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QUIRINDI HIGH SCHOOLNewsletter
QUIRINDI HIGH SCHOOL113 Hill Street, Quirindi, NSW, 2343 Phone - 02 6746 1177
Fax - 02 6746 2648 E - [email protected]
Term 1 -
Week 5
WEDNESDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2018
YEAR 7 & 11 EXCURSIONRECORDS SMASHED!
DEFENCE FORCES TALK
We welcomed back a weary lot of year 7 on Friday and an even wearier group of year 11 from Lake Keepit. This was a fantastic opportunity for students in year 7 to get to know each other and to really get to know their year 11 Buddies. A huge thank you goes to the organising teachers and the teachers who attended this 3 day excursion. Thank you Ms Wall, Mrs Saunders, Mr Owen, Mr Beresford and Mr Lasscock. Without teachers being prepared to give up their own time and be away from home and families, students don’t get the opportunity to take part in this type of experience. So, thank you staff for enabling this excursion to go ahead.Journalism Club and Creative Writing Club have kicked off again and the respective staff, Mr Hamilton and Ms Wall have some great things planed for students. Mrs Hartigan has put out a call for those students interested in joining the Chess Club as well. Our young debaters have also been signing up ready for their first arguments and the students wishing to take part in ASCA are being organised. Ms Cooper has called for expressions of interest for this year’s Creative Arts performance. We are looking at a musical. It is great to see so many students coming forward and wanting to take part. There are many roles in a performance, not just for those on stage but behind the scenes as well. The confidence that students develop from participating in this type of activity gives them skills to carry them forward into adulthood.Ms Sozou and Mr Harries have been preparing the Cattle Club ready for the Tamworth Show. There has been a big increase in the number of students wishing
to take part which is outstanding and a testament to the great work done by our Agriculture Department here at QHS.Year 12 have settled well into the new school year and with only 2 ½ terms until the HSC are working diligently. As we did in 2017, we will be holding all Year 12 exams throughout the year in Wesley Hall and have them supervised by the staff who will most likely be supervising the HSC. This is a fantastic way of preparing students for their formal HSC. It allows them to become familiar with the environment and with the people.Our 33 students heading off on the Canada Excursion in the October school holidays are gearing up with finalising passports and a final itinerary being distributed. This is yet another fantastic opportunity for students to gain life experience and real world skills.
Ian Worley - Principal
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
SASHA FIERCE
LOCAL GOMEROI CULTURE
BAND WORSHOPS
Swimming Carnival Coverage
Deputy Catherine Loughrey and Principal Ian Worley enjoying the twilight Swimming Carnival.
Quirindi High School elective – ‘Sasha Fierce’ focusses on student health and wellbeing as an elective for students in Years 9 and 10. The elective, enhances positive self-image and builds skills-for-life that students can use to enrich their lives.Students who undertake this course contribute to the course structure at the start of the year. Based on the cohort preference in 2017, students recently engaged in developing their knowledge and understanding of the science of skin and how to care for their skin.“We were fortunate to have Sarah from ‘Beauty by Sarah at Lush’ in Quirindi conduct an informative lesson on the skin as an organ. Sarah explained what happens to our skin and
how to care for skin. In the lesson all students participated in, cleaning, toning, moisturising and protecting their skin,” said Teacher Mrs Cowan.Sarah will be returning to conduct her final lesson for the girls to develop skills in how to appropriately apply makeup to faces.“Thank you to Sarah for volunteering your time and expertise and sharing with the girls.”This program has been driven by priorities that the girls want to learn about - students undertake two lessons per week for the elective Sasha Fierce.The course covers a range of topics including: developing skills-for-life in relation to personal care, haircare, road rules, cooking, nutrition,
physical fitness and more.“Every second Thursday they also undertake a fitness class as part of the course. Throughout the course we focus on self-worth, mental health, organisation, time management, volunteering and helping others.”The elective has been running at the school since 2016. Currently, there are 15 students from Years 9 and 10 undertaking the course.“We are so excited to have local experts in the different industries including, banking, motoring, health, hair and beauty and more contribute to developing our student’s knowledge and skills and expanding their lifetime learning from within the school grounds.”
