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JUNE ISSUE 2016
2016 Administration Team
Mrs Kyrra Mickelborough
Principal
Acting Principal | Kyrra Mickelborough ([email protected])
Deputy Principal | Darrell Crimson ([email protected])
Deputy Principal | Rob Symons ([email protected])
Acting Deputy Principal | Janelle Leslie ([email protected])
Business Services Manager | Ursula Dux ([email protected])
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It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the third newsletter
for 2016. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mrs
McDonald, Mrs Berendt, our Business students and our partner
Glenn Goiser from GT Concepts for their collaborative efforts
with our school newsletter. I look at the pages of our newsletter
with such pride, not only in the beautiful photos and professional
layout but more importantly for the activities and events
offered to our students and supported by our wonderful staff to
enrich Deception Bay State High School students’ schooling
experience.
NAPLAN
We saw the completion of the NAPLAN test by our Year 7 & 9 students as well as others across Australia, in recent
weeks. I am so proud of the efforts of our students and their commitment to doing their best.
I would like to make special mention of the NAPLAN team dedicated to supporting our students and ensuring
they did not become overwhelmed during NAPLAN. Mr Symons, our Master Teacher Mrs Teata, our Year Level
Coordinators Ms Bates and Ms Kelly and all Year 7 & 9 LEAP teachers. I would also like to thank Mrs Leighton and
her team of volunteers who provided breakfast and fruit during each day of testing.
I know that there have been many opponents of the NAPLAN test but I believe there are also huge benefits.
The challenge of external assessment can be overwhelming, therefore building our students confidence and test
readiness is critical.
GROWTH MINDSET
We need to be flexible and creative in our thinking in trying to support students. DBSHS is committed to the philosophy of Growth
Mindset and the work of Carol Dweck and I encourage all families to embrace Growth Mindset in your interactions with your
children.
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1) Have daily learning discussions
At dinner, in the car or at bedtime, take time to ask and
Principal’s Report
share the answers to these types of questions:
“What did you learn to day?” (I LOVE this – so much
better than “How was your day?”)
“What mistake did you make that taught you something?”
2) Give feedback on process only
Praise effort, persistence, strategies, seeking challenges,
setting goals, planning, or using creative strategies.
3) Do you know brains can grow
Explain to kids how the brain can grow stronger and that
intelligence can improve throughout your life. Intelligence
is not fixed. It’s changeable.
4) Encourage risk, failing and learning from mistakes
Now is the time to let our kids risk and fail. Failure teaches
our kids important life lessons. For one, it’s how they learn
resiliency.
5) Encourage and model positive self talk
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL PARENTS, CARERS AND VISITORS TO
THE SCHOOL
All parents, carers and visitors to the school must report firstly to the school Administration to sign in and to make an appointment to
see the person they need to see.
Please do not go directly to staff rooms or classrooms under any circumstances.
These processes are in place to help protect students and ensure that the school remains a safe and secure environment.
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Hi Glenn,
This is coming up as blank boxes for
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Can we please just remove these pics.
2016 Festival Program:
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STEM Fest Workshop – Wednesday 8th June (9am-2pm at QUT Gardens Point)
Students will be inspired by presentations & workshops aligned with the theme of Drones, Droids & Robots. Students will hear about
cutting-edge robotics research and learn to program Spheros and OzoBots. Note: Transport will be organised & sponsored by QUT.
STEM Fest Inquiry - 4th June to 13th August
Students will prepare for a group robotics challenge at the STEM Fest Showcase Evening. Each school will be allocated a pre-service
teacher and have access to Robotics and STEM ambassadors to work with the school throughout the inquiry phase. Note: Robotics
equipment will be provided to schools by QUT for the inquiry phase.
STEM Fest Showcase Evening – Thursday 13th August (2.00 - 7.00pm at MSSC)
Students will showcase and celebrate their learning as they compete in a group robotics challenge. The evening will bring together
students, parents, the community and academics to acknowledge outstanding achievement for STEM students in the Moreton Bay
Region. Schools/ parents will be responsible for transport to and from Murrumba State Secondary College.
For further details refer to the Moreton Bay STEM Fest website www.stemfest.com.au
Moreton Bay STEM Fest
Beginning in 2015, Moreton Bay STEM Fest is an annual event held in state secondary schools in the Moreton Bay Region. STEM
Fest aims to promote interest in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in students from Years 7, 8
and 9 in a three phase approach (see below). STEM Fest was established through an interest and passion in Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics from state secondary schools in the Moreton Bay Region along with support from QUT, The Wonder of
Science, the Queensland STEM Education Network, Step Up and Australian Government Department of Education. Every year, STEM
Fest is based on the National Science Week theme which in 2016 is “Drones, Droids and Robots”.
