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Term 4 2015
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT As we come to the close of another school year I want to thank our students, staff, parents and deputy principals for creating a wonderful year. Thanks also to Director, Joanne Marshall for her support of the school’s desire to grow, create, innovate and be a leader in secondary education. This term, as well as all our usual events (the HSC, Year 12 formal, work experience, personalised learning weeks, sporting competitions, year events and a welcome to Year 6 students) the school took part in the new Department of Education External Validation Process. We were very excited to “excel” on all but 3 items, proving that we are providing an outstanding academic and extracurricular program for our students. It is one of the best experiences as a school to have other principals and senior departmental teachers rate the school so highly and it sets us up very well for another great year in 2016. So, as we end the year we can reflect on how much we have done, how well we have done it and the measurable difference it is making. We look forward to Year 12 HSC results and congratulate the 19 students who have already had university offers for 2016.
Finally I would like to thank and congratulate all staff for believing in our values and purpose and being willing to find new practices to create better learning every day. Some of our teachers are moving to take new appointments. They go with our regards and thanks. • Peter Langfield who has been here for 12 years and who has provided deep leadership in Music, ICT, Professional Practice and school change. He has accepted a position at Blaxland HS. • Sally Cain who has accepted the opportunity to relieve as Head Teacher English at Plumpton HS in 2016. • Rebecca Wallace who has been a leading teacher in TAS and has given great support to others as a Professional Practice Mentor. She has accepted a position at Hornsby Girls HS. • In addition, Peter Kenny has decided to retire at the end of the holidays and, we thank him for his work in Music and as the coordinator of the Learning Neighbourhood Djembe Drum Group. There may be some other staff changes in the weeks ahead and, for those moving on, can I extend my thanks?
As I always say at this time, while it is sad to see Year 12 and some staff move on, our school continues to have success and to find new students and teachers who want to spend some years with us. Can I wish all of you a safe and happy holiday season? Thank you and best wishes for 2016.
Christine Cawsey AM Principal
Bunnings BBQ Student Trust Fundraiser 18 October In a first for the Student Trust and P&C parents, students and staff sold 60kg of sausages at the new Marsden Park Bunnings on Sunday 18 October to raise funds to support students to take part in sport, debating and citizenship programs. We were made very welcome and a number of people also popped into the opening of the Lindt Chocolate Factory. Thanks to P&C parents for all their work this year.
SCHOOL AND STAFF ACHIEVEMENTS Update on the School Plan After 12 months working on the new school plan, many of the new projects are well underway including 1. The portfolio for students 2. New and exciting strategic partnerships with business and charities 3. T h e S T E M ( S c i e n c e , Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) projects with Sydney University 4. The design of new learning (pedagogy) based on skills, capabilities and dispositions 5. New work practices and much better management systems for school planning, assets and finance A004 Transformation
Before and after – A004 transformed into a 21st century learning space.
Trade Training Centre (TTC) In the last weeks of term we are excited to report that the TTC is now looking like a building. The concrete is poured; the walls are up; and the roof is on. This is a very exciting development.
World Teachers Day
Thank you to all our wonderful staff and best wishes for a great break. Welcome back to Rooty Hill As part of our commitment to living history, ex-students were invited to join the principal, deputy principals and senior leaders for morning tea and the taping of a set of video clips that will be published in 2016 in the lead up to the 55th anniversary in 2017. A huge thanks to Helen Fone for organising the first of a series of events of this kind. Thanks to Reg Murray (1962-65) who donated $250 to the school to support this program.
A C A D E M I C ACHIEVEMENTS & EVENTS
Virtual Reality Mini Hackathon
Year 12 Legal Studies Visit the Supreme Court of NSW
On Wednesday 18 November, Year 12 Legal Studies students visited the Supreme Court of NSW, to learn and observe first-hand the various legal functions of the court. They watched a defamation case and a bail application hearing. Understanding the functioning of courts is a requirement of the HSC course. Terracotta Warriors Come Alive in History Students of 7B and 7D have been busy in HSIE using their innovation and creativity to make Terracotta Warriors as part of their studies of Ancient China. Students have used play doh and matchsticks to re-create the Terracotta Warriors in class. Some students also used cardboard cut outs to bring their Terracotta Warriors to life.
