Edition 4 Term 3, Week 1
Bonjour à tous, and Wanju
The difficulties caused by COVID seems like a never-ending nightmare and the efforts by our students, staff and parents to keep a continuity of education, have been exhausting. This term has been the hardest yet with both student and staff numbers fluctuating wildly as COVID took its toll. So, once again I thank the whole school community for digging deep to get us through the other side.
It’s hard to imagine, but plenty else has gone on this term. In particular, we have a real eye to next year. It is Year 7 enrolment time and Year 10 course selection time. At this time of the year we spend time thinking about our school; who are we? Why would people choose Bunbury Senior High School?
It is not our specialist programs that make us stand out, nor our lovely view that people are choosing, though both of those are fantastic. Every school has some kind of program or feature like those. The one thing that stands Bunbury Senior High School apart from other schools is - QUALITY. It is the quality of everything we do.
- Every school has ATAR courses, but at Bunbury SHS over 50% of Year 12 students are in a pathway to university. Our median ATAR is the highest of all South West schools and the third highest in Country WA - #38 of all school (private and public) in 2021.
- Every school has quality teachers, but in 2021, three of our teachers were recognised by SCSA with courses in the top 15% of results across all of Western Australia.
- Every school has VET courses, but at Bunbury SHS 3 of our students made the 2021 World Skills state team and won national accolades.
- Many Schools have an Elite Sports program, but our specialist Elite Sports Program produced 23 State or National Team representatives in 2021
- Some schools have a music program but 10% of all our students play a musical instrument in either the Junior Orchestra, Senior orchestra or an ensemble.
Our focus on quality does not just extend to academic endeavours but is visible across everything we do. Our building program over the last two years has given the students at Bunbury Senior High School the highest quality learning environment. The latest of these projects, the change room refurbishment, new music lab, classroom and gym activity centre will be completed during Term 3. There are still other building projects, the walk way to the bus bay, lift access to the second floor and the Shedworks Program classroom, that are raising the quality of access to top facilities for all students.
Behaviour management processes in schools are best when they are seamless. It also makes them invisible to all except those directly affected. It would be easy to say Bunbury Senior High School is full of model students. The truth is, our students are a representative of the community. We have our fair share of students who have challenges. It is how we approach these challenges; with empathy, understanding, support and natural consequences that ensure we focus on developing the whole student and maintain a safe, orderly classroom that set the quality of our learning environment.
To achieve this level of quality in all that we do requires constant reflection and feedback. We view parent survey data, national and international research and student feedback to keep working on our quality. We hope that you feel this way too about your school.
In Other News
New Board Chair
Recently a new school Board Chair was appointed. Mr Todd Brown. We are genuinely excited to welcome Todd to the school Board Chair position to fill the large shoes left by Tim O’Byrne. Todd brings a wealth of experience in public service to the Bunbury City Council and a large network to help the school. See the board article for more information on board activities.
Alumni
Our Alumni are starting to gather some pace. Recently they have lodged their Constitution, become incorporated and received an ABN. You can now register as a paid member of the Alumni. Unfortunately, late this term our current President, James Jarvis resigned. James was a bundle of enthusiasm that has really got the Alumni moving. We thank James for his contribution and wish him all the best in his next endeavours.
Check out the Alumni website and Facebook page via the links below
Aboriginal Advisory Council
Raising the outcomes for our Aboriginal students requires a quality response. In addition to the increase in Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) time and the Follow the Dream hub at Bunbury SHS, we have established an Aboriginal Advisory Council to work with the school. The AAC is advising us on Cultural Inclusive strategies and reviewing the development of our Reconciliation Action Plan. I would like to thank the council made up of Michelle Munns, Lance McGuire, Jo Hill, Lisa Collard, Asharie Bradshaw, Karen Jetta, Kelly Anderson and Kristy Carriage for their time and commitment.
Sports
The rescheduled sporting events from Term 2 will occur this term. The Interhouse Athletics Carnival will be held on Wednesday 27 July at the Athletics Track at Hay Park. The P&C this year has organised an opportunity for students to support their house by ordering House coloured sports apparel. See the link to order accessories in your House colours.
