Dates to Remember2 March - 2020 Premierrsquos Reading Challenge begins today

5 March - Year 7 Immunisations Year 8 Catchup Immunisations Year 7 lsquoGetting to Know Yoursquo BBQ 5-7pm

9 March - PampC AGM Meeting at 6pm followed by the General Meeting at 630pm in the Maclean High School Library

9 10 amp 12 March - Year 7 Cultural Tours - notes to be returned as soon as possible

18 March - Year 6 Transition Day

20 March - Worlds Greatest Shave at lunch time

24 March - SRC Induction Ceremony 915am until 1130am

1-3 April - Seaworld Hospitality Excursion

2 April - Year 11 Woody Head Excursion ParentTeacher Evening 345pm - 645pm

NSW CHS Rowing Championships 2020On Friday 21st February the NSW CHS Rowing Championships was held at Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith Grafton High School South Grafton High School and Maclean High School all travelled down together to compete in the Championships against 19 other schools from across the state For some of the students this was the first time that they had competed on the Sydney Olympic Course which was a fantastic experience that they will never forget All students represented the respective schools with great respect and integrity The teamwork and support on display between all three schools was also very positive

Notable performances for all three schools included Grafton High School Girls finished 2nd in the overall girls point score Maclean High Schoolrsquos Ethan Davis and Lachlan Maxwell combined to win gold in the Championship Menrsquos Double Scull Nadia Smith and McKenna Wearing (Grafton High School) combined to win gold in the U15 Womenrsquos Double Scull and the North Coast Inter Regional Menrsquos Quad Scull comprised of Ethan Davis (MHS) Lachlan Maxwell (MHS) Mikey Luxton (GHS) and Ryan Vickers (SGHS) coxed by Letitia Black (GHS) won gold in the Inter Regional Menrsquos Quad Scull

A big thank you to all the parents coaches and teachers who supported the students and made the excursion a positive experience and a memorable 2020 CHS

Congratulation to all students Results for the championships includedMaclean High SchoolGold Ethan Davis Lachlan Maxwell (CM 2x) Ethan Davis Lachlan Maxwell (Open Menrsquos North Coast Inter Regional Quad)Silver Ethan Davis (CM 1x) Grace Johnson Molly Dobbin (WU 17 2x) Continued over page

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

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MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Maclean High School Team Ruby Chamberlain Ethan Davis Molly Dobbin Cody Hamel Aimee Jeffrey Grace Johnson Ashley Luland Lachlan Maxwell and Rene San AndresGrafton High School Team Nadia Smith McKenna Wearing Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey Jamaica Yager Letitia Black Sunnivar Gorring Elanah Dunston Sophie Hinterholzl Isabella Mitchell Jackson Smith Mikey Luxton Lee Morris and Tom CormickSouth Grafton High School Team Ryan VickersStaff Miss Candice Jagoe (MHS) Mrs Nicole Smith (MHS) Mr Adam Dewberry (GHS) Mr Scott Smith (GHS) and Miss Jo Tarrant (GHS) Miss Candice Jagoe

NSW CHS Rowing Championships 2020 (Continued)Maclean High School (continued)Bronze Lachlan Maxwell (CM 1x) Aimee Jeffrey Ashley Luland (CW 2x)

Grafton High SchoolGold Nadia Smith and McKenna Wearing (U15 WU 2x) Mikey Luxton Letitia Black (Cox) (Open Menrsquos North Coast Inter Regional Quad)Silver Nadia Smith Letitia Black McKenna Wearing Sophie Hinterholzl Jackson Smith (Cox) (U15 WU 4x+) Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey Sunnivar Gorring Isabella Mitchell Elanah Dunston (Cox) (U16 WU 4x+)Bronze Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey (U16 WU 2x) Mikey Luxton Jackson Smith (U17 MU 2x) Nadia Smith (U15 WU 1x) Molly Dungey (U16 WU 1x) Mikey Luxton Jackson Smith Tom Cormick Lee Morris Jamaica Yager (Cox) (U17 MU 4x+)

South Grafton High SchoolGold Ryan Vickers (Open Menrsquos North Coast Inter Regional Quad)

15 Years Northern Rivers Touch Zone TrialsAn energetic group of young touch players headed to Woodenbong on Tuesday 25th February to participate in a gala day against many other Northern Rivers schools The day culminated in a PossibleProbable Trial for zone team selection Both boys and girls teams showed a huge amount of skill pace and dedication and dominated every game they played by multiple tries

Congratulations to the 7 girls and 5 boys who made selection for the Zone team Alani Berry Yayden Campbell Yasmin Elabbasi Gus Gilbert Sienna Gilbert Kalani Henwood Luke Lambert Ben Morris Mia Phelps Leilani Read Zoe Salariosa and Zephyr Trotman We wish them all the best at Bowraville for the North Coast selection trials on the 20th March

Thank you also to the rest of the team members as without your support their selections would not have been possible Mrs Lowe and Miss Bowley

