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JUMBUNNA

Fortnightly Newsletter of

Pennant Hills High School

Friday 3 July 2020 Term 2 Week 10B

Mr Ross Warren Laurence Street, Pennant Hills NSW 2120 Principal P: 9473 5000 F: 9473 5099 Mr Brendan O’Byrne Deputy Principal E: [email protected] Mrs Fiona Payne W: www.pennanthil-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Deputy Principal

Responsibility Integrity Achievement

SPIRIT WEEK 2020

Spirit Week commemorates

how the Penno community came together and rebuilt itself after the devastating fire in 2001.

Last week, we celebrated friendship, community and

Penno Pride.

Congratulations to all.

see photos page 12

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TERM 3, 2020 YEAR 11 ASSESSMENT CALENDAR

Week 02B Wednesday Wednesday Thursday

29 July 29 July 30 July

Business Studies Food Technology Food Technology

Week 03A Monday 3 August Geography

Week 07A Monday Thursday

31 August 3 September

Industrial Technology Textiles Project 2

TERM 3, 2020 YEAR 12 ASSESSMENT CALENDAR

Week 03A Monday 3 August Society and Culture PIP

Week 05A Friday 21 August English Extension 2 Major Works

Week 06B Monday Thursday

24 August 27 August

Drama Project - NESA Industrial Technology Major Works Due

Week 07A Wednesday 2 September Visual Arts Body of Works Due

Week 08B Monday 7 September Hospitality Practical (Monday to Friday)

TERM 3, 2020

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Staff Return Monday 20 July 2020

Students Return Tuesday 21 July 2020

Week 01A

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday

20 July 21 July 22 July 24 July

STAFF RETURN FOR TERM 3 STUDENTS RETURN FOR TERM 3 Year 10 Subject Selection Information Session - Period 4 2020-2021 Student Leadership Council (SLC) Induction Assembly

Week 02B

Tuesday Thursday Friday Friday

28 July 30 July 31 July 31 July

Trial HSC Music Examination Half Day Photos - Sport and Extra Curricular Year 7, 2021 High Performance and Gifted (HIPAG) Test 2020-2021 SLC Leadership Day

Week 03A Monday 3 August Year 12 HSC Trial Examinations (2 weeks ending Friday 14 August)

Week 04B Monday 10 August Year 12 HSC Trial Examinations (ending Friday 14 August)

Week 05A Tuesday 18 August P&C Meeting 7.30pm

Week 07A Monday 31 August Disability Inclusion Week (Monday to Friday)

P&C MEETING DATES FOR 2020

Term 3: 18 August, 15 September Term 4: 20 October, 17 November - followed by AGM

7.30pm in the School Library

All parents and caregivers are most welcome to attend these meetings, which provide the wider school community with a forum for discussion as we work together with staff to sustain and further develop the best possible learning environment for our students.

The discussions are complemented by presentations from staff, focusing on various aspects of education and, in particular, what is on offer at Pennant Hills High School.

If any parents or caregivers would like to receive the agenda and minutes of the meetings, please email [email protected] to arrange.


new student leaders for 2020-2021 have been announced. They commence their term of office at the beginning of Term 3.

Being a student leader at Pennant Hills High School is an honour. A great deal of trust is placed on them by their peers and staff, to make a positive contribution to our school community. The SLC is an integral part of the school. They are the voice for our students, liaising with the school Executive, staff and students to promote the best interests of the school and the wider school community. They also perform a pastoral role, particularly with younger students and serve as role models to all. Under the guidance of Miss Morton and Mr Banyai students in the SLC gain experience in leadership, planning, communication and management.

Congratulations to the incoming 2020-2021 SLC. A list of all students elected to office will be included in the first edition of Jumbunna next term.

2020-2021 SLC Induction In line with the management of social distancing regulations, the SLC Induction will be held at an assembly for students and staff on Friday 24 July - Week 1 of next term.

Unfortunately the regular induction when we celebrate this important occasion with family and friends, will not be held. However, we will ensure the ceremony maintains its formality in keeping with our traditions.

Professor Masters’ NSW Curriculum Review Last week we welcomed the news of recommendations from the Curriculum Review by Professor Masters. There was some discussion of the curriculum being a ‘back to basics’ approach to learning, including an increased study of literacy and numeracy. This interpretation involves only a small fraction of the recommendations of the review which are far reaching and, if successfully implemented, will allow students to develop skills and deep knowledge in an innovative and engaging manner. There are many positives to be found in the recommendations which will ultimately improve student learning.