Athletics Carnival House Accessories
Country Week
A by-product of Country Week being moved into Term 3 Week 7 is the implication for all Year 12 students. The school will not be restricting students from attending Country Week due to academic reasons (other than those usually in place). Each student and parent should consider carefully the impact of Country Week on a student’s academic performance.
We have moved the School Development Day (from Friday 26 August) to Monday 5 September to give students an extra day of recovery before needing to return to school. We will also be planning extra academic support throughout the term. Students can also prepare by ensuring that
- Assignments, tests and Certificate work are all up to date
- Study and review schedule accounts for Country Week
I wish you all a good term and remind you that we value your input and feedback to help us maintain and raise the quality of our school for our students.
My name is Todd Brown and I was born in Bunbury. My wife and I have been involved with the school for the past 8 years and two of my three daughters still attend.
This is my second term as a member of the School Board and I feel it is a great honour to take over as the Board Chair from Tim O’Byrne. Thanks Tim for overseeing the Board during these tumultuous couple of years.
Being part of the Board has given me the opportunity to give back to the School that has given so much opportunity to my three daughters.
The Board as I see it has an important role to continue to lead and build on the positive foundations formed by successive successful School Boards that have continued over recent decades. While Boards do not have any operational status, they play an important part in fostering a positive and respectful culture that hopefully permeates throughout the entire school community. I hope that this Board can deliver upon this most important goal.
Another goal combines a passion that the current School Principal and I have in common, that is building “things”. While I was on the previous Board we laid the ground work for the school cafeteria which is now a reality and an incredible structure. Hopefully with time and effort other opportunities may come our way to further enhance this beautiful heritage precinct.
And what a precinct, a heritage building built on the side of a sand dune overlooking the ocean and the other side being the historic national attraction Boulters Heights. These combined with a location in the heart of the city and the current site with over 100 years of school history must surely warrant further iconic building activity.
Finally, I encourage other parents who would like to give back to the community to put their name forward to be part of the board next year (even volunteering at the school canteen), I think an important part of being a parent is to be involved in your child’s education and a way that good people can shape the future of this remarkable school.
School Ponytails - Athletics Carnival
With the Athletics carnival being held next week, we look forward to seeing students wearing their house-coloured hair accessories. If you opted to collect your ordered products from the school, they will be available Monday at the Uniform Shop.
School Contributions & Charges Raffle Donation requestThe school will be holding another raffle for school contributions and charges paid by the end of term 2. We thank parents for paying the P&C voluntary request that has raised over $10,000 to date. We are seeking donations of goods or services that could be used as raffle prizes. If you can assist please email our Secretary Kathy at bunburyshspandc@gmail.com
Executive Vacancies & Meeting Day Change to Tuesdays
We currently have two vacant Executive positions in the P&C. The P&C owns and manages the Uniform Shop and Cafeteria businesses at Bunbury SHS and makes decisions on fundraising expenditure. The Executive also make decisions about the running of the businesses including the employment of staff. Our current Executive come from all walks of life with or without business experience. If you are interested in joining us please turn up to our next meeting on Tuesday 2 August at 6pm in the school library. It only cost $1 to join. We only hold 8 meetings per year being weeks 3 & 7 of each school term, and meetings are now held on Tuesdays.
Cafeteria & Online Orders & Seeking Volunteers
For the first 6 weeks of this term or manager Deb McGinley will be on annual leave - We wish her all the best and look forward to seeing her back refreshed. We use the Spriggy Schools for online orders. Just download the Ap and is easy to use. This is a good way to avoid the queues when collecting your lunch. We are always looking for volunteers to assist Cafeteria employees. If you would like to gain some experience and fellowship with staff or would just like to enjoy the ocean views, please contact Cafeteria Manager Louise on 0439 922 697 if you can give some time. You will need a Working With Children Check (P&C will cover this cost).
Uniform ShopThe uniform shop is well stocked for the year. Please download the order form HERE
and email Marianne to order. Students can collect the orders on Mondays or Wednesdays at the uniform shop at school.As always Marianne is happy to accommodate your uniform needs out of hours if needed. Contact details are on the order form.
