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RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL PRINICPAL Mr Howard Wolfers B A Dip Ed, M A, M Ed DEPUTY PRINCIPALS Mrs P Misius (Rel) B Ed, Dip Tch Mrs L Lewis B. Ed., Dip. Tch H T ENGLISH Mr R Dyson B Ed, Dip Tch H T MATHEMATICS Mr N Hoppe B A, Dip Ed, BSc, JP H T SCIENCE Mr G Allsopp Dip Tch, Post Grad H T HSIE Mrs R Holloman B A, Dip Ed H T CAPA Mr S Turner B A, Dip Ed, Cert of Ent H T HOME ECONOMICS Mrs L Stone (Rel) B Ed, Dip Tch H T PD.H.PE Mr A Jack BHMS (Ed) H T INDUSTRIAL ARTS Mr J Dennis Dip Tch H T SUPPORT Mrs C Taylor B A Dip Ed, M Tch H T WELFARE Mrs P Pilgrim B Economics, Dip Ed ADMINISTRATION MANAGER Mrs G Scott P & C PRESIDENT Mrs Godden SCHOOL LEADERS Rebecca Cook Emma Deal Luke Meredith Ronald Navarro ADDRESS: Lennox St RICHMOND NSW 2753 Phone: 4578 1177 Fax: 4588 5885 Email: [email protected]

Richmond High School, established in 1955, is a comprehensive high school providing quality learning experiences for all students in their pursuit of excellence. Set on eleven acres of park-like grounds, the school is well-equipped with a large bini-shell (hall), gymnasium, drama room, dance studio, modern computer facilities, a library, fitness room, two industrial kitchens, four technical workshops, a graphics technology room, three art rooms, two music and rehearsal rooms, seven science laboratories, over thirty conventional classrooms, including five specialist support classrooms, two sports fields, basketball courts and cricket nets. The school is wirelessly networked to support the students in Years 9, 10 and 11 who have laptops. Our staff is committed to modern educational practice and is dedicated to maintaining a caring and supportive environment. Richmond High School offers a curriculum which caters for each student’s needs, interests and abilities and provides opportunities for participation in a wide and challenging range of studies, sports and activities. Our students develop essential skills to ensure they will secure a satisfying and meaningful place in our rapidly changing society. Students benefit from access to Vocational Education & Training (VET) courses such as Construction, Hospitality, Information Technology and Primary Industries. The school has new Trade Training facilities to support the delivery of Metals and Hospitality courses. Strong Links to TAFE NSW provides further opportunities for senior students in courses such as Aviation, Beauty Therapy, Nursing, Business Services and Graphic Design. Our students are supported by professional and committed teachers, counsellors, welfare programs, peer support activities and mentoring programs.

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RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL STAFF - 2011

Mr Howard Wolfers Principal

English Mr Bob Dyson (HT) Ms Tara Cullen Ms Crystal Edwards-Walker Ms Mandy Fakes Ms Sophie Hogan Ms Rebecca Panarello Ms Megan Townes Mrs Julie Waterhouse Mathematics Mr Noel Hoppe (HT) Ms Janette Brahe Ms Deborah Bridge Ms Liz Hemmings Mrs Louise Hoskins Ms Cheryl Kinsey Mr Kamlesh Prasad Languages Ms Sophie Badiu Science Mr Gary Allsopp (HT) Mr Ian Anderson Ms Sharryn Anderson Mrs Monica Bergan Ms Alison Dobson Mr David Randall Mr Paul Sanders HSIE Ms Robyn Holloman (HT) Ms Renee Bezzina Ms Kelly Bow Mr Roger Owen Mrs Pat Pilgrim Mr Ken Platt Mr Ian Pollard Industrial Arts Mr John Dennis (HT) Mr Malcolm Cobcroft Mrs Mary Dennis Mr Adam Smith

Mrs Pam Misius Relieving Deputy Principal

Home Economics Mrs Leisa Stone (Rel HT) Ms Wendy Hughes Mrs Carly Nankarvis Mrs Viveka Vaz Creative & Performing Arts Mr Scott Turner (HT) Ms Kim Jones Ms Leanne Moxon Ms Sue Veigel Mr Simon Wyatt PD-Health-PE Mr Anthony Jack (HT) Mr Nathan Hando Ms Katherine Jones Ms Jodie Hussin Mr Garth Pereira Mr Peter Smith Special Education Mrs Cherry Taylor (HT) Mrs Sue Chapman Mrs Jan Farley Mrs Lalita Lal Ms Fiona Nixon Librarian Mrs Barbara Fish Learning Centre Ms Kelly Lotz Mrs Sue Willmott Careers Adviser Mrs Catharina Perry Aboriginal Tutor Ms Kathie Heather

