From the Principal

On Tuesday our Year 12 Captains ran their final Stage 4 (Years 7 and 8) student led assembly for the year. Our School Captains, Isaac and Jazz, reflected on how they remembered being Year 7 students not that long ago and looking up to the School Captains back in 2019, Chloe and Josiah, when they led assemblies – never imagining that one day they would follow in their footsteps.

Like many Year 12 students at this time of year, they shared how they cannot believe they only have a few weeks left of their time at Redlands and so wanted to share some of their reflections to students in Years 7 and 8.

• Cherish your time at Redlands and make the most of all of the incredible opportunities given to you;
• Move out of your comfort zones and “step beyond” to try new activities, forge new relationships and break through perceived limitations; and
• Make the most of the amazing Redlands community and know that you are not alone on your schooling journey and have the support of classmates, teachers, friends and parents.

Recently, I have been reflecting back on my time in high school in the United States (yes, it was a long time ago), as members of our “varsity soccer” team (I am using the American term on purpose) have been sharing videos of our Year 12 season with each other and reminiscing about our special memories – our camaraderie off the field, a penalty shoot-out victory on the field and even the big “pep rally” before the grand final.

As our Year 12 students come to the end of their Redlands journey, I do hope that they will similarly look back fondly on their time at school and cherish these memories moving forward.

Father’s Day Celebration

There was a definite buzz in the air on Monday morning with our Father’s Day celebration in the Junior Campus piazza. I was delighted to join a large number of dads and special friends for coffee and breakfast before they had the opportunity to spend some quality time participating in classroom activities with their children.

Festival of Redlands, Saturday 19 October, 1-5pm, Junior Campus

Please join us as our whole community celebrates our 140^th birthday, shining a light on 140 years of exceptional education at Redlands.

From 1-5pm, the Junior Campus will explore the past, present and future of our School with showcases in Performing Arts, Sports, Academics, Visual Arts, Innovative Design and Outdoor Education, along with an international food extravaganza and a Festival of Redlands House Challenge.

Tickets for this milestone event will go on sale next week.

Mr Sean Corcoran

Photo Caption: It was such a wonderful morning celebrating our dads on the Junior Campus as we held our annual Father’s Day celebration. We loved having you on campus for coffee, chats, and some quality time in the classroom. 

Community Update

It was a pleasure to have our Dads and special friends on the Junior Campus earlier this week, extending Father’s Day celebrations into another day! Our students and staff were delighted and excited to host our guests before School for coffee and snacks in the Piazza before joining in classroom and outdoor activities. 

Excitement is building with just over six weeks to go until our highly anticipated Festival of Redlands that will take place on Saturday 19 October on our Junior Campus. Our Festival of Redlands will shine a light on 140 years of the School highlighting our rich and diverse culture, growth, talent and community. From 1-5pm, the Festival will showcase Performing Arts, Sports, Academics, Visual Arts, Innovative Design and Outdoor Education and feature an international food extravaganza and a House Challenge. Tickets go on sale next week and more information can be found in the RPFA section of Note Day, along with information on the wide range of other parent and carer events that continue to connect our community.

The Redlands Parents’ Prayer Group provides our current parent community with the opportunity to come together in prayer. We invite you to join our Chaplains and Principal for our Term 3 gathering on Tuesday 17 September from 5.30 to 6.30pm in the Staff Room (2^nd Floor) in the Liggins Building on the Senior Campus. Light refreshments will be provided, during an informal time of fellowship and prayer. Please extend this invitation to any other parents or families you think would appreciate being included.

A reminder that clean pre-loved uniforms can be donated through the Uniform Shop for the upcoming Second Uniform Sale that will take place on Friday 13 September. This initiative enables us to recycle pre-loved uniforms back into the community whilst raising valuable funds for our means-tested Scholarship Fund. Further details can again be found in the RPFA section of today’s Note Day.

Thank you for your continued guidance and support and as ever, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Community Engagement team, or to me directly, should you have any feedback, suggestions or questions.

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

Foundation

Redlands Melbourne Cup Luncheon – Early Bird tickets available NOW

This year the tradition continues as we host the event that stops the nation at Sergeants’ Mess in Chowder Bay overlooking stunning Sydney Harbour. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with French Champagne on arrival, a gourmet three course meal with fine wines, raffles and sweeps, entertainment and fashions on the field.

Early Bird tickets are available until 30 September. Tables of 10 are available and a limited number of tables of 12. To book, please put down your seating preferences by Year Group or names of guests you wish to be seated with. There will be a dad’s table as well.

Bus transport from the venue to the Buena Vista (Mosman Junction) can be booked, as well as French Champagne to be served during the afternoon. For any event enquiries, please contact Jenni De Jager, Foundation Coordinator, on 9908 6484 or foundation@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

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Spring Online Auction – Prizes Welcome

As part of Melbourne Cup Luncheon, we will have our online auction raising funds for the means-tested Coralie Amos OAM Scholarship. The auction will be open to the whole school community in Term 4 and will close at the Luncheon.  The auction would not be possible without the generous contributions of our school community in donating prizes for the auction, our raffle and sweeps on the day. If you can help, please contact Jenni De Jager, Foundation Coordinator on 9908 6484 or foundation@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

Alumni Update

Bryce Collins RL 2014

Enormous thanks to Bryce Collins, Redlander 2014, who spoke with our High Performing Students on how to manage school with training and competitions, and also possible career directions.

Bryce is a civil engineer and Project Manager & NSW Team Leader at SPORTENG, and his current role entails managing sporting field design projects around Australia, as well as managing sales, business development and team management for New South Wales.

Bryce has had to learn how to balance a career as an engineer with that of an internationally ranked athlete having been ranked 3^rd in the 400m hurdles. During his time at Redlands Bryce was Captain of Swimming, Athletics AND Football! He obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) from UNSW and since 2016 has been Treasurer and President at the UNSW Athletics Club and has also returned to Redlands in the past as an Athletics Coach.

Festival of Redlands – Celebrating 140 Years of Redlands

We look forward to welcoming many members of our vibrant community there.

Birthday Wishes: Vicky Kvisle, Redlander 1974

I am a proud member of the class of 1974. It’s an honour to celebrate Redlands and reflect on the incredible impact this School has had on my life. Redlands gave me amazing opportunities that I will always cherish. It wasn’t just a place of learning; it was a place where lifelong friendships were forged, and the values and lessons I gained there, shaped who I am today.

It’s truly exciting to see the school Redlands has become – growing and thriving while staying true to its essence. I’ve also had the joy of watching my daughter, Anna-Lisa, blossom at Redlands, just as I did all those years ago.

Here’s to many more years of inspiring young minds and nurturing bright futures.

Happy Birthday, Redlands! 

Note: Vicky Kvisle bottom left celebrating 50 Years since graduation at the Platinum Luncheon

For more information about the Festival of Redlands, please visit the RPFA section of this NoteDay.

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

Redlands Parents and Friends

We celebrated Father’s Day this week. It  was wonderful to see the kids so excited to welcome their Dads to the school grounds, strengthening our sense of community as we took some precious moments to acknowledge Fathers Day.

Tickets on Sale Next Week so Keep Posted so you Don’t Miss Out!

Please join us on Saturday 19 October for an unforgettable Birthday Celebration, shining a light on 140 years of exceptional Redlands education!

From 1-5pm, the Junior Campus will explore the past, present, and future of our school with showcases in Performing Arts, Sports, Academics, Visual Arts, Innovative Design and Outdoor Education.

Bring the Redlands spirit to life by participating in the Festival of Redlands House Challenge! Compete for the inaugural Festival of Redlands Trophy by racking up points through spirited activities and friendly competition.

How the Festival of Redlands House Challenge Works

Show Your House Spirit: Each house will decorate its own marquee!! In addition, come dressed in your House colours for a chance to win points for the best dressed and best decorated marquee.