In Term 4 a group of Year 9 students attended a Virtual Reality Mini Hackathon at the Powerhouse Museum. As part of this fun learning experience, students created a virtual reality environment to help solve real world problems. They used Unity 3D to create virtual reality experiences around a range of social and environmental issues. Oculus Rift headsets allowed users to enter virtual reality environments and engage in learning in new and different ways.
Chinese Language Spectacular The LOTE faculty would like to congratulate Chloe Ross, Damon Cornock and Jem Mendoza who represented Rooty Hill High School at the 2015 Chinese Language Spectacular held at the Sydney Town Hall on 14 October. More than 700 students from 32 schools and universities in NSW participated in this event.
(L-R) Charlie, Jem, Chloe and Damon performing on stage at the 2015 Chinese Language Spectacular.
Chinese Language Tests During Term 4 a number of Year 7 students participated in the YCT (Youth Chinese Test) and many Year 10 Language students participated in the HSK or Chinese Standard Exam to challenge their language understanding and knowledge. We congratulate those students who put in effort and time to participate in these internationally recognised Chinese language proficiency tests. 2015 Confucius Classroom Day 10 students from Years 7 and 10 LOTE classes performed at the 2015 Confucius Classroom Day at Homebush Boys High School. This was a celebration and a showcase of the Confucius Classrooms’ achievements in 2015. 200 students from 13 Confucius Classroom schools attended the event. On the day our students had many opportunities to show off their language skills, and actively participated in various language and culture activities.
Maths IT Day On Tuesday 27 October a group of Year 8 students went to Western Sydney University for a Maths IT Day. The day included a variety of activities to build the students' interests and capacity in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Students were given the opportunity to explore computer programming, solve problems and play with robotics.
Campaign Monitor Office Visit A group of Year 8 students got to experience elements of Digital Technology in the real world by visiting the Campaign Monitor office in Sydney. They had a grand tour of a contemporary office and participated in a Q&A session on careers and jobs in IT. They had the opportunity to try out basic computer programming techniques. It was a good day of linking their learning to the real-life applications of digital technology. Maths Surveying in Bicentennial Park Ms Tran and a group of Year 10 students attended the Maths in Surveying excursion at Bicentennial Park. They actively engaged themselves in challenging activities that explored the practical applications of mathematics. The problems they needed to solve involved distances and bearing measurement, scales drawing, angle properties of parallel lines, circle geometry, similarity and Pythagoras’ Theorem.
Year 7 We Are Problem Solvers
All Year 7 students participated in the We Are Problem Solvers incursion on Monday 30 November. Ms Powell delivered an inspiring keynote speech about the development of growth mindset and
Mr Meng introduced the Rooty Hill High School problem solving routine – GOAL. Students were actively involved in 2 sessions of hands-on maths, science, woodwork and PE challenges, sharpening their problem solving skills while having lots of fun.
Year 8 Luna Park Excursion On Friday 27 November, 120 Year 8 students gathered at Luna Park for a maths excursion. Students were asked to complete a problem solving booklet that was filled with engaging questions based on the mathematical concepts related to the rides. They also had the opportunity to enjoy unlimited fun rides. Year 12 Physics visit Luna Park Year 12 Physics students started their HSC program with an exciting excursion to Luna Park. Fun was had by all while they learnt about forces, velocity, acceleration and Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion.
RHHS Science Fair The annual Rooty Hill Science Fair was held again this term with participants from Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 joining in the fun. Students worked in groups to design and conduct a wide variety of experiments that were on display in the hall during week 10.
Sydney Business Park Excursion
Year 12 Food Technology had the opportunity to attend a tour of the new Sydney Business Park at Marsden Park on Tuesday 17 N o v e m b e r. T h i s i n c l u d e d a n information session of the infrastructure to be developed including manufacturing and warehousing. Students were then able to visit the Lindt Factory and see first-hand the machinery for food production and packing techniques used. They will be able to use this valuable information as part of their Higher School Certificate (HSC) next year. Term 4 TAS Projects
Library Manga Collection Growing in 2016!
