YEAR 8 ELECTIVE VISUAL ARTS CLASS

28.06.13

Excellent opportunities Quality teaching Innovative programs Student success

Richmond River High School Telephone: 6621 3456 www.richmondri-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Canteen: 6621 4890

SENIOR AWARDS ASSEMBLY - MAJOR AWARD WINNERS

Year 10 Zoe Bertuzzi Overall Academic Excellence Award Adam Friend Overall Academic Achievement Award Luke Tonks Overall Academic Achievement Award Emma Sidhu Overall Academic Achievement Award Klaryce Edwards Overall Academic Achievement Award Joshua Towers Year Adviser’s Award for Diligence & Application to Studies Jamie-Lee Farnham-Fry Year Adviser’s Award for Most Improved Student Year 11 Ruby Gerrish Overall Academic Excellence Award Tiana Van De Veerdonk Overall Academic Achievement Award Thomas Hooper Overall Academic Achievement Award Josie Coles Overall Academic Achievement Award Meg Hill Year Adviser’s Award for Diligence & Application to Studies Year 12 Luke Parrish Overall Academic Excellence Award Sarah Crowther Overall Academic Achievement Award Courtney Tate Overall Academic Achievement Award Zoe Galea Overall Academic Achievement Award Sarah Tate Year Adviser’s Award for Diligence & Application to Studies

Year 10 Excursion to Lismore Conservatorium

On Friday 18th June, twelve Year 10 students participated in a variety of workshops presented by instrument and vocal tutors from the Lismore Conservatorium. They were joined by students from Bonalbo and Nimbin Central Schools. Students participated in Music technology, vocal workshops, guitar and bass tuition and ensemble development leading to a performance at the end of the day. The workshops were a reflection of the developing connection between Richmond River High School and the Lismore conservatorium and it is hoped that further programs will be possible as an adjunct to the schools music programs. Thanks to Mr Wordsworth for the organisation and Mr Murray for supervision.

Year 11 2014 Subject Choice Interviews During Week 2 of Term 3 (22nd to 24th July), all Year 10 students will be interviewed in relation to their subject choices for Year 11 2014. The purpose of these interviews is to provide students with an understanding of the possible pathways that their subject choices may lead them and to ensure the best possible educational and vocational pathway is available to them. First week next term the students will be given an interview time sheet. Mrs Hamer, Head Teacher Administration


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A big congratulations to all students who took part in the Languages on Line competition. We came 374th globally out of 1054 schools. Our students spent a total of 581 hours learning languages on line in ten days and they enjoyed the chal-lenge, not to mention lots of feedback regarding how much more confident they felt with their language speaking ability afterwards. Four gold awards were given to Amelia Gray (9), Mary-Rose Macdonald (7), Merlin Bennett (9), and Isabella Glue (9). Two silver to Darcy Travis (7) and Katie Robinson (9). Six bronze to Vito Vallet (7), Matilda Hrotek Jones (7), William Hall (7), Tiffany Hull (7), Ryan Parrish (9) and Kimberley Vidler (9). I am extremely proud of all students who gave it their best shot. Miss Lishman, Language Teacher

Albario, Aaron 100 Meter Dash Basso, Adrian Shot Put Bertuzzi, Liam 3000 Meter Run 1500 Meter Run Clements, Zach Javelin Throw Coles, Tara Discus Throw Danks, Zara 800 Meter Run Everingham, Dallas Javelin Throw Fiedler, Madison 200 Meter Dash 100 Meter Dash Triple Jump Long Jump Fiedler, Madison High Jump Ivan, Eve 200 Meter Dash 100 Meter Dash High Jump Long Jump Mangan, Serena 800 Meter Run McNiff, Cameron 200 Meter Dash Mercer, Lily Javelin Throw Morris, Charlie Triple Jump Discus Throw Long Jump High Jump Javelin Throw Morris, Georgina Shot Put Discus Throw Javelin Throw Nind, Madeleine 100 Meter Dash Long Jump Perren, Lochie Shot Put Pickering, Brianna Discus Throw Shot Put Rose, Olivia Triple Jump Small, Taylor Long Jump Taylor, Callum 200 Meter Dash 100 Meter Dash

