International Maarif Schools of Australia eNewsletter

Dear Maarif Parents,

In this newsletter, I would like to emphasise the importance of our parent code of conduct. As partners in your child's education, we want to take a moment to reinforce the shared responsibilities we have in ensuring their success at school.

Firstly, we kindly remind parents to respect the decisions and judgments made by our staff members. Trusting in their expertise and professional judgment fosters a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.

Secondly, maintaining open lines of communication is important for addressing any concerns or celebrating achievements. We encourage parents to stay in regular contact with the school, whether through emails, phone calls, or attending parent-teacher meetings which we are having next week.

A neat and tidy appearance contributes to a positive learning environment. We kindly request that parents ensure their children are dressed in the school uniform and equipped with all necessary materials for the day. School uniforms represent our school, so they should be worn correctly both inside and outside of the school. Additionally, they help identify your child's belongings. Therefore, we kindly request your cooperation in ensuring that your child wears the correct uniform components, including the appropriate hat, ironed and clean clothes without any tears. We understand that sometimes oversights may occur, but it is crucial for the overall atmosphere and values of the school that all students present themselves in the correct uniform. This not only promotes a sense of belonging but also helps in minimising distractions and disruptions in the classroom.

Our upcoming Three-Way Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews are scheduled for April 9th. These interviews provide a valuable opportunity for open communication between parents, teachers, and students to discuss progress, goals, and any concerns.

Details of the interviews:

Date: April 9th

Booking Method: Sentral Parent Portal

Format: Face-to-face in your child's classroom.

We highly encourage all parents to participate in these interviews as they help in your child's academic journey and overall development. By engaging in constructive dialogue, we can work together to support your child's success. If you encounter any difficulties with the booking process or have any questions regarding the interviews, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school office for assistance.

In our commitment to promoting punctuality and accountability, we would like to inform parents that students who are consistently late will be subject to after-school detention. To ensure fairness and allow for proper arrangements, parents will be notified 24 hours in advance if their child is scheduled for detention.

Furthermore, home activities play a pivotal role in shaping not just academic success, but also encouraging important life skills and strengthening family bonds. Home learning is not just about completing assignments; it is about reinforcing classroom learning, promoting critical thinking, and instilling discipline and responsibility in students. When students engage with the effective activities at home, they deepen their understanding of concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and learn to manage their time effectively. Moreover, home activities provide an opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning journey. By working independently on assignments, students build confidence in their abilities and become more self-reliant learners. This sense of empowerment is invaluable not only in academic settings but also in navigating real world challenges.

I would like to wish to all parents and students Happy Eid and Happy Holiday.

Bayramınız kutlu olsun, iyi tatiller!

Kind regards,

Dr Zeynep Yaseen

Principal

Dear Parents / Guardians,

As we approach the end of Term 1, we reflect on how busy our students have been during the second half of the term.

One of the standout events of the term was our students' amazoing performance in Melbourne for Bir Sevdadir Andolou. Their dedication and precision in delivering outstanding performances truly made it a resounding success. I would like to congratulate all the students who were involved in this amazing performance. I would also like to congratulate our dedicated team whose hard work ensured the smooth execution of the program.

Year 7 and 9 students have completed their NAPLAN examinations, demonstrating their commitment to academic excellence. Alongside NAPLAN, our students have been busy in various subjects' assessment tasks and have participated in enriching incursions and excursions. We're excited to announce the commencement of the Premier's Reading Challenge, encouraging all students to indulge in the joy and importance of reading.

In celebration of the Holy Month, a Ramazan iftar dinner was organised for students. They enjoyed a variety of food, had the opportunity to pray Maghrib prayer, listened to amazing performance by the choir and nasheed group and had a fun and exciting evening with their friends.

Our sporting endeavors have continued in the second half of the term, with SWISSA basketball competitions and Maarif Sports Academy activities keeping our students active and engaged in various sports such as soccer, oztag, rugby, volleyball, basketball, and cricket. Please note, Maarif Sports Academies will continue to flourish into Term 2.

As we transition into cooler weather, please be reminded that students will be expected to wear their winter uniform from the commencement of Term 2.

We look forward to meeting with parents in the upcoming Parent-Teacher Interview sessions scheduled for April 9, 2024. This will be an invaluable opportunity for us to discuss your child's progress and address any questions or concerns you may have.

Finally, as the holiday approaches, I would like to wish you and your families Bayramınız mübarek olsun and a joyful, safe holiday season.

