RICHMOND RIVER HIGH CAMPUS NEWSLETTER Lake Street North Lismore NSW 2480 T 02 6621 3456 F 02 6622 2928 E [email protected]www.richmondri-h.schools.nsw.edu.au 2019 I ISSUE 32 I TERM 4 I WEEK 1 Hello RRHC Community The Higher School Certificate continues this week for our Year 12 students. It is important that during this time students stay focused. Year 11 students have made a smooth transition into their final 12 months of study with subject changes to be finalised this week - students are reminded to complete their paperwork as soon as possible. The Year 8 Personal Interest Projects have again been outstanding this year. It has been excellent to see the effort of our students. The PIP process is a valuable opportunity for students to demonstrate their amazing skills and abilities outside of conventional learning. Thank you very much to Mrs Seccombe for all her hard work and organisation. A massive thankyou to Mr Yates for his organisation of the Forensic Workshop that our junior students were involved in. It was great to see students actively engaged and enjoying this excellent activity. RRHC is a uniform school and we expect that our students wear uniform with pride. We have made contact with every parent via text, and through other mediums, to support students in meeting this expectation. Thank you to the 74 parents, 88% of students and 90% of staff who completed the Tell Them From Me Survey. The information supplied is vital to help us plan for improving RRHC for our students. This year has been the highest participation rate and we appreciate the time that you have given to complete the survey. We look forward to analysing this data to further improve our school. “You may have heard the world is made up of atoms and molecules, but it's really made up of stories. When you sit with an individual that's been here, you can give quantitative data a qualitative overlay.” (William Turner) Have a happy and safe weekend. Luke Woodward Deputy Principal Deputy Principal’s News
Hello RRHC Community The Higher School Certificate continues this week for our Year 12 students. It is important that during this time students stay focused. Year 11 students have made a smooth transition into their final 12 months of study with subject changes to be finalised this week - students are reminded to complete their paperwork as soon as possible. The Year 8 Personal Interest Projects have again been outstanding this year. It has been excellent to see the effort of our students. The PIP process is a valuable opportunity for students to demonstrate their amazing skills and abilities outside of conventional learning. Thank you very much to Mrs Seccombe for all her hard work and organisation. A massive thankyou to Mr Yates for his organisation of the Forensic Workshop that our junior students were involved in. It was great to see students actively engaged and enjoying this excellent activity. RRHC is a uniform school and we expect that our students wear uniform with pride. We have made contact with every parent via text, and through other mediums, to support students in meeting this expectation. Thank you to the 74 parents, 88% of students and 90% of staff who completed the Tell Them From Me Survey. The information supplied is vital to help us plan for improving RRHC for our students. This year has been the highest participation rate and we appreciate the time that you have given to complete the survey. We look forward to analysing this data to further improve our school. “You may have heard the world is made up of atoms and molecules, but it's really made up of stories. When you sit with an individual that's been here, you can give quantitative data a qualitative overlay.” (William Turner) Have a happy and safe weekend. Luke Woodward Deputy Principal
Deputy Principal’s News
CHRISTINE ANU IN CONVERSATION AND IN SONG
We are excited to announce that on Tuesday 29 October, Australia’s most iconic female Indigenous entertainer, Christine Anu, will visit The Rivers Secondary College and perform her acclaimed show at each campus CHRISTINE ANU: IN CONVERSATION & SONG.
On this special occasion Christine will share personal stories on her life and success in the Australian Entertainment Industry; her work for diversity, inclusion and the importance of First Nations culture, languages and songlines. Christine will also perform a collection of songs from her acclaimed music career.
Not only is Christine an acclaimed singer, actor and radio presenter, she is an exceptional keynote speaker who resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds. She provides a real community focus while delivering key messages in all kinds of arenas and platforms on topics she is passionate about.
Christine Anu will be performing at Richmond River High Campus on Tuesday 29 October at 9.30am in the MPU. This event is for staff and students at Richmond River High Campus only.
From the Community Liaison Officer (CLO) Double your play time with two $100 Active Kids vouchers From 1 July 2019, parents can claim two $100 Active Kids vouchers for each school-enrolled child annually. The vouchers can be used to help cover costs towards membership and registration fees for sport and recreation. The two vouchers can be used for the same activity as long as they are redeemed for separate terms, or for two different activities within the same term.