Batman, Superman and Spiderman graphic novels have taken a backseat to our latest collection of Manga books in 2015, and the library’s recent makeover has seen the new layout shift our popular Guiness World Record Books and Where’s Wally collection towards the rear of the library, making room for new displays.
Club Program that is held each term for students from Years 10 - 12.
The program is designed to assist students with: • Identifying career options • Resume building • Developing job seeking skills; Presentation and self esteem • Interview Skills.
We look forward to another prosperous year in 2016 and hope all students are enjoying our services. RHHS Chess Championship 2016
The school now has 15 chess sets and Term in 4 there has been increase in the amount of students borrowing boards through recess and lunch. Chess encompasses a combination of tactical prowess, strategy, forward thinking and all the skills necessary to create a plan and work it to perfection. The Mathematics faculty is now hosting championships 2 lunchtimes a week and, in 2016 the school will have 2 outdoor chess sets. Job Club Term 4 During Term 4, students had the opportunity to participate in the Job
On the completion of the program, students are awarded with a certificate of participation and attend a p r e s e n t a t i o n b y N O VA Employment. Senior Study Sprouting Senior Success Mr Ali and Ms Aroney have provided great assistance throughout the year through the senior study. They both hope for continued success in 2016, and Seniors are reminded to take advantage of the assistance available to them in reducing stress, completing assessments and achieving their goals.
THE ARTS
SPORT
Jessica Franco - Visual Arts Acquisition Prize Winner 2015
Basketball The Under 15s Boys Basketball team continued Rooty Hill High’s outstanding performances in Basketball in 2015. After progressing through the Sydney West Competition undefeated they faced Hunter Sports High School. After travelling up to their home court they defeated them quite comfortably with an outstanding team performance. They were then given 4 days notice to travel 6 hours to West Wyalong. They were unfortunately defeated by a very strong, disciplined team. They are to be commended on their performances. A special commendation to their coach Mr Diaz who has had unprecedented success in Basketball this year.
Australian Volleyball Schools Cup This term Mr Treharne, Ms Melville and Mr Diaz took 3 teams to Melbourne. This will be the fifth trip for the Open Boys Team whilst the Junior Boys and Junior Girls will be competing there for the first time. All of the students and teachers involved worked extremely hard to ensure they were as prepared as possible for the gruelling 5 day tournament. Congratulations Congratulations to Nathan Johnson who competed for Sydney West at t h e U n d e r 1 5 s b o y s Te n n i s competition in Newcastle. This was the second time Nathan represented Sydney West this year. We would like to congratulate Brittany Menolotto, Kobe Matatahi and Noman Baig who were announced as the 2016 Sports Captains. We would like to thank Ryan Fitzgerald and Jessica Franco for their leadership as Sports Captains in 2015.
RHHS Zone Success Rooty Hill High School confirmed itself as the dominant school at the Mount Druitt Zone Sports Association Awards on Friday 20 November. We won all 10 trophies that were available to win including the Patrons Award for the best school in Mount Druitt. Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country Carnivals.
See Jessica’s work displayed in the foyer in A Block from February – December 2016.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND PARTICIPATION BREED Awards for Excellence Outstanding Business Services Student - Brittany Menolotto “Brittany was a pleasure to have, she adjusted extremely quickly and became a valuable team member. She had outstanding communication skills with both customers, staff and management. We were so impressed with Brittany that we offered her a position at Ripples of which she will hopefully be starting soon. One of the BEST students we have ever hosted. WELL DONE!” – Karen Deagan, Ripples Leisure Centre
The Governor General’s Your Hopes for Australia video project.
in the state final.
(Jayden Hicks far right)
Rooty Hill High School was privileged to be chosen to participate in the Governor General’s Your Hopes for Australia project. The following students from Years 7-9 were nominated to participate: Zane Catlett, Atsupui Koudakpo, Sussana Zaman, Evan Ademovic, Hanna Ngo, Emily Stirk, Amanda Fuiono, Nansita Charan, Narisha Prasad, Maja Zlomislic, Latrel Vista, Paris Staal, Venesse Angeles, Aasia Akhtar, Joanna Gevero, Jaeda Zlomislic, Mae Limbaco & Ky Staal. Congratulations to all the students who participated. They had incredible insights. Thank you to all of the teachers who lent a word of advice, in particular the following teachers who gave up their time to help these students Ms Pollard, Ms Dolling, Ms Selvakumaran, Mr Price, Ms Andrews, Ms Aroney and Ms Reyes. A special thanks to Ryan Revilla and Joseph Amurao who did an amazing job producing the videos.
