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Singleton High School
75-81 York Street Singleton NSW 2330 Phone: 02 6571 1199 Fax: 02 6572 4889
Email: [email protected] Web: www.singleton-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
August 2014 News
Takahata Visit 2014
In this issue
For your information
What’s on in August / September
Notices
Cover Takahata visitors and their families Page 2 What‘s on in August / September Page 3 Principal‘s Report Page 4 Deputies‘ Reports Page 5 Youth Express and assessment tasks Page 6 Deputy Report, Welfare News Page 7,8 Year Advisor Reports Page 9 SRC Report Page 10 Takahata Visit 2014 Page 11 Max Potential and Support News Page 12,13 Faculty Reports Page 14,15 Career News Page 16 Aboriginal Education Page 17 Library and Behind the Scenes Page 18, 19 Sports News Page 20,2122 Classifieds Page 23,24 Canteen and Uniform Shop
Principal Mr Tony Jarrett
Deputy Principal Yr 7,9,11 Mr Glenn Yates
Deputy Principal Yr 8,10,12 Mr Ian Skilton
Deputy Principal Mr Shane Hookway
Deputy Principal Mr David Welsh
Welfare HT (Rel) Ms Dayna Cowmeadow
Administration HT (Rel) Mr Graeme Lindsay
Admin Manager Mrs Margaret Richardson
Uniform shop
Opening hours Monday 8.30 to 10.00am
Monday 4.00 to 5.00pm
Canteen Mrs Tracy Johnson
Coordinator 02 6572 2373
P&C Association Meets the 3rd Monday of the month in common room
Next meeting 18 August
President Mrs Salli Avard
Secretary Mrs Cynthia Mulholland
Treasurer Mr Simon Rock
School Hours 9.25am - 3.25pm
School Office Hours: 8.30am - 4.00pm
18 August Motivational Media WIYA opening P & C Meeting 7.30pm
19 August Ag Quip
20 August PCYC Rugby League program Meeting of the Minds challenge day
21 August UNE presentation to Year 12
27 August Captains 2015 speeches/voting
27 August Jesus racing team
28 August SRC election
29 August Equestrian team ` Tommy‘s Day
1 September Year 8 police talk
3 September Parent Info night Yr 7 into 8, Year 8 into 9 and early stage 6
4 September Tocal live cattle show day Year 12 Safe Partying police talk Year 11 exams start
10 September Meeka Youth expo Year 7 & 8 fun run at Rose Point Fire cadet competition
11 September Year 7 & 9 boys vaccinations
15 September Year 10 police talks P & C Meeting 7.30pm
17 September Love Bites Year 11
18 September Love Bites Year 11
19 September Year 12 Final Assembly
22 September to 7 October School Holidays
COMING SOON Singleton High presents
“Little Shop of
Horrors” Night Performances: Two nights only
Thursday 30 &
Friday 31 October Tickets:
Adults: $15
Students/Concession: $10
For best seats book tickets through Front Office
Principal’s Report
Mrs Katherin Solman and Mrs Trish Duncan representing our non-teaching staff.
The following students were also recognised Jake H, Amy B, and Ryan D;
Mr Mark Dyball, Mrs Linda Wilkes, and Mrs Angela Brown were also recognised from our teaching staff and
Our AECG award winner was Ms Deirdre Heitmeyer.
Congratulations to all our award recipients and thank you for serving public education. I would also like to pay tribute to our hospitality students and to our musicians. Again, they highlighted the professionalism and talents that this school has in abundance. This presentation, celebrating public education, demonstrates the talent that is nurtured by the staff at Singleton High School.
During August our school and community renewed our relationship with Takahata, Japan. This year, 14 students and two staff from Takahata were hosted by families from throughout the Singleton district. We also had the opportunity to welcome back Mr Greg Davis to Singleton, although Mr Davis no longer teaches in Takahata. The visitors were impressed by the hospitality of our community and the new learning experiences they enjoyed at our high school. Many memories they will take with them back to Japan. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the host families who have continued to ensure the success of these visits.
I would like to remind our community we will shortly be celebrating Tommy‘s Day, a unique event in the school‘s calendar. This day is held in memory of Tom Kirkwood. Tom‘s influence brings our school community together through various activities to raise much needed funds for children‘s cancer research.
I wish our athletes all the best as they compete at the state titles at Sydney Olympic Stadium and team Singleton as they represent us at the 2014 International Children‘s Games to be held at Lake Macquarie.
Yours in Public Education,
Tony Jarrett, Principal.
Although we are well and truly into the term, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome our community back as we enter Semester Two.
We have had a number of staff changes for this semester. Mark Dyball has retired
as Head Teacher Administration, although he will continue to teach for the remainder of Term 3. Carolyn Barker has also resigned from teaching at Singleton High School. It is hoped to fill both of these position before the end of Term. I wish both staff members all the best as they go into a new stage in their journey. Both have been outstanding teachers at Singleton High School and have made a large contribution to public education in the school.
Term 3 is a time to prepare and to make choices on our future directions at Singleton High School. Recently we had our parent information nights and students have now started to make their subject choices for 2015. As we move into 21st Century technology our school now allows students the opportunity to select their courses online. Parental response to this innovation has been very positive and again highlights the direction our school is heading in the use of technology. What also is very pleasing is the involvement of the parents in supporting their child in their subject choices.
Year 12 has just finished sitting the Trial Higher School Certificate and now they are undergoing the stress of preparing for their Higher School Certificate. As parents you can support your child to maximise their exam results, by encouragement, looking at ways to gain the extra mark, and ensuring they take every opportunity to work with their teachers. Too often we see some Year 12 students switch off between the trials and the Higher School Certificate.
In August New South Wales public schools celebrated 60 years of promoting public education through Education Week. The Education Week ceremony was held recently providing the Singleton Public Schools the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of our students, staff and school communities. The opening address was given by our state local member for Upper Hunter Mr George Souris who clearly outlined how public schools are preparing our communities for the future.
