Reddam House High School Newsletter Vol 23 Issue 15

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I have been following the progress toward the Grand Final of the Year 9 debating team with interest for several reasons. Firstly the team is made up of Year 8 students and secondly, they are fantastic at what they do. On Friday night, Ms. Guinea, Dee, and I went to support this team in the Grand Final when they debated against Sydney Boys High School, and I’m pleased to announce that they continued their run of victories and were awarded the trophy for the best Year 9 team in the Eastside competition for 2023. I was so impressed. Congratulations to the team of Evan Zhu, Emma Bradburn, Katherine Seki, and Maddie Wenmohs

The highlight of the Visual Art Calendar, the HSC Art Showcase, was held on Monday evening. I imagine at least five hundred parents and their children from all Year groups viewed the exhibition. The Year 12 installations were once again awe-inspiring. These students' exceptional talent was on display for all to see. This artistic process does not happen in a vacuum, and the entire Art department, under the leadership of Laurellen Symonds, has created a safe space in which students can imagine, explore, make mistakes, and develop their deep conceptual connection with their craft: an exceptionally inspirational evening and my thanks to all involved. I have included an online version of the HSC Visual Arts Showcase Guide for those who could not make the evening.

SHOWCASE GUIDE

Tuesday was Wellbeing Alpaca Day at the Bondi Campus. Students and staff could pet alpacas, Louis and Marilyn, then purchase the bake sale. The very successful meet and greet included fundraising

for the charity "Reach Out" and was organised by the Year 12 Wellbeing Portfolio. Congratulations to them.

Dr. Prue Salter from Enhanced Learning Educational Services (www.enhanced-learning.net) ran a study skills session with Year 11 The session focused on helping students identify changes and improvements they could make to their approach to their studies to maximise their results in their final years of school. The main areas covered with Year 11 were working effectively in the evenings and dealing with distractions, managing time efficiently, planning for assessments, making brainfriendly study notes regularly, and using various active study techniques to suit individual learning preferences. Parents are encouraged to review the handout from the session with students and discuss the main areas identified where changes need to be made. Parents can also find additional study skills tips on the following website: http://studyskillstoptipsparents.com/.

This week our talented Year 8 Drama students presented their Half Yearly Drama Performances, demonstrating their flair for mask and mime techniques. Our students created their white face masks with unique character traits and expressions. They then brought these masks to life on stage, developing quirky exaggerated characters and creating original and entertaining narratives. We are incredibly proud of all of our Year 8 Drama students and congratulate them for their hard work and creativity this semester.

The Instrumental Competition Finals were held on Wednesday evening in Adelaide Hall. The adjudicator for the evening, Karen Carey, was so impressed with the standard of performance from all of our finalists that she had to include other criteria in her judging rubric to distinguish between musicians. Stage presence, connection with the audience, and interpretation of the music became factors that she looked for. Congratulations to all twelve finalists in both sections but special mention to those she awarded bronze, silver, and gold medals.

In the Year 7 - Year 9 section:

Bronze: Eitan Gottheiner on the clarinet.

Silver: Sam Daniels on the drum kit.

Gold: Aliana Ray playing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto

In the Year 10 - Year 12 section:

Bronze: Frankie Kogan on the piano

Silver: Haines Sayer playing the tuba

Gold: Felix Coster on the saxophone playing Gotkovsky’s Brilliance

In Science, the Year 7 students are learning about specialised cells and how they are adapted to perform their functions. We have such a great variety of cells that students are building. Great fun was had while learning these valuable lessons.

The Year 11 Biology students enjoyed an excursion to Longneck Lagoon on Thursday. They travelled to the northwest fringe of Sydney to study the forest and freshwater ecosystems around Longneck Lagoon. For many, it was their first exposure to fieldwork. They learned to record various observations, such as air moisture, soil pH, slope, and canopy density, as they drew a transect of the trees in the forest. The activities around the creek feeding the lagoon were, perhaps, the most memorable. As well as learning various water tests such as turbidity, salinity, and dissolved oxygen, students used dipnets to catch aquatic organisms and identify them. One discovery was the backswimmer, a most exciting insect propelling itself upside down through the water with its back legs acting as oars.

The students felt they had gained a worthwhile learning experience my thanks to Dr. Aan Tham for arranging this learning opportunity for our students.

