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Lockyer District High School

Locality: Gatton, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 5466 2333

Address: 100 William Street 4343 Gatton, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.lockyerdistrictshs.eq.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Congratulations once again to our Year 12 Graduates! Our final celebration with this cohort is our COVID-safe Formal, tomorrow night at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre. Students have received (via email) their arrival times and the entry points for their 2x nominated guests - please see the attached map for details on which entry point is where. As a reminder to the general public - unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions, we are unable to host the general public as spectators for the arrivals this year. Only invited guests will be able to attend, for their designated time slot and in their designated viewing area. We appreciate the ongoing support of our community in respecting the COVID restrictions and requirements.

25.01.2022 Our Year 9 Visual Arts students recently completed their responses to their ‘Pop Art’ Unit, where they created three dimensional up-scaled realistic paper-mache replicas of popular and easily recognisable everyday consumer items. The results are fantastic! Well done Year 9!

24.01.2022 The annual U14 Boys Rugby League tour concluded this week, with the players gaining valuable experiences throughout the three days. Day 1. An early start to the day with the students making their way to the BLK Gold Coast Performance Centre at Runaway Bay. After an induction and unpacking their belongings, the team had a quick training session followed by lunch. The team then made their way to Marymount College for their first game. ... After a high scoring game, the team managed to record a first up win. That night the team reviewed their game and discussed how they could improve for their next game. Result LDHS: 36 (Nash M 3, Chris 2, Ryde T 2, Baden M, Regan Jackson tries) Marymount: 20 Best Forward: Nash M Best Back: Robbie J Man of the Match: Chris M Day 2. An action packed Day 2 saw the team enjoy some stand up paddle boarding before making their way to Palm Beach Currumbin State High for their second game. After another tough game, the team managed a second win on the tour. The team then enjoyed a BBQ with the opposition before enjoying a beach swim. That night the team again reviewed their game and discussed preparations for the 2021 season. Result LDHS: 24 (Chris M 2, Nash M 2, Steven B, Brody G tries) PBC: 16 Best Forward: Jaymen S Best Back: Baden M Man of the Match: Cooper S Player of the Tour: Chris M and Nash M Day 3. After breakfast, the team packed up and headed to the Brisbane Broncos training facility in Red Hill. The team toured the Broncos training facilities and enjoyed lunch at the Broncos Leagues club. All members of the tour are to be commended on their effort on the field and behaviour off the field.

24.01.2022 We are half way through the Year 12 External Exams, and Formal is just around the corner! As with so much this year, COVID restrictions are having an impact on our traditional event, meaning some important changes for our community to be aware of: - Crowd size restrictions mean that we can only accommodate 2x invited spectators for each Year 12 student to see the arrivals - Invited spectators will be in 15minute viewing windows, able to stay and watch all students arriving ...in that window - To ensure that invited spectators are able to see their students arrive, it is vital that the general public are not taking spaces assigned to invited spectators - Unfortunately, this means that the general public are not able to gather and watch the arrivals this year We really appreciate the support and understanding of our community as we continue to work with Year 12s and celebrate their achievements as best we can in this strangest of years.

24.01.2022 Today marks the final day of external exams for our Year 12s, and therefore the end of academic commitments! Congratulations to our Year 12 cohort on their achievements throughout this most disrupted of years. We look forward to celebrating these achievements with our Year 12s and their guests (2x per student due to COVID restrictions) on Thursday at our Graduation Ceremony in the MPS. Invited guests should arrive via the Jensen St entrance from 8:30am, for a 9:00am start. Year 12 Graduands should be in the Hall, in full formal uniform, by 8:30am please.

22.01.2022 Final payments for the Year 10 camp to Maroon Outdoor Education Centre are due Friday 23rd April. Camp is in Week 4 of next term - 10th-14th May. One space has just become available - if you are interested, please contact Mr Tessier for further details, [email protected].

22.01.2022 Year 9 and 10 Parents - please see below an opportunity being run online by QUT (Queensland University of Technology) next Wednesday (28th April).

