Yanco Agricultural High School
As you sow, so shall you reap NewsletterTerm 2, Week 10, 6th July, 2018
UPCOMING Private Mail Bag, YANCO NSW 2703. Telephone: 02 6951 1500 Fax: 02 69557297
EVENTS Email: [email protected] Website: www.yancoag-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
July 22 UNIVERSITY SHIELD WIN Students return Our University Shield Team. Victorious against Merrylands High on Tuesday June to school th 26 . Final score 36-16. Will Barnes scored four tries, Nick Anderson scored one and July 23 Max Gay scored one. Josh Elworthy 6 from 6 conversions. Congratulations to all Classes begin involved. We have secured a home game for the quarter final, but as yet a date has Term 3 not been confirmed. Hopefully it will be the second week of Term 3. We are up
July 25 - 28 against Singleton High School. Details will be updated once confirmed. Year 11 Ski Trip
August 3 Riverina CHS Athletics, Albury
August 13 - 22 Trial HSC Exams
August 23 DESI Students Congratulations all team players travel home
August 27 DESI Students return to school
August 28 Year 7 Immunisation
August 30 Extra School Photos, Sport Photos
September 3 Grand-parents day
September 21 Royal Melbourne Show
FROM THE SCHOOL HEALTH CENTRE
Reminder to Parents: Prescribed Medication and Non-prescribed medications.
When a medical practitioner has prescribed medication that must be administered while a child is at Yanco Agricultural High School, parents/carers must: • notify the school • provide up to date information as required (see attached Medication Letter • supply the medication and any 'consumables' necessary for its administration in a timely manner. • Confirm that medication has been received by the Health Centre.
NSW Health advises that ‘over the counter’ medication may still be harmful and that schools should follow the same procedures for non-prescribed medications as for prescribed medications. ALL medication must be held at the Health Centre.
Parents should contact the school to ensure both the documentation and medication have been submitted to the school Health Centre every time a child returns to school and every time there is a change in medication or dose.
Please find attached to this newsletter a copy of the required Medication Letter.
2018 DESIGNATED LEAVE WEEKEND TERM 3
Students return to school: Sunday 22nd July Day 1 Term 2: Monday 23rd July Designated Leave Long Weekend: rd Students travel home Thursday 23 August Students return Monday 27th August
Last Day Term 3: Students travel home Friday, 28th September
ABSENTEE NOTIFICATION
If your child is going to be absent from school for any reason please call or email the front office with this information. All absentee information must come through our front office administration on 6951 1500 or [email protected] in order for your child’s absence to be recorded correctly. Weekend leave is to be in and signed by Wednesday each week. Duty staff are better able to check student numbers when these simple rules are followed.
Office hours are from 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday. After 4pm the phone will be answered by Duty Staff.
When returning your child to school PLEASE remember to sign them back in at the front office during school hours (8am – 3pm) and at the Duty Room outside of school hours (before 8am and after 3pm) or they will be marked absent.
Where a student is absent from school, a note explaining the absence must be received by the school within seven school days. Where a note is not received the absence will be recorded as Unjustified Leave. This cannot legally be changed should a note be received after seven days. Absences both justified and unjustified are recorded on school reports.
CHANGE OF DETAILS If your contact details have changed please contact the Front Office, in writing, with your new details.
2018 RIVERINA MURRAY VET IN SCHOOLS (VETiS) STUDENT OF THE YEAR LACHLAN CARNEY
On Friday the 8th of June 2018 I had the pleasure of accompanying Lachlan Carney to the 2018 NSW Training Awards (Riverina Region). This night showcases the achievement of people undertaking Vocational Education and Training throughout the Riverina Murray districts. Lachlan had been nominated by Yanco Agricultural High School in the VET in Schools Student of the Year Category, as he exemplifies everything that is expected by a student undertaking VET subjects. Lachlan had to attend a local interview where he was asked to demonstrate his knowledge of the VET world and discuss how it differed from traditional education pathways. At the awards presentation, Lachlan was awarded the top gong – which was presented by Deputy Prime Minister The Hon Michael McCormack MP. Lachlan will now represent the Riverina Region at the State Finals later in the year.