Mrs Leiza Lewis Deputy Principal

Counsellors Ms Jennifer Gibson Mrs Janelle Owen Administration & Support Staff Mrs Glennys Scott (Manager) Mrs Doreen Bentley Mrs Gayle Cobcroft Ms Judy Cook Mrs Kath Jackson Mrs Margy Lewis Mrs Caroline McDonagh Mrs Victoria Middleton Mrs June Northen Mrs Julie Powers Ms Kathryn Simpson Mrs Nicole Stafford Mrs Gai Verhagen Mrs Gabrielle Wyatt General Assistant Mr Joshua Garth Farm Assistants Mr John Downie Mrs Noeline White Special Education Assistants Mrs Chintamani Bird Mr Stephen Cheatham Mrs Carol Heather Mrs Margaret Morales Mrs Vesna Nicols Mrs Sally Tracy Mr Ben Wynn Canteen Mrs Cathy James Mrs Annette Cassar Mrs Carol Wallace Mrs Louise Young Cleaner in Charge Mrs Janette Todd Mr Daud Malky


LIBRARY RESOURCES The library has a special place at Richmond High School. We offer a variety of excellent learning tools such as books, computers, internet, magazines, newspapers and videos. Also provided is a safe environment where students not only research and study but can also relax by reading and/or playing games such as Othello, Chess, Mastermind, Battleship and Uno. LEARNING CENTRE In 2008 a Learning Centre was established to provide support for students who require access to specialist facilities and specialist staff, whether talented extension students or those with specific learning needs. It is fully equipped with the latest on-line technology. The Centre provides a important learning hub for all students. COMMERCIAL KITCHENS The Kitchens in the Home Economics Department have had a major refurbishment. Food Technology & Hospitality students have their lessons in commercial standard kitchens. Teaching and learning in such an outstanding facility allows students to experience an industry setting within the school preparing them for the workforce. In 2010 a Function Centre was built to enable Hospitality Courses of all levels to be delivered. TECHNOLOGY Richmond High School has several technology laboratories throughout the school and many rooms are set up with interactive whiteboards and data projectors. There is also a connected classroom giving students access to video conferences with other schools and guest speakers. From 2010 all Year 9 and 10 students will have laptops which connect to the extensive wireless network within the school.

GYMNASIUM A separate gymnasium offers students access to specialist gymnastics equipment. The gymnasium also provides an airconditioned space for senior students to sit exams. WEIGHTS ROOM This room caters for the various fitness needs of all of our students. Students can develop their strength, power and cardiovascular endurance using modern fitness equipment. The room is also used for circuit training. The weights room is the place to get in shape. DANCE STUDIO A specialist Dance Studio was completed in 2009 and is used for regular Dance classes. It is equipped with bars, full length mirrors and a dance floor. DRAMA The drama room has its own performance space with tiered seating for a small audience. The props room provides students with a range of costumes and items for practical lessons. In 2008, a projector was installed which provides students with an excellent tool to view, critique and analyse their own drama performances and professional performances. MUSIC Specialist Music rooms are fitted out with keyboards so all students can be actively involved in Music lessons. Additional smaller rooms allow space for small groups and student bands to rehearse. The sound and lighting team also have access to modern equipment to support the showcase of high quality student performance. SCIENCE Five of the seven Science Laboratories have been totally remodelled. Each of the Labs has new flooring, including carpet in seating areas and new benches, tables, chairs and ceiling insulation. All the new Labs have Data Projectors installed, Wifi access. Teaching and learning is much enhanced in a better environment, allowing for use of computer technology and modern facilities. SCHOOL BUS Richmond High School is equipped with its own modern 21 seater Toyota Minibus, equipped with seat belts.