Already looking to the New Year; we have decided to create even more opportunities for debaters with more debates and speaking competitions offered in the school. Keep an eye out for the team audition times in 2016! Aboriginal Education AIME AIME students continued to build on the successes of this year. Students from Year 9 – 10 continued their workshops at Western Sydney University with Year 7 and 8 students joining them for the final sessions. Students participated in workshops aimed at improving confidence and leadership skills and also set goals which will be tracked over the following year. The tutoring squad ran every Tuesday in the library and played a key role in supporting Aboriginal students to improve their learning and complete assessment tasks.
Debating Term 4 This term junior debaters were involved in the Your Hopes for Australia video project. Jayden Hicks completed the Junior State Debating Championship training camp where he was selected for the Junior State team to compete against other states. Congratulations Jayden. The Western Sydney Representative team were extremely successful at the Junior State Debating Competition and were narrowly defeated by the Sydney Region team
Student profile: Kyle Pont
Kyle has ended a successful year as a participant in the NSW Public Schools Dance Company. The group was mentored by ex-Bangarra dancers and were taught traditional
Aboriginal dance with a modern twist. Last week Kyle participated in his final dance performance for the year at Schools Spectacular where his group performed a piece in memory of the Aboriginal diggers who fought for Australia in past wars. This has been an amazing opportunity for Kyle and he has worked hard to achieve his best as a member of this dance troupe. Robotics demonstration at Colyton Public School In week 7 Francesco Demasi, Lara Ferri, Remiel Merlan and Ky Staal were invited to Colyton Public School to share the work they have done with robotics. Our students demonstrated the principles behind robotic construction and programming and ran a robot soccer competition. The event highlighted the leadership capabilities of our students as they were able to lead the one hour workshop and clearly communicated their knowledge of robotics to the younger students.
Ye a r 1 0 M a k e Yo u r M a r k University Day
Women’s Leadership Forum On Friday 20 November, Rachelle Rativo and Laura Matekovic joined thirty selected students from across Sydney in attending the Women’s Leadership Forum at the Shangri-La Hotel in Darling Harbour. Keynote speakers included former Prime Minister Hon. Julia Gillard AM and Cindy Hook, the CEO of Deloitte.
Year 10 students attended a series of workshops in areas like science, engineering, technology, law, performing arts, architecture and health at the Make Your Mark University Day. PATHE (MY) Future Conference
Year 10 Work Experience
On Wednesday 2 December, 45 students from Maori and Pasifica backgrounds in Years 7 and 8 attended the PATHE (MY) Future Conference held at Western Sydney University, Parramatta Campus. This conference gives students the opportunity to meet similar students from around the Western Sydney and South Western Sydney region. The conference sees students engage in activities that detail different career paths that may be taken after high school, including University D e g r e e s , TA F E c o u r s e s a n d Apprenticeships. Throughout the conference, the theme of Respect for self, family and culture was integrated into the importance of education and achievement.
It was an extremely competitive process. The girls were selected after submitting a written application and completing a phone interview. Prior to attending the forum, both girls attended a training session in the city where they met the other selected students and were taught proper business etiquette, delivered by the Layne Beachley Foundation. Both Laura and Rachelle have gained new insight and appreciation for leadership and have begun to think about the different ways they plan to implement what they have learnt into their positions within the school and the wider community.
Real Life, Real Stories – Women’s Leadership Conference: Over forty students from Years 8-10 attended the Women’s Leadership Conference held by the GWS Giants at Bankstown Sports Club on Tuesday 24 November. Selected students heard from a number of prominent women including Melissa Doyle from Channel 7, about pursuing their goals and striving to achieve greatness. The girls, who were joined by Ms Mattimore and Ms Quayle all thoroughly enjoyed the day and have returned to school more motivated and driven to make their mark.
