From The Principal

I have often said over the first half of the year how honoured and privileged I feel to be the Principal of this wonderful school and my experiences yesterday certainly reinforced those feelings.

I started the day by popping into the Secondary School Choir rehearsal before school to get a sneak peak (or better yet listen) of our singers in the lead up to the Senior Music Festival in a few weeks’ time. Judging by the beautiful voices I heard yesterday, it will be an amazing concert.

Later in the morning I joined in some teamwork activities on the Junior Campus Oval with Ms Angus’ Kindergarten class and observed the students relishing their learning. (Thank you to India who helped teach me some of the teamwork skills.) 

The Secondary School then had a moving Reconciliation Assembly which was led by our House Captains. David Barnett from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council gave a Welcome to Country and shared some of his insights on reconciliation before senior students shared some of their powerful reflections, as well.

Later in the day I attended the Transition Gold 2024 Information Session and was so impressed to hear how our whole school Learning Platform and Wellbeing Program are integrated into our curriculum for our earliest learners. I then caught up with some parents as we watched a large number of Prep School students enjoy an AFL development program in the afternoon.

My day finished attending the Year 10 HSC and IB Subject Selection Evening and speaking to numerous students and parents who were both excited and slightly daunted about the many opportunities being afforded to them for their senior studies. (I particularly enjoyed speaking to those students who were in my English class back in Year 7 and hearing how they have progressed in their learning since then.)

Days like yesterday truly make me feel proud and privileged to be a part of this School.

It was great to see the engagement of our students, parents and staff at the Secondary School Sports ‘Pink Sock’ Charity Round last weekend and the student-led Festival on the Fahl during Friday lunchtime, raising valuable funds for Breast Cancer Research. There was a wonderful spirit on display at the many different fixtures I attended.

I would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you the Redlands RPFA for the Staff Appreciation Morning Teas on the Junior Campus on Wednesday and on the Senior Campus this Friday. The continued support of our parent community further strengthens the partnership of staff and parents as we work collectively to support and develop the young people under our care.   

Redlands Gala Ball

I am very much looking forward to celebrating our community spirit at our Redlands Gala Ball in August, while also raising funds for our means-tested scholarships program. I was delighted to be able to award two means-tested scholarships earlier this term to two students who will join Redlands in Year 7 2024. Due to the generous support from our community, we are very proud to be able to provide the opportunity of a Redlands education to these deserving students who would otherwise not be able to attend our School. If you wish to join us at the Gala Ball or would like to learn more, please visit the Foundation section of Note Day.

Mr Sean Corcoran

Photo Caption: The Festival on the Fahl event rocked the Senior Campus last Friday, rallying much needed support and funds for breast cancer research.

Community Update

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. This important week was explored through a range of important activities and reflections throughout the School.  Reconciliation focused assemblies were held in our Junior and Secondary Schools where powerful personal reflections were articulately shared, while staff and students from our Prep School have marked this important week by sharing stories, creating shared artwork and enjoying conversation without judgement.

It was a pleasure to welcome the parents and carers of our youngest students to our 2024 Pre-Kindergarten (Transition Gold) information session earlier this week. Redlands House is one of the very few Preschools in Australia to have received a perfect rating of Exceeding Quality Standard in all seven quality areas by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority. The two-year program, for children aged 3-5 years, incorporates the very best early childhood teaching theories and practices from around the world. Our Pre-Kindergarten (Transition Gold) Class provides a five day a week program for 4 to 5 year-old children, preparing them well for the transition to our Prep School.

The Redlands Parents and Friends Association (RPFA), Parent Contact Groups (PCGs) and Friends of Groups (FoGs) all come together as passionate and dedicated volunteers to selflessly support our School and the wider Redlands community. Our RPFA have been busy this week delivering staff appreciation morning teas across both campuses. These have of course been greatly received by our staff and further highlight the vital partnership and support our parents and carers provide in the growth and prosperity of the School.

Tickets continue to sell fast for the highly anticipated Redlands Gala Ball. All proceeds from this gala fundraising event will benefit the Dr Sue Morey AM Scholarship Appeal. For more information on tickets and sponsorship of this uniquely Redlands event please visit the Foundation section of today’s Note Day.

I remain grateful for the continued guidance and support our community provides and, as ever, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Community Engagement team should you have any feedback, suggestions or questions.

Kindest regards

Mr Grant Birse
Head of Community Engagement
9908 6406
gbirse@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Foundation

Redlands Learning Hub – Celebrating Three Years Since its Opening

Last week I shared reflections about the Roof Top Garden. This week we look at the ground floor which is the home for Visual Arts and Innovative Design. Kathy Reid, Innovative Design Subject Coordinator, shared her reflection:

The Learning Hub has created a space for the Innovative Design team to think outside the box. The addition of a prototyping studio has allowed students to practice real world design practices such as CAD (computer aided designed) and CAM (computer aided manufacturing) as well as more traditional methods of design. Because the Innovative Design rooms are on the bottom floor and the rooms open onto the Fahl Garden we have the opportunity for students to move outside to test prototypes and final designs in a large open space. The students particularly enjoy the gallery walls in each room where exemplary examples of student work is regularly showcased. 

Redlands Gala Ball – Early Bird Tickets Closing Soon

We are thrilled with the overwhelming support and interest in this year’s gala fundraising event Redlands Gala Ball with a gourmet three course dinner and drinks throughout the evening, live entertainment and dancing, auctions and raffles. As we are likely to sell out by the end of this term, secure your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

It’s easy to book, simply nominate your Year Group or guests you would like to be seated with, on tables of 10. This event has a limited capacity, please make sure you book your tickets early by clicking on the invitation below.

Proceeds from the Ball

All proceeds from this event will benefit the Redlands Foundation Scholarship Appeal. A means-tested scholarship named after Dr Sue Morey AM RL 1959 to honour her contributions to public health, will be awarded to a Year 7 student commencing in 2025.

Due to a generous support of our community – parents, alumni, staff and wider community – we currently have 3 Foundation scholars benefiting from Redlands education – Year 11, Year 8 and Year 7. The additional two scholarships have been awarded by our Principal Sean Corcoran to successful candidates commencing Year 7 in 2024. Means-tested scholarships are awarded to those students who demonstrate achievements across a number of fields – academic results, co-curricular involvement as well as service.

If you wish to learn more about the history and launch of this initiative, please see this video 

Discount for Accommodation

If you wish to stay the night at the venue, we have organised a discount for our community.  Please visit the Fullerton Hotel website.

Opportunity for Sponsorships and Auction Items

Thank you sincerely to all the families and friends who have contributed so far to our auctions and raffles; there has been an extraordinary support and generosity shown.  If you still wish to support us and donate experiences, accommodation or promote your business, please see the Sponsorship and Prizes Prospectus HERE or contact us directly at foundation@redl​​ands.nsw.edu.au​​.

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

RPFA

Teacher Appreciation 

Part of the mission of the RPFA is to promote a strong sense of community among parents and caregivers, students and faculty. At Redlands, our teachers are a crucial part of that relationship and facilitate the vital connection between learning, community and growth. One of the RPFA’s most important jobs is making sure our teachers and staff know how much the parent community appreciates them and recognises how hard they work. This week, our committee organised morning teas with pastries and fruit for our fabulous teachers and support staff in Prep and Junior Schools on Wednesday and in Secondary School on Friday. Our appreciation should not be limited to just one week. Be generous with your gratitude and encourage your students to do the same – thanks to all the class parents who organised cards and other activities! 

Pink Sock Recap

Thanks to everyone who participated in Pink Sock Charity Day last Friday and Saturday, rallying support for breast cancer research. The Festival on the Fahl rocked the Senior Campus – where students enjoyed live rock band performances alongside a sausage sizzle, bake sale and more; Prep and Junior School students wore splashes of pink and donated gold coins; over 200 pairs of socks were sold at the Uniform Shop; Friends of Groups sold mountains of treats at various sports fixtures and we also had donations from parents via Humanitix. Funds are still being reconciled, but over $9,000 was raised for this great cause.

Second Hand Uniforms

Thank you to everyone who has continued to support our Second Hand Uniform Sales. We are looking into the possibility of holding another sale one weekend later this term… but we need more stock! If you have clean, current uniforms to donate to this cause, please drop them off to the Uniform Shop! We’d love to get more blazers in larger sizes, long sleeved white shirts, fleeces and tracksuits. Please note we are not collecting any items for recycling (eg old sports uniforms) at this time. Please also do not bring in: used socks; dirty, stained or torn items; items purchased from external parties (Marks & Spencer’s, Next) as we cannot sell these items and are running out of storage space.

Gala Ball

Purchase tickets to this fantastic black tie event to be held at the Fullerton Hotel (formerly the Westin) on Sat 12 Aug. You don’t need to organise a table to attend! Just nominate a Year Group(s) you’d like to sit with and Foundation will work their magic.

Coming Up

Parent / Family Get-togethers

Friends of Group Events

Walks on Tracks 

Weekly guided walks around the northern Sydney area are organised by an RPFA volunteer. This is a great way to meet other Redlands parents and get in shape, plus a wonderful way to spend a morning discovering the many paths of the Sydney area.

The invitation for walks is open, so if you have friends or family who you think would like to come along, please feel free to bring them. Dogs are also welcome on most walks.

Next week’s walk on Wed 7 Jun will be from Waverton to Wollstonecraft. Meet at the corner of Bay Rd and Ross St in Waverton at 8.40am.

Any questions, please contact Ann Marie Kimber or call 0406 691 533. 

Book Club 

The Redlands Book Club is a group of Redlands parents – past and present – who share a love of reading. New members are always welcome! The Book Club meets twice each school term to discuss a book, rotating among members’ homes. Occasionally, outings are also organised to events, movies or shows that are tied in with books, including annual attendance at the Sydney Writer’s festival in May. If you would like to join Book Club, or simply want to know more, please contact Monica or Sabiha.

Our next meeting is Mon 19 Jun for morning tea. We will be discussing The Familiars by Stacey Hall. Books planned for Term 3 are: The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley and BABEL by RF Kuang.

Photo Gallery

A couple of the teams at the Friends of Rowing parent regatta

Junior and Senior Rugby teams in their Pink Socks…

Thanks to Friends of Rugby who sold over $400 in treats and all the executives who came to support us!

Yr 11 morning tea raised over $600 for The Cancer Council

JS class parent get together

Walks on Tracks made it up the Barney Kearns Steps!

Do you have pictures of parent / family get-togethers you want to share? Please send them to RPFA Note Day.

