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RICHMOND RIVER HIGH CAMPUS NEWSLETTER Lake Street North Lismore NSW 2480
T 02 6621 3456 F 02 6622 2928
www.richmondri-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
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2021 I ISS UE 13 I TERM 2 I WEEK 4
We would like to respectfully acknowledge the Elders past and present of the Wijabul Wiyabal people and other peoples of Bundjalung Nation. We acknowledge that they are the first peoples of this land on which our school stands. Always was, always will be.
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From the TAS Faculty
TAS has started this term running with a large range of activities and events that are available to our students.
Our Hospitality students have been putting their skills on display as they prepared, served and cleaned up after a breakfast for the sponsors and committee members of the NSW Training Awards. Our students did an amazing job and demonstrated the skills that they have been working on. They are now preparing for their next function which will be an evening that they design for their parents.
Richmond River is participating in the Dubbo Merino Wether School Challenge again this year. Our sheep arrived from Dubbo at the end of last term and students have begun to prepare them to lead at the show. This annual competition is organised by the NSW Stud Merino Breeders’ Association, with support from AWI. The initiative aims to educate and engage students on the commercial production of Merino sheep by giving them a memorable ‘hands on’ experience covering a broad range of sheep and wool production skills. We would like to thank Ben Watts of Bralca for his continued support and organisation of this event. Ben is going to be conducting a workshop for our students latter this term.
Our senior Construction students have participated in and completed their White Card training. This will allow them to be able to complete their mandatory industry work placements over the next couple of terms.
Our Textiles students have been developing their sewing and fabric manipulation skills while completing their microwave bowl holders, pyjama pants and are now starting their hoodies project. The students are also learning how to knit and crochet squares for the Wrap With Love Blanket project. We are hoping to be able to make a knitted and crocheted blanket as a class project.
There have been several activities that our Agriculture students have been able to be involved with. We are looking forward to participating in shows again this year and our sheep from Dubbo and Angus heifers from True North will allow this to happen. The arrival of our baby dairy calves is always an exciting time at the farm.
Year 9 Agriculture has started a farm study related to the Dairy Industry. In the past we have participated in the Cows Create Careers unit which was designed to introduce secondary school students to the dairy industry and make students aware of career pathways within the industry. Dennis Rose has kindly lent us two beautiful calves for this project and students are enjoying learning how to feed and care for them.
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Finally, we are looking forward to seeing the improvements that are going to be made to our school through the Sustainable School's Grant that Mr Judd has received for our school.
Sally Ford TAS Head Teacher
Students have been working hard to regenerate our permaculture demonstration gardens and our sugar cane crop is coming along nicely.
On Friday 7 May Richmond River students attended a Sustainable Agriculture excursion to The Farm at Ewingsdale with Kadina and Lismore High Campuses that had been arranged by Zane Van Den Berg. Students took part in a range of workshops and practical activities that were delivered by local industry experts. Students really enjoyed the bee workshop. We are looking forward to attending Primex.
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Poetry Performance and Workshop This week Year 10 students at Richmond River High Campus were treated to a Poetry Performance and Workshop presented by the Poets Out Loud Youth Program. The event was held in the River Theatre and was hosted by Sarah Temporal, who is a Nimbin Poetry World Cup winner and former English teacher, and Katinka Smit who is also a performance poet who has had some success at the Nimbin Poetry World Cup. Their goal is to help people of all ages fall in love with poetry. Both hosts performed some of their own poetry for our students, before encouraging students to become involved in their event, The Youth Poetry Slam. The Youth Poetry Slam is planned for the first week of August and is open to young people aged 12-18. Entrants may perform solo or in teams of up to 4. Students from Richmond River are encouraged to take part. Hopefully we will have at least two students take up this challenge. Please see the English Department if you are interested. Sunny Willoughby Relieving Head Teacher English
Combined High Schools U18 Rugby Union
CHS Boys Football
Darnell and Connor of RRHC and two other Rivers College students represented North Coast at the state CHS U18 Rugby Union Championships in Kiama, last week. The boys played four tough games in three days. Two narrow losses to Sydney East and Sydney South West saw them finish in 11th position. Well done Connor and Darnell.
John Eakin PDHPE Teacher
Ethan spent last week representing North Coast at the state CHS Boys Football Championships at Kirrawee. Three days of rain and wind made for difficult conditions but the boys played extremely well finishing 7th out of 12 teams and were the only team to score goals against eventual champions, Hunter, who defeated us 4-2.
