Newsletter Term 4 Week 6
From the Senior Executive
Assessment
It's a busy time for students with assessments taking place in term 4. As we approach this crucial phase, students are encouraged to diligently review their coursework, seek clarification from teachers, and utilise available resources for support. The assessments aim to gauge individual progress, offering valuable insights into strengths and areas for improvement. Parents and guardians are encouraged to engage in open communication with teachers, ensuring a collaborative approach to student success. Let's embrace this opportunity for growth, support one another, and strive for excellence as we navigate the upcoming assessment period together.
Proudly representing the College
The College has received great feedback and praise from members of the community this week about how respectful, polite, and mature they have been whilst on excursions across Sydney. A group of fantastic Yr. 10s attended the Secure Code Warrior Champions in Chippendale where they completed with students from other schools to ‘crack the code’. Also our Musical Cast and Crew, Dance Ensemble, Dance and Drama Elective classes had the privilege to see Wicked the musical on Wednesday. With several schools in attendance, it was amazing to receive multiple emails and phone calls from members of the community about how respectful and polite our student were, displaying theatre etiquette and the values of RBSC.
IEF News
On Monday Stephan Rochecouste came to Rose Bay Secondary College with his Wheelchair Sports Roadshow van. Stephan was born with spina bifida and has been involved with Wheelchair Sports NSW/ACT for as long as he can remember. Stephan played wheelchair tennis from the years of 2006-2017 before transitioning into wheelchair rugby league.
Being able to deliver such a fantastic road safety and disability awareness program right across NSW and the ACT is something that Stephan finds truly rewarding as it not only gives him the platform to teach new things to young people, but also the opportunity to close the gap of understanding when it comes to knowing disability as a whole and how young people can show empathy and inclusive behaviours for all. Stephan brought with him 10 red and blue sports wheelchairs, basketball hoops and balls and encouraged some great games of wheelchair basketball. The IEF shared the day with the PASS classes
The key values are.
Dignity - We believe everyone has great value.
Tenacity - We fight fiercely for inclusion.
Resilience - We get up and go every day.
Camaraderie - We are in it together.
The students and teachers enjoyed the experience and welcomed the new perspective.
A huge thank you to Nicki Taitz the coordinator of the Maccabi, NSW, All Abilities for organising and funding this amazing opportunity.
Year 7 Class Challenge
Over the last 4 weeks, Year 7 have been participating in a PB4L Class Challenge. The students have worked collaboratively to show that they are respectful, responsible learners. The challenge was developed to foster teamwork and a positive learning environment for all as well as to acknowledge and reward the positive behaviour we are seeing amongst our year 7 cohort. Miss Bowd, Mr Godby and I are so proud of how well the Year 7 classes have worked together throughout this challenge. The winning class each week was rewarded with a bronze award and a Zooper Dooper. On Friday the 16th November a celebratory BBQ was held for the overall winning class and the class who was most improved. I would like to thank all Year 7 students and the Year 7 teachers for working together with Mr Godby, Miss Bowd and myself to make this challenge successful and fun.Ms Adele Flack
Chess Championships
On Tuesday 22 students from years 7-10 participated in the first RBSC Chess championship. The comp was run by The Sydney Academy of Chess with the help of Shai, Y 8 student parent. Thank you Shai!The overall winners of the comp were -
Overall champion: Tanner
Year 10 winner: Kai Year 9 winner: Gulliver Year 8 winner: Daniel Year 7 winner: Eric
CAPA News
As we approach the end of the year, the CAPA Faculty has been diligently working to present a variety of impressive showcases to the RBSC community. Additionally, we want to acknowledge the exceptional achievements of some dedicated individual students in the Arts.
We extend our best wishes to Nia (Dance) and Elliot (Music) as they prepare for their performances at the Schools Spectacular. The event will take place at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday, November 24, and Saturday, November 25, 2023.
Nia has also been chosen as one of eight students for a unique extension opportunity with the 2023 Aboriginal Dance Company. This year the Company will perform at the opening of the Department of Education’s Nanga Mai Awards at the Sydney Opera House. This is a remarkable opportunity for Nia, highlighting her dedication to Indigenous Dance.
Our school musical, Grease, is almost ready for its debut. If you haven't already, be sure to book your tickets at www.trybooking.com/CKQBG. The show dates are as follows:
· Tuesday, November 28th at 7 pm
· Wednesday, November 29th at 7 pm
· Thursday, November 30th at 7 pm
V-Fest, a student short film festival organized by Ms. Deb Cave, is quickly approaching its 25th year. We encourage the RBSC community to attend the screening at Chauvel Cinema, Paddington on Monday, December 4th at 6:00 pm to support our students and Ms. Cave.
Students from IEF, Elective Dance and Drama, the Dance Ensemble Program, and Grease recently enjoyed an outing to the musical Wicked at the Lyric Theatre on Wednesday, November 15th. We extend our gratitude to those who attended for their exemplary behaviour, which garnered positive feedback from members of the public
The Music Ensembles Program will showcase its talented students at the upcoming end-of-year concerts, open to all members of the RBSC community. Save the dates:
· Ensembles Concert: Wednesday, December 6th, 2023
· Rose Bay Rocks: Thursday, December 7th, 2023
We eagerly look forward to your presence at these events in the weeks ahead.
Kelly Vine, Head Teacher Creative and Performing Arts
SRC News
RBSC Presents...
Tickets are on Sale now for GREASE THE MUSICAL!
Our talented students and dedicated staff have been hard at work this year on a stunning production, full of extravagant dance, song and teen romance in the rockin’ 50s, all accompanied by a stellar live band comprised of RBSC musicians. It’s really gonna be something special.
