PO Box 454 Wetherell Crescent, COBAR NSW 2835

Phone: 6836 2705 Fax: 6836 1142 www.cobar-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Cobar High School

Term 2

Immunisation

Years 7,11,12

Monday 4th May

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School Photos

Tuesday 5th May

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Cobar High School

P & C Meeting

Tuesday 5th May

School Library, 7pm

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NAPLAN - Years 7 & 9

Tuesday 12th May

Thursday 14th May

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Mid Term Break

Friday 22nd May

Monday 25th May

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Athletics Carnival

Friday 5th June

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Queens Birthday

Monday 8th June

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Last Day Term 2

Friday 26th June

Term 3 Commences

Staff

Monday 13th July

Students

Tuesday 14th July

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NEWSLETTER 30th. April, 2015

Where There’s a Will There’s a Way

Positive

Behaviour

for Learning

Respect

Excellence

Safety

Executive Staff:

Co Principals: Sue Francisco / Shane Carter

Co Deputy Principals: Shane Carter / John Carswell

Head Teacher English: Carolyn McMurtrie

Head Teacher Maths: Mary Arnold

Head Teacher Science/TAS: Andrew Watts

Co Head Teachers HSIE: John Carswell / Cassandra Locke

Head Teacher Teaching & Learning/PDHPE: Amie Jacklin

School Admin Manager: Merryn McIntyre

Year Advisers 2015

Year 6: Matthew Klopper

Year 7: Lena Dean

Year 8: Doug Armstrong

Year 9: Andrew Coffey

Year 10: Kristie Behan (Rlg)

Year 11: Daniel Inkley

Year 12: Amber Rook

SRC Co-Ordinator: Chris Marshall

Girls Adviser: Leanne Carswell

Anzac Day It was wonderful to see so many of our students

and staff engaged in the ANZAC Day activities. Our

students are learning to be wonderful members of

the larger community. A special thanks to Makaila

Gordon, Brennah Aumua and Alice Potter who

spoke at the various ceremonies.

2015-2017 School Plan The three year school plan has been put up on our

website. Thank you to all who contributed to the

process. I am excited that we will be making a real

difference with the processes that are being put in

place.

Tell Them From Me Survey Last term students completed the Tell Them From

Me Survey. We have received the results which we

are currently analysing. The results also compare

Cobar High School to a pilot group of NSW Public

Schools. Shortly we will also receive a comparison

to all the NSW Public Schools who participated in

the survey in Term 1.

New Staff We welcome Mr Frank Zart who is replacing Mr

Phillis who is on sick leave. Mr Zart will be in the

Maths Staffroom. Ms Kym Sutton is doing Ms

Jacklin’s leave and Ms Paige Jermyn is doing Ms

Donaldson’s sick leave.

It is wonderful to be back at Cobar High School.

Thank you to Shane Carter and John Carswell who

so capably led the school whilst I was Relieving

Director. It is great to see the wonderful things that

our students and staff are doing on a daily basis.

Shane and John will continue in the relieving

positions two days a week when I am Principal

School Leadership.

Sue Francisco

Outback Science and Engineering Challenge

Tuesday 28 April 2015

Thirty one students from the Year 9 and 10 Science self-select classes attended the Outback Science and

Engineering Challenge on Tuesday to compete against seven other schools

from Western NSW.

There were eight challenging tasks that required students to think

logically, creatively and dynamically as well as display patience and team

work skills. Not only did the students perform to the best of their ability

during each task; they showed respect to each other, event volunteers and

students from other schools. Students were commended for their excellent

behaviour from community members and organisers of the competition.

The tables below show the final score tally and Cobar High School’s

ranking for each challenge.

A special mention must be made to our catapult team consisting of Owen Potter,

Jessica Nicholson, Dylan Menadue and James Anderson, as they built and tested

the best catapult for the day. Well done!

The challenge allowed the students to engage with Science, Maths and

Engineering in a fun and practical manner and gave them a taste of what Science

can involve beyond the classroom. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Cobar, The

University of Newcastle, and all other sponsors for allowing our students this

opportunity.

Well done to all students on their excellent display of knowledge, skills and team

work!

Place School Score

1 Willyama High School 994.51

2 Cobar High School 958.92

3 Broken Hill High School 935.87

4 Lake Cagelligo Central School 919.46

5 Cobar Public School & St John’s Primary

School

896.95

6 Hillston High School 707.93

7 Nyngan High School 541.72

8 Bourke High School 464.67

Half Day Challenges AM PM

Future Power 7 3

Grasping at straws 5 7

Helter Skelter Shelter 3 2

String ways 4 2

Full Day Challenges

Catapult 1

Hover Frenzy 3

Mission To Mars 3

Bridge 3

Soccer Report Soccer, football, round-ball; call it what you

will, really is the world game. It incorporates

fast movement, in-depth thought processes,

and well devised stratagem. It is a game of

wits, strength, speed and, above all else,

enjoyment.