John Eakin PDHPE Teacher
C A L E N D A R 17 May - Widjabal Wiyabal Dreaming Day 4
20 May - Year 11 Reports distributed 21 May - Athletics Carnival
25 May - Combined Stage 6 Parent Teacher Evening 2 June - Junior Music Night 3 June - Senior Music Night
4 June - Widjabal Wiyabal Dreaming Day 5 23 June - NAIDOC Celebration
25 June - Last Day of Term 2
Sir Peter Cosgrove What a privilege it was to hear Sir Peter Cosgrove speak today at SCU. Addressing Year 12 students from across The Rivers College Campuses, as well as Trinity and Woodlawn, Sir Peter shared life experiences and lessons learnt. His knowledge around leadership and utilising your strengths was an important message for our students. His stories of representing Australia on the world stage were both engaging and at times incredible. He has lived an extraordinary life.
We would like to acknowledge Lord's Taverners Northern NSW for providing our students with this opportunity. Thank you, Raphael for your Acknowledgement of Country, on behalf of The Rivers Secondary College.
Stacy Clark Head Teacher PDHPE
Green Team Activity A massive thank you to the Green Team for making the PDHPE Faculty new Rhythmic Gymnastics ribbons for our upcoming unit in Year 8 PDHPE. Your skills and craftsmanship are greatly appreciated. Stacy Clark Head Teacher PDHPE
Widjabal Wiyabal Aboriginal Youth Leadership Initiative Day 3 Focus: Identity and Awareness Widjabal Wiyabal Dreaming is a five-day program which brings students from across The Rivers Secondary College together to participate in a series of cultural and civic leadership workshops. The focus is to give Aboriginal Youth a chance to work together, share ideas and have a voice in address-ing issues that affect them. The program is conducted off-site and allows the students to immerse themselves in learning about and reflecting upon core leadership values in the context of: • Culture • History • Identity • Awareness • Language Many of the activities are experiential and led by Aboriginal community and educational leaders, with stu-dents supported by mentors and teachers throughout the day. Key aspects of the program are Circle Yarning, Buddy Up and Reflection. Penny Graham Relieving Head Teacher The Rivers Secondary College
Canteen News
Opening times: The Canteen is open 8.30am to Roll call, Recess and Lunch. It is also open for seniors and teachers only from 10-10.30am and 12-12.30pm. Please stay within these serving times. Ordering: Orders can be picked up at the ice cream counter at Recess and the front counter at Lunch. Making an order at the Canteen is a great way of ensuring you get something you like. You can order online via the link https://bit.ly/3jhumfL. Orders need to be in before 9.30am for Recess and 11.30am for Lunch. Please be patient and listen to the directions of your teachers and our staff. School Lockers are available for hire at $40 per year plus a $10 deposit which is refundable when key is returned at the end of the school year. Breakfast Club is at the Canteen every day from 8.30am to 9am. Toast, cereal, yogurt, fruit and juice are available. Laura and the Canteen Staff
Assessment Task Due Dates Term 2 Year 7 Science Assessment Task 1 ‘Cell Model’ - 31.5.21 (Wk 7) English Assessment Task 2 ‘Feature Article’ - first lesson in Week 6 starting 24.6.21 PDHPE Assessment Task 2 ‘Who Am I? and Relationships 101 Units Test’ - in class W6 starting 24.5.21 Mathematics Assessment Task 2 ‘Take Home Assignment’ - in class 28.5.21 (Wk 6) Music Assessment Task 2 ‘LMMS Beats’ - 4.6.21 (Wk 7) Year 8 Science Assessment Task 2 ‘Comparing Rates of Conduction of Different Metal Rods’ - in class Wk 6 starting 24.5.21 Mathematics Assessment Task 3 ‘Half Yearly Examination’ - 27.5.21-28.5.21 (Wk 6) Music Assessment Task 2 ‘Short Film’ - 15.6.21 (Wk 9) English Assessment Task 2 ‘Creative Response’ - beginning of first lesson Wk 10 starting 21.6.21 Year 9 Food Technology Assessment Task 2 ‘Hello Eats - Healthy Food Choices’ - Food Orders due Wk 5 starting 17.6.21, Theory Assessment Wk 6 starting 24.6.21, 9.1 Practical Assessment Wk 6 starting 24.6.21, 9.2 Practical Assessment Wk 7 starting 31.6.21 5.1 Mathematics Assessment Task 3 ‘Half-Yearly Examination’ - Wk 6 starting 24.5.21 5.2 Mathematics Assessment Task 3 ‘Half-Yearly Examination’ - 28.5.21 (Wk 6) 5.1 Mathematics Assessment Task 2 ‘Area Project’ - 4.6.21 (Wk 7) Visual Arts Assessment Task 2 ‘Skateboard & Research Task’ - Written due 10.6.21 (Wk 8), Practical in Wk 10 starting 21.6.21 English Assessment Task 2 ‘Into The World - Visual Representation’ - beginning of first lesson in Wk 10 starting 21.6.21 Year 10 English Assessment Task 2 ‘Poetry Analysis & Presentation’ - first lesson Wk 5 starting 17.5.21 5.2 Mathematics Assessment Task 3 ‘Half Yearly Examination’ - 25.5.21 (Wk 6) Year 11 Mathematics Advanced Assessment Task 2 ‘Investigative Assignment’ - 28.5.21 (Wk 6) Drama Assessment Task 2 ‘Dramaturgical Research and Production Elements Project’ - 3.6.21 (Wk 7) Ceramics Assessment Task 2 ‘Glazing & Case Study’ - 2.6.21 (Wk 7) Earth & Environ. Science Assessment Task 2 ‘Plate Tectonic Theory - Influential Members’ - 7.6.21 (Wk 8) Legal Studies Assessment Task 2 ‘Technology Issue Report’ - 11.6.21 (Wk 8) Marine Studies Assessment Task 2 ‘Physical Product’ - 11.6.21 (Wk 8) Work Studies Assessment Task 2 ‘Student Portfolio’ - 24.6.21 (Wk 10) Year 12 Physics Assessment Task 3 ‘Nature of Light Presentation’ - 17.5.21 (Wk 5) Biology Assessment Task 3 ‘Practical Assessment - Infectious Disease’ - 18.5.21 (Wk 5) Investigating Science Assessment Task 3 ‘Research Task’ - 24.5.21 (Wk 6) English 1 Extension Assessment Task 2 ‘Critical Response’ - 16.6.21 (Wk 9) at 1.40pm Legal Studies Assessment Task 3 ‘Family Law Topic Test’ - 18.6.21 (Wk 9) Periods 2&3 Visual Arts Assessment Task 2 ‘BOW Progress Mark and in-class Essay’ - 18.6.21 (Wk 9)
ASSESSMENT CALENDAR
We are excited to announce we have rolled out the new Online Enrolment System from Monday 3 May 2021.
The Online Enrolment System is designed to provide flexibility for our parents to submit an enrolment ap-plication online and at the time that best suits you. The application can be access on all browsers and mo-bile devices including iOS and Android.
The online application process is currently restricted to: • Enrolments into local schools only • Children who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or permanent residents • Children who live in NSW
We offer our support and encourage you to complete your application to enrol online. If, however, you do not feel comfortable completing an application online, a paper copy will be available for collection from the front office or can be downloaded from the Department’s going to a public school site. Further information about online enrolment can be found on our website.
From the Office - Who Do I See?
Late: Go to the Office to sign in (if you arrive after 9.10am).
Lost: Go to any teacher or staff member who is nearby or to the Office.
Sick: See your class teacher for a note and make your way to the Office. You will then be directed to Sick Bay and a parent called if needed.
Unsure About Work Given: See you class teacher or Year Adviser.
Need to leave early during the day: A note signed by a Parent/Carer is to be given to the Office at the start of the day and a pass will be issued. Student is to show this note to their class teacher at the time of leaving, sign out at the Office and be picked up by a parent/carer.
Excursion Notes: Notes and payment are to be given to the Office by the nominated date and a receipt will be issued.
Concern About An Issue: Speak to Year Adviser or Deputy Principal.