Play Sports: Compete in various sports throughout the afternoon. Points will be awarded for participation and winning.

What’s On at the Festival?

Entertainment and Food

The Entertainment Quarter: Head to the Piazza to watch students showcase their musical, dance and drama talents throughout the day.

Visual Arts and Academics Alley: Explore the ground floor classrooms and undercroft of the Margaret Roberts building to see displays of our academic and visual arts programs.

Bid for Original Artworks: Check out and bid on artworks created by Prep School students, with proceeds supporting the High Country Campus appeal.

International Food Extravaganza: Enjoy a diverse selection of foods from China, Spain, France, Japan and traditional Aussie BBQ favourites, celebrating Redlands’ cultural diversity and Languages program.

Alumni Cafe: Treat yourself to barista-made coffee, handmade cupcakes, brownies and cookies baked by the Redlands community.

Sporting Activities

Engage in a variety of activities to earn House points, including:

• Field Sports and Rowing Games: Compete in various field sports and rowing events on the oval.
• Netball and Basketball: Show off your skills in Dunnet Hall in netball and basketball games.
• Climbing Frame Ninja Courses: Try your hand at timed climbing challenges in the Junior School.

Ticketed Activities

• Kindi Farm: Visit the farm at the top parking lot and meet the animals.
• Mechanical Snowboard Ride: Test your snowboard skills on the urban slopes.
• Bubble Soccer: Have fun with human bubble soccer at the Redlands House courts.
• Climbing Wall: Challenge yourself on the climbing wall at the south end of the oval.
• Silent Disco: Dance your heart out at the Parkes Building’s silent disco and earn House points.

Grand Finale

Don’t miss the ultimate House Tug-of-War to wrap up the festivities! Register on arrival and compete for House bragging rights in this exciting end-of-festival showdown.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you and make this a birthday to remember! Proudly brought to you by the Redlands Parents and Friends Association (RPFA), Friends of Groups, and in collaboration with the Foundation, Redlands Staff, Students and Alumni.

Second Hand Uniforms – Donations Now Welcome!

We are now collecting:

• current sports uniforms (sports tops, shorts, jackets, tracksuits and fleeces)
• representative sports uniforms
• blazers (especially larger sizes)
• any items from the new uniform collection

Please drop off clean, good quality items at the Uniform Shop on Military Road during opening hours. Look for the yellow collection bin just inside the front door.

We will be holding our next sale on Friday 13 September. Further details will be provided closer to the date.

All proceeds from our second hand uniform sales go to the means-tested Redlands Scholarship Fund.

Join the Parent Prayer Meeting

Our School Chaplains invite you to join our Principal at the upcoming Term 3 Parents Prayer Meeting (open to everyone in our community).

• Date: 17 September
• Time: 5.30-6.30pm
• Location: Liggins Staff Room (2^nd floor) on the Senior Campus.

Alumni Birthday Wishes

As we gear up to celebrate this major milestone, some of our alumni from across the years have messages to share. If you’re Alumni and would like to share a birthday message please email us!

Birthday Wishes: Vicky Kvisle, Redlander 1974

I am a proud member of the class of 1974. It’s an honour to celebrate Redlands and reflect on the incredible impact this school has had on my life. Redlands gave me amazing opportunities that I will always cherish. It wasn’t just a place of learning; it was a place where lifelong friendships were forged, and the values and lessons I gained there, shaped who I am today.

It’s truly exciting to see the school Redlands has become – growing and thriving while staying true to its essence. I’ve also had the joy of watching my daughter, Anna-Lisa, blossom at Redlands, just as I did all those years ago.

Here’s to many more years of inspiring young minds and nurturing bright futures.

Happy Birthday, Redlands! 

Upcoming Parent / Family Get-togethers 

Contact us to list your event.

Walks on Tracks

Weekly guided walks around the northern Sydney area are organised by Ann Marie, a wonderful 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, look for the ???? below .

Walks start at 8.40am and are roughly 1 1/2- 2 hours. For those with the time, we love to stop for a coffee afterwards. In case you’re running late, just text Ann Marie so they can wait for you. Walks for his term:

Any questions, please contact Ann Marie on 0406 691 533. See you walking!

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. If you would like to join Book Club, and learn where we are meeting this month or simply want to know more, please contact Monica or Sabiha.

Our next meeting is next Wednesday 11 September at 10:30am, when we will be discussing The Other Side of Beautiful by Kim Lock.

For those who like to plan ahead, our October book will be Safe Haven by Shankari Chandran. Date TBC, but likely to be the week of 21 or 28 October.

Kids Giving Back

Kids Giving Back is hosting a mega cooking marathon on September 22nd. As the children prepare meals for Sydneysiders in need, they can have fun with friends and bring to life their school values of moral courage and compassion. If you are interested in keeping the kindness cooking – please contact Daniella.

The Week in Pictures

Happy times at the Friends of Hockey End of Season celebration at Warringah Bowls Club last week.

Stunning views and company for the Year 12 ladies lunch at Public Dining Room, Balmoral this week.

Do you have event pics you want to share? Please send them to RPFA Note Day.

RPFA Committee

President: Brittne Whitelaw
Vice President: Carrie Taylor
Secretary: Jennifer Mast
Treasurer: Joe Russo
Committee: Monika Crennan, Michelle McDonald, Lisa Middlebrook, Karen Nicholson, Emma Okhovat, Sophia Stewart-Kasimba 

Head of Secondary School

Senior Piano Competition

On Friday night last week, the Junior and Senior Piano Competitions were hosted in Edwards Auditorium and adjudicated by concert pianist and composer Daniel Rojas. In this special event for auditioned pianists, students were able to perform their pieces that they had worked on for many months. The standard of music performance was very high, with the adjudicator finding each division very difficult to award.

Congratulations to all performers, and particularly Yr 12 student Jiaqi (Ahnu) Guan, who was the overall winner for the Senior Piano Competition. 

Pockets

Alongside the introduction of the new uniform we have been looking at the best way to recognise student participation in sport and cocurricular activities. This is through Merit Certificates, Pockets and Colours. We’ve been working to update and simplify the process for awarding Pockets and Colours while ensuring that awards recognise genuine commitment to activities over a number of years. As an outward recognition of a students’ contribution to the life of the School they are something to strive for. An updated set of guidelines can be seen here.

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

Cocurricular Clubs

Startup Bootcamp Speed Mentoring Session

Startup Bootcamp had the pleasure of welcoming a group of parents, supporters and critical friends to Redlands for a speed mentoring session. Our students took the opportunity to conduct interviews with a focus on testing their most critical assumptions—the beliefs on which their entire startup ideas depend. If these assumptions are incorrect, it’s vital to uncover this early in the process!

Students were encouraged to approach their ideas with flexibility and stay open to unexpected insights as they listened carefully to the needs of potential customers.

Thank you to Redlands alumni Nicky Bryson and Ryan Bogatez, who not only participated in the customer discovery session but also led a mini-panel to share their valuable experiences as founders. We are grateful to the Macquarie University Incubator and Young Wisdom Pty Ltd for their collaboration in co-designing these enriching experiences. A special thanks to Liz Green, the Redlands Innovation and Entrepreneurial Learning Strategist, for her continuous support and guidance. Finally, a big thank you to the Redlands staff, who support our students every step of the way, and to the parents—the biggest supporters of these innovative young people.

Buzzing with Creativity: Beekeeping Club’s Beeswax Candle-Making Workshop

Last Tuesday, at lunchtime, the Beekeeping Club students had the pleasure of working with Roof Top Bees on the Roof Top Garden of the Redlands Learning Hub. It was a delightful and insightful experience that left a lasting impression on all involved.

As students gathered on the Roof Top Garden, the experts from Roof Top Bees guided students through the fascinating process of making candles from natural beeswax. Students observed and participated in every step, to create their own eco-friendly candle. This hands-on workshop not only taught students valuable skills but also deepened students’ appreciation for the essential role that bees play in the environment.