Cobar played host to a game that encompassed

all the features that make Soccer the world’s

most played game. A hard fought battle took

place between Cobar High School and Broken

Hill High School, on the luscious arena that is the Cobar

High School Sporting Field.

Both teams fielded formidable teams, and the game was

played at a high pace. Cobar began the game with immense

ferocity, lighting up the gathering crowd. It looked as

though they would score on numerous occasions, but the

Broken Hill defence persevered. The first ten minutes

was all Cobar, and Broken Hill management were looking

worried.

They, Broken Hill, did, however, bounce back, and were the first to

score. With a well-played move that split the otherwise tight Cobar

defence. This was the encouragement Broken Hill needed, and they

began to play with a newfound skill level, reminiscent of the great

Manchester United team of Yesteryear.

Cobar did, however, stand tall, and played with their hearts on their

sleeves, creating many opportunities, and, at times, passing the ball

with great efficiency. The game ended up going to Broken Hill, but

our boys played their hearts out, and must be congratulated on

their sportsmanship and perseverance.

Honourable mentions to Dylan Menadue, Nicholas Buckman and Jye

Robinson, for their high quality efforts.

A special thanks to Mr Ford who kindly offered his time to referee

the game and provided some world class officiating.

We’ll be back next year, and with this experience under our

proverbial belts, we’ll be ready to take on the world.

Premiers’ Reading Challenge

It is a requirement of the students in the Self Select classes to participate in the Premiers’ Reading Chal-

lenge each year. The Challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure and pleasure in students,

and to enable them to experience quality literature. It is not a competition but a challenge to each student

to read, to read more and to read more widely.

Students must keep a record of the books that they have read and record this information online. Years 7-9

must read a minimum of 15 books with a maximum of 5 choice books (books of their own choice). Stu-

dent reading logs can now be entered online. Entries close 21st August, 2015.

English Teachers will assist in the organisation and entering of reading logs. Please visit the school library

or the town library for appropriate books to read.

Cassandra Locke

Co-HSIE HT Teacher / English Teacher

Cobar High School

(02) 68362705

Tax File Numbers (TFN)

Cobar High School has received formal notice of the termination of the Secondary Schools Tax File Number (TFN) Program between the Australian Taxation Office and all schools from 31st December 2014.

Why was the program terminated? The Australian Government is strengthening proof of identity (POI) processes through a standardised national approach for government agencies. The Secondary Schools TFN program does not comply with these guidelines which require sighting and verification of original proof of identity documents.

How can students apply for a TFN? Applying online and presenting POI documents at a participating Australia Post Office is the fastest and most convenient way for students to get a TFN. More information on applying online can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for ’QC27248’

Students who are unable to visit a participating Australia Post office will need to complete the application form Tax file number - application or enquiry for individuals form (NAT 1432). More information about lodging this form can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for ’QC22604’

Please see Mrs Nicholson if you have any questions or concerns about this process.

Managing depression One in four kids over 12 has symptoms of depression. Would you know what to look for and how to help? Don't be afraid, ask your child how they are feeling and keep communicating with them. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/health/managing-depression-in-children

Help with ratios Homework is full of tricky maths questions. Brush up on some of the maths terms your child uses in the classroom. This glossary gives straightfor-ward explanations and illustrated examples. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/maths/maths-a-to-z

Assessments due Term 2, Week 3

Year 8: Mathematics Test

Assessments due Term 2, Week 4

Year 7: NAPLAN Tests

Year 8: Visual Arts-Artmaking

Music-Composition

Year 9: NAPLAN Tests

Cobar Junior Rugby League

Training In Town comp players start Thursday at 4:30 to 5:30pm at Tom Knight Oval. Please bring a

drink of water. Head gear and mouth guard are compulsory to our club. You won’t be allowed to train if you don’t have these. U12’s and U14’s will be contacted with training

days and times by team managers or coaches.

Start Date: Dubbo and District competition for U12’s and U14’s – Saturday 2

nd May v Nyngan in Dubbo.

Bus is booked. Parents needed. Times TBA.

Start Date: In Town Sunday Comp for U6, U8, U10’s – Sunday 3

rd May

Start Time: 9:30am to 11am TOM KNIGHT OVAL

For more information please call Simone: 0418 649 050 Or Crystal: 0448 363 351

Email: cobarjl@hotmail.com or jwebsterelectrical@exemail.com.au

Games Night Youth Centre

Friday 1st May, 2015

6pm-8pm

Youth Council Meeting Cobar Shire Council Chambers

Wednesday 13th May, 2015

4pm

All Welcome

Each year our students are offered the opportunity to participate in external competitions run by the University of NSW, The Australian Geographical Society and the History Teachers Association of Australia. These competitions provide our students with valuable experience of testing procedures outside our school environment. Dates for 2015 entry fees and competition dates are:

Payment must be received by the due dates, or if you prefer, several/all entries may be paid in advance. It would be appreciated if correct money (cash or cheque) could be brought to the Administration Office as we do not carry change.