SASHA FIERCE
INDIGENOUS InvestigationsQuirindi High School students Angel Saunders, Lillie Clark and Indiah Nean are part of a group of five students working on a documentary on local Gomeroi culture. Under the guidance of Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer, Megan Outerbridge, the three students visited the Liverpool Plains Visitor Information Centre recently.Students investigated the artefacts and indigenous history on display.The expedition was a research day for the students who will then take their information into the planning phase of the documentary.“The photos they saw at the information centre were of some the real artefacts they have seen in the Pine Ridge area, so they liked seeing how information on their history was being shared to visitors to region,” said Megan.As well as visiting the information centre,
students viewed scar trees in the Willow Tree area.“The students have decided to undertake further study of scar trees across the region, with the aim of interviewing locals for the first phase of their documentary.”Megan continued, it is an aim of the students for the documentary project, to act as a platform for engaging people in the region. “Students hope the documentary will offer locals a way to further embrace ownership of their historic artefacts.”Through storytelling, students will incorporate history, humour and music to capture the attention of people of every age.“The students will come up with creative ways to engage the audience as they tell stories of their culture from across the region throughout the documentary. It’s a really exciting project.”
Investigations
Our Year 7 students and their Year 11 Buddies had a terrific time on their Bonding Excursion at Lake Keepit. Principal, Mr Worley made the journey over to see first-hand how the three-day excursion progressed for students and teachers.“Mum’s/Dad’s and Carers can be assured their children had a terrific time as they experienced archery, kayaking, canoeing, high-rope, abseiling, and the great swing. Students and teachers camped and participated in a trivia night. All students upheld the principals of kindness and manners and really made the most of their excursion.”Thanks for the great photos Mr Worley.
KINDNESS & MANNERS
Quirindi High School’s recent Twilight Swimming Carnival saw a staggering 9 records broken, with Annabelle Avard setting 3 new records in the girls events and Liam Faulkner setting two new records in the boys events. Congratulations to all of our new record holders, your hard work and focussed preparation has paid off and we are very proud of you all. QHS will be holding a Formal Assembly – date to be announced – to announce all final results from our Twilight Swimming Carnival.Thank you to Teacher, Mr Harris for the great drone photo.NEW RECORD: Annabelle Avard 14 years girls 50 metre freestyle 31.62. Previously: K Arnold 14 years girls 50 metre freestyle 33.28 set in 1980NEW RECORD: Annabelle Avard 14 years girls 50 metre backstroke 37.41. Previously: K Dart 14 year’s girls 50 metre backstroke 39.45 set in 1993.
NEW RECORD: Annabelle Avard 14 years 100 metre freestyle 1.11.96. Previously: T Payne 14 years 100 metre freestyle 1.15.25 set in 2010.NEW RECORD: Oxley House 16 + 17 years girls 4 x 50 metre freestyle relay 2.21.97. Previously: Oxley House 16 + 17 years girls 4 x 50 metre freestyle relay 2.23.34 set in 2002.NEW RECORD: Liam Faulkner 16 years 50 metre backstroke 33.00. Previously: M Slokee 16 years 50 metre backstroke 34.67 set in 1980.NEW RECORD: Liam Faulkner 16 years 100 metre freestyle 1.01.97. Previously: T Thistle 16 years 100 metre freestyle 1.07.02 set in 2016.NEW RECORD: Sam Avard 16 years boys 50 metre butterfly 29.37. Previously: M Slokee 16 years boys 50 metre butterfly 29.50 set in 1980.NEW RECORD: Nick Hamblin 17+ years boys 50 metre butterfly 34.00. Previously: M Slokee 17 years boys 50 metre butterfly 36.84 set in 1982.
NEW RECORD: Cunningham House 16 + 17 years boys 4 x 50 metre freestyle 2.00.81. Previously: Taylor House 16 + 17 years boys 4 x 50 metre freestyle 2.02.47 set in 1996.NEW EVENTS – RECORDS SETTaylor House 12 + 13 years Mixed Medley 4 x 50 metre 3.26.60Oxley House 14 + 15 years Mixed Medley 4 x 50 metre 2.52.41Liverpool House 16 + 17+ years Mixed Medley 4 x 50 metre 2.37.46
NINE RECORDS BROKEN
Swimming Carnival Coverage
Quirindi High School is delighted to support a new initiative by community groups Walhealth, Winanga-Li, Get Fit with Bec and more.The initiative promoting strong relationships, self-image and outcomes for girls runs alongside the Clontarf Academy for boys at Quirindi High School.The first in a series of Big Sister – Little Sister events and workshops kicked off last Monday at the Quirindi High School multipurpose hall.The brainchild of local women from a variety of services, the Big Sister Little Sister program, coordinated by Walhealth runs under the Primary Health Network and the Family Wellbeing banner.The program is open to all girls and acts as a platform to launch healthy relationships and lifestyle.“This program is open to all girls, it’s not indigenous specific and is all about supporting our local girls to become the best possible person they can be,” said Amie Nean-Bullpitt, Health Programs Coordination at Walhealth.The first program in the series is Free Fitness Classes offered by Get Fit With Bec.This program is for ALL GIRLS from grades
3 – 12 who live in our community.Get Fit with Beck is teaming up with Walhallow Aboriginal Corporation and Winanga-Li creating a Big Sister Little Sister program to help females in our community develop strength and body confidence in a positive and uplifting atmosphere. Sign your child up today by emailing [email protected] All participant’s parents/guardians are required to fill in a registration form before commencement. Seeking registrations ASAP as we need to know numbers to determine the number of staff required to cater for the groups. Details are as follows:For more information contact: Amie Nean-Bullpitt: 0427 370 113 or [email protected] or Kate Young: 0447 662 001 or [email protected] the Big Sister – Little Sister program – commences at Quirindi High School next Friday - Megan Outerbridge, Quirindi High School Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer, Cheryl Porter CEO of Walhealth, Amie Nean-Bullpitt, Health Programs Coordinator at Walhealth and Kate Young, Social Emotional and Wellbeing at Walhealth.
