TEMPE HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER 1
Unwins Bridge Road, TEMPE NSW 2044
Phone: 9558 2023 Fax: 9558 9460 Term 1 Week 5 Email:[email protected] February / March Website: www.tempe-h.schools.nsw.edu.au 2021 Office Hours : 8.30am – 3.15 pm
From the Principal Improvements our school’s physical
Our first newsletter has good information about our environment completed in 2020 school and what has been happening. More timely Year 12 Bus Hub refurbishment and information is available from our website, Parent expansion funded by NSW Government and Student Portal and directly to you via email. If Grant you have not been getting our emails it might be New Library that we do not have your correct email address. You New Common room Laser engraving room can check this by ringing our office on 95582023. Flooring D and C block Special provisions exam room
CCTV installations Staff Changes Water Harvesting projects delivering water for all student toilet blocks funded by a Ms Bourke has been appointed as our Deputy, Federal Government Grant replacing Dr Pinnington–Wilson and looking after Elective Art Murals to be installed on years 9 and 10. Ms Taoube will be our 3rd Deputy walkway to library looking after years 7 and 11. Ms Byrnes has been School signage project completed appointed Head Teacher CAPA. Mr Tennent will be New Art room Acting Head Teacher of English. Mr Pedley will be New PE storeroom on oval the Relieving Head Teacher Teaching and Learning Netting on oval while Ms Glasgow continues to assists the Maths Association. Mr Greene will continued Relieving as Head Teacher TAS. Additionally we have some new Planed infrastructure upgrades for 2021 members of staff in Maths, TAS, HSIE and Learning support. Mr Greene has begun an induction program This year we plan to increase outdoor for our new members of staff and they have all furniture and shaded areas. Additionally the settled in well. oval will be laser levelled and re-turfed, a project left over from last year. A new
synthetic Volleyball court will replace the School Improvement Plan grass one. We will be installing irrigation which will be fed by water we will be We have begun formulating the school plan for harvesting from our buildings. A new 2021-24. Parents will be part of this process and I synthetic Volleyball court will replace the urge you all to participate through the P&C and grass one. We are also hoping that a co- surveys which will be emailed. funding proposal is successful. This will allow us to build a roof over our basketball courts, adding both sun and wet weather
protection.
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School charges and voluntary fees have made it School Drop offs and pick ups possible to make many of these major In the interest of pedestrian safety we are closing improvements in the school is because we are well Gate 1 on Collins street at 8.15 each morning. supported by our parents with their contributions to Students can be dropped off at Gate 6, on Toyer subject charges and voluntary fees. You will be Street, which will be open each morning. Students receiving an invoice soon that will detail the subject who are dropped off on Collins Street should only be charges for materials that are used by your child in dropped off on the school side and will need to walk class. Additionally there are some voluntary fees around to Gate 2 on Unwins Bridge Road. that assist us with communication, school beautification, the purchase of additional resources We suggest that parents who do drive students to and a P&C levy. Though these are voluntary, the school turn into Way Street and proceed to drop off majority of parents and carers do pay them and they at either Gates 5 or 6. make an enormous difference to our capacity to provide the best environment for our students that we can. If any family has a difficulty in making Socrates Dassaklis payments for these contributions, uniform, Principal excursions or any other education related matters;
please book an appointment with me as I may be able to assist. C alendar
Friday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Week Mar 5 Mar 1 Mar 2 Mar 3 Mar 4 5pmYear 7 parents meet Open Night 6 the Teacher Evening and
Cyber Safety Workshop Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 10 Mar 11 Mar 12 7 09:30amOpen Day Tours 09:30amOpen Day Tours Mar 15 Mar 16 Mar 17 Mar 18 Mar 19 8 Cyber safety talks junior years Sydney East SCHOOL PHOTO DAY - Ms Swimming Palmer in charge Mar 22 Mar 23 Mar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 CATCH UP SCHOOL PHOTOS 9 AND YEAR 12 MUCK UP PHOTO -Ms Palmer in charge 09amSchool Cup - Volleyball Mar 29 Mar 30 Mar 31 Apr 1 Apr 2
SRC GRIP Leadership Summer THS cross country SRC Easter Egg Hunt, BBQ Good Conference at Olympic Park Grade Sport and Mufti (pending exec Friday 10 Ends approval) Year 9 excursion Royal Easter Show For more up to date information refer to our website or parent portal: https://tempe-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/ https://web2.tempe-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/webcal/calendar/24
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From the Deputies
We welcome to all our Tempe High School students and families to the 2021 school year. It is always exciting to start a new year and reignite the passion we all have for teaching and learning. It has been wonderful to see our students back at school and settling in so quickly and so well. There is a lovely positive energy and enthusiasm across the school.
