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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Welcome Back to Term 3 I am pleased to share that we have started the term well with all staff engaging in professional learning that is linked to our school plan for the purpose to deliver excellent education to our students. Our School Learning Support Officers went to a conference in Bathurst and strengthened their knowledge about their roles, Trauma, Behaviour Management and Sensory Processing as well as practical strategies for Literacy and Numeracy support. Our teaching staff and Administration Officers remained at school and reviewed the amended school plan focussing on delivering differentiated assessment. Students returned the following day refreshed and ready to learn with more than 90% of students exhibiting the values of positive behaviour for learning over the first three weeks of this term already. I encourage all students to show leadership by being in uniform, prepared to learn with correct equipment and show respect through positive communication all the while doing their best. You can see the amended school plan at the end of this newsletter and I welcome further feedback from parents and students before I move to publish this on our school website later this term. New Staff I welcome Mrs Cheryle Copland to our school this term as the Relieving Head Teacher English/HSIE/LOTE. She comes with a wealth of experience and expertise in her Key Learning Area. She has replaced Mr Jason McKee who has stepped into a teaching position for personal reasons related to health. I take this opportunity to thank Mr McKee for his contribution to the faculty and the school and welcome the imminent leadership change. White Ribbon Day Our annual community event for the second time running in partnership with Parkes High School and local Police to promote awareness of Domestic Violence was hosted by Parkes High School at Pioneer Park in Parkes last week and coordinated by our Deputy Principal Mr Jason Nottingham. It was a great day that showcased solidarity and harmony amongst locals who can and will make a difference with the words and actions they choose to make a better world and stand up against men and women who inflict violence of any kind against their partners and family. We celebrated the occasion with food and fun. The fun was provided by the footy match between Forbes High School and Parkes High School in which Forbes High School triumphed again winning 42-10. We look forward to hosting this event next year in Forbes. I take this opportunity to acknowledge our three female students who refereed this match with confidence, flare and professionalism – thank you Shanika Harpur, Tahlia Harpur and Jessica Ashcroft. Gratitude is extended to both our Deputy Principal Mr Daniel West and our Aboriginal Education Officer Mr Barry Merritt for coordinating the Boys’ Night In later that evening. I was proud to witness a group of boys and their fathers engage together with male staff at this event to consolidate our resolve to stand up against Domestic Violence and act as leaders in this change. I was humbled by the respect and maturity demonstrated by our students whilst they were confronted with difficult concepts and experiences. I genuinely was left in awe of them all. C-Moc North Parkes Mines remains a sponsor for this significant event and both Adam and Chase presented awards to our students who act as ambassadors for White Ribbon.

Forbes High School Newsletter

18 Wyndham Avenue, Forbes NSW 2871 T (02) 68522666 F (02) 68511071 E forbes-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Term 3 - Week 3 Friday, August 10, 2018 Part of the Lachlan Valley Community of Schools

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*Beanies For Brain

Cancer Day

*PBL Draw

*Mine Visit

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* Parent Teacher

Night

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* PBL State of Origin

Excursion

* White Ribbon

Guernsey

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* White Ribbon Cup

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* Semester 1

Academic Awards

Assembly

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* Profiles

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*Yr 6 Transition

* Homework Help

Page 9 *Reminders

*P&C News

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* Wellness Hub

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*Assessment

Calendar

*What’s On

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* Community News

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*Tell Them From Me

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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT cont. Parent Teacher Night (PTN) Success Out Term 3 PTN was a huge success thanks to our families and friends that came out on the night to collect Year 7-11 reports and engage in conversations about their children’s progress with our talented staff. The number of parents from last PTN to this event had almost doubled. The faculties showcased a sample of the students work. Hospitality students served great food and coffee through our newest asset ‘The food Van’ (yet to be officially named). The following parents won the lucky door prize, congratulation Anna Mraz, Melissa Cowan and Hannah Vonthien and the community voted Science as the best display on the night. Well done, Ms Edwards and the Science Team.

Semester One Assembly Celebrations It was a great occasion last week in which the local Mayor Graham Miller, P&C President Raewyn Molloy and Joanne Rath and Anne Bolton from Evolution mines who presented $15,000 worth of scholarships that were awarded to 5 students who finished Year 12 last year to go into further study at TAFE and University. I acknowledge the hard work of Maddie Cowan, Isobelle Herbert, Nicholas Mulligan, Tim Dukes and Baedon Isbester and congratulate their commitment to learning. Other students in the school were awarded prizes for their academic progress and their attendance. I encourage all students to be inspired by these student leaders of learning and aim to achieve your potential best.