Our school subscribes to the ELES Study Skills Handbook. This is a great online resource for parents and students to address all their study skills issues and concerns as well as learn new ways to improve students' results at school. The handbook has a huge amount of information for both students and parents as well as lots of interactive activities, multimedia experiences and useful resources. To access the handbook, go to www.studyskillshandbook.com.au and login as a subscriber. Our Username is: RRHC Password: 88success
Louise Seccombe Teacher-Librarian
RRHC 88success
Study Skills Handbook
School Counselling Service - at school
Kids HELPLINE - 1800 551 800 -
kidshelpline.com.au
Lismore HEADSPACE - 6625 0200 - 1800 650 890 - headspace.org.au
Mental Health Line - 1800 011 511
Beyond Blue - 1300 789 978
Parent Helpline - 1300 1300 52
Lifeline - 131 114
You can also :
• call the National Coronavirus Health Information line - 1800 020 080
• go to the NSW Health COVID-19 website external link for the latest information and advice
• Talk to your local GP or Community Health Centre
Important Phone Numbers and Support Services
School Updates App Introducing the NSW Department of
Education School Updates app
Opt-in to receive notifications when public schools have temporarily ceased operations due to adverse weather, bushfires or other emergencies. Find out more and download the app now. https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/practical-help-for-parents-and-carers/nsw-school-updates-app
RRHC Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/
richmondriverhigh
Sentral online portal -
https://richmondri-h.sentral.com.au/portal/login
Online Study Skills Handbook -
RRHC / 88success www.studyskillshandbook.com.au
Important Education Websites
The Sentral Student and Parent Portal provides parents and students access to information including school newsletters, student timetables, notices, calendar, calendars of assessment schedules, attendance, school reports etc. Parents can submit explanations for absences (if submitted within 14 days of absence), make requests for amendments to family details/medical information and view student plans such as individual education plans. Students can log on using their school username and password. Parents can register and access the portal, https://richmondri-h.sentral.com.au/portal/login
Sentral Student and Parent Portal
Parents who are dropping off or picking up their children before or after school are reminded to do this in the areas outside of the bus, taxi, disability parking, and no stopping zones at the front of the school. Suggested safe areas are the grassy area outside the Ag Shed in Lake Street or near the shelter in McKenzie Park in Pitt Street, where there is a footpath to the school. The other alternative is at the back gate of the school on Alexandra Parade. The safety of our students is paramount.
Reminder - Drop off and pick up at back of school
2021 RRHC Uniform Requirements
Please see the 2021 Lowes Uniform Price List on the next page.
RRHC logo school uniforms are supplied by Lowes located in the Lismore Square, Lismore. Cultural Pride Uniform items are sourced through orders organised by the Aboriginal Education Officer.
Junior School Uniform
• White, red or grey Richmond River logo polo shirt • RRHC Cultural Pride shirt • Plain black mid-thigh length shorts or skirt, plain black long pants or black jeans (tights are not acceptable)
• Red or black Richmond River logo jacket • RRHC Cultural Pride hoodie • Plain black, grey or red jumper or cardigan
NB: BLUE denim clothing is NOT acceptable
Senior School Uniform
• White, red or grey Richmond River logo polo shirt • White buttoned senior shirt (and tie on formal occasions) • Plain black mid-thigh length shorts or skirt, plain black long pants or black jeans (tights are not acceptable)
• Red or black Richmond River logo jacket • RRHC Cultural Pride hoodie • Plain black, grey or red jumper or cardigan • Years 11/12 designed school jumper or jacket
NB: BLUE denim clothing is NOT acceptable
Sport Uniform Junior
• Red polo shirt • Plain black mid-thigh length shorts or black sport shorts (tights are not acceptable)
Special note: Students are encouraged to change for PE lessons and change back to regular school uniform for remining lessons
Please note:
Torn and/or ripped clothing, tights, black T-shirts, blue denim jeans, singlets and/or tank tops, midriff tops, transparent fabric, incorrect colour and stripes, large logos and/or slogans and shorty shorts are all unacceptable for school. Important Note re Footwear: Work Health and Safety laws (2012) require all students working in a Technology practical classroom, Science lab and some CAPA classrooms to wear enclosed sturdy leather shoes. Students may not be able to participate in some activities in these practical classrooms if they are in canvas shoes.
UNIFORM PRICE LIST
School uniforms as shown below will be supplied by Lowes located in the Lismore Square, Lismore.
Tops Short Sleeve White Polo Top From $39.95 Light Grey Polo Top From $39.95 Short Sleeve White Overblouse (Seniors) From $39.95 Short Sleeve White Shirt (Seniors) From $37.95 Dark Red Polo Top From $41.95 Bottoms Black Skirt From $56.95 Black Slacks From $39.95 Long Leg Black shorts From $34.95 Black Cargo Shorts From $22.95 Black Shorts From $44.95 Jackets Black/Red Microfibre Jacket with Embroidery From $63.95 Socks / Belt / Aprons White Sports Socks From $5.95 Delight White Ankle Socks From $5.95 Trafalgar White Crew Socks From $5.95 Black Belt From $19.95 Navy Apron From $14.95 White Apron From $14.95 Notes: All prices are subject to alteration Ties are available to borrow at the school Library
Community
Stymie
Richmond River High Campus uses Stymie to support student well being and to support direct action against bullying in our school. The program educates bystanders about their responsibilities and provides an online, independent reporting method, ensuring complete anonymity for students making notifications; creating a sense of safety in "the crowd". The use of Stymie will help change the "culture of acceptance" of bullying behaviours. Students can access Stymie by going to www.stymie.com.au and www.facebook.com/stymieau
