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WARNBRO CHS EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTRE
NEWS Term 1 | 2020
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Dates to Remember
April
Thursday 9th - End of Term 1 2020
Friday 10th - Good Friday
Monday 27th - ANZAC Day
Wednesday 29th - Beginning Term 2 2020
News from our Principal
Dear Families, • This year we have Rebecca Pumfrey delivering “The Arts”
to our students. The creativity that has been developed,
Firstly, welcome to the 2020 school year and a new
through Rebecca’s encouragement, has seen the students
decade. At present Kim McCollum has been requested
produce art pieces that are vibrant and unique.
to assist the WA Education coronavirus support centre,
therefore I, Marianne Mangano, will be acting as • The excursions students have had the opportunity
Principal. I would like to express a very warm welcome to experience has supported them to have a deeper
to our Year 7 students and all new and returning families. understanding of their learning. The recounts the students
I would also like to welcome two new teachers, Emily have written, demonstrate the value in attending these
Nind and Pete Brown, to our Senior School. events.
The start of 2020 has enabled us to see the Character • The opening of the School Café in the courtyard has
Strength of kindness in humanity. This has been evident provided an opportunity for our students interested
with the generosity and compassion being displayed in hospitality to manage the Café. The benefits for
within our community to ensure the wellbeing of others these students is the continual development of their
is being cared for. We also recognise that this can be a professionalism, teamwork, communication skills and
time of uncertainty with feelings of worry about what work ethic, as well as leadership skills and strengthening
is going on. This could be through listening and seeing students’ sense of initiative. Along with the benefits it is
the changes occurring in school, at home or online. providing for our students, it is equally beneficial for our
Where possible try to maintain normal routines as much staff as they are able to access good quality hot drinks
as possible – for example, in relation to eating, sleeping, during recess.
school work and playing or downtime. Routines help
As for term 2, at this moment we are unsure as to
children and young people feel safe. Whilst it is a
whether we will be welcoming students back. However,
genuinely challenging time, help your child to recognise
if students are not able to return we will be moving
the positive things that are happening. For example
towards remote learning. All our teachers and school
“There are lots of people working hard to keep us all
support staff are working hard to plan for this should
safe, for example the doctors and nurses at hospitals, the
we be directed this will be occurring. If students are not
scientists finding a vaccine, and even us by washing our
returning, we will be in contact to let you know.
hands.”
Please use the two week break to take some time to rest
I would like to acknowledge the highlights that we have
and relax and rest assured that I will keep you informed
identified in Term 1.
of any updates.
• Congratulations to our school community on the support
and approach to the new compulsory Mobile Phone Policy.
The students have embraced this change with minimal Marianne Mangano
disruption. Staff have been proactive in assisting students Acting Principal
to understand the new processes from the first day of the
year, resulting in minimal disruption to student learning.
Student interactions during recess and lunchtime are
focussed on safe and respectful relationships.
• The rich learning the teachers have been delivering to
our students through engaging Science, Humanities and
Social Sciences, English and Maths activities as well as the
continual growth of our students social and emotional
wellbeing.
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COVID-19 Newsletter
The outbreak of the coronavirus COVID-19 has impacted people in varying ways on an international scale. It is
understandable that during times like this, people may be feeling afraid, worried, anxious and overwhelmed during
this time, it is important to speak with your children about their concerns.
What you can do:
• Try to model calmness when talking with your children and family.
• Talk with your children about how they are feeling. Listen and reassure them.
• Talk with your children about COVID 19. Answer their questions as honestly as possible. This may help to address
their fears and reduce anxiety.
• Limit media exposure—frequent exposure to media may increase fear and anxiety.
• Focus on what you are doing as a family to stay safe. Give your children clear information about how to reduce
their risk of infection in words they can understand, as this will give them a sense of control.
• Spend time together and keep to routines as much as possible or help create new ones. Make time for playing
and relaxing. Have fun together.
• Look out for signs of distress—children may respond to stress in different ways. This may include changes to
their sleeping patterns, change to appetite, loss of independence, eg increased clinginess, wanting to be close to
adults or an increased in anger, irritability, anxiety and/or fear.
