From the Principal

One of the distinguishing features of Redlands is our vibrant international community with a diversity of global perspectives enriching students, staff and parents. With over 50 nationalities represented across the School and many of our families recently joining Redlands from overseas, we are truly an international school for local students and a local school for international students.

To strengthen our international connections with schools overseas and open up a myriad of global opportunities for students, Redlands joined the Round Square network of schools in 2023 as a candidate school and hope to receive our official global membership by the end of the year.

Round Square is an internationally diverse network of over 250 like-minded schools in 50 countries on 6 continents that connect and collaborate to offer world-class programs and experiences, developing global competence, character and confidence in students. The schools share an understanding of the hardwired link between personal development and academic success and are committed to preparing students for positive, active and engaged global citizenship.

Round Square schools share a commitment to character education and experiential learning built around six themes, or IDEALS: International Understanding, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service.

At Redlands, we embed these IDEALS into both the academic curriculum and cocurricular programs. We believe strongly in the transformative value of these opportunities, recognising them as essential for developing students who are not only academically successful but also empathetic, globally aware and equipped to lead meaningful, impactful lives.

Some of the Round Square initiatives enacted this year have been:

• We introduced the Round Square “Heroes of Discovery” program at Redlands House this year and are rolling it out further across P-6. This program emphasises curiosity, leadership and problem-solving and lays a strong foundation for students to develop courage, responsibility and inventiveness, ensuring leadership qualities are nurtured from an early age.
• Year 10 Commerce students engaged in ethical dilemmas with peers from other Round Square schools around the world, developing critical thinking and democratic engagement by exploring civic responsibility and political involvement as part of their Social Science curriculum.
• Year 11 Japanese students examined global gender equity through a Round Square online session on International Women’s Day, enriching their cultural awareness and connecting with students globally to hear their various international perspectives.
• The Round Square Club was launched this year with a committed group of senior students exploring areas of leadership, service, adventure and inclusivity. Our first Round Square Captain, Sophie Yu, was also announced at the end of last term.

We are planning further involvement with Round Square over the next year through activities such as:

• Opportunities for students to participate in international Service Learning trips
• Virtual exchanges with students overseas
• International online collaborations with students in areas such as Languages, Geography, History and Mathematics
• A delegation of students representing Redlands at the Round Square Inspiring Voices Conference at Oxford University in the UK in April 2025
• A delegation of students representing Redlands at the Round Square International Conference in Dubai in September
• Opportunities for student exchanges with overseas schools

These opportunities and others through Round Square will only further enhance our strong sense of internationalism at Redlands and provide endless benefits for our students.

Redlands Dance Academy End of Year Performance

I know our Redlands Dance Academy students are busily preparing for their end of year performances this weekend and I look forward to once again seeing their lights shine on the stage.

Mr Sean Corcoran 

Photo Caption: Round Square Club students discussing global issues at their Round Square weekly meeting. 

Community Update

It was a pleasure to welcome visiting parents, grandparents, students and carers onto the Senior Campus earlier this week for our Secondary School Open Morning. Students from Year 9 hosted small group tours, supported by staff from our key operational areas, answering questions and providing a wonderful insight into life at Redlands for our guests. Redlands reputation as a leading school of choice for families both nationally and internationally continues to grow. Through personalising each student’s development and growth, our students leave school truly life ready and prepared to adapt, create and thrive.

On Monday evening our Year 8 parents, carers and students joined us for a Gearing Up for Growth session in preparation for Moonbah, our new immersive residential learning experience for Year 9 students. Commencing in 2025, Moonbah is underpinned by our commitment to the development of each student’s personal growth. Living in community and on country at our High Country Campus outside of Jindabyne, students will connect, learn and lead to foster a deep understanding and critical thinking via a rich and varied interdisciplinary curriculum. Through the 9-week bespoke program, students extend their independence and responsibility and are empowered to become the authors of their future selves. From next year, our Year 9 students will have the opportunity to spend either Term 1 or Term 2 in this unique program that will provide opportunities for self-discovery, collaborative learning, building relationships and community mindedness.  

It has been terrific to see our Redlands Supporter gear out and about at Summer Sport. Our range has been designed to represent the spirit of our players, teams, supporters and School, whether you’re cheering from the sidelines and stands or supporting from afar. The Redlands Supporter range can be viewed and ordered here with Polos and Jackets available to be tried on for size at our Uniform Shop to ensure correct fit. Please note that this range is for parents, carers, friends and alumni of Redlands, and not for our students. Our Redlands Supporter gear is a community driven program with all profits returned to the Redlands community for investment in community programs.

Uniform Recycling Week has once again proven to be a great success with hundreds of preloved and unwanted Redlands uniforms recycled across the School. Thank you to the many volunteers involved.  Preloved and unwanted sports uniforms and new uniform items can be donated to the RPFA’s Second Hand Uniform Sale through the Uniform Shop.

A reminder to join us for our Community Carols on Sunday 1 December at 5pm at St Peter’s Cremorne. This informal gathering offers a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together to enjoy the joy and peace of the season. Light refreshments will be served and all are welcome.

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.

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

Foundation

Coralie Amos OAM Scholarship

Thank you to all members of our community who joined us to support our efforts in raising funds for the Coralie Amos OAM Scholarship. With everyone’s contributions we were able to raise close to $200K this year. This includes income from donations as well as net proceeds from events such as Melbourne Cup, RPFA-led Second Hand Uniform Sales and the Year 12 student-led Legacy Gift.

This scholarship will be awarded next year to a successful candidate who will commence in Year 7 2026.

Coralie’s commitment to Redlands has been extraordinary and we greatly appreciate her involvement and personal advocacy in this important initiative.

Sam Power RL 2009, Lecturer in Statistical Science at University of Bristol

We are delighted to share a recent update from Samuel Power Redlander 2009, currently lecturing at the University of Bristol, UK.

During his time at Redlands Sam was one of only five students in NSW/ACT to get a top mark in IB Higher Level Mathematics, and had part of his IB Extended Essay published in the UNSW Mathematics Journal Parabola (Vol 46.2).

Upon finishing his IB studies, Sam was accepted to read Mathematics at the University of Oxford. There he pursued the MMath degree at St Hugh’s College, obtaining a Double First for his four years of studies, alongside numerous college awards and scholarships. 

Outside of his studies, he participated in in the Oxford University Australian Football Club. He was also the Head Coach for the St Hugh’s Women’s Football Club, and promoted weekly electronic music events at the O2 Academy Oxford.

After his undergraduate studies, Sam worked in Hong Kong for two years as an Education Consultant, but was soon drawn back to the world of mathematics. From 2016 to 2020, Sam then went on to study for his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematical Analysis and Statistics at the University of Cambridge, as a member of Churchill College.

Soon after, he joined the School of Mathematics at the University of Bristol as a Senior Research Associate, eventually progressing to his current role as Lecturer in January of 2024. In this role, he enjoys a mixture of conducting his own mathematical research, teaching undergraduate students, and mentoring postgraduate research students.