Welcome also to Ms Sheree Bourke as our newly appointed Deputy Principal. Ms Bourke is fortunate to be the Deputy Principal overseeing both Years 9 and 10. Together, with Ms Fountoulis (Years 8 and 12) and Ms Taoube (Years 7 and 11) the Deputy Principals have the privilege of supervising year cohorts which involves looking after the curriculum, welfare and discipline needs of the students in these year groups.
Congratulations and thank you to our parents for supporting the school and getting your children ready for the New Year. One of the most helpful things you can do to support your child at home is to establish healthy routines. While so much in our lives is unpredictable at this time, we can try to make some things predictable for our children. Setting up a daily schedule that outlines predictable routines can help to reduce stress and anxiety. When children know what to expect, they are more available to learn, problem-solve, create, and connect. To develop their own organisational skills, students have taken part in seminars and workshops by Elevate to help improve their study techniques, increase motivation, build confidence, and lift exam performance. Students have returned with zest and maturity and it is wonderful to see students excited about their new school year. Tempe High School has a long record of excelling in the HSC, and this is due to the seniors at our school being focused, dedicated, and supported by incredibly talented teachers and fantastic families. Being a senior at Tempe High School is an absolute privilege, but it also comes with responsibility. Seniors at Tempe High School are responsible for their own learning and are required to attend class on time, complete all work to the best of their ability, set themselves goals, aim high and support each other. Most importantly, seniors need to know their teachers, reach out for help when needed and be positive leaders and role models for the school. All our seniors should be challenging themselves, but also taking some time to enjoy their experiences at Tempe High School.
Year 7 had a fantastic start to the year. They are making a positive impression with their behaviour and enthusiasm for high school. We look forward to working with and getting to know every student. It is a privilege to lead and work with our students and staff at Tempe High. The ‘Meet the Teacher’ evening will be an opportunity for Year 7 parents and carers to be introduced to the classroom teachers as well as the learning support staff and our wellbeing team. The Year 7 Camp will go ahead, with more information to follow. The camp is a terrific opportunity for Year 7 students to bond and have fun. It is a highlight of the year and it is an event that students remember fondly when they look back on their schooling.
We ask all our students to wear their uniform with pride and dignity. All students are required to wear the correct school uniform every day. Students are expected to wear the uniform during school hours, while travelling to and from school, and when engaged in school activities out of school hours, as per Department of Education policy. If your child has outgrown their uniform, please consider donating any uniform items to the school or Noffs. Any donations are warmly received and appreciated.
The Deputy Principals look forward to another momentous year of learning and the restart of extra- curricular activities
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Sheree Bourke
Deputy Principal
Academic Qualifications & Institutions
BSc Agr (USyd), Dip Ed (USyd).
Teaching experience As an experienced educator I have taught for over 25 years in various schools in NSW and Qld. Executive roles include (courses, years, schools) Head Teacher Science and Technology and Deputy Principal at Alexandria Park Community School. I am absolutely delighted to have been appointed as Deputy Principal of Tempe High School.
Teaching Qualifications include: Junior + Senior Science,
Mandatory Technology, Junior + Senior Agriculture, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, VET Primary Industries.
2021 Teaching load at TEMPE HS Year 8 Science – 8 W and 8P
Other responsibilities at TEMPE (faculty based, extra- Deputy Principal responsible for Years 9 and 10. curricular) - OR areas of passion/interests that you are I am passionate about Community involvement and looking forward to being part of at TEMPE. activities that extend students to think outside local area
not just within the classroom. I enjoy creating new opportunities for students and have them understand the
role Agriculture plays in their lives. Focusing on whole school programs related to student wellbeing, growth mindset, critical and creative thinking, reward and
recognition, technology and project-based learning. I bring with me a wealth of experience to lead our school community through change management processes. Beliefs/goals in relation to teaching, learning and It’s important my students feel comfortable in the learning student achievement: space I provide, allowing them to excel to their full potential. Technology has great value in the classroom and incredible potential to help students learn. I believe in having a go and doing your best. It’s ok to make mistakes, as long as you learn from them. A person who never made
a mistake never tried anything new – Albert Einstein.
First impressions of TEMPE From my first visit to Tempe High School, I was
overwhelmed by the sense of community, the incredible opportunities available for the staff and students and the
many exciting programs that are running. I am so excited to work with everyone in this friendly and inclusive environment.
