Riverside Rap - Riverside Christian College

Riverside
Rap
23 Royle Street
Maryborough West
Queensland 4650
P O Box 2069
Maryborough DC
Queensland 4650
Telephone: 4123 1031
Fax: 4123 2545
Email:
Edition 7
2012
Friday 4 May
college@riverside.qld.edu.au
River Side
OFFICE HOURS:
8AM — 4PM

“Be the best. It’s the only market that’s not crowded.”
In Years 11 and 12 our students will be allocated two periods per week of QCE (Queensland Certificate of
Education) time. During this time, students will be partaking in life skills courses and preparing for the QCS.
The Queensland Core Skills (QCS) Test is a common state‐wide test for Year 12 students that measures
achievement – not intelligence or aptitude. It is grounded in Queensland senior curriculum and tests the 49
Common Curriculum Elements (http://alturl.com/zfqac). The QSA uses the data from the test to provide group
results which are used for comparing student achievement across schools and subjects. The students will
complete four test papers: one writing task, one short response and two multiple choice. It is imperative that all
OP eligible Year 11 and 12 students use their class time effectively to help to prepare them to achieve the best
possible result. Our last Rap edition included some sample questions to give you an idea of what to expect.
Here is both a Math problem and an English punctuation example.
A prize is on offer to the first correct answer to the Math problem submitted by a student at Student Reception
MATH PROBLEM:
The cost of a parachuting course consists of charge of $250 which
covers equipment hire and tuition, and a further expense of $55
per jump.
How many jumps could a person afford to do if she was prepared
to spend up to a $1000?
PUNCTUATION IS POWERFUL
An English professor wrote the words,
"A woman without her man is nothing"
on the blackboard and directed the students to punctuate it correctly.
The men wrote: "A woman, without her man, is nothing."
The women wrote: "A woman: without her, man is nothing."
DID YOU KNOW....?
Research shows that Autism now affects approximately ONE IN EVERY 160 CHILDREN
aged 6‐12 years. Autism Queensland selected the month of April as Autism
Awareness Month to help raise awareness and funds to support people living with
Autism and their families. The theme was GO BLUE FOR AUTISM.
In support of this event, a group of Year 8‐10 students baked cupcakes and covered
them with blue icing and smiley faces. On Tuesday 24 April, a group of Senior
students volunteered to sell the cakes which seemed to be enjoyed by many!
A TOTAL OF $82 WAS RAISED
Many thanks to all who supported the event by giving of their time or money.
The Office
Desk
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JUNIOR COLLEGE News
Home Reading Activities (Part 3 of 3)
What to do after reading the book!
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Retelling the story. Ask your child to tell you the story he/ she
just read without looking at the book. Using these words (first,
next, then, after that, finally) will help your child to keep the
story in the correct sequence. The retelling of the story will
show you if your child understood what he/ she read.
Understanding what is read is of uttermost importance.
Point out interesting or long words in the book.
Point out sounds or sight words within the story.
Compare events in the book with your own lives. Are the
events similar or totally different from what you do?
If it is a book that has poems in it, then talk about what a
poem is.
If the story has a recipe, talk about how this is written
differently from a story. (Here’s an idea! Select a simple child’s
cookery book from the library and plan a cooking session.
Write a list of the ingredients you will need to buy when
shopping. Your child will practise their reading, learn to follow
directions and see that reading is useful and has a purpose.)
Talk about the characters in the book. Compare characters
with real people. Is there something we can learn from the
characters?
Perhaps the characters are animals, not people. Talk about how
the animals take on human characteristics.
Discuss your favourite part of the story
Encourage your child to talk about books he/ she has enjoyed
or disliked. Help your child think about why they enjoyed or
disliked the book.
Discuss favourite authors together and decide why you like
them.
HAPPY READING
Better Buddies comes to
Riverside Junior College
One of the most common forms of
violence in the lives of children is
bullying, with one in six children being
bullied each week. Bullying can have a
devastating effect on a child. In
addition, children who portray bullying
behaviours are more likely to commit
anti‐social behaviours and criminal
acts.
In Better Buddies, children in Year 1
and Year 5 buddy up and learn the
values of caring for others, friendliness,
respect, valuing differences, including
others and responsibility through
formal weekly activities and informal
interaction outside the classroom.
Better Buddies enables younger
children to feel safe and cared for
while older children feel valued and
respected.
This week we will be setting up the
Better Buddies framework between
the Year 5 students and the Year 1
students. If you are a parent of a
Year 1 student or a Year 5 student we
will inform you of your child's buddy.
We are also planning a very special
celebration as we start this program
in our College.
Junior
College
News
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MIDDLE COLLEGE News
Important Dates for Term 2
Labour Day, 7 May College closed
NAPLAN Testing (Years 3, 5, 7 & 9), 15‐17 May
Show Holiday, 25 May College closed
PHOTO DAY, 29 May
Yr8 Vaccinations – Dose #2, 4 June
ICAS Science Competition, 6 June
Middle College Exams, 7 & 8 June
Queen’s Birthday Holiday, 11 June College closed
College Musical, 22 June
Powerhouse
If any parents/carers are still having
difficulty accessing the College
Powerhouse site, please let your child’s
Form Teacher know as soon as possible.