“I fondly remember my time at Redlands, making many friends through both my studies and sports (particularly Mathematics and Football, respectively). I also benefited greatly from the formative mentorship which I received from my Maths teacher at Redlands, Dr Gabriel Chircu, who I will always remember as having elevated my view of how exciting the study of Mathematics could be, and who provided great encouragement for me to follow along my current path.” 

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

Redlands Parents and Friends

Recycle your Old Uniforms this Week Before it’s Too Late!

Read eight facts to share with the kids about why you should recycle clothes!

1. Topping the list…our recycling partner, Textile Recyclers Australia, will turn our old uniforms into furniture!
2. Recycling your clothes will help people in need.
3. Recycling reduces landfill.
4. You can use your clothes to make new ones.
5. Recycling clothes will help charities!
6. Clothes can take up to 200 years to decompose.
7. You can recycle almost any fabric!
8. Around 70% of the world wears second hand clothing.

Ref: funkidslive.com

Uniform Recycling Week 

This week is Uniform Recycling Week. Students can bring in their old uniform items for recycling. Large uniform recycling bins have been placed outside the Junior School Reception and the Student Services Office on the Senior Campus.

Please ensure that ONLY the following items are brought in for recycling:

Other items, such as shorts and shirts, can be sent to your local charity shop for reuse.

All sports uniforms and new uniform items can be donated to the RPFA’s Second Hand Uniform Sale. Please keep these separate and place in the yellow bin at the Uniform Shop during opening hours.

Dates for the Diary

Second Hand Book Sale

To raise funds for our much loved Twilight Drinks (and minimise landfill!), second hand book sales will be taking place on 2 December and 21 February.

Upcoming Parent / Family Get-togethers 

Contact us to list your event.

Walks on Tracks

Last walk of the 2024 school year!

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 the remainder of the year:

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.

The last meeting of the year will be Monday 2 December at 11am as a Christmas lunch. We will be discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. 

For some summer holiday reading inspo and the planners the books planned for Terms 1 and 2 of 2025 are:
 
·         Intermezzo by Sally Rooney
·         Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-Reum
·         The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
·         At the Foot of the Cherry Tree by Alli Parker

Unplugged AI

This Friday, the parent-led Unplugged AI lunch club is wrapping up with a fun AI Superhero Activity. The kids will draw on concepts like facial recognition, machine learning, and AI bias as they design their own AI-superheroes.

A huge thank-you to Daniella Aburto, Anita, Katherine Kok, Alina and Nasha Mehta.

If you or your kids have feedback, please share ????— we’re exploring ways to continue and grow this initiative.

Secondary School Parent Year Representatives

We are currently in the process of putting together an amazing group of parent year representatives for the Secondary School in 2025.

You will work together with a small team of other parents in your Year Group to organise social events, facilitate community communication and welcome newcomers to the school.

If you are interested in being a rep, please send us an email signalling your interest here!

More details on the role of senior school year reps are available here.

Offers to get involved or suggestions on what you would like to see are always welcome!

Supporter Gear

NEWS FLASH: FREE DELIVERY to the Uniform Shop for pick up now available!

Summer sports and cocurricular comp season has started! For the first time we can represent our students in supporter gear!! Order your cap and polo here. Can’t wait to see all the supporters carrying the blue and gold. Go Redlands!!   

The Week in Pictures

Parents having a hoot at the Year 9 end of year social!

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: Daniella Aburto, Tara Boris, Alli Levitch-Edwards, Michelle McDonald, Emma Okhovat, Kathryn Parsons, Sophia Stewart-Kasimba.

Head of Secondary School

News and Events

I’d like to share some exciting news! Two of our talented students, Andy Guan (Year 9) and Sophie Wong (Year 7), reached the semi-finals of the United Nations Youth Voice competition last Friday.

Sophie Wong has advanced to the final round and will present at NSW Parliament this Friday. She’ll deliver a prepared speech on addressing the negative impacts of large-scale industrial agriculture while ensuring adequate food supply. Sophie will also showcase her public speaking skills by answering impromptu questions in front of a large audience.

Congratulations to both Andy and Sophie on their outstanding efforts, and best of luck to Sophie for the finals!

Moonbah – Gearing up for Growth Evening

On Monday night we welcomed our Year 8 students and parents to our Moonbah Gearing up for Growth Evening.  It was wonderful to introduce our High Country Campus Leadership Team, share the finer details of the Learning Program and explore the skills and dispositions the students will develop when they move to Moonbah to living in community and on country with each other. After a presentation in Redlands Hall led by Mr Corcoran, Ms Rolon and Mr Atkins, students and parents were able to mingle with a range of staff and Year 10 and 12 students in the Redlands Learning Hub to learn more about ‘the essentials’, ‘the learning program’ and how to ‘live in community’.

Since the presentations, the Moonbah Program page on Pulse has been updated. I invite all students and parents to visit this Pulse page and learn more about the inaugural program commencing in 2025.

Senior Campus Open Morning

Over 250 prospective parents and students toured our campus on Wednesday morning this week. Year 9 student acted as tour guides and ambassadors for Sport, Dance and Drama on the Fahl Garden.

The visitors remarked the maturity of our Year 9 students, praising their warm welcome and the articulate way they spoke about Redlands and their experiences of learning. Mr Corcoran and I were very proud of Year 9 and the way they admirably represented the School.

Library Magazine – Roseby Review

The Library staff are excited to announce their first edition of the Roseby Review magazine. This quarterly magazine is packed with articles, creative writing, book reviews and thought-provoking features that will spark curiosity and inspire readers of all ages. Whether you’re a fan of literature, current events, or exploring new ideas, The Roseby Review has something for everyone. Think: reading for recreation, research for education and everything in-between. 

Check out the Library Pulse page on Monday 25 November when it will be published for the Secondary School community. 

Congratulations to the following students who participated and performed in the Maths Competitions.

Redlands Community Carols

Families are invited to join in Community Carols at St Peter’s Church on Sunday 1 December. We look forward to seeing you there.

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

Chaplains

Community Christmas Carols

We warmly invite all Redlands students, families and friends to join us for our Community Carols on Sunday 1 December at 5pm at St Peter’s Church, Cremorne. This informal gathering offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy singing cherished carols together and celebrate the Christian story of Christmas. Come and experience the joy and peace of the season with light refreshments and a friendly community atmosphere. All are welcome – we hope to see you there!

Kirsten Philips
Secondary School Chaplain

Fiona McKenzie
Junior School Chaplain 

Cocurricular Clubs

United Nations Youth Voice Competition

Last Friday, two of our talented students, Andy Guan (Year 9) and Sophie Wong (Year 7), reached the semi-finals of the prestigious United Nations Youth Voice competition. This is a tremendous achievement, showcasing their dedication and passion for global issues.

