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Tradition, Innovation and Excellence

Find us at: 625 Kiewa Street, Albury NSW 2640

Email: albury-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Website: www.albury-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Twitter: @Albury_High

Phone: 02 6021 3488

Term 2 Week 7 2014

Issue 8

12th

June 2014

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Principal’s Report

Congratulations to:

Rachel Fellows for her selection to represent the Riverina at

the 2014 NSW All School Golf State Championships

Isabel Mitchell for competing at the Victorian Gymnastics

Championships on the weekend. As a result she has now been selected for the Victorian State Gymnastics Team

Bridget Johnston (Year 10) for her selection as a reserve for

the School Sport Australia Open Waterpolo Team after their championships in Queensland. Bridget also received the encouragement goalie award for the tournament. This continues an outstanding season for Bridget, following her Australian age group waterpolo selection earlier in the year.

Mr Darryl Ward Principal

YEAR ADVISERS CORNER

YEAR 9 Year 9 have been participating in a series of Health seminars provided by Medicare Local and presented by Dr Rosie Saxton. I would like to thank Rosie for her great efforts in engaging the students and providing valuable information regarding health matters. I would also like to thank Year 9 for their enthusiastic approach and excellent manners.

Mrs Marita Harriss

YEAR 11 STUDY DAY

The school’s Year 11 Study Day was held at the Latrobe University’s Wodonga Campus Friday 6

th June. Having the

day at the campus reinforces the links Albury High School already has with this tertiary institution and provides the students with a snapshot of life at university. All Year 11 students were expected to attend this study day as it is seen as an integral part of their senior studies program. The purpose of this day is to provide our senior students with

some extra skills that will assist them in undertaking their Preliminary and HSC courses. It allows students to reflect on their progress through their stage 6 education program and a look at possible future pathways.

Staff from Albury High School and Latrobe conducted a number of workshops and presentations throughout the day. There was a great introductory session with a panel of year 12 students; Louise Ainsworth, Dylan Harris, Spencer Hunter and Jacob Povolny and past student Jake Shannon; who is currently studying Nursing at La Trobe.

Workshops covered: relevant careers information, note taking and summarising, stress management and time management. Many thanks to Ms Madden, Miss McNair, Mr Morrison, Mr Jory, Mr Jackson, Miss Peel, Mrs Carol Watson and the staff at La Trobe for their contribution on the day.

Mr Andrew King Deputy Principal - Senior School

YEAR 11 BUSINESS STUDIES TRIP TO MARS PETCARE On Friday 9

th April

the year 11 Business Studies class

had an excursion to Mars Petcare company in Wodonga. During the excursion students had an opportunity to tour the ‘single serve’ plant where they viewed the transformation of meat slabs to packaged pet food ready for distribution. Before entering the plant students had to put on hair nets, ear plugs, long coats and safety glasses. Looking like scientists they were shown around the plant by employees. The students also watched a presentation about the Mars company; their views, standards, future ambitions and other internal franchises. The presentation was informative and greatly appreciated by all students.

Mr Richard Leahy Social Science Teacher

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SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHS School photographs are fast approaching as the 17

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June is next week. Thus, it is very important that students are at school on these days and are in the required uniform so they can be involved. On Wednesday the individual, family and special group photographs will take place. On this day the uniform is as

follows: · Junior boys - junior tie, grey jumper & grey shirt; · Senior boys - senior tie, grey jumper & blue shirt; · Junior girls - junior tie, red jumper & white shirt; · Senior girls - senior tie, red jumper & blue shirt.

Students involved in sporting team photographs on the Tuesday also have set uniform requirements. Please ensure your child refers to the sporting uniform information also provided in this Grapevine issue and that they contact their Team Coach or Manager if they have any queries.

Please note the photograph envelopes have been issued to students and they are meant to bring these on Wednesday even if they are not intending to purchase a photograph. Security of the envelopes is of paramount importance and students are reminded not to leave photograph envelopes unattended or in their bags.

Please contact either Mr Greg Wright or Ms Tanya Mortimer if you have any queries regarding school photographs.

Ms Tanya Mortimer Head Teacher Home Economics, VET & Careers

SRC NEWS The SRC is having a very productive 1

st Semester.

Last Friday we held a successful bake sale, raising funds for ‘Writing with a Disability’. We raised $250 for one of our students, Emily Riley’s, chosen charity.

Currently, the SRC have three upcoming projects that we hope to complete by the end of Term 3. One project is to raise funds for either a refrigerated water bubbler or to provide more cover for shade in the year 8 areas.

Secondly, the SRC are planning to raise awareness and funds for Youth Homelessness by holding a musical evening.

The third project is in conjunction with the District SRC. We are planning to raise awareness for the ‘Don’t Text and Drive’ campaign.

We are preparing for the SRC Year 7 elections, to ensure that the elected students can be included in our activities by Term 3. Guidance classes will outline the roles and responsibilities of the SRC.

POSTCARD PORTRAITS During the Archibald Exhibition which was on display at the Albury Museum recently, students from all schools in the district were invited to include something in the Postcard show, which was intended to encourage students to explore the genre of portraiture.

Students from most Visual Arts classes contributed a piece of work, using a variety of techniques including watercolours, printmaking, painting, drawing and collage.

All the works were on display in the library during the Archibald Exhibition.

Mrs Paula Watson

A showcase of Albury High School student’s work will be held on the 26

th June from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.

The evening will include: Performances Competitions Static displays Digital displays Demonstrations Food and drinks for purchase

All faculties are involved in some way, so all students will be represented. Please come along and support your school!