Students were grateful for the opportunity to have been part of such a rewarding project and look forward to future endeavors with a renewed sense of purpose and enthusiasm. Thank you to Ms Kimberlee Chipper for organising another interesting and hands-on workshop.

Redlands Book Club

If your child is excited about exploring new books and sharing their love of reading with others, we encourage them to join the Book Club! To sign up, simply click on the banner below. The Book Club meets every Wednesday at lunchtime in the Roseby Library, providing a wonderful opportunity for students to discover new stories, discuss their favorite books and make new friends who share their interests.

Bougainvillea Talent Showcase

We are thrilled to announce the Bougainvillea Redlands Talent Showcase, a wonderful event that offers students a unique opportunity to share their talents and connect with the community! The showcase will be held at the Bougainvillea old people’s home on 19 September, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Not only is this a chance for your child to perform and brighten the day of some truly lovely people, but it also provides a meaningful way to earn extra Service or CAS hours.

Whether your child prefers to perform solo or as part of a group, all types of acts are welcome! It’s a fantastic way for students to develop their confidence, showcase their skills and experience the joy of giving back. Plus, participating students will be able to miss half of Period 5 and Sport, making it a fun and rewarding afternoon.

Encourage your child to take part in this heart-warming event. Entry submissions are due by 16 September at 3:30 pm. 

Students can sign up here.

Nick Walker
Coordinator of Activities
nwalker@redlands.nsw.edu.au 

Year 12

Key Dates

• 18 September Yr 12 IB Visual Arts Exhibition Opening Night
• 19 September Yr 12 Final Chapel Service
• 23 September Yr 12 Thanksgiving Assembly
• 24 September Yr 12 Breakfast Cruise and Activities Day
• 25 September Yr 12 Farewell Assembly and Valedictory Prize Giving Ceremony and Dinner
• 26 September Last Day of Term 3
• 14 October First Day of Term 4
• 16 October – 8 November Yr 12 HSC Exams
• 21 October – 11 November Yr 12 IB Exams 

End of Yr 12 Events

These last few weeks are a celebratory time for the 2024 Cohort. Please ensure parent/carer permission has been granted for the End of Yr 12 Events and thank you for ensuring students arrive and attend all events on time and in appropriate uniform. Full details of these events are included here for reference:

Year 12 Final Events Letter 2024

Yr 12 Privileges

Starting Monday Wk 8, Yr 12 students will be able to sign in late or sign out early if they have a Study Period at the start or end of the day. This next round of privileges is meant to support students in organising their own schedule, plan accordingly for their study and final events as well as support them in this next step toward independence and graduation. Please note the guidelines for these privileges:

• Students are expected to be in all of their timetabled classes, on time, including Tutor and, Core sessions, assemblies, Yr 12 End of Year Events and Recess Morning Teas
• Students may only come in late if they have a study period first or second period. Then they must sign in before Tutor.
• Students may only leave after lunch if they have no lessons 5 and 6. They may leave during lesson 6 if you have no class then. 
• Students must sign in and out at student reception.
• If students have study periods in lessons 3 and 4, they may not leave the site. The earliest they can sign out, is lunchtime

If the above is not followed, privileges will be removed. The Yr 12 cohort is expected to uphold these guidelines responsibly to ensure everyone can take advantage of this round of privileges in a respectful and responsible manner. Again, these privileges do not apply for Year 12 events – student attendance at these events is required.

Money Confidence Program by Monyvest, Financial Education

Today, Yr 12 participated in the Money Confidence Program where students were guided through setting up their MyGov account with the ATO, challenged to find their interest rate for a current savings account, asked to check on their tax payable, how and when to file their tax return and how to start saving early with Superannuation to make the most amount of money possible for their future, starting now. Dominic was an engaging presenter and he answered a many specific questions that came up during the presentation. He also gave students a “to-do” list of items to go home and begin today.

Economics Workshop

Recently, several Year 12 Economics students—Eliot de Macedo Stewart, Mia St. Clair, Jacob Pamenter, Zac Stonley and Connor Ikin—prepared and delivered an insightful workshop on monetary policy to the Year 11 Economics class. Their presentation covered the operation and effectiveness of monetary policy during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative required substantial research and preparation, offering Year 11 students an engaging and insightful learning experience. It also served as an excellent revision exercise for all students involved. A big thank you to the Year 12 students for their dedication and effort in making these lessons a success.

Rugby Captain Highlight: Hugo Scott

Hugo Scott has been an avid athlete his entire life, especially since starting in the Secondary School. He most recently competed in the ISA Season (Independent Sporting Association), where he was recognised for his incredible dedication and ability in the sport. As Hugo has been heavily involve in Rugby and has led his team with professionalism, support and grit, please see some of Hugo’s reflections and comments on what he has learned through Sport.

Proudest achievement in Rugby to date: Leading the amalgamation of three schools to combine this season to create the inaugural barbarians combination squad. 

Goals for Rugby/Sport in the future: To continue to enjoy the sport within a local rugby club and to continue to play at a competitive level. With rugby being a physically demanding sport it allows me to focus on fitness and conditioning and continue to set goals to improve and push my physical condition. Lastly, to continue to meet new people, build connections with coaches and players, opening doors to new opportunities within the future. 

What you have learned about yourself through playing Sport: One of my most valuable lessons has been the power of the mind and self-confidence in overcoming obstacles and pushing beyond imagined limitations. Rugby has taught me that mental toughness can be considerably more important than athletic skill. I’ve learnt to trust my gut feelings, stay calm under pressure and believe in myself, even in the face of hardship. The sport has taught me that confidence is more than simply understanding your talents; it is also about accepting your faults and working hard to improve.

How you managed the HSC with your Sport commitments: Since the beginning of the HSC, I’ve had to master time management in order to stay organised with both academics, field training and gym sessions. I learned to prioritise tasks, set realistic goals and maintain a disciplined schedule. By staying organised and focused, I managed to keep up with my studies while dedicating myself fully to the sport I love. This organisational success has enabled me to keep a work-sport balance maintaining a healthy combination of both.

Ms Alissa Ynson
Yr 12 Advisor
aynson@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9865   

Year 11

Year 11 Examinations

Year 11 examinations are currently underway, and students should be exceptionally proud of how they are managing this period. From nerves to excitement, they are demonstrating resilience and determination, rising to the challenge with a positive attitude.

We wish them all the best for their second week of examinations and encourage them to continue their focused efforts.

Year 10

Year 10 Service Learning Initiative

This term, during Tutor time, Yr 10 students have been focusing on understanding with empathy the issues  surrounding urban poverty and homelessness in Sydney. Students have been working in groups to research local community engagement efforts and to consider the impact these initiatives have on helping those in need. This unit has sparked excellent conversations around diversity, housing affordability and Yr 10’s role in addressing these issues as the leaders of tomorrow.

To further this learning through immersive activities, Yr 10 students will participate in a half-day excursion on Monday 16 September from 12pm-3pm, with two groups attending two different service initiatives.

One group of Yr 10 students will take part in the Cook4Good program, run by Kids Giving Back, in Paddington. They will have the opportunity to hear from the program’s founder and cook meals for those experiencing homelessness. This excursion offers students a firsthand experience of community service and the chance to give back through volunteering.

At the same time, the second group of Year 10 students will attend the Rough Edges initiative’s Urban Insight program. This educational experience takes students on a guided walking tour of the Darlinghurst/Kings Cross area, offering them a unique perspective on life on and around the streets of Sydney. Led by individuals with firsthand experience of homelessness, this program allows students to explore the realities of urban poverty.

This valuable service-learning experience links to the following outcomes in the Redlands Student Wellbeing Framework:

Social Awareness:

• 3.2 Demonstrating empathy and compassion: Demonstrating respect for people from different social and cultural groups. Contextualising my experience of the world with real-world experiences of others. 
• 3.3 Contributing to civil society: Participating actively in opportunities to enact change and impact society.

