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WHAT’S COMING UP? JULY

24 Newcastle Uni UAC talk – Yrs 11 & 12

25 Western Region Athletics

28 Assembly and tour of our school – 11.30 am

30 Middle Years Gala Day 12 noon – 3 pm

31

Motivational Media 9 – 10 am

AUGUST

4 PBL Assembly

7 Australian Maths Comp

P&C MEETING TUESDAY 5 AUGUST

AT 7.00 PM ENQUIRIES –

PHIL SIMMONS 6889 8393

(from left) Mark, Brittney, Rebekah, Melissa, Holly, Abbey, Fallon & Will participated in and hosted the NSW Legacy Junior Public Speaking final

Lana trying out her Digital Media skills Abbey and Will overseeing the Public Speaking at TAFE Taster Finals

C L A I M T H E D A T E – NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE SPECTACULAR

WEDNESDAY 27 AUGUST

PUBLIC EDUCATION WEEK JOINT ASSEMBLY WITH NARROMINE PUBLIC SCHOOL

MONDAY 28 JULY AT 11.30 am IN SCHOOL HALL FOLLOWED

BY STUDENT LED TOUR OF SCHOOL AND SAUSAGE SIZZLE. WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU!

Narromine High School Newsletter

Phone - 6889 1499 Email - narromine-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au Webpage - www.narromine-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 3 Week 2B Issue 10 Wednesday 23 July 2014

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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Welcome back - it has been a great start to the term, with students quickly settling back into their work routines. At the first day PBL Assembly I told the students that I was really pleased to be back at Narromine High School and that I was especially pleased that I will be here until the end of the year. I commended them as a group for their first half of the year. I also challenged each student at this halfway point of the year to reflect on the things they have done well and the areas they can improve on. A new semester is an opportunity for everyone to make some improvement.

Public Education Week: Next week is Public Education Week. On Wednesday there will be a Middle Years Gala Day involving Years 5 - 7 students and on Friday a group of students will be visiting Timbrebongie for morning tea.

We would love you to join us on Monday 28 July for a joint assembly with Narromine Public School at 11:30. Following the assembly, which will include student items from both schools, we will be conducting a brief student–led tour of Narromine High School.

Reminder about uniform – with the recent blast of cold air, it is a timely reminder about uniform. Tops, jumpers or hoodies should be navy.

School Plan We are starting the school planning process for the next three years and would love to hear the thoughts of people in the school community about the current and future direction of Narromine High School. We are planning on holding a number of community meetings in the coming weeks to hear those viewpoints.

Top performances: • Caitlyn Bayliss – who represented the Australian Indigenous Under 14 Budgies during the

holidays. • NHS Under 14s Buckley Shield Rugby League side who long-hauled it to Grafton.

Unfortunately their campaign ended when they came up against some tough opposition from South Grafton High School.

• Mr Mc Cabe and Mr Walker – who drove, coached and supervised on the 20 hour round-trip to Grafton.

• NHS Public Speakers – Mark Coleman and Rebekah Reid who performed well in the Legacy Public Speaking Western Final this week. Thanks to the rest of the student team who coordinated the day.

The key positive behaviours we are targeting for the reminder of the term are Minimise disruptions by

• Hands up • Helpful • Hard work

Please give me a call or drop by to discuss anything concerning your child and Narromine High School.

Mick Sloan Relieving Principal. RATIOS Miss Stanbridge’s year 8 mathematics class have enjoyed learning about ratios with a trifle making day. Students made their dream trifle, wrote down the ratios and enjoyed eating it. Students also threw paper into a bin and recorded a tally graph to learn the classes hit and miss ratio. The boys’ simplified ratio was 3:5 and the girls were 1:4. The students put these into percentages to compare

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The world as we know it is no more. My name is India and I am sixteen. I live in a world where for people like me; poor, hungry and homeless, every day is literally a travesty. I feel scared, humiliated and belittled by the government and its endless amount of machines which control our lives. It is the year 3010 and I am currently living in a hut camp with my mother, Lilac, my father, Wade and my two younger sisters, Stella and Sophia……..