Opening night is Tuesday the 28th of November, running until Thursday the 30th – Be there or be square! Tickets are available via the link below, or the QR code on the poster (allocated seating). Only $30 for adults and $25 for students, open to all! Bring friends, bring family! We’ll see you there. https://www.trybooking.com/CKQBG
Return and Earn Bin Plan
Thanks to our Environment Captains Raven and Erin, you’ll soon be seeing Return and Earn bins around the school grounds, close to the current bins, which plastic bottles, cans, cartons and juice boxes can be deposited in. The money goes back to the school, which will help us fund further initiatives!
You are cordially invited to attend
the screening and judging of entries for
V-FEST 2023
To be held at the
Chauvel Cinema
Corner Oxford Street and Oatley Road Paddington (underneath Paddington Town Hall)
on
Monday 4th December 2023
Proceedings start promptly at 6.30pm
Doors open at 5:45pm
V-Fest is an alcohol-free event
Refreshments available
Admission by gold coin
NO ticket required
And if you can’t make the LIVE screening …
V-Fest 2023 is also screening simultaneously on YouTube!
The Premiere is at 6:45pm, just as the LIVE screening begins.
You will still be able to vote for your favourite film in the People’s Choice Award, using the link in the YouTube description.
So please click on the link below and set those reminders!!!
https://youtu.be/xz89zYBBus8
Year 12: English HSC Student Event
The English Teachers Association are running an online event to support students in starting the HSC English course and specifically, the Common Module. This event is relevant to all 2 unit English courses and can be accessed anytime between now and December 15. If you or your child are interested, they can register using the link below.Introducing the Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences
| When: | Tuesday 10 October until 15 December 2023 |
| Where: | Online for 2024 HSC students |
| Cost: | $45 per student (GST free) |
A wonderful way to motivate, inspire and energise your new HSC class.
- English for the 2024 HSC: what you need to know, where you need to go.
- Unpacking the Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences
- Insights to assessment including related texts, multi-modal tips
- Unpacking the Common Module for EAL/D
- 14 presentations on Common Module Prescribed Texts
- EAL/D texts
- Downloadable notes
- Students who have registered can have access through their own email address
Library News
This week we formally said Goodbye to the Class of 2023 with them returning any outstanding school text or library books. It was great to see their smiling faces, many relieved exams are finally over and many making exciting plans for their future studies or traineeships. The library team wishes them all the very best.
As the end of year draws near, the Bob Bellear Memorial Library is following up on any outstanding school text or library books from the rest of the school community. It would be appreciated if parents/carers could follow up with students to check if there are any books lying around (or in school bags!) that could be returned. Students can always pop by the Library Help Desk to double check what they may have outstanding.
Homework Club reminder for Mondays and Wednesdays 3-5pm each week in the library. We get great feedback from the students, especially regarding the biscuits! All ages welcome. Tutors are available to help students with any queries.
All Years - Bus behaviour
I have had concerns raised with me by members of the public about the disrespectful behaviour of a number of students who are catching the bus from the Shuk bus stop.
The College policy is that students should be catching the buses from school, where there is full supervision and processes to ensure students can safely catch their buses home.
The College also expects all our students to show exemplary respect and responsibility in the community. If any student is behaving disrespectfully and can be identified as a member of the College then disciplinary action can be taken.
I am aware the majority of our students behave with great pride and respect in the community, and I am disappointed that the actions of a few are tarnishing the reputation of the majority of our students.
RBSC P&C
RBSC P&C Secondhand School Uniforms Buy, Sell & SwapThe P&C has a Facebook group for Rose Bay Secondary College families to buy, sell or giveaway secondhand uniforms, textbooks, musical instruments, music books or school shoes.Here's a link to the page on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/935017760501970Please become a member and use the page to sell or give away your old uniform items, or buy secondhand items.
TO SELL: Post with details of the item you have for sale. It's a good idea to include a photo.When you sell something, please delete it from the group so the page stays up-to-date.
TO BUY: Contact a seller via Direct Message if they have an item listed that you would like to buy
OR: Create a post with details of the item that you would like to buy. We ask that all items on the page are related to school, and in good reusable condition.
Thanks and please start buying & selling!
P&C Meeting Tuesday 21 November 2023
The next P&C meeting is Tuesday 21 November at 7pm in Room A520. Entry will be via the gates in front of the hall. All parents, carers and school community members are welcome. We especially look forward to welcoming those new to the school. Membership of the P&C and voting rights is by gold coin donation which can be paid online or in person at the meeting. Please note, the P&C voluntary contribution paid with school fees is separate from the gold coin donation for P&C voting rights. In order to vote the P&C Federation requires you to be a financial member, this is achieved with a gold coin donation. The P&C voluntary contribution allows RBSC P&C to provide funding to many school programs and projects.If paying by bank transfer, the bank details for a gold coin donation are:Name: RBSC P&C BSB: 062238Account: 10113005Payments should note ‘P&C 2023 + name’ so membership can be verified.Please also send an email address with bank receipt to rbscpandc@gmail.com. Please feel free to email us at: rbscpandc@gmail.com The agenda and meeting documents are available 7 days prior on the P&C Public Drive.
Would you like to get involved with a P&C Subcommittee?
Music Ensemble Program (MEP) SubcommitteeSocial SubcommitteeBuilding & Grounds SubcommitteeSports SubcommitteeAlumni SubcommitteeThe subcommittees meet at least once per term. You can express interest or contact subcommittees via email on: rbscpandc@gmail.com