Prize Donation for Attendance Awards We know there is a strong correlation between attendance at school and performance in learning. For this reason it is fitting to have an award for improvement in attendance. Lyn Ward representing the Forbes Neighbourhood Watch community visited the principal to donate $500 for two prizes each worth $250 to be awarded at visited the principal to donate $500 for two prizes each worth $250 to be awarded at Presentation Day to a Year 7 and Year 8 student progressing into the following year and demonstrating improved or strong attendance. The prize money will support the purchase of school supplies, uniform and access to school excursions. I encourage all students to strive for their highest personal achievement demonstrating care for self and others and work cooperatively with staff and parents to achieve your goals. This prize is committed to the school for 2018-2020. Thank you again, Forbes Neighbourhood Watch for the sponsorship.

BEANIES FOR BRAIN CANCER DAY

On Friday 29th June students and staff wore beanies to support the Mark Hughes Foundation with Beanie for Brain Cancer. Along with donations we sold bacon and egg rolls on the day, FHS beanies and had a lolly guessing competition. Congratulations to Claudia Cheney who was successful with the guessing competition, winning a massive container of lollies. The SRC handed out Beanie for Brain Cancer Purple slips for every student who wore a beanie, they then went into a draw to win a Mark Hughes beanie. Congratulations to winners Claire Maslin, Melissa Taylor, Iesha Sinclair, Emily Gartner. The day was very successful with our school raising about $400 for the foundation. It is not too late to go to https://beanie.markhughesfoundation.com.au/ to buy a beanie to support a great cause. Many more funds are needed to help with research to find a cure for brain cancer. Thank you to everyone for a successful fundraising day on Friday. Congratulations to the students who were the winners of the MHF Beanies. Top effort Forbes High.

Ms McConnell and the SRC

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PARENT TEACHER NIGHT

Thank you to all involved in the recent parent teacher night at Forbes High School. Semester 1 reports were handed out and staff created great displays for the many parents, carers and students who attended the night. The hospitality faculty provided lovely refreshments throughout the night that were enjoyed by all. The faculty display competition that was voted on by parents, carers and students was won by Science/Agriculture. The lucky door prizes were won by Anna Mraz, Melissa Cowan and Hannah Vonthien.

SEMESTER 1 PBL DRAW

Congratulations to both Savannah Bevan and Jessica Cole, the winners of the end of Semester 1 PBL draw.

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PBL STATE OF ORIGIN EXCURSION

On Sunday 23rd June 45 students were lucky to be taken to Sydney to watch the mighty NSW Blues take on QLD in the second State of Origin match. Much to Mr Bainbridge and Mr Byrnes’ disgust, NSW went away with a very successful and entertaining win. Our students got into the cheering spirit and enjoyed some donut, dagwood dogs, and great seats in the middle of the screaming NSW fans.

Credit goes to our Qld supports who were great sports and helped push the bus for the long trip home! A massive thank you to the staff that gave up their weekend to help make this excursion possible. Mrs Neville, Mrs Price, Ms Hall, Mr Merritt and Ms McConnell who all did an exceptional job, thank you for your commitment and enthusiasm in organising and taking our students to the game. Our 45 students were selected through exceptional behaviour and attendance, along with the other 150 students who were eligible. You guys rock and are continually displaying our school values of being respectful, responsible, honest and doing your best. Keep up this awesome effort and keep your eyes and ears peeled for the next exciting acknowledgement excursion which is brewing by the PBL Team. Ms McConnell and the PBL Team

C-MOC NORTH PARKES MINES CULTURAL HERITAGE TRAINING

On a recent visit to C-MOC North Parkes Mines, Forbes High School Indigenous Year 11 and 12 students were shown pathways into Aboriginal archaeology and how to identify Aboriginal culture still lying in the mines area. A big thank you to Ali, Chase and Uncle Rob Clegg for putting on such an amazing day.

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WHITE RIBBON CUP

On Monday 30th of July, students travelled to Parkes to cheer on the FHS team in the annual White Ribbon Cup match against Parkes High School. The aim of the day was to create awareness of domestic violence and to give our youth a chance to speak out in the community. Forbes were once again victorious, with an outstanding win of 42-10.

Charlie Staines was the recipient of the Louise

Cole Memorial Award, and Harrison Ford from

Parkes High School received the Oliver Carlisle

Memorial Award.

All students represented Forbes High School to a

high standard of which we are proud. We look

forward to defending the cup again next year on

home turf.

