Newsletter Term 3 Week 1

Positive Partnerships for Learning

The positive partnership between families and Rose Bay Secondary College underpins the high expectations and inclusive culture expected by our school community. We look forward to working together to provide the best possible outcomes for all students. In the same way as we treat nurses, doctors, front line workers, retail staff with dignity and respect, teachers and support staff also deserve the same behaviour. The Department of Education expects that all parents follow the guidelines and all communication is presented in a positive and constructive manner. The Department has a legal obligation to ensure our school is a safe place for both staff and students. This includes taking measures to ensure that the communication our staff receive is respectful and does not negatively impact on their wellbeing. We expect that communication at all times is:

•       Polite and respectful. 
•       Focusing on relevant facts and possible solutions. 
•      Providing our staff with the information that is needed to resolve the issue or current concern. 

 Thank you for following these simple guidelines to ensure a positive partnership between families and school.

From the Senior Executive

Dear Students and Parents,

We hope you had a wonderful and restful school holiday, and we extend a warm welcome back to Rose Bay Secondary College.

1. A Term of Respectful Learning

At Rose Bay Secondary College we are dedicated to fostering an environment of respect and responsibility where every student can thrive. We encourage all students to be mindful of their words and actions, treating each other and their teachers with respect. Let's make this term one of collaborative learning, where everyone feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

2. Reminder: No Mobile Phone Policy

As a gentle reminder, we uphold a no mobile phone policy during learning time. We have witnessed how this policy helps create a focused and conducive learning environment. Starting from Term 4, we will extend this policy into break times, aligning with the guidelines set by the Department of Education and Training (DET). We appreciate your cooperation and support in ensuring that students leave their mobile phones at home or safely stored in their lockers during learning time.

3. Good Luck to Competitors at the Zone Athletics Carnival (21/7)

We want to extend our best wishes to all the athletes representing our school at the Zone Athletics Carnival on the 21st of July. Go out there, give it your all, and remember that you are already winners in our eyes.

As we start this term with enthusiasm and determination, let's work together to create a supportive and inspiring learning community. We encourage open communication between students, parents, and teachers to ensure a successful and enjoyable term for all.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our staff. Let's make this term an exceptional one filled with growth, learning, and success.

4. Subject Fees

A friendly reminder to please pay any outstanding course and subject fees. These fees are used to buy resources and materials necessary for the completion of the subjects that are charging them. If families are able to make the voluntary school contributions this would also be appreciated. These contributions allow RBSC to provide and maintain the wonderful facilities that we have.

5. Subject selection

Thank you to all students who have completed their elective choices for Year 11 2024.

This is a reminder to those students who have yet to submit their elective choices. If you are unsure, please speak to your teacher, Year Advisor or make an appointment with Ms Lockton for advice. The Subject Selection details have been sent to you via your school email account.

Subject Selection closes Friday Week 2.

Mobile phone ban in high schools (term 4)

The Student Digital Devices and Online Services Policy is being extended to include a ban on mobile phones in our high schools from Term 4 this year, actioning a key commitment from the incoming government.

Some important aspects of the ban:

• It will apply during lunch and recess, as well as in class.
• Students will still be able to carry their phones while travelling to and from school.
• School staff can allow students to use their mobile phones in specific circumstances, such as for an educational purpose, their wellbeing or to support students with specific needs.
• Individual requests to exempt a student from the ban from parents, carers, or students, should be assessed, with alternative communication options considered.
• RBSC will be updating our own policy this term and will communicate how it will work soon

IEF News

The IEF has had an incredible experience with the fantastic music classes led by Jack on behalf of Josh Oshlack's The Rhythm Village. Josh is dedicated to the goal of The Rhythm Village, which is to provide focused, engaging, and enjoyable music sessions for everyone in our community. Whether it's for special needs schools, community organizations, or large corporates, the positive benefits of music are truly remarkable.

For the final term 3 class, we decided to relocate the drums and percussion instruments to the Yarning Circle, creating a perfect environment to play the drums and percussion instruments and immerse ourselves in the rhythm.

We initially believed that we had been fortunate enough to receive one term of music through the Westfield Local Hero award. However, to our surprise and immense gratitude, Josh has generously offered the IEF music classes for Term 3 as well. We are truly grateful for his kindness and the opportunity to continue working with Jack and The Rhythm Village.

Support for students with disability and their families

You and your child can access a free support service to help you navigate the education and broader service system and access support for your child. Find out more here

Uniform Policy

Core rules:

Maintain a neat appearance, including adhering to the requirements of the school's uniform or dress code policy. Rose Bay Secondary College is a "uniform" school and all students are expected to wear the correct school uniform. The Department of Education supports the waering of school uniforms by students and the upholding of high standards of dress by students and staff. A school uniform identifies students as belonging to Rose Bay secondary College. We expect students to wear the uniform with pride during school hours, while travelling to and from school, and when engaged in school activities out of school hours.

Students may wear any item from the Rose Bay Secondary College current uniform selections on any school day. Students will need to be in sports uniform for practical PE lessons and sports days.

Students may choose to mix and match from all items listed in the uniform shop and are expected to be in full Rose Bay Secondary College clothing everyday. 

