October 28, 2022 | updates
Term 4: Update 1
Adelaide Botanic High School students engage in learning tasks which are about connecting, creating, communicating, co-ordinating and collaborating.
October 28, 2022
Table of contents
- Update From The Principal
- Upcoming Dates - Term 4
- Year 8 Global Perspectives: Vikings
- The Arts Showcases
- Andy Thomas Space Foundation 14th Space Forum
- Stage 1 Politics, Power and People
- Futures Ready: New school-based apprentices
- Orienteering Championships
- Sports Results
- Uniform Fittings
- Notices
- Positions Vacant: Fresh+ Queen Elizabeth Hospital Café – Woodville
EMBRACING YOUNG PEOPLE’S CURIOSITY
Update from the Principal
While teaching can be challenging and exhausting, it is also tremendously rewarding – particularly when you consider the phenomenal power that we have as teachers to influence and change the lives of our students.
World Teacher’s Day acknowledges and celebrates the amazing work our teachers do and the passion with which they do it. Today is the one day of the year when we acknowledge just how much we appreciate every single one of them. Collectively and individually our teachers make ABHS the best place ever for our young people. And while they may not appreciate it right now, we hope they will down the track.
The theme for World Teacher’s Day this year was “Hats off to teachers” and as a special treat, our teaching staff were invited to enjoy a hot drink and cupcake during break time.
We hope you enjoy the photos shared below.
Alistair on behalf of our whole team
Upcoming Dates - Term 4
| Wednesday 2 November WEEK 3 (Term 4) Year 12 Good Luck Breakfast | Wednesday 30 November WEEK 7 (Term 4) Year 11s finish |
| Thursday 3 November WEEK 3 (Term 4) Year 8 vaccinations | Thursday 1 December WEEK 7 (Term 4) Year 10 last day of lessons |
| Wednesday 9 November WEEK 4 (Term 4) Music Showcase | Friday 2 December WEEK 7 (Term 4) Student Free Day |
| 7-17 November WEEKS 4-5 (Term 4) Stage 2 Exams | 5-7 December WEEK 8 (Term 4) Year 10 into Year 11 2023 Transition |
| 16-23 November WEEKS 5-6 (Term 4) Stage 1 Exams | Wednesday 7 December WEEK 8 (Term 4) Year 10s finish |
| Wednesday 23 November WEEK 6 (Term 4) Senior Arts Showcase | Wednesday 7 December WEEK 8 (Term 4) Student Achievement Awards |
| Thursday 24 November WEEK 6 (Term 4) Year 12 Graduation Celebration | 8-9 December WEEK 8 (Term 4) Year 6 into Year 7 2023 Transition |
| Friday 25 November WEEK 6 (Term 4) Year 11 last day of lessons | Friday 16 December WEEK 9 (Term 4) Years 7-9 last day of school (3pm dismissal) |
| 28-30 November WEEK 7 (Term 4) Year 11 into Year 12 2023 Transition |
Year 8 Global Perspectives: Vikings
This term, 8BA and 8BB have been studying Vikings as part of their History unit. Students learned about how the Vikings lived in longhouses as well as other interesting details about their living conditions.
To show what they learned, the class were given the task of designing and creating their own longhouses. Some students chose to make theirs digitally, while others sourced materials to make their own physical house. Each house needed to feature as many true characteristics of Viking longhouses.
The students enjoyed the process of making their houses, afterwards voting for their favourite. The winners were Alexander G, Sarah D, and Nyah B. Well done to these students!
Amy Gray and Benji Kessler
Global Perspectives Teachers
The Arts Showcases
Music Showcase
Wednesday 9 November
Come for an evening of fantastic music presented by the school’s Music Intense students.
The evening will include performances by ABHS soloists, orchestras and ensembles featuring students in Year 7 through to Year 12.
Senior Arts Showcase
Wednesday 23 November
This year the Senior Arts have combined to present an interactive evening of performance and visual delights with a very special surprise guest. On display will be Year 12 Art, Photography, Music and architecture with supporting work by Year 11 students across all areas of art and architecture. This is one evening you do not want to miss.
Watch your inbox for more details about these two exciting showcases!
Andy Thomas Space Foundation 14th Space Forum
On Tuesday 25 October twelve ABHS students accompanied teacher Lauren Scarfe to the Andy Thomas Space Foundation’s 14th Space Forum at the Adelaide Convention Centre.
Prior to the Space Forum ABHS was also offered a session at the Space Discovery Centre where students interacted with the exhibits and asked many in-depth questions about all things space!
When the students arrived at the Space Forum they were greeted by the Kestrel 1 rocket that will be launched from Whaler’s Way in South Australia. The Forum itself was well underway and the students were given the opportunity to meet and greet the stall holders, comprised of companies investing in the space industry. All students confidently asked these professionals about pathways to careers in space and picked up plenty of freebies too!
ABHS is given this opportunity twice a year, but places are limited so students are encouraged to keep an eye on the Frog notices to secure a spot next time.
