Year 11
Gala Arts
Gala Arts, the School’s Annual Creative and Performing Arts Festival, was a splendid showcase of the remarkable and diverse talents of Redlands students spanning Years 7 to 12. This event was established with the dual purpose of highlighting the creative talents of Redlands students while fostering friendly Inter-House competition and House spirit.
The festival encompassed enthralling performances in Dance, Instrumental, Theatre, and Vocal categories, capturing the essence of the students’ artistic capabilities. Additionally, the foyer proudly exhibited Visual Art and photography pieces that reflected this year’s theme, “Shadows.” Winners from each category were revealed during the event, adding an element of excitement and recognition to the occasion.
Gala Arts holds a deeper significance beyond being a mere showcase of talent. It encourages students to explore new avenues of their abilities, challenging them to push past their limitations and embrace personal growth. Stepping onto the stage or presenting their artworks in front of an audience can be daunting, but it instils confidence and resilience in the face of challenges. It teaches students the value of perseverance and the rewards that come from taking risks.
Participating in Gala Arts and embracing performance challenges goes beyond the applause and recognition. It is about empowering students to discover their full potential, build confidence, cultivate empathy, and become well-rounded individuals prepared to take on life’s diverse challenges.
Congratulations to all Year 11 students who not only auditioned but were selected as part of the showcase:
- Dancing in the Street (Dance)
- Louis Abrahams, Imogen Jeffery-Bilich (and Summer-Eve Smyth)
- Don’t you worry about a thing (Instrumental)
- Alessandro Scali, Chloe Scamps (Alex Fenton, Derek Hu, Lucas Law, Bowen Shiao)
- From the Start (Vocal)
- Emma Morris & Eliza Draper
- Checkmate (Dance)
- Yr 11 Dancers – Alicia Green & Hannah Scott
- A Musical from Something Rotten! (Theatre)
- Yr 11 Performers – Louis Abrahams, Remie Gibbs, Imogen Jeffery-Bilich, Chloe Scamps
- Situations (Instrumental)
- Tobe Cornelius, Daniel Koppers, Hiro Phillips, Ben Robinson
- Death of a Salesman (Theatre)
- Jaiden Murphy
- Meet the Plastics from Mean Girls (Theatre)
- Yr 11 Performers – Angus Baker, Megan Kirkpatrick, Charlee Kwintner
- Bouquet (Dance)
- Tali Feldman & Charlotte Humphreys
- If I Were Boy (Vocal)
- Aneke Golowenko
- Shadows (Visual Arts Finalists Years 10-12)
- Yr 11 – Hugo Baird
Congratulations to Tali Feldman & Charlotte Humphreys (‘Bouquet’ – Dance), and, Louis Abrahams, Remie Gibbs, Imogen Jeffery-Bilich, Chloe Scamps (A Musical from Something Rotten! – Theatre) who won their sections.
Finally, congratulations to the overall House winner, Roseby.
Step Beyond Awards
Congratulations to the following Yr 11 students who were presented with a ‘Step Beyond Award’ in the Week 2 Student Led Assembly.
- Tali Feldman & Charlotte Humphreys (Contributions to Gala Arts)
- Remie Gibbs (Contributions to service in preparation for the Cambodia Trip).
Remie has used her passion for crocheting to help raise $750 for M’Lop Tapang, a charity in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. This organisation supports vulnerable children and their families. During the upcoming trip, participants will visit M’Lop Tapang to see its impact and connect with the local community. Remie’s efforts show how personal interests can contribute to a good cause.
The Biting Truth – Nutrition to Fuel Your Brain and Body
As examinations approach and stress levels rise for Yr 11 students, proper nutrition becomes increasingly vital for maintaining physical, mental, and cognitive health. In light of this, we invited The Biting Truth, one of Australia’s leading nutrition consultancy companies, to speak with Year 11.
The Biting Truth boasted a team with over 20 years of combined experience, dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals and make confident food choices. Co-founder Anna Debenham, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, media nutritionist, guest speaker, and author, was committed to a whole foods approach to health. Anna and her co-founder met at Sydney University in 2014 while studying for their Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics, sharing a vision to revolutionise nutrition education in Australia.
Anna’s professional experience in addressing gut issues and her personal journey with food intolerances fuelled her passion for nutrition and wellbeing. The Biting Truth was a leading provider of high school nutrition programs, believing that the health and wellbeing of young individuals were essential for their overall growth and development. They emphasised fostering a positive relationship with food, the body, and physical activity.
The recent presentation by The Biting Truth enhanced students’ understanding of the importance of breakfast for cognitive performance, the effects of caffeine and its appropriate consumption, making healthy takeaway food choices, and debunking nutrition myths prevalent on social media.
Jeans for Genes Day
Friday 2 August
This year’s Jeans for Genes Day will be taking place Friday 2 August! This event is all about supporting medical research and raising funds for children and families living with genetic disorders.
Did you know 1 in 20 children faces a birth defect or genetic disease? That’s around 1 per class!
On Friday, students can come to school in their favourite pair of jeans or denim clothing, as well as the colour blue. For the privilege of dressing down, a gold coin donation will be collected during Tutor. Students may also wish to purchase a blue ribbon before school for $2 or buy a bake sale items in the Liggins Quad at recess.
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 distinctions 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)
Industry Day – Wednesday 7 August
Yr 11 Preliminary Examination Timetable
Timetables can be found on Pulse.
Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 11 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au