The recipients from Singleton High School who were recognised for their work in public education are:
From our community we recognised the efforts of Donna Horton and Tracy Johnson in our school canteen and uniform shop;
The Yinpi Program as an example of one of the many outstanding school programs to support Aboriginal students move from school to work and recognised the effort of the Coordinator Mrs Jo Vinson;
It has been a busy start to the new term and it was great to see so many parents and students at the subject selection night last Wednesday. I believe it provided a good foundation to the making of best choices for subjects in 2015. I would like to thank Mr Lindsay and all of the staff who came
back to support our school community on the night.
Term 3 will be a busy term for Year 11 students as they complete their Preliminary HSC and prepare for entry into the HSC courses. It is vital that students continue to attend all classes and present assessment tasks. I am seeing that there are some students who are putting their success in the Preliminary HSC at risk by their failure to submit tasks and poor attendance. Mr Lindsay and I are working to identify those most at risk and hope to be able to interview these students before the situation becomes too difficult for the student to repair.
Finally, a quick reminder of the powers of social media. I have had to spend a large chunk of time dealing with a situation caused by uploading images to the web. Students need to be reminded that once things have been sent to the web, they can be made available to almost anyone. In the latest case, some images were sent via Snapchat. It was believed that these images would only go to a small (12) group of recipients and then disappear after three seconds. Unfortunately, there is now an App which allows you to capture those images and store them. Some students were surprised to find their private(?) shots on my computer the day after posting. I can guarantee that I will not be sending them on, but can you say the same for everyone who finds one of your uploads? Please think before sending out an image!
Thank you for the warm welcome I have received since my official start this term. I am looking forward to working with you all over the coming years.
Glenn Yates Deputy Years 7,9,11
Look out for upcoming surveys on our Parent Moodle website and be prepared to help us make Singleton High School the best school we can make it.
(visit http://web1.singleton-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/moodle/).
Assessment Tasks are now available on the Millennium Parent Portal for download.
(https://www.millenniumschools.net.au/portal/)
Assessments will appear in your activities tab two weeks before the due date, which is the same time that students receive their formal notification of assessment task requirements. Other elements such as Critical Student Information, Notification Information, and Marking Criteria / guidelines will also be made available to assist. Examinations, for obvious reasons, will not be available until the exam has been completed and a catch up period expired. See the full page promotion in the newsletter for more details.
Subject Selections for 2015 has commenced and will be finalised this term. All students have been e-mailed (to their DEC @education e-mail account) instructions on how to choose including a unique login code to our new ―Edval‖ online subject selection website
(visit https://web.edval.com.au/).
Students have also been e-mailed their relevant subject selection booklet. Copies of the subject selection booklet are available for parents on the Parent Moodle under subject selection.
(visit http://web1.singleton-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/moodle/)
Deadlines for students are: Yr 7, 8, 9 need to have made their 2015 choices by Wednesday 13 August, and Yr 10 students need to have logged their 2015 selections by Wednesday 20 August.
Please look out for BYOD information. Singleton High School is engaging in staff development and training to enhance our capacity to accommodate 21st Century learners. As part of this Bringing Your own Device will become increasingly beneficial to the learning opportunities of our students.
Shane Hookway, Deputy
Deputy Principals’ Reports
Term 3 is a critical term in our school planning. Work is underway already in planning for 2015. Alongside some major reviews that have already commenced at Singleton High School, we will be developing the strategic plan for 2015 and beyond.
Part of developing that plan involves gathering feedback from our community and the parents of our students as to what you think are the great things that we do at Singleton High School and what are the things that you would love to see focused on or developed to make it an even better school.
ROMEO & JULIE
By Robert Reed An off-beat comedy play for off-beat
teenagers, at the
Singleton Youth Venue 7 Pitt St, Singleton.
Thursday 4 September at 7pm Friday 5 September at 7pm
Saturday 6 September at 7pm Gold coin donation
Tel. 6571 4687
Deputy Principals’ Reports cont..
Welfare News
The Pit Stop for Youth Program aimed at Year 9 boys and girls will also occur on 19 August. This program is provided by local health services that come to our school and work with our young people sharing information about health and wellbeing. This is a hugely successful program that has been facilitated in our school for the past four years. I would like to acknowledge Libby Gresham, Community Health Nurse, for her efforts in coordinating this program.
Measles
We currently have a member of our school community who is undergoing chemotherapy and would like you to be aware of the following information which will support Singleton High School‘s endeavour to minimise those risks where reasonably practicable.
Measles is a viral disease that may have serious complications. Measles is now rare in NSW because of immunisation but many areas of the world continue to experience outbreaks.
Measles is usually spread when a person breathes in the measles virus that has been coughed or sneezed into the air by an infectious person. Measles is one of the most easily spread of all human infections. Just being in the same room as someone with measles can result in infection.
People at risk of measles include people with a weak immune system (e.g. people who are receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy for cancer or people who take high-dose steroid medications) even if they have been fully immunised or have had past measles infection. Source: http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/s t u d e n t s u p p o r t / s t ud e n t h e a l t h / c o n d i t i o n s /infectdiseases/index.php
For further information please call your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055 or visit the New South Wales Health website www.health.nsw.gov.au
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Uniform
It is pleasing to see the majority of our student population dressed in school uniform. The reasons why we are a uniform school are varied. Uniform builds pride. Our community wants to be proud of our school and its students. They expect high standards and judge students poorly when they do not meet community standards. Uniform enhances our students‘ reputations. Our uniform also helps us ensure our school is safe. We can easily identify people who should not be in the school and who place students at risk. Your uniform says ‗You are one of us!‘. The Welfare Team is here to support and provide assistance to students who require support with their uniform.
Lastly, it is with pleasure and excitement that I undertake the role of relieving Head Teacher Welfare for the remainder of this year. I look forward to working with not only the staff and students but also with the wider school community.
Dayna Cowmeadow, HT Welfare (Rel)
Welfare Programs
Term 3 is a busy time for the Welfare Faculty. We already have underway many programs that support and encourage the positive wellbeing of our students.
We currently have running; Seasons for Growth (Yr 7 & 8), Be Your Best (Yr 7 & 8 girls) and Beautiful (Yr 9 girls). Our school is fortunate to be able to run these programs in conjunction with both the Youth Venue and Singleton Family Support.