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SRC NEWS
The Year 12 Leadership Team and I are pleased to announce our SRC team for 2021.
Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11
Jai S Laura F Vishnu S Mikaa'il
Neharika C Julie L Joe B Max L
Emmily T Ernie S Lachlan M
Teesha S Chester C Richson N
Kai Qi Y Liana S Peli N
Muntaha S Maia M Maggie L
Brooke M Amy Z
Nadia M Jennifer W
Congratulations to these students.
First meeting is this Friday lunchtime in F5. See you there!
Presentation Day and Recognition Assembly Award Winners
If you were not able to make it to the award ceremonies last year, please come see me in the English staffroom at recess or lunch to claim your prize.
Miss Yin
SRC and Presentation Day Co-ordinator
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Silver Award Excursion 2020
On the 14th of December, Tempe High School students who earned a Silver Award went on an excursion/picnic to Gunnamatta Bay in Cronulla. The excursion was incredibly enjoyable as we were allowed to swim and play in the water as well as being provided with a free lunch - barbecued sausages and drinks!
While the weather appeared cold, wet and generally quite miserable the decision was made to stick to the plan and just try our luck. We gathered in the hall for roll marking then ventured outside to begin our journey to Sydenham Station. Our plans were temporarily halted as a downpour of torrential rain emerged. The clouds became dark and the weather was worsened by the wind which ensured we all got a good soaking. We decided to wait for the rain to stop, but the rain appeared to be never ending so we took the plunge and walked in the rain. Unfortunately, some students did not have umbrellas, so by the time we reached the station, they were soaked! Luckily the rain had lessened and was now a light drizzle. We waited for around 2 minutes, and the train we had to catch to Wolli Creek arrived. Everyone quickly boarded the train and off we went to Wolli Creek station! We soon reached Wolli Creek station, and nearly as soon as we arrived, the train to Cronulla had come. We hurriedly boarded the train, excited for the picnic we were worried that the bad weather would continue when we reached Cronulla beach, but fortunately the weather started improving the rain stopped and the temperature was slowly on the rise. The train ride was a very long, but peaceful and a comfortable one. People could enjoy talking to friends, eating snacks or just sit back and relax as we passed by many suburbs. Lots of the suburbs some we didn’t even know existed!
When we finally stopped at Cronulla, we got off and walked about 10 minutes until we finally saw it- the beach! We had to do a test to see if we were good swimmers to be able to enter the water first, but after that, we could swim around, play games with friends and find many interesting things underwater! We found a few seashells and I even saw a small fish. Some people didn’t bring their swimming costumes, or didn’t want to swim, so they occupied themselves with some land based activities such as making sand castles and playing on the play equipment.
Everyone was very tired after enjoying the beach, but luckily it was now lunch time. We were provided with free barbecued sausages with bread and drinks of your choice! The sausage options on offer were Aussie beef sausages, vegetarian and halal. We could also choose from Coca Cola, Solo and water. For some students one sausage was not enough though so they went for seconds, thirds even fourths. After a long, exhausting fun day, all the students got to go home. We caught the train from Cronulla station and students departed at different stations on the journey home. It was a wonderful day, and everyone who went on the excursion thoroughly enjoyed it.
By Jade Huang 7W
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Mathematics Learning Support Staff
We have had a very positive start to the year after all Harsha Yadav is the new Learning and Support Teacher the Covid dramas last year and we hope we will at Tempe High School. Harsha is available Monday- continue in this positive manner. Friday she assists staff in supporting students with diverse learning needs. If you have any concerns Our faculty has seen minor changes the year regarding your student please make contact with Ms Kim will continue to replace Mr Harsha. Harsha [email protected] Wilson who is still overseas. Ms Gerges has taken the year off to look after her new born baby girl. She has been replaced by Ms Luu. Looking forward to 2021 and if there are any issues or concerns regarding Mathematics at school please don’t hesitate to ring or email at any time.
Spiro Gouzoulis Lisa Bassett is one of our permanent School Learning Support Officers at Tempe High School. Lisa works Head Teacher Mathematics alongside classroom teachers to support students to access the curriculum.
. Corinne Smith is the Aboriginal Educational Officer, and Maumi Taufoou is the Aboriginal and Pacific Islander Support Teacher. Corinne and Maumi predominately support the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, as well as the Pacific Islander students at Tempe High School.
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VOLLEYBALL The Volleyball Boys Make STATE for the Third Year Running!