In Sports News:

Liam McMaster (Year 10) playing for NSWCIS, wins the NSW All Schools Under 15 AFL Championships. (photo attached)

Oliver Sacks (Year 11) and Riley Gamerstfelder (Year 10) are playing for the AICES Under 16 Boys Soccer Team, winning the NSWCIS Championships. Congratulations to Oliver, who now represents NSWCIS at the NSW All-School Championships.

Jayden Finucane (Year 9) and Aston Lake (Year 8) finished 4th in their respective age groups at the AICES Cross Country Championships. They were selected into the AICES Team to compete at the NSWCIS Cross Country Championships next Thursday. (photos attached)

Charlotte Flekser, Tori Fletcher, and Eliza Woolley (all Year 8) had a fantastic day at the school's Gymnastics Championships. Charlotte finished up winning 3rd place in Division 7, Tori 2nd place in Division 6, and Eliza 4th place in Division 6. (photo attached)

Student achievements:

Sylvia Waugh (Year 10) and Janey Martin (Year 8) have been awarded a Young Local Hero award as part of Waverley Council’s Local Hero Awards and nominated for the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards for their action on Climate Change and Strategies to promote sustainability.

Waverley Local Hero Awards

Janey has also been asked to assist the Waverley Mayor at the Waverley Youth Art Prize opening this afternoon. Youth Art Prize - Waverley Council

I wish all our students a calm weekend as they use the time to continue their preparations for their Half Yearly Examinations, which begin two weeks today.

Have a great weekend and week ahead,

Dave Pitcairn

Wellbeing Alpaca Day

Please enjoy some visuals of the pleasure shared at the Wellbeing Alpaca Day at the

Bondi Campus.

Year 12 Biology Excursion

Last week the Year 12 Biology students spent the day at the Museum of Human Disease. There they had the opportunity to view real human diseased organs and diagnose infectious and non-infectious diseases. They also did some study on Genetics and Genetic diseases. It was such a valuable and engaging learning experience for all.

Year 8 Drama

Some more photo's of our talented Year 8 Drama students presenting their Half Yearly Drama Performances.

Double billing Middle School & Year 10 Productions

Rehearsals continue for the Middle School Drama production of Scaredy-Cat by Brendan Hogan and directed by Chris Montgomery, which will be presented at the Bondi Pavilion October 18-19th 2023 as double billing with the Year 10 Play ‘Year Nine Are Animals’ by Richard Tulloch and directed by Will Hodgson.

Tickets for these productions will be released in September 2023.

Music News

Please enjoy an assortment of photographs from our Instrumental Competition Finals.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Vocal Competition Finals Evening on Tuesday 6th June, in the Adelaide Hall starting at 7.00pm.

Sport Fixtures - 3rd June 2023

BASKETBALL

Friday 2nd June - Comets | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St

U16s MYSTICS vs Reddam Sparks 5:15pm Ct 2

U16s LIGHTNING vs KHY Astronauts 4:30pm Ct 1

U16s SPARKS vs Reddam Mystics 5:15pm Ct 2

U18s SUNS vs SGHS Marshmallow Chameleons 5:15pm Ct 1

U18s DIAMONDS vs Inner City Fever 4:30pm Ct 2

Saturday 3rd June - Perry Park | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St

Girls

U10s BOOMERS vs Reddam Tigers 8am Ct 3

U10s TIGERS vs Reddam Boomers 8am Ct 3

U12s STORM vs Inner City Stars 9:40am Ct 3

U14s

U14

Boys

U10s

U10s

U10s

U12s

U12s

U12s

U12s HORNETS vs BYE (no game)

U14s

U14s

U14s

CROSS COUNTRY

NETBALL

Reddam 2 v RRNC, 1:15 PM

Reddam 3 v RBSC, 12:00 PM

Reddam 4 v MASCOT, 12:00 PM

Reddam 5 v BYE, 11:00 AM

Reddam 6 v MRSL, 12:00 PM

Reddam 7 v BYE, 12:00 PM

Reddam 8 v MASCOT, 11:00 AM

Reddam 9 v STC, 11:00 AM

Reddam 10 v Randwick Rugby, 10:00am

Reddam 11 v Mascot, 10:00am

Reddam 12 v Mascot, 10:00am

Reddam 13 v Mascot, 9:00am

Reddam 14 v Double Bay, 8:00am

Reddam 15 v Randwick Rugby, 8:00am

SOCCER

High School Girls

Reddam U15 v Easts FC U15, Lyne Park, Rose Bay, 11:00am

High School Boys

Reddam Year 10 v Reddam 9R, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 12.00pm

