Unity College | Murray Bridge

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PERIODS, PAIN AND ENDOMETRIOSIS PROGRAM (PPEP) WORKSHOP

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Unity’s Year 9 girls valued the dynamic workshop by enthusiastic presenters from the Pelvic Pain Foundation. The Periods, Pain and Endometriosis Program (PPEP) workshop engaged students about how to identify abnormal menstrual symptoms, equipped them with straightforward ways to manage pain and educated them about how to find out more about endometriosis. Hearing from experts in the field meant 96% of students said they were given the tools to use if they get period pain, including fun stretches. We’re thankful that our students found the workshop “very informative and helpful for the future.” What more could we hope for!

Next Steps is a FREE online session on the Wednesday 29 March, 7:30-9pm. It is for students who have identified a more complex pain concern or would like their caregivers to understand more. Students attend with a caregiver, and there is a chance to ask questions of our Gynaecologist and Pain Specialist, Associate Professor Susan Evans.

FREE registration via https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/652786

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After a rigorous authorisation process, Unity College Junior School is excited to have achieved official authorisation as an IB World School, receiving 7 commendations for outstanding educational standards and practices during the authorisation visit late last year. Commendations included teacher collaboration, school resources and learning support practices.

The Primary Years Program (PYP) developed by the International Baccaluareate Organisation (IBO) is designed for students between the ages of three and twelve years. It is an international, transdisciplinary programme, designed to foster the development of the whole child.

Mission Statement of the IB

The International Baccalaureate organisation aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

To this end the IB works with schools, governments and international organisations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

The PYP combines best research and practice from a range of national systems, with a wealth of knowledge and experience from international schools, to create a relevant, significant, challenging and engaging framework for all children.

You may also wish to visit the IB PYP website to learn more: https://www.ibo.org/

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ALINTA UNIFORM SHOP NOTICES

SHOP CLOSURE
Please note that the Uniform Shop will be CLOSED on Monday 27 February due to circumstances out of our control. We apologise for any inconvenience and we will return to normal hours on Tuesday 28 February.

WELCOME
We welcome Annie Broxholme as a new Assistant in the Uniform Shop.

SOCK AVAILABLE
We still have some UNI Logo Sport Socks available in sizes 9-12, 13-3 and 14-17 in single packs for $5.

 

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Families are always welcome to join us online for Devotions and Assemblies. We love connecting with our families and hope you take the opportunity to feel a part of what is happening at Unity College in 2023.

**These links will be updated throughout the term.

Junior School Devotion (Mondays)
Middle School Devotion (Tuesdays)
Senior School Devotion (Wednesdays)
Junior School Assembly (Fridays)
Middle/Senior School Assembly 
Special Events

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PIPER WEGENER (YEAR 12)

Congratulations to Piper Wegener who was a recipient of the 2023 Mannum Lions Youth Achievement Award on Australia Day this year.

MILES RIGNEY (YEAR 10)

We congratulate Miles Rigney on being selected SAASTA Basketball Academy.  The SAASTA specialist academies are open to Aboriginal students in years 10, 11 and 12. Miles will attend the academy one day a week for the duration of the year where he will get the chance to focus on his chosen sport of basketball as well as develop skills and understanding of leadership, culture, being a role model and career aspirations. Miles will be gaining SACE credits for the work that he is doing in this program. Well done Miles on this achievement.

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2023 School Photos will be held in Week 3 on:

  • Tuesday 14 February: Middle/Senior School (6-12) inc. MS/SS Family Photos
  • Wednesday 15 February: Junior School (R-5) including JS and JS/MS/SS Family Photos
Ordering

For the first time all ordering will be done online direct with MSP. This means there will not be any envelopes being sent home/coming back to school. All families will receive an email direct from MSP with details on how to order. If families are wishing to pay cash, please visit the SSO.

Uniform

Uniform requirements for Class/Individual Photos are outlined below:

  • Senior School Boys (10-12): Blazer, Navy Trousers, Shirt, Tie, Black Lace Up Shoes, Navy Socks
  • Senior School Girls(10-12): Blazer, Summer Dress, Black Lace Up Shoes, White Ankle Socks
  • Middle/Junior Boys (1-9): Shirt, Shorts, Black Lace Up Shoes, Navy Socks
  • Middle/Junior Girls (1-9): Summer Dress, Black Lace Up Shoes, White Ankle Socks
  • Reception (Boys and Girls): Sports Uniform (no jumper required)

Special Notes:

  • Maroon and Soft Shell Jackets ARE NOT required for photos
  • Hair MUST be tied back off the face if the length is touching the collar (Male and Female)
  • Hair Accessories are to be school colours

Senior School (10-12) Uniform Notes:

  • Year 10-12 students are required to wear a BLAZER for their class and individual photo. If they do not have one please arrange to borrow one (where possible). Some spares will be available but not enough for a whole class.
  • Year 10-12 Boys are to wear LONG PANTS and TIE with their BLAZER.

The full Student Uniform Guide can be viewed here.

Family Photos

Family Photos are scheduled to be held:

  • Middle/Senior School Families:  Tuesday 14/2v on MS/SS
  • Junior School Families: Wednesday 15/2 on JS
  • Junior/Middle/Senior School Families: Wednesday 15/2 on JS (MS/SS students involved will informed via student notices with directions).

Formal Summer Uniform is to be worn for Family Photos.

Catch-Up Day

A Catch-Up Photo Day is scheduled for Tuesday 21 February. These will be for individual photos only.

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It can sometimes be overwhelming as the new school year begins. Supporting your child’s wellbeing and emotional health will help them to develop healthy ways of managing stress.

The 5-4-3-2-1 exercise is a great technique the whole family can use. Here’s how:

Take a deep belly breath to begin, and notice the following things:

  1. Five things you can see.
  2. Four things that you can feel
  3. Three things you can hear
  4. Two things you can smell
  5. One thing you can taste

Take another deep belly breath to end.

Here is a short video to help https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30VMIEmA114.

Wishing you Wellbeing
Leanne Camilleri
Wellbeing Coordinator
lcamilleri@unitycollege.sa.edu.au 

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School Photos will be held on Tuesday 14 (MS/SS) and Wednesday 15 (JS) February (Week 3 Term 1). Family Photos will take place on the Wednesday. ALL orders will now be made online and families will receive an email from MSP directly within the next week with instructions and links. Further information (including uniform requirements) to come.

Information from MSP Photography…

This year we will be moving to online ordering, where parents are now able to select their preferred package online – making it much easier for our parent community.

The range of options available to you online has also increased. As well as the option to download a Low Resolution image for a smart-phone, parents will now have the option to purchase a High Resolution Digital Download of their child.

An added incentive for our families is that MSP now offers a 10% discount for all orders above $90.00 a family. To receive this discount online your orders must be placed in one transaction.

Please keep and eye out in your emails for further information.

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Merry Christmas

We hope that you have a wonderful Christmas and holiday break.

We know that this time of year can also be very challenging for many individuals and their families. Remember there are supports available and we encourage you to contact them if you are finding the Christmas break tough.

Mrs McArdle will be on leave in 2023 and Mrs Herrmann will be in the Counselling role next year.

Mrs Herrmann and Mr Yeager will be available when school returns in 2023. Students are welcome to send a Daymap message to them if they would like to catch up for a chat in Week 1 of 2023.

Wishing you a safe holiday.

Owl Drive, Murray Bridge
PO Box 5141, Murray Bridge South
South Australia, 5253

t: 08 8532 0100
e: studentsfirst@unitycollege.sa.edu.au
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