2023 RPFA Committee

President: JP Forrest
Vice President: Brittne Whitelaw
Secretary: Rebecca James 
Treasurer: Annette Swann
Committee – Jaqui Halliday, Declan Hourihan, Jennifer Mast, Lisa Middlebrook, Karen Nicholson, Emma Okhovat, Sophia Stewart-Kasimba, Carrie Taylor

Contact us!

Head of Secondary School

Yr 9 Connect with Country in Arnhem Land this Reconciliation Week

It’s been a quieter week on the Senior Campus with Yr 9 away on camp. On Wednesday, our Student Leaders offered a reflective Reconciliation Assembly to the school community. Yr 11 and 12 engaged in person in Redlands Hall and the students in Yr 7, 8 and 10 watched via live stream from their vertical House groupings. David Barnett from the Metropolitan Aboriginal Land Council delivered the Welcome to Country and delivered a meaningful and at times amusing, address to the students. He ended by having them each turn to each other and express love in an indigenous language. A thoughtful part of the assembly was offered by Alfie Leach and Antonia Morgan, who shared some reflections from their recent visit to Arnhem Land. Alfie spoke beautifully about how to connect with Country:

“One way to connect to country is to just stop, and take a minute to absorb everything around you. In a practical sense, on your walk home from the bus stop, or to the shops, just slow down, take your earphones out and look around, listen to all the sounds that the land is making, breathe in the air and try to allow yourself to relax, try to empty your mind and really feel that connection with everything around you. It is extraordinary how fulfilling and stress relieving this can be, especially at the end of a long day. I’d encourage you all to try this at some point today, whether it be in between classes, at lunch time, on your way home or walking the dog. Just take a minute, and slow down to absorb and appreciate the captivating land around you.”

Antonio then went on to explore the impact of Reconciliation Week:

“The theme for this year’s Reconciliation Week is ‘be a voice for generations’. To me this theme encompasses what reconciliation aims to achieve. To be a voice for generations means for us to recognise privilege and responsibility. It means to reflect and acknowledge our history, our past and where we wish to go in the future. It means to listen to all with open ears and to develop an understanding of the views around us. It means to open our eyes and challenge our perspectives in order to see change in our world. It means, at the core of all things, to ensure the voices of each individual are heard, equally, loudly, and clearly. This theme fosters the change we wish to see in the future, a future we hope is near.”

The past week has provided further evidence of the talents and skills of students across the Secondary School. The following Yr 9 students recently competed at the U15 Boys and Girls NSW All School AFL Championships in Albury.

• Oscar Carlyon – U15 Boys
• Heidi Charles – U15 Girls
• Lachlan Price-Pontifex – U15 Boys
• Heidi de Saxe – U15 Girls

Lachlan was appointed captain of the NSWCIS U15 Boys team. The Boys team won the All Schools Championship winning all four games and the Girls finished runners up.

Lachlan was also voted ‘Player of the Tournament’ by the Selectors. Both Lachlan and Heidi were then selected in the respective NSW All School U15 AFL teams to compete at the National Championships in Ballarat July 22 – July 29.

Also this week, our Senior Theatresports Team competed against 8 schools at the Semi-Finals Theatresports Schools Challenge. Congratulations to them as they placed Second! They will now perform at the Grand Final at the Enmore Theatre. The students are incredibly excited and this is an exceptional achievement for: Phoebe Barnett (Yr 12), Claudia Lalich (Yr 12), Hallie Hunt (Yr 11) and Sholto Mirrlees-Black (Yr 11).

Term 3/4 Departure Notice

As we are approaching the mid-point of the year, this is a reminder that those families who are planning on leaving the School during or at the end of Terms 3 or 4 are required to give notice to the Principal via an email to registrar@redlands.nsw.edu.au by the following dates:

Term 3 Departure:  Friday 23 June 2023
Term 4 Departure:  Friday 21 July 2023

As per the 2023 Schedule of Fees emailed to all families in December last year, there will be fees in lieu payable for any notices of departure received after these dates.

Redlands Gala Ball – Early Bird Tickets Available Now

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

University and Careers

Please see the Careers Pulse page for more information on events, pathways and universities.

Yr 12 Notices

Macquarie University Early Entry Program (Leaders and Achievers) open from 1 June.

Apply by 31 July for an offer on 4 September.

Learn More

Upcoming Events

2023 Aviation Expo

3 June, Brisbane

The Aviation Australia Expo in Brisbane showcases the burgeoning aerospace industry, with a significant focus on aviation skills development, careers and employment opportunities.

The Aircraft Experience Zone will once again be a major attraction, featuring a range of iconic aircraft that visitors will have the unique opportunity to experience up close.

The Aviation Expo also features dozens of exhibitors from the aviation, defence and education industries who will inspire and educate visitors about how to launch into a career in aviation.

Find out More

UniMelb | Focus on Law

5 June

At Melbourne, a career in law begins with an undergraduate degree in any discipline. You can choose to take law breadth subjects from your first year, which will equip you with a variety of transferable skills that are valued by all employers.

You’ll then continue your studies at graduate level, with the Melbourne Juris Doctor (JD), a graduate law degree that has set a benchmark for legal education in Australia. Graduating with an undergraduate and graduate degree will give you a higher level of qualification than a traditional double degree.

Join us for this insightful evening to learn more about the possibilities of a career in law. A panel of current students will also showcase a moot court and answer any questions you have about studying at Melbourne.

Find out More

UniMelb | Focus on Engineering

6 June

Position yourself for a leading role solving global challenges with an engineering degree at Melbourne.

Focus on engineering from your first day, with one of 12 engineering majors in either the Bachelor of Biomedicine, Design or Science. Or, you can combine business skills like management, finance or accounting with technical knowledge in engineering to lead into an engineering management or consultancy career by starting with the Bachelor of Commerce.

Book your place at this information evening to learn more about the range of engineering majors and what study pathway is right for you. Current students will answer your questions and share their experiences studying engineering through the Melbourne curriculum.

Find out More

Charles Sturt | EngFest 2023

6 – 8 June

EngFest is Charles Sturt’s annual three-day celebration of civil engineering, with exhibitions and presentations of student works and research, school visits and information sessions, a careers expo, industry networking, professional development events and more.

Find out More

Macquarie Uni Year 12 Webinar Series- Early Entry Info Session

7 June 6-7pm

Register Here

Pathways to Studying Law, Sydney University

7 June 4–4:30 pm

Join us to find out about the University of Sydney’s Bachelor of Laws and how these courses provide students with the skills, knowledge, and connections to become internationally focused lawyers. 

Charles Sturt Advantage Information Session

7 June

Applications for the Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program are now open! This information session will give more detail about the program, including how to apply, what makes a strong application, and some frequently asked questions.

Find out More

UniMelb | Focus on Design

June 7, 2023 

Bring to life your boldest ideas to help solve tomorrow’s problems.

As a Bachelor of Design student, you’ll apply innovative design thinking and creativity to determine solutions for a better future. You’ll have access to industry-grade equipment and technology in purpose-built labs and spaces so you can think like a designer and develop your projects end-to-end. Through site visits, field trips, and projects you’ll develop your visual communication and technology skills, culminating in a public exhibition showcase, designX. The work you will do in class uses the same collaborative approaches you’ll find in workplaces, ensuring you are well connected to industry.

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UniMelb | Focus on Education

7 June

Join us for this information evening to discover how you can incorporate education into your undergraduate degree, and then progress to the Master of Teaching, where you can specialise in either early childhood, early childhood and primary, primary, or secondary.

Find out More

Bond | Architecture Experience Day

7 June

Discover the art and creative thinking behind architectural studies for a fearless career in design. Meet our academic teaching staff, get hands-on and take a tour. Experience Bond’s Abedian School of Architecture if you want a low staff-to-student ratio, 24/7 access to state-of-the-art facilities, industry professional critiques, personal attention from award-winning Architects, incredible studio culture and even international study tour opportunities. Get immersed from day one and graduate with a full Design in Architecture degree in just 2 years!

Find out More

International

Oxford University Student Webinar

14 June 

This session will be a focus on personal statements and super curricular activities, we will be hosting this last student webinar on a different platform to Eventbrite.

To attend this webinar, your students will need to register by setting up an account on The Ambassador Platform (TAP). They will need to sign in before the session is due to begin to watch the webinar.

For the 10am (UK time) session, this can be done here.

For the 4pm (UK time) session, this can be done here.

If students are not able to attend these times, they should still sign up so we can send them a recording of the video at a later date.

There is also the opportunity on this platform for students to chat to our current international students about life at Oxford.

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

Year 12

Pastoral Focus: School Refusal

Though many children will refuse to go to school at some stage in their lives, school refusal is very different from truancy. It is a more serious condition than separation anxiety and often stems from a child’s anxiety about school. They may be worried about their school work, interacting with other kids, dealing with teachers, playing sports or being away from family. School refusal is a behaviour that can also be accompanied by sadness or depression, physical symptoms and social isolation. This condition is equally common amongst boys and girls, from all socioeconomic groups and across both primary and secondary levels.​​

The following article ‘I was a school refuser for years – now I have five university degrees’ shares the inspiring journey of Monash University Lecturer, Kate Gaffney, who overcame school refusal and went on to achieve five university degrees. Despite facing extreme anxiety and aversion towards attending school, Kate exhibited remarkable determination and resilience. Kate pursued higher education with unwavering commitment, completing one degree after another, defying societal expectations and proving that past struggles do not define one’s future. The story serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of education and the potential for personal growth even in the face of significant challenges.

Student Achievement

Claudia Lalich and Phoebe Barnett were part of the Redlands Senior Theatresports team that placed second at the Theatresports Schools Challenge Semi Finals. They will now perform at the Grand Final at the Enmore Theatre. Congratulations Claudia and Phoebe!  

Festival in the Fahl

Last Friday marked a truly unforgettable day as our exceptional Yr 12 Captains, Josie Simpson and Dan Close, took charge and orchestrated the incredible Festival in the Fahl to raise funds for the esteemed Breast Cancer Foundation. The sight of countless students from across the Secondary School proudly donning shades of pink in support of this noble cause warmed our hearts and filled us with immense pride.

Thank you to each and every student and parent who generously contributed to the bake sale, turning it into a resounding success. Your mouthwatering treats not only tasted amazing but also played an integral role in our fundraising efforts. A special thank you goes out to the Yr 12 volunteers who selflessly dedicated their time and energy to the Festival in the Fahl, delighting attendees with their enthusiasm and leading a multitude of captivating activities. 