• Try to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Reassure
• Talk to your family about what is happening. Understanding the situation may reduce their anxiety.
• Help your children think about how they have coped with difficult situations in the past and reassure them.
Discuss different ways children and adults react to different stressful situations.
• Remind them that isolation will not last for long but necessary for their ongoing safety.
Engage
• Exercise regularly as it is a proven way of reducing stress and depression. Be creative. This could include exercise
videos, dancing, yoga, walking around the backyard or using home exercise equipment.
• Plan time for structured family activities, schoolwork and play. Keep a normal routine where possible.
Connect
• Encourage your children to keep in touch with family members and friends via telephone, email or where
appropriate, social media.
• Communicate with the school as often as we will regularly update and provide you with important and current
information.
• Have fun together as a family.
Remember, any decisions or actions you may take is what you have considered best for you and your family. Do what
you can, try to be patient with yourself, your family and others, and seek support as needed.
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Notes from MS Deputy I’d like to welcome our new year seven students, as well as existing students and families to 2020 at Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre. It has been wonderful to see how quickly the year seven students have transitioned to high school. It is a credit to the efforts our year seven teachers, Nikki Garnaut and Scott Beattie, put in place during the students’ transition program to ensure they have a successful start in their new environment. It has been rewarding to see them all developing friendships by interacting positively during recess and lunch, in physical games, every day. A focus of our school is to empower students with the skills, language and self-confidence to be better friends and develop healthier relationships. Research identifies that students with healthy friendships perform better academically, have higher self-esteem, a more positive body image, get involved in leadership roles, and make smarter decisions in future relationships. To enhance the social emotional wellbeing of our students we implemented an internationally-recognised friendship program in semester one, URSTRONG. This skills-based program teaches girls and boys how to put a voice to their feelings, create healthy friendships, and build a solid foundation for future relationships. Along with learning what’s normal in a friendship and the difference between healthy and unhealthy friendships. Students establish a common language so that they can co-identify social issues and learn to communicate solutions effectively. Families can support their child to have healthy friendships by reminding them that trust and respect are the two most important qualities of friendships. When you can trust and respect a friend you can: · Be yourself in front of them · Trust that they will take care of items that matter to you · Treat them how you would want to be treated · Trust they respect your opinions and accept you for who you are …even if they are different MS Deputy Marianne Mangano PAGE 4 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Cowan 7 The Cowan 7 class has had a great start to the year, with students adapting well to the change from Primary School to High School. This awesome group have already demonstrated that they understand our school routines, and also shown that they can be flexible in their learning skills One of the larger focus areas in our classroom this term has been instructional writing and we have spoken in depth about how to provide explicit instructions. This means giving clear, concise, step-by-step instructions - in logical order, to complete a given task. To demonstrate their instructional writing skills, the students were given the task of writing Mr Beattie a set of clear class instructions to make fairy bread. Although this sounds easy, the students learned very quickly that the instructions needed to be VERY explicit. Before the instructions were perfected, Mr Beattie found himself spreading the whole container of butter onto the bread, spilling sprinkles everywhere, and even buttering his own hand! The Cowan team did a great job and have since completed many more instructional writing activities very successfully! Stanley 7 In maths this term, Stanley 7 have been learning about using calendars, with the students understanding that calendars can be used to stay organised, as well as to remember and monitor dates. We continued on further by focusing on number and place value concepts; completing activities using addition, subtraction, and sequencing operations. Most recently, we have been learning about money. The students have experienced tasks that enabled them to practice using different coin and/ or note combinations to make different amounts, as well as adding money together. Well done to our Stanley mathematicians – it has been a great term. PAGE 5 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Bell 8 This term in HASS, Year 8 Bell has been learning all about Medieval Europe. Within the unit, they have learned about everyday life and living