BATHURST HIGH CAMPUS NEWSLETTER€¦ · “Julius Caesar” workshop On Friday 26th October, the Preliminary Advanced students took advantage of a travelling workshop by Bell Shakespeare

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OCTOBER 2012

FOCUS ON……Support

The Support Unit has continued to be a hive of productivity. Mr Blaikie, Dale Norris and their students have

been busy preparing for the construction of the Support Outdoor Learning Area. The students have been busy

digging, levelling and boxing up in preparation for the laying of concrete slabs. New outdoor seating and tables

will be installed once the concrete has set. This will be an invaluable resource to further enhance the quality

learning environment offered to the students in the Support Unit. We would like to thank the McKean family for

their generous donation which has enabled this resource to be constructed.

The Support Unit travelled to Wellington to

compete in the annual Western Region League –Tag

competition. The students had a fabulous time playing

League-Tag and supporting their teammates from the

sidelines with an endless supply of cheers. The students

all showed dazzling ball handling skills, lightning

speed runs and most importantly, quality sportsman-

ship. Mitchell Nash and Breanka Smith were recog-

nised by the refereeing staff for their determined, fair

and supportive manner on the field. They were each

awarded the Best and Fairest medal and certificate.

The Bathurst High team made it to the finals but nar-

rowly missed out on winning, defeated by Wellington.


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FOCUS ON……Support (cont.)

Miss Laird begins Transition in the next couple of weeks for students transitioning from their Primary

Schools to the Support Unit. Students will attend Bathurst High one day per week to assist in developing an

understanding of the high school environment while fostering positive relationships with staff and students

prior to 2013. We look forward to supporting students and their families as they move into the next phase of

their education.



FOCUS ON……English

This term we have welcomed back, from maternity leave, Ms Jude Murphy and Ms Stephanie Scott, both of

whom have been busy in the past year with their new additions, a girl and a boy, future students, for Bath-

urst High. However, we have also had to bid farewell to a much respected and loved member of our faculty.

Mrs Bailey, who has provided learning support for so many Bathurst High students in her 15 years here, re-

tired at the end of term 3.

Recently, Preliminary English students attended Faraway Films at Metro 5 cinemas to enhance their under-

standing of the tools of film production for the HSC and some of them were also entertained by a great local

performance of “The Club”, by David Williamson, a text they had studied in term 2.

Year 11 performing iambic pentameter

Left: Year 11 at Bell Shakespeare’s

“Julius Caesar” workshop

On Friday 26th October, the Preliminary

Advanced students took advantage of a

travelling workshop by Bell Shakespeare

on one of their HSC texts for 2013, “Julius

Caesar” and learned about iambic pentam-

eter by limping across the stage. Great

representation!

Right: Year 11 performing iambic

pentameter.



FOCUS ON……English (cont.)

A great day was had at the State Library of NSW

when Ruby Conlon-Barrett travelled to Sydney

with her mother and Mrs Chapman for the Sydney

Morning Herald Young Writer’s competition

award ceremony. Along with the other regional

winners, Ruby’s story was published in a short

story collection as well as online, and she received

a prize pack that included books, certificates, an

original illustration of her story and membership

to the Writer’s Festival. It was a wonderful day, a

great experience for Ruby and her mother and a

proud moment for Bathurst High.

Mrs Wade travelled with a group of BHC

teachers to the Solomon Islands in Octo-

ber this year, teaching at our sister school,

Goldie College. Mrs Wade worked pre-

dominantly with senior students, teaching

demanding texts from their syllabus such

as the short stories of Edgar Allan Poe

and Guy de Maupassant. A highlight was

when the students performed a dramatic

representation of To Sir With Love. Some

of the junior students enjoyed hearing

about Rapunzel and the holes between

classrooms meant that two groups could

be taught at once! There is no better way

to travel to school than by boat – even

when the frequent rain left teachers

feeling thoroughly water-logged. Mrs Wade and her Goldie College class

In term 4 this year, the Year 10 English classes have been working on Project Based Learning Activities.