Year 10 Leadership Project: Yr 6 Connect with Yr 10 

This week, the Yr 6 and Yr 10 connection sessions continued in the Arnold Library, with Yr 10 students enthusiastically leading Year 6 students through a variety of icebreaker activities. The feedback from these sessions has been fantastic – Yr 6 students have expressed that they feel more comfortable about starting secondary school, knowing they have older students looking out for them. Meanwhile, Yr 10 students have reflected on how excited they are to help Yr 6 students feel connected across the school, making the transition to high school feel less daunting.

A big thank you to the following Yr 10 students who volunteered their time to support our Year 6 students through this initiative this week:

• William Birse
• Genevieve Holt
• Millie Salmond
• Zara Anderson
• Lachlan Price-Pontifex
• Marcus Richardson
• Oliver Parker
• Duncan Black-Middlebrook
• Audrey Nitschke
• Chris Stevens 
• Ruby Warner
• Yasmin Allan
• Marlon Giacco
• Amelie Brooks
• Lila Haverhals
• Annabelle Kesby
• Hunter Penney

Bougainvillea Talent Showcase

Our Bougainvillea club are thrilled to announce the Bougainvillea Redlands Talent Showcase, a wonderful event that offers students a unique opportunity to share their talents and connect with the community! The showcase will be held at the Bougainvillea Residential Home next to the school grounds on 19 September (Week 9) from 2:00pm – 3:30 pm. Not only is this a chance for your child to perform and brighten the day of some truly lovely people, but it also provides a meaningful way to engage in further service, as has been our focus this term. Students can perform anything they want, for any amount of time. Some performance ideas include dancing, singing, playing a music instrument, stand-up comedy, drama skit, juggling, magic, poetry recitation and more!

Whether your child prefers to perform solo or as part of a group, all types of acts are welcome! It is a fantastic way for students to develop their confidence, showcase their skills, and experience the joy of giving back. It will be a fun and rewarding afternoon.

Please encourage your child to take part in this heartwarming event. Entry submissions are due by 16 of September at 3:30 pm. Students can sign up here.

Yr 12 Legacy Gift Fundraiser

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 Term 3 Key Dates and Upcoming Events

• R U OK? Day – Week 8: Thursday 12 September
• Year 10 Service Learning Excursion to Cook4Good or Urban Walks: Monday 16th September 
• Year 10 Lunch on the Rooftop – Week 9: Tuesday 17 September
• 2025 Student Leaders Announcement – Week 8: Friday 13 September
• End of Term 3 – Week 10: Thursday 26 September

Mrs Lucienne Willis
Yr 10 Advisor
lwillis@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Year 9

Good Luck to our Senior Choir

Our Senior Choir members are performing with The Cat Empire at the Sydney Opera House this week on Friday night.  

Our Year 9 students who are part of this group are Ava Atkinson, Eva Blundell, Hugo Burton, India Dutton, Jessica Jackson, Talie Kara, Ruairi Lambert, Philomena Lee, Zoe McKeown, Sahara Nicolas, Isabella Solgaard, Emilia Stucci, Zoe Trevena, William Vass and Tara Ward. 

We hope it goes well and that it is a wonderful experience. 

House Debating

The House Debating competition continued this week with Cowper taking on Dumolo on the topic: ‘The study of Shakespeare should not be mandated in the Australian curriculum.’ 

The debate was well-argued and considered questions of current relevance, language development and teacher influence on student understanding of Shakespeare’s work. Adjudicator, Jack Keogh (Year 12) ultimately awarded the debate to Cowper based on the strength of their argument on the timelessness of the themes in Shakespeare’s work and how this can teach us about changing societal attitudes today.

Screens at Bedtime

An interesting article published yesterday by The Conversation examines the impacts of screen time in the evening and before bed – It’s almost impossible to keep teens off their phones in bed – but new research shows it really does affect their sleep. 

Bougainvillea Talent Showcase

We are thrilled to announce the Bougainvillea Redlands Talent Showcase, a wonderful event that offers students a unique opportunity to share their talents and connect with the community! The showcase will be held at the Bougainvillea Retirement Village on 19 September, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Not only is this a chance for your child to perform and brighten the day of some truly lovely people, but it also provides a meaningful way to earn extra service or CAS hours. 

Whether your child prefers to perform solo or as part of a group, all types of acts are welcome! It’s a fantastic way for students to develop their confidence, showcase their skills and experience the joy of giving back. Participating students will enjoy a fun and rewarding afternoon.

Encourage your child to take part in this heartwarming event. Entry submissions are due by 16 September at 3:30 pm.  

Students can sign up here. 

Mr Tobias Horan
Yr 9 Advisor
9968 9872
thoran@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Year 8

 The Smell of Blossoms on the Wind – is it Spring Already?

Blossoms on the wind
Trees and flowers awaken
Colours fill the air

Excursion to Manly Dam

Last Friday, Year 8 were treated to perfect weather as they headed out on their Geography excursion to visit Manly Dam. Not only did the excursion introduce many of them to a beautiful hidden gem of Sydney’s natural reserves but it also gave them the opportunity to put into practice some of the knowledge and skills they have been developing in their Water in the World topic. Students learned about the history and topography of the Manly Dam location and engaged in a range of practical experiments including developing water filters to try to produce clean water, measuring soil PH levels to determine soil health and sifting through water shallows to determine levels of biodiversity. On top of this, they had a wonderful opportunity to spend the day together with their peers in perfect weather outside of the four walls of their regular classrooms!

House Debating Round 2

This week we saw our final two Houses, Cowper and Dumolo, go head-to-head in House Debating, arguing passionately over the topic that in NSW the age of criminal liability should be raised from 10 to 16. Dumolo affirmed the topic and Cowper negated. It was a particularly intellectual and well-research debate with sophisticated legal jargon and telling facts about rates of youth imprisonment and influences on recidivism offered. The Cowper and Dumolo speakers were convincing and passionate, engaging in thoughtful argument over whether we can justly attribute responsibility to offenders younger than 16 given their incomplete cognitive development, whilst also exploring the impact of alternatives to imprisonment on the life outcomes of children. It was a closely fought affair but, in the end, Yr 12 adjudicator Jack Petering, awarded the debate to Dumolo. Congratulations to Lachlan Carter, Aaron Oh and Eddie Williams.

We look forward to seeing Dumolo and McDouall face off in the finals in Week 9 as they argue the topic that in NSW parents should not have the right to withdraw their children from school education on sexuality and respectful relationships.

Student Shout Outs

Well done to Michelle Byron who was recently awarded a Step Beyond award for the kindness and support she has shown to her peers in the year group. The nomination submitted for her was particularly lovely, demonstrating the powerful gratitude members of our cohort have expressed towards her.

My friends and I would like to nominate Michelle Byron for the Step Beyond Award. We believe she is always going out of her way to make other people happy. She brightens everyone’s day by being kind and compassionate. She tries really hard to make friends with everyone she meets.

Congratulations also to Audrey Kwok, Charlie Lee and Aimee Kang who were recognised in our Stage Assembly, respectively, as first place, runner up and highly commended in the Redlands Writing Competition this year. It is wonderful to see students composing pieces beyond their class work to develop their creative skills.

Subject Spotlight – Technology

Recently, we visited Yr 8 Technology and was fascinated to see their focus this term. Students are enjoying planning and designing C02 Dragsters, which they will eventually build and race! I look forward to seeing the products they will make!

Bougainvillea Talent Showcase

Our Bougainvillea Club are thrilled to announce the Bougainvillea Redlands Talent Showcase, a wonderful event that offers students a unique opportunity to share their talents and connect with the community! The showcase will be held at the Bougainvillea Residential Home next to the school grounds on 19 September 19 (Week 9) from 2:00pm – 3:30 pm. Not only is this a chance for your child to perform and brighten the day of some truly lovely people, but it also provides a meaningful way to engage in further service, as has been our focus this term. Students can perform anything they want, for any amount of time. Some performance ideas include dancing, singing, playing a music instrument, stand-up comedy, drama skit, juggling, magic, poetry recitation and more!

