Reddam House High School Newsletter Volume 23, Issue 11 | 5 May 2023
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Welcome back to Term 2 after what I trust was a wonderful holiday.
Our senior students and their teachers at Bondi are very excited to regain all the classrooms in the Learning Centre. We are grateful to the teams from Midson and Stephen Edwards Constructions who have delivered an exceptional end product on time. The last stage of the project now involves the landscaping and external work, which will continue this term. We look forward to showing the completed project off to the community as soon as possible.
Tours and Activities that happened in the holidays include:
The Hamilton Island Art Retreat is a retreat which is open to students who are passionate about art. Hamilton Island is one of the most magnificent destinations in Australia and Reddam House students have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with Head of Art, Laurellen Symonds engaging in art workshops on the island. The students also had a private art lesson with the artist in residence in the studio space connected to the Hamilton Island Art Gallery. The students were involved in a range of workshops such as drawing, watercolour, sculptural and photographic. This was a fantastic opportunity to be able to create artworks in such a tropical and lush landscape. The students stayed in beautiful accommodation at the Reef View Hotel and thoroughly enjoyed the many pools, beach and
water sports. This was an unparalleled experience for our incredible artists. Please see the beautiful photos further in to this Newsletter.
If you would like a registration form to join us in 2024 email: laurellen.symonds@reddamhouse.com.au
The Art Department also ran a holiday workshop for Year 6 - Year 11 students who developed a range of new skills and techniques. They learnt how to knit and make a scarf. They made 3D sculptural forms in air dry clay and magic clay and used gouache painting for the first time to create beautiful works of fish and other sea creatures. Our 4th day was photographic techniques and the students now have a full kit of skills to take professional photos as they took shots both at Bondi Beach and in the studio setting. Join us next holidays to make great art, new skills and new friends.
The Modern and Ancient History Tour to Turkey, Germany and Italy led by our senior History teachers Ms Vince and Mr Dalglish was so successful that students are already enquiring about next year. See a diary of their tour later in this newsletter.
Mrs Pelosi and Ms Knight took the tour to the Northern Territory. They reflected that “It was a great experience for all and the students who were totally immersed in indigenous culture. A fantastic trip in every regard and a treat for all of us”. Video and photographs are reflective of this experience.
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I would like to thank and congratulate all the students who attended ANZAC Day Ceremonies during the holiday and those involved in the school ANZAC assembly today. The Senior Judiciary and Junior Executive students represented the school at the Bondi Dawn Service while Weston Budd represented the school as the trumpeter at Mark Moran, Vaucluse, where the Mayor of Woollahra, Susan Wynne (whose daughter, Chloe, was in the HSC Class of 2019) was also present.
Fellisha Tjen of The Women's Empowerment Portfolio, together with the Charity Portfolio, and Year 11 and Year 10 volunteers went to a Days For Girls charity event where they participated in making reusable pads for disadvantaged girls and women overseas.
Fellisha explains "we learnt that in some communities, periods are often viewed with stigma and taboo and these girls have to stay inside the house for the duration of their monthly cycle. As a result they miss school days each month, making it a struggle to complete their education and thus an uncertain future.
We spilt up into groups to work on various stations such as stitching, cutting and sewing, to help make different parts of the reusable pads collectively. On completion, the items are directly shipped to the girls and women in need. It was an enriching and profound experience to directly be a part of this process, knowing that we are using our privilege for the good of others."
The Year 11 Drama students performed the plays, Basset by James Graham, and Heritage by Daffyd James on Wednesday evening. Directed by our Drama teachers Will Hodgson and Chris Montgomery respectively these two plays were thought provoking, hard hitting and exceptionally well performed by our students. The audiences at three sold out shows were treated to performances of the highest calibre. Congratulations to all involved.
Professional photographs will be available next week.
Also on Wednesday Dr. Prue Salter from Enhanced Learning Educational Services (www.enhancedlearning.net) ran a study skills evening with Year 7 parents and students. The evening helped families assess what changes could be made to help students move towards achieving their personal best efficiently and effectively. Families examined the following areas: home study environment, the way they organise and manage their resources, how to work effectively at home and deal with distractions and how to manage the workload in high school. Families also have access to a video showing the steps to studying in high school: making study notes, learning the notes by testing yourself, and doing as much practice as possible. Parents are encouraged to review the slides and handout from the session with students and discuss the main areas identified where changes need to be made. Parents can also find extra study skills tips on the following website: http://studyskillstoptipsparents.com/.
