Teachers’ Information Package

Table of Contents

3 Welcome 4 Schools Spectacular 2016 – Dream Big 5 Important Contact Information 6 Website and Information Distribution 7 Information – Combined Dance 8 Rehearsals – Combined Dance 9 Information – Combined Choir 11 Rehearsals – Combined Choir 12 Major Combined Rehearsals 14 Dress Rehearsal and Performance Schedules 16 Information – Production Team 17 Travel Subsidy Information 18 Travel Subsidy and Distance Bands 19 Ticketing 20 Security 21 Information Regarding Other Forms 22 Participating Schools, Ensembles and Staff 34 Checklist 35 Deed of Consent Information 36 Deed of Consent 37 Behaviour Code for Students 38 Principal Confirmation Form

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 2 Welcome

Welcome to the 2016 Schools Spectacular, DREAM BIG!

Congratulations on your successful application to be a part of the show this year along with many other schools from right across the state.

The Schools Spectacular is a world-class arena production and the largest annual event of its calibre anywhere in – and arguably the world. From its ability to produce national and international stars, to its role in promoting inclusiveness and reconciliation, the Schools Spectacular has no peer.

A show the size and scale of the Schools Spectacular would not be possible without the vital role played by you, our dedicated public school teachers. It is you, the teachers from schools participating in the show, working alongside our talented production and creative teams that allow us to achieve the vision of the Schools Spectacular: to present a unique performance project showcasing public school excellence – involving thousands of students supported by outstanding teachers.

Your work allows students to develop and display their passion, creativity, ability and talents as musicians, dancers, vocalists and entertainers to the Australian public and entertainment industry. It also serves to provide a vehicle for students to experience the thrill of performing in front of large audiences both live in the arena and in living rooms around the nation, and the joy of involvement in the performing arts. Hopefully you are also invigorated through the experience.

Congratulations again on your involvement. We hope you enjoy the journey of being a part of the 2016 Schools Spectacular.

Jane Simmons Sonja Sjolander Executive Producer Creative Director Schools Spectacular Schools Spectacular

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 3 2016 Schools Spectacular ‘Dream Big’

The Schools Spectacular is a huge logistical and creative extravaganza. As such it requires a massive amount of organisation and planning. Please take the time to read through this Teachers’ Information Booklet carefully.

A significant change for this year’s show is our 2016 venue ‘Qudos Bank Arena’ at Olympic Park.

This booklet has been updated with information regarding the new venue and additional changes for 2016 and it is important to familiarise yourself with all relevant information contained within it.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 4 Important Contact Information

The primary point of contact for all teachers is Peter Hayward, Operations Manager – [email protected] . Email is the most efficient and reliable means of contact.

If you need to directly contact individual coordinators, please refer to the list below.

Title Name Phone Email

Executive Producer Jane Simmons Director, Arts, Sports and Rosemary Davis Initiatives Creative Director Sonja Sjolander 8512 1174 [email protected]

Producer Richard Spiewak 8512 1191 [email protected]

Operations Manager Peter Hayward 8512 1190 [email protected]

Production Assistant Julijana Antelmi 8512 1194 [email protected]

Music Director Stephen Williams 8512 1186 [email protected]

Music Producer (to 26/8) Peter McVie 8512 1193 [email protected]

R/Music Producer (from 29/8) Peter Copeland 8512 1193 [email protected]

Choral Director Ian Jefferson 8512 1181 [email protected]

Dance Director - Primary Kirsten Dickason 8512 1178 [email protected]

Dance Director - Secondary Sue Rix 8512 1179 [email protected]

Postal Address Location Address

The Arts Unit The Arts Unit Locked Bag 3003 Cnr. The Boulevarde and Toothill St SUMMER HILL NSW 2130 LEWISHAM NSW 2049

Arts Unit Fax: (02) 9569 6878

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Email Communication

Email is a vital method of communication for the Schools Spectacular Team and is the main way that all information will be distributed. Please make sure we have the most up to date email address for you and remember to check it often as information may change right up until the last minute.

Emails will be sent regularly with updated information regarding important dates and deadlines. All information packages will be available for download via the regular emails. Hard copies of the packages will not be sent out to schools.

Schools Spectacular Website

The Schools Spectacular website, www.schoolsspectacular.com.au, is the site to direct parents and members of the general public to for information about the show as well as information regarding purchasing individual tickets.

Teachers, students and members of school communities are encouraged to visit the website and keep up to day with all the news of this year’s show!

Schools Spectacular Social Media

The Schools Spectacular Facebook page has gone from strength to strength over the past few years and now has over 22,000 likes!

This page will allow everyone to follow what’s happening in the lead up to Spec with key activities and updates from rehearsals. You will also gain an insight into what goes on behind the scenes and find out information on ticketing and promotions.

Check it out at www.facebook.com/schoolsspectacular. We want as many people to ‘like’ Schools Spectacular on Facebook as possible so we can continue to spread the word about this fantastic event! Between our Teachers Meeting and the show last year our ‘Likes’ increased over 100%! Let’s try and do the same this year!

The Schools Spectacular is also active on Twitter (@SchoolsSpec) and Instagram (schoolsspectacular, #Spec16), so make sure you stay across the activity on all of our social channels.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 6 Information – Combined Dance Including Combined Dance, Aboriginal Dance Ensemble, D’Arts Dance Ensemble and B-Boys Dance Ensemble

General Rehearsal Information

. There will be three to five dance rehearsals as well as the major combined dance rehearsals for your segment (if the rehearsals are in school time, schools are to provide relief). Please check the Dance Rehearsal schedule carefully to ensure you are aware of all rehearsals you need to attend. . Any rehearsals scheduled for Wednesday 23 November are compulsory for all schools - both metropolitan and non-metropolitan, as are all rehearsals and performances on Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Saturday 26 November. . You must adhere strictly to the numbers that you have been allocated. In some cases it may be necessary to have a reserve in case of injury or illness. . Choreographic copyright – please seek permission from the choreographer if you wish to use the piece at other times, such as school concerts.

Music

• Dance Rehearsal Tracks are recorded to assist teachers in preparation of dance items in the show. • Musical arrangements will have the same form and feel as the tracks. Be aware that the live performance will never be an exact replication of the recorded version. • All tracks will be distributed electronically – we will not be creating CD versions in 2016.

Costumes

• Kirsten Dickason (Primary) and Sue Rix (Secondary), as part of their role as Dance Directors, will oversee the design elements and costume coordination of this year’s show. • They will liaise between the choreographer and the school contact teacher to ensure that all schools have the correct information in a timely fashion. • The costume information will be communicated to the contact teacher of the school. • Schools are responsible for payment for their allocated costumes. • Every effort will be made to keep costume costs to a minimum and, where appropriate, options will be provided. • Schools with costume concerns should contact Kirsten or Sue via email.

Finale

• A YouTube teaching video of the finale will be available from the start of Term 4. Schools will need to learn the choreography by the First Combined Rehearsal. Choreography for the finale will NOT be taught on this day. • A Finale Pack will be given to you prior to the First Combined Rehearsal. This pack will include information about placement on the arena. • Please make sure you familiarise yourself and your students with your school’s placement, entrance and exits.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 7 Rehearsals – Combined Dance Including Combined Dance, Aboriginal Dance Ensemble and Boys Hip Hop Ensemble

NOTE: For information regarding the final rehearsals and performances on Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Saturday 26 November, please refer to pages 14-15.

All Dance Groups

Rehearsal Date Location Time

First Combined Monday 31 October Qudos Bank Arena Times TBC Dance Rehearsal

Second Combined Wednesday 23 and Qudos Bank Arena Times TBC Dance Rehearsal Thursday 24 November

Please refer to page 13-14 for further information about these rehearsals.