We can be contacted through our Facebook page if you require any further information about anything or email our Secretary Kathy with any enquiries at bunburyshspandc@gmail.com
We wish you all the best for the term hoping that you will stay safe and healthy.
Geoff OgdenPresident
Bunbury SHS P&C Association Inc.
Triple P – Positive Parenting Program®
Getting Results
By Professor Matt Sanders
It’s natural to want your teen to do well at school and some parents use a reward such as money to encourage their teenager to get better grades. I’ve often heard of parents offering their child $20 or $30 for every “A” on their end of term report card.
One of the problems with giving teens financial incentives for good end-of-term grades is that the reward comes too long after the effort is made.
Rather than waiting till the end of term, it’s much more effective to set up a system of rewards which are brief and frequent and which encourage positive daily habits. These daily habits then build towards an eventual outcome, such as a good homework and study routine.
However, you can encourage teens to build good study and homework habits without having to resort to offering money.
Why not try a reward such as an activity they really like? Or you could offer a special treat you know they’ll enjoy. The object is to encourage good routines by giving extra attention and praise or small frequent rewards when they are doing the right thing.
When teenagers are struggling that little bit of extra attention can encourage them into new patterns of behaviour – and they may end up getting that A after all!
Professor Matt Sanders is founder of the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program®. For more information, go to www.triplep-parenting.net
The Bunbury SHS business plan has a priority of High Quality Teaching. An important aspect of this is providing academic support for all students with learning difficulties or additional needs. Our teachers focus on delivering accessible learning for all students. The school also provides other targeted support such as direct instruction programs, one-to-one programs and alternative reporting. Our Education Assistants regularly engage in professional learning that keeps them up to date with evidence-based strategies to use with students.
An important role in our school is that of Learning Support Coordinator. The LSC manages the Education Assistant team, which comprises 11 staff, working across both mainstream classes and two special programs in the school – Year 10 Project-based Learning (PBL) and Year 11 Shedworks. The LSC oversees the support provided to students with additional needs. We have a new Learning Support Coordinator commencing in Term 3, Sarah Hales.
Ms Hales knows many of our students from her time at Cooinda Primary School and has taught some of them in the past. Sarah has extensive special education knowledge and experience, and she will be an important addition to the Student Services team, which provides comprehensive support to all students.
Welcome to the team Sarah! Please read below a short introduction about Sarah.
My name is Sarah Hales and I have been appointed as the Learning Support Coordinator at Bunbury Senior High. I am a teacher with over 20 years' experience across multiple year levels. I have worked in various schools throughout the Southwest; Harvey Primary School, Glen Huon, Donnybrook District Highschool and Cooinda Primary School.
My absolute goal as an educator is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to open doors, provide opportunities and ultimately achieve a fulfilling future. Empowering and building confidence in the students I teach with the hope they will become forward thinking and not shy away from the tricky or the new.
Digital Game Industry GAT workshop
Year 7 and 9 students in our Gifted and Talented program received an insider’s perspective on the digital game industry earlier in Term2.
Software manager, author and narrative game designer Esther Krogdahl conducted the workshops, covering topics such as quests, cut scenes and world building.
Year 9 GAT student Alex Brown said it was inspiring to meet someone making their career in the gaming field.
“It was relevant and very interesting because gaming is one of my passions – I am already making my own game,” Alex said.
“Esther was very helpful – she gave me some tools to use and guidance on how to improve my ideas.”
Esther told students about one of her career highlights, writing the narratives and missions for Galaxy’s Edge, the interactive Star Wars adventure at Disney World. She also provided students with tips about breaking into the industry.
In a practical activity, students took a familiar story and designed a branching narrative.
As part of their English class, Year 9 GAT students created their own narratives for a digital game this term. These have been shared with Esther for some expert feedback.
Phoenix Ridgwell, also of Year 9 GAT, said it was interesting to find out how narratives are written for games by someone actually doing it for a living.
“I appreciated having an expert guest, in an area that is more prominent in modern society,” Phoenix said.
This was a sentiment shared by Phoenix’s classmate Jesse Nunn.
“It was definitely inspiring and showed me possible careers in narrative design and game development,” Jesse said.
