NewsLetter Heffron St, Tweed Heads South, NSW 2486 P: 07 5524 3007 F: 07 5524 9501 E: [email protected] W: www.tweedriver-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Friday 5 March Term 1 Week 6 TWEED RIVER HIGH STUDENTS CLEAN UP On Thursday 4th of March, a group of students accompanied by Green Team Coordinator Mrs Monniot-Kerr and Marine Studies teacher Mr Betts, celebrated Clean Up Australia Day by teaming up with MP, Geoff Provest and Pete from Tweed Sea Sports to pull rubbish out of the Tweed River. Whilst a few senior students were scuba-diving, another group of junior students helped clean the foreshore. It was a fantastic and very productive day and we all enjoyed being outdoors. We did get a bit wet in the morning but the day fined up and we were able to have a BBQ in the sun at the Twin Towns park. Our students never fail to amaze me with their enthusiasm and willingness to help a good cause. Picking up rubbish reminded us of two things; one; Our environment is fragile and as more and more litter can be found in nature, reducing it should be a priority. And two; Looking after our land and ocean is our collective responsibility. The rubbish that we found today was dropped by a human hand. Luckily, we have the Green Team to help keep our coastline clean, a little bit at a time. Thank you Team! Mrs Monniot-Kerr - Green Team Coordinator.
TWEED RIVER HIGH STUDENTS CLEAN UPOn Thursday 4th of March, a group of students accompanied by Green Team Coordinator Mrs Monniot-Kerr and Marine Studies teacher Mr Betts, celebrated Clean Up Australia Day by teaming up with MP, Geoff Provest and Pete from Tweed Sea Sports to pull rubbish out of the Tweed River. Whilst a few senior students were scuba-diving, another group of junior students helped clean the foreshore. It was a fantastic and very productive day and we all enjoyed being outdoors. We did get a bit wet in the morning but the day fined up and we were able to have a BBQ in the sun at the Twin Towns park.
Our students never fail to amaze me with their enthusiasm and willingness to help a good cause. Picking up rubbish reminded us of two things; one; Our environment is fragile and as more and more litter can be found in nature, reducing it should be a priority. And two; Looking after our land and ocean is our collective responsibility. The rubbish that we found today was dropped by a human hand. Luckily, we have the Green Team to help keep our coastline clean, a little bit at a time. Thank you Team!
SENIOR EXECUTIVE REPORTMonday evening we held an information night for year 6 students and their parents; introducing them to the school’s many programs.
Prospective students and their parents were escorted on a tour of the school by our SRC students, who displayed excellent leadership and teamwork, responding to a variety of questions about High School life and allaying the fears that many children have about the move from Primary school.
Seeing the opportunities provided by the school through the eyes of our students gives the most important perspective on the success of a school in nurturing teenagers to face the challenges of the present, while equipping them with the skills to succeed in the future. In discussing the school our leaders focussed on the safe and supportive environment within the school along with their opportunities to develop a wide range of academic skills. Sporting opportunities are always something our students highlight and, while we value the long term health benefits of participating in sport, our students also learn valuable skills in teamwork, organisation and leadership through their participation in varied sporting pursuits.
As teachers, we strive to support our students in developing skills to think independently and to make decisions based on reason, supported by evidence, rather than on emotion. Therefore, it was beautiful to receive a message from a member of our graduating class of 2019, who has been inspired to study journalism as a result of her studies in Society and Culture with the aim of providing an honest and well-balanced telling of the news.
To hear that we have inspired students to pursue their passion and to make the world a better place is the ultimate accomplishment for any educational institution. In recent weeks we have been privileged to hear many inspirational stories from our graduates. Caleb Howard is in his final year of Computer Engineering at Griffith University and has been selected to represent his University in the International algorithm competition. Gemma Borra recently graduated from Bond University with a Bachelor of Architectural Studies and was awarded the prestigious 2020 Soheil Abedian Medal of Excellence.
Our 2020 graduating class are now embarking on the next step of their education and employment journeys. Students are pursuing apprenticeships and traineeships in areas such as earth moving, beauty and glazing. Some students began University early in the year, undertaking condensed pathways through a trimester study program, allowing them to complete a three year degree in two years, including Courtney Collison who is studying Bio Medicine. Other students have embarked on University study this week, in courses such as Business, Nursing, Psychology and Education.
I am incredibly proud of our graduates and of the teachers who nurtured them throughout their time at school ensuring they left with the skills to pursue their dreams. Our students leave Tweed River High School not only with the academic skills for success, but more importantly a capacity for emotional intelligence and resilience that will support them throughout their lives.