Whether your child prefers to perform solo or as part of a group, all types of acts are welcome! It is a fantastic way for students to develop their confidence, showcase their skills, and experience the joy of giving back. It will be a fun and rewarding afternoon.

Please encourage your child to take part in this heartwarming event. Entry submissions are due by 16  September at 3:30 pm. Students can sign up here.

Holiday Service Opportunity – Kids Giving Back:

In line with our current focus on service, our Acting Coordinator of Service Learning and Social Engagement, Ms Peterson, has identified a valuable service program that operates during the school holidays run by the organisation, Kids Giving Back. Kids Giving Back coordinate school holiday programs that help to introduce children to the world of volunteering and empower them to give back in an age-appropriate ways. Their Helping Hands for the Homeless gives children the chance to cook meals and assemble essential items for people experiencing homelessness and tough times. Children will learn about the causes and impacts of homelessness and how their community supports those most vulnerable. If this might be of interest to you, please visit Kids Giving Back for more information.

Moonbah – Gearing up for Growth:

On Monday 18 November from 6:00pm-8:00pm, an information evening will be held for parents and all students attending Moonbah. This will provide families with all the necessary information they require to be best prepared for our 2025 Moonbah program. Please see the graphic below for further details.

Term 3 Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

• R U OK? Day – Week 8: Thursday 12 September
• 2025 Student Leaders Announcement – Week 8: Friday 13 September
• End of Term 3 – Week 10: Thursday 26 September

Mr Jimmy Tod-Hill
Year 8 Advisor
jtodhill@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9908 6462

Year 7

Our Wonderful Redlands Community

It has been wonderful to see so many Yr 7 students getting actively involved in the life of the School. Over the last few weeks we have seen so many students attend the following events. 

• Fuse Cup​
• Meeting of Minds​
• House Debating Competition​
• ISA Athletics​
• ICAS Maths
• Book Week
• HICES Music Festival

Meeting of Minds

Last week, 10 Yr 7 students attend the Meeting of Minds on the topic of Ethics. During this day of philosophical inquiry students investigated the topic of “now-ism”: Do we value people living now more than future generations? Within this day, students developed skills in Critical thinking, Creative thinking and Collaborative thinking.  A huge congratulations goes to the following students: Yolanda Bai, Kody Benoliel, Tara Clarke, Julian Lundberg, Cleo McLay, Sophia Moriarty, Alma O’Leary, Sam Parsons, Jennifer Todd and Ethan Wei. A big thank you also goes out to Dr Poon and Dr Regis for their continued engagement and support of our Yr 7 students.

Beekeeping Club – Candle Making

This week at Beekeeping Club the students were lucky enough to make beeswax candles. Beeswax, a natural byproduct of honey production, is valued for its clean burn, sweet honey-like scent and bright flame. The process is relatively simple but requires attention to detail, such as maintaining the right temperature to avoid scorching the wax and ensuring the wick is centered for an even burn. Beeswax candles are eco-friendly, non-toxic and often used for their calming ambiance. The students enjoyed this process and created some excellent candles to take home.

ISA Athletics

Shout Outs

Well done to Mac Costa and Xander Christian-Hare for their fantastic readings in our Stage 4 Assembly this week. 

Bougainvillea Talent Showcase

We are thrilled to announce the Bougainvillea Redlands Talent Showcase, a wonderful event that offers students a unique opportunity to share their talents and connect with the community! The showcase will be held at the Bougainvillea old people’s home on 19 September, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Not only is this a chance for your child to perform and brighten the day of some truly lovely people, but it also provides a meaningful way to earn extra service or CAS hours.

Whether your child prefers to perform solo or as part of a group, all types of acts are welcome! It’s a fantastic way for students to develop their confidence, showcase their skills, and experience the joy of giving back. It will be a fun and rewarding afternoon for all participating students. 

Encourage your child to take part in this heart-warming event. Entry submissions are due by 16  September at 3:30 pm. 

Students can sign up here.

Service Opportunity

Want to keep your child busy during the school holidays with interesting activities that are also fun and meaningful?

Kids Giving Back school holiday programs are the perfect chance to introduce your child to the world of volunteering – and empower them to give back in an age-appropriate way.

Further information can be found HERE.

Key Dates

Ms Abby Walker
Yr 7 Advisor
9968 9818
awalker@redlands.nsw.edu.au 

Head of Junior School

Father’s Day

This week, our Junior School was filled with joy and laughter as we celebrated Father’s Day on campus. It was heartwarming to see our community come together, with fathers and father figures joining us on the playground and in classrooms. The opportunity to share these moments, from classroom activities to playground fun, truly highlighted the strong bonds that make our school community so special. 

Year 3 Celebrate Premier’s Reading Challenge Milestone

This week our Year 3 students celebrated achieving their goal for each student to complete the 2024 Premier’s Reading Challenge. Every student in Year 3 reached their personal goal of reading 20 books to meet the collective reading total of 2,460 books!  Congratulations to all students who enjoyed watching a story come to life on the big screen in our Arnold Library from the comfort of their sleeping bags.  This doubled as an opportunity for students to practice rolling up their sleeping bags as they look forward to and prepare for camp next week.

Year 5 STEM Interschool Challenge Day

A group of our Year 5 students recently participated in an exciting STEM interschool challenge day.  They joined forces with students from Loreto Kirribilli and St Aloysius to delve into the fascinating world of machine learning and robot automation. Working in mixed teams, they explored ideas on how robots could solve real-world problems in a Smart City. 

One creative project involved designing a robot to deliver medicines and perform check-ups in isolation wards. The robot was programmed to follow color-coded markers on hospital floors, ensuring accurate navigation. Students built a prototype to test their code and created a promotional video to explain how their robot would work in a real-world scenario. Congratulations to:  Morris Huang, Alex Polson, Zac Edwards, Jax Hulsbosch, Oscar Warburton, Arran Stewart, Ollie Whitelaw, Mia Howes, Asmi So, Alaina Rasiah, Madeleine Hogue, Eliana Ibrahim and Audrey Reynolds who participated in this inspiring day of innovation and collaboration.

Redlands Piano Competition 

Last Friday, the Junior and Senior Piano competitions were hosted in Edwards Auditorium, adjudicated by concert pianist and composer Daniel Rojas. In this special event for auditioned Piano students, they were able to perform their pieces that they had practised and worked on for many months. The standard of music performance was very high, with the adjudicator finding each division very difficult to adjudicate! 

Congratulations to all performers, and particularly Sienna Lepone, who was the overall winner for the Junior Piano Competition. 

Nurturing Positive Self-Esteem in Your Child

K-6 Parent Presentation – 12 September 8.30am

As parents, you play a crucial role in shaping your children’s sense of self-worth and confidence. Join us for an insightful presentation on effective strategies to cultivate positive self-esteem in your children. In this session, we will explore:

• Understanding the importance of self-esteem in a child’s development
• Understanding body image issues and how to mitigate them
• Practical tips and everyday techniques to foster a healthy self-image in your child
• Effective communication and the art of being assertive, and the role it plays in your child’s positive sense of self
• How to manage digital challenges and limit the negative impact technology can have on your child’s self-esteem

Empower your child to thrive with a strong sense of self. Together, let’s build a foundation that prepares them for a lifetime of confidence and positive self-worth.

Spring Vacation Care

We are excited to announce that the Spring School Holidays Program is now available for booking via the HubHello system. We encourage you to secure your spots early to ensure your children can join the fun and engaging activities we have planned.

Please note that our staff will be in an all-day training on Friday 27 September, so OOSH will not be available on this day. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

If you encounter any issues with the booking process, please contact us immediately at ooshbookings@redlands.nsw.edu.au for assistance.