The SRC is holding a Trivia Day in the hall on 27

th

June, the last day of term, for all students. This will be held during periods 5, 6, 7 and 8. There will be a cost of $5 to book a table with a maximum of 5 per table. This will be a fun day to test your general knowledge and to win great prizes. We look forward to everyone entering!

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UNIVERSITY PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS Albury High School is currently hosting a number of university students completing various teaching placements. The students work with our staff to further enhance their university training, and in most cases will ‘team teach’ with our staff. They will then teach classes independently under the classroom teacher’s supervision. The majority of placements occur from Charles Sturt University and La Trobe University. This is a great opportunity to showcase the teaching profession and our school.

Mr Damian Toohey

Deputy Principal - Junior School PSSA ATHLETICS CARNIVAL A group of Year 9 PASS students went to the PSSA Athletics Carnival on Thursday 5

th June to act as

volunteer student officials. Following is a snippet of the email received from the carnival coordinator, Jason Hallandale from Howlong Public School.

They were absolutely outstanding Tara!

Thank you so much.

The students selected were friendly, helpful and showed plenty of initiative.

There were plenty of good comments from other teachers at the carnival too.

They just made the day run so smoothly.

Once again, thank you so much for organising them.

Thank you very much to the following students for representing AHS, the community and your families to the highest of standards and for being honest and reliable!

Emma Martin Jasmina Ainsworth Tim Miles Angus Kilby Avery Weilandt Jaidan Hicks Joe Cass Shannon Palmer Juliah Farrah Sam Bruce Lachlan Dowding Maya Davis Kenna Watson Laura Thompson

Miss Tara McRae

ZONE CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL The Zone Cross Country Carnival was held on Friday 30th May in warm sunshine at a wet and muddy Mungabareena Reserve. Our team of runners looked great in our new singlets courtesy of the AHS P&C - thanks very much. The students were enthusiastic and competitive in their events and Albury High School were once again successful in winning this carnival. Congratulations to all of our runners for their excellent behaviour, participation and performances!

Zone Age Champions were: 12 years Wendell McFarland

13 years Kyle Cooper

14 years Jackson Whiley

18+ years Lily Marschall

The Riverina Cross Country Carnival is to be held in Gundagai on Tuesday 17th June. Students who finished in the top 8, in their respective age group, are eligible to compete at these championships. From the results of the Riverina trials they may then gain selection for the State Cross Country Carnival.

Mr Greg King Head Teacher PDHPE

YEAR 10 PDHPE As part of the Year 10 PDHPE Anti-Discrimination Unit, students were required to write a poem. This is one example of work submitted:

I Have a Dream I have a dream where the world is one

where we all come together With no wars to be won.

Of a world without judgement

without fear and terror where no one is different, or full of rage and anger.

Could it be possible? Could all this be true?

Could we live in a world where I’m no different than you?

I have a dream of global acceptance,

a dream of freedom, a dream of quintessence.

Of a world in harmony,

a world in peace, a world where we aren’t judged by our

sexuality.

Now could it be possible? Could all this be true?

Could we live in a world where I’m no different than you?

Could we live in a world with no hate or

disgust? Could we live in a world with no political fuss?

In a world with so much love to spare, that when you have a bad day people actually

care.

I have a dream where gay is okay. Where we aren’t afraid of what someone

might say. Where children are cherished, and aren’t

treated like trash, where love is more important than power or

cash.

So could it be possible? Could all this be true?

Could we live in a world where I’m no different than you?

Where your personal choice is exactly that.

Where rumours aren’t spread instead of true facts.

I want a world filled with laughter and fun, a world full of freedom, and hate towards

none. I want a world full of respect and peace, where people speak kindly with a “Thank

You” at least.

Can we live in a world where love is love? Where we don’t hide who we are, like a

hand in a glove. I want a world where we can all stand tall, with no discrimination or fighting, just ac-

ceptance for all.

I want a world with no lying or cheating; where children aren’t controlled by a brutal

beating. I want a world where we are who we are

where it’s exactly that, not something bizarre.

So could this be possible?

Can all this be true? Can we live in a world where I’m no different

than you?

By Abbey Groth

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WEEKS 8 & 9 COMING EVENTS Tuesday June 17th School Photographs

Riverina Cross Country Carnival

P&C Meeting 7:15pm - Staff Room

Wednesday June 18th School Photographs

Year 12 TIS Day held at Albury Convention Centre

Thursday June 19th Parent Teacher Night - Year 10

Tuesday June 24th Riverina Athletics Carnival

Wednesday June 25th Parent Teacher Night - Year 8

Friday June 27th Last Day Term 2

AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE CADETS

NOW RECRUITING

Looking for a challenge? Want to push yourself to the limits?

Thought about flying an aircraft before you drive a car?

Want to try gliding or abseiling? Enjoy teamwork?

Consider yourself a future ‘leader’? Are considering a military career?

Are you aged between 13 and 18 (at July 2014)?

If you answered YES to ANY of these questions, then come to our:

INFORMATION EVENING

Sunday 22 June 2014, 5pm-6:30pm 412 Squadron - Australian Air Force Cadets

Cnr Avalon St & Dalton Place, Albury Airport

For more information please contact FLTLT (AAFC) DANNY SALMON

0427 414 894

Email: co.412sqn@aafc.org.au Check out our National website at www.aafc.org.au

AHS music teacher Helena Barber (aka Helena Kernaghan) has released a CD of a Live performance with her trio The Orpheus Piano Trio. If you're interested in purchasing a copy of this performance from their recent regional tour, check the webpage listed below for more details orpheuspianotrio.bigcartel.com

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