conditions during Medieval European times, as well as the judicial system and hierarchy of class groups. Our students found the difference in living conditions and the division of each social class very interesting. First, we looked into the everyday lives of the different social classes of Medieval Europe. Our students were stunned by how dirty and unfair life was for the peasants (poor people), who basically worked for free - unlike the lavish living conditions of the king and his nobility. Later, we looked into the roles of each social class and discovered the importance of a noblemen’s family crest. The students learned that patrons, animals, colours and patterns all represented significant meaning such as wealth, faith or bravery on a noblemen’s crest. We then applied this knowledge to the here and now, creating a family crest to represent our own values and beliefs. To finish the unit, our students will be learning about the food eaten, as well as the activities people of Medieval Europe engaged in. The Bell 8 team will also be using their newfound knowledge of Medieval Europe to determine how it was similar or different to society today. PAGE 6 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Forrest 8 This term, the Forrest 8 students have been reading, viewing or listening to different text types and then “Finding the Main Idea” – using graphic organisers to first decide the supporting details that will help them with their response. Here’s some of the texts our team have explained so very well Video Clip: Love Someone by Lukas Graham All the people love someone, and it makes them smile – even when they feel sad. – Fleur Magazine Article: “Ashlee’s Toy Closet” A girl collected toy donations and gave them to kids who lost their home in bushfires. – Bec “Behind the News” Report: Bushfire Investigation The bushfires in Australia have been a nightmare for lots of people and animals. The firefighters have been working in some really frightening fires and lots of people in Australia have been trying to help with money, or things like water and clothes. – Chance and Will Orangutan Fairy Godmother Text Sue Sheward is called the “Orangutan Godmother” because she has a charity called the Orangutan Appeal UK that helps orangutans to recover and teaches the community about them. – Zac and Dre TV Advertisement: Snickers A guy on a motorbike looked like a grumpy old man because he was hungry but then he ate the chocolate bar and calmed down like a young guy again. – Lee and Sarah PAGE 7 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Yagan 9 In Yagan Year 9, Science has been a very fascinating subject this term. We are learning all about body systems - particularly the human body. At present, we are studying how the muscular system works with the skeletal system - muscles connect to your skeleton and they contract and move the skeleton along. Then later in the term, we will be looking into the circulatory and respiratory systems. We have also been conducting small experiments. In one experiment, we were able to feel the two muscles that work together when we lift and bend a leg - quadriceps and hamstring, or lift and bend our arm - biceps and triceps. The students have been so interested in learning how the human body works and have been highly engaged. We would also like to thank our special visitor, Mr. Harry for joining our class in some extra Science fun this term as well. PAGE 8 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Yr 10 Deputy Year 10 students and staff have had an amazing start to 2020. Business Certificate This year, we have 14 students enrolled in the Certificate I in Business which is being completed on school site with Mr. Mercer delivering the Units of Competency. The course provides a great foundation of skills that will be useful for all students in their future TAFE studies and careers. They learn about general health and safety in the workplace, how to communicate with colleagues and customers, and how to use a range of equipment including a computer, telephone and photocopier. Preparation for WPL The first six months of Year 10 also focusses on preparing students for the world of work with formal Workplace Learning planned for Term 3. This term, students have started investigating workplaces in our community and reflecting on their likes and dislikes in relation to these. This involved an excursion to Bunnings where students observed what the workers were doing and decided whether they would be interested in trying out the Retail industry. They also reflected on their Business Certificate learning by spotting safety signs and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the workplace. Students have also started preparing for Workplace Learning through the completion of volunteer work at the Community Gardens. The students worked in teams to complete a range of gardening jobs and everyone who participated showed amazing work ethic. Additionally, the students took feedback from staff in a positive way, to improve their workplace core skills. This experience also offered an opportunity for students to reflect on whether they preferred outdoor or indoor work and whether they liked to be active or stationery in their job. We have really noticed that our 2020 Year 10 students are very good at vocalising their interests. Many of them already have ideas of places they