PARKES HIGH SCHOOL

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I S S U E 1 7 - W E E K 4 T E R M 4 2 0 1 9

Phone : 6862 1844 Fax : 6862 5046 Email : parkes-h.admin@det.nsw.edu.au

Parkes High School, Proud to be a member of the

Henry Parkes Learning Community, “Leading In Education”

Term 3 Recognition Assembly Parkes High school held a Recognition Assembly recently where the school community celebrated the wonderful efforts of our students. Special guest, Councillor Bill Jayet, along with PHS Principal Mrs Sandra Carter presented the Level 1 Gold Pins and Level 2 certificates to students who have earned recognition points and represented the school in many areas. Gold pins were received by Will Bevan, Hannah Blunt, Ruby Dawson. Alleyne Gaut, Taylor Hawken, Elizabeth Hoyle, Holly McColl, Isobella McCrae, Cordelia Moon, Rachel Ostler, Thomas Stechly-Petrikas, Koby Wirth, Becky Wright, Thomas Yates. Some of these students are pictured right. Following the positive welfare awards, Year 9 Student Representatives, Nia Boggs and Amanda Lowe announced Student of the Term. Each term the Student Representative Council call for nominations for Student of the Term then the student body select the worthy recipient. Term 3 saw Year 9 student Jordan Moody announced as student of the term. Jordan is pictured below left. After musical items by Hannah Dun, accompanied by the Year 9 ensemble, several students were presented with the Lachlan PSSA appreciation award for their assistance at the Lachlan PSSA primary school Athletics carnival. The Lachlan PSSA appreciation went

to Jacob Chambers, Zayne Ehsman, Sam Levick, James Parsons, Zac Redfern, Koby Wirth, Alex Richardson-Bartley, and Nikita Wood. Some of these students are pictured below right.

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FRENCH RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM COMES TO VISIT

Bonjour .... Parkes High had the pleasure of hosting the touring French Rugby League team. The Year 7 French class welcomed the players and practised their french language skills while the Year 9 and 11 Hospitality classes cooked up some yummy Australian cuisine for everyone to try.

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Pink It Up PHS Day

A big congratulations to the new senior leadership team and all of the Year 11 helpers who organised ‘Pink It Up’ PHS day. It was a fantastic day, with everyone dressing in pink and participating in a friendly games of cricket. While we played cricket we listened to Miss Kempson’s great tunes. We also enjoyed snacking on slushies, sausages and a bake sale.

All proceeds raised are going to the McGrath Foundation as part of the ‘Pink It Up Parkes’ initiate. Over $1300 was raised by the students and staff at Parkes High School.

To support ‘Pink It Up Parkes’ the staff at Parkes High held a morning tea to raise funds. There were some great pink outfits!!! A big thank you to Mrs Wilson for organising the event !

IMPORTANT DATES Tuesday 12 November Junior AECG Meeting

Middleton Public School

Wednesday 13 November Senior AECG Meeting

Middleton Public School

Friday 15 November Year 12 Graduation Dinner

Tuesday 26 November P&C Meeting

7.30pm in Conference Room All welcome

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ALLERGY AWARENESS IMPORTANT REMINDER

Due to the increasing number of students with severe allergies and anaphylaxis we ask students, parents and all staff to not bring the following items to school:

All nuts, including; peanuts, cashews, pistachios, nut mixes, peanut butter, products including peanut / nut or extract or oil. These include nutella, muesli bars, satay, various sweets, chocolate and biscuits.

Raw egg

Also, students should not share or exchange food

Parkes High School is now a licensed award unit and can guide students who choose to accept the challenge and strive toward a Duke of Edinburgh Bronze, Silver or Gold award. Several students have now completed or nearly completed their bronze award and we are looking to get organised for 2020. Students who are 14 or over can take part in the Duke of Ed which requires students to spend at least 6 months working on four areas: developing a skill, Physical Recreation, Service and The Adventurous Journey. Expressions of interest or any questions should be emailed to Mrs Helen Vere at helen.vere3@det.nsw.edu.au . Pictured right are students on the Adventurous Journey hike in the National Park South of Sydney.

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The Townsend Memorial Scholarship

The Townsend Memorial Scholarship is available to students attending Parkes High School to assist students to complete a degree course of study at the University of NSW or University of Sydney in the faculty of Medicine,

Law, Dentistry, Architecture, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or Engineering.