22.01.2022 We now cross (kinda-)live to the #AthleticsCarnival for a #belongbelieveachieve update!

21.01.2022 SPARQ-ed Research Immersion Expressions of Interest are closing soon! This amazing opportunity - open to chemistry and biology science students in Years 10, 11, and 12 - could enable you to work alongside a dynamic group of scientists and like-minded peers on pressing biomedical problems facing society. During the five day program, you will: * Gain hands-on experience in state of the art medical research laboratories * Attend cutting-edge biomedical research seminars... * Learn valuable research and analysis skills * Showcase your findings in a research forum Working in a team on a real biomedical research project, you will use the latest technology to examine, test and analyse your results, then discuss your findings with world renowned university researchers based at the Translational Research Institute. To learn more, please see Mrs Vernon in C Block staffroom, or check out: https://lionsmedicalresearchfoundation.org.au/sparq-ed

19.01.2022 Every year at our Graduation ceremonies, we award two special awards that shine a spotlight on two Year 12 students with exceptional qualities. The first - the Phoenix - is awarded by the Principal to a student who has recreated themselves into a better version of themselves in their time at Lockyer. One of the many Lockyer success stories, recognising students who have "turned it around" to leave us with success and opportunities under their belt. The second - the Justin Cam...eron Memorial - is awarded by each Year 12 cohort to one of their own; a student who exemplifies the inspirational qualities, strength of character, and spirit, of former Lockyer student Justin Cameron who sadly passed away with cancer only weeks after graduating Year 12. At our 2020 Graduation ceremony this morning, it was wonderful to recognise the winners of these two awards - Chevez Hughes (Phoenix) and Elijah Jackson (Justin Cameron) - and their outstanding contributions to our school. We wish them both - and all of our graduating cohort - the very best for what comes next.

18.01.2022 The two Year 10 Visual Art classes have finished their clay work this term. Here are some of the heads created by 10B Art.

18.01.2022 Today we honoured our fallen diggers and those who continue to serve our nation at the LDHS annual ANZAC commemoration service. We were joined by ex-student and currently serving member of the Royal Australian Air Force, Flight Sergeant Jason McLaren of Amberley Airforce Base, who addressed the school with a thought-provoking speech. Members of the local cadets also presented wreaths and flew the Australian flag. For further opportunities to honour the fallen, Lockyer studen...ts and families, staff and member of the community are invited to participate in the ANZAC Day services on Sunday 25th April. Meet Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan outside the Council Office in North St, Gatton at 10:00am for a 10:30am march. Student are required to wear full formal uniform if they wish to march. https://lockyerdistrictshs.eq.edu.au//Pages/ANZAC-2021.aspx

17.01.2022 ...and the winner is... CUNNINGHAM! Congratulations to all who took part today and made it such a success. A special shoutout to Mrs Smith for her convening of the carnival! Happy holidays everyone! See you in Term 4!

17.01.2022 Congratulations to our latest Darling Downs School Sport representatives! DD 14-15 girls League Mia Davies Emily Ward... 16-19 Football Chloe Clarke

17.01.2022 A massive congratulations to our talented Lockyer Arts Department students who were successful in becoming part of the Creative Generation - State Schools Onstage 2021 team! Featured Dancers - Kastell Smith and Katelyn Stapleton Drama Ensemble - Emma Wilkins Senior Massed Dancers - Tayla Maguire, Ella Naumann, Halle Randall, Emma Wilkins... They auditioned, along with thousands of other Queensland state school students, and were chosen to represent our school at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in July. Well done girls! We are so proud of you !

17.01.2022 Our Girls Rugby League program was excited to welcome former NRL - National Rugby League player Clinton Toopi to our school as part of the NRL Community State of Mind 'Get in the GAAME' workshop. Our girls attended a theory and field session, both providing young people with the skills and confidence to provide support to a person experiencing mental health problems, and to help them to access appropriate support if needed. #DontSitOnTheSidelines #GetInTheGAAMEParticipants in the NRL - National Rugby League Get in the GAAME program.

17.01.2022 COVID Update #2 - 11:20am 30th March Thank you for your support of our school community today, during the 3 day lock down in Greater Brisbane. We are pleased to confirm following advice from Queensland Health, our school will be open to students from tomorrow Wednesday 31 March 2021 as all school staff are considered essential workers.... Please be assured that all staff will continue to take the necessary precautions to ensure the health safety and well-being of students, staff and the broader school community. We will continue to monitor the situation and will provide you with further updates should the health information change. Further information is available on our website: https://lockyerdistrictshs.eq.edu.au//march2021-c-o-v-i-d-

16.01.2022 Good morning! Please remember that LDHS is closed today (Tuesday 30th March), and for the rest of the term, as part of the Greater Brisbane COVID lockdown. Please see our website for more details - https://lockyerdistrictshs.eq.edu.au//march2021-c-o-v-i-d-

16.01.2022 From our School Based Youth Health Nurse - March is Endometriosis Awareness month! Symptoms of endometriosis may include pain, heavy/irregular periods, bowel and bladder issues, fatigue, nausea, bloating and fertility issues. Each woman with endometriosis will experience a different range of symptoms. Pain levels are not related to the extent of the disease and endometriosis can only be correctly diagnosed through surgical intervention. QENDO has free endometriosis, adenomy...osis, PCOS, pelvic pain and infertility app developed by the community, for the community to track symptoms and your journey. Visit https://www.qendo.org.au/qendo-app to download or for more info. Visit https://www.endometriosisaustralia.org/ or https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis for more information. See your GP if you are concerned.