Other student achievements include:
In Dance
Giselle Kotlyar (Year 10) travelled overseas to compete in the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) Final in Tampa, Florida. YAGP is an international Ballet competition attended by the best of the best ballet dancers aged between 9 and 20 years old and from all over the world. To qualify, Giselle competed in the Australian heats involving hundreds of applicants and was the youngest of the 7 performers in her age group to be invited to the world finals. As a result of her performances in the Australian heats, she was also the only dancer to be offered scholarships from a range of Ballet schools across the globe. A phenomenal result!
While competing in the YAGP Final in Florida, Giselle also attended a number of auditions at full time Ballet schools in Europe and the U.S. As a result of these auditions she has now been accepted into the National Ballet School of Canada. Giselle will leave Australia in September to study full time Ballet while
also completing her academic education at the school until graduation. This is truly a remarkable achievement that has required years of dedication to her craft and we are so pleased to see Giselle's hard work, commitment and gifts as a young dancer rewarded in this way. We wish her the very best as she follows her dream and embarks on this exciting new stage of her artistic journey. We are so proud of you, Giselle!
Another talented young dancer, Mia Cohen (Year 7), has also achieved outstanding success over the last few weeks. During the holidays she competed in the Alana Haines Australasian Awards in Wellington, New Zealand. There were over 140 participants in her category and, much to her delight, Mia advanced to the Semi Finals against fierce competition. She was one of only 24 competitors to reach this level, however, her achievements did not end there. Now that the eisteddfod season has officially begun, Mia has already made a stellar start to her campaign, winning a slew of awards at I'd Rather Be Dancing (IRBD) and St George Eisteddfod. To top it all off, Mia has rounded out the last few weeks with the news that she has been accepted into the Intensive Summer Course at the Royal Ballet School in London. This is such incredible news and a very exciting time for Mia as she begins to make her dreams a reality, proving that hard work and determination can make it happen. Well done, Mia!
In Public Speaking
On Wednesday evening Emily Moore and Marlena Pasvolsky competed in the Plain English Speaking Competition, where they each presented an 8-minute speech and a three-minute impromptu speech. They were both outstanding and, while did not progress to the next round, were excellent representatives for our school.
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On Tuesday night two Reddam teams consisting of 3 senior students in each team competed in the first round of the knock-out debating competition. The event is sponsored by Rose Bay Rotary Club, and the winner will represent them at the Model United Nations Competition in June.
The topic was "That the environment is our most important priority".
Both Reddam teams debated on the negative side, and while Jasmine Cohen, Sally Hanley and Robbie Kaplan were outstanding, unfortunately, they did not progress to the next round, losing to Kambala. However, our team of Jade Hastings, Asher Lingham and Hugo Bendeich were victorious against Cranbrook and will debate again next week against Kambala.
On the sports field:
The CDSSA Soccer Championships were held Tuesday at the Sydney Wanderers Fields at Blacktown. Our teams all did well but the highlight was our 16s Boys winning the Championships. They dominated the competition, going through undefeated with all of our boys playing extremely well. Congratulations to the four of our students on being selected in CDSSA Teams to play at the AICES Championships next week.
These players were:
Oliver Sacks Under 16 Boys
Liam McMaster Under 16 Boys
Riley Gamertsfelder Under 16 Boys
Meisha Holzman Under 15 Girls
1 - Under 16s Boys Champions
This week has been a wonderful week for Liam McMaster. On Tuesday, he was selected into the CDSSA
Under 16 Boys Soccer Team while playing goalkeeper for the Champion Reddam Team and only conceding one goal in six matches. Today he climbed one step higher being selected into the NSWCIS Under 15 Boys AFL Team. What a week!!! Congratulations Liam.
Also this week two of our best netballers travelled to Homebush to play in the AICES Under 15 Netball Championships, representing CDSSA. The competition was of a very high standard and the girls did extremely well finishing the day in equal first position but then slipping into the Runners Up position based on a count back. Congratulations to both Claudia Hasson and Tali Gor for their success.
Alexis Vella is to be congratulated on her First Prize with Honours at the Musical Theatre International Music Competition held by IYMC of the USA held in Broadway, Disney.
Next week the Whole School Ballet, Rêverie will be performed at NIDA. Tickets will be available to purchase through the link below
Rêverie tickets | NIDA Parade Theatre | Ticketek Australia
Have a wonderful weekend and week ahead, rug up there is a serious cold front on the way.
Dave Pitcairn
Cambodia Launch
Reddam House is excited to be offering students an immersive-learning expedition to Cambodia in September 2023.
This is a life-changing opportunity for students to explore Cambodia with expert guides, while developing their life skills, confidence and independence. We’re partnering with World Challenge to offer this 13-night trip, which complements school learning.
All the information about the trip can be viewed here:
REDDAM HOUSE CAMBODIA LINK
Barry from World Challenge will be hosting a 30-minute Zoom presentation, Monday 15th May at 6pm. Please come along and ask any questions, or just listen in.
