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129 Ravenshaw Street, Gloucester NSW 2422 / P 02 6558 1605 / F 02 6558 1229 www.gloucester-h.schools.nsw.edu.au / [email protected]
GLOUCESTERHIGH SCHOOL
Quality education in a caring, innovative environment.
School Calendar 2017TERM 3Monday 11 to 20 SeptemberY11 Yearly Examinations
Wednesday 13 & 14 SeptemberHSC Music Practical Examination
Thursday 14 SeptemberY12 Social 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Friday 15 SeptemberKayak Training Day for Tri ChallengeJunior Cattle Show Gloucester
Wednesday 20 SeptemberY9 Try a Skill Day
Thursday 21 SeptemberY12 Formal Assembly
Friday 22 SeptemberSchool Tri ChallengeLast Day of Term
TERM 4Monday 9 OctoberStudents Return to School
CANTEEN - Phone 65589963Monday 11 SeptemberElonaTuesday 12 SeptemberMerilynWednesday 13 SeptemberDeb WallerThursday 14 SeptemberElonaFriday 15 SeptemberElonaMonday 18 SeptemberElonaTuesday 19 SeptemberBernieWednesday 20 SeptemberJennie SmithThursday 21 SeptemberMelissa Seale
NEWSLETTER Friday 8 September 2017
Care Achievement Respect Effort Responsibilty
LEADERSHIP ASSEMBLYAt our Leadership Assembly on Thursday 7 September our school leaders for 2018 were offically announced and badged:
Senior Leader Group:
School Captains: Mia Bowden and Liam ChesterVice Captains: Nina Samson and William BrownSRC Leaders: Laura Dunlop and Andrew Hughes
SRC members for 2017-2018:
Year 7-8 Sarah Redman, Haylee Mathew, Beau Blanch, Julius Hollingsworth.Year 8-9 Zeke Llewellyn, Joseph Forrester, Indira Baker, Makayla Battams, Amy Shultz, Charlie Carruthers.Year 9-10 Thomas Bandy, Tallulah Nixon, Isabella Erasmus, Riko Fitzgerald, Sarah Benson, Charlotte Maslen.Year 10-11 Noah Jefferys, Jacob Moulds, Stephen Hester, Maddy Blanch, Elizabeth Blanch, Kyra Edstein.Year 11-12 Laura Dunlop, Andrew Hughes, Georgia Dark, Kieran Schneider, Jenna Davis, Cael Hickman
House Captains:
Belbora: Captains: Lincoln Cox and Olivia Allardice Vice Captains: Seamus Burke and Marnie BarkwillKurricar: Captains: Cael Hickman and Ella Hooke Vice Captains: Callum Howard and Kyra EdsteinMograni: Captains: James McLeod and Neve O’Brien Vice Captains: Kieran Schneider and Isobel McDougallTibbuc: Captains: Jacob Sopher and Ellie Schumann Vice Captains: Dylan Schultz and Jordyn Snape
Congratulations students.
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PRINCIPAL’S REPORTThe end of term is fast approaching, with plenty of teaching and learning yet to be done. We have had HSC markers assessing our Year 12 students in Drama, Industrial Technology (Wood) and Music. I attended the HSC MAD night last week to view the Drama and Music performances and would like to congratulate the students for their professional delivery of their works, some of which were technically quite difficult. All pieces were performed with confidence. The Industrial Technology major works demonstrated our student’s creativity and uniqueness with their designs. Our HSC art students had a successful exhibition in the Gloucester Gallery before their works were sent to Sydney for marking. Year 12 have completed their Trial HSC examinations and feedback from these results will assist them to prepare for the actual HSC examinations early next term. We wish them every success.