Students in 7A & 8A Science have been invited to participate in the STEM Fest 2016. This is a wonderful opportunity for students
to explore robotics & work with university based mentors. STEM Fest provides students with a genuine extension opportunity in the
areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, well beyond what they would normally experience in their high schools.
Parents and the community are a part of the STEM Fest project, and are invited to attend the Showcase Evening held during Science
Week at Murrumba State Secondary College.
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NAPLAN
NAPLAN has commenced and finished for 2016. Three days of testing is a big ask for any year level, and
our Year 7s and 9s focus, behaviour and application was exemplary for each of the NAPLAN tests. We
are very proud of the way you performed, and look forward to seeing further improvement in our results
come August/September!
Mr Darrell Crimson Deputy Principal
Year 7 & 12
An enormous thank you needs to go to the hard working staff who organized, supervised and
encouraged our students during the tests, and also to the Year 7 and 9 teachers who so diligently
prepared our students for NAPLAN, preventing unnecessary anxiety and stress on the days. Special
thanks also go to the dedicated Hospitality staff, Mrs McDonald, Mrs Leighton and her ASPIRE students,
as well as Mr Worsfold as several of his Futures students, who prepared delicious ‘toasties’ on the B.B.Q
each morning of the tests, as well as fruit platters between the test breaks, ensuring our students had
full bellies to perform at their best. This is just another example of teamwork from the whole school
community to ensure quality student outcomes at Deception Bay State High.
Several students were nominated by their teachers for their application, effort and behavior during
the NAPLAN tests. These students went into a draw, and the following were winners of the draw and
received an award for NAPLAN application:
Year 7
Mr Rob Symons Deputy Principal
Year 9 & 11
Lachy Allen
Danielle Beards
Amber Garner
Pepe Makara
Alyssa Talasilia
Elim Aviga
Isabella Cobcroft
Henslahval Lilo
Tanek Mock
Skye Whelan
Year 9
Caitlin Bowden
Alisi Folau
Brooklyn Garner
Valesa Leului
Jessie Televave
Deputy Principal NEWS
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Mrs Janelle Leslie
Acting Deputy
Principal Year 8 & 10
Teleigha Fiorin
Brooke Ford
Braedan Hetaraka
Tahlia Martin
Paul Tukuaoga
ATTENDANCE –
In recent years we have made significant progress with the increase in expectations and accountability
around student effort, behavior and attendance. We put a lot of time and work into these 3 areas with
students at Deception Bay State High School, as they all work together and play a significant role in
producing the best learning outcomes possible for our students.
The past 3 years have seen 100% of our graduating Year 12 cohorts receiving a Queensland Certificate
of Education (QCE). We can guarantee the same results for future graduating cohorts, and can ensure
younger cohorts are achieving to the best of their ability, provided that students do one simple thing –
show up and actively attend school!
‘EVERY DAY COUNTS’
Mr Ben Huxley - Acting
Deputy Principal
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As parents, we require your support to help us ensure that your child is attending school everyday. In
cases where students may be sick, attending external appointments, or are late for school, please notify
our office staff and ensure that all absences are explained. We do issue consequences for lateness and
unexplained or unapproved absences from school to students, so please ensure correct procedures are
followed.
Thank you for your cooperation with respect to student attendance and for being part of Deception Bay
State High School’s continual improvement agenda.
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UQ Sunflower Competition
This year, Deception Bay SHS participated in the
University of Queensland Sunflower competition.
Students from Year 10 and 11 Horticulture researched
secret recipes to make their sunflower grow strong
and tall. The aim of the competition was to grow
the heaviest or the tallest sunflower. Some of the
sunflowers didn’t make it past the holidays after being
devoured by some grasshoppers and not receiving
enough rain. Of those that
sunflowers that survived,
two groups from Year 11
won the heaviest sunflowers
and the winner of the tallest
sunflower went to Mr Bank’s
10 Horticulture class. Well
done to all the students that
participated.
Miss Richardson
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+ Fun hands-on
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From Farm to Feast
In Week 5, Year 9 Hospitality students
attended an excursion to Maleny Dairies.