To attend, please register for the Zoom presentation here.
If you have any questions, please contact melanie.pelosi@reddamhouse.com.au
Sport Fixtures - 6th May 2023
BASKETBALL
Friday 5th May - Comets | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St
Girls
Semi Finals
U18 SUNS vs Reggae Rockers 4:45pm Ct 1
U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Ravens 5:35pm Ct 1
Saturday 6th May - Perry Park | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St
Girls
U10 BOOMERS vs All Blacks 8:30am Ct 3
U14 TIMBERWOLVES vs Inner City Magic 12:10pm Ct 2
U14 FLAMES vs Sydney HoopStars Panthers 12:10pm Ct 3
Boys
U10 LAKERS vs Sydney HoopStars Cooperheads 9:25pm Ct 2
U12 BUCKS vs Reddam Hornets 2:55pm Ct 3
U12 CAVALIERS vs Newtown Swans 11:15am Ct 3
U12 HORNETS vs Reddam Bucks 2:55pm Ct 3
U14 MAVERICKS vs Maccabi Warriors 2:55pm Ct 4
PCYC (Marrickville) 531 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville
U18 MAGIC vs Road Runner Black 2:45pm Ct 2
U18 MAGIC vs Road Runner Black Ct 2 3:45pm
U18 MAGIC vs Reggae Rockets 6.00 Ct 2
U16 SPARKS vs BYE
U16 MYSTICS vs BYE
U18 SUNS vs SGHS Scholar Sportswomen 4:30pm Ct 2
U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Ravens
SOCCER
4:30pm Ct 1
Under 15s v Easts FC U15, Queens Park Field 9, Queens Park, 11.30 am High School Boys Reddam Year 10 v Grammar, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 1.00pm Reddam Year 9R v Grammar, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 12.00pm Reddam Year 9E v Grammar, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 11.00am Reddam Year 8 v SHORE, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 10.00am Reddam Year 7R v SHORE, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 9.00am
Year 7E v Kings, Parade Ground No. 6 Grand Parade Centennial Park 8.00am
Primary Reddam 9 United V Mascot Kings 10.00am Purple Lestrange Mini Roo Field 1
9 City V Easts Parma 10.00am Queens Park 2C
10 United
11.00am Maroubra United Coral Sea 1A
High School Girls Reddam
Reddam
Reddam
Reddam
Reddam
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Reddam 10 City V Easts Red 11.00am Queens Park 11A
Reddam 11 City V Easts Ibiza 12.00pm Queens Park 11A
Reddam 12 City V Maroubra Terminators 12.00pm Coral Sea 1A
NETBALL
Reddam 1 v RBM Inter 3, 1:15 pm
Reddam 2 v Bondi United 2, 1:15 pm
Reddam 3 v STC 08, 12:00 pm
Reddam 4 v RRNC 15 Blue, 12:00 pm
Reddam 5 v Saints 14 Blue, 11:00 am
Reddam 6 v RRNC 14 Pink 12:00 pm
Reddam 7 v Kambala 13, 12:00 pm
Reddam 8 v BYE 11:00 am
Reddam 9 v Mascot 24/ Maccabi 13 Red 11:00 am
Reddam 10 v Rose Bay Magic, 10:00am
Reddam 11 v Saints, 10:00am
Reddam 12 v Juniors, 10:00am
Reddam 13 v St Catherines, 9:00am
Reddam 14 v Randwick Rugby, 8:00am
Reddam 15 v Randwick Rugby, 8:00am
CROSS COUNTRY
Sydney Boys High School Cross Country – Centennial Park
Sport Results - no sport was held Saturday 8 April 2023
Careers News
GENERAL
Year 12 please make an appointment with Ms Jones for any Careers advice.
Year 12 for further information see the email sent to you by Ms Jones during this week.
HSC and Careers Expo Randwick Racecourse - an invaluable opportunity to find out abour various careers, universities and gain extra knowledge for your subjects. Saturday 3 June 2023. General Admission is $12 per person.
Please scroll through and expand the University cards or website cards of choice to review content.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
ANU Direct Applications are currently open - https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/domesticapplications-anu-undergraduate
ANU
• ANU Applications opened Wednesday 1 March and will close Monday 15 May. Students can start their application at any time and log back in as needed to complete the process
• Students need to include their co-curricular activities with appropriate documentation: https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/domestic-applications-anuundergraduate/applying-to-anu-application-details/co
• NSW HSC students do not need to include their year 11 reports in their application; ANU will access this information from NESA.
