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STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE
2R Woolooware Road North Woolooware NSW 2230
Website: www.woolooware-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
TERM 3 WEEK 10B
Phone: 9523 6752 Fax: 9527 3412
18 SEPTEMBER 2014
FROM THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE
Congratulations year 12, 2014.
Year 12 Graduation is a special time of year. It's a time when our whole school community: parents, teachers and
students, come together to celebrate the completion of 13 years of schooling. This group of young men and women
must be congratulated, for their efforts, their tenacity, their camaraderie, and for being great role models to our younger
students.
Our graduation dinner was held last Tuesday evening at Doltone House and over 400 people, our students, their families
and teachers came together to celebrate this significant milestone. There was lots of reminiscing about their school years
and sharing of hopes and dreams for the future. Mr Fisher and Ms Peard also shared their memories of the last 6 years
with us, making the evening very special.
The official graduation assembly was held on Wednesday. This is a formal occasion where we acknowledge all of our
students for their achievements, one final time. Mr Carveth spoke to students about resilience and learning from
mistakes and successes in their lives.
As a school, we are very proud to know that we have helped our students develop into intelligent, insightful and
confident young men and women who are well equipped to thrive as adults.
I must congratulate our school Captains Amelia and Peter who have displayed great strength and integrity in the way
they carried out their duties this year. They have not waited to be asked to do things, but rather taken the initiative to
ensure that Woolooware High School has been well represented and visible at community events from the ANZAC Day
March to The School of St Jude's dinner. They have been wonderful ambassadors of our school. Thank you too, to our
Vice Captains Corinne and Tyler and our SRC Presidents Jemma and Harrison for their hard work and commitment in
leading our student body so effectively. These student leaders have made their mark at our school.
I would like to thank Mr Fisher (year 12 Deputy Principal), Ms Peard and Mr Carveth
(Year Advisors) who worked closely with this group of students and their families from the day they started school with
us in 2009. Through their commitment and hard work they came to know the students and have supported them to
successfully complete their schooling.
At Woolooware High we pride ourselves in instilling in our students a love of learning and the strength to work hard for
what they want to achieve. Most importantly we want them to leave this school with a passion for life and the skills and
courage to follow their dreams.
On behalf of the whole school community, I wish year 12 students success in their HSC, good health and happy
productive lives.
Remember,
‘be the active hero in your own lives.’
MS SIOKOS
PRINCIPAL
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NEWS
BIG SCIENCE BIG FUN
On
Tuesday,
26th
of
August
a
program
called
‘Big Science Big Fun’ visited Woolooware High. All of year 8 was
present as the laws of the universe were explained in simple, interesting
ways. The experiments were interactive and hands on, making it a fun way
to miss class.
One of the best experiments involved a long, metal pole with a controlled
fire burning on top. The fire imitated sound waves, produced from a laptop
and students phones. The fire danced and flickered to bass beats, showing
us the variations of different music.
Another great experiment had a plastic bin with a small hole cut at the
base and the top wrapped around with an elastic cover. When the bin was
filled with smoke and the elastic side was hit, a spiraling ring of smoke
would fire out of the other side, much like a canon but without the
gunpowder or fire. We were told this was the act of high and low pressure.
We also learnt about objects taking on loads of weights. For example our presenter, Holly, sat on a bed of nails without
feeling a thing. Because the nails were exactly the same height and evenly spaced out the load was shared between
every nail. Another example included six light bulbs holding up our presenter and another student. It turned out the
plastic around the light bulbs was more likely to give way than the actual glass itself.
By far though, the best experiment involved a personal appearance from Mr. Hill as he skillfully held a blowtorch at
arms length while a cloud of flour wafted into the air. Flour would not normally set alight, but because of the
surrounding oxygen particles the flour was burned in mid air, creating the illusion of the air catching on fire.
I think I speak for my whole grade when I say we experienced an entertaining 50 minutes and a great change from all
the writing we would have done in a science lesson instead.
JACOB
YEAR 8
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NEWS
CREATIVE ARTS HSC EVENTS
The past few weeks have been huge in Creative Arts as year 12 wrap up
their final performances and projects. We have held a series of evenings
for families and friends. HSC Music students began the series of evening
performances, closely followed by the HSC Drama group. Last week
HSC Visual Arts and Photography students exhibited their bodies of
work.