Lachlan is currently in Year 12 studying for his HSC, and is completing three VET subjects as part of his pathway into the world of work. He has a real affinity for competency based learning and ensures that he strives for excellence and industry standard in all that he does.
Lachlan chose this pathway as these three courses relate to his future career aspirations of being a farm manager, contract business owner and then ultimately a farm owner. The qualifications that he departs school with shall enable him to get a foothold in the agricultural sector and possess the fundamental skills that are required to succeed.
Lachlan enjoys working on the family farm and practices skills learnt at every opportunity. He has relished mandatory work placements, and used it as a platform to further engage with industry and learn skills in the areas of water use efficiency, plant variety genetics, tillage methods, and livestock handling.
Lachlan attributes his intrigue and continued passion for the agricultural sector to his to enjoyment and involvement in the VET frameworks at a specialist agricultural High School. He takes on board all feedback and applies this to new situations, often demonstrating to peers his high level of skill, which ultimately enhances their learning and demonstrates his ability to work well in a team environment.
Luke Collins / Head Teacher TAS
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Another term has come to an end amongst a flurry of learning, extracurricular activities, broken water pipes, examinations, flu, broken bones and report writing.
A big thank you to students, staff and families for their participation and support throughout this term. This Newsletter and the School Facebook page will give you a brief glimpse of the achievements and activities of our school community during the second half of Term 2.
Thursday 5th July we commenced the day celebrating and acknowledging the achievements of our students across all year groups especially in the academic arena. The school wishes and encourages all students to be the best they can be at all times and strive to expand their knowledge and skills. Following the Commendation Assembly Year 10 and their parents had the opportunity to gain greater knowledge regarding subject selection for senior study; Higher School Certificate requirements; Record of School Achievement, ATAR; Vocational and Educational Training subjects and the pathways they create. Thank you to the YAHS staff who presented and Libby Trembath (Senior Pathways Officer) for their assistance and advice to the Year 10’s on this day.
The end of Term 2 provided the opportunity for Parents to discuss with Staff their child’s /children’s learning, achievements and direction for the future. The saying ‘It takes a village to raise a child’ applies also to their learning and development. Parents and staff working together with the students will enable them to achieve their potential.
Performance night ensured that Term 2 concluded on a creative and positive note. Congratulations to all the students, staff and community members who performed and provided support back stage. Thank you to all the parents and friends who attended to encourage and support their endeavours. Maybe next year there might be a parent performance.
Term 3 will see a lot of conclusions and many beginnings. Year 12 have their final term of secondary schooling to focus on early entry applications, HSC Trial Examinations and the excitement of their quickly approaching future after school. Year 11 will conclude their Preliminary courses in Term 3 and take over the leadership mantle from Year 12. Congratulations to the current Year 12 team who have actively provided a range of activities and leadership for the school. At the same time Year 10 face the daunting decision choosing their subjects for senior study and preparing to take on more leadership opportunities.
Thank you to the parents who have provided us with positive feedback to assist us with refining our policies and processes to better provide for our students. We hope you will continue to work with us to build on and improve our school.
As Term 2 concludes it is important that we all take time to rest and revitalise ready for a hectic term three.
Lisa O’Brien Relieving Principal
CAPTAINS TRIP TO SYDNEY
Lindsay Brown and Georgina Hughes travelled to Sydney, accompanied by Miss Kim Weller, for a Government House Leadership program. We flew down on Wednesday 27th June, spending the afternoon looking around Circular Key, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour then enjoying a movie in George Street Cinema.
On Thursday, before we arrived at Parliament House, we visited “Sunrise” television show where we were lucky enough to meet and get pictures with the Sunrise cast. After that we arrived at NSW Parliament house we were joined with other School Captains from NSW. We were spoken to by local members about leadership and their roles, with good advice about staying true to your words. We had a tour throughout Parliament House seeing the Upper (red) house and Lower (green) house and were able to sit in the positions of the NSW leaders.
After lunch we headed to Government House in Palace gardens where we were shown around the house and the significance and events that occurred in these rooms. Governor David Hurley explained this role of Governor and the importance of his role. Mrs Hurley sang “You are My Sunshine” to make all our days brighter and happier. Afternoon tea was with Governor David Hurley where we were able to talk and interact between the other captains. It was a great experience which was worthwhile and a massive thank you to Miss Weller for organising and taking us to Sydney.