Kind regards,

Mrs Adeba Qasim

Secondary School Coordinator

National Water Day

Students have learnt the importance of the water we use in our everyday lives, more specifically the importance of fresh water and its sustainability. The purpose of this day is to bring light on the major issues we currently face with the access to fresh water and how we can all promote better and more sustainable ways water usage. During this students have researched the importance and the steps of the water cycle too!

Assessment Tasks

As we reach the end of Term 1, students have been busy preparing for assessment tasks. Year 7 have been learning to write analytical PEEL paragraphs, Year 8 are delivering powerful speeches, Year 9 are engaging in life writing and Year 10 are refining their essay writing skills.

On the 19^th of March, Elevate Education conducted workshops with our students to improve their study techniques. This program was specifically designed for our school and the presenters were young high achievers who were engaging and full of energy. Year 7 and 8 completed the Study skills Kickstart course, Year 9 learned about time management and Year 10 explored more advanced study skills. The feedback we received was positive and students found it very helpful. The Elevate Team will be back later this year for a follow-up session to build on what students learned this term.

We look forward to exciting things next Term with a Shakespeare incursion planned for the first week back. This will be beneficial to students, as Term 2 is all about Shakespeare!

As students transition into holiday mode, we encourage them to continue reading for pleasure as this is a great way to set themselves up for success. The Premier’s Reading Challenge has commenced and students across the school are encouraged to read and log their 20 books to receive their PRC certificates. Parents have been emailed information on reading lists and instructions on how to log the books online.

Ms Susan Naser & Mrs Canan Korkut

English Coordinator & English Teacher

Math Lesson

This term, students developed their knowledge, skills and strategies of the concepts studied in class to complete their assessment task: Number and Indices as well as an end of term examination. It is vital that students bring their Calculators to class and use them during examinations to achieve the outcomes. Students have been exploring mathematical programs online, “maths online” which in turn provided an opportunity for students to learn in various ways to improve their mathematical skills.

Year 8 students have completed their assessments and wrapped up their studies on Pythagoras and Number Theory. They have all received their assessment results. Now, to wrap up the first term, the students are fully engaged in exploring the world of algebra, a fundamental aspect of mathematics.

In class, students are tackling substitution and simplifying expressions, learning how to combine variables through addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. These skills are essential for their studies of mathematics. Support at home is crucial for this topic. We encourage you to discuss what the students are doing in class at home with your child, explore its real-world applications, and celebrate their progress in the subject.

Year 9 students have completed assessments and finished integers, and financial mathematics, including taxation, GST, payslips, and interest calculations. They have received results from this assessment Now, they're delving into algebra, an exciting new chapter in their mathematical journey.

In class, students are diving into simplifying expressions with enthusiasm and determination. They're honing critical thinking skills and exploring the intricate patterns of algebraic concepts.

As parents, your involvement is invaluable. We encourage discussions about algebra at home and celebrating your child's progress in the subject. Let's support their mathematical journey together and see our Year 9 students become efficient problem solvers and critical thinkers.

Mr Bahadir Korkut, Ms Jane Lawler, Dr Zeynep Yaseen & Ms Mariam El Maarraoui

Maths Teachers

Year 7

Students explored the particle model of matter to explain how the particles of solid, liquid and gases are arranged. students studied physical properties of matter like mass, volume, and density. they have conducted virtual practical on what sink and what float based on the knowledge of the density of the objects.

Year 7 learned the process of changing the state of matter. They learned that a change in the state of matter is a physical change where matter can change from one state to another without losing its identity. Also, they studied that matter could change between states by adding or removing thermal energy, also known as heat. Each state of matter is related to a specific amount of energy.

Students study the cycles of matter specifically the water cycle and its importance to living things. Students have studied how energy and matter are both interconnected and how this applies to the water cycle and how to apply the particle model to this cycle!

This year students also learnt how to be a scientist by delving into the practice of the “Scientific Method”, students would do this my posing an everyday question, researching, creating a hypothesis, conducting the experiment, interpreting the results, and making their own conclusions while also practicing lab safety precautions. Students used their collective knowledge of lab safety and the process of the scientific method to conduct the Lava lamp experiment, in conjunction with these students have created lab safety posters in preparation for these experiments.

Year 8

Student this term has learned the alphabet of matter (elements) that makes up every object around us. They learned how those elements are grouped in the periodic table based on their properties. They have learned that matter is classified into three groups, being metal, nonmetal and metalloids. Students have learned how write the symbols and names of the first twenty elements.

