Newsletter Academic Christian Caring
ISSUE 2
TERM IV 2016 TIGS Sony Camp
Headmaster We are told by our students that key elements of a successful application have been: •
participation in the extensive co-curricular programme at TIGS (over 80 activities are available)
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participation in service activities such as Crossroads, Emu Point and TIGS Sony Camp
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participation in the Duke of Edinburgh programme
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participation in the leadership development programme at TIGS
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demonstrated interest in their intended area of study
Students from all year groups should take note and ensure they are fully involved in the opportunities that are available at TIGS. Participation and commitment now will achieve the same rewards. Note: Many universities, including UOW, have established an ‘early entry’ pathway for IB Diploma students based on the school’s predicted grades in Year 12.
Stephen Kinsella Headmaster Congratulations to our Year 6 students who are in the final stages of preparation for the Year 6 PYP Exhibition. The Exhibition provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate how much they have progressed in their learning through the Primary Years Programme (PYP). Attendance at the Exhibition is a ‘must do’ event. What a wonderful thing it is to offer encouragement and congratulations to the students who will be proudly presenting the product of their learning. It is always amazing to see the range of interesting topics chosen and the depth to which they go in research. It is exciting and inspiring - a must for Year 6 parents, parents who will eventually have children in Year 6 and anyone who likes the ‘buzz’ of being with enthusiastic young people. A tip for parents attending the Year 6 exhibition - the projects on display only tell half the story. Ask the students about the process of learning they have gone through and what skills they have developed that will serve them well in the Senior School. The official opening of the Year 6 PYP Exhibition will be at 4.00pm Wednesday 2 November with viewing opportunities on Thursday 3 November. For more details, see the invitation on page 11 of this newsletter. Congratulations also go to our now graduated Year 12 students currently completing their HSC examinations. We are already aware that 75% of our applicants for ‘early entry’ have been offered places at a variety of universities before they concluded their HSC examinations. These offers are made on the basis of: •
the academic record of each student
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the academic reputation of the School
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performance at an interview with the university staff
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evidence of the student’s:
EMU POINT – AN APPEAL FOR HELP The School has had a partnership with the remote Aboriginal community of Emu Point since 2006. Emu Point is located a 4-hour drive south-west of Darwin, off the dusty Port Keats Road. Each year 20 Year 11 students from TIGS visit the community for a week, learning first-hand what it is like to be part of a remote Australian community. Despite its physical distance from urban Australia, the parents of Emu Point have a great desire for their children to succeed in modern Australia through the education of their children. Their efforts saw the establishment of the Nganambala Primary School seven years ago. However, there is no provision for secondary education other than at boarding school in Darwin. This is not a surprising situation for a small, remote community of 150 people. This year, two students from Emu Point have been studying at TIGS in Year 7 – what a privilege for TIGS to be trusted with the education of the children of Emu Point. The students are accommodated with one of our homestay families. We have a challenge. The community would like to enrol a small number of additional students in Year 7, 2017. The problem is that we do not have homestay families available to accommodate them. If we are unable to find accommodation for these students, then they will not be able to study at TIGS. This is an opportunity for the TIGS community to support the Emu Point community in realising their ambition for their children – the best education possible. If you would like to discuss what is involved in providing homestay accommodation for our Aboriginal or international students and the level of remuneration that applies, please contact the School Registrar, Sally Ann Gail.
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interest in the course
Stephen Kinsella
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holistic development and participation in the opportunities provided by the school and the broader community, including service activities
Headmaster
Chaplain’s Message A CALL TO PRAYER On Friday 11 November we have our final Prayer Breakfast for the year in the library. We commence at 7.30am with breakfast and then move to prayer at around 7.50am. We finish promptly at 8.20am in service of those who have work commitments. We also provide a separate breakfast with supervision for children. We pray in a range of different ways. There are times of common prayer as we recite written prayers together; there are times when representatives lead us in prayer; and there are times when we have opportunity to pray more extemporary prayers in small groups. We mix it up like this in an effort to make all feel comfort and able to contribute. The morning is always deeply encouraging. But why do we pray? There is a range of reasons. Let me mention just a few.