JUNIOR SCHOOL YEAR 7 Year 7 is a year group that is always ready to enthusiastically participate and strive for success and excellence in all areas of school life. Throughout Term 4, Year 7 have participated in a range of academic and extra-curricular activities. Year 6 into 7 Orientation Welcome Letters Always wanting to ensure that all students at Rooty Hill High School feel safe and welcome in their learning environments, a group of Year 7s took it upon themselves to write ‘Welcome Letters’ to the incoming Year 7 cohort of 2016. These Letters were given to the Year 7 2016 cohort during their Orientation Days in November. “It was important to write the Orientation Day Welcome Letter to Year 6 because it will make them feel warm and welcome. Coming into a new school can be daunting for some students, especially when you are going into Year 7. Letting these students know that there are people that have been in the same position as them, and not only survived but loved their experience will makes them feel better and less nervous. The letter let new students know that there are new, fun and exciting opportunities waiting for them in high school. It is important that everyone feels safe and happy in our school community, and it’s all of our job to make that happen! The welcoming letter to the incoming Year 7, is a valuable part of the transition between primary and high school, and I am glad that I could be apart of that”. - Emma Campbell Year 7 2015 The following students were involved in writing the ‘Welcome Letters’: Casey Cowell, Vanshita Marwaha, Micaela Melgar, Patricia Ross, Christiane Convento, Kanyapat Meekoh, Francis Tinei,
Piyatida Jade Ratanasirilak, James H e r n i n g , C l a r e P a l e r, E m m a Campbell, Alexia Khalil, Patricia Pagalanan, Courtney Hagan, Hanna Ngo , Sussana Zaman and Ruchelle Dawe. Well done to all! Year 7 2016 First Day Video Year 7 were also involved in the creation of a First Day at Rooty Hill High School video. This project is another example of Year 7’s dedication to active, positive participation in the RHHS community. The video features Year 7 students speaking directly to camera about their experiences of high school as well as footage of Year 7 out and about around the school. The video will be distributed to incoming Year 7 2016 through their Google accounts on their first day of high school next year. Some students quotes from the ‘First Day at Rooty Hill High School’ video include: • “Currently I am in Year 7 at Rooty Hill High School and this has been the best year I’ve ever had” Caitlin Xerri • “If you are someone that is shy, THAT’S OK! I am shy too! BUT there are so many different opportunities for you to meet people and bond with your year group” - Alexia Khalil • “Before I started High School, I was worried that I wasn’t going to be smart enough, but then I remembered that school is all about learning and that I just have to put in my best effort at all times” - Patricia Pagalanan • “Rooty Hill High School pushes you to find your full potential and encourages you to try new things” - Piyatida Jade Ratanasirilak The following students were involved in the creation of the ‘First Day at Rooty Hill High School’ Video: James Herning, Ethan Fuatavai, Zane Catlett, Francis Tinei, Jose Sio, Patricia Ross, Piyatida Jade
Ratanasirilak, Patricia Pagalanan, Alexia Khalil and Caitlin Xerri. Junior Ambassadors & Library Monitors Year 7 students have been active Junior Ambassadors this term, through their involvement in many whole school events, most notably Early Intervention Days and O r i e n t a t i o n D a y s . Ye a r 7 Ambassadors have been exemplary models of the PERSIST values whilst on duty as a Junior Ambassador. The following students were involved in the success of both Early Intervention and Orientation Days: Lovely Macayan, Clare Paler, Tarsha Daly, Piyatida Jade Ratanasirilak, Patricia Ross, Aiden Gounder, Jose Sio, Kanyapat Meekoh and Kimberly Aba. Year 7 also continue to make up the core of the Library Monitor team, and over the last term and a half put in continuous effort to ensure that they are fulfilling their roles to the best of their ability. Personalised Learning Week Year 7 participated in their second ever Personalised Learning Week (PLW) this term. Before PLW, Year 7 had the opportunity in their informal assembly to reflect on their successes challenges and experiences of the year past. Through this as well as their individualised interviews in PLW Year 7 were able review their progress and transition to high school, as well as assess whether or not they had reached goals that they have set for themselves in Term 2. Ye a r 7 s h o u l d b e p r o u d o f themselves, and the results that have been able to attain as well as the goals that they were able to achieve. Their maturity and drive for excellence has allowed them to be successful learners that are able to create and maintain positive peer relationships.
