Year 10
It was fantastic to see Yr 10 on Tuesday and how excited they were to be back on campus for the day. There was a high level of energy and collegiality throughout the day and it was clear the students had missed each other over the past few weeks. I am sure they are already looking forward to next Tuesday, as are all of us.
Half Yearly Examinations
A reminder that students will be sitting their Half Yearly exams on Friday 15 May and Monday 18 May. The exam timetable has been sent to them and can also be found on the Pastoral page under Important Information. The students have been told that it is a reduced number of exams, being Maths, Languages, Science and Dance only. During these two days, students will not have normal Zoom classes, with the exception of still being required to attend Tutor sessions. Students have been told to ask their class teachers if they have any questions as to the processes involved, and also to communicate effectively with them if they have any technological issues during the exams. If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Careers Information
Students will shortly begin the process of deciding their choices of HSC or IB subjects for 2021-22. Ms Salier, our Careers Advisor, spoke to half of the students on Tuesday about this process and will be speaking to the other half next Tuesday.
Next week is National Careers Week and Ms Salier has organised a number of activities to take place during the week. She will be sending further information to parents and students as to how to access some of the keynote speakers and the events, which are also included here:
Tuesday 19 May 4.30-5.30pm
Janine Garner presents “It’s Who You Know: Why your network is key to your success and how to find the right people that will help YOU”. Janine is a bestselling author, a global authority on networking, collaboration and leadership. Janine is also mother to Flynn Garner Yr 11!
Wednesday 20 May 4.30-5.30pm
Matt Church presents “Lead the future. How to thrive in the decade of disruption”. Matt, father of Chloe Church, Class of 2019, is the founder of Thought Leaders, author of 13 leadership books and voted one of the top 10 motivational speakers globally (E-speakers, 2018). He will be running an inspiring session around leading self, leading others and leading change.
Thursday 21 May 4.30-5.30pm
Speed Networking Event – Yrs 10-12 only. Opportunity to connect with over 20 Redlanders working in diverse fields and spend 7 minutes discussing issues important to you. Sign up via iLearn in Week 3.
Friday 22 May Lunchtime
The Great Debate! Teachers (Mr Taylor, Ms Read and Mr Allen) vs Students. Topic: “It’s not what you know but who you know that determines success in your career.” Sign up via iLearn in Week 3.
Interesting Article
As we all remain in some form of lockdown, our wonderful Redlands online sport program has enabled our students to continue to work on fitness with lots of interesting and fun activities. I am sure the students are missing the connection with the team sports that they love playing as I know I have been struggling with not being able to play the sports that I love also. This week I have attached a link to the World Athletics website which is an amusing read with some interesting videos and facts, and also has additional lockdown exercises to keep you fit, focused and sane.
Ms Rebecca Mountain
Yr 10 Advisor
rmountain@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9908 6462