This excursion aligned with the unit they
are studying ‘Farm to Feast.’ The students
took a guided tour around the dairy farm
exploring the process from the cows being
milked to the bottling procedure. Students
also had the chance to hand feed some noisy
pigs, chickens and baby calves and watch a
cow being milked by hand. Some students
even had some milk fresh from the cow!
In the media of late, the plight of dairy
farmers across Australia has had consumers
turning their back on big brands and
supporting locally produced dairy products.
This excursion proved to be beneficial with
students making real world connections
about the Farm to Feast process whilst
developing their knowledge of the need to
support local Australian industries.
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ENRICHMENT NEWS
On the 19th of May, 33 students from Moreton Downs SS and
Deception Bay North SS visited our school to participate in a
Japanese extension program. Students spent the day in the LOTE
building with our Japanese teachers Mr Baisden and Ms Power and
our pre-service teacher Jordan Meiers.
Throughout the day, the primary school students participated in
three intensive language learning sessions where they learnt new
communication skills and practiced their Japanese. In the final
session, students wrote and performed role-plays demonstrating
what they had learnt.
The program was a huge success and we received positive
feedback from the primary students and their teachers. A special
thank you to Taalolo Tupai and Ranshika Krishor who helped out
during one of the sessions and made the students feel welcome at
Deception Bay SHS. We are looking forward to having our feeder
primary schools visit again for the next Japanese extension day
which will be held in term 3.
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Exploring Green Zones –
On the 23rd of May students from the Year 11/12 Marine
Science class visited NudgeeBeach Environmental Education
Centre. The purpose of this visit was for students to observe
first hand the management of a Green zone (Marine National
Park) and gain an insignt into the importance of conservation.
Students immensly enjoyed all the activities which included
canoeing in Nudgee Creek, water testing and handling a fresh
water crocodile.
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Yr 11 Marine Science Excursion
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School Wide Positive Behaviour Update
Another month has gone by and another lot of SWPB Students of the Month winners. Congratulations to the students below, they have earnt
the most VIVO points in their Year Level due to their consistency in following the school rules of Respect, Cooperation, Learning & Safety.
SWPB April Award Winners
Year Level
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Student
Dwayne Werahiko
Luke Ryan
Jai May
Esmarel Jahjah
Caleb Lampard
Baz Samson
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Vivo
Friday the 27th of May was another VIVO rewards day where students were able to redeem the points they’ve been earning from their
teachers for a variety of rewards. Some rewards that were accessed were Lunch with the Principal (where two of our Deputies, Mr Crimson
& Mr Symons, stepped in for Mrs Mickelborough), Free Dress, VIP Seating on Assembly as well as Detention Redemption vouchers. Student
are reminded they can redeem these vouchers anytime ahead of a Rewards Day.
Thursday of Week 11 will be a End of Semester Rewards Day where students will be able to redeem their points for a variety of events such
as Movie tickets, Ten Pin Bowling, among other activities. Stay tuned for more information and students should keep checking their points to
see if they are on track.
Mrs McDonald
SWPB Committee
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Year 9 Camp
On Monday the 23rd May, Year 9 students & teachers
ventured to Luther Heights Youth Camp in Coolum and
participated in various activities to expand our potential and
help us realize our strengths.
Year 9s participated in a lot of activities, but I can certainly
say that everyone’s favourite was the “flying fox.” Students
were able to encourage each other which led to many
students feeling supported to face their fears. The flying fox
was a staggering 200 metres (the size of 2 football fields) and
the highest point reached was 20 metres above ground.
The camp provided the most delicious food that pleased
everyone. Students were served lasagne, BLTs, and
for breakfast, eggs and bacon with toast and pancakes.
We cannot forget about the desserts as students happily
devoured the scrumptious warm chocolate brownies with
chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Of course, we can’t forget to mention the breathtaking view
that overlooked the beautiful beach. Some students even
woke up at 6am to see the spectacular sunrise over the
ocean.
The Year 9 Deception Bay State High Students would like to
thank the camp for their activities and for encouraging us to
try the activities we wouldn’t normally do. Hopefully leaving all
the students with the sense they accomplished something. All
students performed exceptionally. The camp manager even
made a wonderful comment saying we were “excellent” and
“great ambassadors for the school.”
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Overall Year 9 camp was an amazing experience that
everyone enjoyed participating in and it was a fun-packed,
exciting three days off school.
Sara Maskill & Chantelle Hissey
Junior Secondary Captains
It Moves!!