For all other Dance Rehearsals, please refer to the separate Dance Rehearsal Package.

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General Information

. In 2016 the size of the choir has been increased to give more schools the opportunity of being involved. . Within the choir, schools are allocated places according to musical balance and seating constraints, and to ensure balanced vocal parts. . Any queries regarding the choir should be directed to Ian Jefferson, Choral Director.

Music

. Choir music will be available at the end of Term 3. Students and staff should bring printed copies of their music to all rehearsals. . Recordings of each of the choir parts are created to assist teachers in preparation of their choirs. Choir teachers will be contacted about the distribution of these recordings later in Term 3. . Choir Teachers will also receive the link to download the Dance Rehearsal Tracks along with their Teachers Information Pack. This will give teachers and students a sense of the music in context. . Musical arrangements will have the same form and feel as the Dance tracks. Be aware that the live performance will never be an exact replication of the recorded version.

Choir Position

• The choir will occupy the entire surrounding back tiered area of the arena. • They will be visible at all times and as such will be very active performers throughout the show. • Each choir member will have a choir props kit that is specific to their seat allocation. • Seat positions cannot be changed once allocated. • The choir is split into three sections, which are based on the levels of seating: 1. SECONDARY CONCOURSE CHOIR involves all secondary students in the choir. This choir will be positioned in the centre of the lower and middle levels of seating at the Arena. 2. PRIMARY CONCOURSE CHOIR is one of two primary choir sections. This choir will be positioned on either side of the Secondary Concourse Choir in the lower and middle levels of seating at the Arena. 3. PRIMARY ARENA CHOIR is the other of the two primary choir sections. This choir will be seated in the upper level of seating at the Arena. In addition, the Primary Arena Choir will participate in a short item on the Arena Floor.

Numbers

. Please adhere strictly to the numbers you have been allocated. Do not bring extra students as it is very disappointing for them when they cannot be accommodated. . If, as the show approaches, you know you will not meet the allocated number, please contact Choir Manager Lynne Halpin via email at [email protected] so that other students or schools who are currently on reserve lists may be given the opportunity to perform. . Teachers are required to sit and sing with students, and wear choir costume. Teachers attending with the choir will need to be consistent so as to ensure continuity of performance quality.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 9 Choir Rehearsals

. All metropolitan choirs are required to attend all combined choir rehearsals for their section. . Choirs from close non-metropolitan areas should attend if possible. . All choir members MUST attend the final rehearsal on Wednesday 23 November, the full dress rehearsal on Thursday 24 November and each performance. . PLEASE NOTE: It is likely that students in some sections will be asked to arrive at Qudos Bank Arena by 7:30am on Thursday 24 November. Please plan accordingly. More information regarding this timing will be available on Monday 7 November when the Final Information Pack is distributed. . At all rehearsal venues it is advisable that students bring their own drinks, snacks and lunch with them. . Facilities, if available, are limited at all rehearsal venues.

What to Bring to Qudos Bank Arena

. Please encourage students to leave valuables at home, and to keep money in a small purse that can be carried in a pocket. . There will be limited space in the seating area for bags and belongings. Students will need to limit what they bring to the Arena on rehearsal and performance days.

Costume and Props

. The choir costume for 2016 is a white, long-sleeved Schools Spectacular Choir Shirt, with black pants, black shoes and black socks for ALL SECTIONS of the choir. . The Schools Spectacular Choir Shirts will need to be ordered via a link sent out prior to the Teachers’ Meeting. It is not possible to substitute the Schools Spectacular shirts with alternative shirts. . There will be a cost of $50 (ex GST) per student for a costume and prop pack. This cost includes the cost of the Schools Spectacular Choir Shirt as well as a back of prop items that will be utilised during the show. Payment for this pack will be direct debited from schools later this year.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 10 Rehearsals – Combined Choir

NOTE: For information regarding the final rehearsals and performances on Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Saturday 26 November, please refer to pages 14-15.

Rehearsal Venue Details

Venue Address Cnr. Edwin Flack Ave and Olympic Bouldvard Qudos Bank Arena

Olympic Boulevard Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre Sydney Olympic Park

Secondary Concourse Choir

Date Location

Thursday 20 October Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Wednesday 16 November Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Wednesday 23 November Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre Compulsory for ALL 7:30am – 4:00pm (also known as State Sports Centre) schools

Primary Concourse Choir

Date Location

Thursday 3 November Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Wednesday 9 November Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Wednesday 23 November Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre Compulsory for ALL 7:30am – 4:00pm (also known as State Sports Centre) schools

Primary Arena Choir

Date Location

Wednesday 2 November Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Tuesday 8 November Compulsory for Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 3:00pm Metropolitan schools

Wednesday 23 November Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre Compulsory for ALL 7:30am – 4:00pm (also known as State Sports Centre) schools

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 11 Major Combined Rehearsals

First Combined Rehearsal Monday 31 October Qudos Bank Arena

Information regarding the First Combined Dance Rehearsal at Qudos Bank Arena including scheduling will be emailed to you on Monday 10 October.

ALL METROPOLITAN SCHOOL GROUPS in Combined Dance and D’Arts Dance Ensemble should be prepared to attend this rehearsal from 8.30am - 4.30pm. All metropolitan school groups will need to be present for the Finale Rehearsal which will occur between 11:00am – 1:30pm.

The Aboriginal Dance Ensemble item and B’Boys Dance Ensemble item will not be rehearsed on this day, but students involved in these elements are welcome to attend, with an accompanying teacher, to participate in the finale rehearsal.

Arrival Procedure . Teachers need to sign-on at the registration desk on arrival, entering through the Northern Foyer. This is the only access point for schools on this day. The Northern Foyer is on the Edwin Flack Avenue side of the Qudos Bank Arena (corner of the building). . Other access procedures will be made available to teachers in the First Combined Dance Rehearsal Information Package. . School groups will be allocated a section of the seating in the Arena for their time on this day. School groups should stay in their allocated seating at all times to allow easy communication between teachers and choreographers.

Segment Rehearsal . Your group must be changed into suitable rehearsal clothes and be waiting ready to rehearse 30 minutes prior to the time indicated on the schedule. . Note that dressing rooms are not available for use at this rehearsal. . Some groups may be required to rehearse in a large rehearsal space before their rehearsal on the main arena floor. Please check the schedule carefully once it is sent to you in October. . Listen carefully to all announcements regarding rehearsals as changes may occur at any time.

The Finale . The finale rehearsal will take place in the middle of the day’s schedule. All school groups are expected to attend the finale rehearsal even if their group’s segment is not scheduled to rehearse on this day. . It is anticipated that all information for the finale will be distributed prior to the First Combined Dance Rehearsal. Please read the finale information well in advance of your scheduled rehearsal time so that your students are aware of their entrance/exit points. . For the finale rehearsal on this day, your students must be in their Schools Spectacular T-Shirt, which will be sent to your school in the weeks preceding this rehearsal.

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Other Information . There will not be any formal lunch breaks during the rehearsal schedule. Students and teachers are asked to bring snacks, lunch and a drink with them. Each year we have piles of rubbish to pick up in the seating area. Please make sure that ALL RUBBISH IS REMOVED BY YOUR STUDENTS! . Please ensure that students do not sit or move past the walkway crossover level into the second seating tier of the venue

Duty of Care Issues . Teachers are responsible for their students at all times, both inside and outside the venue. . Please ensure that students conduct themselves appropriately at all times and are not left waiting on their own for parents or guardians to collect them after rehearsals and performances. . Teachers must ensure that they adhere to the NSW Department of Education Guidelines as to the safety and treatment of students. . Teachers should ensure they have familiarised themselves with the NSW Department of Education’s excursions policy and have completed appropriate risk management procedures necessary for these excursions.