The government has laid out a timeline for the rewriting and implementation of new syllabuses by NESA commencing with Early Stage 1 and some rationalisation of Stage 6 courses.

At Pennant Hills High School we will prepare for these changes as they are released, ensuring appropriate staff learning and resource allocation.

A three page fact sheet with information has been included on pages 4-6 of this newsletter. For further details about the proposed changes, please go to NESA link: https://nswcurriculumreview.nesa.nsw.edu.au

Year 12 Trial HSC Examinations The exams commence in Week 3 on Monday 3 August 2020. Students are encouraged to utilise their semester break to study and prepare for them. This being said, it is very important, given the challenging year, that a balanced approach is maintained. Please ensure time is made for exercise and relaxation in combination with your study regime.

School Holidays This has been another hectic term with unusual events that have tested our resilience. I am very proud of the commitment and adaptability shown by our students and staff. Thank you to all families for their support. Our Penno community once again rose to the task proving that together, we are strong.

I wish all students, staff and families a safe and restful semester break. I look forward to welcoming everyone back, recharged and ready for another action-packed term.

School resumes for staff only on Monday 20 July. We welcome back students on Tuesday 21 July2020.

Ross Warren, Principal

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Spirit Week Our Student Leadership Council (SLC) turned on a magnificent week, ensuring that the necessary adjustments to our normal festivities, did not deter

from the excitement and proceedings of the 2020 Spirit Week.

There was an online talent show, a huge egg and spoon race, online trivia and a Thankful Thursday where the SLC showed their appreciation to staff for the enormous effort made during the lockdown period. It was very much appreciated by us all. As always, celebrations concluded with our fantastic multicultural day shindig - a colourful day of fellowship which unites and reminds us of our diverse culture.

Congratulations and thank you to our hardworking SLC Coordinators Miss Morton and Mr Banyai who work tirelessly to nurture and provide guidance to our leaders ensuring at all times that their development is well managed with the perfect combination of seriousness and fun.

The staff surprised our students with a lip-sync video contribution, which played during our online assembly. Thank you to Ms Van Ede for her enthusiastic coordination of the video. A sensational week! Well done Penno.

Year 10 Course Selection Information Session Our process for selection of courses for Year 11 2021 has had an overhaul due to the current restrictions on gatherings. Replacing the information evening is a Course Selection Information Hub, which will be posted to the school website next term. In it will contain information provided by The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and myself, regarding the requirements for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) as well as advice about course selections. There will be information from each faculty regarding individual courses available for study in 2021. Mr Symons, Careers Adviser will also post a video with valuable information.

This week, all students, parents and caregivers were emailed the Course Selection Information Booklet. I encourage families to familiarise themselves with the courses on offer over the semester break, in readiness for the information session scheduled for Period 4 on Wednesday 22 July - Week 1 of next term.

Following this, each student will be interviewed by Mr Symons to assist in tailoring their pattern of study. Selections will be made online next term once the process commences.

Students are urged to speak to their teachers and/or Head Teachers with any questions they may have. Parents and caregivers seeking clarification about courses are asked to email the school with a request for the Head Teacher of the relevant subject to contact them.

The advice for students remains the same - carefully read all the information available, speak to your teachers and the Head Teachers as they are your greatest resource and choose subjects that genuinely interest you - ones that you think you will be good at.

SLC Change of the Guard Congratulations and thank you to the outgoing SLC. They can all be extremely proud of the work they have done in building Penno Pride, exceeding the expectations of the whole school.

They have organised charity events, sporting competitions and a very successful Spirit Week. They have attended and facilitated school events such as Open Day and assisted in all formal and informal school ceremonies and assemblies. The 2019-2020 SLC have provided a valuable student voice on many school issues.

After an extensive recruitment and selection process, the

https://nswcurriculumreview.nesa.nsw.edu.au





CANTEEN NEWS ONLINE ORDERING

Pennant Hills High School Canteen is very happy to advise that we are now accepting lunch orders online. All you need to do is download the app Qkr! by MasterCard, set up a profile and start ordering.

Lunch orders can be placed daily no later than 9.15am or for your convenience you can order up to 2 weeks in advance. You pay online via the Qkr! by MasterCard app and your child can then collect their lunch from the dedicated lunch order window.

