Year 11

The Ethics Centre Writing Competition

Congratulations to Sophie Yu in Year 11, who won a Highly Commended award (13-17 years) in the Ethics Centre’s inaugural Young Writers’ Competition. Introduced to the competition in the Term 4 2023 Christian Studies program, Sophie submitted her essay “I changed my mind about prisons,” and received praise and recognition from the judges for making a thought-provoking case for restorative justice to be taken more seriously. Drawing on research of best practice in the Norwegian justice system, Sophie presented as evidence-based argument for more humane methods of rehabilitation and community integration to be implemented. Well done, Sophie! Thank you to our hardworking Christian Studies staff – Ms Philips, Ms Tymoszuk and Ms Wilson – as well as Dr Poon (High Potential Learning Coordinator, 7-12), for supporting Sophie and all Year 10 students in Christian Studies lessons to compose their essays. Please click here to read Sophie’s submission. Looking ahead, we encourage all students to consider entering these upcoming writing competitions:

Please contact Dr Poon (ppoon@redlands.nsw.edu.au) for further information.

International Day

An afternoon full of excitement and celebration – thank you to all of the Year 11 students involved and to the Languages Department.

Visual Arts

Visual Arts GALLERY SPACE (Learning Hub Level 1 Foyer) is showcasing the Year 11 HSC Visual Arts Exhibition of artworks created during Term 1, 2024. Some extraordinary talents and creative presentations.

Well done to our most talented Visual Arts students in Year 11.

Year 12 Jersey

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

Year 11 University and Careers Newsletter

Please ensure you keep abreast of the weekly careers newsletter which includes key information, key dates, upcoming events and April Holiday Events.

Holidays

In completion of our first term as a senior student, over the break, it’s essential to begin gearing up for the upcoming term. Take time to reflect on your academic progress from the past term, celebrating achievements while identifying areas for improvement. Collaborate with peers to devise strategies for addressing challenges. Sit down and establish clear academic goals for Term 2, ensuring they are specific and attainable. Plan for any extracurricular activities you wish to pursue and make necessary arrangements. In the latter part of the break, aim to regulate your sleep schedule to ease back into school routines. We’re dedicated to ensuring a successful and supportive start to the new term, and look forward to seeing you well rested after the break.

Rise to the Challenge: Join the 2024 Balmoral Burn Schools Relay


Get ready to unleash your potential and join the 2024 Balmoral Burn Schools Relay! Students from Years 7–12, get ready to conquer Sydney’s steepest street in Mosman for a noble cause. Join Redlands for the Humpy Dumpty Balmoral Burn Schools Relay on 26 May, 7:30 to 9:30 am. This event isn’t just about the challenge; it supports sick children nationwide. Founded by Phil Kearns AM to thank the Royal North Shore Hospital, the Balmoral Burn aids hospitals through the Humpty Dumpty Foundation. Students can form teams of four, aiming to raise $250 per team for the cause. Separate races will be held for boys and girls. Email Mr. Walker your team by the end of Week 1, Term 2, to participate. Let’s unite as a community and make a difference. For more information, check the Secondary Sports section of Note Day.

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