Year 8

Preparation for Examinations

This week, our Yr 8 students have focused on their exam preparation. In both Tutor Time and during lessons, teachers have worked closely with our students to offer strategies and encourage sound preparation. Students have been able to take part in Study Bubbles during Tutor time, attending subject specific rooms or quiet study.

For those students who may struggle with task initiation perhaps due to a tendency to procrastinate, The Study Skills Handbook has an excellent unit titled, Overcoming Procrastination.

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Vaccination Catch Ups

Some Yr 8 students are due for a catch-up vaccination because they missed one of the previous clinics. The clinic will take place on Thursday 3 November, and students and parents will be contacted via email with specific times.

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Competitive Debating Trials for 2023 – Deadline Approaching

Well done to the 80 students who have already signed up to trial for competitive Debating in 2023! They have appreciated the opportunity to have coaching and a flexible approach to trial dates.

Just a reminder, that all students in Years 7-11 who wish to be considered for competitive Debating at any time in 2023 need to trial this term. Trials at the start of next term will be for new students only.

The Cut off for Signing up is Wednesday 26 October

Students should let the Debating staff know, with as much notice as possible, if they are not able to attend a trial date for which they have signed up.

Further information about 2023 Debating Trials can be found here.

The sign-up form for Debating trials 2023 is here.

Please contact Mrs Rachel Beggs, Debating Coordinator and Aria McCarthy-Lochner, Head Coach Debating, with any queries.

Yr 8 Music Soiree

Congratulations to the wonderfully talented Yr 8 Music students who performed in front of parents and friends at the Yr 8 Music Soiree on Monday evening. The range of instruments and talent was phenomenal!

Key Dates

Week 3 – Monday 24 & Tuesday 25 Oct – Yr 8 Drama Performances

Week 4 – Yr 8 Yearly Examination Block

Week 7 – Monday 21 & Tuesday 22nd Nov – Year 8 STEAM

Week 9 – Wednesday 7 Dec – Last Day of Term 4/Speech Night

Mrs Lucienne Willis
Yr 8 Advisor
lwillis@redlands.nsw.edu.au