Year 12
Yr 12 Shine At Gala Arts
The Class of 2023 showcased a remarkable depth of talent in various artistic disciplines, including artists, instrumentalists, dancers, actors, and vocalists, during the 2023 Gala Arts evening. Congratulations to all the Yr 12 students who delivered outstanding performances, as well as the dedicated production crew who worked diligently behind the scenes to bring this state-of-the-art production to life.
A resounding round of applause goes to Hadley Wintle, who earned the prestigious title of overall winner of Gala Arts for his highly conceptual instrumental piece, Billie. Hadley’s performance on the alto saxophone, accompanied by Zi-Hao Lee on piano, created a mesmerising fusion with the soulful voices of Billie Holiday. The audience was treated to an extraordinary, highly original, and innovative performance.
Additionally, special recognition goes to Flynn Northam for securing the top spot in the Gala Arts Photo Competition senior category. Furthermore, congratulations to the Cowper House for claiming victory in the Gala Arts House Shield competition. Lastly, a heartfelt appreciation to the Arts Captains, Maya Little and Sebastian Tang, for their sensational job as MCs for the evening and to all the House Captains and Captains of Activities for their efforts in presenting each of the Gala Arts Performances to the audience.
The Gala Arts event was a true celebration of the Class of 2023’s artistic talent, and all involved should be immensely proud of their contributions and achievements.
Below are a list of the students and their outstanding performance pieces:
- Bach Suite 2 – Sabrina Blasco (Instrumental)
- The Play That Went Wrong – Sebastian Tang (Theatre)
- Safety of Distance – Hadley Wintle, Lachlan Scott, Lucy Baird, Jamison Houchell (Instrumental)
- That’s Life – Alyssa Tinetti (Dance)
- Quiet – Phoebe Barnett (Vocal)
- Laughing Wild – Daisy Oliver (Theatre)
- Addicted To You – Maya Little and Sam Chubb (Vocal)
- Billie – Hadley Wintle (Instrumental)
- Mad At You – Avalon Thomas (Dance)
- My Baby Cares For Me – Joe Griffiths, Lily Kneale, Oscar Whatmough, Jack Lazzarotto (Instrumental)
- Happiness Is A Butterfly – Elke Mueller, Jack Lazzarotto (Vocal)
- Ending – Bronte Backhouse (Dance)
- When I Grow Up – Sabrina Blasco, Poppy Justice, Claudia Lalich, Eve Phillips, Marli Prado, Alyssa Tinetti (Theatre)
Week 1 Year Assembly Growth Awards
HSC Growth Award
Congratulations to Mabel Hancock who was the recipient of last week’s Year Assembly HSC Growth Award.
Mabel’s Term 2 Effort Score was in the top 20 effort scores for Term 3 across Year 7 – 12. Mabel has increased her cocurricular involvement since the beginning of Yr 11 and she has also had numerous meetings with the Career Advisors, and her ‘Place in the World’ globe on the iGrow tree is full.
Well done Mabel!
IB Growth Award
Congratulations to Eve Phillips who was the recipient of last week’s Year Assembly IB Growth Award.
Eve’s effort score improved by 11.8% from Term 1 to Term 2. Eve has participated in a significant number of cocurricular activities including The Addams Family Musical and Gala Arts throughout her senior studies. Eve’s study habits improved significantly, particularly after a rocky Term 1. Eve has worked hard to find a balance between cocurricular activities and IB academic workload.
Well done Eve!
Yr 12 HSC and IB Trial Examinations
Best of luck to all Yr 12 students completing their Trial HSC and IB examinations over the next two weeks.
A reminder that students are to arrive 15 minutes before their exam begins. The exams will begin without the student if they are late. Yr 12 are also reminded to check approved equipment lists e.g. black pens, clear pencil cases/water bottles, no smart watches or phones etc.
In a brief Year Meeting this week, Yr 12 were encouraged to get a lift to school by parents and avoid driving directly to school. This is so students can arrive to school on time for their exam and remove any stress; particularly driving to and from an exam when accidents can happen if a student is feeling stressed and anxious during the Trial exam period.
2023 ICAS Science Competition
The 2023 ICAS Science competition will take place on Friday 25 August in school. Entry for students in Years 7-10 is voluntary. This year parents will sign up and pay for students directly in the ICAS shop. This needs to be completed before Monday 31 July. The cost of the test is $19.25. Please see the access details below.
Access details for parents:
Your Parent Payment System code is: YGA135
Your parent page link is here
Yr 12 Legacy Gift – Class of 2023 sports towels and tote bags are here!
Students are inviting the entire Redlands community to support their fundraising efforts and contribute to the means-tested Redlands Foundation Scholarship Fund, to honour Dr Sue Morey AM who graduated from Redlands in 1959 and dedicated over 50 years of service to public health in Australia and continue a legacy of previous cohorts.
“We appreciate your support in our final year, as we come to the end of our Redlands journey. If you wish to join us, please purchase sports towels and/or tote bags, or contribute directly to the Scholarship Fund.” Yr 12 students
If you make a purchase, products will be available this Term (July/August) either delivered to your child’s class/tutor or by post. For any questions, please contact foundation@redlands.nsw.edu.au.
Mr Nicholas Walker
Yr 12 Year Advisor
nwalker@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9909 3133