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Randwick Boys’ High School
Guiding Young Men to Success
Find us at: Rainbow and Avoca Streets, Randwick 2031 and at www.randwickb-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Phone: 9399 3122 Fax: 9399 9546 Email: [email protected]
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Coming events for Term 3
Week 3 Week A /Event
Monday 29 July Homework Centre 3:30 – 5:00pm - Library
Thursday 1 August Homework Centre 3:30 – 5:00pm - Library
Friday 2 August Year10 & 11 ‘Building Bridges’ incursion
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From the Principal
Gifted and Talented class placement interviews underway
Since last week, Ms Edwards,
Ms Sofo and I have been
interviewing potential students
for the 2014 Gifted and
Talented Students program. We
have certainly met a lively and
interesting bunch of young men
and their parents!
The program uses both testing and interview to select suitable
students. We’re aiming to find young men who are intelligent but
also well-rounded, curious people interested in more than the
classroom. The young men we’ve met have certainly been
intelligent and among them we’ve encountered some outstanding
sportsmen, talented artists and musicians, civic leaders and young
people with wonderful dreams for the future.
Interviews continue into early next week, when a final list of
students will be determined, along with a waiting list.
Rainbow Street Turns 90
Older than Queen Elizabeth,
younger than Gough Whitlam or
Nelson Mandela, Rainbow Street
turns 90 this week. Like these
three famous leaders, Rainbow
Street must have seen some
extraordinary things. If you have a connection to our neighbour,
why not pop along to the celebrations. See the flyer in this
newsletter for details.
School Video underway
Last week, photographer, Mike O’Grady spent two
days in the school taking video shots of classes,
activities and sport that form part of our life at
Randwick Boys’ High School. He also interviewed
some of our outgoing Year 12 students and some
parents.
The project is to complete a video of the school that
tells potential parents what a great place we are!
Mike will be returning on August 28 to capture some
of The Show, complete interviews and view a few
more classes.
I’m looking forward to seeing the final product and launching it on
our website in Term 4. I know it will be a great statement about our
great school and the magnificent staff, students and parents who
make it such a terrific place!
Great Sporting Success!
Last week, nine Grade Sport teams made it into the semi-finals. Of
those teams, five played in the finals held on Wednesday. Along
with members of the
Executive, I visited some
of the games. I arrived just
after the 13s Rugby had
achieved an outstanding
victory against Homebush.
This team was undefeated
throughout the season and
only in the finals did they
even concede any points
against them by the opposing team!
The 15s game was underway and I was impressed to see Martin
Pakofe score a try moments after second half kick-off. When I left,
Randwick was ahead 25-0 against arch rival Epping and went on to
win.
By all accounts the 2nds had a thrilling game. Down 7-0 when I left
to visit another sport, they ultimately won 12-10 in a closely fought
contest, once again against Epping. The dogged defence and
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never say die attitude was evident in their play I watched and I am
sure these boys thoroughly deserved their win.
Our Hockey Opens played Homebush at Ryde and sadly went
down 1-0. I know the team was disappointed, but their
determination and grit was evident right up to the last minute.
Coach, Ms Andrewartha, paid tribute to the boys’ exceptional
teamwork and noted that over four years, the senior team members
not only had grown in their own skills but also had established a
legacy through their mentoring of younger players. They have left
behind the seeds of a future champion team.
Finally, the Tennis 2nds also had a great win against North Sydney.
Their win capped an exciting and successful day for our students
and ended a marvellous season of winter sport.
It is interesting that both Homebush and Epping, against whom we
often find ourselves pitted in finals, are schools with in excess of a
thousand students each. Their size gives them the advantage of
having more students from whom to draw teams, so Randwick’s
achievements are all the greater for this.
Congratulations to all students who participated in Grade Sport this
season and especially to those teams who won yesterday: an
outstanding effort!
W Duncombe
Principal
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Disability Provisions in the HSC.
Parents and caregivers may have read or heard recently about disability provisions for the HSC. A recent report by the Ombudsman found that public schools were under-represented in applications to the Board of Studies although proportionally, government schools have a greater number of students with disabilities.
The following information is from the Board of Studies site (www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au). We have a number of students who will receive disability provisions for the HSC and a number whom we have identified in other years. You may already have been contacted by us. If you think that your child may be eligible for disability provisions, I urge you to contact our Learning and Support Teacher, Mr Burke (9399-3122) to discuss the possibility of applying.
Board of Studies information.
Disability provisions for the Higher School Certificate examinations
Disability provisions in the HSC are practical arrangements designed to help students who couldn't otherwise make a fair attempt to show what they know in an exam room. The provisions granted are solely determined by how the student’s exam performance is affected. Provisions may include braille papers, large-print papers, use of a reader and/or writer, extra time or rest breaks.
