ISSUE 19 – 17th November, 2014
INFORMATION BULLETIN
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
Dear Parents and Caregivers
Our annual report preparation is underway and I
Another two weeks and some wonderful community have done a review of our Running Records and
feedback to share with you.
NAPLAN and now we survey all the students, staff
and 85 families to get your feedback on what matters
Well Done To Craig, Aleesha and Nick
most about MCC. If you receive a survey in the mail,
These three young people did an outstanding job PLEASE return it to the Front Office. The more
serving food, cleaning tables and attending guests at returns, the more reliable the data.
a recent Lions Dinner - a great success. They
worked alongside Lion Elizabeth who managed the Remembrance Day 11/11/14
bulk of the catering and showed initiative, took This year we celebrated our third Remembrance
direction and remained cheerful on a demanding Day. All classes made a wreath, all students wore a
schedule as volunteers. I spent much of my time at poppy and were presented with a sprig of rosemary
the kitchen sink so did not see al of the work of our bush. The poems that were written were thought
three Year 9s but the “Thank you” applause at the provoking. Well done to the five students Claudia,
end of the night said it all!
Maddy, Alanah, Matthew and Paige who read their
poems. They will be displayed in the Front Office
area. A team of students supported the ceremony as
you can see by the photo.
49-71 Walker Avenue
MANNUM SA 5238
Phone: 85691503
Fax:
It’s Survey Time
Once again, Mannum’s wonderful Joan Kreiser came
up from Aminya. A big thank you to Mark Davis from
the RSL for his support and delivering the commemorative address. An even bigger thank you to Ms
Angela Groves and her team for co-ordinating the
event - and what a good opportunity to have our
community join with us. Our monument will be ready
next year so mark this date in your diary.
85691082
Email:
[email protected]
Web:
www.mcc.sa.edu.au
The Peace Run
Our R - 7 students responded so well to the organiser of the Peace Run and were all given heaps of
praise by Saranyu Pearson and his team. They ran,
they passed the Peace Baton and they were passed
by a very fit Ms Holloway who bounded around the
oval as well. Sri Chinmoy, the founder of the Peace
Run, passed away in 2007 but his words live on and
are so important to the world we live in today.
“Peace doesn’t mean the absence of war, peace
means the presence of harmony, love, satisfaction and oneness.” The impact of his vision and
the passion of the man has seen the run continue
to and grow around the world. Just look at a few of the
pictures in our insert and see the genuine enjoyment
of our students. Well done to Ms Barnes and Ms
Holloway for following up with the planning.
IMPORTANT DATES:
TERM 4
WEEK 6:
Year 11’s
Year 12
change-over
Friday 21st November
Year 12 Formal
Last Days For Our Year 12’s
It was quite poignant when Krystal Scanlon signed
WEEK 7:
out officially today. What a journey 12 years of
Tuesday 25th November
Governing Council Meeting @ schooling in Mannum schools. Commencing at the
old primary school in 2002 then coming over to the
6:30pm
new Mannum Community College. Well done for
Friday 28th November
seeing it through Krystal and well done to all of our
CHRISTMAS TREE FISTIVAL Year 12’s who are completing their schooling. We
will see you one last time for a farewell assembly.
We hope you have a great formal on the 21st
WEEK 8:
November and we look forward to seeing your
Monday 1st December
results and wish you every success for the future!
Finance Meeting @ 5pm
Early Start For Year 12
The Year 11 students will begin their Year 12 studies
next week. A big thank you to Ms Elliker for prepar*All dates and times were correct at ing the timetable and to the staff team for supporting
this program. Year 12 is a big year yet all the school
the time of printing.
events go on and Year 12’s want to participate on
Sports Day, Swimming, etc, so the early start
provides us with the time needed to cover all the
course work. We have made some changes to the
Senior classrooms and corridor with a switch for the
Year 10/12 rooms and a relocation of Ms Elliker’s
office. It seems to be working well thus far.
Update From the Governing Council
On Wednesday 19th November, a working party
from Governing Council will meet with me to
review our mobile phone policy. If you would like
to give us feedback when we post the updated
policy, it will be welcomed. One nearby school
has a very simple policy: HEAR IT, SEE IT, USE
IT, LOSE IT!! The reason we are reviewing ours
is sadly, due to misuse of mobile phones and
arguments with staff as our current process
involves “if your mobile phone is seen in a lesson
you will need to hand it into the Front Office and
collect it at the end of the day.” Not with an
argument!