We are thrilled beyond measure to share that the Festival in the Fahl exceeded all expectations, raising an astonishing amount of over $5000 for the Breast Cancer Foundation. This remarkable achievement serves as a testament to the collective power of our unity and unwavering commitment to making a difference.

By standing together and embracing the vibrant atmosphere of the Festival, we not only championed an important cause but also demonstrated our solidarity and support for those impacted by breast cancer. The funds raised will play a crucial role in advancing vital research, spreading awareness, and providing essential assistance to individuals and families battling this illness.

To every individual who played a part in this extraordinary accomplishment, whether through donning pink attire, crafting delectable treats, volunteering their time, or making generous donations, we extend our heartfelt appreciation. Your kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on the journey toward a world free from the burdens of breast cancer.

Let us continue to stand united, raising awareness, extending support, and empowering those in need. The overwhelming success of the Festival in the Fahl serves as a powerful reminder of our incredible community spirit and the transformative impact we can achieve when we join forces.

Pink Sock Round

Well done to all the Yr 12 students who participated in the Pink Sock Winter Sports Round last weekend. All the proceeds from the pink socks which were sold went towards the Breast Cancer Foundation. 

Yr 12 Winter Woolies Appeal

As the temperature continues to drop, we are reminded of those, who may not have the resources to stay cozy during the Winter season. But fear not, because together, we can make a difference and bring warmth to those in need.

As part of the Yr 12 ‘Give back’ initiative, the Winter Woollies Appeal, aims to collect and distribute warm clothing and blankets to individuals and families who may be facing the harsh realities of Winter.

Please raid your closets and share the warmth! Gather gently used or new coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, and hats that you no longer need. Every piece you donate will help someone stay snug during the cold months ahead. Please bring all items down to the Student Services Centre foyer and place in the yellow bin, before the end of Week 9.

Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.

The Yr 12 Winter Woollies Appeal Group.

Friday Arvo Athletics

This coming Friday, Friday Arvo Athletics will begin. The session will run every Friday afternoon (3:30 – 5pm) this term. There will be sprints training with Sprints Coach Rich Frost, Middle Distance with Coaches Nick Walker and Jess Carroll and throws with Coach Jason Turner. Sprints and Middle Distance training will begin this Friday, Throws training will start next week. All students participating will be required to get changed  and then head directly to the Undercroft for a group warm up which will begin at 3:30pm. Students participating in the training sessions are to wear Redlands sports uniform. This is a great opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming Redlands Athletics Carnival and ISA Athletics Carnival next term, or to use this session as fitness for their rep sport. All levels of ability welcome.

ISA XC Results

As a follow up to last week’s email, below are the results from the 2023 ISA XC at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. 

Well done to the Senior Girls again for taking out the ISA XC Shield and to the Boys for contributing towards the boys placing 2nd overall across all the age groups.

Secondary School Photo Day– Save the Date!

Year Group photos will be held for all Secondary School students on Wednesday 7 June. Students will need to bring their student ID card to the photo.

Students are required to wear their full school uniform, including blazers, and adhere to the School’s regulations for school uniform. Please refer to the School Uniform regulations located on each Year Group page in Pulse.

If your child is unable to attend school or has an appointment scheduled during the day, please inform the Year Advisor.

Mr Nicholas Walker
Yr 12 Year Advisor
nwalker@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9909 3133

Year 11

Key Dates

• 8 June Secondary School Athletics Carnival
• 9 June Foundation Day Assembly
• 16 June Senior Music Festival
• 23 June End of Term 2
• 18 July First day of Term 3

Reconciliation Week

This week, students were offered various opportunities to continue learning about and building awareness of Reconciliation Week. On Monday, there was an optional presentation at lunch by Sharon Brindley, owner of Jala Jala Treats, a First Nations owned company. Following the short talk about ethical purchasing and running of her business, students were shown the beginning of the documentary In My Blood it Runs. The second half of the movie was being shown Thursday during lunch.

On Wednesday, all Yr 11 and 12 students engaged in a Welcome to Country by David Barnett, from the Metropolitan Aboriginal Land Council. Alfie Leach and Antonia Morgan then spoke about their experiences in Arnhem Land, and what reconciliation means to them. David Barnett asked all students to consider the one race we should all acknowledge and work to support, the human race. He also told students that the indigenous communities are not reconciling with the current population of Australians as people living today are not responsible for the past. However, all people are working together to mend the impact of the past and working together to always respect and love one another moving forward.

Alfie’s message included advice for how you can connect to country on a daily basis. He said,

“One way to connect to country is to just stop and take a minute to absorb everything around you. It is extraordinary how fulfilling and stress relieving this can be, especially at the end of a long day. In Sydney we often look at occurrences in nature as inconvenient to the strict timetable we have in our life. For instance, we look at rain as a disturbance to our daily lives – maybe our bus runs late or our bags get wet. We look at it in a bad light Instead of looking at rain as the nurturer and replenisher of the country that surround us and how without that rain we couldn’t grow our crops, drink our water, keep our soil together and in a dramatic sense, society and civilisation would be obsolete without it. Just take a minute and slow down to absorb and appreciate the captivating land around you.”

Antonia’s message was about what reconciliation means to her. She shared,

” Reconciliation is the epitome of what is means to strive towards unity in our country. I believe that it represents a day to confront the past, our history and the wrongdoings of those that came before us and that continue today whilst dedicating ourselves to paving the way for a greater future in which voices are heard, diversity is embraced, and equality is reached. The theme for this year’s reconciliation week is ‘be a voice for generations’. It means to open our eyes and challenge our perspectives in order to see change in our world. It means, at the core of all things, to ensure the voices of each individual are heard equally, loudly, and clearly. This theme fosters the change we wish to see in the future, a future we hope is near.”

Careers Expo Excursion

The Careers Expo excursion gave Year 11 an opportunity to ask questions to help them make informed choices about their paths after school. The Expo provided resources and information for tertiary courses, career and employment options, study strategies, gap years and more. 

Student Congratulations

Several Yr 11 students were involved in ISA Cross Country last week. Congratulations to all runners who attended: Isaac Brooks, Hamish Campbell, Grace Durrant, Flynn Kieran, Eva Osborn, Charlie Parker, Conor Petersen, Max Stepniak and Daisy Thomas. A special congratulations to Flynn Kieran who placed 8th in the 17 Years 6k and Isaac Brooks who placed 2nd in the U17 Boys 6k. Incredible overall results were also earned by Boys placing 2nd overall and Girls placing 3rd overall as well as Senior Girls winning the Senior Girls Shield! Well done to all athletes.

Congratulations to Scarlett Thorp for earning a position as a finalist in the Senior Instrumental Competition playing the saxophone.

Balmoral Burn Recap

Last Sunday, Redlands had three teams compete in the Balmoral Burn, raising awareness for the Humpty Dumpty Foundation. In a little under two weeks, our three Redlands teams fundraised over $1000, which was a great effort! Each of our runners left nothing on the finish line, giving their absolute all as they reached the top of the very steep Awaba Street. Congratulations to the Yr 11 Team: Isaac Brooks, Conor Petersen, Hamish Campbell and Flynn Kieran for their massive effort in preparing and completing this challenging run!

Overall, our Redlands Senior Boys team finished 4th and Senior Girls team finished 9th. Great results overall! Redlands had the 5th fastest time on the day out of 23 schools.

Year 12 Winter Woolies Appeal

 As the temperature continues to drop, we are reminded of those, who may not have the resources to stay cozy during the Winter season. But fear not, because together, we can make a difference and bring warmth to those in need.

As part of the Year 12 ‘Give back’ initiative, the Winter Woollies Appeal, aims to collect and distribute warm clothing and blankets to individuals and families who may be facing the harsh realities of Winter.

Please raid your closets and share the warmth! Gather gently used or new coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, and hats that you no longer need. Every piece you donate will help someone stay snug during the cold months ahead. Please bring all items down to the Student Services Centre foyer and place in the yellow bin, before the end of Week 9.

Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.

Friday Arvo Athletics

This coming Friday, Friday Arvo Athletics will begin. The session will run every Friday afternoon (3:30 – 5pm) this term and next in the Undercroft. There will be sprints training with Sprints Coach Rich Frost, Middle Distance with Coaches Nick Walker and Jess Carroll and throws with Coach Jason Turner. Sprints and Middle Distance training will begin this Friday, Throws training will start next week. All students participating will be required to get changed and then head directly to the Undercroft for a group warm-up which will begin at 3:30pm. Students participating in the training sessions are to wear Redlands sports uniform. This is a great opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming Redlands Athletics Carnival and ISA Athletics Carnival next term, or to use this session as fitness for their rep sport. All levels of ability welcome.

Secondary School Photo Day– Save the Date!

Year Group photos will be held for all Secondary School students on Wednesday 7 June. Students will need to bring their student ID card to the photo.

Students are required to wear their full school uniform, including blazers, and adhere to the school’s regulations for school uniform. Please refer to the School Uniform regulations located on each Year Group page in Pulse.

If your child is unable to attend school or has an appointment scheduled during the day, please inform the Year Advisor.

Ms Alissa Ynson
Yr 11 Advisor
aynson@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9865   

Year 10

National Reconciliation Week

This year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, Be a Voice for Generations, urges all Australians to use their power, their words and their actions to create a better, more just Australia for all of us. Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds, and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures.

Yr 10 Students Excel in Computing Competitions!

A group of talented Yr 10 students demonstrated their exceptional skills in the world of computing. In the first round of the prestigious Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC) 16 brilliant minds from Years 7 to 11 participated, showcasing their abilities to produce programmed solutions to computational problems.

The OUCC serves as a platform to foster the development of computational skills among students. The initial round, an open competition, builds upon the principles employed in the Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT) competition. Those who excel in the first round receive an invitation to the exclusive second round. It is worth noting that last year, Redlands proudly had two students who participated in Round 2 and achieved outstanding results.

Two weeks ago, 47 students from Redlands participated in the Computation and Algorithmic Thinking competition (CAT). This event offered students a chance to enhance their problem-solving skills through algorithmic thinking. The CAT competition featured unique “three-stage tasks” that encouraged students to devise informal algorithms and apply them to test data of increasing complexity or size.

In recognition of their tremendous achievements, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the students who participated in these challenging competitions. Their dedication and hard work have undoubtedly paid off. The results will be emailed directly to the students, and certificates will be awarded during their year assembly to celebrate their accomplishments.

Among the remarkable participants, we want to highlight the exceptional achievements of Sophie Yu, Remy Pascoe and Jessica Lee, who received High Distinctions, achieving near perfect scores of 34 out of 36. The Redlands School community takes immense pride in the accomplishments of these students. Their exceptional abilities in the field of computing have not only brought honour to themselves but also to the School. We are confident that their passion and talent will continue to flourish, and we eagerly anticipate their future achievements.