By Fallon Attwater

which gender had a better shot with the girls managing to get 25% of their shots in and the boys won with 37.5%.

ENGLISH NEWS NAIDOC DEBATING During the final week of term 3 a team of four Year 9 students participated in the Dubbo schools NAIDOC debating competition. The team of Kaylee Nelson, Maddi Hull, Paige Scott and Lauren Radburn (pictured right) were quite nervous as this was their first attempt at any public speaking. The debate, which included two Dubbo schools and Tullamore Central was based on the topic of “Proper Recognition for Aboriginal Servicemen and Women” and was held at Dubbo West Primary. The girls represented themselves and the school with pride and received a number of positive comments on their presentation and participation in the competition. Hopefully this will be the first of many opportunities to develop their skills of arguing out loud! VOICES INTO THE FUTURE

As part of the new Australian Curriculum, Year 9 have recently completed their unit on Speculative Fiction, where they read a range of texts set in the future and composed their own interesting stories. Below is a reflection on their learning and extracts from some stories.

We have learnt that speculative Fiction is an idea of the future in a story. It is popular due to the wonder.

Fiction is effective in explaining the future because it is you creating a future world.

These stories demonstrate how we should be cautious of our decisions.

By Holly, Kate, Troy and Jennifer

There was something in the

distance but it wasn’t light. Like

the outline of a tall shadow. It

was dark but big and slim. All

of these frantic thoughts are

running through my mind like

an ant hole that has just been

trodden on. There was fear,

horror and slight terror pacing

through my mind. But the

power was still out……. By Hunter Delboux

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NHS HOSTS LEGACY PUBLIC SPEAKING WESTERN LOCAL FINAL Last Tuesday students from Warren Central, Parkes High, The Scots School Bathurst, Willyama High (Broken Hill) and Gilgandra High all attended the Legacy Public Speaking Western Final hosted by Narromine High School. Students had to give a prepared five minute speech on a topic of their own choosing. Topics varied and included the global village, gymnastics, quotes from Shakespeare and disasters. Students also had to give an impromptu speech, with only five minutes preparation time. The topic was ‘Changes’.

Miss Althofer and Abbey Geyer The Narromine High School Public Speaking Team ran the day. William Coleman was the chairperson and kept the day flowing and Abbey Geyer took great delight in ringing the bell as the timekeeper. Fallon Attwater, Holly Monaghan, Brittney Haddon and Melissa Healey all escorted guests to the library and managed the preparation of the impromptu speeches. Rebekah Reid and Mark Coleman (pictured right) both did Narromine High School proud when competing in the event. Both students engaged the audience by their use of humour, eye contact and well-structured speeches. A huge thank you to Sallie McGaw for organising a beautiful morning tea. Your hard work is greatly appreciated. All students received Participation Certificates, awarded by Catherine Reynolds Head Teacher English. It was a privilege to be the convenor for the day with a wonderful public speaking team behind me. Trudy Althofer TOUCH FOOTBALL On Tuesday 24 June, Year 9/10 boys and girls Touch Football teams represented Narromine High School at the Touch Football Gala Day in Dubbo. The girls faced some tough competition from Dunedoo, Delroy, Dubbo Christian and Red Bend. The girls had one win, one draw and two losses. The team did exceptionally well considering that many of the girls had never played a proper game of touch football before! Over the day, the girls increased their on-field communication and team work. This helped to develop their confidence. The most valuable players of the day were Casey Coupe and Lakeisha Hull.

SCIENCE SPECTACULAR 2014 – CELEBRATING SCIENCE IN NARROMINE National Science Week runs from 16 to 24 August with Food for our Future: Science Feeding the World being the theme for 2014. To celebrate Science in our local area Narromine High will be hosting our biennial Science Spectacular which will showcase the scientific talents of our local students. Students in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 as well as Years 5 and 6 from Narromine Public and St Augustine’s Schools have been working on a practical investigation over the past month. Some students have already completed the experiment section and are now writing up their results. Students will be