“It was great to have access to an expert in the industry.”
Escape Room Experience
Year 9 students Talita Botha and Daniella Schoeman have created thrilling escape room experience as part of their Gifted and Talented program. So far, the pair have run the challenge with peers from their Year 9 class and will soon put some Year 7 GAT students through their paces.
Here, Talita explains the purpose of the escape room and how they devised the project.
"The creative process of constructing the narrative-based project of an escape room encapsulated various stages. In order to achieve a simulating and captivating experience, a basic premise and narrative storyline was developed. Factors such as tension, linearity, pacing, setting and character were taken into consideration. Throughout the storyline, the player is reminded of the character’s objectives, the urgency of their situation and other arousing conflicts. Character depth was also achieved through personalised decision making towards the conclusion of the narrative. Furthermore, depending on the success of players, the game follows alternate paths of the narrative, approaching alternate conclusions once puzzles have been failed, for an interesting sequence of events.
To accompany the narrative, corresponding puzzles were manufactured to increase tension and maintain the player’s engagement. A combination of coded, numerical and logical thinking puzzles were utilised for a diverse experience. The complex narratives that intertwined proved to be both challenging and exciting to create.
The narrative outlines the life-threatening condition of a space-based character, facing the conflict of completing their mission. Their home planet is under a threatening condition and relies on their efforts for survival. Further complications, such as malfunctioning technology complicated the character’s journey, leading to the confronting conclusion that incorporates the player’s unique decision making. Depending on the player’s logical thinking, the character could face a heroic death on deck or return to their home planet in shame."
School Development Day - Date change
The School Development Day in Term 3 has been moved from Friday 26 August to Monday 5 September to give students an extra day of recovery after Country Week before returning to school.
Please mark this date on your calendars!
Academic Scholarship 2023
Through the generosity of the school community, Bunbury SHS offers academic scholarships for currently enrolled students or those students who would appreciate the opportunity to study at Bunbury SHS.
The following scholarships are available to any currently enrolled Year 10 student or those prospective students who would appreciate the opportunity to complete their senior school study at Bunbury SHS for 2023/24.
Kingia Scholarship
One student completing an ATAR pathway and one student completing a VET pathway. A monetary scholarship ‘up to the value of $1000’ for each year during the period of senior schooling.
ATAR criteria for consideration:
- Minimum band 8 in all NAPLAN components Numeracy, Writing and Reading
- Academic standing in Year 10 Semester 1 report to meet an ATAR pathway
- Participation in extra curricula activities.
VET criteria for consideration:
- Acceptance into nationally recognised Certificate III course
- Academic standing in Year 10 Semester 1 report
- Participation in extra curricula activities.
Funds cover compulsory school charges with residual monies allocated to other optional charges and/or personal items and other services in consultation with the student during the period of senior schooling.
Kaadadjiny Scholarship
Two ATAR pathway students and two VET pathway students awarded the Kaadadjiny scholarship are drawn from the Kingia scholarship applicants. The recipients of these scholarships will have their compulsory school charges ‘up to the value of $500’ covered for each year during the period of senior schooling.
VET pathway students completing a Certificate II course may apply directly for a Kaadadjiny scholarship under the following criteria:
- Acceptance into nationally recognised Certificate II course
- Academic standing in Year 10 Semester 1 report
- Participation in extra curricula activities.
How to Apply
To apply for a 2023 Scholarship, students complete the Scholarship Application Form found on the school website and include the following documents:
- Student composed letter of introduction which details current interests and achievements as well as future ambitions. The letter should not exceed a typed A4 page (1-sided)
- A copy of Semester 1 Year 10 report
- Certificate III course acceptance (for VET Kingia pathway scholarship)
- Certificate II course acceptance (for VET Kaadadjiny pathway scholarship)
Apply through the link below. Applications close Monday 21 November 2022.
This month on SchoolTV - Celebrating NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is celebrated by all Australians and is a great opportunity to recognise and learn more about the history and culture of indigenous communities.
NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced back to the Aboriginal rights movement, when on Australia Day 1938, protestors marched through the streets of Sydney to highlight the status and treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Today, it is a week-long celebration held in July that consists of range of traditional and contemporary activities.
