From The Principal

Recent media articles regarding the use of electronic devices in schools, such as mobile phones and laptop computers, have created flow on discussion within school communities and thus I thought it would be useful to highlight our position at Redlands. The topic is certainly not a recent one in education; however, with the COVID pandemic having led to students spending more time on electronic devices at home, the concerns raised are enhanced and we are all rightly focused on the wellbeing of young people.

A number of years ago the School reviewed its procedures in terms of student use of mobile phones and moved to a position in which mobile phones were not to be used during the school day for all Junior Campus students and students in Years 7 to 10. Phones are to be kept in school lockers during the day and are confiscated if used without permission. At Redlands we aim to acknowledge and respect that as students mature, they can demonstrate increased responsibility and students in Years 11 and 12 are allowed to utilise their mobile phones during the School day. It is common that they utilise online calendars and other organisational tools throughout the day. We also enable our Yr 12 students to access the local community shops during lunchtime, which is a privilege that they greatly appreciate.

At the end of Yr 12 we survey our students to receive feedback regarding their experience at Redlands.  One of the questions specifically asks whether they feel that they ‘have been able to make appropriate use of computers’ to assist in their learning. The response has been consistently high and in 2021 the result was a score of 9 on a 10-point agreement scale. Laptop computers and iPads provide an important educational tool and our staff work collaboratively and creatively with our exceptional e-Learning Coordinators on each campus to plan high quality educational units of work. It is also important that we are preparing our students for real life and supporting them to develop their computing skills.

The School has detailed ICT Use policies in place and staff are well aware of the importance of the balanced and appropriate use of technology in the classroom. It is important that we work with parents in educating students regarding issues relating to cyber safety and their wellbeing. The amount of time some young people are currently spending on electronic devices at home and socially is a cause for concern and we encourage parents to have open conversations regarding this with their children and with the School. Redlands has partnered with Cyber Safety Hub to provide current resources to support the community in this important area and I encourage you to visit the website: Learn More

Director of Music, Amy Richardson, confirmed this week that Redlands has made the Australian Music Examinations Board’s Top Ten list in the category of ‘Most Outstanding Accredited School’ for NSW. Sincere thanks go to the Music Administration team, our Specialist Music Tutors who provided Zoom lessons and piano accompaniment, and parents (acting as Camera crew) in a tremendous partnership – striving to position our students as they worked hard for these learning milestones during the remote learning context of 2021. Nearly 40 students achieved a result of ‘Distinction’ (or higher) and we are very proud of them.

Congratulations to Edward Atkins who has recently been appointed to the position as Head of Outdoor Education and Winter School, following David Gregory’s decision to resign from the role to pursue other interests (from mid-May). Mr Atkins is currently the Yr 8 Year Advisor and a PDHPE teacher in the Secondary School, who has significant pastoral leadership and outdoor education experience. He will lead our Outdoor Education program with passion and distinction, and we sincerely thank Mr Gregory for his valued contribution to Redlands and for enhancing the program over the last four years.     

Mr Stephen Webber

Photo Caption: a very well done to all Redlands sailors who competed at the Interschools Teams Racing NSW State Championships regatta at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron in Kirribilli over the weekend. 

Foundation

Science and Innovation Luncheon

The Science and Innovation Luncheon is right around the corner, only 2 weeks away! 

An exciting panel of Alumni Speakers will share their experiences in this field as guests enjoy a magnificent gourmet luncheon with spectacular Sydney Harbour views.

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Auction Now OPEN!

We have an exciting array of auction items generously donated by our local business community, parents and corporate partners.  Don’t miss out on your chance to secure something amazing while supporting the means-tested, Dr Sue Morey AM Scholarship, the fifth Redlands Foundation Scholarship which honours and celebrates Dr Morey’s outstanding contribution and service to public health in Australia.

Auction will close on 20 May!

Platinum Luncheon, Redlands Hall

This week we were excited to welcome just over 70 ‘Old Girls’ back to Redlands. This was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the rich history and development of our Redlands programs and facilities.

We would like to thank those students in Year 11 who kindly escorted our guests, our Year 6 students who wrote cards full of warm wishes deepening connections across generations of Redlanders, and to our extraordinary music students from Years 10, 11 and 12 whose preparation and talent enabled them to shine as they gave exceptional performances for our Alumnae to enjoy.

We would also like to acknowledge the presence of Redlands Alumni Association Committee Members who attended this event and donated a small gift to those celebrating their 50 and 60 year Reunions with their School.

A special thank you to everyone involved, including our incredible Redlands Facilities and Catering teams.

Mrs Dana Casimaty
Director of Development
dcasimaty@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9858

RPFA

Term 2 is off to a great start with a few initiatives getting off the ground shortly.

Off the back of the Senior School fundraiser last term for Trinity Catholic College in Lismore, Prep and Junior School will be participating in the Light for Lismore Service Project to help The Northern River Children’s Services, a not-for-profit organisation which provides day care to over 2000 children in flood impacted areas. We will be collecting donations of stationery and craft supplies (new or used in excellent condition) starting next week. Please see below for a full list of requested supplies. The project will also provide students with hands-on experience – from a letter-writing and picture-drawing campaign to send messages of hope and support to their peers in Lismore as well as decorating boxes in which to send the supplies.

Later this month, we also aim to collect old uniforms for recycling by Worn Up. As a courtesy to our volunteers and due to limited storage space, we please ask that uniforms sent in this term are Redlands branded and not suitable for the secondhand uniform sale, eg old sports uniforms. We will be collecting current uniforms in good condition for the next secondhand uniform sale in Term 3.

Coming Up

Parent / Family Get-togethers

• Thurs 5 May     Yr 4 drinks at the Licensee’s Flat at The Oaks from 6pm. Purchase tickets here
• Fri 13 May        Yr 12 coffee at Sunflower Lounge, Spofforth St from 8.30am
•                            Yr 7 coffee at various locations from 8.30. Pls contact year parents for details
• Mon 23 May     Yr 10 morning coffee at 4 Kardinia Rd, Mosman from drop off til 10.30am
• Thurs 26 May  Yr 7 drinks at The Buena, Mosman from 6.30pm. Purchase tickets here
• Sun 29 May      5 White Wild Lights at Taronga at 5.30pm followed by dinner at The Buena, Mosman at 7pm. Two-fold booking for tickets for the zoo and dinner
• Wed 1 Jun        Yr 9 drinks at The Oaks, Neutral Bay from 6.30pm. More details to follow
• Thurs 2 Jun      Yr 8 drinks at Mosman Rowers. More details to follow
• Wed 8 Jun        Yr 11 drinks at The Oaks, Neutral Bay. More details to follow
• Wed 15 Jun      Yr 10 Mexican Night at SoCal, Neutral Bay. More details to follow
• Thurs 16 Jun    Yr 9 coffee catch up at Le Patisserie 76 from 8-10am
•                            5 White Mum’s Night Out at the Green Moustache, North Sydney at 7pm
• Fri 17 Jun         Yr 12 coffee morning at Pasture of Balmoral, 51 The Esplanade from 8.30am
• Fri 24 Jun         Yr 12 Parent Formal Night. Details TBC

Other Events

Sun 8 May        The Mother’s Day Classic fun run and walk to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Join the Redlands team in the race or donate to this great cause here

Fri 20 May        Science and Innovation luncheon at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron in Kirribilli to support this year’s scholarship fund dedicated to Dr Sue Morey. Purchase tickets here

Sun 29 May      Foot of the River Parent Rowing Regatta

Walks on Tracks

Our next walk on Wed 11 May is at Narrabeen Lake. Meet outside ProKayaks on the lake at 11Narrabeen St at 8.40am. Any questions, please contact Ann Marie Kimber or call 0406 691 533.

Book Club

Our next book clubs next meeting will be an evening event on Wed 11 May to discuss The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. Enquiries and new members welcome. Please contact Katherine Dixon or call 0432 619 890 for further information.

Spring Fair

The Spring Fair is a highly anticipated bi-annual event for our School community, with stalls raising money for the school as well as charities nominated by students. The daytime event currently scheduled for Sat 3 Sept is centred around food, fun and entertainment, showcasing the community’s diversity and depth of students’ art-related activities. Please let us know if you would be interested in joining us for a coffee to discuss and be part of organising this wonderful event here.

Photo Gallery

Light for Lismore Supplies

2022 RPFA Committee

President: JP Forrest
Vice President: Brittne Whitelaw
Secretary: Rebecca James 
Treasurer: Annette Swann
Committee – Declan Hourihan, Jennifer Mast, Jo Lloyd, Karen Nicholson, Kate Kesby, Lisa Middlebrook, Maria Kinsela, Monique Scattini

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Events

Science and Innovation Luncheon

The Science and Innovation Luncheon is right around the corner, only 2 weeks away! 

An exciting panel of Alumni Speakers will share their experiences in this field as guests enjoy a magnificent gourmet luncheon with spectacular Sydney Harbour views.

Book Now

Head of Secondary School

A Sunny Week 2

It was great to see Yr 12 back on campus in a regular capacity yesterday. They are a calming influence for the younger students and despite the pressures of the final year, they are always smiling and positive as they move through the school. The sunny days have been welcomed by all and students have enjoyed playing outside at recess and lunch and using the Fahl Garden for their lessons. Ms Walker had her Yr 11 Geography students learning on the Fahl Garden and the rooftop garden for their double lesson on Wednesday. Her students used their mobile phones to photograph and record artefacts for their research into sustainability. It was great to observe students and teachers enjoying the space, and being able to use it for learning and play. Seeing the community in this way felt like we were almost back to ‘normal’ and there was a lovely surge of hope for the future. This week has seen a range of events in the Secondary School: Yr 11 Burn Bright, Yr 11 Moneyvest Workshop, Yr 10 Diagnostic Testing and the Platinum Luncheon. Being able to welcome our extended community and guests onto campus furthered that feeling of normalcy and I was really proud of how maturely the secondary students conducted themselves across a range of activities this week.

