Newsletter 11.11.2024

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

This week we say farewell to our Year 12 students.  After thirteen years of learning, assessment, school uniforms and bells our year 12 graduates will walk out the school gate for the last time.  It is a testament to the grit, determination and tenacity of our students that they have stayed the distance and graduated as the seniors of 2024. 

To celebrate this important milestone, we have some very special events this week.  Firstly, on Tuesday evening the year 12 students will create lifelong memories at their formal and then after the formal a group of young people will join teacher supervisors on the annual mystery tour. Friday morning is graduation.  This will be a truly outstanding event as we celebrate and farewell the class of 2024. 

Thank you, year 12 for all your hard work and ongoing effort and I wish you happiness and success with your chosen pathway.  Thank you also to our parents, caregivers and teachers who have supported our graduates achieve this important milestone.

Linda Peterson,
Principal

ISHS SCHOOL EVENTS FOR TERM 4 2024

** please note the dates are subject to change**

ISHS REMINDER

A reminder that for the safety of our students and staff, there are no before and after school drop-offs or pick-ups permitted within the school grounds, via the Hunter Street entrance or the back gate, unless there is an approved exemption in place.

Students can be dropped off or picked up in the designated drop off zones in front of the school on either Hunter Street or Vogel Road. Parents visiting the school for an appointment are able to park in the designated visitor parking spots near the administration building.

Please DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH THE CARPARK to drop students off in front of the office. Security will be in attendance.

We thank you for your assistance with this.

ENROLMENTS ARE NOW OPEN

CANTEEN NEWS - QKR CANTEEN ORDERS NO LONGER AVAILABLE THURSDAY AND FRIDAYS

Following on from a review meeting with the Canteen and Executive Staff we have decided to trial for the last five weeks a reduced menu.

As part of the trial we are removing QKR ordering on Thursday and Friday from our QKR App.

There will still be food items available at school for all students to purchase direct from the Canteen.

The Canteen aim remains the same - to provide a selection of meal options for our students at both breaks across the day.

QKR ordering will still continue on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

YEAR 10 STUDENTS FOR 2025 BYOX DEVICE

In 2025, all Year 10 students will be required to bring a BYOx device to school every day, fully charged. Attached are the minimum specifications required for these devices. All Year 11 and 12 students will also be required to continue to bring their BYOx device to school every day.

If you have any questions, please be in contact with Mrs Worthington (current year 9 students) Mrs Wellings (current Year 10 students) or Mr Moore (current year 11 students) – information can also be found on our website at https://ipswichshs.eq.edu.au/curric.../bring-your-own-device

ASSIGNED ISHS DEVICES

As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to remind all families of the importance of proper care for the year 7 – 9 school-assigned devices.

The following information outlines key responsibilities for students in Year and details of the parent-student agreement regarding the use of school laptops and chargers.

Device and Charger Care

It’s essential that students take good care of their school-issued laptops and chargers throughout the year. To ensure that the devices remain in working condition:

• Handle the laptop with care: Always use the laptop on a flat, stable surface. Avoid eating or drinking near the device.
• Keep the charger in good condition: Ensure the charger is not kinked, twisted, or bent, and keep it away from heat sources.
• Protective cases: Students are asked to use the provided protective cases to prevent damage from accidental drops or impacts.
• Keep the device clean: Wipe the screen and keyboard gently with a microfiber cloth to maintain good working condition.
• Only use the school issued charger

Inspection for Damage

We ask that students and parents take the time to inspect the laptops for any damage and report this to our IT department as soon as it is identified. This might include

• Cracks or dents in the body of the laptop.
• Screen damage such as cracks or discoloration.
• Issues with charging ports or power cables.
• Swollen batteries

Minor wear and tear is expected, but we do ask that major damage be reported as agreed in the parent and student signed on enrolment.

Parent-Student Agreement

When receiving the school laptop, parents and students sign an agreement outlining the terms of use, care, and responsibility for the device. This agreement emphasizes:

• Proper care: Keeping the laptop and charger in safe conditions and ensuring regular maintenance.
• Return conditions: Devices must be returned by the specified date (Friday, Week 9), along with all components—laptop, charger, and protective case.
• Financial responsibility: If the device or components are lost, stolen, or severely damaged, parents may be responsible for the cost of repair or replacement.