Please see Mrs Carter to discuss your application.

REMINDER - Energy Drinks are not consumed at Parkes High School

Long term effects of Energy Drinks include cardiovascular problems, heartburn, ulcers, difficulty

sleeping (insomnia) and anxiety.

Please make good choices for your health. Staff will confiscate and discard Energy Drinks

to support your health and wellbeing.

Girls Strategy Group Visit Parkes Public Girls Strategy assisted Miss Cheney and her wonderful class 4 Red to construct outstanding clay monsters. Students were eager to learn new skills and enjoyed the opportunity to make scary sculptures guided by their high school helpers. Girls Strategy are grateful for the warm welcome to Parkes Public by Miss Cheney and her enthusiastic class and we look forward to returning to assist them to decorate their clay monsters.

A reminder to parents to notify the school about your child’s health

We welcome information from parents about your child's health, even if you are not requesting specific support from our school. Our school asks for medical information when you enrol your child. It is also important that you let us know if your child’s health care needs change or if a new health condition develops.

Information about allergies, medical conditions such as asthma and diabetes and other health care related issues (including prior conditions such as medical procedures in the last 12 months) should be provided to the school by parents. Please provide this information in writing to the Principal. This will greatly assist our school in planning to support your child’s health and wellbeing.

Please also remember to notify staff in the school office of any changes to your contact details or to the contact details of other people nominated as emergency contacts.

We appreciate your assistance in this regard and assure you that any information you provide the school will be stored securely and will only be used or disclosed in order to support your son or daughter’s health needs or as otherwise required by law.

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Principal’s Report

Exciting news! Parkes High School has been selected as one of twenty schools to participate in the ‘Local Schools for Local Industry' initiative proudly funded by the NSW Government. The Minister’s office has made a formal announcement about the program to the press and Hon Geoff Lee, Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education will be also making an announcement at a VIP breakfast held in Sydney. Thank you to Mr Peter Luck and the HSIE staff who developed our application and who will deliver the program in 2020. Mr Luck will be attending the breakfast in Sydney later this term. The French Rugby League team visit was amazing. The young men were outstanding ambassadors for their country and for Rugby League. They enjoyed their time in the Food Technology classes and in the Year 7 Language class. They spent time talking with the students, signing autographs and having their photo taken. The French Rugby League players then worked with our Year 9 and 10 students at the Primary School Gala Day. The French team were very appreciative of our students and enjoyed working with them and our local primary students. Next Thursday night, November 14, we will hold a parent forum on our pilot program for the High Potential and Gifted Education policy (HPGE) that comes into effect in 2021, at 6pm in the LP Johnson Hall. This year we have had a Stage 4 class and this has been extremely successful. In 2020, we are looking to expand this concept and have year group classes. Several members of staff have already had specific professional learning in teaching gifted students and we will continue to take opportunities for this learning. Ms Abby Bookless and Mr Warren Murray have taken our SRC Senior Team to Sydney for a Leadership Conference. The students were quite excited as they left on Tuesday, they had a chance to hear motivational speakers and spend some time developing plans for 2020. Year 12 students have almost completed their HSC examinations. Mr Duncan has sent out information in the Careers News about scholarships that are available. Please remember the Townsend Scholarship; only for students of Parkes High School attending the University of Sydney or University of New South Wales and only in the schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Law, Architecture, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or Engineering. Our staff training in anaphylaxis and CPR to ensure we can react in an emergency has continued. All staff have to be current with Emergency Care training. This training is mandatory for staff in NSW public schools. A large proportion of staff at Parkes High School also have First Aid training. Thank you to our parents who are continually supporting our school and fostering pride in our school through their children wearing our school uniform. Most items of our school uniform are available from our school office. Please be mindful that our school uniform has been ratified by our P&C and as such it is a core rule and requirement of all government schools that students wear school uniform. Our next P&C Meeting for 2019 will be held in the Conference Room (just along the corridor from the front office) on Tuesday 26 November at 7.30 pm. This will be the last meeting for the year. I look forward to seeing all our new and continuing parents.

Please contact the school (6862 1844) or make an appointment if you need to discuss any aspect of your child’s education or if you need clarification on any issues or events your child may be involved in. Please be aware that all visitors to the school, including parents, must report to the office in Albert Street. At Parkes High School we are safe, respectful and responsible. Mrs Sandra Carter - Principal

Careers - Let Your Journey Begin Here By Mr Kieran Duncan

Please 'like' the PHS Careers noticeboard

Facebook page for access to Further Careers information.