Yr 7 & 8 Assembly

This morning we met with Yr 7 and 8 to reiterate some key messages. Firstly, we congratulated our Stage 4 students for their strong Term 1 effort grades. They’ve made an exemplary start to the school year and have many reasons to be proud of their academic commitment and participation so far. Ms Rolon, our Dean of Studies, spoke with students about their upcoming assessments this term and reminded them of the various support mechanisms available to them in the school. We also reiterated 1.5-2 hours of home learning each evening and an increased effort on the weekends, spending 2-3 hours on class learning, revision and/or assessment preparation. Shifting students’ perspectives about outside of school learning is fundamental to them becoming independent and agentic learners. The aim is they shift their understanding and approach to homelearning from something they are forced to do, and therefore often complete in a rush, to an activity they take time over and gain value from.

We then moved to a discussion of the school values. Students were reminded that they will face serious consequences if they engage in behaviours that are not conducive with the Redlands values of honesty, respect, responsibility, compassion, fairness and moral courage.

Vaping is one of these concerning behaviours, and engaging in vaping undermines the values of respect (for oneself and others) and responsibility (to self and others). Students were reminded about the detrimental effects of vaping (smoking e-cigarettes; also known as, juuls or STIGS) on a person’s health, and that vaping at school, or in school uniform is a serious breach of the school rules. We outlined what vapes are, how they look, taste and smell and the harmful impact they have on health. I also confirmed for students that we have vape detectors in key locations across the school because we have a zero-tolerance approach to vaping at Redlands.

The importance of moral courage was also reinforced with students in our assembly. We spoke of the dangers of a bystander culture, especially when students stand-by and do not report risky or inappropriate behaviour in their peers.

Risky or inappropriate behaviour may occur in-person, or online. It may be physical or emotional in nature, such as:

• Watching whilst others intentionally break the school rules
• Sharing or receiving videos of others breaking the school rules
• Composing offensive or hurtful text messages to another student or group of students
• Taking sides in an argument and/or excluding people, in-person or online

We reminded students that is their Redlands responsibility to look out for each other and their School; to hold each other accountable for their personal and online safety.

With a focus on three of the Redlands values: responsibility, respect and moral courage, we explored how students should demonstrate these values, by:

• Being the best version of themselves
• Showing respect to each other and having respect for themselves (online and in-person)
• Asking for help/guidance if they need it – not waiting for a teacher to ask if they need help, but stepping up and speaking up for themselves and others
• Stepping up and speaking up if they witness behaviour which results in increased risk to others and our community
• Understanding that the School has confidential processes and safe spaces to enable students to step up and speak up
• Asking students to consider how they can become a young person of character and strength, who is respected by others, and who in turn, respects themselves

Distribution of Rapid Antigen Tests

Next week, each student will be sent home with an additional supply of ten Rapid Antigen Tests which should be used for discretionary purposes. Specifically, students should return a daily negative Rapid Antigen Test before coming to school if they have been deemed a household/close contact. In addition, if a student is showing COVID-19 symptoms, they should stay home and take a Rapid Antigen Test.

Dance Worlds Championship Florida

Sam Hely, Yr 11 HSC, recently competed in the Dance World Championships in Florida. She competed in Open Jazz and her team finished 7th in the world, an achievement that surpassed her expectations, and was gladly received, no doubt! Below is a photo of Sam and her dance captain Elise Thomas (Redlander) with the trophy.

Mother’s Day Classic

On Sunday 8 May, Redlands will be participating at the Mother’s Day Classic to honour and support the 1 in 7 women diagnosed with breast cancer. This year is an extra special year for the Mother’s Day Classic community as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of getting active for breast cancer research. So, tell your friends, recruit your siblings, enlist your family and join us for a special day out!

Register or donate to Team Redlands here.

Parents and Carers Information Evening

Respectful Relationships: Dr Tessa Opie
Monday 23 May, 7.00-8.30pm
Redlands Hall

All parents and carers are invited to this presentation on Respectful Relationships Education: At School and in the Home. Last year Dr Opie’s workshop was well received by Redlands parents and carers, and we envision this year’s information evening will be just as informative and valuable. As seating numbers are limited, booking is essential so please ensure that you book via this link by Friday 20 May to avoid disappointment. This presentation will target parents and carers of students in Years 6 through 12; however, all Redlands parents and carers are welcome.

Local Community Event to Support Parents

Ms Gemma Van de Peer
Head of Secondary School
gvandepeer@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9811 

Service

Matthew Talbot

On Monday morning we were provided with the opportunity to participate in the Mathew Talbot service based in Woolloomooloo. Mathew Talbot, founded by St Vincent De Paul, is a support service for homeless men which provides shelter and their access to essential services including meals.

We departed school at 6.30am on Monday morning and once we arrived, we helped other volunteers to set up the dining hall with cutlery for the breakfast service, available for both men residing in the shelter and from outside. We also had the responsibility of packing up the dining hall, this included clearing plates and wiping down tables before our return to school by 8.20am. 

We all really enjoyed participating in the service and it was a great way to start the day. The men were all so friendly and grateful and it was such a heartening and rewarding experience to be involved in. It caused us to reflect on the hardships affecting others, homelessness as a local and global issue and the importance of community services. We recommend everyone looking for ways to get involved with service at Redlands to sign up. If you are looking to sign up, organise a group of three and email Ms Riley your names to volunteer, or for any other enquiries.

Emilie, Tess and Bronte

(Yr 11)

Mother’s Day Classic

On Sunday 8 May, Redlands will be participating at the Mother’s Day Classic to honour and support the 1 in 7 women diagnosed with breast cancer. This year is an extra special year for the Mother’s Day Classic community as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of getting active for breast cancer research. So tell your friends, recruit your siblings, enlist your family and join us for a special day out!

Register for Team Redlands here.

Balmoral Swim

It was terrific to see Redlands families and friends down at Balmoral Beach on Sunday morning for the Balmoral Swim Schools Relay Challenge. Our teams represented the Redlands exceptionally well, and we raised over $1000 for the Children’s Cancer Institute. Thank you to all the students who competed and families who donated.

Ms Rachael Riley
Coordinator of Service and Social Engagement
rriley@redlands.nsw.edu.au 

University and Careers

For a full list of career events please see Redlands Pulse.

Below are some important reminders and upcoming closing dates. 

Year 12 

ANU Early Entry 

ANU direct early entry closes 23 May. 

Learn More

Cocurricular forms should be completed and uploaded by this date. 

If you are eligible for EAS, make sure you upload supporting documentation by this date also. 

Sydney Conservatorium of Music Auditions 

You can apply for an early unconditional offer through the Creative Arts Special Admission Scheme for the following programs: 

Bachelor of Music 

Bachelor of Music (Composition) 

Bachelor of Music (Performance) 

You need to pass the audition requirement to be eligible to receive an early offer. 

Registration for auditions are open now and expected to close 30 June 2022. 

Undergraduate courses and admission – Sydney Conservatorium of Music 

Macquarie University Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Program 

Opens 1 June 

Learn More

No closing date for applications has been released, it is recommended to apply early. 

Other Early Entry Programs 

For a full list of universities offering early entry click here. 

Note most have not released open or close dates yet. 

Not every university offers an Early Entry program, so if you can’t find a program from the university you 

want to attend then you may need to apply as per normal. 

UCAT  

Registrations close 17 May. 

Please refer to the UCAT ANZ website for all information regarding the test: ucat.edu.au 

Professional Cadetships Australia Scholarships Closing 

Applications close 25 May. 

Business Cadetships that offers students opportunity of paid work in the financial services industry while studying at University of their choice. Companies sponsoring these cadetships are UBS, Barrenjoey Capital partners and Macquarie Group.  

Learn More

Year 11 

Careers Expo Excursion 

2 June 8.20 – 11.45am 

You will receive information shortly regarding the Year 11 Careers Expo excursion. 

Year 10 

Year 10 UAC and Sydney University Presentation  

6 June 5.30 – 6.30pm, Venue TBA  

Open to Year 10 students, parents and carers 

Mrs Justine Fowler and Ms Clare Hurst
University and Careers Advisors
careers@redlands.nsw.edu.au 

Year 12

Welcome back to Term 2 for the class of 2022. I hope your families all had a wonderful rest during the Easter break. Many Yr 12 students also made effective use of the studying opportunities available for them on campus over the holiday period, which was great to see. The Half-Yearly assessments over the past week and a half of Term 2 have proceeded very smoothly and it was a pleasure to note how mature and calm most students have approached these assessments. On Wednesday this week we met for the first time this term as a Year Group for a workshop run by the organisation ‘MoneyVest’, helping Yr 12 students understand superannuation and their options, investing and saving, payslips, budgeting and moving out of home.

Yr 12 Camp

In the last week of Term 1, we finally made it on camp! Despite the need to change the date three times and the venue twice, we were able to get away to the Blue Mountains for 2 nights and 3 days, returning a day early due to heavy rain. All students had a wonderful time participating in activities such as mountain biking, horse riding, bush walking and yoga, as well as having some time to study and chat with their friends. In the evenings we held a trivia night, hosted brilliantly by Amber Williams and Joel Keith, and a movie night. On the final morning we had a time for reflection where students read the letters that they had written to themselves in Yr 7, followed by the letters written by parents and then they wrote a letter to themselves that we will post to them before they begin their final examinations. This was quite an emotional time for many, particularly as they read their parents’ letters of love and support during their final year of school. Due to the need to leave the Blue Mountains a day early, and the fact that we have all become experts at making last minute changes to plans and being able to adapt the situation to best suit everyone, we were able to host the final camp dinner – the ‘Oscar’ night, dress as a celebrity dinner in Redlands Hall on the Thursday evening, with a special thanks going to our wonderful comperes for the evening, Kyle Banfield and Louise Colin (photos to come next week!).