The advantages of using Qkr! by MasterCard are: your child is guaranteed to receive their choice of lunch and no long queues to wait in.

If you have ordered and you know your child or the student who ordered will be sick and not in on the day, just call the canteen on 9473 5020 by 9.30am, let us know and we can hold the order over until the student returns.

We are very proud of our menu and its compliance with the NSW Government Healthy Canteen Strategy. We really look forward to making lunch times easier for our students and receiving your online orders soon.

STOP PRESS...

ONLINE ORDERING REWARDS SCHEME

Commencing next term for 5 weeks, any student who orders their lunch over the counter or online with Qkr! by Mastercard will receive a voucher to redeem their choice of a mini-muffin or hot chocolate on Friday morning of that week. Students will also go into the weekly draw to win a $10.00 canteen voucher.


MULTI-TASKING? MYTH OR REALITY? IT ALL DEPENDS ON WHO YOU TALK TO…

Ask any student and they will tell you they can multi-task with ease. Do homework, watch TV, listen to music and check their phone all at the same time, no problem. Ask the academic researchers though and a different story emerges.

Dr Larry Rosen, Professor of Psychology at California State University, explains that what is actually occurring in this ‘multi-tasking’ is ‘task switching’. Instead of doing two things at once, students are actually switching their focus from one task to another and back again, in a parallel fashion, at high speed, resulting in them staying on task for an average of only 65% of the time period and for a maximum of only 3-5 minutes at a time. Constant task-switching results in it taking much longer to complete the individual tasks not just due to the interruptions, but also because there are delays as the brain switches between tasks and refocuses. This brief bottleneck in the prefrontal cortex delays the start of the next task and the more intense the distraction, the longer it will take the brain to react.

A study conducted by Dr Rosen’s team sent varying numbers of text messages to students in a lecture then tested the students on the content of the lecture. The results were surprising, it was not the number of interruptions that negatively impacted results, it was the time taken by the students to react to the interruptions. Students who responded immediately performed worst on the tests. Those who considered when to check the message and respond (ie in a part of a lecture they deemed less relevant) performed significantly better.

What we can learn from this is that students need to become more aware of their ‘task-switching’ and make conscious decisions as to when they choose to shift their focus – instead of being enslaved by their technology and at its constant beck and call. We need to teach students that this constant mental task shifting (even thinking about the technology has the same effect as actually checking the technology) takes oxygen and brain activity away from what they are learning. We need to convince our students that it is ok and even necessary to wait, that they don’t have to respond immediately and do have the ability to delay their check-in with the cyber world. It is all about learning that we can control our selective attention and choose to ignore distractions.

We need to train the brain to stop thinking constantly about technology. However, resistance for too long can create anxiety and a fear of missing out, creating ‘continuous partial attention’ in students as oxygen is diverted to activate and maintain thoughts about social media at the expense of classroom material.

Dr Rosen’s team has determined the best approach for students who find it difficult to pull back from their technology devices is to set an alarm on their phone for short regular ‘tech breaks’. They may start with 15 minutes and gradually increase this amount over time to around 30 minutes. The phone will be face down on their desk on silent mode or off, and when the alarm rings they let themselves check messages and status updates for a minute or two, then set the alarm again. Dr Rosen’s studies found that knowing they can check in 15 minutes creates less anxiety, whereas depriving them of the phone completely did not stop them thinking or obsessing about possible e-communications which took away from their ability to focus fully on their homework. It all comes back to teaching the concept of focus.

Finally, Dr Rosen argues that we cannot simply remove technology and other distractions; they are too intricately woven into students' daily lives. Instead students should learn metacognitive skills to help them understand when and how to switch their attention between multiple tasks or technologies.

Visit the Dealing with Distractions unit at www.studyskillshandbook.com.au to learn more about managing your distractions.

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Belinda Campbell, Head Teacher Student Wellbeing

YEAR 12 JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

Students and teachers at Pennant Hills High School have worked together to overcome the challenges to education posed by COVID-19.

In the lead up to the Higher School Certificate (HSC) Trial examinations, some faculties have offered formal holiday sessions for students which are outlined below.

Other faculties are running online or more informal sessions. Students are encouraged to contact their teachers to ensure they are aware of what supports are available over the July holiday period. All students are encouraged to develop a sensible and manageable study timetable that incorporates plenty of time for breaks and exercise. Good sleep and healthy eating is extremely important for successful studying!

