IN THIS ISSUE:
Reddam House High School Newsletter Volume 23 Issue 03
Friday 17th February 2023
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Valentine’s Day was celebrated by students wearing pink and red at the Bondi Campus as the Charity Portfolio raised money going towards providing essential items needed by those affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. A bake sale, gifts, and song dedications were all on offer and I am proud to announce that they collected $950 for these communities who are enduring such hardship. More images on page 5.
In assembly last Friday, Jax Carrick (Year 12) of The Academic Support Portfolio launched the weekly Study/ Tutorial sessions for Year 7, Year 8, and Year 9 students. His key points were as follows:
The weekly Study Sessions will:
• Be held on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30pm4:30pm
• Be in Mrs. Karney’s room
• There will be approximately 5 Year 12s from the academic support portfolio
Last weekend, the first of the Annual Art Retreats took place. The HSC artists travelled to Hobart to have an experience at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). The students were enthralled, surprised, and
Our artists also had a cultural engagement with Hobart as they journeyed to the Cascade Female Factory where they watched a live theatrical performance of ‘The Proud & the Punished’, Mount Nelson, the Salamanca Markets, Sandy Bay, Battery Point, and the TMAG (Tasmania Museum and Art Gallery). Our artists completed one of their HSC Case Studies whilst at MONA, as well as using the artists as an influence for their own art practice and development of their HSC Bodies of Works. A phenomenal trip was had by all. My thanks to Mrs Symonds for making this exciting opportunity available to our Art students. Images on pages 6 and 7.
HSC Dance students enjoyed an entertaining night of dance on their excursion to see Callback at the Seymour Centre last Thursday. The evening included exemplary performances from the 2022 HSC Practical Examinations and served as a great motivator for our students to strive to achieve work of their own that displays the same level of skill and creativity. Listening to the students discuss each performance with such appreciation for and deep understanding of the HSC Dance syllabus was wonderful and hopefully an indication of good things to come from this very talented and intelligent cohort of dancers. We wish them the very best of luck as they embark on this exciting, final chapter of their Dance career at Reddam.
each student’s school record as well as marking their progress through school for families taken annually.
The first of our Pastoral Care sessions was held in the Middle School today during the Cycle Test period. Year 9 had a workshop on “Informed Consent” where this important topic was dealt with in small group workshops. Discussions included the legalities of consent (including the age of consent and free agreement), consent and sexual activity, respecting boundaries, and seeking support and help.
Year 8 had a Friendship workshop where they learned what to expect in their friendships through The 4 Friendship Facts, applying these ‘truths’ in friendship to their real life. Using the Friend-o-Meter, students reflect on the health of their friendships & Friendship Groups. They learn how to manage conflict (in-person and online), exploring the different approaches for responding to Friendship Fires versus Mean-on-Purpose behaviour. Students learned how to apply these friendship strategies to other relationships in their lives.
Rachel Clark of the HSC Class of 2011 conducted a session on the impacts of social media for all Year 7 Students. This interactive presentation provided students with education on the psychological impacts of social media use and gave them the opportunity to reflect on the social media they use, how they use it, and how it makes them feel. The presentation aimed to empower young people with the knowledge and tools to use social media with more awareness, safety, and agency.
The next of our Parent Information evenings was held on the rooftop at Woollahra on Thursday night for the Year 8 parents. I once again reiterate how we as teachers have missed the opportunity to socialise with parents and welcome evenings such as this back into our calendar. It is my impression that the feeling is shared by the parents who enjoyed connecting with the parents of their children’s friends. A worthwhile, fun evening was had by all. Next week is the turn of the Year 7 and Year 9 parents on Tuesday and Thursday respectively.
School photos were taken on the Bondi Campus today which is always a big day at the school to ensure everyone is looking their best. Middle School photos are on Friday 10th March. These photos form an important part of
The Junior Executive had their induction assembly on Friday and we congratulate the following Year 9 students on their election and look forward to their leadership within the Middle School this year.
Luca del Monaco
House Captains
Piper
Maia Haggiag
Nicola Shapiro
Bennelong Ashton Sacks
Ethan Sacks
Darling Oscar Bakes
Madison MacIntyre
Macquarie Tomi Reynaldo
Portfolios
Misha Lavecky
Events Alexis Franulovich
Mariana Machevitch
Sport Sophia Garvin
Womens
Empowerment Isla Zavos
Tech Oscar Lim
Music Bianca Townsend
First Nations Max Ng
Charity Sam Dubossarsky
Dance Olive Begg
Art Jasper Hartman
Drama Xavier Hanna
Environment JP Rose
Creative Thinkers Lyra Mesimeris
Student liaisons
Year 7 Sarah Mueller
Year 8 Dion Ryan
Year 9 Joe Joe Malev
I have an exciting new opportunity for Reddam High school students to make an income and for teachers and staff to outsource tasks they need to be done. Two Reddam students have been creating a job platform, soon to launch, for teens to find casual jobs, close to them, and complete them for income. E.g car washing, dog walking, babysitting, tutoring, gardening, etc. Their platform is a great way to get experience doing all kinds of fun jobs, develop great skills, and earn money whilst doing so. Also, for teachers, staff, or parents interested in outsourcing tedious, simple tasks, Youther is a great way to get jobs done whilst supporting the local youth in your community. Additionally, if you know anyone who may be interested in using Youther, please feel free to share it with them too.