Students have learned that elements can be chemically combined to form new substances called Compounds, these compounds have properties that are completely different to the elements that make it. Students have also studied the topic of mixtures, these are unlike compounds which are chemically combined, mixtures are physically combined. Students have studied techniques on how to separate mixtures based on their physical properties.

Year 8 concluded the term by studied the topic of chemical reactions, students have recognized that chemical reactions produce new substances that have properties that are completely different to the reactants. They have studied the importance of chemical reactions in everyday life like photosynthesis found in plants and Respiration found in all living things. Students investigated the signs of a chemical reactions, like bubbling, production of a precipitate, colour change and more! To put knowledge into practice students conducted a practical experiment whereby they investigated the reactivity of acids and base and they have completed the scientific report for this experiment.

Year 9

During the past few weeks, our Year 9 Intelligence Agency informed us that an army of pathogens has suddenly attacked our first line of defence, our skin and body fluids, and even took our second line of defence by surprise, although this is an elite brigade composed of special white blood cells nicknamed Neutrophils. To our great astonishment, we’ve also learnt that those pathogens are preparing a major offensive against our third line of defence, the lymphatic system. We had no choice but to join one of the two battalions of our own army of special forces against pathogens, the lymphocytes battalion (special operations) and the macrophages battalion (offence). From the start, we knew that if we leave the pathogens freely spread throughout our body, the members of our offence battalion, the macrophages, would be exhausted pursuing and terminating each pathogen individually, despite this battalion’s great strength and endurance. That’s why we decided to help the lymphocytes build attractive antibodies that lured the pathogens to clump together. At these moments, our macrophages attacked the pathogens in groups, terminated them quite efficiently and declared victory in record time!

Year 10

In Year 10, however, we decided to go on an excursion to pay tribute to those who fell in the line of duty trying to help their lymphocytes and macrophages overcome their nasty pathogens. We visited the Museum of Human Diseases. Over there, we learnt about infectious and non-infectious diseases, multi-resistant pathogens, and the many factors that contribute to weakening the three lines of defence against pathogens and diseases, such as smoking and alcohol. From the various “specimens” that we were able to see, we realised that pathogens had attached their victims almost everywhere in the body and quite effectively: brain, heart, stomach, lung, intestines, kidneys, etc. Nevertheless, we came back to school, knowing that the lives of the victims whose specimens are displayed in the museum, did not go in vain. Instead, their fierce fights against pathogens have contributed to improving our health-related knowledge and the knowledge legacy of our science community.

Mr Bilal Almadi & Mr George Hassoun

Science Teacher

Students' Experience in the Youth Mental Health Consultation Program

We are thrilled to share with you the remarkable experiences of our students who recently participated in the Youth Mental Health Consultation Program at Cumberland City Council. This excursion provided an invaluable opportunity for our students to engage in meaningful conversations, activities, and learning experiences centered around mental health awareness and advocacy.

A Day of Discovery and Engagement:

Our students embarked on this journey with open minds and eager hearts, ready to explore the intricacies of mental health and well-being. From the moment they arrived at Cumberland City Council, they were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm, setting the tone for a day filled with learning and discovery.

Participation in Activities:

Throughout the day, our students actively participated in a variety of workshops, discussions, and interactive activities designed to deepen their understanding of mental health. They engaged in thought-provoking conversations with mental health professionals, sharing their own perspectives and insights on the challenges and opportunities surrounding mental health in our community.

From mindfulness exercises to group discussions on stigma reduction, our students embraced each activity with enthusiasm and empathy, demonstrating their commitment to promoting positive mental health and well-being for themselves and their peers.

Sharing Their Voices:

One of the highlights of the excursion was the opportunity for our students to share their voices and experiences during the consultation sessions. They spoke eloquently and passionately about the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel empowered to seek help and support when needed.

Their insights and suggestions will undoubtedly shape the future direction of mental health initiatives within our community, demonstrating the significant impact that young people can have when given the platform to voice their concerns and ideas.

A Lasting Impact:

As our students returned from the excursion, their enthusiasm and excitement were palpable. They left Cumberland City Council with a newfound sense of empowerment and determination to continue advocating for mental health awareness and support within our school and beyond.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their active participation and meaningful contributions to the Youth Mental Health Consultation Program. Their dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of others serves as an inspiration to us all.