A pamphlet is available as a self help
guide from the College Reception.
http://powerhouse.riverside.qld.edu.au/
ANZAC March
A huge thank you to all students, and families, who supported this year’s ANZAC March. It was
great to see our Middle College students dressed so well and marching so proudly last
Wednesday.
Year 6/7 Art Excursion
The students in Years 6 & 7 have been exploring the Elements of Art, as part of their Semester
One Art Program. 6/7M and 6/7C recently visited Alpha 31 Studio in Tinana, to learn about
sculpture (form, texture, proportion, abstraction, positive shape and negative space).
The excursion was an authentic experience for these classes, to visit a sculpture garden, an
artist’s workspace and gallery. Considering the work of others, and viewing the elements of art
within the artworks of artists, in their own community, was an invaluable experience enjoyed by
all. The students participated in a workshop, where they used clay hand building techniques to
create a 3D clay animal sculpture. Students enjoyed using their imaginations, hands and
learning about sculpture and art.
Cross Country
Congratulations to all the Middle College students who participated in the College Cross Country
last week. Six students then competed in the Primary Zone Cross Country:
Perth Bradford, Matilda Davies, Luke Radburn, Dustin Hadden, Daniel Hoodcamp and Nathaniel
Nehow. We wish our Middle College students travelling to the Fraser District Zone Cross
Country, in Hervey Bay next Wednesday, all the very best : Susie Green, Shannon Trigger,
Phillip Bell & Rhys McShane.
Requests for Schoolwork
Periodically, teachers have received requests for class work from parents, whose children are
sick at home. Whilst every effort is made to provide this work, we ask that parents understand
that the teachers are generally busy teaching until class breaks at 11:00am and 1:00pm, and are
unable to answer emails until then. We ask for your patience, and will endeavour to respond to
requests at the first available opportunity.
Middle
College
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SENIOR COLLEGE News
Royle River Car Wash
'Splish, Splosh, Splash, let us wash your car in a flash!
Half of the Year 9/10 Business class are running a Charity Car wash, called ‘Royle River Car Wash’
for the USQ business challenge. It will be held on 14 and the 21 of May at Riverside Christian
College, in the big car park. All money raised will be donated to the Cancer Council.
The Car Wash will start at 11.30am until 2.30pm.
Prices are very reasonable and for $8 your car will be washed and chamoised. Deluxe car wash is only $10 for wash/tyres
washed with tyre shine/windscreen squeegee cleaned and a free air freshener valued at $5.
We also offer other options for $2 each, that you can get separate without the car being washed, which include,
windscreen cleaned/tyres cleaned. Whilst your car is being washed you can sit under the gazebo, there will be
magazines provided for your pleasure. We hope to see you there!
University Showcase in Maryborough
Local Senior students were recently given the opportunity to
explore their prospective futures at a University Showcase
featuring top universities such as Bond University and
Queensland University of Technology. The showcase, held at
Aldridge State High School, provided students with valuable
information regarding University life. From applying to
University to finding accommodation. University providers
and current University students illuminated the group to key
skills imperative to successful studies. “It was a very
informative day,” a Year 12 student commented.
“I am now more familiar with the prospects for my future and
the difference between school life and university life.”
Local university USQ was on hand to offer students
opportunities closer to home however it was Griffith
University that was most popular within the group.
“Many people say that University is the best time in your life
and I would love to be able to enjoy that experience in a new
and exciting setting such as Brisbane or the Gold Coast which
can provide me with the best possible course for my career,”
the student said.
By Lucy Kinbacher
RYAN REGION
Let’s have a look at tonight’s forecast for Ryan …..
Looks like there’s a late one ahead caused by strong
homework conditions coming in from the S/E.
Predictions for tomorrow show a tired trend moving in,
this massive system will be hanging overhead for a few
weeks, so board up the windows, put your headphones
in … this will hit hard!
RYAN
HOST FAMILIES NEEDED IN JUNE/JULY AND
FREE FAMILY INFORMATION EVENING
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand, a not‐for‐profit
organisation registered with all state and territory
departments of education, is pleased to extend an
invitation for Riverside Christian College students and
their families to attend the next LIVE Online information
session being held on Thursday 10 May. The session
starts at 6:30pm. Each year there are hundreds of
students from around the world who choose to visit
Australia. Students bring with them their own spending money,
health insurance and a wonderful attitude and desire to learn
about their new host country. Your whole family….and your
relatives and friends….will grow and learn as you all get to know
your new ‘son’ or ‘daughter’ from another land. If your family
can offer a friendly, supportive and caring home environment,
make contact today. To hear more about this wonderful
opportunity log onto www.studentexchange.org.au or
call us on 1300 135 331.