HOSTING
If you would be interested in hosting a Year 12
student from Japan for 2015, please phone the
school for more information.
Take care on these very hot days and have fresh
water on hand for your pets and yourself.
Have another good two weeks.
Kind regards
Leonie Falland
Remember, “It costs nothing to be positive and, it changes things for
the better.”
JUNIOR SCHOOL SENIOR LEADER
INFORMATION FOR YOU
LITTLE THINGS MATTER
Goodness we are all so busy. The end of the year is
rushing towards us at amazing pace—at least it seems that
way.
The visit by the “Peace Run” was a fabulous event and I
was so proud of our school. The children were so sincere in
their wish for peace and the photos are amazing. Please
take the time to look on the web site. The organiser of the
run said Mannum was the most joyful and enthusiastic
school they had visited in Australia thus far.
There are so many fabulous things about Mannum Junior
school—I am so disappointed when people make generic
negative comments— “it’s a terrible school …”etc. If you
have any concerns please contact me and let us attempt to
work through them before you assume the worst.
Teachers are continuing to build their skills in Natural Maths
with Carol Porter, from regional office, presenting demonstration lessons in every class over the next few weeks. We
have one more session with James—the speech therapist—on Oral Language next Monday after school. The
Junior school staff are really focused on their learning to
provide the best opportunities for your child’s learning.
This week we are working on our 4x tables. Practise in the
car—they can’t escape!
I asked how many children had read over the weekend and
less than 1 out of 3 children had. This is a worry as without
the practise they will not keep up with the rates required for
their year levels. Take a book every where you go. They
can read while you are waiting at the doctors etc—take
every opportunity.
I know I asked last newsletter but we are still looking for
PVC pipes—any lengths—short or long. We are also
looking for joiners, elbows and T pieces. If you have been
building and have some bits left over we could use them in
our construction play area. They are great for problem
solving and developing special skills—as well as good fun.
Assembly—Monday 9.00 Week 9.
I hope you have seen our articles in the ‘Mannum Mag’ - if
not look out for them!
Thank you for you support
Michele Holloway
Junior School Senior Leader
Our Mural
At Mannum Community College we promote peer partnerships across each sub school and encourage team work and
a community of successful learners. We have created a mural
with the ethos ‘We all may be different fish, but at Mannum
Community College we swim together.’ Come and have a
look at the beautiful master piece which is located on the brick
wall just past the black gates. The Mural was created by
Michelle Grieger and printed by Bear Rock Signs.
Murraylands APEX
Mannum Fun Run 2014
Sunday 14 December 2014
Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum
Free Community Event
3km walk Mary Ann Reserve – River Lane – Return
5km walk / run
Mary Ann Reserve – River Lane – Golf
course – Return
10km run 5km loop x 2
Under 10s Kids Course
A loop of Mary Ann Reserve dedicated to those less than 10
years of age
Register today:
Mannum Community Hub
@
MANNUM
Youth Centre 5.30pm-8.30pm.
Dec 5:
Free Fun, Games & including
Join the Adventure; 6pm-7pm
Parents very welcome! Please pick up your child from
the Centre. All those under Year 6 need an adult to
stay with them.
Thanks
Upcoming event:
Friday Nov 28 - Fun night Ten Pin Bowling at Bridge
Bowl
Visit: www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au to register online or the Mid
Murray Council office to collect a registration form.
Arrive by: 8:15am for registrations, 8:45am group warm up,
9:00am start
Followed by a free breakfast by Murraylands APEX at finish
line.
Gold coin donation appreciated to support the event. Coffee
will be available for purchase on the day.
All registered 5-10km walk and run participants will
receive a complimentary 10 week training plan courtesy
of the Mannum Leisure Centre 24/7 gym.
More information:
Phone Courtney at Mid Murray OPAL
on 8569 0100
INFORMATION FOR YOU (cont)
SALVATION ARMY
MANNUM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
‘CHRISTMAS CHEER’
To register for the “Christmas Cheer’ package go to the
Salvation Army office on 4th Street Murray Bridge. Fill out a
registration form to receive a food voucher/hamper plus gifts
for children 15 years and under. For further information
phone: 85311133.