would like to try in Term 3 when they have the opportunity to go out again. We can’t wait to see what they will be able to achieve in Workplace Learning this year if they continue to be this reflective. Yr 10 Deputy Kelly Stevens PAGE 9 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Business The Year 10 Business classes have experienced an impressive start to 2020. The students decided “Copy Cats” would be their business name and are in the finishing stages of completing the associated logo. We have already commenced stationary deliveries to the learning area offices of the main school, with each operation running more efficiently than the previous one. In addition, we will soon be taking orders for photocopying, laminating and binding jobs from classrooms within our school. Over the term, the students have been completing Workplace Health and Safety learning tasks; requiring them to proactively consider hazards and identify safety signs. In week five, we enjoyed an excursion to Bunnings and took the students’ iPads along to photograph different signage opportunities we came across. In Science, the students are completing a unit on Adaptation - a process that enables organisms to adjust to their environment to survive. We recently completed an activity using various items to mimic a bird’s beak and food. We used tweezers, clamps, spoons, and pencils to represent the beak and beads, marbles, toothpicks and coins to represent the diverse foods the bird might pick up and eat. The students then tallied their results to decide which beak was best for each food. It’s been a productive term for Business students that’s for sure - just the way we like it. PAGE 10 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Notes from SS Deputy A big welcome to the Year 10 students to our Senior School. You have mastered the transition from Middle School to Senior School expertly and it is a pleasure to hear of the hard work you are doing in class and to see your happy, welcoming faces at break times. We have also welcomed two new teachers to Senior School this year: Pete Brown is the teacher of the Horticulture/Construction class, and Emily Nind joins Belinda Tomlins as teachers of the Adult Education class. Both Pete and Emily have been welcomed by staff and students and we are already benefiting from the skills and ideas that they bring to our team. The Year 11, 12 and 13 students have adjusted well to their new classrooms and programs. This year we have students participating in Skills Sets in Horticulture, Construction, Hospitality and Painting and Decorating. These students travel to the various TAFE campuses to engage in their courses - with students from other schools, in an adult learning environment. We have also introduced a new pathway for Year 11, 12 and 13 students this year, which we call the Adult Education class. Students in this class study units from the Certificate II in General Education for Adults. This course, which is delivered at school, provides a pathway for students who want to further develop their literacy and numeracy skills, who enjoy self-directed learning, and are interested in pursuing further education after school. This year all our Year 10 students are participating in Certificate I in Business Studies. Each Wednesday the two Year 10 classes come together and run an office enterprise to support the development of skills required for completion of the Certificate. In addition, we have several students on individual TAFE pathways. These students are studying: Certificate II in Hospitality, Certificate II in Community Services (childcare), Certificate II in Animal Studies, and Certificate III in Tourism. All Senior School students are to be commended for the fantastic start they have made to the year. SS Deputy Hannah Stoneham PAGE 11 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
General Education for Adults Student Excursion Review – Young Leaders Conference, Perth Convention Centre “On Monday on the 9th of March, our class went to the Halogen Young Leaders Conference at the Perth Convention Centre. There were four different inspiring and motivational speakers including John Coutis who talked about getting along with life without a lower body. Eamon Sullivan talked about his swimming career and current businesses, Dana Hooker talked about her football career and Lachlan Smart talked about being the youngest person to fly around the world solo”. - Aidan Blackshaw “We went to the Young Leaders Day where we were inspired and motivated by other leaders”. - Tabitha Bright “Some of us travelled to The Young Leaders Conference by train to Elizabeth Quay Station and some of us even travelled independently by bus to meet at the train station. The first conference speaker was John Coutis. He told us about his life and bullying experiences and asked everyone how much a life is worth; the crowd went silent as I called out ‘priceless’. In response, he then asked me to join him on stage and pulled out a $20 note. ‘If you found this on the ground would you pick it up?’ he asked. I said ‘yes, obviously’. He then threw it on the floor and asked me to stomp on it 3 times. ‘Do you still want it?’ he asked. I replied with yes again. He then crumpled it in his hand and threw it. ‘Do you still want it? he asked. I replied yes again as I picked up the note and gave it to him. He told me to keep the $20 note and never spend it, to remind me that no matter what happens I still have the same value; I am priceless!”