Battle of the Bands

Towards the end of last term, the annual Battle of the Bands competition was held at school. Congratulations to all that participated in this musical event, and particularly to the following talented winners below:
Overall Battle of the Bands 2022 Winner
With his own original composition, ‘You ain’t coming back’, Callum Wardman-Browne (Keys/Vocals) accompanied by Austin Stapleton (Drums)
Division 3 Bands
Winner: Masters of Spinjitzu 
Ashley Manovel (Guitar/Vocals)
Solomon Osbourne (Bass)
Austin Stapleton (Drums)
Division 3 Unplugged
Winner: Callum Wardman-Browne (Keys/Vocals) & Austin Stapleton (Drums)

Sporting achievements

Congratulations to 2022 Swimming Captain Erik Scott (Yr 12) who had a large meet at the recent CIS Swimming Championships, finishing 11th in both the 50m Freestyle & Butterfly, 9th in the 100m Backstroke, 5th in the 200m Backstroke and 4th in the 50m Backstroke. Erik also recently participated at the Swimming Nationals in Adelaide, with good swims in a number of events. Also, congratulations to Sophie McMillan who has been selected for ISA Hockey Opens team.

Key Dates

• Yr 12 Formal – 24 June
• Trial Examinations – 8 – 19 August
• HSC final school day – 21 September
• Valedictory dinner – 21 September
• Last day of Term 3 – 22 September
• HSC Exams – 12 October – 7 November
• IB final school day – 14 October
• IB Exams – 24 October – 9 November

Ms Rebecca Mountain
Yr12 Advisor
rmountain@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9908 6462

Year 11

Day of Hope

On Tuesday, Yr 11 participated in the empowering Day of Hope, presented by former Young Australian of the Year and popular High School Speaker Glen Gerreyn. Some of the key takeaways for Yr 11 included the following:

• Stop comparing yourself against others. 
• Spend more time creating than comparing. 
• Self Awareness manifests self-management. 
• If you believe in your dreams, your craft and yourself, your parents will believe in your dreams too. If you’re not devoted – get another dream. 
• Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour. 
• You are more than enough. 
• Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard. 
• Don’t let success get to your head or failure get to your heart.

On Friday during Tutor Time, Yr 11 will be creating vision boards that will assist them with clarifying, concentrating and maintaining focus on specific goals throughout their senior years of study and into the future. 

Student Achievement 

Congratulations Emilie Bessell who competed at the U18 Australian National Junior Championships in Ballarat over the school holidays. As a part of the NSW Metro team they finished in 6th place, congratulations Emilie! 

Well done to Seb Griffiths who was part of the the U18 NSW Blues Development team who placed 5th at the Australian Hockey Championships in Cairns. The Blues only lost one game and missed the semis only on goal difference to the Victoria 1 team. Well done Seb! 

Congratulations to Orabella Cornelius who has been selected to represent NSW in the annual Australian Gymnastics Championships to be held on the Gold Coast in May. Best of luck Orabella!

Congratulations to Mabel Hancock who won a gold medal at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships!

Congratulations to Loch Wilding  who finished 11^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Freestyle, 7^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Butterfly and 4^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Breaststroke at the CIS Swimming Carnival. 

Redlands Yr 11 HSC Visual Arts exhibition.

Well done to all the Yr 11 HSC Visual Arts students for completing their Visual Arts Body of Work. All works have been carefully displayed in the gallery on Level 1 of the Learning Hub. The theme of the Collection of Works is “Extraordinary in the ordinary” where students had to base their works on the beauty in the every day.  Each student’s body of work had to include photography, supported with a medium of their choice. All the works are all conceptually impressive. 

ISA XC Trials – Friday 6 May 

A reminder to all Yr 11 students that the ISA XC Trials are taking place tomorrow morning at 6.30am at Balmoral Oval. Students will need to make their own way to Balmoral and a bus will drop students back to the Secondary School after the trial. Students will need to bring their full school uniform to get changed into before period 1. Best of luck to all the Yr 11s who have signed up to compete in the trial. 

Mr Nicholas Walker
Yr 11 Year Advisor
nwalker@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9909 3133

Year 10

Important Upcoming Dates

• Thursday 5 May Allwell Testing
• Wednesday 11 May Paul Dillon Yr 10 Presentation
• 13-19 May Yr 10 Half-Yearly Exam Block – see timetable in Redlands Pulse 
• Friday 20 May Recent Alumni and Yr 11 & 12 Student Panel for Yr 10 Subject Selection
• Monday 23 May In Your Skin with Dr. Tessa Opie Parent Evening Seminar
• Thursday 26 May Meningococcal ACWY Vaccinations
• Wednesday 1 June 5:30-8pm Yr 10 into Yr 11 Pathway Information Forum and Subject Walk’n’Talk
• 2-10 June Year 10 Subject Selection Guidance Conversations
• Monday 6 June 5:30-6:30pm Year 10 Sydney University and UAC subject selection Information Evening
• Wednesday 8 June 4:30-7:30pm Year 10 Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Tuesday 14 June Final submission of Subject Selections for Yr 11
• Thursday 3 November Vaccination Catch-Ups

Paul Dillon Young People, Alcohol and Risk Taking: Looking After your Mates

Focussing primarily on alcohol, this introductory session attempts to debunk some of the myths in this area, particularly around how to look after friends. Accurate, up-to-date and credible information will be provided to assist young people to make healthier choices. The latest prevalence rates of alcohol and other drug use by Secondary School students will be discussed, with an emphasis on ‘positive norms’, i.e., how many young people choose not to drink alcohol or use other drugs. Basic life skills will also be discussed around alcohol-related emergencies, including knowing when to call an ambulance. Yr 10 will receive this presentation during P1 and P2 on Wednesday, 11 May. 

Dr Tessa Opie Parent Seminar and Student Workshops

Further information regarding Dr Tessa Opie and her seminar for parents and workshops for students came out in a letter to parents today from the Deputy Principal, Mr. Sean Corcoran. Please refer to this letter for further information.

Yr 10 Vaccinations 2022

Each year NSW Health works in partnership with schools to offer the vaccines recommended by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) for adolescents as part of the school vaccination program.

The following vaccine will be offered for Yr 10 students: Meningococcal ACWY vaccine on 26 May, 2022.

Parent Information Kits that include an information sheet, consent form and privacy statement will be handed to students in Week 2 to bring home to parents/guardians. To consent to the vaccination of their child, parents/guardians are advised to:

• read all the information provided
• complete the consent form, including signing their name next to the vaccine/s they would like their child to receive
• return the completed consent form before Friday 13 May. Students are to drop off the consent forms to the Student Services Office.

Parents please ensure;

• your child eats breakfast on the day of the school vaccination clinic
• your child brings a mask to wear whilst in the clinic
• your child does not attend school if they are unwell or if they have any symptoms of Covid

Absent students

Please note that, to improve vaccination completion, students will be offered a catch-up vaccination at a subsequent clinic. They do not need to go to their GP for the missed vaccine.

Parents/guardians who do not wish their child to receive the vaccination should return the uncompleted consent form.

A Record of Vaccination will be provided to each student vaccinated at each clinic as a physical card. Details about vaccinations given at school will also be uploaded to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) to support complete vaccination histories. Parents can obtain this through the myGov website or the Express Plus Medicare Mobile app. (Anyone aged 14 years or older has to get their own statement.)

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Student Acknowledgements and Congratulations 

Congratulations to Jess Van Extel for being selected for ISA Hockey. Well done, Jess!

We had a number of students compete at the NSWCIS Swimming Championships across Monday evening and Tuesday. The Inter Boys relay team made up of Lachlan Green (Yr 9), Xander Halfen (Yr 10), Rafferty Heard (Yr 10) and  Julius Keller (Yr 10) finished 10th over all with a time of 2:09.56 which is a great effort!

Well done to Xander Halfen who finished 9th in both the Boys 15-16 100m & 200m backstroke and also finished 7th in the Boys 15-16 50m Backstroke.

Several Yr 10 students were involved in the Redlands Rugby Camp this past weekend. Students worked hard Friday through Sunday and there were several opportunities for skill development and growth as a leader. Students returned extremely tired yet thankful for this opportunity. Students involved: Eliot de Macedo-Stewart, Harrison Winder, Henry Charles, Hugo Little, Hugo Scott, Jack Stevens, James Ashby, James Stuart, Jay Sefton, Joseph Hooper, Kane Thompson, Krishan Price, Lawrence Jones, Lockelyn Kraus, Luca Solgaard, Max Stepniak, Miles Eden, William Algar, William Andrew and William de Saxe.

Ms Alissa Ynson
Yr 10 Advisor
aynson@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9865    

Year 9

Ms Charlie Putman – It’s a boy!

Congratulations to our wonderful Tutor, Charli Putman and partner Dan who are both incredibly happy with the very punctual arrival of their new son Ellis, on the 26th of April.

Charli, Dan and Ellis are all doing very well.

Balmoral Swim – Dive into the Balmoral Swim to make a splash for Cancer

On 1 May, after a rescheduling of dates, a group of Yr 9 Redlands students put together a team to partake in the Schools Relay Challenge.

Every week nearly three Australian children will die of cancer. Children’s Cancer Institute believes this is three too many. Their vision is to save the lives of all children with cancer and improve their long-term health, through research. Their organisation exists solely to put an end to childhood cancer. Sixty years ago, cancer was nearly always a death sentence for a child. Now eight out of 10 children survive – and it is medical research that has made this huge difference.

Balmoral Swim for Cancer has been supporting the Children’s Cancer Institute since 2006. Their mission is to cure all children. Fundraising from the swim, will help support research programs like their Zero Childhood Cancer Program. 

Children’s Cancer Institute are pioneering the move into personalised medicine through the Zero Childhood Cancer Program, which is run in partnership with the Kids Cancer Centre at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick. As part of a nationwide clinical trial currently in its third year, children diagnosed with high-risk cancer (those with less than 30% chance of survival) have a sample from their cancer sent to their laboratories. They analyse its genetic makeup, identify which drugs are most likely to be effective, and test these in their disease models. The results are then used to develop a tailored treatment plan for each individual child. This is the first time anything like this has been done in Australia, and it is saving lives. 

This Australian-first program will give hope to children who are at highest risk of treatment failure, by identifying the best possible tailored treatments for them. Zero Childhood Cancer is a key step towards the vision of one day curing 100% of children with cancer.

Overall, the Balmoral Swim fundraised an astonishing $95,288.

Congratulations to all students who participated in the event.