SCHOOL FACILITIES Richmond High School Safe Respectful Learners


YEAR 7 AND 8 - 2011 The junior school is organised on a module system. Year 7 and 8 students experience a broad range of subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Visual Arts, Languages, Music , Technology, PDHPE. Technology in Years 7 and 8 incorporates Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Agriculture and Information & Communication Technology. Students gain a range of Technology experiences during the course of the year. YEAR 9 AND 10 - 2011 Year 9 and 10 students follow a compulsory core grouping of subjects which is set by the Board of Studies. A wide range of elective subjects are offered in Years 9 and 10. Compulsory Core English PD/Health/PE Mathematics Australian Geography Science Australian History Three Electives in Year 9 and Two Electives in Year 10 Agriculture History (Elective) Physical Activity & Sport Studies Child Studies Industrial Technology (Timber) Textiles Technology Commerce Industrial Technology (Metal) Visual Arts Dance Information & Software Technology Visual Design Food Technology Music Work Education Some elective courses have combined groups of Year 9 and 10 students to provide access to wider choices and allow some students to extend their talents.

OUR CURRICULUM YEARS 7 - 10

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COURSES ON OFFER FOR YEARS 11 - 12

Ancient History Hospitality Society & Culture Biology Industrial Technology Software Design & Development

Business Studies Information Technology Sports Lifestyle & Recreation

Business Services (Administration) Legal Studies School Based Part Time Chemistry Information Technology TAFE Courses Community & Family Studies Mathematics, General, Ext Textiles & Design Construction Metals & Engineering Traineeships Dance Modern History Visual Arts Design & Technology Music Visual Design Economics PD/HEALTH/PE Work Studies Engineering Studies Physics Physics English - Standard, Advanced & Ext 1 Primary Industries Senior Science

Entertainment Retail Sports Lifestyle & Recreation Exploring Early Childhood Senior Science School Bases Part Time Food Technology


Richmond High School, as a comprehensive secondary school, is proud of its balanced curriculum which includes sport. Sporting activities are conducted across all age groups. Sport for Years 7 - 10 at Richmond High School is held on Tuesday afternoons. This includes Recreational and Fitness Activities, conducted in various local venues during summer and winter months. Knock-Out and Zone Team Sport involving graded competition between local government high schools and non-government high schools is held out of school hours. Skills required for a variety of team and individual sports are taught as part of students’ timetable. Students have P E lessons, plus lessons in Personal Development and Health. Sports Science is offered in Years 9 and 10. Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation is offered in Year 11 and 12. Further sport opportunities for students include: Dance, Golf, Cross Country, Walkathon, Ten Pin Bowling, Volleyball, Gym Fitness, Lawn Bowls, Athletics, Swimming. There is a Year 7 Swimming program and Outdoor Education camps which include adventure and recreational activities. Many of our Year 11 and 12’s continue to compete in Knock Out, Zone, Area and CHS competitions. Knock Out and Zone Sports currently offered: Boys Australian Rules, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Tennis, Touch Football, Rugby Union, Rugby League. Girls Basketball, Netball, Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Touch Football.

SPORTS ACTIVITIES AT RICHMOND HIGHSPORTS ACTIVITIES AT RICHMOND HIGHSPORTS ACTIVITIES AT RICHMOND HIGH


RECREATIONAL SPORTS ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDERECREATIONAL SPORTS ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDERECREATIONAL SPORTS ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE:

Basketball Duke of Edinburgh Fitness Gym Golf Ice Skating Indoor Netball Indoor Soccer Indoor Rock Climbing

Pool & Snooker Lawn Bowls Soccer Power Walking Ten Pin Bowling Tennis Volley Ball Touch Football


Richmond High School was the first school in the Hawkesbury District to offer programs in Agriculture. It has long prided itself in the quality of its Agriculture programs. It possesses a substantial agriculture plot where a variety of plants and vegetable crops are grown, and stock yards where steers are prepared for showing. A number of sheep, chickens, ducks and turkeys are raised. The Agricultural Show Team has a strong reputation in school competitions with many awards to its name from throughout NSW. • Participation in the Agricultural Show Team is open to students in Years 7-12 and is offered as a School