Georgina Hughes and Lindsay Brown
School Captains, 2018
PLEASE NOTE NEW DATES BEACH CARNIVAL AND GALA DAY 2019/2020 2019 2019 2019 2019 BEACH CARNIVAL FRIDAY March 8th GALA DAY SATURDAY MARCH 9th
2020 2020 2020 2020 BEACH CARNIVAL FRIDAY March 7th
GALA DAY SATURDAY March 8th
2018 LEADERSHIP ROLES
YAHS HOUSE CAPTAINS AND VICE CAPTAINS 2018 BREAKWELL Captain Abbey Curran Brad Daunt
Vice-Captain Emma Dixon Lachlan Hughes GARDINER Captain Ashley Strachan Max Hatty Vice-Captain Ireland Clancy Ryan Findlay McCAUGHEY Captain Abbey McCloskey Fraser Menzies Vice-Captain Bianca Smith Cooper Carter MUTCH Captain Brianna White William Barnes Vice-Captain Audrey James Darcy Barr
YEAR ADVISORS 2018 HEAD TEACHERS 2018
YEAR 7 Miss Troldahl MATHS Mrs Cassilles YEAR8 Mrs Stockdale ENGLISH Mrs Ormond YEAR 9 Miss Jolley HSIE Mr Maher YEAR 10 Mr Dixon SCIENCE Mrs Langley YEAR 11 Mr Gifford TAS Mr Collins YEAR 12 Miss Weller CAREERS Mr Cassilles
YAHS SCHOOL CAPTAINS AND PREFECTS
School Captains: Georgina Hughes and Lindsay Brown. Vice Captains: Hayley Dowling and Joel Jenkins. Prefects: Max Gay, Bryce Johnston, Jayden Pippin, Chelsea Stephens and Ella Brooking.
NEW STAFF TERM 2 , 2018
CRAIG MAHER – Deputy Principal
I began my teaching career in Griffith as a PDHPE Teacher in 1988. Returning to the Riverina, and to such a school as Yanco Ag, as Deputy Principal (Day) has allowed me to reacquaint myself with friends and family I had not been able to see much in the past years. Over the past thirty years I have taught at schools in the Riverina (Albury, Griffith and Corowa), as well as across schools in the Central Coast and Hunter regions. I look forward to being a part of the Yanco family and following the local Australian Rules (I’m an ex Griffith Swan) and playing a bit (a lot) of Golf on the weekends.
DERUSHA NAIDOO - Head Teacher of Teaching and Learning
My formal qualifications include a Bachelor of Psychology and Masters of Education (Secondary). During my time teaching I have always taken pride in improving the level of academic achievement of students in both internal and external examinations.
My vision for Yanco Agricultural High School, is to further students’ knowledge of a range of skills which will allow them to achieve academic success in all learning areas. I look forward to hosting workshops and learning opportunities for all year levels. The skills covered so far with year 11 and 12 workshops include: Mind Mapping, Effective use of Flash Cards, Introduction to ALARM (an extended response scaffolding tool). I look forward to working with students, staff and parents in the future to build the capacity of all students here at Yanco Agriculture High School.
TARA ARNALL – Head Teacher Welfare Girls
I wish to introduce myself as the new Head Teacher Welfare Girls at Yanco Agricultural High School. I bring to this position, 10 years of teaching experience, having most recently taught at Batlow Technology School. With a PDHPE background, I have a passion for student welfare and building and maintaining positive relationships.
I was born and bred in Adelong, and completed my university studies at CSU Bathurst. At the completion of my studies I began my teaching career at Goulburn High School. Having taught at Batlow for 7.5 years, I was ready for a new chapter and challenge, and was successful in gaining my position at Yanco.
I enjoy being active, and engaging in physical activities: my hobbies include playing rugby union, fitness, water skiing and spending time with my family. I look forward to working closely with all members of the Yanco family to create a positive, safe and supportive environment.
JESSICA RICHARDSON – Music Teacher
Hi, my name is Jessica Richardson. I graduated last year from Southern Cross University in Lismore where I completed my Bachelor of Contemporary Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary). I grew up in the Newcastle area and have a love for all things music. I am very excited to be teaching in such a unique school as this and look forward to becoming part of the Yanco Ag family.