Voucher one can be used all year and voucher two can be used July to December. After 1 July 2019, the second voucher can be claimed immediately after the first voucher. This means kids can get active year-round.
With over 10,000 approved Active Kids providers, children in NSW can swim, twirl, jump, kick and hurdle into loads of sport and active recreation activities. Whether it’s for scouts, martial arts, golf or volleyball – you’re sure to find an activity they will love!
Visit - https://sport.nsw.gov.au/sectordevelopment/activekids/parents for more opportunities for kids.
Anne Bowden Community Liaison Officer (CLO)
A S S E S S M E N T C A L E N D A R
Term 4 Week 3 and Week 4 Year 7 Year 8 Maths ‘Data Assignment’ - 4.11.19 (Wk 4) Year 9 Science ‘Chemistry Practical’ - in class during Wk 3 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12
The Rivers Secondary College - Richmond River High Campus uses STYMIE to support student wellbeing and to support direct
action against bullying in our school. The program educates bystanders about their responsibilities and provides an online, independent reporting method, ensuring complete anonymity for students making notifications; creating a sense of safety in ‘the crowd’. The use of Stymie will help change the ‘culture of acceptance’ of bullying behaviours. Students can access Stymie by going to www.stymie.com.au and www.facebook.com/stymieau
Forensic Workshop On Monday a crime had to be investigated at Richmond River and only the keen minds of our intrepid forensic scientists could solve the case. They had the clues... They had the commitment... But would it be enough to provide justice for their victim.
Armed with a plethora of evidence ranging from GPS data, text messages, DNA analysis, autopsy results and microscope analysis, students ruled out suspects, determined motives and finally nabbed the killer. It was fantastic to see the critical thinking and collaboration on display from our enthusiastic young scientists. It further highlights the importance of curiosity in learning. A massive thank you to those who participated for their enthusiasm and ambassadorship of the school; it was excellent. Boden Yates HT Science
From the Career Adviser On 7 of November, Ascension Education will be offering their Pathways to University Programs at Southern Cross University, Gold Coast Campus. These programs include tutorial simulations, cover transitioning to university life, career options, course content, and admissions requirements. They aim to give students a practical taste of a degree, before they finalise their QTAC/UAC preferences. The Pathways Programs currently on offer are medicine, law, allied health, business, and engineering, with the programs being facilitated by senior university students or recent graduates in their respective field. Please note that these programs are open to year 10-12 students, and there is a $90 fee for the workshop, which also includes lunch on the day and a SCU campus tour. You can read more information and register for the program here - ascensioneducation.org/news/scu Please don't hesitate to get in touch with Director Mr William Finn if you have any questions M: 0447 179 183 Eden Weir Career Adviser
Dancers perform at The North Coast National The RRHC Dance Troupe did Miss Dessmann proud at the North Coast National on Friday. The students choreographed their own dances to the songs 'Don't Give Up On Me' and 'Circus'. 'Don't Give Up On Me' told the emotional story of an illness being passed between the group, while 'Circus' demonstrated the creativity of each dancer to explore how individual strengths can combine to put on a show. Emma Turner PDHPE Teacher
Year 8 Personal Interest Projects Congratulations to all the students who have presented their projects. It was great to see the effort put into the projects and the presentations. Thank you to the staff and community members, who were a part of the judging panel. The projects reflected many interests and were created through art, photography, computer technology, woodwork, textiles, metalwork, writing and more. Thank you to all who supported the students during this process. Here is a small selection of the wonderful projects presented, unfortunately we can’t fit them all in. Louise Seccombe Teacher Librarian
We would like to respectfully acknowledge the Elders past and present of the Wijabul Wiyabal people and other peoples of Bundjalung Nation. We acknowledge that they are the first peoples of this land on which our school stands.
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C A L E N D A R
Term 4 Week 3A 28 October Year 8 Valid 8 Test 29 October Christine Anu Workshop Beach Volleyball Gala Day 31 October Year 8 Vald 8 Test Broncos Workshop 1 November Year 8 Valid 8 Test Year 11 Reports to students Years 10-11 Shared Curriculum Orientation Term 4 Week 3A 4 November Year 8 Valid 8 Test Year 9 Peer Support Training 5 November Year 8 Valid 8 Test 6 November Headspace for Schools Headspace Parent Session 5.30pm-7pm 7 November Headspace for Schools Youth Aware of Mental Health 8 November Headspace for Schools Years 10-11 Shared Curriculum Orientation
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