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College Sacred Heart

Each year at our Opening College Mass the names of every student and staff member is placed in the sacred heart to enjoy that that they are always prayed for during the year

MARISTJanuary 2010

Welcome On beha l f o f ou r Marist community we would like to welcome all new families to our College

HERE ARE SOME STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TO HELP YOUR SON START HIGH SCHOOL ON A POSITIVE NOTE.

Information for parents to assist your

son starting Year 7

1. Be interested and enthusiastic about their move to high schoolYour encouragement will help your child to make a successful transition to high school. Listen to their experiences and expectations. Try not to dwell on your own experiences of school.

2. Attend the high school orientation dayYour high school orientation day will be held towards the end of Year 6, and is designed to help Year 6 students and their parents prepare for starting high school. Being there will help you to better understand your child's experiences. Also keep a look out for other events at your child's prospective school which may help him or her learn about what high school is like. Our newsletter will provide more information on school activities.

3. Make sure travel arrangements to and from school are organisedOrganise travel passes. This will help to reduce any concern you may have about travel for your child. Talk about back-up travel arrangements – for example, what to do if your child misses a bus or train.

4. Discuss the changes every student will experienceEmphasise that many people feel nervous about changing from a small primary school to a larger high school, and that there will be people at the school to help them adjust.

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5. Organise your child's uniformWell before the first day of school organise your son’s uniform. Having the new uniform will help your child feel a sense of belonging to the school from the first day.

6. Learn about school routinesand timetablesTalking to students already enrolled at the school can be useful in finding out information about things such as sporting venues used by the school and school finishing times. Your school will also provide this sort of information to you at the orientation day and at the beginning of the new school year.

7. Help your child to develop good study habitsHelp your child to set aside a particular time to study – somewhere private and quiet if possible. Work out a daily timetable that incorporates all your child's needs and interests. Regularly viewed TV programs, club activities and sport should all be part of the timetable. Ultimately they will need to manage their own study and they can guide you in what is helpful for them.

8. Practise organisational skillsIn the first few weeks of high school you might want to check with your child that they have the right books and equipment

for the following day. You will quickly encourage a good habit.9. Discuss emergency and safety issuesTalk about these issues – including crossing roads or taking essential medication –simply and without emotion. Allow your child to contribute their views. Find out who the staff are at the school who can help them on issues such as medication.

10. Let your child know that you trust them and that they can trust youKeep communication open about all your child's experiences, and make sure they know you're available if they need you.

Your child’s progressReports play a vital role in telling you howyour child is going at school. Student reports will be sent home to you at least twice a year, usually at the end of terms 2 and 4, to give you a clear understanding of your child’s progress. The teachers and I will be more than happy to discuss your child’s progress with you. We we have an opportunity to discuss your sons progress at our Interim report night in term 1. week ......encourage parents to telephone the school and speak to your sons year coordinatior if they wish to discuss any concerns or ideas they may have.

SCHOOL LIFE

Sport Every Thrusday we have sport from 12.40 to 2.27 pm. After term 1 you will be able to try out for representative sport (MCS)Go ahead & try out for a team!

Year 7 Camp

Meeting new friends

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Keeping in touch with school activities Your child’s school will regularly send you newsletters, notes and invitations to school functions and parent meetings. Most of this information will be given to your child, with the expectation that they take it home toyou.

Getting involvedMarist College Eastwood always welcome parent involvement and support. The P & F Association provide a great opportunity to become involved in the life of the school .

Meeting dates is published in the parent calendar of all meeting times. Getting involved can be a great way to meet other parents and school staff. Any help that you are able to offer will be appreciated.

Why get active in your school?Children feel better about school when they see their parents getting to know their teachers and talking with them. Having regular contact with your son;’s school will help to build a relationship to support your child’s learning. A positive home/school relationship better allows your child’s needs to be met Parents make many long-lasting friendships through school life. Being involved in the school community makes it easier to find out information on where particular resources may be found, Sharing handy hints and helping your child to look forward to high school

AttendanceAttending school is compulsory. Please make sure your child is not away from school unnecessarily, because this just

makes it harder for them to keep up with lessons, and it also breaks their routine of learning. This can lead to your child losing confidence in class, and their level of achievement will quickly fall. If your child is a b s e n t p l e a s e c a l l o u r A b s e n t e e Hotline ..............and leave a message. Please note that if your need to take your son away for a period of time you must write to the Principal to seek his approval.

Writing school notesn If your child is absent, you need to write a note within seven days It must explain why your childmissed schooln Include how many days your childwas awayn Remember to include the date or datesn Place this in your sonʼs school bagn Remind your son to give the note tothe teachern If your child is going to be away for morethan three days please call the school tolet the teacher know. You will still needto write a note when your son returnsto school

Student supportYour high school has a number of people andprograms in place that will help your childmake the move to high school.These include: Year Cooordinator, Homeroom teacher, Teachers, school executive, school counsellors and school

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DEBATING & PUBLIC SPEAKING

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administrative staff who are trained and available to help new students get adjusted to their new school.