Year 12 Week 1

Year 12 Week 2

Fiona Payne, Deputy Principal

MONDAY 6 JULY TUESDAY 7 JULY THURSDAY 9 JULY

Engineering HSIE Drama

Drama

MONDAY 13 JULY TUESDAY 14 JULY THURSDAY 16 JULY WEDNESDAY 15 JULY

Physics HSIE Drama English Extension 2

Drama Physics

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Year 9 Food Technology Low-fat Chicken and Chips

Jackie Breden Head Teacher Home Economics

HOME ECONOMICS AND TEXTILES

In the Home Economics faculty, Stage 5 is back to doing what they love – practical work! To satisfy the requirements of our course, students must undertake a range of practical experiences that occupy the majority of course time. Practical experiences allow students to develop skills and confidence in the use of a range of equipment. This is what we have been working on since returning to face-to-face learning resumed:

Year 10 Textiles Technology Project work - Lounge pants

Year 10 Textiles Technology Project work - Skirts or Shorts


BYOD and PDHPE

During PDHPE lessons students’ BYOD devices will be kept secure in the PE storeroom.

Students must bring their devices to the storeroom at the start of the lesson.

Valmé Kruger,, Head Teacher PDHPE

HUMAN SOCIETY AND ITS ENVIRONMENT (HSIE) UPDATE

Historical Investigation Year 11 Ancient History and Modern History students have just completed a historical investigation which involved selecting an area of interest, researching the personality or event and make a judgement based on the various historical interpretations identified in the research process.

Each student produced a museum exhibition that reflected their interpretation of the personality or event. All students reviewed the museum pieces and had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the reasons for the various interpretations.

Ancient Sparta Year 12 are studying Ancient Sparta. This included looking at the army composition and strategy. Students used lollies to re-enact the Battle of Leuctra in 371BCE

Learning Outdoors Ms Tibbotts' Year 11 Geography and Mr Schmitt's Year 12 CAFS class went on a quick walk to the outdoor classroom where they discussed Social Impacts of Technology for Year 12 and Global Challenges for Year 11; sub topic Population. Students interacted with each other through brainstorming discussions on each of the points relevant to their current topics.

Mr Schmitt led the group with initial discussions of ideas in the use of technology throughout the world, focusing on challenges such as transportation, medical advancements, fertility and mortality rates.

Further discussion included artificial organs including the implications and effects it would place on future generations and the use of technology within developing nations. Across the two classes, students were well engaged with one another and this short activity proved to be a successful collaboration across the two faculties and year groups.

Mr Schmitt and Ms Tibbotts were very impressed with the level of discussion and have further discussed another collaborative lesson at the outdoor classroom.

Roger Niccol, Head Teacher HSIE


YEAR 11 DRAMA SHOW

Year 11 Drama students have been hard at work on their yearly theatre production.

They are performing Louis Nowra's Summer of the Aliens.

Set in Australia in the 1960's, the play is a dramatic and touching coming-of-age story in an era of uncertainty. The show is cast, directed, performed and designed by the talented Year 11 Drama class.

We will be rehearsing throughout the holidays in preparation for the two student and staff performances in Week 1 of next term on the evenings of Thursday 23 and Friday 24 July.

Unfortunately due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, external visitors are not allowed to attend the performances.

We encourage all students to support their friends by on one or both of the evenings. Tickets are on sale in the main quad at lunchtime this week and in Week 1 of next term for $10.00 each.

We are looking forward to showcasing our drama students next term.

Travis Williams Drama Teacher

MUSIC ENSEMBLES PROGRAM

We are happy to announce that rehearsals for all music ensembles will resume in Term 3, commencing with the Choir on Tuesday 21 July - the first day back for students after the holidays. We are looking forward to having everyone back playing and singing.

In light of the need to adhere to the Department of Education's Infection Control Guidelines specific to the Performing Arts, rehearsals will be held in the MPC for the first two weeks followed by the Learning Hub during the weeks when Year 12 Trial examinations and Year 11 Yearly exams are scheduled. This will give us the necessary space to conform with requirements. There will be hand sanitiser, iso-wipes and paper towels available at rehearsals and students will be required to assist in the correct set up and pack down procedures.

We are saddened to announce that Mr John Buckley, Concert Band 2 and String Group Band Director has accepted a position at another school and will no longer be able to continue with his expert tutelage of these two groups. He will continue with Concert Band 1, rehearsing Friday mornings. Guest conductors will be engaged for CB2 and Strings until a replacement is finalised.

