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Care | Opportunity | Success
S O U T H SY D N E Y
Principal’s Report
HIGH SCHOOL
Newsletter | Term 2 Week 8 | 21 June 2019
Congratulations to:
Ernie from Year 11 one of only 25 students selected by the Arts Unit to participate
in the A O Lang Pho Circus Masterclass to be held at the Opera House.
Subject Selection Evening
On Tuesday night we started our planning for next year with our Annual
Subject Selection evening for Year 10 students. On a chilly evening it was
great to see so many students with their families present, absorbing all the
information about the most appropriate subjects to select for stage six.
Year 8 and 10 Parent Teacher Night Tuesday the 25th of June. 4pm-7.30pm
We hope to see as many parents/guardians present in the hall for Parent Teacher night, it is a great
opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and work together with the school to ensure your child thrives in
semester two.
Junior CAPA Showcase on Tuesday 2nd July
Please find more details about this annual event in this newsletter. Don’t forget to order your tickets online to
secure your seat at this free event. This performing arts night is always a wonderful collaboration between
students and their dedicated teachers.
NAIDOC Assembly
Our assembly will be held on Thursday 4th July at 9.15 am in the
School Hall. Ms Wilson and Ms Cooley are busy working with students
and parents which will acknowledge this important week in the
nation’s calendar.
Kind Regards
Janice Neilsen
Principal
Catalyst Lab Success
Congratulations to Mr Chadwick who has been successful in the Catalyst Lab
Innovation Program. The program supports the generation of new ideas that
address specific challenges for education in the future. It will enable stu-
dents to be fully equipped to navigate a future world where artificial intelli-
gence plays an increasing part in education and the wider world. Mr Chad-
wick has been invited to a three day bootcamp to further refine his ideas
and concept with industry experts to innovate for the future of education.
Multicultural Flag Day on Friday 2nd August
I would like to encourage as many parents as possible to put this date
into your diary.
This day reminds us about the wonderful cultural richness which exists
within our school and the wider community. I would encourage as many
students to participate in this great celebration of cultural diversity.
Please see the HSIE faculty to register your interest.
On Wednesday 12th June Year 12 Sports Coaching students assisted at Maroubra Bay Public Schools athletics
carnival. The sports coaching students coached and assisted with the various track, field and novelty events
that took place.
Sports Coaching
Behaviour Expectation Over the next two terms we will be sharing our updated Behaviour Expectations with students. We thank you
for your support in reinforcing the high expectations that make South Sydney High School such a dynamic, safe
learning environment for all students.
Gifted, Talented & Enrichment, Term 2
SSCIM Club
As the term draws to a close SSCIM Club is as busy as ever. We now have a giant checkers board that students
are enjoying. While our junior public speaking finalists are completing and polishing their speeches for the
final showdown on Thursday 27th June when we will decide who will represent our school at the Legacy Public
Speaking event in Term 3. Because the interest in public speaking has been strong this term there will be a
number of our keen public speakers attending the finals of the State’s Plain Speaking event on Friday 28th
June.
GERRIC School Holiday Workshops
The following workshops will be offered by the University of New South Wales, Gifted Education department
in July. The workshops will be run from Matraville High School from the 9th to the 11th of July.
Year 7-10
The Brain in Health and Disease - UNSW Professor Ken Ashwell
Robots by EMU - Yvonne Perry
Poetry + Stage: Poetry & Spoken Word - David Stavanger
The link to book workshops is as follows: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gerric-student-programs-tickets-
60238571188?mc_cid=bf591de7a6&mc_eid=b3b7122bf7
ENRICHMENT STAGE 4 PROJECT BASED LEARNING : Videos for Social Change, Project Based Learning
Presentation Afternoon, 3.45 – 5.45pm, Thursday 27 June 2019
The organisation ‘High Resolves’ are very focused on empowering young people to raise awareness of societal
issues and to develop young advocates for change promoting a just society that nurtures and encourages us all
to be our best selves. To this end they run a competition called ‘Videos for Social Change’. Preparation for this
competition by creating their own videos for social change has been the project based learning required of
Stage 4 (year 7 & 8) students this term. We hope to show these videos to parents and members of our school
community on Thursday 27 June from 3.45 – 5.45pm. On Tuesday 18th June students were offered a double
period workshop during which they completed or planned the completion of their videos.
Aine de Paor, Gifted & Enrichment Co-ordinator
HSC & Careers Expo
Students in Years 10 & 12 attended the Annual Careers Expo at the Horden Pavilion Moore Park. The students
had the opportunity to ‘ask the experts’ about courses and careers and for Year 10 it was a valuable time to
gather information from Tertiary Institutions regarding the appropriate subjects to choose for Year 11 & 12.
There were approximately 150 tertiary exhibitors on hand to talk to students and answer their questions.
These included TAFE NSW, UNSW, Macquarie University, The University of Sydney, University of Technology
Sydney, Australian National University, Notre Dame University, Western Sydney University, Universities of
Wollongong and Newcastle just to include a few. Other tertiary and private institutions included Macleay
College, Defence Force Recruiting, Basair Australia, Kenvale College of Hospitality and Cookery, Raffles College
of Design, The Academy of Interactive Entertainment & The National Art School as a small example.
