Newsletter Term 3 Week 4

Executive Report

Bullying No Way! National Week of Action

This week, our school has actively been participating in the Bullying No Way! National Week of Action, a significant nationwide initiative aimed at creating safe and supportive learning environments where all students can thrive.

Anti-Bullying Assembly Recap

On Wednesday, we held a highly successful Anti-Bullying Assembly where our staff engaged in impactful role plays to demonstrate key behaviors in bullying situations. The scenarios showcased what it means to walk away from a bullying incident and, more importantly, what it looks like to be an Upstander. These demonstrations provided clear examples for our students, setting the expectation that when bullying occurs, at the very least, they should walk away, and at best, take a stand as an Upstander.

HSC Dance Friday 16th August

The HSC Dance performance on Friday was a resounding success, showcasing the hard work and talent of our students. A special thank you to Deb Cave and Kelly Vine for their exceptional coordination of this event.

HSC Trials end Monday

The HSC Trials conclude on Monday, marking the end of a smoothly run examination period. A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Christy Godby for her outstanding organisation and leadership, as well as to all the invigilators for their dedication. Our students have been exemplary, demonstrating excellent behaviour throughout the trials.

A Community United in Support

Recently, two of our former students tragically lost their mother, leaving them to navigate life on their own at the ages of 18 and 25. In the face of such a profound loss, the community has come together to wrap these young men in support and care.

At the wake, held this week, the strength of our school community was on full display. Each of these boys was surrounded by no fewer than 15 of their close friends, a powerful testament to the bonds forged during their school years. The theme of the gathering was community, and it was heartening to see a large group of friends, including those who graduated in 2023 and  2017, rallying around them in their time of need.

What made the event even more special was the presence of many RBSC parents, who also attended to offer their support. One parent was instrumental in organising the wake, ensuring that the boys were surrounded by love and care during such a difficult time.

This overwhelming support is a reminder that our school community is more than just a place of learning—it's a lifelong network of care and connection. We are proud to see our former students and parents embody these values, standing by these young men with such strength and compassion.

Explicit Teaching Professional Learning, Let there be Light!

This week Rose Bay Secondary College hosted the Explicit Teaching Professional Learning, Let there be Light! through the Burbangana Leadership Network. Burbangana is a Dharug word of the Sydney language meaning “take my hand and help me up”. It speaks to the collegiality of public schools and teachers' commitment to student growth and improvement.

The day celebrated explicit teaching practice in our schools. Over 80 leaders from both primary and secondary schools attended the day and engaged in meaningful discussion and learning from exemplary practitioners. This included Principal Manisha Gazula  presentation of ‘The Marsden Way’ and Explicit Instruction and Principal Damien Fenely in The Science of Learning. RBSC also showcased some of our explicit teaching methods and high impact teachers. Head Teacher Teaching and Learning Anna Buckley presented The Seldon Method; Bubble Writing and (rel) Head Teacher Teaching and Learning Jess Gray and Literacy Team member Dayne Stanger delivered a session on Cornell Notetaking.

We wish to thank the P&C for their support by supplying morning tea for this event and the RBSC staff who helped make the day a great success

IEF News

This past week, the IEF students took part in an engaging and meaningful activity to deepen their understanding of bullying and the importance of being an upstander. Using the online application Paint, each student created powerful visual responses that reflected their learning and personal insights on the topic. Through their artwork, students expressed their thoughts on standing up against bullying and promoting kindness and inclusion. The project not only fostered creativity but also encouraged important conversations about empathy and courage within our school community. We're proud of the thoughtful work our students have produced, showcasing their commitment to making our school a safe and supportive environment for everyone.

Check-in assessment for Years 7, 8 and 9

Dear parents and carers, 

During Term 3 Week 5, students will participate in the Check-in assessment. 

The Check-in assessment is a NSW Department of Education online literacy and numeracy assessment available to support schools to assess and monitor student learning. 

The assessment can supplement existing school practices to identify how students are performing in literacy and numeracy and to help teachers tailor their teaching more specifically to student needs. Students with disability may receive the same level of support during the assessment they would normally receive in the classroom. 

• The assessment will be scheduled for Years 7, 8 and 9 students during Week 5. 

• All students complete a reading assessment and a numeracy assessment. 

• The assessment has been scheduled during English and Mathematics classes. 

Student Requirements 

Students must bring a fully charged laptop during Week 5. 

Headphones, earphones, or earbuds are optional. All information is provided in a visual format, so headphones are not necessary unless students require them for their vision or reading comprehension. 