I would like to congratulate all Creative Arts students on their wonderful
achievements. You have done yourselves proud. I loved the way you
supported each other through this journey and on exhibition nights.
Finally I would like to thank the dedicated Creative Arts teachers who
have given so much of their time in order that these students may achieve
the best result they possibly can. You have gone above and beyond and I
am sure the students appreciate all that you have done for them.
MRS COX
HEAD TEACHER
CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS
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NEWS
CREAVTIVE ARTS HSC EVENTS CONTINUED
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NEWS
INDUSTRIAL ARTS HSC MAJOR PROJECTS
During week seven of this term a team of Board of Studies HSC markers came to the school to mark the
Industrial Technology Major Projects. At Woolooware we offer two strands of Industrial Technology,
Graphics and Timber & Furnishings.
Students undertaking these courses are required to present a major project which is used to showcase each
student’s skills. These projects are entirely managed by the students where many hours go into the designing
and production. This year we had a wide range of Major Projects, from Desk Clocks, Timber Chests,
entertainment units to wakeboarding parks, wave pools, skate parks, light fittings, softball dugout refits, roller
coaster simulations, a variety of architectural designs and even a fantasy houseboat.
The display this year continued the outstanding quality that has become a trademark of Woolooware.
Congratulations to both the Graphics and Timber and Furnishings students. Well Done!
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NEWS
YEAR 8 HISTORY INCURSION
On Thursday, 4 September year 8 History took part in a school incursion for their studies of the Middle Ages.
The ‘medieval man’ once again brought an array of artefacts for the students to handle and experience.
Students dressed up in medieval clothing, wore chain mail and plate armour and experienced two types of
medieval punishment – the stocks and the scold’s bridle. Students also had the opportunity to see the wide
variety of battle swords, try on helmets and carry shields. The students were polite and attentive, with James
(aka ‘medieval man’) commenting on how well behaved the group was. From all accounts, the students learnt
a lot about this very interesting period of history.
MS STEPHENS
HISTORY FACULTY
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NEWS
EQUESTRIAN
Congratulations to all students who
participated in the Interschool
Equestrian
Championships
at
Camden on Saturday, 6 September.
Haylee (11)
Rebecca (9)
Sienna (9)
Tobie (11)
Jessica (11)
Congratulations to Rebecca who
came 1st in Year 9 Age
Champion.
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NEWS
WHITEHOUSE FASHION DRAWING INCURSION
On Monday, 25 September, design students attended a full day work shop at school. The aim of the day was
to teach students the basics of fashion drawing lead by an industry professional. Our lecturer, Crystal was
educated at Whitehouse and worked in the industry with such designers as Charlie Brown.
The day began learning to draw the formal figure, focusing on proportions and dimensions. Later this design
was used as a template to develop designs that included changes in model position and movement.
Finally students were able to show their true creativity designing outfits for
celebrities. Students learnt how to embellish their drawings with textural
effects and colour techniques using professional drawing markers.
Every student was fully engaged in this wonderful and creative learning
activity. The lecturer commented on both their skill and excellent behaviour
and application. At the completion of the day, a one week scholarship
(valued at over $500) was awarded to the student that showed the most skill
and creativity on the day. After some very difficult deliberation, Ivy (11)
was awarded the scholarship! She is very talented indeed. Two highly
commended certificates were also awarded by Whitehouse to
Samira (9) and Hayley (11). All students will receive a certificate of
participation. All the girls were able to take home a collection of drawings
and templates. This will help them in their future studies with the graphic
presentation of their designs.
Ivy is pictured above and her
design work below.
It was a truly enjoyable day!
MRS K MOOYMAN
HOME ECONOMICS FACULTY
Samira
Hayley
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NEWS
WINTER GRADE SPORT GRAND FINALS
Winter certainly provided difficult weather conditions for our grade sport Grand Finals! Grounds were closed
for the Semi Final week which saw them cancelled. This meant that teams that did not finish either first or
second on the ladder at the end of the season were not able to compete for the chance to make a grand final.
Unfortunately this affected the number of Woolooware teams playing in the grand finals. However, we still
had a number of teams that qualified.