Students have been able to choose an elective, with the aim of creating a real life product. Two classes are

working on creating short films for the 2013 Tropfest competition; one class is organising and creating the

advertising campaign for the school’s Aquaculture centre; another is working in groups to write and produce a

graphic novel; the fifth class is learning how to create their own musical piece using computer software and

then market their music, while the sixth class is producing a range of magazines for different purposes and

audiences. It is hoped that the final products will be available on the school website in 2013.

Finally, we would like to wish our HSC students the best of luck with their exams. May your hard work lead

to great results!

S. Chapman



News from the Principal’s Office

Jenny Stirling

Relieving Principal

I am at present relieving as Principal while Geoff Hastings relieves as the College Principal. Reading this

newsletter it continues to amaze me how busy the school is. There never seems to be a “quiet” time.

The new syllabi for the Australian Curriculum in English, Maths, Science and History are now finalised for

implementation in years 7 and 9 in 2014. Next year will be a time of planning ready for implementation the

following year. The Board of Studies website has a section for parents and is available at http://

syllabus.bos.nsw.edu.au/support-materials/parents-guide/

The Millenium Parent Portal now has a calendar of events. This allows parents to see many of the announce-

ments received by students in the Daily Notices each day. Parents also have the opportunity to view student

attendance period by period, their timetable, their positive recognitions and any behaviour issues that may oc-

cur. The student’s marks for assessments and reports are also available. Please contact the office and give them

your email address to receive your log in.

On Friday professor Jane Mills from the University of NSW is coming to Bathurst High. She has been work-

ing with our Year 10 Japanese and Photography students on a film project. Students are producing videos of

daily life in Bathurst using their smart phones. These videos will be given to the students of Ohkuma and will

be part of a film festival in Japan. Ohkuma students will producing videos of Japanese life for our students.

We have a strong link with our Ohkuma and this is yet another opportunity to share our experiences with

them.

The planning for our school gym and hall continues. We have recently received updated plans for both areas.

Geoff Hastings, Andrew Smith and Catherine Reid recently visited Wollongong School of Performing Arts to

look at their performance spaces. Some of our areas are similar and it is good to see how other schools are uti-

lising these areas.

Congratulations to Lill Nunan in year 10 who is the proud recipient of a Housing

NSW Youth Scholarship for 2013. Lill is a dedicated student who always strives

to do her very best and she should be congratulated on her achievements. Her

scholarship will be sued to support her study throughout years 11 and 12. Lill

will think carefully about how she can best utilise this scholarship.

http://syllabus.bos.nsw.edu.au/support-materials/parents-guide/

http://syllabus.bos.nsw.edu.au/support-materials/parents-guide/



News From The Senior School

The Senior School began the term with two major events: Transition Tuesday and the Biotechnology Expo.

Students in Yr 11 were interviewed regarding their pattern of study for the HSC course which commenced at

the end of week one. Each student received their HSC Assessment Schedules and Wall Planner. Students filled

these in and have a visual reminder of due dates for their subjects. Please contact myself or Des Crawford

(Careers Adviser) if you would like to discuss your child’s pattern of study.

Students in Year 10 excelled in presenting their biotechnology projects to an audience of appreciative peers,

parents and teachers, at an expo in the school hall. What a brilliant finale to the integrated unit of work com-

bining the study of genetics, marketing, historical research, economics and imagination. Congratulations to

Mrs Bertolin and the team who worked so hard on this major learning initiative.

The Higher School Certificate Examinations continue until Thursday 8th November. We have a wonderful ex-

amination team of external supervisors. All Year 12 students have been informed of signing out procedures

and have information about the Grad on the 16th Nov.

Congratulations to our students who have been recognised for their outstanding performances in Drama, Mu-

sic and Dance. Details are in this newsletter. Our Creative Arts faculty have not rested since the school musi-

cal and are now involved in Schools Spectacular rehearsals and preparing for the end of year performances at

Commendation Assemblies and the MADD Night. These are always great events as we celebrate the achieve-

ments and talents of students.