This week is School Administration Staff Recognition Week. Our SAS team do an incredible job (often behind the scenes) in keeping the school functioning in such a streamlined and well organised manner. The team is led by Christine Moulds (School Administration Manager) who manages the office staff, finances, resource planning, student placements / timetable and the change over to LMBR. Front office staff are Patrice Reynolds, Amanda Moore and Erica Ribbons, who field all phone calls and inquiries and then direct these to the appropriate staff, manage attendance, enrolments, excursions, payments and process accounts. Jenne West supports the front office staff with duties and manages merit and OPAL systems and supports the library. Julia Green is the Science Laboratory assistant and her role is to manage the chemicals and prepare teaching and learning materials for science practical lessons. Erica Ribbons and Robyn Hooke share the role of kitchen assistant. Their role is to collate all food orders, shop for the practical lessons and prepare the
trays for practical cooking and hospitality classes and special events run by the Hospitality staff and students. Dave Fitzhardinge is GHS’ Technical Support Officer and he manages the information technology systems in the school as well as supporting students and staff when difficulties arise with electronic devices. He also researches the best value for money devices to ensure our school is equipped with appropriate and current IT. Janelle Davis, Anne Martin and at times Layne Ross support our students and teachers in the role of Student Learning Support Officer (SLSO). They provide in class support and small group support to foster student academic, social and wellbeing needs. They play an important role in linking families to school.
Julie Schumann is also an SLSO with the key role of administering the Quicksmart program within the school. Narelle Bignell is our Community Liaison Officer (CLO) and manages the fortnightly newsletter and school promotions within the community. Brian (Barney) McInnes is our General Assistant. He knows everything there is to know about the layout of boundaries, electrical and plumbing in the school and when and who to contact as maintenance issues arise. Barney is also responsible for the maintenance and up keep of the grounds, and you would be well aware of the large area he has to maintain in 2 ½ days each week. Mal Graham is our Agriculture Assistant and works closely with the Ag students and teachers to get cattle ready for shows, ensure fencing is maintained, pasture improvement and maintain the Ag gardens. We would also like to thank the casual staff that fill in all these duties when regular staff are absent: Tori Grady, Chloe Grady and Alison Chapman. Gloucester High School thanks you.
Mrs Trudi Edman, Principal (Relief) “The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it from you.” B.B. King
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IMPORTANT PARENT INFORMATIONThe following information is an extract from the Department of Education’s ‘Requirement for all sport and activity’ document.“9. Medical insurance • Principals must advise parents that in the event of injury, no personal injury insurance cover is provided by the NSW Department of Education for students in relation to school sporting activities, physical education lessons or any other school activity. The department’s public liability cover is fault-based and would only be applicable if the department were to breach its duty of care to students in a way that may result in claims for compensation. “
This note is to inform you of the Department’s document. It is also important to note that if an ambulance is called for your child while they are at school, this will not be at your expense.
If you would like clarification on these matters please contact me to discuss this further.
Mrs Trudi Edman, Relieving Principal
HAYLEY RECEIVES GOLD - YEAR 12 STUDENT 2016Sipping cold sparkling apple juice and talking to the Governor of NSW whilst gazing out over the crystal waters of Sydney Harbour may not be your average Wednesday afternoon. But there we were! Owen and Michelle Johns were the embodiment of pride as they joined me in celebrating the presentation of their daughter, Hayley’s, Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. As erstwhile Principal of Gloucester High School, and as Hayley’s Duke of Ed Award Leader, I had watched her grow in knowledge, skill and attitude over the four years she spent meeting the onerous requirements of the Award. Completing Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards is no mean feat. It means spending hours on each of four categories: Skill, Physical Activity, Service and Adventurous Journey (and, for Gold, a Residential Project). Not many people make it this far.
In his speech to the award recipients and their parents, the Governor, His Excellency General David Hurley stressed the fact that employees really take notice when they see “Gold Duke of Ed” within a job application. Further to this, though, he emphasised the personal value of completing the Award in developing traits like persistence, resilience, social conscience and teamwork – and Hayley has these in spades.
Added to the occasion of receiving her Gold, Hayley was selected to address the audience on behalf of all recipients – a great honour indeed, and one which she performed with precision, grace and good humour.Well done, Hayley! We are all very proud of you. Your future is bright. Receiving your Gold Award is the first of many giant steps before you. May you always approach life with the same focus and dedication you have thus far shown.
