From the editor
Leaves newsletterPRINCIPAL'S REPORT
Year 10 into 11 Information Night
I wish to thank the teachers who attended our Year 10 Information night on Tuesday and gave their time to address the audience and answer questions for parents and Year 10 students. I also thank the parents for attending the event with their students. All prospective Year 11 students will be interviewed by the Careers Adviser and a member of the Senior Executive to ensure that they have carefully considered their pattern of study. Students need to ensure they have submitted their subject selections to the Deputy Principal, Mr. Molony.
Focus on CAPA
Year 10 Drama performance in Arts North - Our Regional Drama Festival was held at NIDA this week. This included a full dress technical rehearsal and two performances, giving our students not only an excellent opportunity to show how well they have developed as a performance group, but also the chance to see what other groups are doing in their drama classes. The script was developed and written jointly by teacher Mrs Ahearn and the students. Mrs Ahearn was on duty all week as Back Stage manager, assisting all groups with their rehearsals and working all performances. She was assisted by students from the drama class, as well as two from the Year 11 Entertainment Industry class.
HSC Drama / Music Performance Evening will be held Tuesday, 25th August at 7:00 pm in the PAC featuring all group and individual performances from these subjects, in preparation for their respective upcoming HSC performances. Parents are encouraged to come along and give support.
11 Entertainment Industry students will be running technical operations for the Wakehurst PS Showcase (TFHS Hall) on Wednesday evening, 26th August. This entails working with the teacher director of the show in the previous week, establishing all needs for the show, setting up lights, sound and staging, running the technical rehearsal and working the evening show.
Stage 5 Music Night Thursday 27th August will be held in the Common Room at 7:00 pm. This very popular evening of music features our elective classes from Years 9 and 10. The more intimate setting of the staff common room allows for a smaller audience to experience these items close at hand.
Focus on Sport
The Forest students have had great success in Athletics, with CHS Representatives selected from Years 7 to 12, four from Year 7, four from Year 8, four from Year 12 and one from Year 11.Three of our boys relay teams are also competing at CHS Athletics in early September. All teams have been trained by a parent from our school at the Academy of Sport. Students train weekly after school. We also have students competing in the 100 and 200 m events and in the 4 x 400 m relay.
Rosemary McDowall
Principal
P&C MEETING
Dear Parents,
Our next P&C meeting is on Wednesday 19th August…that’s this one coming…from 7.30-9.30pm in the library.
I ask that you give great consideration to attending as we have a number of important issues to discuss, particularly in relation to the school grounds. Your input is both valued and appreciated.
It will also be a time to hear from our Principal, Rosemary McDowall, as she updates us on all that is happening within our wonderful school. If you haven’t had the opportunity to meet her yet, then there’s another great reason to come along.
Hope to see you there!
Kind Regards
Pam O’Flaherty - President
YEAR 7 REPORT
I had the opportunity to check on the progress of every Year 7 student at the end of last term when I went through all the reports, reading comments and grades from every subject and it was quite an interesting experience. There were many students, too many to list, whose efforts were outstanding and these students obviously have had no trouble adjusting to the very different demands of high school study. Their diligence must be commended - congratulations!
It was also clear that there is a small group of students who are experiencing difficulty coping with the homework and assignment workload. It is ESSENTIAL that all students set up a regular study pattern for home. Whether or not structured homework has been set for a particular lesson, there is ALWAYS revision and consolidation to be done. PROCRASTNATION is NEVER a friend! DO NOT leave assignments until the night before! Often you are given weeks of notice to do these plus constant reminders in class. PLAN your time – a large calendar is a good resource to have at home – write in the due dates for your assignments.
Effective Study Patterns. It is not too early in Year 7 to start practicing these!
Approach & Attitude
Preparation & Pre-Reading
Presence & Concentration
Lesson Recall
You - being committed to practicing, applying & rehearsing
Quite apart from reports, as part of The Forest’s commitment to anti-bullying, Year 7 attended a performance of “TechnoBully” which was a dramatic portrayal of the effects of cyber-bullying. It was very entertaining and also very informative and thought-provoking. Students were given the opportunity to talk with the actors after the performance and hopefully left the hall with a greater understanding of what cyber-bullying entails. Students can talk about any of these issues with the Deputy Principal, Mrs Dean, School Counsellor Mrs Grehan, Head of Welfare Mrs Ahearn or myself of course, at any time.
LIFELINE NORTHERN BEACHES BOOK FAIR
Book Fair Details:
Lifeline Northern Beaches Giant Book Fair: end August
Venue: Ted Blackwood Hall
cnr Jacksons & Boondah Rds
Warriewood
Dates/Times: Fri 28th August 5pm -- 9pm
Sat 29th August 9am -- 5pm
Sun 30th August 9am -- 2pm
At the Book Fair there will be thousands of good quality books, in many categories, and at bargain prices. This includes a wide range of children's books suited to all ages.
Please note we accept Visa & Mastercard and also have EFTPOS facility available
Entry by gold coin donation very much appreciated
All funds raised support the activities of Lifeline Northern Beaches
New School Leaving Age
As of January 2010, New South Wales will have a new school leaving age, meaning students will complete Year 10 and then have a number of options in which to participate until at least age 17.
Please click on the link below to read more information:
FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR TEENS
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Cricket registrations closing soon!
Registrations for 2009/2010 cricket season still open but closing soon
To register or get further information please contact either:
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Position |
Bearer |
Phone |
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Secretary |
Ross Denny |
9453 0182 |
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Registrar |
Adam Stenner |
0414 595 242 |
We will accept all ages from in2CRiCKET for 4-6 years olds up to Seniors
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Age Group |
Registration |
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4-7 year olds (in2CRICKET or Kanga) |
$45 |
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Under 9 |
$80 |
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Under 10 |
$100 |
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U11 to U17 |
$120 |
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U18 & Upwards |
$175 |
Check out the website for further details
www.wakehurstredbacks.com.au
Women: Technology Skills for Home and Business- Brookvale TAFE Sept 3 start
Northern Beaches TAFE College Brookvale, Information Technology Section are wanting to reach women in the community who could benefit from a 5 week computer skills course on Thursday mornings. The course will run for 5 weeks on Thursday mornings for $150
Topics covered: understanding computer terms, internet and email usage, working with photos, file management, software applications eg Excel and open source, and updating your computer.
Thursdays Sept 3rd - Oct 1st 9.30am – 12.30pm
Please click on the following link to view further information and download an application form
Flier_Technology_Skills_Short_Course_Brookvale_Sept_3rd_Group.doc