2012 Defence Technical Scholarship
 Congratulations must go to Joshua McLaughlin, Matthew Tassell, Jackson Paul, Patrick Maffey, Charlotte Weatherall and William Tom from Year 12 Engineering Studies, who were successful in winning a Defence Technical Scholarship in 2012. The students will soon receive cheques for $3000.00 to assist in their studies. This year the Department of Defence received 2,302 DTS applications from 677 different schools. 1,449 scholarships were awarded to students from 540 schools across Australia. This is the most successful year that Maitland Grossmann High School has had for Defence Technical Scholarships. Students in Year 11 and 10 are encouraged to apply next year if they are interested in technical trades or engineering.
Teacher's Efforts Rewarded
 Lee Osborne has received the ultimate accolade for her commitment to fostering the development of young people. TheMGHS careers adviser was one of 16 across Australia to be awarded a Industry Scholarship through a federal government program for her foresight in conducting research with the district’s employers to confirm what they look for when hiring young people. She applied for the scholarship with a vision to create a report on her findings to distribute to the city’s career advisers to ensure students received relevant information.She has also decided to make a student version of the results to expand their understanding of what employers require. Ms Osborne is gathering information for the report from employers in various industries including finance, retail and aged care. Youth Express has acted as her host organisation and she has also partnered with Gascoigne Consulting and Marciano Industries.
Ms Osborne said those employers she had visited so far had been keen to share their knowledge. Ms Osborne must complete her project by October.
“Careers for M.E”
 It’s all about ‘ME’ was the theme for this year’s Careers evening at Maitland Grossmann High School. This major annual event has been integrated into the schools broader commitment to the ‘ME’ program. The ‘ME’ program focusses on careers in advanced manufacturing, engineering and technical trades. Approximately 140 students and parents were involved in the evening which was well received, based on the very positive feedback from the attendees. The school was able to secure the services from ABC radio’s Garth Russell as host and compare for the evening and he provided a touch of class and a high level of entertainment for those in attendance. Garth interviewed Trini Cifrian (Civil/Structural Engineering), Michael Holt (Geotechnical Engineer), Mathew Moriss (Production Manager Westrack) and John O’Neill (Apprentice Master Sandvik). Three of the interviewees were former students of Maitland Grossmann High school and they were able to provide unique perspectives on work, education and life. Representatives from Youth Express, Careers Information Centre, TAFE, MIGAS, Hunter V-Tec, Defence Force Recruiting, Young Engineers and Newcastle University were on hand to discuss career options with the students. Thanks must go to our tireless careers adviser Lee Osborne for all her work in organising this very successful event. The organisers also wish to thank Garth Russell and ABC radio for their ongoing commitment to the school, and the guests and support personnel who gave up their time to support our students.
Zeroing in on bullies
 Bullying is often an issue swept under the rug, but one Maitland school is tackling the matter head-on and winning.Maitland Grossmann High School has developed a bullying plan that curbs inappropriate behaviour and provides strong support and procedures for students being bullied.Jenni Sellers-Fogarty and Lyne Matthews, who are part of the school’s welfare team, developed the plan after conducting surveys with year 7 to 10 students, parents and staff last year.
The survey found bullying by male students was significantly more common than bullying by female students.
Only 14 per cent of students who were bullied reported the incident to school staff, 23 per cent told their parents, and 29 per cent of students who raised the alarm helped the student being bullied.
The survey revealed students did not intervene in bullying incidents because they did not know bullying was bad or did not know what to do.
The plan has reduced the number of bullying cases in the school and given students strict policy guidelines.
“It has made the way we manage bullying very clear,” Ms Matthews said. “We’ve had very nice emails from parents about the new policy, and when you talk to the kids they say things are improving.”
Ms Matthews said the policy relied on students who were being bullied to come forward or a bystander or parent alerting the school to the problem so the procedure could be started.
“It’s something we need to continue to look at and make sure it is working,” she said.
Ms Matthews said a significant part of the policy addressed cyber bullying.
“It allows kids who would not bully face-to-face to have a go at someone behind a computer or a mobile phone,” she said.
“We think kids who use technology to bully probably bully face-to-face.”
Students pitch in for our Diggers
 Maitland Grossmann High School students James Hannah and Zac Baylis have summoned the help of their peers in the Good Deeds for Our Diggers campaign.The year 9 Student Representative Council students initiated the campaign to provide Australian troops and their explosive detection dogs serving overseas with care packages for Anzac Day.Students wrote letters to the troops and brought in a variety of items for the packages, which were boxed up and posted last week.
The packages will be distributed in the Middle East, Afghanistan, East Timor and the Solomon Islands free of charge, thanks to the federal government’s agreement with Australia Post.
“The troops put a lot of effort into protecting our country so this is the least we can do for them to show them that we care and appreciate what they do,” James said.
Zac said the students’ enthusiasm to donate showed the respect they have for the troops. “All of the students got behind the cause and the year 7 students were particularly generous,” he said.
Items that can be included in the packages for the troops include toiletries, magazines, books and biscuits.
The detection dogs can receive dog biscuits, tennis balls and treats.