Reddam Year 9R v Reddam 10R, Parade Ground No. 6

Reddam Year 9E v Sydney Grammar, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 11.00am

Reddam Year 8 v Scots College, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 9.00am

Reddam Year 7R v Scots College, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 10.00am

Reddam Year 7E v Sydney Grammar, Parade Ground No.6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 8.00am

Reddam Primary

Reddam 9 United V Easts FC Milan 10.00am Queens Park Mini Field 2D

Reddam 9 City V Maroubra United Jets 10.00am Coral Sea Field 2A

Reddam 10 United BYE

Reddam 10 City V Pagewood Hornets 11.00am Jellicoe Park Half Field 2A

Reddam 11 City V Glebe Wanderers 12.00pm Heffron Park Field 1A

Reddam 12 City V Pagewood Botany Great Whites 1.00pm Jellicoe Park Half Field 2A

Sport Results - 27th May 2023

BASKETBALL

Girls

U16s MYSTICS vs KHY Astronauts 0 - 20 (forfeit)

U16s LIGHTNING vs Inner City Jazz 59 - 10

U16s SPARKS vs Newtown Storm 23 - 45

U18s SUNS vs SGHS Beef Pide 35 - 7

U18s DIAMONDS vs Inner City Fire 21 - 16

U10s BOOMERS vs Sydney Hoopstars Tigers 6 - 32

U10s TIGERS vs Inner City Cupcakes 17 - 4

U12s STORM vs KHY Astronauts 3 - 32

U14s TIMBERWOLVES vs KHY Astronauts 51 - 2

U14 FLAMES vs BYE (no game)

Boys

U10s LAKERS vs BYE (no game)

U10s SPURS vs Reddam Wizards 25 - 8

U10s WIZARDS vs Reddam Spurs 8 - 25

U12s BUCKS vs Proball Raptors 24 - 18

U12s RAPTORS vs Newtown Power 15 - 14

U12s CAVALIERS vs Inner City Rebels 34 - 19

U12s HORNETS vs Sydney HoopStars Adders 8 - 10

U14s BULLS vs Reddam Stags 34 - 8

U14s STAGS vs Reddam Bulls 8 - 34

U14s MAVERICKS vs Newtown Yowies 44 - 17

U14s PACERS vs Reddam Nuggets 29 - 18

U14s NUGGETS vs Reddam Pacers 18 - 29

U16s WARRIORS vs BYE (no game)

U16s THUNDER vs Newtown Hawks 35 - 15

U16s ROCKETS vs Newtown Jazz 10 - 57

U16s JAZZ vs BYE (no game)

U16s BLAZERS vs Sydney Hoopstars Desperados 17 - 44

U18s HEAT vs White Eagles B 23 - 35

U16s NETS vs KHY 30 - 16

U18s GRIZZLIES vs Goon Squad 33 - 36

U18s MAGIC vs Inner City Mavericks 55 - 19

NETBALL

Reddam 1 v Bondi, 57 - 8

Reddam 2 v KRB, 61 - 19

Reddam 3 v Bondi, 39 - 13

Reddam 4 v Saints, 14 - 2

Reddam 5 v Mascot, 26 - 18

Reddam 6 v Mascot, 29 - 20

Reddam 7 v KRB, 14 - 11

Reddam 8 v RRNC, 46 - 4

Reddam 9 v Mascot, 19 - 2

Reddam 10 v Mascot, 14-19

Reddam 11 v Bondi Phoenix, 4-12

Reddam 12 v Mascot, 1-33

Reddam 13 v KRB, 9-8

Reddam 14 v All Stars, 1-5

Reddam 15 v St Caths, 2-5

SOCCER

High School Girls

Reddam U15 v Pagewood U15 0-8

High School Boys

Reddam Year 10 v St Ignatius College 10-0

Reddam 9R v St Ignatius College 9-0

Reddam Year 9E v Sydney Boys High School 1-1

Reddam Year 8 v Sydney Grammar 6-0

Reddam Year 7R v Sydney Grammar 4-0

Reddam Year 7E v Newington 3-3

Reddam Primary

Reddam 9 United 2 Mascot Kings Purple Mixed Jets 2

Reddam 9 City 8 Maroubra United Purple Wolf Hearts 0

Reddam 10 United 0 Easts FC Red Everton 5

Reddam 10 City 9 Maroubra United Rascals 0

Reddam 11 City BYE

Reddam 12 City 7 Dunbar Rovers Orange 1

Careers News

GENERAL

Year 12 please make an appointment with Ms Jones for any Careers advice.

