The Canobolas Rural Technology

High School

Friday 18th November 2016 Term 4 Issue 17

Icely Road Orange NSW 2800 Ph: 02 6362 1677 Fax: 02 6362 4481

Website: www.canobolas-h@det.nsw.edu.au

On the 8th November, 40 students from Canobolas High walked down to the Orange Function Centre to compete in

the annual NAIROC Eisteddfod, an event supporting NAIDOC week.

The students participated in a seven minute performance choreographed by a variety of teachers and students to

celebrate the Aboriginal culture in our community. The performance started with a traditional indigenous dance

performed by a group of our Girri Girri girls. A traditional boys dance followed involving the use of spears, clap sticks

and the traditional lap lap. Our Year 9/10 dance students then performed after the boys in a protest type performance

using large signs, replicating the 1967 protest regarding Aboriginals rights. Following this was a lyrical dance about

young children and the effects this had on them. The finale saw all students come together dancing to a Jessica

Mauboy song to show the integration and uniting of cultures. This celebration dance was a huge hit and received 2nd

place overall in the senior category.

All of our students performed and behaved in an outstanding manner and represented the school in a positive way. All

students enjoyed a complimentary lunch provided and cooked by the students of Bowen Public school.

This was a great opportunity for all students and school in the community to get involved and celebrate the indigenous

culture in our area. Thankyou to everyone involved, especially the organisers of this event, we can’t WAIT for next

year!!

NAIROC 2016

From the

Principal’s Desk Dear Parents and Members of the School Community

In my last newsletter contribution I spoke about how busy the term had become and nothing has

changed. As you would all recognise the year is rapidly drawing to a close, but there are still many things

to be achieved.

Junior Exams

Year 7-10 students have been involved in examinations and end of course assessment tasks in the past

week. It has been encouraging to see the large number of students who have been striving to achieve

their absolute best. Reports will now be completed by the teaching staff and should be mailed home to

families in the last week of term.

Year 12 Graduation

The Year 12 Graduation was held on Friday 18th November at the Orange Function Centre. As always it

was a fantastic night, celebrating with Year 12 and recognising their many achievements. Thanks must

go to Andrew Farley, our Canteen Manager and his team for the wonderful catering and to Mr Curran,

Ms Shepherd and all of their assistants for their organisation of the night. These events do not happen

without a great deal of work and effort behind the scenes and this is truly appreciated.

Year 7 2017 Parent Meeting

A very well attended Year 7 2017 parent meeting was held on Thursday 17th November in the STEM

Centre. Parents were able to find out more about the school and the introduction of Project Based

Learning for Year 7 next year. They could also see examples of the school uniform and purchase book

packs, containing all the equipment required to start at high school. The book packs are still available for

Year 7 2017 from the Front Office for $35.

Big Picture Exhibitions

Last week all students who have been part of the Big Picture Academy in 2016 gave their end of year

exhibitions. The students invite a panel to view their work and they present information and reflections on

what they have achieved this year. I have had the privilege of being invited to a number of these

exhibitions and the quality of work being completed by the students is of a very high standard. This

program will continue into 2017 and any student Year 8-10 who thinks Big Picture might be for them

should consider applying. Applications can be found on the school website and close on 25 th November

2016.

Schools Spectacular

Week 7 sees a group of students and teachers head to Sydney to once again take part in Schools

Spectacular. We have both singers going to be part of the choir and Keia Wise participating as a

member of an Aboriginal dance group. We wish all the students and staff well and keep an eye out for

the broadcast of this event sometime in the future.

I hope you have a wonderful fortnight and I look forward to speaking with you in Week 8.

With my warmest regards

Kate Wootten Relieving Principal

TCRTHS

Look at what’s coming up...

Friday 18th November Yr 12 Graduation

Tuesday 22nd November Schools Spectacular excursion

Friday 25th November Luminosity concert

Wednesday 30th November Yr 10 Crossroads Camp

Tuesday 6th December Yr 7 2017 Orientation

Wednesday 7th December Presentation Night

Tuesday 13th December Medallion Ceremony

Friday 16th December Last day of term for students

Calendar

SCIENCE FACULTY NEWS Year 9 are dissecting brains to investigate the internal structure and how it relates to the nervous

system.

While the CKC Cup was on the rest of us were able to take time to explore and develop some of

our necessary Science skills. A variety of games and playing cards enabled some to work on

their classification skills while modelling clay allowed others to create 3D models of animals.

Some of us got busy exploring electrical circuits and the impact of volts while others used a

lifelike 3D jigsaw puzzle to delve into the inner workings of the human body.

Those not faint of heart examined mini beasts under the microscope (do you know how gross a

bed bug really is?!)