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

HSC Business - Botero Roastery and Cafe ExcursionRecently the HSC Business Studies students were lucky enough to have a formal tour around the operations productions process of Botero Roastery and Cafe in Maclean Students were exposed to an invaluable experience provided by owner Jill and the Operations Manager Students gained insight into how the premium blends of coffee are roasted packaged and distributed nationally and internationally

This experience has provided students with real life exposure to business operations and we feel very privileged that the business owner provided us with this opportunity

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Senior Students Teaching Junior Students how to perform in Assignments at Study HUBOur school leaders including Taylor Johnson help and tutor students at Study HUB on Thursdays after school Last week Taylor taught students how to interpret a Rubric and get the most marks when answering questions for assignments and introduced them to essay techniques The majority of her audience were Year 7 and Year 8 students and they found the activities she prepared very helpful Taylor gave the students some work samples and they had to determine what each sample should have been marked This gave the students an insight to the importance of meeting ldquocriteriardquo

We are very fortunate to have such motivated and caring senior students who are so willing to help our juniors make the most out of their learning at Maclean High School We are also very grateful to our volunteers such as Mrs Lorri Brown Alan Barbara and Anne who come every week and make cheese toasties for the students play chess with them and generally help them with assignments and homework More volunteers and parents are always welcome as we not only use the time productively but we also have fun and interact socially We also have a huge amount of dedicated staff such as Mr Adam Izzard Mr Matt Fisher Ms Leena Vadher Mr Paul Cassidy Miss Danielle Fisher and Mrs Belinda Cameron who come to Study HUB most weeks and help our students

lsquonrsquo

Contact alliranewtonclarencenswgovau or on 0428 420 908 for an opportunity to perform live lsquonrsquo loud in the library

Live lsquonrsquo Loud is a drug and alcohol free eventPlease register by the 14th February 2020

Bands and performers wanted as a

support act for

Live music

from local

bands

THE RUPERTS

8 APRIL 2020GRAFTON LIBRARY

YOUTH WEEK 2020

CLARENCE VALLEY

clarencevalleyyouth

Study HUB runs from 330pm till 445pm in the school Library on Thursday All are welcome

BLIND amp FLOORING CENTRE

2 Angourie Road Yamba 2464Phone 02 6646 8555

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

Careers UpdateUniversity RoadshowLast week we had the University Roadshow Expo in our library Attended by Griffith Uni Bond Uni Southern Cross Uni The Uni of New England Queensland Uni and the Country Universities Centre from Grafton Students from Year 10 to Year 12 sat in on a seminar to develop their confidence when transitioning from school covering topics like scholarships and accommodation as well as how to afford university study and the different ways you can get into university Those who attended walked away with a solid foundation of knowledge

White CardOur next White Card Course is coming up toward the end of March We still have a few places left Any student keen to get into a trade undertake Construction Primary Industries or Metals and Engineering in senior years are encouraged to get this nationally recognised qualification Notes can be collected from the Careers Office in the Library We will offer another course in Term 2

Info SessionsStudents are encouraged to keep an eye on Sentral for upcoming information sessions being run at school If a student sees something they are interested in they need to place their name on the list outside the Careers Office Later this term we have the Australian Defence Force presenting to any student from Year 9 - 12 who might want to pursue a defence pathway Additionally the University of Melbourne will be live streaming with us in the last week of Term 1 for any student in Year 11 or Year 12 considering moving to Victoria for study after they complete school

EmailsThere are regular emails going out to all families to keep them updated on what is happening in Careers at Maclean High School as well as to provide tips on how to best support students when they want to transition from school If you are not getting these give the office a call on 6645 2244 to make sure your details are up to date Miss Danielle Fisher

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - BMX COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SCOOTER COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 4PM-7PM

MOBILE YOUTH VAN ILUKA

ILUKA SKATE PARK

FRI 3 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SKATE COMP

YAMBA SKATE PARK

SAT 4 APRIL - 3PM-9PM

OPEN AIR CINEMAOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT ALLIRA 0428 420 908ALL YOUTH WEEK EVENTS ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE UNDER 13S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT

SUN 5 APRIL - 10AM-2PM

SPLASH COLOUR FUN RUNJ J LAWRENCE PARK SOUTH GRAFTON

MON 6 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

TUE 7 APRIL - 330PM-530PM

DROP IN GRAFTONOUT OF THE BOX MARKET SQUARE

WED 8 APRIL - 6PM-9PM

LIVE lsquoNrsquo LOUDGRAFTON LIBRARY

WED 8 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 9 APRIL - 4PM-8PM

MOVIE NIGHTILUKA PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLA

RE

NC

EV

ALL

EY

010420 - 090420

CLARENCEVALLEYYOUTH CLARENCEVALLEY_YOUTH

FREE STUDENT EXCHANGE LIVE ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

FOR STUDENTS amp FAMILIES Meet our staff hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange find out about discounts and

scholarships available and ask questionsWednesday 11th March at 530pm (Perth time)