• IB students will need to upload their Year 11 results
• Students applying for a program with prerequisite subjects need to provide documentation showing their year 12 subject enrolments (school document, or from NESA or IBO, or supplementary form)
• ANU has supplementary forms available which students can use when submitting their documents (if their existing documents are already in the correct format, they don’t have to use these forms)
• Co-Curricular Documentation Template: https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/Cocurricular%20or%20service%20supporting%20documentation%20template.pdf
• Year 11 Results
Form: https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/Year%2011_Supplementary_Assessment_Form.p df
• Year 12 Subject
Form: https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/Year%2012%20Subject%20Enrolment%20form.p df
ARMY RESERVE CAREER DAY
Where: 4/3 Wollongong Army Reserve Depot, 91 Gipps Street, Wollongong, NSW 2500
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AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
ACT nursing and paramedicine enhanced guided visit | Tuesday 4 July 10am – 1pm Register now
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Did you want to take a deeper dive into your desired field of study? Join us for a discipline-specific guided visit.
You’ll be shown around campus by a current student in your discipline and meet academic staff for a Q&A session.
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Explore your local ACU campus and its facilities.
Open Day
Blacktown Campus Saturday 29 July 10am – 2pm
North Sydney Campus Saturday 5 August 10am – 2pm
Canberra Campus Saturday 2 September 12pm – 3pm
Strathfield Campus Saturday 9 September 10am – 2pm
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Our Open Days are the perfect opportunity to find out all you need to know about studying at ACU. You can talk with current students and staff, discuss your study options with our experts, attend a presentation or panel, tour the campus, and take part in a range of fun activities.
Study at ACU Webinar Series
Entry and pathways for Year 12 students | Tuesday 23 May 6 – 6.45pm Register now
Students can learn about the various pathways and entry schemes at ACU
Regional and remote student info session and panel | Tuesday 20 June 6 – 6.30pm Register now
Join us to hear about entry programs, student accommodation options, scholarships, support services, student life and more.
ACU Guarantee: early offer application process and student panel (NSW/ACT/Qld) | Tuesday 18 July 6
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Join us to learn detailed information on how to apply to this early offer program, and hear current students share their experiences.
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
Various dates Explore ACU:NSW Campuses
1-3 June HSC Careers Expo
22-24 June Western Sydney Careers Expo
Webinars
1 June What’s new and what’s changed
19 July ACU Entry and pathways
Various dates Study at ACU Series
Various dates Talk with Industry Series
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY
WEBINAR SERIES FOR YEAR 12 The Year 12 series provides students with everything they need to know about university – from exploring our courses, entry programs and how to apply, to reducing Year 12 study stress and leaving home.
7 June - Early Entry Info Session
14 June - Study Without Stress
19 July - Relocating to Macquarie. All sessions are from 6:00 - 7:00pm. All registrants are provided with a link to the recording of the session after the webinar. REGISTRATION
WEBINAR FOR YEAR 10
10 May - Year 10 Guide to Uni
6:00 - 7:00pm.
This is for students in Year 10 to learn everything they need to know about planning for their dream degree. Hear from UAC about subject selection, and from Macquarie students who share tips on getting into uni and uni life. REGISTRATION
SAVE THE DATES
MACQUARIE LEADERS AND ACHIEVERS EARLY ENTRY SCHEME Applications open 1 June
OPEN DAY Saturday, 12 August
RESOURCES
HSC STUDY LAB
HSC Study Lab is an online learning and teaching resource for year 11 and year 12 students and teachers. These courses are based on the aims and objectives of the NSW syllabus and are available online 24/7. LEARN MORE
MONASH UNIVERSITY
Key dates for 2023
18 April - 20 September Monash Medicine Tours
27 June - 4 July Science Precinct Tours
Access Monash Online Seminars | 4 May - 12 September Online Seminar Series
Access Monash mentors are delivering online seminars providing tips and insider knowledge from March to September for high school students. Find out more
General Updates:
Self-guided campus tours
Discover Monash events
One-on-one consultations
Indigenous student support
Monash explorer
Monash Guarantee and SEAS
Disability Support Services
Peer Mentoring
Monash Business School
Primary Teaching
Virtual World Engineering
NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY
Notre Dame University's Young Achievers Early Offer Program is now open!
Your students can now submit an application to Australia's #1 University for overall employment of graduates.* We're committed to supporting each student individually to grow their skills and impact as ethical leaders of the future.