On her recent trip to the USA Mrs Richard

came across STEM at The Museum of Flight in

Seattle. $30m has been invested by Boeing in

their Academy for STEM Learning. An aviation

high school is located right next door to the

museum.

The Battleship Iowa Museum in Long Beach is

host to thousands of school children that

participate in STEM programs in a real world

maritime environment.

The STEM Innovation Awards are sponsored by

leading Silicon Valley companies and honour

top STEM education programs that inspire

students and teachers and help students

prepare for college-level learning and

technology careers.

A career in STEM can take you anywhere in

the world.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner

STEM CENTRE NEWS Year 8 STEM classes are using 3D printing and

food grade silicone to make their own

chocolate moulds.

Singing Spec-ers!

Next week, we head to Sydney for a week of rehearsals and shows for the 2016 NSW Schools

Spectacular. This is the first year the show is held at QUDOS Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park.

We are very excited to be a part of this public education showcase again (having been

involved 2015 and 2013).

The 8 students from Years 7-12 have attended Spec rehearsals this term in addition to regular

choir rehearsals, to learn the repertoire for the 3 hour Schools Spectacular show. From the

exciting opening Italian piece, to Bohemian Rhapsody – the show has a lot of songs from a

broad range of genres. Our students will be split according to voice type, where they will sit with

their choir section and sing the music written for their voice part. We have 4 Sopranos, 3 Altos

and 1 Baritone.

We are very grateful for Miss Neve’s involvement – she will be singing Alto and accompanying

our choir for the rehearsals and shows. The days are long: 8am – 4pm Wednesday for choir

rehearsal; 7am – 7pm Thursday for final dress rehearsals. Then two shows Friday (morning and

evening)) and two shows Saturday (afternoon and evening). This means early starts and late

finishes these days. Mr Pelley will be driving the bus and organizing meals and snacks for us to

help out with the busy schedule.

Miss Aldrick has been given a role backstage – as a member of the “Call to Stage Team.” She

will be working behind the scenes with other teachers from around the state, to ensure the

show runs smoothly – and she is very excited for this exciting new experience at this amazing

venue.

“Dream Big” is the theme and how all of us are feeling about this experience.

Tickets are available through Ticketek.

♫ MUSIC NOTES ♫

From left to right: Chloe Harshman, Johanna Kampf, Pulane Mahlaku, Ryan Canavan, Layla Heffernan,

Laura Alexander, Ellena Hicks, Jessica Smith

Canobolas Music students perform around town

Kyle Fardell (Year 10) performed with well-known local muso, Ben “Benno” McGarity at

Orange’s JAM Open Mic at the Union Bank Wine Bar last week.

Vicky Ruming (Year 10) performed as a member of the Orange Youth Orchestra in the

Orange Concerto Competition last week

Pulane Mahlaku (Year 11) auditioned for a Vocal Scholarship at the Orange Regional

Conservatorium last week

Courtney-Rose Munday (Year 9) auditioned for a Vocal Scholarship at the Orange Regional

Conservatorium last week

NSW State Choir and Opera House

Ellena Hicks was once again successful

in gaining a place in the NSW State

Choir. She spent a couple of days

rehearsing and performing in Sydney at

the Opera House. She experienced

working with highly talented choralists

from around the state, and well-

regarded conductors and music

educators, while performing in one of

the country’s best performance spaces.

Congratulations Ellena.

An HSIE Production…

Coming soon to Tuesday lunchtime History Club is designed for those who have an interest in history and would like to learn

more. Topics covered will not be part of the current mandatory school program and will

try to encourage students to choose a senior history subject when they reach Years 11

and 12.

We will look at topics that span the length of time and incorporate skills that you already

learn in your HSIE/History lessons. The extra use of these skills in different topics will

allow you to develop a deeper depth of knowledge and understanding of historiography

and enhance your learning experience in the classroom.

History Club will explore four different topics over the four terms of school as follows:

Term 1: Assassinations

Term 2: Conspiracies

Term 3: Mysteries

Term 4: Mythologies

For more information visit Miss McRae in A11 or email hollie.mcrae@det.nsw.edu.au

TAS FACULTY NEWS University of Wollongong Engineering and

Design competitions.

Three of our senior students have been

awarded major prizes through the university

competitions.

Ellena Hicks (pictured) has been awarded a

major award in the Preliminary Engineering

Studies competition.

Zoran Ilievski and Fergus Pogson have won a

major award in the HSC Design and

Technology Competition.

These are excellent results in a competitive

competition!

Engineering excursion to University

of Wollongong

Students in the HSC Engineering

studies attended a workshop day at

the University of Wollongong.

The day outlined some career and

course options along with some

practical activities in engineering

structures and materials.

It was a great way to see what occurs

at a University and potential career

paths.