830pm (AEDT Sydney time)Register now

Visit studentexchangeorgauinfo-sessions or call 1300 135 331 for more information

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Maclean High School Team Ruby Chamberlain Ethan Davis Molly Dobbin Cody Hamel Aimee Jeffrey Grace Johnson Ashley Luland Lachlan Maxwell and Rene San AndresGrafton High School Team Nadia Smith McKenna Wearing Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey Jamaica Yager Letitia Black Sunnivar Gorring Elanah Dunston Sophie Hinterholzl Isabella Mitchell Jackson Smith Mikey Luxton Lee Morris and Tom CormickSouth Grafton High School Team Ryan VickersStaff Miss Candice Jagoe (MHS) Mrs Nicole Smith (MHS) Mr Adam Dewberry (GHS) Mr Scott Smith (GHS) and Miss Jo Tarrant (GHS) Miss Candice Jagoe

NSW CHS Rowing Championships 2020 (Continued)Maclean High School (continued)Bronze Lachlan Maxwell (CM 1x) Aimee Jeffrey Ashley Luland (CW 2x)

Grafton High SchoolGold Nadia Smith and McKenna Wearing (U15 WU 2x) Mikey Luxton Letitia Black (Cox) (Open Menrsquos North Coast Inter Regional Quad)Silver Nadia Smith Letitia Black McKenna Wearing Sophie Hinterholzl Jackson Smith (Cox) (U15 WU 4x+) Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey Sunnivar Gorring Isabella Mitchell Elanah Dunston (Cox) (U16 WU 4x+)Bronze Molly Dungey Bessie Dungey (U16 WU 2x) Mikey Luxton Jackson Smith (U17 MU 2x) Nadia Smith (U15 WU 1x) Molly Dungey (U16 WU 1x) Mikey Luxton Jackson Smith Tom Cormick Lee Morris Jamaica Yager (Cox) (U17 MU 4x+)

South Grafton High SchoolGold Ryan Vickers (Open Menrsquos North Coast Inter Regional Quad)

15 Years Northern Rivers Touch Zone TrialsAn energetic group of young touch players headed to Woodenbong on Tuesday 25th February to participate in a gala day against many other Northern Rivers schools The day culminated in a PossibleProbable Trial for zone team selection Both boys and girls teams showed a huge amount of skill pace and dedication and dominated every game they played by multiple tries

Congratulations to the 7 girls and 5 boys who made selection for the Zone team Alani Berry Yayden Campbell Yasmin Elabbasi Gus Gilbert Sienna Gilbert Kalani Henwood Luke Lambert Ben Morris Mia Phelps Leilani Read Zoe Salariosa and Zephyr Trotman We wish them all the best at Bowraville for the North Coast selection trials on the 20th March

Thank you also to the rest of the team members as without your support their selections would not have been possible Mrs Lowe and Miss Bowley

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

HSC Business - Botero Roastery and Cafe ExcursionRecently the HSC Business Studies students were lucky enough to have a formal tour around the operations productions process of Botero Roastery and Cafe in Maclean Students were exposed to an invaluable experience provided by owner Jill and the Operations Manager Students gained insight into how the premium blends of coffee are roasted packaged and distributed nationally and internationally

This experience has provided students with real life exposure to business operations and we feel very privileged that the business owner provided us with this opportunity

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Senior Students Teaching Junior Students how to perform in Assignments at Study HUBOur school leaders including Taylor Johnson help and tutor students at Study HUB on Thursdays after school Last week Taylor taught students how to interpret a Rubric and get the most marks when answering questions for assignments and introduced them to essay techniques The majority of her audience were Year 7 and Year 8 students and they found the activities she prepared very helpful Taylor gave the students some work samples and they had to determine what each sample should have been marked This gave the students an insight to the importance of meeting ldquocriteriardquo

We are very fortunate to have such motivated and caring senior students who are so willing to help our juniors make the most out of their learning at Maclean High School We are also very grateful to our volunteers such as Mrs Lorri Brown Alan Barbara and Anne who come every week and make cheese toasties for the students play chess with them and generally help them with assignments and homework More volunteers and parents are always welcome as we not only use the time productively but we also have fun and interact socially We also have a huge amount of dedicated staff such as Mr Adam Izzard Mr Matt Fisher Ms Leena Vadher Mr Paul Cassidy Miss Danielle Fisher and Mrs Belinda Cameron who come to Study HUB most weeks and help our students

lsquonrsquo

Contact alliranewtonclarencenswgovau or on 0428 420 908 for an opportunity to perform live lsquonrsquo loud in the library

Live lsquonrsquo Loud is a drug and alcohol free eventPlease register by the 14th February 2020

Bands and performers wanted as a

support act for

Live music

from local

bands

THE RUPERTS

8 APRIL 2020GRAFTON LIBRARY

YOUTH WEEK 2020

CLARENCE VALLEY

clarencevalleyyouth

Study HUB runs from 330pm till 445pm in the school Library on Thursday All are welcome

