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NEWSLETTER 4 TERM 1 WEEK ENDING 7TH

APRIL 2017

NEWSLETTER 3 TERM 1 WEEKENDING FRIDAY 2ND MARCH 2018 PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

2017 HSC RESULTS

As a school we are very proud of the performance of the 2017 HSC cohort. The teachers are currently analysing the strengths and weaknesses of Terrigal students in their subject areas and looking at trends across a number of years. This analysis results in

Eighteen students achieved forty-two band six results, two students Art works are currently on display at Art Express, one students Textiles work is being displayed at the stitches and craft show and four students received nominations for On Call in Dance. Seven of the eight Dance students achieved a band 5 compared to 41% across the state.

This year, the Sydney Morning Herald published an article arguing, the true picture is not simply the number of HSC students who achieve a band 6 result, but the growth of students compared to other schools with similar disadvantage. We are proud to say that our student results indicated we are performing above average as compared to similar schools. We are “punching above our weight”.

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TERRIGAL HIGH SCHOOL

SCHOOL SAFETY

To help schools keep the school zone safer for all pedestrians and drivers there are seven new traffic offences with new fines.

None of the seven offences attract demerit points when committed elsewhere on the road but now in a school zone they each come with two points.

The changes are:

1. Stopping in intersection - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

2. Stop within 20m of intersection (traffic lights) - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

3. Stop within 10m of intersection (no traffic lights) - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

4. Stop near bicycle crossing lights - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

5. Obstruct access to ramp/path/passageway - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $330 and 2 demerit points.

6. Not parallel park in the direction of travel - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a $330 fine and 2 demerit points.

7. Parallel park close to dividing line - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a $330 fine and 2 demerit points.

TERRIGAL LEARNING ALLIANCE

Yesterday I received a highly complimentary letter from the Principal of Terrigal Public School. Twelve of our Sport Lifestyle Recreation (SLR) students attended the Primary school swimming carnival and took on official roles as time keepers. The students worked all day without complaint, were respectful and dedicated to their role. The students were a real credit to the school and their families. Thank you to the students and Ms Whatson for the organisation of the group. Tania Turik, Principal.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Mackenzie Walker of Year 10, who has been selected in the NSW Combined High Schools Open Girls Softball Team to compete against the NSW Combined Catholic Colleges and the NSW Combined Independent Schools at the Blacktown International Sportspark in March. Karen Whatson, Sports Coordinator.

CENTRAL VISIONS EXHIBITION

Congratulations to Sriani Surya Yr 12, Takeru Ishida Yr 12 2017, Helena Churchley Yr 12 2017, Kiara Fidge Yr 10, Ivy Jude Yr 10, Fletcher Klempert Yr 12 2017, Chloe Fisher Yr 9 who have been selected to display their artwork at the Central Visions exhibition at the Gosford Regional Gallery .

The Central Visions exhibition will open on the 23rd of March at 6pm. This exhibition represents the best work from the the region and is a very prestigious event.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Amelia on her work being exhibited at the Hazelhurst Regional gallery in the Artexpress exhibition which opened on Friday 16th of February. Amelia's work was displayed along with other HSC works candidates from students in New South Wales that scored in the top 1% for Visual Arts in the HSC.

Laura Friend in front of Amelia Frazer-Watson Artexpress Exhibition.

YEAR 9 VISUAL ARTS SELF PORTRAIT TASK

Year 9 Visual Arts students have been working hard on producing outstanding self portraits in pencil. Working from a photograph they drew images of themselves that showcased their skill in representing a range of skills and techniques.

Alexis Nojin Isabella Hayes

Allanah Pitcher

CENTRAL COAST COUNCIL

Jenny Diaz from the Central Coast Council visited THS Photography and Entertainment students to tell them about the opportunities that are available for film competitions and work placements. Year 10 photographers will be involved in entering their films into a film festival at the end of the term as well as being involved in making a film to promote a new skate park on the Central Coast. Debra Green, Head Teacher Creative/Performing Arts.

STUDY SMART

Terrigal High School is now running a study club. The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to enhance their learning. Study Smart offers students assistance on various subject areas including; Maths, Geography, English, History, Commerce, Business Studies, Science and PDHPE. Study club runs from 3:20pm till 4:45pm Monday afternoon, with all students welcome. Did you know that successful study is more about successful and effective organisation than actually “being smart”. Study Club is designed to help students organise their study sessions so that you get the best bang for your buck! We hope to see you there.

LIBRARY

I hope everyone has settled in to the New Year. It is amazing how quickly the time goes. There have been some exciting things happening in the library this year and I look forward to many exciting activities throughout the year. Our book club for years 7 and 8 is doing well. We are reading a book called Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend. For all of you Harry Potter fans, I thoroughly recommend this as a delightful read. If you have Facebook and would like to keep in touch with what is happening in the library, please check out our library page. It has regular updates about what is going on here at Terrigal High School Library. If you are a reader and would like to share some books that you recommend to our staff or students we would love your input. Lyndall Gale, Teacher Librarian.

Careers Newsletter

Careers Facebook Page

Don’t forget to check out the Terrigal High Careers Facebook page. This will have the most up to date information regarding Courses, Jobs, Apprenticeships/traineeship, and University information.

Terrigal High Careers Website

The School now has its own career website it is www.terrigalhscareers.comStudents and parents can use this site for a wide range of career information. This site is particularly useful for students in the senior years, however, other students can access information on part time employment while they are still at school. If students resister in the "Student Only" area they will be able to make use of many of the proformas available. They can develop a resume, a cover letter, find out how to act in an interview, what to wear for an interview and many other things.

