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Friday 25th August 2017 Week 2 of cycle Term 3 Vol 3 Titans Shield Rugby League On Wednesday the 9th of August KHS had the privilege of hosting the Under 16’s TERM 3 Titans Shield at New Park. The Titans Shield is a nine-a-side round robin format that CALENDAR allows the top two teams to qualify for the next round. It is the time of year when injuries and illness seem to be our toughest opponents. A couple of the rugged MONTH -August/ Sept Brolga’s were injured playing netball the previous day meaning that we took the field with only eight players for the first game until a couple more players arrived. Monday 28th August First up the boys played Casino and they took full advantage of the number Year 11 Work placement differential and scored two quick tries to lead the Brolga’s 8-0 within minutes. When commences the Brolga’s finally got some ball Harry Crawter made a solid run to peg one back. Then in no time Joshua Jones made an outstanding run from the centre of the field Friday 1st September Year 11 Work placement down the left wing breaking two cover tackles and leaving all defenders in his wake to finishes score and tie things up. Not to be left out Jake O’Reilly who was excited to be finally Year 10 HSIE Excursion having a crack in the number 1 guernsey, scored a well created try to take the lead for the Brolga’s. Thursday 7th September Unfortunately with only moments to play Casino scored another try to level things up SRC Legacy badges and then made the conversion to steal the win. Farewell Year 12 Social 6pm Next up the Brolga’s played Xavier College. The game started with a try for Xavier off a Brolga defensive mistake. Jake scored his second try of the day to level things up Friday 8th September at 6-6. Then in what seemed like no time at all Xavier ran in two quick tries. To bring KEEP excursion back some pride to the score line Patrick Maddock scored a try to finish 14-10 down. Monday 11th September The last game was against Southern Cross Distance Education Centre. Southern Year 11 exams commence Cross scored first and then struggled to contain the Brolga’s. First it was Josh Jones repeating his solo effort from earlier to run the field for another classy try, then Tom Thursday 14th September Farragher got in on the act and Layne Hardy finished off for a final score of 16-4. KEEP Players player votes for the day went to Joshua Jones, Robert Uo and Harry Crawter. A special mention needs to go to Jacob O’Reilly who excelled in his first opportunity Tuesday 19th September to captain the Brolga’s, he always leads by example and looks very comfortable in Year 11 Exams finish the role. This was the last of the League for 2017 and we would like to thank Parent/Teacher evening (4pm) everyone for their support and whish all the boys the best of luck with the up-coming finals with the Turkeys. Rugby League Co-ordinators Thursday 21st September Lisa Radley, Nathan Chadderton and Sam Nicholson Year 12 Breakfast Year 12 Farewell Assembly Friday 22nd September Last day Term 3 Monday 9th October TERM 4 COMMENCES Kyogle High School August 25, 2017 Issue 13 From the Principal’s desk From the Deputy’s Desk Welcome to this issue of the KHS newsletter. Year 12 Parent / Teacher Afternoon Years 7-12 have completed their Trial HSC examinations this week On Tuesday 19 September from 4-6pm, a Parent/Teacher and we all encourage every Year 12 student to maintain afternoon will be held in the Kyogle High School Hall. their energy for the final weeks of their class room This is a great opportunity to discuss your student education. It is important that students continue and progress with teachers and highlight any concerns you refine their knowledge and skills around each important may have with student progress. For our Year 12 subject through study, revision and positive parents/carers, it is a positive way to support your student communication with their teachers. Shortly Year 11 and the study routine they will need to follow before the embark on their Preliminary HSC yearly examinations HSC, especially as they will have their Trial results to and we wish them well in their preparation and execution discuss at the meeting. Hope to see you there. across Weeks 9 & 10. NAPLAN Results By now families of Year 7 and 9 students would have In Term 2 I discussed the 3 core expectations that are received their 2017 NAPLAN results. This information our Positive Behaviour for Learning platform: be safe, provides a ‘snapshot’ of your students’ progress in be respectful and be a learner. Whilst each should be comparison to their peers in terms of literacy and obvious expectations it is important to explicitly