Important: Applications for the Young Achievers Early Offer Program can only be made by applying direct and will close on 30 September. Any applications made to Notre Dame from UAC will not be considered for an early offer, these applications will be considered during main round only. Apply Direct
Young Achievers Early Offer Information Session - Wednesday 17 May | 6:00-8:00PM
We encourage students and their families to join us at Notre Dame's vibrant Broadway Campus for a dedicated early offer information session. They'll have the chance to hear directly from our academics and get individual application advice in a fun and relaxed setting. Plus, there'll be free nibbles and be the first to know specific details and learn more about the incredible benefits of the early offer program at Notre Dame. Register Here
Have a student who needs assistance with their application now? Notre Dame offers 1:1 application advice sessions for Year 12's and you can book a time with us here
RMIT
RMIT Open Days 2023
Save the datesWe’re excited to announce the 2023 dates for RMIT's Open Days by campus and location. More details will be announced closer to dates.
• Bundoora – Sunday, 6 August
• City and Brunswick – Sunday, 13 August
• Point Cook Flight Training – Sunday, 20 August
• Bendigo Flight Training – Sunday, 27 August
Pathways @ RMIT
We have a landing page for anyone who is considering pathway options. It is a handy tool to find out what suitable courses students may think about if they are fearful of not having the correct prerequisites or ATAR.Learn more
Visit Ngarara Willim Centre
2023 Ngarara Willim are excited to host all year 9-12 Indigenous students for a tour of our City campus and a visit to our Ngarara Willim Centre. Your students will hear from Ngarara Willim staff and receive information packs to take home. Feel free to reach out to organise a time and day. Contact us Publication Update
RMIT 2024 Degree and Diploma Course GuideNow available!Our brand new course guides are now available – if you’ve already placed an order, we’re processing it right now and will have it out to you soon. Otherwise, simply click the link below to get your order in. Place order here Spotlight on RMIT Space Teams Academy
RMIT University’s Space Industry Hub and One Giant Leap Australia Foundation are offering students the opportunity to participate in a virtual space program. A group of 32 Year 7 and 8 students will take part in the program in 2023 and will have access to RMIT’s VX Lab featuring cutting-edge virtual reality technology. Learn more
RMIT Aviation students represented at Avalon Airshow
With the 2023 Australian International Airshow show back for the first time in four years, students from RMIT Flight Training were on hand to discuss their passions for the industry.
Natalie Tassakos is into the second year of her degree and said that her desire to become a pilot can be traced back to when she was five years of age. Read more Useful resources
RMIT for Parents
Do your parent and guardian communities want to know more about RMIT? Here's a helpful page dedicated to support them with student's studies. Read more
Equitable Learning Services
The ELS team supports and creates equal opportunities for students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition. ELS works in partnership with students to create an Equitable Learning Plan. Read more
Student accommodation in Melbourne
For students looking for purpose-built student accommodation in Melbourne, check out our regularly updated wesite with details on housing options and student support. In addition, scholarships are available with several accommodation providers. Eligibility requirements include Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Accommodation website
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Students learn app development fundamentals with Apple
The first group of participants have completed the Apple Foundation Program at RMIT, one of only two Australian institutions to offer the initiative which introduces the foundations of Swift and app development. Over a four-week program, participants worked on Mac and iPhone to design and prototype an original app. Learn more
SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY
Southern Cross University has early entry and other options for entry for interested students.
Southern Cross Advance allows high school students to explore their future career and study options, advance their leadership skills and make connections. It also provides opportunities for direct entry, early offers and scholarships.
You can find out more information Southern Cross Advance or download the PDF here
Applications open 4 April 2023, providing graudating high school students the opportunity to secure a place in a Southern Cross University degree before Year 12 results are released.
Open Day - talk to use about courses, ask questions about your individual situation or find out more about styding at Southern Cross Uni. Online from July 7: discover.scu.edu.au
SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
ATTENTION YEAR 11&12- The University of Sydney is running a series of webinars that may have useful information for you. If interested visit here.
New UG Nutrition units from 2023 The Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics will be offering two new subjects as part of the undergraduate program from 2023: –FMHU2001
Mythbusting food and health
(Start from S1, 2023) You will develop foundational knowledge in nutrition science, sources of nutrients and energy in the major food groups, and links between foods, dietary patterns and health. This is an elective subject with no requisites, so students studying other degrees can also enrol.
NTDT3002 Evidence-based practice in nutrition(Start from S2, 2023) You will develop skills to enable you to practice as a nutritionist including nutrition and health promotion, measurement of diets and nutrition, and an ability to critically appraise the medical and scientific literature to ensure lifelong learning in evidence-based nutrition.
Eddie Woo explores Economics at Sydney In a series of ‘In Conversation’ interviews Eddie Woo explains why you should study Economics at the University of Sydney, including answering: – What careers can I pursue if I do the Bachelor of Economics? – How many majors can I undertake, and what are my options? – Are there any industry opportunities available as an Economics student?