UNI - Medical Information:

Attention medicine hopefuls! MedEntry will be conducting an intensive Medical Interview Training workshop in all major cities in Australia and New Zealand from November to January. The sessions are conducted by Doctors for Doctors-to-be and are specific to the university/course for which you are applying. Due to popularity of this unique program, classes have already started to fill up. Places are strictly limited. Details at: http://www.medentry.edu.au/

YEAR 10 Careers Classes:

Ms Bates will have each class once a fortnight. I am looking forward to engaging with year 10 this year and helping them set a valuable career pathway!

WORK EXPERIENCE YEAR 10

Year 10 students should be planning their Work Experience if they haven’t already done so. Whilst there is no set date for them it is highly advised they participate in this very valuable experience before the end of the year. Students were given a Work Experience booklet during their Career Classes. If they need a form or more information please see Ms Bates in Careers!

Att: YEAR 10 The University of Sydney - we are delighted to announce the opening of Year 10 Work Experience program in 2018, hosted by the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Sydney. Please see Ms Bates in Careers if you are interested in this opportunity.

WHITE CARD COURSE will be running on the 21st March 2017, here at Terrigal High! Cost will be $89. Notes can be collected from Ms Bates in Careers. First in best dressed. Limited to 20 places. Ms Bates – Careers Adviser

OPAL CARD ANNOUNCEMENT

As you may be aware students have been allowed to travel with no questions asked since the start of the 2018 School Year due to the School Travel Moratorium. Red Bus wish to advise the Moratorium ended on Friday 23rd February for all students. As from Monday 26.02.2018 all students will be required to produce an Opal Card, Cash Fare or Receipt of Application for travel to be allowed travel on any bus. Any further information please contact Danny Moloney, Infrastructure, Planning & Incident Officer.

Red Bus wish to clarify the above statement regarding School Free Travel Moratorium Ending.

Red Bus have a policy that no Student will be left stranded due to not producing an Opal card, paying a fare or producing a receipt of application. It is however the parents responsibility to ensure their child or children are eligible for free travel, the free travel moratorium ended Friday 23.02.2018 and from this date students will be asked by the driver to produce an Opal Card, pay the appropriate fare or produce a receipt of application.

Should any student fail to produce any of the above our drivers are instructed to complete an incident report on returning to the depot and a member of the administration team will contact each school regarding the student. We ask for the assistance of schools to then contact parents requesting their child or children’s Opal Cards and/or applications be completed or renewed.

Child/Youth Opal Cards are available from a large number of retailers for students Not Eligible for Free Travel. Any information or questions regarding Opal Free Travel should be directed to 131500, information regarding School Services should be directed to www.redbus.com.au or contact our office 4332 8655 during business hours. Danny Moloney, Infrastructure, Planning & Incident Officer, P.O BOX 3186| Bateau Bay| NSW Australia 2261. Phone +61 02 4332 8655 or Fax +61 02 4332 1512

TERRIGAL HIGH SCHOOL COLES SPORTS REGISTRATION

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY EVENT

AT AVOCA LAGOON

Sunday 4th March 2018

Clean up: 10am -12pm/Volunteers Lunch: 12pm

YOU are invited to join OCCI to help clean up the shoreline of Avoca Lagoon on Clean up Australia day.

Kayaks or peddle boats will be available for those who would like to reach the shore line by water, courtesy of Mike and Jennifer of Aquafun. A free lunch will be available afterwards for volunteers.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

To register for the event please contact Linda on 0404 450 429

Linda Roberts, secretary

CANTEEN ROSTER

Monday 5th March to Friday 9th March

MONDAY

Julie Delisser

TUESDAY

Corey-Ann Ashton

WEDNSDAY

Robyn Mann

THURSDAY

Help Wanted

FRIDAY

Cindy Todd

CANTEEN ROSTER

Monday 13th March to Friday 16th March

MONDAY

Jo Way

TUESDAY

Karen Walker

WEDNESDAY

Maree Vanagas Marget Taylor

THURSDAY

Lyndsay Bourne

FRIDAY

Maree Vanagas Marget Taylor

EVENTS & SENIOR ASSESSMENTS 2018

2/3 HSC assessment Task Yr 12 Music Composition AT2

5/3 Yr 12 Food Tech Assessment Task 2 this week Date TBC 8/3 School Athletics Carnival 12/3 Open Boys Waterpolo School Photo’s Yr 12 Modern History Yr 12 Assessment Task Yr 12 Drama Assessment Task 14/3 Open Girls Waterpolo Yr 11/12 Visual Arts Art Express AGNSW 15/3 Yr 12 Drama Verbatim Assessment Task 19/3 to Yr 12 Hospo Cluster E task 1 23/3 23/3 Yr 12 SLR Assessment Task 21/3 Yr 8 Outdoor Ed Excursion 22/3 Yr 8 Outdoor Ed Excursion 26/3 Yr 12 English Mid Course Exams Yr 11 English Adv/Stand Assessment Task 27/3 Annual General P & C Meeting – new parents and returning parents welcome 7.15 Library Preliminary Assess Task 1 PDHPE 28/3 Sydney North Swimming Preliminary Assess Task Ancient History AT#1 29/3 Yr 11 Hospo Cluster A TBC Yr 11 Preliminary Assess Task VA BOW 1 25% 30/3 HSC Assess Task Yr 12 General 1 Maths

Assignment due Yr 11 Assess Task Dance Task 1