Activity • Students in Years 7 and 8 undertake units of work in Agriculture • Agriculture is offered in Years 9 and 10 for the School Certificate • Agriculture is offered (according to demand) in Years 11 and 12 • Primary Industries is offered as a vocational education course and provides advanced accreditation for

students undertaking TAFE courses in field related to Agriculture. Providing opportunities in Music, Drama and Dance through a Band Program, Concerts, Programs and Drama Performances. AFRICAN DRUMMING ENSEMBLE This is an exciting large ensemble that is open to all students. This ensemble encouraged the development of creativity, teamwork, musicality and commitment. Students play authentic African percussion instruments including djembes, dun duns, and shakers. This ensemble utilises and performs traditional African rhythms as well as original compositions. Richmond High School’s African Drumming ensemble diligently rehearses every week and frequently presents inspiring and entertaining performances at a wide range of events. CHOIR This ensemble is open to any interested students who wish to work with a vocal ensemble and a wide range of repertoire. The choir is developing and building repertoire in preparation for performances including official ceremonies, assemblies and events. We are fortunate to be part of the Western Sydney Regional Massed Choir as we annually perform at the Sydney Opera House for the talent showcase PULSE. SOUND & LIGHTING This team of committed, reliable and skilled students is a hardworking group of students who support every event that requires public address. They are proficient in facilitating events and ceremonies that require lighting, staging, audio, vision system and front of house operators.

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ROCK EISTEDDFOD Rock Eisteddfod is a series of dance/drama events staged worldwide by school students; with the shows involving telling a story on stage in 8 minutes. There are also sets and costumes to be designed and made and the performances often combine elements from the whole arts curriculum. Schools choose their own theme and story and work collaboratively with teachers and parents to bring their ideas to life. Richmond High School entered in 2009 for the first time and to our excitement we were put through to the state finals! We then came 6th at the finals, missing out by one place to make the nationals. It really bought our school and community together through rehearsals, painting, sewing etc.

Everyone involved enjoyed the experience immensely and are now looking forward to the next time we do it.

Pictures courtesy Winkipopmedia MUSIC All students participate in Music lessons in Years 7 & 8 and may then elect to study Music as an elective in Years 9 - 10 and Years 11 - 12. The school has a choir which has performed for PULSE at the Sydney Opera House and many students and staff perform in the Sydney West Music Festival. We conduct weekly rehearsals for our choir, jazz ensemble, and African Drumming ensemble. All three ensembles have regular performance opportunities including school based and external official events and ceremonies, festivals, state and regional productions, and community based performances. Our rehearsals take place in one of our Music rooms on the following days: Choir: Wednesday lunch time, Jazz Ensemble: Friday afternoon, 3pm - 5pm. African Drumming Ensemble: Friday lunch time. DANCE The School has Dance elective classes for Years 9 and 10. Students may also choose to do Dance for Sport in Years 7 - 10. There are Dance competitions and ensemble auditions. The Dance students participate in performances and choreography at Western Sydney Dance Festival, the Hawkesbury Dance Festival, PULSE and at Eisteddfods. In 2010 students also participated in the School Spectacular. Dance classes are also offered in Years 11 & 12. DRAMA Drama Performances are held each year, featuring performances by selected Drama Groups. The drama classes regularly make short movies to support the school’s PBL (Positive behavior for Learning) program to teach students community expected behaviours. PERFORMANCES BY VISITING BANDS AND ENSEMBLES Visiting school bands and performers are regular visitors to the school. We also have guest artists perform for the students. VISUAL ARTS AND VISUAL DESIGN Viusal Arts and Visual Design students have the opportunity to participate in many school based, regional and state programs. These include: CAPA Tea (stage 5 exhibition), Snr CAPA Evening (stage 6 exhibition), Hawkesbury Show, Regional Visual Art Camp, Operation Art, and the Dobell Drawing School.

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STUDENT LEADERSHIPSTUDENT LEADERSHIPSTUDENT LEADERSHIP

A PROUD RECORD OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND ACHIEVEMENT IN THE RICHMOND COMMUNITY

Student leadership skills are developed to encourage confident, mature and responsible members of the school and its community. SCHOOL LEADERS 2011 CAPTAINS Emma Deal Ronald Navarro

VICE CAPTAINS Rebecca Cook Luke Meredith

RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Lennox Street RICHMOND NSW 2753 Phone: 4578 1177

Fax: 4588 5885

Email: [email protected]

Students at Richmond High School are offered a wide range of leadership opportunities from Years 7-12: • Student Representative Council members are elected from each year group

• Captains are elected each year to lead the school

• House captains lead school sports houses at carnivals

• Year 11 Peer Mentors offer guidance and support to Year 7 students

• Senior SRC students act as leaders for junior leaders each year

• Day camps in Years 7, 9 and 11 develop leadership qualities

• SRC Students lead the school at regular school assemblies

• Students enter Lions Youth and Rotary Competitions and represent school in

debating, mock trials and Tournament of the Mind Teams

• Students attend state and local leadership courses

• Students visit primary schools to speak to students and demonstrate Science

experiments

• Senior students offered day to day leadership through vertical roll structure

• National Young Leaders’ Day, State and District SRC training and leadership

courses attended by Richmond High School student leaders

• Senior students coach Year 7 & 8 in sport and help run carnivals

• Students organize community fund-raising and community functions each year

for Red Nose Day, the Cancer Council and other activities

• Students represent the school at community functions, ANZAC day, civic

functions.

