Newsletter Term 1 Week 3
Executive Report
College Welcome and Farewells
We welcome Mr Timothy Huang to the College as our new Learning and Support Teacher.
Ms Chloe Woodward has joined us from the Arts Unit as our Dance and Drama teacher.
At the end of 2024 we said goodbye to:
Mr Boaz Magal in Science who was offered a position at Sydney Girls High School. Mr Magal was involved in creating the Chess club and supporting many students at Chess tournaments as well as supporting staff as their Federation representative and social club convenor.
Ms Kelly Vine our Ht CAPA took up a position closer to home at Cheltenham Girls High School. Her work running so many groups and events will be missed.
Ms Sally Gorman, Head teacher, Maths was working with Eddie Woo’s Maths Growth team and has taken up a Head teacher role also at Sydney Girls High School. Ms Gorman was an active initiator of the Girls STEM project and a number of enrichment programs.
Valentines’ Day
Friday marked 2025’s first key event for our Captains and SRC – Valentine’s Day. Noted for its roses, serenades and largely anonymous notes of admiration, the Captains facilitated a fun morning visiting classrooms to surprise The Admired. During break times, the playground was a sea of pinks, whites and reds with our students dressed in mufti, enjoying live music performed by our students and bake sale offerings. The SRC raised approximately $1300 and they will soon share with the school community where these funds will be directed to benefit the students. Thank you to all the Captains, SRC and SRC coordinators, Mr Cameron Brown and Ms Maddison Jones for their work in creating such a successful day.
Staff CPR and Anaphylaxis Training
Last Tuesday, all staff at Rose Bay Secondary College completed mandatory CPR training, ensuring they are well-equipped to respond in an emergency. This training also covered the management of anaphylaxis, including the correct use of EpiPens, reinforcing our commitment to student safety. By staying up to date with these life-saving skills, our staff are prepared to provide immediate assistance when needed, creating a safer environment for all students.
Student Behaviour Support and Management Plan
At Rose Bay Secondary College we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. Our Student Behaviour Support and Management
Plan (SBSMP) outlines the expectations, strategies, and supports in place to promote respectful, responsible, and engaged behaviour. It aligns with the NSW Department of Education’s framework and includes our school’s behaviour expectations, intervention strategies, and processes for addressing concerns in a fair and consistent manner. The plan also highlights the proactive support systems we have in place to help students develop self-regulation and positive social skills.
You can view our Student Behaviour Support and Management Plan on our school website under ‘Rules and Policies’, or by clicking here
Upcoming Events
· School photos – Tuesday and Wednesday, February 25th and 26th
· Year 7 Welcome Afternoon parent event – Tuesday, February 25th, 3:45pm-5:00pm. To register your attendance, please use this link.
· Open Night – Tuesday, February 25th 5:30om-7:30pm. For prospective students and their families.
· Year 11 Parent Webinar – Thursday, February 27th at 5pm. An email will be sent today to all Year 11 students and their parents.
· College Swimming Carnival - Friday, February 28th at Des Renford Leisure Centre
· Year 12 Parent-Teacher Conferences – Tuesday, 4th March, from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm in the Gym – bookings are now open via the Sentral Parent Portal: https://rosebay-h.sentral.com.au/auth/portal?user_type=parent.
Who to contact at Rose Bay Secondary College
Rose Bay Secondary College values parent communication and recognises the importance of having an effective system in place to assist this process. The following document has been produced with the aim of assisting parents to be able to identify who to talk to at Rose Bay Secondary College when they feel that they need assistance with a matter. In each instance if a parent does not have the teacher’s direct email they can address the enquiry to the email below stating their child’s name and class in the subject heading. rosebay-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Please note that there is a considerable amount of time and effort ensuring that every child is placed into the class where they can achieve their personal best. We do not move students from one class to another unless there are extreme extenuating circumstances.
Mobile Phones
A reminder to all parents that all mobile phones are banned in NSW Secondary schools. Rose Bay Secondary College has a gate to gate policy which means that phones and air pods are switched off and in bags before entering the College gates and do not come out of bags until students exit the College gates OR enter the gymnasium to assemble for buses at the end of each day. Lunch orders can be pre-ordered or a debit/credit card/cash used to purchase food at the canteen. Any student with their phone out or hot spotting from their phone, will have the device confiscated and collected by parents at their leisure. Repeated breach of these expectations could lead to disciplinary action.
Please find the link to the RBSC Communication document and FAQ on our website here
Year 11 English Studies
Are you excited about shaping the future and helping students kick-start their careers? Do you enjoy conducting interviews and giving feedback that truly makes a difference? Then we’d love to have you join our Year 11 English Studies class!For our Term 1 Assessment, our students will be participating in a mock job interview session designed to mirror real-world conditions. We’re seeking a passionate local community member to come in and facilitate these interviews, offering valuable insights and guidance. This engaging session will run for approximately two hours—from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on March 28th—and will involve some paperwork for Working with Children compliance.If you're ready to inspire young minds and share your expertise, please get in touch with victoria.dapcevic1@det.nsw.edu.au or Lachlan.McEvoy4@det.nsw.edu.au for further details. We can’t wait to work with you! 🙂
SCHOOL PHOTOS
School photos will take place on the following dates:
Whole school photos– Tuesday 25th February
Staff and Year 12 and group photos - Wednesday 26th February
Catch up photos on Wednesday 12th March.
Students are required to be in the RBSC school uniform.