On 18 August we will welcome Motivational Media to our school. This year the theme is IMPACT. The production will encourage us to understand the impact of some events may leave us fearful and hurt. Others may challenge us and even empower us to do great things. We in turn can impact on the decisions and directions of those we come in contact with. Understanding the power of such impacts should make us consider carefully what actions we take.
It has been a delight this term to have been working with your children. The ability to walk the journey of their educational career is a teacher‘s/parent‘s delight. The subject selection evenings have allowed us to share future thoughts, directions, u-turns, even quantum jumps. The choices
available to students today, in this modern system certainly makes me very envious.
Congratulations to Year 12 as having completed the Trial HSC you are now that milestone closer to the goal of the next phase in your life. I am aware that much planning is happening for post HSC exams period but I advise you to keep your eye on the prize of study and successful completion of the HSC. As parents of Year 12 students you are no doubt experiencing a young person who is under a lot of stress and may be more emotional than normal. The time will pass quickly and by November all should return to normal.
A reminder that Term 3 is a consolidation term for all students in the junior years with the yearly exams Week 4/5 Term 4. Year 11 are to attempt their final exams in Week 8/9 this term. We wish them well and are looking forward to working with them when they are in Year 12.
It is soon that we move into the election process of our new school leaders for 2015. I am aware of candidates who are putting themselves forward and the field is of high quality once again. It has been a pleasure to have been working with our captains over the years. I look forward to the completion of this year‘s interviews and speeches.
Ian Skilton, Deputy Years 8,10,12
Year Reports
Year 7 Report
Welcome back to Term 3 although it is already nearing its halfway point!!! Lots of exciting things have been happening in
Year 7 this term, the highlight being Beanie Day which took place on Friday 1 August. This event was an SRC initiative fundraiser to support one of our own, Jacob Moore. The response was overwhelming with enough money raised to purchase a laptop for Jacob to use during his absences from school. Well done to all for your generosity!
The first Leadership Team meeting was conducted in Week 4 with an excellent response from Year 7 students. This team will become the driving force behind many events which will occur over the next few years and we encourage all Year 7 students to become active participants in this team. Students can see year advisors for more information regarding the Leadership Team.
A number of serious bullying incidents has been reported of late and we would like to remind all students of the Singleton High School DHV policy in which any form of discrimination, harassment or vilification is not tolerated and will be dealt with accordingly. For the DHV policy to be effective all steps must be followed to ensure a positive outcome is able to be achieved. The SHS DHV policy was included in the Year 7 Handbook issued at the commencement of this year. A hard copy is available upon request.
Whilst the large majority of Year 7 students presents for school in full school uniform there is a small minority who continue to wear items of clothing that do not comply with SHS uniform policy. Uniform infringements will be issued to such students who do not bring a note explaining why they are out of uniform and uniform detentions and pre-suspension formal cautions will be given for continued non-compliance. If a student needs assistance with obtaining the correct uniform they may approach either the year advisors or HT Welfare, Miss Cowmeadow.
Margaret Bagnall and Leanne Mullen, Year Advisors
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Year 8 Report
Welcome back Year 8. I hope you all had a very restful break and are well and truly underway with your Semester 2 courses.
Subject Selection
Year 8 will soon be making their subject selections for Years 9 and 10. Subject selection booklets are available for download in Moodle under Student Administration/Subject Selection. Please familiarise yourself with this document as it contains important information about the subjects your child will study in 2015. Please don‘t hesitate to contact faculty head teachers or year advisors if you have any
issues or concerns about subject selections.
Tommy’s Day
Tommy‘s Day this year will be held on Friday 29 August. It is to raise much needed funds for cancer research. Students are encouraged to bring some loose change along and participate in the many activities on the day. All money raised will go to this great cause, we encourage all of Year 8 to get involved and enjoy the day.
Well Done
Mr Jones and I would like to extend our congratulations to all students who received well done certificates at the end of last term. Keep up the great effort.
Jo Radcliffe and Nathan Jones, Year Advisors
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Year 9 Report
Year 9 is currently in a very busy period of the year. Heads are in the books and there are lot of extra curricular activities to get involved in such as Tommy‘s Day,
Beautiful, subject selection, Pit Stop, police talks and the leadership team.
Tommy's Day will be held on 29 August and we as a year are organising pass the footy. We need some more student volunteers to run the stall on the day. We have gained sponsorship from Singleton Hungry Jacks providing us with three $15 vouchers, we are also looking for more prizes and donations for the event.
The Year 9 girls program Beautiful, which looks at body image and self-awareness has begun. Girls will participate in their science class groups. This will take place over a four week period in Term 3 in B1 and will be facilitated by Reina Stalker from the Singleton Youth Venue.
Pit Stop will be held on 19 August. This event is made up of a series of stalls all supplying the students with different information on different aspects of personal welfare health and wellbeing. Notes have been given out, could they please all be returned signed by parents.
Police talks were held two weeks ago and they addressed issues such as sexting, cyber bulling and internet safety. It was a great success and all students‘ behaviour was to be commended as they all displayed the school‘s PBL expectations.
The Year 9 Leadership Team and Singleton Council have been in discussion over their ideas of looking after the environment locally. A decision on their future project will be soon. Watch this space.
Daniel Mead, Year Advisor
Year 10 students with the nomination packs for school captain 2015
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The Trials are over. Congratulations to Year 12 for making every effort to be ready for each of your exams. You all conducted yourselves with maturity and we hope that the efforts made will increase in preparation for your final
Higher School Certificate commencing on Monday 13 October next term.
A final team building and stress relief excursion will occur on Friday 5 September. We will be heading down to the lake area for some fun sporting activities, trampolining and ice-skating. I have been sent risk assessments from both places as many schools are using these venues for sport. This will be an out of uniform day as most students no longer have a sports uniform. There was a suggestion from one of the companies to bring helmets. I think it would be awesome and a hoot, a day to remember, if everyone turned up with helmets, another photo opportunity.
The penultimate day of the Year 12 2014 schooling career will be a rehearsal for the final formal presentation assembly the next day on Friday 19 September. Parents and families will be invited to attend in the Multi Purpose Centre.