Swim School Monday to Wednesday of Week 10, Year 7 splashed in the pool and had fun in the sun during Swim School, held at Mount Druitt Swimming Pools. This was a great way for students to wrap up and celebrate their first year at high school as a year group. Students were grouped according to their swimming ability, and were taught a range of skills including correct CPR methods. All students displayed “Above the Line” behaviour throughout this event, and represented themselves, their year group as well as RHHS with pride. Other Activities Year 7 were also involved in the creation of the Your Hopes for Australia video, were applicants for The Young Women’s Conference as well as faculty based excursions and incursions such as the Joan Sutherland Theatre Excursion, Confucius Classroom Day, Year 7 We are Problem Solvers Incursion, and the Science Fair. Final Message Congratulations Year 7 on an outstanding year of high school. You have shown that by upholding the PERSIST values and expecting the best from yourselves you can achieve your goals. Throughout 2015 you have consistently made me proud to be your Year Adviser, and I am sure that 2016 will be no different. Continue to set your goals, achieve them and make yourselves proud! Miss Melanie Douglas Year 7 Adviser YEAR 8 Year 8 had a highly successful time reflecting on the semester during Personalised Learning Week. The focus for this term was excellence and personal best. Year 8 showed great persistence and dedication to their schooling and this was
evidenced in their outstanding Grade Point Averages. 70% of Year 8 students increased their Grade Point Average and a further 11% showed consistent performance over the two semesters. Earlier this term, 50 Year 8 students participated in the new Beacon ‘Prepare’ Program. The students approached this new initiative with a positive attitude and enthusiasm. During the highly interactive program, students connected with business guests and learned some practical skills that are required in the transition from school to employment; communication, growth mindset, personal presentation, resilience and positive identity.
Also, all Year 8 students showed their support by swearing against Domestic Violence. At the informal Year Meeting students were engaged in information surrounding the realities of Domestic Violence. Domestic Violence affects people directly and indirectly and is a problem in all Australian communities. As a show of support for victims and as an oath to not remain silent about Domestic Violence, Year 8 signed white ribbons that will be displayed in F block. Congratulations, Year 8, on an excellent semester. You should be proud of your application to all areas of schooling this term and for the entire 2015. Well done! Ms Sally Cain Year 8 Adviser Special Note - Year 8 would like to wish Ms Cain lots of success in her role at Plumpton HS for the next 12
months. Welcome to Mr Singh who has volunteered to fill in for Ms Cain. Year 8 Peer Mentor Training In Term 4, fifty five Year 8 students trained to be Peer Mentor Leaders for the incoming Year 7 students in 2016. This program focuses on the challenges adolescents face on their transition into high school and provides an opportunity for Year 7 students to develop the noncognitive capabilities to engage them in success at high school. YEAR 9 The last term of Year 9 has been by far the busiest! Year 9 students have undertaken many opportunities this term and as always have participated with enthusiasm and focus. The LEAPS program concluded this term with a beautiful graduation ceremony held here at school where students were able to thank their mentors and in turn mentors were able to thank their students for the fun and learning that has taken place over the last 8 months.
Year 9 also undertook the We Are Successful Seniors program helping them to prepare for Year 10 and their first year as senior students here at RHHS. They showed diligence and maturity as they learnt about study skills, textual analysis, fitness and health and how to be prepared for the “real world” experiences they will soon be facing.
The top thirty students in Science and Mathematics headed to Sydney University to take part in a STEM learning day where they had the opportunity to meet Dr. Karl! Students were able to study Science and Mathematics at a much higher level and took part in experiments in the University’s labs.
In Personalised Learning Week Year 9 students set high and realistic goals for Year 10 and many students were pleased with the improvements in their GPAs as well as an increase in merits and positive contact with their teachers. As always I am constantly surprised and beaming with pride to be Year 9 Adviser and look forward to continuing our journey into senior school next year. Enjoy the break! Well done Year 9.
students were a credit to the school and the Conference broadened the mind set of all that attended. After the success of the first DARE program earlier in the year, DARE II was a welcome addition to the t e r m ’s a c t i v i t i e s . S t u d e n t s thoroughly enjoyed having a day together to work on their teamwork and leadership skills while completing a range of group activities.