Year 12 for further information and deadlines, you must READ THE EMAILS sent to you directly by Ms Jones.

A reminder to Year 10 students: The upcoming holiday period is a good time to commence looking for a work experience placement for term 4.

HSC and Careers Expo Randwick Racecourse - an invaluable opportunity to find out about various careers, universities and gain extra knowledge for your subjects. Saturday 3 June 2023.

General Admission is $12 per person.

Please scroll through and expand the University cards or website cards of choice to review content.

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

ACT nursing and paramedicine enhanced guided visit | Tuesday 4 July 10am – 1pm Register now

ACT social work enhanced guided visit | Wednesday 12 July 11am – 1pm Register now

ACT teaching enhanced guided visit | Thursday 13 July 11am – 1pm Register now

Did you want to take a deeper dive into your desired field of study? Join us for a discipline-specific guided visit.

You’ll be shown around campus by a current student in your discipline and meet academic staff for a Q&A session.

Guided visits all campuses | Year round Register now

Explore your local ACU campus and its facilities.

Open Day

Blacktown Campus Saturday 29 July 10am – 2pm

North Sydney Campus Saturday 5 August 10am – 2pm

Canberra Campus Saturday 2 September 12pm – 3pm

Strathfield Campus Saturday 9 September 10am – 2pm

Register your interest

Our Open Days are the perfect opportunity to find out all you need to know about studying at ACU. You can talk with current students and staff, discuss your study options with our experts, attend a presentation or panel, tour the campus, and take part in a range of fun activities.

Study at ACU Webinar Series

Regional and remote student info session and panel | Tuesday 20 June 6 – 6.30pm Register now

Join us to hear about entry programs, student accommodation options, scholarships, support services, student life and more.

ACU Guarantee: early offer application process and student panel (NSW/ACT/Qld) | Tuesday 18 July 6 – 6.30pm Register now

Join us to learn detailed information on how to apply to this early offer program, and hear current students share their experiences.

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

Various dates Explore ACU:NSW Campuses

1-3 June HSC Careers Expo

22-24 June Western Sydney Careers Expo

Webinars

19 July ACU Entry and pathways

Various dates Study at ACU Series

Various dates Talk with Industry Series

DEFENCE FORCE RECRUITING

Defence Force Recruiting's Trade's Teams have new information sessions in June.

Do you have students interested in gaining a trade while earning a salary above the industry standard within the Australian Defence Force, with shortened training periods and nationally recognized qualifications?

They will be provided with guaranteed job security, housing benefits, free medical and dental as well as 16.4% superannuation on top of a competitive salary. Plus, they will have physical activity included in their typical days’ work and plenty of time to play sport and socialise.

Even if someone is unsure of what a Defence Career can offer them, there are over 200 exciting roles available and attending an information session is a great way to discover what Defence can offer.

UPCOMING EVENTS PAGE

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY

WEBINAR SERIES FOR YEAR 12 The Year 12 series provides students with everything they need to know about university – from exploring our courses, entry programs and how to apply, to reducing Year 12 study stress and leaving home.

7 June - Early Entry Info Session

14 June - Study Without Stress

19 July - Relocating to Macquarie. All sessions are from 6:00 - 7:00pm. All registrants are provided with a link to the recording of the session after the webinar. REGISTRATION

SAVE THE DATES

MACQUARIE LEADERS AND ACHIEVERS EARLY ENTRY SCHEME Applications open 1 June

OPEN DAY Saturday, 12 August

RESOURCES

HSC STUDY LAB

HSC Study Lab is an online learning and teaching resource for year 11 and year 12 students and teachers. These courses are based on the aims and objectives of the NSW syllabus and are available online 24/7. LEARN MORE

MACQUARIE LEADERS AND ACHIEVERSEARLY ENTRY SCHEME

Applications are now open for the Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme! Current Year 12 students who have performed well academically in Year 11 and demonstrate leadership skills, personal development, and dedication through extracurricular activities, can apply for their dream degree through this scheme.