Please refer to the signed agreement for further details on your responsibilities.

If you have any questions or need clarification, don’t hesitate to reach out to the school IT department.

YEAR 9 LAPTOPS

Dear Year 9 Students and Families,

This is a friendly reminder that all Year 9 students are required to return their school-hired laptops to the library by Friday of Week 9, as the last possible date. If you are aware that your student will be away from school before this date – or their assessment is complete, please return their device as soon as possible

Please ensure that all components – the laptop, charger, and protective case – are returned in any condition. While we ask that students take good care of the devices, we understand that wear and tear is natural, and all returns will be accepted regardless of condition.

Your cooperation in returning these items on time is greatly appreciated, as it allows us to prepare for the upcoming year and manage resources efficiently.

If you have any questions or concerns about the return process, please feel free to contact the IT staff or Mrs Worthington – Deputy Principal

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter!

Q PARENTS

Want to approve those excursion consents by a clicking yes on your phone?  Want to see how much money is sitting on your student’s finance account?  Register for QParents today.  If you need your invitation code resent email Qparents@ipswichshs.eq.edu.au with your student’s name and we will reissue your code.

ALC END OF YEAR CELEBRATIONS

Students from The ALC have spent an incredible day at Hijinx Hotel & Holey Moley; celebrating the countless successes and accomplishments throughout the year. It’s been the perfect day together to end a fabulous year

ALC END OF YEAR CELEBRATIONS

DEAF MULTI-SPORTS DAY

Last Thursday Deaf Sports and Recreation held a Deaf Multi-Sports Day at Hibsicus Sports Complex in Mt Gravatt.  Our Yr 8 student Ronald participated in three different workshops involving futsal, basketball and netball with around 30 other deaf students from across the metro region.  It was a fantastic day of learning sporting skills while catching up with other Deaf students.

Picture caption: Nik Schlie from DSRQ, Ronald and Ms Sterling had a fabulous day at Deaf Multi-Sports.

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOUNG FAMILIES CONNECT

Congratulations to Young Families Connect staff, students, their children and YFC supporters for receiving a Highly Commended recognition at the Mission Australia 2024 Child Friendly Excellence Awards!

It’s an incredible achievement, and it speaks volumes about the positive impact the YFC Program has on young families in the Ipswich community.

What an inspiring accomplishment!

These awards acknowledge and honour the exceptional contributions of outstanding work done in our community that supports children and their families in the Ipswich

ISHS DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS

Term four students in the Trade Training Program have been putting together their fruit bowls. Students have used Auto Desk Inventor to design their fins for the bowl and turned the stand and base on the wood lathe. 

YEAR 8 MODERN CHEF SMALL CAKE BAKE -OFF.

Mrs Gilroy’s Year 8 Modern Chef had their Small Cakes Bake Off as part of their assessment for this Semester. Students were very creative and worked well in their teams. Congratulations to the 1^st 2^nd and 3^rd place winners. Thankyou to the teacher judges who gave up their time to support our Modern Chef students.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL ISHS YEAR 12 STUDENTS

Congratulations to all of our Year 12 students on completing your exams! Everyone @ISH is extremely proud of the effort you've put in and your determination to do your best. We wish you well with your results.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AT BREAK TIME

Student wellbeing activities @ISH - Puzzles in the Library! Come along during breaks to join the fun!

NOMINATED JUNIOR SPORTS PERSON OF THE YEAR

On Wednesday the 6^th Novembver our very own Shalom Sauaso was nominated for Junior Sports Person of the Year at Ipswich Sports Awards.

While Shalom narrowly missed the overall award, it was another recognition of her outstanding year in sport.

Congratulations Shalom!