Looking Ahead:

As we reflect on this inspiring journey, let us continue to support and encourage our students in their efforts to promote mental health awareness and well-being within our school community. Together, we can create a culture of openness, empathy, and support where every individual feels valued and heard.

Thank you to Cumberland City Council for providing our students with this invaluable opportunity, and thank you to our students for embracing it wholeheartedly. Together, we are making a difference.

Ms Aslihan Agyar & Mr Yusufhan Diler

PDHPE Teachers

Year 7 - Museum Visit and Exploring Ancient Egypt

Year 7 students recently had the incredible opportunity to delve deep into the mysteries and wonders of the ancient past at the Chau Chak Wing Museum. This excursion provided them with a hands-on and informative experience that brought their classroom learning to life.

They had the chance to explore artifacts dating back thousands of years, gaining a deeper understanding of the daily lives, beliefs, and customs of ancient civilisations. Through guided tours and educational workshops, they had the opportunity to ask questions, analyse historical evidence, and make connections between the past and the present.

Our Year 7 students have embarked on an exciting adventure into the heart of one of history's most fascinating civilizations - Ancient Egypt. They are investigating the social structure, religious beliefs, daily life, and technological advancements that defined this ancient civilisation. The recent excursion to the Chau Chak Wing Museum provided an excellent foundation for our Ancient Egypt unit. Students had the opportunity to see authentic artifacts and gain firsthand insights into the daily lives and customs of the ancient Egyptians.

Year 8 - Delving into ‘Japan Under the Shoguns’

Our Year 8 students have embarked on a fascinating exploration of medieval Japan, delving into the complexities of its geography, political systems, cultural practices, and everyday life under the rule of the shoguns. This unit promises to be an enriching and immersive experience that will deepen our students' understanding of this pivotal period in Japanese history.

Throughout this unit, students will dive into a wide range of topics, including the geography of medieval Japan, the Shogunate system, the Tokugawa Shogunate, key historical periods, political structures, cultural features such as religion and feudalism, and the intricate social hierarchy that defined everyday life during this era.

Year 9

Year 9 students have composed multimedia videos this term exploring the relationship between European contact and First nation people. Students examined the impacts encountered by Indigenous Torres trait islanders assessing areas of land , culture, traditions and the implementation of government policies. Students have displayed an excellent work ethic this term. Have an enjoyable and safe holiday.

Year 10

Year 10 history students have assessed the Modern world and Australia. Students analysed fragments of the film, ‘Rabbit Proof Fence’ to complete their assessment task this term. Students explored the result cultural transitions and the stolen generation impacting the lives of first nation communities. Furthermore, government policies and regulations were examined to examine outcomes of the vast issues encountered.

Ms Burcin Taskin & Ms Sumeyye Islek

HSIE Teachers

Delving into the Workplace

During this term, Year 10 commerce students delved into the workplace. Students investigated employment issues, laws, regulations, and technological advancements impacting the workplace. Furthermore, deepened their understanding of employer-employee rights with relevant dispute resolutions. Additionally, students are required to practice composing their personal resumes, equipping themselves for the workplace ahead.

Year 9 commerce students investigated laws and mechanisms that protect consumers including the process of consumer redress. The students examined a range of options related to personal decisions of a consumer and financial nature and assessed responsible financial management strategies.

Ms Mariam El Maarraoui

Commerce Teacher

Dear Parents,

I hope that this year’s Ramadan has been a blessed one. As Term 1 is reaching its end, this letter reviews what Year 7 and Year 8 students have been exploring these last few weeks.

For the Year 7 classes, we have been going over the topics of.

Week 6: Binary Systems.

Learning about one of the main architects of software building. We worked on workbooks and even had the chance to play a binary race game in class.

Week 7: Understanding Project Management.

Handed the students their Assessment Task for the end of the Term along with their groups. Discussed methods on project management and why its important to keep proper time.

Week 8: Real World Problems

Discussed the issues that are local and international. Went over the problems such as renewable resources and agriculture innovations.

Week 9-10: Project: Designing A Web Page.

Worked on the Assessment Task in class. Keeping up with the group work progress. Towards the end of the term, they are presenting their web page to the class.

For the Year 8 classes, we have been going over the topics of.

Week 6: Learning To Code Using General-Purpose Language

Learning about the Python language for computer programming. Everything from its history to the many uses it has.

Week 7: Graphs In Excel

Handed the students their Assessment Task for the end of the term. Went over the spreadsheet program Excel and their uses.