BLIND amp FLOORING CENTRE

2 Angourie Road Yamba 2464Phone 02 6646 8555

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

Careers UpdateUniversity RoadshowLast week we had the University Roadshow Expo in our library Attended by Griffith Uni Bond Uni Southern Cross Uni The Uni of New England Queensland Uni and the Country Universities Centre from Grafton Students from Year 10 to Year 12 sat in on a seminar to develop their confidence when transitioning from school covering topics like scholarships and accommodation as well as how to afford university study and the different ways you can get into university Those who attended walked away with a solid foundation of knowledge

White CardOur next White Card Course is coming up toward the end of March We still have a few places left Any student keen to get into a trade undertake Construction Primary Industries or Metals and Engineering in senior years are encouraged to get this nationally recognised qualification Notes can be collected from the Careers Office in the Library We will offer another course in Term 2

Info SessionsStudents are encouraged to keep an eye on Sentral for upcoming information sessions being run at school If a student sees something they are interested in they need to place their name on the list outside the Careers Office Later this term we have the Australian Defence Force presenting to any student from Year 9 - 12 who might want to pursue a defence pathway Additionally the University of Melbourne will be live streaming with us in the last week of Term 1 for any student in Year 11 or Year 12 considering moving to Victoria for study after they complete school

EmailsThere are regular emails going out to all families to keep them updated on what is happening in Careers at Maclean High School as well as to provide tips on how to best support students when they want to transition from school If you are not getting these give the office a call on 6645 2244 to make sure your details are up to date Miss Danielle Fisher

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - BMX COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SCOOTER COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 4PM-7PM

MOBILE YOUTH VAN ILUKA

ILUKA SKATE PARK

FRI 3 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SKATE COMP

YAMBA SKATE PARK

SAT 4 APRIL - 3PM-9PM

OPEN AIR CINEMAOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT ALLIRA 0428 420 908ALL YOUTH WEEK EVENTS ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE UNDER 13S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT

SUN 5 APRIL - 10AM-2PM

SPLASH COLOUR FUN RUNJ J LAWRENCE PARK SOUTH GRAFTON

MON 6 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

TUE 7 APRIL - 330PM-530PM

DROP IN GRAFTONOUT OF THE BOX MARKET SQUARE

WED 8 APRIL - 6PM-9PM

LIVE lsquoNrsquo LOUDGRAFTON LIBRARY

WED 8 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 9 APRIL - 4PM-8PM

MOVIE NIGHTILUKA PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLA

RE

NC

EV

ALL

EY

010420 - 090420

CLARENCEVALLEYYOUTH CLARENCEVALLEY_YOUTH

FREE STUDENT EXCHANGE LIVE ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

FOR STUDENTS amp FAMILIES Meet our staff hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange find out about discounts and

scholarships available and ask questionsWednesday 11th March at 530pm (Perth time)

830pm (AEDT Sydney time)Register now

Visit studentexchangeorgauinfo-sessions or call 1300 135 331 for more information

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

HSC Business - Botero Roastery and Cafe ExcursionRecently the HSC Business Studies students were lucky enough to have a formal tour around the operations productions process of Botero Roastery and Cafe in Maclean Students were exposed to an invaluable experience provided by owner Jill and the Operations Manager Students gained insight into how the premium blends of coffee are roasted packaged and distributed nationally and internationally

This experience has provided students with real life exposure to business operations and we feel very privileged that the business owner provided us with this opportunity

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Senior Students Teaching Junior Students how to perform in Assignments at Study HUBOur school leaders including Taylor Johnson help and tutor students at Study HUB on Thursdays after school Last week Taylor taught students how to interpret a Rubric and get the most marks when answering questions for assignments and introduced them to essay techniques The majority of her audience were Year 7 and Year 8 students and they found the activities she prepared very helpful Taylor gave the students some work samples and they had to determine what each sample should have been marked This gave the students an insight to the importance of meeting ldquocriteriardquo

We are very fortunate to have such motivated and caring senior students who are so willing to help our juniors make the most out of their learning at Maclean High School We are also very grateful to our volunteers such as Mrs Lorri Brown Alan Barbara and Anne who come every week and make cheese toasties for the students play chess with them and generally help them with assignments and homework More volunteers and parents are always welcome as we not only use the time productively but we also have fun and interact socially We also have a huge amount of dedicated staff such as Mr Adam Izzard Mr Matt Fisher Ms Leena Vadher Mr Paul Cassidy Miss Danielle Fisher and Mrs Belinda Cameron who come to Study HUB most weeks and help our students

lsquonrsquo

Contact alliranewtonclarencenswgovau or on 0428 420 908 for an opportunity to perform live lsquonrsquo loud in the library

Live lsquonrsquo Loud is a drug and alcohol free eventPlease register by the 14th February 2020