Your students could secure their dream degree early to allow them to focus and do their best on their final exams. Hear how Sienna got into her dream degree early – and how that helped her smash the HSC!

Students can list up to five courses in their application. Students will automatically be assed for The Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Scholarship valued at $10,000 per year for up to 5 years for 20 outstanding applicants and/or the Bachelor of Economics Grant valued at $2,500 for their first year of study for 10 outstanding applicants.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Students apply directly through the Macquarie Leaders and Achievers webpage

• We recommend that students use their personal email address and not a school address to create their application.

• Students cannot change their course preferences once they have submitted their application (unlike SRS through UAC). They should list their course preferences according to what they wish to study most.

• Students can only apply once and can only receive one outcome through this scheme. If a student has received an application outcome in the first round, they will not be considered for another outcome in the second round.

• To be considered in the first round, students must submit their application by 11:59pm on Monday, 31 July 2023 to receive an outcome on 4 September. Final applications close on 31 August to receive an outcome on 28 September 2023.

FIND OUT MORE

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Key dates for 2023

18 April - 20 September Monash Medicine Tours

27 June - 4 July Science Precinct Tours

Access Monash Online Seminars | 4 May - 12 September Online Seminar Series

Access Monash mentors are delivering online seminars providing tips and insider knowledge from March to September for high school students. Find out more

General Updates:

Self-guided campus tours

Discover Monash events

One-on-one consultations

Indigenous student support

Monash explorer

Monash Guarantee and SEAS

Disability Support Services

Peer Mentoring

Monash Business School

Primary Teaching

Virtual World Engineering

NIE CAREERS - STUDYING MEDICINE

We are excited to announce that enrollment in 'The Future Doctors Australia' program is now open! Please note, the spots in this program are strictly limited.

The Future Doctors Australia program offers a unique opportunity for school students (ages: 14-18) aspiring to pursue a career in medicine. Through engaging sessions led by experienced medical specialists, practical learning activities, and insights into the admission process, the program aims to inspire and equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their medical journey. This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights and guidance from medical professionals who are passionate about shaping the future of healthcare.

Dates of upcoming programs:

Sydney: 5 - 8 October 2023

Adelaide: 13 - 16 October 2023

Brisbane: 9 - 12 December 2023

Melbourne: 25 - 28 January 2024

For further information and enrolment details please visit WWW.NIECAREERS.COM.AU

NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY

Notre Dame University's Young Achievers Early Offer Program is now open!

Your students can now submit an application to Australia's #1 University for overall employment of graduates.* We're committed to supporting each student individually to grow their skills and impact as ethical leaders of the future.

Important: Applications for the Young Achievers Early Offer Program can only be made by applying direct and will close on 30 September. Any applications made to Notre Dame from UAC will not be considered for an early offer, these applications will be considered during main round only. Apply Direct

Have a student who needs assistance with their application now? Notre Dame offers 1:1 application advice sessions for Year 12's and you can book a time with us here

Early Offer Program2023

Returning in 2023, Year 12 students can use their experience to secure an early spot in their dream course at RMIT. We're offering more course options and applicants can now elect to share their outcome with you, to assist with course advice. Find out more

RMIT EVENTS

Tech & Trades Experience Day - 29 June

RMIT is hosting a free Tech and Trades Experience Day for Years 10, 11 and 12 students and their parents/guardians. The event will include hands-on workshops, tours of the facilities, interactions with teachers and current students, and opportunities to ask questions.

Register to attend

School Holiday Campus Tours - 26 June - 5 July

In the upcoming school holidays, RMIT will be hosting campus tours at City, Brunswick and Bundoora. We hope to see your students take the chance to find out more about RMIT.

Register to attend

Open Day 2023 - Save the dates

6 August - Bundoora campus

13 August - City/Brunswick campuses

RMIT Open Day, AKA NextFest, is a chance to experience what it is like to be an RMIT student. Students can explore the campus, meet their future teachers, ask questions and make friends. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn all the tips and tricks from current students and alumni.

