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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5 SEPTEMBER 2011

The best way out is always through. - Robert Frost

Deputy Director General and Regional Director Visit Glenwood High School

On Friday 2nd September, 2011 we had the honour of a visit from Mr Greg Prior, Deputy Director General, Department of Education and Communities and Mr David Phipps, Regional Director, Western Sydney Region. Glenwood was only one of three schools in the region chosen by Mr Prior to visit. During their time at the school they met with our current Prefect body who presented their now regionally acclaimed Anti-Bullying Program – Triple S (Students Supporting Students). They

also, met with our National Design Packaging winners Sarah Ho and Sahibjot Kaur, who presented their design ideas and projects. Finally, both visitors were treated to one of the brilliant HSC Drama Group Devised Presentations. They were extremely impressed with the professional quality of the performance and the thought provoking content and message delivered by the actors. All students who participated in the visit demonstrated maturity and were undeniably exemplary ambassadors for Glenwood High School. It is a joy and pure pleasure to have such students as part of the Glenwood High School community. Special thanks to Mrs Powell, Mr Lewers and Ms Levett for nurturing these wonderful students and their particular projects.

Year 12’s Final Weeks

This term has been an extremely busy time for Year 12, and their teachers, and no doubt a stressful time for parents. They have completed the HSC Trial examinations and the subjects – English Extension 2; History Extension; Fashion Design; Industrial Technology – Graphics, Metal and Timber; Engineering Studies; Design and Technology; Visual Arts; Dance; Drama; and Music - have been busily finishing major projects and performances for examination by itinerant HSC markers. The quality of these projects and performances has been outstanding and I applaud the students and teachers for their unrelenting focus on excellence.

Once the Trials, projects and performances are complete many students make the mistake of thinking their work at school is done. However, the last few weeks are vital to their ultimate success. Although some courses may have completed delivery of the content it is imperative students are at school every day to use this time to prepare themselves thoroughly for the external exams in October. Now is the time to carefully reflect on what they need to do to improve upon the Trial results by asking teachers and getting detailed feedback on exam performance as well as using class time to practise exam technique until it becomes second nature.

‘Fame’ The Musical

To that end, all Year 12 students are expected to be in attendance every day until the graduation ceremony scheduled for Friday 23rd September, 2011, at 9.30am.

Glenwood High School’s very first musical was held on Wednesday 24th August, 2011, Thursday 25th August, 2011 and Friday 26th August, 2011 at 7.30 pm in the School Auditorium. For those of you lucky enough to be in the audience I am sure you will agree it was an outstanding success. A number of VIP invited guests came along on the Friday evening and they were suitably impressed with the quality of the singing, dancing and acting. The students and teachers involved have set a very high standard for future musical productions and in one short year have generated a tradition of enthusiasm and strong student participation in such events. Well done one and all!!!

Planning for next year’s musical is already underway so it you missed out this year you really need to make sure you pencil it in for 2012. A must see! Student Leadership

We have so many students at Glenwood involved in leadership initiatives and it is a joy to see them dedicating their own time to a variety of events around the school. Students thrive when they accept the challenge of a leadership role and develop their interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills as they grow to be leaders of the future. I would like to take the opportunity to thank all students and teachers involved in the following leadership programs:

THE REDGUM

"OPPORTUNITY THROUGH LEARNING"

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Student Representative Council (SRC) Senior Prefect Body Duke of Edinburgh Peer Reading World Vision Primary School Sports Coaching Mates Student Volunteering Program JOLT Individual Mentoring

Celebration Time

The following students deserve the accolades of the whole school community for their outstanding achievements:

• The Senior Dance Ensemble who have been chosen to perform at the NSW State Dance Festival on 13 - 14 September at the Seymour Centre; (It is not too late to purchase tickets from the Box Office at the Theatre.)

• In a national competition our senior support students demonstrated their outstanding ability when they took out an award at the recent Focus on Employ Ability Short Film Competition and won $1,000 for their unit. Jody Van Gent and her students Thomas Bride, Joey Williams, Marie Kallay, Ryan Murphy, Nathan Moodley, Duygu Saltan are all to be congratulated for their fabulous effort!

Till next time Erla McMaster Principal

We are collecting Coles SPORTS FOR SCHOOLS vouchers as well as Woolworths vouchers . Please bring in the vouchers from from your family, your neighbours to Student Reception.

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Year 12:

Year 12 have sat for their Trial HSC Examinations and are approaching the final step in their schooling – the HSC. Some students undergoing patterns of learning that contain subjects with practical components have already completed parts of their HSC examination. HSC examiners of practical subjects have been present in the school over the past few weeks to mark Dance, Drama, Music, Textiles, Timber Metal, Design Technology and Visual Arts major works. Some very impressive works were submitted and outstanding pieces performed. Well done to all of those students. However remember it is not all over yet. Leading up to the end of term and the HSC, students should be accessing the Board of Studies Web site for valuable resources and past papers to assist in studying. They should be consolidating their notes revising and sustaining a study regime. REMEBER...... IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO IMPROVE RESULTS!!

Year 11 Preliminary:

Year 11 are doing their final exams for the Preliminary HSC course. At this stage all students should have their assessments completed and be studying regularly. Failure to complete the Preliminary HSC Course could mean they will not be able to proceed to the HSC course. The majority of Year 11 are focussed and working to their full potential. Year 11 students who are having difficulties to manage the rigours of senior school studies are encouraged to access the Learning Centre for additional support. All students should utilise the wealth of knowledge and support offered by their teachers. Staff are more than willing to provide extra support and assistance at recess or lunch. Ms Perry the Careers adviser is also available to assist students with mapping a career path and for advice in this area.