Bands and performers wanted as a

support act for

Live music

from local

bands

THE RUPERTS

8 APRIL 2020GRAFTON LIBRARY

YOUTH WEEK 2020

CLARENCE VALLEY

clarencevalleyyouth

Study HUB runs from 330pm till 445pm in the school Library on Thursday All are welcome

BLIND amp FLOORING CENTRE

2 Angourie Road Yamba 2464Phone 02 6646 8555

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

Careers UpdateUniversity RoadshowLast week we had the University Roadshow Expo in our library Attended by Griffith Uni Bond Uni Southern Cross Uni The Uni of New England Queensland Uni and the Country Universities Centre from Grafton Students from Year 10 to Year 12 sat in on a seminar to develop their confidence when transitioning from school covering topics like scholarships and accommodation as well as how to afford university study and the different ways you can get into university Those who attended walked away with a solid foundation of knowledge

White CardOur next White Card Course is coming up toward the end of March We still have a few places left Any student keen to get into a trade undertake Construction Primary Industries or Metals and Engineering in senior years are encouraged to get this nationally recognised qualification Notes can be collected from the Careers Office in the Library We will offer another course in Term 2

Info SessionsStudents are encouraged to keep an eye on Sentral for upcoming information sessions being run at school If a student sees something they are interested in they need to place their name on the list outside the Careers Office Later this term we have the Australian Defence Force presenting to any student from Year 9 - 12 who might want to pursue a defence pathway Additionally the University of Melbourne will be live streaming with us in the last week of Term 1 for any student in Year 11 or Year 12 considering moving to Victoria for study after they complete school

EmailsThere are regular emails going out to all families to keep them updated on what is happening in Careers at Maclean High School as well as to provide tips on how to best support students when they want to transition from school If you are not getting these give the office a call on 6645 2244 to make sure your details are up to date Miss Danielle Fisher

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - BMX COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SCOOTER COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 4PM-7PM

MOBILE YOUTH VAN ILUKA

ILUKA SKATE PARK

FRI 3 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SKATE COMP

YAMBA SKATE PARK

SAT 4 APRIL - 3PM-9PM

OPEN AIR CINEMAOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT ALLIRA 0428 420 908ALL YOUTH WEEK EVENTS ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE UNDER 13S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT

SUN 5 APRIL - 10AM-2PM

SPLASH COLOUR FUN RUNJ J LAWRENCE PARK SOUTH GRAFTON

MON 6 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

TUE 7 APRIL - 330PM-530PM

DROP IN GRAFTONOUT OF THE BOX MARKET SQUARE

WED 8 APRIL - 6PM-9PM

LIVE lsquoNrsquo LOUDGRAFTON LIBRARY

WED 8 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 9 APRIL - 4PM-8PM

MOVIE NIGHTILUKA PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLA

RE

NC

EV

ALL

EY

010420 - 090420

CLARENCEVALLEYYOUTH CLARENCEVALLEY_YOUTH

FREE STUDENT EXCHANGE LIVE ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

FOR STUDENTS amp FAMILIES Meet our staff hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange find out about discounts and

scholarships available and ask questionsWednesday 11th March at 530pm (Perth time)

830pm (AEDT Sydney time)Register now

Visit studentexchangeorgauinfo-sessions or call 1300 135 331 for more information

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Senior Students Teaching Junior Students how to perform in Assignments at Study HUBOur school leaders including Taylor Johnson help and tutor students at Study HUB on Thursdays after school Last week Taylor taught students how to interpret a Rubric and get the most marks when answering questions for assignments and introduced them to essay techniques The majority of her audience were Year 7 and Year 8 students and they found the activities she prepared very helpful Taylor gave the students some work samples and they had to determine what each sample should have been marked This gave the students an insight to the importance of meeting ldquocriteriardquo

We are very fortunate to have such motivated and caring senior students who are so willing to help our juniors make the most out of their learning at Maclean High School We are also very grateful to our volunteers such as Mrs Lorri Brown Alan Barbara and Anne who come every week and make cheese toasties for the students play chess with them and generally help them with assignments and homework More volunteers and parents are always welcome as we not only use the time productively but we also have fun and interact socially We also have a huge amount of dedicated staff such as Mr Adam Izzard Mr Matt Fisher Ms Leena Vadher Mr Paul Cassidy Miss Danielle Fisher and Mrs Belinda Cameron who come to Study HUB most weeks and help our students

lsquonrsquo

Contact alliranewtonclarencenswgovau or on 0428 420 908 for an opportunity to perform live lsquonrsquo loud in the library

Live lsquonrsquo Loud is a drug and alcohol free eventPlease register by the 14th February 2020

Bands and performers wanted as a

support act for

Live music

from local

bands

THE RUPERTS

8 APRIL 2020GRAFTON LIBRARY

YOUTH WEEK 2020

CLARENCE VALLEY

clarencevalleyyouth

Study HUB runs from 330pm till 445pm in the school Library on Thursday All are welcome

