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Coonabarabran High School Annual School Report 201 8347
Coonabarabran High SchoolAnnual School Report
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Principal’s MessageCoonabarabran High School is a high performing, comprehensive high school in a rural setting. The school enjoys a long and proud tradition of excellent student outcomes in the academic, sporting, cultural and citizenship arenas. The school provides students with diverse educational opportunities; both curricular and co-curricular. The students are positively encouraged and guided to extend themselves in a variety of fields, embracing the school motto 'Forever Dare'.
Coonabarabran High School is a respected and integral part of the local community. The school receives valuable input from all stakeholders, especially from parents, the Aboriginal community, business and other services as well as from local government. Such community support is a major feature of the school and further enhances the school's capacity to provide quality education to its students. Individualised curriculum and alternative pathways to a career or further study options underpin student achievement.
Additionally, the school is characterised by its strong focus on quality teaching including the integration of technology into the classroom. The school’s commitment to the fostering of high expectations and the supportive and positive rapport which exists between staff and students at the school is fundamental to the productive and positive nature of the school’s learning environment and has contributed to Coonabarabran High School’s recognition as a Centre for Excellence and the lead role it takes in the district.
Mr Mel Johnston
P & C REPORTThe Coonabarabran High School Parents and Citizens Association is a small group dedicated to contributing to the school in ways that improve the education and extracurricular activities of students. The open forum allows parents, carers and community members to raise issues of concern with staff, to develop and implement fund raising activities and to allocate funds to projects or equipment the group considers the highest priority for the school. It is also an excellent way of keeping in touch with what is happening at the school. This year our volunteer activities have included organising fundraisers, taking part in working bees and working in our school’s canteen. P&C representatives take part in formal school assemblies, merit selection panels and the prefect interview panel. A P&C sub-committee oversees
our school canteen and members also include staff and student representatives.
P&C meetings are held at 5.30pm on the last Monday of each month in our school Library and all parents and school community members are welcome to attend. It is currently a small group and new members are always welcome. The Principal and Deputy Principal attend meetings and deliver reports and address issues raised. We regularly invite guest speakers, such as new staff, to give brief presentations. Fundraising: Our major fundraiser this year was, as usual, running the canteen at “The Hut” at the North West Equestrian Expo in June. This year the rain bucketed down and keeping all the supplies and volunteers dry and warm was a challenge. Gumboots and Drizabones were the order of the day and adverse weather probably contributed to sales being a bit lower than the previous year. Planning and operation of the canteen was managed by Julie McGlashan who once again did a fantastic job. Staff, parents and carers assist by serving and preparing food throughout the activity. Expo is a significant state event, attracting hundreds of riders from across the state to Coonabarabran for the better part of a week.
A tour to the wineries in the Mudgee region was held in October and our annual raffle also generated significant funds. Special thanks must go to Rendle Hannah and Serena Fiegert for organising these events.
We also continue to be supported by Orana Mutual Community Assistance Fund and I must encourage everyone to join Orana Mutual and nominate the High School as the community group they wish to support.
These activities, along with canteen profits, provided a healthy working account. Staff submitted several projects for the committee to consider supporting with the following projects/items funded:
A Lino Printing Press for the Art DepartmentEnglish text booksA Real Care BabyGeography Field KitsA new electronic school sign
School Canteen: The canteen continues to be an outstanding success. Innovative, healthy menus have defied the odds and resulted in a consistently profitable enterprise which continues to raise substantial funds for the school – not to mention improving dietary habits of students. Our sincere thanks and appreciation must go to the canteen manager,
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Julie McGlashan, her staff, volunteers, students and the P&C sub-committee for their continuing efforts. Well done.
Appreciation: The support the P&C receives from the school community and our town is huge. None of our fundraisers would have been so profitable without people to buy raffle tickets or food, and none would have been so profitable without the willingness of so many people to donate their time and expertise to make them run so smoothly. Special thanks go to the school support staff members, who readily help with our ventures.
Coonabarabran High School has a deservedly high reputation for the quality of education it consistently delivers to the next generations of our community. There are several reasons for this, not least of which is that the community recognises the exceptional efforts and skills of the staff and consequently supports and embraces the school, adding significant value to the programs and services it delivers. On behalf of the P&C I thank all the staff, students and community members who have contributed to the school’s achievements.
Mark FosdickP&C President
Student Representative Council MessageThe Student Representative Council takes pride in being the student voice at Coonabarabran High.
The SRC was active in the Warrumbungle section of school SRCs, attending group meetings in Dunedoo and via video conference, and also ran their own planning meeting at the Acacia Motor Lodge as well as regular lunch time meetings at school.
The SRC was active in raising funds for Cystic Fibrosis, Father Chris Riley’s Youth off the Streets, The Glen McGrath Foundation, a well in Sri Lanka, Legacy and worked with the staff to raise money for the Dr Chris O’Brien Lifehouse at RPA. Other activities included being involved in the organisation of school socials, representing the school at events in and around Coonabarabran and the cooking of barbecues on various days. The SRC also ran two very successful weeks of activities during our Youth Week and Acceptance Week celebrations.
The SRC has had input into proposed changes to improve the school grounds and represents the
student body on the P&C Canteen Sub-committee.Congratulations and many thanks to all students who stood for election on the SRC, to those who were elected as well as to all students and staff who contributed to making the SRC activities such successes in 2012. The SRC looks forward to working with the whole school community in 2013.
Mrs Kellie Nash & Connor Graham (President)
Student InformationStudent attendance has decreased slightly from 87.5 to 87.2%. However, our school attendance was above the region, but below the State mean.
Student enrolment profile
Gender 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012Male 189 189 205 213 209
Female 196 188 211 203 204
Student attendance profile
Year 2008 2009 2010 2011 20127 90.2 89.9 90.3 91.5
8 86.3 89.8 88.2 87.59 87.0 88.8 86.7 86.610 86.4 91.2 84.8 84.611 85.7 88.9 87.2 85.512 80.2 91.8 88.4 87.8
Total 89.1 85.4 90.0 87.5 87.27 90.0 90.2 90.0 90.28 87.2 88.1 87.5 87.79 85.5 86.3 85.4 86.110 86.4 85.5 83.5 83.511 87.0 86.8 84.8 85.712 87.4 88.8 87.1 87.6
Total 87.7 87.0 87.6 86.4 86.77 92.3 92.6 92.5 92.48 90.0 90.5 90.1 90.19 88.8 89.1 88.8 88.710 88.7 88.3 87.1 87.011 89.4 89.1 87.6 87.612 89.4 89.8 89.2 89.3
Total 89.9 89.7 89.9 89.2 89.1
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Management of non-attendance
We have:* Continued to offer a broad curriculum (Yr
11/12) and support programs including mentoring, study centres, individual learning and leadership programs to facilitate sound Year 10 to 12 retention.
* Established an effective partnership with parents and carers to support ongoing pro-active measures to aim at improving student attendance.
* Provided students with preferred subject choices and VET options when developing our senior curriculum.
* Provided support for our senior students with the Year 12 Mentor Program.
* Continued to support the after school Study Centre and encouraged staff to promote student use.
* Developed personalised learning plans for students with high absenteeism.
Our student retention statistics are positive in comparison to both the State and the Region averages.
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Retention to Year 12 (SC to HSC)
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Post-school destinationsApproximately 97% of the Yr12 cohort attained the HSC and 62% were offered University placements Of the 69 Yr12 students an outstanding number of 20 gained early entry through Principal recommendation. In addition, 12% obtained Apprenticeships or Traineeships and 16% entered directly into the workforce.
Staff InformationThe teaching staff include a Principal, a Deputy Principal, 7 Executive and a School Counsellor. The teaching staff are supported by administrative and support staff.
Staff establishment
Position NumberPrincipal 1Deputy Principal(s) 1Assistant Principal(s) 1Head Teachers 6Classroom Teachers 26Teacher of Emotional Disabilities 1Teacher of Severe/Intellectual Disability
1Teacher of Multicategorical Disability
1Learning and Support Teacher 1Teacher Librarian 1Careers Advisor 1Counsellor 1School Administrative & Support Staff
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Indigenous TeachersCoonabarabran High School has two Indigenous teachers employed at the school. An Aboriginal Education Officer is employed on a permanent basis and three Indigenous School Learning Support Officers are employed using National Partnership and Norta Norta funding.
Teacher qualificationsAll teaching staff meet the professional requirements for teaching in NSW public schools.
Qualifications % of staffDegree or Diploma 90Postgraduate 10
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Financial SummaryThis summary covers funds for operating costs and does not involve expenditure areas such as permanent salaries, building and major maintenance.
Date of financial summary 30/11/2012Income $Balance brought forward 665030.81Global funds 373022.92Tied funds 307975.73School & community sources 208422.88Interest 30280.38Trust receipts 235601.55Canteen 0.00
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ExpenditureTeaching & learning
Key learning areas 101104.33Excursions 69682.13Extracurricular dissections 47349.93
Library 10073.92Training & development 3553.03Tied funds 400373.55Casual relief teachers 51879.62Administration & office 160794.16School-operated canteen 0.00Utilities 98364.82Maintenance 38699.22Trust accounts 251786.95Capital programs 42184.21Total expenditure 1275845.87Balance carried forward 544488.40
A full copy of the school’s 2012 financial statement is tabled at the annual general meetings of the School Council and/or the parent body. Further details concerning the statement can be obtained by contacting the school.