These relay teams have also progressed through to the NC Regional Carnival. 12 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 12 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 13 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 14 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 14 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 15 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay Girls 15 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay Girls 16 Year Olds 4x100 Meter Relay 17+ 4x100 Meter Relay Congratulations to all these students and good luck at the carnival on Friday 2nd August at Walter Peate Oval, Mur-phys Road, Kingscliff.

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RE: Year 11 2014 Subject Choices Interviews During Week 2 of Term 3 (22nd July to 24th July), all Year 10 students will be interviewed in relation to their subject choices for Year 11 2014. The purpose of these interviews is to provide students with an understanding of the possible pathways that their subject choices may lead them and to ensure the best possible educational and vocational pathway is available to them. Students will be allocated a time slot of 15 minutes for interviews. Parents and carers are most welcome to attend the in-terviews. Mrs Hamer, Head Teacher Admin

From the Principal This is quite an unusual situation, I think it is the first time in quite a long career I have actually been a bit sad on the last day of a school term! I am certainly not sad about returning to Nimbin Central School as that is my educational ‘home’, I am however sad at leaving the River after such a lively and enjoyable period of time relieving here. I hope you all enjoy the holidays, look after each other and stay safe. No doubt many of us will run into each other around Lismore but I would like to finish with a big thankyou to the staff and students who have made me feel welcome and supported as school leader. All the best. Ms M-J Pell Relieving Principal From the Deputy School Holidays The school holidays begin Saturday 29th June and students return to school on Tuesday 16th July. It’s time to enjoy a break from the daily school routine and rejuvenate the batteries ready for a great Term 3. Farewell to Our Relieving Principal – Mary-Jane Pell It is with great regret that we say good-bye to Mary-Jane at the end of this semester. She has been a wonderful colleague to work with in 2013 and has brought a happiness and richness to RRHS that is appreciated. We wish her well in her career and life in the future. Mary-Jane presented the keynote address at the assembly yesterday and encouraged students to be prepared to take on the new opportunities as they came along even if they were outside their normal comfort zone. She talked about the need to work for success, achievement, education and your future and to be prepared accept challenges and grow as a person. Awards Assembly It was extremely pleasing to see so many talented students receiving certificates at the assembly on Thursday. We are very pleased with the musical performances of our students as well. Students from the Year 11 and Year 12 music classes performed on stage. Years 7-11 Reports All students received their reports today for semester one. These were handed out in Period 7 by Year Advisors. They can be collected from the front office Tuesday 16th July. Parent Teacher Evenings will occur next term as

follows: Years 7 and 8 Parent Teacher Interviews on Thursday 18 July. 3.30 pm to 6.00 pm. Years 9 to 11 Parent Teacher Interviews on Tuesday 30 July. 3.30 pm to 7.00 pm. Knitting The knitting group has celebrated its success and achievements at a luncheon on Wednesday in the library. Students have been learning to knit and making squares that are then transformed into rugs for people overseas. This is a fantastic project for our students run by Mrs Seccombe and Ms Hinchey. It helps students develop new skills, meet new students and to put themselves out for those who are less fortunate. Year 12 Trials Just a reminder that these begin Week 2 next term – Monday 22nd July. There is still time for students to make a difference to their HSC results. Please make sure that you check the exam timetable for the times and dates of all exams to ensure students arrive on time. Year 11 Snow Trip Week 2 Term 3. Winter uniform As the weather will continue to be chilly well into next term it is important that students prepare their uniform. Red or grey jumpers are suitable for school. Uniform clothing can be purchased from Lowes at Lismore Square. Plain jumpers can be purchased from K-Mart. Winter clothing sales are starting now it may be time to pick up what is required at a bargain price. Subject Selection Evenings Years 8 and 9 will be in Term 3. Next P&C meeting – Wednesday 17th July. Mrs D Williamson Deputy Principal


Being RRHS

Is: Responsible Respectful Honest Safe

Year 11 Students going on the Perisher Blue Snow Trip can look at the website: perisherblue.com.au and go into the webcams to check out the snow conditions over the holidays.