A special congratulations to Sophie Wong, who has made it through to the final round and will be presenting her speech at NSW Parliament this Friday. In her speech, Sophie will address the negative impacts of large-scale industrial agriculture while offering solutions to ensure an adequate food supply. This is a crucial and timely topic, and Sophie’s ability to engage with complex issues at such a high level is truly impressive. In addition to her prepared speech, Sophie will demonstrate her public speaking skills by responding to impromptu questions from the audience, further highlighting her confidence and composure.

We are incredibly proud of both Andy and Sophie for their outstanding efforts in reaching this stage of the competition. Their commitment to raising awareness of global challenges and their exceptional public speaking abilities are a testament to their hard work and dedication. We wish Sophie the best of luck in the finals, and we look forward to supporting her as she represents our school at this prestigious event.

Sweet Success: Students Harvest Redlands Honey at Beekeeping Club

This week at Beekeeping Club, students joined Sonia, our Rooftop Bees beekeeper, to harvest Redlands honey using the traditional crush-and-strain method. The session began with a delightful taste test of the freshly harvested honey, sparking excitement and curiosity among the participants.

Students then worked hands-on with the honeycomb, carefully placing it into a strainer and applying pressure to extract the golden honey, which flowed into a collection bucket. The leftover beeswax was separated, leaving the pure honey ready for bottling into jars of Redlands honey.

The hands-on nature of this activity captivated the students, who enthusiastically participated and unanimously praised the taste of the honey. This experience not only highlighted the sweetness of the product but also deepened their understanding of the harvesting process and the importance of sustainable beekeeping.

Calling all Secondary School Student Performers To Join the Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase

Calling all Secondary School students! Don’t miss the chance to spread joy and connect with the community by participating in the Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase on Thursday 28 November, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Bougainvillea Retirement Village.

This annual event offers students from Years 7 to 12 the opportunity to bring holiday cheer to the residents through musical performances which could involve singing, acting or dancing. It’s a wonderful way to give back, make meaningful connections, and celebrate the spirit of Christmas together.

Students interested in taking part in this memorable event can sign up by clicking on the banner below. Let’s make this Christmas season extra special for everyone involved – sign up now to be part of the joy!

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

Service

It is now only 34 days til Christmas (which is 5 more Mondays!!!) and we are right in the midst of our 2024 Christmas Drive – “It’s in The Bag.”

This year, one of our main aims is to promote the message that connecting with a cause and truly understanding it is what lies at the heart of service. Service has genuine impact when we move beyond doing a ‘good deed,’ to empathising and understanding.

With this in mind, we would like to share a bit more about the charity and campaign we are supporting this Christmas and why it matters to us.

Share the Dignity is an Australian charity founded in 2015 by Rochelle Courtenay to address period poverty among women, particularly those experiencing homelessness or domestic violence. The idea was inspired by an article Courtenay read about the extreme and undignified measures women in these situations were forced to take to manage their periods. Emphasising that access to sanitary products is a basic human right, she established Share the Dignity to provide essential menstrual products and restore dignity to those in need.

This Christmas, Share the Dignity is running the “It’s in the Bag” campaign, which encourages Australians to donate filled handbags containing essential and luxury items for women and girls in need, particularly those in domestic violence refuges or homeless shelters. Participants can pack bags with items such as toiletries, period products, and personal care items, along with optional extras like a handwritten note to provide a personal touch of love and hope. This campaign not only provides practical support but also aims to restore dignity and self-worth to recipients, reminding them that they are valued and cared for during a challenging time

What Actually is Dignity? Why is it Important?

Dignity in itself is such a complex concept. For us, it refers to the inherent worth of EVERY individual, and their right to be treated with respect and kindness regardless of their circumstances. It refers to the individual’s sense of being able to stand tall and understand their worth, regardless of circumstance. Everyone deserves to enjoy a sense of dignity. We think dignity is particularly important in times of vulnerability – such as homelessness, domestic abuse, and financial crisis – as it nurtures our sense of self and helps us maintain our identity and integrity, which can be so easily stripped away during times of hardship. In these moments dignity can become a luxury rather than a given.

When we are able to honour other people’s dignity we empower them, affirming that they matter and their feelings and experiences are valid. This act of recognition can have such an impact on a person’s wellbeing making them feel loved and instilling a sense of hope and pride in themselves, particularly during hard times.

By giving these bags this Christmas we have the opportunity to make a difference by honouring the dignity of those around us. It reminds us that we are connected in our shared humanity and human experiences and are all deserving of compassion and respect.

Written by Charlotte Humphreys and Lachie Green – Service Captains

Uniform Shop

Holiday Opening Hours

The Uniform Shop will close at 4pm on Friday 6 December and reopen on Monday 13 January 2025.

Online Bookings Now Available

Uniform appointments for 2025 are now open for students requiring a uniform fitting.  We recommend students who need to purchase the new uniform come in for a fitting to determine their correct size.  Please click HERE  to make an appointment before the end of term or in January.  You can also book online through the Uniform Shop page on Redlands Pulse.

A reminder for all Year 2 students moving into Year 3 next year, there is a change from the Prep uniform to the Years 3 – 10 uniform.  We encourage families to make an appointment for a full fitting and to learn all the options available with the new uniform. 

If you need further information, please contact the Uniform Shop team at uniformorders@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

Year 11

IB Visual Arts

This Term IB Visual Arts students have been exploring Experimental Approaches to Drawing in order to extend their understanding of mark making techniques and to allow them to become more confident with their own practice. In this task – called ‘Kinaesthetic Drawing’ students were required to allow the movement of their body to be directly involved and evident in the mark marking. For some this was through mapping the physical patterns of yoga poses, others it was swimming strokes and for some it was an opportunity to represent and map the unnoticed patterns the body makes as it moves.

Ms Lisa Vale
Yr 11 Advisor
9968 9837
lvale@redlands.nsw.edu.au  

Year 10

Year 10 Camp: Building Resilience and Memories

Last week, our Year 10 students returned from their camp at Myall Lakes National Park, bringing back not only tired smiles but also many wonderful memories. The camp offered a variety of challenges, including hiking, biking, and canoeing through stunning landscapes, as well as the adventure of sleeping in tents amidst diverse weather conditions. The grit and determination demonstrated by our students in tackling these challenges were remarkable. These experiences are more than just moments of fun—they are life lessons in resilience and perseverance that students will carry forward. 

All My Own Work Programme Completion

On Monday, Year 10 cohort completed the All My Own Work programme, an important step in preparing for their academic journey ahead. This programme, an essential requirement by NESA for all HSC students, equips them with the skills to maintain academic integrity and avoid malpractice. While not mandated by the IB, Redlands includes it to ensure students gain a deeper understanding of ethical research practices. These skills will be invaluable as they transition into their senior years. 

Commercialisation Challenge at Macquarie University

Next week, our students will participate in the Commercialisation Challenge at Macquarie University, an enriching opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills. Today, Ms. Van de Peer and Ms. Green briefed students about the programme’s structure, expectations for behaviour, and engagement during the event. 

Students are reminded to: 

– Wear full school uniform, including a blazer. 