SIGNIFICANT PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES* Low Socio Economic Schools Program* Centre for Excellence - English* Student Welfare Program* Mentoring Program* Country Area Program* Programs for Students with Disabilities* Aboriginal Education Program* School Attendance Strategies* Study Homework Centre* Learning support Team* Student Leadership Program* Vocational Education Program* Professional Learning Program* HSC Revision Tutorial Program
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT IN 2012
2012 Higher School Certificate AnalysisIn 2012 we had a cohort of 67 students. Their strengths and interests were demonstrated across all key learning areas. Staff provided a great deal of additional support through tutorials, extra lessons on weekends and in holidays which undoubtedly contributed to this group’s fine results as students have once again excelled academically across a variety of subjects with five students achieving ATAR's above 90; Alexander Tighe achieved an outstanding ATAR of 99.35. In addition, Alexander's outstanding mark of 98% in Legal Studies placed him 2nd rank overall in the state. As Alexander gained band 6’s results in all of his subjects this earned him a well deserved place in the Merit List which honours the best all-round students in the state.
Our Year 12 students are enjoying the success that their hard work has secured. Once again the school community is incredibly proud of our HSC students with excellent results being achieved across a range of subjects. Many students gained Band 6 (over 90%) results as follows:
Legal Studies - Alexander Tighe, Victoria LeeGeneral Mathematics - Craig McGlashan, Jodie SteelAgriculture - Craig McGlashanEngineering Studies - Craig McGlashanBiology - Hugh RyanPD/H/PE - Rachel StorerEconomics - Alexander TigheEnglish (Advanced) - Alexander TigheMathematics - Alexander TigheMathematics Extension - Alexander TigheModern History - Alexander Tighe
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A number of subjects exceeded the state average which is a very fine result and reflects the passion and commitment which characterises the manner in which staff and students navigate the HSC journey.
In particular, above state average results were achieved in the following subjects:
* Mathematics Extension - 14% (above state average)
* Legal Studies - 13%* Engineering Studies - 11%* Agriculture, Ancient History, Business
Studies, Community & Family Studies, Design & Technology, Economics, English (Standard), English (Advanced), English Extension, Modern History, Music, PD/H/PE, Hospitality
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The following students have received early entry into University based upon Principal's Recommendation. These include:
CHARLES STURT UNIVERSITYRebecca Glover - Bachelor of Social Justice (Criminal Justice)James Bowden - Bachelor of Physiotherapy- Bachelor of Education (Health & Physical Education)Luke Mack - Bachelor of Education (Primary)Teigan Higgins - Bachelor of NursingGabrielle Olsen - Bachelor of Exercise ScienceSarah Waldron - Bachelor of NursingChris Frith - Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Rachel Storer - Bachelor of Exercise ScienceCraig McGlashan -Bachelor of Agricultural Business ManagementLeda Greenwood - Bachelor of Forensic BiotechnologyJasmine Chalker - Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor Teaching (Secondary)Taeya Habbits- Bachelor of Animal Science Amber Phillips- Bachelor of Nursing
SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITYJames Bowden- Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)Meghan Silk- Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLANDShane Bourke- LawJames Bowden- Exercise ScienceJasmine Chalker- Bachelor of Arts (Teaching)Jessica Cormie- Bachelor of Arts (Teaching)Madelyn Dumble- CriminologyGemma Evans- LawMathew Frith- Business LawRebecca Glover- Bachelor of Arts (Teaching)Leda Greenwood- Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)Taeya Habbits- Bachelor of ScienceJacinta Hayes- Bachelor of ScienceCraig McGlashan- Agriculture ScienceAmber Phillips- NursingJodie Steel- Bachelor of Arts (Primary Teaching)Sarah Waldron- Bachelor of Arts (Primary Teaching)Taylor Wood- Bachelor of Arts (Primary Teaching)
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEYRebecca Thew- Bachelor of Arts - conditional on ATARMadelyn Dumble- Bachelor of Arts - conditional on ATAR
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UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEYLandon Brady- Bachelor of Arts – Forensic Science
It is satisfying to see hard work so deservingly rewarded and congratulations and best wishes are extended to all of our Year 12 class of 2012 as they begin their new lives post-school.
2012 NAPLAN
Year 7* The Year 7 cohort were below the state
mean in all dimensions, however they were above the Western Region average in reading, writing, grammar and numeracy and below in spelling.
* The Year 7 cohort exceeded the average state growth from year 5 (2010) to Year 7 (2012) in all dimensions. Reading +12, Spelling +3.5, Grammar +8.7, Numeracy +13.8
* Year 7 Indigenous students' outcomes were above the average State Indigenous growth in all areas of NAPLAN except Spelling. They also exceeded above average State growth compared to all NSW students in both Reading and Numeracy.
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Year 9* The Year 9 cohort were below the state
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* The Year 9 cohort exceeded the average State growth from Year 7 (2010) in all dimensions except Numeracy which was on par with the mean state growth. Reading +2.4, Spelling +1 and Grammar +4.9.
* Year 9 Indigenous students' outcomes were above the average State Indigenous growth in all areas of NAPLAN except Reading (slightly below -2.3).
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The My School website provides detailed information and data for national literacy and numeracy testing (NAPLAN).
Click on the link http://www.myschool.edu.au and enter the school name in the Find a school and select GO.
ENGLISH2012 has been a successful and productive year for the English Faculty and our students.
* In the 2012 HSC English examinations, students achieved excellent results in both the Advanced and Standard courses, achieving above state average in both courses.
* A number of students from Years 7 to 12 participated in the 2012 English International Competition and Assessment for Schools. Coonabarabran High performed exceptionally well, especially as students participated right across Australasia. Our results were as follows:Distinction
Stephen SandersCredit
Connor GrahamDavid TigheConnor HincksElizabeth Graham
* Students also participated in the 2012 Writing International Competition and Assessment for Schools. Coonabarabran High performed exceptionally well. Our results were as follows:Credit
Connor GrahamAimee SandersDavid Tighe
* Coonabarabran High School entered Year 7 students into the International Competition and Assessments for School in Spelling, reflecting the continuing emphasis on literacy skills across the faculty areas.
* Our students continued to showcase their writing ability in a number of competitions where their prowess with words was acknowledged as follows:
Highly Commended in the Whitlam Institute What Matters Competition
Connor Graham
Highly Commended in the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writers Competition
Connor Graham
Highly Commended in the adult section of the Gulgong Henry Lawson Writing CompetitionRachel Storer
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High School section of the Grenfell Henry Lawson Writing CompetitionRachel Storer
Highly Commended in the adult section of the Gulgong Henry Lawson Writing CompetitionChris Frith
Highly Commended in the Sydney Morning Herald Young Writers CompetitionMonique Tanner
Commended in the Year 10 section of the Gulgong Henry Lawson Writing Competition.Ellie Capewell
Highly Commended in the Year 8 section of the Gulgong Henry Lawson Writing CompetitionAimée Sanders
Highly Commended in the Year 8 section of the Gulgong Henry Lawson Writing CompetitionAnnie Nash
Third in the Children's section of the Banjo Patterson Writing Competition
Annie NashHighly Commended in the Year 7 section of the Sydney Morning Herald Younger Writers Competition- Gabrielle Webster
* In the Shakespeare Festival the standard of performance once again impressed the judges. Awards were given out for scenes, monologues, duologues and individual acting as follows:
Encouragement Award Duologue Years 9/10James Wilkes, Jenna Cormie
Encouragement Award Duologue Year 11Chloe Sutherland, Latoya Kuras
Highly Commended Duologue Year 9/10Ellie Capewell, Rebecca Silk
Highly Commended Duologue Year 11Holly Norton, Mikaela Hadfield
Best Duologue Year 9/10Makayla Munns, Sam Bowden
Best Duologue Year 11Jemmae Dow, Alice Fosdick
Encouragement Award Scene Year 9Ashley Michael, Samantha Storer, Luke Edwards, Josh Masman
Encouragement Award Scene Year 10Phoebe Hensby, Sharleen Jones, Annie Woo
Encouragement Award Scene Year 11Jack Reynolds, Connor Graham, Monique Tanner, Danielle Andrews
Highly Commended Scene Year 9Joseph Elton, Katherine Harris, Lukas Connell, Carla Shoobert
Highly Commended Scene Year 10Clayton McKinnon, Jim Nash, Sam Redfern
Highly Commended Scene Year 11Peter Pearson, Nathan Verrender, Johanna Vogt
Best Scene Year 9Caitlyn McHugh, Charlie Smith, Sara Hincks
Best Scene Year 10Samantha Smith, Jaimi-Lee Bennett, Olivia Eastburn
Best Scene Year 11Simon Bouwsema, Grace Leask, Jeanette Schaeche
Reserve Champion Scene or DuologueSamantha Smith, Jaimi-Lee Bennett, Olivia Eastburn
Champion Scene or DuologueJemmae Dow, Alice Fosdick
Runner up Best Actor Year 9Caitlyn McHugh
Best Actor Year 9Jesse Doolan
Runner up Best Actor Year 10Clayton McKinnon
Best Actor Year 10Jaimi-Lee Bennett
Runner up Best Actor Year 11Jeanette Schaeche
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Best Actor Year 11Jemmae Dow
Young Shakespearean Actor of the YearJemmae Dow
* Coonabarabran High students really do have the gift of the gab and student achievements throughout the year in the areas of public speaking and debating have certainly served to prove the veracity of this statement.
