Year 6 to 7 Transition - Parent Information Session Wednesday September 2nd, 2020 - Thornlie Senior High School
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Year 6 to 7 Transition Parent Information Session Wednesday September 2nd, 2020
Program Light Refreshments Welcome & Introductions Mrs Donna McDonald Manager of Operations Mr Nigel Bateman Acting Year 7 Coordinator Mr Jason Turner Question Time Close
THORNLIE SHS STRUCTURE
Principal
Deputy -Student Welfare Deputy - Senior School Deputy - Curriculum
Student Services Manager Manager of Operations
Head of Departments / Teachers in Charge
Year Co-ordinators
Senior Teachers
Classroom Teachers
Support Staff Education Assistants School Officers
School Features • School Population ~ 1,186 Students • Comprehensive Senior High School • Registered Training Organisation (RTO) • Large range of ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) & Non ATAR courses, VET programs • Stable and experienced teaching staff
Year 7 Feeder Schools South Thornlie PS Forest Crescent PS Yale PS Thornlie PS Huntingdale PS Bletchley Park PS Bramfield Park PS Caladenia PS Challis Community PS East Kenwick PS East Maddington PS Excelsior PS Maddington PS Sacred Heart PS St Emilie’s Catholic PS Wirrabirra PS
Year 7 2021 Timetable Structure 25 period week - 5 period day each period 1 hour Mathematics 4 periods English 4 periods Science 4 periods Humanities & Social Sciences 4 periods The Arts (Visual & Performing Arts, Instrumental Music) 1 period Japanese 2 periods Health & Physical Education 3 periods Design Technology (Home Ec; D&T) 2 periods Digital Technologies 1 period
Scholarship & Specialist Programs Scholarships • Instrumental Music Specialised Programs • Academic Challenge • Netball • Cheer (external program) Specialist Programs • Rugby
Homeroom Homerooms form the basis of Thornlie’s Pastoral Care Program. • Vertical Homerooms Years 7 – 12 • Remain in same for duration of time at TSHS • Each Homeroom linked to a House • Homerooms of approximately 25 students • Mentoring from older students • Activities/competitions/important information
Homeroom
House System
Thornlie SHS has 4 Houses
• Curtin - Green
• Forrest - Red
• Hannan - Yellow
• O’Connor – Blue
Students win points that go towards rewards for
individual and House. Points for positive behaviours
both in and out of class.Student Services Student Services provides the school community with support and assistance in many areas. In particular, it seeks to support parents and students during their years at Thornlie Senior High School enabling each student to achieve their full potential in a caring and safe environment. • Student Services Manager • 6 Year Coordinators • Chaplain • Nurse • School Psychologist • AIEO – Aboriginal & Islander Education Officer • Student Support Officer • School Officers
School Policies • Assessment • Bullying • Charges Contributions • Drug Policy • Emergency • Late to School • Mobile Phone • Uniform NB: Policies can be found on the school website.
Attendance & Lateness
It is widely recognised that students need to attend
school on a regular basis (90% or above) to gain
maximum benefit from their schooling.
“TURN UP – GRADES UP”
• Whole school approach
• Attendance monitored period by period
• Parent notification – SMS Text Messaging
• Regular letters sent home
• Attendance “Champions”
• Leave Passes
• Lateness registerReward & Recognition Programs House Points • Weekly draw for prizes • Ongoing rewards for amount of points Student of the Month • Monthly nominations by staff • 1 student per year level selected per month Attendance Champions • Recognition of 100% attendance Letters of Commendation
School Uniform
All students are required to adhere to the Department of Education
and Training’s “Dress Requirements for Students in WA Public Schools
2006”.
Dress requirements for students:
(as sanctioned by the School Board, P & C and Student Council )
• enhance the public’s image of our state school
• have a positive impact on a student’s self esteem and pride in the
school community
• from a safety and security aspect, dress requirements are a useful
means of identifying whether an individual on school grounds has a
right to be there
• Exclusion of denim from January 2007
“IN UNIFORM – IN CLASS”Uniform Supplies
Uniforms can be purchased from
UNIFORM CONCEPTS
Unit 30 Kembla Way, Willetton WA 6155
Tel : 9270 4669
Email: willetton@uc.nellgray.com.au
Opening Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9am – 5pm
Thursday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 1pmYear 7 Co-ordinator Curriculum • Western Australian Curriculum • Project Based Learning • Challenging and engaging • Holistic approach Pastoral Care • Safe and nurturing environment • Support programs/personnel • Social activities e.g. lunch time competitions Email contact: 2020 - Jason.Turner@education.wa.edu.au 2021 - Nigel.Bateman@education.wa.edu.au
Homework and Study Homework and study is an integral part of student life. The purpose of doing homework and study is to practice what has been learned at school and to shift this information into long term memory. What is Homework? • Homework is not just set work or assignments given by classroom teachers. Homework can also be taking time to review and learn class work, organize files, complete tasks begun in class, read, learn new work or prepare and complete assignments. Recommended amount of study • Year 7 - 1 hour, 5 nights per week A homework/study area is extremely important
School Communication ASSEMBLIES • Assemblies are an important part of school life • Full School Assemblies - held in the gym once per term • Year Assemblies – held once a fortnight in the gym during Home Room • Pass on important information • Recognise achievements of students • Showcase student talents e.g. dance, music, drama etc. SCHOOL NEWSLETTER – THORNLIE COMMUNICATOR SCHOOL WEBPAGE – www.thornlieshs.wa.edu.au DAILY NOTICES / PA SYSTEM CONNECT and COMPASS PHONE / EMAILS / SMS / TEXT LETTERS – GENERAL / CONCERN / COMMENDATION
Orientation Day 2020
The purpose of this day is to:
• familiarise students with the physical layout of the
school
• meet with key school staff
• provide an opportunity to participate in a regular
classroom program
• meet students from other schools
• increase confidence and address any issues students
may have
• have funOrientation Day Program
8:50am Students arrive at TSHS and assemble on the front lawn
9:00 – 9:50 am Welcome
Meet TSHS staff and student guides for the day
Tour of school in groups
9:50 – 10:50am Sample lessons from different Learning Areas
10:50 – 11:20am Recess on front lawn. Students may bring their own morning tea or access the
school canteen
11:20 – 11:35 Front Lawn
11:35 – 12:35pm Sample lessons from different Learning Areas
12:35 – 1:35pm Sample lessons from different Learning Areas
1:35 – 2:05pm Lunch – on front lawn. Sausage sizzle & drink $3.00
2:05 – 3:00pm Performing Arts Centre for a presentation by our students.