Year 8 Visual Arts this Term undertook a newly designed Sculpture Unit. The students were tasked with creating an assemblage, a three
dimensional work created from found objects. The assemblages had to kinetic, meaning they had to move or imply movement.
According to Mr Simmonds, the Head of Department for Visual Arts, (and class teacher), the students really lifted when presented with this
challenge, producing some amazing objects. He stated, “I was unsure how they’d go, since there’s loads of new concepts attached to this task.”
He was delighted with the outcomes as they were, “…highly creative pieces of sculpture.”
Students will be holding a “pop up” exhibition in Week 9 to showcase their work to the school.
The Art Department
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Hospitality Work Experience
Week 6 & 7 this term saw another group of students from
Hospitality attend Work Experience in Industry. This time, it was
the Year 11 students’ turn to get out into the workplace to learn
about the Hospitality Industry & a range of occupations within it.
Work Experience is vital to students in completing Hospitality
as they must complete a large number of shifts to attain
the Certificate II & III. However, it is also a very worthwhile
experience to extend students outside of this course. It gives
them an opportunity to get into the real world of employment &
find out what a job involves, develop skills that will be recognised
in other workplaces, improve communication skills & the ability
to work in a team as well as understand the world of work as a
whole. For many students, they are stepping out of their comfort
zone & building confidence & resilience as they head into work,
often for the very first time, in a completely new environment with
employers & colleagues they have never met. It gives them an
opportunity to demonstrate their commitment & reliability and the
Hospitality Department were very impressed with their success &
enthusiasm during these weeks. Feedback from empoyers was
overwhelmingly positive.
Our next group of Work Experience students will be the Year 10
students heading out at the end of Term 3.
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A big thank you to parents who had to shuttle
students to and from Work Experience or assist
their students in ensuring they arrived on time
& ready to work. We would also like to take this
moment to acknowledge our Industry partners
who so willingly volunteer to receive & support our
students on Work Experience, without them, we
would not be able to provide this opportunity.
Our Hospitality Industry Partners
The Belvedere Hotel- Café, Crab & Steakhouse
Scott Damien’s on the Lake
Coffee Club Burpengary
Coffee Cub Redcliffe
Sizzler Morayfield
Sizzler Redcliffe
Coffee Club Mango Hill
Caboolture RSL
Michel’s Patisserie Deception Bay
Dolphins Scarborough
Hogs Breath Mango Hill
Coffee Club Kippa Ring
Stella Rossa Mango Hill
The Rustic Olive
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Deception Bay State High School Students Proudly Participate in BallyCara Inter-College
Public Speaking Competition!
On Wednesday evening, 18th May, two Deception Bay State High School Students
demonstrated their Love of Language by proudly representing our school at the BallyCara
Retirement Village’s annual public speaking competition.
Year 11 students, Akayla Hales and Rhian Henderson, admirably competed, tackling the
topic: “What is the future of federation in Australia?”
Congratulations to both students and a special mention to Miss Allen and Miss Crone for their Above: The proud Deception Bay State High School
support of Akayla and Rhian in this extracurricular activity.
competitors, Rhian Henderson (left) and Akayla Hales
Mr Pearce
400 Years of the Bard!
This year marks the 400th Anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. Around the world, people will
be marking the importance of the life and work of the undisputed greatest writer of the English language.
Check out this article from Book Riot Website which looks at the timeless appeal of Shakespeare’s writing.
MODERN RETELLINGS OF SHAKESPEARE FOR EVERY READER
MOLLY WETTA 04-19-16
400 years later and Shakespeare just hasn’t gotten old. Good old Will has earned his place in the literary
canon for good reason. I mean, the guy invented 1700 words, remaking our language. He is responsible
for the most cunning, hilarious insults.
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But it wasn’t just his clever way with words that made him and enduring literary figure. These stories—of love and betrayal, of revenge and jealousy, of
ambition and folly—speak to the human condition.
So it’s no surprise that the basic plots and the character archetypes of Shakespeare have been remixed by modern writers.
There’s no shortage of Shakepeare-inspired fiction. Every reader should find something to pique their interest among these 12 adaptations and homages
to the Bard.
Modern Retellings of Shakespeare
The Gap of Time by Jeanette Winterson
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski
Brooding, flawed characters? Check. Intricately plotted? Definitely check.
This one’s for the dog lovers. Atmospheric and haunting, this is a story of a
young, speech-disabled boy trying to prove his uncle murdered his father.
