Year 10

Year 10 Course Pathways

This week, Yr 10 attended two significant events in the course selection pathway. On Wednesday night, students and parents heard from the Dean of HSC, Ms Lucy Benjamin and the Dean of IB, Mr Darren Taylor, alongside a range of course experts, about the differences between the course pathways, their structure and suitability. Students engaged keenly in the subject ‘walk’, asking excellent questions about the framework of the different courses and the nature of specific subjects.

On Thursday morning, Yr 10 students had the opportunity to hear from current Year 12 HSC and IB students about the ‘nitty-gritty’ of what it’s like to be a student studying in each course. The Yr 12 panellists were incredible – they shared their insights with vulnerability, articulation, and a real depth of knowledge, offering Yr 10 students a real glimpse into what Year 12 is actually like. The panellists espoused such passion and excitement for the courses they are studying, the content they are learning, and for the teachers who are supporting them, that I have no doubt Yr 10 left feeling enriched and supported by listening to their older peers’ experiences. I encourage parents and carers to ask probing questions about each experience as students look toward making this significant decision for their Senior Studies.

ISA Cross Country Carnival

Congratulations to all Yr 10 students who competed in the ISA XC Carnival at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre this week.

Below is a list of students who qualified for the CIS XC Carnival which will be held again at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre next Thursday.

  • Ethan Lee – 15 years boys 4k – 11th place
  • Isobel Campbell – 15 years girls 4k – 11th place
  • Otto Ross-Sampson – 16 years boys 6k – 5th place
  • Liam Riddell – 16 years boys 6k – 11th place
  • Immi Howard – 16 year girls 4k – 1st place
  • Amber Kusano – 16 year girls 4k – 6th place
  • Genevieve Holt – 16 years girls 4k – 8th place
  • Heidi de Saxe – 16 years girls 4k – 11th place

Of particular note is Immi Howard’s 1st place in the 16 years girls 4k, and the Intermediate Girls winning the Overall Shield. 

A big thank you to Mr Walker, Mr Ellis, Ms Yamamoto, Ms Carroll and Ms Stafford for all their assistance at the ISA XC Carnival.

Year 10 Da Vinci Decathlon Placings

The Top 16 schools in each subject of the Da Vinci Decathlon have now been published, and I am delighted to announce that our Year 10 team placed 15th in Cartography. Congratulations again to Zara, Leah, Kira, Ethan, Lucinda, Finlay, Frankie and Marcus for this excellent result.

Dr Phoebe Poon – High Potential learning Coordinator 7-12

Term 2 Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

  • Festival in the Fahl – Week 5: Thursday 30 May
  • Redlands Heritage Week – Week 6: Monday 3 June
  • Year Group Photos – Week 6: Wednesday 5 June
  • SS Athletics Carnival – Week 9: Tuesday 25 June
  • Police Liaison Officer Presentation – Week 9: Thursday 27 June
  • End of Term 2 – Week 9: Friday 28 June

Mrs Lucienne Willis
Yr 10 Advisor
lwillis@redlands.nsw.edu.au