Mr Pat Cavanagh, Principal School Leadership
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TAS – TIMBER HSC MAJOR PROJECTS 2017The year long efforts of our Y12 IT-Timber students fronted the HSC marking team on Tuesday 29 August. All projects were well presented and represented the student’s interest and showcased their skills development and creativity in timber design. Projects on show were a herpetarium coffee table, a slim line hall table, a TV / entertainment unit and a curved top computer desk - complete with LED back lighting. An interesting mix of projects to say the least, however, all reflected the creative talents of the class.
All students completed quality work and developed a range of skills and knowledge that will assist them in the years to come. Did I mention time management skills? Current Year 11 students take note; time management will be a huge part of my classroom lectures during their time in Year 12. For now, thanks to the successful students who worked hard to ensure their projects and folios were well presented and reflective of their efforts; thanks to Mr Tonitto and Mr Wisely for assistance during my carpal tunnel release recovery. Also, a big thank you to the local suppliers who have provided our students with materials to work with. Here is a sneak peek of their work.
Elijah SnowDesk
Kallum WiselyLong Hall Table
Justin BerryEntertainment Unit
Lachlan HowardHerpetarium Coffee Table
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HSC VISUAL ARTSThe HSC Visual Arts Exhibition for 2017 at the Gloucester Gallery will come to an end on Saturday 9 September.
This year the candidates have produced an excellent collection of individual artworks. Each student has chosen a different media area to express their ideas and develop their techniques to produce their final Body of Work.
Amber Franks has produced a clever narrative on her family including some clues that highlight her Maltese heritage. Extending the concept of drawing she has produced an excellent series of drawings that involve numerous nails and black string. As well as digital images that enhance the series.
Ruby Pippen started looking at the stars for ideas and evolved her perceptions into a very complex assortment of dry point etchings and weavings. Her final works have become very cerebral in their composition, challenging the viewer to dig deep into their understanding of the workings of the human brain.
Indira Virzi Hartigan has literally seen the light and has produced a rich collection of images inspired by the sunset. Indira also started off investigating herself and how she identifies with the landscape around her. Initially manipulating photos to try to find a composition and technique that she liked, she has arrived at a series of paintings dripping with media that celebrate the patterns and colours of the evening sky.
Art by Amber Franks
Art by Ruby Pippen
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HSC VISUAL ARTS continued.........
Art by Indira Virzi Hartigan
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MARINE AND AQUACULTURE EXCURSION On Thursday 24 August a small group of Marine and Aquaculture students travelled to the Port Stephens Fisheries Research Facility near Nelson Bay.
The facility has a total staff of 85 with the majority being Biologists in many different fields. The research is concerned with improving aquaculture technologies such as recirculation tanks to hold intensive fish production, biosecurity, disease management, efficient oyster production, and many others.
A former student of Gloucester High School, Mr Walter Scifleet is one of the main marine biologists working on oyster diseases. The oyster industry in NSW is very financially important. Mr Scifleet is trying to breed Sydney Rock Oysters that are naturally resistant to “QX fever” and
“Winter mortality”, diseases that can cause huge financial losses for the industry as our Sydney Rock Oysters are rated the best in the world.
Other biologists are investigating ways to breed our native Australian Bass, aka, the local perch. These fish are one of the best sport fish in Australia and are much sought after by local fishers. This facility’s aim is to breed hundreds of thousands of fish to restock all of the eastern rivers of
Australia.
Students were given a two hour tour of the facility introducing them to large scale aquaculture operations such as growing single celled algae in artificial light conditions in labs. The Institute covers an area of about 13 ha and includes a wide range of buildings to meet the needs of all activities on the site.
After the tour students then ordered fish and chips for lunch, just around the corner, and then returned to school. Many thanks to Mr Rob Seale for driving the bus.
YEAR 11 YEARLY EXAMINATIONSYear 11 Examinations commence Monday 11 September and finish Wednesday 20 September. Best wishes Year 11.