Year 10:

Year 10 Yearly examinations are fast approaching. All students should be planning their revision and thinking seriously about their goals for these exams in order to maximize results. In the last news letter we gave “Tips for preparing for exams”. Students can access this newsletter on the school web site. Now is the time that all outstanding work needs to be completed and submitted. Failure to do this could result in students not receiving a School Certificate and hence not being able to move into the Year 11 Preliminary course in 2012. If students are unsure of what work they have outstanding, they need to talk to their classroom teacher, Year Adviser or the DP, to seek assistance in sourcing this information.

MOTIVATONG STUDENTS: “How to embrace their Cyber World” Adolescents of the 21st Century:

• interact through the internet and social networking... youtube...facebook....twitter. • engage in a whole new language eg podcast, vodcast, wiki, blog. • multi task. Do homework, chat online, listen to music, watch a movie and they do this all at the same time. • source information only when needed and when it is relevant to them and the immediate task at hand. • live in a click and go society. It is quick, immediate and ever changing.

How do we cope as Parents and Teachers with this Technology Generation? With: Explore Advise Support Encourage

Deputy’s News

“In education it isn’t how much you have committed to memory

or even how much you know. It is being able to differentiate

between what you do know and what you don’t. It is knowing

where to go to find out what you need to know and it is knowing

how to use the information you get” – William Feather

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Explore the internet: Search, google, surf. Gain an understanding of the world in which our children are visiting, and the experiences they are encountering each day. Advise and teach our children to be digital citizens, and to be knowledgeable and selective with their network encounters. Support by showing interest in their cyber world through guiding them in using technology in an informative and safe way. Encourage in the use of technology as a learning tool to: Utilising information Investigate information Questioning information Analysing information Creating with information Till next time Yours in education

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Rouse Hill-Stanhope Gardens NEWS 02 Aug, 2011 12:00 AM

Glenwood High librarian still loves reading to little ones

GLENWOOD High School librarian Radha Achar has fond memories of reading to her daughters when they were young — and still loves reading to children.

Although opportunities to read to little ones are limited in a high school library, when Mrs Achar gets the chance to share her favourite book with children, she grabs it.

GLENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL HAS BEEN

IN THE MEDIA AGAIN !!!

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A Ruby, A Rug and a Prince Named Doug by Kaye Umansky is Mrs Achar's favourite story to read aloud.

"I like the idea of reading aloud to kids," she said. "It doesn't require any special skills or equipment.

"It's the perfect thing to do, sitting together or cuddled up in bed and I can't believe people don't do it more often.

"There's still magic in reading aloud and my girls still remember the books I read to them with great fondness.

"In my job I don't get to read to children, but I talk about books a great deal and will read a few sentences from a favourite book and often the kids will then want to borrow it from the library."

"I think reading aloud cultivates the imagination, unlike television, which does it all for you."

A Ruby, A Rug and Prince Named Doug is out of print at the moment, but Mrs Achar said most public libraries should have it and other Kaye Umansky books.

Rouse Hill Times

Student stomps on bullying 20 Aug 11 by Lawrence Machado

Glenwood High School student Thilini Wellapulli. A CYBER bullying forum is the start of a campaign by Thilini Wellapulli to stamp out the offensive behaviour.

The year 11 student Glenwood High student has organised a forum for Monday to bring together staff, parents and her colleagues to speak about cyber bullying and its many facets.

“All schools have some level of bullying and this forum will hopefully make people aware of it,” Thilini, 16, of Kings Park, said.

“There have been a few incidents in the news and this is a good time to talk about it and do something positive.”

Thilini got the idea after participating in the Max Potential Program with Castle Hill RSL and Future Achievement Australia.

She teamed up with community coach Robbie Duncan, of Castle Hill RSL, to work through eight personal coaching lessons on being the best possible person for herself and the community.

Participants are required to produce and develop a community service program to help and focus on caring for others.

Castle Hill RSL president and Chairman Warren Glenny praised the youngster for her initiative.

“It is very satisfying to see Thilini organise a forum through the Max Potential Program, on such an important issue in our society today,” he said.

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As Term 3 draws to a close Glenwood High is preparing to farewell our current school prefects. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with this group of young adults who very quickly formed a cohesive team. They have done an exceptional job in representing the school at many school functions, being proactive in designing programs to combat bullying and being a mature, articulate voice for the student body. The program they developed to combat bullying at Glenwood has received media coverage in a number of local papers and a special message of congratulation from our local member of parliament Michelle Rowland. It will be sad to see the current prefects leave but I am confident that they will all be successful in their future studies and careers.

In preparation for next year, Year 11 students were asked to nominate themselves for the position of 2012 school prefects. 32 students were selected to form a leadership training group that met on a daily basis during Connect time. These students were mentored by Mr Fadaghi and worked through a leadership program called “Today’s Teens, Tomorrows Leaders”. During week 5 these students presented election speeches to Year 10 and 11 to introduce themselves and justify why they would be the best choices as our new school leaders.

In a new initiative this year we worked with the Australian Electoral Commission to carry out the election process. We were lucky to have the services of three electoral commission staff, who trained our SRC reps from Years 7-9 and a number of current Year 12 students to act as polling officials. It was a great learning experience for all students to experience a real life election. Due to the official nature of polling the voting was taken very seriously by all and we received only 5 informal votes out of 492.