The boys began their CHS campaign by playing against Lucas Heights at Menai on Tuesday the 9th of February. They were very convincing in their win to go through to Central Venue Day beating Lucas Heights 25-9, 25-9. On Monday the 15th of February the boys played at Menai Indoor Centre to compete for a place in State. Our first game against Heathcote High School was over fairly quickly when we won our two sets 25-7 and 25-9. As we reached the quarter finals, we played a strong game against Sydney Tech, to walk into the Grand Final with our place in State already secured. Our team was extremely strong on the day and the boys showed their true talent by being able to adapt and play in different positions as needed. Our boys have worked hard to make this level and will continue to train hard for State which is held early in Term 3. Special mention and congratulations to Kevin Nguyen and Anh Truong who were selected for Sydney East and will go on to play regionals in week 7. I’m proud of these boys and all they’ve achieved, they inspire me to want to be a better coach.
Ms Bolton Volleyball Co-Ordinator
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Watch Out! The Girls are making a Name for Themselves in Volleyball!
For three years our girls have worked hard in the volleyball program, to keep improving, to make progress and to make a name for themselves. They’ve shown up to early morning practice at 7am in 5 degree temperatures, fingers freezing, but still given it their all. Sometimes they’ll say to me that they think they aren’t making any progress. But they are and they definitely have. Last year, we were knocked out early in the Central Venue Day, this year, we came into the competition as a solid team. The girls began by beating Woolooware High School convincingly in the first match. We then went on to play Kingsgrove High School. What a match! We lost the first set and were down by over 7 points in the second. It looked like we wouldn’t be able to hold on, but out of nowhere, the girls rallied in a way I haven’t seen them rally before. We fought our way back to win the second. The third was the decider. The pressure was on, but our girls were determined. We rallied hard and made our way into quarter finals where we finally overcame a very hard challenge from Kingsgrove. On to quarter finals. Our girls were exhausted from the Kingsgrove match but put up one amazingly strong fight against Sydney Girls. We were diving, jumping and working for every point. Although it was a close, game, we lost to a hard finishing Sydney Girls who went on to win the competition. Special mention to Gabriel Lee who has been shortlisted into the top 15 for Sydney East. Top 10 will be decided after another tryout. Very proud of our girls, their coach Ray and the effort they have all put into training for this competition. This year we hope to see lots of success from our Open Girls team.
Onwards and Upwards Tempe.
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Sydney East Selections
A massive congratulations to Anh Truong and Kevin Nguyen on their selection into the Sydney East Team for Volleyball. Special mention to Gabby Lee who continues her Sydney East campaign by being shortlisted to the top 15, with the final 10 being named next week. Being selected into the Sydney East team is a huge achievement and they should be very proud of their efforts.
Anh Truong Gabby Lee Kevin Nguyen
2021 Swimming Carnival
On Thursday the 11th of February we had our annual swimming carnival. The day was a great success, with a large amount of participation in races, great weather and awesome house and school spirit. I commend all those students that participated in any races during the day. Any student who participated in a race received 1 house point, 3rd place received 2 points and 2nd place scored 3 points. If you placed first in any race you earned 4 points for your house. We also awarded points for good sportsmanship and helping others, of which there was plenty. The house score totals for the day were: 1st: Ares: 175 2nd: Apollo: 172 3rd: Pegasus: 160 4th: Poseidon: 123 I will present the House Trophy to the Ares house captains at the next school assembly.
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Of all the racing participants on the day, 38 earned their spot to represent Tempe High School at the Zone Swimming Carnival on Monday the 22nd. Every student put their best effort forward and a select few elite swimmers will be going on to represent Tempe at the Sydney East Carnival on the 16th of March.
Stay tuned for more swimming updates in the next newsletter.
Mr. Robinson. Sports Organiser
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Year 10 Child studies
Year 10 Child Studies have started off with an exciting Term! Our focus for this term is Children’s Health and students have the opportunity to participate in a real life baby simulation. Although not an assessment, students are putting the skills they’ve learnt in class into practice by caring for an electronic baby overnight. This means feeding, changing nappies and caring for the baby when it cries. It has been quite an experience for the students so far and possibly one of the best insights into parenthood! Students are also looking forward to day-care visits and other exciting opportunities later in the year.