Once again, congratulations to all the talented individuals who participated in the OUCC and CAT competitions. Your success serves as an inspiration to other students and a testament to your unwavering commitment.

Redlands Athletics Carnival 2023 – Thursday 8 June

The event will be held on Thursday 8 June at the Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre, (Edwin Flack Ave, Sydney Olympic Park). The Athletics Carnival is a compulsory school day. The Carnival is a significant school event that contributes to House and School Spirit. All students are expected to participate by either competing or supporting their peers. As this event is a compulsory school day, permission is implied for each son and/or daughter. All students are required to be at school no later than 7:15 am – except for students who are participating in the 1500m race or use Redlands Pittwater, Inner West or Eastern Suburbs bus services. The Parent Information Letter and further details for the day can be found on Pulse, under Secondary School Sport. 

Yr 12 Winter Woolies Appeal

As the temperature continues to drop, we are reminded of those who may not have the resources to stay cozy during the Winter season. But fear not, because together, we can make a difference and bring warmth to those in need. As part of the Yr 12 ‘Give back’ initiative, the Winter Woollies Appeal, aims to collect and distribute warm clothing and blankets to individuals and families who may be facing the harsh realities of Winter. Please raid your closets and share the warmth! Gather gently used or new coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, and hats that you no longer need. Every piece you donate will help someone stay snug during the cold months ahead. Please bring all items down to the Student Services Centre foyer and place in the yellow bin, before the end of Week 9. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated. 

Friday Arvo Athletics

This coming Friday, Friday Arvo Athletics will begin. The session will run every Friday afternoon (3:30 – 5pm) this term and next. There will be sprints training with Sprints Coach Rich Frost, Middle Distance with Coaches Nick Walker and Jess Carroll and throws with Coach Jason Turner. Sprints and Middle Distance training will begin this Friday, Throws training will start next week. All students participating will be required to get changed and then head directly to the Undercroft for a group warm up which will begin at 3:30pm. Students participating in the training sessions are to wear Redlands sports uniform. This is a great opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming Redlands Athletics Carnival and ISA Athletics Carnival next term, or to use this session as fitness for their rep sport. All levels of ability welcome.

Key Dates for Term 2

Secondary School Photo Day– Save the Date!

Year Group photos will be held for all Secondary School students on Wednesday 7 June. Students will need to bring their student ID card to the photo.

Students are required to wear their full school uniform, including blazers, and adhere to the school’s regulations for school uniform. Please refer to the School Uniform regulations located on each Year Group page in Pulse.

If your child is unable to attend school or has an appointment scheduled during the day, please inform the Year Advisor.

Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 10 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Year 9

Yr 9 are currently away at Arnhem Land.

Year 8

ISA Cross Country

Last Wednesday, Redlands competed in the ISA Cross Country Carnival at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. Redlands achieved a strong set of results which included our Boys securing 2nd overall and our Girls securing 3rd overall. There were a number of top 10 results for Yr 8 including Finn Gurney, who achieved 3rd place in the U13 Boys and Tom Brown 7th in the U14 Boys.

The full list of U13 and U14s representatives are below.

A big thank you to Nick Walker, Jessica Carroll and Cameron Ellis for their coaching and support of our Cross Country competitors.

Term 2 Assessment 

Included below is the weekly schedule so that you are also able to support your child

Upcoming Events

We have a a number of significant events during the term which include:

• Week 4 – 5 – Coaching Conversations
• Week 7 – Thursday 8 June – Athletics Carnival

Yr 12 Winter Woolies Appeal

As the temperature continues to drop, we are reminded of those who may not have the resources to stay cozy during the Winter season. But fear not, because together, we can make a difference and bring warmth to those in need. As part of the Yr 12 ‘Give back’ initiative, the Winter Woollies Appeal, aims to collect and distribute warm clothing and blankets to individuals and families who may be facing the harsh realities of Winter. Please raid your closets and share the warmth! Gather gently used or new coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, and hats that you no longer need. Every piece you donate will help someone stay snug during the cold months ahead. Please bring all items down to the Student Services Centre foyer and place in the yellow bin, before the end of Week 9. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.

Friday Arvo Athletics

This coming Friday, Friday Arvo Athletics will begin. The session will run every Friday afternoon (3:30 – 5pm) this term and next in the Undercroft. There will be sprints training with Sprints Coach Rich Frost, Middle Distance with Coaches Nick Walker and Jess Carroll and throws with Coach Jason Turner. Sprints and Middle Distance training will begin this Friday, Throws training will start next week. All students participating are required to get changed and then head directly to the Undercroft for a group warm-up which will begin at 3:30pm. Students participating in the training sessions are to wear Redlands sports uniform. This is a great opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming Redlands Athletics Carnival and ISA Athletics Carnival next term, or to use this session as fitness for their rep sport. All levels of ability welcome.

Secondary School Photo Day– Save the Date!

Year Group photos will be held for all Secondary School students on Wednesday 7 June. Students will need to bring their student ID card to the photo.

Students are required to wear their full school uniform, including blazers, and adhere to the school’s regulations for school uniform. Please refer to the School Uniform regulations located on each Year Group page in Pulse.

If your child is unable to attend school or has an appointment scheduled during the day, please inform the Year Advisor.

Mr Tobias Horan
Yr 8 Advisor
9968 9872
thoran@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Year 7

Week 6 – Festival on the Fahl and Reconciliation Week

This most recent week for Yr 7 has been one of laughs and enjoyment, but also one filled with serious messages about reconciliation, responsible technology use and how to be kind to and supportive of one another.

Last Friday saw many laughs and great enthusiasm as Redlands embraced the mantra ‘wear it pink’ and celebrated a Festival on the Fahl, all in the name of raising money for breast cancer research. Organised by our wonderful Yr 12 leaders, the festival had lolly-jar guessing competitions, hot chocolate stands, baked goods, sausage sizzles and a range of others food treats for students to indulge in. There was also live music, skill-tester games and a very popular three-legged race! A range of our Yr 7s became experts at the art of three-legged racing. Of course, some were more successful than others, but it was great to see so many students getting out there to have a bit of a laugh with their friends!

Chapel for Reconciliation Week

On Monday, we started the week with some valuable messages around Reconciliation Week in our Yr 7 Chapel. Messages regarding the importance of respecting other cultures and taking time to understand and value our own indigenous heritage were shared with students. Students were also encouraged to contribute symbolic images to a ‘reconciliation campfire’, as a way of encouraging them to consider what they can do to further the noble cause of reconciliation in Australia.

Thank you too to Kate Rintoul and Clemence Leroux who started our Chapel Service off leading our singing of Be Thou my Vision!

Ms Van de Peer’s Special Assembly

On Tuesday, Ms Van de Peer (Head of Secondary School) and Ms Partington (Deputy Principal) spoke to Yr 7 and Yr 8, offering important messages around how to embody our Redlands values, act responsibly in online forums and treat each other with kindness. Ms Partington made the pertinent comment that we expect all Redlanders to be upstanders and not bystanders. We want our students to show moral courage and call out inappropriate behaviour when they see it.

Ms Van de Peer then followed this discussion with some clear messages around appropriate online behaviour, particularly when using social media forums. She discussed how important it is to treat others with kindness both online and in real life (‘IRL’ – a new acronym for me!). She also outlined clearly how behaviours like selling or using vapes and sending others questionable pictures of yourself or others is illegal.

Yr 7 students were attentive and engaged in this session. Ms Van de Peer sent a clear outline of this discussion home to parents/carers on Tuesday, and I encourage you to discuss these points with your children. You can find more useful information to guide your discussions through our Digital Citizenship and Safety page on Pulse.

Please also note that in order to support a focused end to the term, Yr 7 students were reminded that mobile phones should be kept in their lockers throughout the school day. Phones seen in class without prior teacher permission, or out at recess or lunch will be confiscated and handed into the YA office for collection at the end of the day.

The Wonderful Theatre of English 7M

This week Yr 7 English classes worked through their final week’s study of David Almond’s novel, Skellig. Many teachers took the opportunity to engage their students in an activity where they transformed key chapters of the novel into scripts, which they then performed for their classes. 7M engaged particularly well in this task, creating strong scripts and performing with confidence. There were definitely a few drama buffs amongst the group, and everyone rose to the occasion to present some engaging theatrical representations. Well done 7M!

Assembly for Reconciliation Week

On Wednesday, an informative and engaging assembly was held as part of Reconciliation Week. The assembly began with a meaningful Welcome to Country from David Barnett from the Metropolitan Aboriginal Land Council. He discussed his own experience as a member of the Stolen Generation and explained the importance of Reconciliation Week to him. This was followed by some thoughtful comments from Yr 11 students, Alfie Leach and Antonia Morgan, who offered reflections on their recent trip to Arnhem Land and provided practical ways that we can connect to country in our day to day lives. Students were engaged in this meaningful assembly.

Student Recognition:

Ari Abe-Apostolou – Journey to Canberra

Last week, Ari journeyed to Canberra where he had the opportunity to speak to the Federal Health Minister, Hon. Mark Butler, and other medical professionals, as he undertook various media interviews at Parliament House. He was there to discuss the listing on the PBS of a new drug for the treatment of children born with dwarfism. It is the first medication in the world to treat this condition. As one of three families present at Parliament House for the official launch of this medication, Ari was a great advocate for his condition. If you wish to view the news report on this event, you can find it HERE.

Ari has also expressed gratitude to the Redlands community for supporting him over the years and he looks forward to continuing to advocate for all genetic conditions through Jeans for Genes day. So, keep an eye on this space for that support initiative, which is coming up next term!

Charlie Lee – CAT Competition

A few weeks ago, 47 Redlanders sat the Computation and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT) competition. The CAT competition gives students the opportunity to develop their problem-solving skills through algorithmic thinking. The competition incorporates unique ‘three-stage tasks’ that encourage students to develop informal algorithms and apply them to test data of increasing size or complexity.

Congratulations to all the students involved in what was quite a challenging competition. Special mention goes to Charlie Lee (Yr 7) who received a High Distinction – achieving a perfect score of 36. This is an exceptional achievement!

ISA Cross Country

Last Thursday a collection of Yr 7 students competed in the ISA Cross-Country and we saw some impressive results achieved. Congratulations to the students below for their excellent efforts!