The date of the Year 12 Formal is Wednesday 12 November, meeting at the Civic Centre at 5:30pm. A photographer will be there for students to take the opportunity for family and friend photographs.
At this point I would ask guardians and parents of our Year 12 students to remind them not to do anything foolish, or jeopardise in any way receiving their Higher School Certificates. Help them to stay focused, relieve their stress, maintain their vision and encourage them to be the best that we know they are.
Some useful links
Important HSC dates and HSC information can be found at
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au
Judy Schmitt and Annie Phillips, Year Advisors
Year 10 Report
Year 10 has settled back into the term after completing their work experience and Round Tables at the end of Term 2.
There have been many positive reports coming back to the school in regards to work experience and it has allowed our cohort a different perspective into the world of life outside of school.
Year 10 is currently fundraising to assist in covering the costs of their end of year excursion to the Gold Coast, Queensland. Students are selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and it is proving to be a successful campaign for some of our eager students. Just a reminder to those students who still wish to attend the excursion that deposits can be made at the front office once elective fees have been paid.
Once again we remind students that yearly examinations are coming closer and that students should be busy completing assessment tasks and preparing themselves for these examinations. Continue the hard work Year 10.
Rebecca Luscombe and Daniel Higgins, Year
Advisors
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Year 11 Report
There is typically a lot going on for Year 11 in Term 3 of each year. End of term exams and the election of school captains for 2014/2015 are two items on a
busy agenda.
This year is no exception with a number of students presently considering their options relating to nominating. To any student the responsibility that goes with this role can be a little daunting. Public speaking and a high profile do not fit well with many students. This year I believe we will have an exciting field of candidates, both boys and girls. Nominations will close on 15 August. At this time captain nomination packs are being distributed.
Year 11 will be preparing for yearly exams which commence in Week 8 of this term. This being Week 5 there is not all that much time to pass before exams start and in the meantime a number of assessment tasks will be due for submission.
The Leadership Team from Year 11 is working on fundraising initiatives for ―Tommy‘s Day‖ on 29 August and the team is highly motivated and eager as they prepare for their ideas to be acted on in the coming weeks. ―Tommy‘s Day‖ is on 29 August and if it is as successful as it was in 2013 we can look forward to raising a considerable amount of money for ―Children‘s Cancer Research‖.
Bob Collins and Leanne Ellis, Year Advisors
SRC Report In Week 2 of this term the proposal of supporting Mark Hughes ―Beanie Day‖ appeal for children with brain cancer, was discussed and it was decided that, as we have a young man in Year 7, Jacob is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer, we should focus our campaign on helping him. It had been decided many months ago that the SRC wished to assist Jacob by providing him with something of a personal nature to demonstrate our support for him as he underwent treatment. It just so happened that we were given a green light to go forward with our idea at the same time the idea of ―Beanie Day― was sug-gested.
The aim was to raise enough money to purchase Jacob a laptop computer. He has a keen interest in technology and to have his own computer available to use at home would be something everyone thought was an excellent idea.
Beanie Day was Friday 31 July and with the combined support of staff and students we were able to raise enough money in one day to purchase the computer for Jacob. Mr Norris will sit down with Jacob and his parents and will then purchase the computer.
The student council would like to thank everyone for their fantastic support.
Bob Collins, SRC
Week 4 already and we are wondering where the time has gone. As usual, for those students on the student council, it has been business as usual ever since we returned from the holidays.
Tommy’s Day 2014
Preparations for ―Tommy‘s Day‖ are well underway with a number of students and staff volunteering to shave their heads on the day. Thanks to Mr Henderson for agreeing to go bald for Children‘s Cancer Research on ―Tommy‘s Day‖. Mrs Parish is shaving her head on the day but her fundraising will be in support of the Moore family.
A large number of students are presently selling raffle tickets for our giant raffle where we have a Hot Air Balloon Flight for two with a champagne breakfast as well as a wheelbarrow full of prizes donated by local business. The talent quest on ―Tommy‘s Day‖ last year was a huge success and it is hoped that in 2014 we will be able to repeat this success. Great prizes are available to be won and all we need is the support of students to enter the competition.
Gonski Breakfast
Federal member, Joel Fitzgibbon, came to our school on Tuesday 28 July and Amy B and Tim D were able to represent the student body and speak to
Mr Fitzgibbon about their HSC Trial Exams and other issues at a morning tea in the staff common room.
Beanie Day
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Takahata Visit 2014
Our annual visit from Takahata was a huge success for our school community.
Twelve students and two teachers from Takahata arrived into Singleton on Tuesday 29 July. This year marked the 18th year of the sister school visits and reinforced the strong relationship we have developed.
During their stay the Takahata delegation participated in a range of activities, including lamington making, pen making and a visit to the KaWul Centre. It is without a doubt that the highlight of the six day stay is the bond that develops with the local host families.
This annual visit from Takahata would not be possible without your generous and kind hearted hospitality. We hope that you enjoyed this experience and would like to sincerely say Thank You!
The Takahata group spent seven days in Australia and they chose to spend the majority of their time here with us in Singleton. This is a reflection of how highly Takahata regard the friendship fostered between our two towns. If you ever find yourself in Takahata and mention you are from Singleton, the red carpet will be laid out in front of you and you will be treated like an old friend.
Dayna Cowmeadow and Ren Barnett
Singleton High’s Surprise Visitor...
Year 7 was treated to a very special guest last week in music. Sarah De Bono from the first season of The Voice dropped in to say hello. Sarah and Zac gave stirring renditions of ―Price Tag‖, by Jesse J, ―Roar‖, by Katy Perry and ―Stay with Me‖, by Sam Smith.
Sarah was also kind enough to give the two classes a professional master class on singing warm ups, scales and advice on how to look after your voice.
The students had a great time as did the teachers...thanks Sarah.
Matt Edwards, CAPA Faculty
Max Potential Leadership
Support Unit News
Max Potential Leadership 2014
Year five of the Max Potential Youth Leadership programme came to a climax on Wednesday 6 August at the Singleton Diggers Club York St with the Showcase Expo. This was a collective display of the Community Service Project that each of the 16 young adults from the Hunter Valley region executed in the 22 weeks of this excellent leadership programme.