Lauren Scarfe
STEM Teacher
Stage 1 Politics, Power and People
Last week the Stage 1 Politics, Power and People class visited the State Library to look at the Centre for Democracy and the Mortlock Wing. The goal of the trip was to investigate some of the historical artifacts that were involved in South Australia’s political past, including some pictures of the women involved in the suffrage movement.
Elliot Hosking
Global Perspectives Teacher
Futures Ready: New school-based apprentices
Congratulations to Year 11 students, Thomas B and Angus L, who have both recently been signed up as school-based apprentices as part of their Flexible Industry Pathways.
Both students entered Electrical Industry Flexible Industry Pathways at the beginning of Year 11 undertaking the Certificate II in Electrotechnology Career Start with PEER. With this grounding the students pursued potential employers and now have the next step in their SACE and the first step in their career lined up.
As school-based apprentices, students balance paid employment, trade school and subjects to achieve their SACE and get a head start in their careers. Students can begin a Flexible Industry Pathway as part of their senior school studies in defined industry areas.
Further information on Flexible Industry Pathways can be found on the ABHS and Student Pathways websites.
Benjamin Dening
Futures Ready Student Pathways Leader
Orienteering Championships
Congratulations to Finn J (Yr 11) who represented SA in the National Schools Orienteering Championships between 23 September and 2 October, in Victoria.
Despite being unable to compete in the Schools event due to illness, he performed very well over the three National level events prior to the Schools competition. Well done, Finn!
Sports Results
Year 7/8/9 Knockout Badminton
On Wednesday 19 October, Adelaide Botanic competed against St George College and Glenunga International College in Year 7, 8 and 9 knockout badminton. The students demonstrated a great level of sportsmanship and persistence but unfortunately did not come away with any wins.
Ashley Whan
Lifestyle Choices Teacher
Year 7/8/9 Knockout Baseball
On Wednesday 19 October a group of Year 7-9 students travelled to Diamond Sports SA to compete in the Statewide Schools Competition for baseball. In the face of tough competition, the boys put up a valiant effort against both Golden Grove and Marryatville.
The following players demonstrated incredible ABHS values during the day through their relentless effort, participation, and positive behaviour: Thomas B, Lachlan G, Eddie G, Luca H, Angus L, Charlie L, Ben O, Henry P, James Q, Leo T, and Mason W.
Peter Bouzalas
Lifestyle Choices Teacher
Uniform Fittings
Uniform fittings can now be booked online with Campus School & College Wear
At this busy time of year Campus School & College Wear invites parents to make an appointment to ensure they can provide you with a personalised and efficient fitting service. From 1 November, walk ins to the store will not be accepted.
Your child’s uniform will be available for immediate purchase.
Online ordering is also available with a $9.00 delivery fee to your home.
Visit the online store here.
To book a fitting appointment:
- Click on the booking link
- Select a date on the calendar (blue dot appears on date selected)
- Complete booking details by filling in the required field information. Please enter one appointment per student.
- Click “Book Appointment”
- You should receive an email confirmation after making the appointment booking (please check your junk mail if you did not receive it). Please record the details of your appointment.
Campus School & College Wear’s experienced staff fit for growing room. However, if for any reason your child grows significantly over the holiday period, they will happily exchange any uniform items provided they are in their original condition, with tags, and have not been washed or worn.
Methods of payment available are Cash, EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard and Amex.
Campus School & College Wear
Shop 3/54-56 Grange Road, Welland
Normal trading hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5.30pm and third Saturday of the month, 9am-noon.
November, December and January by Appointment only, with extra Saturdays.
Notices
Positions Vacant: Fresh+ Queen Elizabeth Hospital Café – Woodville
Job Types: After school casual & school holidays
WHSmith Food operates many hospital cafés across NSW, QLD and SA, providing food, beverages, and convenience retail to hospital staff and the public. They are looking for hospitality minded individuals to work at their Queen Elizabeth Hospital café.
The role:
- Serve all customers in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner.
- Handle all monies and payments according to procedure and guidelines.
- Keep all work areas (interior and exterior) clean and tidy always and maintain clean equipment in accordance with WHSmith Food procedures.
- Prepare and store products in accordance with procedures.
- Maintain impeccable personal grooming and hygiene always.
- Actively work as part of the WHSmith and Hospital team, demonstrating teamwork and a commitment to quality service and positive representation of the Fresh+ brand.
- Comply with all workplace health and safety processes, guidelines, and best practice.
- Award wages
There are NO late or overnight shifts, trading hours are 6am–7pm, seven days a week. Great for after school or weekend shifts.
The candidate:
- Bright, friendly & happy
- Basic food environment experience (fast food) ideal but not required.
- Willing to learn
- Energetic with a focus on customers, sales and service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility with work hours
Please note that under the Public Health Order (Emergency Management (Healthcare Setting Workers Vaccination) (COVID-19) Direction 2021) all workers entering SA Health facilities will be required to have received their COVID-19 booster dose in order to attend the workplace, within one month of becoming eligible.
Please drop off your resume to Sandra or Maria at the Fresh+ Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.