Year 10

Big Science Competition 

The Big Science Competition is a 50-minute online competition testing scientific knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Run by Australian Science Innovations (ASI), the same organisation that runs the Junior Science Olympiads, the Big Science Competition is distinguished by challenging questions that set scientific principles in real-life contemporary contexts which require students to demonstrate understanding of how theory applies in authentic, real-world situations. Due to the complex nature of the questions, the students invited to participate had to demonstrate prior high achievement in Science and/or receive a teacher nomination.

Congratulations to the following Year 10s who achieved such great results, especially Leela Gohil, who topped the grade with a High Distinction:

Participation

Credit

Distinction

High Distinction

Mia Allsop

Zara Anderson

Leah Chung

Marlon Giacco

Lachlan Howes

Sachin Lipscomb

Matthew McLellan

Ingrid Rowe

Aoran Xiao

Claire Adams-McCarthy

Katherine Budden

Kira Delaney

Sam Harris

Luis Senftleben

Tessa Griffith

Xavier Kwan

Ethan Lee

Finlay Meijer

Francesca Richardson

Marcus Richardson

Elizabeth Whelan

Leela Gohil

 

School Climate Survey

Starting from Week 4, students will be invited to complete a School Climate Survey. The survey is anonymous and aims to gather data from the student body regarding the climate at Redlands. It provides an opportunity for students to give feedback on the school environment, acknowledge peers who contribute positively or voice any concerns. Once the data is collected, it will be provided to the Year Advisors, Head of Secondary School, Counsellors and the Dean of Students. This information will help inform effective interventions and support our inclusive community.

 

Week 4 is Science Week!

Next week, the school will be transformed into a Science laboratory with a range of fun activities for students to engage in to develop their scientific knowledge and skills, as part of Science Week. Students will have the opportunity to have breakfast with a scientist, partake in astronomy evenings, learn more about forensic science and show off their aeronautical skills in a paper aeroplane competition. For anyone with a budding science interest or those who already consider themselves to be established scientists – and everyone in between – I encourage you to check out the various events on offer and to get involved.

Tickets Are Selling For Away!

Away by Michael Gow, will be performed by Redlands students and is set in 1960s Australia, following three families on holiday, each grappling with personal issues. Away transcends class distinctios and xenophobia, demonstrating how understanding and empathy can bring us together. 

  • When: Thursday 8 August 2024 – Saturday 10 August 2024
  • Where: Zenith Theatre in Chatswood (corner Mcintosh St and Railway St)

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