Year 11

Musical

Congratulations to all the talented Yr 11 students who poured their hearts and souls into the production of Legally Blonde! Your dedication, hard work, and passion have truly shone through in every aspect of the performance. From the brilliant choreography to the pitch perfect vocals, and the seamless transitions, your collective effort brought the stage to life in a way that captivated your audience. Each student brought depth and charisma to their roles, embodying the spirit of Elle Woods and her journey with sincerity and charm. The crew’s meticulous attention to detail ensured that every scene unfolded flawlessly, creating a spectacle that was both visually stunning and emotionally resonant. Your collaboration and commitment have not only showcased your immense talent but also served as an inspiration to all who had the privilege of witnessing your remarkable production. This was truly a night I will never forget.

Huge congratulations to the following Yr 11 students who were involved:

Aneke Golowenko, Liam Petersen, Bettina Butcher, Chloe Scamps, Tali Feldman, Megan Kirkpatrick, Freya Kittle, Angus Baker, Louis Abrahams, Hiro Phillips, Krishna Gupta, Max Perry, Millie Winton, Elenor Blankenstein, Joshua Farrant, Remie Gibbs, Imogen Jeffery-Bilich, Daniel Koppers, Caitlin Mitchell, Jaiden Murphy, Abbie Sewell, Lucille Thompson, Juliet Treloar, Charlotte Humphries, Jet Gwilliam, Hugo Baird, Rose Connell, Angelica Doukas-White, Sara Hamori, Madison Noes, Thea Scown, Sofia Vincent, Iona Gait, Jessica Lee, Andrew Macourt.


2024 Australian Rowing Championships this week at the Sydney International Regatta Centre.

The following students competed at the Australian Rowing Championships and are commended on their extraordinary efforts to represent Redlands at the highest level.

  • U17 Boys Double – A Final – Angus McInnes (Yr 11) & Tom Hooper (Yr 10)
  • U17 Girls Quad – Semi Final – Katie Budden (Yr 10), Sonia Polok (Yr 11), Isobel Campbell (Yr 10), Alanah Winder (Yr 10), Leah Chung (Yr 10)
  • U17 Boys Quad – Semi Final – Tom Hooper (Yr 10), Connor Morrison (Yr 10), Angus McInnes (Yr 11), Oscar Pearce (Yr 11), Henry Preece (Yr 10)
  • School Girls Quad – Repechage – Sonia Polok (Yr 11), Lily Wainberg (Yr 11), Alanah Winder (Yr 10), Mikaela Sanger Larsson (Yr 12), Zara Naismith (Yr 12)
  • School Boys Quad – Repechage – Tom Jackson (Yr 12), Tom Hooper (Yr 10), Jack Meek (Yr 11), Angus McInnes (Yr 11), Fletcher Logan (Yr 12)

Results:

  • U17 Boys Double – A Final – 3rd Place – Angus McInnes (Yr 11) & Tom Hooper (Yr 10)
  • U17 Boys Quad – A Final – 3rd Place – Tom Hooper (Yr 10), Conor Morrison (Yr 10), Angus McInnes (Yr 11), Oscar Pearce (Yr 11), Henry Preece (Yr 10)
  • School Girls Quad – D Final – 1st Place – Sonia Polok (Yr 11), Lily Wainberg (Yr 11), Alanah Winder (Yr 10), Mikaela Sanger Larsson (Yr 12), Zara Naismith (Yr 12)
  • School Boys Quad – B Final – 2nd Place – Tom Jackson (Yr 12), Tom Hooper (Yr 10), Jack Meek (Yr 11), Angus McInnes (Yr 11), Fletcher Logan (Yr 12)

A special congratulations to Angus and Tom for an amazing race, coming from 7th to 3rdto win a bronze medal.

There is the opportunity to watch the footage of the boys on the day.

Halogen National Leadership Day

Run by Halogen, a handful of Yr 11 students (Jaiden Murphy, Edward Cheung, Freya Kittle, Madison Noes, Hiro Phillips, and Millie Winton) engaged with an opportunity to attend the National Youth Leaders Day.

From Hallogen:

‘We have been asking leaders this question for some time now. How we lead ourselves and others in any kind of situation reveals a large part of who we are as people. Who our leaders are as people (whether they be prime ministers, parents, or prefects), determines the size and shape of the home, school, country, and world we live in.