Year 9 Child Studies
Gender Reveal Party
Year 9 Child Studies students have been using their artistic talent to put together ideas for a Gender Reveal Party as part of their Term 1 topic “The Miracle of Life”
Here are some examples of their excellent reveals
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Science We have had a solid start to the year, though there has been some change to our staff. Miss Reddy who was scheduled to teach this year was unable to teach term one. As a consequence, I would like to thank Mr Zhou for teaching the first 2 weeks of term. I would also like to thank Mr O’Meara, a qualified science teacher for taking over Miss Reddy’s classes for the foreseeable future. I would also like to thank Mr Miller for his work as Head of AMGEN equipment below Science for past few years. He has done a wonderful job as relieving Head Teacher Science. I would like to thank the Biology Teachers for running the AMGEN program from the University of Sydney for our Year 12 students. The Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE) provides teacher professional development, curriculum materials, and research-grade equipment and supplies to secondary schools. The program features a hands-on molecular biology curriculum designed to introduce students to the excitement of scientific discovery and aligns with the NSW HSC syllabus. Photos Below. The Science Faculty would like to congratulate the Year 12 Science Students from 2020 who worked
through COVID to achieve such outstanding success in the sciences. A special congratulation goes to Alex Nguyen who came first in state in Science Extension. The whole science faculty were very excited with this news.
Our staff are Mr Miller, Mr Katsifis, Mr Murphy, Miss Abrahams, Miss Alex Nguyen class of 2020, first in state Science Vimalarajah, Miss Merkuloff, Mr Fulton, Mr O’Meara and Extension. Miss Padilla.
A Murphy
Head Teacher Science
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Library News
Welcome back to Tempe High School Library. The library staff are Ms. Salisbury (Teacher Librarian) and Mrs. Theodoropoulos (SAO – Library Assistant). Opening hours The library is open from 8.15 every morning and every recess and lunch. It is also open after school until 4pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Library cards Students can borrow and print without a library card, although it is easier with a card. New library cards will be issued after photo day, so please make sure students turn up to get their photos taken on photo day so they can get a card. Oliver Homepage Please check out the Oliver homepage (available through the student portal) to see the latest books and links to websites that will help with research. You can also check which books you have out and when they are due back.
Ebooks Ebooks are now available for borrowing through the Oliver catalogue. When you search for a book, if it comes up with this sign
You can then click on and it will download to your device If you have any further queries regarding the school library, please feel free to ask me,
Kim Salisbury Teacher Librarian
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YEAR 7 GEOGRAPHY
Over the first few weeks of high school, we have been learning all about geographical skills, including maps, direction, bearings, grid references and geographical photographs. Here’s just a few photos of THS from a year 7 perspective. Photographs: Thanks to Leo Projceski
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New Staff at Tempe HS Head Teacher CAPA Sonia Byrnes
Academic Qualifications & BA/BEd (Drama and Theatre Studies and History) Institutions
Teaching experience 15 years experience as a teacher and 8-years’ experience as a Head of (courses, years, schools) Faculty. I have worked at Newtown High School of the Performing Arts, St George Christian School and Meriden previously.
Other employment Currently President of Drama NSW which is the peak body for Drama experiences (what, where educators in NSW and works in training Drama teachers and how do the duties relate advocating for Drama in education. to/complete “teaching”)
2021 Teaching load at Teaching Drama and one 7 English class. TEMPE HS
Other responsibilities at I am responsible for the Creative and Performing Arts Faculty at Tempe TEMPE (faculty based, and for fostering a love and appreciation of the Arts within the school. extra- curricular) - OR I’m passionate about diversity in education and advocating for greater areas of passion/interests opportunities and initiatives for girl’s education. I also love finding that you are looking ways to use theatre in expanding people’s ideas and telling the stories of what it means to be human. forward to being part of at TEMPE.
Beliefs/goals in relation to I believe all students should be free to find and be themselves. When teaching, learning and a student feels safe, valued and seen they are able to explore the world student achievement: around them with curiosity and respond to this world with critical thought and empathy. I’m an advocate for learning to fail well and using this as a part of your experiences that then shape your approach to learning. It’s not about perfection as much as it is about genuine engagement, passion and curiosity in learning. Finally, I believe that we need to teach and understand what it looks like to have integrity in our creative work. To make art that is uncompromisingly considered and full of integrity in both your approach to it and your performance or display of it.
First impressions of TEMPE I love the diversity and freedom of the student body. To see so many young people free to be themselves and share their ideas is so refreshing.
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The Creative and Performing Arts at Tempe High have big plans for 2021. It was a difficult year for the arts in 2020 with so much of our industry (and even our own events) coming to a standstill. However, we’ve come into the New Year with a great passion to keep telling and expressing the stories of our world whether it be through visual mediums, music, dance or drama. Already we have had some wonderful moments in the first few weeks and exciting opportunities coming up.