– Bring snacks for morning tea due to limited break times in the morning. 

Ms. Green has shared the event schedule and bus timings with students and carers. Please ensure these details are reviewed to support smooth participation in the day’s activities. 

Harbour Cruise Reminder

The much-anticipated Harbour Cruise is just around the corner! If you haven’t yet secured your tickets, please do so by Sunday, 24th November. This promises to be a fantastic event!

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

Year 9

Schools for Impact

Today, Year 9 attended Sydney University to hear from four grassroots charities to conclude their participation in the Schools for Impact Program. The cohort raised a substantial amount of money across the term which they allocated to a charity of their choice after hearing from them today. It was great to see the students band together to raise the funds and even more impressive to see them engage with the charity’s pitches with curiosity and maturity. 

Thank you to Rose Boddy and Sebastian Salz who both delivered excellent speeches to introduce two of the charities; Bandu and JRS. 

National History Challenge

The National History Challenge  was open to all students in Year 7-9, and the following students in Year 9 are congratulated for attending weekly lunchtime sessions with Mr Allen throughout Semester 1 to complete an independent research project on a history topic of their own choice.  

• Hugo Burton – received a Green award for his video essay on the persecution and imprisonment of homosexuals in Nazi Germany 

• Tom Beatty – received a Bronze award for an essay on how the United States Air Force responded to flaws in their technology and strategy during and after the Vietnam War 

• Andy Guan – received a Bronze award for an essay on the Benin Bronzes, a collection of sculptures originating from the ancient kingdom of Benin located in modern-day Nigeria, which were taken by the British in the age of colonialism and are currently displayed in the British Museum 

Stage 5 Assembly

Part of the Stage 5 Assembly this week was dedicated to recognising the efforts of students who have challenged themselves by participating in competitions in various academic disciplines throughout the year.  

Ms Van de Peer presented certificates to the following students: 

Tournament of the Minds – Charlotte Boris, Georgia Cavric, Amelie Dewar, Melissa Franco, Roman Jackson, Sophia Liu and Abby Stante 

National History Challenge – Hugo Burton, Tom Beatty and Andy Guan 

2024 Mathematics Competitions – Daniel Bond, Lewis Davis,Alexander Heller, Abby Stante and William Vass 

Redlands Dance Academy Concert

A big good luck to Year 9 students participating in the Redlands Dance Academy Concert over the next few days. There are a large number of Year 9s participating, whether that be in dance, music or production. We are super impressed by the commitment and enthusiasm with which you have approached the lead up to the event and look forward to seeing you shine on and off stage!

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

Year 8

Week 6 – If You Can be Anything, Be Kind

This week, I spoke to our cohort about how we can make the most out of our final two weeks of term and really focus on being our best selves as we close out the year. While examinations have finished, students still have valuable feedback to receive, process and to learn from in preparation for Year 9. I encouraged students to: ‘be present’ in feedback lessons, so they are focused on absorbing the valuable advice on personal areas for improvement; ‘be mindful’ so that they are able to process this effectively, without distraction; and ‘engage in forward-thinking’, so they can reflect on how they might apply this to future situations in Yr 9. Above all, I also emphasised my hope that students focus on being kind to each other; kind to their teachers and coaches; and kind to themselves, should they receive a mark lower than anticipated in their examination results. If we can maintain this kindness disposition, then we can embrace the holidays with positivity.

In line with this theme, I reminded students of our annual Tutor awards, where students have the opportunity to nominate individuals in their Tutor group who have stood out for embodying Redlands values. The specific awards students will vote for are:

• The Little Ray of Sunshine: A student who has demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm, positivity and support for members of their Tutor group. 
• Kindness and Respect Ambassador: A student who has consistently modelled respect, empathy and kindness towards their peers and in the Redlands community. 
• Team Player Trophy: A student who has consistently displayed excellent teamwork skills, collaboration with and support for their peers in Tutor group activities. 
• The CEO (Coordinated, Efficient and Organised): A student who has consistently brought all their resources to Tutor, had their planner signed and used it well, and been on top of all their various school commitments. 
• Best Dressed: A student whose uniform and general appearance has been impeccable over the year. 
• Ultimate Achievement: A student who has achieved something exceptional (internal or external to the school) over the year.  

Tutors will also each select a student to achieve the Tutor’s Choice award, designed to commend a student in whom they have seen excellent personal growth.

We will acknowledge and celebrate the students who win these awards in our final Year Assembly in Week 8.

Share the Dignity Christmas Drive

On Tuesday, our cohort were visited by Yr 11 students who were helping to promote this year’s Christmas Appeal, aimed at supporting Share the Dignity. Share the Dignity is a women’s charity in Australia that works to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness or doing it tough.

Tutor groups will be working together to bring in items and then produce a bag of essential goods that can go to an adult, teen or mum and bub, to help someone in need for Christmas. In line with our service focus this semester, this initiative will give students another opportunity to think beyond themselves and work towards helping people in need. Remember, student contributions need to be in by Tuesday!

Moonbah Gearing up for Growth Information Evening

On Monday night we held an informative evening to provide students and parents with key information about the Moonbah 2025 program. There was a positive vibe in Redlands Hall and then in the Learning Hub as families moved between presenters to learn more about the program. It was enjoyable speaking to students and parents, and hearing their enthusiasm for all that their term away next year will hold. Thank you to all of the presenters for taking time out of their evening to communicate with the cohort.

You can access all the PowerPoint presentations and detailed information regarding the Learning Program Core and Elective Units on the Year 9 Moonbah page on Pulse.

If you have any questions, which have not been answers in the Moonbah FAW, please direct them to highcountry@redlands.nsw.edu.au

The Scottish Play comes to Life

Having sat their English examination this year on Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’, Yr 8 are now enjoying having the time to engage with the play by performing key scenes from the play before working on a project to create a modern adaptation of their key scene. Students from 8B enjoyed getting out onto the Fahl Garden to perform key scenes in the traditional fashion, before getting down to developing concepts for a modern ‘Macbeth’ and then writing modern scripts to fit their scene. Next week, students will be filming their scripts to create engaging modern adaptation videos. Whether it be altering ‘Macbeth’ to become the story of a jealous F1 driver and his race sabotage; using the play to comment on contemporary American politics (Trump); or transforming the play into an homage to Dance Mums, a range of creative ideas are being developed. I look forward to seeing the final videos produced!

Rock in the Quad

On Tuesday, the school was overtaken by the melodious sounds of students ‘rocking out’ over recess and lunchtime at Rock in the Quad. Whilst the weather disturbed the ‘in the quad’ element at recess, the sky managed to clear up for the lunchtime session for all the school to hear, enjoy and mosh to some rockin’ beats!

Congratulations to all the Yr 8s who were involved in rock bands this year and well done on their stage presence and energetic performances, showcasing a year’s worth of contemporary musical collaboration.

Speech Night

The Redlands 141st Secondary School Speech Night is fast approaching on Wednesday 4 December. The evening is a wonderful celebration of all our students’ achievements this year. Please make sure you view Pulse for all the relevant details.

The Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase!

The school is encouraging all Secondary School students to join forces in spreading the joy of Christmas and connecting with the community by participating in the Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase on Thursday, November 28th, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Bougainvillea Retirement Village.

This annual event offers students from Years 7 to 12 the opportunity to bring holiday cheer to the residents through musical performances which could involve singing, acting or dancing. It is a wonderful way to give back, make meaningful connections, and celebrate the spirit of Christmas together. Students interested in taking part in this memorable event can sign up by clicking HERE.

Sign up now to be part of the joy!

Term 4 Key Dates and Upcoming Events

• Speech Night (and Term End) – Week 8: Wednesday 4 December

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

Year 7

Year 7 Success: Celebrating a Fantastic First Year!

Finishing Year 7 positively is crucial as it sets a strong foundation for the rest of your secondary school journey. It helps build confidence, fosters a sense of achievement, and encourages a positive mindset for future challenges. Completing Year 7 with enthusiasm also strengthens friendships and enhances overall wellbeing. To celebrate this important milestone, we will host an ice blocks and Fahl celebration on Friday, 29th November, during Tutor Time. This event is a chance to say well done to Year 7 students for a fantastic first year at secondary school!

Science Focus

In the Y7 science lessons this week, students created their own versions of cells using a variety of materials to demonstrate their understanding of cell structure and function. Some students baked cakes, carefully decorating them with edible ingredients to represent different organelles, while others built detailed models with Lego blocks. A few students used plasticine to craft 3D cells, adding vibrant colors to highlight specific parts like the nucleus and mitochondria. The hands-on activity allowed students to creatively explore cell biology while reinforcing the roles of each cell component. Well done to our creative Yr 7 students and a huge thank you to our incredible Science Teachers for making learning so much fun!

Rock in the Quad

On Tuesday this week, we were delighted to hear Rock in the Quad echoing around the Secondary School during recess and lunchtime. Whilst it might not have been quite in the ‘quad’ in recess, due to some unforecasted wet weather, it managed to clear up for our lunchtime session for all to hear and enjoy. 

We’re proud of the work of our rock bands and their enthusiastic performances, showcasing the year’s worth of contemporary musical collaboration. A huge well done to Year 7 students Henry Hughes (Guitar) and Joshua Rantall (Voice).

History Excursion – Week 7

We can’t wait for our Year 7 History excursion to the Chau Chak Museum next week! We’re looking forward to a fantastic couple of days! 

Excursion Dates

• Monday, 25 November: 7B, 7O, 7P, and 7Y
• Tuesday, 26 November: 7G, 7M, and 7R

Important Details

• Uniform: Students should wear full school uniform.
• Food: Please bring recess and lunch in a small tote bag. These will be stored at the museum.
• Bus Departure: Buses will depart from Redlands Lane at 8:20 am, aiming to reach the museum by 9:00 am. All students will return back to Redlands before 3.20pm.
• Medical Reminder: Students who require an Epipen of Asthma puffer must bring these along to the excursion and show them to their group teacher before departure.

Shout Outs

Two of our talented Redlands students, Andy Guan (Year 9) and Sophie Wong (Year 7), reached the semi-finals of the United Nations Youth Voice competition last Friday.

Sophie Wong has advanced to the final round and will present at NSW Parliament this Friday. Sophie will deliver a prepared speech on addressing the negative impacts of large-scale industrial agriculture while ensuring adequate food supply. Sophie will also showcase her public speaking skills by answering impromptu questions in front of a large audience.

Congratulations to both Andy and Sophie on their outstanding efforts, and best of luck to Sophie for the finals!

Share the Dignity Christmas Drive

On Tuesday, our Yr 7 cohort were visited by Yr 11 students who were helping to promote this year’s Christmas Appeal, aimed at supporting Share the Dignity. Share the Dignity is a women’s charity in Australia that works to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness or doing it tough.

Tutor groups will be working together to bring in items and then produce a bag of essential goods that can go to an adult, teen or mum and bub, to help someone in need for Christmas. In line with our service focus this semester, this initiative will give students another opportunity to think beyond themselves and work towards helping people in need. Remember, student contributions need to be in by Tuesday!

Speech Night

The Redlands 141st Secondary School Speech Night is fast approaching on Wednesday 4 December. The evening is a wonderful celebration of all our students’ achievements this year. Please make sure you view Pulse for all the relevant details.

The Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase!

The school is encouraging all Secondary School students to join forces in spreading the joy of Christmas and connecting with the community by participating in the Redlands Christmas Bougainvillea Showcase on Thursday, November 28th, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Bougainvillea Retirement Village.

This annual event offers students from Years 7 to 12 the opportunity to bring holiday cheer to the residents through musical performances which could involve singing, acting or dancing. It is a wonderful way to give back, make meaningful connections, and celebrate the spirit of Christmas together. Students interested in taking part in this memorable event can sign up by clicking HERE.

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NSW School Vaccinations 2024 

NSW Health will offer vaccinations to all Year 7 students on Thursday 28^th November 2024; 

Year 7 –Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Also      Year 7 – dTpa (if not given at the previous clinic)

                Year 10 – Meningococcal ACWY (if not given already)

Vaccination will only be provided at school if consent has been received.

If you missed completing the vaccination consent before, please fill in the form now and your child can get both dTpa and HPV vaccines at the coming clinic.

If you or your child’s other parent already provided consent for both HPV and dTpa vaccines for the clinic on 7^th November 2024 you don’t need to submit consent again. You can check if you gave online consent by logging in. 

How to provide consent: 

1. To complete online consent for your child’s school vaccinations, visit here. and log in using your Service NSW details.

This is the same account you may already use to renew your driver’s licence. Refer to Service NSW to create an account if you don’t already have one.   Update or confirm your personal details in ServiceNSW as required. 

1. Complete the School Vaccination Consent Form for your child. Read a step-by-step guide on how to provide consent online. Translated guides are available in Arabic, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese.

No Medicare?

If you or your child do not have a Medicare card or you don’t have I.T. access, consent can still be provided by requesting a paper-based consent form directly from your child’s school.

Student absent from school on clinic day?

They can be vaccinated at a school clinic next year. Students do not need to go to their GP for vaccination because they are absent but that is an option if the parent prefers. 

For more information on routine school vaccinations, visit here.

If you require information in your language, visit here. 

Key Dates

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

Head of Junior School

In this week’s assembly we spoke about how the final stage of a race is the time when most effort is needed to finish well. Although the summer break is just around the corner, the final days of school are just as important as the first. It’s a time to tie up loose ends, reflect on achievements and leave on a positive note. A key focus this term has been about finishing strong and putting in our best effort right to the end. I encourage all students to reflect on what they want to be remembered for this year and how they will make their final days of the term count.

Christmas At Redlands, From Ms McKenzie, our Junior Campus Chaplain

This year at Redlands we are going to be having several opportunities to share in the joy of Christmas.