Finally, we pray because God is a generous Father who delights to give good gifts to his children. Jesus makes this point in an arresting way in Matthew’s gospel: “Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” (Matthew 7.9-11) These are but a few of the reasons we are encouraged to pray in the scriptures. So, will you join us for prayer on 11 November? I hope you might. To assist with catering you can indicate your attendance to Natalie Moore at nmoore@tigs.nsw.edu.au or 42200284. Again, I hope to see you at the breakfast.
Rev James Rogers Chaplain
Rev James Rogers
First, we pray because to be a Christian is to be in relationship with God. God is a personal being. He is a relational being. Just as we speak to other persons with whom we are in relationship, so we speak to God. Indeed, prayer is one of the primary expressions of our relationship with God. Second, we pray because we are totally dependent on God. God has made us dependent beings. We rely on God for life and health and safety. Prayer acknowledges this. For this reason, prayer is a form of praise. When we pray we honour God as the sovereign lord of life. The very act of prayer is a recognition statement: in prayer we recognise our vulnerability before God and God’s immense capacity towards us. Third, we pray because God has determined that prayer receives his providence. Jesus made this clear when he issued the following invitation: “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.” (Matthew 7.7-8) Conversely, we read in the book of James: “You do not have because you do not ask.” (James 4.2) Prayer is intimately related to God’s providence.
7.30am - 8.20am Friday 11 November In the TIGS Goodhew Research Centre (Library)
Parents, staff and friends are invited to gather to pray for our School community Breakfast and supervision is available for children
RSVP by Wednesday 9 November Please contact Mrs Natalie Moore Phone 4220 0284 or email nmoore@tigs.nsw.edu.au
Junior School STAGE 3 CAMP DEER PARK On Tuesday 18 October 2016 Stage 3 set off to Deer Park for four days of adventure. It took almost an hour and a half to get to Deer Park on the Port Hacking river. Several activities such as abseiling, bush cooking, archery, billy karting awaited us.
Judi Nealy Deputy Headmaster, Head of Junior School The Camp programme is a unique aspect of the holistic TIGS curriculum. This programme is intentionally designed to commence in Year 3 with the sequential development of skills and capabilities to allow our students to participate in quite challenging Senior School camps culminating in the Duke of Ed programme. The Duke of Ed programme is a very beneficial undertaking and is highly valued by both universities and employers. In Years 3 and 4 students learn how to look after their own clothing, manage their meal times and cope with their “not so favourite” foods as well as sleeping away from home - sometimes for the very first time.
ASSEMBLY/CHAPEL
KD will be hosting next week’s Assembly in Rees Hall from 12.10pm.
Lost Property
At camp Years 5 and 6 had to use skills and attitudes such as cooperation, trust, creativity and open mindedness in order to complete activities. The camp was a great learning experience for both Year 5 and 6 and was without a doubt fun and exciting.
YEAR 5 During Stage 3 camp there were many highlights. These highlights were different for everyone but the main ones that applied to Year 5 generally were from the many assigned activities that the teachers and camp leaders gave to us. These included water sliding, low ropes, abseiling, pool rafting, canoeing and rock climbing. Trivia night in the eating area was also a contributing highlight to many student’s enjoyment. We had a fantastic experience with Year 5 activities. Many people chose to go to the waterslide in their free time. This was partly because we had a good first impression as we could see it on Google Maps and thought it was enormous. This made everyone so excited to see it as we drove in. The waterslide had lots of curves and turns and a big splash at the end. Many of us lost our mat as we went down which started a cycle losing your mat because a lost mat pushed you off your mat until someone managed to pick it up as they were speeding past. The line was long but we waited for our turn and it moved along fairly quickly. Emily Sutherland - Year 5 Author