Week 8-9: Analogue And Digital Systems & Wired, Wireless, And Mobile Networks Transmission and Security

Went over the topic with videos and examples during class. Handed over homework.
Discussed on what networks were, the difference between wired and wireless, and so forth.

Week 10: Assessment Task

This week is about checking the students progress on their assessments and help them with any struggles or issues that they are experiencing.

As we finish the first term of the year, it brings me joy seeing all the hardworking students doing their very best in succeeding and being the best they can be. I have noticed improvements with students that I knew that could, and some major improvements with students that surprised me! I look forward to the next term with Textiles in mind and I hope to bring more into this class!

Ms Noor Elmubasher

TAS Teacher

Year 7 Visual Arts

Year 7 Visual Arts’ students have begun exploring their artmaking techniques using water colour. The students have practiced their art-making abilities through various water colour techniques as well as the completion of their recent self-portrait where they have been creating/finding meaning in their artmaking using symbolism and colour.

Year 8 Visual Arts

Year 8 Visual Arts’ students have been continuously exploring various dot painting techniques and creating/finding meaning in their artmaking using symbolism and colour. The students have completed a silhouette portrait where they were given the opportunity to explore the various patterns and colours needed to create a visually engaging artwork.

Year 9 Visual Arts

Year 9 Visual Arts students have been exploring their sculpture making techniques through the building of their Mad-Hatter-Inspired hat. They have worked on creating their sculptures using both recycled materials and purchased materials. The students have all taken inspiration in different ways and have continued to experiment and create visual representation of their inspirations.

Year 10 Visual Arts

Year 10 Visual Arts’ students have begun to complete the first part of their projects which is the clay sculpture of a skull which will take the role of their inspiration in the second part of their project, a still life artwork. The students have continued to problem solve and experiment with various clay techniques to create a refined skull.

Ms Joanne Silva

CAPA Coordinator

Year 7 Music

Year 7 Music have begun looking into the theory of music through the exploration of Pitch and Duration as well as being introduced to the concept of duration. As well as this, the students have completed their first assessment in music where they have performed ‘All of Me’ on the online keyboards.

Year 8 Music

Year 8 Music students have continued their exploration of the ukulele and have progressed with their music composition skills. The students were given the opportunity to compose and perform for their previous music assessment and have continued to develop their musical techniques.

Ms Joanne Silva

CAPA Coordinator

Design and Technology

Year 9 students have continued to work through the content in second half of the term. Students have been learning the theory component for 1 period and completing the practical component for 2 periods every week. Year 9 students have been busy in working on robotics and STEM challenges. Students have been learning to program robots to complete various commands.

Year 10 Design and Technology has been busy building a submarine. Students have completed in various practical components as well as using design software to design their submarines.

Students have also completed an assessment task for Design and Technology for Term 1.

Mrs Adeba Qasim

Design and Technology & TAS Teacher

Year 7

Year 7 advanced Turkish students answered questions related to themselves, their families, and their environment in accordance with Turkish grammar rules, using only Turkish words. Students learned to ask questions and listen to each other respectfully while sticking to the topic of the memories they shared in class. By playing games in class, they continue to develop their vocabulary by speaking to improve the correct pronunciation and meaning of newly learned words.

Year 8

Year 8 students at the Turkish beginner level role-played the shopping dialogues they had learned along with the new vocabulary they acquired by enacting their own dialogues. Through these dialogues, they attempted to use expressions, words, and numbers in the correct places. While working on the shopping dialogues, our students learned to express their breakfasts verbally and in writing in Turkish. They described their breakfasts at their homes, and their friends asked each other about their breakfasts.

Year 10

Year 10 beginner-level students read texts on fruit and vegetable names and shopping expressions they learned and answered questions about them. Then, they verbally expressed what they ate for breakfast using Turkish breakfast vocabulary. They asked each other questions about their breakfasts and imaginary shopping. They spent their period playing fun online quizzes and picture and word memory games.

Ms S. Meyra Bicer

Turkish Language Teachers

Karagöz & Hacivat

Karagöz and Hacivat are two central characters in Turkish shadow play, which is a traditional form of entertainment and storytelling. The shadow play tradition dates back centuries and has been an integral part of Turkish cultural heritage. It has entertained audiences of all ages with its blend of humor, social commentary, and storytelling.

During Ramadan, Karagöz and Hacivat shadow play performances can serve as a means of cultural expression, entertainment, and moral education that resonates with the themes and values of the holy month.