Grand Final day was Thursday, 29 August, and the weather again wreaked havoc with our games. We were
lucky to get all Netball, Basketball and Waterpolo finals played. The Oztag and soccer games had to be
rescheduled for Tuesday, 2 September, with some games actually postponed until Thursday, 4 September and
Friday, 5 September!
It was quite an effort to get the games played, but in the end it
was absolutely worthwhile to see the Woolooware teams
competing for their school in the grand finals, participating
superbly considering the wet conditions, and representing our
school proudly.
Woolooware played in the following Grand Finals:
Senior Girls Soccer - Woolooware 1 vs Woolooware 2
Senior Boys Soccer - Woolooware 2 v Cronulla
Junior Girls Oztag Div 1 - Woolooware 1 vs Port Hacking
Open Mixed Waterpolo - Woolooware 1 vs Port Hacking
Junior Girls Netball Premier Division - Woolooware vs Endeavour
Junior Girls Netball Div 1 - Woolooware 3 vs Sylvania
Junior Girls Netball Div 2 - Woolooware 5 vs Sylvania
Senior Boys Oztag Div 1 - Woolooware 1 vs Port Hacking
Junior Boys Soccer Div 3 - Woolooware 4 vs Lucas Heights
Junior Boys Basketball Div 2 - Woolooware 2 vs Endeavour
We were successful in winning the Senior Girls Soccer, Junior Girls Netball Div 1, Senior Boys Oztag,
Junior Boys Soccer Div 3 and Junior Boys Basketball Div 2. Great results for all of our teams!
Congratulations to all of our students on these Grand Finals, and also a very big thankyou to the teachers who
take our grade sport teams each week for their encouragement, expertise and efforts!
MS S SMTIH
SPORTS ORGANISER
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NEWS
SYDNEY EAST REGIONAL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
Woolooware had a large number of athletes competing at Sylvania Athletics Track over two days in week
three this term for the Sydney East Region. We had a number of fantastic results from our very talented
students.
There were over 40 students competing for Sydney East from Woolooware, along with our relay runners. A
comprehensive list of results can be found on the following page.
Outstanding efforts from everyone on the day! A particular mention goes to these students who qualified in
four
or
more
events
over
two
days:
Lili
(9),
Stevie
(10),
Bronte
(9),
Zali
(7),
Mitchell
(12),
Rhianna (10) and Callum (7).
We had four students who were awarded Regional Age Champion - a massive achievement, congratulations!
14yr Girl - Bronte
15yr Girl - Phoebe
16yr Girl - Stevie
17+yr Boy - Mitchell
INDUSTIONAL ARTS
HSC MAJOR PROJECTS
RIGHT AND BELOW.
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SYDNEY REGIONAL ATHLETICS CARNIVALS
12yr boys
Mitchell
Jack
4th
4x100m Relay
13yr boys
Callum
Eliah
15yr Boys
Aaron
1st
9th
4x100m Relay
17+yr Boys
Mitchell
12yr girls
Danielle
Zali
5th
4x100m Relay
2nd 800m 2:36.77
4th
Long Jump 4.24m
1st
Discus 25.75m
100m 14.53
2nd 200m 29.64
DQ
14yr Girls
Nicole
Louisa
Bronte
4th
100m 13.11
4th
90m Hurdles 15.62
4th
High Jump 1.4m
2nd Long Jump 5.1m
Shot put 12.08m
1st
Discus 26.63m
Olivia
Javelin 24.54m
15yr Girls
Emma
Lili
5th
49.67
5th
5th
1st
1st
=1st
4th
3rd
2nd
2nd
100m 12.22
200m 24.14
400m 51.46
110m hurdles 15.77
400m hurdles
High Jump 1.65m
Discus 28.14m
Javelin 41.89
Triple Jump 12.12m
1st
100m 14.11
st
1
200m 29.58
80m Hurdles 16.88
4th
Long Jump 4.04m
1st
Shot Put 7.99m
1st
Discus 24.98m
3rd
3rd
55.71
Parrish
10th
5th
4th
1st
1st
3rd
7th
5th
2nd
1st
1st
3rd
Javelin 14.76m
200m 30.24
400m 1:04.34
800m 2:28.43
1500m 5:17.66
High Jump 1.5m
400m 1:08.22
800m 2:50.54
100m 13.7
200m 28.46
90m Hurdles 14.45
Javelin 22.03m
4x100m Relay
1st
54.3
4x100m Relay
1st
2nd
1st
3rd
1st
1st
2nd
4th
2nd
2nd
3rd
3rd
1st
100m 13.43
200m 29.09
Long Jump 4.94m
Shot Put 8.63m
