Term 1 Week 4 - 26 February 2016
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Term 1 Week 4 - 26 February 2016
Term 1 | Week 4 | Friday 26 February 2016 from the HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL So, what is it like at Tatachilla? The College is in an incredible setting. The grounds are beautiful and from a Junior School perspective are the perfect environment for all sorts of recess and lunchtime activities from imaginative play to games with rules. There is plenty of room to run, hide and explore. There are playgrounds, sandpits and shady corners to retreat into. The first question I get asked about my new job at Tatachilla by friends and former colleagues is, “Are you going to move?” followed closely by, “What’s it like at Tatachilla?” People who know me well understand that I’d never leave my old terrace house in Hurtle Square. I’m a townie through and through, happy to park my car on the street, take care of my nature strip ‘garden’, and drift off to sleep to the sounds of the Coopers Alehouse patrons across the square. I’m also happy to make the 45-minute drive down the Southern Expressway each day, so long as I have left in time to go via the drive through for coffee. And when I turn onto Tatachilla Road, I’m rewarded with an incredible view of the vines of McLaren Vale and the hills in the distance. Tatachilla, being an R-12 school, gives the Junior School students access to resources not often available to primary students, such as the performing arts spaces, the gym and the science labs, and the specialist staff who are experts in their field. The Junior School musical will be held later in the year, and there are many other College-wide events bringing students and families together. In addition, I have been warmly welcomed by the staff across the three sub-schools, and feel well supported as I learn the ropes – of which there are many! Even Odie came up for a pat on my first day here when I visited last year. ACT JUSTLY. LOVE MERCIFULLY. WALK HUMBLY. But what’s the best part? That’s easy to answer. The best part is getting to know the students. Now that I am seen about the place and have taken part in chapel and assembly, I can’t cross the school yard without cheerful greetings from students of all ages. Caring and respectful relationships contribute significantly to our sense of purpose and wellbeing, and although Tatachilla Lutheran College is well resourced and a beautiful environment to work in, the considerate and thoughtful community of staff and students is really what makes it a great place to work. Mr John Dow Head of Junior School introducing our new STAFF JENNA FOWLER Yr 8 Coordinator SUE CORNER Mathematics Coordinator Welcome to Year 8. Part of my Role as the Year 8 Coordinator enables me to organise many exciting events for the year level. Please contact me if you need any assistance, I am here to help the Year 8 students and their families with Pastoral Care and general wellbeing. Hello, I am new to Tatachilla this year and am the Mathematics Coordinator and a Year 7 Home Group Teacher. I have held a variety of roles including Sports Coordinator and House Coordinator at my previous school. In 2016 I am teaching a range of subjects: 7-10 Health and Physical Education, 8 English and 8 Humanities. In my spare time I love to keep fit by playing sport. I play Basketball all year round, in the summer I play Tennis and during the winter I play and coach Netball. I live near the beach and enjoy spending time at the beach during the warmer months. I am new to Tatachilla and am looking forward to meeting all Year 8’s and their families. Have a wonderful 2016. KARLA PRESSER Teacher I am a new teacher at Tatachilla Lutheran College and am very excited to start my career in this community. I have recently moved from Melbourne where I completed my teaching and science qualifications. I have a passion for mathematics and science and I will be teaching these subjects in the Middle School as well as Psychology in the Senior School. When I’m not teaching I love to cook, travel and spend time with my family and friends. I am very excited to be a member of the Tatachilla community and get to know everyone. I have spent the last 8 years teaching at Concordia College, and value the ethos of the Lutheran system. this year I will be teaching mathematics classes across both the middle and senior years. My change of employment has also lead to a house move, relocating from the Adelaide Hills to be closer to work. I am enjoying the sea change and have fallen in love with the beach at Moana. We have bought a block of land locally and so will be busy with the build of a new house this year. I have 3 children. The youngest at 4 attends day care, and the older two are starting Tatachilla in Years 8 and 10. COURTNEY BLAKE Youth Worker My name is Courtney and I am the Youth Worker at Tatachilla Lutheran College. As a youth worker, my role can be quite diverse, but is focused on ensuring that students feel supported