YEAR 6 One of the many highlights for Year 6 was the Big Day Out. Big Day Out involved going for a marvellous bush walk for the entire day. The bush walk was long but worth it, we got to experience nature and had a great time while doing so. The day also involved canoeing and abseiling. It was a really good opportunity for us to cooperate in fun but sometimes frustrating activities. One of these frustrations was the maze we came across. We had to all work together to move the ball to a certain position. Our group tried but it was much harder than we thought. Nevertheless, throughout Big Day Out we most certainly had fun bonding with friends and with those we didn’t know very well at all. The last night at Deer Park was one of the most memorable as all the students piled into the dining hall for a game of trivia. This activity was challenging and really tested our knowledge while still being exciting and fun. Whilst camp was lots of fun we were also given responsibilities. Everyone on the campsite took turns setting up and cleaning up after meals and it wasn’t all that horrible. Stage 3 camp was a great way to bring everyone together, make new friends and learn new things! Camp really brought the good out of each and every one of us and created many new and amazing memories that we will never forget. Gabriella Valenzuela and Nicholas Chiaverini- Year 6 Authors
Co-curricular Club TIGS ROBO CLUB Robo Club is an after-school LEGO ® robotics class that teaches computer programming and engineering. Students design, build, and program LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robots for games and challenges designed to encourage teamwork, lateral thinking, and having fun! Robo Club activities can be single-class challenges, or multi-week projects. Past projects have seen robots walking the tightrope, playing Battleship, and laying siege to castles. Of course, the occasional competition is thrown in for good measure - Robot Sumo is a favourite! The Robo Club curriculum caters to both beginner and advanced students of ages 7+. Classes run on Thursdays from 3.30pm – 5.30pm and new students can begin at any time. Robo Club is taught by Project Bucephalus, an award-winning Robotics team from Wollongong. More information can be found at www.projectb.net.au/robo-club.
STAGE 2 CAMP WATERSELEA On 19 October 2016 Stage 2 went to camp at Waterslea. Year 4 had to stay at Koloona because there wasn’t enough space at Waterslea. At Koloona we did seven activities. One was pool rafting, where we split into two teams and created rafts. Then we raced them in the pool. It was fun! I liked camp and I hope to go again soon. Mayank 4Y
I really enjoyed camp! We did so many activities and fun games with excellent teachers and leaders. The movie and games at night were great! We had student meal orderlies who prepared the table for delicious food. The waterslide was my favourite activity!! Tania 4R
WEEKLY AWARDS
MERIT CERTIFICATES
KD
Scarlett Di Donato, Zoe Grieve
Academic
KH
Thomas Binks, Kalika Bugg, Adya Sinha
Leonardo Attorre
KP
Surabhi Parab, Wilfred Windsor
Marcus Smith
1Y
Riley Cook, Serena Nasr
Darby Parrish
2C
Nicholas Happe, Subhaan Ul-Haq
Surabhi Parab
2M
Rhea Khanna, Subodh Parab
Subodh Parab
2T
Leonardo Attorre, Oliver Johnson
Alexander MacKay
3C
Alexandra Birch, Ava Santos
Rhea Khanna
3G
Spiros Tsaganas
Oliver Johnson
3R
Chelsy Wayne
Zoe Grieve
3S
Fergus Dutch, Wyatt Toland, Rhea Boga, Noah Threadgate
Cameron Davies
4M
Ashika Bahl, Alexander Vartazarian
4Y
Cohen Sawyer, Chloe Vickery
5H
Cameron Davies, Jack Parker
5S
Charlotte Palmisano, Jamilla Perri, Madeleine Sheargold
Subhaan Ul-Haq
Service
Keiran Reveley
Jamaya Wayne
Junior School Sport NSW PSSA ATHLETICS TIGS had five students representing CIS at the Primary Schools State Athletics Carnival last week with some very strong results. Victoria Summerill placed 3rd in the 13 Years 100m. Jamaya Wayne placed 3rd in the U/10 Discus, 6th in the Shot Put and Chelsy Wayne placed 10th in Discus. The Junior Girls Relay Team consisting of Jamaya Wayne, Chelsy Wayne, Mackayla Hutchinson and Allegra Fock finished in 19th place. Good luck to Jamaya and Victoria as they represent NSW at the School Sport Australia event in November.
Jamaya throwing shotput
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Info Session
Flying Start 15 Great Ways to help your child prepare for Kindergarten
HELP SPREAD THE WORD! On November 8, TIGS will be hosting ‘A Flying Start’, an information session designed to assist ease the transition to ‘big school’. Parents will be provided with information on the development of numeracy, literacy and social skills in preparation for Kindergarten. This information session will be open to all parents, including those enrolled at TIGS, enrolled at another school, or still making a decision about their child’s schooling. So if you know anyone who is worried about the transition or keen to make it ‘A Flying Start’, please encourage them to come along. Places are limited, so bookings are essential.