Registration opens 11/11/14
Students who are living independently are also eligible even if
over 15.
PLAYGROUP
When:
Where:
Cost:
9:30 - 11:00am Thursday mornings
Performing Arts Room, Mannum Community
College
$2.00 per family
Please bring a healthy snack to share at snack
time.
Contact Bindi Barker on 85691503 for more information.
Victoria Bamford
Secondary Counsellor
2014 SAPSASA CRICKET
The weekly session will enable the school and families to develop
partnerships around learning prior to children beginning their education (kindergarten and school) and support families’ engagement
in their children’s numeracy and literacy development.
ABSENCE DUE TO ILLNESS!
The school and the Department for Education and Child Development (DECD) regularly monitor absenteeism. Prolonged absenteeism may be referred to the Student Attendance Counsellor in the Regional Office.
As with all absences, if your child is away sick it is important
to notify the school. For a prolonged absence of three or
more consecutive days it is advisable to obtain a
doctors certificate to be sent to the school for our records.
Health Care Plans may need to be developed in consultation
with your doctor to enable the school to provide safe, appropriate health support.
YEAR 11 COMMUNITY STUDIES
Jack Bormann, Jayden Krollig, Angus Bormann and Max Worthley
competed in SAPSASA Cricket in Adelaide on 3rd to 6th November.
A big thank you to Mike Innes for co-ordinating the team and to
Dwayne Krollig for giving up his time to coach the boys and stand out
in the sun for four days to umpire all of their games.
MCC BELL TIMES
8:40
Home Group
8:50
Lesson 1
9:30
Lesson 2
10:10 Lesson 3
10:50 Recess
11:10 Lesson 4
11:50 Lesson 5
12:30 Pastoral Care
12:55 Lunch
1:35
Lesson 6
2:15
Lesson 7
2:55
Home Group
3:05
Home Time
This year as part of my Stage 1 Community Studies, I have been
working with the Year 4/5 classes from Mrs Rowley and Mrs Brodie at
lunchtime teaching them the basic skills for Rugby. My friend Liam
(who helped me) and I taught them to pass, defend, attack and work
as a team before getting into mini games starting with touch rugby
and then eventually getting into some tackling games. Overall I enjoyed it just as much as they did and was really happy to get positive
feedback from both teachers and students. It was really enjoyable to
see the students pick up the game so well and show their talent as
well as seeing them have heaps of fun. I would like to thank the teachers and other staff members for helping and allowing me to work with
the Year 4/5s, my friend and class mate Liam for helping me out, the
Year 10s and 11s for helping as well and taking photos and also to
some of the Year 6/7s for helping out when we needed numbers for a
game. Finally to the Year 4/5s for the fantastic year I’ve spent with
them and for showing their eagerness, enthusiasm and excitement in
the game.
Isaac Rasigatale
JOY’S CORNER
LIBRARY NEWS
Congratulations to all the students who completed the Premier’s
Reading Challenge. We had over 100 finish the PRC this year!
Medals and certificates were given out last week.
Well done to our winners of the Super Readers Challenge: Brianna
Weber (40 books), Amber Weber (57 books) and Ebony Weber (65
books). They will receive a voucher for the Book Club. Great
reading!
A reminder that we would like all books returned for the holiday break.
Borrowing ends in Week 7, (28th of Nov) Please start returning books
after this time. Thank you.
Joy Marks
Christian Pastoral Support Worker
Jo Dunn
Teacher Librarian
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Year 7 Aquatics
20th
Ez Surfing
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Year 12 Formal
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1st
Finance Meeting
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Governing
CHRISTMAS
Council
TREE
Meeting
FESTIVAL
2nd
3rd
Year 3/4
Excursion
4th
Rec/1/2
Excursion
5th
Year 1/2 sleepover
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FROM THE CANTEEN
Carol Mobbs,
Canteen Manageress
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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H McDonnell
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J Weber
19th
L Matakanace
20th
T James
21st
F Weber
24th
C Groocock
25th
L McLeod
26th
J Schellen
27th
R Paech
28th
H Simons
1st
L Matakanace
2nd
K Houston
3rd
4th
C Cox
5th
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