14.01.2022 Despite school reopening from tomorrow (Wednesday 31st March), the Lockyer 9s carnival has been postponed until Term 3 due to the changing COVID situation. The Lockyer Zone under 12 rugby league trial has also been postponed until Term 2.

13.01.2022 Today is RUOK? Day! Young people cannot be expected to fix someone’s problems, nor know the best way to help and support. However they can listen to what their friend is saying, let them know they care and tell a teacher, school support person or trusted adult if they are worried about their friend. By promoting an environment of positive peer support and accessing support channels via an adult, young people can learn that asking, Are you OK? is a key life skill.... RUOK? have developed a fantastic resource to support school students to ask their mates RUOK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Db28pEGzQ&feature=youtu.be

12.01.2022 Congratulations to LDHS students Wyatt and Guss McMaster, who have spent their holidays representing Queensland at the Albury Holbrook Polocrosse Club COVID Cup! Well done boys!

12.01.2022 How will you #startthechat about online safety with your children? The Office of the eSafety Commissioner has a number of free webinars on cyberbullying and online drama.

12.01.2022 To promote Bullying No Way! and the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence, 8E and 8F have pledged to ‘stand up, reach out, and be a friend in the face of bullying’. Spare hands have been left in the library so students from all grades can join the pledge.

11.01.2022 Thanks to Wilsonton State High School for hosting our Futsal teams this week - always good to come away with the win, but even better to have played in some great matches. Congratulations to both girls' and boys' teams!

10.01.2022 Ever wondered what a day in the life of Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Milligan might look like? Year 11 student Cindy Storey had the chance to find out! Her account of being Mayor for the day is below. Well done Cindy! The day began by heading over to Laidley with Mayor Tanya Milligan to attend media interviews addressing the previous COVID-19 case. Whilst in the area, we stopped at the Laidley Child Protection Week open day where counsellors made lanterns in order to... raise awareness. By the time we arrived back in Gatton it was time for lunch. Once we arrived back at the office I had a look around the chambers and took photos with Tanya. Then at 1:45pm we had a brief meeting with CEO Mr Ian Church about what was happening around the Valley. After that I was able to walk around the office and meet with some employees - they were all very kind and had an interest in my perspective. It was then 2:30pm when we had to rush back to the Mayor’s office to attend another meeting. We then ended the day with a Skype meeting concerning water storage in the Lockyer Valley. I am extremely grateful to have been given the day of shadowing the Mayor Tanya Milligan, she is such an inspiring woman and taught me countless skills, not only for leadership, but for life.

09.01.2022 We’re off and racing! Will anyone stop Cunningham? Can Manning rise from the canvas? Stay tuned! #Athletics #belongbelieveachieve

09.01.2022 The PBL Behaviour Focus for Week 3 is SAFE: Be Sun Safe. Don’t forget to Slip, Slop, Slap and Slide at the Swimming Carnival this Friday! #PBL #Safe #Respect #Learn #SafeRespectLearn

09.01.2022 Our Year 7 subject offerings have expanded in 2021, with the introduction of Japanese as a second LOTE (Language Other Than English). Find out more on our website: https://lockyerdistrictshs.eq.edu.au//new-year7-subject-of

08.01.2022 There is lots happening for our Visual Arts students at the moment! Year 12 Visual Arts in Practice are busy creating their pieces of Wearable Art: always a popular unit, selected works will be displayed at the school art exhibition at the Lockyer Valley Regional Council Art Gallery in September. Meanwhile, over 60 Year 9 students chose Visual Art as one of their electives this year. They are learning how to express emotion and thoughts in their work using different painting techniques.

07.01.2022 This Saturday, at noon on Channel 10, you can tune in to see two of our talented LDHS dancers in action as part of the 2020 Creative Generation: The Show Goes On broadcast! Congratulations on a stellar performance ladies!