Second Combined Rehearsal Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 November Qudos Bank Arena

The Second Combined Rehearsal is the first and only opportunity for students to rehearse with the Orchestra, Stage Band and Featured Vocalists.

ALL SCHOOL GROUPS in the categories of Combined Dance, Aboriginal Dance Ensemble, D’Arts Ensemble and Boys Hip Hop Ensemble are required to attend this rehearsal. All schools in the Combined Choir will also be involved in this rehearsal on Thursday.

The rehearsal will be split over two days:

1:00pm – 8:00pm Wednesday 23 November 8:00am – 12:30pm Thursday 24 November

A schedule for this rehearsal will be distributed by Monday 7 November outlining the exact times your group is needed. ALL GROUPS must be present for the Finale rehearsal which will take place at approximately 11:00am on Thursday 24 November.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to give an indication of rehearsal times on these days prior to Monday 7 November. Schools should be prepared to be at Qudos Bank Arena from 1:00pm on Wednesday 23 November until otherwise advised.

There are rehearsals for some allocated groups in a large rehearsal space on-site followed by rehearsals on the main arena floor.

All rehearsals over these two days will be FULL DRESS REHEARSALS. Please ensure all costumes are brought to this rehearsal.

Final organisation information for this rehearsal will be emailed to you on Monday 7 November.

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Schedules

This information is for ALL PERFORMERS

Please note the finalised schedules for the following days will be emailed to you on Monday 7 November.

Full Dress Rehearsal Thursday 24 November – Qudos Bank Arena

Time Activity

8:00am – 11:00am Second Combined Rehearsal Continues (see p13 for information)

Finale Rehearsal 11:00am (approximately) ALL SCHOOLS ARE REQUIRED AT THIS REHEARSAL 12:30pm Rehearsal Concludes – Lunch Break

1:00pm - 1:15pm Performers Return

2:00pm Full Dress Rehearsal

6:30pm (approximately) Rehearsal Concludes

7:00pm (approximately) Finish

Preview and Evening Performance Friday 25 November – Qudos Bank Arena

Time Activity

9:30am – 10:00am Arrival of Performers

11:00am Preview Performance

2:00pm – 6:00pm Break

6:00pm – 6:30pm Arrival of Performers

7:30pm Evening Performance

10:30pm (approximately) Finish

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 14 Matinee and Evening Performance Saturday 26 November – Qudos Bank Arena

Time Activity

11:30am – 12:00pm Arrival of Performers

1:00pm Matinee Performance

4:00pm – 5:30pm Break

5:30pm – 6:00pm Arrival of Performers

7:00pm Evening Performance

10:00pm (approximately) Finish

PLEASE NOTE: All schedules above are subject to change depending on the Final Production Schedule. We ask you to be flexible and understanding regarding these days.

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Information – Production Team

Staff who have been selected for the Production Team are required for the following dates and times:

Date Location Reason

Wednesday 23 November Second Combined Qudos Bank Arena 9:00am – 8:00pm Rehearsal

Second Combined Thursday 24 November Qudos Bank Arena Rehearsal and Full Dress 7:00am – 8:00pm Rehearsal

Friday 25 November Qudos Bank Arena Performances 9:00am – 11:00pm

Saturday 26 November Qudos Bank Arena Performances 11:00am – 11:00pm

Some members of the Production Team may also be asked to attend the First Combined Rehearsal on Monday 31 October.

Please note if you are also responsible for a school group in the show you must organise another staff member to supervise your group at all times.

If you have any enquiries regarding the Production Team please contact Peter Hayward.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 16 Travel Subsidy Information

Travel Subsidy Online Form due: Friday 2 September A travel subsidy is available to assist students travelling further than 100km from their school in order to take part in the 2016 Schools Spectacular.

A formula has been developed based upon a six band kilometre radius from Sydney to utilise travel subsidy funds in the most equitable manner. The subsidy amount paid is not influenced by the road distance, actual costs, or means of transport and is a one off payment for each student.

How to claim a subsidy

To claim a travel subsidy for school groups, you will need to complete an online application form by Friday 2 September. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

A link to this online application form will be sent out by Peter Hayward in the coming weeks.

Numbers of performers per school have been strictly allocated and cannot be increased under any circumstances.

Once Travel Subsidy forms are processed, the subsidy will be paid to the school by direct deposit later this year.

The details on the form must be completed accurately and fully. If the form is not completed correctly it may result in delays in processing.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 17 Travel Subsidy and Distance Bands

Base Subsidy per Band Distance performer

Band 1 Schools within 100km of Qudos Bank Arena No subsidy available

Band 2 Schools more than 100km, but less than 200km from Sydney $6.00 (excl. GST)

Band 3 Schools more than 200km, but less than 300km from Sydney $12.00 (excl. GST)

Band 4 Schools more than 300km, but less than 400km from Sydney $17.00 (excl. GST)

Band 5 Schools more than 400km, but less than 500km from Sydney $23.00 (excl. GST)

Band 6 Schools more than 500km from Sydney $38.00 (excl. GST)

Approximate Band Indication

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Ticketing

Complimentary Tickets

Online Form due Friday 16 September One coordinating teacher from each school group is eligible to receive two complimentary tickets to the Friday Evening performance. Teachers must apply online for Complimentary Tickets. They are NOT automatically sent to the school. Principals and members of the production team will be contacted directly regarding their complimentary tickets – the online form is only for COORDINATING TEACHERS.

Please note, all complimentary tickets are for the Friday Evening (7.30pm) Performance ONLY.

To receive these tickets, coordinating teachers must complete the online complimentary ticket form no later than Friday 16 September 2016. A link to this form will be sent out via email in the coming weeks. Tickets will then be sent to your school.

School Bookings

A group ticket order form was sent to all schools in early May. Additional forms may be downloaded from the Schools Spectacular website by visiting www.schoolsspectacular.com.au/schools-tickets. Schools have a priority booking period for three weeks, however this form is still able to be used to order group tickets until Friday 21 October or until sold out. This ticket form is to be sent to the Ticketek address on the order form. Note that the orders are processed in order of receipt of the cheque and NOT the date the form was faxed or emailed. Please do not send these forms and cheques to The Arts Unit.

Helping to promote the show is the responsibility of everyone who is involved. Please encourage family, friends and all members of the school community to book early using the group ticket order form.

Preview Performance

Tickets to the Schools Preview Performance are available by using the preview booking form. Schools receive one complimentary ticket for supervising teachers per fifteen paying students. Complimentary teachers tickets are calculated per full group of 15 (e.g. 12 students = 0 complimentary tickets, 16 students = 1 complimentary ticket, 30 students = 2 complimentary tickets). These forms must also be sent directly to the address on the form and extra forms may be downloaded from The Arts Unit website.

Public Bookings

Tickets may also be purchased directly through Ticketek. Tickets have been on sale to the general public since Tuesday 14 June. This year, the preview performance will also be on limited sale to the public.

PLEASE NOTE: STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE SHOW DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE A TICKET

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 19 Security

Security at the Schools Spectacular is a high priority and requires cooperation from all involved with the show. Whilst every endeavour is made to minimise inconvenience to the staff and students during the event, the security team at the show are expected to maintain a secure environment.

All teachers and helpers are given security passes to gain access to the Qantas Credit Union Arena and backstage areas. Each school group is allowed a maximum of two helpers. Security passes MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES whilst in the centre. Failure to do so backstage may result in a request to leave.

All students must be security stamped at the door on first arrival, and will be checked for the stamp periodically.

On first arrival at the venue, teachers accompanying groups are required to register at the sign-in desk and hand in a list of the students in attendance.