BLIND amp FLOORING CENTRE

2 Angourie Road Yamba 2464Phone 02 6646 8555

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

Careers UpdateUniversity RoadshowLast week we had the University Roadshow Expo in our library Attended by Griffith Uni Bond Uni Southern Cross Uni The Uni of New England Queensland Uni and the Country Universities Centre from Grafton Students from Year 10 to Year 12 sat in on a seminar to develop their confidence when transitioning from school covering topics like scholarships and accommodation as well as how to afford university study and the different ways you can get into university Those who attended walked away with a solid foundation of knowledge

White CardOur next White Card Course is coming up toward the end of March We still have a few places left Any student keen to get into a trade undertake Construction Primary Industries or Metals and Engineering in senior years are encouraged to get this nationally recognised qualification Notes can be collected from the Careers Office in the Library We will offer another course in Term 2

Info SessionsStudents are encouraged to keep an eye on Sentral for upcoming information sessions being run at school If a student sees something they are interested in they need to place their name on the list outside the Careers Office Later this term we have the Australian Defence Force presenting to any student from Year 9 - 12 who might want to pursue a defence pathway Additionally the University of Melbourne will be live streaming with us in the last week of Term 1 for any student in Year 11 or Year 12 considering moving to Victoria for study after they complete school

EmailsThere are regular emails going out to all families to keep them updated on what is happening in Careers at Maclean High School as well as to provide tips on how to best support students when they want to transition from school If you are not getting these give the office a call on 6645 2244 to make sure your details are up to date Miss Danielle Fisher

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - BMX COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SCOOTER COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 4PM-7PM

MOBILE YOUTH VAN ILUKA

ILUKA SKATE PARK

FRI 3 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SKATE COMP

YAMBA SKATE PARK

SAT 4 APRIL - 3PM-9PM

OPEN AIR CINEMAOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT ALLIRA 0428 420 908ALL YOUTH WEEK EVENTS ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE UNDER 13S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT

SUN 5 APRIL - 10AM-2PM

SPLASH COLOUR FUN RUNJ J LAWRENCE PARK SOUTH GRAFTON

MON 6 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

TUE 7 APRIL - 330PM-530PM

DROP IN GRAFTONOUT OF THE BOX MARKET SQUARE

WED 8 APRIL - 6PM-9PM

LIVE lsquoNrsquo LOUDGRAFTON LIBRARY

WED 8 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 9 APRIL - 4PM-8PM

MOVIE NIGHTILUKA PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLA

RE

NC

EV

ALL

EY

010420 - 090420

CLARENCEVALLEYYOUTH CLARENCEVALLEY_YOUTH

FREE STUDENT EXCHANGE LIVE ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

FOR STUDENTS amp FAMILIES Meet our staff hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange find out about discounts and

scholarships available and ask questionsWednesday 11th March at 530pm (Perth time)

830pm (AEDT Sydney time)Register now

Visit studentexchangeorgauinfo-sessions or call 1300 135 331 for more information

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March

Careers UpdateUniversity RoadshowLast week we had the University Roadshow Expo in our library Attended by Griffith Uni Bond Uni Southern Cross Uni The Uni of New England Queensland Uni and the Country Universities Centre from Grafton Students from Year 10 to Year 12 sat in on a seminar to develop their confidence when transitioning from school covering topics like scholarships and accommodation as well as how to afford university study and the different ways you can get into university Those who attended walked away with a solid foundation of knowledge

White CardOur next White Card Course is coming up toward the end of March We still have a few places left Any student keen to get into a trade undertake Construction Primary Industries or Metals and Engineering in senior years are encouraged to get this nationally recognised qualification Notes can be collected from the Careers Office in the Library We will offer another course in Term 2

Info SessionsStudents are encouraged to keep an eye on Sentral for upcoming information sessions being run at school If a student sees something they are interested in they need to place their name on the list outside the Careers Office Later this term we have the Australian Defence Force presenting to any student from Year 9 - 12 who might want to pursue a defence pathway Additionally the University of Melbourne will be live streaming with us in the last week of Term 1 for any student in Year 11 or Year 12 considering moving to Victoria for study after they complete school

EmailsThere are regular emails going out to all families to keep them updated on what is happening in Careers at Maclean High School as well as to provide tips on how to best support students when they want to transition from school If you are not getting these give the office a call on 6645 2244 to make sure your details are up to date Miss Danielle Fisher

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - BMX COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

WED 1 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SCOOTER COMP

GRAFTON SKATE PARK

THU 2 APRIL - 4PM-7PM

MOBILE YOUTH VAN ILUKA

ILUKA SKATE PARK

FRI 3 APRIL - 330PM-730PM

SICK FLIX + KICK FLIPS - SKATE COMP

YAMBA SKATE PARK

SAT 4 APRIL - 3PM-9PM

OPEN AIR CINEMAOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT ALLIRA 0428 420 908ALL YOUTH WEEK EVENTS ARE DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE UNDER 13S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT

SUN 5 APRIL - 10AM-2PM

SPLASH COLOUR FUN RUNJ J LAWRENCE PARK SOUTH GRAFTON

MON 6 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

TUE 7 APRIL - 330PM-530PM

DROP IN GRAFTONOUT OF THE BOX MARKET SQUARE

WED 8 APRIL - 6PM-9PM

LIVE lsquoNrsquo LOUDGRAFTON LIBRARY

WED 8 APRIL - 330PM-5PM

DROP IN MACLEANOUT OF THE BOX WHERRETT PARK

THU 9 APRIL - 4PM-8PM

MOVIE NIGHTILUKA PUBLIC SCHOOL

CLA

RE

NC

EV

ALL

EY

010420 - 090420

CLARENCEVALLEYYOUTH CLARENCEVALLEY_YOUTH

FREE STUDENT EXCHANGE LIVE ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION

FOR STUDENTS amp FAMILIES Meet our staff hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange find out about discounts and

scholarships available and ask questionsWednesday 11th March at 530pm (Perth time)

830pm (AEDT Sydney time)Register now

Visit studentexchangeorgauinfo-sessions or call 1300 135 331 for more information

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

UNION STREETFAMILY MEDICAL

PRACTICE

PHONE 026645225511 Union Street

Maclean NSW 2463

Dr David Dalgliesh Dr Andrew McNabDr Navin Menon

We are a General Practice specialising in Adolescence Health

Womenrsquos Health amp Skin Cancer Medicine amp we have a Midwife who

specialises in Antenatal Care

OPEN 800AM TO 600PM

Literacy Tip for this weekThe 2 focus words for this week are ldquovacantrdquo and ldquodemolishrdquo

Literacy Devices ctd

Metaphors a word or phrase that means one thing and is used for referring to another thing in order to emphasise their similar qualities eg ldquoDonrsquot be such an airheadrdquoA mind is made up of thoughts which have weight Heavy thoughts are solid and deep light thoughts are vacuous and lofty

Simile a phrase that describes something by comparing it to something else using the word lsquolikersquo or lsquoasrsquo eg ldquoHe eats like a pigrdquo

Personification figure of speech where human attributes are given to animals or inanimate objects eg ldquoThe pencil flew out of my handrdquo

Onomatopoeia formation of a name or word by imitating sound associated with that word derived from the Greek lsquoonomarsquo meaning name Names of birds such as the Peewee and Mopoke are believed to have originated in onomatopoeia used by cartoonists eg ldquobloop crash buzz pingrdquo Mrs Linda Martin Relieving Deputy Principal

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 01

02 Kylie Kerr

03 Janet Challis

04 Janet Challis

05 Cheryl Jones

06 Cheryl Jones

07 08

09 Kylie Kerr

10 Janet Challis

11 Janet Challis

12 Cheryl Jones

13 Cheryl Jones

14 15

16 Kylie Kerr

17 Janet Challis

18 Janet Challis

19 Cheryl Jones

20 Cheryl Jones

21 22

23 Kylie Kerr

24 Janet Challis

25 Janet Challis

26 Cheryl Jones

Deb Thwaites

27 Cheryl Jones

28 29

30 Kylie Kerr

31 Two volunteers are required for each day If you can help out on any day please contact Danielle on 0473 534614

Canteen Volunteers urgently needed

Here at the Canteen we are in need of some new volunteers Each day we require two volunteers to make sure the day runs smoothly all tasks are performed in time and enough food items are on offer for the children and staff to purchase Currently we have one helper each day and as you can see on our roster the same three people are being exhausted doing multiple days to ensure the Canteen stays up and running We are very flexible and are happy for people to do one day a month or even half a day or even just to come and help serve at recess or lunch If you would like to come and do an hour in the Canteen to see what we do each day you are more than welcome and we run a friendly easy going environment It is a great way to meet parents and staff within the schooling community and helps raise much needed funds for the PampC to purchase equipment which greatly benefits your child Please contact Danielle Bryant on 0473 534614 or pop in to the Canteen anytime between 9am - 2pm

Canteen Roster March 2020

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Helpline NumbersOnline ResourcesKids Helpline 1800 551800 or wwwkidshelpcomauLifeline 13 1114 or wwwlifelineorgauHeadspace 1800 650890 or wwweheadspaceorgauBeyond Blue 1300 224636 or wwwbeyondblueorgauReachout httpaureachoutcomSuicide Call Back Service 1300 659467WayAhead Directory httpdirectorywayaheadorgauMental Health Telephone Access Line 1800 011511 (operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week It is staffed by clinicians who can provide advice make referrals and link callers to the Mental Health Service in their local health district)School Counsellors Ms Kerrie Bowles and Mr Andrew Allen

Correct School Shoes for Practical Lessons The Department of Education and Work Cover WHampS Regulations requires all students and staff participating in practical lessons ie Visual Arts Science and Technology subjects to follow specific safety precautions This includes the wearing of full leather upper shoes with sturdy soles which must be worn in all practical classes where there is the possibility of spillage of hot liquids etc or the dropping of heavy or sharp tools or instruments In cases where students do not have suitable footwear the student concerned will be excluded from participating in all practical work and should the exclusion be extended for a lengthy period it will be necessary to consider notifying NESA of the failure of the student to complete the requirements of the practical component of the courses involved This may affect the students award of the ROSA (Record of School Achievement) Certificate or Higher School Certificate