Discus 26.52m
Javelin 32.02m
Triple Jump 1.57m
200m 30.15
400m 1:06.43
100m hurdles 18.91
High Jump 1.5m
Discus 22.8m
52.92
17+yr Girls
Jemma
2nd
Triple Jump 9.66m
4x100m Relay
Lili
Georgia
Phoebe
16yr Girls
Stevie
1:00.76
Rhianna
13yr girls
Ashley
Tasia
4
Sasha
8th
th
4x100m Relay
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9th
Shot Put 7.9m
100m 14.69
6th
80m hurdles 17.96
80m hurdles 19.75
6th
59.32
4th
400m 1:08.46
3rd 90m Hurdles 14.51
3rd
Discus 17.53m
5th
100m 14.51
6th
200m 30.38
st
1
90m hurdles 16.00
2nd High Jump 1.45m
1st
Long Jump 4.98m
2nd Triple Jump (15yrs) 10.45m
7th
200m 30.83
5th
800m 2:54.10
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DEBATING REPORT
Woolooware High School has a very active debating program with approximately 60 students involved in
training and competition. Our junior teams are still active in competitions whereas our senior teams have
completed the competitions for this year. We were involved in both the Premiers Cup debating competition
and Sutherland Shire competition with multiple teams in both. Our year 10 team, comprising of
Bianca, Rhianna, Philippa and Elise made it to the Regional Quarter Final in the Premiers Cup.
Congratulations girls, this means you made the final eight schools out of 64 in the competition.
MRS E SPEECHLY
DEBATING COORDINATOR
On Friday, September 12, as part of our National Literacy
ENGLISH SOAPBOX TOURNAMENT
and Numeracy Week celebrations, the English Faculty held its inaugural Soapbox Tournament, a public
speaking competition for Stage 4 students. Competitors had to compose and present a four minute persuasive
speech on an issue of their own choosing, followed by a two minute impromptu speech on the topic ‘Goals
are good for you.’ Adjudicators Ms Siokos and Mrs Holz were impressed by the quality of the prepared
speeches and the high standard of delivery by all. The impromptu speech proved to be critical in the final
decision; developing strong ideas into a persuasive argument in only five minutes can be extremely daunting
but all students rose to the challenge admirably. Congratulations go to our 2014 winner Matthew and runnersup Jaydan and Ashley.
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NEWS
YEAR 7 TOPPS EXCURSION
Year 7 had a great time at the TOPPS outdoor recreation park on a very wet Friday 5th September.
We went there to compliment our work with the school anti-harassment program "step in, step up".
In groups, we participated in activities that emphasised group cooperation as well as being fun. Students were
involved in the 'survivor challenge', 'mission patrol' and go cart racing. The extra puddles were just an added
bonus to the course.
We all had a wonderful day; the weather didn't dampen our enjoyment at all. Thank you to all the teachers
who helped and to our wonderful Year 7 students, who are always a great bunch.
MRS E SPEECHLY AND MRS J CRAPP
YEAR 7 ADVISERS
NAPLAN Results
NAPLAN results will be
sent home with students
during week one of term
four.
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NEWS
NSWCHS ATHLETICS REPORT
Sixteen Woolooware students competed at the Sydney Athletics Centre at Homebush in week eight at the
NSWCHS Athletics Carnival. Stand-out performances included our Gold medal winners Danielle, Rhianna
and Mitchell - this of course meaning they placed 1st in the entire state! Outstanding! Stevie again impressed
with her large number of events, winning a Silver medal in triple jump, along with Bronze in the long jump
and relay. Mitchell not only won two Gold medals for 4x400m relay and 400m hurdles, he also won a Bronze
in 110m hurdles. Danielle can also lay claim to being the fastest 12 year old girl in NSW state high
schools due to her winning the 100m sprint!