Brains were filled and tears were shed at RYDA’s annual
youth information event held at the Maryborough Show
grounds last Friday. Future and current licensed students
were educated on the hazards, distractions, precautions
and disadvantages of driving and the repercussions of
driving dangerously. “It was a great day to learn new
things and experience how quickly a life can be lost
through our actions whilst we are in a car,” a Riverside
student said. The day consisted of multiple sessions filled
with activities and information on dangers and distractions
involved with driving, car insurance, a drivers reaction
time and actual stopping distance and the affects
accidents can hold on the police investigation units
present at accident scenes. While all the activities
educated students on their future choices whilst driving it
was the story of crash survivor Matt that had every
participant reaching for a tissue. The 1993 accident near
Bondi, NSW, which left Matt in a wheelchair and his
passenger deceased, was caused from a collision with a
drunken driver. “It really brought home how easily life
can change for the worse, even when you are being the
responsible driver,” a student said. “Receiving our license
isn’t a right, it’s a privilege and it is our right to keep our
lives and others on the road safe.”
By Lucy Kinbacher Year 11
Senior
College
News
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News from the CHAPLAIN
RAP FROM THE CHAP This issue I thought I would point out some of the great ‘Causes for Youth’
within our local community. Within Maryborough there are many youth organisations that are worth
looking into for your children to be a part of or even as an adult to volunteer your time to support.
As I stood and watched the ANZAC Day Parade I was amazed at the opportunities for young people to be
involved in community service organisations. With a background in church youthwork I have always
been well aware of Church based youth groups that operate every week, but I also began to notice many
other organisations that also teach our young people about service to others. Here are just a few:
Emergency Services Cadets, Scouts (Cubs, Scouts, Venturers), Boys and Girls Brigade, Air Cadets, St Johns
Ambulance Cadets, as well as many church youth groups. These are all ‘Causes’ worth our time to
support and fight for, as the key element in all of these is service to others and our community. So maybe think about
giving one a go the next time your son or daughter tells you they are bored! As an adult volunteer you have the chance
to really impact the lives of young people and share some of your life experience and life lessons with the next
generation!
Emergency Services Cadets
Friday night the 27 April the Emergency Services Cadets completed the first of
many training sessions that will make up their Certificate 2 in Public Safety. Two
seasoned SES Volunteers came to train the Cadets on “Use of Ladders”. The
Cadets had a chance to use some of the SES equipment during the training, as
well as gaining some insight into the role of an SES Volunteer. Our Riverside
Emergency Services Cadets showed exemplary behaviour and it was a privilege to
be there with them. A big thanks to all Cadets and Parents. I would especially
like to thank Mr Chris Hadden for his help. God Bless, Ross Harrold.
“The Shed” 115 Gympie Road, Tinana
7:00pm to 9:30pm
SAGALA is for all kids aged 5‐11 years.
There are sections for each age group.
Have fun as they:
: explore the world
: try out hobbies
: go camping
: learn skills
: hear about Jesus
For more information contact:
Maryborough Salvation Army Deanne Stewart 41 213643
Office hours 9am to 3pm Tuesday to Friday
4 th MAY Big Games Night
Fresh… Ultimate Frisbee… Tails…
join us for some massive games action!
11 th MAY ‘B’ Night
Last term we had ‘A’ night, this time
we’ll see what happens when we have ‘B’
Night! Come dressed as something starting
with the letter ‘B’ and join us for a
night to remember of B-rilliant games!
18 th MAY Zone District
Youth Event
Get together with youth from
Gympie, Childers & Bundy as we
gather for a BBQ tea, games and to
worship God together!
Chaplaincy
Missions
Youth Activities
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OUTDOOR ED. & SPORTING News
Age Name House
9 Year Old Girls Jasmine Philips Joshua
9 Year Old Boys Kenton Emery Gideon
10 Year Old Girls Courtney Robinson Joshua
10 Year Old Boys David Perry Daniel
11 Year Old Girls Perth Bradford Gideon
11 Year Old Boys Alec Csonka Joshua
12 Year Old Girls Tylaina Mackay Gideon
12 Year Old Boys Daniel Van Huyssteen Daniel
13 Year Old Girls Shannon Trigger Daniel
13 Year Old Boys Matthew Perry Daniel
14 Year Old Girls Susie Green Gideon
14 Year Old Boys Rhys McShane Daniel
15 Year Old Girls Phillipa Allanson Joshua
15 Year Old Boys Brayden Trigger Daniel
16 Year Old Girls Emily Rockemer Daniel
16 Year Old Boys Matthew McKewin Joshua
17+ Year Old Girls Kimberley Farmer Gideon
17+Year Old Boys Aidan Ford Daniel
Last Thursday we had the Total Football Academy here all day
working with our Junior College. They had a pretty cool “inflatable
field” which our students had a lot of fun in!
Community and Recreation has kicked off again for another Term.
We have a group of students fishing with Mrs Holder and
Mrs Harvey as well as Zumba, Rugby Trainings, Soup Kitchen,
Tennis, helping Art Classes at the Maryborough Special School and
rehearsals for the School Musical! It is a fantastic opportunity for
our Year 8‐10 students to get out in the community and help out
as well as have some fun.