Register to stay updated

Key Dates

31 July - VTAC Opens Students submitting an Early Offer application, should add this course to their VTAC preference list.

17 Sept - Applications close Encourage students to apply soon, they don't need to wait until VTAC opens.

By 28 Sept - Applicants will receive an outcome Students who are made an RMIT conditional offer, will still need to meet all selection requirements.

Register to stay up-to-date

SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY

Southern Cross University has early entry and other options for entry for interested students.

Southern Cross Advance allows high school students to explore their future career and study options, advance their leadership skills and make connections. It also provides opportunities for direct entry, early offers and scholarships.

You can find out more information Southern Cross Advance or download the PDF here.

Applications open 4 April 2023, providing graudating high school students the opportunity to secure a place in a Southern Cross University degree before Year 12 results are released.

Open Day - talk to use about courses, ask questions about your individual situation or find out more about styding at Southern Cross Uni. Online from July 7: discover.scu.edu.au

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY

MySydney Entry and Scholarship Scheme | Webinar

Join us online on Wednesday the 14th of June 5–5:30 pm to learn about our new MySydney Entry and Scholarship Scheme for students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out how you can enter your dream degree with a lowered ATAR requirement and receive ongoing financial and other support, including an $8,500 per annum scholarship. Find out about the eligibility criteria, how to apply, benefits, and frequently asked questions.

In-person

Students can join us at the Camperdown main campus for a short presentation followed by a 1:1 personal feedback session on their current portfolio to identify opportunities for improvement before their final submission. Students are also invited to join a tour of the facilities by current students, where they can discover what it's like to study at the SCA. Register here.

Online 90-minute lectures for Science Extension HSC students | May and June

HSC Science Extension students and teachers can join this free, interactive lecture to learn more about the fundamentals of data analysis in line with the syllabus. There will be an opportunity for you and your students to hear from and meet our STEM research mentors from multiple faculties. By the time students leave, they should feel confident stepping out into their own exciting dive into authentic scientific research.

Click here for more information, dates and to register.

Student consults with a data specialist on their individual projects | May and June

The Faculty of Science presents these free after-school online sessions where individual HSC Science Extension students from NSW can sign up to hear from the University of Sydney's tutoring data scientists. Students can book in for a half-hour time slot with a small number of other students to receive personalised advice and recommendations for their own investigation data. Teachers are also welcome to attend these sessions. If you have a class of more than five students, contact us to book your own session for your class. Click here for more information and to register.

Indonesia in Action Day, School of Languages and Cultures

Friday 9 June, 9 am – 2 pm

Indonesia in Action Day aims to bring Indonesian language students from multiple schools to the University with the ultimate purpose of encouraging lifelong interest in Indonesia and to strengthen the learning of Indonesian in NSW. This year’s event will have multiple rounds of fun activities and

presentations aimed at increasing student engagement and exposure to Indonesian language and culture. Students will also have the opportunity to hear from current University of Sydney students and graduates who have studied Indonesian about their experiences, insights, and how Indonesian has boosted their career opportunities. Click here to register and find out more.

ARTiculate Talk series: online support for HSC students and resources for high school teachers

Our ARTiculate talk series aims to support high school students undertaking the HSC to enrich their understanding in subjects related to arts, humanities and social sciences, and serve as a resource to teachers. Here are our upcoming online sessions:

– English: Critical and creative responses under pressure | Thursday 15 June, 5–6 pm

Click here to register.

– Spanish Continuers and Extension: what is next? | Monday 31 July, 5–6 pm

Click here to register.

Sydney Conservatorium of Music (SCM): Submit your audition or portfolio

Register your audition/interview via our portal if you are applying to the University's SCM for an undergraduate degree commencing in Semester 2 2023 or Semester 1 2024.

For more information on audition/interview requirements, important dates and how to apply, or to register, click here

Upcoming Webinars

Click here to view all of our Term 2 webinars

Pathways to Studying Law | Wednesday 7 June 4–4:30 pm

Join us to find out about the University of Sydney's Bachelor of Laws and how these courses provide students with the skills, knowledge, and connections to become internationally focused lawyers.