We are currently looking at Term 4 performance opportunities and will keep our families updated with information as it comes to hand.

Year 12 Band Students On behalf of the Music Ensembles program, we acknowledge the following Year 12 students for their commitment and contribution:

These talented students have been in the program since Year 7 and have devoted many hours to rehearsing and performing in concert bands, jazz bands and the choir. They have represented our school at local fetes, The Sydney Opera House, numerous instrumental festivals and eisteddfods. They have also performed at many of our own formal school ceremonies such as Presentation Evening.

Congratulations and thank you for being excellent role models and an for inspiring our younger students. We will miss them greatly and wish them well in their future endeavours.

Carol Coomber, Music Ensembles Director

Jamie Eamon Heath Eleanor Sachin Liam Nathan


SPIRIT WEEK - THANKFUL THURSDAY

A letter from our 2019-2020 School Captains Emily and James

Dear Staff,

On behalf of all students at Pennant Hills High School, the Student Leadership Council would like to thank you for your continued support of

and dedication to our learning. This year has presented unique challenges that serve as reminders for just how important our strong

school community is.

From learning at home, it was clear to all students that online modes of learning were not seen as a hindrance but rather as an opportunity by our

teachers. Online learning was embraced by our teachers with creativity and enthusiasm, which instilled in students a sense of motivation and allowed

for the continuation of the high standards of learning we receive in the classroom. Behind this, was hard work and dedication not only from

teachers but all staff at Penno.

This is a wider reflection of the outstanding support we are continuously given to help reach our goals as students. We would like to take the

opportunity to thank you all for this.

Sincerely,

The Students of Pennant Hills High School, 2020.

Yesterday, at assembly we saw staff come together to inspire YOU to reach your potential at school in this fantastic production put together by

TALENTED Ms Van Ede in the CAPA department: https://www.youtube.com/watch?

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OFFICE HOURS AND PAYMENT TIMES

The school office is open from 8.00am—3.45pm Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays) during school term.

The payments window is open from 8.15am—2.00pm on school days only.

COMMUNITY NOTICES AND CONTACTS COMING EVENTS

Pennant Hills Netball Club Needs YOU: New enrolments needed for U15’s Winter competition. For information contact Tamara on 0418 482 139

Try Baseball - Greenway Giants: At Greenway Park, Shepherds Drive, Cherrybrook on: Saturday 25 July 3-4.30pm, Sunday 16 August 10am-11.30am, Saturday 29 August 3-4.30pm and Sunday 6 September 3-4.30pm. Enquiries greenwaygiants.org.au

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

Rotary Youth Exchange: the opportunity of a lifetime for young Australians currently in Year 9 or 10. Expand your horizons with a year on Rotary Exchange. Discover a different culture - www.rotaryyouthexchange.net.au

Southern Cross Cultural Exchange: Information sessions www.scce.com.au or 1800 500 051.

LATTITUDE AUSTRALIA Volunteering and gap year placements for U/25s - www.lattitude.org.au or (03) 9826 6266

Student Exchange Australia NZ www.studentexchange.org.au or 9997 0700.

World Education Program Australia (WEP) www.wep.org.au or 1300 884 733 or on Facebook (wepaustralia)

Australian Institute of International Understanding (AIIU) www.aiiu.om.au or 1800 174 407 - program costs apply.

Lions Youth Exchange Program for 17-21 year olds - www.lionsclubs.org.au/ye

STS Student Exchange www.sts-education.com.au or 1800 263 964

AFS Intercultural Programs Australia www.afs.org.au or 1800 023 982 RECREATION AND SPORTING GROUPS Oakhill Drive Netball Club Players Wanted: Junior players U7/8/12’s and Senior players U15/16—17/18—21’s. Please contact the registrar Leanne Scowen at [email protected] or 0412 561 114.

Northern District Hockey Association: Contact [email protected]. U5 - U9 ‘Minkey’. U11, U13, U15 Mixed Junior Comp and U17. Play on a world class artificial turf facility at Pennant Hills Park.

West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Football Club: www.wphcfc.net.au

Rugby Connect - Trytons: is a Rugby Union program developed for boys and girls with special needs between the ages of 5-17 years. The season is run by Sydney Junior Rugby with the assistance of the Australian Rugby Union and NSW Rugby. Contact Matt Kellahan [email protected] or phone 9323 3407.