Electrical Engineering workshop – electrical

energy production through wind turbines

Environment Engineering workshop

– water storage and cleaning

Luminosity

Our students have been helping with the

Luminosity festival setup by helping prepare the

major sign for the event. A great contribution

from our school to a local event.

Thanks to Liam, Kirra, Jesse, Jack and Mr Gleeson.

DreamCricket is coordinated by Rotary Clubs and the Bradman Foundation. The aim is to provide primary

school students with special needs an opportunity to play cricket and cricket related activities.

Clinics are conducted for schools as part of a cricket experience which culminates in a DreamCricket Day on

a significant local oval (Wade Park). DreamCricket is a voluntary run Rotary Project. Clinics and gala days

require a great deal of commitment from the communities in which they are held.

Canobolas High School students gave their time to assist the participants with special needs. They were

trained to facilitate and modify cricket activities to suit each participant. Therefore each participant reaches

success in achieving their personal best. They gain confidence through active participation in physical

activities. It isn’t just the participants that gain from DreamCricket.

The volunteers were proud to explain about how ‘their kids’ were able to hit the target or swing the bat. The

students gained confidence in working with a variety of children with special needs, changing an activity for

an individual to reach success and being assured that the participants are able and willing to ‘give-it-a-go’!

Their carers and teachers also gain confidence in knowing that the children can participate in a sport outside

of the classroom and that the wider community in which they live has gained a better understanding of what

it means to have ‘special needs’.

Congratulations to all our Canobolas volunteers who chose to give up their time to support younger students

with special needs. You have again made your school and I am sure your families very proud.

Heidi Bell

Teagan Masila

Montanna McIlwain-Browne

Chloe White

Lily Morrison

Catherine Nicholson

Erin Naden

Luke Burrell

Jesse Gardiner

Harry Pearce

Brayden Quigg

Brad Patrick

Kyle Walker

Girri Girri Naidoc Week BBQ

Week 5 was definitely the busiest of weeks for the Girri Girri academy with NAIDOC WEEK

celebtrations. The girls participated in numerous events throughout the week including the

NAIDOC march, hosting our own BBQ, NAIROC performance and OAMS Open day.

The NAIROC performance turned out to be an extremely successful day with the Canobolas

group taking out 2nd place! A big thankyou to everyone that contributed to the dances and

performances. We are already planning to go one better next year.

The girls hosted a BBQ last Wednesday to raise funds for their end of year trip. The girls cooked

up some delicious sausages including a new flavour hit, Kangaroo and Plum. Jonny cakes were

also on the menu. A big thankyou to Vanessa Monaghan who gave up her time to come in and

make these cakes.

Next week we are off to Condobolin for a cultural camp which is hosted by VERTO. Nine girls

from Girri Girri and the Clontarf academy will venture out west to participate in cultural events

such as basket weaving and didgeridoo making. Students will also participate in a games day

where Canobolas students will play against Condobolin High School in Netball and OzTag.

Reminder:

CHPA

2017 Information Night and 2016 Presentation Night Dinner

Thursday 24 November

Information Night from 6:45pm

Presentation Dinner from 7:30pm

Canobolas High School Hall

PDHPE TOPICS

To support your child in the completion of the classwork and the assessments please check over

their bookwork and discuss the tasks or revision for tests that they require.

Year 7 ‘Eat Right Be Bright’ Healthy Lifestyle and ‘Friends For Life’- Respectful Relationships

Year 8 ‘Look at Me it’s Puberty’ Continued and ‘It’s my Body, It’s My Call’– Relationships

Year 9 ‘Let’s Talk About Sex’ -Choices and Consequences and ‘Work Means Money’

Year 10 ‘Learn and Earn’ - Careers

** Year 11 Commence HSC Course

At CRTHS we get o

ur notes and

money for e

xcursions and activities in

on time to

make it

easier for o

ur

coaches and office staff!

Mark Skein

Head Teacher PDHPE

CURRENT TASKS TO BE COMPLETED IN PDHPE SUBJECTS

Year 7- Eat Right Be Bright– Over Due

Year 8- Puberty Test– Completed

Year 9- Complete

Year 10– Completed

9 PASS – Coaching Template Tuesday Week 7

10 PASS – Completed

9 Dance – Completed

10 Dance – Completed

HSC PDHPE- Core 1 Task Due Week 10

SCHOOL STUDENT TRANSPORT SCHEME

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has advised that any student with a bus pass expiring at the

end of 2016 should apply to update their details prior to 31 December 2016. This applies

to all students who are:

Currently in Year 2 or Year 6

Have changed their address or school or

Have approval on special circumstances

The link to update student details is:

https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/updateDetails

After 31 December 2016 students must apply for a new pass at

https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/howtoApply

Completed forms must be printed, signed and dated and sent to their school for

verification.