Compelling? Lyrical? Are you still surprised this is inspired by
Shakespeare?
The Dead Father’s Club by Matt Haig
Winterson transplants The Winter’s Tale to London just after the financial
crisis and a storm-ravaged American South with flawed characters
entangled in jealousy, obsession, even self-delusion. And don’t be
surprised when no one escapes unscathed.
A Thousand Acres by Jane Smiley
Smiley’s taut prose and grasp of human nature brings the story of King
Lear to a Iowa farm. This bleak, moody novel reveals keen insight into
people’s motivations and deftly explores sibling rivalry and the tensions of
marriage.
Vinegar Girl by Anne Tyler
Not all Shakespeare is doom and gloom, though, and neither is this list.
Tyler modernizes The Taming of the Shrew as the story of a research
doctor on the verge of a medical breakthrough who schemes to have
his daughter marry his lab assistant, whose visa is about to expire. An
engaging novel with sharp humor.
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If you really loved Hamlet for the ghosts, you’ll love this modern take on
it from British author Matt Haig, who’s always delightfully clever. At his
father’s funeral, 11-year-old Philip realizes he’s just been admitted into the
Dead Father’s Club, whose members are exclusively the children of those
who were murdered, and that only murdered people end up as ghosts.
So now he’s on a mission to avenge his father. With such an endearing
narrator, this is captivating read.
Shakespeare-inspired Feminist YA
A Wounded Name by Dot Hutchinson
This novel is a reimagining of the world and story of Hamlet from Ophelia’s
perspective and set in an American boarding school. Feminist, dark,
brooding, with evocative language, don’t think that just because this is YA it
will have a happy ending.
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A few words from - THE WASABI WARRIORS
(A DBSHS Japanese Department Initiative)
On the 20th of April, Mr Baisden and Ms Power took a group of Year 10,11 and 12 Japanese students to the University of the Sunshine
Coast for a Japanese immersion day.
Throughout the day, students participated in a range of activities, which allowed
students to practice their Japanese language skills with native speakers. Students
learnt about the origins of Kanji, how to participate in the green tea ceremony,
calligraphy and the martial art of aikido. They also learnt how to use menus and
order food entirely in Japanese.
Their behaviour and conduct on the day was exceptional. The way they interacted
with students and teachers from other schools as well as volunteers from the
university made their teachers very proud.
Well done to these students!
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We Remember
On Wednesday 6th June our school community lost a much loved and
respected member of staff, Calvin Porter. Calvin had dedicated 12
years to students of Deception Bay SHS.
Our deepest condolences go to Calvin’s wife Angelique, their 2 sons
and extended family.
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Mathematics Teams Tournament
A group of 26 students from Year 7 through to Year 12 participated in
a series of competitive mathematics-based challenges at the annual
Mathematics Teams Tournament hosted by Narangba Valley SHS on
Monday, 16th May.
The students represented Deception Bay State High School with
distinction. Their behaviour and dress were excellent and it was great
to see our students cooperate and work together while developing their
problem solving skills.
The day included a range of individual, team and relay challenges as
well as an amusing keynote from the Australian Numeracy Ambassador,
Simon Pampena who humorously discussed the mathematics in the
Olympic Games.
Overall our five teams from Deception Bay State High School had an
enjoyable day.
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Redcliffe Youth Space
The Youth Space (also known as the Redcliffe Youth Space) is a government funded youth service provider and a registered charity that
works across the Redcliffe Peninsula, as well as elsewhere in the Moreton Bay Region when we’re invited to do so.
We work with children, young men and women between the ages of 10 and 25 who present with any issue that may be causing them
concern or is in some way impacting negatively on their lives.
Our roles:
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from placing a young person into a program
negotiating additional support for them
sometimes just listening, other times arranging specialist counselling
putting them into intensive case management when needed
We support them to
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build resilience
look at their life in an objective way so they can develop a level of independence
build networks for them
create pathways and options for them that will help them move forward in their life.
All of that can take time. Once a young person overcomes one barrier in their life and their head is clearer, they may realise they need
help with something else and we start the process again. Life is a journey, and sometimes you can’t see the way forward until a few of
the obstacles are removed.
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Sport Trials and Cross Country
The dust from the 2016 DBSHS Cross Country Carnival has now settled, and after all the tallying, we saw Cawley win it for their second
consecutive year!