Pathways to Global Literacy You’re curious about how the world works, keen on global career opportunities and a particular part of the world resonates with you. Sounds like you? Area Studies may just be for you! Learn more about how you can unlock the gateway to the world from our Asian, European and Latin American Studies experts! Watch now on YouTube.
Cadetships
Professional Cadetships Australia provides the opportunity for Year 12 students to apply for a cadetship whilst also studying a degree at university. They partner with UBS, Barrenjoey Capital Partners and the Macquarie Group for a range of cadetships.
Applications are open. For more information visit their website at www.businesscadetships.com.au
SCHOLARSHIPS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
MySydney Entry & Scholarship Scheme
The E12 Early Offer and Scholarship Scheme is being discontinued as the University has introduced MySydney. Similarly to E12, MySydney provides entry at a reduced ATAR, yet a more generous scholarship of $8500 per year to students residing in a low socioeconomic area*. MySydney does not require a written application and eligible students will be identified automatically via UAC.
*Residing at the time of UAC application in an area listed in the bottom 25% of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA), Index of Education and Occupation.
Scholarships
The decision was made to discontinue the Sydney Scholars Award. With such a large volume of applications each year, far outweighing the number of Awards available to students, it was decided it was not fair for students to be spending so much time on their applications as such a crucial time of year.
In preparation for the change, the Chancellor’s Award was recently expanded to include students who received a 99.90 ATAR (previously awarded to 99.95 only). This cohort accounted for a large number of the Sydney Scholars Awards historically given to students. Preliminary 2023 offer and enrolment numbers also show that more students who achieved an ATAR of 95.00+ received the University’s new MySydney Scholarship, than those who received the Sydney Scholars Award.
There continues to be many academic merit scholarships available at a faculty level which we encourage students to apply for. The scholarships search tool will help students discover the range of scholarships that they may be eligible for.
The University of Sydney Year 10 Information EveningsOn-campus and Online | 6-7:30 pm
Our annual Information Evenings are the perfect opportunity for students to learn about essential university knowledge and discover why the University of Sydney is the right place for them! Chat with current students and alumni who are studying a variety of our degrees. Learn about subject selection, admission requirements, entry schemes, pathways, fees, scholarships, and the financial assistance and support services we offer from our expert staff and a UAC representative. We will be hosting two information sessions on campus (register for an on-campus session here) and one online (register for the online session here). We will be serving light refreshments for attendees to enjoy during the oncampus sessions.
Music Theatre Chorus Course at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
This exciting introductory musical theatre course for students aged 15-22 years will cover vocal technique, lyrical interpretation, characterization, stage physicality, audition techniques and musical
theatre ensemble techniques. Classes will take place weekly and contain a musical theatre ensemble component and a vocal masterclass component, led by industry professional and Conservatorium music theatre teacher Rob McDougall. Come and explore the genre of musical theatre in a fun and safe environment. Click here to enrol or to find out more.
Reminders and updates
Creating Great Lyrics | Online course at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Creating great lyrics is not just a matter of coming up with good ideas—it’s knowing how to build on those ideas and then turn them into finished songs songs that communicate unique perspectives and resonate with a wider audience. As the masters say, inspiration only matters if you know what to do with it. This course is all about equipping students with the practical tools and concepts to confidently apply their inspiration towards producing the best song lyrics. Click here to enrol or to find out more.
Chemical Engineering Work Experience
Hosted by the Faculty of Engineering’s School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, we offer work experience placements for Year 10 students who want to learn more about chemical engineering. The placements will be held from Monday 29th to Wednesday 31st of May 2023 and places are limited so don’t delay! Click here to find out more and to register your students.
Sydney Nano Science Outreach Programs for Year 8-9 students
Book a free interactive, in-school STEM showcase for your Year 8-9 students, presented by University of Sydney PhD students of diverse disciplines and backgrounds, focusing on nanotechnology. The showcase runs for 1 hour and will explain challenging topics in an engaging way, including how to origami DNA and how stardust is used in medicine – all while aligning with the NSW Science Syllabus for Years 7-10, allowing students to consolidate coursework with upcoming real-world research. The program has been designed to inspire and empower students who wish to pursue science as elective subjects or in their future studies. Click here for more information.
Year 10 Information Evenings Wednesday 10 May 6pm – 7:30pm (AEST) Thursday 11 May 6pm –7:30pm (AEST) @ Sydney University
We are excited to invite your Year 10 students and their parents and carers to attend a Year 10 Information Evening. We will host on campus events on Wednesday 10 May and an online information evening on Thursday 11 May!
At this event your students will have the opportunity to speak with experts about subject selection, applying for university, ATARs and course options - so ensure they get their questions ready. University staff, current University of Sydney students and UAC representatives will walk your students through all the relevant information they need for Year 10 all the way through to the time they complete their final exams and lock in their university choices.
