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MORNING PRAYER God, come to my assistance. Lord, make haste to help me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. PSALM (Psalm 63:2-7) Ant. As morning breaks I look to you, O God, to be my strength this day. O God, you are my God, for you I long; for you my soul is thirsting. My body pines for you like a dry, weary land without water. So I gaze on you in the sanctuary to see your strength and your glory. For your love is better than life, my lips will speak your praise. So I will bless you all my life, in your name I will lift up my hands. My soul shall be filled as with a banquet, my mouth shall praise you with joy. Glory be … Ant. As morning breaks I look to you, O God, to be my strength this day. BENEDICTUS (Canticle of Zechariah, Luke 1:68 – 79) Ant. Let us serve our Lord in holiness all of our days. Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; he has visited his people and redeemed them. He has raised up for us a mighty saviour in the house of David his servant; as he promised by the lips of holy men, those who were his prophets from of old. A saviour who would free us from our foes, from the hands of all who hate us. So his love for our fathers is fulfilled and his holy covenant remembered. He swore to Abraham our father to grant us, that free from fear, and saved from the hands of our foes, we might serve him in holiness and justice all the days of our lives in his presence. As for you, little child, you shall be called a prophet of God, the Most High. You shall go ahead of the Lord to prepare his ways before him, to make known to his people their salvation through forgiveness of all their sins, the loving-kindness of the heart of our God who visits us like the dawn from on high. He will give light to those in darkness, those who dwell in the shadow of death, and guide us into the way of peace. Glory be… Ant. Let us serve our Lord in holiness all of our days. PRAYERS OF THE HEART LORD’S PRAYER CONCLUDING PRAYER Father, watch over your family and keep us safe in your care, for all our hope is in you. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Information for Parents of Years 10, 11 and 12 On 23 February, all students in Years 10, 11 and 12 will meet in the DPA after school (3.40pm) to take part in a forum on Organ Donation. We are involving these students because they are in the various stages of getting a Learner’s or Provisional Driver’s Licence, and the question of organ donation is part of that process. Kathryn Ainsworth, from Greater Western Area Health, and a donor family, will speak to the students and will provide factual information, dispel myths and encourage discussion of the issue. The session will last about 45 minutes and students will have every opportunity to ask questions. Parents are more than welcome to attend too, if they wish to receive this information. There will be no charge for this presentation. If for any reason you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me on 63 920 302. Bev West - Head of Senior School
Learning Matters Future Problem Solving I take this opportunity to invite any student (Yr7 -11) who is interested in joining the School’s Future Problem Solving Team. Last year, we had two teams (Middle Yr7-9 and Senior Yr10-11) and we want to continue this for 2011. The Future Problem Solving Program is a USA based competition which runs each year, attracting around 300-400 schools and about 250,000 entrants. It is a competition designed to stretch and engage students of high ability and those with a passion for global issues. It also aims to give young people the skills to design and promote positive futures for the society in which they live. Teams will meet either before school or during lunch time once a week (TBC) and the programme is a year-long commitment. Obviously those with key attributes mentioned above (passion for global issues, desire for a better future, enjoy discussion, exhibit and desire to develop creative and critical thinking skills) as well as those with commitment and good team working skills should consider. But please note, that places are limited and will undergo a selection process for suitability. For more information check out the website (http://fpsp.org.au) and if you are interested then pick up an application form from Mr Choi in room 65. Special Provisions Special Examination Provisions for the School Certificate tests and Higher School Certificate examinations Special Examination Provisions are practical arrangements that make it possible for students with disabilities to attempt the HSC and School Certificate The provisions granted are solely determined by how the students exam performance is affected. Provisions may include large print papers, use of a reader and or writer, extra time or rest breaks. Applying for Special Examination Provisions Special Examination Provisions Application forms and information guides are available to parents from the Board of Studies Website Schools Online for students who intend to sit for the School Certificate tests or Higher School Certificate examinations in 2011. Students and parents who wish to apply for special examination provisions should see Mr Yooie Choi who, with the help of the Learning Support Department, will help process the application form. In doing so, you will need to: 1. Indicate the provisions for which the student is applying. In doing this, it is important to refer to the application form, which gives examples of the provisions that the Board considers most appropriate for a particular special examination need. 2. Indicate how the special examination need affects the student's work in the classroom and in examination situations. 3. Supply evidence of the student's special examination need. A guide to the various types of evidence required is provided in the application form. It is important that the school return the completed application form to the Board of Studies by the due date. The due date is the last day of Term 1, 2011, except for applications based on chronic fatigue syndrome, post-viral syndrome, Ross River fever or glandular fever, which should be submitted in July of the examination year, with teacher comments and medical documentation also dated July. If all the necessary information is not provided, some requested provisions may be declined due to insufficient evidence. How does the process work Once the Board of Studies has received the application, a letter acknowledging receipt is sent to the school. The application is processed at the Office of the Board of Studies. The Board of Studies has a Special Provisions Panel; these specialists include medical practitioners, educational psychologists and consultants for the visually or hearing impaired. The basis of the application and evidence presented will determine which specialist will review the file. When a final decision has been made, written notification of the approved and/or declined provisions is sent to the principal, and to the student through the principal. Appeal procedures Should a student wish to appeal the decision to decline a provision, the appeal must be submitted through the school within 14 days of receiving the special examination provisions decision letter. The appeal must state the reason why the decision is considered unacceptable, making reference to the evidence supplied in the original application. The appeal must include new supportive evidence, such as a further medical report, which clearly states why the student needs the provision, or additional reading, writing or spelling test results. The Board of Studies will conduct an independent review and a decision will be made within twenty-one (21) days. The outcome of the appeal will be advised to the school and to the student. A note to parents If you are concerned about whether special examination provisions apply for your child, you should contact Mr Choi who will liaise with the Learning Support Department. The application form must be submitted by your child's school as it requires specific information regarding the difficulties your child may experience in a classroom or examination situation. This does not mean, however, that you should not be involved in the application process. Yours in learning Mr Y Choi Director of Learning
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