mabel park state high school

Mabel Park State High School Our Effort, Our Achievement, Our Future

Paradise Road SLACKS CREEK QLD 4127 Telephone: (07) 3489 2333

Postal Address: Fax: (07) 3489 2300

PO Box 2780 LOGAN CITY DC 4114 Email: [email protected]

Web Site: www.mabelparkshs.eq.edu.au

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http://www.mabelparkshs.eq.edu.au/

MABEL PARK STATE HIGH SCHOOL 2021 Scholarships Our Effort, Our Achievement, Our Future

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SCHOLARSHIPS There are various Scholarships offered at Mabel Park State High School and these are aimed at exceptional students within their field of speciality. Scholarships on offer in 2021:

Academic Scholarship

iMPact Scholarship

Maths Science Academy (MSA) Scholarship

High Performance Sports Program Scholarship

Performing Arts Academy Scholarship

Leadership Scholarship

Community Scholarship The Application Package must be completed and returned to Mabel Park State High School Administration with all relevant documentation (copies of report cards etc). Please note Scholarships are for the period of 12 months ONLY. A panel will review scholarship recipients data and progress to determine recipient suitability to re-apply. To re-apply, a student would need to demonstrate their commitment to the program or meet the required standards. With each scholarship comes student responsibilities (as per scholarship conditions & student contract). If a student fails to maintain their commitment to programs or the required standards of performance, the scholarship can be revoked. Recipients will be reviewed by the scholarship panel regularly. Scholarship recipients at risk of losing their scholarship status will have an opportunity to put forward a personal statement of support to this panel before any final decision to revoke is made. Recipients and parents will be notified of the decision.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

The Academic Excellence Program is offered across the curriculum at Mabel Park State High School. Students with a strong academic ability in their core subjects are identified and after successful application work with the relevant team to achieve their goals. Additional extra-curricular activities may be offered to advance students learning beyond the classroom. Students are expected to participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities such as competitions and excursions.

Conditions

- Students should be achieving a minimum of a B standard in their English, History, Geography, Maths and Science classes and a pass required in all specialist subjects (HPE, Japanese and or any other electives).

- Minimum of a B in the corresponding effort and behaviour grades. - Involvement in educational challenges such as Academic competitions or Mabel4Change.

Inclusions

- Junior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $175.00. - Senior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $200.00. - Extra subject fees are NOT included.


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THE iMPact PROJECT

The iMPact Project is offered as part of the Junior Secondary curriculum at Mabel Park State High School. Students will be challenged through real-world problem solving and work to develop Michael Fullen’s 6 C’s – Character, Citizenship, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity and Critical Thinking. The future working environment is at an all-time high in terms of unpredictability. Deakin University (2018) reports that the new norm for graduates of the future is the ability to make the world their own. Additional extra-curricular activities are offered to advance students’ learning beyond the classroom. Students are expected to participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities such as excursions, competitions and activities as part of their participation in the iMPact Project.

Conditions

- Students with a strong desire to collaborate, think outside the box and demonstrate growth mindset are encouraged to apply.

- Report cards that demonstrates high levels of achievement, effort & behaviour. - Responses to set questions (See Appendix for iMPact specific application).

Inclusions

- $300 payment for Education Perfect subscription. - Extra subject fees are NOT included. - This scholarship does not limit students from applying for other Mabel Park State High School

scholarship programs.

THE MATHS SCIENCE ACADEMY (MSA) SCHOLARSHIP The MSA Program is offered as part of the curriculum at Mabel Park State High School. Students with a strong academic ability in Maths and/or Science are identified and after successful application work with the relevant team to achieve their goals. The students in the Maths Science Academy Program are provided with curriculum that offers a challenging curriculum to enhance the study of Maths, Science, Engineering and Technology. The increased pace and the incorporation of design projects linking to real-life applications is designed to keep students motivated. Additional extra-curricular activities are offered to advance students learning beyond the classroom.

Conditions

- Students should be achieving a minimum of a an A or B standard in their Maths and Science classes. - Students are expected to participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities such as competitions

and excursions.