Junior Campus Carols and A Touch of Christmas Mufti Day

Junior Campus Carols for students K – 6 will be held at 9am Tuesday 26 November in Dunnet Hall.

To celebrate and have a final fund raise to support Wayside Chapel Christmas appeal students are invited to wear “a touch” of Christmas to our Carol service and bring a donation for collection. Students should wear their school unform but can accessorise; for example, they can wear a hat, some tinsel, a head band or bracelets, anything that has a Christmas colour. Please note that Junior School students need to change into their school uniform at lunch ready for their special sports award ceremony in the afternoon.  

Help Redlands Junior Campus achieve the goal set by our Junior School Captains of raising the most funds in a year by a school for the important work of Wayside Chapel.

Anglicare Toy’s ‘n’ Tucker

Another opportunity to give is our annual Toy’s ‘n’ Tucker giving for Anglicare. Bring your gifts to one of the receptions by Monday 2 December. Gift ideas can be found here.

Redlands Community Carols

Families are also invited to join in Community Carols at St Peter’s Church on Sunday 1 December.    

Speech Day Timings for Wednesday 4 December 

Some advance notice of key timings for student movements for the Junior School Annual Prize giving on Wednesday 4 December, 11:00am at The Star.

• 6.50am drop off at school (Allister St): All Junior Concert Band, Junior Jazz Band, Junior Strings students: note, given the early departure these students will be bussed to the Star from school.
• 7.50am drop off at school (Allister St): Junior Choir Students: note, given the early departure these students will be bussed to the Star from school.
• 9.00-9.15am (no later than 9.15am) arrival at The Star for all Prize Winners (to be announced Monday 2 December)
• 9.20-9.30am (no later than 9.30am) arrival at The Star for all other students

Uniform Shop

Holiday Opening Hours

The Uniform Shop will close at 4pm on Friday 6 December and reopen on Monday 13 January 2025.

Online Bookings Now Available

Uniform appointments for 2025 are now open for students requiring a uniform fitting.  We recommend students who need to purchase the new uniform come in for a fitting to determine their correct size.  Please click HERE  to make an appointment before the end of term or in January.  You can also book online through the Uniform Shop page on Redlands Pulse.

A reminder for all Year 2 students moving into Year 3 next year, there is a change from the Prep uniform to the Years 3 – 10 uniform.  We encourage families to make an appointment for a full fitting and to learn all the options available with the new uniform. 

If you need further information, please contact the Uniform Shop team at uniformorders@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

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

Head of Preparatory School

Daily Wellbeing Clubs have been such a success all year in providing  opportunities for students to experience different things to do at lunchtime. The clubs have always been a safe space for our students to join in many varied fun activities whilst also having a calm environment to explore and develop new friendships with the support of teachers in the room.

The daily Friendship Club continues to be such a supportive space this year for some of our friends to come for help when navigating friendship bumps or when a helping hand is needed to gently assist in the growth of a new friendship. This year Mrs Clinton has demonstrated the importance of peer building and interaction by encouraging the Junior School Wellbeing Leaders to come at lunchtime and help out. Needless to say, the younger students have loved this connection and their friendships are now expanding outside of the Club and into the general playground.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our teachers who have taken a club this year. It is always a great way for staff to connect with students outside of their own classes while doing something they enjoy with the children.

A very big thank you to all the various parents throughout the year who have come in at a lunchtime to share in the clubs with us. This has been very special to us and a wonderful way to connect with the community again.

Prep Presentation Day

Tuesday 3 December  

We look forward to welcoming Prep parents and carers to the Margaret Roberts Preparatory School Presentation Day 2024 on Tuesday 3 December at 10am-11.30am. An email will be sent out today to all families containing the seat booking information. Please note that due to limited seating in Dunnet Hall, each family can reserve two seats. Please ensure you have booked by 2 December.

Christmas At Redlands 

A Message from Fiona McKenzie, Junior Campus Chaplain

This year at Redlands we are going to be having several opportunities to share in the joy of Christmas. 

Junior Campus Carols and A Touch of Christmas Mufti Day 

Junior Campus Carols for students K – 6 will be held on Tuesday 26 November in Dunnet Hall at 9am.

To celebrate and have a final fund raise to support Wayside Chapel Christmas appeal students are invited to wear “a touch” of Christmas to our Carol service and bring a donation for collection. They can wear a hat, some tinsel, a head band or bracelets, anything that has a Christmas colour. 

Help Redlands Junior Campus achieve the goal set by our Junior School Captains of raising the most funds in a year by a school for the important work of Wayside Chapel.  

Please note that Junior School students need to be able to change into their full school uniform at lunch ready for their special sports award ceremony in the afternoon.  

Anglicare Toy’s ‘n’ Tucker

Another opportunity to give is our annual Toy’s ‘n’ Tucker giving for Anglicare. Bring your gifts to one of the receptions by Monday 2^nd of December. Gift ideas can be found here.  

Redlands Community Carols

Families are also invited to join in Community Carols at St Peter’s Church on Sunday 1 December.

Term 4 Dates for Prep School Students

As the term starts to get busy, can I please remind families to keep an eye on the school calendar that can be found on Pulse. If there are any questions related to any event, please don’t hesitate to email Ms Pontes or myself for clarification.

Prep Games Day – Friday 29 November

A Message from Ms Longworth

We are excited to be having our Prep Games Day on Friday 29 November. It is going to be a great day full of fun activities! 

What to Wear

New uniform or PE uniform

What to Bring 

• Hat 
• Water bottles
• Recess and Lunch (canteen orders will still be available)

Schedule

• 8-8.20am – Regular arrival time
• 8.20-8.30am – Students will go to classrooms for roll call
• 8.30-10.30am – Kindy and Year 1 Rotation of Activities  (Year 2 Normal Class time)
• 10.30-11am – Recess
• 11am-1pm – Y2 Rotation of Activities (Kindy and Year 1 Normal Class time)
• 1pm – End of Day – Regular lunchtime and classes after lunch.  Normal pick up time apply.
• After school activities – OOSH and Prep Sport are on. 

Parents are welcome to watch during the allocated time for their child’s year group.

Year 2 Families Moving Into Year 3

A Message from the Uniform Shop

 Students commencing  Year 3 for 2025 will need to transition into the new uniform for the start of Term 1.  Appointments are now available at the Uniform Shop and we encourage families make a booking for a full fitting and to learn all the options available with the new uniform.

Please click HERE to make an appointment in November, December or January.  If you need further information, please email the Uniform Shop team at uniformorders@redlands.nsw.edu.au.

View Price List Here

2025 K-2 Sport (Including PreK and RHS)

A Message from William Senior, K-2 After School Sport Coordinator

The PreK-2 Sports Program is an optional, user-paid program, designed to introduce students to a variety of sports and foster a love for physical activity. We’re pleased to let you know that Term 1 sport selections will open at 4:00 pm on Thursday, 21st November, and will remain open until Wednesday, 20th December. During this period, please ensure you make your selection for your child’s preferred sport via clipboard.