RESULTS 2012 Cross Country Age
Champions
Overall Points:
1st: Gideon (334)
2nd Daniel (316)
3rd Joshua (260)
House Spirit Award:
1st: Daniel
2nd: Joshua
3rd: Gideon
Best Costume:
Zacharias Lawgall
AFL Auskick is starting this Friday 4 May after
school. Prep to Year 5. Cost is only $60.00.
Pay online and register at aflauskick.com.au
Contact Rob Searle 0450 909 267
If you miss the first session, you can join the
following week.
Amazing Results for Riverside Students
The following students have been selected to
play futsal in the City Qld vs Country Qld where
the State selectors will be keenly watching the
talent.
Callum Perrotta‐O'Sullivan
Timothy Gibson
Josiah Nehow
Daniel Lloyd
Jack Bradford
Jamie Shewring
Shannon Stewart
Josie Jamieson‐Bews
Susie Green
Olivia Tass
Taylor Snell
Jamie‐Lee Peters
Sarah Johnson
WELL DONE AND WISHING YOU WELL IN CAIRNS
Sporting
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ART, MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS News
Wakakirri
Wakakirri
is a story telling
competition for
students in Years
5 to 7. The theme for
this year is “12” and
our students are
performing a story
dance called, “The
YEAR OF THE
DRAGON,” a story mix
between Mulan and
the Dragon's
Precious Pearl.
Mrs Desiree McGann
MACBETH
2 SHOWS ONLY
MAY 16 & 20
Hervey Bay Cinemas
128 Boatharbour Drive
Adults $28
All pre‐purchased
admissions to the
Wednesday night
premiere include
complimentary
refreshments.
Choir trip to Brisbane
Last week saw the College choir
(Year 8 and up) travel to take
part in the ‘Brightest and Best’
choral festival at St. John’s
Cathedral in Brisbane. We have
been hard at work learning the
repertoire since Week 2 of last
term. The music was
challenging especially as some
of it was in Latin and was all in
4‐part harmony. The choir was
200 strong bringing some of
the top schools from the
Brisbane metropolitan area
together. Also taking part was a
group of choral scholars, string
orchestra and the mighty pipe
organ. The Cathedral is the only one in the Southern hemisphere
that has a suspended ceiling and its ceiling, walls and floor are all
made from stone giving it fantastic acoustics. To sing quality music
in such a building was a truly memorable event for the students.
The event occurs every two years and we have already put our
names down for the next one! So please encourage your child to
join the choir – and maybe come along yourselves?
We are now working towards the eisteddfod with a variety of
ensembles, so if you or your child is thinking of joining – now is the
ideal opportunity!
Here is the extra‐curricular music rehearsal schedule:
Music Tutors
Quality Music
Tutors available
at Riverside
Day/Time Junior Middle Senior
Monday – 8.00 – 8.45
Monday – 11.00 – 11.40 Junior Choir String
Quartet/Band for
musical
Monday – 1.00 – 1.30 Beginner Guitar Beginner
Guitar
Monday – 3.00 – 4.00
Tuesday – 8.00 – 8.45
Tuesday – 11.00 – 11.40 Junior Strings Intermediate Guitar
group
Tuesday – 1.00 – 1.30
Tuesday – 3.00 – 4.00
Wed – 8.00 – 8.45
Kyle
Downes
Keyboard
Tutor
Andre
Carpenter
Brass &
Woodwind
Tutor
Katie
Marshall
Violin
Tutor
Shaun
Manning
Bass
Guitar
Tutor
String Quartet/Band for
musical
Beginner Guitar
Rock Band
Intermediate Guitar
group
Musical soloists
Wed – 11.00 – 11.40 Middle/Senior Choir Middle/Senior Choir
Wed – 1.00 – 1.30
Wed – 3.00 – 4.00 Jazz Band Jazz Band
Thursday – 8.00 – 8.45 Rock Band Rock Band
Thursday – 11.00 – 11.40 Junior Choir Glee Club Glee Club
Thursday – 1.00 – 1.30
Thursday – 3.00 – 4.00
Friday – 8.00 – 8.45
Friday – 11.00 – 11.40 Middle/Senior Choir Middle/Senior Choir
Friday – 1.00 – 1.30
Friday – 3.00 – 4.00
Performing Arts
News
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STAFF News
Nominations received from students for the Positive Teacher Award.
(More nominations keep rolling in!)
Anchen Van Huyssteen ‐ I think Mrs White should be the Positive Teacher of the
year. She is a very positive and supportive teacher who does everything possible to
see her students succeed. She is also very kind and supportive outside of class and
cares for the wellbeing of all the students.
Kaitlyn Packer ‐ Mrs White should definitely be nominated for Positive Teacher of the
Year because she seriously cares about every student. She encourages everyone to do
better and to reach their full potential =]
Billie Dries ‐ Mrs Gibson, she has helped me through everything, from friendship
failures, to other troubles. Mrs Gibson deserves this award more than anybody in the
whole world!!! SHE IS THE BEST TEACHER AT THIS SCHOOL!!!!!.