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Year 10 Career Portfolios: Please note that Year 10 Career Portfolios ’ are now due. Could students please bring their completed portfolios to their next Careers lesson. This needs to be shown to me no later than Friday 15 November. Wollongong University Discovery Day 2020: Dear Year 11, don ’t forget to register for the 2020 Wollongong University Discovery Day program. Please note this is for students considering attending University in 2021. You do not have to be considering Wollongong to attend. Student registrations must be completed by Friday 22 November 2019. Many of the sessions have limited numbers, so a first-come, first-served principle will apply. Check your e-mail for our school code.

NSW Police Recruitment Information Session: 7 December 2019, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm NSW Police Force Headquarters

Come and join us for an information session about the NSW Police Force recruitment process. There will be speakers from

the NSW Police Force and Charles Sturt University who will provide an overview of the academic and professional

suitability requirements for entry into the NSW Police Force including information on the University Certificate in Workforce

Essentials (UCWE) and the Police Academy. Recruitment Officers will be on hand to discuss your current or future

application and to answer specific questions relating to the process. Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nsw-

police-recruitment-information-session-tickets-60453275374

Register your interest for a career with the AFP: Entry level recruit opportunities will be opening soon with the Australian Federal Police. If you are fit, healthy and have a strong sense of justice, you can register your interest in starting your career with the AFP as a Police Officer or Protective Service Officer. Read more about entry level positions and register here: https://www.afp.gov.au/careers/entry-level-recruit-policing-and-protective-service-officer-recruitment

JMC Academy Short Courses: During the summer school holidays, JMC Academy will be running a series of short courses for aspiring creatives. If you’re interested in music, film, television, video games or design, they have courses for everyone.Character Design Short Course, Recording & Mixing a Band Short Course, Script to Screen Short Course, Songwriting & Production Short Course. All courses start on Monday 20 January, and run at the Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Find out more and book here: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/shortcourses

Charles Allan Seymour Hawker Memorial Scholarship: Value: Up to $60,000: Open/Closing Dates: December 9, 2019 – January 8, 2020. The C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship is one of the most generous privately funded scholarships available to undergraduate and post-graduate students in Australia. The C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship is available to any Australian student undertaking a three or four year course of study approved by the Trustees. Undergraduate students who have commenced their studies are also eligible to apply for the scholarship. Successful applicants can choose to study at one of the nominated Australian universities or colleges. In some instances the C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship is also offered to postgraduate students who can undertake a one year course of study at the University of Cambridge in the UK. Successful applicants are required to study at one of the following institutions: Australian National University – ACT, Flinders University of South Australia – SA, University of Adelaide (including Roseworthy Campus) – SA, Roseworthy Residential College, University of New England – NSW, University of South Australia – SA, Marcus Oldham College – VIC, University of Cambridge – UK. Find out more: : http://www.hawkerscholarship.org/ Work Experience with Sydney Trains: The Sydney Trains Work Experience Program offers opportunities for students to experience the world of work at Sydney Trains and gain a better understanding of the career options available in the rail industry. You can spend a week with us and learn about: Diesel/Plant mechanics with our Heavy Plant team, which repairs and maintains a large fleet of track maintenance

machines Communications and control systems with our Operational Technology team, which maintains train control and train

visibility systems, data networks and passenger information systems Electro-technology apprenticeship options across our rail network including theory and practical training on rail

signalling, rail substations, rail traction and everything you ever wanted to know about trains at one of our fleet maintenance depots.

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/sydneytrains/careers/sydney-trains-apprentices

Uniform Pool Needs Clothes

Have your children grown out of their uniforms? Consider making a donation to the Parkes High clothing pool!

We have helped over 50 students with donations of jumpers, skirts, shirts and pants.

Please launder, fold and drop into the office in a plastic bag. We welcome any donations. Thank you!

AECG Meetings 2019

Term 4: Middleton Public School: Junior - Tuesday 12 November

Senior – Wednesday 13 November

Payments To The Office

Due to changes in school banking procedures all receipting for school fees, excursions etc are

unable to be processed after 3.00pm.

Payments for uniform remain unchanged.