Our 2010 SRC



ICAS As part of our school policy to encourage students to extend themselves and accept new challenges. It is expected that students in graded classes take the opportunity to participate in ICAS - The International Competition and Assessment for Schools. Students in mixed ability classes are also encouraged to take part. The subject areas are: English, Mathematics, Science, Computer Skills, Writing, Spelling. Every student receives detailed diagnostic paper and online reports measuring their progress from previous years and a UNSW Certificate acknowledging their level of achievement. There is a cost involved and the tests take place between March and June. There are also opportunities to be involved in Debating, Public Speaking and Tournament of Minds throughout the year.

All students of Richmond High School willing to abide by the school rules and code of behaviour have an opportunity to be formally recognised in their pursuit of excellence through both classroom and school based Extra-Curricula activities. This recognition may be achieved through the MERIT AWARD SYSTEM. MERIT AWARDS The Merit Awards structure offers the opportunity for students to earn a number of awards beginning with a Class Award and leading through a structured sequence that may result in the award of the Richmond High School Gold Medal. CLASS AWARDS These awards can be achieved through participation in normal classroom activities. Class Awards my be given for achievements such as: Bookwork, Projects, Assignments, Class Contributions, Class Participation, Co-operation in Class, Academic Achievements. The classroom teacher will recognise those students eligible for appropriate Class Awards and will be responsible for presentation and recording of the awards. The number of Class Awards presented each cycle must not exceed the number of periods for that subject each cycle. Class Awards do not earn any Credit Points. HEAD TEACHER AWARDS Head Teacher Awards are offered to students when they have received a number of Class wards. The number of Class Awards required for a Head Teacher Award depends on the number of periods the subject is studied each cycle. The num-ber of awards required in different subjects are shown on the Merit award structure. PRINCIPAL’S AWARDS Students who have received 3 Head Teacher or Faculty Awards within 18 months may be eligible for a Principal’s Award. Students will only be eligible for a Principal’s Award if they have maintained a Behaviour Level of 11 for at least one term. Principal’s Awards will be presented by the Principal on a school assembly. BRONZE, SILVER AND GOLD AWARDS These awards are offered to students when they have accumulated a set number of credit points: • Bronze Awards will be offered when students have accumulated 60 credit points • Silver Awards will be offered when students have accumulated 80 credit points • Gold Awards will be offered when student have accumulated 100 credit points. Bronze and Silver Awards will be presented at a special school assembly towards the end of November. The Gold Awards will be presented on Presentation Night.

• Mathematics, English, Science & Computer Comp • Peer Tutoring, Literacy & Numeracy roll classes • After-school Mathematics tuition • Duke of Edinburgh Program • Agriculture Show Team • Senior Art and Design & Technology Exhibition • Rotary & RSL Scholarships • Lions Youth of the Year Competitions • Study skills programs, including after hours study

programs • Student Representative Council (meets daily)

• Concerts • Choir and Beginner’s Concert Band • Red Nose Day Concert and fundraising dinner • Student exchange Program • School welfare initiative camps in Years 7, 9 &11 • Participation in Sydney West Music & Dance Festivals • Peer support • Participation in School Spectacular

• Challenge and Outdoor Education • Aboriginal in class and learning hub. Tuition and Coaching . Norta Norta

• Boys Education Programs • Boys Coffee Crew • The RHS Challenge • Public Speaking