• • Matilda Hugman 6^th place in the 12 years 3k
  • Phoebe Sun 7th place in the 12 years 3k
  • Elisabella Ty 8th place in the 12 years 3k
  • Angus Baird 7th place in the 12 years 3k
  • Alex Taylor 8th place in the 13 years 3k

Natalie Bain, Mackenzie Willis and Sarah Yates – Balmoral Burn

Last Sunday, we also had a few Yr 7 students challenge themselves by competing in the Balmoral Burn – a race from Balmoral Beach up Awaba St – to raise money for the Humpty Dumpty Foundation. Congratulations to Natalie Bain, Mackenzie Willis and Sarah Yates who were part of three Redlands teams who ran the race. In a little under two weeks, our three Redlands teams, fundraised over $1000, which was a great effort! Each of our runners, left nothing on the finish line, giving their absolute all as they reached the top of the very VERY steep Awaba St.

Upcoming Assessments:

• Technology – Week 7 (9/6)

For full details, see the ‘assessments’ tab on the Year 7 Core Page on iLearn.

Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

• Week 7: Secondary School Photo Day (Wednesday 7/6)

Year 7 will have their year group photo at the start of Period 1 (see more details below).

• Week 7: Secondary School Athletics Carnival (Thursday 8/6)

A fun day where students will connect in House groups and compete in a variety of track and field events.

Other Notices

Secondary School Photo Day– Save the Date!

Year Group photos will be held for all Secondary School students on Wednesday 7 June. Students will need to bring their student ID card to the photo.

Students are required to wear their full school uniform, including blazers, and adhere to the school’s regulations for school uniform. Please refer to the School Uniform regulations located on each Year Group page in Pulse.

If your child is unable to attend school or has an appointment scheduled during the day, please inform the Year Advisor.

Irregular Writing Competition

The Redlands Newspaper club, including Yr 7 members Lachlan Carter, Buddy Miller, Angus Goodall, Olivia Law and Aimee Kang, are holding an exciting competition – ‘worldviews, interviews and reviews.’ Students are encouraged to submit article of 200-300 words on one of the three topics for the chance to win a $20 voucher from Chargrill Charlies. More information can be found on the Irregular Website on Pulse.

Winter Woollies Appeal

As the temperature continues to drop, we are reminded of those who may not have the resources to stay cosy during the Winter season. But fear not, because together, we can make a difference and bring warmth to those in need. As part of the Yr 12 ‘Give back’ initiative, the Winter Woollies Appeal, aims to collect and distribute warm clothing and blankets to individuals and families who may be facing the harsh realities of Winter.

Please raid your closets and share the warmth! Gather gently used or new coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, and hats that you no longer need. Every piece you donate will help someone stay snug during the cold months ahead. Please bring all items down to the Student Services Centre foyer and place in the yellow bin, before the end of Week 9. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.

Friday Afternoon Athletics

This coming Friday, Friday Arvo Athletics will begin. The session will run every Friday afternoon (3:30-5:00pm) this term and next at the Undercroft. There will be sprints training with Sprints Coach Rich Frost; Middle Distance with Coaches Nick Walker and Jess Carroll; and throws with Coach Jason Turner. Sprints and Middle Distance training will begin this Friday, Throws training will start next week. 

All students participating, will be required to get changed  and then head directly to the Undercroft for a group warmup which will begin at 3:30pm. Students participating in the training sessions are to wear Redlands sports uniform. This is a great opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming Redlands Athletics Carnival and ISA Athletics Carnival next term, or to use this session as fitness for their rep sport. All levels of ability welcome.

Mr Jimmy Tod-Hill
Year 7 Advisor
jtodhill@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9908 6462 

Head of Junior School

Wear A Splash of Pink – Friday 26 May

It was wonderful to see a thread of pink around our campus last week as we supported the Breast Cancer Foundation by wearing a ‘Splash of Pink’ today. Through gold coin donations, we were delighted to add to the wider school collection across all three sections of the school by collected the sum of $623. 

Buddy Picnic

On the same day, our Buddy classes across the Preschool, Prep and Junior sections enjoyed the opportunity to have lunch together as another vertical connection opportunity for our students. It is always incredibly heart-warming to see the students in these situations and the older ones really take the lead in mentoring a sense of school community. Some of our Yr 6 students had also taken the initiative to create some conversation starters for the students in Yrs 4-6, which helped enormously and created much laughter too!

National Reconciliation Week

In our assembly this week, our student leaders beautifully articulated the significance of National Reconciliation Week to rest of the students in their own words.

As a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia, the students also talked about the theme for 2023 to Be a Voice for Generations.

Year 7, 2024 Parent Transition Information

Last Friday, I joined our Principal, Mr Corcoran, and the Head of Secondary School, Ms Gemma Van de Peer, in welcoming our current Yr 6 parents to an important transition morning which encompassed tours of our Senior Campus. Whilst I focused solely on the transition element, Ms Van de Peer and Mr Corcoran were able to share a lot more of the specific details around the Secondary School offerings and the slides from the presentation have been placed on the Yr 6 page of Pulse for parent reference.

Teacher Appreciation Morning Tea

Our staff were extremely grateful to receive some delectable morning tea treats this week from the RPFA on behalf of our parents and carers. The generous thought was very much appreciated and enjoyed and on behalf of the staff, I share our gratitude for this kind gesture.

Sydney Writers’ Festival

The Junior School writers’ workshop club had the privilege of attending the Sydney Writers’ Festival on Tuesday, and they came away so inspired that they returned to school only to spend the next one hundred minutes on their own writing, even then protesting when it was time to pack up to go home.  

In the students’ words, here are a few of the wonderful authors and illustrators that they heard from.

Maryam Master by Sienna Benz and Sophie Williams

Maryam Master is a devoted woman who is a refugee from Iran. She left Iran when she was just in second grade and her parents decided it was finally time to leave because of the war. She has a tough background, but she has pursued her dreams and goals into being a mother, a play writer, a movie writer, a dog lover and most importantly an author. She has written two books, No Words and Exit Through the Gift Shop, which she was very proud to present to young writers during the event. No Words is about a 12-year-old boy who is a refugee from Iran that came to Australia, and it was inspired by Maryam’s own experiences as a child.  The other book that she wrote was based on a girl in high school and how she faced her fears during her horrid time experiencing cancer and how she survived emotionally from the bullies and obstacles that life gave her. Maryam Master loves to inspire children to be ambitious in anything they do and to keep going when problems are faced. 

Jordan Gould and Richard Pritchard by Aria Amos and Ruby Tew

Richard Pritchard and Jordan Gould invite us into the world of adventure and fantasy with their Wylah series, featuring the first female Aboriginal warrior in a middle-grade book ever! One Aboriginal man and one New Zealander have come together to write amazing fantasies. The authors have taken real-life animals and turned them into wonderful creatures in Wylah. What does this series not have?!!

F. Steadman by Madeleine Hogue and Marcel Whitelaw

During our experience at the Sydney Writers’ Festival, one of the highlights was when the author of the Skandar series, A.F. Steadman, set foot on stage. Her books are set on a small island in between Wales, Ireland and England, where bloodthirsty wild unicorns roam freely. It is compulsory that when you turn thirteen you do the Hatchery Test, which is when you find out if you’re destined for a unicorn. If you are destined to bond with a unicorn, you get picked up at midnight by a rider official to be flown by helicopter to the mirror cliffs on the right side of the island. You are then transported to the Hatchery where you line up to place your hand on the large door and hope it will open for you. In the scenario where the Hatchery door does not open, you are immediately transported back to your home, never to return again. If you manage to open the door, on the other hand, you go inside the Hatchery and place your hand on your destined unicorn egg, waiting for its sharp horn to puncture the egg and cut your hand. This scar is where all your elemental magic is formed and moulded into weapons. After your unicorn has hatched and you have named it, you travel to the Eyrie, the place you will live, bond, and train with your unicorn. You live in a treehouse with your quartet; four people (including you) each having a different allied element. In the Eyrie, you will train for five years, (trusting you are not declared a nomad) then to compete in the Chaos Cup, where the most powerful and successful unicorns and riders race against each other, engaging in airborne elemental battles. The winner of the Chaos Cup will become Commodore of Chaos, and the leader of the island for a year. A.F. Steadman is a lovely writer and person, and we greatly enjoyed meeting her at the Sydney Writers’ Festival.

Redlands Student Musicians

Yesterday, a group of talented, young Redlands students from Kindy to Yr 8 performed for residents at Lansdowne Gardens, a local aged care home in Neutral Bay. Quickly changing after sport swapping tennis rackets and hockey sticks for cellos and violins, the group provided great joy through song and dance for the residents and I am grateful to the students and our parents for creating this special experience for our local community.

OOSH Vacation Care

Our OOSH Vacation Care program has been released and it looks exciting! Parents are reminded to log in using your HubHello account to make the bookings or contact the OOSH team via email at if you require any assistance.

Term 3/4 Departure Notice

As we are approaching the mid-point of the year, this is a reminder that those families who are planning on leaving the School during or at the end of Terms 3 or 4 are required to give notice to the Principal via an email to registrar@redlands.nsw.edu.au by the following dates:

Term 3 Departure:  Friday 23 June 2023
Term 4 Departure:  Friday 21 July 2023

As per the 2023 Schedule of Fees emailed to all families in December last year, there will be fees in lieu payable for any notices of departure received after these dates.

Redlands Gala Ball – Early Bird Tickets Available Now

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

Head of Preparatory School

National Reconciliation Week

This week is National Reconciliation Week. It is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievement, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. In and around the Prep School, staff and students have marked this important week by sharing stories, creating shared artwork and enjoying conversation without judgement in yarning circles.

I encourage our prep families to enjoy the Reconciliation display in the Prep Reception that has been created by Ms McKenzie and Mrs Simes. They have provided the foundations to build a space where we can reflect upon the meaning of Reconciliation. The story  Respect by Aunty Fay Muir and Sue Lawson, highlights the beautiful essence of First Nations Cultures and provides a platform for students to read and illustrate their understanding and reflections.

For families who would like to continue this conversation at home, please find a list of resources below that are useful when discussing Reconciliation with children.

Our Work – National Reconciliation Week
What is National Reconciliation Week
Teaching Resources 
Reconciliation Resources

Teacher Appreciation Day

On behalf of all the staff of Redlands House and the Preparatory School, we would like to thank the RPFA for providing a delicious morning tea for all staff on Teacher Appreciation Day this week. It was lovely for the educators at Redlands to be recognised for all that they do.

Our PCG volunteers also made our classroom teachers feel very loved with surprise cards and gifts. The staff certainly did not expect that, and they are so very grateful for the very thoughtful gestures.