We suggest that you make a note ofthese people when you see them duringthe high school orientation program.n Special programs including: meetings and visits where primary school and high school staff get together to talk about students and teaching orientation programs in the high school at the start of Year 7- student mentoring programs where Year7 students are paired with older studentsfor advice and support.

Problem solvingIf you are worried about something thataffects your son and their schooling, or you

have a minor issue that you need to discuss, you may wish to speak to your childʼs year coordinator or subject teacher in the first

instance.If there is a bigger issue, or you believe that

the original problem was not solved, pleasespeak to the Assistant Principal. Depending on what the problem is, they maysuggest that you speak to the school counsellor.The school counsellor is an experienced person who

has a degree in psychology and postgraduate qualifications in school counselling. They work with

students, parents and teachers to help solve a range of problems ad assist students. Conversations between the

counsellor and student is cofidential.

Homework, a habit of study

Each night boys will have homework, there is no such thing as no homework. Each boys is recommended to set aside time each day for study. in Year 7 this should be about 1 hour per day.

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DUKE OF ED PROGRAMN FROM YEAR 9

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MARKET DAY

School Canteen & Uniform shop Our College is run by “Food Related” lunch orders can be done through the canteen.

The Uniform shop is usually open on Tuesday from 12.00 - 3.00pm and Thursday from 9.00 - 12.30

sport

In Year 7, your child will be introduced to some subjects they haven't experienced before and other subjects that may have a different approach and emphasis from primary school. They will also be expected to be more independent and self reliant than in primary school.

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Studying at Marist

SubjectsIn high school, subjects are typically

taught in 50 minute intervals called

‘periods’.Each subject will be taught for one or

two periods at a time. A class timetable will be

given to your child showing them when and

where their subjects will be taught.The

subjects offered at your public high school will

depend on the number of students interested

in a particular subject and the expertise

available within the school. In order to be

eligible for their School Certificate at the end

of Year 10, students must study the following

subjects from Year 7:

Relifgion

English

Mathematics

Science

History

Technology Mandatory

Visual arts

Music

Personal development, health and

physical education (PDHPE).

Students in Year 7-10 may also be able to

choose from the following elective subjects,

most commonly offered in Years 9 and 10:

Commerce

drama

Food technology

graphics technology

industrial technology

information and software technology

music

photographic and digital media

visual arts

In Year 7, your child will be introduced to

some subjects they haven't experienced

before and other subjects that may have

a different approach and emphasis

from primary school. They will also be

expected to be more independent

and self reliant than in primary school.

College Diary Parents are asked to get to know your son’s diary. The Diary is the main communication with the teachers. Please make sure that you sign the diary each week.

ACTIVE P & F

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Study & Homework

STUDY HABITS

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TimetablesSome timetables may also be based on a ‘two week cycle’, with the lessons in Week 1 being different from those in Week 2. It's a good idea for your child to check their timetable when they get home every evening so they can be insure to pack their bag with everything they’ll need for the next day – such as books, writing materials, PE uniform and sporting equipment.Being prepared for the next school day cuts down on stress for both you and your child, especially when they're settling in. Try to spend some time each night in the first few weeks of school talking with them about school and going through their timetable with them, in preparation for the next day of work.

HomeworkYour child will generally have homework set and as they move into more senior years the homework and study demands will increase. Homework reinforces work done in class and helps develop skills such as research and time management. It also helps to establish the habits of study, concentration and self discipline. You can help your child by:* taking an active interest in their homework* supporting them in setting aside time for homework* providing a dedicated place for homework and study if possible* assisting teachers to monitor homework by signing completed work if requested, and be aware of the amount ofhomework set* communicating any concerns to teacher about the nature of homework or your child's approach to homework* encouraging your child to read and take an interest in current events* alerting the school to any domestic circumstances or extra-curricularactivities which may need to be taken into consideration when homework is being set or marked.

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Each school develops its own homeworkpolicy in consultation with parents and carers.You can obtain a copy from your school.Remember, if problems occur or you have any questions about your child's learning, contact the school and arrange to talk with your child's teachers.

Managing timeUsing time effectively is a very important skill for high school students. Time management doesn't only apply to serious work such as study. It can be applied to other lifestyle activities such as exercise, sporting activities, and even getting the most out of your leisure time. Encouraging your child to get into goodhabits now also lays the foundation for good habits later in life and work. It’s important to be realistic as new habits take time to develop. Basic time management includes drawing upa simple home timetable using a calendar to plan activities, study requirements, deadlines for assignments, listing of exam dates and other commitments. Setting a priority against each task is important to help them achieve goals, rather than being overwhelmed by what they have to do.

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Further InformationFor further information talk to your school

principal, contact your regional office or

go to www.mce.nsw.edu.au

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