Year 8
This Week in Yr 8
This week has seen Yr 8 continue to empower their learning journey by setting and sharing precise goals with their tutors in Connection Conversations. The buzz in each room has been tangible – the students have openly reflected on their academic challenges, and carefully considered a key social and emotional skill they are determined to develop this semester. Their willingness to so enthusiastically take part in this most valuable process has been wonderful to witness.
Gala Arts 2022
Last Friday evening saw an impressive showcase of the talent at Redlands on stage at The Concourse. Bravo to all the performers who moved and entertained the audience! Particular congratulations go to Rhuri Oliver for his entry into the Visual Arts section of the program, and special mention to Alexandria Fitzpatrick who was the overall Intermediate Visual Arts winner, with her powerful photograph of shadows and light.
Curriculum Dance Showcase
A big congratulations to the Yr 8 students who performed and showcased their performance works and dance films on Tuesday evening. Students were able to have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience for the first time after two years. Congratulations to: Mia Allsop, Zara Anderson, Lilin Chen, Amelia Codrington, Rory Hobbs, Alannah Koopmans, Amber Kusano, Dante Minassian, Elouisa Yates.
House Debating
We have had a good response in terms of Yr 8 students wishing to participate in our House Debating Competition, which will take place throughout Term 3. Students who may not make the final teams should still come along to the coaching sessions, as Debating is a great activity to promote confidence; develop creative and critical thinking skills, along with collaborative strategies.
In Wks 3 – 5, our Yr 8’s will begin coaching to prepare for these debates. During Wk 6 we have Cowper versus Dumolo; Wk 7 MacDouall versus Roseby and the Yr 8 Final is slated to occur live in the Edwards Auditorium, Week 9.
Many thanks to Ms Rachel Beggs (rbeggs@redlands.nsw.edu.au) for her organisation of this event.
Redlands Online Safety Hub
If you have not had a chance to explore the resources and information included in the Redlands Online Safety Hub, please take a moment to browse the incredible information provided to parents around various online platforms, online trends and suggestions for how to support your teenager as they are being exposed to more online temptations each day. The Online Safety Hub supports the school community by providing practical insights, and advice, directly from internationally renowned Online Safety and Digital Wellness Experts. Further information is currently provided on the following topics with information updated regularly: Onlyfans, Discord, Teens Trading Cryptocurrency, Roblox vs Minecraft, Snapchat, Fortnite, Among Us, TikTok and At-Home Learning.
Conversation starters for how to discuss these challenging topics with your child are also included to support you with online predators, sexting & nudes and online bullying. Blogs have been created for specific discussion topics and a function for parents to submit further requests for support on topics that may not be covered is also a fantastic option for parents to engage in learning and supporting their teens in being smart and safe online.
Browse the site for further information:
2022 ICAS Science Competition
The 2022 ICAS Science competition will take place on Tuesday 23 August in school. Entry for students in Yrs 7-10 is voluntary. This year parents will sign up and pay for students directly in the ICAS shop. This needs to be completed before Monday 1 August. The cost of the test is $19.25. Please see the access details below.
Access details for parents
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NLC166 |
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Important Dates
Week 3 – Wednesday 3 August – Yr 8 Parent/Teacher Night
Thursday 4 Aug – Winter Sport Photographs
Week 5 – Science Week
Week 6 – Greenlands Week
Week 7 – Wednesday 31 August, Yr 8 Respectful Relationships Workshop (P1-P3, Redlands Hall)
Week 9 – Thursday 15 September, House Spirit Fair
Week 10 – Thursday 22 September – Last day Term 3
Mrs Lucienne Willis
Yr 8 Advisor
lwillis@redlands.nsw.edu.au