NSWCIS Swimming Championships

NSWCIS Swimming Championships were held over Monday & Tuesday. The Inter Boys relay team made up of Lachlan Green (Yr 9), Xander Halfen (Yr 10), Rafferty Heard (Yr 10) and Julius Keller (Yr 10) finished 10^th over all with a time of 2:09.56 which is a great effort! 

Cross Country Carnival 

Unfortunately due to weather the Term 1 Cross Country Carnival was postponed, therefore the 2022 Redlands Cross Country Carnival will be held across 3 sections for Seniors (Yr 11 & 12), Intermediates (Yr 9 & 10) and Juniors (Yr 7 & 8). 

The carnival will be for competitive runners, with registrations due by Wednesday 4 May (Term 2, Week 2).   

Students must compete to be considered for the ISA Championships. 

The carnival will run on the following dates & times:

Juniors (Yr 7 & 8) 
3:30pm – 5:00pm – (must pre-register), bus will transport students to and from school. 

This will still be an official carnival counting towards House Aggregate Points and age champions this will be a time bases award.

The Cross Country Carnival will take place at Balmoral Oval.

2022 Redlands Cross Country Registration Link

Come and visit the sport office at recess or lunch if you have any questions.

A confirmed timetable along with details of the arrival and departure process will be available via Redlands Pulse – Cross Country

Only students who have registered for the event will be able to attend. 

NAPLAN Tests

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment of literacy and numeracy skills. Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 participate in the annual tests in writing, reading, conventions of language (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy. All NSW schools will sit NAPLAN online in 2022.

Yr 7 and 9 students will be participating in NAPLAN between 10 and 12 May 2022. A catch up opportunity for any missed test sessions will be provided on 13 May.

Students are required to bring the following to the test:

• A fully charged laptop
• Headphones
• A pen or pencil

If you have any questions about NAPLAN, please contact the Dean of Studies (Years 7-10), Ms Anna-Marie Rolon.

Valuable Parent Resources

Parties, gatherings, and sleepovers: How can parents keep their teens safe?

Hosting a Teenage Party

2022 Parent and Carer Education Topic Schedule

Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 9 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Year 8

Thank you and see you soon

It is with a heavy heart that I depart the Yr 8 cohort from May 16 and move into a new role inside of Redlands. It has been an absolute pleasure leading this wonderful group of students through their transition into Secondary School. I know that they are going to develop into fine young adults and they will continue to be assisted by our fantastic tutors and the incoming year advisors. I will still have plenty of opportunities to engage with and be part of the Yr 8 cohort as they move through the Secondary School in my new role as the Head of Winter School and Outdoor Education. 

Thanks, Eddy Atkins 

Dr Tessa Opie Parent Seminar and Student Workshops

Further information regarding Dr. Tessa Opie and her seminar for parents and workshops for students came out in a letter to parents today from the Deputy Principal, Mr. Sean Corcoran. Please refer to this letter for further information.

Cross Country Carnival 

Unfortunately due to weather the Term 1 Cross Country Carnival was postponed, therefore the 2022 Redlands Cross Country Carnival will be held across 3 sections for Seniors (Yr 11 & 12), Intermediates (Yr 9 & 10) and Juniors (Yr 7 & 8). 

The carnival will be for competitive runners, with registrations due by Wednesday 4th May (Term 2, Week 2).   

Students must compete to be considered for the ISA Championships. 

The carnival will run on the following dates & times:

Juniors (Yr 7 & 8) 
3:30pm – 5:00pm – (must pre-register), bus will transport students to and from school. 

This will still be an official carnival counting towards House Aggregate Points and age champions this will be a time bases award.

The Cross Country Carnival will take place at Balmoral Oval.

2022 Redlands Cross Country Registration Link 

Come and visit the sport office at recess or lunch if you have any questions.

A confirmed timetable along with details of the arrival and departure process will be available via Redlands Pulse – Cross Country

Only students who have registered for the event will be able to attend. 

Mr Edward Atkins
Yr 8 Advisor 
eatkins@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9909 3133

Year 7

At this point in the term students will be be engaging in assessment for learning and they will have assessment tasks to hand in. Today, our Dean of Studies (Yrs 7-10), Ms Anna-Marie Rolon, spoke with our Year 7 students about where to seek help if they were concerned or unsure about any aspect of an assessment task. Ms Rolon reminded students in the first instance that they should speak with their class teacher or the Subject Coordinator. Teachers will be able to support students should they struggle understanding the requirements, marking criteria or if they have poor task initiation, or are failing to progress in a timely manner. Year 7 Tutors are also a good source of support and will be able to work with students if organisation is a problem. Students were also reminded of the Study Centre where specialist subject teachers and coordinators give of their time to work with students. The Study Centre timetable is available on the Year 7 Core Page in iLearn. 

Computational Algorithmic Thinking Competition

Congratulations to the following students who will be participating in the Computational Algorithmic Thinking Competition tomorrow. William Thomson, Samuel Turton, Ruairi Lambert, Patrick Sun, Lukas Radich, Rowan Petersen, Matthew Sutton, James Forrest, Rory Henderson, Daniel Benoliel, Jeffrey Benoliel, Alex Heller, Robbie Smith, Andy Guan, Lyndon Westbrook, Nicholas Xenidis, Merrick Schmidt, Daniel Bond, Charlie Reeves and Patrick Sun.

NAPLAN Tests

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment of literacy and numeracy skills. Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 participate in the annual tests in writing, reading, conventions of language (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy. All NSW schools will sit NAPLAN online in 2022.

Year 7 and 9 students will be participating in NAPLAN between 10 and 12 May 2022. A catch up opportunity for any missed test sessions will be provided on 13 May.

Students are required to bring the following to the test:

• A fully charged laptop
• Headphones
• A pen or pencil

If you have any questions about NAPLAN, please contact the Dean of Studies (Yrs 7-10), Ms Anna-Marie Rolon.

Ms Sarah Matthews
Yr 7 Advisor
smatthews@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9908 6494

Head of Junior School

Reporting Live from Canberra!

I am currently enjoying a wonderful couple of days with Year 6 on camp in Canberra and as I write this, both the sun and our intrepid campers are rising as we look forward to another day of action-packed activities. It has been a wonderful trip again and I have enjoyed the many opportunities to sit and enjoy a conversation over a meal or on an activity with students, which are always a highlight for me on each Junior School camp. Through a combination of both COVID and last year’s floods, this Year Group have not been on a camp since Yr 3 and of course, some of the group have not been on a camp before. So, it is a credit to them that they have been such a cohesive and supportive group and embraced and faced each challenge and activity presented to them.

The students have been actively engaged in rich learning experiences in both civics and outdoor education such as the high-ropes course, camping, canoeing, hiking and mountain biking, interspersed with curriculum-related learning experiences at CSIRO, the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, the Museum of Australian Democracy and the National Gallery of Australia, where my day started yesterday with three of the groups. They have also enjoyed evening activities at the Observatory, the Botanical Gardens and this evening, the group have a private session at Questacon, the interactive National Science and Technology Centre, which is always a student highlight.

One of the things that has made me particularly proud has been observing how the students have been looking after one another and I have seen and received consistent feedback from various sources about how polite, engaged and respectful the group have been.

To assist in meeting the cost of part of our week in the nation’s capital, the Australian Government generously contributes funding of $20 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs, which is duly acknowledged and paid directly to the School upon completion of the excursion. This has supported the opportunity for our students to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy. The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education.

We have posted a number of pictures of the trip so far on the Year 6 page on Redlands Pulse for you to enjoy and get a feel of the trip so far and I look forward to joining families welcome the group back at approximately 4pm on Friday afternoon. I know you will also join me in thanking the amazing team of teachers here caring for the group. It is a huge responsibility, but the meticulous planning of Mrs Robinson, Mr Watkins and the team has helped with the smooth organisation of the week yet again.

Yr 4 Camp (11-13 May)

We are looking forward to Yr 4 being our next camp group out next week. Yr 4 families should have received a detailed letter on Tuesday outlining our planning and updated Covid protocols and I look forward to joining the group for two days during their time away.

All information can also be found on the Year 4 page of Redlands Pulse and via this link to the OEG and Redlands website (Password: Shine).

Junior Piano Competition

Last Friday afternoon, I was delighted to be part of the audience at this year’s annual Junior Piano Competition, an annual highlight in my calendar. The quality of performance from every child was exceptional and our guest judge, acclaimed French pianist, Jeremy Eskenazi, also noted the high overall level of performance.

It truly was a memorable afternoon in the Edwards Auditorium within the Music Centre on the Senior Campus and I extend my congratulations to all of the students involved and the overall winner, Ina Guan.

Mother’s Day Celebration – Monday 9 May

We are looking forward to hosting our Mother’s Day Celebration on Monday 9 May.

RSVP: For catering purposes and to give us a sense of numbers in attendance, please could attendees all RSVP here ASAP.

Event Details

Location:                      Piazza, Junior Campus 

Time:                              7.45am-8.45am (but the cart will remain open until 9ish)

Other info:                    Freshly brewed barista coffees will be served from the coffee carts with tea and hot chocolates for students served from the Junior Canteen. Breakfast cookies will also be available.

Wet Weather:             In the event of rain on Monday morning, please bring an umbrella and a mask as the event will move undercover in the Piazza.

Parents and Carers Information Evening

Respectful Relationships: Dr Tessa Opie
Monday 23 May, 7.00-8.30pm
Redlands Hall

All parents and carers are invited to this presentation on Respectful Relationships Education: At School and in the Home. Last year Dr Opie’s workshop was well received by Redlands parents and carers, and we envision this year’s information evening will be just as informative and valuable. As seating numbers are limited, booking is essential so please ensure that you book via this link by Friday 20 May to avoid disappointment. This presentation will target parents and carers of students in Years 6 through 12; however, all Redlands parents and carers are welcome.