Big Sister – Little SisterIn celebration of ‘Library Lovers Day’, Quirindi High School Librarian, Mrs Owen got creative when she set up a Blind Date day at the school library.“The Quirindi High School community certainly has been talking about the Library offering Blind Dates! Today we revealed… It’s blind dates with a book!” Teacher Mr Chambers was the very first participant and he was extremely happy to share a kiss with his blind date! “He got the pick of the dates for staff, a real page turner that he should fall in love with! It’s all about sharing and encouraging a love of reading,” said LMrs Owen, who confirmed she set up 29 blind dates this Valentine’s Day.“I’ve set up 4 dates for staff and 25 for students, it’s fantastic that the love of reading is alive and well at Quirindi High School.”Thanks Mrs Owen for your creative efforts on the Australian Library and Information Association, Library Lovers Day - enjoy your Valentine’s Day flowers from Mr Owen.
Sharing the love
of reading this Valentine’s Day
Representatives from the Australian Defence Force, Ronald Sims, Sergeant - RAEME Corps and Nick Ryan-Collins, Bombardier - Artillery Corps, presented to twenty Quirindi High School students from Years 9 to 12, recently.The duo spoke of their hands-on experience in the Australian Defence Force including time served overseas.They presented on how students can undertake qualifications in a number of industries from becoming a pilot in the Air Force to a chef in the Navy.The duo outlined how, the ‘Period of Service’ required within the Defence Force after completing a qualification depends on the
training undertaken. For example, time to serve as a pilot is a lot longer than that of a mechanic.They also discussed the Australian Defence Force ‘Gap Year’ project available to students.To undertake a gap year in the Australian Defence Force, students need to complete Year 12. (Applications open the year prior to the Year before they wish to undertake their gap year).“Applications for the Gap Year open annually in March and are very popular, so I encourage students to get their applications in early,” said Sergeant Sims, who continued benefits of being in Defence Force include working in the second best-paid Defence Force in the world.“Sport is also a massive culture in the Defence
Force, where you can travel and play sport. If you join the Defence Force you can qualify for rent assistance, training opportunities, sport and adventure training, assistance study scheme and any medical and dental requirements are fully covered.”Thank you Ronald Sims, Sergeant - RAEME Corps and Nick Ryan-Collins, Bombardier - Artillery Corps on behalf of Quirindi High School for your service to our country and for presenting to our students. To find out more you can contact 131901 or go to www.defencejobs.gov.au
Under the guidance of Band Coordinator, Mr Garrett, four Quirindi High School music students, Milly Slade - saxophone, Thomas Boorer - trumpet, Luke Wilson - trombone and Ella Worley – flute, headed to Quirindi Public School last week. The QHS representatives presented to the public school students on some of the positive outcomes they
can achieve through music.“Students at the primary school had a taste of some of the musical learning they can undertake, when I visit some of our partner primary schools in the area running band workshops and musical instrument tuitionthroughout the year,” said Mr Garrett. Thank you, Quirindi Public School for welcoming our representatives.
Band Workshops
Australian Defence Force Opportunities
Feeling FitQHS students were spotted heading to the local gym this afternoon along with our ACLO, Megan Outerbridge. Great to see the schools fitness and healthy lifestyle agreement with local council attracting passionate participants!
- Enhance your self-esteem by heightening your physical and mental powers.- Build confidence by encouraging you to succeed and to take control of your life.- Develop discipline by training your body and mind in the tenets and techniques
of Toogee Taekwondo.- Teach you self-defense by training you to recognize situations in which physical
self-defense may be necessary, and teaching you how to control situations - Strengthen your mind and body through increased physical coordination and
mental discipline.Toogee Martial Arts - Thursday 1st March. Then each Monday and Wednesday Night from 6-7.30pm ALL ages welcome.