YEAR 12 DEBATING
On Wednesday June 20th the Year 12 debating team participated in the Regional Final of the Premier’s Debating Challenge. The team, made up of Joel Jenkins, Lindsay Brown, Sunny Oxley and Noel Williams versed Kooringal High School in a VC debate. The teams debated on whether the government and police should be able to access our metadata whenever they want. The boys were on the negative side and presented some strong arguments and rebuttals. After a hard fought debate, the boys were named the winners and will progress on to the next stage of finals next week. Congratulations boys!
Hannah Jolley | Teacher
CHESS
On June 12, the chess team versed Wade HS. Neither team was able to travel on this day, so the games were played online. Joel Jenkins enjoyed a rapid victory, as did Noel Williams. George Clark earned a tough draw, and Lindsay Brown achieved his first competitive victory! Overall, YAHS ran out comfortable victors 3.5 - 0.5. We hit the road to take on Lake Cargelligo Central School on July 2nd in the 5th round.
Grandmaster Roboslav Giffordovic / AKA Mr Gifford
SPORT
NETBALL
On Thursday 14th June, ten students travelled to Albury to participate in the Open's Riverina knockouts for Netball. The girls all had a fantastic time and represented their school with pride. They lost the first three games; however, they never gave up and won their last game against Junee 6-3. Audrey James, Ireland Clancy and Kaileha Daly were outstanding on the day.
A wonderful day of Netball with Miss Jolley on the sideline providing support and encouragement.
Lauren Valenta | Coach. SPORT
RIVERINA CROSS COUNTRY - GUNDAGAI
Congratulations to all students who competed in the Riverina Cross Country Gundagai on Friday June 15th. The following students have qualified for the State Carnival on Friday July 27th: Amber Langlands, Max Findlay, Ryan Findlay, George Clark
Well done to these students and good luck at State.
ZONE ATHLETICS – GRIFFITH
On Friday 22nd of June, YAHS took 70 students over to Griffith to compete in the Zone Athletics Carnival. Each student participated strongly in all of their events, with several of them qualifying for the next Riverina carnival in Albury.
These students included: Chelsee Weekes, Billy Limbrick, Tommi Booth, Casey Morris, Bianca Smith, Bryce Johnston, Jayden Livingstone, Emma Cullen, Stephanie Bramley, Molly McBride, Adam Mara, Ryan Findlay, Sienna Smith, Arrabel Smith, Charli Cullen, Cody Headrick, Archie Ray, George Anthony, Darcey Cullen, Tye Studholme, Lachlan Carney, Stanley Herrmann, Kaileha Daly, Angus Boulton and Max Findlay.
Congratulations to all students that competed on the day, and good luck to those competing in Albury on the 3rd of August.
Kelly Stockdale / PE Teacher
BUCHAN SHIELD GRIFFITH
Buchan Shield boys had a convincing win on Wednesday June 27th against Wade High School with a score of 66-0. Try scores: Eddie Weaver, Rory Walsh, Seth Carter, Zac Manwaring, Josh Elworthy, Harrison Whitehead with Daniel Trembath and Stanley Hermann both picking up two tries each. Josh Elworthy successfully converted 8 of the tries scored. Congratulations to these boys.
Tara Arnall | Coach
TAS REPORT
NATIONAL SHORTHORN SHOW AND SALE
Yanco Shorthorn Stud offered three sires for sale at the 2018 National held in Dubbo over the long weekend in June. The bulls we presented were of outstanding quality and that was reflected in the judging ring with Judge Stephen Peake of Barraba agreeing and awarding Yanco Mustang M11 first prize. In what can only be described as a tough season to be breeding and selling bulls, it was a buyers’ market and there was plenty of value in the bulls we had in the sale ring. Yanco sold two bulls to average $4500. Thanks to the team who gave up there long weekend to attend the bull sale. It was a great few days interacting with other shorthorn stud breeders and commercial cattlemen. The boys were a credit to themselves and YAHS for the way they presented and promoted the school and for their knowledge of the breeding program we run back here at school. We now turn our focus to the 2019 draft, and have our fingers crossed for some widespread rain! Thanks to the successful purchasers of our genetics, and we wish them all the best with the offspring.