throughout their school journey. I am present throughout common areas within the school during recess and lunch, visiting classrooms, attending camps and excursions and assisting with weekly Chapel Services. I believe that each person holds inherent value, and I seek to create a space (and practice) that encapsulates this and encourages students to share their story. I am passionate to see students equipped with tools that will assist them within their context. I am able to provide one-on-one and group support to students and address a range of concerns of both academic and personal nature. tatachilla app SKOOLBAG We have had a fantastic response to the launch of our new Smartphone App Skoolbag with over 720 people downloading it and setting up their push notification groups. The aim of this communication tool is to be able to send quick and succinct reminder messages to our families relevant to your child’s year level including the sending out of emergency information. This app also allows parents to send a quick message to the College regarding absentees and also to receive our fortnightly newsletter. These messages are called Push Notifications. An example of such a notification might be “Year 3 Zoo excursion tomorrow – children to wear PE Uniform. Bring packed lunch. TLC SPORTS DAY CARNIVAL Friday 11th March 2015 9am-3pm Food & Drink Stalls available. Come and support your House! Attached are the instructions to download the app from your applicable app store. if you have not already done so. The final step allows you to “turn on” notifications relevant to your child’s year level and sub-school. This will ensure that you will receive these important reminders. If you need any assistance with this process, please do not hesitate to contact the College. We look forward to being able to communicate with you via this new and efficient form of communication. Mrs Narelle Camm Enrolments & Marketing Manager from the JUNIOR SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL CHAPEL JS PARENT INFORMATION EVENINGS Pixar and Disney look out! Our own resident animator, Ms Suzanne Schmidt, dazzled the Junior School at chapel this week with a creative and funny stop-motion animation about the Three Grumpy Men, and how they became the Three Wise Men. The students were enthralled as the story unfolded which was entertaining, and also helped us better understand the Junior School theme. Many thanks to parents who were able to attend these evenings. We hope you found them useful, got to know your child’s teacher a little, and feel confident about the expectations in each classroom. The teaching staff have completed a review of the night’s format. You are also welcome to give feedback on any aspect of the night. Please contact me via email should you wish to do so. Year 6’s also led us with cheerful singing and actions. TWILIGHT TOUR OF COLLEGE Parents and friends of the Junior School are always welcome to attend chapel in the Activity Centre, 9am, Monday mornings. Just turn up on the day and we will find you a seat. The next twilight tour is on Thursday 3rd March beginning at 6.30pm. If you have friends who are looking for a school for their children, please encourage them to attend to learn about the good things happening here at the College. We also held our first assembly for the school year last week. This week at assembly, the SRC students will be introduced to the school, and Year 4a will be presenting their Foundations for Learning journey. TWILIGHT FOOD AFFAIR This year, the Junior School is responsible for three stalls selling the following items: • Lolly Bags & Lucky Dips • Easter Eggs & Chocolate Treats • Milkshakes and Toasted Sandwiches RECEPTION BIBLE PRESENTATION Last Monday our new Reception students received their storybook Bible, as a welcome gift from the College. The Bibles were a take home gift for the students to share with their families. Mr John Dow Head of Junior School We need donations of Assorted lollies, Easter eggs, chocolate treats and lucky dip items (50c-$1.00). On the Thursday before the event we are also asking for helpers to assist with the bagging of the sweets/chocolates and lucky dips and preparing the sandwiches. Donations can be left at the JS SSO anytime from now on, and will be gratefully received. The bagging up and sandwich making will take place from 9am on Thursday 17th March in the gym. Please also contact Mrs Kay Digby [email protected]. au if you are able to work on one of the stalls from 4pm up to 9pm (or until sold out). The Twilight Food Affair is the major fundraising event in the College, and your support plays a vital part in its success. WELLBEING IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL This week, Mr Damon Prenzler, (Assistant Head of Junior School – Wellbeing), Ms Emma Thompson, (JS Counsellor), and Mrs Sarah Hoff-Zweck (Head of Middle School), travelled to St Andrew’s Lutheran in Queensland to view their wellbeing program. St Andrew’s wellbeing program has been