Our two school relay teams ran fantastically in the 4 x 100m relays, with the 15yr girls team winning a Silver
medal and the 16yr girls winning the Bronze. The 15yr girls team was Phoebe, Emma, Bronte and Tayla. The
16 yr girls team was Stevie, Rhianna, Lili and Olivia.
Congratulations to all of our wonderful competitors. See below for a complete list of results from the
carnival:
12yr Boys
Jack
Mitchell
12yr Girls
Danielle
13yr Boys
Eliah
Callum
14yr Girls
Bronte
15yr Girls
Phoebe
Lili
Lili
5th 200m 28.11
10th 800m
8th Discus
16yr Girls
Stevie
2nd triple jump 11.29m
3rd long jump 5.22m
3rd 4x100m relay
4th 200m 27.28
9th javelin 27.79m
1st high jump 1.55m
3rd 4x100m relay
4th 400m 61.78
1st 100m 13.64
4th 200m 27.78
Rhianna
10th Discus 31.42m
10th shotput 11.29m
17th High jump 4.64m
Stevie, Rhianna,
Lili & Olivia
– 3rd 4x100m Relay 51.96
8th long jump 4.91m
6th 90m hurdles
9th triple jump (15yrs) 10.15m
2nd 4x100m Relay (15yrs)
6th 200m 27.37
2nd 4x100m Relay
11th 100m
7th 90m hurdles 20.11
3rd 1500m 5:02.92
4th 800m 2:21.76
3rd 4x100m relay (16yrs)
17yr Boys
Mitchell
17yr Girls
Jemma
1st 400m hurdles 55.10
1st 4x400m relay (Sydney east
team) 3:30.27
3rd 110m hurdles
4th 400m 50.68
11th javelin 38.21m
11th triple jump 9.54m
7th High jump 1.55m
Phoebe, Emma,
Bronte, Tayla – 2nd 4x 100m 15yr
Relay 52.15
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NEWS
WELFARE CYBER SAFETY SESSIONS
During week eight, spread over three days, years 8, 9 and 10 took part in a facilitated session on cyber safety.
The sessions were run by a facilitator from Digital Thumbprint aimed at empowering and informing our
‘digital native’ students.
The sessions were fun and interactive in conveying facts students need to know to stay safe online. There
were plenty of opportunities for students to get involved and share experiences. The facilitator was very
impressed with the positive attitude and focus of all the students who took part.
The year 8 sessions focussed on exploring insight into why personal information is valuable to business and
other individuals, and how best to secure it while signing up to social networks and mobile apps. Part of the
session looked at using www.TOSDR.org which summarises terms of service into a few dot points for people
to have an idea of what they are agreeing to.
The year 9 and 10 sessions focussed on the impact their behaviours can have on themselves and their friends.
They also looked at how to help friends who may fall victim to anti-social activity and exploring the concept
of online identities.
Protecting your identity and information online was also discussed in light of the fact that often students’
accounts are hacked by people they know. www.howsecureismypassword.net is a way to test the level of
security of passwords. Tips on improving the security of passwords include:
- using a combination of uppercase, lowercase, symbols and numbers
- not using personal information like your name, birthday or pet’s names
- using a strange passphrase of random words
MS STEPHENS
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop will be closed for
the duration of the HSC exams in
term 4 - weeks 2, 3, 4 & 5.
Resumes week 6, 11 November.
WOOLOOWARE AUXILIARY
Next Meeting:
9:30am Common Room - Tuesday, 14 October 2014
P&C
Next Meeting:
7:30pm Library - Wednesday, 22 October 2014
Presentation: Creative & Perf. Arts, Computers, Library
NEXT MEETING
3 December 2014
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-
End of Year Meeting
ASSESSMENT
CALENDARS
Please check due
dates for tasks on
the school website.
Go to Assessments
on the Menu Bar and
follow the link to the
year group needed.
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NEWS
STUDENT IN THE NEWS
ZOE (9), JACKSON (10) AND FLYNN (9) have been selected as members of the NSW Public Schools Drama
Ensemble.
SHAUN (10) has been selected to represent NSWCHS in the Boys Softball team competing at Blacktown International
Park over two days in September.