Personal Interest Projects – Year 8

This week, PIP lessons centred on the Habit of Mind – Thinking and Communi-cating with Clarity and Precision. In pairs, students did an activity where they had describe an image while the other student had to draw what the oth-er student was describing, they then reflected on how they communicated what had to be drawn. Next term stu-dents will be writing a reflection state-ment about their project and preparing their presentation. Parents and carers please discuss with your child their pro-ject, projects need to be completed by Week 3 Term 3. Mrs L. Seccombe, Teacher-Librarian


P & C Meeting 6.00 - 7.30 p.m.

Wednesday 14th August 2013

Monday 15/07/2013 Staff Development Day

Tuesday 16/07/2013 Sue Parrish & Debb Richards

Wednesday 17/07/2013 Kelly Wilson

Thursday 18/07/2013 Kelly Wilson

Friday 19/07/2013 Natasha Livock

Canteen volunteers are needed.

If you can help please phone Kathy Claydon on 6621 4890.

Small Setaria Hay Bales For Sale

$15.00 wrapped $11.00 not wrapped

Small Feed/Mulch Hay Bales For Sale $5.50

Please ring the school on 66213456 and speak to Mr Woodward in the TAS Dept.

Wednesday 17/07/2013

Thursday 18/07/2013

Friday 19/07/2013

Tuesday 16/07/2013 Students return to school

Monday 15/07/2013 Staff Development Day

Wrap with Love – Knitting for Charity - We celebrated our knitting success this term with a lunch time get together and some home cooking on Wednesday. Knitting contin-ues next term so if you can try and do some knitting over the holidays, someone in a needy situation will appreciate your efforts. http://www.artsandcraftsnsw.com.au/Wrap.htm Mrs Seccombe, Teacher-Librarian

Wrap with Love 2013 Knitted square tally - 74 Need 28 to make one wrap.

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ARTEXPRESS is an exhibition of outstanding works by 2012 Higher School Certificate Visual Arts students from schools in NSW. Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Exhibition opens Wednesday 28 August 2013 and closes on Sun-day 20th October 2013.


Richmond River High School: Term 3 2013 WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT/

SUN

JULY

1B

15 Staff Development Day

16 All students return to school

17

18 Years 7 & 8 Parent Teacher Interview 3.30 – 6.00 pm

19

20/21

JULY

2A

22 HSC Trials Year 11 Jindabyne Trip Year 10 to 11 Subject Choice Interviews



25 HSC Trials Year 11 Jindabyne Trip National Chemistry Quiz

26 HSC Trials Year 11 Jindabyne Trip

27/28

JULY/ AUG

3B

29

HSC Trials Years 10/11 SES Training

30 HSC Trials Years 10/11 SES Training Years 9-11 Parent Teacher Interview 3.30 - 7.00 pm Year 9 Unibound

31

HSC Trials Years 10/11 SES Training

01 HSC Trials Year 10/11 SES Training

02 HSC Trials Years 10/11 SES Training North Coast Athletics Carnival

03/04

AUG

4A

05

06 Year 7 Gala Day

07Years 8-9 Subject Night

08

09

10/11

AUG

5B 12 Boys CHS Softball

13 Boys CHS Softball

14 Boys CHS Softball

15 Junior Awards Assembly

16

17/18

AUG

6A

19

20

21

22

23

24/25

AUG

7B

26

27 Deaf Camp

28

Deaf Camp 29 Deaf Camp

30 Deaf Camp

31/01

SEPT

8A

02

03 Year 8 Sports Day

04 Year 6 Orientation Day

05 Year 7 Vaccinations School Social

06 Year 9 Vaccinations Year 11 LCoSS Music

07/08

SEPT

9B

09 Year 10 Great Keppel Trip Year 11 Exams


11 Year 10 Great Keppel Trip Year 11 Exams Beautiful Girls Graduation (1)



14/15


If you are interested please see the CAPA staff.