Uniform shop Opening Hours

Tuesdays and Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm     Contact : 9301 0349 rbsc@midford.com.au

You are welcome to puchase from the online shop at your convenience, orders are filled the next time the store opens. Download online instructions and use the code RBSC2003 to start an account.

Grease The Musical Rehearsals

On Thursday and Friday of term two week 10, the cast and crew of Grease the musical attended an intensive rehearsal workshop at school to complete Act 1.  It was a very worthwhile experience for the students and teachers involved with a lot of the blocking and choreography learnt and rehearsed. The students are currently in rehearsal for Act 2 in the lead up to our Week 8, Term 4 performance.

WANTED: If there are any parents and friends in our RBSC community who could assist us with moving sets and props for Grease the musical with a truck or van, please feel free to email Ms. Alonzo: Maria.Alonzo2@det.nsw.edu.au. 

Matilda's vs Ireland tension at RBSC!

Well done Matilda's!!! 🦘

2023 Maths Olympiad Achievements

We are delighted to share some fantastic news with all of you.

The 2023 Mathematics Olympiad, with participation from thousands of students worldwide, has concluded, and RBSC students have truly shone amidst the intense competition. 

Here is the list of students from RBSC who achieved outstanding results:

Nicholas Percentile: 83.21%ile Qualification: Elitist

Zachary Percentile: 83.21%ile Qualification: Elitist

Paris Percentile: 84.24%ile Qualification: Elitist

Grace Percentile: 89.97%ile Qualification: Elitist

Ariana Percentile: 89.97%ile Qualification: Elitist

Jasper Percentile: 90.44%ile Qualification: Elitist

Ryan Percentile: 96.15%ile Qualification: Champion

Jooyon Percentile: 99.93%ile Qualification: Champion

Year 12 Trials

Year 12 Trials begin Tuesday 8^th August. Please find the Trial Timetable on our school website

Online safety seminar

This seminar may be useful for Year 7 Parents

School Tours Term 3

Rose Bay Secondary College is scheduling school tours for interested prospective parents/carers and child/ren.

Tours will be held on Tuesdays at 10am – beginning Tuesday 1 August until Tuesday 29 August 2023.

The tours will run for approx. 1 hour.  Tour numbers are limited, please contact the school on

9301 0300 to book

YEAR 12 HSC - Important Dates

NESA has released the due dates for all major works, both practical and performance.
For all students completing major works, please take note of the date on the attached document. You must start setting weekly goals of completion to ensure you create a quality product.
Hard copies of this timetable are available outside Ms Buckley's door.

Cyberbullying App

Yoochooz is a mobile app for parents and kids to prevent cyberbullying and teach online safety.

RBSC P&C Return and Earn

You can help us AND help the planet at the same time simply by recycling drink containers!

You can now donate your 10c refund(s) to ROSE BAY SECONDARY COLLEGE P&C from any Return and Earn machines located near you using the Return and Earn app.

Return & Earn will help RBSC P&C provide funding for facilities, events, equipment, activities and technology to enhance learning and other opportunities for students and the College community.

And it's easy as 1,2,3:

1- Download the Return and Earn app (available from your App store or Google Play store)

2- Look us up under the “Charities” menu and press "Set as payout"

3- Scan the app, return containers and press "TRANSFER" on the RVM screen when finished! 100% of the refunds will be transferred to our organisation.

Thanks for your support!

Rose Bay Secondary College Parents and Citizens Association (P&C)

Whether you want to just be informed or you want to be actively involved, we welcome you!
Contact the P&C:  rbscpandc@gmail.com

RBSC P&C School Building Fund End of Financial Year Appeal

EOFY Donation – 30 June 2023

What does the Building Fund do?

The Building Fund aims to help improve RBSC facilities by funding permanent fixtures, fittings and building works that go above and beyond the priority items funded by the Department of Education.

For example, the Building Fund recently contributed to a significant school infrastructure project. A permanent shade fixture was recently installed over the basketball courts on the top oval which provides an additional all-weather outdoor sports facility, as well as additional shade for students.

How to donate?

Please visit the RBSC P&C website to donate to the Building Fund. Donations are tax deductible.

With your tax deductible donation, the RBSC P&C Building fund will be in a strong position to assist with future building/infrastructure projects that will benefit students and the community.

The Rose Bay Secondary College Parents & Citizens’ Association School Building Fund has been endorsed as a tax-deductible gift recipient by the Australian Taxation Office. Donations to the fund may be deductible. For further information please read Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) information before making a gift.

Library News

Closing the chapter on the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge for 2023

A shout-out from The Bob Bellear Memorial Library to all RBSC students partaking in this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) … it’s time to ramp up your reading over the next few weeks as the deadline fast approaches!

Friday 18 August is the cut-off date for students to enter their reading records. Don’t forget the rules were updated this year so students can now include 10 of their ‘own choice’ books on their reading records (previously only 5).

The school library has a wide range of PRC books suitable for various ages. Library staff are always happy to help students find books to borrow that will interest them - both from the library and via Oliver’s e-platform. Don’t be shy! Come and chat to us at the Help Desk. Further information about the 2023 PRC can be found at: https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/home.html

In other exciting Library news, an assortment of *N E W* books will be featured in an upcoming Library display. So, come in and enjoy that new book smell!