Year 12 was able to find out about courses and careers available for 2020 and talk to UAC and TAFE about the
application process and closing dates. The expo also held seminars on Applying to UAC, Resume preparation,
job interview advice and gap year options for 2020.
I would like to compliment our students on their behaviour, preparation, and genuine enthusiasm throughout
the event, to use the time effectively to find out information about their post school options. I would also like
to thank the staff who assisted on the Day/s, Ms Mattock, Ms Graham, Ms Lopez, Ms Khouri, Ms Rivett and to
Ms Douglas for providing the necessary timetable adjustments to release those members of staff, which was
much appreciated.
Ms Brookes
Careers Adviser
HSC Minimum Standard for Year 10 Students
What is the HSC minimum standard?
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) has implemented the HSC minimum standard to help ensure that
students have the key literacy and numeracy skills for life after school. Students in New South Wales will need
to demonstrate a minimum standard of literacy and numeracy to receive the HSC credential from 2020. The
HSC minimum standard is set at level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). These skills are
essential for everyday tasks and learning after school such as writing a letter for a job application or
understanding a mobile phone plan. The standard is assessed through online tests across three areas: reading,
writing and numeracy. The minimum standard online tests are 45 minutes long and include a multiple choice
reading test, a multiple choice numeracy test and a short writing test based on a choice between a visual or
written prompt. Examples of the tests are available on the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
website. Students who do not meet the HSC minimum standard can still
Sit the HSC exams.
Receive an ATAR for University applications
Receive a ROSA
Receive a HSC minimum standard report.
At South Sydney High School we will start the process of students going through the testing procedures.
Students will be doing practice online tests over the next week, with an eye to doing the actual tests after this.
Students will be supported through these sessions, until they reach the minimum standard required. We
anticipate a large number of students will be able to achieve the minimum standard within the first testing
cycle. More information is available at: https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/11-12/hsc/hsc-
minimum-standard
Royal Australian Navy Visit
On Thursday 13th June, Tyler and Nathan from Year 11 and Yajneshwar from Year 10 visited HMAS Kuttabul to
experience a day in the Royal Australian Navy.
Warrant Officer Maritime Logistics Chef Simon Allanson gave a guided tour of the Navy Base where students
had the opportunity to view the internal workings of the Garden Island Defence Precinct, including the fleet
gymnasium (complete with an indoor rock-climbing wall) and the HMAS Kuttabul graving dock.
Students learned about the employment opportunities after school, and spoke to many experienced people,
including young people in the Navy Gap Year Program.
It was a most outstanding day. Special thanks to HMAS Kuttabul’s Warrant Officer Maritime Logistics Chef
Allanson for making the day possible!
Yajneshwar has now received a work experience opportunity which he is thrilled about!
M Mattock and K Allanson
Opportunity Team
Kellogg’s Industry Visit
On Tuesday 4th June, 25 Year 9 and 10 students participated in an industry visit to the iconic Kellogg’s.
Students visited the Kellogg’s Botany Plant where they got hands-on experience in how a variety of cereals are
manufactured. Students also visited the Kellogg’s Australia’s Head Office in Pagewood, where they engaged in
a career mentoring session with a range of HR specialists. Both of these visits were highly valued and were a
great opportunity for our students to learn about career possibilities and pathways. Year 10 will soon be
selecting subjects for Year 11 and such industry visits really support our students in making decisions that are
right for them.
We would like to thank Kellogg’s and United Way for providing South Sydney High School this excellent
experience.
Ms Allanson
Opportunity Team, South Sydney High School.
Some information about…... Lateness
Thank you for ensuring that your child attends school on time every day. We ask that you phone or text our
office staff if your child is running late. Students with unexplained lateness will be followed up by the Year
Adviser and Deputy Principals in line with our updated 2019 policy.
Absence
You will receive a text message if your child is late or absent from school, usually after 11 o’clock each day. It is
vital that we have accurate contact details so that our systems work effectively; updates can be provided via
the forms on the Skoolbag App.
If we have technical issues and are unable to send these messages, we will advise you and ask you to contact
the school office if you have any concerns. If you are sure your child is at school and you feel you have received
a message in error please contact us on 93493868.
Science News
In the Science double lesson on Friday 14th June, 8 Yellow constructed scientific posters to model the
mammalian digestive system. Students used materials such as balloons, sponges, playdough, aluminium foil,
pipe cleaners and string to make their posters. They worked collaboratively in groups to design and make their
posters and worked beautifully together. Their hard work definitely shows – their posters are amazing!
Year 12 Biology students visited the Museum of Human Disease in Week 7 as part of the diseases topic. They
were able to learn about the cause and effects of various infectious and non-infectious diseases on the human
body. It was a very eye opening and informative excursion. The Year 12 Biology students are currently
performing research on methods to control the spread of disease as a part of their upcoming research
assessment task.
Please text us or send a note explaining absence (with a medical certificate if required) when your child
returns to school.