NAIDOC Week is an important event that helps build positive relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people. It enables a deeper understanding of our differences and similarities. NAIDOC week is an opportunity for all Australians to eliminate bias and discrimination by reflecting and reconciling the wrongs of the past to facilitate hope and build a fairer future. Families are encouraged to join in and support young people in learning the significance of NAIDOC Week.
This Special Report offers suggestions on how families can celebrate NAIDOC Week together. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please seek medical or professional help.
Here is the link to your special report https://bunburyshs.wa.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-celebrating-naidoc-week
Download the Schoolzine App
We understand that now more than ever, it’s essential for our school to have effective and efficient communication channels available to our school community - accessible anywhere, anytime.
Our new communication platform "Schoolzine" offers that and more! We encourage you to download the SZapp so that you have access to the latest news and events as well as important links in one convenient app.
Get access to the school newsletter, website, PTO, subject selection online, attendance and much more.
Please follow the video below to install or in the document below.
Cafeteria Online Ordering
Our Cafeteria has recently moved to a new online ordering system called Spriggy Schools. The app is user friendly and can be downloaded onto your phone.
For more information about Spriggy Schools and to download the app, head to their website:https://www.spriggyschools.com.au/
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
We want to get to know our students and school community better and hear all about your life out of school.
If you have been kicking goals out in the community - whether you've had sporting success, are volunteering somewhere fun, or have an interesting or unusual hobby we want to know about it.
Please fill in the online form using the link below and you might be featured on our Facebook page or in our newsletter in the near future.
You will also win points for your House which goes towards the overall score and end of year tally for the champion house.
Year 9/10 Winter Carnival
The Year 9/10 Winter Carnival took place during the last week of Term 2. Students competed in a fun and exciting end-of-term carnival in a range of sports.
Although the wind was cold, students enjoyed the day outside of the classroom.
Year 7 VASP Textiles Projects and lino print squishies
The Year 7 VASP students have been busy over semester 1. The students have made unique creations including lino print squishies and hand-painted textiles pieces. While making their squishies, students learned an enterprise skill whilst undertaking a traditional art medium.
In creating their textile pieces, students first used their drawing skills to observe patterns in nature, they then developed these into abstracted patterns and shapes. Using special fabric printing inks students created colourful backgrounds on heavy cotton fabric. From there they applied their own unique patterns and further enhanced their designs using paint pens.
This project has resulted in some amazing, colourful, hand-painted textile pieces that include sample pieces, a pencil case and a cushion.
Junior Band Primary School Tour
During Term 2, our Junior Band toured three primary schools to perform for students.
The band travelled to Dardanup, Picton and Boyanup Primary Schools where they performed a number of songs for students and staff.
The primary students thoroughly enjoyed themselves and some even recognised former primary school students that had graduated before them.
Young Writer's Day
Earlier in Term 2, select Year 7 & 8 students enjoyed a visit from author Amber Moffat for Young Writer's Day.
Amber is an author, teacher, and educator and has recently started her PhD in Creative Writing at ECU.
Students spent the day developing their creative writing techniques in three sessions throughout the day and learnt about Amber's writing style and books.
Lower School HASS
Throughout Term 2, Lower School HASS students have been engaged in their interesting curriculum. During Civics and Citizenship, students were delighted by a visit from the Mayor of Bunbury, Jaysen de San Miguel. The Year 7 class were excited to learn about the Mayor himself and asked questions ranging from upbringings, favourite sports and TV shows to local, national and international issues and the future of Bunbury.
In Year 10, students have been studying economics. Students have been exploring budgeting, where they visited a local supermarket and were given a challenge; to spend a certain amount of money that would feed a family of four people on a low income. The students had to consider factors such as discounted products, quantity vs quality and basic necessities.
In Year 8, students have been working on earthquake-proof model buildings. Students learnt about various designs happening today and possible designs for the future to prevent buildings from collapsing. Their designs will be tested in a make-shift earthquake simulator. Students will be scored for student collaboration, design meeting specifications and how well they survived the test. I wonder whose building will survive?!