Pathways to Oral Health and Dentistry for Indigenous StudentsWednesday 7 June 5–5:30 pm

The Faculty of Medicine and Health has introduced an entry pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who aspire to become dentists. This new pathway starts with a TAFE Certificate III in Dental Assistance, which provides the foundation for admission to the Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH) at the University of Sydney. After completing the BOH, students can apply for entry into the Doctor of Dental Medicine program that leads to becoming a qualified dentist. Join us to find out more.

TORRENS UNIVERSITY

Just launched: Year 10 Course Guide

Our new Year 10 Course Guide will help your students make informed decisions about their senior years and beyond. From subject selection to career pathways, it’s packed with essential insights to guide their academic journey.

Download a Year 10 Course Guide

Bright Awards Design & Creative Technology competition

Encourage your students to showcase their creativity in our Bright Awards. Open to Years 10–12, the nationwide competition now offers more categories and prizes. Students can win* $2,500, plus $5,000 for their school and a 50% scholarship to study Design and Creative Technology. Download, print and hang up a copy of our Bright Awards poster. Share our Design Thinking Worksheets to help with their submission. *T&Cs apply.

Learn more

UAC

UAC Guide 2023/24

Applications

A reminder that if students from NSW or ACT didn't receive their UAC PIN via email on 5 April, please have them contact our customer service line on 02 9752 0200 for assistance.

Students who are completing IB or Year 12 in WA can now apply via UAC, as we have their details in our system for them to lodge their application.

I have had many questions about not finding courses on the UAC website. Please advise your students that if they can't find the course/s they are looking for, it just means that the uni hasn't provided UAC with all details as yet. All courses will be listed progressively and no later than 1 August.

Schools Recommendation Scheme

At the end of April, UAC received 2000 SRS applications which is up by 18% at the same time last year.

And a reminder that schools won't be able to rate students until early to mid-August. We will be in touch soon to confirm the timing of this. We want to thank you for your patience while we are working on changes to improve SRS.

Early entry offer schemes

As you are all aware, there are many different early-entry applications, including SRS, so here are a few tips for students.

• If students want to keep all opportunities open to them, then they should apply for both early entry as well as through UAC for ATAR-based offers.

• Don't duplicate preferences across applications.

• Keep track of all applications lodged.

• Early entry isn't a guarantee of entry, as students must meet the minimum entry requirements.

For more information about each early entry offer scheme, check the UAC website here.

Educational Access Scheme

The UAC website has a great deal of information on the disadvantages students can apply for under EAS. We would recommend students check each category of disadvantage for details on documents they may need to provide to get themselves prepared for what's ahead.

To date, we have received just under 3000 EAS applications, with many who have already uploaded the required documents for a full assessment of their application.

The Access booklets are available online for you to download and provide to students if need be.

• Educational Access Schemes

• Schools Recommendation Scheme

• Equity Scholarships

UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA

Early Offer Round Applications Open Today!

Applications for our Early Offer Round for Year 12 students are open, where students can receive an early admission offer under the Early Offer Round using criteria other than their ATAR.

To apply for an early offer, students need to ensure their Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) application includes courses that are available for selection in this offer round. They will then need to complete the supplementary form provided below, ensuring they have uploaded their Year 11 grade results. Please find key application dates for UC’s Early Offer Round:

Applications open: Monday 15 May

Applications close: Sunday 27 August

Please note that course preferences must be finalised in UAC by 31 August to ensure time for assessment. Offers will be issued to domestic students on Thursday 7 September.

Complete the Supplementary Form Here

UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES

Introducing UNSW Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offers

We are excited to announce that for Term 1, 2024 onwards, domestic students who are successful in applying for the UNSW Portfolio Entry Scheme will be eligible for an Early Conditional Offer.

Portfolio Entry provides students applying for most Arts, Design & Architecture and Engineering degrees with the opportunity to showcase their passion and talent through a portfolio of work, alongside their ATAR.

What is a Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer?

Successful applicants will receive an early conditional offer which has an adjusted ATAR requirement up to 10 ATAR points below the lowest selection rank for a specific degree or range of related degrees.

If a student meets or exceeds the adjusted ATAR requirement for an eligible degree and lists this as their highest eligible preference in UAC for the specified UAC offer round, then they will be issued a firm offer to that degree.

For Term 1, 2024 entry, firm offers for Portfolio Entry will be issued in UAC December Round 2 (NSW and ACT applicants) and January Round 1 (Interstate and IB applicants).

When is the Deadline?