Sydney South East Symphonic Winds Concert
held on Monday, 25 August at Sydney Opera
House. Students performing: Luke (7), Callum
(7), Edward (7), Julian (8) and Charlotte (7).
15’S GIRLS BASKETBALL REGIONAL CHAMPIONS FOR 2014
The girls played five games of
basketball on the same day at
Sutherland Sharks stadium. In the round
games they defeated Engadine High,
Rosebay High and Sydney Girls High by
convincing scores of between 20 and 50
points. In the semi-final they defeated
Alexander Park High by 12 points and in
the Final they defeated Endeavour High
by 19 points. Well done to these girls for
their outstanding effort. It was a big day
and the girls were exhausted but all the
hard work at training paid off. They are
now the Regional Champions for 2014.
The team consisted of: Ashley, Lili ,
Emily, Jessica, Keira, Evie, Parrish, Carla, Caitlyn, Tiahn, Tara, Tayla and Jacqueline.
2014 INTERSCHOOLS SNOWSPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Championships were held at Thredbo in late August. Our students listed below achieved some great
results. Spencer has qualified to compete for NSW at the Australian Championships - outstanding! Goodluck
to Spencer for the next stage of this competition.
Spencer Barnes (12)
Anne Hocking (11)
Georgia Markham (11)
Elizabeth Munro (12)
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- 2nd Moguls, 2nd Skiercross
- 9th Alpine team
- 9th Alpine
- 6th Alpine
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YEAR 7 GALA DAY
On Friday, 15 August, year 10 PASS classes collaboratively organised and ran a sport Gala Day for all of year 7. The
purpose of the day was to allow year 10’s to experience and learn more about event management. As well as this, it
gave year 7’s an opportunity to have an enjoyable day with their friends and teaching them some sporting skills along
the way.
Organising the event involved consistent communication and enthusiasm to ensure that the day ran smoothly and
successfully. Coaches, referees, timekeepers, sponsorship and food committees were established to ensure that all
aspects of the event were ready for the day. Some major tasks included developing a draw, booking courts and fields,
getting food and prizes donated and handing out a note for all of year 7 to inform them about the day. In doing this, we
were able to see the extensive organisation required which will be advantageous for our future. On the day, it was
important to not only do our elected jobs chosen prior to the event but also make sure that all the participants were
occupied and having fun.
Each student was given a sausage sizzle, a soft drink or water, Subway cookies and an ice block for lunch (with the
option of seconds). At the end of the day all teams came together to have an awards presentation. Competition
champions, teams, individuals and all other participants were awarded prizes for their eager approach to the day.
A survey was administrated to all year 7 students and the overwhelming majority of the students said that the coaches,
refs, food, friendliness of staff and the organisation of the day were fantastic.
All of year 10 PASS students agreed that organising this day was beneficial in learning more about event management.
It also gave us a great opportunity to work as a large group and develop our communication skills. In the end, it was
almost forgotten that the day was an assessment task because it was so much fun for all.
We would like to thank all year 7 students for participating on the day, teachers for helping out and all the companies
that generously donated to help us run the event as efficiently as possible.
Thank-you to the following sponsors:
Drop Dead Pest Control (donation)
Bang-on T-shirts (price reduction)
IGA (donation)
Tradies (donation)
Cox and Turner Pty Ltd (donation)
Woolworth’s Caringbah (donation)
Stapleton Meats (donation)
Grant’s Trophies (donation)
Learn – to – Play (donation)
Master Foods (donation)
MATTHEW
10 PASS A
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NEWS
CAREERS
STUDENTS INTERESTED IN US COLLEGE ADMISSION
Students wishing to complete undergraduate study in the USA must, as part of their application, supply results from an
ACT or SAT exam. The PSAT is a practice test which allows students an opportunity to prepare for these American
exams. The PSAT is designed for students in year 10 and year 11 and gives students the chance to receive feedback
about their strengths and weaknesses. The results are not reported to US schools. The PSAT is only given once a year
and registration is now open.
Testing this year it will be as follows:
When:
Saturday October 18
Time:
8am
Where:
St Vincent’s College, Victoria St, Potts Point (Opposite apartment building 73)
The PSAT lasts approximately three hours. It consists of three areas: Critical Reading (two 25 minute sections), Maths
(two 25 minute sections, and Writing (30 minutes) and gives students the chance to sit the test under controlled
conditions. A full score report is sent to each student with a breakdown of his/her results.