Uniform
Thank you for ensuring that your child/ward attends school every day in full school uniform. Please write a
note if your child is not in uniform, we can then issue a uniform slip valid for the day (or the whole week in
extenuating circumstances). Students either see their Year Adviser before school or the faculty monitoring
uniform for that year group. If you have any concerns, please contact the Year Adviser on the school number.
Sports Report Zone Athletics
An impressive 65 students attended the Zone Athletics Carnival, the majority being competitors but also a
number of volunteers who did an excellent job of assisting staff in running the carnival on the day. Of the
competitors 32 students have been successful in progressing on to the Regional Athletics carnival which will be
held on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th August at Sylvania Athletics Field.
Congratulations to all of these students
In particular, a big congratulations and well done to Tahyla (Year 7) and Rose (Year 12) who were Age
Champions at the Carnival.
Eden - Year 7 Tahlya - Year 7 Keilani - Year 7 Rose - Year 12 Luti - Year 10 Ruby - Year 7 Zoe - Year 7 Harmani - Year 9 Kodie - Year 12 Alexandra - Year 8 Zak - Year 10 Ryan - Year 9 Marley - Year 8 Rick - Year 8 Easton - Year 11
Ihi - Year 11 Frederick - Year 7 Antonio - Year 11 Aaron - Year 8 Toban - Year 7 Caedan - Year 7 Sam - Year 8 Aaron - Year 9 Eddie - Year 9 Izaiah - Year 11 Hasan - Year 9 Niyaaz - Year 12 Lachlan - Year 10
AFL
We have two good news stories in AFL. Firstly our school knockout team have pro-
gressed into the Final 4 teams across the Sydney East region after a comprehensive
win over Caringbah HS in week 7. This means that the boys are just one good win away
from progressing to the state draw for this competition. Well done and good luck to
these boys. Secondly, some individual success for Liam (Year 10, pictured) who recent-
ly represented NSW CHS Greater Sydney at the NSW All-Schools U15’s state Champi-
onships. Liam has already been identified as a talented athlete in this sport; he recent-
ly represent the Sydney East region for the third consecutive year, captaining the team
in 2019.
Cross Country
In week 7, four students (Rick Year 8, Jake Year 10, Marley Year 8 and Rose Year 12) competed at the Regional
Cross Country Championships held at Miranda park. The course is a challenging 2km loop, including many hills,
which tests both the stamina and muscular endurance of each student. Both Jake (7th) and Rose (3rd) have
been successful in qualifying for the NSW CHS Championships which will be held in Term 3 at Eastern Creek.
A Day at Clayton Utz
On Thursday the 13th of June, 22 outstanding students from Years 9-10 travelled to the Sydney CBD and
attended the Polish Program at the Clayton Utz law firm. Students were greeted by cooperate professionals
and were asked to share their skills, interests and aspirations for the next few years. The morning session
allowed students to experiment with ‘soft skills’, perfecting their handshakes and learning about the keys to
an effective first impression. After a generous morning tea, students engaged in various group activities,
working through scenarios and interview techniques.
Just before Lunch, students were introduced to 13 mentors, who were all corporate professionals employed
at Clayton Utz and National Broadband Network. The mentors varies in their roles, ranging from barristers,
solicitors, to ICT specialists and in varying sectors of the companies. Students led a Q & A with the mentors,
posing questions about their experiences, education and responsibilities. For Lunch, students enjoyed a buffet
and rotated between groups, where they lead social and professional conversations with various mentors on
different tables. To conclude the day, students engaged in mock job interviews with their mentors and were
presented with their awards. All students left the program with valuable experiences and have gained life-long
skills that they will use in their professional careers. Students thanked their mentors, the Beacon facilitators
and even aimed to network and establish potential connections and opportunities to get a headstart on their
career goals.
Ms Khouri
We are proud of you Mitchell Driver! A 19-year-old pitcher from Matraville has secured a US college scholarship he hopes will put him on the path
to play Major League Baseball. Mitch Driver will move to the USA in August to begin playing and studying at
McCook Community College in the state of Nebraska.
Mitch can expect to be playing or training almost every day of the season as part of the National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA) competition. “It’s a once in a lifetime experience,” Driver said of the two-year
scholarship. “The baseball is a lot better there in terms of competitiveness and talent. “I’m keen to play
against better batters, which can show how good you are.”
A 16-year-old Mitch Driver pitched for the CHS NSW school team. He received four offers from colleges while
playing in the US in March as part of an Australian team. A right-arm pitcher, he can throw at 86mph. His rep-
ertoire includes a four seam fastball, sinker, changeup, curveball, and he is working on a slider. The former
South Sydney High School student has been playing for the Cronulla Sharks and University of NSW (winter).
While there has been plenty of praise for his talents, Mitch expects American coaches might be more circum-
spect about a foreign player. “They’ll definitely be hard to impress because obviously I’m not homegrown. I’m
coming to prove myself,” he said. He then hopes to gain a contract with a minor league club, which is the usual
route to the Major League.
Courtesy of the Southern Courier 18th June.