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Inclusions


HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORTS The High Performance Sports Program is offered as part of the HPE curriculum at Mabel Park State High School. Students will have the opportunity to pursue a course focusing on one of the following sports including - Rugby League, Football, Basketball or Netball. We are looking for students who are motivated and committed to their designated sport. Each student

within their chosen Academy of Excellence will enhance a positive and successful culture within our school

environment. In order to achieve this, high expectations will be placed upon each student. Each child will

be expected to attend a Trial/Gala day for their identified sport. Dates for these trials will be published via

our Facebook Page – Mabel Park State High School.

Conditions

- High expectations and adherence to student contract.

- High performance sports scholarship recipients must:

o Always wear correct full school uniform. The academy training uniforms should ONLY be worn

at each academy lesson/training session.

o Participation in all school sporting and athletic events.

o Maintain a strong commitment to training, participating in each session unless medically unfit

(Medical Certificate/Clearance to be provided).

- Platinum recipients must demonstrate representation at a Queensland/MET or equivalent level.

Inclusions

Gold Platinum

- Academy Fees for their chosen sport to the

value of $100.

- School fees are NOT included.

- Academy Fees for their chosen sport to the

value of $100. - Academy Uniform – one training kit. - Junior Student Resource Scheme (school

fees) for the year to the amount of $175.00.

- Senior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $200.00.


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Please note that students will be provided with ONE training kit as part of the Platinum Scholarship. Any replacement items will need to be purchased at their own expense. Please note that the following kits are required per sporting academy and are available for purchase through our Uniform Shop.

BASKETBALL RUGBY LEAGUE

- Nitro Training Shirt

- Basketball Playing Shorts

- Basketball Training Shorts

- MP Socks


- Rugby League Playing Shorts

- Rugby League Training Shorts

- Playing Socks

NETBALL FOOTBALL


- Netball Training Shorts

- MP Socks


- Football Playing Shorts

- Football Training Shorts

- Playing Socks

ARTS ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP (Performing & Visual Arts)

The Arts Academy is offered as part of the curriculum at Mabel Park State High School. Talented students with a strong musical, dance or artistic ability are identified or self-nominated and after successful application are placed within the program. Applicants may be required to audition to become part of the program or submit a portfolio (if relevant). Audition dates will be published via our Facebook Page – Mabel Park State High School. Additional extra-curricular activities are offered to advance students’ learning beyond the classroom. The Performing/Visual Arts Academy Scholarship can be broken down into the following categories:

o Instrumental Music (Drumline, Strings and Band) o Dance o Multicultural o Visual Art

Please complete the relevant The Arts application (Performing or Visual Art) to apply.

Inclusions

- Junior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $175.00. - Senior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $200.00. - If applicable, Instrumental Music Levy - $45.00. - Extra subject fees are NOT included.


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BAGOJEI GOROMGUNN (Rising Star) SCHOLARSHIP

Students applying for a leadership scholarship must demonstrate leadership qualities at their Primary

School.

Conditions

- Year 7 students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

- Model behaviour expected.

- Report cards/Academic achievement. - Students must show leadership qualities and be involved with Indigenous Cultural activities within

the school (for example Indigenous Dance).

Inclusions

- Junior Student Resource Scheme (school fees) for the year to the amount of $175.00. - Extra subject fees are NOT included.

COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP

The community scholarship is for students who represent, respect and contribute to their school

community, despite circumstances which may make it difficult for them at times. Such students do not

allow their circumstances to stop them from engaging and representing the school community spirit.

Conditions

- Student with Disability. - 95% attendance. - Majority high standards for effort and behaviour. - Scholarship recipients will continue to represent and respect their school community at Mabel Park

State High.

Inclusions



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Application Process Any students applying to iMPact please refer to the iMPact specific application package. Any students applying for Visual or Performing Arts please refer to the specific application package. All other scholarship applications see below:

1. Nomination - Students are either nominated by their school as a potential scholarship recipient, or self-nominate. Students and Parents/Carergivers receive the application package documentation.