It is with great pleasure that I announce the successful elected prefects for 2012, Alice Ao, Monisha Bhogal, Jack Campbell, Kim Chua, Madeline Clark, Tayla Collett, Sara Ho, Ashan Jayakody, Sahibajot Kaur, Brent Lee, Thomas McBride, Sandra Muleya, Yesheel Naicker, Philip Nguyen, Carlee Rawlings and Thilini Wellappuli. Captains and Vice captains will be announced later in the year.

Rebecca Powell

Prefect News

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Samantha Hagan

On Tuesday 30th August seven of our senior VET students received awards from ParraSIP for Outstanding Employability Skills. These awards recognise students who have displayed excellence in employability skills in their chosen VET course. 32 schools from the Parramatta region were represented. Many of the award recipients on the night were nominated by their host employers from their 2011 work placement. The ceremony was held at the Riverside Theatre Parramatta and students were fortunate enough to hear from Justin Herald, author, entrepreneur and motivational speaker.

Our Award Winners were:

Year 12

Hospitality Information Technology

Matthew Shields Thomas Phillips

Samantha Hagan Afrim Patrix

Year 11

Jack Campbell

Information Technology

James Kovacs

Kyle Patreach

Matthew Shields

Jack Campbell

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

We have signed up for an innovative recycling programme called Foneraiser which turns old mobile phones into funds for our school.

Foneraiser develops the pupils’ enterprise skills as well as teaching them about recycling and the importance of protecting the environment. The programme also allows us to raise funds – the more mobile phones we collect, the more money we will make.

Mobile handsets contain toxic substances which, if they are dumped in landfill, can leak into the surrounding soil and pollute the earth. When they are sent to Foneraiser, they will be recycled and refurbished for developing countries, which will play a major part in peoples’ lives.

You can support our Foneraiser initiative by donating your old mobile phones. We have a collection box for these items at Glenwood High School. So if you have an old mobiles gathering dust in a drawer please consider donating them – simply place them into the satchel provided and return via your child or drop the satchel into the Foneraiser Box in the front office at Glenwood High School. The funds we raise will be used for enabling students to partake in a Global Volunteering Project.

What To Include With Your Mobile Phone • Only your mobile phones and battery is needed. Please make sure you/family are the legal

owners. • Please erase your personal data from your mobile. See www.foneraiser.com.au • Please make sure your SIM card is removed. Getting your family, friends and workplace colleagues, involved in the programme can generate even more funds for the school.

Our collection drives starts 29 Aug 11 and ends 16 Sep 11 please return satchel by 19 Sep 11.

I look forward to receiving your support for this fantastic fundraising initiative!

Yours sincerely,

Lisa Karbon Erla McMaster

Volunteer Coordinator Principal

Lyrics

Jacques Levy

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6th September 2011

“GET THAT JOB DAY” at PARRAMATTA

on 14th September, 2011

This is an opportunity for students who really

want to transition from school into a job.

(NOW or early 2012)

Apprenticeships/ Traineeship’s

OVER 100 jobs on OFFER

The GTO’s are keen to look at current YEAR 12 students who would like to

have their apprenticeship signed up before they sit the HSC.

You must see me ASAP if interested so that I can register you.

Jobs

Go to http://www.indeed.com.au/ and type apprenticeship or traineeship in the “what”

box.

Or try other searches from http://www.mhscareers.com/JobSearch.html.

What Degree? Which University?

A website made by students who have made the good and the bad decisions at uni, and

are here to tell you what it’s really like.

www.whatdegreewhichuniversity.com

NSW Police & Community Awareness Day, Fairfield

6 November 2011, 10.00am-3.00pm

Fairfield High School, The Horsley Dr, Fairfield

CAREERS NEWSLETTER

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Talk with Police Recruitment Officers – find out what it takes to become a police officer -

in the school hall at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.00pm.

People from all cultural backgrounds are invited and encouraged to attend.

NSW Police Recruitment 1800 222 122

http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/upcoming_events

UWS Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

The main round interviews will be held on Campbelltown campus from 7th to 9th

November inclusive.

A supplementary round of interviews will be held on Wednesday 25 January, 2012, for

eligible applicants who did not receive an invitation to main round because their

predicted ATAR did not meet threshold, but on release of results, their actual ATAR did in

fact meet threshold.

Applicants who are eligible for interview will be notified towards the end of October,

2011.

www.uws.edu.au/medicine

University of Sydney HSC Exam Preparation courses in Sydney

Physics Workshop Saturday 17 September 2011

Mathematics - 2 Unit Workshop Saturday 10 September 2011

Legal Studies Workshop Sunday 11 September 2011

English - Advanced Workshop Saturday 24 September 2011

Economics Workshop Sunday 11 September 2011

Chemistry Workshop Saturday 17 September 2011

Business Studies Workshop Sunday 18 September 2011

Biology Workshop Sunday 18 September 2011

http://www.cce.usyd.edu.au/courses/hsc+preparation/hsc+exam+preparation

Hotel School Sydney Open Day

Saturday 17 September 2011

60 Phillip St, Sydney.

Main focus to provide information on the Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management.

Register your attendance and you could win one of three $2000 tuition grants.

(You must enrol and be accepted into The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management

with The Hotel School Sydney for 2012/13. To receive one of these tuition grants you

must be present on the day in person. Not redeemable for cash or transferable.)