Andrew Dalton ‐ Mrs White in Year 12 Biology. She was always making sure that I got
enough sleep for school when I was up late working and she would send emails out to
the class asking us if we were going along okay with the workload and if she could
help us in any way.
Mitchell Warburton – MRS BARRETT!!!
Tayla Nauschutz ‐ Mrs Gibson because she always asks me how I am and she is always willing to help no matter how big
or small the problem is. She is one of a kind, and I think she should be nominated for teacher of the year because she is
always there to talk to and she is always positive towards helping and caring for people.
So now, after 8 years, we have 9 buses and almost 600 students enrolled. We now have the capacity to carry 300 students
each day on our buses, which are mostly full. We have 8 drivers (plus relief drivers). I believe that the growth of our bus
services has very much contributed to the growth of the whole College. It is wonderful that our Principal has seen this also
and is committed to providing more, bigger and better buses for the future.”
Janita Shipp has handed over the role of Bus Co‐ordinator to Leesa Hickey, who will now be available to discuss your bus
requirements for 2012 by contact our College Reception on 4123 1031. A huge vote of appreciation goes out to Janita for
her years of service and vision for our College bus services. Janita’s role will continue on as Enrolments Registrar and Day
College Accounts Officer. We are currently seeking to employ a qualified bus driver during school term times, these will
be advertised in our Fraser Coast newspapers shortly.
COLLEGE BUSES ARE FULL
Sorry to advise that all College Buses are full at this time.
If you wish to book on a bus, please complete a blue
booking form. Your child’s name will then be placed on
a waiting list until a seat is available. We cannot put
children on buses just for one off trips.
Parents will need to arrange with family or friends to
assist them.
By Janita Shipp
“On the 19 November 2003,
myself and two others met to
discuss the possibility of
purchasing a bus for Riverside.
We were able to go ahead and
purchase an old clanger for
$20,000 to begin our first ever bus
run. The first run commenced on
9th February 2004. At that time
we had just over 100 students
enrolled in the College. Our bus
was able to collect 45 students.
AFTERNOON PROCEDURE FOR BUS STUDENTS
All students in Years 2 to 12 should go directly to the
grassed area at the side of the Admin building.
They will meet their driver there and line up.
Preps & Year 1’s will be escorted to this waiting area. Bus
drivers will then take their students to the door of their
bus and mark the roll as they embark. In the case of wet
weather, all students will assemble under the covered
area at the old waiting areas. There will be an
announcement to confirm this. Drivers will meet them
there and take them to their buses.
Staff
News
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
TERM 2 EVENTS
Monday
7 May
Tuesday 8 May to
Thursday 10 May
Labour Day Public
Holiday
Mother’s Day Stall
Whole Campus
1st & 2nd Breaks
After school until 4pm
M16
Tuesday 8 May MONDAY Timetable Whole College
Tuesday 15 May
Thursday 17 May
Tuesday 15 May
Wednesday 16 May
Friday
25 May
Tuesday
29 May
Wednesday 30 May
to Friday 1 June
Monday
11 June
Naplan Testing Years 3, 5 7 & 9 TBA
QCS Trials
Fraser Coast Show
Day Public Holiday
Year 12 OP students
Whole Campus
Photo Day Whole Campus Full Formal Uniform
Year 10 Camp Year 10 Off Campus
Queen’s Jubilee Public
Holiday
Whole Campus
Off Campus
Term 3 Week 1 (holiday planning 'heads‐up')
The first three days of Term 3 are pupil‐free days for most students [Monday 9 July – Wednesday 11 July].
The exceptions being ‐ Year 10 who will be on work experience from Monday 9 July to Friday 13 July; and, Year 11 who
will be on camp from Wednesday 11 July to Friday 13 July.
ICAS English, Maths and Science Competitions
This year students were nominated to sit these competitions by their class teachers. Letters were sent home to
parents informing them of competitions their child had been nominated to participate in. The costs and dates for
sitting were outlined on this letter. We have now submitted our College entry form for these competitions so no
further withdrawals are possible and the costs will be added to the student account for payment.
Mrs Narelle Downes ICAS Coordinator
An Invitation to all 2012 Year 9 and 10 students to the SCIENCE EXPERIENCE
Participate in either a 2‐3 day ($110) or 4 day ($145) program at CQ University Bundaberg 26 to 28 June.
Applications to attend need to be in by 1 June.
For further information please speak with Mrs White or check out the website www.scienceexperience.com.au
Learn about careers in science and technology. Listen to leaders in science, technology and engineering. Perform
interesting experiments in university laboratories.
RIVERSIDE BREAKFAST CLUB
Come on down to the Canteen area if you need some brain fuel on Wednesday and
Thursday mornings.
Helpers are needed ... So if you would like to become a volunteer please speak with Mr Ross Harrold.
