Newsletter Term 3 Week 7

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

Rose Bay Secondary College gives our warmest congratulations to our Year 12 students who have recently completed their trials with flying colours. The Year 12 cohort has demonstrated dedication, hard work, and resilience. These trials not only serve as a reflection of their academic journey, but also highlight the collaborative efforts of our teachers, staff, and parents who have supported them every step of the way. We now head into the cycle of feedback, drafting and refining for the next few weeks as the class of 2023 prepares for their HSC examinations.

In line with our commitment to fostering an environment conducive to learning and personal growth, starting from the next term, we will be implementing a mobile phone ban during school hours. This mobile phone ban will enhance focused learning, reducing distractions, and encouraging meaningful face-to-face interactions among students. We believe that by creating a gate-to-gate mobile phone ban, in all areas of the school grounds, students will be better equipped to immerse themselves in their studies and engage more deeply with their peers and teachers.

Simultaneously, we encourage all students, not just our Year 12 cohort, to adopt healthy study habits that contribute to their overall well-being and academic success. Building a strong foundation of effective study practices not only enhances academic performance but also cultivates essential life skills. We recommend dedicating time to regular breaks, maintaining a balanced diet and staying physically active. These habits contribute to improved concentration, reduced stress, and increased productivity. By embracing these principles, students can approach their studies with a refreshed perspective, leading to greater achievements both inside and outside the classroom.

Year 11 Exams
Our Year 11 exams commence this week. The draft timetable is below. All students must be present
at the start of their exams. Delays in transport are not deemed reasonable grounds for misadventure
so the College advice is plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of exams.
This is an exam block ,so students only need to attend their exams, the rest of the time is to be spent
studying and reviewing their work.

Captains Report

It’s been a busy few weeks for the student body here at RBSC, with various academic and other events occurring around the school.

On Friday the 25th August, RBSC celebrated Wear it Purple day, a day about celebrating and fostering inclusion for LGBTQIA+ young people. Over the course of the day, a bake sale and sausage sizzle were held, bands performed and the IEF opened a special edition of their “Op 4 Inclusion” op shop. The day was a huge success, raising over $850, which will all be donated to Wear it Purple to help them continue their work in supporting LGBTQIA+ youth nationwide. Thank you to all who helped plan and run the day. 

Week 7 also saw the return of an annual highlight on the RBSC arts calendar, with Battle of the Bands. This saw our talented musicians clash in the hopes of displaying their musical ability and winning the title of best band. Nine bands competed across 2 days, with Wednesday August 30th seeing the junior competition, and Friday September 1st the seniors. Thank you to all those who helped run and organise the event, and to those who came down to the plaza and showed their support. The winners will be announced Monday September 4th. 

A final good luck to year 11, who will next week begin their 2 week long preliminary exams. Good luck as well to everyone in year 7-10 with your upcoming assessment tasks- make sure to study hard and look out for each other and yourselves.  

If you’re not already following the student Instagram page make sure you do (@rbscstudentvoice2023), for up to date reminders about future upcoming events!

Sports News

NSW Swimming Championships
Congratulations and good luck to Niamh, competing at the NSW State Swimming Titles at
Homebush.
RBSC External Basketball
Well done to all the Basketball Teams competing over the last term. Well done specifically to the 16A Boys
Team (Christian, Connor, Toby, Charlie, Ryan, Leo, Oliver, Aiden and Ace), playing in the Eats Basketball
League, winning their Term 2 Division B competition and to the 17A girls Team (photo below – Jade, Isa,
Milana, Lana, Jesse and Sienna), winning the Alexandria League, beating Reddam in their Grand Final. Goodluck to all the other Basketball Teams as they progress to the last couple of round games before heading into their semi and grand finals. 

Well done to the 15 Girls Knockout team – progressing to the 3rd round of this year’s competition. After
wins against Lucas Heights HS and Woolooware HS, we played a strong Menai HS. They were too strong and won the game 45-19. Well done to Sienna, Jesse, Leila, Abi, Althea, Greta, Auriane, Sophie and Scout.

RBSC External Netball
Well done to all the Netball Teams who competed in the Randwick Netball Association Competition at
Heffron. Good luck to the 13 Blue and 15 Blue teams, playing in their Grand Finals on Saturday. They play
at: 13 Blue 11am court 13, 15 Blue 12pm court 11.

Yr 8 Gala Day
Year 8 Gala Day teams have been submitted to the Zone Sport Convenors, the draws for each competition
are being created and will be ready for the week 9 Wednesday 13th September date. This was an opt-in
competition, not all yr 8 students are attending. Just reminding all parents and students that buses will
depart RBSC campus at 8.15 for roll call and then buses will transport the student to Heffron Park. Students are to wear their red sports uniform for the day. Soccer players MUST have shin pads but are NOT allowed to wear boots. The online consent form will be sent out on Monday 4th September.

If your child is not attending the Gala Day, it is a normal school day for them.