Public Speaking* Year 10 student Clayton McKinnon has won
his way through to the zone finals of the Rotary District 9650 Public Speaking Competition. Year 9 student David Tighe once again took on the challenge of representing Coonabarabran High School in the Legacy Public Speaking competition.
Debating* Coonabarabran High School took on the
Premier’s Debating Challenge with style and gusto in 2012. This year saw our school enter three teams in this state-wide competition. The competition was structured into three levels; Years 7 and 8, Years 9 and 10 and the Senior Division, Years 11 and 12 with results as follows:
Year's 7 & 8* This team, coached by Mrs Partridge and Ms
Doolan, proved that being relative newcomers to debating did not translate to being a barrier to success. Annie Nash, Aimée Sanders, Sally Deshon and Alison Green won 2 of their 3 debates and certainly improved their skills with each encounter. They missed out on claiming the title of Zone Champions by the narrowest of margins and will undoubtedly be a force to be reckoned with in the future.
Year's 9 & 10* David Tighe, Elizabeth Graham, Stephen
Sanders and Clayton McKinnon took up the challenge of debating in Years 9 and 10. Ably coached by Mrs Birrell and Ms Bell, the team debated with confidence and verve, winning all 3 of their debates to claim the title of Zone Champions.
* Whilst unsuccessful at regional finals, the team was honoured by the selection of David Tighe in the Western Region team which will compete at the State Championships in Sydney in November. This was a just reward for a talented young speaker.
Senior Debating* Mrs Macintosh and Mr Gardiner embraced
the challenge of Senior Debating. Due to the demands of the HSC, our Year 12 debaters Alexander Tighe, Matt Frith, Chris Frith and Seth Baker were ably reinforced by Year 11 students Connor Graham and Jack Reynolds.
These gentlemen proved that the love of a good argument will always sustain an entertaining debate. Whilst victory eluded the team in 2 of their 3 debates, this was certainly not for a want of passion and personality on the team's part.
* Year 12 English students attended HSC revision lectures in Dubbo in June.
* In July the school, once again hosted a successful Writers’ Festival; what has now become the annual ‘Feast of Words’. Visiting presenters included authors J C Burke, Peter FitzSimons and Kirsty Eagar, screenwriter Patrick May, ex-student and playwright Julian Larnach and UNE lecturer Mutuota Kigotho. The focus for three days was on writing and the beauty of words.
* In August, English lecturers from the University of Sydney visited our school to discuss HSC texts with Extension, Advanced and Standard English students. Professor Will Christie and Mr Atilla Orel also had their lectures video conferenced to a number of schools across the Western Region.
* HSC Extension 1 English students attended a study day at Newington College, Sydney in May and in October; our new HSC candidates attended a workshop day at Sydney University hosted by The Romantic Studies Association of Australasia.
* HSC Advanced students attended a performance of ‘Hamlet’ and took part in a study symposium, at the Seymour Centre Sydney. HSC Standard students also travelled to Sydney to view a performance of their prescribed text, ‘Shoe-Horn Sonata’. CAP funding supported both of these worthwhile excursions.
* In October, the Advanced English class were the inaugural guests of the Sydney University English Faculty as part of their Outreach Program. Students attended lectures and workshops on Shakespeare, were given a guided tour of the campus and information to
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encourage then to consider Sydney University for their tertiary studies.
* Senior students in the Standard course experienced the world of war poet Wilfred Owen bought to life by the players in Poetry in Action.
* Mr Gardiner continued in his valuable role as Support Person to the students participating in the Xsel Program. As well as providing ongoing support and tuition, Mr Gardiner accompanied students to a residential workshop in Dubbo in November.
* Faculty members ran professional development days for other schools as part of our Centre for Excellence Community of Practice. This included a midyear workshop in Dubbo where Professor Wayne Sawyer from the University of Western Sydney and retired English Head Teacher Jane Sherlock lectured to teachers from across the region on raising standards in Senior English. In November, the faculty hosted a workshop at Coonabarabran High which was attended by 54 teachers with another 10 schools joining in via video conference. On this occasion, Jane Sherlock presented on the new 7-10 English Syllabus. Our school was the first school in the state to host a workshop on this important (and exciting) step in implementing the National Curriculum.
* The Multi-Lit and Fluency Reading Programs have continued to successfully support student learning.
* Faculty staff maintained their commitment to ongoing professional learning and have attended numerous Saturday workshops in Dubbo conducted by the Western Plains English Teachers Association. Additionally, staff also attended various other lectures and workshops throughout the year, thereby ensuring that their students have access to great ideas and teaching strategies to support their success the English classroom.
* The faculty was very grateful to receive generous funding from the P&C which enabled fresh texts to be purchased.
* Sadly, the school farewelled Mrs Rebecca Partridge at the end of Term 3. Her professionalism and friendly rapport will definitely be Armidale High School’s gain. In 2013 it will be wonderful to welcome Mrs Bell back to a full teaching load in our faculty.
MATHEMATICSHighlights of 2012 for the Mathematics Faculty include:
* In the second year of the QuickSmart program, over 30 Year 7 and Year 8 students participated in pairs in regular sessions of practice in Numeracy skills in order to improve proficiency and confidence in Mathematics. Evaluation of last year’s program has shown very pleasing results and had a positive effect upon students’ NAPLAN results. Thanks are extended to the QuickSmart team for their effort throughout the year.
* The inaugural Feast of Pi festival was held in July. The day consisted of students participating in workshops ran by Dr Kerrie Mengersen from QUT, Dr Pep Serrow from UNE, Mr Harry Langes and Mrs Margo Dent from Gilgandra High School and Mr Jamie Sampson from Dubbo Senior Campus. The workshops gave the students an insight into the type of careers associated with Mathematics and gave them the opportunity to participate in practical activities.
* In August eight Year 8 students participated in the Year 8 Problem Solving Day in Armidale. The day consisted of the students working in teams on a variety of mathematical problems. The students represented the school well and are congratulated on their efforts.
* The MATHS300 program was purchased and is being used in Year 7 and Year 8 classrooms. The program focuses on hands-on learning activities and provides engaging and practical lessons for our students.
* In October, Year 7 students from Coonabarabran High School along with Year 6 students from Coonabarabran Public School and St Lawrence’s Primary School participated in the inaugural Problem Solving Day. The day involved the students working in teams of four in a variety of activities focusing on team work and using their mathematical skills. The day was a success and thank you to all involved.
* Year 12 Mathematics students attended HSC revision lectures in Dubbo and Armidale. They also participated in a HSC revision day at Coonabarabran High School which was led by the Mathematics staff along with Mr Kevin Sharp and Mrs Margaret Humphrey.
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* Mathematics Competitions – including the Australian Mathematics Trust Competition and the ICAS competitions. Our students once again showed their potential in a range of Mathematical Competitions and were well deserving of credit for their efforts.
Australian Mathematics Trust CompetitionCredit
Stephen SandersDavid TigheKevin Lee
SCIENCE* Several activities were attended by senior
science students this year. In February Year 12 Chemistry students travelled to Dubbo Senior College to attend a lecture by a polymer chemist, Associate Professor Gary Dennis, who reviewed the HSC Chemistry section on plastics and discussed his career, which involved developing polymers for cars and also as a consultant to a movie.
* This year a new excursion to Sydney was organised for senior Biology, Earth and Environmental Science, Physic and Chemistry students, in an effort to enhance their learning outcomes in these subjects. Activities covered were: a visit to ANSTO, the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, to learn about how radioactive elements are examined; The Australian Museum to visit the mega fauna and explore environments through time with a focus on evolutionary processes; the Powerhouse Museum to enable students to gain a greater knowledge and understanding of ecological issues; Museum of Human Disease where students were able to observe hundreds of specimens from all parts of the human body that had suffered diseases; Taronga Zoo to study adaptations in a variety of species and finally a trip to Luna Park to give the Physics students the opportunity to practically study the concepts they examine in their studies such as the use of electricity and magnetism with dodgem cars. Both students and teachers found this excursion very informative, and it is planned to make this a regular biannual excursion.
* To cover studies on an ecosystem, Year 11 Biology and Earth and Environmental Science students went to the Macquarie Marshes. In June, Year 12 attended the University of New England Booster HSC activities. This gave students a taste of university life and enabled them to participate in lectures and activities to enhance their
understanding of their senior science subjects.
* With this year being the rare occasion to observe the Transit of Venus, Mr Nott gave everyone at Coonabarabran High the opportunity to view Venus crossing the sun on the 6th of June. As this event will not be observed again until 2117, it gave everyone a once in a lifetime experience.
* Still on the astronomy theme, in March, Year 8 went on a trip to Siding Springs Observatory to meet a fair dinkum astronomer, Donna Burton, who discussed with us why poor old Pluto was no longer a planet and students also discovered the number of different occupations and careers that are necessary to keep the Observatory up and running.