All students are invited to participate in any/all of the competitions. If your student is not in a Select Class, information and return slips may be obtained from Year Advisers or the Front Office. We wish your student well in the competitions and thank you for supporting your child’s learning.

Subject Entries and Payment to CHS close Test Date Entry Fee

Australian. History (Years 8 & 10 only)

Closed 27 May 2015 $6.00

ICAS Digital Technologies (formerly called Computer

Skills)

Closed 19 May 2015 $8.80

ICAS Science Closed 3 June 2015 $8.80

ICAS Writing 8 May 2015 15 June 2015 $18.70

ICAS Spelling (Year 7 only) 8 May 2015 16 June 2015 $12.10

ICAS English 19 June 2015 28 July 2015 $8.80

ICAS Mathematics 19 June 2015 11 August 2015 $8.80

2015 Far West Academy

Football Squad Trials.

Who is eligible?

Male & Female Football players turning

10-14 years of age in 2015.

When

Sunday 17th May, 2015

Where

Frank Smith Oval

Terangion Street

Nyngan

Time

10am-3pm

Cost

Free

Nominations close on Friday 15th May, 2015

How to Register?

Complete a Registration Form

and return it to:

Far West Academy of Sport

P.O. Box 409 Warren NSW 2824 or

Email: programs@fwas.com.au

Phone: (02) 6847 3638

Fax: (02) 6847 3651

NAPLAN 2015

Early this week students in Years 7 & 9 were handed a letter

addressed to their parents from the Board of Studies in

regard to the 2015 NAPLAN Tests, they will sit the

NAPLAN Tests next month. While all students are

encouraged to participate, it is not compulsory. The data

generated through this assessment program provides

students, families, and schools with a clear idea of the

fundamental literacy and numeracy skills students possess.

At Cobar High the school executive use the NAPLAN data

to plan for whole school education programs, and classroom

teachers use it to tailor their teaching programs to best suit

the learning needs of individual students.

This year the tests will be on the following dates: Language Conventions and Writing-Tuesday 12th May

Reading– Wednesday 13th May

Numeracy (calculator and non-calculator)-Thursday 14th May

Catch-up tests for absent students-Friday 15th May

In the lead-up to NAPLAN students will be completing

normal class content that is presented in a manner to assist

them to prepare for the tests. For example, their Science

teacher may present information about Electricity in a

worksheet that is in the same format as the NAPLAN

Reading test. Their PE Teacher may ask them to complete

numeracy tasks based on their ‘Beep-test results- using a

template of the NAPLAN Numeracy Test.

What’s On - Weeks 3 & 4, Term 2

Monday 4th May: Immunisation Year 7,11,12

Tuesday 5th May: School Photos

Thursday 7th May: Professional Learning; Sydney: S Francisco

Friday 8th May: Professional Learning; Sydney: S Francisco

Monday 11th May: PSL Meeting; Wagga Wagga: S Francisco

Tuesday 12th May: NAPLAN

PSL Meeting; Wagga Wagga: S Francisco

Wednesday13th May: NAPLAN

Western SRC Meeting

Professional Learning; Bathurst: S Francisco

Thursday 14th May: NAPLAN

Friday 15th May: Professional Learning; Dubbo: S Francisco, S Carter, A Coffey

PBL Vision Statement

“Cobar High School strives

for excellence in a

safe and respectful

environment”.

Cobar High School PO Box 454 Wetherell Crescent, COBAR NSW 2835

Phone: 6836 2705 Fax: 6836 1142 www.cobar-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

RESPECT EXCELLENCE SAFETY

COBAR HIGH SCHOOL

VERDIGRIS

MAGAZINE

2014

Magazines are available

from the Front Office

Cost

DVD $5.00

Printed Copy: $15.00

(by order only)

Period Times -Term 1 2015

Muster 8:55 - 9:00

Period 1 9:00 - 9:55

Period 2 9:55 - 10:50

Recess 10:50 - 11:20

Period 3 11:20 - 12:15

Period 4 12:15 - 1:10

Lunch 1:10 - 1:40

Period 5 1:40 - 2:35

Period 6 2:35 - 3:30

Tuesday ends at the end of Period 5

AECG Meeting

Wednesday 20th May

3:30pm

Cobar Public School

SRC for 2015

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