Places are limited, so please encourage your students to register as soon as possible to avoid missing out!
Date: Wednesday 10 May (select one)
Time: 6pm – 7:30pm (AEST)
Location: Abercrombie Building (H70),Basement Level 2, Theatre B2010Corner Abercrombie St and Codrington StThe University of Sydney
Register Here for on-campus on 2 May or 10 May
Date: Thursday 11 May
Time: 6pm – 7:30pm (AEST)
Location: Zoom (link to be provided after registration)
Register Here for the virtual event on 11 May
Have a question?
If you have any questions about this event, please contact schools.outreach@sydney.edu.au
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Sydney Future Students The University of Sydney
UAC Applications are open
Applications for study at uni in 2024 are open. Students can apply for undergraduate study as well as the Schools Recommendation Scheme, the Educational Access Scheme and Equity Scholarships.
Although not all courses for 2024 are available now, students can choose any 2024 course to complete their application and come back later to review and change their preferences as courses are added. All semester 1, 2024 courses will be available by August.
Applications for international Year 12 students will open on Wednesday 19 April.
UAC PINs
Students received their UAC PIN this week. PIN emails were sent to the email address NESA or ACT BSSS has on file. Students should register a personal email address (rather than a school one) with NESA. They can do this by logging in to Students Online. This will mean they can still be contacted by UAC in December when they have left school.
How to apply for uni
Why apply through UAC?
We know that students are unsure about whether they should apply directly to an institution or through UAC, and to increase their chances many are doing both. Not all institutions accept direct applications from Year 12 students but it’s important for students considering a direct application to remember the following:
• A UAC application gives students five course preferences to choose; they don’t have to apply five times to five different institutions.
• Having a UAC application enables students to apply for Access and early entry schemes: EAS, SRS and Equity Scholarships.
• Having a UAC application as well as a direct application will give students more chance of securing an offer, so long as they don't enter the same preferences in both applications.
UAC Guide 2023/24
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
Students, parents and school staff interested in learning more about UniMelb, from student life through to the transformational curriculum opportunities, are invited to join us for an introductory webinar. Ask questions and meet current students, March - April. VIEW HERE
Years 9 and 10 students are invited to the Parkville campus for a fun day of immersive and practical learning experiences - 22 April 2023. They'll discover new ideas and perspectives across a range of disciplines. Bookings are essential.
Residential Colleges Open House - 6 May 2023. Take a tour, hear from current students, meet the academic and pastoral care staff, learn more about scholarship programs and discover the best of residential college clubs, societies, events, and leadership opportunities. 11am - 4pm, with tours starting throughout the day. Learn more and register
Engineering and IT school programs - Applications are open for a range of opportunities for secondary school students to visit Parkville campus, participate in workshops and discover the exciting fields of engineering and IT. View all.
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND
REDDAM HOUSE students are invited to participate in the University of New England’s 2024 Early Entry program. Applications are open now, the process is free, easy to complete and completely online.
Students are invited to visit the University of New England for their annual Open Day on Friday 5 May 2023
UNE's Open Day is a free event for REDDAM HOUSE students to visit the beautiful campus and experience for themselves why they are the only public university in Australia to have received five stars for Overall Experience 17 years running.
The day will give students a taste of university life, with the opportunity to talk with academic staff, current students and fellow school groups whilst exploring the campus, academic and residential facilities. They will also host lunch with networking opportunities available for school career advisors and teachers on the day.
UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES
UNSW KEY DATES FOR 2023
Mark your calendars – we have published this year’s key dates, including a busy calendar of events to support students.
We will advise as soon as event registration is open for the following events.
April 18-20 Year 10 & 11 On Campus Experience Days
May 1 Co-op Application opens
May 3 Law Admissions Test Information Evening
May 11&23 Year 10 Info Evening: Subject Selection
May 17 On time UCAT ANZ Applications close (Medicine)
June 13&15 Year 12 Info Evening: Your Journey to UNSW
July most UNSW Scholarships open
August EAPL Adjustment Factor Scheme Applications Open
September 2 UNSW Open Day
September 30 UAC Early Bird Preferences close UNSW Medicine Application Portal close
UNSW Scholarships Applications close
October 11 HSC Written exams begin
November 30 EAPL applications close
December UNSW Info Week
LAT program for those interested in studying Law at UNSW next year:
We have an exciting opportunity for your students interested in studying law at UNSW! As you may already know, the Law Admission Test (LAT) is a crucial step towards gaining admission into law at UNSW. That's where LAT Plus comes in. Our Law Admission Test (LAT) Plus Accelerator Program is designed to help students develop essential skills required to succeed in the LAT. The LAT Plus Accelerator equips students with the tools, advice, and confidence to succeed in the LAT.