School Start Time

A gentle reminder that there is no supervision on the Junior Campus until 8am. Unless your child has a before school music lesson or choir practice, please wait with your child for the reception door to open at 8am or for carline drop off where friendly staff are on hand to assist. 

Mr Ian Holden
Head of Junior School
iholden@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022

Head of Preparatory School

Father’s Day Fun

It was lovely to welcome so many dads and father figures to the Junior Campus Father’s Day breakfast on Monday. Classrooms were abuzz with laughter and chatter with students crafting personalised cards and playing games. It’s a heartwarming experience that not only brings joy to fathers but also strengthens the sense of community within our school, making it a memorable occasion for everyone involved.

Interschools National Championships

Congratulations to the Redlands National Ski Cross team, Jemima Joyce, Saskia Williams and Annabel Grinham on placing 10th at the Interschools National Championships on Tuesday. What an amazing result to conclude the 2024 season. 

Such great team spirit as they supported each other throughout the event and demonstrated strong perseverance throughout the competition and in the lead-up, even training through a blizzard together!

Term 4 Prep After School Sport

Term 4 After School Prep Sport Selections open on 10 September 4:30pm and will close on 13 September 4:30pm.

The Preparatory Sport program at Redlands is designed to introduce young students to a wide range of physical activities that promote fitness, teamwork and sportsmanship. Aimed at children in their foundational years, the program focuses on developing basic motor skills, coordination and a love for physical activity through engaging and fun sports experiences.

Students participate in various sports, such as Boys and Girls Football, AFL, Gymnastics and Multi-Sport, under the guidance of experienced coaches who emphasise skill development, safe play and enjoyment. The program is structured to accommodate different skill levels, ensuring that each child feels encouraged and confident, regardless of their athletic ability.

The Sporting days and choices for Term 4 will include;

Monday

• Boys Football
• Girls Football
• Gymnastics

Friday

• Multi-Sport
• AFL
• Gymnastics

If you have any further questions or inquires, please contact the Preparatory After School Sports Coordinator William Senior, prepsport@redlands.nsw.edu.au

Nurturing Positive Self-Esteem in Your Child

K-6 Parent Presentation – Thursday 12 September 8.30am

As parents, you play a crucial role in shaping your children’s sense of self-worth and confidence. Join us for an insightful presentation on effective strategies to cultivate positive self-esteem in your children. In this session, we will explore:

• Understanding the importance of self-esteem in a child’s development
• Understanding body image issues and how to mitigate them
• Practical tips and everyday techniques to foster a healthy self-image in your child
• Effective communication and the art of being assertive, and the role it plays in your child’s positive sense of self
• How to manage digital challenges and limit the negative impact technology can have on your child’s self-esteem

Empower your child to thrive with a strong sense of self. Together, let’s build a foundation that prepares them for a lifetime of confidence and positive self-worth.

Camp Week

September 16-20 (Week 9)

Olympic Games Day  (Wednesday 18 September)

Week 9 is Camp Week for our Prep students. Throughout the week they will be participating in a variety of fun and engaging activities. On Wednesday 18 September, we will be holding our Camp Week Olympic Games Day on the oval. The students will be randomly allocated a country to represent and are encouraged to dress up in the colours of that country for the day. For example, if a student is allocated Brazil they may choose to wear green shorts and a yellow shirt.

To help make this event a success, we are seeking parent volunteers to assist with running the activities. If you are available to help between 8:30 am and 10:30 am on Wednesday 18 September, please email Prep Reception. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Parents are also welcome to come and watch the students participate in the Camp Week Olympic Games Day between 8:30 am and 10:30 am. We hope to see many of you there cheering on the students!

Spring Vacation Care!

We are excited to announce that the Spring School Holidays Program is now available for booking via the HubHello system. We encourage you to secure your spots early to ensure your children can join the fun and engaging activities we have planned.

Please note that our staff will be in an all-day training on September 27, so OOSH will not be available on this day. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

If you encounter any issues with the booking process, please contact us immediately at ooshbookings@redlands.nsw.edu.au for assistance.

Important Reminders:

1. Arrival and Sign-In:
   • Children must be walked into the school by their carers and signed in on the iPad.
   • Children must not be dropped off outside the school by themselves as this puts their safety at risk.
   • Please remember to sign out before collecting your child from the service.
2. Medical Conditions:
   • Children with medical conditions must have their action plans handed to the service along with their medication, which must be in its original box.
3. Footwear:
   • Children should preferably wear enclosed shoes that allow them to play safely.

School Start Time

A gentle reminder that there is no supervision on the Prep campus until 8am. Unless your child has a before school music lesson or choir practise, please wait with your child for the reception door to open at 8am or drive through the carline where friendly staff and Senior students are on hand to help your child get out of the car.

Kids Giving Back Cook4Good Mega Marathon

Sunday 22 September

Please come and join the 55 Redlands families who already volunteer their time to cook delicious meals for those less fortunate in our community. The Mega Marathon is a wonderful opportunity for our students to live the true meaning of giving back and to experience the joy of helping others, not to mention it is a great family activity.

Join the Redlands team here

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

Redlands House and PreKindergarten

What a Week!

We had a fabulous week filled with meaningful events that brought our Preschool community closer together. On Monday, we were thrilled to celebrate Father’s Day with a special event dedicated to the amazing dads and grandpas in our lives.

It was a heartwarming morning as we opened our learning spaces to these special men. The children had a blast sharing their favorite activities and projects, and it was a joy to see the strong connections being made between families. We hope that all the incredible men who joined us had a memorable and enjoyable day. Your presence and participation help to create a nurturing and supportive environment for our children, and we are grateful for each of you.

What a wonderful, sunny day we had for our Seniors and PreK Sports Carnival on Wednesday! It was a spectacular event filled with energy, enthusiasm and community spirit. The children had a blast participating in all the exciting activities. A huge thank you goes out to all our Year 6 helpers. Your support was invaluable, and your enthusiasm made the day even more special for the younger children.

We’d also like to extend a special thanks to Ms Longworth for her outstanding organisation and preparation. Her meticulous planning ensured that the event ran smoothly and was a resounding success. We are so grateful for her dedication and hard work.

Thank you for being a part of our community and making events like this possible. We look forward to more opportunities to come together and celebrate the wonderful relationships we build within our Preschool family.

Parent Teacher Learning Discussions – Seniors and PreK

Parent Teacher Interviews for families of Senior and PreKindergarten Students will be held next week, from Monday 9 September to Friday 13 September. Interviews can be booked by following this link. Bookings can be made until Friday 6 September at 9am.  If you’re unable to attend these interviews in person, we can arrange for the interview to be conducted via Zoom. Please book in and advise your teacher directly if you would prefer a Zoom interview session.

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

To start this week I was lucky enough to attend the AIS Sport Leadership Conference which centred around ‘Lighting the Fire: Building a Passion for School Sport’, over the course of the program there were a number of key messages particularly as they related to the many challenges in which students face not just with school sport, but also balancing the academic pressures, this is something that we have always focused on within the Redlands Sport programs. A key message from the conference for me was developing resilience, which was  defined by the idea that “life isn’t fair, but you still play to win,” aligns closely with a quote by Marcus Aurelius: “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” Both concepts highlight the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, a mindset that is especially relevant when balancing school sports with academics.

In the context of school sports, this resilience teaches adolescents to embrace challenges rather than shy away from them. When students are preparing for exams, the pressure can feel overwhelming, and it might seem easier to give up on cocurricular activities like sports. However, just as in sports, where the game doesn’t stop because the conditions aren’t ideal, life’s demands don’t pause for convenience. This is where resilience becomes crucial.