7/8 GIRLS RUGBY 7’s TEAM

Ipswich State High School would like to congratulate the Year 7/8 Girls Rugby 7s Team who won the Ipswich Super Cup last Tuesday. The girls were dominant throughout the 3 weeks of competition and won the grand final 14-0 against Bellbird. Congratulations Girls!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO MORE OF OUR RUGBY LEAGUE EXCELLENCE PROGRAM STUDENTS GETTING CONTRACTS

Congratulations to Ipswich State High School Opens Rugby League Excellence Program student Mafiou on signing with the @nqcowboys

Congratulations to Ipswich State High School Opens Rugby League Excellence Program student Xzavier who has signed with the @sydneyroosters

ISHS GIRLS RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM OF THE YEAR

2024 SENIORS CAN PURCHASE A USB OF THEIR FINIAL EVENTS THAT HAVE BEEN CAUGHT ON CAMERA

As the 2024 Senior class prepares for Graduation, students will have the opportunity to purchase digital copies of the three major events in the final week of school. The videos document the Formal evening, Mystery Tour and Graduation Ceremony and provide the student with another way of documenting their time at The Ipswich State High School. Formal & Mystery Tour USB $17ea and Graduation USB $17ea or both can be purchased for $30. Order yours on QKR today!

TUCKSHOP APPRECIATION DAY

On 30^th November it was Tuckshop Day we would like to acknowledge the amazing contribution of our tuckshop staff to the health and wellbeing of our students! Their dedication saw them take home runner up in this year's Queensland Association of School Tuckshops Recipe of the Year competition!

ISHS HOMESTAY

Ipswich SHS are excited to welcome back Josai Ikebukuro Junior High next year! 20 students will be staying with us for twelve nights in Term 1 during weeks 4 and 5. They will attend school every day, have English lessons and participate in fun lessons with their buddies.

If you are interested in hosting a student or two; and can provide a bed and three meals a day for a payment of $600 per student, please contact Angela Owen at aowen35@eq.edu.au

DAYMAP

At ISHS Daymap is a program that can be downloaded from your app store or be logged into via desk top computer. Daymap is used to mark each student’s daily attendance in class. Parents can input any absences for their students, and students can also see any upcoming assessments due.

Please see the following link to access the Daymap Connect Parent Guide:

https://ipswichshs.eq.edu.au/.../daymap%20connect%20...

If you require further assistance with logging in to the Daymap App, please contact the school administration on 3813 4488.

HOMEWORK CLUB

Tutoring is available at the Resource Centre on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

BANS ON MOBILE PHONE USE IN SCHOOL “AWAY FOR THE DAY”

Ipswich State High School has established an “Away for the Day” policy for mobile phones and other devices following decisions made by the Queensland Government, and supported by the Department of Education. 

For the purpose of this document, mobile phones and wearable devices include mobile phones, smartwatches, handheld devices and other emerging technologies which have the ability to connect to telecommunication networks or the internet.

This document does not apply to personal or school-owned devices, such as iPads, tablets or laptops, that are approved for educational use as part of the school’s Bring Your Own Device (BYOx) policy.

Overview

Queensland state schools are committed to reducing the distraction of mobile phones and wearable devices to provide optimal learning environments for all students.

‘Away for the Day’ aims to:

• provide optimal learning and teaching environments, free from the distractions caused by personal use of mobile phones and wearable devices
• support schools to create safe and supportive learning environments that prioritise student engagement and wellbeing
• encourage increased face-to-face social interactions between students
• promote the health and wellbeing of students by providing opportunities for social interaction and physical activity during break times, and
• reduce the potential for students to be exposed to the negative impacts of the digital world, resulting from unsafe or inappropriate use of technology, such as cyberbullying, distributing and/or accessing harmful content, or breaches of personal privacy.

Bringing mobile phones and wearable devices to school

Students are permitted to bring mobile phones and wearable devices to school to:

• support safe travel to and from school
• make contact with parents, friends and part-time employers outside of school

Storage and loss or damage to mobile phones or devices

• The school makes no provision for the storage of student mobile phones or other personal devices, except for the safe keeping of devices confiscated for a breach of this policy under the school’s Student Code of Conduct and in compliance with the Temporary removal of student property by school staff procedure.
• Students’ personal devices brought to school are at the risk of the student, save for matters to which the school’s Student Code of Conduct may apply, for example, the theft or wilful damage to a student’s device.
• In any circumstance, the school is not responsible for the replacement of the device, or compensation to the student or parent for any loss or damage to a device the student brings to school.

Exemptions

The Department of Education consulted with key stakeholder groups to develop a list of exemptions for instances where students may require access to, and use of a mobile phone or wearable device during the school day.

• Parents or carers may apply on behalf of the student for an exemption to the “away for the day” policy and the student must only use their mobile phone or wearable device for the intended, Principal approved, purpose.
• Principals will consider requests for exemption received from students or parents on a case-by-case basis. When considering an exemption request, the principal may seek additional information to support the need for the student to access their mobile phone or wearable device during the school day.

