Tag: secondary

Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority for Parents and Students in Year 10

May 21, 2018

This booklet has just been published by the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority for parents and students in Year 10. You can find it under publications on the SCSA website or simply click here

The handbook sets out to explain the different types of courses and pathways that are available to Year 10 students in 2019 and how each contributes towards their WACE.

This is not easy reading but it is important reading! If you have any questions at all please contact me

Sarah Cooke – Careers Advisor
9243 2154

Breast Cancer Fundraiser

May 18, 2018

Shanii Forrest Year 9, has a movie fundraiser with her RITE journey mentor to help raise money for breast cancer. It would be great if the St Stephen’s School Community could help and support this great cause.

Cost – Adults $22, Children Under 15 $18 (includes movie ticket, water and a treat)

Date – 15th June
Time – 6:30pm (don’t be late)

Location – Whitfords, Event Cinemas

Investigating Forces

May 18, 2018

My Y7 scientists were investigating the effect of forces on objects and measuring forces using a Newton balance.

Nicola Ross

Science Teacher

It is strange that only extraordinary men make the discoveries, which later appear so easy and simple. – Georg C. Lichtenberg

World Religions

May 18, 2018

Year 11 students have been learning about World Religions. Recently, they were blessed with a visit from Mrs Tripdidas of Calcutta, India who spoke about Hinduism. Mrs Tripdidas was raised by the Loretto Sisters (Irish Catholic Nuns) in the Convent and was taught Geography by Mother Theresa herself! She went on to teach Political Science and English. She gave a fascinating talk on Hinduism for our students.

Andrea Tinney

Teacher – Biblical Studies

Career Notices

May 18, 2018

Year 11 Outdoor Camp

May 17, 2018

Mr Lickfold’s Year 11 students got out into the fresh, open air last week, putting their skills into practice on their Outdoor Ed Camp. Students cooked meals, caught fish along the river and took the kayaks for a paddle, all while camping at the beautiful Nanga camp ground.

Memorable Visit

May 17, 2018

If you were a Duncraig student in the late 1990s you might remember the smiley face and friendly nature of our Indonesian Exchange student Satriyo Adhi, who recently dropped by the School for a visit while on holiday in Perth.

Mr Adhi spent a year as a St Stephen’s student 18 years ago, living with a local host family as an exchange student from 1999 to 2000.

“I felt very welcome, not only from the school teachers but all the people here and all the students – different ages and different Houses,” the proud Alethean said.

Helping Hand

May 16, 2018

Secondary students have been visiting their local libraries as part of ECU Enactus, a program providing assistance to local residents with computer problems. It’s a great opportunity for the students to meet members of our community and share their tech knowledge! We hear community members have been impressed with the kindness and helpfulness displayed by our students.

Cross Country Results

May 15, 2018

Congratulations to all our students who gave it their all in the Cross Country Carnival. House pride was on full display with students donning House colours and costumes both in the spectator stands and on the race track! The winning Houses are:

Duncraig Primary: Alethea
Duncraig Secondary: Timae

Community Freezer

May 14, 2018

We are continuing with our initiative of the school community freezer. It is located in the Get Well Room in the Primary School Office. The purpose of this freezer is to support families from Pre-Kindy to Year 12 at SSS Duncraig with a home cooked meal when they are going through a very difficult family situation.

If you would like to contribute to this freezer by cooking a meal we would greatly appreciate it. We are looking for simple, nutritious meals that are both family and freezer friendly. These include meat and vegetable based casseroles, lasagnes, hearty soups and mild curries. Please do not use any nut or nut products. Please include all components of the meal e.g. “Casserole with rice” to make it as easy as possible for the families receiving the meals.

Please follow the steps below:
Read the food safety link: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/handwashing-why-its-important
1) Choose your own recipe or look for one at:
http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/collections/freezer-friendly
2) Buy the ingredients.
3) Ensure your hands are adequately washed.
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/food-safety-when-cooking
4) Cook the meal.
5) Cool the meal and pack in a reusable or recyclable container (either donate a container or collect a foil container from next to the freezer at school).

6) Label the meal (stickers are available next to the freezer at school).