To access the examination timetable, please click on the link below.
http://www.gloucester-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/documents/5807549/5813452/year_11_yearly_exams_2017.pdf
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THE NEW NSW PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ FINANCE SYSTEM IS UP AND RUNNINGThis week Gloucester High School transitioned to the new NSW Public Schools’ Finance System. We can now process receipts and payments again, though we are still in the learning phase. Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated. Once we are more familiar with the system we can see this being a much better program than the previous one. If you have any questions, please contact Chris Moulds on 02 65581605.
THE 2017 GLOUCESTER MOUNTAIN MAN TRI-CHALLENGE WILL SEE A NUMBER OF SCHOOL STUDENTS PARTICIPATING FOR THE FIRST TIMEYear 11 student Andy Hughes will be completing the course as an individual. His all-round fitness level and determined attitude should see him complete the challenge despite any obstacles.
Jake Moulds, Hamish McClure and Cadel Beard will be competing together as a team which has previously seen great success in the school Tri Challenge. Jake noted that he had a competitive team and is expecting to come home strongly in the run leg. Hamish will enjoy the kayaking component of the course whilst also achieving excellent results as he has access to the Barrington River which he lives alongside. Cadel stated “His team has done the school event a number of times - this year it was time to step up and tackle the town competition”
A recently formed team consisting of Cameron Dunlop, Tristyn Beard and Tahnee Yates will also be competing this year. It will be interesting to see which Beard will record the fastest time for the bike leg as they train regularly together and are extremely competitive. Tahnee Yates is a proven cross country runner having come first in the recent zone competition. Cameron Dunlop is a successful athlete in a variety of sports including athletics and horse riding, and therefore we believe that his determination and achievement will be unfaltering in the kayak leg.
Kayden Schumann and Beau Blanch will be another team. Being the youngest; this team should not be underestimated as both boys are super competitive and keen to “take on people older than ourselves”.
Best wishes to our students for this weekend’s competition.
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GHS TRI CHALLENGE FRIDAY 22 SEPTEMBERThere are two weeks left to the annual running of the Gloucester High School Tri Challenge on the last day of this Term, Friday 22 September. Participants should be well into their training for the 10km ride, 4km kayak and 4km run. Below is some general information for parents about the running of the event.
Attendance - As this is a normal school day all students are expected to take part as either a competitor or a race marshal. Please note that there will be no teaching staff or students left at GHS after 9.45am (This is the time that the buses leave to take the students out to the course). Students will be bussed to their positions on the course. A permission note indicating cost will be sent out in Week 10.
Student Course Marshals - The student race marshals are stationed around the course with a supervising teacher to encourage and assist the competitors where necessary. Students will be out on the course between 10am and 1pm so will need to take water and snacks, as well as closed in shoes (no thongs, or sandals) and appropriate sun protection.
Food – Students will need to bring their own drinks and snacks for when they are on the course between 10am and 1pm. A BBQ lunch will be available when students return to Rocky Crossing (approx. 1pm).
Race Entries - Entries closed on Friday 8th September. Entry forms and money should have been handed in to the school office. Entry fees are $45 for an individual or $75 for a team, which includes hiring of the kayaks and bus fares to and from the event.
Kayak Training - Kayak paddlers will be completing their kayak training session with Barrington Outdoor Adventure Centre on Friday 15th September at a cost of approximately $45.00 per student. Permission notes, BOAC indemnity forms and training day details will be sent out in the week prior and will need to be returned fully completed before Friday 15th September in order to participate in this compulsory training..
Bike Check – All competitors will need to have their bike checked in Week 10 before Race Day, to ensure that the brakes and gears are fully functional. This will be done at school. Bikes should be left in the racks outside the TAS block with the students name clearly shown on the bike, and notify Mr Seale that it needs to be checked. Please be aware competitors should be using mountain bikes – no road/racing bikes will be considered eligible for the race.
Parent Helpers - This event is a unique and special day in the Gloucester High School calendar and has been well supported in the past. Any parents who would like to make themselves available to help out on the day please contact Mr Cameron 65581605.