Eleven young people made up of Year 11 students from Singleton and Muswellbrook High School, St Catherine's College plus five trainees from Singleton Diggers have spent the last 22 weeks working with their community coach to develop their leadership skills and maximise their potential in their personal life. They have set themselves some really good stretch goals and worked away over the duration of the programme to achieve them all.
The Showcase Expo was both a fun celebration of the work they all have been doing in the local community and a presentation of accreditation certificates to both coaches and young adults.
All attendees were very impressed and proud of the young people's efforts. This programme continues to demonstrate the great future of the youth in the Hunter region in so many different areas of life that they feel passionate and motivated to promote.
For more information, contact:
0416 158 024 or Gerard McMillan at the Singleton Diggers Club on 02 6572 2622.
Happy 18th
Kiara
June 12 marked a very special occasion. Kiara F celebrated her 18th birthday. The classroom was filled with everything from cupcakes to helium balloons, with good company, great food, heartfelt gifts and tasty birthday cake. Thanks to all who made this day one to remember. What a beautiful day shared with Kiara‘s family, friends, canteen staff, year advisors, Year 11 peers, support staff and school staff . What a wonderful celebration of a beautiful and much loved member of our school. Many happy returns Kiara.
Megan Parish, Support
Home Economics Faculty English Faculty
Edible garden
The edible garden out door learning centre is fast becoming an interactive hot spot. Students are always picking herbs to use for cooking in the hospitality and food technology subjects. The support students learn about how the plants grow, and how they can be used in their cooking. The construction class built and maintains the fences and gates and Year 7 technology mandatory computing students are in the process creating a page on the school website for each plant to inform other students about what is available in the garden.
The students have then linked these pages from the school website to the garden by tagging each plant with a quick reader code. A quick reader code or QR Code is like a bar code, which is scanned by a smart phone (the phone must first have a QR reader application downloaded), this then links directly to the information on the school website about that particular plant. Scan the QR Codes below to see more…
If you have any seed or seedlings of any fruits, vegetables or herbs please feel free to donate them to the edible garden as we are always looking for more educational aids to enhance every students learning.
Daniel Mead, Home Economics
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Sydney Produce Tour
Singleton High School was lucky enough to be asked to be a part of the Hunter Culinary Association and as such have been able to participate in many great events. On 14 July, the hospitality teachers joined chefs and apprentices from the local Hunter region for an industry visit to Sydney. First stop on the early morning start was T&F All States which is a well run and organised fruit and vegetable processing company, where we got a behind the scenes look at
The English faculty warmly welcomes Mrs Marian Henderson to our staff this term. Mrs Henderson is an experienced English teacher who has previously been a permanent member of the English faculty. It is wonderful to have her back with us again. Mrs Henderson replaces Mrs Ballard who is travelling and working in England for the rest of the year. We also extend an official warm welcome to Mr Rob Prudence who is working with us. Mr Prudence is a valuable member of our relief staff and we are fortunate to have him working with us in English this year.
Congratulations to our Year 12 classes who have been very busy with their trial HSC exams. Now is the time to maintain that momentum and remain focused. Regular revision of your content and practice of past exam questions will prepare you for the challenges ahead. Attend all classes and work closely with your teachers to ensure you can approach your exams with confidence. We are proud of you and encourage you to seize the day!!
Year 11 students have also been busy completing their preliminary course study. The exit exams will be held at the end of this term. Students should discuss how best to prepare for these exams with their teachers. We wish Year 11 and Year 12 the best of luck over the next few weeks.
Junior classes have also been busy reading a wide selection of novels in their fiction study units. Thank you to all parents and caregivers for your support in ensuring your child comes prepared to class with their novel.
As the time approaches for students to make subject selections for 2015, Year 10 students must consider which English course to choose. English is the only compulsory HSC subject but unlike the junior school there are different course options. English Advanced and English Standard are 2 unit courses that allow students to attain an ATAR. English Studies is also a 2 unit course but it does not satisfy the requirements for an ATAR. Extension 1 English is available as an additional unit of study for Advanced English students only. Year 10 students must read their subject selection booklets carefully to gain a clear understanding of the different courses available. Year 10 should discuss these choices with their teachers or see me for further information. Please contact us if you wish to discuss these options further. We are very happy to help you and your child make the choice that is best for them.
Enjoy Term 3.
Mrs Nerida McNamara, Head Teacher English (Rel)
Capa Faculty the processes and tight HACCP control. The next stop was to the chilly site of Andrews Meats. The temperature of this business was cold to say the least and again we got a great look behind the scenes of a well organised and highly efficient meat distribution site. This was very beneficial to all of us working and teaching young apprentices.
The highlight and conclusion to the day was lunch at Colin Fassnidge‘s 4Fourteen restaurant in Surry Hills. Thanks to the wonderful chefs and staff we were treated to a fabulous two course meal. Having the restaurant almost entirely to ourselves the group took the opportunity to test out the dessert, wine and coffee menu. In all it was a fantastic dining experience.
Congratulations to the event organisers and participating industries for enabling us to have such an educational, interesting and well organised day.
Tracey Holloway, Head Teacher Home Economics
It is with much pride and CONGRATULATIONS that we announce that this year‘s Star Struck dance group has won the award for best dancers.
The girls showed much dedication and worked very hard during rehearsals and are most deserving of this award. The girls were chosen to perform in two pieces as well as the finale in this year‘s show.
Performing firstly in the opening of the show, this was really quite spectacular to watch par t icu lar ly highlighting their talents and such wonderful costumes. It is a pleasure to work with such a fantastic group of students with such dedication and enthusiasm.
I look forward to coordinating Star Struck for 2015. I would finally like to say that we have secured a grant for $1500 to take our dancers to watch the State Dance Festival later this term.
Well Done Girls!
Jo Radcliffe, Star Struck Coordinator
Careers News
It is such a busy time of year career wise, with so many opportunities and information flooding in. I have listed below all the updated information that we have in relation to University and TAFE courses available.