Sam Thomas (Stud Captain), Hamish Jenkins and Lachlan West
HOLBROOK SHEEP SHOW
After returning from the designated leave weekend in Term 2 seven students, Miss O’Brien and Mr Dixon loaded up six rams and six ewes to travel to Holbrook. After a scenic tour of Holbrook the stock were unloaded and the team then travelled to Culcairn to stay at Mr Dixon’s. A hot dinner and a warm house were gratefully welcomed.
Wednesday commenced with a series of workshops that covered a variety of topics including: Animal Health; showing sheep; working sheep dogs; judging meat sheep, merinos and fleeces. The afternoon was filled with an interschool interbreed competition. Our rams were awarded a 2nd and 3rd in the milk tooth less than 12 months of age category with the pair of rams winning their class. The students also competed in the merino fleece competition. Following an aural presentation on Thursday morning Lela Danton was awarded second place in the junior competition whilst Rohan Lacey won the Senior division.
The Open Competition which pits schools against studs of the same breed commenced early on Thursday morning. Both the rams and ewes had success with a Grand Champion Ram, Reserve Champion Ram and a Reserve Champion Ewe being awarded. The Animal Management class and Mrs Quinn’s hard work is definitely reaping dividends in the Show rink. We are sure that this success will be continued at the Annual Ram Sale to be held next term. A late night occurred as the novice Meat judging competition was held. Piper Williams was selected to speak on these animals but was unsuccessful in placing this time. On Friday morning the Novice Merino sheep judging, State Group Qualifier in the Merino and Meat Sheep judging occurred. All students should be proud of how they acquitted themselves with judges commenting favourably on the manner in which they all handled the sheep. Two of our students were successful in gaining third position in the two qualifying competitions: Rohan Lacey – Merino and Mitchell Whyte – Meat Sheep.
Yanco Agricultural High school placed closely second to Hay Memorial High school in the best maintained school team. YAHS students at Holbrook Show All seven students: Lela, Rohan, George, Piper, Ryan, Mae and Mitchell represented their school with pride and dignity at all times. They should be justifiably proud of their individual efforts and teamwork shown throughout the show.
NEW GRANDSTANDS
The school has purchased eight new aluminium grandstands for use around the school. This week the Year 11 VET Metals class, with a small amount of assistance from Year 12, have constructed the first two units. The boys made a concerted effort and completed assembly of the two in only two hours. Well done.
The Stage 5 Engineering class will also assemble some of these units while studying the construction techniques, extrusion, materials science and strength through triangulation.
Phil Ronald /Teacher - Technology and Applied Studies
CANTEEN NEWS
YAHS Embroidered Beanies now available for purchase at the school canteen for $20. These beanies are NOT to be worn outside the school grounds except for sporting events.
GRANDPARENTS DAY
Year 7 students are busy preparing their invitations to their Grandparents for our Annual Grandparents day to be held on September 3rd. This has been a very special day for Grandparents and Year 7 students in the past and we look forward to another successful day this year.
BRAINSTORM PRODUCTIONS: Award-Winning In-School Theatre Performances
THE FLIPSIDE On the 3rd August Brainstorm Productions will be presenting their student wellbeing program ‘The Flipside' for Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 at Yanco Agricultural High School.
Powerful, current, and thoroughly contemporary, The Flipside is an unflinching live theatre experience about our online behaviour and its potentially infinite ramifications. The Flipside depicts two teen characters that are embedded in the online community including gaming, social networking and content creation. The sheer magnitude of online interactions, selfies, videos, memes and mash-ups uploaded every minute means that posts quickly disappear into the ether, but not always. As these characters find out, online posts last forever and some can come back to haunt you, even years later. The characters suddenly realise they can't just press the "undo" button to save their relationships, reputation or their dignity. The Flipside will encourage students to think carefully before they ‘post’, ‘snap’ or sign up.
The Flipside is part of our student wellbeing curriculum and the program has been developed in consultation with teachers, psychologists, as well as real-life student experiences. The methodology of the program is safe, supportive and nonjudgmental and designed to provide students with positive and useful tools that they can use in their everyday lives.