2. Application Package - Students and Parents/Carergivers must complete the Application Package and submit to Mabel Park State High School (Administration Office). When submitting the Application Package you must include: Student Personal Details Form Most recent Report Card Student Contract (signed by student and parent)

3. Assessment – MPSHS scholarship panel will assess the application submission.

4. Student Notification – Successful applicants will be formally accepted to participate in their selected Scholarship and will confirm acceptance by completing the enrolment process at Mabel Park State High School.

Please note Scholarships are for the period of 12 months ONLY. Scholarship leaders (allocated MPSHS staff) review scholarship recipients data and progress to determine recipient suitability to re-apply. To re-apply, a student would need to demonstrate their commitment to program and/or meet the required standards. For students who wish to re-apply - Please complete the written application and submit to the Administration Office.


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STUDENT DETAILS

Student’s Given Name/s: Sex: Male Female

Last Name:

Year Level: JUNIOR/SENIOR:

Date of Birth: Place of Birth:

Current School:

Previous School/s (any schools attended in the last 3 years):

Names of Parents/Guardians:

1. ____________________________________ Relationship:_____________________

2. ____________________________________ Relationship:_____________________

Home Address: Postcode:

Postal Address (if different from the above):

Telephone Home: Work: Mobile:

Email Address (if applicable):

Do you identify as belonging to any specific cultural background?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Other: __________________________________________

Name / Age of Siblings (Brothers or Sisters) currently enrolled at Mabel Park State High School:

1. ____________________________________ Relationship:_____________________

2. ____________________________________ Relationship:_____________________

3. ____________________________________ Relationship:_____________________

Select Scholarship you are applying for:

Football (Soccer)

Academic

Leadership

Netball

Performing Arts

Rugby League

MSA

Basketball

Community

For High Performance Sports Platinum Recipients only. Are you a Queensland/MET or equivalent representative (provide detail):


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WRITTEN APPLICATION

I am a New Applicant I am an existing scholarship recipient

Please select the Scholarship you would like to apply for:

Football (Soccer)

Academic

Leadership (Bagojei Goromgunn)

Netball

Performing Arts

MSA

Basketball

Community

Rugby League

Please write down all achievements that would relate to your selected scholarship.


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STUDENT CONTRACT

As a participant in the Scholarship Program I understand that through my behaviour, actions and attitude I will uphold Mabel Park State High School’s Vision to be the most respected, admired and accomplished school.

As a student at Mabel Park State High School I agree to:

Participate actively in the schools education program.

Take responsibility for my own behaviour and learning.

Demonstrate respect for myself, others and the wider school community.

Behave in a manner that respects the rights of others, including the righ to learn.

Cooperate with others.

I will demonstrate this by:

Upholding the conditions in my specific scholarship.

Maintain 95% or above attendance.

100% explained attendance.

Maintain uniform standards and do not receive uniform breaches.

Maintain effort and behaviour results at a C standard or above.

I understand that:

Suspendable behaviours may result in the cancellation of my scholarship.

Scholarships are for a 12 month period and recipients can re-apply each year.

Student Agreement

I understand that I am expected to demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning, strive for high achievement

and demonstrate exemplary behaviour. I understand that being a scholarship recipient is dependent on my

commitment to maintaining high standards of learning, achievement and behaviour.

Student Name: Signature:

Date:

Parent Agreement

I/We ___________________________________________ agree to support our son/daughter in maintaining a

positive attitude towards learning, high academic standards and exemplary behaviour. I/We understand that if our

son/daughter is unable to maintain these standards they will forfeit their scholarship. In this instance all school

fees and academy fees (if applicable) will be invoiced at a pro rata rate for the remainder of the year.

Parent Name: Signature:

Date:

OFFICE USE ONLY - APPROVAL

Football (Soccer)

Academic

Leadership (Bagojei Goromgunn)

Netball

Rugby League

MSA

Basketball

Community

PLATINUM GOLD APPROVED NOT APPROVED

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mabel park state high school

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