KOORI NEWS

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Term 4 Assessment Schedules For Students, Parents and Carers Please use this as a guide to help your child plan their study schedules and assessment tasks. On occasion, changes may need to be made to this guide due to unforeseen circumstances.

Students can confirm these dates with the Head Teacher of the faculty if they have any concerns.

Maths Help

Does your child have maths questions they need help with?

Would they benefit from a quiet place to do their homework?

Looking for assessment preparation?

Maths help is available for all students in any year, from 3:25pm on Thursday afternoons in the Learning hub (B9). No bookings needed, no cost.

Helen Vere - Mathematics Teacher Distance Education Support Duke of Edinburgh Award Leader Parkes High School

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Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11/12

Week 5 English Mathematics GATS Mathematics

PDHPE Mathematics GATS Mathematics

English PASS

English PASS Food Technology

Week 6 PDHPE Music B & C

Science Music

Agriculture Timber Music Food Technology Metal Photography Information Software Technology

Agriculture Timber Metal

Week 7 Technology Mandatory

Technology Mandatory

Music

Week 8 English Srudies English Standard English Advanced

Mathematics Advanced

Week 9 GATS English GATS English Biology Ancient History

Business Studies Visual Arts

Physics SLR

Week 10 Chemistry CAFS

Legal Studies Agriculture

PDHPE Modern History

ITM

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SCHOOL UNIFORM

Now Available At Parkes High School Cash or Cheque to the School Office

Please note that uniform CANNOT be paid through POP online

Trackpants $30.00

School Jumper $50.00

School Jackets $50.00

Beanies $10.00

Scarves $10.00

School Hats $15.00

School Tie $15.00

School Sport Socks $15.00

Polar Fleece Jacket $60.00

Blue Shirt $22.00

White Shirt $22.00

Long Sleeved Shirts $22.00

Girls Skirt $60.00

Girls Dress Pants $40.00

Sport Shorts $15.00

Sport Shirts $25.00

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If you are sitting your HSC exams in or after 2020 you will need to meet a minimum standard of literacy and numeracy to receive your Higher School Certificate.

Literacy and numeracy skills are key for success in everyday life. Achieving the HSC minimum standard means you will have a level of skills necessary for success after school.

Students show they have met the HSC minimum standard by passing online tests of basic reading, writing and numeracy skills needed for everyday tasks. The minimum standard online tests are not based on NAPLAN.

Students master basic skills at different stages so there are multiple opportunities available for students to understand what to expect and pass the minimum standard online tests, from Year 10 until a few years after Year 12.

Some students will be eligible for disability provisions for the minimum standard tests, or an exemption from the HSC minimum standard requirement.

Important changes to the HSC minimum standard

From last year, Year 9 NAPLAN tests will no longer be available as an early way for students to demonstrate the standard. This change has been made to ensure NAPLAN remains focussed on its diagnostic purpose and to reduce unnecessary stress on young people. PLEASE REFER TO THE LINK BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/11-12/hsc/hsc-minimum-standard

HSC Minimum Standards – Year 10 Students

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WE NEED YOUR HELP

Canteen Volunteers Needed If you have a spare hour a day at either

11.00 am or 1.30pm to help serve recess or lunch it would be greatly

appreciated. Please call Canteen on 68 622 805

Maths and English Caring, qualified tutors

Year 1 to Year 10

Health and Safety Risk Aerosol Spray Deodorants

Aerosol Spray Deodorants are BANNED from school as they pose a health risk to students and staff through the potential for asthma attacks and

allergic reactions. These will be confiscated if brought to school.

If students need deodorant at school they are encouraged to use roll on deodorants.

Parkes High School ‘Bring Your Own Device’

Specifications

Please refer to our Parkes High School website for specifications before purchasing any new

“Bring Your Own Device” computers or tablets.

Health and Safety Changes

ALL visitors to the school MUST report to the office and sign in.

ALL visitors attending assemblies or events will be required to SIGN IN either at the office or

at the LP Johnston Hall.

Signing Your Child Out Of School

If you send a note to the school in the morning we can have your child waiting at the office

for you to collect.

This will save you time waiting for us to get them from their class.

Please make sure you include your child’s full name on the note.

Parkes High School P & C Executive Contacts

President - Stephen Gaut on 0418 667 180

Vice President - Sharon Woods on 0401 629 020 Secretary - Craig Bland on 0447102053

Treasurer - Tracy Glasson on 0459 661 252