Register your attendance or for more information email your full name, high school and

current year to laurence.luxford@scu.edu.au.

http://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/index.php/news/?id=237

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Kenvale College Hospitality & Event Management Chocolate Experience

17th Sep 2011 from 10.30am - 12noon

38 High Street, Randwick, SYDNEY

Chocolate tasting followed by an explanation of the Kenvale courses.

Kenvale offers a variety of courses within hospitality and events.

Contact: mcfarlaneb@kenvale.edu.au or 0404 504 023

http://kenvale.edu.au/Text/1311739849651-2562/

Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship and Support Scheme: Undergraduate -

closing date 16 September

Applications will be considered from applicants who are enrolled or intending to enrol in

an accredited nursing or midwifery course that results in a nationally recognised and

accredited undergraduate/entry level nursing or midwifery qualification for example:

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery or Bachelor of

Nursing/Midwifery.

Worth up to $10,000 per year for three years full time study or $5,000 per year for up to

six years part time study.

http://www.rcna.org.au/scholarships/nahsssug

Sydney Institute of TAFE International Student Open Day

Meet teachers from a range of teaching sections

Learn about application processes and student visas

Hear about our pathways to a wide range of university courses

Tour the campus

Enrol at the Open Day and get your enrolment fee waived!

When: Tuesday 13 September 2011 1pm – 5pm

Where: The Muse, Ultimo College 695 – 731 Harris Street, Ultimo

http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/news/index.php?Media_Index_ID=220#4912

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Open Day

The Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, located in Leura NSW, is

having an Open Day on Saturday 10th September, from 10am-2pm.

1 Chambers Road, Leura NSW

Contact : jerry.siden@bluemountains.edu.au

www.bluemountains.edu.au/openday

University of Sydney - Jumpstart your Science Career!

Date : 8th Sep 2011

Time : 5.45-8.00PM

Venue : New Law School, University of Sydney

Target Group : Anyone who would like to learn more about careers in science

Contact : Kristl Mauropoulos : kristl.mauropoulos@sydney.edu.au

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http://sydney.edu.au/science/career/events.shtml

Resources for prospective university students with disabilities

This new series of WSNDCO resources can be found on the WSNDCO website:

http://pubsites.uws.edu.au/ndco/links/resources.htm

They are disability specific and cover Mental Health Conditions, Asperger’s, Chronic

Medical Conditions, Vision Impairment & Hearing Impairment

E: d.toman@uws.edu.au | P: (02) 9685 9315 | M: 0414 210 491

RTAA/RailCorp Field Days

The field days showcase the best in Australasian rail.

If you are a student considering a career in rail don’t miss this event.

26 & 27 October 2011 Clyde Siding, Sydney NSW.

Free bus from Auburn Station.

www.rtaa.org.au

Government of Canada Working Holiday Program

Travel and work in Canada for up to 24 months.

www.whpcanada.org.au

University of Newcastle Industry Scholarships

Benefits:

Industry experience integrated with learning

Tax-free fortnightly scholarship payments

Enhanced career prospects

Establishing links with industry partners

Networking opportunities with fellow high achieving scholars

Involvement in company projects throughout your degree

Gain insight into your chosen career

Applications Close October 21.

http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/news-and-events/aug11/industry-

scholarships.html

http://www.newcastle.edu.au/industry-scholarships/

Cream of the Crop Competition

Students create a PowerPoint or a video which can be published on the web and win

$500.

The competition invites students to promote the importance of agriculture.

Entries close on 31 October 2011.

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http://www.art4agriculture.com.au/creamofthecrop/index.html

School Education Expo, Sydney Olympic Park

3 & 4 September 2011 at Sydney Olympic Park.

Head for the Sports Centre on Olympic Boulevard.

http://www.edexpo.info/

Education Expo Chess Challenge. Enter by Wednesday 31st August, 2011

Western Sydney TAFE - The Hills College & Blue Mountains College Open Days

The Hills College Open Day

22/10/2011 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Baulkham Hills and Castle Hill Campus

Blue Mountains College Open Day

29/10/2011 10:00 AM - 3:00 AM

Blue Mountains College, Wentworth Falls Campus.

http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/about-wsi/news-and-media-centre/calendar-of-events/open-

days/

Richmond TAFE Spring Open Day

17th September 2011, 10am - 3pm

See displays by students and teachers from:

Agriculture and Fishing, Animal Care, Business Services and Retail, Career Development,

Equine Studies, General Education, Horticulture and Floristry, Information Technology

and Outreach.

http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/students/student-calendar/event/?eid=2899

TAFE Nirimba College Open Day, Quakers Hill

14 September 2011, 10.00am-6.00pm

Nirimba Education Precinct, Eastern Rd, Quakers Hill

For more information: ph 9208 7474 or 9208 7071.

www.wsi.tafensw.edu.au

TAFE Mt Druitt College Open Day

10 September 2011, 10.00am-3.00pm

Cnr Mount St & North Pde, Mt Druitt

http://www.schoolsindustry.com.au/imagesDB/wysiwyg/mtdruitt.jpg

Flintwood Disability Services Transition to Work Open Day, Baulkham Hills

19 September 2011, 1.00pm-4.00pm

Unit 3, 27-29 Brookhollow Ave, Baulkham Hills

RSVP: by 9 September,

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ph 0459 058 493 or email gerry.connolly@flintwood.org.au

www.flintwood.org.au

Post Secondary Options for People with Disabilities, Ryde

13 September 2011, 10.00am-3.00pm

Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Rd, West Ryde

Cost: $25 People with Disabilities/Family members; $60 Teachers/Advocates /other

professionals/Non-members of CDS; $55 Financial members of CDS. Registration

includes morning tea and a sandwich lunch.