* As part of the school’s focus on literacy Ms Higgins’ Year 8 class entered the International Science Poetry Competition. This year’s theme was Chemistry and Aimee Sander’s poem titled “A Chemistry Tale” received first prize in her age group. Again, congratulations Aimee!
* In Term 2, Year 9 and 10 students represented our school in the Science & Engineering Challenge at Narrabri. They were required to build bridges, earthquake proof buildings, eco-friendly houses, catapults and aeroplanes. These were tested against those from other schools and they were successful in gaining first place overall. This enabled them to represent the North West region in Newcastle in late August, where they continued to improve on past year’s results by coming fourth. An excellent achievement by all!
* Students represented themselves and the School in several science competitions this year achieving the following results:
Big Science CompetitionHigh Distinction
Richard KnightStephen Sanders
DistinctionDavid TigheClayton McKinnon
CreditAugustus EltonPrue GordonGeorgina EltonTjark VogtLuke EdwardsKevin Lee
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Internal Competitions & Assessment for Schools - ScienceDistinction
David TigheLuke EdwardsKevin Lee
CreditStephen SandersMarcus Young
* Unfortunately, Ms Higgins left us in Term 4 moving closer to her family. We wish her all the best in her new life and thank Miss Lynch for her help in Term 4. Next year, we will welcome back Mr Morrissey after a long absence as a regional IT consultant.
HUMAN SOCIETY & ITS ENVIRONMENT
2012 has been another hectic year for the HSIE faculty. As a faculty we have had a number of opportunities to enhance our knowledge and that of our students both in the classroom and beyond including:
* Participation in a network Geography skills enhancement day held at Warrumbungle Environmental Education Centre.
* CHS hosted a day for History teachers where we were able to begin the process of understanding and planning for the National Curriculum which we will begin to implement in the classroom in 2014. This day also gave us the opportunity to learn from experts in both Modern and Ancient History with a focus on the skills of writing under examination conditions and simulated marking of examination scripts. Lectures in Ancient and Modern HSC topics for both history teachers and students were also conducted.
* The HTA ran a planning day with a view to the implementation of the new curriculum in April, which was well attended by HSIE staff.
* Year 12 Geography students travelled to the Macquarie Marshes to study the ecosystem of the area and to look at various management strategies in place across the marshes. These students also travelled to Sydney with the Year 11 and 12 Science students in May to study urban dynamics in the suburb of Pyrmont and the changing nature of cities.
* Year 11 Geography students enhanced their understanding of water catchments and the impact of human activity within an environment when they completed two days of field work in the Warrumbungles and along
the Castlereagh River, concluding with a tour of the water treatment plant.
* Year 10 students studied a number of geographical issues impacting their local community including waste management, the business of recycling, land and water management and projects to manage erosion in and around town. This study was enhanced with the participation of a number of local experts in their field from the Warrumbungle Shire Council.
* Year 8 students spent a day studying the local water supply and the difficulties involved in maintaining a clean water supply. They visited Timor Dam and studied the impact of human activities on a water catchment at Timor Rock. Students also visited the Warrumbungle Environmental Education Centre to hone some important field work skills.
* Year 8 students were lucky enough to participate in the Zoo Snooze at Taronga Western Plains Zoo. This gave students an opportunity to study the role of zoos in management of endangered species and look at some special breeding programs.
* Year 7 students as part of their study of mountain environments climbed the Grand High Tops in the Warrumbungles studying some of the key geological features along the way.
* Year 11 and 12 Aboriginal Studies students with the help of Mr Piper conducted several site studies with a focus on local Indigenous history at Burra Bee Dee, making some important historical finds in the process. These students were also actively involved in the ‘Sorry Day’ march and ceremonies.
* Year 12 Legal Studies students, accompanied by Ms Doolan, travelled to Sydney to attend the annual HSC enhancement lectures conducted by the Legal Studies Association of NSW.
* Year 12 Business Studies and Economics students attended HSC enrichment lectures at Armidale University.
* Year 11 Legal Studies students successfully competed in the state wide Mock Trial competition. This competition pits students’ minds and knowledge of the law against each other in a series of “court room battles”; the CHS team of students were regional runners up.
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* Year 12 Legal Studies, Ancient History, Economics, Modern History and Business Studies students attended the annual HSC Lecture Days in Dubbo in June.
* The 9/10 Archaeology & World Issues class and Year 11 Ancient History class undertook an archaeology excursion to Sydney in March, engaging in a range of activities including visiting The Big Dig at The Rocks, Nicholson Museum, Maritime Museum and Jewish Museum.
* Thanks are extended to the P&C for their generous funding of resources for the faculty.
* Years 7 to 12 participated in various competitions. Our results were as follows:
Australian Geography CompetitionHigh Distinction
Joe BowenLuke MackStephen SandersJack ReynoldsDavid TigheEmily Young
DistinctionAimee SandersSteven BakerJesse DoolanConnor HincksAlex JerryChelsea EdwardsKevin LeeMakayla MunnsMeghan Silk
CreditClayton McKinnonJames NashJessica CormieAlice FosdickLeda GreenwoodJeanette SchaecheWilliam Watson
Australian Business Studies CompetitionHigh Distinction
Matt FrithSeth Baker
CreditChris Frith
Australian Economics CompetitionHigh Distinction
Matt FrithDistinction
Alexander TigheCredit
Gemma Evans
New South Wales Geography CompetitionHigh Distinction
Lilian BettsJoseph BowenKevin LeeClayton McKinnonMakayla Munns
DistinctionJaimi-Lee BennettSam BowdenEllie CapewellConnor HincksAmber MartinJames NashSam RedfernRebecca SilkSamantha SmithEmily Young
CreditNicholas BakerAmy CoeNathan CoxCharlie DumbleBrodie EdmondstoneOlivia Eastburn Belinda GloverSamantha HarrisPheobe HensbyBrittany KellyJasmin PittNattalie SchaecheKelly WrenchHayley Yarnold
LOTE (LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH/ German)* 2012 witnessed further success in foreign
language acquisition at Coonabarabran High School. The first ROSA group completed their Stage 5 German studies. Johanna Vogt, who was excelled in the junior school, completed the HSC Continuers German course in Year 11 with great success.
* Imogen Morrissey will finish her Rotary exchange to Germany in January and will come home as a near-native speaker. Imogen will be studying languages as part of her degree at Macquarie University in 2013.
* There have been four Stage 4 German classes this year, who have been exposed to the German language and the cultures of German speaking countries for the first time. Some of these students have chosen to continue with their study in 2013.
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VISUAL ARTS DEPARTMENT* This year the Visual Arts students in Years 7-
12 have created wonderful works that show creativity and talent. The new gallery in the Administration corridor has been a frequent host to our students artworks, showcasing the best in Visual Arts and Photography classes. The Visual Arts department was fortunate to receive funding from the P&C for the purchase of a printing press that will be put to good use in the coming months.
* The Year 7 classes worked on great projects, including sculptures, paintings and their very own logos. Year 8 have also produced a good range of images using the traditional materials of painting and drawing as well as digital works. The Year 9/10 elective students have yet again made stunning major works, showing their creativity and talent. The students works explore printmaking, 3D sculpture, mixed media, painting and drawing.
* In the senior years, the Year 11 Visual Arts students created amazing artworks, especially in the Surrealism Sculpture unit, where the quirky, the irreverent and the truly bizarre were the norm. Our Year 12 Visual Arts students completed their major works in September, exploring a range of mediums in photography, painting, drawing and printmaking.
* The Photography students in Year 11 and 12 focused on digital imaging this year as their core medium. Year 11 students created works based on design and manipulation, whilst the Year 12 students created a portfolio of works as part of their Independent Project. Magazines, posters and flyers representing their interests were all produced digitally, with the finished works looking stunning.
* Year 10 Visual Arts elective student Hayley Yarnold was fortunate to participate in a watercolour workshop with artist Georgia Mancer and members of WACCI. Hayley learnt the tips and tricks of watercolour painting and experimented with a variety of techniques. We thank WACCI for giving our students the opportunity to participate in this workshop.
* The excursion to ArtExpress, on display in Dubbo, gave the 9/10 elective class and senior Visual Arts and Photography classes an opportunity to experience the best of HSC Visual Arts major works from 2011. The
touring exhibition showcases students works in a variety of expressive forms and showed just how talented and creative young people can be today.
* Students displayed their artworks in St. Lawrence’s School’s art fair and the WACCI art exhibition in October.
SUPPORT UNIT* Students in the Support Unit have again
participated in a wide variety of activities during the year. The Riding for the Disabled program continued to offer our students experiences in horse riding and horse care. A Horse Riding Program was also initiated for 2012 that incorporated aspects of horsemanship and advanced riding techniques. Students participated in the Breakthru Athletics Carnival with significant success for all students. The students were also treated to a visit by a top junior Australian and International Motorcross rider, his team and his bike.
* An excursion to Camp Cypress and other notable local areas was organised for students using CAP funding. Several students from the Support Unit were given the opportunity to go to the Ag Skills Day where they participated in several workshops with agricultural experts.