General exemption from “Away for the day” policy

It is acknowledged that the use of mobile phones and wearable devices can support the school’s teaching and learning programs by providing valuable learning experiences for students, as well as supporting day-to-day school operations.

At Ipswich State High School:

• Teachers may give permission for students to use their mobile phone or wearable device in the classroom, for a specific and agreed educational purpose after considering whether the same outcome can be achieved using student or school-owned devices approved for educational use as part of the school’s BYOx policy
• The Principal [or delegate] may on a case-by-case basis, determine to allow students access and use of mobile phones and wearable devices during school representative sports, camps or excursions at specified and supervised times (in accordance with the School excursions procedure).

Students are NOT permitted to, and there will be NO exemption granted to allow students,

• to connect their mobile phone to the school’s network, or
• to use their device to “hot spot” their school provided or BYOx device, ensuring students only use their mobile phone or wearable device for the intended and agreed purpose. (See the school’s Acceptable Use policy).

Supporting responsible use of mobile phones and other devices

The Ipswich State High School Student Code of Conduct details staff responsibilities to support students to understand and meet behavioural expectations of the school, and guidance on the application, where required, of disciplinary consequences.

The Student Code of Conduct explains the school’s approach where a student does not comply with, or breaches the “Away for the Day” policy.

Maintaining the “Away for the Day” policy

A whole-school approach consistent with the school’s Student Code of Conduct will be adopted to ensure the school:

• promotes the safe, respectful and positive use of mobile phones and other technology through delivery of the Australian Curriculum and specific programs focused on digital literacy.
• manages inappropriate online behaviours or reputation management incidents where the primary concern is the safety and wellbeing of the students and/or staff members involved.
• enforces consequences for breach of this policy which are outlined in the school’s Student Code of Conduct.
• ensures that the temporary removal of mobile phones and/or wearable devices from the student requires they are stored and retained in accordance with the department’s Temporary removal of student property by school staff procedure.
• Parents are reminded of how important it is to work together with the school so that.
• in cases of emergency, contact with their child (defined as a crisis, predicament, urgent situation), is via the school’s Student Services Office
• they should not interrupt the school day with unnecessary or non-emergent contacts. Matters of daily routine or messaging that can reasonably wait until the end of the school day should be left to that time of day.
• if a student becomes ill at school, or any other situation where a student may need to contact a parent or carer that Student Services remains the only point of contact for students in order to ensure the parent is reached quickly.

Mobile phones and wearable devices: A guide for students

• Mobile phones must be kept out of sight. Wearable devices must have notifications switched off from the moment the students enter the school grounds.
• In Class time and while around the school
• Mobile phones and other devices such as smart watches with Bluetooth or wireless connection capability must NOT be used
• “hotspot” to bypass the school’s network,
• play music or video other than that as directed by the teacher, or
• stream music to a wearable device such as in-ear headphones.

• Mobile phones and wearable devices may not be used for any purpose including the taking of videos or still photograph images, and must remain switched off and out of sight.

• Students are responsible for the safe keeping of their personal items including mobile phones and wearable devices.
• Where the student elects to keep the phone on them during the day, the device must be out of sight in a bag.
• During exams, all mobile phones are to be turned off and smart watch notifications turned off and silenced and remain in the student’s bag or handed to the supervising teacher.

Where a student does not follow this school policy

• Where the student is unable to produce an exemption card, a mobile phone or electronic device made visible or mis-used in class or in the playground may be confiscated and taken to Student Services where it will be logged and remain there until collected by the registered parent or carer.
• Alternatively, the student can be sent to Student Services to hand the device in and return with the lodgement receipt to show the teacher. The phone will remain there until collected by the registered parent or carer.
• Failing to comply with this reasonable instruction will result in disciplinary consequence under the school’s Student Code of Conduct

Legislation

• Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 (Qld)
• Education (General Provisions) Regulation 2017 (Qld)
• Human Rights Act Qld (2019)

FINANCE NEWS NOVEMBER 2024

2025 Specialist Subject Fees

Invoices will be sent shortly for the 2025 Specialist Subjects.  Please keep in mind per previous communications, that full payment is required for these fees by 15^th November 2024.  If payment is not received by this date, your child may be asked to choose a non fee paying subject for 2025.  It is also a requirement for your child to participate in a fee paying subject, that your Student Resource Scheme fees are up to date.  You still have time to set up a payment plan for any outstanding SRS fees and you can then make full payment for the subject fee by the due date. Please feel free to contact the finance team if you have any concerns.