Hills Hawks Softball: All ages 4-adult welcome - www.hillshawks.softball.org.au or phone Hazel - 0414 474 461

Pennant Hills District Cricket Club: (15 years and over) pennanthillscricket.com.au Registration enquiries: [email protected] or SMS 0450 226 158.

North Sydney Girls Cricket Association: www.nsgca.nsw.cricket.com.au/

Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Rugby League Club: www.pennostags.com. All ages.

Beecroft Cherrybrook Junior Rugby Union Club: www.beecroftjuniors.com.au or phone Nicola 0402 677 180.

Cherrybrook Table Tennis Club: 0412 520 854 - Enjoy social and competition table tennis.

Sydney Zodiacs Youth Dragon Boat Club: www.dbnsw.org.au or [email protected] or 0410 655 764

Epping RSL Golden Kangaroos Marching Band: www.gks.org.au or 9868 3289

Northern Sydney Youth Orchestra: for young musicians. Not-for-profit organisation. http://www.nsyo.org.au Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Strings Orchestra. Weekly rehearsals at Beecroft on Wednesdays.

2nd/3rd Pennant Hills Scout Group: 0408 121 690 (Greg Smithson) - Tuesdays (7-11) and Wednesdays (10-15).

Pennant Hills Girl Guides: Mondays - Guides (10-14) 5.30-7.30pm; Senior Guides (14-18) 7.00-9.00pm. 0438 284 592 (Fiona)

Hornsby District Athletics (children aged 4 - 17): Saturday mornings at Pennant Hills Park www.hdlac.org.au

Cherrybrook Athletics Club (children aged 5 - 16): Friday nights 5.45pm - 8.00pm www.cherrybrookathletics.org.au

Taiko Drumming (a blend of choreography, drumming, movement and music for everyone): www.taikoz.com

St Agatha’s Youth Group: for students from Years 7 to 9 - www.stagatha.org.au or 0409 847 208 (Laura)

West Pennant Hills Netball: www.westpennanthills.netball.asn.au/ or http://www.facebook.com/WPHNC ‘Netta’ 7 - 9 years; Junior 10 - 15 years; Senior 16 years and above.

Thornleigh Softball: All games played at Galston. Contact Sharon - 0407 442 402. www.thornleighsports.org.au/softball

Cherrybrook United Netball Club: Games played at Pennant Hills Park. Modified ‘Net Set Go’ (5 - 9) Friday evenings; Juniors (10 - 15) Saturday mornings; Seniors (16 - open) Saturday afternoons. Phone Keryn on 0412 693 224

Castle Hill BMX Club: Fred Caterson Reserve, Castle Hill. Facebook: facebook.com/castlehillbmx President: Michael 0404 093 303. Email: [email protected]

Hornsby Junior Touch Footy: All games played at Foxglove Oval, Mt Colah. Girls 9s–17s; Boys 9s–15s. Information/Registration: hornsby.mytouchfooty.com

North Rocks Softball: Teeball, Modball, Softball - school terms only - 5 years to adults - social and competitive. Information/Registration: northrockssoftball.org.au or phone: 0406 852 851.

Asquith Netball: All skill levels welcome. Information Linda Wilton 0403 214 410 or [email protected]

Pennant Hills Netball Club: pennanthillsnc.nsw.netball.com.au

West Pennant Hills Scout Group: Contact Kevin 0408 257 498 for Cubs (Mon), Scouts (Thurs), Venturers (Mon)


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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND CONTACTS HELPERS NEEDED Foster families needed: Department of Family and Community Services - 8303 7644 Carers can be singles, couples, with or without children, and from any cultural background.

Foster carers needed: Key Assets NSW, a dynamic not-for-profit foster care provider - 8336 5700 Providing high quality and innovative family placements for children and young people with varying needs.

Volunteer with Easy Care Gardening: www.easycaregardening.org.au or 9983 1644 (Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai)

Bilingual Volunteers Needed: City of Sydney Meals on Wheels - For more information, phone 8512 4230.

Lifeline Telephone Volunteers needed: It’s never too late to make a difference … or to learn new skills. Join a team of volunteers on the crisis support line based at Gordon. Training is comprehensive and ongoing support is provided for all volunteer counsellors. More information: 9498 8805 or [email protected]

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND SUPPORT Free adult Literacy and Numeracy classes - Meadowbank TAFE: 9942 3572. Reading, writing and speaking.