Applying for disability provisions
Students who wish to apply for disability provisions should see their Year Adviser, School Counsellor or Mr Burke, the Learning and Support Teacher.
How does the process work?
Once the Board of Studies has received the application, a letter acknowledging receipt is published. The application is processed at the Board of Studies.
The Board of Studies has a Panel of Specialists that includes medical practitioners, educational psychologists, and consultants
for the visually or hearing impaired. The category of the disability and the evidence presented will determine who reviews the file.
When a decision has been made, a decision letter listing the approved and/or declined provisions is published with a copy for both the principal and the student.
A note to parents If you are concerned about whether disability provisions apply for your child, you should contact the school Year Adviser or Counsellor.
The application form must be submitted by your child's school as it requires specific information about the difficulties your child may experience in a classroom or examination situation. This does not mean, however, that you should not be involved in the application process.
Who can apply for disability provisions?
Any HSC student with a disability recognised in the Commonwealth Disability Standards for Education 2005. The definition of ‘disability’ in the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 includes:
physical
intellectual
psychiatric
sensory
neurological and
learning disabilities, as well as
physical disfigurement and
the presence in the body of disease-causing organisms.
Disability provisions also apply to temporary and emergency-related disabilities. A typical example of an ‘emergency’ is where a student breaks their writing arm a week before an examination.
Wayne Duncombe
Principal
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During Terms 3 and 4 we will be updating our medical records
systems to ensure we have the most up-to-date information on
your son’s health.
If you have a child with a medical condition you will receive a
copy of the new form in the mail and will need to fill it out and
return it to us as soon as you can.
If you do not receive a form and your son has a medical
condition, please contact the school so that we can make
arrangements to send you a form.
The school, through the information provided previously by
parents, has already started collecting some of this information.
The new forms will help us collect your son’s important medical
information and the introduction of new systems will mean we'll
be able to better manage the daily and emergency health needs
of your son.
We appreciate your support as we start collecting the
information, and if you have any questions please call the
school on 9399-3122.
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INVITATION TO YEAR 8 PARENTS and STUDENTS
FIND OUT ABOUT THE RECORD OF SCHOOL
ACHIEVEMENT FOR 2015.
ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT IS OFFERED AT
RANDWICK BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL.
WHEN? July 31, commencing at 6.30pm and concluding
by 8.00pm
WHERE? School Library
INVITATION TO YEAR 11 PARENTS and
FIND OUT ABOUT THE HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE FOR
2014
LEARN ABOUT THE HSC MARK, THE ATAR AND SCALING
ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT IS OFFERED AT RANDWICK
BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL.
WHEN? Wednesday, August 07, 2013 commencing at 6.30pm
WHERE? School Library
Year 8 Languages Prizes in International Languages Competition
In the May 31st newsletter, Mr Duncombe mentioned the success of
the Year 8 Language boys who competed enthusiastically and ably
in a international languages competition – Language Perfect. This
was an online competition and as such, extremely suitable for
students living in our digital world.
In their category (50 – 100 students) they were ranked in the top
40% in French and the top 43% for Indonesian. This is indeed a
great achievement for boys who have only studied these languages
for a short time.
The following boys excelled in the competition with top scorer,
Anto John Mathews receiving an I-Pod shuffle as well as a Bronze certificate (1645 points - top 10% of 225,000 competitors).
Benjamin Coan, very competitive and not far behind, also received a Bronze certificate (1378 points - top 10% of 225,000 competitors).
Two boys also received Credit certificates, (putting them in the
top 20% of 225,000 competitors):
Jake Rowlands (800 points) and
Ashish Mathew (729 points).
All students in the French and Indonesian classes participated.
The following students received a Distinction certificate from
Mr Duncombe for their scores of 100 points plus:
Aimin Ahmad Sabri
Khasaa Enkhboldt
Duncan Evans
Tajmim Chowdhury
Aswin Adinanto
Joel Joseph
Oscar Eastwood
Eddie Langford
Yianni Kotopoulos
Mehmet Cengiz
Anthony Ma
G Townshend
French and Indonesian Teacher
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Of the five teams who made it to their Grand Finals this week, four
were victorious and the fifth team, the 1st Grade Hockey team only
narrowly lost 1-0 in a valiant effort .
The winning teams were the mighty 13s Rugby boys who won 36-
10 against Homebush. This was the team I was lucky to coach and
I am proud to
say that the
boys played
their best game
all year in the
Grand Final, as
their opposition
had some very
big players and
were very
physical. While
our team was
clearly dominant, scoring 6 tries to 2, the big boys from Homebush
got near our line on a few occasions and our boys showed what
great defenders they are and held them out (all but twice!).