Year 7 French
Year 7 Students studying French, have spent this term studying French poems and writing their own Calligram (picture poem) about their family. Students created amazing visual images to represent their writing.
In Term2, Year 7 French Language students researched information about French speaking countries. Ruby and Ella got inspired and created this amazing poem about Switzerland. New place to visit on your bucket list for sure! Check it out in the PDF below.
Senior School Update
Senior School students have completed a very busy semester. By now, Semester 1 reports will have been seen and discussed over the kitchen table. I hope these discussions were positive and fruitful!
Students, who are engaged in their learning and striving to succeed, should be congratulated. However, continued effort is still required during Semester 2.
For students who are inconsistent in their efforts, it is not too late to refocus and achieve better academic outcomes by the end of the year.
For students who are not committed to their studies, it is a time to consider all options for the remainder of 2022 and beyond.
At the end of Term 2, our Senior School students were strongly encouraged to complete a semester review and set academic goals for the end of the year. I encourage all parents and caregivers to ask to see this document and continue to provide support in the achievement of these goals.
In looking back over Semester 1, a range of experiences during the weekly Academic Success periods were provided with the goal to challenge and inspire our students to “be the best they can be”.
These include:
- Fortnightly year meetings
- Elevate exam preparation workshops for ATAR students
- Many 1:1 review/support meetings
- Goal setting and review activities
- Wellbeing workshops – headspace/our School Psychologist & Senior School team
- Guest speakers
- Australian Defence Force
- Jobs & Skills Centre Presentation - “The World of Work”
- University Hall & St George’s residential accommodation presentation
My most important communication tool is the Connect Online Portal (link found on the school website). It is very important that students, parents and caregivers check for notices on a regular basis given there will be a range of important notices coming out over the coming semester.
A final piece of wisdom for all of our students is, “If it is to be, it is up to me!”
However, don’t forget you have parents, friends, teachers and Student Services staff willing to help whenever needed!
Have a great Semester 2!
Tim Fry
Senior School Manager
Year 10 Course Selection for 2023 Update
In managing this process, I use the Connect Online Portal on a regular basis. It is very important that students, parents and caregivers check for notices regularly given there will continue to be important notices being posted over the coming semester.
95% of students have now completed the subject selection process!
I will be working over the coming semester on a number of key tasks including:
- Finalising 2023 timetables
- Completing and submitting applications for SR TAFE and the Bunbury Regional Trade Training Centre [by Monday 15 August]
- Meeting with students to confirm their pathways and future aspirations
- Organising Parent Information Sessions relating to Vocational Education & Training [VET] & potential enrolment in the Shedworks Program
- Completing “handover” processes with the Year 10 HOY and Student Support Officer
- Organising several educational experiences in preparation for 2023
- ATAR University visits to Perth and Bunbury ECU
- Elevate Study Skills workshops for ATAR students
- Visits to SR TAFE for students applying for certificate courses
The Senior School Team is looking forward to the journey ahead. I encourage all Year 10 students to work hard and achieve a final report that reflects their abilities.
The Senior School Team
Tim Fry – Senior School Manager
Liz Chambers – Work Place Learning Coordinator
Danelle Field – Student Support Officer
Shedworks - Term 2
The Shedworks group was busy during Term 2. Some of the activities we participated in revolved around teamwork, cooperation and negotiation. The compost bays that we have been using have been in place for about five years. We took a trip out to the Harvey TAFE where our gear has been stored. We selected nine pallets and brought them back to replace the ageing and rotting compost bays.
One of our regular activities is called Storm Chasers. The Storm Chasers program is in connection with the Dolphin Discovery Centre where we select a site along our coastal area and collect then analyse assortments of litter and rubbish left behind by people. That information is forwarded to the Discovery Centre to build an understanding of where the litter is coming from and what types are making their way into the inlet, the estuary and the ocean.
Finally, we have had great success with some of our students in the Shedworks program leaving to start their careers.
The first student was Jordan. He wished to pursue a career in the automotive trade, in particular, with heavy diesel engines. Jordan knew that this was a direction he wished to pursue, having a contact at GTS Engine Reconditioning in Bunbury, Jordan was given a three-week full-time trial. His attitude and ability resulted in a full-time position. He left the Shedworks Program in mid-March (Term 1).