Anyone who would like to send a care package can find out more information at www.bobbaldwin.com.au
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Yr 7 Handball Competition in Quad
Date: 9 May 2012 13:30 to 20 May 2012 14:15
Year 12 Extension 1 English Study Day
Date: 20 May 2012 10:00 to 15:00
Summary: Year 12 Extension 1 English Study Day
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Preliminary Biology Assessment Task 2, 11B101
Date: 21 May 2012
Summary: In Class Practical, period 2&3, B009 (Mercer/Belpin)
Starstruck Dancers Rehearsal
Date: 21 May 2012 08:00 to 05:00
Summary: Starstruck Dancers Rehearsal
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CHS Girls Soccer State Carnival
Date: 22 May 2012 09:00 to 24 May 2012 15:00
Summary: CHS Girls Soccer State Carnival
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"Once Upon a Time" Drama Performance
Date: 22 May 2012 10:00 to 11:00
Summary: "Once Upon a Time" Drama Performance
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Biggest Morning Tea
Date: 22 May 2012 10:30 to 11:30
Summary: Biggest morning tea
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CANTEEN
Date: 23 May 2012
Summary: RED DAY (L Ellicott)
Defence Force Recruiting Careers Talk
Date: 23 May 2012 10:30 to 11:15
Summary: Library (L Osborne)
Work Studies HSC Course 2012
Date: 24 May 2012
Summary: Work Studies HSC Course 2012
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Life Drawing Classes
Date: 24 May 2012
Summary: Parry Street Community Art Centre -Year 11 -All day (R Fletcher)
Modern History Seminars/Lectures
Date: 24 May 2012 06:00 to 18:00
Summary: Modern History Seminars/Lectures
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Starstruck Dancers Rehearsal
Date: 24 May 2012 08:00 to 17:00
Summary: Starstruck Dancers Rehearsal
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HSC Seminar - Singleton High School
Date: 25 May 2012 08:00 to 18:00
Summary: HSC Seminar - Singleton High School
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Plan-It Youth
Date: 25 May 2012 09:45 to 11:10
Summary: Hall (J Sellers-Fogarty)
Year 9 SPLO Cyber Safety & Law
Date: 28 May 2012 09:00 to 14:30
Summary: Year 9 SPLO Cyber Safety & Law
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Year 9,10 Commerce Excursion to Canberra
Date: 29 May 2012 07:30 to 31 May 2012 00:00
Summary: Parliament House, Electoral Office, Questacon, etc (D Loxley)
Zone Athletics
Date: 30 May 2012
Summary: (J Turner)
HSC English Advanced Assessment Tasks
Date: 30 May 2012
Summary: Module B (L Guider)
HSC English Standard Assessment Tasks
Date: 30 May 2012
Summary: Module B (L Guider)
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Position Vacant - Casual Canteen Bookkeeper
 Maitland Grossmann High School Canteen is operated by the P&C Association and is seeking applications for the position of Casual Canteen Bookkeeper.
The Canteen operates 5 days per week during school terms and is staffed by a supervisor, assistant and volunteers. The Canteen Bookkeeper’s role is vital in ensuring that the financial systems of the Canteen and statutory obligations to employed staff are maintained, monitoredand updated.
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Defence University Scholarship
Get sponsored to study and gain a rewarding career. The Defence University Sponsorship is the perfect way to make university life more manageable and provides you with the opportunity to make a difference with your Engineering or Health degree. The sponsorship is available to undergraduate or graduate students studying an accredited degree at any recognised university in Australia.
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Hunter Valley Career Expo
On Thursday 17 May the annual Hunter Valley Career Expo will be held at Maitland Federation Centre. Students in Years 10-12 have the opportunity to access course and career information from over 100 exhibitors and are encouraged to take this opportunity to seek relevant and current career advice.The Expo has been coordinated by Careers Advisers from local schools.
L. Osborne
Careers Adviser
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People For The Future Website
 The Chamber of Minerals and Energy has just launched a new careers portal relating to engineering and manufacturing: It is a fantastic website and well worth checking out.
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2011 Annual School Report
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Maitland Grossmann High School - Mathematics Competitions 2012
This year we will be offering students the opportunity to enter either or both of the competitions listed below.
1.Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)
This competition contains 25 multiple-choice problems and 5 questions requiring a number answer. The time allowed is 75 minutes. It is run by the Australian Mathematics Trust (University of Canberra).
2.ICAS Mathematics
This competition contains 35 multiple-choice questions and 5 free response questions. The time allowed is 1 hour. It is run by the University of New South Wales. more >>
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Budding young artist Nathan Lanagan in front of his artwork which is now on display in the front office.
Assessment Booklets 10, 11 & 12
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During last term Yr 11 Information Technology students, Shane Humbles and Luke Smith, have been working on the Living Library project. They have interviewed several people who have had a connection with the school, recording their memories. Click here to view their work.
Financial Supporters of MGHS
If you take out a loan at the Westpac Bank in Greenhills and mention Maitland Grossmann High School, the school will receive a monetary contribution from the bank.
Become a Club Fit member at the Athletes Foot at Greenhills or Charlestown and receive a 10% discount on each purchase. If you mention the school it will also receive a monetary contribution from the Athletes Foot.
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