An Invitation
Members of our broad school community are invited to hear Hugh Mackay speak on our next School Development Day, Monday 21 July, 9.00am-10.30am in our School hall.
Hugh Mackay is a psychologist, social researcher, and the author of eleven books, including four bestsellers in the field of social analysis and four novels.
In recognition of his pioneering work in social research, he has been awarded honorary doctorates by Charles Sturt, Macquarie and
He is a fellow of the Australian Psychological Society and received the
He writes a weekly column for the Sun-Herald and the West Australian, and occasionally for the Sydney Morning Herald and the Age. He is also a frequent broadcaster on ABC radio.
His latest book is Advance
Please let the school know if you wish to attend.
2008 HSC Timetable
This year's HSC timetable is now available on the Board's website at www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au
The 2008 HSC written exams begin with Business Studies on Thursday 16 October and end with Tourism (VET) and some languages on Thursday 13 November.
Other features of the 2008 HSC timetable:
- Students will sit for a total of 110 HSC exams over 19 days in October and November.
- The only two mandatory exams, for English, are scheduled for Friday 17 October and Monday 20 October.
- The two Mathematics courses with the largest enrolments will be examined on Thursday 23 October (General Mathematics) and Monday 27 October (Mathematics).
- The School Certificate tests will be held from 10 to 14 November.
Music Night
Free admission - we would like to invite all parents and friends to the Year 7/8 Music Night on Wednesday 25 June, in the TFH hall. Come along to see our Stage 4 musicians and other bands in this special showcase of talent. Musicians - 6.30pm call.
Other dates for your diary - Wed 2 July - Mid Year Band Concert, all bands participating, in TFH hall, 6.30pm call
Sat 26 July - NSW School Band Festival at Uni of NSW, Kensington - Concert and Wind Orchestra performing
Mon 28 July - 7pm, upstairs in B Block - CAPA Community Support Group - meet the staff and directors,
catch up on current events and future plans. Parents and community members wishing to support
any Creative and Performing Arts discipline very welcome to come along to join in. Light supper provided.
Wed 30 July - Year 12 Music Night - hear our students perform their entire HSC program - all parents and friends welcome.
Wed 27 Aug - MADD night (Music, Arts, Dance and Drama) Concert band and Wind orchestra performing, 6.45pm call, TFH hall.'
Any band, dance or music class parents not yet on the CAPA Community Support Group email list please email your contact to drbenjamin@optusnet.com.au
Laurie Cavill, Head Teacher, Creative and Performing Arts
P&C FUNDRAISING
Attention: Business Owners
TAX TIME IS FAST APPROACHING!!
The Forest High P&C will be holding a Trivia Night and we are gratefully accepting donations. As the end of the financial year is approaching, it may be a good time to think about making a donation of goods (tax deductible) to support your school's 1st official fundraiser in many years.
For more information please contact Tracy Palmer 0402 907 336 or Christine Kaard 0408 975 626.
The Forest High P&C Shopping Tour Bulletin
Well we are off and running! Saturday August 2nd, 2008 departing from the Forest High at 8.00am sharp and returning between 5.30 and 6.00pm.
Tips if you have not been on one of these fabulous days out:
· Bring a big stripy shopping bag for your goodies
· A bottle of water
· Your wish list
· Cash and/or credit card
· If you see something you like – pick it up there and then as we will not be going back to this outlet.
· Do your homework if you have something specific you are looking for.
· Decaf or special tea bags etc to keep you going (we will be stopping for Tea/Coffee which is provided at some outlets).
P&C Association
UNSW PARENT/STUDENT INFORMATION EVENING
The Faculty of Science, University of New South Wales invites Careers Advisors, Parents and Year 11 and 12 students to a Parent/Student Information Evening on Thursday 24 July.
We would appreciate it if you could distribute this information to your Year 11 and Year 12 students via your School newsletter.
DATE
Thursday 24 July 2008
LOCATION
John B Reid Theatre,
AGSM Kensington (UNSW campus)
(Enter via Gate 11, Botany Street)
TIME
6.00pm - 6.30pm - Registration
6.30pm - 7.30pm - Presentation
7.30pm - 8.30pm - Refreshments
PROGRAM
Introducing the Faculty of Science
Overview of Science programs
Career Opportunities
Scholarships and Prizes
Student Life at UNSW
There will be the opportunity to speak with our current students, academic and admission staff.
REGISTRATION
Registration is essential at rsvp@science.unsw.edu.au
Further enquiries please contact Rachelle Carritt
T: 02 9385 7307 E: r.carritt@unsw.edu.au
We'd be delighted if you were able to join us at this event.
Relationships Australia
Relationships Australia offers a variety of group programs to individuals, couples and families. We are offering groups in term 3, 2008. The groups will be held at Lane Cove, North Ryde or Neutral Bay.
We are hoping that, as these groups provide family support and could be useful in helping to meet the needs of your school community (and also because we are a non-profit organisation), you may consider the inclusion of this information in the next school newsletter free of charge.
If you would like more information please call me or Claudia on 8874 8000.
Languages Matter !
Through learning languages, we learn about culture. Through learning about culture, we learn respect for others. Through learning respect for others, we can hope for peace.
The slogan 'Languages Matter' is an apt reminder to us to celebrate and reflect on the value of languages education. By declaring 2008 the UN International Year of Languages, the United Nations has brought the importance and profile of languages into sharp focus, thereby 'recognising that genuine multilingualism promotes unity in diversity and international understanding' (UN Resolution GA/10592).
The Warringah Brewarrina Youth Exchange
Warringah Council is running a couple of projects in the upcoming months that your students may be interested in.
The Warringah Brewarrina Youth Exchange - We are looking for 6 Youth Ambassadors to represent the Warringah area on our annual Youth Exchange Program to Brewarrina in outback NSW. Exchange is FREE to participants.
When..7th - 13th July 2008 During School Holidays.
Who...Young people 14 - 19 residing in or connected to the Warringah area.
Cost...Free!
Closing Date for applications: 13th June 2008
Contact Justian on 9942 2401
or email youth@warringah.nsw.gov.au
Visit: www.warringah.nsw.gov.au
The Boots To Bre campaign - we are asking local people to donate their new or good condition old sporting equipment to bring up to Brewarrina to support local sporting groups.