Come along to our information session and discover how to give your child the best start to Kindergarten. All parents are welcome, no matter which school their child will be attending.
Tuesday 8 November 6.00pm - 6.45pm Location: TIGS Kindergarten class rooms RSVP: Monday 7 November Book online: www.tigs.nsw.edu.au/events-and-bookings
Academic • Christian • Caring
An International Baccalaureate World School
Senior School PARTNERING WITH THE COMMUNITY
and fully equipped to understand the difficulties associated with caring for the children. The Trust also provides additional support during the weekend.
Greg Lanyon Head of Senior School
One of the really wonderful developments within the Senior School over recent years has been the strengthening of the relationships between TIGS and a number of community groups providing important services in our community. One such partnership is with the Illawarra Disability Trust. For Year 11 students, one of the most important connections is made on TIGS Sony Camp, which our students have been involved in annually since 2010. The Sony Foundation supports this event financially Australia wide. On the first weekend this term, 42 Year 11 students were involved as constant companions and supporters for 23 children with dual diagnosis disabilities, on a long weekend away at Fitzroy Falls and Jamberoo. The aim of the camp is to provide respite care for the family and primary carers of the Disability Trust clients, by providing a camping experience that would not be possible without the support of our students and several TIGS staff. The Disability Trust train the students so that they are confident
The impact that this camp has on the lives of the family and children is best reflected in a letter the School received from one of the parents following the camp. “I just wanted to thank the girls that were Emily’s buddies for the weekend. Their names are Caitlin and Marie. When Emily was asked to attend the camp, our family was hesitant to say the least, but after much discussion with the Trust we decided to let her attend the camp and after meeting the girls on Friday I was so happy we decided to let her go. The girls looked like they would go above and beyond what was expected of them during the weekend. And they did. As Emily is limited in speech we wondered how we would know what she got up to. Well, when she got off the bus not only were we presented with a beaming 12 year old but also a scrapbook with photos and heartfelt messages from both girls. Caitlin and Marie, we can’t thank you enough. You are both a credit to your families and your school”. Following the camp our students were asked to reflect on their experiences and in particular how they have changed as a result of their experiences working with children with disabilities. Some typical responses included: “I think I have grown in appreciation of peoples’ abilities rather than their limitations and I learnt from these kids in their honesty.” “I have become more open to the range and variety of disabilities, developed patience and a sense of responsibility” “I have grown to understand only a minor part of what it’s like to be a carer” These reflections provide some insight to real learning that is only possible though first hand experiences. The other insight to this experience is that is embedded in many of our students
as they move on with their lives outside school. Ten former TIGS companions are now working or have worked for the Disability Trust, since leaving school. As well, three TIGS alumni, Ben Toussis, Josh King and Josh Hutton worked for the Trust on this camp and are outstanding role models for our students. To have an insight into the impact of this partnership, may I suggest that you watch the Australian Women’s Weekly Christmas Special on Channel Nine, Sunday 20 November. Some of our students and their campers are interviewed during the segment. On a final note, last Saturday 15 October, Daniel Michelmore (Year 7), competed in the NSW semi-finals for the UN Youth Voice Public Speaking competition. Daniel delivered a prepared speech, where he outlined solutions to the problem of improving access to health care services for Australians living in rural and remote areas. He was then asked two impromptu questions regarding this topic. As a result of his performance in the semi-finals, Daniel has been selected to compete in the NSW Finals on 4 November. This is an outstanding achievement for Daniel, being one of only 15 students chosen from Years 7 and 8 students in NSW. We wish him all the best for the Finals. Greg Lanyon Head of Senior School
Sony Camp
Senior School Sport NASSA VOLLEYBALL GALA DAY On Thursday 20 October our Junior Girls and Junior Boys from Year 7-9 played in the NASSA Volleyball Gala Day at Wollondilly Anglican College. It was a great day of competition which involved tightly contested matches and a great sense of sportsmanship by all on show. Our girls played well in all of our matches and improved their skills throughout the day. A special mention to Alanieta Kennedy who played strongly in all matches and lead the team well. The results on the day were as follows: a convincing win against Penrith Anglican College and three losses against Thomas Hassall Anglican College, Broughton Anglican College and Georges River Grammar. The team consisted of the following players: Mary Bul, Emma Franco, Amy Gibbons, Alanieta Kennedy (c), Kyra King, Sarah Kingsman, Kayla McNamara, Claire Smallhorn. Coach: Mrs Katrina Toland Our boys team started their first game slow, but their skills improved dramatically by the second game, where they only lost each set by one point. The team rallied after this close game and were able to come up with two wins to finish overall in 4th position and just missed out on the semi-finals on count-back points for and against. The boys are congratulated for the major improvements they achieved across the day, mastering their digs and front row defence. The team consisted of Hugo Hunt, Michael Kyriakoudes, Jonathon Michalopoulos, Lachlan Mills, Giovani Nassau, Austin Pallone, Alexander Saddi and Griffin Spicknall. Special mention to Alexander Saddi and Jonathon Michalopoulos who were outstanding on the day. Coach: Jessica Fox.