The Positive Behaviour for Learning Team are preparing the end of term Rewards event and are working hard

with students on the PBL Matrix which outlines expected behaviour in all areas of the school, ensuring safe,

respectful learners.

All the best for the rest of term,

Gaye Dunshea

Gaye Dunshea

Deputy Principal-Senior School

Left and below

left: Transition

Tuesday

Left and Above: Students

enjoying the

Biotechnology Expo



Girls’ Everyday Uniform Yrs 7-10

Polo shirt: White or Navy with BHC emblem.

Shorts: navy (no stripes or logos)

Trackpants: navy (no stripes or logos)

Hoodie: Navy with light blue lining in hood with

BHC emblem.

Socks: White

Shoes: Black School Shoes or white or black Jog-

gers.

Girls’ Everyday Uniform Seniors Yrs 11 -12

Polo Shirt: White with navy panels and collar with

BHC emblem, or Navy with white panels and BHC

emblem.



Hoodie: Navy with gold lining in hood, two gold

stripes on the arm with BHC emblem.

Boys’ Everyday Uniform Years 7 -10

Polo shirt: White or Navy with BHC emblem.



Hoodie: Navy with light blue lining in hood with BHC

emblem.

Socks: White

Shoes: Black School Shoes or white or black Joggers.

Boys’ Everyday Uniform Seniors Years 11 -12

Polo Shirt: White with navy panels and collar with

BHC emblem, or Navy with white panels and BHC

emblem.



Hoodie: Navy with gold lining in hood, two gold

stripes on the arm with BHC emblem.

Girls’ Formal Uniform

Shirt: White, short or long sleeve with BHC em-

blem

School Tie,

Skirt: Navy 4 pleat

Jumper: navy wool with BHC emblem

Blazer: available for loan at the school office

Socks: White

Tights: Navy

Shoes: Black School Shoes

Boys’ Formal Uniform

Shirt: White, short or long sleeve with BHC emblem

School Tie

Trousers: Navy with front pockets.

Jumper: navy wool with BHC emblem

Blazer: available for loan at the school office

Socks: Black

Shoes: Black School Shoes

Uniform Reminder



News From the Middle School

Geoff Tindall

Relieving Deputy Principal-Middle School

Congratulations to our Mind Marathon Tournament team members Jack Knox, Isaiah Radburn and Thomas

Scott Palmer who came second in their regional round of the competition. The competition was held recently

over a full day challenging entrants’ working knowledge of Mathematics, Literacy, History, Science and Gen-

eral Knowledge. The team, accompanied by Mrs Bertolin, now go to the final of the competition in Panania.

We wish them luck.

Cyber Bullying is an important issue which is an emerging problem in a society which is becoming increasing-

ly dominated by social media. At Bathurst High Campus, we are constantly trying to educate students in the

responsible and ethical use of social media. Matt Holden the Police Youth Liaison officer will be running a

year 7 cyber bullying information session with all Year 7 students at school on the 28th of November. This

should be an interesting and worthwhile program.

On Friday Swing Factor went to Orange where along with Orange High School's Big Band they participated in

a workshop run by Mount Gambia's Generations in Jazz Big Band. The GIJ Band is the product of a one year

selective Jazz course run at Mount Gambia which is open to skilled musicians aged 18 to 20. Competition for

entry to this course is very high with the top young jazz musicians from all over Australia audition for only 18

available places. We are very fortunate to have one of our own, Bathurst High's former student Anna Leckie,

in the band this year and next year current student Brendon McLeod will be joining the program.

The workshop was a great success with tutors commenting on the high level of musicianship displayed by our

students. After the workshop they stayed on for the GIJ Big Band concert which was a truly inspiring perfor-

mance as they heard the band play some really challenging but well rehearsed music. This was a great experi-

ence for all involved.

On November 14th, 16 Year 6 Indigenous students from our partner primary schools will be attending a Year 6

into 7 transition day. Students will be involved in a range of activities including a trip the Agriculture farm, tra-

ditional sports activities, making roo burgers for lunch and art activities.