NAPLAN – Years 3 and 5

Next week sees students across Australia in Yrs 3, 5, 7 and 9 sit the National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy, or NAPLAN, as it is more commonly known. Our starting point in Yrs 3 and 5 is always to ensure that the students do not feel any undue pressure, that they are appropriately prepared for the format of the tests, and that they are provided the conditions to do their very best which is all that we can ever ask of them. This is also the first time that the assessments will be done online, which has been factored into our preparation.

My thanks are extended to Ms Wilson and Mrs Smith for their considerable work behind the scenes to ensure that everything is organised and to Class and Learning Plus teachers for looking after the academic and pastoral needs of their students, both before and during these tests.

Distribution of Rapid Antigen Tests

Next week, each student will be sent home with an additional supply of 10 Rapid Antigen Tests (two boxes of 5 RATs) which should be used for discretionary purposes. Specifically, students should return a daily negative Rapid Antigen Test before coming to school if they have been deemed a household/close contact. In addition, if a student is showing COVID-19 symptoms, they should stay home and take a Rapid Antigen Test.

Lismore School Appeal

As part of a whole School initiative, our Junior School students and families will be encouraged to support a service project that will support The Northern River Children’s Services (NCRS), a not for profit organisation that is responsible for providing day care to over 2000 children in flood-impacted areas. This organisation is supported by the Commonwealth Department of Education and parent fees. 

To help those in need, our students will have an opportunity to create boxes filled with donated school and art supplies to replenish materials lost during the floods. Students will also make cards for families that are going through the heartbreaking process of rebuilding their lives. We know that this project will provide the students with a sense of both empathy and purpose as we remind our NSW neighbours in Lismore, that they are cared for and not forgotten. We encourage families to support this opportunity in the coming weeks as we strive to make a difference to this community.

Junior Campus Term 2 Sustainability Update

Waste Free Wednesday

From this term onwards, we will be encouraging students to bring a rubbish free lunchbox to school every Wednesday. Our Yr 6 Environment Captains and Yr 2 Sustainability Leaders will be thinking up some fun incentives to encourage students to take part of this initiative, alongside giving students ideas on how to pack a rubbish free lunchbox. 

Return and Earn Container Deposit Scheme

Students will soon be able to recycle any cans or bottles through the Return and Earn container deposit scheme. New bins will be placed throughout the school for collection and students leaders in the Prep and Junior School will decide what the funds will go towards.

Worm Towers and Crunch and Sip Worm Farm

This term, worm towers will be installed throughout the school gardens, which will allow students to feed the worms their fruit and vegetable scraps. Additionally, our Prep students will be collecting all Crunch and Sip scraps, which will be sent to a separate worm farm. This is a wonderful opportunity for our Yr 2 Sustainability Leaders to see the food cycle in action and interactively explore sustainability. 

Cutlery Library

The Junior Campus Canteen cutlery library is now up and running. The removal of our bamboo cutlery will reduce the waste Redlands creates and lower our carbon footprint. A big thank you to all students and families who donated spoons or forks to our cutlery library.

Trial Hip Hop Classes for Junior School Students

Following feedback from families and as a new option, our Redlands Dance Academy is delighted to provide a free trial Hip Hop Dance class at 3.30pm on Monday 16 May with a view to starting classes from 30 May. There is no need to register; just turn up ready to dance in comfortable clothing!

Junior Debating

Congratulations to our Primary B Representative Debating team who have qualified for the Octofinals in the ISDA Debating competition. Kate Andrews, Charlie Benfield, Ivy Flatman, Ollie Hosker, Apollo Mangos, Alexia Tsacalos will compete against Abbotsleigh on 13 May and we wish them all the best.

Mother’s Day Classic

This Sunday 8 May, Redlands will again be participating at the Mother’s Day Classic to honour and support the 1 in 7 women diagnosed with breast cancer. This year is an extra special year for the Mother’s Day Classic community as we celebrate the 25^th anniversary of getting active for breast cancer research.

So tell your friends, recruit your siblings, enlist your family and join us for a special day out and if you are coming along, please do register for Team Redlands here.

Mr Ari Guha
Head of Junior School 
aguha@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022

Head of Preparatory School

Helping Those in Need in Lismore

The Light for Lismore Service Project planning has continued and we are excited to begin to roll out this special initiative for the The Northern River Children’s Services (NCRS), a not for profit organisation that is responsible for providing day care to over 2000 children in flood-impacted areas.

From 9 May to 27 May, we will be collecting the following donations (new or used in excellent condition) of the following materials at Carline as well as Reception. Please note that any of these items can be brought in on any idea, this is scheduled to provide a rough guide for families.

In the coming week, boxes will be delivered to each classroom and each student will be decorating a box to be filled with supplies and brought up to the NRCS.  Each classroom will be inviting parents in to help make these boxes, so please watch for information for your child’s class from your Class Parent.

Class Parents will then be helping coordinate distribution of the donated materials into the student-made boxes for Lismore.

Additionally, Ms Fiona McKenzie will be guiding the children in a letter-writing and picture – drawing campaign to send messages of hope and support to their peers in Lismore.  These letters and drawings will be included with the decorated boxes of supplies.

This project will provide our children with a hands-on experience to make each box with love and care and remind our neighbours in Lismore, they are cared for and not forgotten. We encourage families to embrace this opportunity to teach our children about the misfortunes of others and how to act with purpose in the community by shining your light on those in need.

Prep School Sustainability Update

Sustainability is one of three NSW Syllabus cross curricular outcomes that need to be included in our programs, and under the guidance of Ms Kim Chipper and the Redlands Sustainability Working Group, we are heading in the right direction to achieve these goals.

Waste Free Wednesday

From this term onwards, we will be encouraging students to bring a rubbish free lunchbox to school every Wednesday. Our Year 6 Environment Captains and Year 2 Sustainability Leaders will be thinking up some fun incentives to encourage students to take part of this initiative, alongside giving students ideas on how to pack a rubbish free lunchbox. 

Return and Earn Container Deposit Scheme

Students will soon be able to recycle any cans or bottles through the Return and Earn container deposit scheme. New bins will be placed throughout the school for collection and students leaders in the Prep and Junior School will decide what the funds will go towards.  

Worm Towers and Crunch and Sip Worm Farm

This term, worm towers will be installed throughout the school gardens, which will allow students to feed the worms their fruit and vegetable scraps. Additionally, our Prep students will be collecting all Crunch and Sip scraps, which will be sent to a separate worm farm. This is a wonderful opportunity for our Year 2 Sustainability Leaders to see the food cycle in action and interactively explore sustainability. 

Cutlery Library

The Junior Campus Canteen cutlery library is now up and running. The removal of our bamboo cutlery will reduce the waste Redlands creates and lower our carbon footprint. A big thank you to all students and families who donated spoons or forks to our cutlery library. 

Mother’s Day

We are excited to welcome our RH and Prep mothers on campus next Monday at 7.45pm.

As there is a slight chance of rain forecast for Monday, can I please encourage you to bring a brolly just in case!

Mother’s Day Classic 

On Sunday 8 May, Redlands will be participating at the Mother’s Day Classic to honour and support the 1 in 7 women diagnosed with breast cancer. This year is an extra special year for the Mother’s Day Classic community as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of getting active for breast cancer research. So, tell your friends, recruit your siblings, enlist your family and join us for a special day out!

Register or donate to Team Redlands here.

Parents and Carers Information Evening

Respectful Relationships: Dr Tessa Opie
Monday 23 May, 7.00-8.30pm
Redlands Hall

All parents and carers are invited to this presentation on Respectful Relationships Education: At School and in the Home. Last year Dr Opie’s workshop was well received by Redlands parents and carers, and we envision this year’s information evening will be just as informative and valuable. As seating numbers are limited, booking is essential so please ensure that you book via this link by Friday 20 May to avoid disappointment. This presentation will target parents and carers of students in Years 6 through 12; however, all Redlands parents and carers are welcome.

Book Covering Update

Our new books are now being used in our classrooms and again a big thank you to everyone who helped with book covering.

As packs were distributed, we have discovered quite a few books missing. Can I please ask anyone who may have taken books home to cover and not returned them yet to please bring them back in to reception.

Updating Medical Details

A message from the Junior Campus nurse, Mrs Gillian Henery

The start of term is the perfect time to update Medical details in Engage through Pulse.

 Families are encouraged to go to the student details screen and review the details by selecting “view details” under your child’s name and checking the relevant sections. You can then let the Pulse Team know of any changes by selecting “My Details” from the blue ribbon and then submitting a Change of Information Request with the child’s name and updated information.

Please see the following link.

Distribution of Rapid Antigen Tests

Next week, each student in K-2 will be sent home with an additional supply of five Rapid Antigen Tests which should be used for discretionary purposes. Specifically, students should return a daily negative Rapid Antigen Test before coming to school if they have been deemed a household/close contact. In addition, if a student is showing COVID-19 symptoms, they should stay home and take a Rapid Antigen Test.

Welcome Aussie Gems to Prep After School Sport

Our new gymnastics provider ‘Aussie Gems’ started their Prep after school sport program this week and what a positive way to begin our relationship with them. I was able to watch the Monday afternoon sessions and I was very impressed with the engaging and professional coaches. Our new equipment ensured all students were able to have fun and enjoy every rotation. Here are some fun photos from the Monday session.

Mrs Ainslie Breckenridge
Head of Preparatory School
abreckenridge@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9848

Redlands House and Transition Gold

Finally we have been able to take the Redlands House children on an excursion. It was a very exciting day for students and teachers. Everyone did a fabulous job getting to school very early to catch the bus. The award-winning creative team from Monkey Baa Theatre Company did an adaptation, it was a unique imagining of two beloved picture books, Edward the Emu and Edwina the Emu, combining the plights of both emus in one heartfelt, clever and funny new tale. The children were very well behaved and really enjoyed the experience. After enjoying our morning tea on the lawn outside Glen St Theatre we returned to Redlands House. Thank you to all of the Redlands House team for working together to make this day smooth and successful. A very special thanks to our parent helpers Ali, Justin, Antoniette and Leroy, for their assistance on the day.

Mother’s Day Celebration

7.45am Junior Campus

9am Redlands House and K-2 mothers welcome to come to classrooms

Please join us for our fabulous Junior Campus Mother’s Day celebration this year. Let’s drink fresh coffee, eat yummy cookies and celebrate our wonderful mothers!