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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) AT RICHMOND The role of secondary schools has been broadened to include VET, as students, parents, teachers and employers all want schooling that better prepares students for work as well as providing them with a sound general education. There are now more opportunities for students to mix senior secondary school studies and workplace learning, so they are better prepared for their working lives when they leave school. VET in Schools programs are based directly on national industry/enterprise frameworks which include competency standards, involve substantial amounts of real work (70 hours over years 11 and 12) and result in a nationally recognised qualification. Students may also be able to enter into a training agreement as a trainee or apprentice while continuing to study at school. New Apprenticeships (including apprenticeships and traineeships) are available, so it is possible for students to start their training before they leave school and complete the Higher School Certificate at the same time. It relieves some of the pressure students feel when making difficult career decisions at the age of 16. There have never been so many opportunities for students to obtain skills for work while at school. In broadening the ways students can prepare themselves for work, the school also: • helps students explore possible areas of interest which can inform further study and work choices • encourages students to stay at school longer • helps young people acquire the skills that enterprises need and increase their opportunities for employment • fosters an increasing acceptance of continuous learning and develops the skills students need after they leave

school. At Richmond High School students can study Information Technology (Computing), Hospitality, Construction and Primary Industries, Metal Engineering, Retail and Entertainment. All may be studied at this and other Hawkesbury schools (SVET courses). HAWKESBURY TRADE TRAINING CENTRE Richmond High School is a member of The Hawkesbury Trade Training Centres in Schools Cluster which will offer courses in Metals and Hospitality to senior students from 2011. A refurbished Metals facilities and a 120 seat purpose-built Hospitality function centre is now at Richmond High, to ensure industry standard courses have the highest standard of facilities in the Hawkesbury. The four schools of the Hawkesbury Cluster (Richmond HS, Windsor HS, Hawkesbury HS and Colo HS) have worked together for many years to improve student access to Vocational Education & Training (VET) opportunities and to overcome the isolation and other disadvantages our students face. This cooperation has seen the shared delivery of VET courses in the region since 2001, which maximises the staff expertise and facilities available at each site. School timetables are aligned to facilitate this delivery, along with TAFE-delivered VET in NSW Schools (TVET). The benefits to students of this successful cluster arrangement extend far beyond VET delivery, providing them with access to more subject choices across the four schools than they would otherwise have in their own.

HAWKESBURY SCHOOLS CONNECT In 2011 Richmond High School and the three other Hawkesbury Public Schools will offer courses to students across the Hawkesbury Region. Richmond High School will offer courses in Information Processes and Technology, Extension Maths, Dance and Physics through mixed modes of delivery. This initiative is for Years 11 & 12.

Careers Adviser: Mrs C Perry VET Co-ordinator: Mrs L Stone

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P & C ASSOCIATION The education of your child and the ongoing improvement of conditions within the school are assisted greatly by the efforts of the P & C. Your support will guarantee continued improvement. Meetings are held on the SECOND TUESDAY each month in the Common Room (Administration building) commencing at 7.30 pm. All parents are cordially invited to attend. Parents are actively involved in fund-raising and consulted on matters of school policy. Parents are represented on the school’s uniform committee, staff selection committees, enrolment placement committee, finance committee and other committees established to review policies such as welfare and discipline, as required. CURRENT OFFICE HOLDERS ARE: President: Amanda Godden, Vice President: Janine Werner & Jane Applin, Secretary: Sandy Randall, Treasurer: Coby Weaver

ESSENTIAL DATES - 2011

All Year 7 students will start school for 2011 on Monday 31st January with a Welcome Assembly in the Milton Alston Centre at 9.00 am.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION

TERM DATES - 2011

Term 1: Friday 28th January 2011 to Friday 8th April 2011

Term 2: Wednesday 27th April 2011 to Friday 1st July 2011

Term 3: Monday 18th July 2011 to Friday 23 September 2011

Term 4: Monday 10th October 2011 to Tuesday 20th December 2011

ENROLMENT DATES - 2011 Monday 31st January 2011: Year 7 Enrolments

Monday 31st January 2011: Year 11 & 12 continuing students

Tuesday 1st February 2011: Years 8, 9 & 10 continuing students

Wednesday 2nd February 2011: All new enrolments (other years)