Teachers then collect their information and security passes BEFORE bringing their students through the student entry nearby. Security will check passes of teachers and helpers and stamp the hands of the students. Please remember, THE ONLY ACCESS FOR SCHOOLS is through the PERFORMERS ENTRY near Gate F.

Students must keep their bags in their possession at all times or have them in the designated area or they may be removed.

It is not necessary to have a Security Pass Form or Photo as it has been in previous years. Security passess will be allocated on arrival during Show Week at Qudos Bank Arena.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 20 Information Regarding Other Forms

Deed of Consent

The Deed of Consent was distributed in Update Email #5 on Monday 8 August. It can also be found on page 36 of this booklet. Contact teachers must have these completed by parents/guardians of all performers as well as all staff and volunteers involved in the show and returned to the nominated Schools Spectacular Co-ordinator from each school. These forms should be filed and kept at your school for future reference if required. DO NOT SEND THEM TO THE ARTS UNIT.

When distributing this form to your students, you MUST also include a copy of the Behaviour Code for Students, which is located on page 37 of this booklet.

Principal Confirmation Form due Friday 2 September

In 2016, School Principals must sign off that every student in each participating group and each staff member involved from their school has returned a completed Deed of Consent. Teachers should ensure that their principals have completed the Principal Confirmation Form on page 38 of this booklet (also distributed in Update Email #5) and that it is returned by Friday 2 September. Failure to return this form may jeopardise your school’s involvement in Schools Spectacular 2016.

On this form, Principals are also required to sign off that all supervising adults (including volunteer parent or community helpers) have completed all necessary Working With Children Check documentation in accordance with the NSW DEC Working With Children Check policy. This can be found at https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/policies/student_serv/child_protection/work_child/PD20050264_i.shtml? level=Schools (DEC Intranet Only)

T Shirt Orders

Every student in the show is entitled to one complimentary Schools Spectacular T-Shirt and each school group is entitled to one complimentary Teacher T-Shirt. Additional T-Shirts ordered beyond your allocated complimentary amount will be direct debited to your school later in the year at a cost of $12 (ex GST) per shirt.

Please go to the link below to order your shirts for this year’s show. www.unisondesigns.com.au/schools As these shirts will be ordered direct from the supplier, please take care that you double check your numbers and sizes before you press submit. Unlike previous years, we will not be in a position to modify orders later in the process. Information regarding sizes available are available from the site at the link above.

As we have started this process a little later than normal, we will extend the closing date for T-Shirt Orders to Wednesday 31 August. Please ensure you have submitted your order by this date.

PLEASE NOTE: Production Team Polo shirts will be ordered through a separate process and those people entitled to these shirts will be contacted directly. Members of the Production, Dance and Music Teams are not required to order a Schools Spectacular T-Shirt.

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 21 Participating Schools, Ensembles and Staff

Databases are constantly updated and published for all those involved in the production of the show. It is crucial that the information you have provided is accurate, both for the purposes of expedient contact and for publishing in the program. Please check the following list of participating schools, ensembles and staff. If there are errors or omissions, please advise Jules Antelmi ([email protected]) by Friday 2 September

Please note due to space limitations in the program, we are only able to list one teacher per participating group.

School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Albion Park High School Rebecca Keen Combined Choir Albion Park High School Craig Hughes Production Team High School Kelly McGuinness Production Team Alstonville Public School Caroline Harris Production Team Armidale City Public School Sue Kelly Combined Choir Judith Armidale City Public School Dooley Production Team (Judy) Louise Drielsma Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Arts Alive Combined Schools Choir Killarney - Annie Woods Combined Choir PRIMARY Arts Alive Combined Schools Choir Killarney - Annie Woods Combined Choir SECONDARY Arts Alive Combined Schools Choir Pennant Julie Anne Stevens Combined Choir Hills - PRIMARY Arts Alive Combined Schools Choir Pennant Julie Anne Stevens Combined Choir Hills - SECONDARY Ashbury Public School Eleanor Bayndrian Combined Choir Ashfield Boys High School Dimitra Markou Combined Choir Ashfield Boys High School Dimitra Markou Production Team Asquith Girls High School Louise Lander Combined Choir Avalon Public School Anne Henderson Combined Dance Balgowlah North Public School Margaret Malar Combined Choir Balgowlah North Public School Auton Combined Dance Balranald Central School Carmen Woods Combined Choir Bangor Public School Catherine Owens Combined Choir Bathurst Public School Sharon Cafe Combined Choir Baulkham Hills North Public School Carolyn Armstrong Combined Choir Beckom Public School Matthew Rose Combined Choir Bellevue Hill Public School Kara Schembri Combined Dance Bemboka Public School Leonie Stevenson Combined Choir Ben Venue Public School Sally Spillane Combined Choir Berala Public School Colleen Hayward Production Team Berinba Public School Louise Armour Combined Choir

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 22 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Bilgola Plateau Public School Rhonda Mawer Combined Choir Birchgrove Public School Kaylee Carroll Combined Dance Blairmount Public School Tamara Pollock Combined Choir Blairmount Public School Renee Heyburgh Combined Dance Judith Jacobsen Combined Dance Blaxland East Public School Laura Morris Production Team Chevonne Chivas Combined Dance Blaxland High School Rebecca Holmes Production Team Blayney High School Jayne Evans Production Team Bletchington Public School Elise Neilson Combined Choir Bletchington Public School Rebecca White Combined Dance Bondi Beach Public School Phan Ryan Combined Choir Bondi Beach Public School Rebecca Devine Combined Dance Bondi Beach Public School Katelyn Boshell Combined Dance Bondi Beach Public School Katelyn Boshell Dance Team Bondi Beach Public School Rebecca Devine Dance Team Bonnet Bay Public School Janelle Turner Combined Choir Bonnyrigg High School Joanne Gilmour Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Bonnyrigg High School Joanne Gilmour Combined Dance Bonnyrigg High School Joanne Gilmour Production Team Bonnyrigg High School Zoe Van Munster Production Team High School Ebony Ulbrand Combined Dance Bowraville Central School Lynden Briggs Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Bowraville Central School Lynden Briggs Combined Dance Broderick Gillawarna School Lisa Grenfell D'Arts Ensemble Burraneer Bay Public School Laura Barry Combined Dance Burwood Girls High School Carly Walsh Combined Dance Burwood Public School Danielle Wayman Combined Dance Burwood Public School Danielle Wayman Combined Dance Busby West Public School Gyatri Pillai D'Arts Ensemble Cabramatta Public School Thilini Attanayake Combined Dance Calare Public School Maxine Thompson Combined Choir Calare Public School Hayley Keed Combined Dance Wallsend Campus Kirbi Masters Combined Dance Cambridge Park High School Vanessa Bernays Combined Choir Cambridge Park Public School Neil Bourke Production Team High School Anthony McGirr Combined Choir Campbelltown Performing Arts High School Cindy Prpic Combined Choir Campbelltown Performing Arts High School Louise Leary Combined Dance Campbelltown Public School Rebecca Parker-Eyles Combined Choir