. We went to the conference to be inspired to be better leaders. I became inspired, motivated and I learned many life lessons. It was an amazing day!” - Hailey Carson “At the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre there is a café and an Information Centre, friendly staff and a nice grassed area for picnics. We took notes while listening to inspiring leaders. John Coutis’ message was ‘to never be afraid to get out of your comfort zone’. At recess I talked to Miss Banks about how inspiring his speech was. Eamon Sullivan, a famous swimmer who has been to the Olympics talked about how much hard work it has been to get where he was and that he had been swimming because of his asthma - to strengthen his lungs and it turned out to be a passion for him. I bought 1 Halogen pin and 2 Cotton On bags to support the charities at the event. The last speaker was the youngest person the fly around the world in a small aircraft, his name was Lachlan Smart. His inspiring speech talked about how he made it across the world with difficulties slowing him down. He also had a time where he was passing a military area and didn’t have a strong enough signal from his aircraft to contact the military. Luckily, he managed to contact another aircraft to send his signal to save him from being blown to pieces. Overall it was a phenomenal experience for me to be able to listen to these inspiring leaders!” - Ashton Jose PAGE 12 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Horticulture and Construction
It has been a great start to the year for the Year 11 and 12
Horticulture and Construction students. The students have
been proactively learning new, exciting and rewarding
activities that will develop their skills and knowledge in
gardening and construction.
Some of the tasks our Horticulture team have been engaging
with. include:
- planting in the garden
- working undercover in the garden shed
- learning to prepare meals using produce in the kitchen
- unpacking careers in gardening and construction
learning
On the Construction side of business, the students have been
learning about general construction operations such as health
and safety, as well as careers in the construction sector.
Directions Class
It’s been a busy start to 2020 for the Year 13 Directions Class and we’ve already began our workplace learning
at Gracehaven Residential Aged Care Village. The students have been developing their skills by maintaining the
gardens and painting fences.
These small changes make a
big difference; boosting the
spirit of the residents in the
community, and we love being
involved.
The Directions team have also
been involved in detailing
a fleet of cars and buses
for Chorus. Chorus is an
organisation who transport
the elderly from their homes
to important meetings and
appointments. Community
engagement is one of our core
school values, and to quote
author Tia Walker “To care for
those who once cared for us is
one of the highest honours”.
PAGE 13 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSHospitality It has been “all systems go” in Hospitality this term! Our students have worked well to find their feet and settle into their new class for 2020. Halfway into the term, our excited students commenced their Hospitality Skills Set course at TAFE. The students displayed a lot of interest and an eagerness to begin their off-site studies. Whilst the team are starting with the theory, we know they are really looking forward to starting the practical sessions - putting their new-found knowledge into action! Plenty of care and thought has already gone into planning our year-long classroom enterprise. Within the “Concept Development” phase of our enterprise cycle, the students have been collaboratively developing a Business Plan. Our Hospitality team, and the wider school community have suggested a variety of business names and logo designs for our coffee enterprise. It has been wonderful to see the creativity buzzing throughout the room, and the supportive nature shared between classroom peers as well. At present, we are working toward the “Production” phase of the enterprise cycle; actively engaging the students in practical learning opportunities with our classroom coffee machine. We look forward to continuing to watch our team develop their skills in both our school-based and community-based enterprises. The Hospitality crew have already shown a lot of interest in upcoming opportunities and experiences that we have planned for the year ahead! So, very big congratulations to the Hospitality group for the dedication and hard work you have already put in – it has been a great start to 2020! PAGE 14 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
School Cafe
Our school cafe has officially been named and branded!
Well done to everyone who submitted their ideas for name and logo designs. We pooled all your amazing ideas
together to come up with our logo. We cant wait to see what the year brings for The B.E.A.N Cafe!
The
B.E.A.N
Cafe
Belong Engage and Nourish
PAGE 15 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS2020 Swimming Carnival
Students from both WCHS & WCHS ESC participated in the 2020 Swimming Carnival on Wednesday 26th February.
Well done to all involved in a fantastic day of swimming!