As the temperature rose, the timing of our Surf School Excursion could not have been better. 20 Students from Year 10 took to the surf and, regardless of their success at surfing, a brilliant day was had by all.
Term 4 has been a busy term for Year 11 as they transition into Year 12.
I had the opportunity to speak individually with many students during Personalised Learning Interviews and it is evident that Year 11 are on the correct route to achieving their goals for the future.
Congratulations to our senior leaders who represented Rooty Hill High School at the annual Mount Druitt Zone Sports Assembly and all the other commitments for Year 11.
Ms Sarah Haigh Year 9 Adviser
SENIOR SCHOOL YEAR 10 During Term 4 there was a strong focus on future career goals and employability for Year 10 Students. To this end, some students continued on with their Job Club and SBAT training and the whole year group participated in Work Readiness Seminars. The timing was perfect for those students who also participated in Work Experience this term, with many students returning to school with a clearer picture in their mind about what career directions they will take in the future. Some Year 10 female students were lucky enough to have the opportunity to attend a Women’s Leadership Conference. Our
In week 8, all Year 10 students had their Personalised Learning Interviews. It was a credit to the whole year group how well Year 10 reflected on their performance and put strategies in place to further improve their performance for next year. It was a great way to finish a successful term. 165 students are returning in 2016. Mrs Kate Kennerson Year 10 Adviser YEAR 11
We hope that you continue your persistent efforts throughout the term. Next year is looking very promising.
YEAR 7 2016
YEAR 12 Year 12 Formal On behalf of the class of 2015, a big thank you to all the staff who came out and supported the graduating students of Rooty Hill High School. The formal held at the Novotel Bella Vista on Wednesday 18 November was a great night with plenty of dancing, good food and many laughs.
Year 12 students were thrilled to spend the night celebrating the end of their high school journey together with staff and it was incredible to see just how much students had grown over the last six years. It was also incredible to see the amazing dance moves that some students and staff have! A special thanks to Ms Munzenberger who made the entire night possible with her fantastic organisation! Once again, congratulations to the graduating class of 2015!
Congratulations and Good Luck A huge congratulations to all Year 12 students who have received Early Round Offers for University in 2016. Offers have been made for a variety of courses including Engineering, Business and Accounting, Information and Communication Technologies and Teaching at a range of different Universities including Macquarie University, The University of Wollongong and Western Sydney University. Main Round Offers for University will be released on the 3rd of January, 2016. Best of luck to all students who are waiting on their results and good luck to the class of 2015 on their future journeys posthigh school. Mr Manvir Singh Year 12 Adviser
A Successful Start for Year 7 2016 Year 6 students participating in Early Intervention, Orientation Days and the Sports Gala Day – making a successful start to high school and modelling PERSIST values. Welcome Year 7 2016. Ms Alyce Coleman Year 7 2016 Adviser
2015 DUX OF YEARS 7 - 11 Congratulations to the Years 7 - 10 Dux who spoke at the Presentation Assemblies on 11 December. The Year 11 Dux was presented earlier this term. The Presentation Assemblies recognised hundreds of achievements and focused on academic performance in second semester. The Years 7-10 Dux had grade point averages over 4.5 and high achievement across all subjects. Congratulations to all the award winners.