The Sporting days for Term 1 will include:

Monday

• Boys Football
• Girls Football
• Gymnastics

Friday

• Multi-Sport
• Tennis
• Gymnastics

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

What’s the Baby’s Name?

As we all know, Ms Knox will be welcoming a new little person into the world shortly and we thought as a Prep community we would help her choose a name for it! As a bit of fun (of course with her permission), you will find pieces of paper next to two baby bottles on the Prep Reception Desk where you can write a name and place it in either bottle. I am sure there be a lot of choice for Ms Knox!

Once again, we gather lost drink bottles, jumpers, hats, lunch boxes and many other wild and whacky things that are left behind in the playground. If your child is searching high and low for lost items, please ask them to check the lost property seat and baskets by the end of next week please.

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

Redlands House and PreKindergarten

Seniors and PreK Concert 

Concert Day Wednesday 27 November – Children are to arrive at school by 9am on Concert Day in their normal school uniform. The concert will begin at 10am and should conclude by 10.45am. The students will return to Preschool for the rest of the day. Should you wish to take your child home, they can be collected from the Preschool after the concert, once they have changed back into their Redlands uniform.

Term 4 Important Dates

• 22 November: Yellow Class Juniors Sing-along 9.30am
• 22 November:  Blue Class Juniors Sing-along 10.00 am
• 27 November:  Seniors and PreK Concert 10am
• 3 December:    Last day – Half Day – 12 pm collection

Community Christmas Carols – Sunday 1 December, 5pm

Families are invited to join in Community Carols at St Peter’s Church on Sunday 1 December.  We look forward to seeing you there.

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

Over the last few years we have seen a number of students excel not just in their sporting endeavours but also academically, by emphasising hard work, resilience, and balance  we allow students to develop a strong foundation of discipline, strategic goal-setting, and balancing their co-curricular pursuits with academic responsibilities.

• Hard Work and Dedication – consistent practice enhances skills, builds muscle memory, and improves performance over time. Creating a structured schedule ensures time for both sports and academics without compromising either.
• Resilience and Mental Toughness – learning to handle losses or injuries positively and viewing them as opportunities for growth builds emotional strength. Staying mentally engaged during training and competitions while ignoring distractions.
• Balancing Academics – students identify peak periods for academic and co-curricular demands and allocate time accordingly. Using efficient study makes academic tasks manageable. Maintaining good nutrition, sleep, and hydration ensures optimal performance in both arenas.
• Passion and Enjoyment – while excelling requires effort, maintaining a genuine love for the sport keeps students motivated and prevents burnout.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”

– Pelé

Redlands Secondary Sports Calendar

• Saturday 23 November – Summer ISA Round 5
• Saturday 30 November – Summer ISA Round 6 (last round of the year)
• Saturday 30 November – Rowing – 2024 Sydney Girls High School Regatta
• Tuesday 3 December – last day of 2024 – NO SPORT

Basketball

❗Training Schedule UPDATES

Please check your training schedule carefully as there will be various changes in locations/ days/ times for the next couple of weeks.

Simon Gleeson  

Sailing

“Last Saturday, Redlands sailors participated in the Redlands cup, in which they had a full day of racing amongst themselves or other schools, with near perfect sailing conditions. The Elliot program had a tight competition between Redlands crews, with Cooper, Will, Jake & Feargal winning the day. Pacer sailors competed in with 25 boats from Wenona, Riverview, Monte, Knox and Pymble, with Philomena Lee and Kate Rintoul placing 3^rd overall, closely followed by Max Nicholson and Alexander Davis in 4^th. A huge congratulations to all sailors who put in huge amounts of effort on the day and should all be very proud of their achievements.”

Hugo Baird | Sailing Captain

Results:

Pacer gold finals

• Philomena and Kate: 3^rd
• Max and Alexander: 4^th

Pacer Silver finals

• Hugo and William: 2^nd

Elliots

• Cooper, Will, Jake & Feargal 1^st
• Ruairi, Sophie, Harrison & Arthur 2^nd
• Harley, Josh, Niamh & Will   3^rd

Tennis

Friends of Tennis

Welcoming our new friends of Tennis committee

• President: Camilla B
• Treasurer: Shane E
• Secretary: Marcia and Tom O
• Marketing and Communications: Kathryn P

If you would like to join the Friends of Tennis, please email Camilla – camilla@byron.se

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. are 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.

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)

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.

Summer Sport – Key Contacts

Junior Sport

Thanks Coach!

As we conclude another sports term, students are encouraged to foster a culture of gratitude within both the Representative and Non-Representative sports programs. This involves expressing appreciation to their coaches in representative teams, acknowledging supervising staff on Wednesday Sports, recognising coaching staff in Non-Representative sports, as well as showing gratitude to drivers, medical staff, and their foremost supporters—their parents and carers.

Kindly remind your child to take a moment to convey their thanks to coaches, either this Saturday at the final basketball, touch, tennis match or this Wednesday during the last session of Term 4 sport for all our non-representative sports. It was heartening to witness some students last term expressing their gratitude to coaches for their guidance and efforts having coached some of them since the start of the year in various sports.  However, it’s noted that this acknowledgment wasn’t universal across all teams, sports, and individuals at the end of Terms 2 and 3.

In a period when schools in Sydney are grappling with challenges in attracting and retaining sports coaches post-Covid, it is crucial for Redlands to uphold the high standards of coaching across our campuses. A timely reminder to your child would be beneficial, prompting them to personally thank their coaches when they see them on Wednesday. For those inclined to express gratitude in writing, we have sport thank-you cards available at the sports office which your child can come and collect.

On behalf of the Junior School Sport department, we extend our thanks for your continued support in our representative sports program. Please enjoy the video that has been shared previously. 

Thank you coach video

Mixed and Girls Basketball Jersey Return

As we approach the conclusion of another successful Term of Basketball, we want to express our pride in the effort and dedication your child has shown throughout the term.

This communication is a friendly reminder regarding the return of the loaned Basketball Jersey. We kindly request that you ensure your child returns their jersey after their final game this Saturday. The Basketball jerseys will be collected at the venues by their coaches. Students will need another shirt to wear home at the conclusion of their game. The replacement cost for our new jerseys is quite high, so we want to avoid billing families for lost jerseys.

Return Process

• Year 5/6 ABCDEF teams playing at home (Redlands House Courts) for their last game and will return their singlets to their coach on Saturday morning at the conclusion of their game. Boys and girls can use Dunnet Hall change rooms after the games if they wish.

  Year 3/4 ABCD teams are playing away.  Jerseys can be returned unwashed (yes you read it correctly as we launder all the jerseys together)  to the sport office so we can launder them and sort them back into sizes on Monday.

• Year 3/4/5/6 Girls Basketball teams are playing away.  Jerseys can be returned unwashed (yes you read it correctly as we launder all the jerseys together)  to the sport office so we can launder them and sort them back into sizes on Monday.