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 23 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Canobolas Rural Technology High School Lauren ALDRICK Combined Choir Canobolas Rural Technology High School Lauren Aldrick Production Team Canterbury Girls High School Louise Flannery Combined Choir Canterbury Girls High School Kellie Reed Combined Dance Dawn Northey Combined Dance Caringbah Public School Judy Davis Combined Dance Agnes Chan Combined Choir Carlingford West Public School Robyn Storey Production Team Casino Public School Wendy King Combined Choir Casino Public School Wendy King Combined Dance Judy Leeds-Roberts Combined Dance CCWC Puppeteers Jenny Coburn Featured Ensemble Nimrod Jacob D'Arts Ensemble Kerrie Roberts Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Chalmers Road School Karyn Tzapu D'Arts Ensemble Chatswood Public School Bronwyn Edler Combined Choir Cherrybrook Technology High School Lisa Holt Combined Dance High School Christina Mateus Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Cobar High School Amie Hill Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Cobar High School Amie Hill Combined Dance Coffs Harbour Senior College Melissa Croucher Production Team Collarenebri Central School Molly Moyes Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Kate Gray Combined Dance Colo High School Patrick Ebsworth Production Team Como West Public School Erin Dwyer Combined Dance Concord High School Daniel Shaw Combined Choir Condell Park Public School Kara Thomas Combined Dance Cowra High School Beatrice Murray Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Cowra High School Alison Buckley Combined Dance Cowra Public School Deborah Cobcroft Combined Dance Crescent Head Public School Peta Harris Combined Choir Crestwood Public School Kerrie Pennell Combined Dance Cromer Public School Jillian Bradford Combined Choir Cromer Public School Alison Quinn Combined Dance Cromer Public School Denise Jeffery D'Arts Ensemble Angela Hofman Combined Dance Cronulla Public School Lizzy Grdovic Combined Dance Cronulla South Public School Michelle Waring Combined Dance Crookwell Public School Kirstie O'Neill Combined Choir Croydon Park Public School Eliza Judd Combined Dance

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 24 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Croydon Park Public School Terri Burnet Production Team Curl Curl North Public School Karen Auton Combined Dance Currans Hill Public School Michelle Grenfell Combined Choir Currans Hill Public School Megan Heath Combined Dance Currans Hill Public School Natalie Balcon Combined Dance Darlington Public School Georgina Andrews Combined Choir Darlington Public School Sahya Saheki Combined Dance Davidson High School Melanie Gibb Combined Dance Denison College of Secondary Education Jenelle Starkey Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Denison College of Secondary Education Hanna Parker Combined Dance Kelso High Campus Dorrigo High School Beth Richards Combined Choir Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design Suzanne Karamitsos Combined Dance Hilary Pearson Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Duval High School Hilary Pearson Combined Choir Duval High School Hilary Pearson Combined Dance East Hills Girls Technology High School Naomi Jenkins Aboriginal Dance Ensemble East Hills Girls Technology High School Naomi Jenkins Combined Dance Ann- East Hills Public School Hickman Combined Dance Maree Eglinton Public School Peter Hanlon Combined Choir Eglinton Public School Cheryl Owens Combined Dance Emma Carusi Combined Dance Elizabeth Macarthur High School Kristy Pugliano Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Elizabeth Macarthur High School Atalya Masi Combined Choir Elizabeth Macarthur High School Courtney Brown Combined Dance Endeavour Sports High School Ashleigh Costa Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Endeavour Sports High School Ashleigh Costa Combined Dance Vanessa Barrow Combined Dance Engadine High School Diane Slater D'Arts Ensemble Epping West Public School Liz Robinson Combined Choir Ettalong Public School Merran Hansford Combined Choir Eugowra Public School Cath Adams Combined Choir Eureka Public School Michael Coleman Production Team Eureka Public School Georgia Laddin Production Team Evans High School Sarah Baldwin Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Excelsior Public School catherine cherlin Combined Choir Excelsior Public School Tina Carter Production Team Bec Condino Combined Dance Floraville Public School Nathan Faulkner Combined Choir Forbes High School Lauren Jordan D'Arts Ensemble

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 25 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Forest Lodge Public School Penny REES Combined Choir Forestville Public School Emma Hunt Combined Choir Forestville Public School Katy Costa Combined Dance Forster Public School Laura Chapple Combined Dance Matthew Manchester Combined Choir Freemans Reach Public School Lee Cain Combined Dance Gadara School Liz Rose D'Arts Ensemble George Bass School Frances De-Bourbon D'Arts Ensemble Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus Mardi Crammond Combined Dance Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus Mardi Crammond D'Arts Ensemble Georges River College Peakhurst Campus Mardi Crammond Combined Dance Georges River College Penshurst Girls Campus David Reidy Combined Choir Glenfield Education Office Glenda Rowan Production Team Glenfield Park School louise stiller D'Arts Ensemble Glenmore Park High School Barb Brazewell Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Glenmore Park High School Tanya Coelho Combined Choir Glenmore Park High School Kim Hebblewhite Production Team Glenwood High School Corrine Jones Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Gloucester Public School Mirabai Carruthers Combined Choir Goodooga Central School Emily Menz Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Gorokan Public School Karen Morrow Combined Choir Governor Philip King Public School Bianca Malpass Combined Dance Grafton High School Rayleen Mills Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Granville Boys High School julie Olzomer Combined Choir Granville South Creative and Performing Arts Tony Woollams Production Team High School Grays Point Public School Janeen Dargaville Combined Choir Grays Point Public School Margaret Tasker Combined Dance Tuncurry Senior Campus Leisa Beavis Combined Dance Greenwich Public School Jenni Bittar Production Team Wendie- Greystanes Public School Neill Combined Choir Rose Greystanes Public School Vincent Filpi Production Team Peter Fordham Production Team Gulargambone Central School Renee Ryan Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Gymea Bay Public School Robyn Beck Combined Dance Gymea Bay Public School Robyn Beck Combined Dance Gymea High School Clare Johnson Combined Dance Hambledon Public School Alicia Kent Combined Choir Hampden Park Public School Veronica Castelo Espares D'Arts Ensemble Harbord Public School Alice Dalgleish Combined Choir Harbord Public School Tanya Scicluna Combined Dance SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 26 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Hastings Secondary College Port Macquarie Stewart Heddles Combined Choir Campus Hastings Secondary College Port Macquarie Jacynta Moylan Combined Dance Campus Heathcote Public School Madeline Valenti Combined Choir Heathcote Public School Joanne Booker Combined Dance Hinchinbrook Public School Kelly Malone Combined Dance Peter Calvert Production Team Homebush Public School Greg Blundell Production Team Homebush West Public School Jade Morrison Combined Choir Homebush West Public School Jeff Debnam Production Team Hornsby North Public School Sandra Reeves Combined Dance Hoxton Park Public School Kylie Watts Combined Dance Hoxton Park Public School Kylie Watts Combined Dance Hoxton Park Public School Kylie Watts Dance Team Inverell High School Cath Jeffery Combined Dance Inverell High School Cath Jeffery D'Arts Ensemble James Busby High School Wendy Stewart D'Arts Ensemble Jasper Road Public School CAROLINE HARNEY Combined Dance Matthew Stanger Production Team John Purchase Public School Stephanie Salazar Combined Choir Alison Cronan Production Team Elizabeth Gilbert Combined Dance High School jacki berry Combined Choir Killarney Heights High School Lynda Stephens D'Arts Ensemble Kincumber Public School Donna Judd Production Team Kerrie- Kings Langley Public School Jordan Combined Choir Anne Kings Langley Public School Kat Etchells Combined Dance Kings Langley Public School Rebekah Andrews Production Team Karen Levi Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Kingscliff High School Kurstin Boyd Combined Choir Kingscliff High School Karen Goode Combined Dance Kingscliff Public School Alisha McMahon Production Team Ellie Moroney Combined Choir Kirrawee High School Elyse Nicholson Combined Dance Kitchener Public School Rebecca Munday Production Team Ku-ring-gai High School Danika Martin Combined Dance Kurri Kurri Public School Damien McCabe Production Team Laguna Street Public School Loretta Forest` Combined Choir Laguna Street Public School Katerina Liddle Combined Dance Rebecca Van Den Heuvel Combined Choir