Bookings: ph 8878 0500, email margaret.carrick@sydney.edu.au or fax 9807 7053.

http://cds.org.au

The Australian Foundation for Disability (AFFORD) Open Day, Mt Druitt

5 September 2011, 10.00am-6.00pm

67 Paull St, Mt Druitt

For more information: contact Angela Wilkinson, ph 0417 250 430

New York Film Academy in Australia

The one-year and short-term filmmaking programs will be hosted on QUT's Brisbane

campus.

CONTACT: Simon Hunter

Queensland University of Technology Campus

Creative Enterprise Centre, Level 4, Z1 The Works

34 Parer Place, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059

Tel: +61 7 3337 7888 E: australia@nyfa.edu

http://www.nyfa.edu/about/schools/australia.php

Indigenous Job Market - 6 Sep 2011, Mt Druitt

6 September 2011, 9.30am-3.00pm

Kevin Betts Stadium, Ralph Pl, Mt Druitt

Meet David Peachey, Steve Roach, Max Krilich, Cliff Lyons, Chris Anderson, plus many

more league stars – there to help you get a job.

ph 8765 2848 or email enquiries@originlegends.com.au

www.originlegends.com.au/

To receive these messages by email, register your email address at:

http://www.mhscareers.com/ContactUs.html

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Find following information emailed to me that could be of interest to you.

Dear Careers Advisors,

Not long now… until the annual UNSW Open Day.

UNSW Open Day gives your students the opportunity to find the right information to help

them choose their ideal undergraduate program at UNSW. It is a great opportunity to

see the University up close, meet the lecturers, talk to students and get their questions

answered.

The Faculty of Engineering will have a number of displays, activities and lectures

available to all visitors. For the first time in UNSW Open Day history, we are proud to

introduce the Engineering Open Day smartphone app. The app has been developed

by two Computer Science Engineering students and app’s will allow users to easily

access event information such as lecture times and details, create their own schedules,

and navigate the campus with a guided map. Please see the attached press release.

If have any queries about Open Day or studying at UNSW, please do not hesitate to

contact me.

Kind Regards,

Sabine King

Student Liaison Officer

Faculty of Engineering | The University of New South Wales

Dean’s Unit | Building K17, Room 605 | UNSW Sydney | NSW 2052

T: 02 9385 6437 | F: 02 9385 5456

E: sabine.king@unsw.edu.au

CRICOS Provider No 00098G

DISCLAIMER: www.eng.unsw.edu.au/emaildis.htm

9th September 2011

Jobs

Go to http://www.indeed.com.au/ and type apprenticeship or traineeship in the “what”

box.

Or try other searches from http://www.mhscareers.com/JobSearch.html.

Broadcast Australia's Electronics and Communications Apprenticeships

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Looking to recruit a number of apprentices across Australia for February 2012.

Work Locations:

Wetherill Park, Sydney

Crace, Canberra ACT

Beresfield, Newcastle

Launceston, Tasmania

Brisbane, QLD

Toowoomba, QLD

Hamersley, Perth, WA

Berrimah, Darwin, NT

Closing date for applications: 31 October 2011

Liz.Scannell@broadcastaustralia.com.au or phone (02) 8113 4723.

http://www.broadcastaustralia.com.au/careers/apprenticeships

Army Technician Electrical

Technician Electricals maintain and repair a wide variety of Army equipment ranging

from generators to automotive electrical systems to field power distribution systems.

http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/army/jobs/TechnicianElectrical/

ACT 2012 Applications, Free Acting Workshops & Mid-Year CORE Applications

2012 Application Forms and Audition Booklets for the 3-Year Professional Actor

Program Advanced Diploma course are now available on the website.

Music Theatre Certificate IV, Stage Manager Advanced Diploma and Technical Production

Certificate III & IV courses are also open.

info@actt.edu.au or 02 9213 4500 for more information.

Free workshops and Q&A session.

Sunday 11 September 2011, 1:30PM – 3:30PM, Main Pitt St Campus

Monday 26 September 2011, 6:30PM – 8:30PM, Main Pitt St Campus

http://www.actt.edu.au/course/dropact

CORE midyear intake, there are places still available.

www.actt.edu.au

Sydney Dance Company School Holiday Workshop

Jazz & Hip Hop Workshop - $145.00

2 days of dance for experienced dancers aged 8 to 16.

Juniors 27th & 28th September

Seniors 29th & 30th September

Register: Phone 9258 4818

sdc@sydneydancecompany.com

http://www.sydneydancecompany.com/studios/holiday-workshops/

University of Sydney's annual book fair

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17 -21 September in the Great Hall, 10am - 4pm.

There will be 65,000 books in around 100 categories.

http://sydney.edu.au/news/93.html?eventid=8675

AFTRS Open Spring School Holiday Workshops

Filmmaking, Animation and Acting.

http://www.openprogram.aftrs.edu.au/

Don't forget Open Days running both days this weekend. September 10 & 11.

www.aftrs.edu.au

Disability Expo, Liverpool

Presented by the Autism Advisory and Support Service.

16th & 17th September, 9am - 5pm

An Informative expo providing support, information and services for all disabilities and

ages.

Comfort Inn Hunts Liverpool

(Cnr York St & Hume Hwy, Casula)

Ph: 02 9601 5088

Entry fee - Gold coin donation (optional)

All proceeds going straight to the AASS

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Disability-Expo-2011/102857743133494?sk=info

Flying Fish Preview Event, Sydney

Wed 5 Oct, Flying Fish Sail Academy Sydney

Find out how to get a job teaching windsurfing in Australia or skiing in Canada.