Toogee Martial Arts at QHS Hall
MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAYRoll Call 9.05 - 9.20 15 minutesPeriod 1 9.20 - 10.35 75 minutesRecess 1 10.35 - 10.50 15 minutesPeriod 2 10.50 - 12.05 75 minutesRecess 2 12.05 - 12.20 15 minutesPeriod 3 12.20 - 1.35 75 minutesLunch 1.35 - 2.05 30 minutesPeriod 4 2.05 - 3.20 75 minutes
THURSDAY-SPORTRoll Call 9.05 - 9.10 5 minutesPeriod 1 9.10 - 10.25 75 minutesRecess 1 10.25 - 10.40 15 minutesPeriod 2 10.40 - 11.55 75 minutesRecess 2 11.55 - 12.10 15 minutesPeriod 3 12.10 - 1.25 75 minutesLunch 1.25 - 1.55 30 minutesSport 1.55 - 3.20 85 minutes
26 Feb - 9 March 2018ACER PAT Years 7 to 10 1 MARCH 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pm University Roadshow Yr 11-12Yr 7 & 8 Clontarf Rugby League Engagement Camp Dance Camp at Lake Keepit2 March 2018Yr 7 Immunisations Blandford Horse Sports 5 March 2018Lil Sis Big Sis 3.30-6pm 6 March 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pm 5/6 Taster DayHealth Careers Forum 1NW Swimming Trials - Armidale7 March 2018Creative Writing Club 3.30-4.30pmHomework Centre 3.30 - 5pm 8 March 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pm 9-10 March 2018Tamworth Interschool Cattle Show12 March 2018Lil Sis Big Sis 3.30-6pm NW Basketball Trials13 March 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pmUnder 15s NW Touch Footy Trials Creative Writing Club 3.30-4.30pmHomework Centre 3.30 - 5pm Girls Try A Trade Yr 11/12Liverpool Zone Winter Trials15 March 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pm 16 March 2018Willow Tree Horse Sports19 March 2018Lil Sis Big Sis 3.30-6pm20 March 2018Homework Centre 3.30 - 5pmYr 7/8 Science & Engineering Challenge at TRECC
Wk 1 B = Jan 30-Feb 2 Wk 2 A = Feb 5 -9Wk 3 B = Feb 12-16Wk 4 A = Feb 19-23Wk 5 B = Feb 26 - March 2Wk 6 A = March 5-9Wk 7 B = March 12-16Wk 8 A = March 19-23Wk 9 B = March 26-30Wk 10 A = April 2-6Wk 11 B = April 9-13
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Quirindi High School Cattle Club members took part in an introduction and familiarisation with cattle last week. New team members were able to introduce themselves to the Schools livestock and learn about safety, handling and expectation. An increase in popularity has the
cattle club beefing up from 15 to 35 this year with most of the students being drawn from Years 7 and 8. Agriculture teacher Holly Sozou is overwhelmed and excited about the future of the cattle team, “The cattle team offers students the opportunity to not only handle and care for
the animals but involve students in team work, nutrition, show prep and being involved in a like minded group working towards a common goal. We look forward to an exciting year of growth, inclusion, education and results.” commented Miss Sozou.
BEEFING UP OUR CATTLE CLUB
Quirindi High School, Year 11 Legal Studies students have been studying Criminal Law. As part of their studies, eight students headed to court in Tamworth.“Students were able to witness court and watch Magistrate Julie Soars in action today,” said Legal Studies Teacher, Mr Owen.Magistrate Julie Soars, who started her first day in Tamworth Local Court in late January, took over from Roger Prowse who has been appointed the state’s relieving magistrate. Ms Soars now sits permanently in Tamworth, and also Quirindi and Scone Local Courts, once a month.“Magistrate Soars met with students afterwards and was exceptionally helpful and insightful in answering their questions and talking about her life experiences, as a solicitor and barrister and her time practicing law in Hong Kong,” commented Teacher, Mr Lasscock and Mr Owen, who attended the day.Students also met with Youth Liaison Officer, Senior Constable Harvey to talk about her take on Juvenile Crime. “Senior Constable Harvey outlined, the aim of Tamworth Police is to try to keep young people out of the court system, by trying alternate pathways to the formal legal system,” continued Mr Owen.In the led up to today, the students covered court etiquette and the hierarchy of the court system in NSW. They also undertook a review of the Crimes Act and basic offences.“The students are also really engaged in class at school, we often run a debate, including covering topics like euthanasia, and we have created an environment that is positive and conducive to learning and expressing themselves. Today was a positive day of learning for all,” conclude Mr Owen.
A DAY IN COURT