Free English courses for adult migrants - www.ames.edu.au: Classes at Hornsby, Chatswood and Eastwood.

English Classes - Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm - 9.00pm during school terms. Cost $3.00 per week. West Pennant Hills Community Church, 41 - 43 Eaton Road, West Pennant Hills. Information and to register: 9872 4200.

The Kids Are All Right Website for parents of Australian teenagers. Go to www.thekidsareallright.com.au.

Tertiary Scholarships for children and grandchildren of Ex-Service Men and Women: Students selected on merit. Information and applications: www.avcat.org.au or phone 9213 7999 or 1800 620 361 (voicemail)

Jack’s Youth Café at Hornsby (run by Fusion Sydney North): 5 Jersey Street Hornsby (a short walk from the station). After school activities for students in a safe environment, Tuesdays - Fridays 3.00pm - 6.00pm. Phone: 9477 1110.

Ability Options: a FREE service helping people with a disability into the job that ’s right for them. More information: abilityoptions.org.au or contact Caroline Krix on 8811 1717 or [email protected]

Ability Links: supporting people with a disability, their families and carers to achieve their goals in life. For more information phone 8830 0768 or email [email protected]

Foster Care Association NSW: Advocacy, support and information for foster carers. www.fcansw.org.au or 4987 1847

Healthy Kids FREE Parent e-zine: important nutrition information and great recipes: www.healthy-kids.com.au

Enrol to Vote: If you are an Australian citizen who is 18 years of age or older, you must vote at all elections. Check if you’re enrolled at www.votensw.info, enrol to vote at www.aec.gov.au or phone 1300 135 736

Uniting Care Northmead: 8839 5107 - Workshops and counselling for parents. Phone for more information.

TOUGHLOVE: 1300 856 830 - Parents helping parents to deal with problems of unacceptable adolescent behaviour.

Parenting Education for Mums, Dad and Carers: www.nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au/caparenting Information and education provided by NSW Health - Northern Sydney Central Coast.

Centacare Broken Bay: 9488 2523 - Advice and support for parents.

Depression Support Group: 1300 794 991. Hornsby RSL - first Sunday of each month. Run by Association of Relative and Friends of the Mentally Ill.

Parent Line: www.parentline.org.au or 1300 1300 52 - Free professional service 24 hours every day.

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 - Free confidential service 24 hours every day.

Mission Australia: 9480 2500 - Free case management and counselling support for young people and families.

Single With Children: www.singlewithchildren.com.au or 1300 300 496 Non-profit social group providing exciting activities for single parents and their children.

Sydney Single Parents: www.SydneySingleParents.org.au or 9634 7502 (Hills) or 9411 1858 (Northside)

Hills Family Centre: 8805 7288 - Workshops and courses for parents and families.

Wesley Mission Family/Youth Services (the Hills): www.wesleymission.org.au/centres/wesleydalmar/ or 8805 7288

Community Life Church Cherrybrook Life Centre: 9651 3534 - Counselling and parenting courses available.

Newcomers Club: www.sydneynewcomers.com.au - Social club for women, offering support and friendship.

NSW Health Free Dental Clinic for 12-25 year olds: 9687 2544 - High Street Youth Health Service, Harris Park.

Rotary Club of Thornleigh Farm Markets: Third Sunday of every month - 8.00am - 12.00noon - Phyllis St, Thornleigh

Christ Evangelical Centre of Australia Chinese Language School: 0410 613 814 (Jenny)

Cybersmart website: www.cybersmart.gov.au - Part of the Australian Government’s cybersafety program.

The Australian Childhood Vision Impairment Register: www.vifamilynetwork.org.au The Register collects and uses data to improve services for children and to research eye disease and disorders of vision.

Bedford College Play Sessions for children (0 - 5 years) and their parents/carers: Fridays 9.30am - 11.30am at 2 Columbia Court, Baulkham Hills. Small fee includes morning tea for children and their carers. Bookings: 1300 174 174

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay: counselling, parenting and support groups. 9488 2400 or [email protected]

Our Space - Integrated Youth Service Hub, Eastwood: bringing together a variety of services committed to improving the wellbeing of young people aged 11–18 years. Information: www.ourspace.org.au or 9874 7458.

St Vincent de Paul Society: Interest free loans to low income families for essential household items. Phone 9477 5010


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