The school community decided at a public meeting, that school uniform was to be worn at Richmond High. The wearing of the school uniform encourages pride in the school, assists in the maintenance of tone and good conduct and reduces to a minimum any undesirable distinction between students in the school because of clothing. Community and prospective employer perceptions of a school are frequently formed by the appearance and tidiness of its students. Parents are asked to assist the school by ensuring their son/daughter wears the correct school uniform. If a student is unable to wear the uniform, he/she must have a note from their parents. We can provide assistance to families in need. The school can assist needy students with uniform requirements. CLOTHING POOL A school uniform clothing pool is maintained for both junior/senior boys and girls. Donations are always welcome. Please contact the Office for further details. JUNIOR GIRLS • Grey/maroon/sky blue tartan skirt and/or tailored shorts. (Material No.9032), No tracksuit pants. • Sky blue blouse or polo shirt • Black closed in leather / leather like shoes with white socks • Shorts and skirts should be no more than 7 cm from the ground when kneeling IN WINTER • Black, grey or flesh coloured stockings may be worn with the skirt. • Maroon slacks • Maroon pullover, sweatshirt or tactel zip-up jacket. The tactel jackets bearing the school badge may be purchased from Brynorms Richmond - 4578 4146 or 4578 2860. JUNIOR BOYS • School blue shirt or sky blue polo shirt • Grey trousers or grey shorts - King Gee type pants in correct school colours. No tracksuit pants. • Black closed in leather / leather like shoes with white or grey socks • Maroon pullover, sweatshirt or tactel zip-up jacket - as for Junior Girls. PE/SPORTS • Polo shirt - sky blue with maroon collar, school emblem on left side. Shorts - black. FOOTWEAR • The wearing of closed in black leather / leather like shoes is required to meet Occupational Health and Safety requirements and to meet workplace requirements for personal presentation. Joggers are acceptable for playing sport and for PE lessons. JEWELLERY • Jewellery should not be worn for safety reasons, except sleepers, studs, watches and plain rings. PLEASE NOTE Students not in uniform must carry a dated note written in their diary of an explanation from a parent to verify the reason for a lack of uniform . Please arrange for uniforms to be washed at weekends if a sec-ond set is not available. HOME ECONOMICS UNIFORM • A white full apron & white bakers cap or chefs hat • A tea-towel & dish cloth • Closed in black leather / leather like shoes Aprons are included in the Year 7 Home Economics Subject contribution of $30. For other years, aprons and caps may be purchased from the Home Economics Department. INDUSTRIAL ARTS & HOME ECONOMICS All students MUST wear a full-length apron at all times in practical rooms. CLOSED in footwear only leather or leather like is permitted in practical classes.

JUNIOR UNIFORM Richmond High School Safe Respectful Learners


SENIOR GIRLS • Navy skirt, tailored shorts or tailored slacks. No sports shorts or tracksuit pants. • White blouse - must have collar and sleeves • Navy pullover/sweatshirt/jacket. A senior jacket is available (Years 11 and 12) • Black closed in leather / leather like shoes with white socks or appropriate stockings • Year 12 ONLY - Senior Jersey SENIOR BOYS • White shirt/polo shirt • Navy blue trousers or shorts. No sports shorts or tracksuit pants. • Navy pullover/sweatshirt/jacket - as for Senior Girls • Black closed in leather / leather like shoes with white socks. • Year 12 ONLY - Senior Jersey

PLEASE NOTE Students not in uniform must carry a dated note written in their diary of an explanation from a parent to verify the reason for a lack of uniform . Please arrange for uniforms to be washed at weekends if a second set is not available.

SENIOR UNIFORM

A range of Senior Uniforms

A range of Summer uniforms



ACCIDENTS ON SCHOOL PREMISES, EXCURSIONS, SCHOOL ACTIVITIES OR SPORT

The school has a small number of staff qualified in First Aid. They will treat minor cuts, abrasions and assess the needs of each child prior to calling parents. Parents are requested to ensure that an emergency contact number and the name of their child’s General Practitioner is provided on enrolment and updated during the course of a student’s time at the school. A mobile number for instant contact is appreciated. Parents are requested to ensure any vital medical information is updated with the school, e.g. allergies, diabetes, prescription drugs to be regularly taken. AMBULANCE The school pays a subscription to the NSW Ambulance Service. This allows free ambulance travel for students who meet with an accident at school, on a school excursion, or participating in a school sport event. If you inadvertently receive an account for such an ambulance service, please forward it to the school. Office Staff will notify parents when their child is taken to hospital or a casualty department as soon as practicable. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE AND MONITORING Parents are reminded of the following: • School attendance is compulsory until a student reaches the age of 17 years. Parents must provide documentation to the school for all their child’s absences. Parents who are aware that their children are going to be absent from school are asked to phone RHS on 45781177 prior to the start of the school day to inform the office of their child’s absence. Parents who do not inform the school of their child’s absence on a particular day will receive an SMS message. The SMS system operates in the following way • Parents whose children are absent from school without explanation will receive an SMS message informing them of their child’s absence. • Parents are to respond to this message by following the prompts – the return message is paid for by RHS. Parents who do not respond to the first message will receive another message in the early evening requesting them to inform the school about their child’s whereabouts.