OOSH News

OOSH Vacation Care program has been released and it looks exciting! Don’t forget to log in using your HubHello account to make the bookings or contact the OOSH team at ooshbookings@redlands.nsw.edu.au if you require any assistance.

Term 3 After School Sport 

The AFL Open Day was a huge success with students from Redlands House to Year 2 enjoying the experience of AFL. A big thank you to lucy Wrigglesworth, Prep after school sport coordinator, for organising this new sport option for Prep students. Just a reminder that Term 3 bookings will be open from next Monday and families will have a week to sign their children up! Please head to the Prep School Pulse page for all Prep after school sport details.

Prep Students Letting their Light Shine

On Wednesday afternoon a group of Redlands students brought some happiness and joy to the residents at Landsdowne Gardens. Students from across multiple grades played and sang songs that provided an opportunity for sing-a-longs and for reflecting on earlier times. We are very proud of our Redlands students who demonstrated how they can let their light shine. A big thank you to the Redlands families who organised this very special event. 

“The concert at Landsdowne Gardens was a huge success. Around 20 Redlands kids performed lots of things including singing and dance, piano, flute, piccolo, violin, cello and guitar. I played piano and did singing. I felt very nervous at first but in the end it all worked out well. The elderly audience thoroughly enjoyed the show!”

— Yvette Egan (3 Yellow)

Term 3/4 Departure Notice

As we are approaching the mid-point of the year, this is a reminder that those families who are planning on leaving the School during or at the end of Terms 3 or 4 are required to give notice to the Principal via an email to registrar@redlands.nsw.edu.au by the following dates:

Term 3 Departure:  Friday 23 June 2023
Term 4 Departure:  Friday 21 July 2023

As per the 2023 Schedule of Fees emailed to all families in December last year, there will be fees in lieu payable for any notices of departure received after these dates.

Redlands Gala Ball – Early Bird Tickets Available Now

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

Redlands House and Transition Gold

June-July Vacation Care 2023 for Redlands House and Transition Gold

We would like to invite you to enrol your child in our upcoming June-July 2023 Vacation Care program. To obtain all relevant information pertaining to the holiday activity schedule and daily requirements, we encourage you to visit the Extended Care page in Pulse starting from Friday 26 May at 4:30pm. You may proceed with your booking by sending an email directly to Extendedcare@redlands.nsw.edu.au starting from Monday 29 May. Please note that bookings will only be accepted starting from 29 May, 10:00 AM onwards. Any emails or requests received before this time will not be taken into consideration. We kindly request your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this timeline. Our aim is to ensure a fair and organized booking process for all interested participants. Please be advised that bookings are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Vacation Care runs from 26 June-14 July. 

Term 3/4 Departure Notice

As we are approaching the mid-point of the year, this is a reminder that those families who are planning on leaving the School during or at the end of Terms 3 or 4 are required to give notice to the Principal via an email to registrar@redlands.nsw.edu.au by the following dates:

Term 3 Departure:  Friday 23 June 2023
Term 4 Departure:  Friday 21 July 2023

As per the 2023 Schedule of Fees emailed to all families in December last year, there will be fees in lieu payable for any notices of departure received after these dates.

Redlands Gala Ball – Early Bird Tickets Available Now

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

It was great to see so much Pink last weekend across all the venues, the Redlands Community and spirit within was great to see as I ventured from Football and AFL on Friday evening to Netball and Rugby on Saturday. A huge thank you to the Friends of Groups for their contributions across the weekend, and also to the many volunteers who assisted baking or selling prior to or on the day.

Last week we heard from Jordy Parsonage as to what sport meant to her growing up, this week we hear from Kate Seebohm. Kate has been a member of the Redlands community for just over six years, working across numerous programs and coaching the Girls 1^st Basketball team for a number of years. Kate has a long family history with Basketball, she has travelled overseas and has been part of a college basketball system, so if you are interested in heading to College in America, I would suggest speaking with her!

What sport was to me growing up? – Kate Seebohm

Growing up in a small country town in South Australia, sport was a huge part of the community. My family was heavily involved in the local basketball association and from a young age I was dragged along to basketball tournaments across the state to watch my dad coach and my older brother play, and eventually started playing myself. Looking back these were some of my fondest family memories growing up as we were able to spend so much valuable time together and basketball provided a positive environment for us to connect through a shared passion.   

When I think about my personal values, many of them have been learnt through sport including discipline, hard work and perseverance. Sport has taught me about the importance of teamwork and communication. The bonds formed with teammates through victory, defeat and hours of practice have given me lifelong friendships. In addition, sport has taught me a lot about generosity. I have been extremely fortunate from a young age to have so many volunteer coaches who would give up their time to help me be successful. These coaching mentors are the primary reason that I started coaching as I have always felt it is important to pay it forward and do my best to provide the support and guidance to young people in the way my coaches have for me. 

I was extremely fortunate growing up to be involved in teams that allowed me to travel across Australia and overseas to play basketball. I was lucky to have the opportunity to attend College in the US with a basketball scholarship which provided me with one of the best experiences of my life and something I never would have had the opportunity to do without sport. I now have friends that I would consider family all over the world and am so grateful for everything that sport has given me.

‘When you can’t control what’s happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what’s happening. That is where the power is.’

• Unknown

Cameron Ellis
Head of Secondary School Sport
cellis@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Winter Sport

A reminder that all key information for the season has been uploaded onto the Redlands Pulse – Secondary School Sport, if you have any addition questions, please reach out to the appropriate Sports Administrator listed below.

Sports Photos

All Sports Photos are available for parents to view / purchase on the SPA Images Website 

Photo Library >> Schoolsports 2022-23 >> select your sport

Password (redlands2023) Redlands has an agreement with SPA Images that we will only use the images for marketing purposes. 

Concussion Protocols

Parents & Carers last week received an email containing the Redlands Concussion Protocols, which can also be found on the ‘Key Documents’ section of Redlands Pulse – Secondary School Sport. A reminder to all that these protocols are for both a return to school and a return to sport. Students who have a suspected concussion are asked to seek medical attention at their earliest convenience.

Athletics

The Secondary School Athletics Carnival will be Thursday 8 June (Term 3, Week 7), information can be found on Redlands Pulse – Secondary School Athletics.

Students wishing to register for the 1500m will need to complete the Registration Form  

Balmoral Burn

On Sunday 28 May, Redlands had three teams participate in the challenging Balmoral Burn, which involved running up one of Sydney’s steepest streets, Awaba Street, which has a 420-metre incline. In addition to students running in the Balmoral Burn, students in each team were asked to fundraise much needed funds towards the Humpty Dumpty foundation, which provides medical care and equipment to sick kids in hospital. Amongst the three Redlands teams, they raised a total of $1400, which was a fantastic effort.

The teams consisted of the following runners:

Team 1 – Girls

Mel Franco 
Amynta Field
Sarah Yates
Natalie Bain
Reserve: Annabelle Hwang 

Team 1 – Boys 

Isaac Brooks
Connor Petersen
Hamish Campbell 
Flynn Kieran

Team 2 – Boys 

Mackenzie Willis        
Tobe Cornelius 
Rowan Petersen

Overall, our Redlands Senior boys team finished in 4^th   place and Senior Girls team finished in 9^th  place. Redlands also had the 5^th fastest time on the day out of 23 schools. 

More Images Here

Cross Country

This report is written by Maddie d’Almeida for Cross Country Note Day.

Last Wednesday on 24 May, our Secondary School students, accompanied by Mr Walker, Miss Carol and Mr Ellis, attended the ISA Cross Country Carnival at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. Despite the harsh hilly course, the day was fun and exciting with lots of great achievements. It was great to see other Redlands runners cheer and compete against a large field of competitors and run their best. 

Overall we were successful with collecting the overall Senior Girls Shield as well as Boys placing 2^nd overall, and the Girls placing 3^rd overall. 

A special congratulations to Maddie Barwise (Yr 12) who placed 1st in the Girls U18 6k, Isaac Brooks (Year 11) who placed  2^nd in the U17 Boys 6k, Finn Gurney (Year 8) who placed 3^rd in the U13 Boys 3k, and Immi Howard (Year 9) who placed 3^rd in the U15 Girls 4k. A further congratulations and good luck to the following students who placed in the top 10 and are going on to compete at the NSW CIS XC Championships coming up on the 8 June: 

• Amber Kusano (Year 9), 4^th place in the U15 Girls 4k
• Arkie Riches (Year 9), 5^th place in the U15 Girls 4k
• Matilda Hugman 6^th  , 12 Years 3k
• Phoebe Sun 7^th , 12 Years 3k
• Elisabella Ty 8^th , 12 Years 3k
• Isobelle Campbell 10^th  , 14 Years 3k
• Maddy D’Almeida 7^th, 18 years 6k
• Bronte Backhouse 10^th, 18 years 6k
• Angus Baird 7^th, 12 Years 3k
• Alex Taylor 8^th, 13 Years 3k
• Tom Brown 7^th, 14 Years 4k
• Otto Ross Sampson 10^th, 15 Years 4k
• Flynn Kieran, 8^th, 17 Years 6k 

Fitness Centre

A reminder that the Fitness Centre schedule is available on Redlands Pulse, it is great to see so many students participating in the Fitness Centre during the mornings and some afternoons. A reminder that students who are using the gym, must change into their school uniform prior to Period 1 classes. Students who do not follow the Fitness Centre rules and requirements or the direction of the staff will be asked to leave the gym.

Football

Pink Sock Round was a fantastic round of Redlands Football. Friday night Football under lights was a fantastic experience for our 1^st Boys and 1^st Girls. With a large number of supporters out from across the school there was a great vibe at Macquarie on Friday night in support of such a fantastic cause to raise funds and awareness for the Breast Cancer Network Australia. This continued into Saturday, with the majority of teams playing at Macquarie University across Football & Rugby there was a great atmosphere and some very positive results for both our boys and girls Football programs. Congratulations to the students who have been named in the team of the week for Round 5!

A big congratulations to the following students who represented ISA at the NSWCIS Football Championships earlier this week: Jasmine Black, Madison Barwise, Hugo McKay, Keian Murphy, Jaiden Murphy and Liam McFarlane. A further congratulations to Jasmine Black and Hugo McKay who were selected into the NSWCIS Football teams and to Keian Murphy who was selected as a shadow. Best of luck to these students when they compete for the CIS team later this year.