Calendar
of Events
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COLLEGE NOTICES
RIVERSIDE’S ‐ P & F ASSOCIATION
“Empowering OUR College Community Through Authentic Partnerships”
Update from Riverside Parents and Friends Committee:
Our next P & F meeting is next Wednesday 9 May 7pm – 8pm in the
Prep Room. This meeting we will discuss up and coming events. If you
have any suggestions, please come along.
Tuckshop is proving to be a success with students and teachers taking
advantage of the service every Friday. A BIG THANKYOU to our
Co‐Ordinator Tanya and the lovely ladies who volunteer every week.
If you have a spare couple of hours on a Friday morning Riverside
Tuckshop Needs You, please contact our Canteen Co‐ordinator ‐ Tanya
Boyce on 0478 124 224 to put your name down. Canteen volunteers
are always needed. Any help will be greatly appreciated ‐ even if it is
just cutting up the fruit and salad.
School Banking every Thursday. Deposit books are collected in class
and returned by Monday at the latest. Remember, accounts can be
opened in any Commonwealth Bank branch. This term the
Commonwealth Bank are running a competition giving students a
chance to win some amazing prizes for themselves and the school.
We are giving one lucky School Banking student the chance to be the
face and name of a completely new Dollarmite character. Not only that
‐ the new character will live in Coinland for a whole year.
Students need to make at least 5 deposits into their Youthsaver
account the school between 16 April 2012 and 30 June 2012 and send
us their best and most creative savings tip in 25 words or less at
commbank.com.au/beadollarmite. The winner will be individually
judged on the first valid entry received.
If you have any question please email Cass on cponthego@gmail.com.
Pauls Collect a Cap This promotion is still running. Please if you drink
any Pauls milk including Pauls Full Cream, Smarter White, Trim, Rev,
PhysiCAL Low and No Fat and Skinny Milk, bring your caps into the
College Reception. Alternatively, you can drop them into IGA on Alice
Street (the old Andy’s) at the back where the milk fridges are.
Riverside will receive 10c for every cap which we will use to purchase
much needed resources for the College.
Remember .... Next Meeting
Wednesday 9 May 7pm‐8pm in the Prep Room.
We would love to see you there.
On Sunday 13 May
Which means ….. it's time again for the
Mother's Day Shop!
The Mother's Day Shop is going to be held
this year in M 16. The Shop will be open on
Tuesday 8 until Thursday 10 May, 2012 at first
and second break and every afternoon till
4:00pm. Some of our students from E-Zone
have assisted in the organising of the shop.
Students who are going on the Fiji Mission
Trip will also assist. Funds raised will support
the Missions trip.
For those new to the College,
we do this every year to offer
students the opportunity to
purchase gifts at reasonable
cost and support the Missions
fundraising.
General
Notices
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COLLEGE NOTICES
one@prayer
Attention Parents and Friends
Each Monday 9:00—9:30am you are invited to join
a prayer group held at “The Shed” Wesleyan
Methodist Church.
Praying for our children, each other’s children,
teachers, other staff and for the College.
(Small children welcome)
A huge thank you to the Gook‐Dunning family for
donating a custom made trailer to our Equestrian Team to
store and transport
jumping
equipment. This is
an amazing time
saver and fantastic
resource for our
students.
Chewing gum is NOT permitted
on the College grounds.
ICE PACKS
Students who borrow ice packs through Student
Reception/Sick Bay need to return them by the end
of the day.
Handing in an assignment?
Bring your paper copy and diary to Student
Reception where it will be date stamped and
recorded as being received.
Please ensure that you have your name and class
and the subject teacher’s name written clearly on
the cover sheet or front page.
WASTE MANAGEMENT AT RIVERSIDE
Term 2, Riverside students will be asked to put their
rubbish in different bins in order for the school to
better manage our waste. 3 bins will be available in
eating areas ‐ yellow top recycle bins (like the ones at
home), red top bins for garbage that can't be reused
or recycled, and small green top bins for food waste
that can be composted. Our aim is to
decrease our 'landfill' rubbish by 1/3, simply by
recycling and composting.
Please encourage your child/ren to put their
rubbish in the correct bins.
MULTI‐PURPOSE HALL & COMPUTER LAB
IS 100%
NO FOOD, NO DRINK areas
There are no exceptions
Homework and Assignment Assistance
After School
Supervised by Mrs Downes and Mrs Slater on Tuesday
and Wednesday afternoons from 3 to 4 pm.
On Tuesday the venue is E‐Zone.
On Wednesday the venue is G Block (Mrs Slater’s
classroom).
This activity is open to students from Years 6 to 12
who want to use the time to work independently on
homework or assignments, and students who would
like some teacher assistance with their work. Please
support us by checking with your child/children
whether they have work to do and if they don't, make
the usual arrangements for them to go home at 3pm.
LOST PROPERTY
Our cleaners are picking up items that have been left
around the grounds and leaving them in Student
Reception. If they are labelled with a student name
we can ensure that it is returned to the owner. We
now have a large collection of un‐named items.
Please label your child’s clothing and accessories.