Learn about well paid jobs on superyachts in the Caribbean.

Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Lower Parriwi Road, The Spit, Mosman.

http://www.flyingfishonline.com/contact_us/550.asp

“GET THAT JOB DAY” Parramatta

100 + Apprenticeships and Traineeships across Western Sydney on offer.

(Now or early 2012)

Wednesday, 14 September 2011.

Contact Tina Mavris to arrange your interview: tina.mavris@aussip.com.au

TAFE Clips Student Video Competition

Open to all TAFE NSW and TVET school students enrolled in 2011.

Create a video to show the world how you 'imagine' to win cash and prizes.

Entries close Monday 31 October 2011 at 4:00pm.

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www.tafeclips.com.au

MTA Apprenticeships Plus' automotive pre apprenticeship programs

Free pre apprenticeships courses in all areas in November, December and January.

Trades: mechanic, panel beater, spray painter or parts industry

info@mtaplus.com.au

T 98916900

http://www.mtaplus.com.au/

New York University Abu Dhabi

Admission to NYU Abu Dhabi is highly selective.

Students are admitted based on the overall strength of their application, including

academic excellence, extracurricular activities, recommendations, and a demonstrated

interest in global citizenship, service, and leadership.

http://nyuad.nyu.edu

Join an on-line webinar to learn more and get your questions answered.

Date: Thursday, September 8, 2011

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/587266449

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/639348048

If these times are not convenient please email nyuad@bkk.iie.org

University of Sydney School Holiday Program: "From Red to Infinity...and

Beyond!"

Where: Macleay Museum, University of Sydney (Gosper Lane, off Science Road)

When: Wednesday 5 October, 12-1.30pm and Thursday 6 October, 12-1.30pm

Participants will be given a fifteen minute introduction to the Macleay Museum's exciting

exhibition 'The Quest for Red' by Dr Jude Philp.

Then a walking tour across to the Chemistry Lecture Theatre 2.

Then a 1 hour workshop that includes visuals, animation, practical demonstrations and

interactive games.

Cost: Free entry but bookings essential

Contact: Suzanne Kortlucke

Phone: 9036 5253

Email: suzanne.kortlucke@sydney.edu.au

http://sydney.edu.au/museums/events_exhibitions/index_public_events.shtml

University of Sydney joins forces with Jamie Oliver's Ministry of Food on Friday

21 October

Part of Sydney's international food festival, Crave. www.cravesydney.com

There will be three cooking classes available at 11am, 1pm & 3pm

Tickets cost $10 and limited to 10 people per booking.

The event is open to both students and the general public (aged 16 or above).

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For bookings phone (03) 9933 3390 or email info@thegoodfoundation.com.au

http://sydney.edu.au/news/84.html?newsstoryid=7650

Raffles College Open Day - chance to win an Apple iPad.

Radio station 96.1 on campus.

Saturday, September 10

10am to 2pm at 99 Mount St, North Sydney.

Speak with academics, current students and Raffles graduates.

An extensive range of student work on display.

Parent and prospective student information session from 12noon to 1pm.

Check the website at www.raffles.edu.au or phone 02 9922 4278.

Macquarie University Physics and Astronomy Careers Night

Wednesday 14th September from 6pm – 8.30pm.

Physics, Photonics and Astronomy graduates talk to students.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Judith Dawes judith.dawes@mq.edu.au

RSVP: Carol McNaught carol.mcnaught@mq.edu.au, or phone 9850 8911

http://www.physics.mq.edu.au/community/careers/

Layne Beachley Aim for the Stars Foundation

Assistance for girls who need some extra help to achieve their ambitions.

Ensure your submission is received by 5pm, 11 November.

www.aimforthestars.com.au

Pine Street's Annual Students' Exhibition

Features students’ work in ceramics, porcelain, printmaking, painting, drawing, silver

jewellery and more.

Official launch on Friday 16 September, from 6pm.

16 - 28 September from 09.30 to 17.30 Saturday 11am – 4pm Closed Sundays

64 Pine Street Chippendale 2008

http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/pinestreet/

Cassini Scientist for a Day Essay Contest

An opportunity to learn about the Cassini mission to Saturn and to ask the scientists

working on the mission about their work.

Applications close Wednesday 26th October, 2011

http://www.vssec.vic.edu.au/events/competitions/cassini-scientist-for-a-day-2011/

Women in Physics Lecture Tour - The dark side of the Universe, 2 additional

dates

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In addition to 6.30pm, Tuesday, 13 September 2011 at Sydney Observatory,

http://www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/2011/2011-09-13-the-dark-side-of-the-

universe/

this event will also be held:

Friday 9 September 7.30 pm, Wollongong Science Centre, Wollongong, NSW

http://www.scienceinpublic.com.au/events/aip-event-

calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D95579443

&

Thursday 15 September 6pm, venue TBA, ACT

http://www.scienceinpublic.com.au/events/aip-event-

calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D95579447

To receive these messages by email, register your email address at:

http://www.mhscareers.com/ContactUs.html

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School Holiday

Career and Course Planning

Accounting, Art & Design, Business Administration/Management, Children’s

Services, Hospitality, Tourism, Community Services, Engineering, Health & Fitness,

Building Design

Group sessions with Individual Interview

Come along to The Hills College

these school holidays for help with

career and course planning for 2012

and beyond.

