Year 11

Welcome Back

Welcome to the start of the 2024 school year, with a special emphasis on our students beginning Yr 11. We’re excited about the journey ahead and committed to working alongside you to support your child’s learning and well-being as they step into this important phase of their education.

As we commence this journey together, we kindly ask for your help in keeping us updated on any changes in your contact details, address or family circumstances, as well as any updates to your child’s medical history. Redlands Pulse, our Parent Portal is the easiest way to provide this information, ensuring we have the most accurate details to support your child effectively.

Throughout the year, Dr Meta Regis (Assistant Year Advisor), your child’s Tutor and I will be available to assist you. We’re here to discuss your child’s progress and help address any concerns that may arise. We also encourage you to share any achievements or successes your child experiences outside of school, as we believe in celebrating their milestones together.

We understand the importance of effective communication between parents and staff. While we aim to respond to emails and calls within 48 hours, please understand that our teachers juggle various responsibilities. Rest assured, your messages are important to us and will be addressed as promptly as possible.

A warm welcome is extended to the six new students joining our Year 11 cohort:

• Edward Chang – IB Pathway (CY)
• Lauren Dower  – IB Pathway (CY)
• Sanjana Krishna – HSC Pathway (RR)
• Hugo Jones – IB Pathway (RW)
• Daniel Paisley – HSC Pathway (MG)
• Owen Thayer – HSC Pathway (RW).

This term, we’ve planned a range of activities and events as part of our Pastoral Program, with a focus on assisting students as they transition into Year 11. These activities include Coaching Conversations (Week 3), Relationship building, Career planning, and Leadership development.

Term 1 Key Dates

Secondary School Photographs

• Wednesday 14 February: Individual Portraits and Sibling Photos
• Wednesday 5 June: Year Group Photos

Uniform Requirements

All students are required to be wearing their full school uniform, including blazers. Boys must be clean shaven with hair that has been cut so that it is away from eyes, ears and collar. Boys and girls with a hair length touching the collar is to be styled and tied-up neatly so that it is away from eyes, ears and collar. Hair is to be tied back with navy and hair coloured accessories.  No hair dye, mullet style haircuts, make-up or nail polish is permitted. No jewellery is to be worn other than one pair of plain gold or silver studs in ear lobes.

Photo Packages

Standard Portrait and Year Group Package ($40): this will be automatically billed to your school account and posted directly to your primary contact address following the Year Group photos in June. If you do not wish to receive a standard package, please click HERE to opt out before 14 February. Further details of the photo package can be found here. 

Sibling Photos: If you would like to order Sibling Photos, please click SIBLING ORDER, and complete the Order Form before 7 February.

Catch-Up Photo Day

If your child is unable to have their portrait taken on Wednesday 14 February, catch-up photos will be offered on Friday 1 March

If you have any questions, alterations or additional orders, please contact Melba Studios directly on (02) 9438 4566 or email sales@melbastudios.com.au.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership as we embark on this journey with your child. We look forward to a fulfilling and successful year ahead.

Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 11 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au