More than 350,000 Australian students have already benefited from Brainstorm Productions multi award-winning educational theatre programs over the past twelve months. Their programs cater to the specific wellbeing needs of students, helping to create a healthy and harmonious school environment. If you would like to know more about Brainstorm Productions, visit their website at www.brainstormproductions.edu.au
P & C EXECUTIVES 2018 CONTACT DETAILS
President: Gus Whyte 0427 270 232 [email protected]
1st Vice President: Dean Morris 0427 559 454 [email protected]
2nd Vice President: Jacqui Herrmann 0427 552 369 [email protected]
Secretary: Jen Hatty 0488 277 863 [email protected]
Treasurer: Deb Manwaring 0428 962 953 [email protected]
TERM 2 COMMENDATION ASEMBLY AWARDS
YEAR 12; George Anthony; William Barnes; Alyssia Berkefeld; Jarod Brain; Ella Brooking; Lindsay Brown; Tyler Brown; Lachlan Carney; Hayley Dowling; Jackson Doyle; Max Hatty; Grace Hughes; Joel Jenkins; Bryce Johnston; Thomas Kimpton; William Matheson; Abbey McCloskey; Casey Morris; Sunny Oxley; Amelia Rawling; Arrabel Smith; Sophie Smith; Zoe Thomas; Jasmine Whitehurst; Noel Williams;
YEAR 11; Darcy Barr; Angus Bolton; Cooper Carter; Ireland Clancy; Lachlan Daniel; Emma Dixon; Betty Dolan; Kaitlyn Dykes; Ryan Findlay; Marcie Gray; Michael Holz; Lachlan Hughes; Charlie Hurst; Audrey James; Tashi Jansen; Hamish Jenkins; Makaylah Longford; Emma- Kate Nicholson; Jacob Oxley; Sophie Ryan; Bianca Smith; Samuel Thomas; Charlie Woods;
YEAR 10; Ella Bent; Ruby Bergmeier; Bryce Blake; Rhiannon Bolam; Erin Brown; Jessica Bunt; Sophia Burns; Willow Clancy; Reba Curran; Georgia Cutcliffe; Maeken Danen; Ella Davis; Hannah Dunn; Dimity Evans; Max Findlay; Paul Hudson; Alexis Hughes; Tully James; Jessica Kibble; Elia Lelea; Molly McBride; Harry Morris; Ned Routley; Lucy Sharman; Georgia Stimson; Kathleen Taylor; Elizabeth Tracy; Edward Weaver; Lachlan West; Jock Yelland;
YEAR 9; Isabella Bergmann; William Bolam; Toby Bowron; Lauren Brewer; Abigail Carey; Sebastian Colley; Lela Danton; William Dixon; Vincent Edwards; Kylie Fernando; Lauren Fitzgerald; Rose Hogan; John Holz; Eliza Kurrle; Zoe Locke; Kodi Longford; Sarah Manwaring; Zachary Manwaring; Macey McMullen; Thomas Nicholls; William Price; Archie Ray; Darcy Saunders; Ryan Thomas; Chelsea Twigg; Carla Valentine; Isabella Whitehead; Mitchell Whyte; Kara Yelland;
YEAR 8; Damien Barker; Albert Booth; Mackenzie Brouwer; Paige Brown; Harry Bunt; James Caldow ; Victoria Carbone; Samantha Corti-Lyons; Brigid Dunn; Will Ellis; Claire Gribble; Kai Hammond; Frederick Herrmann; Connor Humphries; Dan James; William Kimpton; Caitlin Kinsela; Amber Langlands; Hamish Maclure; Jack Norden; Alex Reschke; Tylar Rumble; Edward Stevenson;
YEAR 7; Stephanie Bramley; Alice Caldow; John Cass; Olivia Ellis; Harvey Gay ; Alexis Hayes; Riley Irvin ; Luca James; Billy Limbrick; Joshua Madden ; Alice McBride; Mia O'Hara; Thomas Scott; Andrew Smith; Brooke Smith; Sienna Smith; Sara Stevenson; Kelly Taylor; Jake Turner; Breanna Twigg; Joseph Walsh; Piper Williams; Emily Worsnop;