UNIFORM SHOP
Phone Linda to arrange appointment time.
0429 787 982
Canteen Each Friday ... Orders in by Wednesday
Menu options have been distributed to every
child and are also available on our website and
facebook. http://www.riverside.qld.edu.au/uploads/
publications/2012/Term%201%20Menu%20%20Orders.pdf
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As part of Riverside's rich
arts program,
Mrs Wallace would like to
encourage all students,
especially those who have
chosen Drama as an
elective, to immerse
themselves in theatre whenever they can.
Mouse Trap
Zpac Theatre .... May 5, 6, 11 & 12
(Starring our very own Mr Fern).
As these are outside school hours, parents are
encouraged to accompany their children.
Kupcake Korner
This Term, the Year
9/10 Business students
are competing with
other schools through the USQ
‘Funny Business’ challenge.
Our team is running a Cupcake, Hot
Chocolate and Cookie selling
business on14 May.
Come down and buy some treats to
support our College in the
competition and all profits are
heading towards charity to help
people with autism. Lend a helping
hand by buying a delicious treat at
Kupcake Korner!
Written by Alaura Hanley, CEO of Kupcake Korner
Garage Sale Items ...
Start Collecting Now!
Each year the College hosts a garage sale to raise
funds for various missions.
Parents are encouraged to bring in unwanted
saleable items that they wish to donate towards
this cause.
Further information phone Vern Schultz
0409 309 949.
COLLEGE TERM FEES
TERM 1 ACCOUNTS ARE NOW OVERDUE, UNLESS
YOU HAVE ARRANGED A PAYMENT PLAN.
TERM 2 ACCOUNTS WILL BE POSTED OUT SOON.
FREE CHILD'S ENTRY TO THE
FRASER COAST SHOW!
The Fraser Coast Show on May 25 and 26 will be an
adventure ground for kids ‐ full of amazing
discoveries, thrilling rides and free entertainment.
To make sure as many children as possible
experience all the “fun of the fair” the Fraser Coast
Show Society is offering free children’s entry with
every paying adult.
The offer is made through Fraser Coast Staycations
‐ a free program run by the Fraser Coast Regional
Council offering discounts on dining,
accommodation, shopping and attractions ‐ just for
locals!
Simply go to www.ourfrasercoast.com.au
to print the voucher to present at the show gate.
BOY’S BRIGADE NEEDS YOU! BB meets weekly during the school term on Friday Nights from 7.00pm –
9.30pm, and is run by trained leaders at the Door of Hope Church (Church of Christ) in Kent Street.
ANCHORS AGE 5 – 7 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.00PM JUNIORS AGE 8 – 12 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.00PM
SENIORS AGE 12 – 18 YEARS – 7.00PM – 9.30PM
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
CAPTAIN – MR COL ENCHELMAIER
PH 07 41 23 3293
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COLLEGE NOTICES
CANTEEN
Canteen will be available every Friday during Term 1.
First break is main meal. Orders need to be placed on
a Wednesday before first break. Orders must be
placed in a paper bag, large enough to accommodate
the meal ordered or 10c will be charged for a bag.
At second break the canteen will be open for sweets,
treats and drinks.
Wherever possible there will be no egg, nuts or seafood
in any products.
PLEASE ADVISE ON PAPER BAG WITH
EVERY ORDER IF CHILD HAS
ALLERGIES.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED.
PLEASE ADVISE CANTEEN COORDINATOR
TANYA BOYCE IF YOU CAN HELP
0478 124 224.
Canteen will be running under the QAST guidelines.
Tips for Parents of Children with
Asthma
There are a few things you can do to help the
College manage your child’s asthma.
1. Provide an up-to-date colour copy of your
child’s Asthma Action Plan.
2. Tell the College and your child’s teacher
about the signs and symptoms that your
child might show when experiencing
asthma.
3. When your child is experiencing asthma
symptoms, notify the College and discuss a
course of action using their Asthma Action
Plan.
4. Provide a spacer and blue reliever
medication for your child to use at school.
Clearly label the medication and spacer
with your child’s name.
For any other tips, or for more information about
asthma, call Asthma Assist on 1800 645 130.
COLLEGE PHOTO DAY
TUESDAY 29 MAY
♦ Please mark this date on your calendar to ensure
that your child is available on this day.
♦ Class Photos and extra‐curricular activities groups
will be taken on this day.
♦ All students will be required to wear their full Formal
Uniform & Ties (except Prep who wear their regular uniform).
♦ Student’s hair should be neat and tidy and girls
should have all their hair tied back in a band in
school colours only.
♦ Girls should not wear makeup or any jewellery,
other than plain studs or sleeper earrings.
♦ Envelopes have been issued to each child with
further details.
♦ Please include correct payment and return your
order to the College no later than Wed 23 May.
♦ Further enquiries contact Janita Shipp.
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COMMUNITY NOTICES
Sue Dengate began the Food Intolerance Network to raise awareness of food intolerance and
especially its effect on the behaviour of our children, as well as to provide support for those
individuals and families who find themselves navigating the world of normal food while on a
restricted diet. www.fedup.com.au
Sue is speaking in Hervey Bay on Tuesday, 15 May as part of the 2012 Fed Up Roadshow.