The Man of the Match was Raine Dellow, who scored 4 tries and
whose tackling inspired the rest of his team mates. The other points
were all scored by our other star, Tyrell Mayfield. However, every
player in the team put in a stellar performance! The 13s deserved to
be Premiers this year as they were undefeated all season and only
had their line crossed in the Final. They are a lovely bunch of young
men, who brought great credit to our school all year in the way they
played the game on the field and in their excellent sportsmanship.
The 14s Rugby team defeated Epping 33-0 in a spiteful match
which was unfortunately marred by an ugly incident at the end of
the game.
The 2nd Grade Rugby boys won in a thrilling contest against Epping,
12-10. Whew! What a great game of Rugby. The boys were also
undefeated all season, but came up against a highly fancied Epping
side, who had played all year in the 1st Grade Competition. Epping
were extremely well drilled and “looked the goods” when they were
leading by 5-0 in the first half, but the spirit and passion of the
Randwick boys inspired a fight back, with Kingston and Slade
Samagaio scoring the winning tries and Kingston scoring the
important conversion. The boys and their coaches, Mr George and
Mr Bladwell are still justifiably “pumped” about this great win.
Our 2nd Grade Tennis also won convincingly 5-1 against North
Sydney. This match started close in the initial two sets, which were
won in a tie break 4-3. After that the singles matches were won
more easily with Jeremy and Danny winning 6-0. Matthew Quach
won his singles 5-1, which led to the overall victory.
Congratulations, boys!
The Opens Hockey game was a hard fought affair, with three of our
players getting hurt and our boys playing with their customary
passion and spirit.In the end their injuries probably cost them the
game. Bad luck to the boys in this team. This committed group
richly deserved to win the premiership , and almost did it!
WELL DONE TO OUR GRAND FINALISTS! UP THE WICKS!
I had the pleasure of being present at the Zone Trophy
Presentation Ceremony after the Finals and was thrilled to receive
our 6 premiership trophies for 2013. They were for the above
mentioned Winter Premiers and also for the 14 Years Waterpolo
and 15s Cricket Premiers from the Summer season.
These trophies and the awards for our Swimming and Athletics
winners will be presented at a special Sports Assembly his Friday,
26th July.
All premiers and Age Champions will receive trophies at the end of
year Speech Day Ceremony.
SUMMER SPORT CHOICES This Monday the boys choose their Summer Sports. All boys have
been given a list of available sports in their Roll Classes. Please
make sure you choose wisely! I would love to see lots of Grade
teams ready for the upcoming Summer Grade sport season. It is
truly through Grade sport that our students can enjoy the thrill of
competing in a strong Zone Competition and can also contribute to
our long tradition of school sporting spirit of which Randwick is
proud.
Ms Mould
Sports Co ordinator
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Randwick Boys’ HigH scHool
Drama Club
This semester we have created a Randwick Boys’ High School
Drama Club for Year 7 and 8 students. We meet at lunch time to
create theatre, explore important issues and have fun! Join us!
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Randwick Boys’ High School
Writers Workshop
Do you enjoy or are you good at CREATIVE WRITING?
Would you like to participate in Writers Workshop this term?
I am running a Writers Workshop after school once a fortnight
this term. The workshop will focus on developing creative
writing skills and working collaboratively with other budding
writers. Afternoon tea will be provided.
Please register your interest with Ms Pappin in Staff Room 2.
Everyone is welcome!
L Pappin
Welfare Coordinator and Year 10 Year Adviser
Randwick Boys’ HigH scHool
Year 10 and 11 - Welfare Performance
‘BUILDING BRIDGES’
Dear Parents/Caregivers,
Randwick Boys’ High School prides itself on the opportunities it
provides to all of its students to reach their potential, to understand
their worlds and to reflect on their experiences.
On Friday 2nd August all Year 10 and 11 students will attend an
important Welfare Performance called Building Bridges. The
Performance will explore the themes of relationships, responsibility
and choice in contemporary Australian culture.
Through storytelling and song students will explore:
Respect for ourselves and others
Fostering positive relationships
The impact of modern technology and social networking
Alienation, empathy and forgiveness.
Dignity, compassion and the right to safety and freedom
The presentation invokes passionate discussion and has powerful
messages to impart.
Please complete the permission note below and return it to the front
office with your payment of $7.00 by Tuesday 30th July.
L Pappin
Welfare Coordinator and Year 10 Year Adviser
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PARENT/GUARDIAN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT and CONSENT
Year 10 & 11 Welfare Performance $7.00
BUILDING BRIDGES
I give permission for my son to attend Performance of Building Bridges
on Friday 2 August 2013
I have discussed appropriate behaviour during a live performance with my son.
Signature (Parent/Guardian) Date ____________
L Pappin – Welfare Coordinator and Year 10 Year Adviser
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Welfare News
This term is an exciting term for Randwick Boys’ High School
students with many activities planned to support our students.