• Accepting the Challenge: Adolescents learn that exams and assessments are a part of life’s tests, much like the tough opponents they face in sports. Instead of seeing these academic challenges as obstacles, they can view them as opportunities to demonstrate their resilience, just as they would in a difficult match.
• Balancing Priorities: recognising that while life may not always be fair, with time constraints or unexpected difficulties, the goal remains the same—doing your best. This mindset encourages students to manage their time effectively, balancing both their academic and athletic commitments without compromising on either.
• Focusing on Growth: In both sports and academics, setbacks are inevitable. A missed shot or a lower-than-expected grade can feel like a failure. However, by adopting the mindset that what stands in the way becomes the way, students can use these challenges as fuel for improvement. Just as an athlete analyses and learns from a poor performance, a student can reflect on what went wrong in an exam and make necessary adjustments.
• Resilience in Adversity: When exams or assessments coincide with important sports events, students may feel unfairly burdened. However, students should see this as an opportunity to rise above the circumstances. They continue to train, compete and study, knowing that their effort in these tough times builds character and prepares them for future challenges in life.

‘Strength does not come from winning. your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender. That is strength’

• Arnold Schwarzenegger

Redlands Secondary Sports Calendar

• Tuesday 3 September to Sunday 8 September 2024 – Snowsports National Championships
• Thursday 12 September – Netball Presentation Dinner
• Saturday 14 September – Tennis Redlands Cup

Redlands Concussion Protocols and Updates

Following the publication of the AIS Australian Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport, the School has released a new Concussion Procedure along with a Concussion Referral and Clearance Form and a Graduated Return to Sport Framework. These documents can be found on Redlands Pulse and are linked below:

• Concussion Procedure
• Concussion Referral and Clearance Form
• Graduated Return to Sport Framework

In addition, we have published a Concussion Information Sheet which summarises how concussion is managed and the pathway a student must follow to return to competition.

• Concussion Information Sheet

Key points include:

• recognising red flag signs or symptoms of concussion (call 000 immediately)
• a student suspected of concussion must follow the graduated return to sport framework before they can return to competition
• a parent/carer is now required to take their child to a healthcare practitioner within 72 hours of the incident for the initial consult and again after 14 days symptom-free (at rest) before the resumption of contact training

Please read the procedure and if you have any queries on how a student will be managed following a suspected concussion, feel free to reach out to the designated Concussion Officer for each campus.

The following staff members have been designated as the Concussion Officer for each campus:

• Ms Mia Lundquist (Secondary School)
• Mr Eddy Atkins (High Country Campus)

Basketball

Rhino Basketballers – a fantastic start to the 24/25 season starting with trials last week.

Great intensity and effort were shown across the board. Thank you so much.

We hope to have each age group in A/B and C/D squads by the end of next week, then graded teams the week after.

Remember, teams will not be finalised until week 2 of next term so plenty of time to get some work in and improve your game.

Let’s go Crash!!!

Fitness Centre

Sailing

We’ve had a great start with the first couple of sessions. The students have selected their preferred boat (Elliot or Pacer) for the season and have gone through the goals set for this period.

As we approach a new season, all students are expected to have the following each Sailing session.

To and from RSYS: Redland’s uniform.
 On-water: Redlands white sports hat, white long-sleeve sun shirt, Redlands sports shorts, enclosed shoes (old runners,) spray jacket, sunscreen, working watch, towel and a jumper for after.

A sailor must bring the required uniform and equipment to training to participate.

You can purchase some sailing gear here

Discount code is REDLANDS30%

Welcome BBQ – Saturday 7 September 12 pm

A reminder that the Sailing Welcome BBQ is this Saturday for parents and students after the session. We will need a few volunteers if anyone is available to help from 11:30am

Movie night – Ice Maiden

Ice Maiden charts the uncompromising determination of Australian Lisa Blair, who became the first woman in history to sail solo around Antarctica. It’s an epic tale of perseverance, pushing limits and believing you can achieve something even when you don’t know how.

The film has a strong message about setting goals and making a difference in the world and self-improvement. The subject of the documentary, Lisa Blair, is a multi-world record holder and regularly does talks for schools about her adventures, achievements, climate change, pollution and what we can do about these issues.

You can find the films website here

The trailer for the film here

The best way to book the screening on the 11 September would be via the Hayden Orpheum website here

Alternatively you can go to the Ice Maiden film website for more screening locations and dates here.

The film was co-directed and co-written by Nathaniel Jackson, Redlander 1998.

Snowsports

The Nationals began on Tuesday 3 September and congratulations to all the students who have competed so far. We have had many great results with were lucky enough to have great weather.  We are looking forward to the second half of the competition and wish Redlands students all the best.

End of Season Presentation

Snowsports AGM

Tennis

There will be some Tennis trainings this weekend as the tennis coaches work through their grading:

• Navy & Gold – Mosman Lawn Tennis Club – 8:00am – 10:00am
• White – Cammeray Tennis Centre – 8:00am – 9:00am
• Blue – Cammeray Tennis Centre – 9:00am – 10:00am
• Yellow – Cammeray Tennis Centre – 10:00am – 11:00am

2024 Redlands Cup – Tennis Competition

We are opening up the 2024 Redlands Cup Tennis entries for students. In 2024 we will be hosting the 2024 Redlands Cup across:

• Saturday 14 September (Round Fixtures)
• Saturday 21 September (Round Fixtures & Finals)

The Redlands Cup is a knockout tournament with the draw created for the following competitions:

• Senior Singles (Yr 10-12)
• Junior Singles (Yr 7-8)

This tournament is open to all students who have competed in Summer and/or Winter Tennis.

There will be training and trials as per scheduled for those student who choose not to register for the Redlands Cup Tennis Competition and those who have registered and been eliminated from the competition.

The format follows the following:

• Round Fixtures – 1 set (best of 4, must win by 2)
• Finals – 1 set (best of 6, must win by 2)

If you have any questions, please contact the Redlands Sports Department.

Touch

As we continue the trials period for this season, students are encouraged to attend sessions prepared. Bring a hat, boots, water bottle, and a can-do attitude.

Students can view their training schedules on their personal calendars, up until the end of this term. Please note, Saturday trainings / trial games will be added to the calendar for the back end of this term.

All trials sessions are compulsory to attend and school sports protocols are to be followed:

• All absences need to be informed. Please ensure the parent/ carer logs an absence via the ABSENCE button in PULSE.
• Please note that unexplained absences from a training session or match will result in School Disciplinary Action

Please note on the Touch Football page we are taking expressions of interest for an upcoming Beach Touch Footy tournament in the holidays. Please see the EOI here: https://forms.gle/mMxsCDp39pENkS7g9

As training squads are named over coming weeks, player movement between squads is expected, with factors such as attendance, attitude, skill development, and progression influencing adjustments.

General Sport Information

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.
• Students must wear trainer style sneakers that are preferably white with non-marking soles. It is part of our shared responsibility to ensure that students wear footwear that aligns with the activity to be undertaken. High top sneakers, Vans, Converse etc. is not appropriate for School Sport.

Saturday Sport Absences

• Parents are required to log an absence via the Sports Absence Form available on Redlands Pulse – Secondary School Sport (under ‘Quick Links’ prior to missing any training session or weekly fixture.
• 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 and result in school disciplinary action.
• Please refer to the Student Planner 2024 for full details on requirements for participating in a Representative Sport.
• Bus Transport
  • When travelling on Redlands transport the Redlands school rules are in place and students should be always upholding the values of the school:
    • Have good behaviour, safe behaviour and appropriate language at all times.
    • Follow the driver (and supervising staff) instructions at all times.
    • Obey the transport rules and regulations at all times (seat belts must be worn at all times).
    • Leave the bus how they found it (no rubbish, no mess).

Students who fail to meet the standards of the above will face school disciplinary action.

Wet Weather

• Unless communicated differently or in the morning of the session (via Redlands Pulse & Clipboard), all training sessions are to be deemed ‘on’.
• Students should bring with them a change of Redlands Sport Uniform (Thursdays only) or their school uniform (Tuesday) if there are light showers during training.