07.01.2022 A busy day, yesterday, to start our 2020 Under 14 Rugby League tour. The day included travel, training, a game and game review session. The team recorded our first ever win on this tour, with a 36-20 win over Marymount College. Thanks to Marymount, who again were fantastic hosts. Game Result: ... LDHS: 36 (Chris M 3, Nash M 2, Ryde T 2, Baden M, Regan J tries). No conversions taken. Marymount: 20 Best Forward: Nash M Best Back: Robbie J Man of the match: Chris M

06.01.2022 We have your Friday evening viewing sorted! Everyone is invited to our online Academic, Cultural, and Sporting Awards ceremony, now live on our YouTube account: https://youtu.be/e1eOS6-se8M The video captures the ceremony from last week that we were unfortunately unable to share in person with our community. Congratulations once again to all of our award winners, and indeed all of our students on their achievements in 2020.

06.01.2022 Congratulations to Year 10 student, Amelia Dennis, for her selection into Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art's In residence program! This is a Queensland Department of Education program, supported by the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA). Only 20 students from around the state have been selected for the program which will run virtually this year towards the end of Term 4. Amelia will conceptualise and prepare an artwork while receiving artist and QAGOMA support and feedback throughout the process. A fantastic opportunity for a fantastic artist! Well done Amelia!

06.01.2022 8H has just finished their Visual Art unit. For this unit, students had to complete a mixed media self-portrait that showed not only their physical appearance, but also tapped into their personal identity. Some ways in which students communicated their identity was by including drawings or images of things they like, or text that described them. Students experimented with a range of media including graphite, coloured pencil and watercolour. They also experimented with techniques such as simplification, collage and realism. I'm sure you'll agree - the results are amazing!

06.01.2022 Please be advised that we are having intermittent phone issues this morning - what a way to start the term! Apologies if you are trying to get through to us. We've been advised that all should be fixed very soon.

06.01.2022 Congratulations to our #LD4 Cattle Team member Yasmin Carley, on her nomination to serve as an Associate Judge for the Australian Lowline Cattle Association at next year's Beef Australia event in Rockhampton! This is a huge honour and opportunity for the budding cattle judge.

05.01.2022 It was wonderful to welcome academics from QUT (Queensland University of Technology) into our CSI classroom yesterday, observing our students at work with the Kitsunei robotics and coding platform. #STEAAMteam #ChallengeSolveInvestigate #InquiryLearning

05.01.2022 This week’s PBL Behaviour Focus is RESPECT: Listen Actively. This is a life-long behavioural skill to master and will set our students up for success #PBL #SafeRespectLearn

05.01.2022 Please note that, while Lockyer is not yet on the list of official school closures, LDHS is closed tomorrow (Tuesday 30th March) and for the rest of the term. The official school closure list will be updated overnight to include Lockyer, and any other schools similarly affected.

03.01.2022 Rugby League Grand Final week is upon us, with 2 out of 3 LDHS rugby league teams qualifying for the big game. This is a fantastic achievement by our under 13 and under 15 sides. Our open side were narrowly beaten in golden point, in a thrilling semi-final. A weekly overview for Week 10 is below: Tuesday 15th of September Under 13 boys: Field session, 11.30am on the oval. ... Under 15 boys: Field session, 11.30am on the oval Wednesday 16th of September Under 13 grand final v St Mary's, 4pm @ Toowoomba Brothers Under 15 grand final v OLOSC, 5.15pm @ Toowoomba Brothers

02.01.2022 Only two sleeps to go until Athletics Carnival, and this year's Hacker's Challenge! Due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, visitors and spectators for Friday’s Athletics Carnival will unfortunately not be permitted. This is consistent with our other sporting events in the current climate, and is an important part of how we are ensuring the safety of our students, staff and community in these uncertain times. Throughout the day, we will be taking regular video updates and atte...mpting to keep our community up to date via our social media here on Facebook and over on our YouTube channel. We encourage parents and carers to support our students through those avenues, rather than in person at this year’s Athletics Carnival. The big question is: will anyone catch Cunningham?! Progressive points tally stands: 4th (Manning): 791 3rd (Griffith): 903 2nd (Kenny): 938 1st (CUNNINGHAM): 1165 FUN FACT: Baden Murray (Year 9) is the fourth person to equal the 1.77m record for 14 Boys High Jump! The other three are A Britton 2014, J Liddicoat-Hill 2016 & A Cowdroy 2018. A record destined to be equalled every two years?!

01.01.2022 On Friday, our Year 11 Visual Art class visited the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane as stimulus for their Year 12 course of study. "Boomerang" by artist Ai Weiwei was a great spot for a photo!