See you at the start line.Mr Adam Cameron, Race Co-ordinator
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NSW SCHOOL VACCINATION PROGRAM 2017
The final vaccination dated for 2017 is Term 4, 9 November 2017.
WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS MISSED A VACCINEIf your child has missed any vaccinations they will be offered any missed doses at the next clinic at the school.
WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS NOT RECEIVED ALL HPV VACCINES BEFORE THE END OF 2017?Any year 7 student with missed doses of HPV vaccine can be caught up in 2018.
ADDITIONALLY: • Any 2017 year 8 student who commenced HPV vaccination while in year 7 and are yet to finish the course of HPV (and who has not received any from their local doctor) can still receive this at the next clinic at their school.• Any year 11 or 12 student who returned a signed consent card for Meningococcal ACWY vaccine and did not receive this in Term 2 (and who has not received it from their local doctor) can still receive this at the next clinic at their school.
Please note:• As of July 2017 any student who has missed school program vaccines or any childhood vaccines can now receive these vaccines from their local doctor. For more information please refer to www.immunise.health.gov.au and click on “National immunisation program – expansion”.
Don’t forget a Record of Vaccination is given to each student for each vaccination. Parents/guardians should ensure that this record is kept for future reference and should not assume that their child has been vaccinated if they do not receive this Record of Vaccination.
Any questions, visit the NSW Ministry of Health website at: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/schoolvaccination.aspx
CHESS COMPETITIONThe Gloucester High School Chess team, consisting of Jacob Bird, Jack Davis, Shayne Harris, Gabe Hennessy-O’Reilly and Ryan Pilmore should be proud of their effort and achievements in competing in this year’s Chess Competition. Jack Davis, Shayne Harris, Gabe Hennessy-O’Reilly and Ryan Pilmore competed in the final round of the chess competition on Wednesday the 30 August. The final match saw Gloucester High School compete against Merewether High School in Newcastle. All players displayed good sportsmanship and played diligently. Gloucester students played against some very talented students, and unfortunately have been knocked out of the main chess competition. We congratulate Merewether High School on their win.
The students will now be competing in the runners up competition and will be versing Scone High School in the next match.
Mr Cornall, Chess Co-ordinator
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CAREERS NEWSAutomotive Careers…
AUTOMOTIVE MODERN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM 2018 APPLICATIONS
Vantage Automotive Pty Ltd is a major provider of government funded vocational learning and outsourced services to major vehicle manufacturers with an extensive client list across Australia. Applications are now being sought from students who are interested in a career within the automotive industry as an Automotive Technician or Parts Interpreter.
Both male and female candidates from all over Australia are invited to apply for the Automotive Modern Apprenticeship Program and, if selected, will be offered full time employment at a dealer close to their home and flown to Sydney for block training. This is a funded program with minimal cost to the student.
If students are interested, they need to carefully look at the manufacturers and dealerships listed on www.vantageautomotive.com or contact: [email protected] (02)8014 8990. Once students are happy with their selection, they are then required to fill out the application form online and attach a current resume and cover letter.
Manufacturers involved in the program are: Land Rover, Jaguar, Volvo, Volkswagen and Skoda. See Mr De Angelis for more details or guidance.
Automotive Group Training Apprenticeships
We employ apprentices and then place them with one, or more, host trainers in order to undergo their trade training. These host trainers are businesses operating in the automotive industry and can range from small local workshops to bigger car dealerships. We will always aim to place our apprentices into a business that is close to their home and that fulfils all the requirements for them to learn the trades of their apprenticeship of choice.