University of Wollongong
Early Admission Program now open
Open Day National Art School Sydney 30 August
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
30 August - 10am to 3pm
University of Sydney
Early Admissions applications now being taken online
University of Technology Sydney
Open Day 30 August - 9.00am to 4.00pm
Kuring-Gai Campus Open Day 6 September
University NSW Sydney
Open Day 6 September - 9.00am to 4.00pm Kensington Campus
University of Newcastle
Open Day 23 August -10.00am to 4.00pm
University of Canberra
Early entry scheme now open
Open Day 30 August - 9.00am to 4.00pm
Southern Cross University
STAR early entry scheme entries close 10 September
University of New England Visit
Stephanie Low from UNE will be at Singleton High School 21 August at 10.20am to explain about the early entry scheme to UNE. To be held in library.
Please visit the careers office for further information on all Universities. We usually have all the current student information packs or can show you where to access them.
Apprenticeships
Coal and Allied close 18 August
http://www.skilledgrouptraining.com.au/
Jobs in the Hunter close 31 August
http://jobsonthecoast.com.au/hunter/engineering-
apprenticeship-intake-2015/
Bengalla Mine close 20 August
http://www.migas.com.au/news/bengalla-mine-
apprentice-intake-2015/
University Admissions Centre
Applications are now open for all admissions to NSW Universities. 2014/2015 UAC guides are now available from the careers office if you are in Year 12.
Actors College of Theatre and Television
Open Day 27 September at 41 Holt St Surry Hills.
Hunter Design School
Open Day 30 August at 67 Parrey St Newcastle.
APM College of Business and Communication
Open Day Thursday 25 September 10.00am to 4.00pm at North Sydney
Billy Blue College of Design
Open Day Saturday 20 September Ultimo Campus
CATC Design School
Open Day 20 September Ultimo Campus
William Blue College of Hospitality Management
Open Day Tuesday 23 September at North Sydney
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Introduction to Horse Breeding course
Hunter TAFE still has funded training places available in the training program below. This program is funded by State Training Services for eligible job seekers. School students who are disengaged from school and where the school agrees to sign the participant out are eligible to participate in this program. This program provides work placement with p o t e n t i a l e m p l o y m e n t o u t c o m e s . Please see attached flyer for further details or phone. Mia Collins 6540 3200
Defence
ADFA Open Day Saturday 30 August Air Force Camp for Girls 26-29 August
Careers Showcase
Please find attached flyer about a Career Showcase for students, parents and Careers Advisors interested in learning about Business and Creative Industries pathway options for Years 10, 11 and 12 students to be held at Hunter TAFE on Wednesday 27 August 5.30-7.30pm.
Register attendance via email
OR
For further information please call Leanne Cherry on 4923 7755
or email [email protected]
Do you want to be a teacher??
Visit www teach.nsw.edu.au to learn all about the scholarships available to help you with your learning.
Do you want to work with Horses???
School based traineeships are available in Animal and Equine studies through TAFE. They are funded by Youth Express and Start in October 2014 for current Year 10 students.
Stud tour at Vinery Stud will be on Sunday 7 September at 10am for students and parents. Applications close on 19 September with an interview to follow in Week 2 of Term 4.
Contact Stuart Murphy on 6540 3200 or email
How about Nursing?
Nursing and Allied Health Undergraduate Scholarship Support Scheme.
Applications close on 15 September. These are up to $5000 per year full time to a maximum value of $30 000 for more info visit
http://www.acn.edu.au/nahss_ug
Aboriginal Education
It‘s been a busy term so far at our Aboriginal Cultural Centre. We held our Term 3 AECG meeting last month, formed a junior AECG, had two Year 11 Aboriginal students complete the Max Potential program as well as all the usual hustle and bustle.
Our KaWul Centre is a very busy place these days with Norta Norta tutoring, Yinpi School to Work Program and KaWul Next Step Program all powering along. We have the Homework Centre running Tuesday & Thursday again this term and getting a very good roll up of students. Any student who is needing assistance with assignments, homework etc can attend. The Homework Centre runs from 3.30pm to 5pm on those two days.
Coal & Allied apprenticeship intake is still open for applications. Applicants have to turn 17 in the first year of their apprenticeship (2015) so any student who turns 17 next year is eligible to apply. Anyone needing assistance with resumes or the application process please do not hesitate to come and see Jo at the KaWul Centre.
In conjunction with Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation, we have a series of PACE Programs running over the next couple of months. These programs will cover topics such as road safety, technology and social media and financial information for school leavers. Most will be held at the KaWul Centre during school hours.
Deirdre Heitmeyer will be filling in for Sharon throughout the term. Sharon is having some time off to do some prac teaching for University.
The Aboriginal Faculty is looking forward to another busy term.
Jo , Tracey, Alix, Rebecca , Chris, Deirdre & Luke.
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Takahata Visit
On Friday 1 August, Singleton High School‘s KaWul Centre played host to our guests from Takahata.
The students from our sister school showed off their artistic skills by getting creative with paints and creating their own boomerangs. The students also were treated to some Indigenous Australian music and cultural lessons.
One Japanese student broke the record for shortest time to learn the didgeridoo, only taking him a matter of minutes.
The students from both schools got along incredibly well, sharing laughs, good times and a blending of cultures.
It was a privilege to be a part of this experience.
Blake G, AECG Junior President
What a great way to end a term last term with our NAIDOC celebrations. Celebrations started with Tayla P giving ―Welcome to Country‖, then a performance from Banda-ra Aboriginal dance group lead by Adam Drylie.
Awards where handed out from every year adviser to one boy and one girl for their academic success throughout the year. Our special guest this year was Corporal Rhys Vinson from the Air Force. Rhys was a past student of Singleton High School and he spoke about what NAIDOC meant to him and about his time in the Air Force. The assembly was followed by a feast in the common room prepared by our hospitality students. The morning was well supported by teachers, students and the wider community both the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal community.
