‘abayas’ and ‘jilbabs’ in
what proved to be educating and humorous for all. Aside from this, we also had presentations on these topics as well as the
concepts of Halal and Haram and the different cultures in Islam. The bbq lunch we shared together, proved that, even with
all our differences and similarities, we meet in the middle once again, with our love and appreciation for good food.
On behalf of the Islamic College of Brisbane we would like to thank Mt Alvernia College and Padua College for their ongoing support and friendship with our community. Thank you for hosting and visiting us each year, we appreciate all your
efforts and we predict our friendship will continue to flourish in the many years to come.
-Azeezat Bodija (College Captain)
Students and staff from ICB and Padua College
Students and staff from ICB and Mt Alvernia College
Some 8A Artwork
Fatima Osman
Aqsa Khan
Aqeelah Buksh
Maheen Muhammad
Medical Matters
SOME HEALTHY HINTS
DON’T STAY UP LATE
Most people don’t get enough sleep. Yet sleep
contributes to our health, mood and productivity.
Sleep deprivation can lead to depression, obesity,
accidents and stress. Most people need 8 hours a
night. SHORT NAPS (less than 30 mins.) can
boost energy and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Social Media workshop
Be empowered to make a difference by addressing social issues
you feel passionate about through social media. Challenge racism, inequality and extremist ideology by learning the skills you
need to enhance your creativity and achieve global reach.
Explore positive community messages online ad use the latest
content generation tools to create appealing and compelling social media campaigns.
The workshop will be facilitated by Kuranda Seyit in collaboration with Social Media AOK.
EXERCISE
Exercise can reduce the risk of heart attack, obesity and developing diabetes. It can lift your mood
and give you more energy. As a minimum, try for
30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking each day.
Who should participate? This workshop is aimed at youth
(18-25 years) but younger students (>15 years) may attend with
an adult.
DRINK WATER
Water is vital for good health. An insufficient water intake can lead to tiredness and headaches. We
need 1.5 – 2L day and more in the tropics... It is
important before and after exercise too!
About the facilitator: Kuranda Seyit is a film maker and community activist and holds Masters in Peace and Conflict Studies.
In 2015 he made a documentary for ABC TV titled “By Compass
and Quran: History of the Muslim Cameleers”. His passion is
developing young leaders for the future and in building a positive
image of Islam in Australia. He appears regularly in media representing the Muslim community and is currently the Secretary
of the Islamic Council of Victoria.
WASH YOUR HANDS
80% of colds and flu viruses are transmitted by
hand-to-hand contact – door handles, computer
key boards, taps etc. Wash your hands with soap
and water after you blow your nose or sneeze and
always before touching your food.
What should you bring? Don’t forget to bring along your
smartphone or tablet to participate in interactive workshop activities. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.
Time & Date: 9.00am to 4.00pm, Saturday 7th May 2016
Location: Park Regis North Quay—293 North Quay, Brisbane
Information: Contact Kuranda on 0412 318 045 of [email protected]
ANZAC DAY POETRY
TAKE A MOMENT
Let’s take a moment of silence to think,
Of all those soldiers who laid their lives on the brink,
And those who lost a foe, family or friend,
We will stand alongside them until the very end.
2016 School Magazine
Secondary students have been involved in numerous
activities already this year. There have been excursions
and whole school events like Senior Leadership Induction, Interhouse Swimming Carnivals, Harmony day,
and the ANZAC Day Commemoration. As the year
progresses there will be many more notable events.
In the past, events like these have been featured in the
school magazine. Traditionally, the articles are written
by students. You are a student, you were maybe there
at the event? Why not submit one of those articles?
What form should it take? Short article, Captioned photograph, Cartoon, Diorama? Do not let me stifle your
creativity. Questions? See Mr Bašić.
For the men from dawn to dusk, would fight,
For the women who would walk, from day to night,
For the children left orphaned amidst the war,
In fear, watched their fathers walk out the door
Then came the wonder, the fields of red,
A reminder of all the tears and bloodshed,
Amongst the dark, a glimpse of light glows,
In Flanders field, the red poppy grows.
As the sun rises, with all of its glory,
With the ANZAC day march, we remember our history,
To the ANZAC’s, the nation is truly in debt,
For their sacrifice,
LEST WE FORGET.
Aleisha Karfizi 7A