established for many years and they have proven strategies in place to support students and staff. We hope to learn from them and continue to provide the best level of care for our JS students. RECEPTIONS BIBLE PRESENTATION from the MIDDLE SCHOOL GROWING ON OUR STRENGTHS TO FIND JOY In the Middle School students have started the year reflecting on their key strengths they have to help them create goals for their year and find joy in their learning. In the Student Planner students have had the opportunity to complete the character strengths survey to find out their top five strengths. We hope that in students coming to know their strengths they can draw upon these to over come obstacles, grow and find joy in their learning. YEAR 8 ARVO OUT Last Friday the Year 8 students excitedly departed for the Beach House, Glenelg. Where students spent the afternoon interacting with their peers developing new friendships with new and returning students to Tatachilla. Students had the opportunity to enjoy a number of rides and activities including dodgem cars, water slides, basketball shoot outs, carrousels and car racing. What a fantastic way to end the week. THANK YOU TO OUR PARENT VOLUNTEERS A special thank you to parents who came along to support the Swimming Carnival in Week 3 at the Marion Aquatics and parents who volunteered to help out in assisting the smooth operations of this day. Your support makes these events run and is a part of building community. If you are interested in becoming a registered TLC Volunteer please contact Mrs Kay Digby at the College to find out how. As our young people begin to settle into new routines, their subjects and relationships with their teachers and peers, it is our prayer that they draw upon their strengths to enable them to use the gifts and talents that God has given them to achieve, lead, serve and find joy. Each student at Tatachilla has many opportunities to use their strengths and talents that they have to achieve, lead and serve. Below is a list of the programs available and staff members to contact if your young person is unsure of who to talk to: Mrs Sarah Hoff-Zweck Head of Middle School PARENT VOLUNTEERS Student Representative Council (SRC): Elizabeth Bentley (Assistant Head of School - Wellbeing) Sport (SAPSSA and SASSSA sporting competition): Tonia Fielke (7-12 Sport Coordinator) Performing Arts (Music Ensembles): Josh Koop (Bands Director) and Chris Majoros (Music Key Teacher) Instrumental Music Lessons: Chris Koop (Performing Arts Assistant) Visual Art: Cassandra Norton Dance, Drama & Media: Sandy Lee (7-12 Arts Coordinator) Recycling, Fauna Management & Environment: Karen Laurence (EcoClassroom Coordinator) Mathematics: Sue Corner (7-12 Mathematics Coordinator) Science: Kristy Simpson (7-12 Science Coordinator) English: Richard Rowe (7-12 English Coordinator) Humanities & Debating: Stacey Moros (7-12 Humanities Coordinator) Design Technology & Pedal Prix: Ian Proeve (7-12 Design Technology Coordinator) Languages: Peter Ward (R-12 LOTE Coordinator) Home Economics: Meredy Archer eLearning:Margret Naylor (R-12 eLearning Manager) Gifted and Talented: Robyn Phillips (MS Learning Enhancement Teacher) Premiers Reading Challenge: Kate Sautner (MS Librarian) Spiritual life: Jon Goessling (Pastor) and Courtney Blake (Youth Worker) YR 8 ARVO OUT from the SENIOR SCHOOL The school year began in earnest and as you would have read in the last newsletter, it was busy. Now in Week Four the structures are in place and the school year is settling into the usual momentum. Last week the swimming carnival went off with a splash (excuse the pun). What a wonderful event this was and a great insight for me into the culture of the student body. Those that attended I congratulate you on your participation either in the water or a supporter of the competitors. When I think of school I think of events such as these and the benefits it brings to the community. It links a combined purpose and ownership of each persons educational journey with a common theme under the Tatachilla banner. This was exemplified by a little act of courage that really influenced individuals into a common purpose, namely cheering on the team. I talk especially of Taliah Zadow (Yr 12). Essentially she was the anchor swimmer for her team and as she entered the pool for her lap the other competitors were exiting the pool having finished the race. The courage in this move raised the emotions of the entire College as she completed the event. What a leader and role model she is. Courage has become the theme for the Year 10 camp for 2016. The camp which runs in Term 3, Week 9 and 10 in conjunction with Work Experience is going to be one of developing courage to face our personal challenges. We have set in place an outline of where this will take us as a community of learners and we look forward to developing and ratifying the program in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more news in this area. On Wednesday 24th February we ran a ‘Parents