This term we will be celebrating the opening of our outdoor classroom that has been built at the end of our KaWul building. The outdoor classroom is called WIYA which means in Wonnarua ― Speak Say Tell Ask Sing‖ this is very appropriate for what it will be used for. We would like to give a big thank you to Mr Toby Karakasch and his boys group for completing this task. The opening will be on Monday 18 August. Photos to come.
It is great to see so much support for Aboriginal activities and education.
Sharon Bailey, KaWul
Behind the Scenes
Secrets from the Hospitality Kitchen
Roast Beetroot Dip 1 Bunch Beetroot and 1 Head garlic
Olive oil cooking spray
1 cup low fat yoghurt
2 tablespoons dill, finely chopped
Extra dill and grissini to serve
Step 1. Preheat oven to 200 deg and line a baking tray. Trim beetroot, leaving 1cm stalks attached. Cut 5mm off the top of the head of the garlic.
Step 2. Place beetroot and garlic onto tray, spray with oil and roast for 45 to 50 minutes or until tender. Set aside to cool.
Step 3. Gently peel and discard skin from beetroot, squeeze garlic flesh from the head.
Step 4. Roughly chop and place with garlic into food processor. Process until smooth. Stir in yoghurt, dill salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate three hours. Garnish and serve with grissini bread.
Library News
Anyone who has a Singleton Town Library card can now access several thousand newspapers world wide through the Press Reader Subscription of the town library.
http://www.singleton.nsw.gov.au/index.aspx?NID=572
All you need is to click on the link above and enter your library card number. Students and teachers will be able to access an archive of current and old newspapers, print, share or listen to articles for no cost.
Martin Gray, Head Teacher Librarian
Our new AECG Leaders for 2014 – 2015 are Travis B (Secretary), Marley W (Assistant Secretary), Tammie N ( Vice President ) and Blake G ( President ).
Jackson K pictured with Sydney Swans star Adam Goodes, with whom he did Year 10 work placement recently.
Our subject selection nights recently were well attended by students and their families.
Sports News
Rugby League
On 16 June the under 16s competed in the quarterfinals of the Knights Knock Out competition at Charlestown. They won that game convincingly, progressing through to the semifinals. The semi final was a grueling seesawing match with Singleton High School winning and progressing through to the grand final to be held at Hunter Sports Stadium. Two busloads of supporters and parents travelled to Newcastle to watch the boys play in the grand final, all students should be proud of the way they carried themselves demonstrating school pride, respect and responsibility. Unfortunately, it was not to be the under 16s day coming 2nd, but they should be extremely proud of what they achieved and their courageous efforts through out the competition. Well done boys.
On the same day the under 14‘s were lucky enough to receive a wild card entry for the quarter finals of the Knights Knock Out competition at Charlestown as they only just missed out on progressing straight through. They won their quarter final convincingly, but unfortunately lost their semi final.
On 20 August there will be a round robin Oz Tag morning at Singleton for selected students. This event will be run in conjunction with Singleton High School Aboriginal Education, the PCYC and the NRL. Some of the students will then participate in a healthy eating and cooking workshops.
Coming up in September will be the under 13s 7-a-side competition. Watch this space for details.
Coaches Daniel Higgins and Daniel Mead
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State Athletics
A huge congratulations to the following students who qualified for the State Combined High Schools Athletics Carnival to be held in Home Bush on 4,5 and 6 September.
Krystal S - hurdles and 4x100m relay
Chantelle S - hurdles and 4x100m relay
Deanna M - 200m and 4x 100m relay
Georgina H - 4x100m relay
Nick W - hurdles
Sam B - 1500m
James B - 1500m
AWD athlete qualifiers
Darcy G - shotput, discus, javelin
Sam O - shotput, javelin
Samantha Y and Ella SB - shotput
Liam McKechnie, PDHPE
Touch Football
Year 9/10 CHS Touch Football Gala Day was held at Wallsend Touch Football fields on 20 June.
Mr McKechnie and Mrs Johnson accompanied 55 talented students to put their touch football skills to work. All teams demonstrated excellent sportsmanship, partaking in 4-5 games, but being knocked out in the semi finals.
A massive thank you to all the students, referees and coaches who helped make the day a success. A special thank you to the parents who travelled there and cheered on Singleton High School.
Jocelyn Johnson, PDHPE
World Vision Sponsored Children
Here‘s an update on our two children sponsored by the kind donations collected by Ms Hartnett and her students.
This is Shankar Dholi from Nepal and he is in Grade 1 at school.
His favourite game to play is soccer and he walks to school everyday.
This is Laxmi Kumari Chaudhary and she is in Grade 8 and her favourite sport to play is badminton.
The subject that she needs to work harder at is science.
Students excelling with community sports help
Singleton High School has received some very positive feedback from our local primary schools in regard to some of our students that have been helping with the primary school and zone athletic carnivals. They aided with the running and organisation of these huge days and they are to be congratulated on their efforts. The students involved were: Mitchell R, Lachlan F, Torin A, Josh A, Lachlan J, Khenan D, Lachlan B and Lachlan W.
Well done boys for a great job and representing your school with pride.
Nikki Scott, PDHPE
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Horse Sports
The last two weeks of Term 3 saw our team travel to Dungog and then, a week later, to Cessnock to compete in the inter-school competitions.
At Dungog our team performed well with the best results being achieved by Taylor G who was reserve champion high point score girls 15 years and Aidan S who was reserve champion high point score boys 12 years. All other team members achieved a number of placing throughout the day.
The Cessnock competition proved to be very successful for the team as they were crowned champion high school. This was achieved by all the team with the best performance of the day coming from Sarah G, Taylor G and Aidan S who all achieved champion high point score awards for the day, while Maddie S, Ethan S and Renae A all received reserve champion awards. Lillian M and Aiden H both achieved the sportsmanship awards.
This was a great effort by all team members over the two competitions. Other team members included Gabby and Demi J, Josie B, Elise K and Ashley L.
Hannah C, who is another of our regular team members, chose to compete in Sydney at the State Inter Schools One Day Event competition during this same time. This competition involves three phases, dressage, cross country and show jumping. After all the stages Hannah was the winner. She was placed first in the dressage and then had clear rounds in the show jumping and cross country stages. This is a great effort as Hannah is riding Basil who has only been competing in ODE‘s since last year.