numeracy skills. understand them. As we continue our planning for the ‘2018-2020 School Plan’, the Executive have started discussion around Kyogle High School has a commitment to keep all specific strategies to support improvement for all students members safe and secure. Students and staff expect and in literacy and numeracy based on available data. should be expected to learn and educate in a safe Basketball Coaching environment where risk is minimal and clear expectation Kyogle High School students were fortunate to have a allow for safe and risk free experiences. coaching session run by Jason Aucoin. Jason has had a KHS expectations around be Safe: distinguished career in Basketball: Right place, right time - 1999 All Australian School basketball team (toured Stay inbounds China/ Korea) Keep hands and feet to self - 2000 started with Brisbane bullets Use equipment for its purpose - 2001 played for Mackay in State League. All Star 5 Care for others selection and National Rebound leader and National Walk Rookie of the Year - 2002 played for Gold Coast State League I personally consider self-respect as the most important - 2002/2003 Played For Prince Edward Island in Canada character trait a person can develop. Self-respect on scholarship attending college, won championship (first empowers an individual to make the right and best choice time in years) and to present them as valuable and worthy citizens. - 2003 played for Mackay in State League Those who manage self-respect give and receive - 2003-2006 played on and off for Brisbane bullets and respect. This is a positive and inclusive human trait which gold coast rollers ensures a positive and inclusive community. - 2006-2008 played for West Sydney Razorback and Bankstown Bruins KHS expectations around be Respectful: - 2008-2010 played for Gold Coast Blaze and Gold coast Rollers Wear school uniform - 2010 played for Rockhampton Rockets Follow staff instructions - 2011- 2014 played for Gold Coast Rollers Use school talk - 2017 played for Gold Coast Rollers Look after my belongings This coaching session was organised by Mike Smith from Kyogle Real Estate. A huge thank you to both Jason and Value all property Mike for their time and support as the students who Put rubbish in bin participated in this opportunity found it invaluable. Houston Trip 2018 Education is a most powerful tool. At times society can The 12 students who will be travelling to Houston in lose sight of the importance of education especially in a January 2018 to participate in a Space Camp have started country such as Australia which gives many educational fundraising. This Sunday the students will run the BBQ at opportunities. It remains however, imperative that the Bazaar and every 2nd Saturday will be selling tickets individuals make every education opportunity a positive with Lions in the fortnightly Lions Raffles in the main street and rewarding experience. of Kyogle. I would like to acknowledge the following clubs / individuals who are supporting our efforts to go to KHS expectations around be a Learner: Houston: Kyogle Tidy Towns; Kyogle Chamber of Commerce; Have all equipment for class Lismore Bunnings; Kyogle Lions Club; Bill and Mary Gale, Digital equipment off and in your bag Malcolm Wallace. Out of class, need a pass Regards Gae Masters Dave Hanley Kyogle High School August 25, 2017 Issue 13 Kyogle Mountain Bike Forest Kyogle High School would like to acknowledge the work conducted by Kyogle Mountain Bike Club and thankyou for enabling us to utilise this park for our weekly sport. Here is some information regarding the park: Kyogle Mountain Bike Forest is your local mountain bike playground. It was established by Kyogle Track and Trail MTB Club within Boorabee State Forest with the aim to provide a recreational area for the local community. Currently there is close to 5km of purpose built mountain bike trails with lots more planned. They are free to use and all you need to ride on the trails is a safe bike, helmet and covered riding shoes. Ensure your bike is safe before heading out. Make sure your brakes work and your tyres are good to go. Also pack enough water and snacks and never ride alone. Grab your friends and family, head to the forest and have fun. Trails vary in difficulty. Green is beginner, blue is intermediate and black is advanced. Currently there are 2 beginner trails and 3 intermediate trails. Take is easy the first few times down a trail till you get comfortable. Please contact the club for any more information via [email protected] or on the clubs facebook page- Kyogle Mountain Bike Club Join the club to support the trail area, gain riding insurance and join us for future social rides and races.