Photos can be ordered online, please see the flyer below.
E-Bikes & Student Safety – What Parents Need to Know
What Are E-Bikes?
Electric bicycles, or e-bikes, are standard bicycles equipped with an electric motor to assist with pedalling. In New South Wales (NSW), e-bikes must be primarily pedal-powered; the motor provides assistance, particularly useful when climbing hills or facing strong winds. The motor's assistance cuts off at speeds above 25 km/h. Some modified bikes exceed this, making them illegal and unsafe.
Safety Considerations
Ensuring your child's safety while using an e-bike involves several key practices:
· Helmet Use: Wearing a helmet that meets Australian safety standards is mandatory for all e-bike riders in NSW.
· Regular Maintenance: Routine checks of brakes, tires, and the electrical system are crucial to maintain the bike's safety and performance.
· Battery Safety: Only use chargers provided by the manufacturer and avoid charging the battery overnight or unattended to prevent potential fire hazards. Recent incidents have highlighted the dangers of substandard lithium-ion batteries, which have led to fires and injuries.
Regulations and School Policies
While there are no specific age restrictions for riding personal e-bikes in NSW, it's important to note:
· School Grounds: Riding e-bikes on school premises is prohibited to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
· Road Rules: E-bike riders must adhere to the same road rules as traditional cyclists, including obeying traffic signals and not riding on footpaths unless permitted.
· Concerns About Tandem Riding: It's been observed that some students engage in tandem riding—carrying passengers on e-bikes designed for single riders. This practice is dangerous and illegal, as it increases the risk of accidents and injuries. Please discuss with your children the importance of riding solo.
How Parents Can Help
· Discuss safe riding habits with your child.
· Ensure their e-bike complies with NSW laws.
· Monitor their use to reinforce responsible riding.
By working together, we can help students ride safely and responsibly. For further information, please refer to the following information:
CAPA News
Welcome from CAPA!
Happy 2025 Rose Bay community! Welcome to new year of exciting Creative & performing Arts classes, events and opportunities.At the end of 2024, we farewelled out much loved and highly experienced Head teacher, Ms Kelly Vine who has been fortunate to secure a position in Cheltenham girls. We will miss her talent which graced our Rose Bay community and her outstanding expertise in leading a dynamic CAPA faculty. We wish her well on her new adventure!
We welcome two new CAPA staff in 2025, Ms Chloe Woodward who will be teaching dance & drama as well as running dance ensembles, and Ms Reid who will be teaching Visual Arts and TAS. They are excited to be teaching in CAPA and can be found in B block staffroom.
New York CAPA Trip
Thank you to the students who expressed interest in a New York Creative & Performing Art Trip.An information session will be coming soon for a potential trip in 2026. Please stay tuned for further information.
WE WILL ROCK YOU! THE MUSICAL
This year Rose Bay is proud to present the musical "We Will Rock You", written by Ben Elton and featuring the songs of Queen in a dynamic, show stopping production.New students as well as those who have not had a chance to join last year are encouraged to attend a meeting in the hall, Tues 18th Feb Break 1 with callback and rehearsals due to begin Wed 5th March
Below is an information pack about the show:
Any further queries, please see Ms. Alonzo (Relieving Head teacher CAPA) in B block staffroom.
Join the Dance Ensembles in 2025!
The Rose Bay SC Dance Ensembles offer dance training and performance opportunities to students from years 7-12. We cater to students of all experience levels from beginner to advanced. Our ensembles will perform at a range of events throughout the year, and students have lots of opportunities to participate in enrichment activities. Commitment to the ensembles involves weekly rehearsals before school, and attendance at all performance events.
How do I get involved?
Open auditions will be held in week 4. SIgn up at this link https://forms.gle/r53yrVaNYjqQp6Fy8
Years 9-12 - Tuesday 18th February, 7:45am arrival for a 7:50am start
Years 7-8 - Wednesday 19th February, 7:45am arrival for a 7:50am start
The auditions will be held in the studio, room B532 (across the corridor from the hall).
The audition will consist of a dance class in which students will learn a short routine.
Please wear form-fitting dance clothing (eg t-shirt, leotard, singlet, shorts, leggings), or your school sports uniform, and arrive on time ready to begin.
If you are unable to attend your year groups’ audition time, please contact Ms Woodward to make alternate arrangements.
Complete the form now to register your interest. If you have any questions, please see Ms Woodward in the B Block staffroom or email chloe.woodward4@det.nsw.edu.au
Fast Track
Homework Centre
Homework Centre is Back 2025
We’re pleased to announce that the Homework Centre is running again every Monday and Wednesday in the library from 3:00pm to 4:40 PM. This is a great opportunity for students to receive extra support with homework and assessments, with tutors available to provide guidance across various subjects.
We encourage all students to take advantage of this valuable resource to stay on top of their studies in a supportive environment.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Library News
Welcome to the NSW premier's Reading Challenge for another year!
In Week 5 our library reading periods begin. All Year 7 classes will come to the library once every cycle with their English teachers to learn how to use the resources here for their research and also to embark on a program tracking their reading progress. Good reading habits strengthen all areas of literacy and creative composition.
PROGRAMS / WORKSHOPS
Why Choose Public Education?
For 175 years, NSW public schools have been at the heart of education, preparing today’s children to succeed and build better communities for tomorrow
NSW public schools offer high-quality, well-rounded education that provides a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.
So for the best education money can't buy, choose Rose Bay Secondary College.