A big thank you to all parents who assisted on these days during my absence and to the students who continue to do our school proud.
Bruce Withers, Manager
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PROPS NEEDED
Can you help with any of the following props for
“Little Shop of Horrors”
Dentist or barber style Reclining chair Cash register
Old fake flowers Please deliver any items to the school or contact Mrs J Johns in CAPA to arrange
pick-up.
CLOTHING SHOP INFORMATION and PRICE LIST 2014
Normal Opening Hours:
Monday – 8.30am to 10.30am and 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Girls’ Items: Skirt – Checked grey 8 - 20 $46.00 Skirt – Checked grey 22 - 26 $52.00 Blouse – Blue or White $23.00 Polo shirt – Blue or White $27.00 Pants – Navy Hipster $40.00 Pants - 3/4 $38.00
Boys’ Items: Polo Shirt – Blue or White $27.00 Shorts – Grey Longer length $35.00 Shorts – Grey Longer leg (old style) $25.00 Shorts – Grey Short leg (elastic waist) $27.00
PE/Sport: Polo Shirt $27.00 Shorts – Navy $22.00
Jumpers – Girls’ and Boys’: Polar Fleece jumper $37.00 Woollen Jumper 12 - 14 $63.00 Woollen Jumper 16 - 22 $70.00 Woollen Jumper 24 – 28 $76.00 Track suit jacket $50.00 Track suit pants $30.00
Other items Girls’ and Boys’: Aprons white or navy $ 8.00 School Tie $20.00 Safety Glasses $ 5.00 Socks (football) $ 8.00
Second Hand Clothing Available
Location: On the eastern side of the school between MPC and staff common room.
Parking: Outside the school grounds and enter through main office gates and sign the visitor‘s book at office.
Payment: Cash or cheque, EFTPOS and credit card facilities. The uniform shop would thank everyone that has donated second hand clothes, all second hand clothing sold is donated to the school.
Day Date Volunteers
Monday 18/8/14 K Hitchcock
Tuesday 19/8/14 J Croucutt
Wednesday 20/8/14 M Chown, T Duff
Thursday 21/8/14 C Constable, A Johnstone
Friday 22/8/14 P Hannan
Monday 25/8/14 HELP HELP HELP
Tuesday 26/8/14 S Cameron
Wednesday 27/8/14 K Hitchcock, J Marcheff ( 2pm)
Thursday 28/8/14 E O‘Connell
Friday 29/8/14 HELP HELP HELP
Monday 1/9/14 HELP HELP HELP
Tuesday 2/9/14 A Watts
Wednesday 3/9/14 T Duff
Thursday 4/9/14 K Fry
Friday 5/9/14 P Hannan, V Waugh
Monday 8/9/14 HELP HELP HELP
Tuesday 9/9/14 A Cooper
Wednesday 10/9/14 R Hafner
Thursday 11/9/14 H Forbes, S Cochrane
Friday 12/9/14 HELP HELP HELP
Monday 15/9/14 K Hitchcock
Tuesday 16/9/14 J Croucutt
Wednesday 17/9/14 M Chown, T Duff
Thursday 18/9/14 C Constable, A Johnstone
Friday 19/9/14 P Hannan
Canteen News
A big thank you to Donna for all her hard work and dedication to the success of the canteen. We wish her well for her future endeavours. She will be sorely missed.
HELP HELP HELP
We are calling out for anyone who might be available to help in our canteen. Any time is great and you don't have to work a full day. Please call Tracy on 6572 2373 if you can help out.
Singleton High School Canteen Roster for
Contact Tracy Johnson on 02 6572 2373
Drinks
Large Flavour Milks 600ml $ 4.00 Small Flavour Milks 375ml $ 3.00 Plain Milk 600ml $ 3.00 Large Juice $ 3.00 Small Juice $ 2.00 Aroona 350ml Flavour Drinks $ 2.50 Sports Water $ 2.50 600ml Bottled Water $ 2.00 1L water $ 3.00 Cans of Drinks $ 2.50 Gatorade $ 4.00 Dare Ice Coffee $ 4.00 Slushies $ 2.00 Mineral Water $ 3.00 Iced Tea $ 3.00 Snacks
Large Packet Pretzels $ 2.00 Red Rock Deli Chips Large $ 2.00 Red Rock Deli Chips Small $ 1.00 Smiths Chips $ 1.00 Jumpy Chips $ 1.00 Ice Blocks
Zooper Dooper $ 0.50 TNT Sour Pops $ 1.00 Lemonade Twist $ 1.00 Icy Poles $ 1.00 Paddle Pops $ 2.00 Frozen Yogurts $ 2.00 Paddle Pop Shakes $ 2.50 Mini drumstick $ 2.00 Coffee (all) $ 3.00
Cappuccino Latte Long Black White Coffee Mocha Hot Chocolate
Hot Food
Nuggets (5) $ 2.00 Sausage Roll $ 3.50 Meat Pie $ 4.00 Cheese and Bacon Pie $ 4.50 Chicken Burger $ 4.50 Beef Burger $ 4.50 Sweet Chilli Wrap $ 5.00 Pizza Roundas $ 2.50 Noodles $ 2.50 Sauce $ 0.30 Rolls
Salad Roll (No Meat) $ 4.50 Salad Roll (With Meat) $ 5.00 Salad Tub (with egg) $ 5.00 Sandwiches
Chicken and Lettuce $ 4.00 Ham, Cheese and Tomato $ 4.00 Egg and Lettuce $ 3.50 Beef and Pickles $ 4.00 Brekkie Ideas (before 9.30am)
Hash Browns $ 1.00 Brekky Wrap $ 2.00 Warm Bacon & Cheese Roll $ 2.00 Assorted slices $ 2.00 Muffins / Finger bun $ 2.00 Healthy Hamburgers (orders only) $ 4.00 Daily Specials Monday Spag Bol $ 4.50 Tuesday Egg n Bacon Roll $ 4.00 Wednesday Hot Dogs $ 3.50 Thursday Ham/Cheese Toastie $ 2.00 Friday Chick n Gravy roll $ 5.00