Hockey

Pink Sock Day was a great success for our Hockey community. Our 1^st Girls were up against Barker 2 for the first game of the day and they came out with a point to prove. Coming off the back of a tough loss the week before, our 1^st Girls were almost at full strength again and came out firing from the early stages of the game. The team finished with a huge 15-0 win. The Junior A Girls were up next against SACS and proved themselves to be deserving of the top of the table position again this week. The team finished with a 6-0 win after a fantastic team effort. A big thank you to the Friends of Hockey for their efforts in collecting donations on Saturday for such a fantastic cause in supporting the Breast Cancer Network Australia!

Netball

It has been a very busy start to the season for Netball. Our participation numbers this year are higher than they have ever. This has been very rewarding for me to see, with 18 teams competing in the ISA competition.

Many teams have travelled out of Sydney for their games over the last few weeks. I am sure you will agree this travel time builds friendships and connects teammates and coaches and is a time that should provide wonderful memories for the girls throughout their school years.  

We are halfway through the season now, some teams have had continuous tough games with many losses but these games build much resilience and push coaches and players to dig deep and keep going. This resilience breeds strength and growth in young people not just for their sporting life but beyond that too. I applaud these teams for their hardwork and patience as they wait for a win. In particular our Senior 4 and our Junior E team have made some recent break throughs. As Vincent Lomabardi wrote, “winners never quit and quitters never win.”

Thank you to our hard-working coaches who support the girls week in and out, ask for help with programming and put 100% into the girls.

To further motivate our netballers, as we push through the last half of the season, we will be starting our “top trainers” this week and we will list them here. These are the girls who put their best foot forward at training, are on time, work hard and have a positive focus at training.

Lets go Redlands! 

Georgina Ford

Director of Coaching Netball

Rugby

With a season focus of “Good players, better people” our Rugby boys stuck true to their program identity. During Pink Sock Round, our Opens Boys were core supporters in Friday night’s matches, and again across all age groups on Saturday, displaying true Redlands spirit.

Our on-field performance across all age groups showed vast improvement with close games against Oxley throughout the day. A special mention to our opens team, Redlands 1sts who secured a fantastic 1 point victory over Oxley, who had until the weekend been undefeated this season. 

Thank you to the wider Redlands community who supported our Rugby fixtures over the weekend, and all parents who volunteered their time and supported the Pink Sock festivities.

Players of the week as nominated by coaches:

• 13s: Felix Eade
• 14s: Rupert Perry
• 15s: Hunter Wilson
• 1sts: Josh Hicks & Max Perry

Looking ahead:

We look forward to another home game this weekend against CCGS. 

To note: 

Touch base with your Friends of Rugby representative for your year group for information on the BMGS/ Red weekend! 

Snowsports

We would like to express our gratitude to all the families who have registered for Redlands Snowsports. Your enthusiasm and support are greatly appreciated.

Bookings for Interschools and Race training are now closed. However, we would like to remind you that registrations for the Redlands Cup on Sunday 9 July are still open. We encourage you to spread the word to friends from other schools who might be interested. The deadline for registrations is 17 June.

Book Here

Thank you once again for your participation and involvement in Redlands Snowsports. If you have any further questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to

Danielle Steer
dsteer@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Tennis

We are now halfway through the Winter Tennis competition season and are very happy with how the players have been progressing throughout the weeks. There has been greater development in the Internal Competition as well and we look forward to integrating more players into the NSS teams in Term 3 so please continue to work on your matchplay!

A reminder Year 9 students currently away on camp are still expected to attend their Saturday fixture unless marked as a reserve. Wishing everyone well for Round 6!

Please contact Ms Caitlin Wong should you have any questions regarding Winter Tennis.

Touch Football

Goodluck to Ethan James who will represent our school and region this weekend in the NSW All Schools tournament playing in the CIS team!

Skills Sessions

Touch Football will be offering high performance optional skills sessions on Wednesday mornings at Cammeray.

Sessions will run on Wednesday mornings at Cammeray Park (synthetic) 7am-8am. 

Students will meet at Cammeray Park at 7.00am and walk back to school at 8.00am.

Students may opt in/ out weekly as per their loading with other commitments. There is no pressure to participate if students do not wish too.  Involvement in these extra Touch sessions do not replace your Winter sport selection, simply an additional optional session to keep skills high during off season.

Water Polo

Players of the week as nominated by coaches:

• Senior girls: Ruby Voyce
• Inter boys: Alex Taylor
• Inter girls: Zoe Potter

Looking ahead: 

View Games Here

Water Polo is a representative sport and as such students are reminded that they need attend fixtures. If you are unable to attend, please email jparsonage@redlands.nsw.edu.au ahead of your fixture. 

General Sport Information

Wet Weather

While every effort will be made to provide alternative training options, if sport needs to be cancelled due to wet weather a notification will be posted on the Redlands Sport Twitter page (@RedlandsSport) and an email will be sent out to both students and parents. This includes morning & afternoon training along with weekend fixtures.

Thursday afternoon sport training– wet weather arrangements (Year 8-12)
Students in Year 8-12 who are dismissed at the end of Period 5 are required to go directly home. 
Thursday afternoon sport training – wet weather arrangements (Year 7)
In the event that year 7 sport is cancelled on Thursday afternoon, students will remain at school until 3.20pm and participate in sport-based activities.

Fixtures

All student training and fixture details will be available to families under My Schedule on Redlands Pulse. Additionally, 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 Redlands Pulse Friday afternoon to ensure you have the latest 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. 

Sport Absences

Parents are required to send an email to the appropriate Sports administrator prior to missing any training session asking for their son/daughter to be excused. 

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.

Injured students are required to attend all training sessions and Saturday fixtures.

Failure to do any of the above will jeopardise a student’s eligibility for Colours, Pockets, and Awards & result in school disciplinary action.

Please refer to the Student Planner 2023 for full details on requirements for participating in a Representative Sport.

Winter Sport – Key Contacts

Junior Sport

NSW PSSA Championships

Congratulations to Max Abusah and Agatha Storch on their involvement in these championships this week as part of the Boys and Girls CIS Basketball teams up at Tamworth. We will have a full report next week but the CIS girls have won the first of their matches this week and on Day 1, the boys won in a nail biter against McKillop 43-42 and then defeated North Coast 85-19.

Paul Kelly Cup – AFL

Congratulations to our Year 5 and 6 boys on representing Redlands in the 2023 PKC at Queens Park later in the week. Our Boys team, down a few key players due to injury played St Ignatius College Riverview, St Augustine’s and Knox. Under the coaching of Mr Carter and Montana Ham (Sydney Swans) as well as our apprentice Year 6 coach Owen Beck, the boys played extremely well and for most of the team (Year 6) this was their last Paul Kelly Cup. Well done to all those on their efforts over the five matches on the day.
 

Redlands Gymnastics Team for IPSHA- Open Trial

This is the second notice advertising an open invitation for any student who is interested in trialing for our Redlands Gymnastics Team that will compete at the IPSHA Gymnastics Carnival. For more information please see the attached document and or our Gymnastics page on Pulse which can be found here- Redlands Pulse Gymnastics Page.  

Representative Sports – Saturday Morning Match Wear

Just a reminder for all families who represent Redlands in Saturday Sport, only Redlands Sports Uniforms and match day kit is to be worn. Each family should own either a school tracksuit and or a fleece that they can wear over the top of their playing kit if they are cold. If your child feels the cold, they may play in their fleece if their match allows it.

Any incorrect item will now be confiscated as all students have received the same message.

Redlands Cross Country Carnival Photos

As you would be aware, a professional sports photographer attended the Junior School Cross Country Carnival to take some photos for parents and the School. There are some great shots online for you to view and or purchase or download. Please follow the steps below to view this folder that is only accessible to Redlands families and will be uploaded in the coming days.

Log In Here

• Click prompt to Access Gallery
• Select – Redlands Icon
• Select – 2023 folder
• Select Event i.e. Junior Cross Country Carnival
• Enter: Name & Email Address
• Enter Password: Dunnet01
• Select- View album

There’s a whole range you can choose from. Prints, Personalised Prints, Canvas, Framed Photos, Digital Images to mention a few.

Sport Calendar

The updated sport calendar for Term 2 onwards is available online on Junior School Sport Page. You can also view it by selecting here; 2023 JS Sport Calendar

Representative Sport Student Absence

If students are absent on match day, parents are required to complete this online absence form. This will allow your responses to be passed on electronically to your child’s coach efficiently and at short notice. The Student Absence link can also be found on the Junior School Sport Page on Redlands Pulse.

Please don’t hesitate to view our Sport Information page on Redlands Pulse if you have any questions pertaining to Sport.

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

Snowsports

Snowsports

We would like to express our gratitude to all the families who have registered for Redlands Snowsports. Your enthusiasm and support are greatly appreciated.

Bookings for Interschools and Race training are now closed. However, we would like to remind you that registrations for the Redlands Cup on Sunday, 9th July are still open. We encourage you to spread the word to friends from other schools who might be interested. The deadline for registrations is 17th June.

Book Here

Thank you once again for your participation and involvement in Redlands Snowsports. If you have any further questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to

Danielle Steer
dsteer@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Ballet and Dance

Eisteddfods

The Academy would like to congratulate the Junior Ballet Performers for their wonderful performance at the UNSW Science Theatre on Friday where they placed 2nd in the DanceLife Unite competition. This group of Year 5 and Year 6 dancers has been exceptionally dedicated to the process and Ms Samantha and Ms Maria are extremely proud of the progress that every student has made. Amazing result, well done!

And we have a busy weekend ahead. On Sunday 4 June our Senior Contemporary Performers, Senior Ballet Performers, Senior Jazz Performers 1 and Senior Jazz Performers 2 are all competing at the Sydney Eisteddfod at The Concourse in Chatswood. We wish them all the very best!

Cocurricular Ballet and Dance Academy Photos

A reminder for senior Academy students that co-curricular photos are being taken on Monday 5 June, details below:

Location: Fahl Garen

Time: 10:20am

Wet Weather Location: Music Centre Auditorium

Please wear full school uniform, including blazers, and bring your student ID card.

Friends of Ballet & Dance (FoBD) Event

Please join us next Thursday for our FoBD Morning Tea and Second Hand Dance Uniform Sale.

When: Thursday 8 June   |   8:30am – 9:30am

Where: Ballet Studio (P1.6)   |   Parkes Hall Building   |   Junior Campus

For further details please see our FoBD Pulse page.

Semester 2 Dance Classes

Your child’s dance classes will automatically roll over from Semester 1 to Semester 2. If you are happy with your classes, then you do not need to do anything.

If you wish to enrol then please see our Enrolments Pulse page.