Jacob has left to begin an apprenticeship with Bunbury & Busselton Air as an apprentice electrician. He gained a lot of support and encouragement to diversify his skills. His persistence paid off with a recent position offered as an apprentice. Well done, Jacob!
Rocky has held a long-term position at Bakers Delight for 2 years, so he’s used to having responsibility when working in a team and serving customers. He recently gave that all up for an apprenticeship position offered to him through Hough Cabinets in Bunbury. Rocky has worked in cabinets during his time in the PBL program in Year 10 at Bunbury SHS. He enjoyed it so much that he wanted to go back. His confidence built and after a two-week trial, Rocky was offered a position. Well done, Rocky!
Dean has been attending TAFE and is enrolled in Painting and Decorating career pathway. Dean enjoys his training and is engaging well in the Shedworks Program. His attitude and commitment to his career has been rewarded through a recommendation for his workplace learning to another business. Dean's work ethic and skills have seen him offered a position at Chris Duca Painting, a well-regarded company in Bunbury. Well done, Dean!
Zane and Kaeley are also potentially finishing at the end of term, with Kaeley maintaining a position at Alpine Laundry and Zane starting at GT Fabrications. Tammy and I have had a great time with these guys and wish them all success and the best of luck.
While it’s sad to see these students leave, the whole idea of the Shedworks Program is to support, nurture and encourage students to become work and life ready to follow a career pathway that they enjoy.
Jamie Turnbull
Shedworks Coordinator
South West High Schools Netball Cup
During Term 2, our Country Week netball team competed at the SW High Schools Netball Cup. The students who competed ranged in ages from Year 8 to Year 12. In the first game, the rain came over making the carnival more challenging than usual. Coming third in their pool, the students did well across their division. Unfortunately, they lost their final game, placing fourth overall on the day. Well done girls!
HMAS Stirling Visit
Three lucky Year 11 students Connor, Lukas and Scott and along with Mr Keillor recently won an all-expenses-paid trip to Perth to visit the HMAS Stirling at Garden Island near Rockingham to learn about pathways into the Australian Defence Force and navy.
During the trip, students boarded and toured the HMAS Stirling including seeing the ship's standard-issue weapons, defence systems, dorms, tactical warfare room, navigation room and the electronics repair room where they repair fibre optic cables and all circuitry for the ships and submarines.
The students also toured the ADF facilities at Garden Island which included 50m pool, a full gymnasium including a climbing wall, and recreation and hobby rooms for social activities. (Photo of Connor playing air hockey against one of the submariners).
While there, the students got to participate in a range of activities, some including fire fighting training, viewing the training grounds where they practice rescues for smoked out rooms and flooding spaces and saw a submarine from the docks (see photo below).
The group also discussed pathways from school into the navy and other ADF operations.
As part of the trip, the school also won a Makebot STEM resources pack full of robotics equipment. This pack will be used by our Robotics Club.
Autonomous Car
Students in the Engineerng and STEM Club are building an autonomous car to compete in a competition at UWA later in the year.
The car will drive itself in a variety of challenges using GPS. The students are writing all the code and developing electronic interfaces to make it all happen.
The students received the car in May and have already started to develop concepts for the competition.
Congratulations to these successful VET students who have all achieved employment in their pathway industry. Well done and good luck, we hope you stay in touch.
- Rory Hutton
- Koby Tanner
- Cooper Hiscox
- Harry Tapper
- Cooper Zanich
- Milly Patterson
Ms Chambers
Workplace Learning
Congratulations on getting through to the end of Term 2.
I hope you had a safe and enjoyable break in the school holidays.
I look forward to seeing everyone over Term 3.
Deon Throne
BSHS YouthCARE Chaplain
| Year 12 Careers Seminar Day | 26 July |
| Interhouse Athletics Carnival | 27 July |
| Interschool Cross Country | 2 August |
| Science and Engineering Challenge | 2 August |
| 2022 NAIDOC Netball Carnival | 3 August |
| Senior Wind Orchestra Camp | 4-5 August |
| Bell Shakespeare Incursion | 4 August |