The Year 11 Crossroads Camp is scheduled for August 19th and
students are asked to ensure they have completed the medical
form and returned it to Ms Pappin.
Year 10 and 11 will be attending a powerful performance called
Building Bridges on Friday 2nd August. The performance will
explore the themes of relationships, responsibility and choice in
contemporary Australian culture. Please find the permission form
on page 5 in this newsletter. Students are reminded to return their
permission form and payment of $7.00 to the front office by 30 July.
Year 10 and 11 are invited to attend the bstreetsmart Forum on Thursday 22nd August. The Forum provides students in this age group, who are most at risk, with a realistic look at the trauma caused by road crashes and gives them information and strategies in an attempt to reduce serious injuries and deaths. The Forum's contents and structure aims to treat young people as adults allowing them freedom to choose from a range of interactive exhibits. There are only 45 places available so please return the permission form and your $15 to the front office to secure your place!
Students can access support material and spare permission notes
from the Welfare Desk outside staff room 2.
L Pappin
Welfare Coordinator and Year 10 Year Adviser
The bstreetsmart Forum will include an exciting combination of
demonstrations, crash dynamics and rescue, vehicle stopping
distances and active exhibits. The forum will include displays
relating to youth trauma and safety from:
Westmead Hospital’s Emergency Department
Brain Injury Unit
Organ and Tissue Donation
Drug and Alcohol Service
The NSW Police
NSW Fire Brigade
NSW Ambulance Service
Careflight
St John Ambulance
Australian red Cross Blood Service
Wheelchair Sports NSW
Trent Driving Simulations
Volvo Truck Rollover Simulation
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‘bstreetsmart’Year 10 and Year 11 PERMISSION FORM
PLEASE NOTE: Only the first 45 students to return their permission form and pay $15 at the front office will attend the excursion
I give permission for my son ___________________________________________________ to attend the excursion to the
‘bstreetsmart Forum’ on Thursday 22nd August 2013 at Allphones Arena, Olympic Park, Homebush Bay.
I understand that my son will travel by bus to and from the venue.
I have discussed appropriate conduct with my son and will ensure he is wearing full school uniform.
Please tick
I consent for my son’s image being used in video to promote this event.
I do not consent for my son’s image being used in video to promote this event.
Signature (Parent/Guardian) ______________________________________________Date_________
L Pappin – Welfare Coordinator and Year 10 Year Adviser
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THE SHOW IS COMING UP VERY SOON!!
'Lights, Camera, Action! Tickets are on sale and I hope everyone will come and watch this year. This is the link to the Ticketek website where you can purchase tickets for either Wednesday 28th or Thursday 29th August: http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.
Please come along and support the kids! The Show is called ‘Lights, Camera, Action!’ and each item is based on a different movie, such as Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, Avatar, Hugo, James Bond and Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
M Ford Music Teacher & Year 7 Adviser
Sponsor The Show whilst advertising your business
Randwick Girls’ and Boys’ High Schools have an outstanding reputation in the performing arts.
The sponsorship team invites your business to join the journey for this wonderful production of
Lights, Camera, Action!
Perhaps if you have been unable to assist with costumes or props crews, you may like to take this opportunity to show your support in another way by becoming a sponsor of The
Show.
Contact sponsorship team for further information:
Kris 0401 887609 or Sandra 0410 509056
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Lynda.com, delivers on demand tutorials for
staff and students on a range of topics.
Lynda.com offers staff the opportunity to
develop skills in a huge range of areas through
access to self-paced learning tutorials.
Relatively simple tutorials, such as how to work with Excel spread
sheets, provide skills for beginners, but the range of tutorials is
almost limitless.
The best news for students,
is that they will also have
access to the tutorials.
Students have been sent
emails to the DEC email
accounts advising them how
to sign up.
This is an enormous advantage to students at Randwick Boys’ High
School. By having on demand access, they can learn and revise
technology at their own pace and use it to support their learning at
school.
P Bunn
Computer Co ordinator
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Surf’s up at Maroubra Beach this July for the
Beach Breaks Carnival!
WHERE: Maroubra Beach
WHEN: Sunday 28 July 2013
TIME: 8am-12pm Surfing NSW Junior Surfing Titles
contest & presentation
12pm-4pm Beach Breaks Carnival
1pm 2013 Surfing Walk of Fame inductees
yummy food stalls – hot pies, pancakes and coffee!
FREE rides and activities – dodgems & pirate ship.
DJ Will (Martini Club)
market stalls – jewellery, clothing, hats and sunnies
bring your board down for FREE Custom Airbrush and Posca Art application by renowned artists Caspian de Looze and Vinnie Gracanin
FREE community surf lessons throughout the day by ‘Let’s go surfing!’
tarot readings & henna tattoos stall
give-aways from surf sponsors
Randwick City Council
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