NASSA AFL GALA DAY
TERM III SPORT 2016
The NASSA AFL Volleyball Day was held the same day as the Volleyball Day at Wollondilly Anglican College. Both teams played exceptionally well, learning and refining new skills for this challenging game.
Congratulations to the following students who have achieved a Recognition Award in their Dean’s Meeting for their positive contribution and 100% attendance at Term III Sport. Students also attended a sausage sizzle and Zooper Dooper lunch on the Library Lawn last Friday 20 October to congratulate them for their fine efforts.
The Boys Team consisted of the following players: Dylan Boyce, Noah Butler, Billy Fisher. Timothy Gaynor, Nicholas Gulaj, Elliot Hutt, Zachary Miller, Samuel Okely, Aydin Serefli, Jonty Swainson, Brent Tekkol and Thi Hung Trinh. They were coached by Ben Toussis. Our boys showed great team work and perseverance across the day, with many boys having never played AFL before. We lost our first three games and won the final game by 10 points. Stand out players were Elliot Hutt (Captain) and Zachary Miller. Coach: Ben Toussis. The Girls Team consisted of the following players: Isabel Bodey, Jemma Carroll, Ashley Dribbus, Rebekah Hutton, Thea Johnson, Madeline McRae, Julijana Saponja and Zara Winter. Our girls finished the day in 3rd position after some strong matches. The standout players were Ashley Dribbus, Rebekah Hutton and Zara Winter. Coach: James Edgerton.
NASSA SENIOR BASKETBALL GALA DAY The NASSA Senior Basketball Day was held on Monday 24 October at Penrith. Our Boys Team won their pool with two wins and a loss and lost the semi-final cross over losing the game by one point in the final seconds of the game. They won the play off for 3rd and 4th by three points to finish in 3rd place. Our Boys Team was: Vincent Chauvet, Hanlin Chen, Joshua Fullerton-Harvey, Benon Harris, Ethan Jackson, Zhaoyong Liu, Jiongcheng Lu, Blake McDougall, Shengjie Yu. Coach Glen Stutchbury. The Girls Team finished 3rd in their pool with one win and two loses and convincingly won the play off for 5th and 6th. Our team was: Caitlin Chadrawy, Benae Kuiper, Stephanie Moustoukis, Natasha Mullaney, Julijana Saponja, Renee Thomson and Mia Whitehall. Coach: Shane Rogers.
Shelby Cresswell, Kayla McNamara, Stephanie Moustoukis, Julijana Saponja, Brendan Hardie, Katie Bodey, William Barber, Angus Bulliman, Corey Bloomfield, Evan Glover, Samuel Moore, Micah Sullivan, Dylan Koster, Andrea Avenido, Ruby Crandell, Emily Ellis, Minseo Kang, Franscesca Lambert, Sophia Santos, Zara Winter, Shin Yi Au Yeong, Charlotte Gaynor, Aakanksha Jaywsal, Zoe Kelman, Lachlan Negas, Peter Papageorge, Nina Segar and Xia Lian Wilson. Students achieving 100% attendance and outstanding contribution to Term IV Sport will receive a Recognition Award as part of our formal award process. This is a stepping stone award towards a Headmaster’s Award. Students will also be invited to attend a BBQ and Zooper Dooper lunch in Week 9.