DATES: Monday, 12 August – Wednesday, 14 August 2013

ELIGIBILITY: Years 4 -12 NOTE: Preference will be given to students in Years 7-12 but 4-6 are encouraged to apply. In recent years no primary student has been excluded. VENUE: La Vive Classique Academy of Dance 5 Jambali Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 Phone 02 65812300 ATTENDANCE TIMES: 9:45 a.m. arrival (Monday) 8:50 a.m. arrival (Tuesday/Wednesday) Sessions end at 3:00 p.m. each day These times may be adjusted depending on the number of students relying on bus travel on a daily basis.

CONTACT NO: Peter Piaud 02 66702312 or 0402096906.

COSTINGS: The cost of the camp is $190 which includes a t-shirt. Parents/Carers need to organise accommodation, travel and living expenses for the camp. Parents/Carers send payment with the application of which $100 is non-refundable if the child subsequently withdraws

ACCOMMODATION: Suggestions only: T’s Tennis Resort 1. Kemp St Port Macquarie (02) 65840144 Backpackers 2. Hastings River Drive (cnr Gordon St) Port Macquarie (02) 6583 1791 Please note that the Department of Education and Communities assumes no responsibility or liability for accommodation choices made by parents/carers during the course of the Dance Camp.

NORTH COAST REGION STATE

DANCE CAMP 2013

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General Information

P&C News

We will be hosting a Trivia Night at Richmond River High School on Saturday 17th August 2013. Please save the date and start to organise tables of 8-10. This will be an adults only evening - come and have some fun!

Cost will be $10 per head. Any enquiries please call Tania Harvey - 0411 445 442

Trivia Night tickets can be purchased from the school office for $10.00 each.

Sorry current students are NOT able to attend.

P&C will aim to hold a Family Trivia Night in 2014 for everyone to attend.

Trivia Night If you wish to donate anything towards our Trivia Night

it would be greatly appreciated. All sponsors will be advertised during the evening.

All donations can be left with Cathy in the RRHS Canteen

P & C Trivia Night

Sponsors

Aussie Digger Camping & Workwear - 38 Bridge St, Lismore. 6622 4686 Horseland - 63 Bridge St, Lismore. 6621 3296 Southside HOT Bread - 89-91 Union St, South Lismore. 66220330 Budget Timbers - Cnr Tweed & Terania Streets, North Lismore. 6622 2299 Delly’s Hair Design - 15b Casino St, South Lismore. 6622 1274 AJ Magnay - Mcauley St, North Lismore. 6621 5549 Summit Massage & Beauty - 791 Ballina Road, G’bah. 66251500 South Lismore Newsagency - 85 Union St, Sth Lismore. 6621 5056 Summit Sports & Fitness - 791 Ballina Rd, G’Bah. 6625 1211 Success Martial Arts - 81 Union St, South Lismore. 6622 4799 Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre, Lismore. 6625 5370 Target Country - G’Bah Shopping Village, Goonellabah. 6624 8799 Flight Centre - Lismore Shopping Square, Lismore. 6622 1400 Snap Fitness - Lismore Shopping Square, Lismore. 1800 7627 496 Coles - Lismore Shopping Square, Lismore. Beach & Bush - 793 Ballina Rd, Goonellabah, 6624 3555 Goonellabah Newsagency - Simeoni Dve, Goonellabah, 6624 1108 Singh’s Tyre & Mechanical - Keen St, Lismore. 6621 2594 South Lismore Pharmacy - Casino St, South Lismore. 6621 4500 Norco Milko - Terry Mitchell - Canteen Supplier Keen St Vet Clinic - Keen St Lismore. 6621 9811


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