Girls Touch Football – Term 4 2023 Term 1 2024 Registration
Registration is now open for the coming season. It is open to any female student in years 7-11. There is no
boy’s competition for the coming season. Please click on the link and complete the necessary information
on the MS Form. This form will close on Sunday 17th September at 10pm.
MS Form link - https://forms.office.com/r/fkRFdxchuM

On Tuesday 29/08/23 the 15s Boys basketball team travelled to Kevin Betts Stadium in Mount Druitt to play a tournament against Glenmore Park, St. Augustine's and Endeavour High Schools. The boys had one win on the day against some very challenging competition.

Social Netball for Year 7 Girls

Mrs Flack will be running social netball in the gym for Year 7 girls.  Come along and have some lunch with us and/or play some social netball. It is not competitive we won't be keeping score. There will also be some year 10 and 11 girls who will come along for a chat so you can get to know them, some of them will be learning how to umpire as well. I will send a reminder. 

 When and where: Every Tuesday in the gym. 

School Opal Card Applications

We would  like to take this opportunity once again to remind you that all school students are required to tap on and off with their Opal Cards as a condition of travel.

Applications for a School Opal card for 2024 open at the start of Term 4.  If a student currently does not hold a School Opal Card and is eligible, they may visit the below website for more information.

School Opal Card application link: https://transportnsw.info/school-travel-apply

Please note that all enquiries regarding Opal cards should be directed to 131 500. As the bus operator, Transdev John Holland Buses has no involvement in this process.

Thank you in advance for your support and cooperation.

Kind regards, TJHB School Engagement Team

Cyberia

On Tue 5^th September Brainstorm Productions will be presenting their student wellbeing performance 'Cyberia' for Year 7. 'Cyberia' is a live theatre experience that addresses mental health, (cyber)bullying and the responsible use of technology. The performance is part of our student wellbeing curriculum and has been developed by education and mental health professionals.

Ruby loses touch with her values and gets caught up in cyberbullying and online drama. Anxious and struggling with impulse control, she is in danger of damaging her digital reputation. For Tim, a lack of sleep and social interaction leads to scams and dangerous online behaviours. He becomes isolated and withdraws into gaming. Students follow Tim and Ruby’s journey as they develop skills for help-seeking, resilience and positive mental health.

Brainstorm Productions is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected theatre in education companies, performing to over 260,000 students every year. They offer a range of programs to help schools nurture healthy and harmonious environments, addressing issues such as mental health, online safety, bullying and resilience, and are endorsed by the eSafety Commissioner as a Trusted eSafety Provider. Learn more about Brainstorm Productions by visiting their website (brainstormproductions.edu.au), or following them on Instagram (@brainstormproductions_) or Facebook (@Brainstorm.Productions).

Cyber Safety Information Session for Parents

Protecting children in their digital worlds is an ever-evolving task for Australian families. Now more than ever parents are looking for guidance in how to manage screen time and navigate the world of games and social media. 

We are therefore pleased to help our parent community by offering a crucial and engaging education session with ySafe, Australia’s leading provider of online safety education. This practical, strategy-rich session will cover the most important points that all families need to know about online safety, covering key information about social media and gaming, screen time recommendations and step-by-step instructions on how to set up a cyber safe home for children of all ages.

If you’ve ever struggled with getting your children off their games and into bed, worried about the content of the games that they are playing or felt concerned that your child was spending too much time in the digital world, this workshop is for you!

The workshop will be taking place on Monday 16^th October at 6:30pm. It can be accessed via the following link. https://familyzone.zoom.us/j/82724867543

Year 12 Visual Arts 2023

NESA News - Study Guide

The HSC Study Guide is out now, packed with everything HSC students need to kick their exam goals!

Students can find exam advice from teachers and past students, learn how to nail their study routine, and test their knowledge with the ultimate HSC quiz! Look out for some familiar faces who share their expert advice across a range of HSC subjects.

There’s also plenty of practical information from our partner, ReachOut, on looking after mental health and wellbeing in the lead up to exams.

CHECK OUT THIS YEAR'S GUIDE

2023 HSC Written Exam Timetable

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.

Library News

The Festival that was Book Week 2023! 

Read – Grow – Inspire was the theme of this year’s Book Week and we’re happy to say that The Bob Bellear Memorial Library has been overflowing with reading, growth and inspiration over the past few weeks! The Library Team would like to thank the Rose Bay Secondary College students, of all ages and interests, who really got behind creating a wonderful festival atmosphere with their support of the activities and new book reveals that the library has held. SRC students assisted by suggesting some entertaining activity ideas: 

Blind Date with a Book was a big hit with students working on their mystery date book decorating and descriptions enthusiastically during breaks. The result was some very special entries that are now on display in the library during the next week for students to later borrow for their own surprise date with a book! (see photo) 

The Bookmark Colouring-In and Creation activity ended up being a great lesson in mindfulness for students of all ages. Students spent breaks engrossed in the quiet, meditative practice of colouring-in. Many of them commenting on the calming effect.  