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 27 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Leeton High School Kellie Goman Combined Dance Leeton Public School Suzanne Ryan Combined Choir Leeton Public School Rachel Thomason Combined Dance Leichhardt Public School Dan Smith Combined Choir Les Powell School Gina Wheeler D'Arts Ensemble Lewisham Public School Angie Kairouz Combined Choir Lightning Ridge Central School Emily Menz Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Lithgow Public School Belinda Trounce Combined Choir Liverpool Girls High School Taylor Foster Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Liverpool Girls High School Listy Sunarto Combined Choir Liverpool West Public School Maria Papilos D'Arts Ensemble Loftus Public School Melanie Fielder Combined Dance Lucas Heights Community School Lauren Mazzieri Combined Dance Lugarno Public School Allyson Bartley Combined Dance Amy Stoakes D'Arts Ensemble Maclean High School Alexandra Hickey Combined Choir Manly West Public School Virginia Esparraga Combined Choir Mary Brooksbank School Alana Barnes D'Arts Ensemble Matthew Pearce Public School Priscilla Hull Combined Dance Josephine Spinks Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Menai High School Emma Osborne Combined Dance Mimosa Public School Stephanie Thompson Combined Dance Miranda Public School Jessica Sharp Combined Dance Mitchell High School Dahana Sands Combined Dance Moree Secondary College Carol Ave Campus Cassandra Turnbull Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Lauren Cordingley Combined Dance Jessica Buchhorn Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Mowbray Public School Kirsty Holmes Combined Dance Mudgee Public School Liesel Meers Combined Choir Cecile Lau Combined Choir Mulyan Public School Lisa Cummings Combined Choir Mulyan Public School Kellie Statham Combined Dance Murrumburrah Public School Renee Ford Combined Dance High School Michael Keogh Combined Choir Nambucca Heads High School Matthew Gilbert Production Team Narara Valley High School Brydie McKibbin Combined Dance Narellan Public School Mary Spencer Combined Choir Narrabeen Sports High School Jasmin Burns Combined Dance Narwee Public School Catherine Weedon Combined Choir Narwee Public School Ainsley Cairnduff Production Team

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 28 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Amanda Rudolf Combined Choir School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Allie Gunton Combined Dance School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Allie Gunton Dance Team School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Gabrielle King D'Arts Ensemble School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Rhonda Hughes Featured Ensemble School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Allie Gunton Featured Ensemble School Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High Elizabeth Fabiano Production Team School Neutral Bay Public School Rosie-Jane Stone Combined Choir Neutral Bay Public School Belinda Reid Combined Dance New Office Timothy Munday Production Team New England Regional Choir Rowena Teege Combined Choir Newbridge Heights Public School Kym Muntz Combined Dance Newtown High School of the Performing Arts Sarah Banks Combined Dance North Nowra Public School Greg Lloyd Production Team Secondary College Chris Montgomery Production Team Northern Beaches Secondary College Laura Hawes Combined Choir Northern Beaches Secondary College Desiree DeBono Combined Dance Mackellar Girls Campus Northern Beaches Secondary College Ross Milne Production Team Mackellar Girls Campus Northern Beaches Secondary College Manly Chloe Woodward Combined Dance Selective Campus Northlakes High School Simone Byrnes Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Northmead Creative and Performing Arts High JENNA CULLEN Combined Dance School Northmead Creative and Performing Arts High Rowena Garcia McCabe Production Team School Leigha Poulton Combined Dance NSW Public Schools Junior Dance Company Sue Rix Combined Dance NSW Public Schools Junior Singers Ian Jefferson Combined Choir NSW Public Schools Primary Dance Company Sue Rix Combined Dance NSW Public Schools Senior Dance Company Sue Rix Combined Dance NSW Public Schools Singers Elizabeth Scott Combined Choir NSW Public Schools State Dance Company Sue Rix Combined Dance NSWPS Millennium Marching Band Tess Doyle Featured Ensemble Nulkaba Public School Heather Brockwell Production Team Nyngan High School Heather McVey Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Oakhill Drive Public School Danielle McDonald Combined Dance Oaklands Central School Robyn Bishop Combined Choir

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 29 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Oaklands Central School John Clayton Production Team Oatley Public School Krysia Caldwell Production Team Orange East Public School Amy Copelin-Sweeting Combined Dance Orange Grove Public School Mirella Dimarco Combined Dance Orange High School Rebecca Ford Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Orange High School Brian Irvine Combined Choir Orange High School Shea Atchison Combined Dance Paddington Public School Harriet Muston Combined Choir Padstow Heights Public School Lisa Dwyer Combined Choir Padstow Heights Public School Samantha Wells Combined Dance Padstow Heights Public School Lisa Dwyer Production Team Padstow Park Public School Kay Taylor Combined Choir Padstow Park Public School Lyndall Holden Production Team Parkview Public School Ondria Miller Combined Choir Parramatta Public School Anastacia Isip Combined Choir Passfield Park School Alison Seckold D'Arts Ensemble Peakhurst South Public School Christine Cole Combined Dance Pennant Hills High School Anne Basset Combined Choir Pennant Hills Public School Bridget Dwyer Combined Choir Petersham Public School Mel Coady Combined Dance Picnic Point High School Lisa Gourlay Combined Choir Picnic Point High School Kirralee Mulley Combined Dance Picnic Point High School Vikki Garrett-Meade D'Arts Ensemble Plumpton High School Claire Leihn Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Plumpton High School Carol Sneesby Combined Choir Plumpton High School Ashley Jones Dance Team Sheridan Prestidge Combined Choir Port Hacking High School Casey Hadfield Combined Dance Port Hacking High School Brooke Pappas Production Team Prairievale Public School Jessica Ciocci Combined Dance Pulse Junior Dance Ensemble Clare Henville Combined Dance Pymble Public School Robyn Herbert Combined Choir Quirindi Public School Skye Davis Combined Choir Randwick Girls High School Kylie Fagan Combined Dance Revesby Public School Nyree Cameron Combined Dance Albury Dance Ensemble Junior Melissa Robinson Combined Dance Riverina Albury Dance Ensemble Senior katrina Joss Combined Dance Riverina Central Choir PRIMARY Judy Gollasch Combined Choir Riverina Central Choir SECONDARY Judy Gollasch Combined Choir Riverina Public Schools Choir Holly Rose Combined Choir