Select an auto Career where you like: http://www.agtnsw.com.au/job-seekers/job-profiles
Register for an opportunity here:
http://www.agtnsw.com.au/Job-Seekers/Register-with-us
MTA Automotive Apprenticeships
If you are a job seeker or recent school leaver and are seeking an apprenticeship in the automotive industry, simply email your resume to Aaron or John below. If you have any questions please feel to call at any stage.
http://www.apprus.com.au/what-we-do.html
Automotive Apprenticeships - Inner City, Eastern Suburbs, St George and Sutherland Shire
Aaron Low, Candidate Resourcer, Ph: (02) 9891 6900Email: [email protected]
Automotive Apprenticeships - Sydney Greater Metropolitan area, Central Coast & Newcastle
John Vu, Candidate Resourcer, Ph: (02) 9891 6900, Email: [email protected]
• Tyre Fitting • Steering and Suspension
• Transmissions
• Radiator Repairs
• Car Detailing
• Parts Sales
• Automotive Administration
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OTHER FIELDS
Master Plumbers Association of NSW Apprenticeships
7 steps to become an apprentice plumber:
http://www.masterplumbers.com.au/LiteratureRetrieve.aspx?ID=104287
Application form here:
file:///C:/Users/DESKTOP/Downloads/Application+for+Apprenticeship+SOPF+5+-+102+++++9+September+2015.pdf
Website information here:
http://www.masterplumbers.com.au/apprenticeship-opportunities
Aviation Careers - Enrolments
October courses now open
Sydney Flight College, based at Bankstown Airport, is now taking expressions of interest for our AVI50215 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) course starting in mid-October. This course assumes no, or minimal, previous flying experience. Call us on 02 9709 8488. To register your interest go to
http://www.sfcaero.com.au/learn-to-fly/enquires
Teaching opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Do you have any students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are interested in becoming teachers? They can get paid to study to become a primary or secondary teacher and be guaranteed a permanent job. Applications are open and closing soon.
https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/getpaidtostudy/teacher-education-scholarship-aboriginal
Electrogroup Electrical Apprenticeships
We encourage people interested in gaining an Electrogroup apprenticeship or wishing to partake in a pre-apprenticeship course to register their interest at any time by sending through a completed application form.
You will learn to install and maintain electrical components, wiring, equipment and systems. You may have the opportunity to elect to work in specialised areas of the electrical industry.
http://www.electrogroup.com.au/apprentices-overview/
Essential Energy Apprenticeships 2018
We are currently offering apprenticeships for Powerline Workers, and Electrical Technicians in our Regional Operations and Zone Substation branches.
http://essentialenergy.com.au/content/apprenticeships
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UAC KEY REMINDERS
On Time (Early Bird) Applications Close
29 September 2017
Processing Charge
$58 (up to midnight on Friday September 29)
$183 (from Saturday September 30)
SRS (Schools Recommendation Schemes)
Close at midnight on 29 September 2017
EAS (Educational Access Schemes)
It is best to have your EAS Application submitted by 29
September 2017, however there are various dates for different
offer rounds. See: www.uac.edu.au/eas
Also, students applying for courses that have extra requirements (i.e. submitting a folio, a pre-selection kit, arranging an interview, etc.)
are reminded that failure to meet the deadline date for these means students may no longer be eligible
for selection into their desired course.
For more details regarding important dates, and applicable
fees, please refer to
UAC Key Dates
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LEADERSHIP ASSEMBLY PHOTOS
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Canteen Price List – 2017
Rolls and Sandwiches PricesRolls Sandwiches
Salad $4.80 $4.30Chicken and salad $5.80 $5.30
Egg and lettuce $4.80 $4.30Baked beans $4.30 $3.80
Salmon $5.50 $4.50 Toasted sandwiches on request
Wraps PricesHalf salad $2.80
Whole Salad $4.80Chicken salad $5.80
Chicken Ball Wrap $5.80Sweet Chilli Tender Wrap $5.80
Wraps toasted on requestHot Food Prices
Hot chicken roll $4.80Hamburger $5.80
Chicken burger $5.80Lasagne $4.80
Hash Browns (3) $1.50Pizza rounders $2.80
Pies $3.50Sausage rolls $2.80
Chicken Crackles $1.50Noodles $2.50
Other Available items
Ice Creams, Frozen Juice, Frozen Yoghurts Prices range from $0.80c to $2.20
Additional volunteer helpers to assist in the canteen are always welcome.3 hours only 10.30am – 1.30pm Please phone: 6558 9963
If your child has dietary needs, please contact Mandy to see what options are available
Fruit Salad $3.50 Salad Box $4.80
Fruit is available on order
Juice, Water, Milks, Diet & Soya Drinks Prices range from
$0.50c to $3.60
PLEASE PLACE LUNCH ORDERS BEFORE 9AM OR AT RECESS
SCHOOL CANTEENThere have been some minor price increases for items at the canteen. Please see updated list below.