Acceptable examples of shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are

Incorrect shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 01

02 Kylie Kerr

03 Janet Challis

04 Janet Challis

05 Cheryl Jones

06 Cheryl Jones

07 08

09 Kylie Kerr

10 Janet Challis

11 Janet Challis

12 Cheryl Jones

13 Cheryl Jones

14 15

16 Kylie Kerr

17 Janet Challis

18 Janet Challis

19 Cheryl Jones

20 Cheryl Jones

21 22

23 Kylie Kerr

24 Janet Challis

25 Janet Challis

26 Cheryl Jones

Deb Thwaites

27 Cheryl Jones

28 29

30 Kylie Kerr

31 Two volunteers are required for each day If you can help out on any day please contact Danielle on 0473 534614

Canteen Volunteers urgently needed

Here at the Canteen we are in need of some new volunteers Each day we require two volunteers to make sure the day runs smoothly all tasks are performed in time and enough food items are on offer for the children and staff to purchase Currently we have one helper each day and as you can see on our roster the same three people are being exhausted doing multiple days to ensure the Canteen stays up and running We are very flexible and are happy for people to do one day a month or even half a day or even just to come and help serve at recess or lunch If you would like to come and do an hour in the Canteen to see what we do each day you are more than welcome and we run a friendly easy going environment It is a great way to meet parents and staff within the schooling community and helps raise much needed funds for the PampC to purchase equipment which greatly benefits your child Please contact Danielle Bryant on 0473 534614 or pop in to the Canteen anytime between 9am - 2pm

Canteen Roster March 2020

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Helpline NumbersOnline ResourcesKids Helpline 1800 551800 or wwwkidshelpcomauLifeline 13 1114 or wwwlifelineorgauHeadspace 1800 650890 or wwweheadspaceorgauBeyond Blue 1300 224636 or wwwbeyondblueorgauReachout httpaureachoutcomSuicide Call Back Service 1300 659467WayAhead Directory httpdirectorywayaheadorgauMental Health Telephone Access Line 1800 011511 (operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week It is staffed by clinicians who can provide advice make referrals and link callers to the Mental Health Service in their local health district)School Counsellors Ms Kerrie Bowles and Mr Andrew Allen

Correct School Shoes for Practical Lessons The Department of Education and Work Cover WHampS Regulations requires all students and staff participating in practical lessons ie Visual Arts Science and Technology subjects to follow specific safety precautions This includes the wearing of full leather upper shoes with sturdy soles which must be worn in all practical classes where there is the possibility of spillage of hot liquids etc or the dropping of heavy or sharp tools or instruments In cases where students do not have suitable footwear the student concerned will be excluded from participating in all practical work and should the exclusion be extended for a lengthy period it will be necessary to consider notifying NESA of the failure of the student to complete the requirements of the practical component of the courses involved This may affect the students award of the ROSA (Record of School Achievement) Certificate or Higher School Certificate

Acceptable examples of shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are

Incorrect shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are

MACLEAN HIGH SCHOOLNEWSLETTER

MARCH 2020 - 5th March CREATING OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVING SUCCESS

WOOMBAH STREET MACLEAN NSW 2463 02 6645 2244 wwwmaclean-hschoolsnsweduau

Helpline NumbersOnline ResourcesKids Helpline 1800 551800 or wwwkidshelpcomauLifeline 13 1114 or wwwlifelineorgauHeadspace 1800 650890 or wwweheadspaceorgauBeyond Blue 1300 224636 or wwwbeyondblueorgauReachout httpaureachoutcomSuicide Call Back Service 1300 659467WayAhead Directory httpdirectorywayaheadorgauMental Health Telephone Access Line 1800 011511 (operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week It is staffed by clinicians who can provide advice make referrals and link callers to the Mental Health Service in their local health district)School Counsellors Ms Kerrie Bowles and Mr Andrew Allen

Correct School Shoes for Practical Lessons The Department of Education and Work Cover WHampS Regulations requires all students and staff participating in practical lessons ie Visual Arts Science and Technology subjects to follow specific safety precautions This includes the wearing of full leather upper shoes with sturdy soles which must be worn in all practical classes where there is the possibility of spillage of hot liquids etc or the dropping of heavy or sharp tools or instruments In cases where students do not have suitable footwear the student concerned will be excluded from participating in all practical work and should the exclusion be extended for a lengthy period it will be necessary to consider notifying NESA of the failure of the student to complete the requirements of the practical component of the courses involved This may affect the students award of the ROSA (Record of School Achievement) Certificate or Higher School Certificate

Acceptable examples of shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are

Incorrect shoes for Industrial Arts and Food Technology area (TAS) are