If you're interested or just want to support them, head over to their website youther.com.au, and sign up to be notified as soon as it launches.
Next Wednesday, February 22, we hold our Term 1 recital, the Welcome Recital, in Adelaide Hall. It is at 7 pm and all are welcome to attend and support our young musicians. It should be a superb evening of entertainment.
Have a wonderful weekend and week ahead,
Dave Pitcairn
GIRLS
SPORTING FIXTURES - 18 FEBRUARY 2023
Basketball
Friday 17th Feb - Comets | Perry Park | Alexandria, 53
Maddox St
U16 SPARKS vs Be real 5.15
U16 MYSTICS vs All Blacks 4.30
U18 SUNS vs SGHS Marshmallow 4.30
U18 DIAMONDS vs CYS 5.15
Saturday 18th Feb - Comets | Perry Park | Alexandria, 53
Maddox St
U10 Boomers vs Inner City Angels 8.00 Ct 1
U12 STORM vs Inner City Flames 9.40 Ct 1
U14 TIMBERWOLVES vs U14 FLAMES vs All Blacks 10.30 Ct 1
BOYS
Saturday 18th Feb | Perry Park | Alexandria, 53 Maddox St
U10 LAKERS vs Sydney HoopStars Cooperheads 8.00 Ct 4
U12 BUCKS vs Reddam Hornets 9.40 Ct 4
U12 RAPTORS vs St Spyridon College 10.30 Ct 3 U12 CAVALIERS vs Inner City Rebels 12.10 Ct 1
U12 HORNETS vs Reddam Bucks 9.40 Ct 4 U14s BULLS vs KHY Astronauts 2.40 Ct 3
U14 MAVERICKS vs Inner City Celtics 1.50 Ct 2
U14 PACERS vs MPB 1.50 Ct 1
U14 NUGGETS vs Sydney HoopStars Wolves 2.40 Ct 4
U16 JAZZ vs Matto Magic 2.40 Ct 2
U16 WARRIORS vs Inner City Mustangs 3.30 Ct 1 Comets Stadium
U16 NETS vs BYE
U18 HEAT vs Big Dream 5.10pm Ct 4
Saturday 18th Feb | PCYC (Marrickville)
U16 ROCKETS vs Newtown Force 4.30 Ct 3
U16 THUNDER vs Inner City Cyclones 6.45 Ct 3
U16 SPARKS vs BYE
U16 MYSTICS vs BYE
U18 GRIZZLIES vs Maccabi Mavericks 1.30 Ct 3
U18 MAGIC vs Reggae Rockets 6.00 Ct 2
U18 SUNS vs SGHS Scholar Sportswomen 4:30pm Ct 2
U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Ravens 4:30pm Ct 1
Cricket
Reddam Rabbits V RJCC Crushers 8.00am Lower Cooper 2
Reddam Roos V RJCC Strikers 8.00am Lower Cooper 1
Reddam Rhinos V Easts Sharks 3.00pm Lough Park North
Netball
Tuesday 21st February
Reddam v Clovely Clovers Multi Court No.1, 5.15pm
Reddam 1 v Redlands, Cammeray Tennis Club 10am
Reddam 2 v Redlands, Lane Cove Tennis Club 10am
Reddam 3 v St Pius, Neutral Bay Lawn Tennis Club 10am
Reddam 4 v Cammeraygal, Neutral Bay Lawn Tennis Club 10am
GIRLS
Tennis
Touch Football
BOYS
Reddam 1 v KRB 3, Queens Park No. 3 (Baronga Avenue), 10:20 am
Reddam 2 v Kambala 3, Queens Park No. 3 (Baronga Avenue), 12:10 pm
Reddam 3 v Ascham 14, Queens Park No. 1 (Baronga Avenue), 9:45 am
Reddam 4 v Ascham 15, Queens Park No. 2 (Darley Road near playground), 9:10 am
Reddam 5 v KRB 16, Reservoir Field No. 2 (Oxford St), 9:10 am
GIRLS
Opens v Brigidine, Pymble Pool, 8:45am
Reddam 1 v SGHS, UNSW Pool 10:00am
Reddam 2 v KRB, UNSW Pool 8:30am
Reddam 3 v Reddam 4, UNSW Pool 10:45am
Reddam 4 v Reddam 3, UNSW Pool 10:45am
Reddam 1 (Year 10/11) v Riverview 1, Queens Park No. 7
(adjacent to the Shed Café, Darley Rd), 8:50 am
Reddam 2 (Year 10/11) v Trinity 1, Queens Park No. 7 (adjacent to the Shed Café, Darley Rd), 8:00 am
Reddam 3 (Year 9) v Riverview 1, Queens Park No. 7, adjacent to the Shed Café, Darley Rd), 10:30 am
Reddam 4 (Year 8) v Waverley 1, Trinity Grammar , 8:00 am. The bus will leave at 7:00 am.