Registration will close on 14 October or when the test seating is full. The demand for the test has been above capacity
for the last several years so I encourage you to sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Take advantage of this opportunity to become more accustomed to the US standardised testing and learn more about the
US college admissions process.
To register for the PSAT, please go to: www.trybooking.com/EHNE
For more information contact Alanna Flint from St Vincent’s College at [email protected]
HSC SEPTEMBER WORKSHOPS
The most effective way of preparing fully for the Final HSC exams is to sit with teachers who are the experts in their
respective subject to clarify all course content and work through potential HSC questions. The September workshop
program allows students to work in a small, interactive group with our experts to improve their knowledge, skill and
confidence in the lead up to the exams.
Subjects available include:
Advanced English • Ancient History • Biology • Business Studies •CAFS • Chemistry • Economics • Legal Studies •
Mathematics • General Mathematics – Extension 1 • Modern History • PDHPE • Physics • Standard English • SOR
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Choose 1 subject per day (each subject runs for 8 hours)
You can choose your workshops over multiple campuses if this suits your schedule better
Workshops cover both core and option material, plus the chance to practice a range of possible HSC questions
Small workshop groups allow for personalised assistance and feedback
Classes will be held at UTS, Macquarie and UOW
For more information, course dates and times please visit: www.hswintheholidays.com.au Or phone 1300 677 336
E: [email protected]
SYDNEY FILM SCHOOL: THE DIGITAL FILMAKING DISTINCTION COURSE
A short summer course for senior high school students in years 10, 11 & 12
Guided by experts in the industry and sharing your interest in film with other like-minded students, you will gain insight
and understanding of the process of filmmaking from the evolution of the idea to the development of the script to the
production of the film to its distribution. The course scope includes film grammar, script writing, the production process,
crewing, camera skills, studio production, the art of editing and distribution. Students will create a short film and the
course will be completed with a review of the work.
The next Distinction Course will run over 5 days in January 2015 (19-23 January) with a total of 30 hours course work.
In order to apply you will need to:
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Fill in the application form
Submit a personal statement (150-300 words) and a portfolio and/or showreel
Send the application, personal statement and a portfolio and/or showreel by registered post to: Sydney Film
School. Attention: John Buckmaster/Distinction Course, PO Box 602, Alexandria 2015
Main Round Applications close on Friday November 28 th
For more information please visit: www.sydneyfilmschool-px.rtrk.com.au/school/courses/high-school-distinction-course.aspx
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CALENDAR AS AT 18/09/14
WEEK 1A
WEEK 4B HSC
M. 06/10/14
* Public Holiday
M. 27/10/14
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T. 07/10/14
* Uniform Shop 9:00am - 10:00am
* Students return
T. 28/10/14
* Uniform Shop –Closed
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W. 08/10/14
* Port Hacking Zone Sports Assembly
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W. 29/10/14
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Th. 09/10/14
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Th. 30/10/14
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F. 10/10/14
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F. 31/10/14
* Y7 Scripture
*
WEEK 2B HSC
WEEK 5A HSC
M. 13/10/14
*
*
M. 03/11/14
*
*
T. 14/10/14
* Uniform Shop –Closed
* WHS Auxiliary, 9:30am
* Year 9 & 10 Dance excursion
T. 04/11/14
* Uniform Shop –Closed
*
W. 15/10/14
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*
W. 05/11/14
*
*
Th. 16/10/14
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*
Th. 06/11/14
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*
F. 17/10/14
* Y7 Scripture
*
F 07/11/14
* Y7 Scripture
*
WEEK 3A HSC
WEEK 6B
M. 20/10/14
*
*
M. 10/11/14
*
*
T. 21/10/14
* Uniform Shop –Closed
*
T. 11/11/14
* Uniform Shop 9:00am -10:00am
* WHS Auxiliary, 9:30am
W. 22/10/14
* P&C Meeting, 7:30pm
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W. 12/11/14
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*
Th. 23/10/14
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*
Th. 13/11/14
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*
F. 24/10/14
* Y7 Scripture
*
F. 14/11/14
* Y7 Scripture
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