Ms Leisa Conroy, Principal
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P&C: NEXT MEETING6pm: Thursday 18 MarchStaff Common RoomAll Welcome :)(Every 3rd Thursday of the month)
UNIFORM SHOPOpen Every Tuesday & Thursday 8.00am—11am (Located Next to the Canteen) Coordinator - Alison Lake
TRHS CANTEENCheck out the daily menu on the canteen window for some great meal deals. Eftpos available. Open for
Breakfast Recess Lunch
UPCOMING EVENTSMon 8 Mar FNC Opens Basketball KO & TrialsTues 9 Mar FNC Opens Netball TrialsWed 10 Mar NC Opens HockeyThur 11 Mar Girls Leage Tag Gala dayFri 12 Mar NR V FNC Rugby League
Mon 15 Mar Yr12 Mid Course Exam Period All ATAR CoursesYr7 Disco & Parent Meet & Greet
Tues 16 Mar Yr7 Vaccinations: HPV Rnd 1 BoostrixFNC Opens Soccer KO & Trials
Thur 18 Mar 6pm: P&C Meeting - Staff Common Room
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Do you have any low-growing shrubs, agaves, bromeliads, succulents or natives at home that you would like to donate to the school for our gardens? If so then please call us on 07 55243007 or drop them in to the front office.
Low growing shrubs required
NO STUDENT ACCESS OR STUDENT DROP-OFF IN STAFF CAR PARKReminder to parents, carers and students: For safety reasons there is to be no student access or student drop-off in the Tweed River High School Car Park.
Thank you for your co-operation and understanding.
YOUTH AWARE OF MENTAL HEALTHYear 10 will be partaking in the Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) program on the 10th, 17th and 24th of March at TRHS. Students have been given notes advising parents and carers of this initiative. Please watch the following video for further information about this program.
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NSW Department of Education – Youth Aware of Mental Health – Parent Information sheet
Youth Aware of Mental Health
The Department of Education is working withBlack Dog Institute to run a school-basedpeer support and mental health literacy program called Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM).
What is YAM? YAM is a program aimed at addressing the mental health needs of young people. YAM involves discussion and role play. It aims to get young people involved and talking about mental health. By doing this young people will learn problem solving skillsand gain knowledge about mental health.This is a free program for all Year 10 students. The Department of Education hasfunded all costs associated with the YAMprogram.
Who is it for? Year 10 students
What is in the program? There are 6 themes addressed in theprogram
What is mental health? Self-help advice Stress and crisis Depression and suicidal thoughts Helping a friend in need? Who can I ask for advice?
How will YAM run in our school? YAM will run over 3 weeks and is delivered in the classroom setting (up to 30 students) by accredited trainers external to the school.
Week 1 Week 2 Week 3Opening session Role play 2 Closing
session
+ +Role play 1 Role play 3
Students will be given a booklet to keep. Itwill include a guide of local health resources as well as a list of different organisations who work with youth in the local community.
Who can I contact to discuss YAM?The contact for YAM in our school isBronwyn Mackney HT
When will YAM be delivered in our school?YAM will be delivered to Yr 10 on Wednesdays 10th, 17th and 24th March.
Where can I find more information about YAM?http://www.y-a-m.org/
CONGRATULATIONS FNC SWIMMERS!Congratulations to all our students who attended the Far North Coast Swimming Carnival on Tuesday 16th February. The students had a great day and came away with some very good results. Special mention to the following students who will now go on to the North Coast carnival to be held in Coffs Harbour; Lachlan Marshall, Toby Oakley, Connor Lloyd Ford, Trey Windley, Eli Griffiths and Shar Merchant. Huge congratulations must also go to Shar Merchant who after coming out of an arm cast a few days before the event still managed to succeed in being crowned Age Champion for the 15 Girls.
LIBRARY NEWSThe library has been a very busy place lately despite the fact that our air-con is undergoing repair. Students come to the library to read, to play chess or Uno and of course to study. Remember that tutors are available every Tuesday and Friday if you need one on one help.
Our manga collection is very popular this year. If you haven't read a graphic novel before, please come and grab one.... they are so much fun to read!
Remember that the Reading Challenge has started and that you have all year to read 15 books. We love to reward our readers and if you want to take part, just keep reading and add your books to your reading log (kept in the library). Good luck!
Ms Monniot-Kerr — Teacher Librarian
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Closed until 8.30am from 8am from 8am from 8am from 8am
The Future Choices Virtual Transition Expo for Students & People with Disability is a unique opportunity that connects young people, tertiary graduates & the community with disability to:
...and other support services to help them make informed decisions about their future.
Our virtual expo platform is accessible and has a range of features that the audience can use to fully participate in the event.
To register for the Future Choices Virtual Transition Expo:
Visit futurechoices.vfairs.com and register as an attendee.
Log on during the event (17 June, 9am – 5pm).
Explore the exhibit hall.
Attend the webinars that are of interest to you.
Parents and carers are also welcome to register along with staff / services supporting the transition of students and people with disability.
• Education / training providers• Employment services• Employers• Apprenticeship / traineeship services• Disability providers• Assistive technology suppliers• Government services
TAFE OPEN DAY WHEN: Tuesday 23rd March 2021 WHERE: Kingscliff TAFE – Caldera Restaurant TIME: 10:00am – 1:00pm TARGET: Year 10 students with disability, parents and teachers AIM: To assist Year 10 students (parents and teachers) to make informed
choices about enrolling in TAFE delivered VET courses as part of their Year 11 and 12 studies.
An introductory session will be held followed by a campus tour to look at a variety of
vocational training courses that students may choose as part of their pattern of study
for year 11 and year 12. Courses offered may include: Hairdressing, Fitness,