If your child will be receiving a Dance or Rugby Scholarship for 2025, we will still invoice you for the specialist subject fee but you are not required to make payment. Unfortunately some of these scholarships may not be finalised prior to the required payment date.  Please contact the finance team in you have any concerns.

2025 SRS 1^st Instalment

The first instalment due date for the 2025 Student Resource Scheme is also due on the 15^th November.  It’s not too late to start a payment plan for school fees so just make contact with the team for more information.  Payment plans are primarily for school fees and don’t include excursions or uniform purchases.  As the 2025 subject fees are due in full by 15^th November 2024, a payment plan for these fees is no longer an option.

2025 Senior Jersey

The final date for students to return their 2025 senior jersey order form is Wednesday 20 November.  If your child isn’t eligible to order a jersey due to outstanding fees, please feel free to contact the finance team and we will do our best to find a solution.

2025 Specialist Subject Fees

Subject fees will be invoiced in term 4 but you are free to make payment at any time.  As you don’t have an invoice yet, your payment options will not include BPoint or QParents.  All 2025 specialist subject fees are due in full by 15 November 2024 and all school fees need to be up to date or you are on an active payment plan.

Finance Payment Options

• BPoint:  Use the link on your invoice
• QParents: Choose the invoice/s, enter your card details
• QKR:  Download the app on your mobile device
• Direct Deposit:  BSB 064-460  Account 10021215
• In Person:00am-8.50am Tuesdays and Thursdays

Excursion Permissions and Payments: Finance window is open Monday-Friday 8.00am-8.50am

ISHS – SCHOOL BUS SERVICES REMINDERS

A reminder for all students who catch a school bus to and from school:
- All students who catch the school bus service need to have a valid pass
- No food or drink is to be consumed on buses
- Conduct should be respectful and responsible towards the driver and all other students who catch the bus at all times

FACILITY HIRE AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITY USE

Sharing our Facilities with our Community

The Ipswich SHS has a number of facilities available for hire for Community Use, either regular weekly use or one-off events.

Our facilities include a hall, ovals, performance and dance spaces, pool, meeting rooms and general classroom space.

We have disabled access to most areas and external lighting and parking for afterhours events.

Coming into swim season, we are seeking Learn to swim, Aqua aerobics or squad swim hirers to use our Solar Heated school pool. Please email us with your hire proposal.

Please contact facilities_hire@ipswichshs.eq.edu.au if you have any queries.

ITEMS FOR TENDER

Tender Process:

The listed items are being made available for sale by Ipswich State High School via a tender process. Tenders must be submitted on the attached tender document.

Timeline:

Tenders will open Monday 4 November 2024  and be accepted until 3.00pm Friday 22^nd November, 2024.

Persons submitting the successful tender will be notified on Monday 25^th November 2024.

Payment: EFTPOS, QKR app or Direct Bank Deposit and must be made before machinery can be collected

Collection: Collection to be made by Friday 29^th November, 2024

Delivery charges/ transport charges / collection are the responsibility of the purchaser.

Tenders must be submitted to: ‐

Business Manager

Ipswich State High School

1 Hunter St, Brassall

Jshar147@ipswichshs.eq.edu.au

Condition and Inspection of Goods:

Goods are offered on an “as is” basis only. Goods can be inspected by arrangement with Head of Department – Kim Teale at kteale@ipswichshs.eq.edu.au or Paul Coles from Monday  04/11/2024.

Removal:

The successful tenderer will need to arrange the dismantling and/or removal of equipment at their own cost. 

After the Sale:

No warranty or backup service is available, either implied or stated. Ipswich SHS cannot provide any support either by way of parts or expertise after items have been removed from the School.

Conditions:

The Department of Education reserves the right not to accept a tender, and may set a reserve price.

Whilst all care has been taken, the Department of Education disclaims all liability for loss or damage to person or property arising from the removal of the items for tender.

Tender Items