as Career Transition Support’ evening. This event informed parents of the ways they can support their children in the later years of their education as they transition into the work environment. Mrs Tracy Templeman presented an outline of the current work environment and the many challenges our students will face as they enter an ever competitive jobs market. Additionally, she outlined the type of careers that will be available into the future. There exists a very different world of work today than when many of us, as parents, grew up. Thank you to all who attended I hope you gained insight into how you can support your child. This week our Year 12 students are out on one of their programmed ‘CRAVE’ days. These are also themed events that run over the course of the year and will challenge a students perception on many issues. This week’s theme is on marginalisation. Very topical as we enter a world of the unknown with threats and stigma’s that make us form opinion about others particularly refugees. I look forward to hearing from the students what they have learned about themselves, about others and about the world. I trust this newsletter finds you well. Until next time. Mr Stuart Cox Head of Senior School SWIMMING CARNIVAL YEAR 12 CRAVE DAY around the CAMPUS CANTEEN NEWS The New 2016 Menu was placed on the College Website at the beginning of Week 4. Menus are also available from the Canteen. We have added five new vegan products – a vegan Sausage roll $4.00, a wholemeal Cornish pasty $4.80, chickpea and rosemary pie $4.80, lentil and mushroom pie $4.80, and a lentil and Vindaloo curry pie $4.80. There have been some price rises so please check your favourites. Any Parents or Grandparents who would like to help in the Canteen and be placed on our Volunteer Roster can contact the Canteen. Volunteers are needed for Fridays from 11am – 1.40pm and on Monday mornings from 8.40 -9.30am. Mrs Therese McCrackan Canteen Manager SPORTS DAY CARNIVALS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TLC R-12 Sports Day, Fri 11 March SAPSASA District Athletics Carnival, Wed 16 March Tatachilla will be hosting both the R-12 Sports Day Carnival and the SAPSASA Districts Athletics Carnival on the grounds this year. At both events we would like to offer an array of food and refreshments to those in attendance and are now calling for parent volunteers who would be able to help with preparation, serving, cooking or baking at these events. If you are able to help please contact Kay Digby on 8329 4411 or send an email to [email protected] Mrs Kay Digby Community Relations & Fundraising STUDENT BUS SERVICES SMS OF STUDENT ABSENCES As of Monday 15 February caregivers will receive an SMS from the College notifying that your child is absent from school without notification. This will be sent after 11am and you will be asked to contact our Absentee Line on 8329 4444 to confirm this absence. Your assistance with this important notification is appreciated and please remember to let the College know via the Absentee Line or by emailing the College on [email protected] when your child is absent for the day or part thereof. VOLUNTEERING AT TLC Names are now being taken for the next Volunteers Training Workshop. If you are interested in becoming a registered TLC Volunteer please contact Mrs Kay Digby, Community Relations & Fundraising Officer at the College to find out how. The College bus service is reserved for full-time/one-way travel users only. All bus use/alterations must be booked via the College and not the bus company. After the initial start to the school year slight alterations have now been made to bus routes. New bus timetables/ maps can now be downloaded from the College website. www.tatachilla.sa.edu.au/enrolments/ buses Students are reminded that they are responsible for any personal belongings taken on the buses. Items left on buses, if found by the driver, will be returned to the students on the following trip or handed into the College Office. Due to some buses being at near or full capacity it may not be possible for students to change to alternative buses or to have a guest travel with them. All alternative arrangements must be made prior to travelling and an approved bus pass obtained from the Bus Coordinator at the College. TWILIGHT FOOD AFFAIR Friday 18th March 2015 4-9pm Giant Fireworks Display, Food & Wine Stalls, Side-Show Alley, Amusements Fun for the whole family ENROLMENTS We are currently interviewing for Reception 2017. If there are any siblings eligible to begin in 2018 and beyond that may not have been registered yet are asked to contact Mrs Christine Martin, Enrolments & Marketing Assistant at the College. COMMUNITY NOTICES FAMILY DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT: Sat 27 February. Range Rd Hall. Gates open 7pm. Movie at 7.45pm. $10 pp or $40 family. Sausage Sizzle, soft drinks, popcorn and coffee van available. Proceeds go to Burns Family - 1000k’s 4 Kids Ride. https://1000ks4kids-sa. everydayhero.com/au/bindonburns