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beginning work on their discussion and preparation of their display boards in the coming weeks. All NHS boards need to be submitted for marking by Friday, 15 August. The science faculty would like to thank all parents and community members who have been helping with experiments. Narromine High is extremely appreciative of the support received from Pioneer, Ag-n-vet Services and Hassad Australia with donations. All of the projects will be entered into the Narromine High Science Spectacular. The overall winner and runner up will receive a trophy and a cash prize. Winners and runners up from each year group will receive a cash prize and the opportunity to take their project to the next level, the Illawarra Coal Science Fair at Wollongong University in November. Everyone who attends between 5:00pm and 6:00pm can enter the paper plane competition with $20 first prize and $10 second prize. Don’t forget to vote for your favourite project in the Peoples’ Choice Award. Bring your money to purchase groovy items from the Science Shop. A sausage sizzle and drinks will be available on the night. The Science Spectacular will be held at the Multipurpose Hall on Wednesday, 27 August from 5:00pm to 6.30pm with presentation at 6:00pm. Come along and take a look at the wonderful work our students have produced. Susan Bodiam Head Teacher Science WHERE ARE THEY NOW? RACHAEL REID I graduated from NHS in 2011 then commenced my apprenticeship as a Beauty Therapist. I have completed my TAFE training and apprenticeship receiving my Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy with Distinctions. I am now studying an Advanced Nutrition Certificate online. In the future I would like to return to TAFE and complete a Diploma in Beauty Therapy and study Floristry. I was awarded TAFE Dubbo “Most Outstanding Beauty Therapist” and TAFE Western “Apprentice of the Year” and was runner-up in “Most Outstanding Graduation Student” from TAFE Western which has 40,000 students enrolled. My best memories of NHS are the teachers, being elected school captain, sports captain and SRC representative. What I really miss are school holidays and finishing the day at 3.10 pm! PBL FOCUS Welcome back to term three! The PBL team hopes that everyone has had safe and happy holidays. Our first PBL assembly for semester was a great way to start the term and to introduce the new focus which is hands up, helpful & hard work. The driving goal behind this focus is to ensure that all students have the opportunity to experience a stimulating & productive learning environment. Remember to put your hand up, strive to help those around you and work hard to make the most of the term ahead. CAREERS NEWS VET work placement As part of the VET courses (Hospitality, Construction, Metals and Engineering and Primary industries) it is a requirement that all students complete 70 hours of workplace learning. One week is usually completed in Term 3 and another in Term 4. It is a mandatory component of the course and students will not be eligible for their HSC if not completed. It is a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain an insight into their chosen industry and we are constantly

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receiving positive feedback on our students’ performance on placements. Many students in the past have gained either full time or part time work from this experience. Work placement for Year 11 students is fast approaching. Hospitality and Construction (Week 4) 4 – 8 August and Metals and Engineering (Week 6) 18 - 22 August. Students need to ensure they have spoken to their employer and should be finalising the paperwork. Any questions please see Mrs Davison. TAFE Taster excursion Thirteen Year 10 students experienced the Taste of TAFE program which was aimed at promoting T/VET courses to students who will be in Years 11 and/or 12 in 2015. The Taste of TAFE students enjoyed a fun, hands on day where they participated in a variety of courses to see if it could be something they may wish to pursue in the following year. TAFE offers many opportunities for students especially if they have a strong interest in pursuing a career consistent with a course that is offered. However, it does require students to make their own travel arrangements to Dubbo and needs to be done on top of their normal school load. We only encourage students who have strong aspirations consistent with a TAFE course that is not delivered at Narromine High to participate in T/VET. If you need more information on T/VET please see Mrs Davison. Sophie & Sophie Abbey & Keisha at Fitness 1 Robert at Electro Mason, Nick & Robert Kim & Megan taking part in enjoyed meeting Technology measuring the power of craft activities at Children’s “Betty” a Ducati Services Year 12

• This as a very busy term for Year 12 regarding University applications. The UAC guides for 2014-15 have arrived and in addition all students should have received a handout titled “All about UAC for Year 11 and 12 students”. This will be useful in assisting students to navigate their way through university/scholarship and early entry applications.

• Future Moves is offering a chance for your Year 11 & 12 students to get a taste of University Life at Charles Sturt Bathurst and Orange campus) during the week 28 July to 1 August 2014.