PLEASE REMIND YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN IF THEY WANT TO ENSURE THEY EAT WHAT THEY WANT AT LUNCHTIME FROM THE CANTEEN, TO PLACE A LUNCH ORDER IN THE MORNING. BY PLACING LUNCH ORDERS THE AMOUNT OF WASTAGE WILL BE REDUCED, THEREFORE INCREASING PROFITS. The Canteen is run by the P & C who use these profits to puchase equipment etc for the school.
If there is something you would like to see on the menu that is healthy, please speak to Mandy at the Canteen or a P & C member.
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GLOUCESTER JUNIOR CATTLE SHOW
Friday 15 September 2017 at Gloucester Showground
commencing 9.00 am to 2.30 pmFor children up to 20 years of age
The Junior Cattle Show is a day to introduce and educate children of primary and high school ages to beef and dairy cattle handling, preparation for parading and judging. There are a number of events on the program that the children can participate in, even if they don’t have their own animals to exhibit. Program and entry forms are available from Local Schools, CRT and Norco. For more information contact David Bignell 6558 5512, email [email protected] or Facebook, Gloucester Junior Cattle Show.
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COST: $5
TIME: music 6:30-9:30pm,
entry from 6pm.
DATE: Thursday 14 September
WHERE: outside under the cola
THEME: Through The Decades
FOOD: plates of nachos $3,
softdrinks, chips and water.
DJ: Jordan Dunn
PLEASE BUY TICKETS EARLY SO THE SOCIAL GOES AHEAD.
Further information regarding the Social:1. Students to buy their ticket for $5 in the quad when they are on sale. Only available to the students who have not received a yellow slip this term. Tickets are not sold at the Social.2. Students take their ticket home and get a parent or carer to sign it.3. All students that have bought a ticket will have their name checked on the ticket list. A teacher will be ringing home if a student does not show up.4. Students are not allowed to leave the Social until 9:30pm unless it has been arranged beforehand, or if their parent/carer sees a teacher at the Social.5. The theme is “Through the Decades”.6. Social is Thursday, 14 September 6:30pm to 9:30pm, outside in the Junior Quad.
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SAFER DRIVERS COURSES - TAREE AND FORSTER The Safer Drivers Course is available to all NSW Learner drivers between the age of 16 and 25 years. The requirements to attend the course are as follows: Learner drivers must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of actual driving recorded in their logbook (this must not include any hours accredited from professional structured driving lessons under the 3 for 1 scheme) and must have completed a minimum of 10 hours of night time driving. The course cost is $140 inc GST (cost is fixed by the RMS ) which includes a 3 hour workshop and a 2 hour in car coaching session. At the completion of the course you will gain a 20 hour additional credit in your logbook. Morning tea and lunch are provided for the course.
Our next courses will be held as follows: TAREE FORSTER Visitor Information Centre Community Centre
21 Manning River Drive 12 Breese Pde Wednesday 27 September, 2017. Saturday 23 September, 2017.
Wednesday 4 October, 2017.
Safer Drivers Course information and registration forms are available at
www.behindthewheel.net.au
For further information please call Behind The Wheel on 0427951600 or email: [email protected]
Behind The Wheel Driver Education
Embark on one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of your life
HOST FAMILIES NEEDED
Experience a new culture
Learn a language at home
Rediscover and share the beauty of New Zealand
Students arrive in January and July and stay for 3, 5 or 10
months.
All students have a wide range of interests and hobbies.