PAGE 16 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSNumeracy On Thursday 30 January, all staff participated in professional learning delivered by Dr Paul Swan. This hands-on session shared ideas and insights on an array of activities linked to the proficiency strands of the Western Australian Curriculum (Understanding, Fluency, Problem Solving, and Reasoning). The session gave our teachers some instant inspiration to bring to life in their classrooms. The beginning of term one was an important time for teachers as they completed a range of diagnostic testing to learn more about every student’s mathematical ability. This process involves our teachers analysing all of the testing data to identify student strengths, and areas for improvement – identifying the best way to move every student forward. Maths Tip for Home No matter what your child is working on in mathematics, there is a common approach our school is now taking to solving problems and it is easy enough for you to follow at home too. The problem-solving approach can be applied to any maths problem that arises in the real world and involves the steps outlined in the PR1ME Mathematics Poster below: Understand the problem, plan what to do, work out the answer, and check your answer (UPAC). Try talking your child through this process next time you come across a maths problem. PAGE 17 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Literacy
The Critical Role of Phonological Awareness -- an essential skill for reading success
Follow these steps in sequence:
1. Identify individual words
within a sentence
2. Identify the syllables within
a word
3. Identify the first sound
within a word
4. Identify the final sound
within a word
5. Identify the middle sound
within a word
6. Blend sounds to make a
word
7. Segment sounds within a
word
8. Delete and manipulate
sounds within a word
PAGE 18 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSWellbeing One of the fundamental goals of our very own HAPEER program, is to develop each child’s level of resilience - improving their ability to respond to any challenges life may present with confidence. In order to navigate through life successfully - at school and beyond, our young people require an ever-developing set of resiliency skills to draw upon. Helping to Grow Resilience in our Children: Words have incredible power in shaping a child’s mind, and research into resilience indicates that a few simple tweaks to common parenting phrases can help your child to thrive in a challenging world. There are many ways to teach children to be more resilient, and one of the simplest methods is to use language that encourages a child’s ability to think about a situation or problem and consider solutions. Some examples: If your child is worried and seeking reassurance, rather than say “Don’t worry, everything will be okay”, instead try “I can see you are worried. I’m here and I will listen.” Should your child be upset and crying, rather than say “Don’t cry, come on let’s get an ice-cream”, instead try “I can see you’re really sad about…. It’s okay to feel this sad, would you like to talk to me some more about it?” - and you could still have that ice-cream later too though, if you’d like. When your child achieves an award or accomplishes something to a high level, rather than say “You’re so talented” or “you’re so clever”, instead try “I can see you worked really hard to achieve that, would you like to tell me how you went about it?” If your child faces a problem in their school work or friendships, rather than say “Let me help you, I’ll fix it for you”, Instead try “Let me help you think about how you can fix this for yourself”. The information above is informed by Susie Mogg, founder of Resilience in Kids. PAGE 19 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWS
Sport & Leisure
Sport
This term in Sport and Fitness, the students have been
learning the process of creating an exercise program. First,
they learned the importance of warming up and stretching
the body before commencing any exercise session. The
students were then put through the paces in a routine
designed by Mr. Shellam - focusing on building muscular
strength. The students completed the routine really well and even looked as though they enjoyed the experience.
Later, we ventured out into the community to complete a beachside boot camp. The boot camp featured a number
of different exercises of which the students were familiar. Our senior school fitness folk should be very proud of
themselves.
Leisure
This term, the students have been developing an understanding of the Leisure course requirements and particularly
what can be used as course evidence. The students have been focusing on the first section of the course, which is
identifying different activities that can be done at home, or at a centre. We have brainstormed many great ideas,
from casual board gaming to all-out rock climbing. The students have given us several suggestions for future
excursions, and we hope to do as many of them as possible. The students have had a great start to the year and have
set themselves up for what looks to be, a fantastic, sociable year.
Visual Art
Wow! What a beautifully busy and interesting start to the school year it
has been.
In Visual Arts, we commenced the term by exploring the ‘Elements of
Art’.