* During the year the students engaged in practical and applied mathematics activities as part of the Feast of Pi. The students were required to build towers using masking tape and newspaper; and using paddlepop sticks and blue tack. These activities proved very challenging in windy conditions, where higher wasn’t necessarily as important as stability.
* Once again the backbone of the Support Unit were the School Learning Support Officers, Mrs Yvonne Rice, Mr Dennis Coe, Mrs Kim Canham, Mrs Michelle McEvoy, Miss Megan Rice and Mrs Anne-Maree Harris. Their work with the students and the support they give to the teachers is invaluable, both within the unit and in mainstream classes.
ABORIGINAL EDUCATIONPolicy Statement Commitments* Our school is committed to improving the
educational outcomes and wellbeing of Aboriginal students so that they excel and achieve in every aspect of their education. It is our goal that Aboriginal students will match or better the outcomes of the broader student population.
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* Our school is committed to increasing knowledge and understanding of the histories, cultures and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the First People of Australia. We will provide Aboriginal cultural education for all staff and students and ensure the strengths, diversity, ownership and richness of Aboriginal cultures and Custodianship of Country are respected, valued and promoted.
* Our school is committed to collaborative decision making with Aboriginal peoples, parents, caregivers, families and their communities. We will identify and engage our Aboriginal community as partners in Aboriginal Education.
'These commitments affirm the inherent right of Aboriginal students to fair, equitable, culturally inclusive and significant educational opportunities so that all students obtain a high quality education as a platform for enriching their life chances and achieving their full potential.'
(Dept. School Education Policy Statement)
National Sorry Day* Many of our students including Captains
and Indigenous Youth Leadership Scholarship students, participated in the National Sorry Day on 26 May 2012.
NAIDOC* NAIDOC Week celebrations commenced
with a flag raising ceremony with special guests, Aboriginal Elders adding to the significance of the day. In addition, throughout the week a number of Aboriginal students spoke on the assembly about the importance of NAIDOC Week and reconciliation. The week ended with a BBQ lunch in the quadrangle, with students, parents and community members together enjoying bush foods such as kangaroo, emu and crocodile. A number of students attended NAIDOC celebrations organised by the local Aboriginal Land Council and supported by all local schools. Landon Brady and Krystle Sutherland spoke on the importance and history of NAIDOC celebrations.
Indigenous Youth Leadership Program* In March 2012, all Coonabarabran High
IYLP Scholarship holders attended a Mini Gathering Camp at Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo. Students were involved in a range of activities including leadership and a zoo tour at night. Teamwork was critical to the student's success on all levels. Presentations were delivered by local community elders and role models. The
gathering worked to reinforce the students' roles as leaders as well as focusing on academic achievement and commitment to education.
* This year 4 of our school's Indigenous Youth Leadership Program Scholarship holders, successfully complete Year 12. The graduating scholarship holders were: Leslie Cain, Landon Brady, Taeya Habbits and Dylan Neville.
* A number of Aboriginal students travelled to Sydney to participate in a visit to the University of Western Sydney. The excursion was aimed at Year 11 and 12 Indigenous students with a focus on access to University. The excursion was co-ordinated by University of Western Sydney along with Jenny Sullivan and Krystle Sutherland. The students were exposed to University life and students came away with a clearer career path and study plan for their future.
* IYLP students participated in community meetings and fundraising activities and gained valuable experience in carrying out roles including chairing and facilitating events, writing and delivery of speeches, volunteer work and a range of external training programs. This volunteer work included working with students from Yuluwirri Preschool and Coonabarabran Primary School.
* The school community is justly proud of these young people and the positive contribution that they make to their school and community.
Cultural Events* Aboriginal boys from Years 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and
10 attended an Aboriginal boy's cultural day at Burra Bee Dee Mission which was organised by Sheryl Nixon, Patty Chatfield, Mel Johnston, Andrew Piper, Patty Cain, Ian Nixon and Will Robinson. The day commenced with a smoking ceremony run by Patty Chatfield - a traditional practice still used today. The 'smoking ceremony' set the scene and mood for the day and all boys were respectful and well mannered. The smoking ceremony was attended by Mr Johnston and a colleague from the Department of Education & Communities. Students were involved in talks about respect and culture such as workshops to help with their identity and to build self-esteem. The boys were allocated groups to work together and learn as a team. During the day we had a visit from the local Police
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Sergeant Scott Tanner and Detective Scott which was accepted very well by all and the boys asked a lot of interesting questions and were very respectful. The boys had a good yarn and gained an understanding on how the law works and this will go a long way in developing a good relationship with the local police. Overall, the day was a success and the boys are keen to participate in more cultural activities supported by the school. The positive comments that have been made since the day are very pleasing and it is something we will do more often. Thanks to Mr Johnston and Mr Enks for their support with the organisation and the running of the day. The school would like to thank our local Aboriginal Elders and the Aboriginal Local Land Council for their support of the day.
* Since that day, the boys along with Mike Myers our local youth worker, have been successful in organising a game of basketball against the local police. The game was played on 27 November at the Coonabarabran Youth Club.
* On 26 October, teachers from Coonabarabran High - Dr Stevenson, Mr Johnston and support staff Mr Coe and Mr Robinson along with special guest Troy Newbury who was a visiting practicum teacher from Sydney - participated in an Aboriginal Cultural day experience at Tara Cave in the Warrumbungle National Park and the Sandstone Caves which are situated in the Pilliga Reserve National Park. Will Robinson guided the walks and shared local knowledge and yarns along the way to make it a rich cultural experience especially for our visiting teacher. Throughout the day there was a lot of sightseeing and conversation about the sites and the local boys who attended were very respectful and well behaved and participated actively during all activities. Our visiting teacher Mr Newbury was fascinated by the vegetation and terrain around Coonabarabran area especially the Warrumbungles. He constantly praised our school and our students especially the boys who were on the excursion. Overall it was a successful day and I can confidently say that every one of us gained something from the experience. Since the excursion, the boys are hungry for more opportunities to get out and learn about our local area and appreciate where we live.
TAS (TECHNOLOGICAL & APPLIED STUDIES)* The Trade Training Centre was completed
and delivery of the frameworks in Metal and Engineering and Hairdressing commenced at the beginning of the 2012 school year. The Hairdressing facility provides state-of-the-art equipment for the use of Coonabarabran High School students as well as students from Gunnedah and the Northern Border Access Schools.
Design & Technology* In Year 12 Design & Technology, all the
projects were completed to a very pleasing standard with a well-presented and documented folio. The students worked very hard to produce their authentic projects - these covered a range of skills and interests:
Laura EnksDesigned riding equipment for the disabled
Rebecca GloverT-shirts and accessories raising awareness of bullying and depression affecting youth.
Matthew McHugh A stable walker-styled laundry trolley
Jayden Wood-Nicholson Cycle transport rack and work station
Industrial Technology Timber* The Industrial Technology Timber students
completed the following projects:
Frederick AbramsGuitar
Sam Bowen Variation of a Stickley Morris chair
Dylan Brand A rocking chair
Jake Chambers Garden Bench Seat
Nathan Chapman Variation of a Stickley Morris chair
Matthew McHugh Day bed
Blake Scott TV Cabinet
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Steven Seabrook Hall Table
Lachlan Tudgey Pepper Shaker
Joseph Young Burl Top TV Unit
VET* Metal and Engineering, Primary Industries
and Hospitality VET courses are very popular and allow students to develop valuable skills toward future employment. Each student is required to complete 70 hours work placement within the relevant industry and are supported by the local community to achieve this requirement.
* To supplement the students’ Hospitality qualification and add to their employability within the industry, a Barista course was included into the 2012 program. This course was very successful and along with the First Aid certificate gained by the Hospitality and Primary Industry students, gives the students additional qualifications for when they enter the workforce.
MUSIC* Term 1 in 2012 was busy preparing for the
School Musical performances early in Term 2. A wonderful cast learnt large numbers of speaking lines and parts, songs, dances and character acting, cramming the rehearsals into all the opportunities available to them. The Musical Band was also busy, rehearsing weekly, to create a wonderful accompaniment to the action on the stage. The crew participated by making and painting props and scenery, helping with clothes and make-up and contributing to the success of the matinee and three performance nights. The result of the work of this large team of students and staff was humorous, enjoyable, amazing performances of ‘Sheerluck Holmes’.
* Year 7 have been learning to write, listen and perform music. They have also researched music, using some of their information to make their own Power Point presentations.
* Year 8 play acoustic guitars and also perform in their class band. They have played songs in both rock and popular styles. Year 8 explore African music by listening, writing and playing rhythms and
melodies using polyrhythm and cross rhythms.
* In Year 8 every student chooses an instrument to learn to play. The drum kits and electric guitars are popular. Other instruments played in Year 8 include violin, acoustic guitar, keyboard, piano, bass guitar, recorder, djembe (African drums) and flute.
* Year 9/10 perform as part of their Junior Elective Syllabus. Additional performance opportunities are found in School Assemblies and special events such as the SRC week. Students use their own creative ideas in composition writing, and listen, research and present music from their areas of interest in musicology. Topics include Australian Music and Music of Radio, Film, Television and Multi-Media.