If a student is absent on the day, we will arrange catch up assessments later in Week 5. 

SRC News

The SRC has been hard at work planning some exciting events to liven up term 3. First up, for the mathematically inclined, prepare to put your skills to the test in the new Integration Bee! This high-paced math competition will challenge students from Year 7 all the way to Year 12. Stay tuned for more details on how to participate. Next, it's time to celebrate our diverse school community at the RBSC Country Cultures Day! Bring along your very own personal cultural dish and dress to impress your peers. The event will be held Week 6 Wednesday in the gym during break 1, so expect to see vibrant colours, delicious aromas, and exciting performances. Finally, show your support for the LGBTQIA+ community by wearing purple on Wear It Purple Day. This special day is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students. Expect a day filled with music, pride, and plenty of purple!

Years 8&9 Parents and Carers Social Event

Library News

Reading is Magic. Book Week  – 17 -23 August.  

Book Week is here!!! come into the library to speak to us about the week ahead or look on the Daily Notices. If you have experienced the magic of reading let us know, come in and tell us all about it; if you would like to experience the magic that can be reading, please come to the library and have a chat.

Wow Book Week is here. Thank you to Billy MacPherson for his ‘yarning’ and songs -kicking off our week –  

Thank you to our special guests: Kali Bellear, Ms Archer and executive members for their attendance at our Book Week Launch. Also a big thank you to Maddy Jones, SRC Coordinator and Nadia Kaye , Liaison Officer ,for their energy, efforts and initiatives. 

Every year since 1945 CBCA Children's Book Week has brought children and books together across Australia. 

Book Week has had a slogan since 1945, but until 1987 each branch created their own posters to illustrate the themes and promote events. There has been a national theme since 1987. 

Traditionally, but not always, the Book Week artwork is developed by the winner of the previous year's Picture Book of the Year Illustrator. 

Take a look at past CBCA Book Week themes. https://cbca.org.au/cbca-book-week-resources/ 

Book Week is an opportunity for all students at RBSC to seek out the magic that is reading. Make it something for you to do for you. Reading can transform your life even if it is for short periods. You can be transported to wonderful places, meet exciting, stimulating characters and feel tremendous thrills or scare your socks off. Participate in the celebration of reading. If you feel you have never really found a novel that really transported, you…it’s because you have not met the right book yet! Come into the Library and chat, we will find you the one! 

SRC 

The Year 11 SRC are looking forward to running the Bullying No Way! Initiatives, along with Book Week Trivia and colouringin in the library this week. We also have SRC student rep’s helping out with Magic Tricks. Thank you to the SRC for their help in  running the activities this week.  Come along for the lollies and the fun. 

 🎉 Book Week 2024: Where Reading is Magic! 🎉 

Get ready for Magic…Can you do a Magic Act? Register in the Library NOW! 

📅 Monday, 19th August: Magical Launch! 

• Break 2. LAUNCH 

• 1:30 PM - : One-Man Show by the famous actor  Billie MacPhearson 🎭 
   

 📅 Tuesday, 20th August: Creative Fun! 

• Activities: 

• 🎨 Colouring 

• 🧠 Kahoot Trivia 

• 💼 Business Card Activity, Introducing the Book of your dreams 
   

 📅 Wednesday, 21st August: Show Your Magic! 

• Activity: 

• 🎩 Magic Tricks Competition 
   

 📅 Thursday, 22nd August: More Magical Fun! 

• Activities: 

• 🎨 Colouring 

• 🧠 Kahoot Trivia 

• 7 Students speaking to their fav. book 
   

 📅 Friday, 23rd August: Magic Showdown! 

• Activities: 

• 🎨 Colouring 

• 🎖️ Break 2: Magic Trick Winner Announcement
  

• Prizes: Certificate and Lolly Bag 🍭 

Get ready for a week filled with magic, creativity, and fun! Don’t miss out on the enchanting events we’ve lined up just for you! 🌟 

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Aside from Book Week this week…the library is still operating for you and your studies… 

 Study Pathways 

Please let us know if you would like help with your studies. 

For example, we can help with Shakespeare… 

Let us know how best we can serve you and your study pathways. 

School of Languages 

Under the Windows that overlook the Harbour, our School of Languages distance education students sit. It’s a silent area, but a beautiful space for our SOL students to study. If you are studying a language, you will be asked to sit in this space. Ms Lawson is Head of Languages at RBSC. 

NSW School of Languages is a public specialist school, with speciality in teaching languages via distance education, located in Petersham.  The school is operated by the New South Wales Department of Education. Go to the SOL website to access the career newsletter and to read about the benefits of studying languages. 