• Do a career interest test • Get individual advice • Research TAFE courses most

suitable for you • How to apply for TAFE

courses. • And learn about study choices

from TAFE to university

For students in:

Year 12 Year 11 Year 10 Young people not at school

Priority:

Contact: 9865 1168 for bookings

Year 12 students for Tuesday 27

September session

Where: Library Seminar Rooms

Block G, Library Building

The Hills College

146 – 160 Old Northern

Baulkham Hills, 2153

When:

• Tuesday 27 September; or • Wednesday 5 October

All sessions:9.30am – 12.30pm

Contact: 9865 1168 for bookings

The Hills College

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Are you finishing school in 2011? Still undecided about tertiary studies? Are you looking for a career in business, finance, law or information technology? WorkVentures is currently accepting applications for 2012 Traineeships – this is your opportunity to get a foot in the door and get your career off to the best possible start.

Benefits to you:

• Earn real wages whilst at the same time gaining new skills and experience that will make a huge difference to your future

• Use time allocated to you whilst at work to complete a nationally recognized Certificate in an industry that interests you, at no personal cost to you

• Full time 12 to 24 month opportunities in Sydney CBD and in your local suburbs, with a range of excellent organisations

• Gain extensive on the job training, mentoring and support from industry professionals, committed to helping you develop and learn.

Eligibility criteria:

• Must not have attained a qualification over a Cert II • Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or a New Zealand Citizen that has resided in

Australia for more than 6 months.

When can I apply?

WorkVentures is currently accepting applications for traineeships starting in 2012. WorkVentures will also be holding traineeship open days and interviews throughout November and December.

How do I apply?

Send your cover letter and resume to gtc@workventures.com.au This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

If you have any enquiries, please call WorkVentures on 9275 8199

Alternatively please refer them to our website at www.workventures.com.au

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Australia's national sail training ship Young Endeavour is now accepting applications for youth to join eleven day voyages departing between January and June 2012. Young Australians aged 16 to 23 can apply for the ballot at www.youngendeavour.gov.au until 30 September 2011. No sailing experience is required.

A voyage in Young Endeavour is an amazing experience, and a unique opportunity for youth to develop teamwork and leadership skills through a world recognised organisation. The current ballot includes voyages along the eastern coast of Australia, which will be crewed by youth from around the country. During each voyage youth crew learn the skills to successfully sail a square rigged ship. They climb the 30 metre mast, set and furl sails, and maintain a 24 hour watch on the bridge. They also learn to navigate, take the helm, keep lookout and help the chef in the ship’s galley. Once they have learned these skills, each youth crew will take command of Young Endeavour for 24 hours, and on their last day at sea will host a local group of youth with special needs, sharing their new found knowledge and experiences. 18 year old Hannah Richards of Blackburn, Victoria completed a voyage from Hobart to Sydney in February, and says it was one of the best things she has ever done. "Young Endeavour pushes you outside your comfort zone. It challenges your expectations and teaches you about your own strengths," says Hannah. "I met new friends from all around Australia and now constantly recommend a voyage in Young Endeavour." 17 year old Errol Zanos travelled all the way from Wagait Beach in the Northern Territory to join the youth crew and sail Young Endeavour into Sydney in July. He applied after hearing about a mate's amazing adventure, and says, "I will always remember climbing aloft at night and furling the sails. As well as learning how to sail a tall ship, my time aboard Young Endeavour has improved my teamwork skills and my self esteem." Since 1988 the Young Endeavour Youth Scheme, in partnership with the Royal Australian Navy, has provided challenging training voyages for over 11,000 young Australians in the tall ship Young Endeavour. The specially designed program delivered aboard the ship increases the youth crew’s self awareness, develops teamwork and leadership skills, and fosters a strong sense of community spirit. For more information please visit www.youngendeavour.gov.au, or contact our office to obtain posters for your school. You are welcome to include this information in your school newsletter or website.

Encourage your students to apply for the voyage of a lifetime in Young Endeavour.

Regards,

Young Endeavour Youth Scheme 1800 020 444 mail@youngendeavour.gov.au

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NSW Health provides a school-based vaccination service each year to offer vaccines

recommended for adolescents by the National Health and Medical Research Council.

Our last Vaccination clinic for Year 7 will be at Glenwood High School on Friday 14th October

2011. Year 7 will have their 3rd dose of HPV, 2nd dose HepB and a single dose of Varicella

(Chickenpox) vaccinations.

Any Year 10 male and female students who missed their vaccination last visit will be

offered a catchup single dose of Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (dTpa) vaccine.

Parent Information Kits will be handed out approx 3 weeks prior to each of the vaccination

clinics. The information kit is also available in 22 languages on the NSW Health Website.

Should you have any further question or comments regarding this program please call the

centre for Population Health on 9840 3603 or go to www.health.nsw.gov.au.

Parents as a reminder, please mark this important date on your calendar to ensure

everyone is well prepared. Also it is important for the children who are being vaccinated eat

a normal breakfast and have plenty of water and food for recess and lunchtime on their

vaccination day. If you have any questions, please contact me on 9629-9577 at Glenwood

High School.