If your family can offer a friendly, supportive and caring home
environment, contact us today
1300 135 331 or [email protected]
www.studentexchange.org.au/hosting
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Come join Gloucester Blue Light with the ultimate school holiday activity;
WEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER 2017
$50 per person
Includes – Transport plus: • Battlezone – Maitland gaol. The ultimate military simulation. All action, no pain.
• The Call of Duty package. In addition each child will receive pizza and can of soft drink/water after our gaming has finished. Each child will also get a ration bag filled with awesome goodies to remember the day!
• The Maitland Gaol is home to the ULTIMATE urban military simulation. A delicate balance of cell to cell combat and long range sniping opportunities makes for action packed, quick, challenging game play while our huge range of digital weaponry means you’ll always have a new way to play. Maitland Gaol has been home to some of Australia’s most hardened and notorious criminals, but closed as a correctional institution in 1998. Now the cell doors have been swung open and you can join Battlezone Playlive to experience first hand the excitement and realism of live combat gaming!
For students aged 8 - 12 years. Names and payment to be lodged at Gloucester Health
Foods. Nominations close 15/9/17 (unless filled earlier)
(Coach will depart approx 1.30pm and return approx 8.00pm)
Come join Gloucester Blue Light with the ultimate school holiday activity;
CHARLESTOWN SQUARE ENTERTAINMENT PASS
FRIDAY 6th OCTOBER 2017
$50 per person Includes – Transport plus:
• 1 x movie ticket at Reading Cinemas (excludes 3D movies, TITAN XC & Gold Lounge) plus one small popcorn
• 1 x game of bowling or laser skirmish at Strike Bowling Bar• 30 minutes of free play at Timezone. Plus unlimited standard and ticket games and 50 pre-
loaded power tickets.• 1 x burrito, or nacho’s or quesadillas at Guzman Y Gomez• 1 x hot chocolate (milk, dark or white) at Max Brenner
For students aged 12 years or older.
Names and payment to be lodged at Gloucester Health Foods
Nominations close 27/9/17 (unless filled earlier)
(Coach will depart approx 8.00am and return approx 6.00pm)
EXCLUSIVE OFFERFORMALS SUIT PACKAGESUIT SEPARATESJACKET $130
TROUSERS $59.95
PARAMOUNT SHIRT $39.95
ASSORTED LOWES TIE $25
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TOTAL VALUE
*T&Cs apply. Instore only. While stocks last, styles may vary. Cannot be used with any other offer. Offer can only be redeemed with flyer. One flyer per person.
NOW$200SAVE$5490
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Relieving Principal Mrs Trudi Edman Relieving Deputy Principal Mr Mik WiselyAddress: 129 Ravenshaw Street, Gloucester NSW 2422Telephone: 6558 1605 Fax: 6558 1229Email: [email protected] Web: www.gloucester-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
SCHOOL VISION STATEMENTGloucester High School aims to develop a supportive learning environment that engages all students,
Teachers and community in the pursuit of excellence.
Join Scouts - be prepared for adventure! When we say ‘adventure’, we’re not just talking about the awesome range of outdoor activities that Scouts offers! In fact, ‘adventure’ can mean any exciting, novel or unusual experience, and Scouts offers such a huge range of opportunities that there’s always something new to try. And you can join at any age from 6 upwards!
Scouts in Gloucester is about to reopen its doors... boys and girls will be separated into age-based Sections – Joey Scouts (6-7), Cub Scouts (8-10), and Scouts (11-14). To register your interest, call 1300 858 464, or visit Gloucester Scouts NSW on Facebook.com
Scouts NSW is registered for the Active Kids Rebate program offered by the NSW Office of Sport from January 2018.
Interested in Scouting?
Youth aged 6-14
Join the adventure Ph 1300 858 464
Taree 0409 643700
Scotopic Sensitivity/Irlen Syndrome
is a Visual Processing Disorder which affects 1 in 8 people…
The symptoms include: Reading and Comprehension Difficulties Spelling Difficulties Light sensitivity and eye strain Headaches and Migraines Concentration Issues
We provide Diagnostic Assessment for students and adults of all ages with the above symptoms as well as for students diagnosed with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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