BAYVIEW Newsletter a
ISSUE 12 Monday 5 May 2014
www.bayview.vic.edu.au Principal’s Message "Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.” Calvin Coolidge
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Principal's Message
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Bugsy Malone Pictorial
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Students selected to participate in The Whitten Project
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P&F High Tea a sweet success
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Community News
IN OTHER NEWS This week’s header photo What a show! The entire cast and crew threw everything into each and every performance. As an audience member we were overwhelmed by their enthusiasm and energy. Thank you to Chantel Barry for the Bugsy pictorial in our Newsletter this week. Top to bottom; Jake Davies, Dion Annett, Alex de Guloten, Wil Parker, Cody Welfare, Alysia Wyckelsma, Debbie Chambers & Josephine Quinlivan
Study Habits of Successful Students
Try to study at the same times each day.
Studying at the same times each day establishes a routine that becomes a regular part of your life, just like sleeping and eating. When a scheduled study time comes up during the day, you will be mentally prepared to begin studying.
It’s quite normal to struggle at times with fluctuating motivation, interest and persistence during a school year. Throughout your schooling and within each semester, there can be multiple challenges and barriers to completing class work, an assignment or an exam. These problems can often be greater when a young person is experiencing difficult personal circumstances, illness or mental health issues. It's during these times that personal values such as persistence and resilience really count. Persistence (or 'sticking at it') is very important throughout schooling and throughout life. We can all experience thoughts of giving up or dropping out when difficulties present themselves. Is it any wonder then, that persistence is the fundamental difference between a successful outcome and a failed outcome? In that case, it compels us to develop the vital quality of persistence. Think big - Identifying and focusing on your bigger goals are important factors to consider, as most of your overall motivation will come from those things. We can lose sight of the bigger picture if we get buried in multiple demands of deadlines, achievement and pressure. Go small - When we're confronted with difficulties it can often be tempting to make big plans and need big solutions for overcoming them. Sometimes it can be easier to start with small steps - a big solution is often comprised of lots of small actions. Start with small steps that can take you in the direction of completing your goal or task. This strategy is especially useful when you need to persist with your work to complete it within certain deadlines. Gather support and encouragement - Stay away from pessimists; instead seek advice from positive people and those who want you to succeed. They can assist you by making suggestions and recommendations based on their experience. You will still have to do the work, but there is nothing more encouraging than having positive reinforcement. Be consistent - Your best allies in developing persistence are consistency and habits. Developing persistence can often take time. A definite plan followed by continuous action throughout the semester can help to build resilience and persistence. And finally, Enjoy! The greatest feelings of accomplishment derive from knowing you've overcome obstacles and conquered adversities to achieve your goals. Your ultimate success will be exponentially more satisfying and fulfilling when you know what it took to get there.
Dr Michelle Kearney