Please join us at 7.45am on Monday 9 May in the Junior Campus piazza. At 9am your children will be waiting in their classrooms to share fun activities with you!

In the event of wet weather, parents are requested to bring a mask as the event will move undercover in the piazza.

Please use the this link to book in for the morning.

Parents and Carers Information Evening

Respectful Relationships: Dr Tessa Opie
Monday 23 May, 7.00-8.30pm
Redlands Hall

All parents and carers are invited to this presentation on Respectful Relationships Education: At School and in the Home. Last year Dr Opie’s workshop was well received by Redlands parents and carers, and we envision this year’s information evening will be just as informative and valuable. As seating numbers are limited, booking is essential so please ensure that you book via this link by Friday 20 May to avoid disappointment. This presentation will target parents and carers of students in Years 6 through 12; however, all Redlands parents and carers are welcome.

Mrs Chemane Huon
Redlands House and Transition Coordinator
chuon@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9904 1448

Mrs Ainslie Breckenridge
Head of Preparatory School
abreckenridge@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9848

Secondary Sport

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Swimming

We had a number of students compete at the NSWCIS Swimming Championships across Monday evening and Tuesday. The Inter Boys relay team made up of Lachlan Green (Yr 9), Xander Halfen (Yr 10), Rafferty Heard (Yr 10) and  Julius Keller (Yr 10) finished 10^th over all with a time of 2:09.56 which is a great effort! 

Xander Halfen (Yr 10) finished 9^th in both the Boys 15-16 100m & 200m backstroke and also finished 7^th in the Boys 15-16 50m Backstroke. 

Loch Wilding (Yr 11) finished 11^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Freestyle, 7^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Butterfly and 4^th in the Boys 17-19 50m Breaststroke. 

2022 Swimming Captain Erik Scott (Yr 12) had a large meet finishing 11^th in both the 50m Freestyle & Butterfly, 9^th in the 100m Backstroke, 5^th in the 200m Backstroke and 4^th in the 50m Backstroke.

Hockey

A huge congratulations to the following students who have been selected into the ISA Hockey team for their respective age group to compete in the upcoming NSWCIS Championship: Sophie McMillan (Open Girls), Eloise Trueman (Open Girls), Freya Gait (16&U Girls), Jessica Van Extel (16&U Girls) and Sebastien Griffith (Open Boys).

Football

Congratulations to the following students who were selected into the ISA Football representative team: Brianna Irvine (Open Girls), Jasmine Black (Open Girls), Madeleine Boris (Open Girls), Hugo McKay (Open Boys), Keian Murphy (Open Boys) and Arkie Riches (Open Girls – shadow player). 

Rowing

Over the past 33 years of Redlands Rowing there have been a number of students who have continued on to gain selection in the Australian Rowing Team to compete at both World Championships, Para Olympics and Olympics alike.

Recently Elizabeth Holtheuer (Yr 12, Rowing Captain and Sports Captain) attended the Australian Rowing Trials in her attempt to gain selection into the Under 19 Australian Rowing Team.

With over 300 other athletes racing for either selection in the Under 19 or Under 23 teams along with the interstate pathway racing, the standard of competition is extremely high.

Coached by our Rowing Head Coach, Anders Batemyr, Elizabeth partnered up with Madison Joines from Penrith Rowing Club to race in the double scull where they finished a close 3^rd. Following on from this the girls raced in single sculls where Elizabeth progressed through to the B final finishing 2^nd.

Unfortunately she has narrowly missed out on selection but we are very proud of her efforts, especially considering that Elizabeth spent eight months on the sidelines in 2021 with a significant injury. To have been able to compete at such a high standard so quickly is a testament to her training ethic and hard work.

NSW SECONDARY SCHOOLS TEAMS RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Last weekend, over Friday, Saturday and Sunday, a group of our Redlands sailors attended the Interschools Teams Racing NSW State Championships regatta at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron in Kirribilli, which is also our home training club. The conditions were shifty, with us waiting for light winds to pick up and sailing in the rain on Friday to hiking to keep our boats flat on Sunday. Our team worked well together, using our boat handling skills in variable wind conditions and strategic teams racing skills to try and cross the finish line in winning combinations. The regatta was such an exciting opportunity for us and a great way to wrap up the season, it also being the last opportunity for our Year 12 sailors to sail for Redlands.  

I can’t wait to see what other amazing results the Redlands sailors can achieve in future seasons. 

Written by Katina Casimaty, 2022 Sailing Captain

SCHOOL CARNIVALS

Cross Country Carnival – Time trials

A reminder the 2022 Redlands Cross Country Carnival will be run as a time trial for competitive runners as highlighted below:

Friday 6th May (Term 2, Week 2)

• Division:           Senior (Yr 11 & 12) 
• Time:               6:30am – 7:30am – (must pre-register)
• Venue:             Balmoral Oval
• Transport:        Bus will transport students to school after they run

• Division:           Intermediate (Yr 9 & 10) 
• Time:               3:30pm – 5:00pm – (must pre-register)
• Venue:             Balmoral Oval
• Transport:        Bus will transport students to and from school

Friday 13th May (Term 2, Week 3)

• Division:         Junior (Yr 7 & 8) 
• Time:             3:30pm – 5:00pm – (must pre-register)
• Venue:           Balmoral Oval  
• Transport:     Bus will transport students to and from school

** Registrations for the Juniors will be extended until Wednesday 11^th May (Term 2, Week 3), however the Senior & Inters registrations have closed.

This will still be an official carnival counting towards House Aggregate Points and Age Championship.

Students need to Register HERE

Students are encouraged to visit the sport office at recess or lunch time if you have any questions. A confirmed timetable along with details of the arrival and departure process will be available via Redlands Pulse – Cross Country. Only students who have registered for the event will be able to attend.  

Swimming Carnival – Thursday 9 June

The 2022 Swimming Carnival will be held in Week 7 this term (Thursday 9^th June), more information can be found on Redlands Pulse – Swimming. 

Athletics Carnival – Tuesday 21 June

A reminder that the 2022 Athletics Carnival will be held in Week 9 this term (Tuesday 21^st June), more information can be found on Redlands Pulse – Athletics. Training will begin on Friday afternoons from Week 4 at Balmoral Oval (students need to email Mr Ellis if they wish to be include in the training information)

WINTER SPORT

Netball 

It was a great start to the ISA Netball season on Saturday with the majority of teams playing at NBISC. There was a number of tight matches between the divisions, with a few teams winning or losing by 1 goal! The 1^st VII had a strong win and will be looking to continue that against Oakhill College this weekend, with all three Senior teams playing Oakhill at Oakhill. The Inter A team have a bye, with the B & C teams travelling to Chevalier College, the Inter D, E & F teams will take on Central Coast Grammar & SACS respectively at NBISC. The Jnr A team has a BYE, with the Jnr B & C, D & E team playing each other, the Jnr F taking on Central Coast Grammar and the Jnr G taking on Oxley College, all at NBISC.

All players need to be reminded that ALL jewellery needs to be removed before taking the court (players are no longer allowed to use tape to hide earrings etc).  

Football 

Due to the inclement weather we only managed one game of Redlands Football in Round 1. The 2^nd Boys had a great hit out against St Spyridon 2^nd Boys. Controlling the game from start to finish they finished with a 3-1 win. Although the conditions were tough due to the wet weather and persistent rain, spirits were high and the team played as a cohesive unit and supported each other both on and off the field. Tristan Roesink tucked away two goals in a man of the match performance and Sol Osborn put the game out of reach in the second half with a fantastic goal. A great start to what looks like an exciting season ahead for the 2^nd boys.

Best of luck to all Football players in Round 2 this weekend! A reminder to check the Redlands Rhino (Redlands Pulse) for the round 2 fixtures. Please ensure you are arriving a minimum of 30 minutes ahead of the scheduled game time.

Hockey 

It was great to see our Hockey players back in action on Saturday. The Firsts had a fantastic start to the season with a 2-1 win. Many of the girls commented that it was the best half of Redlands Hockey that they had played and it definitely looked pretty fabulous from the sidelines! There were some beautiful passes along the wing, some cracking shots on goal and some strong defending. The girls showed that they can work together as a team so it will be wonderful to see what happens when we get more training under our belt as the season progresses! 

The 2^nd Girls have commenced the season with a cracking start, finishing with a 3-0 win over the Central Coast. Despite the wet weather the team worked well together against strong opposition. A shoutout to Lexie Jones and Ava Atkinson for scoring the first goals of the season. It was fantastic to see how much chemistry the girls had on field given it is the first game of the ISA Season. We are looking forward to a great season ahead for both the 1^st and 2^nd Girls. 

A special mention to the Friends of Hockey who provided an afternoon tea and made the new players and parents feel welcome to the program. Best of luck to our teams as they head to the Blue Mountains this Saturday.

Cross Country Training

We will continue to offer Cross Country training on Friday afternoons throughout Term 2 to interested students. These sessions are open to all students and will not only prepare students for the Cross Country Carnival but will also assist students participating in the 2022 Representative Winter Sports Season.

When:                          Friday Afternoons

Time:                           3.30pm-5.00pm

Venue:                         Balmoral Oval

If you are interested in joining this group please fill out the Cross Country Training Expression of Interest Form. Please contact Mr Walker (Head Coach) if you have any questions.

Snowsports

Please see the Snowsports page for all the most up to date information regarding the 2022 Snowsports season.

AFL

We are looking forward to round 2 this weekend, for all teams this weekend this Friday 6th and Saturday 7th April. The draws are available on the Redlands Pulse AFL, please ensure you check the Redlands Rhino for the most up to date fixture information each week. 

Good luck to all our teams!

Tennis

As we head into Round 2 of the winter tennis competition this weekend, I would like to wish good luck to all students competing.

A reminder for Round 2 (7th May) this weekend:

• If you are unable to attend Saturday competition, please email Luke Jeffery by no later than 12pm on Friday.
• Please check the draw and playing pairs list to see when/where/who you are playing.
• Students need to arrive at the venue at least 15 minutes before start time.
• For any questions, please email Luke Jeffery.