* Years 11 and 12 have given many performances in assemblies. Year 12 prepares for their practical HSC Examination performing their individual program in lunchtime concerts as well as two evening concerts. Both years have a busy program of aural, musicology, composition and performance work.
* The Schools and Community Band continues to flourish. The Orbital Swing Band is made up of a good proportion of students from this school. The band members rehearse each week for 2½ hours, and more time is spent preparing for special events. These events are often part of the community calendar with opportunities to support Australia Day celebrations and Anzac Day Remembrance to name only two of the huge number of events in which the Band has participated.
* High School Band members also tutor students in the Beginner Band. Their contribution provides opportunities for younger students to learn a musical instrument.
* The School Choir travelled to Sydney for a two day rehearsal with other secondary school choirs. This was followed by performances in the 20th Annual Celebration Concert accompanied by an orchestra and the Sydney Town Hall organ. Our Choir not only contributed to the final Celebration Concert, but also helped raise money for the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. Our Choir representatives were: Jack Ayoub, Jaimi-Lee Bennett,
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Caitlyn Bowden, Samantha Harris, Tabitha Harris, Antonia Knight and Hayley Yarnold.
* Coonabarabran High School, after a thorough audition process, had a number of students invited to attend “Maxed Out” (the Secondary School contribution to the Moorambilla Festival held in Coonamble). This year’s students included Jack Ayoub, Simon Bouwsema, Byron Coe, Caragh Fretwell, Domanic Lugli, Dylan Lugli, and Emma Tudgey.
* Formal assemblies are always an opportunity to hear our students present a wide range of music. This year we have enjoyed performances from singers, instrumentalists and ensembles. Performers included Jaimi-Lee Bennett, Danielle Andrews, Victoria Lee, Shane Bourke, Alex Tighe, Hugh Ryan and Nerida Hannah.
* A small ensemble of violinists set the mood for the Year 12 Farewell Dinner. Our musicians were Jenna Cormie, Nathan Cox, Katherine Harris and Nancy Doolan.
* AMEB (Australian Music Examinations Board) were held as both Practical and Written Examinations. Our students completed the following grades: Written Examinations:
Musicianship 2Caitlyn McHugh
Practical ExaminationsViolin Grade 6Nathan CoxPiano Grade 4Caitlyn McHugh
* CHS students helped with the organisation and performed in the “Mimosa” Concert at the Festival of Instruments held in the Sydney Opera House. Our students were Baggy Karagiannis, Matilda Clifton, Lydia Harris and Nathan Cox.
* Young Australia Workshops enabled music and art students to experience a performance by an urban Aboriginal artist/musician. Students were also able to learn about Ghana in West Africa, listening to music and hearing traditional stories from that country.
AGRICULTURE* Coonabarabran High School Agriculture
and Primary industries classes have had a
successful and busy year. Students have been involved in all facets of the plant and livestock production systems in the Ag Plot. For example, Primary Industries students over the last two years have been increasing their fencing skills by building a security fence to expand the area available for livestock during weekends and holiday periods. Students have attended extra curriculum excursions such as the Coonabarabran Show, Coonamble Show, Tamworth Show, The Royal Brisbane Show and the Merino Lamb Competition in Dubbo.
Livestock Showing Achievements:
Coonabarabran Show* Students from Coonabarabran High
exhibited six heifers and one steer at the Coonabarabran Show on the 9th and 10th of March. Students competed in the Paraders Competition where they were judged on their ability to handle and present their animals. There was some fierce competition from Coolah Central School and other exhibitors. Our students displayed excellent animal handing skills especially Lachlan McEvoy and Emily Young who won their age divisions. Both students competed for Grand Champion Parader where all the students who won their age divisions competed against each other. Lachlan McEvoy, the youngest competitor in the event won Reserve Champion Parader of the Coonabarabran Show, this was an outstanding result! Caitlyn Green, Emily Young and Sam Smith impressed the judges to qualify for the Parader's Competition at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
* We also exhibited five Charolais heifers owned by Terry and Maylene Griffin from Temana Charolais Baradine. These heifers were also very successful. Temana Georgia was placed 3rd in European Heifer under 14months old. Heifers Temana F86 and F107 were placed first and second in European heifer under 18 months. In the steer section our Angus Limousin steer named ‘Buddy’ was placed second.
Sydney Royal * Coonabarabran High School Berkshire gilt
was awarded Supreme Champion Pig at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. This 12 month old gilt is the progeny of the school’s champion sow, Vicki, and was shown by Richard and Heather Cole of Forbes, who originally donated Vicki as a young gilt to the high school. Richard has been breeding
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Berkshire pigs for 50 years. This was his best win so far at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
Tamworth Show* Cody Hoy, Alex Kirk & Jacquelyn Hoy
enjoyed great success in Pig Parading at the Tamworth Show recently. Three gilts took 1st (Camilla), 2nd (Sarah) & 3rd (Georgia) place in the 4-6 month category. Camilla went on to win Reserve Champion Junior Sow (under 12 months category) Our Senior Sow, Jacki, was awarded Reserve Champion (over 12 months category)
Brisbane Royal Show* On 4 August, 11 Coonabarabran High
School Students with their 5 steers travelled to the Royal Queensland Show, otherwise known as the Ekka. This is the largest and most prestigious agricultural show in Australia. Our students competed against 300 students from throughout Queensland and New South Wales.
* The students’ results were outstanding, receiving placing's in all areas they competed in. In the Paraders Competition Sam Smith, Lachlan McEvoy and Joe Bowen were finalists with Joe placing 8th in his age group. In the Junior Judging Competition Caitlyn Green, Samantha Cormie and Joe Bowen were placed 5th in the Team Section. Joe’s commentary on the steer class was excellent and included some State of Origin sledging that got him over the line.
* In the steer classes our Limousin Charolais cross steer Panel Beater was placed 2nd in his class and Buddy a Limousin Angus cross steer to place 5th in the same class. Panel Beater went on to place 4th out of 55 steers on the Hook. He obtained perfect points for his meat quality and yield and had a huge eye muscle area of 99 square centimetres. His overall point score was 91 out of 100. Our other steers Black Magic and Smokey were also placed in the top 8 places out of huge classes of 37.
Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza* Coonabarabran High students excelled at
the Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza. All of the steers exhibited won a ribbon, including two second places, third, fourth and fifth in various classes. This was an excellent achievement as there were 290 steers entered and 700 students competing. Caitlyn Green achieved a highly commended in her parading age division. On the hook one of our steers was placed second. Students also successfully
competed in Meat Judging and Junior Judging competitions
EXCURSIONS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
Eco Youth Summit* The Year 11 Agriculture students had the
honour of attending the Youth Eco Summit on 16, 17 and 18 October to share their expertise about Sustainable Agriculture and Whole Farm Planning. The Youth Eco Summit is in its second year and aims to raise awareness about the environment and sustainable practices by inviting schools and their students who are involved in such activities. Some schools set up displays showing their school's initiatives, while others like ours ran workshops where schools from the Sydney area could book into over the two days of the Summit. Around 6000 students attended.
* Coonabarabran High students did an incredible job at running their workshops, which entailed giving eight different city schools a lesson in some of the land degradation issues facing agriculture today, and what farmers can do to recognise and deal with these problems.
* The teachers and organisers of the Summit were extremely impressed with the standard of delivery and engagement our students achieved. They were in demand on the second day as TV Sydney filmed their workshop and interviewed them about what they were trying to achieve, along with a video conference held before we jumped on the bus to travel home on Thursday afternoon.
Trangie Climate Research Centre Excursion* Year 12 Agriculture students attended a
Field Day ‘Farmers Managing Climate Change’. Students gained first-hand knowledge from Agricultural Research Scientists in regards to climate change and research that had been undertaken in this field. This excursion enhanced student’s knowledge and understanding in their HSC Elective Climate Challenge. Landon Brady and Craig McGlashan were interviewed by an ABC journalist who was very impressed with their responses.
Ag Skills Day* Coonabarabran, Baradine, Binnaway and
Gilgandra schools celebrated the winter solstice in splendour with our Ag Skills Day. Small groups and a hands-on experience underpin the relevance of this day to both
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the Agriculture and Primary Industries syllabi, ensuring the day remains fresh and exciting for all involved.
* The huge diversity of skills offered each year is always an inspiration. Equally amazing is that most presenters are from our local area, or have a connection with it.
SPORT* Coonabarabran High won the Single Cup
for the 5th consecutive year!
* The under 16 Boy’s Rugby Union team won the North West Knockout and attended the state carnival eventually finishing 5th.
* The Open Girl’s Softball and Netball teams and the 15’s Girl’s Basketball teams reached the semi finals of the North West Knockouts.
* Harley Wood won a silver medal at the Combined High School's athletics carnival in the 13 years High Jump and finished equal 4th at the NSW All Schools carnival.
* At the Combined High School's Athletics Carnival, Ty Brady finished 9th in the 14 Years Long Jump, Cody Brady finished 11th
in the 14 Years Shot Put, Kadesha Ayoub finished 10th in the 13 Years Shot Put and 11th in Discus and Ellie Capewell finished 16th in the 16 Years 800m.
