Term 3 Week 9 2019

Issue 15

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Albury High School Proud Member of Crossing Point Learning Community

‘Creating our Future’ __________________________________________________________

Learning for all through Tradition, Innovation & Excellence

625 Kiewa Street ALBURY NSW 2640

Website: www.albury-h.schools.nsw.edu.au Email: albury-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Twitter:@Albury_High

Phone: (02) 6021 3488 Fax: (02) 6041 3782

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AHS P&C approved funding for 24 industrial arts workbenches at the start of Term One. Head Teacher Cameron Miller and his dedicated band of industrial arts teachers have finished building the first bench. The first design is for a metal work bench which as you can see, has a metal frame. The second design will be for wood work, where the perimeter will be made of wood. The tops of the tables are timber and can be replaced with new inserts when the original is worn or damaged. This feature gives the tables longevity and value for money. Another feature is to have hooks under the benches where students can hang their bags, making the industrial arts rooms free of potential trip hazards. This is a great joint project involving funding from the P&C, design by the industrial arts department teachers, and the students who will be involved building the tables.

O G ! On Sunday 20 October, 18 students and two teachers, Miriam Bady and Ingrid Klimke-Schmoll, will be on exchange from Otto-Hahn Gymnasium in Springe, Germany, with Albury High School. Students and their families from AHS are graciously hosting our guests during their 14 day stay. Our guests from Germany will meet the Mayor of Albury, visit Glenrowan for the Ned Kelly Experience, go to see the Bonegilla Migrant Centre, discover the delights of Beechworth, explore the Bandiana Army Museum, visit Woolshed Falls and trek up Mount Pilot during their stay.

The students will also be attending normal classes and giving cultural presentations to our language classes. This sister school exchange has been running successfully for the last 16 years.

Exchange Students from Germany 2019

Ms Amber Beck Languages/Literacy Teacher

‘T ’ P AHS participates annually in the ‘Tell Them From Me’ survey. We listen to what students, teachers and parents have to say. The information from the survey allows us to achieve positive and practical change within our school. By contributing to the survey you will be helping AHS manage student engagement, groups at risk, wellbeing and classroom culture. You can access the survey by clicking on the following link. http://nsw.tellthemfromme.com/ahs2019 Thank you for your time.

Mrs Nicole Hayward Business Manager

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Higher School Certificate As their HSC examinations approach, parents and students may experience increased anxiety. Students have been through several relaxation sessions this year and study preparation sessions. The information provided gives a good basis to start with. If you are concerned or struggling, please contact the school for further assistance. We want all students to be their best so they can do their best. Parents can help by ensuring a quiet area dedicated to study and supporting a regular routine. Good diet, sleep and some relaxation all form part of a model that allows students to perform at their best in the HSC. The HSC Study guide by the Sydney Morning Herald and promoted by NESA is a worthwhile source to assist students in preparing for the HSC. It is available by following this link: https://hsc-study-guide-2019.smh.com.au/

Mr Darryl Ward Principal

NSW School Immunisation Program City of Wodonga will be offering vaccinations to year 7 students and catch up vaccinations to year 10 students (who previously returned consent cards) at this school on Thursday 26 September 2019. The following vaccines will be offered on this day: Year 7 Human papillomavirus (HPV9) vaccine, Dose 2 (final dose) Catch Up Year 10 (Students who previously returned a consent card) Meningococcal ACWY vaccine Single dose only Consent cards should have already been signed for these vaccinations. Please note that students who commence the HPV vaccination through the school vaccination program in Year 7 but do not complete the course during the school year may be offered a catch-up dose at school in Year 8. Students who have any HPV doses at their GP will need to complete the course with their GP. If your Year 7 child missed the first dose of vaccines please contact council’s immunisation team on 1800 655 360 to obtain a consent card (if consent card previously not returned). Council can administer the first dose of vaccines at school if we have a signed consent card. Year 10 students who have NOT returned a Meningococcal ACWY consent card may receive this vaccine free through their GP. Parents/guardians who wish to withdraw their consent for any reason may do so by writing to the school Principal or phoning the school. The Procedure for Withdrawal of Consent is

available on the NSW Health website at www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation. Please ensure that your child is wearing their sports uniform or a short sleeve shirt on the vaccination day (without any long sleeved layers underneath), this will enable a smooth vaccination process. A Record of Vaccination will be provided to each student vaccinated at the time of vaccination. Parents/guardians should ensure that this record is kept for future reference. If you have any enquiries regarding the NSW School immunisation program, please contact your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055.

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R S B Please check at home. All blazers need to be cleaned and returned to the school office. Yr 12 students, if you require a blazer for the end of year ceremonies it must be returned on Tuesday 12 November 2019.

Calendar of Events:

Week 10, Term 3   

Monday  September 23  Swan Shield U15 NSWCHS 

      Knock out  

Tuesday September 24  Homework Centre 3:30pm ‐ 

      5:00pm  

       

Wednesday September 25  Yr12 Award Ceremony 

      11:00am in the Hall  

Thursday September 26  Vaccina ons Yr7 and Yr10  

      Yr12 Table Top excursion  

Friday September 27    Last day term 3        

      Yr12 BBQ breakfast 

Week 1, Term 4 

Monday October 14    Students first day term 4    

Tuesday October 15    Homework Centre 3:30pm ‐ 

      5:00pm 

Thursday October 17    HSC External exams begin

       

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