MT COMPASS FOOTBALL CLUB: 2016 Registration Day will be held on Friday 4 March, 5.30pm at the oval. Sausage sizzle and drinks for the kids, as well as a training session with the A Grade. Shorts & socks available for purchase on the night. As well as polos, jackets & hoodies (orders taken if required sizes aren’t in stock). All welcome. CITY OF ONKAPARINGA PIPE BAND’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT: Saturday 19 March, 7:30pm. Tatachilla Lutheran College Multi-Purpose Facility Gym. Featuring local support acts, including the Council’s own Concert Band, Southern Vale Singers, Adelaide Irish Pipe Band & Dancers, The Royal Caledonian Pipe Band, TLC Drum Corp with special guest appearance by our very own Australia’s Got Talent Semi-Finalist, TJ Krause. Interested singers are invited to join in the community choir who will perform the finale numbers - Highland Cathedral and Amazing Grace as performed at the McLaren Region Community Carols in 2011 and 2013. Contact Greg John on 0405 053331 or email [email protected]. Tickets: $15 / $10 at the door or online at www.copb.org THE MIKADO: The Willunga STARS group are proud to present a CoOpera & G&S Society production of the Mikado. To be performed on Sunday 17 April, 6pm at the Willunga Rec Centre. For more info or book visit the STARS website www.stars.org.au 2016 Pedal Prix For more information, the official AIPP website www.pedalprix.com.au. fundraising & events TWILIGHT FOOD AFFAIR A FUN NIGHT Y L I M A F E L O H W E H T FOR w o h S e d i ts S n e em s u Am s e d i R l a v i n Car Food Stalls local wines Q B B t Gian Live Entertainment Silent Auction Gold Coin Carparking FIREWORKS FRIDAY, 18TH MARCH 2016 4-9PM The Twilight Food Affair is the College’s major fundraising event of the year enjoyed by the College Community. Held on the Junior School Oval the event has an array of food and refreshment stalls and a variety of fun activities for the kids. There is also loads of entertainment to enjoy. And to top it off this year’s event will conclude with a fireworks display! STALL HELPERS/VOLUNTEERS Many hands make light work! We offer an array of food and refreshments stalls and are calling for parent volunteers interested in lending a hand. If you are able to spare some time serving on a stall it would be greatly appreciated. Rosters will be drawn up allowing helpers to also enjoy time on the evening with their family and friends. Some of the stalls this year include: Curries, Hot Dogs, Hot Potatoes, BBQ - sausage sizzle & Roast Meat Sliders, Wine & Beer, Soft Drinks, Stirfrys, Hot Chips, Lollies & Lucky Dips, Easter Eggs & Chocolates, Milkshakes & Toasted Sandwiches, Nachos, and Hot Donuts. Setup & Breakdown Calling the strong and the fit out there! If this description sounds like you and you are willing and able to spare a couple of hours during the afternoon or at the end of the night we’d love your help. SUPPORTING THE COLLEGE As the major fundraising event of this year your support is requested. Ways you can help: • Donations of goods or produce for a particular stall • Donations of specialised goods/items to be included in the Silent Auction • Monetary donations to offset the costs of the evening • Sponsorship of the fireworks display WINE / BEER STALL SPONSORSHIP We invite families associated with local wineries who would be interested in being a sponsor (by way of donation) to this year’s Wine & Beer Stall. ROAMING PERFORMERS Calling for entertainers (jugglers, magicians, and acrobats) interested in being part of a group of roaming performers to entertain the crowd. Equipment supplied. CONTACT If you are interested in being involved (in anyway) contact Mrs Kay Digby at the College by phoning 8329 4411 or email [email protected] A FUN NIGHT Y IL M A F E L O H W E H T FOR ow h S Side ments se u m A es Car nival Rid Food Stalls local wines Q B B t Gian Live Entertainment Silent Auction Gold Coin Carparking Twilight Food Affair 18 March 2016 Tatachilla Lutheran College FIREWORKS 4pm to 9pm www.tatachilla.sa.edu.au Proudly brought to you by Tatachilla Lutheran College 211 Tatachilla Rd, McLaren Vale, SA 5171 phone 8323 9588 calendar DATES Term 1 Week 5 Term 1 Week 6 Term 1 Week 7 29 February - 4 March Year 7 Canberra Camp Monday 7 March JS Chapel Monday 14 March PUBLIC HOLIDAY Monday 29 February JS Chapel Tuesday 8 March 7-12 House Tuesday 15 March SS / MS Year Level Meetings Tuesday 1 March MS & SS Year Level Meetings SAPSASA District Swimming Carnival SAPSASA Onkaparinga South District Swim Trials Wednesday 9 March 7-12 Chapel Wednesday 16 March 7-12 Chapel SAPSASA District Athletics Carnival Wednesday 2 March R-12 Assembly Friday 11 March Sports Day Friday 18 March JS Chapel Twilight Food Affair Thursday 3 March Stage 1 Squash Photography Excursion College Twilight Tour Friday 4 March Stage 1 Squash 211 tatachilla road po box 175 mclaren vale 5171 south australia | p 08 8323 9588 | f 08 8323 9788 | e [email protected] ABN 44 094 272 tatachilla.sa.edu.au