The seven ‘Elements of Art’ are essentially the building blocks, or
ingredients, that artists use to create artwork. Our middle school
students have been learning about Line, Shape, and Colour concepts
through a range of purposeful and engaging activities. I might be
biased, but let me be the
first to say that the end
results have been amazing.
Next term, our art students
will be practicing their
drawing and painting skills
and exploring different
types of materials and tools that can be used to create art. Another focus
in Visual Arts next term, will be learning about several famous artists such
as Van Gogh, Paul Klee and Matisse.
PAGE 20 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSAt Warnbro CHS Education Support
Centre we want your child to flourish and
achieve their very best. To get the best
education, they need to attend school
every day.
Why is going to school so important?
• Every day at school counts towards a student’s learning. Students, who
attend more, generally do better at school and in life.
• Going to school every day helps children learn the important life skill of
‘showing up’ – at school, at work, to sport and other commitments.
• Missing school means missing out on learning – which can often make it
difficult to catch up later.
• It is a legal requirement and can result in fines of up to $1000.
In order to support each child to flourish and If your child’s attendance
attend school every day we will: drops below 89% they are at
increased risk of experiencing
• Create a sense of community and belonging at the difficulties in school and later
school. in life. Where attendance is of
• Offer an engaging learning environment tailored to concern the school will work
your child’s needs. with students and families to
improve attendance.
• Support your child to develop their social and
friendship skills.
What can you do to help?
• Create opportunities for your child to have success
and a sense of achievement. • Act early. Let the school know the underlying
reasons why your child is not going to school.
• Monitor every student’s attendance.
• Support your child to get enough sleep. This may
• Work with you to support student attendance. include monitoring internet, mobile phone and other
• Offer support options such as the Youth Worker, electronic device use at night.
School Psychologist and external agencies. • Don’t let your teenager stay home unless they are
genuinely sick.
• Give clear and firm messages about the importance
of attending school.
For more information or support, please contact us and a staff member will be happy to help you.
Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre
2 Swallowtail Parade, Warnbro 6169
9553 0122
PAGE 21 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSACROD Parking Bays have been positioned in convenient locations at
Warnbro Community High School to enable people using mobility aids
or have a signification walking restriction, due to a disability or medical
condition the opportunity to access and participate in our community.
There is limited bays in our school therefore please use the bays
responsibly and courteously. To support this to occur ONLY park in
ACROD bays when the permit holder needs to enter or exit the vehicle.
If further information is required in regards to the use of ACROD Parking
bays please contact ACROD Parking Program www.app.org.au
Voluntary Fees and Contributions
Any outstanding fees and contributions can be paid by:
1. Eftpos NOW AVAILABLE!
Eftpos Payments available at our front office
2. Cash / Cheque
Cash Payments to: our front office
Cheque payments to:
Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre
3. Direct Transfer to our bank account –
Reference: Student name and year as reference
Warnbro CHS Education Support Centre
Account: 3499 90254 BSB: 016-002
4. Payment Plans
We are happy to work with parents to make part payments and payment plans
Please feel free to contact Heidi Bone on: 9553 0122 with any queries.
Website
You can see what events are
on during the term on the
Calendar or read about what
our students are up to in the
Recent News & Events, which
are updated on a regular basis.
Head over to:
http://warnbroesc.wa.edu.au
to check it out!
PAGE 22 |WARNBRO CHS ESC NEWSWarnbro CHS ESC App
Keep up to date with everything that is happening at Warnbro CHS Education Support Centre including: Events,
News, and Push Notification Alerts direct from the school.
For both iPhone and Android download the ‘Skoolbag App’ from the App Store or Google Play Store and find
Warnbro Community High School Education Support Centre in the app. Details below:
Did you know you can complete your childs absentee forms on our
Skoolbag App?
From the home page, select Select EFORMS along the top Select Absentee Form Fill out Form, including
WCHS ESC from the My Schools menu Student First and Last name,
& Services section Student class, the dates
Student will be away, whether
for full days or part days and
their reason for absence (Head
Please see front office staff for assistance Cold, Medical Appointment
etc.)
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