Senior Girls Basketball
Senior Boys Basketball
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INFORMATION SESSION
Tuesday 8 November 5.00pm - 5.45pm The Piper Centre Preparatory programme for children aged 3 - 5 is located on The Illawarra Grammar School campus. Come along to our info session and discover how The Piper Centre is the ideal start to your child’s formal education.
Location: TIGS, The Piper Centre | RSVP: Monday 7 November | Book online: www.tigs.nsw.edu.au/events-and-bookings
P&F
TIGS PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
5.00pm to 6.00pm Tuesday 15 November Goodhew Research Centre (Library) RSVP: pandf@tigs.com.au by Friday 11 November 2016 It’s your P&F – so please come along and have your say and hear about plans for the new awning to be built at the Princes Highway pedestrian entrance to TIGS using funds raised from TIGS Great Fete. Melanie Silburn P&F President
Extend@TIGS LET’S RAISE 100 BLOOD DONATIONS! Extend is coming together as a community with a goal to raise 100 blood donations by the end of October this year. To encourage everyone to get on board, Extend Director Stevenson will complete one of three possible dares if we reach 100 blood donations! Visit darrensdare.com to watch our launch video and see further information. We encourage all families to make an appointment TODAY! Visit darrensdare.com for further info. Extend@TIGS has a lot of different and exciting upcoming events organised. Last week we had heaps of fun getting creative as we created pom-pom caterpillars, an erupting clay volcano, funky button jellyfishes, stickle puffs and tape painting. We also played games including handball, outside soccer, basketball skills course and mini Olympics. This week we have a range of exciting science, craft and cooking activities planned so please come along and join in on all the fun.
WEEK 4 ACTIVITIES
Monday 31 October Activity: Blow it up balloons Sport: Skipping competition
Tuesday 1 November Craft: Marshmallow challenge Outdoor sport: Red light green light Wednesday 2 November Activity: Silly putty Sport: Stuck in the mud Thursday 3 November Craft: Fireworks salt painting Sport: Outside dodgeball Friday 4 November Craft: Shaving foam playdough Sport: Pacman ONLINE BOOKINGS: extend.com.au CALL OUR OFFICE 1300 366 437
TIGS Foundation COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY
* * * APPLICATIONS/RENEWALS CLOSING FOR 2017 * * * Thinking of promoting your business by advertising through our School Community? Applications for 2017 will close on Tuesday 15 November 2016 for inclusion of the business in the directory for the following year. There is an annual fee of $300 per business each calendar year for advertising in the Directory. A TIGS Foundation fundraising initiative, the Business Directory will provide an opportunity to strengthen and tighten the bonds between the School, parents and the businesses contained within the School Community with funds raised from the Business Directory assisting to drive forward the fantastic educational opportunities children will receive here at TIGS. TIGS Foundation would like to acknowledge and thank the businesses from our TIGS community for their support of the Business Directory in 2016 and invite new businesses to the Directory for 2017. For inquiries please contact Lisa Wilson in the Foundation Office on 4220 0264 or email lwilson@tigs.nsw.edu.au TIGS reserves the right to decline any advertisement or request changes before accepting any submissions. To read terms and conditions click here.
UPCOMING
EVENTS
WEEK 4
Year 6 Exhibition Opening Ceremony
4.00pm Wednesday 2 November in the Goodhew Research Centre (Library)
Year 6 Exhibition Thursday 3 November
WEEK 5
Year 7 2017 Parent Information Evening 6.00pm Monday 7 November in the IGC
The Piper Centre Infomation Session 5.00pm Tuesday 8 November in The Piper Centre
A Flying Start
6.00pm Tuesday 8 November in the Kindergarten rooms
Sports Presentation Night
6.30pm for 7.00pm Wednesday 9 November in the IGC
Year 1 - 6 Orientation and Parent Information Session
9.30am Thursday 10 November in the Goodhew Research Centre (Library)
Year 7 2017 Orientation 8.40am 10 - 11 November in the IGC
TIGS Prayer Breakfast 7.30am Wednesday 9 November