CANTEEN The school operates a canteen five days a week providing healthy lunches, drinks and fresh fruit. Students are welcome to bring packed lunches, but the purchase of food and drink on the way to school and after school is discouraged. Students must not use local retail shops during the school day. All funds raised by the school canteen are put into buying resources for your child. CAREERS ADVISER The Careers Adviser is available to help any student in the choice of their career, and can be contacted in the Careers Room. Parents seeking information about their child’s career choices, TAFE courses, or other tertiary education, are most welcome to contact the school for an appointment. DIARIES All students are expected to purchase a school diary. The junior diary costs $6.00 and the senior diary costs $10.00. Payment can be made to the stores office. The diary is an important tool to enhance teaching and learning. Students should have their diary in every class. The diary is also an excellent communication tool between parents and teachers. EARLY LEAVERS If students must leave school early for urgent or important matters, bring a signed note from your parents. Take the note to the Deputy Principals. The students will be issued with a leave pass. Parents must come an collect their students from the Front Office. EVACUATION PROCEDURE The school has its own evacuation procedures in the event of fire, flood or other critical incident. A long evacuation siren will be heart, students with their teacher will evacuate the building as quickly and calmly as possible and assemble on the playing field. Students are requested to communicate via the teaching staff, rather than use personal mobiles to contact family members and cause unnecessary alarm. Parents are requested to contact the office and not student mobiles, in the event of such an emergency.

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LOST PROPERTY Items of lost property can be claimed from the office. To minimise loss, all items of clothing should be labelled. Do not leave wallets and calculators in bags. Do not bring valuable items to school. MEDICATION Students who need medication administered either by mouth or injection at school must notify the office via parental contact. A medication form will be issued and must be signed by the parent/guardian. All medications are securely stored in the Administration building. MEDICAL OR ACCIDENT INSURANCE Neither the Department of Education and Training nor the P & C has an insurance policy to cover school-based accidents. This is a parent’s responsibility. If you feel you do not have sufficient medical cover to meet such expenses, then we suggest you take out a private insurance policy. MOBILE PHONES Mobile phones are to be turned off and out of sight during the school day. This includes recess, lunch time and study periods. Mobile phones that are seen or heard during the school day will be confiscated and stored securely in the front office. Mobile phones will be returned to the student after school or before school the following day. Parents are asked not to contact their child on their mobile phone during the school day. All contact with students should be made via the front office. Where students need to contact their parent this must also been done from the front office or the deputy’s office. Parents should not contact students on their mobile phone until after 2.55pm. Students may not use mobile phones or cameras to take photographs or record sound and video images at any time during the school day. Transmitting photographs or videos without the consent of the people involved is also not acceptable and against the law. Ipods and other electronic devices should be turned off and out of sight during lesson time, unless the teacher allows them to be used as a learning resource. Students can listen to their ipod during recess and lunch providing it is not a mobile phone. Students who use their ipod during class time, without permission will have their ipod confiscated. All confiscated electronic devices will be available for collection after 2.55pm or before roll call the following day. If a mobile phone is confiscated a second time a parent will be required to collect it. SCHOOL COUNSELLOR Appointments may be made through the office or directly through a counsellor at recess or lunchtime. The counsellor is located in the Library building and is here to help anyone who may be having difficulties either at home, at school, or with other students. Parents may wish to make individual contact with the counsellors. The days for counsellor consultation will be published each year in the School Newsletter. STUDENT DRIVERS Students wishing to drive to school may only do so with permission of the Principal. The correct forms are available at the office. Students may not park in the front car parks. They may park in the student car park (entered from West Market St), providing they abide by school rules for driving on school premises and keep the area clean. SUPPORT TEACHER - LEARNING ASSISTANCE The Support Teachers (Learning Assistance) at Richmond High School assist in the identification and assessment of students with learning difficulties; work with school executive, teachers and parents to plan and design appropriate programs for students with learning difficulties; work with class teachers in a team-teaching role within classrooms on the implementation of these programs; assist school executive and class teachers monitor and evaluate programs for students with learning difficulties, and withdraw some students from class for individual assistance. They may be contacted in the Learning Centre. TECHNICAL SUPPORT OFFICER Student with laptops can gain technical and maintenance support from Mr Don the School’s Technical Support Officer (TSO).

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