The LAT Plus Accelerator is an interactive program which helps students develop strategies for deconstructing questions, solidify critical thinking skills, and hone persuasive writing abilities. We also provide strategies to succeed in the LAT and empower students to achieve their full potential.
We offer students an immersive experience where they will have the opportunity to ask live questions, partake in interactive exercises, complete practice papers, and receive live feedback during the Program. In addition, we offer further practice papers and complementary written feedback to help students continue refining their skills following the completion of the program. If interested see Ms Jones for more details.
Coming up in April, we have our Year 10 & 11 Experience Days, featuring three jam-packed days of fun, including workshops and a mini-Open Day. Later in the month, we'll be hosting our online Arts, Design and Architecture Information Evening, where you can learn more about our redesigned programs. For female students interested in business, we'll also be running the Capital W High School Workshop. Founded by UNSW Co-op students as a grassroots approach to bridging the gap between university and the corporate world, this event is a great opportunity for female students to explore a career in business.
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY
Open Day – Sunday 2 July 2023 – save the date !
Registrations are now open for Open Day 2023. Register now to join us on Sunday 2 July for your change to win 1 of 3 e-giftcards valued at $1000.
Open Day is a great opportunity to discover everything Western has to offer, explore presentations and student panels, meet academics and current students, find out about Western’s early offer pathway, HSC True Reward and more. Register your interest HERE
Discover Western Webinars Series – learn about a range of study options Western offers with a focus on a specific area of study across the series. Each webinar will include virtual access into the facilities on campus. For more information on the webinars and their schedule, visit the DWW webpage
New Degree – Bachelor of Tourism and Event Management – Western’s School of Social Science has a new degree. This degree, designed with industry, prepares graduates for professional roles in tourism, events, and the visitor economy. Find out more about the degree and the suite of majors available.
Waverley library
Waverley Library is running an event on ChatGPT and other online AI tools on Wednesday 24th May from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Educator and lecturer Mohan Dhall will discuss how to manage ChatGPT and other online AI tools:
- Understanding how AI tools work
- The implications of ChatGPT on homework
- The effect of ChatGPT on schools and teachers
- What AI tools mean for school assessment
- How children need to be guided in their use of AI tools
Ballet Production 2023: Rêverie
Get ready to be mesmerized by the talent of over 100 K-11 Reddam House students as they showcase their skills in a triple bill ballet production at NIDA in Week 2 of Term 2.
The students will bring to life the beautiful compositions of Rachmaninov's Paganini Rhapsody, SaintSaens Carnival of the Animals, and Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. With their graceful movements and breathtaking performances, they will take you on a journey through the music of these iconic composers. This special performance, Rêverie, is a beautiful and dreamlike production that will transport you to another world. Rêverie, a French word meaning "daydream" perfectly captures the ethereal and otherworldly nature of this breathtaking ballet triple bill. So mark your calendars and get ready to be dazzled by the incredible talent of these young performers as they bring to life some of the most beloved compositions in classical music.
This is a performance you won't want to miss!
TICKETS
Tickets are on sale, and may be purchased from this link:
TICKET LINK
Please note that ticket sales are not managed by Reddam House. For any website or purchase issues, please contact Ticketek and NIDA directly, and not Reddam reception.
Miyagi Kan Karate Dojo
Yonatan Freund is an ex-Reddam student and has been competing in karate for over 10 years. This includes representing Australia at the World Championships, Commonwealth Games, Oceania, and World University Games. He is the former Reddam House Sportsman of the Year.
Combined, Richard Basckin and Yonatan Freund have 15 Australian Titles and numerous international medals. They are opening a karate school in Bondi Junction and are inviting Reddam students to join.
Wolper Wellbeing Program
Wolper Jewish Hospital runs a program called the Wolper Wellbeing Program, which is a series of health seminars held on zoom as a webinar every 2 months.
Their next Wellbeing Seminar is on SOCIAL MEDIA USE IN ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS: WHAT’S THE IMPACT? Join them as they discuss strategies to reduce the risk of social media-related mental health issues. It is on Wednesday 10th May at 7.30pm. It is a very important topic, and so important in today’s world.
The audience will be different from their normal one, as it will be the parents and grandparents of teenagers and young adults.
Mental health problems are on the rise and social media may be a driver behind the increase. This important webinar will discuss strategies to reduce the risk of social media related mental health issues.
Moderated as always by the fabulous @juliemccrossin with a panel of expert speakers. For more information and to register go to wolper.com.au/wellbeing