Kind Regards,

HT Welfare & Librarian

Radha Achar

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INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

TERM 1

TERM DATES 2011

FRIDAY, 28 JANUARY 2011 - FRIDAY, 8 APRIL 2011

TERM 2 WEDNESDAY, 27 APRIL 2011 - FRIDAY, 1 JULY 2011

TERM 3 MONDAY, 18 JULY 2011 - FRIDAY, 23 SEPTEMBER 2011

TERM 4 MONDAY, 10 OCTOBER 2011 - TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER 2011

PLEASE NOTE: SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT DAYS (FIRST DAY OF TERM 1, 2 & 3 AND LAST TWO DAYS OF TERM 4)

UNIFORM SHOP HOURS

MONDAY 8.00AM - 11.00AM WEDNESDAY 12.00NOON - 1.00PM FRIDAY, 1.00PM - 4.30PM

OFFICE HOURS 8.00AM - 3.15PM

OFFICE HOURS

OFFICE HOURS for Payment of fees: 8.30AM - 2.30PM

Correct money would be appreciated when making payments by cash

as the school is unable to change large dominations, especially prior to 9.00am

LATE, ABSENT OR LEAVING EARLY NOTES

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Notes are required from Parent / Guardian to explain reasons for lateness, absence or leaving early. Please ensure your child’s full name and year is clearly written on the note.

If a student does not produce a note for lateness a detention will be issued for that day.

ALL notes are required to be handed in at Student Reception at the beginning of the day to enable a pass to be issued to the student and for the details to be noted in the system to avoid a truancy note being issued.

OUR NEXT P & C MEETING will be held on 19th October, 2011 in the Conference Room. Please come along and join us 7.00pm start.

NEWSLETTER is on our website just prior to the P & C Meeting (see below for

dates)

P & C MEETING DATES 2011:

• 3 August 2011

• 14 September 2011

• 19 October 2011

• 9 November 2011

• 7 December, 2011

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TERM 3, 2011 CALENDAR

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

8B 5 September

Year 11 Yearly Examinations

6

7

P & C Meeting

All Welcome – 7.00pm

8

CHS Athletics

9

CHS Athletics

9A 12

13

14 15 16

Western Sydney

Junior State Debating

Selection Trials at

GHS

10B 19

Year 10 Yearly Examinations

Crossroads

20

21

22

23

Year 12 Graduation

9.30am

Last Day Term 3

TERM 3, 2011 CALENDAR

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

8B 5 September

Year 11 Yearly Examinations

6

7

8

CHS Athletics

9

CHS Athletics

9A 12

Year 11 Yearly

Examinations

13

14

P & C Meeting

All welcome

7.00pm

15 16

Western Sydney

Junior State Debating

Selection Trials at

GHS

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PARENTS As information and communication is forwarded to you by email or SMS mobile phone, it is

essential that the school has your correct details. Please complete the form at the end of the newsletter, if any of your personal details (email or

mobile phone number) have changed.

Completed forms can be returned to the school by:

1. Email glenwood-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

2. FAX: 9629 2796

3. POST: Attention Cheryl Sheahan

Glenwood High School – Cnr Forman Ave & Glenwood Park Drive, Glenwood NSW 2768

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TERM 4, 2011 CALENDAR

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1A 10 October

11

Year 10 Yearly Examinations

12

Year 12 Information Evening – 2012 (7.00pm – Hall)

13

14

Year 7 3rd dose HPV/2nd dose Hep

B/Varicella

2B 17

HSC Exams begin

18

19

P & C Meeting – All Welcome 7.00pm

20 21

3A 24

Year 7 Examinations

25 26

Festival of the

Arts -Evening

27

28

4B 31

Year 9 Examinations

1 NOVEMBER 2 3 4

5A 7

Year 8 Examinations

School Certificate

8

School Certificate

9 10 11

6B 14

Australian

Business Week

15 16 17 18

7A 21

Year 10 Work Experience – Optional

22 23 Year 12 Formal

Curzon Hall

5.30 – 10.30pm

24 25

8B 28

Year 10 Work Experience – Optional

29

30 1 DECEMBER 2

Year 10 Formal

9A 5 Year 7, 2012

Orientation Day

Year 7 Swim School

6 7 P & C Meeting

All welcome-7.00pm

8 9

10B 12 13 Presentation

11.00am 14 15 16

11A 19 Pupil Free Day

20 Pupil Free Day

Last Day Term 4

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GLENWOOD COMMUNITY NEWS & ADVERTISING

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GLENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Opportunity Through Learning

Telephone: 9629 9577 Facsimile: 9629 2796

Email: glenwood-h.School@det.nsw.edu.au

AUTHORITY TO CHANGE STUDENT RECORD DETAILS

Dear Parent/Guardian

The need for our school to keep records up to date and accurate is extremely important, particularly in the case of emergencies. Please fill in the following change of record details and return to the school at your earliest convenience.

STUDENT’S FULL NAME (Include Siblings ATTENDING Glenwood High School)

PARENT/GUARDIAN’S NAMES

RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS

CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS

HOME PHONE NUMBER

EMAIL ADDRESS

PARENT/GUARDIAN 1

PHONE NUMBERS

MOBILE:

WORK:

PARENT/GUARDIAN 2

PHONE NUMBERS

MOBILE:

WORK::

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME & NO

(OTHER THAN PARENT/GUARDIAN)

NAME : PHONE NO:

RELATIONSHIP:

NAME : PHONE NO:

RELATIONSHIP:

ATTENTION

If you have moved out of the Glenwood High School local enrolment area you need to attach a letter to the Principal outlining the reason for your move. The letter must also explain why you wish your child to remain at the school as a non local enrolment, instead of moving your child/children to their local High School.

_________________________ _________________ _____________

PARENT/GUARDIAN’S NAME SIGNATURE DATE