Music have begun all their lessons with students finding ways to engage with practical performance elements. Most lunch times P5 is filled with eager students rehearsing their assessments or jamming together. We welcomed back Peter Morgan to work with students and continue to help HSC students in their performances. The Tempe High School Extracurricular Music Ensembles Program has returned in 2021 with rehearsals returning from week 4 for Wind Ensemble led by Mr Norrish on Tuesday mornings and Concert Band and Stage Band Led by Murray Jackson on Thursday afternoons. Students from years 7 - 12 have dusted off their instruments after a restful break and are ready to begin a year full of rehearsals, performances and creativity as they embrace the Tempe High School ethos of working to achieve their personal best. After a disrupted year of uncertainty and changing regulations, the Extracurricular Music Ensembles Program is re- establishing some of our smaller ensembles beginning with the Tempe Choir led by Lucy Bails, which will rehearse on Wednesday mornings before school from week 5. Any students interested in joining the Extracurricular Music Ensembles Program can contact Mr Norrish in the CAPA staffroom or by email at [email protected]
Some of the students involved in the Music performance at the end of 2020
Visual Arts
On the last three days of school in 2020 the Yr10 elective Visual Arts students worked on a mural. The theme of the mural is symbols related to HSIE and Science faculties. The mural will be installed on the overpass between ‘D’ block and the library in Term 1 2021.
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Here is a sneak peek of some of the images…
Congratulations again to Chloe Irving-MacKinnon and Lucy O’Rourke who were selected for ArtExpress. They are currently exhibiting their bodies of work as a part of the exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW.
Lucy’s body of work.
One of the paintings from Chloe’s body of work.
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Tempe Analogue Collective
The CAPA department invites all students from years 9-12 who are interested in photography to join ‘Tempe Analogue Collective’. The new extracurricular program will provide students with the opportunity to shoot, develop and scan their own rolls of black and white 35mm film. Although a dying art, analogue photography teaches the foundational skills of light exposure and camera operation. Once or twice a month sessions will be held after school on a Monday where Ms Clark will guide students through the developing process. Resources for loading tanks and scanning negatives will be available at lunchtimes through a booking system. This process is a hybrid practice of combining film photography with digital post-production. Any students interested in joining the Tempe Analogue Collective can contact Ms Clark in the CAPA staffroom or by email at [email protected] Photos by Darcy Phelan and Layla Joannes.
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Dance have had a strong start to the year with Year 10 dance beginning work on their contemporary dance pieces that are to be performed next term.
Year 10 Dance students rehearsing and learning choreography
Drama have had a big start to the year with HSC Drama performing and handing in their Individual Project for progress marks. There is much work to be done but they are an enthusiastic class whose additional rehearsals and workshops with Ms Byrnes will see them do great things. They have also been working hard on performing and workshopping Brecht’s Mother Courage and her Children as seen in the photos below and have been creating stunning moments of political theatre. There are also some opportunities in the works for junior students to become involved in Drama through co-curricular groups. Keep your eyes peeled for more information on this in the coming weeks.
Year 12 Drama during one of their workshops on Brecht’s Epic Theatre.
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TECHNOLOGY AND APPLIED STUDIES
What's happening in TAS in 2021
Rendering of a rendered glass vase using Computer Aided Drawing software Fusion 360, currently being explored with year 10 Graphics Technology and Year 11 Design and Technology. Introducing new members to the TAS team! We are excited to introduce new members to the TAS faculty, Ms Laura Black and Mrs Moly Lee. We thought it might be a good idea to have them share with the Tempe High School community a little about themselves. Ms Black
Teaching Subjects: Year 7 and 8 Technology Mandatory, Year 9 Textiles and Year 9 Food Technology. Interests: In my spare time I enjoy sewing clothing, embroidery and opp shopping.