Year 11 student, Raven Carlton, kindly assisted the Library Team by organising a few breaks worth of fun Kahoot Book Trivia that some of the younger students really enjoyed. 

Acting Principal, Ms Cathy Archer, joined Teacher Librarian, Ms Margaret McLelland and Head Teacher – Teaching and Learning, Mr Adam Harris to award participating students special Book Week Library/School Certificates. (see photo)  

Due to the Covid 19 restrictions, this was the first Book Week the school has been able to host in a few years and it was a great success. The Library Team looks forward to launching Book Week again in 2024. Students are encouraged to provide any Book Week activity ideas they might like to see held in 2024. Please visit the Library Help Desk anytime for a chat.

Careers News

ICMS HSC Tutoring Session 

28 September 

Are you a current Year 12 student stressed about your upcoming HSC Exams? Don’t be! ICMS, in collaboration with Dymocks Tutoring, is thrilled to invite you to our FREE revision day on Thursday, September 28th 2023. 

Throughout the day, you’ll have the incredible opportunity to attend 1, 2, or 3 sessions run by expert tutors from Dymocks. These sessions are designed to cover a range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Business Studies. Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive review of all modules, seeking valuable tips and tricks, or in need of practical guidance on how to excel in the HSC exam, this event is tailored to meet your needs. 

https://www.icms.edu.au/event/hsc-tutoring-session-dymocks-tutoring/ 

What is the ATAR? 

The ATAR is a rank, not a mark. 

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a number between 0.00 and 99.95 that indicates a student’s position relative to all the students in their age group (ie all 16 to 20 year olds in NSW). So, an ATAR of 80.00 means that you are 20 per cent from the top of your age group (not your Year 12 group). 

Universities use the ATAR to help them select students for their courses and admission to most tertiary courses is based on your selection rank (your ATAR + any applicable adjustments). Most universities also use other criteria when selecting students (eg a personal statement, a questionnaire, a portfolio of work, an audition, an interview or a test). 

https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/atar 

Top 5 Study Tips in Preparing for Exams 

You might be in Year 12, finishing your first year of uni or gearing up to graduate. In any case, you could probably do with a few tips to get through the upcoming exam period. Read on as we share our top five exam study tips. 

https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/education-blogs/student-life/top-five-exam-survival-tips 

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Australia's top universities 2024 

The Good Universities Guide ratings 2024 are now live! 

See how universities performed over the past year across 14 student experience and graduate outcome ratings. Filter them by state, study level and/or subject area. 

https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/university-ratings-rankings/2023/undergraduate/overall-experience 

Free R U OK? Day Webinar | Coping with Emotional Challenges in Career Development Learning 

Thursday, 14 September. Join ESA’s Student Wellbeing Hub and myfuture teams as they share practical tips and resources for educators and parents to help secondary school students cope with the emotional challenges central to career development learning. Find out more and register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5192692584083807063.

Join the Industry Insights Day to Learn about University Programs and Meet Industry Experts

The Hotel School would like to invite students to an Industry Insights Day, a free event for high school students looking to study or work in Business, Management, Hospitality, Hotel Management or Events. InterContinental Sydney, Saturday 2 September. Limited spots. Register here: bit.ly/45EqeOu or for more information, contact anne.mccrory@scu.edu.au.

Create Great Places, Design with Nature, Combat Climate Change | Be a Landscape Architect 

Landscape architects shape the world, transform streetscapes, parks, playgrounds, transport, backyards, cities & suburbs. A creative profession requiring skills in strategic planning delivery and management. Combines knowledge of natural sciences, environmental law and planning to create spaces that improve amenity, add beauty, support the environment, the economy and increase social health and welfare. https://www.aila.org.au/.

SAT Practice Exam Internationally Educated is offering an online SAT practice exam on Saturday 2 September, 9am for students in Years 9-11. The practice exam includes a personal score report and a score review session with a test preparation expert. Registration is essential and details can be found at: https://www.internationallyeducated.com.au/post/internationally-educated-offers-an-online-sat-practice-exam-1

Acting Audition | Free Workshops Everyone gets nervous before an audition. This workshop is designed to combat performance anxiety (or embrace it), and to present the best possible self. Monthly 1-day workshops hosted on campus from September to January 2024. Register here: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news-and-events/events/acting-audition-workshop/

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.

Vaping Fact Sheet

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 September 5 2023.

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

9301 0300 to book

RBSC P&C Yr 8 & Yr 9 Parents/Carers Social Event

RBSC P&C would love to invite all Year 8 & Year 9 parents/carers to our Social Event on 19th October. This event allows you to make connections and form strong community bonds that will last throughout your teen’s high school experience. Bookings close 14th October so be sure to book your tickets ASAP!

https://www.trybooking.com/CKKRA

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

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 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!

Cyberbullying App

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