* Jack Masman represented North west in both Squash and X-Country
* Madeleine McNeilly represented North West in both Cross Country and Athletics.
* Kadesha Ayoub represented North West in both Swimming and Athletics.
* Ellie Capewell represented North West in both Cross Country and Athletics.
* Overall 23 individual students represented North West in the following sports:
North West Representative's 2012
BasketballEddie Kuras
Rugby LeagueDylan Brand Codie Toomalatai
SwimmingPhoebe HensbySam SmithBradley WattsJoshua MasmanKadesha AyoubNattalie SchaecheJames Schaeche
15s TouchBlake Cain
TennisLilian Betts
AthleticsKadesha AyoubCody BradyTy BradyHarley WoodMadeleine McNeillyEllie Capewell
Cross Country David Tighe
Jack MasmanVanessa KenyonEllie CapewellQuade MilgateMadeleine McNeillyBreanna McNeillyNick Willoughby Molly Atkinson
Squash Jack Masman
CricketEllie Capewell
2012 CHS Equestrian Report* This year CHS has sent riders to a number of
fantastic events around the region. At each of these events our riders have both represented the school with style, participated with the usual CHS spirit and achieved some outstanding results.
* The highlight of 2012 was again the Equestrian Expo, which was again a triumphant success, despite the best effort of the weather gods to ruin the event. Those who run the event and all those who pitch in and help organise, or just lend a hand on the day must be congratulated for the hard work and dedication under some particularly trying circumstances.
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* Coonabarabran High School was again one of the largest teams in the event with 27 riders participating in all events across the four days. The highlight was again the spirit of participation that the CHS team displayed and the collegiality that the team members showed, particularly during the One Day Event on Saturday where riders competed in conditions that would scare ducks let alone horse and rider.
* While many of the riders achieved success in a number of events a reward for their hours of training through the year prior to the event. There was one performance that was of particular note, that being Jessica Cormie who was named the most successful rider of the entire event congratulations!!
* Although the Expo is an equestrian event it is important to note that the event is a significant contributor to the broad school community. This year the Expo committee has again made a significant contribution to the school, thanks to the Expo committees support, will be able to invest in important technology upgrades that will benefit the learning of all students.
CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCEThe Centre for Excellence program has continued to provide support in a number of areas throughout 2012.
English* Local school network support - Coolah,
Dunedoo, Baradine, Binnaway, Mendooran. Involvement and professional learning support via HSC Standard English Day, Writers’ Festival, Sydney University Visit.
* Focus on improving HSC Standard English results in selected Western Region Schools - Dubbo Senior College, Narromine High, Wellington High - local Spoke Schools (Coolah, Dunedoo, Coonabarabran also participated) plus Peak Hill.
* Support given to build links with Sydney University English Faculty - visit to Coonabarabran High School to provide HSC English/Staff Professional Learning, Lectures video conferenced to 7 western region schools in 2012, (17 in 2011).
* Targeted assistance given to Mendooran, visit by Dunedoo and Warren Central School via Transfer of Duty - professional support given.
* Support for the Coonabarabran High School Writers’ Festival, "Feast of Words". Professional Development Workshop for teachers held in the areas of Journalism, Film and Creative Writing. Presenters were: JC Burke (Author), Kirsty Eager (Author), Patrick May (Screen Writer), Julian Larnach (past student and Playwright), Peter FitzSimons (Author), Mutuota Kigotho (UNE English Lecturer).
- Professional Learning Workshops were attended by staff from Dunedoo, Coolah, Baradine, Coonabarabran, Coonamble, Dubbo School of Distance Education and Warren.
- Creative Writing workshops held with focus on Year 6 (Wednesday) involving Coonabarabran Public School, St Lawrences Catholic School, Mullaley Public School and Year 7 Coonabarabran High School. Creative Writing, Screen Writing and lessons on the Craft of Writing and Unseen Texts/Oral Narrative for Years 7-12 (including Year 12 students from Dunedoo) on Thursday/Friday.
* Support for English teacher In-service organised by Ms M Doolan/ETA held at Coonabarabran High School on understanding the new NSW Board of Studies 7-10 English Syllabus which implements the demands of the National Curriculum. Attended by 50 staff, 18 Western Region Schools, plus 10 schools Video Conferencing in.
HSIE* Professional support provided through HSIE
Network established in 2011.
* Warrumbungle Environmental Education Centre (2012) - Geography skills/Network Day run by HAT - focus on identifying skills/fieldwork for inclusion into programs to increase student engagement.
* History Days (2 days) - Day 1: Staff Professional Learning Day - Australian Curriculum 7-10 History with focus programming for the new syllabus, embedding Literacy into 7-10 History, and strategies and resources for teachers new to teaching History, as well as marking workshops for Senior Ancient and Modern History. Day 2: Student HSC lectures/Staff Professional Development Modern/Ancient History - Baradine, Binnaway, Coolah, Mendooran, Coonabarabran, Narromine, Gunnedah, Gulargambone, Dunedoo and
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Gulgong. Schools attend (24 staff attend Day 1, 14 staff Day 2).
Visual Arts* Visual Arts Network Meeting held at CHS 20
June 2012. Workshop run by Brian Shand for teachers from Coonabarabran, Baradine, Binnaway and Mendooran, as well as Beyond the Line student teachers based at Coonabarabran and Baradine. The focus of the day was on the Unit of Work: Printmaking; looking at programs, timelines, syllabus, delivery and assessment, followed by a hands-on workshop in printmaking - very positive feedback.
Support New Scheme Teachers with Accreditation at Professional Competence* C4E staff have supported new scheme
(Beginning Teachers) with the development/checking of their accreditation documents at Coonabarabran High School, provision of new teacher induction.
* Accreditation Workshop for Beginning TeachersRun by HAT in September, 2012. Focus for the day was to:- Review procedures/Western Region
requirements for the successful completion of the Accreditation at Professional Competence.
- Review evidence collected, identification of standards met.
- Annotation of collected evidence- Involve 10 teachers from local Schools
(2012) - Coolah, Binnaway, Coonabarabran Primary, Coonabarabran High, Dunedoo and Baradine.
* Beginning Teacher Professional Development Workshops run by HAT throughout 2012 to develop professional knowledge and practice.
Induction Program (Pre-Service Teachers)* Induction of Pre-Service Teachers - Increase
in the number of pre-service teachers participating in professional experience programs. Induction program run by HAT. Students participating this year have come from UNE, University of Wollongong, Newcastle University, UNSW and Sydney University.
University Links * ASPIRE Program 2012 - C4E HAT Co-
ordinated links developed with UNSW for students in low SES areas aimed at motivating students and raising awareness of
the opportunities available through University study. This involved two visits by University staff in 2012 to talk to Years 10/11/12 (March) and Years 7/8/9 (October). Students in Year 11 and Year 8 were chosen to visit and participate in programs run by UNSW in Sydney (Year 11 - June, Year 8 - September).
* Sydney University - Links developed with Sydney University by Coonabarabran High English Faculty - visit to Sydney University by Extension English, 11 Advanced English, also members of the Sydney University English faculty visited CHS.
MULTICULTURAL EDUCATIONMulticultural Education Policy Statement"The Community Relations Commission and Principles of Multiculturalism Act (2000) recognises and values the different linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds of the people of NSW. It also promotes the equal rights and responsibilities of all the people of the state within a cohesive and harmonious multicultural society in which diversity is regarded as a strength and an asset, individual's share a commitment to Australia and English is the common language."
Cultural Diversity & Community Relations Policy: Multicultural Education in Schools - 5/12/05
At Coonabarabran High School we have:
* Promoted practices which counter racism and intolerance and develop an understanding of cultural, linguistic and religious differences.
* Provided teaching and learning programs that enable students from all cultures and communities to identify as Australians within a democratic, multicultural society and to develop the knowledge, skills and values for participation as active citizens.
* Ensured inclusive teaching practices, which recognise and value the backgrounds and cultures of all students and promote an open and tolerant attitude towards different cultures, religions and worldviews.
* Reported annually on achievements in multicultural education in our School's Annual Report.
Respect and ResponsibilityCoonabarabran High School provides values education in a planned and systematic way by:
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* articulating, in consultation with their school community, the school's ethos;
* developing student responsibility in local, national and global contexts, and building student resilience and social skills;
* ensuring values are incorporated into school policies and teaching programs across the key learning areas; and reviewing the outcomes of values education practices.
Professional learning* Provide opportunities for HSC marking,
particularly for developing teachers.
* Support quality teaching and sound classroom management.
* Provide opportunities for relevant staff to develop Personalised Learning Plans for identified students.
* Staff who have attended Professional Learning courses are to share knowledge and skills gained with relevant colleagues.
* Provide opportunities for transfers of duty to support ICT, syllabus programming, quality teaching and career development.
* Investigate the need to increase number of staff qualified to teach VET subject.
* Continue to enhance links with TAFE and local employers.
Annual School Evaluation The annual evaluation focused on reporting the progress and achievement on the key targets and strategies in the School Plan. This was to be used to inform decisions about future actions. It included the revision of targets, the continuation or cessation of current strategies, and whether new strategies need to be developed and implemented.
Parent, student, and teacher satisfactionIn 2012 the school sought the opinions of parents, students and teachers about the school.