Summer Sport

A reminder that all key information for the season has been uploaded onto the Secondary School Sport page of Redlands Pulse, if you have any additional questions, please reach out to the appropriate Sports Administrator listed at the bottom of this page.

Sports Photos

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

Photo Library >> Schoolsports 2022-24 >> select your sport

Password (redlands2024) Redlands has an agreement with SPA Images that we will only use the images for marketing purposes.

Melba has finalised all photos taken of sport teams and co-curricular activities, and they are now available for parents to view and purchase. Please visit the Melba Studios website, Select the ‘Schools’ icon. The password for access is winnie.

Concussion Protocols

Parents and Carers last week received an email containing the Redlands Concussion Protocols, which can also be found in 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.

Summer Sport – Key Contacts

Junior Sport

2025 Term 1 Summer Sport Nomination – Reminder

Thank you to all those families in Year 2,3,4,5 who completed their child’s Summer Sport for 2025, Term 1.

Please note all families were required to select a Non Rep Sport or a Rep Sport, they cannot do both in the same season but can alternate each term. If you have not done this yet please complete this as soon as possible so we can share the first round of submissions with you this week. As some sports fill up quite fast with capped numbers please don’t delay in completing your child’s nomination. Water sports tend to fill up quite fast in Summer. The following resources have been created or you to assist you with your selection;

• JS Sport Information Booklet
• Pulse Junior School Sport Page

Compulsory student attendance – Pre-Season grading: Those students who are playing a Representative Sport in Term 4 will need to attend the final training and grading session on Saturday 21 September for Basketball, Touch Football, Tennis and Girls only Basketball. This is the only opportunity to finalise teams in preparation for IPSHA for Round 1 which takes place Term 4, Week 1.

If students fail to attend this grading session on Saturday 21 September, they will be placed in the lowest team to be assessed at a later stage once the season commences in Term 4. 

Timings and venues can be viewed on your child’s activities on the Redlands App. Students may wear their sports uniform to this session as Basketball Jerseys will be loaned out to them for the upcoming season once teams are selected. 

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

Redlands Athletics Carnival Photos

As you would be aware, a professional sports photographer to attend the Junior School Athletics 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. They will be uploaded as soon as possible by the company.

Available in the next few days

Log In Here

• Click prompt to Access Gallery
• Select – Redlands Icon
• Select – 2024 folder
• Select Event i.e. Junior Athletics 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.

Term 3 2024 Upcoming Key Dates

These have all been updated on Pulse for your viewing and preparation These events can also be located in our school sport calendar. Information for our Junior School Athletics Carnival is now available on Pulse on our Athletics Page. The program for the Athletics Carnival should you wish to attend to view parts of the day can also be found here as well the parent information package on the day.

A training program has also been uploaded to the Athletics page as a resource for any family who would like to do some preparation with their child for the upcoming Athletics Carnival. This can be downloaded from the FILES section on the Athletics page.

The  Junior School Parent Information Booklet has also been updated for Term 3- this can be viewed here Parent Information Booklet

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

Dance Academy

Sunday 15 September Dance Events

The Academy is busily preparing for our special Sunday of Dance on 15 September.

Tickets are still available for the above events. Please join us and celebrate our amazing students.

For the most up-to-date information on these events, including ticket information, casting and arrival times for performers, please check our Dance Event Pulse page.

ISTD Jazz and Tap Exams | Dates Confirmed

The ISTD have confirmed dates for our Jazz and Tap Exams. They will be held over three days: Saturday 21 September, Sunday 22 September and Monday 23 September.

For the most up-to-date information on the ISTD Exams, including arrival times, exam times and pick-up times, please check our ISTD Pulse page.

Annual General Meeting (AGM) | Redlands Friends of Dance (FOD) Committee

The Friends of Dance (FOD) Committee is delighted to invite any interested parents, and especially parents of students in the Redlands Dance Academy, to the AGM of the FOD Committee.

The FOD Committee assists the Head of the Redlands Dance Academy throughout the year with events and concert preparations, among other general assistance for the Dance Academy. 

The AGM will be held at 8:30am on Thursday 26 September 2024 in Parkes Hall (studio P1.9) on Junior Campus.

At the AGM a vote will be taken on the following Committee positions, which will be held for 2 years:

• Chair
• Secretary 
• Treasurer

The Committee would also appreciate the assistance of any interested parents for the following: 

• Secondary School parent coordinators (x2)
• Junior School parent coordinators (x3) – for Redlands House; for Prep (K-2) and for Junior (Year 3-6) 
• Hair coordinator
• Make-up coordinator
• Volunteer coordinator

We hope you’ll be able to join us. Nibbles and refreshments will be provided. No RSVP required.

Term Dates

Holiday Rehearsals

Our holiday rehearsal dates have changed. The holiday rehearsals will now run Friday 11 October – Sunday 13 October.

For further information, including the rehearsal schedule please CLICK HERE

Absent or Away from Class

If your child is sick or will miss their dance class then please complete the RDA Absent from Class form – CLICK HERE

Absent or Away from a Private Lesson

Please contact your private lesson teacher and cc the Dance Department. 24 hours notice is required for any cancellations. Any private lesson missed with less than 24 hours notice will be charged as a received lesson.

Any Questions?

Please see our RDA Pulse page for the most up-to-date information on all things dance, and if you have any questions, concerns or feedback please contact us. 

A reminder that if you wish to make an appointment to speak with Ms Revie, please contact the Dance Department.

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

Drama and Theatre

Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time – Year 9 Excursion

Last Thursday, Year 9 Drama students attended a performance of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Belvoir St Theatre. Although it was a late evening after a long day, across the board students garnered an immense amount of value from seeing the production. Students made particular note of the inventive staging choices and the way the production brought the characters to life with enthusiasm and authenticity. While many were expecting a murder-mystery, they were surprised and delighted by the heartfelt, unique tale of a young boy with autism encountering new truths about himself and those around him.

Lincoln Gidney
Drama Teacher

Music

The Cat Empire, Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Redlands Choir Performance

20 choir members from Yrs 9 and 10 will be performing tomorrow night with The Cat Empire and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House. You can watch along online for this concert if you didn’t get tickets!

Parents will be able to view the concert tomorrow through a free live stream in the link below: 

Free Live Stream Here  

Watch along for an incredible concert and opportunity for our students!

Junior and Senior Piano Competitions 

On Friday Night last week, the Junior and Senior Piano Competitions were hosted in Edwards Auditorium and adjudicated by concert pianist and composer Daniel Rojas. In this special event for auditioned pianists, students were able to perform their pieces that they had worked on for many months. The standard of music performance was very high, with the adjudicator finding each division very difficult to award. 

Congratulations to all performers, and particularly Yr 3 student Sienna Lepone and Yr 12 student Jiaqi (Ahnu) Guan, who were the overall winners for the Junior and Senior Piano Competitions.

Junior Music Festival Video

The JMF Video is here! Click below to relive the evening. Congratulations to all students and staff involved.

• Link Here
• Password: JMF_2024

Year 8-10 Curriculum Showcases

Students in Elective Music classes will perform in their showcases in Terms 3 and 4. Parents and friends are invited to attend and support the students in their performances and celebrate their achievements this year. Please note the following dates in your calendar:

Term 3 Events

Please see a list below of important Term 3 Music Events to keep your eye on:

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.

Mrs Jacqueline McGlade  
Junior Music Administrator | juniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au | 9908 6495
CLICK FOR PREP & JUNIOR MUSIC PULSE

Ms Kirsty Hales
Senior Music Administrator | seniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au | 9968 9820
CLICK FOR SENIOR MUSIC PULSE 

Ms Katherine Moses
Junior Campus Music Subject Coordinator (P-6)

Ms Victoria Williams
Secondary School Music Subject Coordinator (7-12)

Mr Mathew Owen
Director of Music Performance (P-12)