Final address and other arrangements
3:00pm All students will be dismissed from the front lawn.
All students will need to be wearing their normal Primary School
uniform and bring something to write with.YEAR 7 TRANSITION DAYS • Co-ordinated by the Year 7 Coordinator and teaching team, as well as Student Services members • 3 days held during Week 1 Term 1 • Program focuses on: – Social Skills – meeting and keeping new friends – Familiarising students with school processes and procedures – Self Esteem – Teaching Responsibility, Respect, Pride and Perseverance – Countering Bullying – Fun, games and prizes • Year 12 Student Leaders assist with transition days and run an ongoing RAW program for Year 7 students throughout the year
Further Information In early December you will receive a detailed information package which will include: • Booklist • Charges & Voluntary Contributions information • Canteen Pricelist • Uniform Order Form • School Policies etc. Guided Parent Tours are still available in Term 3 & 4. Book through the front office at school.
ICT Specialised Class 2021
ICT Specialised Class • An ICT Specialised Class will be established in Year 7 at Thornlie Senior High School in 2021 for MESH and Digital Tech & Health • This group will continue in Year 8 2022 for MESH and Digital Tech & Health • It is envisaged that students will follow a STEM, Media, Digital Technology, Design & Technologies and/or Enterprise pathway in their course selections in Year 9 & 10
ICT Specialised Pathways
• Potential students need to apply to be accepted and must enrol in the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme • There will be limited scholarships available so that financial disadvantage does not exclude participation • The ICT Specialised Class will be made up from students who complete an application process in Year 6 and who achieve a C grade average • The Information and Communication Technology General Capability of The Australian Curriculum will underpin all curriculum planning in MESH, allowing for cross-curricular connections
What computing device? • Students are invited to select their own device including those already used in the home setting. We recognise that cost for families play a significant factor in the implementation of this program and stress that the school does not intend to have families purchase expensive equipment for at school use. Approved devices include: • Laptops running Windows 10 or higher • Macbooks running OXS 10.13 High Siera or higher Minimum Device specifications are: • Capacity to connect to the Thornlie SHS Wi-FI • Screen size – no smaller than 10-inch screen size is recommended. Devices with a screen size less than 10 inches are considered inappropriate as it causes eye strain over time. • Battery life of 6-10 hours. Lightweight for portability What software will be needed on my child’s computer? • Office 365 is available free online from the DET Portal. • Virus protection software.
Purchasing Options
• Thornlie Senior High School has partnered with JB Hi-Fi
Education Solutions to provide parents and caregivers
with an option for purchasing devices at a reduced
educational price. Each of the devices listed is suitable
for the learning activities that take place over our
school network.
• For peace of mind, there is an insurance option and an
extended warranty guarantee. Delivery will be at the
student’s home or picked up from the store.
• To view, the currently available products follow the link
below and then enter the school code thornlieshs2020.
www.jbeducation.com.au/byodRationale • A laptop environment allows for a flipped classroom approach, gamification and flexible learning options for learning anywhere anytime. • These classes enhance engagement and enthusiasm among students, improves teacher-student relationships and promotes 21st-century skills such as digital literacy, problem solving and a STEM futures focus.
Some of the benefits of using laptops in the
classroom include:
• Fostering online collaboration with other students
• Providing curriculum support and additional
strategies to attend to gaps in student learning
• Allowing students to complete assignments online
and submit their work via Learning Management
System –Compass and Connect
• Promoting better organisation to help students
keep track of their learning using Office 365• Academic progress enhanced by: improved feedback on their writing, editing and revising work, access to a wider range of online resources, and publishing or sharing their work. • Improving students’ computer, literacy and numeracy skills • Making learning more engaging and immersive for technology-savvy students • Individualised learning at student’s own pace • Greater parent involvement in their child’s learning
Questions ? Thank you for your attendance
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