These presentations are a wonderful opportunity to find out more about what food intolerance is,
and how much it can help those who are affected.
Star of the Sea Catholic School Hall, Hughes Road, Hervey Bay. 6.30 ‐8.30pm.
$15 per person, including a light supper.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.events‐made‐easy.com/fedup2012
Come along and hear more about how around 50‐70% of children improved their behaviour and concentration in just
2‐weeks of additive‐free eating in each of a number of school trials. Hear how otherwise healthy diets could be
contributing to problems if there is an unknown food intolerance. Seize the opportunity to ask Sue your questions.
Email for more information, or for copies of flyers etc.: tracygaze@gmail.com
Hassle Free Mealtimes Triple P - Positive Parenting Program
University of Southern Queensland and University of Queensland are partnering to conduct research into problem
eating in young children, and you can be involved! Brief Hassle‐Free Mealtimes Triple P is a single 2‐hour group
seminar that will provide parents with information and helpful everyday tips and strategies for dealing with
problem eating and improving their child’s mealtime behaviour.
If you are the parent of a 2 to 5­year­old child and are concerned about their feeding and mealtime
behaviour, we would love to hear from you!
Two groups will be run on the Fraser Coast, the first in May.
To reserve your spot or for further information, contact Tracey Adams on 4194 3189 or via email
q9320022@umail.usq.edu.au
Million Paws Walk ‐ Maryborough Sunday, 20 May 2012 8:30 AM ‐ 1:00 PM
Walk commences at 10.00am Maryborough West Football Club
Sydney Street, Maryborough
07 4129 4448 Event Details Phone: 07 4129 4448
Register online: http://regonline.activeglobal.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1063655
CHESS TOURNAMENT May 19 Held at the Door of Hope 569 Kent Street, Maryborough.
Registrations 9:30am Adults $10 Juniors $5 Contact John Surridge 0413 387 346
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CULTURAL HEALING DAY
Special guest appearance and performance by Jessica Mauboy and all day entertainment by Kuranda Band
ZENNITH. Saturday 5 May Seafront Oval Hervey Bay 10:00am until 3:00pm
Lunch and refreshments provided. Free Flu Needles for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people aged 15
years and over. For more information email mharding@gplinks.org.au or phone 0421 593 190
Help raise funds to assist……..Six local girls……..
Rachel Beikoff, Sophie Furber, Jannah Klein, Erin Lynch, Shauna Smith and Kate Smyth
from the Fraser Coast Calisthenics Club Inc will be representing QLD at the National
Championships in Darwin this July. A fundraiser in the form of BAREFOOT BOWLS will be
held on Sunday 6 May at 2pm. Cost $10 pp (under 12 free) Food and drinks can be
purchased and various prizes and raffles will be offered.
For nominations or more information: Phone 0478 100 123
Lifeline Shops Need Your Blankets
In a bid to warm up for winter, Lifeline is eagerly seeking donations of quality pre‐loved blankets. All donated
blankets will be sold at affordable prices to help those in need in the community. For more information or to
find your nearest shop, phone 5409 1400 or go to www.lifelineshops.com.au
DANCE ZONE Classes from ages 3 + Includes Kids Parties, Massage, Personal Training, Solo Singing Tuition
and Solo Dancing Tuition. Contact Rebecca Kidd 0432 587 044
rebecca@boltons.org www.dancezone.org.au 20 Gayndah Road, Maryborough West.
Book Ch@ 4 Teens at Maryborough Library. Are you between the ages of 12 and 18? Do you have a love
of reading? Head to Book Ch@ 4 Teens where you can talk to other teens about what you are reading.
Meet on the first Thursday of each month at 3.30pm in the young adult area of the library.
Phone Jenny or Naomi on 4190 5788 for more information.
Zumba Fitness(R) Class for Beginners
As the name suggests, it's aimed at beginners who need a slower pace and/or need the songs broken down
and the moves explained. So if you, or anyone you know, have been thinking about trying Zumba the details
are as follows: Tuesday nights 5‐5:30 at St Mary's Parish Hall (across from Post Office)
$5 per person Wear comfy clothes and sneakers, and bring a water bottle. Hope to see you there.
Parents & Kids Funtime Playgroup
Babies to Pre‐Prep children may join in on Wednesday morning 9:30 to 11:30am
Held at the Door of Hope, Church of Christ 569 Kent Street, Maryborough.
Lamplight Bazaar 5.00pm to 9:00pm—Maryborough’s Historic Portside Precinct features live music, food
stalls, craft barrows, costumed characters, night time tours, displays, museums and entertainment.
26 May and 23 June
2012 Wide Bay & Fraser Coast Home Show & Caravan & Camping Expo
Friday 17—Sunday 19 August. 9:00am to 5:00pm Cost: Adults $8, Aged Senior Card $6, Children free with
paying adult.
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