Mrs Lee
Teaching Subjects: Year 7 and 8 Technology Mandatory, Year 9 and 10 Graphics Technology, and, Year 11 Design and Technology Interests: I enjoy styling events and spending time with my 3 very cheeky daughters
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Year 7 Year 7 has settled in really well in their Technology classes. Over the course of the year they will be completing 4 units including bridge building, baking their own muffin creation, sewing a reusable bag and designing their own game using coded game lab. Each unit combines both practical and theory work. In year 8 next year, the students will revisit these technologies again (i.e. Materials - Textiles, Food and Agriculture, Engineering and Coding) with new and challenging projects. All the TAS teachers are very impressed with how year 7 have approached their technology lessons with maturity and enthusiasm. Stayed tuned for the next newsletter for some pictures of their work. Year 9 Textiles Technology - Miss Black This year students in Year 9 Textiles Technology will engage in a range of textiles projects. This term they will start with a pair of pyjama pants and apply decorative techniques to a ready to wear top to complete the set. Students are developing their illustration skills with a range of media and are learning how to use commercial sewing patterns. In term two the focus will be on creating a simple staple garment such as a dress or shirt. In term three students will enter the exciting world of costume design and create their own item of costuming. In term four students will discover the world of textiles art and create their own piece of work. Year 9 Food Technology - Miss Black This term students are undertaking the unit Food in Australia, which introduces students to working in our kitchens for the elective and the influence of various cultures on what we call Australian cuisine. Term two will focus on food selection and the impact these choices have on health. In term three students will explore foods for special needs. Year 9 will end the year with a bang, studying food for special occasions. Year 8 Technology Mandatory (Unit: Digital Technology) - Mrs Lee, Mr O’Neil and Mr Shaw This term, 8N2 and 8N8 are using Micro:bit to develop their coding skills. We have developed this new program called “Do Your Bit” where students explore how powerful coding is in developing innovative solutions in a technological world that we live in. The design brief involves them to identify environmental issues and evaluate existing products and systems that address the issues. Their role as designers this term is to develop a solution using coding to help solve an environmental problem. In completing this unit they will be empowered to do their bit for our today and future by applying computational thinking. Year 9 Graphics Technology - Mrs Lee Both year 9 Graphics Technology classes have begun exploring elements and principles of design. They have put this under a microscope and evaluated how well a range of graphic designs have applied these elements and principles of design. They are now applying their knowledge and developing a unique logo that will be laser cut into a key tag. Year 9 Graphics Technology students will be using a range of awesome technology in this unit to achieve their final design. Just to name a few, they will be using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, the laser cutter and they will get to choose from a range of colourful acrylic material to make their key tags.
Year 11 Food Technology - Mrs CrkovskiYear 11 Food Technology students have been studying the unit on Food Availability and Selection. They have been learning about the factors that affect food selection. One of the practical lessons involved preparing a budget friendly meal with basic ingredients.
Year 11 students creativity with variety
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Year 10 Graphics Technology - Mrs Lee Both year 10 Graphics Technology classes have gotten straight into learning how to create AS1100 engineering drawings to support their concept designs of homeware. They have been developing advanced skills in CAD software to digitally draw their homeware design in 3D. This is very cool stuff! In the next coming weeks they will 3D print their designs. The range of homeware designs the students have been developing include; jars, food containers, multi purpose vase and light housing just to name a few. These are valuable skills that year 10 Graphics students are developing that are required in fields such as Engineering, Architecture and Product Design. How awesome is that!
Year 10 Graphics Technology class developing their CAD skills on Fusion
Year 11 Design and Technology - Mrs Lee & Mr Greene We have 2 full classes of Year 11 Design and Technology. Success! The TAS faculty strongly believe that solutions that the world faces today and the future will be solved by these students. They are our world leaders. So we want to congratulate them on taking on this honourable role. They have been busy looking at the theory behind factors affecting design, the design process and studying the range of settings designers work within. In preparation for the development of their design projects, the classes have been looking at successful entries from the Good Design Awards. They evaluated what makes the designs effective and applied the theory to it. They have already practiced some HSC multiple choice questions to become familiar with the terms and concepts examined in this course. In the next few weeks they will be fine tuning their practical skills to allow them to create advanced and highly effective concept models to communicate their solutions to any problem that they explore. They have access to all the very cool resources that TAS Tempe High have, including the 3D printer, laser cutter, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and the woodwork and metalwork machinery. What a great place to be a Design and Technology student in!
Loft and Shell Vase Tanaka of 11DT made by Felix
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Year 10 iSTEM - Mr Greene & Mr Liu
Year 10 iSTEM are starting the year with the CAD Spinning Top Challenge. Students have been learning basic CAD skills and are applying principles of motion to design the best performing spinning top possible. Students have access to the 3D printing room and will be designing and testing multiple iterations of their spinning top design. We’re hoping for some fantastic results when we finally get to test the students work! This year, iSTEM has undergone a change in how teaching and learning happens from week to week. One lesson per week is a team teaching lesson, with experts in science, technology, engineering and mathematics in the room at the same time. We’re hoping this model will help to support students with their skills, knowledge and problem solving skills throughout the year.