Our Schools Spectacular students, along with Ms Reid, have been busy rehearsing, mastering choreography

and lyrics. They were all extremely excited to attend their first combined rehearsal at the Sydney Entertainment

Centre last Monday, where they were able to see other groups perform and gained insight into how the final

show will be run.

Last week Pat Ford and Joe Hardy travelled to Grafton TAFE to complete their studies in Certificate II in Aq-

uaculture. Completion of their training should benefit all students undertaking Agriculture and provide lots of

exciting learning opportunities in this area, especially with our magnificent new Aquaculture facilities at the

school Ag Farm. The work shop attended by Mr Hardy and Mr Ford involved some theory work and practical

activities. The practical activities involved catching and harvesting 900 live silver perch for the Sydney live

fish market. It also involved work with packaging, including live yabbies. The workshop was well worthwhile

and now gives these teachers confidence in harvesting our own rainbow trout in a safe and

ethical manner at BHC.



Year 12 Presentation Assembly

Year 12 attended their final assembly on Friday 21st September where they received their portfolios. This was

a wonderful celebration attended by a large number of teachers, parents, family, friends and supporters. Our

graduating class of 2012 were officially recognised for their achievements.

Congratulations to the students who received the Academic Achievement Award: Lauren Inwood, Brendon

McLeod, Disapol Savetsila & James Sewell This award is presented to the three highest achieving students in

their HSC assessment (which is calculated mathematically averaging their HSC assessment positions). This

year we had a tie, so 4 were awarded.

A new award was introduced this year, the George Shoemark Trophy, which will be awarded each year in

recognition of Mr George Shoemark’s contribution to sport at Bathurst High over his long career. It will be

awarded for Sportsmanship and this year was awarded to Jayden Tumeth-McLeod for his wonderful sports-

manship at the Regional Cross Country Championship.

Year 7 students from 7D, 7Y and 7N were also a part of the audience and must be commended for their ex-

cellent manners and behaviour during the assembly.

Janine Browning

(Presentation Coordinator)



Swing Factor performance at the Caloundra Festival

During the

holidays

Denison Colleges’

Big Band, Swing

Factor, headed

north to

Caloundra in

Queensland for

the annual

Caloundra

Music Festival.

The band spent

four days work-

shopping with

other big band

players and they

performed twice

to large and

appreciative

audiences at the

festival. On the last day of the festival they were invited to perform on the main stage as support acts for

Nicky Bomba and the Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Boom Crash Opera, and The Cat Empire. Their performance

was an absolute knockout with the crowd who were stunned by the standard of musicianship, and left them

begging for more. As a result Swing Factor has been invited back next year.

While at the festival they were also able to watch some great performances by John Butler, The Living End,

The Beards and Noiseworks. The

highlight for band members

however was watching, and then

meeting internationally

acclaimed jazz/rock bands,

Trombone Shorty’s Orleans Ave-

nue, and Stanton Moore’s

Galactic.

This was certainly a gig they will

remember forever!

Top- Swing Factor

Left-Galactic and Swing

Factor



CSU -Theatre Media Course

Schools Spectacular 2012

Sophie Shephard recently participated in a modelling campaign at CSU for the Communications Theatre

Media course. Sophie along with others worked with professionalism and diligence throughout the whole

process.

Sophie along with students from other schools were required to be present at numerous trials and technical

rehearsals for a parade where they were to showcase the Makeup of the Major work 'Faces of Sprung'. They

also had to model in front of a large crowd of people including lecturers, students and family which they did

with poise and open mindedness.

Schools Spectacular Update: Only one month to go until 2012 Schools Spectacular.

Students are busy mastering choreography and lyrics.

Congratulations to all the students involved in our fund-

raiser on Fri 26th Oct. We raised nearly $600 from both

out of uniform funds and a cake stall. A special thank

you to all the dancers who performed the flash mob on

the quad. A very successful day for all involved.

Next on the Schools Spectacular Calendar is the first

combined rehearsal at the Sydney Entertainment Centre

on Mon 29th October. Students will get to see other

groups perform and get an insight into how the show

will run. I think it's going to be a very exciting and long

day ahead.