 Please join me in wishing the Tennis students all the best for their upcoming matches this weekend!

Rugby

Berry Camp

Last Friday, our Under 16s and Opens Squads travelled down the motorway to attend the long overdue Redlands Rugby Berry Camp. Stopping at Albion Park McDonalds on the way, the boys could not be more excited to get into the Camp spirit and get to work preparing themselves and the team for the 2022 ISA Rugby Season. 

After organising the dorm rooms, the boys took the short walk down to the river, training in the same paddock as our amazing 1^st XV Teams of 2018 and 2019 had tread before. From the outset, there were standouts. Jack Forrest straightaway picked up the defensive calls and doggedly had his forwards working around him whilst Harley Van Der Pluijim was brilliant, his versatility in attack an immediate shining light. The first session was tough. A heavy conditioning load was matched with high pace running and focused executions of our attack in the forwards and backs. Post session, the squad took to the Berry Pool to cool off and simultaneously try and drown each other. When the final whistle was blown, the squad relaxed, a great first day in the bank with dinner on its way and the projector screen set up to watch Friday Night Football.

Saturday morning started before sunrise, the group meeting outside the dorms. From the outset, they had been told that this session was going to be tough. Hill sprints on a gradual incline are brutal and take no prisoners, but time and time again the group reset and raced up the road. I was blown away by how cohesive the squad had already become, with the leaders across both Year Groups lifting each other, encouraging each other on. Simone Franceschi, new to the program this year, never left the front, his efforts not going unnoticed by the coaches. Without question though, James Stuart was the star of the morning as he left nothing in the tank, powering up the hill time and time again. 

Session done, the boys were loaded onto the bus for the highlight of the weekend, attending the Sydney University Colts 1^st XV Match against the Western Sydney Two Blues. Catching up on some sleep on the way up, the boys were greeted by a roped off session front and centre in the stands with the Sydney Uni coaches directly behind. This opportunity was designed to show this group of Redlands students what the next level looks like and how achievable it is for a number of our strongest players.

Back in Berry, the boys went straight back to another session with the Forwards refining our set piece and the Backs working through their piercing attacking moves. That night, we talked about how far we had come as a group, the leaders that had emerged. A number of the players talked openly about why they play Rugby for Redlands and the pride they feel running out with their mates.

Sunday morning was a relaxed affair. A walk through session brought clarity to all of the details we had covered in Camp and a long breakfast was followed by a quick pack up and bus back home.

I could not be prouder of this group and what they have achieved over the course of just one weekend. As a group, we now have to push onwards and continue to build as we lead into our opening round against SACS in two weeks.

Redlands Rugby – Trial Games vs Scots All Saints

This weekend, the Redlands Rugby program will travel to divisional rival Scots All Saints for the final prep before our season opener next week.

All match times and bus details can be found via the Redlands Rhino. Please make sure to arrive promptly for the bus departures.

I could not be more excited for these matches this weekend and the opportunity they present for our players to continue to develop. A few key players to watch for the week would be Austin Durrant (Under 13s), Otto Eden (Under 14s), Oliver Cooke (Under 15s) and the combination of Hugo Scott, Will Pearson and Josh Hicks in the 1^st XV Backline.

Fitness Centre 

With Winter Sport Trials and preparation for the ISA Winter Sport Season underway, the Fitness Centre is the perfect space to develop speed, fundamental movements and also power. All students can access the morning sessions which run Monday to Friday start promptly at 6:30am. Already we have had a great number of students attending the sessions and look forward to welcoming more interested students over the coming weeks!

Students are reminded to bring with them the following.

• A water bottle
• Towel
• Redlands PE / Sports Uniform

Sports and students are asked to contact the Director of Athletic Development Mr Jack Gooding jgooding@redlands.nsw.edu.au for any specific questions regarding these sessions.

Winter Sport – Key Contacts

Summer Sports Photos

Our Summer Sports Photos are now available for purchase through the www.melbastudios.com.au website.

Those families wishing to purchase photos should follow the steps below:

STEP 1:                 Select “school orders”

STEP 2:                 Enter the password – WINNIE

STEP 3:                 Select > View Redlands Sport and Cocurricular Album > Summer >

General Sport Information

Wet Weather

If training is cancelled due to wet weather, a notification will be posted on the Redlands Sport Twitter page (@RedlandsSport) in addition, an email will be sent out to both students and parents. This includes morning & afternoon training along with weekend fixtures.

Fixtures

A friendly reminder that the weekly Fixtures (The Redlands Rhino) can be found on the Secondary School Sport page on Redlands Pulse from Wednesday each week. Please ensure you check this on Friday each week to ensure you have the most up to date fixture information.

Uniform

The Redlands sports uniform should be worn to all trainings and matches (students are not permitted to wear any non-Redlands branded clothing). In the event of inclement weather students should wear their Redlands fleece or sports tracksuit.

Game time and arrival times

Students should arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of their scheduled fixture on Saturday (unless directed otherwise). Please ensure you know where you are playing and the likelihood of traffic on Saturday mornings to allow adequate time.

Attendance at Sport

Can we please draw your attention to the following communication process regarding absence from sport:

1. Parents are required to send an email to the appropriate Sports administrator prior to missing any training session asking for them to be excused 
2. Any student unable to attend a Saturday fixture due to illness, is required to submit a Medical Certificate to their Sports administrator by the Monday morning following the missed fixture
3. Injured students are required to attend all training sessions and Saturday fixtures
4. Failure to do any of the above will jeopardise a student’s eligibility for Colours, Pockets, and Awards & result in school disciplinary action

Please note that the first unexplained absence will result in a lunchtime detention with further unexplained absences escalating to a Friday afternoon Detention. Please refer to the Student Planner 2022 for full details on requirements for participating in a Representative Sport.

Mrs Alison Cox
Head of Secondary School Sport
acox@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Junior Sport

Round 1 Winter Sport

Unfortunately, the beautiful warm conditions we experienced on Friday were not enough to dry out the grounds of schools and councils in time for round 1 and as such we only managed to get a handful of games in. Those teams that did play were excited to put into play everything they have learned over the trials and training sessions at the end of last term. Notable performers, as nominated by the coaches for Round and 1 and 2 will be read out at assembly and will receive their certificate from the Sport department later this week. Congratulations to our Yr 6 Football teams who started off their season with some great Football at home on Saturday. Our youngest teams in Year 3 Football and Netball also got to play and with a 7-0 win to the 3A Football and a 3-3 draw to the Netball before it got called off due to wet weather.

Optional Morning Skills Sessions

The first of these sessions took place last week and were well attended across the board.

There are a variety of morning skills sessions available to those students who are playing Representative Sport for the school if they wish to attend. These sessions are OPTIONAL and other cocurricular commitments must be honoured ahead of these sessions. All sessions are from 7:00am-8:00am held on the Redlands Junior Campus with arrival at 6.50am. For venues, please refer to the Winter Sport Training Schedule. Late students will not be permitted to join the session.

This term we will be offering:

• Wednesday morning – Netball (Year 3/4 Girls)- access Dunnet Hall via Allister St
• Wednesday morning – Football (open to all rep footballers)- access by Murdoch St Oval Gate
• Friday morning – HICES Cross Country (open to Redlands Cross Country team)- access by Murdoch St Oval Gate
• Friday morning – Football (open to all rep footballers)- access by Murdoch St Oval Gate
• Friday morning – Rugby (Year 3-6 Rugby Boys)- access by Murdoch St Oval Gate
• Friday morning – Hockey (Year 5 team)- Redlands House Courts access by Allister St
• Friday morning – Netball (Year 5/6 Girls)- access Dunnet Hall via Allister St

Winter Sport Information

For all Sport information regarding what sports we offer when, how to navigate our documents, as well as information on Uniforms and Carnivals please refer to our Parent Information Booklets on Pulse.

2022 Gymnastics Open Day – Competitive Gym Boys and Girls

In exciting news we can confirm that IPSHA Gym will be up and running their carnival this year. At this Carnival, schools are invited to send through a school Gymnastics team in a variety of disciplines. For 2022 Redlands Junior School are going to be involved in this Carnival after a two year COVID break and would like to train up and send a team of boys and girls to compete at this one off Carnival held in August.

Similar to our Athletics and Cross Cross Country Carnival, we will provide training for this Gymnastics Carnival and these sessions will take place in and around your child’s current Non Rep and or Rep Sport with no clashes. As you would be aware we have a new contractor, Aussie Gems Gymnastics who are running our recreational program (Wednesday Sport) as well as coming on board for this new representative Gym program (IPSHA Gym).

Open Day – Come and see what it is all about

On Saturday 21 May from 12:00pm- 1:30pm Aussie Gems are opening their facility for Redlands students and their parents who may be interested in giving IPSHA Gym a go this year to come and watch some demonstrations, give some of the equipment a go and see if they want to pursue it as a sport.

View Here

Open Day Location – Unit 10, 25 Frenchs Forest Rd East, Located in Allambie Grove Business Park Frenchs Forest NSW 2086

We would encourage as many of you to attend this open day to see what it is all about and see if you would like your child to explore this an option.

Please complete the form below so we can cater for you on the day.

Expression of interest

Redlands Pulse

The Junior School Sport pages on Redlands Pulse will continue to be the ‘source of truth’ for all information relating to sport this term. I am asking that if parents have an enquiry relating to sport that your first port of call will be the Junior School Sport section of Redlands Pulse.

Sport Calendar

We have a Sport Calendar for each Term. To view the 2022 Term 2 Sports Calendar please click here

Mr Trevor Dunne
Head of Junior Sport
tdunne@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022

Snowsports

Registration – Closing Wednesday 11 May

If you are planning to participate in any Snowsports events with Redlands in 2022, please complete the race registration and pay here for own accommodation bookings.

For High Country Campus bookings, please register here.

Registration will close next Wednesday 11 May. 

Important Dates

Race Week

We will be staying at High Country Campus (HCC) and there are still spots available. Students in Yrs 7-12 must be serious racers and be Level 6 or above skier or snowboarder. Students must register to compete in both the Redlands Cup and two events at the Sydney Interschools Championships. Race registration must be completed before a spot at HCC will be considered.