A still from the Year 10 iSTEM Spinning Top Demonstration Video on Google Classroom.
A still from the Year 10 iSTEM Spinning Top monstration Video on Google Classroom.
Looking ahead…
YEAR 12 Design and Technology SHOWCASE
There is a special event that will be happening in Term 2. Year 12 Design and Technology students will be showcasing their Major Design Projects to the Tempe High School community. It will be an evening celebrating year 12 students dedication and hard work in the Design and Technology HSC course. There will be more information to come about this soon.
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Study Skills
On Thursday 18th February, Years 7 & 10 students engaged in study skills workshops delivered by Elevate Education. The workshops provided our students with effective and practical study strategies to improve confidence and results within assessment and examinations. To complement your child’s study practices, Elevate Education enable THS student’s exclusive access to their Elevate Student Portal which includes features of video tips, study skills templates, practice exam questions and written tips. Students and parents are welcome to visit the Elevate Education student portal which can be accessed via https://au.elevateeducation.com Tempe High School (presenters) password: rondo Elevate will be presenting a face- to- face presentation for Parents, to be held at Tempe High School in Term 2. Elevate are also conducting free online Parent webinars to assist with practical study strategies. Bookings are essential and can be done through the link below. Elevate booking link
Elevate Webinars Series
View Elevates Motivation webinar – bit.ly/motiv_elevate February 24th - Time Management techniques to align the family expectations on homework and school-life balance. March 10th - Technology devices and self-regulation strategies. March 24th - Note taking skills to help your child deepen their revision.
Mr Corey Newton Study Skills Co-ordinator
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Bring Your Own Device 2021
The Year 7 class of 2021 have made the successful transition to our whole school Bring Your Own Device program. Year 7 deserve special acknowledgement for the patience and tenacity they applied to successfully connecting to the Tempe High School Wi-fi system. Their connection to our network now enables them to implement BYOD into their classroom learning. Ongoing support shall continue to be provided to Year 7 with regards to Wi-fi connectivity.
Cyber safety is a priority at Tempe High School, the following initiatives will take place throughout Term 1:
Year 7 to undertake a Digital Literacy course in Term 1. Cyber Safety workshops delivered to Year 7, 8 & 9 students by our partnered E-Safety provider YSafe on Monday 15th March. YSafe Parent workshop Wednesday 3rd March. Coming soon! Free exclusive access to YSafe’s online Cyber Safety Hub, designed to assist our Tempe community to navigate the complexities of the online world.
It is an expectation for our whole school that BYOD’s are brought to school on a daily basis for the implementation within class lessons. A short- term loan scheme (from our Library) is available should a student forget to pack their device for the working day. Should students require further assistance with Wi-Fi connectivity they may access Mr Newton, Mr Zima and Mr Al Taoube. For general enquiries regarding BYOD please feel free to contact our school.
Mr Newton Communication & Technology Co-ordinator
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Tempe High School a BYOD School
Tempe High School has made the successful transition to whole school BYOD, this innovation has been a big change for all members of our school community. Students deserve recognition for the patience and fortitude exhibited in connecting their personal devices to the schools Wi-Fi system. Teachers and students are now accessing the many classroom learning opportunities that BYOD technologies offer. Year 7 are the final cohort to transition and are currently undertaking a Digital Literacy course, upon completion they will receive certification and the approval to transition to BYOD. In Term 2, Year 7 students will be required to be BYOD ready as classroom teachers will be delivering lessons with digital technologies facilitating student’s learning. To coincide with Year 7’s succession to BYOD, students will participate in a Cyber Safety workshop on Monday 4th of May, to be delivered by our cyber safety partners YSafe with the purpose of equipping students with knowledge and skills to be responsible digital citizens. Should students require further assistance with Wi-Fi connectivity they may access Mr Newton, Mr Zima and Mr Al Toube. For general enquiries regarding BYOD please feel free to contact our school.
Mr C. Newton Communications and Technology Co-ordinator
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SECOND HAND UNIFORMS
The NOFFS SHOP has kindly agreed to sell second-hand uniforms for Tempe High School, with proceeds helping to fund services for disadvantaged young people. The shop is at 290 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville, on the corner of Illawarra Rd and Marrickville Rd (opposite Westpac Bank). Donations are welcome during shop hours:
(10am - 5pm, Monday to Saturday, or until 4pm on Sundays).
Alternatively, uniform drop-offs can be made to the school office
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