Submissions for Term 1, 2024 are already open, with early conditional offers released Friday, 1 September 2023.

A late round of Portfolio Entry applications will open Saturday, 2 September 2023 and close on Wednesday, 22 November 2023. Late round early conditional offers will be released on Friday, 8 December 2023 Find out more

Year 12 Information Evenings: Your Journey to UNSW Students and parents can hear from our experts about the transition from high school to university and get all their questions answered on their pathway options – including our new Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme and the Gateway Application Pathway Early Offers and Early Conditional Offers.

We will also be hosting some of our top industry partners to talk about our work-integrated learning programs.

Students can attend in person or online:

• In-person: Tuesday, 13 June

• Online: Thursday, 15 June

STEM Teachers’ Day

Please share this wonderful opportunity with your colleagues teaching in STEM!

Join us on campus on Friday, 23 June to gain some practical techniques to boost STEM education in the classroom and beyond. You'll connect with our world-leading researchers to discuss emerging innovations, workshops and outreach opportunities to further support and enhance your teaching. Register here

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.

July most UNSW Scholarships open

August EAPL Adjustment Factor Scheme Applications 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

November 30 EAPL applications close

December UNSW Info Week

LAT program for those interested in studying Law at UNSW next year:

We have an exciting opportunity for your students interested in studying law at UNSW! As you may already know, the Law Admission Test (LAT) is a crucial step towards gaining admission into law at UNSW. That's where LAT Plus comes in. Our Law Admission Test (LAT) Plus Accelerator Program is designed to help students develop essential skills required to succeed in the LAT. The LAT Plus Accelerator equips students with the tools, advice, and confidence to succeed in the LAT.

The LAT Plus Accelerator is an interactive program which helps students develop strategies for deconstructing questions, solidify critical thinking skills, and hone persuasive writing abilities. We also provide strategies to succeed in the LAT and empower students to achieve their full potential. We offer students an immersive experience where they will have the opportunity to ask live questions, partake in interactive exercises, complete practice papers, and receive live feedback during the Program. In addition, we offer further practice papers and complementary written feedback to help students continue refining their skills following the completion of the program. If interested see Ms Jones for more details.

UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY

Open Day – Sunday 2 July 2023 – save the date !

Registrations are now open for Open Day 2023. Register now to join us on Sunday 2 July for your change to win 1 of 3 e-giftcards valued at $1000.

Open Day is a great opportunity to discover everything Western has to offer, explore presentations and student panels, meet academics and current students, find out about Western’s early offer pathway, HSC True Reward and more. Register your interest HERE

HSC True Reward Early Offer Program

Our HSC True Reward early offer program will give school leavers much needed peace of mind, providing students with an early offer into most university degrees based on their Year 11 or Year 12 results.

Students can explore the HSC True Reward webpage for more information on important dates, subject requirements and how to apply for study in 2024.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program is an alternative entry pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Whether students are working, unemployed, studying at TAFE, or coming straight from high school, this program is an option for them.

The Pathway Program assessments and Academic Consultation will be available both on-campus and online.

Upcoming Assessment round:

Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 August (2024 commencement)

Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 November (2024 commencement)

Casual work opportunity for students 16 yrs and older:

Rainbow Club Australia is a network of social swimming clubs for children with a disability and we are on the search for new teachers in your area.

We would like to extend an invitation to students at your school to attend our upcoming Train to Teach Program in Waverley (St Catherine’s) on 4th June 2023.

Rainbow Clubs Train to Teach is a special intensive program that will allow your students to become a qualified swim teacher for free! Once qualified, they will have a guaranteed, paid teaching position with Rainbow Club. Rainbow Club provides invaluable experience, great pay, and regular weekend work in our new club opening shortly in your area.

Students can apply to join our Train to Teach Program directly from our website; Train to Teach

Upcoming Events

6 June: Vocal Competition Final @ 7 pm

7 June: History Tour 2024, Information Evening @ 6.45pm

12 June: King's Birthday (school closed)

16-22 June: Years 7, 8 & 9 Half Yearly Examinations

16-30 June: Years 10 & 11 Mid Year Examinations

22 June - 7 July: Year 12 Pre-Trial Examinations

30 June: Students last day of term (excluding Y12 still sitting exams)

Reddam House Tours / Camps 2024

Reddam House Tours / Camps 2023

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