Reddam 5 (Year 7) v Waverley 1, Riverview 1B, 9:30 am. The bus will leave at 8:20am
Water Polo
BOYS
Opens v Joeys, Joeys Pool 9:20am
16s v Knox, Cranbrook Pool 12:20pm
13s v Joeys, Riverview Pool 8:00am
Primary v Knox, Scots Pool 9:30am
Basketball
GIRLS
U12 STORM vs Inner City Stars 4 - 27
U14 TIMBERWOLVES vs Sydney Hoopstars Panthers 7 - 7
U16 SPARKS vs BYE
U16 MYSTICS vs BYE
U18 SUNS vs SGHS Scholar Sportswomen - 21
U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Ravens 20 - 0
BOYS
U10 LAKERS vs Newtown Wizards 8 - 20
U12 BUCKS vs Inner City Hurricanes 44 - 4
U12 RAPTORS vs Newtown Thunder 29 – 0
U12 CAVALIERS vs Inner City Clippers 14 - 24
U12 HORNETS vs St Spyridon College 6- 18
U14 BULLS vs Botany Warriors 19 - 46
U14 MAVERICKS vs Road Runner 40 - 14
U14 PACERS vs Big Dream 12 - 29
U14 NUGGETS vs Newtown Eagles 19 - 19
U16 NETS vs KHY 35 - 31
U16 THUNDER vs Sydney Hoopstars Desperados 45 - 19
U16 ROCKETS vs Newtown Blazers 17 - 12
U16 JAZZ vs Newtown Tigers 8 – 20
U16 WARRIORS vs BYE
U18 HEAT vs Newtown Bullets 20 - 0
U18 GRIZZLIES vs Inner City Rockets 50 - 36
U18 MAGIC vs Inner City Magpies 20 - 0
Cricket
Reddam Rabbits BYE
Reddam Roos 8/86 RJCC Sixers 7/98
Reddam Rhinos 4/192 Easts Beasts 12/109
Reddam v The Cyclones 24 -11
GIRLS
Reddam 1 v SVC 2, 1 - 7
Reddam 2 v SVC 4, 7 - 0
Reddam 3 v Kambala 9, 3 - 2
Reddam 4 v Sceggs 12, 2 - 1
Reddam 5 v Kambala 12, 0 - 0
Netball
Touch Football
BOYS
Reddam 1 (Year 10/11) v Trinity 2, 9 - 1
Reddam 2 (Year 10/11) v Waverley 1, 5 - 2
Reddam 3 (Year 9) v Waverley 1, 5 - 2, 2 - 4
Reddam 4 (Year 8) v Waverley 3, 11 - 6
Reddam 5 (Year 7) v Waverley 3, 11 - 5
Water Polo
GIRLS
Opens v Abbotsleigh, 11-0
Reddam 1 v KRB, 4 10
BOYS
Opens v Kings, 10 2
Year 12- Please make an appointment with Ms Jones for any careers advice.
ANU VISIT-ANU has had to postpone their visit from Monday 20/2 to Wednesday 22/2 . The time for the talk will be 8am.
ATTENTION YEAR 11&12- The University of Sydney is running a series of webinars that may have useful information for you. If interested visit here
Volunteering opportunities- New Ventures Worldwide offer opportunities for volunteering post the HSC. If interested you can watch this video and go to an information evening. Find out more about the service in this Overview Video
We’re running two online Info Sessions for Australian students to learn more about New Ventures Worldwide, how our placements work, and ask us any questions.
Info Session – Tuesday 21st February 2023, 7pm AEST
Info Session – Thursday 23rd February 2023, 7pm AEST
>> CLICK HERE TO REGISTER <<
ATTENTION PARENT OF YEARS 10,11 & 12-An introduction to myfuture (for parents and carers)
Wednesday 08 March 2023, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
This webinar will be an introduction/refresher to the myfuture career information service. The presenter will demonstrate how the platform can be a useful tool in career and transition planning, highlighting resources that are most relevant to your child/ren. This will include reference to myfuture’s psychometric career interest test (My career profile), the occupation and course information, videos, pathway infographics, and resources mapped to the Australian Curriculum Work Studies substrands. This webinar aims to provide attendees with confidence to support their child/ren with their career exploration. Register here.
SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
New UG Nutrition units from 2023
The Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics will be offering two new subjects as part of the undergraduate program from 2023: –FMHU2001 Mythbusting food and health
(Start from S1, 2023) You will develop foundational knowledge in nutrition science, sources of nutrients and energy in the major food groups, and links between foods, dietary patterns and health. This is an elective subject with no requisites, so students studying other degrees can also enrol.
NTDT3002 Evidence-based practice in nutrition
(Start from S2, 2023) You will develop skills to enable you to practice as a nutritionist including nutrition and health promotion, measurement of diets and nutrition, and an ability to critically appraise the medical and sci-
entific literature to ensure lifelong learning in evidencebased nutrition.
Eddie Woo explores Economics at Sydney
In a series of ‘In Conversation’ interviews Eddie Woo explains why you should study Economics at the University of Sydney, including answering: – What careers can I pursue if I do the Bachelor of Economics? – How many majors can I undertake, and what are my options? – Are there any industry opportunities available as an Economics student?
Pathways to Global Literacy
You’re curious about how the world works, keen on global career opportunities and a particular part of the world resonates with you. Sounds like you? Area Studies may just be for you! Learn more about how you can unlock the gateway to the world from our Asian, European and Latin American Studies experts! Watch now on YouTube.
Webinars in February
Life of a Data Scientist | Wed 22 February 4-4:30pm Learn a language: Arabic| Wed 22 February 5-5:30pm
Webinars in March
Project Management | Wed 1 March 4-430pm
Putin, History, and the Ukraine War | Wed 1 March 5530pm
Pathways to studying Law | Wed 8 March 4-430pm
Secondary Teacher | Wed 8 March 5-530pm
Bachelor of Commerce | Wed 15 March 4-5pm
Health Scientist | Wed 22 March 4-430pm
The Digital History of Human Rights| Wed 22 March 5530pm
Bachelor of Advanced Computing | Wed 29 March 4430pm
Interaction Design | Wed 29 March 5.530pm
SCHOLARSHIPS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
MySydney Entry & Scholarship Scheme
The E12 Early Offer and Scholarship Scheme is being discontinued as the University has introduced MySydney. Similarly to E12, MySydney provides entry at a reduced ATAR, yet a more generous scholarship of $8500 per year to students residing in a low socioeconomic area*. MySydney does not require a written application and eligible students will be identified automatically via UAC.
*Residing at the time of UAC application in an area listed in the bottom 25% of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA), Index of Education and Occupation.
Scholarships
The decision was made to discontinue the Sydney Scholars Award. With such a large volume of applications each year, far outweighing the number of Awards available to students, it was decided it was not fair for students to be spending so much time on their applications as such a crucial time of year.
In preparation for the change, the Chancellor’s Award was recently expanded to include students who received a 99.90 ATAR (previously awarded to 99.95 only). This cohort accounted for a large number of the Sydney Scholars Awards historically given to students. Preliminary 2023 offer and enrolment numbers also show that more students who achieved an ATAR of 95.00+ received the University’s new MySydney Scholarship, than those who received the Sydney Scholars Award. There continues to be many academic merit scholarships available at a faculty level which we encourage students to apply for. The scholarships search tool will help students discover the range of scholarships that they may be eligible for.
UNE- REDDAM HOUSE students are invited to participate in the University of New England’s 2024 Early Entry program. Applications are open now, the process is free, easy to complete and completely online.
Year 12 for further information see the email sent to you by Ms Jones during this week.
UNSW KEY DATES FOR 2023
Mark your calendars – we have published this year’s key dates, including a busy calendar of events to support students.
We will advise as soon as event registration is open for the following events.
March 14 Medicine Information Evening
April 18-20
Year 10 & 11 On Campus Experience Days
May 1 Co-op Application opens
May 3 Law Admissions Test Information Evening
May 11&23
Year 10 Info Evening: Subject Selection
May 17 On time UCAT ANZ Applications close (Medicine)
June 13&15
Year 12 Info Evening: Your Journey to UNSW
July most UNSW Scholarships open
August EAPL Adjustment Factor Scheme Appli cations Open
September 2 UNSW Open Day
September 30 UAC Early Bird Preferences close UNSW Medicine Application Portal close UNSW Scholarships Applications close
October 11 HSC Written exams begin
Professional Cadetships Australia provides the opportunity for Year 12 students to apply for a cadetship whilst also studying a degree at university. They partner with UBS, Barrenjoey Capital Partners and the Macquarie Group for a range of cadetships.
Applications open on 6 March . For more information visit their website at www.businesscadetships.com.au
November 30 EAPL applications close
December UNSW Info Week