• UNE will be visiting Thursday 24 July to discuss courses, accommodation and the Early Entry scheme.

• Many universities have Open Days this term. If interested in attending – please see Mrs Davison for dates.

• UAC has a Facebook page which I recommend all students interested in attending university to “Like”. This will make you aware of all application dates and deadlines.

• Auscott interviews will be held at the end of this term. Auscott offers a very generous scholarship (approx.. $12,000/yearly) to a student who attends a school in the Trangie, Warren, Narromine area. All students who are attending University in 2015 should apply. Mock interviews will be held beforehand.

• All students who have not applied for a Tax File number should do so ASAP.

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Job opportunity Three rivers machinery- Warren Traineeship for a Parts Interpreter in Agriculture and Apprentice -Diesel Technician The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate: Initiative and desire to learn High level of attention to detail and accuracy Natural mechanical aptitude Problem-solving and analytical ability Proactive, punctual and reliable Attitude focused on customer service Excellent work and business ethics Effective communication skills Able to work in a team Friendly, helpful and polite Position description available on request call Bronwyn Plunkett or Scott Barclay on 02 6847 3111 (Parts Interpreter) or Ray Watson on 0400 473 111 (Diesel mechanic). Applications/resume emailed to Ray Watson, Service Manager - service@3rm.com.au

STUDY SKILLS TIP FOR JULY - MANAGING STRESS AND RELAXING

Seven Quick Tips to Help you Relax The daily demands of life, such as exams, peer pressure, and homework assignments, or the challenges of relationships, family, or not making it on a sporting team can lead to an overwhelming feeling of stress. What you need to learn is how to cope with these situations in order to live a successful, productive, and happy life. Here are some proven techniques to help you relax and eliminate stress from your mind and body. 1. Eat in Moderation Never skip a meal, especially breakfast. Breakfast replenishes your body and helps you start your day full of energy. Eat three main meals, and two to three snack meals a day. Eating five to six times in a day keeps your blood sugar levels balanced, giving you an overall sense of well-being needed for focusing on your tasks and responsibilities. 2. Exercise Regularly Regular exercise, at least three times per week for a minimum of 30 minute sessions, can virtually “soak up” stress chemicals in your body and help you to relax and even sleep better. Brisk walking, aerobic classes, swimming, bike riding, or jogging are great exercises to release stress buildup and relax your body and mind to either start or end your day right. 3. Remember to Breathe When you feel your body start to tense, especially in your shoulders, chest, and abdomen when faced with a stressful situation, stop and take a few deep, slow breaths. If you are entering into a stressful situation, breathe slowly and evenly, using diaphragmatic breathing. This is a technique where you focus your breathing on your diaphragm where your belly rises and falls with each breath. Diaphragmatic breathing allows you to calm your nerves and relax your body and mind as your attention is placed on your breath. 4. Take a Time Out and be MINDFUL As you go through your day, take little breaks, about two to five minutes, to relax and unwind. Whether it’s sitting quietly, listening to relaxing music, or meditation, take a moment to place yourself in your own calm state. 5. Pursue an Interest Find something that you enjoy doing that is relaxing for you. When you find an interest that matches your personality, you can not only unwind and release stress, but engage your creativity in expressing yourself. This could be through painting, playing basketball, writing, playing a musical instrument, or signing up for a class that you have always been wanting to take. 6. Have a Support Network Create a support network of close friends or family that you can turn to in times of stress. Good and loving relationships are key for your well-being and happiness. It makes you realize what is important in life and where your energies should be placed. 7. Avoid Bad Habits When you are under stress, it is easy to turn to your established bad habits to deal with the stress. These habits are negative and will not take away stress, but only prolong it. The best way to avoid bad habits is to create new positive habits. Here is how to create a positive habit:

• Decide on the habit. Will you go for a walk each morning, go to the gym, take time out to do something special for yourself?

• Decide on where and when you will do this new habit. Choose a time and place and continue this new activity for 3 months (it takes around 66 days to establish a habit).

• Reward yourself each time you do this new activity. You may simply take a moment to notice how good it feels.

TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS TAFE WESTERN – DUBBO is offering Certificates in Wiradjuri Language Courses – Cert 1 & 2

WHERE – Old Museum – Burroway Street, Narromine TIME – 10.00 am – 1.00 pm each Thursday TEACHER – Iris Reid – phone 0449 569 867

Aboriginal people are encouraged to enrol. Learn about our Culture, share stories of our Elders and learn the language to encourage our younger generation to maintain it and not let it disappear

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Exam Timetable Year 12 Trials

11– 15 August 2014 **Students need to be at G1 10 minutes before exam start time

Date Time Location Exam Supervision

Monday am 11 August 2014

8.45am -12.00pm 5 min pre reading G1

Metals & Engineering (2hr) PDHPE (3hr) Physics (3hr) Distance Ed – Aboriginal Studies Business Studies (S Reid) Financial Services (C Fee)

External supervision

Monday pm 11 August 2014

12:55 – 3.10 10 min pre reading

G1 English Standard Paper 1 (2hr) External supervision

Tuesday am 12 August 2014

8.45 – 11.10 5 min pre reading

G1 English Standard Paper 2 (2hr) External supervision

Tuesday pm 12 August 2014

12.00 – 3.10 5 min pre reading G1

Maths (3hr) Maths General 2 (1hr)- Leite Maths General 1 (2 1/2hr)- Sampson Distance Ed – Primary Industries (N Leach)

External supervision

Wednesday am 13 August 2014

8.45 – 11.55 5 min pre reading G1

Hospitality (2hr) Construction (2hr) Legal Studies (3hr) Ancient History (3hr) Distance Ed -IPT - (J Simmons)

External supervision

Wednesday pm 13 August 2014

12.55 – 2:10 5 min pre reading

G1 Music (1hr) External supervision

Thursday am 14 August 2014

8.45 - 11.55 5 min pre reading G1

SLR (1hr) Chemistry (3hr) Visual Arts(1.5hr) Distance Ed – Business Studies

External supervision

Friday Am 15 August 2014

8.45 – 11.55 5 min pre reading G1

Biology (3hr) Industrial Technology (2hr) EEC (1hr) Distance Ed – IPT (B Quarmby)

External supervision

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2014 DUBBO STAMPEDE An open invitation is extended to you to sign up for the 2014 Dubbo Stampede which will be held at the Taronga Western Plains Zoo on Sunday 7 September. Many of you have been part of The Stampede in the past, helping to make it a wonderful community experience and we would love for you to take part again or perhaps participate for the first time. The event that often appeals to families is the 5.5km Dingo Dash; a walk, jog or run that loops past animals from all around the world. However, the 10km Cheetah Chase, the 21.1km Zebra Zoom and the 42.2km Rhino Ramble are also alternatives. Details regarding events, times, pricing, merchandise and the registration process are available at www.dubbostampede.com.au An event like The Dubbo Stampede also requires many, many enthusiastic volunteers. If you think that encouraging walkers and runners or helping out is something you or your family would like to be part of, we would love to hear from you via contact@dubbostampede.com.au We look forward to seeing as many of our local families (and your friends and families!) as we can on Sunday 7 September. Sarah Strahorn – Marketing Committee www.dubbostampede.com.au

EAR BUS PROJECT – HEAR OUR HEART ART AUCTION DINNER PARTY 7 PM – SATURDAY 30 AUGUST

AT WESTERN STAR DUBBO TICKETS $40 / PERSON AVAILABLE FROM

HOT POPPYZ FLORIST, BRISBANE STREET, DUBBO OR www.trybooking.com/93031

MORE INFORMATION – www.hearourheart.org

BRING JASON HOME APPEAL Jason Kidman, a much loved 36 year old Tullamore local is facing life

as a paraplegic after a tragic incident. Fundraising event with raffles, chocolate wheel, pick a box prizes, children’s face painting and jumping castle, BBQ lunch and dinner,

a massive auction plus much more. AT : TULLAMORE BOWLING CLUB

WHEN : SATURDAY 2 AUGUST FROM 1 – 6 PM AUCTION COMMENCES AT 4.15 PM

For more information contact Kelly-Lee Dunn on 0401 583 761