The carnival was a tight race, with Elliot, Gould, and Bradman hot on the tail of the Cawley Lions. The day saw six school records broken, with
Chloe Storm beating the existing 15 years girls record by an astounding four minutes. Lleyton Bonser was also dominant on the track, taking
out the overall quickest time in the school for the third straight year. A big thank you to the SRC for running a BBQ and face painting, which were
both successful on the day.
In sport trials this term, we have had students trialling for basketball, softball, rugby league, soccer, and cross country. Year 7 students Ulisese
Nati and Kurt Kavana have been successful in being selected for the Sunshine Coast rugby league team. In Year 10, Chloe Storm ran a
fantastic race at the district Cross Country Carnival, placing first in her age group. She will now move onto the Sunshine Coast regional trial.
Finally, Cameron White, of Year 11, represented Queensland in Softball in a State Tournament and was selected to represent Australia in an
upcoming International Tournament. The entire Deception Bay SHS community are proud of each and every student that represents our school
in the sporting arena inside and outside of our local community.
Mr Donnellan - Sport Coordinator
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Senior Biology & Marine Science Ecology Excursions
Biology and Marine Science students in Years 10, 11 and 12 have been out and about, exploring different ecosystems around South East
Queensland. The sand was between the toes (and in the shoes) on Bribie Island, where they studied the sand dunes near Woorim, collecting data such as wind speed, light intensity and temperature. In the afternoon some students got to cruise the Pumicestone Passage
aboard Ferryman Cruises, where they saw dugongs, turtles, dolphins and a wide variety of birds. The Year 11 Biology class explored the
shorebird habitat and mangrove forest at Banksia Beach while waving to the rest of the group as they sailed past!
The next day, the Year 11 and 12 Biology classes swapped their sandy shoes for muddy ones, so they could study the mangrove ecosystem at Nudgee Beach. A leisurely stroll through a mangrove boardwalk followed by a mangrove transect study helped the students learn
about the six mangrove tree species and the intricate balance within the ecosystem.
A big THANK YOU to all students involved who had exceptional behaviour and left wonderfully positive impressions of Deception Bay
State High School.
Miss Richardson
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Important Dates for
2016
YEAr LEvEL CoorDINATorS
15th - 22nd June Block Exams Yrs 10,11 & 12
24th June Health & Wellbeing Day
11th July First Day Term 3
20th July Parent & Teacher Interviews
29th July Athletics Carnival
Year 7
Shelley Janetzki
([email protected])
Year 8
Kate Tomlinson
([email protected])
Year 9
Melenie Bates
([email protected])
Year 10
Liam Christensen
([email protected])
Year 11
Michael Trentin
([email protected])
Year 12
Leisha richardson
([email protected])
HEADS oF DEPArTMENT - 2016
Special Education Services
Pam Smith
Senior Schooling/ Social Justice Sandra Goldsworthy
DECEPTION BAY
STATE HIGH SCHOOL
EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP
Contact Details
Deception Bay State High School,
Cnr Phillip Parade and Government St,
DECEPTION BAY QLD 4508
([email protected])
([email protected])
Senior Schooling VET
Denise Peereboom
([email protected])
Mathematics
Grant Dale
([email protected])
English
Dominic Pearce
([email protected])
Science
Tracey McDonald
([email protected])
HPE/ Hospitality
Ben Huxley
([email protected])
Visual Arts/ Technology
Paul Simmonds
([email protected])
Performing Arts SSE
Tiffany Allen
([email protected])
Teaching & Learning
Sonia Dow
([email protected])
Postal Address Deception Bay State High School, P0 Box 92 DECEPTION BAY QLD 4508
Telephone (07) 3897 2222 Facsimile (07) 3897 2200 Email: [email protected]
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The office will be open from 8.00am to 4.00pm week days.
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Treasurer
Alice Wallace
Janelle Hargreaves
Sheree Ivankovic
P&C meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month 3.30 pm
Next meeting is Wed 20th July
Volunteers urgently required to help out in our wonderful tuckshop.
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform shop is open 8.15am to 9.15am
each week day
Uniform Price List
Polo shirt
Shorts
Girls Blouse
Skirt
Girls Tie
Boys shirt
Boys Tie
Jacket
Senior Jersey
Hat
> www.decebayshs.eq.edu.au
Issue - JUNE 2016
$45.00
$30.00
$35.00
$35.00
$10.00
$35.00
$23.00
$45.00
$85.00
$12.50