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 30 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Riverside Girls High School Tamara Mitchell Combined Dance Karlea Bailey D'Arts Ensemble Robert Townson High School Wendy Williams D'Arts Ensemble Rose Bay Secondary College Edwin Carter D'Arts Ensemble Roseville Public School Jane Antrim Combined Dance Rouse Hill Public School Kimberley Cook Combined Dance Rozelle Public School Rebecca Campisi Combined Choir Rozelle Public School Sepfora Amanatiadis Production Team Rozelle Public School Robert Caggegi Production Team Ruse Public School Jenna Wheatley Combined Choir Ruse Public School Fleur Anderson Combined Dance Ruse Public School Fleur Anderson Production Team Samuel Gilbert Public School Elaine Cater Production Team Samuel Terry Public School Suzanne Shaylor Combined Dance Sarah Redfern High School Letti Inu Kepu D'Arts Ensemble Sarah Redfern Public School Bob McGlinn Combined Dance Schofields Public School Bree Mills Combined Dance Schools Spectacular Core Choir Elizabeth Scott Combined Choir Seaforth Public School Stephanie Mawbey Combined Dance Seven Hills North Public School Glenn Hilly Combined Choir Sir Eric Woodward Memorial School Nicole Leves D'Arts Ensemble South Grafton High School Sarah McCann Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Southern Stars High School Performing Ashley Jones Combined Dance Company Southern Stars Primary Performing Company Ashley Jones Combined Dance Southern Stars Vocal Company Sharon Buikstra Combined Choir St Andrews Public School Bob McGlinn Combined Dance St Andrews Public School Marcelle Baker D'Arts Ensemble St Clair High School Kathryn Whittaker Combined Choir St George School Ana-Lucia Mowle D'Arts Ensemble St Ives Public School Narelle Williams Combined Dance St Marys Senior High School David Clayton Combined Choir St Marys Senior High School Fatima De Assis Production Team Strathfield Girls High School Patricia Fong Combined Choir Strathfield Girls High School Elizabeth Kilazoglou Production Team Sturt Public School Debbie Imrie Combined Choir Summer Hill Public School Rebecca Salter Combined Choir Sutherland North Public School Karen Kinred Combined Dance Sydney North Public Schools Junior Dance Desiree DeBono Combined Dance Ensemble Sydney North Public Schools Senior Ensemble Kim Peade Combined Dance Sylvania Heights Public School Alishia Ray Combined Dance SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 31 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category corinna noble Combined Dance Tallowood School Joylene Le Couteur D'Arts Ensemble Rebecca Sullivan Combined Choir Tamworth High School Chelsea Roulstone Combined Dance Tamworth South Public School Natalie Brown Combined Choir Tamworth South Public School Robyn Inglis Combined Dance Temora High School Kate Slapp Production Team Terranora Public School Peter Piaud Production Team The Hunter Signing Choir Donna Griffith Featured Ensemble The Jannali High School Ellen Clifford Combined Dance Thomas Reddall High School Michelle Collison Combined Choir Toongabbie Public School Jenny Paton Combined Dance Tower Street Public School Joanne Collins Combined Choir Tower Street Public School Wendy Tierney Production Team Trangie Central School Jessica Skinner Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Turramurra Public School Kiralee Strahle Combined Choir Turramurra Public School Elisabeth Freer Production Team Tweed Heads Public School Sophie Cutler Combined Dance Tweed River High School Merran Marriott Combined Dance Ultimo Public School Lee Chang Combined Choir Unanderra Public School Kylie Morgan Production Team Undercliffe Public School Jaimie Davis Combined Dance Valley View Public School nicolle Gadd Combined Choir Vaucluse Public School Kaylie Johnson D'Arts Ensemble Voices of Sydney - SECONDARY Heather Causley Combined Choir Voices of Sydney Darlington PRIMARY Kipi Fifita Combined Choir Voices of Sydney Sutherland PRIMARY Mandy Delore Combined Choir Hope Atkins Production Team Melissa Brown Combined Dance Wagga Wagga High School Kathryn Fisher Dance Team Wagga Wagga High School Chandra Hale Production Team Wahroonga Public School Heidi Piper Combined Choir Walgett Community College - High School Luke Hyatt Aboriginal Dance Ensemble Wallacia Public School Talia Carroll Production Team Wallendbeen Public School Toni Daly Combined Choir Wamberal Public School Lauren Smith Combined Choir Wangee Park School Diane Boyle D'Arts Ensemble Warnervale Public School Renee Howick Combined Dance Wattle Grove Public School Kylie Foreshew Combined Dance Wattle Grove Public School Kylie Foreshew Combined Dance

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 32 School/Group Contact Teacher Name Category Wauchope High School Sarah Rowsell Combined Dance Wauchope High School Sarah Rowsell D'Arts Ensemble Wauchope Public School Cindy Dignum Combined Choir Wauchope Public School James Moodie Production Team Wee Waa High School Jo Horne D'Arts Ensemble Wellington High School Adam Ryan Aboriginal Dance Ensemble West Pennant Hills Public School Dianne Alchin Combined Dance West Wallsend High School Elisabeth Connor Production Team Western Liverpool Community of Schools Donna Beath Combined Dance Ensemble Westfields Sports High School Teresa Ricapito Production Team Westmead Public School Emma Walker Combined Dance Westmead Public School Emma Walker Combined Dance Westmead Public School Mitch Hutchinson Production Team Westmead Public School Haris Kim Production Team William Stimson Public School Allanah Falappi Combined Choir William Stimson Public School Michael Curry Production Team William Stimson Public School Allanah Falappi Production Team Raelene Clifford Combined Choir Winmalee High School Kate Byrnes Combined Dance Wollongong High School of the Performing Fiona Arroyo Combined Choir Arts Wollongong High School of the Performing Chris Richards Combined Dance Arts Wollongong High School of the Performing Brett Lucas Production Team Arts Woolooware Public School Marie Wilson Combined Choir Woolooware Public School Marie Wilson Production Team Woronora River Public School Karen Simula Combined Dance Wyoming Public School Julie Simington Production Team Wyong Public School Alexandra Scotton Combined Choir Wyrallah Road Public School Suzanne Roberts Combined Choir Wyrallah Road Public School Rowena McLaughlin Combined Dance Yarrawarrah Public School Cindy Burton Combined Dance Yass Public School Diane Hickey Combined Choir Yeoval Central School Helen Johnson Combined Choir Yowie Bay Public School Michelle Couloumbis Combined Dance

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 Make sure that the Deed of Consent is completed by ALL parents/guardians of your participating students and ensure your principal signs the Principal Confirmation Form by Friday 2 September  Book transport early for the rehearsals and performances. Check with nearby schools to share buses so as to reduce cost  Book accommodation where necessary  Complete the following online forms:

o Travel Subsidy Form, due Friday 2 September o Complimentary Tickets Form, due Friday 16 September

 Check the database list in this booklet and ensure any amendments are given to Jules Antelmi before Friday 2 September  Organise relief days for rehearsals and performances with your school. Your school is to cover the cost of your relief days  Confirm details of your students’ costumes with Kirsten Dickason, Sue Rix and/or your segment choreographer  Make sure that student medical information at your school is current  Risk Assessment Documents will be available online from Friday 19 August  The First Combined Dance Rehearsal schedule will be emailed on Monday 10 October  The Final Organisation Pack will be emailed on Monday 7 November

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR Teachers Information Package Page | 34 DEED OF CONSENT

All participants in the 2016 Schools Spectacular, as well as all staff and volunteers attending with a school, must submit signed consent forms in order to take part in the event.

Please find following the Deed of Consent for the 2016 Schools Spectacular.

The Deed of Consent for the 2016 Schools Spectacular must be held by the school for groups in the categories of:

. Aboriginal Dance Ensemble . Combined Choir . Combined Dance . D’Arts Ensemble

In addition to this form, a school based permission form that covers the following areas is also required:

. dates/times of event and departure and return to schools if appropriate . cost . mode of transport . supervision arrangements - accompanying staff - staff member with emergency care training/CPR/anaphylaxis training . acknowledgement that medical information provided is correct

These school based forms must be signed by each participant and held by the school. Schools must ensure they are following the NSW Department of Education excursions policy. This can be found at https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/policies/index.shtml.

School Principals must sign off that every student in each participating group from their school has returned a completed Deed of Consent. Teachers should ensure that their principals have completed the Principal Confirmation Form on page 38 of this booklet and that it is returned by Friday 2 September. Failure to return this form may jeopardise your school’s involvement in the 2016 Schools Spectacular.

For Featured Artists, Representative ensembles, Orchestra members, Stage Band members, Core Choir members and VET students, an additional package will be provided by the organising Arts Unit Coordinator, Arts Coordination Officer or his/her delegate.

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DEED OF CONSENT FOR PARTICIPATION, PERSONAL RIGHTS AND BEHAVIOUR Between the State of by its Department of Education (NSW DoE) and the Participant’s Legal Guardian

Student's name: ______(the Participant)

Address: ______

School: ______

Parent contact: ______Telephone:______(if different from above)

I, Parent/Guardian name: ______

1. Declare I am a legal guardian of the Participant and have sought the views of all other legal guardians of the Participant (as may be required by court order) prior to signing this Deed.