The annual evaluation addressed the following questions:* What did we say we would achieve? * How well did we do it? How effective were
our strategies?* Where to next? Future directions
Methodology* Surveys were conducted with
- students - staff
- parents* Interviews were held
- staff* Document Analysis
- programs - program evaluations* Analysis of student achievement data
- NAPLAN (using SMART)- EMSAD
* Records Analysis- attendance and retention data- RISC data- TPL data- Technology Needs Analysis and Skills Audit
* Anecdotal Evidence- staff- students
TARGET 1Build teacher capacity to provide high quality learning opportunities for all students focusing on quality teaching and classroom management.
Evidence of progress towards target* Staff have participated in professional
learning workshops and formed collegiate support networks throughout the local area in English, HSIE, CAPA and TAS
* Highly Accomplished Teacher provided in-servicing on Quality Teaching and 21st
Century learning at staff development day Target for 2013Build teacher capacity to provide high quality learning opportunities for all students focusing on quality teaching and the implementation of the National Curriculum
Strategies for 2013- Support teachers to develop teaching
strategies and resources for the implementation of the National Curriculum
- Provide opportunities for staff to lead PL in networks with spoke schools in the area
- Utilise partnerships with universities and external providers to enhance whole school, faculty and individual teacher knowledge of Quality Teaching pedagogy and subject content
- Utilise Regional support to support teachers to develop an understanding of the Aust. National Curriculum and how to lead implementation
TARGET 2Effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning to enhance student outcomes
Evidence of progress towards target
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* Digital Curriculum development and integration by all faculties, guided by the Connected Learning Coach.
* ICT hardware installed in 95% of classrooms (consisting of IWB’s, Digital Projectors, computers) allowing delivery of Digital Curriculum for teachers and students
* Network infrastructure upgrade through the purchase of Wireless Access Points (WAPs) to increase the range of intranet and internet access for DER and Non-DER computers
* Software programs integrated into teaching and learning programs to enhance content delivery (Shared server with spoke schools, Moodle, Wikis, Edmodo, ClickView)
* VC’s used by staff and students for professional development and remote access learning.
Target for 2013Effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning to enhance student outcomes
Strategies for 2013* Maintain and continue to support staff and
students in using ICT for Quality Teaching and Learning through: the continuation of PL with the CLC; Digital Curriculum, and; purchase of ICT hardware including, mobile charging racks, iPads for differentiated learning.
TARGET 3Increase the average school growth in Year 9 NAPLAN Numeracy from 9 points below the State mean growth, to 5 points above the State mean growth in 2012
Evidence of progress towards target* 2012 NAPLAN Numeracy results
demonstrated average school growth was increased from 9 points below State Mean to 0.5 points below the State mean (from 3.3 points below in 2011).
Target for 2013* Increase the average school growth in Year 9
NAPLAN Numeracy from 0.5 points below the State mean growth, to 5 points above the State mean growth in 2013.
Strategies for 2013* Provide professional development and
support for the Literacy and Numeracy Teams in using the functions of SMART to inform faculty planning.
* Implement Maths 300 strategies into Year 7 and 8 Maths programs.
* Continued implementation of Quicksmart to support students who are achieving below national minimum standards in Numeracy
TARGET 4Increase by 10% to 50% the proportion of Year 9 students achieving above National Minimum Standards in NAPLAN Writing in 2012.
Evidence of progress towards target* 2012 NAPLAN Writing saw an increase of
5% to 45% of Year 9 students achieving above National Minimum Standards.
Target for 2013Increase by 5% to 50% the proportion of Year 9 students achieving above National Minimum Standards in NAPLAN Writing in 2013.
Strategies for 2013* The Literacy team will coordinate an audit of
the literacy teaching needs of each faculty to identify strengths and areas for support. Literacy team members will receive explicit professional development related to effective teaching strategies for literacy. They will work with the LAST to develop differentiated tasks for students with high literacy needs.
TARGET 5Extend learning opportunities for all students to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes
Evidence of progress towards targetLiteracy* A teacher (1.0) was employed through
National Partnerships funding to provide release time for staff. The Literacy and Numeracy Team, consisting of staff members from all faculties, used the release time to develop and implement Literacy and Numeracy strategies. Each member of the Team reported to the HAT at the end of each term on the progress and development of strategies at a faculty level.
* The Literacy/Numeracy Team worked with the Regional Literacy Consultant to embed literacy strategies into class programs. The focus of Semester 1 was on enhancing Year 8 programs through scaffolding of writing. These programs were delivered by Year 8 teachers and their effectiveness evaluated by the Literacy/Numeracy Team faculty member.
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* SLSO’s (2.0 positions) were employed through National Partnerships to implement MultiLit and Quicksmart programs.
* The position of STLA (LAST) was increased from 0.4 to 1.0 through National Partnerships funding
Numeracy* Quicksmart program continued from 2011 to
2012. The program provides training, analysis and strategies in numerical operations.
* Low achieving students are identified for inclusion in Quicksmart through testing and ranking in relation to cohort.
* SLSO’s (2.0 positions) were employed through National Partnerships to be trained in and tutor Quicksmart to students.
Target for 2013Extend learning opportunities for all students to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes
Strategies for 2013* Employ a teacher (1.0) through National
Partnerships funding to provide release time for Literacy Numeracy Team staff to develop strategies for programs.
* Employ a SLSO (1.0) through National Partnership funding to provide support for students in literacy and numeracy.
* Faculties to work on faculty -specific programs for Literacy with a focus on Writing.
* Literacy Team to investigate whole school activities such as Festival of Speech extended to all KLA areas.
* Teaching students to read for inferred meaning in texts will be a focus as will adding value to the performance of high achieving students.
* Continued implementation of MultiLit and Quicksmart to support students who are achieving below national minimum standards in Reading and Numeracy.
* Employ a SLSO (1.0) through National Partnership funding to provide support for students in literacy and numeracy (as above).
TARGET 6Exceed state average growth for the same cohort from Yr 7 to Yr 9 in NAPLAN outcomes across all dimensions.
Evidence of progress towards target* The Year 9 (2012) cohort exceeded the
average State growth from Year 7 (2010) in all dimensions except Numeracy which was on par with the mean state growth. Reading (+2.4), Spelling (+1.2), and Grammar (+4.9).
* Year 9 Indigenous students outcomes were above the average State Indigenous growth in all areas of NAPLAN except Reading (-2.3).
* The Year 7 (2012) cohort exceeded the average State growth from Year 5 (2010) in all dimensions. Reading (+12), Spelling (+3.5), Grammar (+8.7), Numeracy (+13.8).
* The average growth across all dimensions in 2012 was +9.5 compared to +2.8 in 2011.
* Year 7 Indigenous students outcomes were above the average State Indigenous growth in all areas of NAPLAN except Spelling. They also exceeded above average State Indigenous growth compared to all NSW Year 7 Indigenous students in both Reading and Numeracy.
Target for 2013Exceed state average growth for the same cohort from Yr 7 to Yr 9 in NAPLAN outcomes across all dimensions
Strategies for 2013* Use SMART data and other sources to
identify students requiring specific literacy and numeracy program support.
* Enhance teaching strategies to ensure growth of students in top 2 bands for NAPLAN.
TARGET 7Increase student attendance by1%from 88% in 2011 to 89% in 2012
Evidence of progress towards target* Attendance procedures have been
communicated to staff, parents and carers through school media.
* School attendance procedures have been enhanced to include prompt follow up of unexplained and frequent absences
Target for 2013Increase student attendance by 1% from 87.3% in 2012 to 88.3% in 2013.
Strategies for 2013* Continue to maintain attendance monitoring
procedures within the school.
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* Investigate strategies for reducing the number of suspensions of students in support unit classes.
* Assist students returning to school from suspension through behaviour management program implemented by the Learning Support Team.
* Develop and implement an alternative curriculum for students at risk of disengagement from school. Build a partnership with TAFE and other agencies to support the delivery of the program. Trial the program and review it in Semester 2, 2013.
In preparing this report, the self-evaluation committee has gathered information from evaluations conducted during the year and analysed other information about the school's practices and student learning outcomes. The self-evaluation committee and school planning committee have determined targets for the school's future development.
Principal - Mr M Johnston
Deputy Principal - Mr G Enks
P&C President - Mr M Fosdick
Highly Accomplished Teacher - Mr P Draper
Head Teachers - Ms M Doolan (English)- Mr J Eshman (Mathematics)- Mr J Nott (Science)- Mrs A Adam (TAS)- Mrs J Cox (Special Education)- Mrs E Barker (Administration)- Mr D Graham (Relieving HSIE)- Mr M Ramage (Co-ordinator PD/H/PE)
Visual Arts Co-ordinator - Mr B Shand
Aboriginal Education Officer - Mr W Robinson
Student Representative Council Secretary - Mrs K Nash
School contact information
Address: Coonabarabran High SchoolNewell HighwayCOONABARABRAN NSW 2357
Phone: (02) 6842 1099
Fax: (02) 6842 2267
Email: [email protected]
School Code: 8347
Parents can find out more information about Annual School Reports, how to interpret
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information in the reports and have the opportunity to provide feedback about these reports at:http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/asr
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