Race Week Bookings

ACCOMMODATION AT HIGH COUNTRY CAMPUS 

OWN ACCOMMODATION

Thredbo Season Passes

Thredbo will be offering discounted season passes to Redlands students this year. These passes are available to purchase until 7 May.

PURCHASE A STUDENT THREDBO SEASON PASS 

Interschools

Interschools has a new website this year. It is a great place to find further information regarding all snowsports events.

Further details can be found on Redlands Pulse – Snowsports.

Nicky Fenaughty
Snowsports Administrator
nfenaughty@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Ballet and Dance

Lots of firsts for the Academy last week with our Bambino Ballet and Senior Hip Hop classes starting. It is clear that there are a lot of students wanting to dance and we are working hard to ensure that you all get the very best out of your experiences. There are so many reasons why we dance: 

• It makes us happy
• It gives us confidence
• It helps our fitness
• It is great for posture
• It makes us strong and flexible
• It helps our coordination
• It develops our spacial awareness

And the list goes on. 

The problem is that without being attentive, present and focussed none of the above can be achieved, and actually you will not end up having quite as much fun.

 So, message for the week is “Let’s have fun being happy, confident, fit and focussed!”

MORNING TEA

We invite all our Ballet and Dance Academy Parents to a Morning Tea next week. Please pop in for a cuppa and a chat with our dance teachers. We really hope to see you then.

When: Tuesday 10 May   |  10.30am – 11:30am Where: Ballet Studio (P1.6)   |   Parkes Hall Buliding   |   Junior Campus

Hip Hop Classes for Seniors

Hip Hip for Term 2 is now live!

Our 3:30pm class on Fridays is FULL so we are offering a second class on Fridays at 4:30pm.

And we are very excited to extend the invitation to our Junior students too.

Please come along for your Free Trial Hip Hop class, no experience needed, details below:

Can’t Come to Class?

Please let us know if sickness, injury or change of circumstance has occurred by sending a quick email, including student name and year group, to dance@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Any Questions?

As always, please contact us at dance@redlands.nsw.edu.au with any questions, concerns or feedback.

And remember to check our Ballet and Dance page on Redlands Pulse for the latest up to date information on all things dance. Please click here.

Ms Gilly Revie
Head of Redlands Ballet and Dance Academy
grevie@redlands.nsw.edu.au
02 9908 6488 

Drama and Theatre

What a week it has been in the Drama and Theatre world. All classes have resumed and students are getting back into the swing of things. Yesterday, students went and saw a production of Dorian Gray at Sydney Theatre Company. This work was a testament to the thriving theatre culture that as started to rise after COVID 19 and stands as a beacon of hope for the Arts in Australia. Students were inspired by the performances and it reignited a love and passion for live theatre. 

Gala Arts 

Gala Arts is at the start of Term 3 on Friday 22 July 

Audition information is now available and forms can be found on the Gala Arts Audition iLearn Page. Email drama@redlands.nsw.edu.au to be added.

Auditions close and must be submitted online by Monday 9 May 3:20pm 

Theatresports 

This Friday the Intermediate Theatresports team externally compete against other schools in the area for a spot in the State Final at Enmore Theatre. We wish the following students the best of luck. 

• Hallie Hunt 
• Remie Gibbs 
• Abbie Sewell 
• Serafina Scotting 

Senior Curriculum Performance Evenings 

In the upcoming weeks, we have an array of senior curriculum performance evenings, showcasing their classwork over the semester. We encourage friends and family to attend to support all students involved. Please see the information below for these evenings. 

Extra-Subject Drama and Theatre 

Classes are going well. If you want to enrol your child please contact drama@redlands.nsw.edu.au. Some classes are at capacity and have a waitlist. 

Reminder: A friendly reminder to communicate with your child about their extra-curricular classes in the morning. We have had cases where students are in car line or their designated pick up spot and have needed to be located before class starts. Please ensure any absences are sent to drama@redlands.nsw.edu or your child’s class tutor prior to the lesson.

Key Dates 

Ms Alyssha Clarke 
Head of Drama and Theatre (Acting)
aclarke@redlands.nsw.edu.au 
drama@redlands.nsw.edu.au 
02 9968 9857

Music

Another week in the life of Redlands music has seen a myriad of musical happenings across our school!

Platinum Lunch

Attendees of the Platinum Lunch were lucky enough to hear a wonderful program of music performed by Secondary School students Charlee Kwintner, Aneke Golowenko, Sabrina Blasco, Maya Little, Ahnu Guan and Olivia Everingham. Repertoire ranged from Ravel to the Beatles and we thank these students for their contributions to the event. 

Redlands Junior Piano Competition

The Music Department would like to congratulate all finalists who competed in the annual Redlands Junior Piano Competitions on Monday evening. Hosted superbly by Head of Junior Campus Music Ms Katherine Moses, all students presented polished performances from memory and demonstrated high levels of technical proficiency across all divisions. Guest adjudicator for the competition, Dr Jeremy Eskenazi was extremely impressed with the outstanding standard of piano playing from students in Years 3-6, commending all competitors for their technical work, repertoire choice and memory work. At the conclusion of the event, students were presented with their awards by the Head of Junior School, Mr Ari Guha.

The Music Department would like to acknowledge the work of exceptional specialist piano tutors, who mentor our young musicians in their musical endeavours. The team of Piano Tutors here at Redlands includes Ms Annette Houghton, Mr Diego Idarraga, Mr Zi-Hao Li, Mr Damon Wade, Mr Jason Xu.  Thanks are also extended to Ms Arienne Brodie and Ms Nicole Roberts for their oversight in auditioning and selecting finalists, and in mentoring these young pianists in order to achieve a high level of performance and presentation. Thank you to Mrs Jacqueline McGlade for her meticulous work behind the scenes for this event.

Junior Piano Competition Winners

Division 1 (Year 3)

• Winner: Minghan (Anne) Zhang
• Runner-Up: Brian Ho

Division 2 (Year 4)

• Winner: Sijie (Milly) Wu
• Runner-Up: Leo Wei

Division 3 (Year 5)

• Winner: Yucong (Melody) Jin
• Runner-Up: Isabella Kuo

Division 4 (Year 6)

• Winner: Jiayi (Ina) Guan
• Runner Up: Jun Chen (Jason) Gong

Junior Piano Competition Overall Winner – Ina Guan

Senior Piano Competition Finals – TOMORROW! Friday 6 May 2022 4pm

Dr Jeremy Eskenazi is looking forward to joining us in the John Roberts Centre again this Friday to adjudicate our Senior Piano Competition finalists. The perpetual Trophy has been polished and shined and Dr Eskenazi will be sending it home with a deserving finalist!  Click below to reserve your free tickets to join us in the Edwards Auditorium.

SENIOR PIANO COMPETITION TICKETS

Senior Vocal Competition Auditions – CLOSE TOMORROW! (Friday 6 May 2022)

The annual Senior Vocal Competition will be held on Friday 10 June 2022. Auditions are open to all Senior Campus students, and invited via video upload to the Redlands Music Auditions iLearn page, with submissions closing next Friday 6 May 2022.  More information and the audition form is on the iLearn page.

Studio Concerts – Weeks 5-6 (Junior) & Weeks 6-7 (Senior)

Our Studio Concert Series each semester provides an informal and relaxed opportunity for our developing musicians to share their progress with a supportive audience of family and friends.  We look forward to confirming days and times in the weeks ahead, and to welcoming supporters who would like to join us for this lunchtime concert series.

Senior Music Festival – Friday 17 June 2022 6pm

While Junior Music Festival is shaping up for our Junior Campus, our flagship Music event on the Senior Campus, the Senior Music Festival is to be held at the Concourse Theatre in Chatswood – now just 6 weeks away!  ‘THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME’ theme is proving a joy to program and rehearse, and we promise a memorable show you won’t want to miss! Not just for parents of students in the cocurricular program, this night of nights is for music-lovers of all ages in our community from P-12.  Ticketing opens next week, with terrific prizes to be announced also for highest number of ticket sales.

AMEB Award Top 10 ‘Most Outstanding Accredited School’ for NSW

We are thrilled to announce that Redlands has made the Australian Music Examinations Board’s Top Ten list in the category of  ‘Most Outstanding Accredited School in All Grades, All Instruments’, for NSW.

 Against the challenging backdrop that 2021 proffered, 92 students participated in these exams, nearly 40 of whom achieved a result of ‘Distinction’ or higher! We are very proud of them. This coveted accolade is a credit to the grit of our students in pursuit of their goals and to the parents who acted as camera crew to prepare these submissions. We are very grateful to Mrs Jacqueline McGlade for the work she did administrating, collating and submitting the examinations, and to our team Specialist Music Tutors who provided Zoomed lessons and piano accompaniment, as well as Mr Peter Winning from our Marketing Department for uploading videos to the Redlands YouTube account.   

AMEB Examinations for 2022

AMEB Instrumental examinations will be held in September and the deadline for enrolment is Monday 9th May (week 3).  In consultation with your childs Music Tutor, please complete the AMEB Instrumental Examination Enrolment Form. For Online Musicianship examination enrolments for Semester 1 are also due on Monday 9th May, please complete the AMEB Online Musicianship Enrolment Form.

Ensemble Attendance

With a number of exciting performances coming up for ensembles across Prep, Junior and Senior campuses, we would like to remind families of the importance of consistent and timely attendance in rehearsals. Rehearsals are all about learning to play together as an ensemble, and the contribution of each member of the ensemble is equally important. Should you need to miss a rehearsal for any reason please ensure that you contact juniormusic.nsw.edu.au or seniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au to advise of the absence.

Have a great week!

Remember to check the Pulse MUSIC EVENTS page, to ensure our flagship events and extra rehearsals are all on the family calendar, and don’t hesitate to reach out to our Music Administration team if we can assist you in any way.

Amy Richardson
Director of Music

Junior Music Office  | 9908 6495

Senior Music Office | 9968 9820