Participation 2. Give permission for the Participant to perform in the 2016 Schools Spectacular and to be involved in any and all related activities including: o Rehearsals and promotional activities for the 2016 Schools Spectacular; and o Extension programs including, but not limited to, Ambassador/Mentoring, SpecConnect and World’s Biggest Classroom.

Personal Rights 3. Acknowledge audio and/or visual recording (Recordings) will be made of the Participant's performance in the 2016 Schools Spectacular (including rehearsals and related activities) for purposes including the production of a television program based on the 2016 Schools Spectacular (Program);

4. Hereby assign to NSW DoE on behalf of the Participant the sole and exclusive ownership throughout the world and in perpetuity of all rights, title and interest of every kind and nature (including without limitation copyright and the right to create derivative works based on the Participant’s performance) in the 2016 Schools Spectacular, and waive his/her moral rights in and to the performance and all existing and future works and other copyright matters which arise in any way in connection with the 2016 Schools Spectacular, the Program, the Recordings and Extension programs. To the extent this waiver is not effective and to the extent permitted by law, I consent to any of the acts or omissions of NSW DoE or any person authorised by NSW DoE, including, without limitation, the producer and broadcaster of the Program, which would, but for this agreement, infringe any of the Participants moral rights in relation to all existing and future works and other copyright matter which arise in any way in connection with the 2016 Schools Spectacular, the Program, the Recordings and Extension programs.

5. Authorise the promotion, communication and use of the Recordings and/or the Program and/or still images and/or works, recordings and other materials from the Extension programs associated with the production in whole or part, in any form, manner, or medium (including via the internet) worldwide in perpetuity.

6. Acknowledge that this permission granted extends to the Participant's name, image, voice and biographical material being included in the Recordings and/or the Program and/or still images and/or works, recordings and other materials from the Extension programs associated with the production and used in connection with the Schools Spectacular, the Recordings and/or the Program and any use thereof in any media worldwide, including, without limitation, use by sponsors of the Schools Spectacular, the NSW DoE and any party using the Recordings and/or Programs. I understand this may include, in reasonable circumstances, release of this material to third party organisations.

7. Release the NSW DoE from any and all liability in relation to the use of the Participant’s personal information as described in clause 4 which may otherwise breach the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002.

8. Acknowledge that NSW DoE will not control recording, editing or dissemination of recordings of the Program and may not be able to give credit or acknowledgement to the Participant. I acknowledge that the producer of the Recordings may edit the Recordings at its absolute discretion and that the producer of the Recordings has no obligation to include the Recordings (including any image of the Participant) in the Program.

Behaviour 9. Have read the Behaviour Code for Students and explained them to the Participant. I understand that there will be consequences if the Participant does not abide by these rules. In these cases action will be taken by The Arts Unit and/or the Participant’s school and may include withdrawal from this and future NSW DoE activities.

10. Understand and have explained to the Participant that we are not permitted to create content via social media or the internet that portrays other participants, the Schools Spectacular, the NSW DoE or the producer and broadcaster of the Program in a negative manner. I and the Participant also understand that bullying (including cyber-bullying) or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated and that engaging in any of these behaviours will have significant consequences for the Participant.

11. Acknowledge and have explained to the Participant that we are not permitted to create audio or visual recordings of the 2016 Schools Spectacular or any related activity unless given prior written permission by the Operations Manager, Schools Spectacular.

12. Understand if consent is withheld or withdrawn for any of the above, participation in the Schools Spectacular will not be possible and that media footage and images cannot be withdrawn or altered once they become available to the public.

Signed

Parent/Guardian signature : ______Date: ____ /____ /____

Witness name: ______

Witness signature: ______Date: ____ /____ /____

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BEHAVIOUR CODE FOR STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE ARTS UNIT

The Arts Unit is a specialist unit within the NSW Department of Education that provides a unique range of opportunities across all of the performing and visual arts, including dance, drama, music, visual arts and public speaking and debating to the students and teachers in NSW Public Schools.

We actively encourage students to participate in learning and to aspire and strive to achieve the highest standards of learning in the arts and literacy.

1. Statement The Behaviour Code for Students participating in programs, events or activities conducted by The Arts Unit provides a clear statement of expectations of students by NSW Public Schools.

2. Relevance The Behaviour Code for Students applies to students enrolled in NSW Public Schools, who are selected or nominate to participate in arts- based programs, events or activities in respect to their behaviour whilst participating in such programs, events or activities conducted by or for NSW Public Schools.

The Behaviour Code for Students has been developed as a means of ensuring the safety of ALL students who participate in arts-based programs. Students must comply with the Behaviour Code for Students at all times whilst participating in the arts-based activity. Participation in arts-based activities is not mandatory for students in government schools, and a student who is unwilling to agree to comply with the Behaviour Code for Students will not be approved to participate in the arts-based activity.

3. Definition ‘Student’ means any students enrolled in a NSW public school participating in programs, events or activities coordinated by The Arts Unit, including the Schools Spectacular.

BEHAVIOUR CODE FOR STUDENTS IN NSW PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Students participating in programs, events or activities conducted by The Arts Unit will adhere to the Behaviour Code for Students in NSW Public Schools.

Prior to participation in a program, event or activity all students over 18 must sign an agreement acknowledging the Behaviour Code for Students and the student’s willingness to comply with them. Students under 18 must have a parent or carer sign an agreement on the student’s behalf.

Students need to: a) Comply with instructions given by teachers at all times. Attend every day required, unless they are legally excused, be punctual for the program, event or activity and be prepared to strive to achieve the highest standards of learning. b) Behave safely, considerately and responsibly, including when traveling to and from the program, event or activity. c) Show respect at all times for program, event or activity coordinators, teachers, other school staff, tutors, and helpers, including following rules specific to the program, event or activity d) Cooperate with, and treat other students and adults involved in a learning activity with courtesy and dignity. e) Resolve conflict respectfully, calmly and fairly. f) Maintain a neat appearance, including complying with the requirements of the program, event or activities uniform, dress or costume requirements. g) Respect property belonging to themselves, the venue and others.

Note: The department has a duty of care to all students, and provides a safe and secure learning environment for all of its students, including where the student is involved in an approved activity away from his or her school. Student behaviour that affects the safety of others, including but not limited to, any form of violence, harassment, bullying, intimidation or discrimination against anyone, will not be tolerated. Possession of weapons, illegal drugs, alcohol or tobacco will not be tolerated.

Consequences for breaches of the Behaviour Code for Students at a program, event or activity conducted by The Arts Unit

The Leader of The Arts Unit, in consultation with the relevant school principal, may deal with any breaches of this code by imposing appropriate consequences which may include exclusion from the program, event or activity.

As a result of a breach of the Behaviour Code for Students, a student may face disciplinary action at his or her school. In cases of serious misbehaviour by a student, including but not limited to violence or possession of illegal drugs, this may result in suspension or expulsion.

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PRINCIPAL CONFIRMATION FORM

PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM BEFORE FRIDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2016

School: ______

Contact Teacher Name: ______

Category: ______(e.g. combined dance)

Total Number of Students involved in the 2016 Schools Spectacular in the above category: ______

I confirm that all students in the above group, as well as all staff/adults involved with the above group, have returned the 2016 Schools Spectacular Deed of Consent

I also confirm that I will ensure all supervising adults (including volunteer parent or community helpers) have completed the necessary Working with Children Check documentation in accordance with the NSW DEC Working with Children Check Policy.

Principal’s Name: ______

Principal’s Signature: ______Date: ___ /___ /___

Please return this form to Jules Antelmi before Friday 2 September Fax: (02) 9569 6878 Email: [email protected]

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