Catherine Reid



PDHPE

Open Boys’ Hockey Finalists.

A fantastic effort not only reaching the finals series but making the final match of the series and competing

against Oxley High School from Tamworth for the gold medal and title of State Champions. The team beat

Moss Vale HS 3-1 with Luke Thorncraft scoring 2 goals and

token soccer player come hockey expert Andrew Collins with

1. They then beat Taree HS 5-4 in a very close tussle to make

the final. Riley Hanrahan with a hat trick of 3 goals, Mitchell

Wheeler and Daniel Plicha with a goal apiece meant that a

shot at the title of the states’ best hockey team was in their

reach. Oxley High’s team consisted of a player considered to

currently be the best in his position in Australia and tipped to

be in the Kookaburras within the next 4 year. He caused most

of the damage scoring three early goals. Another player had a

father who was a previous member of the Kookaburras! The

final score of 5-2 was very respectable with goals to Luke

Thorncraft providing a very close game despite the final score. Keeping 3 of their reserves without game time

showed the lengths to which their team was prepared to go to win the final. In closing, the owners of several

businesses around Newcastle commented on the behaviour of the boys while traveling in the team bus and

stopping at places to eat, Darby’s Pies and Pastry in particular saying that they “were the friendliest and most

polite group that she has served” making a very proud coach and teacher Josh Lawler.

Cycling

Harrison Carter has been extremely successful this year in his chosen sport of

cycling, making the Under 18’s state team recently and showing excellent form

in both track and road racing. He is hopefully about to gain selection in the

NSW Institute of Sport team to compete next January in the Youth Olympics in

Sydney

Tayla Buckley recently competed in the State Age championships in Track Cycling. She was

extremely successful, winning each of her 3 races and the final, becoming age champion in

the 17 years division, a division nearly 2 years older than what she is. Fantastic effort Tayla!

Lawn Bowls

Cindy McGrath has been selected in the Country team for lawn Bowls series coming soon,

playing a city team in the upcoming city versus country tournament and a junior state

representative in the past.



A Piece of π

Maths KLA News

End of Course Assessments coming up this term.

Week 5 for Yrs 7 and 8

Week 6 for Yr 9

These tests will cover topics completed since the Mid Course exam.

Week 7 for Yr 10

All Yr 10 classes will be doing 1 common test.

Maths Competition Results

Brenna Nichols Yr7 a brilliant Distinction

Credits: Jacob Zammit, Esmond Gray, Sourin Sadrzadeh, Emma Warburton, Mackinlay Tikoft, Sarvin

Sadrzadeh, Huiying Li

Proficient: Kate Hamer, Henry Veilande, Paul Lautaru, Cynthia Lautaru, Brianna Woodhead, Matthew Taylor,

Brenna Willis, Georgia Browett, Catherine Walther, Tianqi Shen, Emily –Jane Woodhead

Well done to everyone who went in this difficult competition.

Choc Challenge

Three drinks and 5 icecreams cost a total of $4.35. If a drink costs $0.25 more than an ice cream, find the cost of

an ice cream.

Choc Challege Answer

A man is looking at a photograph and he says, “Brothers and sisters I have none, but this man’s father is my

father’s son.” Who is in the photograph?

His son



Coming Events

14th November Yr 7 Aboriginal Transition Day

16th November Yr 12 Graduation at Panthers

20th November School Leaders Induction Assembly

21st November Yr 7 2013 Welcome to Bathurst High Evening 7pm

5th December Yr 6 into Yr 7 2013 Orientation Day

5th December Presentation Night 7.30pm Hall

12th December Commendation Assembly Yr 10 9.30am

13th December Commendation Assemblies 9.30am- Yr 7 and 11.

11.30am- Yrs 8 and 9.

13th December End of Junior School Celebration Dinner RSL for year 10 stu-

dents

Community Notices

P&C Meeting

Due to the school holidays our next meeting will be on November 7th at 7.30 pm.

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