If you wish to drop any class for Semester 2 then please complete our NOTICE OF CHANGE FORM. 

The deadline for withdrawal from Semester 2 classes is FRIDAY 16 JUNE. After this date an administration fee will be applied for any withdrawals from dance. For further details please see our Terms & Conditions.

ABSENT or AWAY FROM CLASS 

If your child is sick or will miss their class then please complete our ABSENTEE FORM. 

Any Questions?

For the most up-to-date information on all things dance please

CLICK HERE FOR BALLET & DANCE PULSE

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

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

Music

Senior Music Festival – Final ticket release!

We are so excited to see tickets selling fast for the Senior Music Festival with hundreds gone within hours of the link being shared!  The last 250 seats have just been made available in the Dress Circle and we encourage our community to jump on the website to book tickets sooner than later to avoid disappointment.

• Adult | $40.00
• Child/Concession/Student | $30.00
  
• Family (2 adults & 2 children) | $110.00
  

A prize for the highest ticket sales is on offer again to a student in our Cocurricular Music program, so if you have a particular musician you would like to win, ask them their STUDENT NUMBER and add this 6-digit code under ‘Questionnaires’ when you purchase tickets. 

Our LIKE A VARIATION theme for 2023 is a twist on the similarly named radio segment, and we’re having a ball pulling it all together! This fantastic night is not just for members of our P-12 Redlands community, but for music lovers and trivia buffs of all ages! Spread the word, round up your friends and secure your tickets for what will be another very fun evening for our Redlands community.

Click here to secure your tickets to SMF2023!

SMF Whole Cast Rehearsal – this Sunday!

As advised via email, all members of the Senior Cocurricular Music program are rehearsing this Sunday between 10am – 2.30pm (arrive and set instruments up in John Roberts Centre at 9.45am).  Students are reminded to wear their Festival t-shirts and to bring their instrument, scores, a packed lunch, snacks and their 1920’s costumes. We will be getting changed into our Gatsby-esque grandeur during the lunch break in readiness for a costume run.

As with the long days at The Concourse, we also recommend students bring a book or some quiet activities should they find themselves with downtime in between their calls.

Everyone will be dismissed for collection at the Gerard St gates at 2.30pm, with the exception of the Yr 12 featured students who will rehearse till 4pm. Let’s make some music!

Pink Sock Fundraiser Performances

Congratulations to our Extracurricular Rock Band program who pivoted on a dime to jump to the support of a student-led Festival in the Fahl garden, raising money for Breast Cancer research. The day was the initiative of our School Captains and the Rock Bands added greatly to the event with their fantastic music! Thanks to our Head and Small Ensembles, Mr Montz and our Assistant Head of Small Ensembles, Mr Wooltorton, and to all our wonderful Rock Band mentors who support these aspiring performers each week. Well done students!

Spotlight on…Chamber Music in the Junior School

We are fortunate to have a thriving Chamber Music program at Redlands on both campuses. On the Junior Campus, the Vivaldi Chamber Ensemble performed for visitors to the recent Open Day, and this week, the Mozart Chamber Ensemble wowed the Junior School with a performance during the whole school assembly. Performing Allegro from Vivaldi’s Autumn, the group demonstrated excellent musicality and ensemble playing, performing without a conductor. Congratulations to our Junior School Chamber musicians and we look forward to your upcoming performances in the Junior Music Festival. 

Senior Vocal Competition – Friday 9 June 2023

Our annual Senior Vocal Competition is just over one week away, and our resident Associate Artist, Dr Eskenazi has been working with competitors in preparation. Chloe Zuel is looking forward to joining us, and families and friends of competitors are welcome to attend the concert, with a limited number of free tickets available for each session. Please book using the link below (noting performers do not need tickets)!

SENIOR VOCAL COMPETITION 2023 TICKETS 

Junior & Senior Piano Competition 2023

Piano Competition auditions are now open for students in the Junior and Senior schools. This is a wonderful opportunity for our piano students to showcase their talents and we encourage all pianists to apply. 

Junior Piano Competition Audition Form   (Yrs 3-6)

Senior Piano Competition Audition Form (Yrs 7-12)

Junior students will be scheduled for face to face auditions in Week 9 of this term, while Senior Students should complete the form above and later submit their audition via the Music Auditions page on iLearn. 

Junior Music Festival – Thursday 3 August 2023

Get those ball gowns and tuxedos ready for A Night with the Stars! Students are working hard in their curriculum and cocurricular lessons and rehearsals to make it a night to remember. Featuring the biggest hits from stage and screen, it will be a memorable celebration which includes every single Junior School student. Please save the date and ticketing details will be released in due course. 

Lunchtime Studio Concerts | Weeks 5 – 7

Thank you to those who have joined us this week for one or more of our informal Studio Concert Series.  Many of our Specialist Tutors are hosting this relaxed opportunity for our developing musicians to share their progress with a supportive audience of family and friends. Members of our community are warmly invited to join us in the dates and times below.

JUNIOR CAMPUS STUDIO CONCERTS

SENIOR CAMPUS STUDIO CONCERTS

Here to help!

Keep your eye on Pulse and the MUSIC EVENTS page to ensure key dates are all on the family calendar and reach out to your campus Music Office if we can assist in any way.

Drama and Theatre

What a week we have had in Drama and Theatre! Students are busily preparing for the upcoming Gala Arts in the Theatre category, our Theatresports Senior Team placed Second and will perform at the Enmore Theatre! Our IB Theatre students engaged in immersive and practical theatre workshops from international specialists and our Year 12 HSC students are preparing for their upcoming Drama showcase – we hope to see you at our upcoming performances at the Enmore Theatre (Senior Theatresports) and the Drama Studio (HSC Drama). We are also thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming Redlands play in Term 4, auditions for Years 10 and 11 students, information below. 

Theatresports Team – Grand Final at the Enmore Theatre!

A huge congratulations to our Senior Theatresports Team who competed against 8 schools at the Theatresports Schools Challenge Semi-Finals and placed Second! They will now perform at the Grand Final at the Enmore Theatre, this is an exceptional achievement.

The students in the team are: Phoebe Barnett (Yr 12), Claudia Lalich (Yr 12), Hallie Hunt (Yr 11), Sholto Mirrlees-Black (Yr 11).

Thank you to the Theatresports teachers, Sarah Sparkes and Amber Virtue for doing such an outstanding job in training our students.

The Grand Final is on Sunday 18 June, 5:30pm at the Enmore Theatre if you would like to come along. We encourage team Redlands to support our amazing Improvisers for what will be a very entertaining show!

enmoretheatre.com.au/event/theatresports-schools-challenge-grand-final/ 

“On Monday night, the Senior Theatresports Team and I competed at the inter-school Theatresports competition for the semi-final round. This competition required student-led teams from across Sydney to compete in four rounds of Theatresports games, where we were judged on the entertainment, narrative, and the structural value of our improvised performances. Hallie, Sholto, Phoebe and I were able to bind together and perform the strongest we ever have, with the highlight of the night being our Round 4 Broadway Musical performance where we scored 15/15! This helped us place 2^nd overall, and meant we were the first Redlands team, since 2018, to progress to the Grand Final round of the competition! I am so immensely proud of our team for continuing to remain optimistic, enthusiastic and passionate throughout each moment during the competition – irrespective of how we felt the scene was going, or how well we scored. I truly felt that being part of a group dynamic as such, was more of a privilege than our resulting place in the competition.” (By Claudia Lalich, Theatre Captain).

Redlands Play Announcement – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Zenith Theatre, 2- 4 November 2023 (Performance Dates)
Directed by Artist in Residence Christopher Tomkinson 
Produced by Ms Sweetman
Director/Artist in Residence

We are excited to have a special artist in residence Christopher Tomkinson. Christopher has worked as an actor, director, producer and writer in theatre, radio, TV and film. He has worked with Sport for Jove in over a dozen productions, and performed with STC, Bell Shakespeare, Monkey Baa, Sydney Opera House, CDP, Ensemble, Pinchgut Opera, and in the musical Eureka. He has improvised stories for audiences all over Australia, taught theatre classes for ages 2 – 80 from the Gulf of Carpentaria to Tasmania, his play, The Orphan’s Orchard, has been published by Cambridge University Press and he is the director of the Shakespeare Carnival, a NSW wide performance opportunity for high school students. Chris grew up at ATYP, graduated WAAPA, studied in London and Paris with Philippe Gaulier and Pantheatre through an ATYP/ Lend Lease Scholarship and has been a proud member of Equity since 1985.

Summary

In one of the most famous of literary love quadrangles, A Midsummer Night’s Dream tells the tale of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander, and Helena, four misguided lovers whose journey into the woodlands then in even more trouble, as members of the fairy kingdom decide to use them as veritable pawns in their own love games. Against the backdrop of the wedding of Duke Theseus and Hippolyta, and the fiery battle of wills between the Fairy King and Queen, Oberon and Titania, the four lovers are challenged by magic and trickery to finally work out what love is all about.

Audition Information

Play Application Form and Commitment Contract 

Yr 12 HSC Drama Individual Project Showcase 

The Year 12 HSC Drama Individual Project Showcase is taking place on Monday 19 June at 6:30pm in the Drama Studio. The students will present their costume designs, video drama and also 6-8 minute individual performances, we warmly invite you to attend.

HSC Drama Students 2023

Hugo McKay, Helena Dracakis, Georgia Verschoor, Lily Kneale, Alex Tully, Lachlan Dekker, Bella Zeppel, Alex Scotting, Keian Murphy, Forest Wilkes, Phoebe Barnett, Elke Mueller, Sebastian Tang

Drama Student of the Week: Agnes Anderson 

By Sebastian Tang (Arts Captain) 

We are delighted to present Agnes Anderson, a Year 6 student, with the Drama Student of the Week award. This notice is written with heartfelt appreciation and immense joy as we celebrate her exceptional qualities of kindness and her remarkable ability to collaborate effortlessly with anyone. Agnes continues to show Redlands values of respect and kindness in both one-on-one interactions and group collaborations, making her a deserving recipient of this recognition. Keep up the great work Agnes!

Interested in Drama

If you are interested in joining Drama at any stage during the year, including Private Tuition, Acting classes, Musical Theatre, Filmmaking or our Production teams, P-12, please do not hesitate to contact drama@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

Click on Pulse for an outline of all Drama classes. 

PREP DRAMA PULSE

JUNIOR DRAMA PULSE

SECONDARY DRAMA PULSE

Ms Tamara Sweetman
Coordinator of Theatre and Drama
drama@redlands.nsw.edu.au