We emphasise the importance of returning the jersey to avoid any inconvenience. In case the jersey isn’t returned, please note that a replacement cost will be applied.

We sincerely thank you for your cooperation and support in the smooth functioning of our sports programs.

Sports Assembly

Next week we will be having our annual sports awards assembly where awards and certificates will be distributed to those students across sports from across the year. Please see the reminder that sent home on pulse news earlier in the week.

Junior School Sport has become aware of some confusion that exists in parent social groups around our upcoming Sport Awards Assembly with respect to parents and guardians being invited.

Please be aware that only those parents of a child who is receiving an award at this assembly has received an invitation and due to space only 1 parent or guardian from this group and who have RSVP’d to their invitation will have a seat reserved for them with their name on it.

Unfortunately, we cannot have any other parents in attendance at this assembly. Thank you for your understanding.

Ordering Representative Team Photos

Families are now invited to order 2024 Summer, Winter representative teams photos direct from Melba.

To so so please see the details below;

www.melbastudios.com.au

Click on ‘Schools’

Password: Murdoch

Click the check box to acknowledge the shipping will be manually adjusted prior to charging 

Rep Sport Summer Sport Term 4

A reminder to check your app each week in regard to your child’s team as our teams are ‘fluid’, meaning teams may change from week to week depending on 3 main criteria:

ABILITY                    in direct comparison to other students across the sport

ATTENDANCE        any student who misses 2 games in a season unrelated to sickness may be moved

ATTITUDE                this is based on behaviour at trainings, on game day and not limited to the sporting arena

Parents and carers are reminded to check the teams each Friday afternoon for changes that may have taken place at training during the week. Students may at times be asked to fill in for other teams occasionally due to absentees etc.

Non-Rep Sport recommencing Term 4

Students were reminded about the three ‘rights’ and how they impact upon their involvement in Redlands Sport in Term 4. Students are asked to adhere to these;

• Right place
• Right time
• Right equipment

Can you please ensure your check your child’ activities to see what sport they are commencing in this term making sure they bring the appropriate gear and or equipment to sport.

Non rep families are also reminded to check the home page of Pulse as well as their individual sport pages on a regular basis for updates.

Term 4 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. The  Junior School Parent Information Booklet has also been updated for Term 4- this can be viewed here Parent Information Booklet

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

Dance Academy

The Nutcracker….AND BEYOND

Our wonderful Academy students will be taking to the stage at The Concourse, Chatswood on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 November, for our 2024 End of Year Performances.

We would love to see as many of you there as possible, to support our students at this time.

Please check our RDA EOYP Pulse page for further details on performances and to buy a ticket.

BUY PERFORMANCE TICKETS

Student Drop-Off @ The Concourse | Saturday 23 November

Because of the train strike this Saturday, please note the following revised drop-off times and locations.

Students arriving at 8.50AM are to meet Academy staff in The Concourse foyer. 

Students arriving at 10AM and 1.30PM to enter via Stage Door on Anderson Street.

Enrolling in Dance 2025

Academy Enrolments

Enrolments open to all Redlands students at 10am on Tuesday 3 December.

Please see our RDA Pulse page for further details.

Current Academy Students

Please note Semester 2 2024 classes will not roll over to Semester 1 2025. This means that if your child is currently enrolled in an Academy class you will need to re-enrol them for Semester 1 2025.

Please note that enrolments at the Academy are per semester. Students enrol for:

• Semester 1, which covers Term1 and Term 2
• Semester 2, which covers Term3 and Term 4

Priority Enrolments

Current students enrolled in Term 4 2024 classes are given priority (first option) to re-enrol in 2025 in the same genre they are already enrolled in.

Priority enrolments open 10am on Friday 29 November and close end of day Monday 2 December.

Please note you will be able to enrol your child in a new genre of dance when Academy enrolments open to all at 10am on Tuesday 3 December.

Any Questions?

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

CLICK HERE FOR REDLANDS DANCE ACADEMY PULSE PAGE

And please contact us with any questions, concerns or feedback.

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

Extra Curricular Drama End of Year Showcases

 

Music

Rock in the Quad

On Tuesday this week, we were delighted to hear Rock in the Quad echoing around the Secondary School during recess and lunchtime. Whilst it might not have been quite in the ‘quad’ in recess, due to some unforecasted wet weather, it managed to clear up for our lunchtime session for all to hear and enjoy. 

We’re proud of the work of our rock bands and their enthusiastic performances, showcasing the year’s worth of contemporary musical collaboration. 

ROCK IN THE QUAD PHOTOS

Secondary School Open Morning

We’ve also had students performing at the Senior Campus Open Morning, playing for our prospective students and parents. Well done to our Horn Quartet and Intermediate Stage Band!

Redlands Dance Academy Concert – Music Collaboration

Here’s a sneak peak of the Advanced String Ensemble and selected wind/percussion players in the Pit at the Concourse Chatswood, as we prepare to play at the Dance Academy End of Year concert with some of the numbers. Come see this wonderful event – more information in the Dance Note Day page. 

Studio Concerts

Studio Concerts have continued this week, showcasing the efforts of our students and tutors across the year in private tuition on both Junior and Senior Campuses next week!

Please see below for the timetable for the remaining concerts, and come along to support our students! 

Junior Campus Studio Concerts

Senior Campus Studio Concerts

Year 2-3 and 6-7 Transitions

As the Year 6 students prepare for the exciting transition to Secondary School in 2025, we would like to take this opportunity to update you on Redlands Private Music Tuition, Rock Bands and Co-curricular Ensembles for 2024.

Private Music Tuition and Rock Bands:

There is an automatic roll-over from Yrs 2-3 and Yrs 6-7 for Private Music Tuition. To make this transition between campuses seamless, your child will retain the same Private Tutor and lessons will occur on the Senior Campus if going into Yr 7. 

Co-Curricular Ensembles

An automatic roll-over also applies for Co-curricular Music Ensembles from Yr  2 into Yr 3 and Yr 6 into Yr 7, with your child being added to the equivalent ensemble roll. More information regarding our 2025 co curricular and extracurricular timetable will be sent out over the coming week. 

Senior Auditions 

A reminder that all Semester 1 Auditions for Extension Ensembles are due this Friday 22 November by 5:00pm on iLearn.

Join the Friends of Music! 

Music is really thriving at Redlands, with over 500  students involved across the School, P-12 across Private Tuition, Ensembles and Performance Opportunities. 

The Music Calendar is full of exciting events and opportunities, and we are grateful to the support from our Music families in helping us make things happen. The Friends of Music is a passionate group of parents and carers who help out with events, costumes, stocktaking, resources, and general help as needed! Any help we get is invaluable. 

We are in particular need of leadership in the space, with our current parent leadership team stepping down this year. 

Join our dedicated team! Those interested should contact the Friends of Music at redlandsfriendsofmusic@gmail.com. 

Still to come this term! 

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
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Ms Kirsty Hales
Senior Music Administrator | seniormusic@redlands.nsw.edu.au | 9968 9820
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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)