The Halogen Australia exists to inspire & influence a generation of young people to lead themselves and others well.

The National Young Leaders Day is a unique opportunity to expose young people to real-life stories of leaders in a variety of fields – and celebrates 20 years of halogen inspiration and insight.’

This event was designed to benefit any student interested in developing their leadership potential for personal and leadership growth.

Students had to consider the following:

  • What leadership means to you?
  • Your strengths and areas for growth in leadership
  • The impact you hope to make through leadership, both personally and in the community
  • How you can use your background, perspective, and talents to contribute effectively to a leadership role
  • Challenges you anticipate encountering as a leader.

A reflection from Madison Noes:

This was an exciting event where we could mingle with students from various schools who travelled from all over NSW. We had the privilege of hearing from four different guest speakers who all had their own unique and exceptional set of skills and experience that moulded them into the leaders they are today. 

The ICC auditorium encased an exciting atmosphere fuelled by student leaders and students who were keen to learn more about what it truly meant to be a leader. 

The MC and host of the day, Andy, never failed to entertain, guiding us through engaging activities in between and throughout the speeches of the guest speakers. 

The first leader we heard from was Anastasia Woolmer, Australian memory champion and Survivor TV series contestant who shared her journey from feeling average to excelling through persistence and hard work. Her story underscores the value of resilience and finding one’s own path to success. Next, we heard from The Honourable Rose Jackson MLC, NSW Minister for Youth who advocates using platforms like TikTok to empower younger generations, emphasising individual action and the importance of finding one’s voice in shaping the future. In the last session of the day, we heard from Paul Gallen, Rugby League Superstar, who emphasised the importance of hard work and perseverance in overcoming setbacks, reminding us that success comes from dedication and seizing opportunities. Finishing with Bryson Klein, Ninja Warrior veteran who inspired with his insights on conquering fear and embracing failure as essential steps toward success. His message resonates with the power of resilience, perseverance, and the courage to step outside one’s comfort zone.

Along with hearing from the inspirational speakers, we got to spend our lunch and recess breaks around Darling Harbour, enjoying the beautiful weather and delightful views of Sydney city. 

Overall, I had an amazing experience attending National Youth Leadership Day and I learnt so much from listening and reflecting on several perspectives and ways in which one can be a leader in their own niche. 

A reflection from Freya Kittle:

My favourite speaker was Bryson Klein who helped Australia win gold in the International Ninja Warrior Championships. Bryson described how he overcame various physical and mental barriers to achieve his goal and reminded us that courage is not the absence of fear. One idea that particularly sat with me was when Bryson told us the ‘Master has failed more times than the novice has ever tried’. The day was a great opportunity to connect with other aspiring leaders at Redlands as well as leaders from other schools.

Year 11 Student Led Conferences

Redlands invites you to the Year 11 Student Led Conferences being held on Wednesday 10 April from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. We will do these interviews remotely via Zoom meetings between individual teachers, students and parents.

You should have received an email on Monday 25 March from ‘Redlands Secondary School<edval-noreply@tes.com>, explaining the booking process along with your booking code. Please read the instructions carefully. If you have not received this email, please check your spam folder first before contacting me to resend the code.

Parents and students will have a 5-minute online Zoom meeting with each of their individual class teachers. These Zoom meetings will be accessed by students on their computer through their Year 11 Pastoral Page in iLearn. Zoom links will also be sent to parents.

You have until midnight on Thursday 4 April to enter your interview preferences. Interview times will be scheduled on Friday 5 April and an email confirming your interview times will be sent then. Please note that no new bookings can be made on the day of the event.

Year 11 Service Learning Trip to Cambodia

For many years prior to 2020, Redlands Year 11 students participated in a Service Learning Trip to Cambodia in the December holidays. We are delighted to announce that this trip will recommence in 2024 as we restart our international travel program post-COVID.

Some useful information about the trip and next steps for students should they be interested in taking part can be found on Pulse. Numbers are strictly limited, and it may be that not all applicants are successful.

Year 12 Jerseys

Please find more information on Pulse regarding the ordering of Year 12 Jerseys.

Happy Easter

May this Easter bring you and your family joy, renewal, and cherished moments together. Wishing you a long weekend filled with love and laughter.

Commendation is given to Jet Gwilliam who played so beautifully at the Stage 6 Easter Service; an absolutely wholesome performance.

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