 If you have any enquiries, please see Ms Thomson at the library front desk.  

 Be Creative 

To spark your creativity, we have set up a special Picture Book Display in the library.  

A picture book can be a powerful stimulus for writing, whether in prose or rhyme, want to know the difference? Ask at the front desk.  

We are also looking to encourage: 

1. Cards, Uno, Board Game Fun; register re Monopoly and Chess Championships

     2.Colouring. Encouraging students to colour and illustrate, during the Breaks; also to use the white board                tables to play 'Battleship' etc 

Year 10,11and12 students. 

 An important part of being an effective student is being able to take notes.   

Cornell Note Taking is one way of managing note taking. Please see me at the desk if you need some help.      

 The RBSC Book Club is set, our next meeting is Friday 30th, Break 2. We invite everyone interested to join us. Keep an eye out for updates on our Book Club TEAMS page (Teams code- x250uos). Please see the library front desk for details. Our Book is from the series, Murder Most Unladylike. Most have read the first of the series – ‘Murder Most Unladylike’. Please come along. A PDF is available. We will be moving on to our next book soon. Come along and be involved in selecting the next novel. There is a survey on TEAMs where you can vote for the next Novel.  

Calling all Year 11 and 12 Advanced Maths Students… 

The RBSC Integration Bee (Like a spelling Bee but regarding advanced maths). 

 Is happening!  Week 7 of this term -please see the Daily Notices for details. 

 Library Volunteers 

We are still encouraging students who would like experience in ‘Display’ to join our growing number of volunteers. If you are interested in Window Display, Book Display, Wall display, then a career in Visual Merchandising, might be for you. TAFE has a Certificate in Visual Merchandising, ask at the library front desk; experience in the library can be a fabulous pathway; volunteering in the library is great to add to your resume. Please see the Library Front Desk if you would like to volunteer or if you need some help writing a Resume 

 # Come in and talk about your studies and possible study pathways, or simply find books that interest you; volunteer and get some great experience for your resume or just relax, read, study, colour, or play.  

We serve our community of students and teachers in a vibrant interactive way. We encourage students and teachers to let us know how best we can serve. It’s a place for everyone. Our Library community is like a big box of chocolates, full of all sorts; it is a safe, working, vibrant and inclusive space; come in and enjoy. 

 Love the Library! 

HSC Study Nights at Waverley Library

Waverley Library is hosting a special study nights for year 12 students on 2 October and 9 October.

We’ll provide the study space, food, drinks, library resources, security, parking and will be open until 11pm! Just bring your study notes and your mates or come on your own and meet other HSC students from local schools.

Also, we will run 2 FREE lectures to help with some last-minute advice in preparation for their upcoming exams:

HSC Study Night @Waverley Library: English with Larry Grumley

Wed, 2 Oct 2024 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hsc-study-night-waverley-library-english-with-larry-grumley-tickets-950493520707?aff=ebdsoporgprofile 

HSC Lock in @Waverley Library: Maths with Harry Mavrolefteros

Wed, 9 Oct 2024 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hsc-lock-in-waverley-library-maths-with-harry-mavrolefteros-tickets-950457051627?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

On-line workshop for Supervising Drivers

Wednesday 11^th September at 6pm.

Hosted by Randwick City Council, and supported by Transport for NSW, the 90 minute online workshop offers practical advice on how to help learner drivers become safer drivers, and covers topics such as:

·         How to use the Learner Driver Log Book

·         Rules and regulations for leaner drivers and supervisors

·         Planning driving sessions

·         How to deal with difficulties that may arise during driving practise

·         The importance of giving your learner constructive feedback.

For more information and to book use the link www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/gls

BJE News

Year 7 Fast Track is BACK!

Starting Week 2, Term 2 2024 at 8:00am-8:50am in B502

Fast Track Literacy and Numeracy classes are open to all students who wish to receive some extra help with literacy and numeracy skills and content. Fast Track is a foundation class that is highly structured and aligns with the current content being taught in Year 7 English and Maths classes. It is highly structured and aims to build the foundations of the skills and content being taught in classes currently. The Literacy class and Numeracy class will run at the same time. If you would prefer your child have both literacy and numeracy support then they can alternate between the classes every 2 weeks. Every 2 weeks equals a new learning cycle. This class is FREE and open to all Year 7 students.

Please email: tamarin.wood@det.nsw.edu.au if you would like your child to be enrolled in the program. 

Parenting Workshops

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