For example, Karagöz and Hacivat performances during Ramadan might include stories that promote virtues such as patience, compassion, generosity, and self-discipline, which are central to the observance of fasting during this month. These stories could feature the characters navigating various situations and challenges while embodying these virtues, providing entertainment as well as moral instruction to the audience.

Year 10 students made their own curtains and made their own puppets by cutting and painting them. The theme was iftar. They familiarized themselves with the characteristic features of Karagöz and Hacivat, learned about the place of shadow play in Turkish literature, and had a fun time playing with the puppets.

Mrs Ayşegül Şeyma Akdemir

Turkish Coordinator

Secondary Islamic Studies

Assalamu Alaikum wa rahmetullahi wa barakatuh,

All praise be to Allah (SWT) and may peace and blessings be upon His beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW), his family, companions and to all those who follow him.

Alhamdulillah, as believers having faith and trust in Allah, we have overcome a very challenging term in which I would like to thank all parents and guardians for all their help and supporting our students throughout the term.

Our Secondary students were learning various stories of Islam as well as basic beliefs and practices of Islam. Students completed their term 1 assessment tasks and presentations.

Wishing everyone a happy and peaceful Eid-ul-Fitr.

Ramazan Bayramınız kutlu olsun

Mr Muhammed Ordukaya

Secondary Islamic Studies Teacher

Assalamu Alaikum

Oh Allah, let the Quran be the springtime of our hearts, the light of our chests, the remover of our sadness and pacifier of our worries.

Alhamdulilah for the blessing of the month of Ramadan. The month in which the holy Qur’an was revealed. May Allah facilitate and accept your fasting, praying, and recitations of the Quran.

As we wrap up the first term, most students have made commendable progress in reading either Elif Ba book or Quran.

Year 7 have recited some parts from Surah Al-Baqarah and memorised 1- 5 verses from the same Surah.

Year 8 recited some parts from Surah Al-Nisa and memorised Al-Aadiyat.

Year 9 have recited parts from Surah Usuf and completed the memorisation of Surah Al-Fajr. Year 10 students have recited parts from Surah Al-Ankabut and memorised Surah Al-Buruj.

Students reading Elif Ba have continued their reading at their own pace and were provided with feedback and guidance on how to read correctly. The oral assessments were completed during week 9 and 10. Alhamdulillah all students tried their best, may Allah reward them for their efforts, and most have performed well. I wish you all a very happy and peaceful holiday and Eid Mubarak!

Ms Deya Mohamed

Secondary Qur'an Teacher

Turkish Debating (TÜRKÇE MÜNAZARA)

Debates are a fantastic way for students to engage in critical thinking, research, public speaking, and teamwork. Debate tournaments provide students with opportunities to showcase their debating prowess.

Türkiye Maarif Vakfı has initiated debate sessions this term and is preparing students for it by sending different debate topics each week. We hold debate classes with our students once a week and prepare them for the semi-finals where they will compete with Maarif students from other countries.

Our recent Swissa Basketball Game was a thrilling showcase of talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Our students poured their hearts into every play, demonstrating their dedication and passion for the game.

From dribbles to shots, our Basketball Team left it all on the court, embodying the spirit of competition. Their exemplary behaviour and respect for fellow players, coaches, and officials made us proud.

Up to twice a term, students may bring home a Book Club catalogue with a selection of books available for all ages. Book Club orders must be placed online via LOOP.

It is easy to order. The Book Club LOOP platform for parents allows you to pay by credit card. Your child’s order is submitted directly to school safe and sound and the books will be delivered to class. You can place your child’s order at scholastic.com.au/LOOP or using the LOOP app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.

When placing orders online, please select ‘Secondary School’ as the class for all students in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10.

We request that our parents and/or carers be extra cautious during school drop-off and pick-up times. Please ensure NSW Government rules regarding road safety are being followed and adhered to at all times.

This means:

- Respecting the road rules and signs, and driving within the speed limit of 40km/h in a school zone.

- Parking safely in designated parking areas or in drop off/pick up zones.

- No double parking, as it is dangerous and illegal.

- Three-point turns and U-turns are not permitted in school zones, as not only is it dangerous for students and other vehicles but also causes traffic congestion.

- Follow the directions of our school crossing supervisors.

- Give way to our School Bus drivers.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Last Day of Term 1	8 April 2024
Student - Parent Interviews	9 April 2024
Ramadan Eid Holiday	10, 11, 12 April 2024
First Day of Term 2	30 April 2024

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