Year 7 - Sussana Zaman
Year 8 - Venesse Angeles
Year 9 - Morwarid Faiz
Year 9 - Imico Pablico
Year 10 - Sabrina Zaman
Year 11 - Harshita Sabharwal
The Year 12 Dux will be announced once the Higher School Certificate results are released on 16 December 2015
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNERS TERM 4 2015 Year 7 Kimberly Aba Evan Ademovic Mark Aiatia Divina Ambat Sara Anwar Emma Campbell Zane Catlett Ian Chua Christiane Convento Casey Cowell Isabella Croft Ruchelle Dawe Ethan Fuatavai Maryrose Guerra Courtney Hagan James Herning Tayisha Kamoe Jaspreet Kaur Alexia Khalil Atsupui Koudakpo Ronnie Lagazo Tony Lee Kobe Lepua Alex Manarang Megha Martin Vanshita Marwaha Hannah McDonald Kanyapat Meekoh Micaela Melgar Rumman Memon Remiel Merlan Raizza Miclat Beverly Misionare Thomas Morris Marvin Muller Hanna Ngo Craig Ortiz Marina Ott Patricia Pagalanan Claire Paler Piyatida Jade Ratanasirilak Aaron Reyes Patricia Ross Emily Rough Jose Mari Sio Francis Tinei Carlos Torzar Shayla Tran Miracle Sofeni Tuimaualuga Rachel Viemero Akanisi Vuki Chad Zahra Sussana Zaman Mike Zamora
Year 8 Abdulrehman Aftab Ahmad Aasia Akhtar Venesse Angeles Emma Ayre Sohorhab Azizdel Skylar Bairstow Rosalie Bankler Jasmine Bayliss Nansita Charan Samara Colwell Alessandra Delfin Jonathan Delos Santos Amanda Fuiono Komal Gupta Jason Kramarczyk Pranita Kumar John Marcos Samantha Mendoza Chloe Norton Lemah Orya Pornkewarin Ann Phromma Annabella Pongos Freshta Popal Narisha Prasad Hadrien Quesada Nikkash Raj Paris Staal Emily Stirk Maria Vilca Valencia Latrel Vista Maja Zlomislic
Samiyah Hussein Oscar Jennings Tynae Jones Ayca Karsanbas Ankit Kaushal Helen Liang Andrew Lim Mae Limbaco Ashaldine Mailei Ailima Mativa Reyhan Outim Imico Pablico Alyssa Parreno Elizabeth Paterson Brianna Pelayo Byron Pochodyla Caitlin Puckeridge Jeremy Robles Sharon Rogers Marco Santos Marion Schroeder Bianca Sellak Anneka Shankar Nicole Singh Sonia Soliz Ky Staal Chaithra Sumesh Aemar Sunga Kiarna Terry Daniel Thick Raelyn Villegas Geordian Viloria Giandawn Viloria Lisa Vines Jaeda Zlomislic
Year 9 Arizo Aghdar Murtathah Al Khazaaly Darren Balbin Crystel Bandal Gladeomae Bandeleon Seth Bayliss Brittany Bishop Ivy Bradley Joy Cayabyab Tarynn Cooke Alexa Cruz Jessie Da Palma Monica Dutt Joshua Edwards Masse Faiz Morwarid Faiz Lara Ferri Blake Ford Joanna Gevero Abby Giles Kiyan Gucel
Year 10 Qasim Al Hameed Taylor Ayoub Khyle Blando Jayden Hicks Billy Joe Iosefa Nathan Johnson Tia Kalic Amilda Kasper Harsha Kumar Jeremy Kumar Priyashna Kumar Kelsey Laval Sydney Lavaro Samantha Lazaro Jane Lee Gino Maceda Laura Matekovic Sarah Mendoza Kaitlyn Morris Araluen Phillips
Laila Popal Chloe Quintero Chloe Ross Simranjit Saini Anya Sarajlic Mico Singalawa John Sio Aisha Umar Tricia Valenzuela Rachel Varley Sanjani Vikash Lisa Vu Julia Youkhana Sabrina Zaman
Year 11 Daniela Acosta David Ahofono Shanyce Attard Codie Bailey Keanna Kay BaldwinHartmann Kaitlin Berry Mari Cayabyab Jack Clifton Robin Del Rosario Joshua Deo Krystal Dodd Daniel Edmonds Philip Fuiava Angus Graham Havanah Hannon-Fou Emma Jurd Jacob Keaton Toni Kitcheman Joshua Lancaster Zachariah Laufili Patricia Lazaro Jason Ma Noa Mafi Kobe Matatahi Temoana Mativa Jaryd McCormack Brittany Menolotto Ari Ngati Tamara Norris Melis Ozakca John Pagalanan Tania Parata Denilson Pereira Yash Prasad Andrew Rasmussen Rachelle Rativo Madeline Romero Harshita Sabharwal Nash Wiseman
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