WHITE RIBBON CUP GUERNSEY

Recently Tessa Pymont was presented with her own White Ribbon Guernsey from a design she created for the Forbes High School White Ribbon Cup Team. Tessa based the design on the Aboriginal colours as a way to show respect for Aboriginal people as they play on their traditional land.

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SEMESTER 1 ACADEMIC AWARD

ASSEMBLY

Forbes High School recently held the Academic Award Assembly for Semester 1 2018. Students from all years were presented with awards to recognise their academic achievements for the first half of the year. Awards were presented by Year Advisors and members of the community. Georgia Palazzi did a wonderful job of providing entertainment for the assembly. Parents and Carers in attendance were treated to a lovely morning tea after the presentation.

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STUDENT PROFILE Name: Claire Maslin Year: 12 Do you have any nicknames? Claire Bear Do you have any brothers or sisters? 1 brother and 1 sister Hobbies or interests: Netball, camp drafting and team penning Favourite food: Chocolate What do you want to do when you leave school? Beautician Best book or movie: 8 Seconds Favourite subject: Community & Family Studies What are three things you can’t do without? Family, friends and horses

STAFF PROFILE Name: Daniel West Position at FHS: Deputy Principal Where did you attend High School? Forbes High How many years working at FHS? 15 What is your favourite past time? Fishing Best book or movie? Anything by Wilbur Smith What is your favourite food? Anything I don’t have to cook Best holiday destination? Canada What are three things you can’t do without? Family, coffee, air

FORBES HIGH SCHOOL WEBSITE The school website is constantly being updated with new photos, calendar dates and information. Visit www.forbes-h.schools.nsw.edu.au to find photos and information about our wonderful school.

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FORBES HIGH SCHOOL LEARNING LAB NOW HAS HOMEWORK HELP PROGRAM 5 DAYS A WEEK! Forbes High School is always looking for ways to support our students and help them succeed in school and in life. One way we have found we can do this is through a new program our Head Teacher Instructional Leader; Mrs Slack Smith has created within the school called the Homework Help Program. The program operates every lunchtime during the term in the Learning Lab. Students have access to computers and printers, as well as teacher support every day to help them with homework, assessments and exam preparation. If any families would like further information about the Homework Help Program at Forbes High School please feel free to contact Mrs Slack Smith at school on 68522666. Don’t forget the Homework Centre operates every Monday in the school library as well from 3:15pm-4:45pm during school term.

TRANSITION DATES FOR YEAR 6 In Term 3 and part of Term 4, Year 6 Primary School students will be attending transition workshops at Forbes High School.

DATE TRANSITION Week 1 Term 3 25/7

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s HSIE & English workshops

Week 3 Term 3 8/8

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s Drama & Agriculture workshops

Week 5 Term 3 22/8

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s Tech & Science workshops

Week 7 Term 3 5/9

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s Hospitality & Maths workshops

Week 9 Term 3 19/9

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s French & PDHPE workshops

Week 1 Term 4 17/10

Forbes North, Bedgerebong, St. Laurence’s Art & Music workshops

DATE TRANSITION Week 2 Term 3 1/8

Forbes Public, Eugowra HSIE & English workshops

Week 4 Term 3 15/8

Forbes Public, Eugowra Drama & Agriculture workshops

Week 6 Term 3 29/8

Forbes Public, Eugowra Tech & Science workshops

Week 8 Term 3 12/9

Forbes Public, Eugowra Hospitality & Maths workshops

Week 10 Term 3 26/9

Forbes Public, Eugowra French & PDHPE workshops

Week 2 Term 4 24/10

Forbes Public, Eugowra Art & Music workshops

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INDIVIDUAL HEALTH CARE PLANS- REMINDER On your student enrolment forms it has been identified that your son/daughter has a health condition, all outstanding health forms were either posted home or sent home with your son/daughter. If the health condition no longer exists can you please contact the front office on 68522666 or return the forms with details on your son/daughter condition. Thank you

High expectations and

excellence in learning,

teaching and leading.

P&C NEWS The Forbes High School P&C will be holding their next meeting on Tuesday 14 August. All welcome to attend. The email address is: forbeshigpc@gmail.com .

Meeting dates are held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Forbes Services Memorial Club, commencing at 6pm. Upcoming dates for P&C meetings for 2018 are: Tuesday 11 September Tuesday 13 November Tuesday 11 December- Christmas party Raewyn Molloy (P&C President)

PBL WEEKLY AWARDS- TERM 2 WEEK 9, TERM 3 WEEKS 1 & 2

Congratulations to the following students: William Wallace, Eliza Fahey, Kendi-Lee Morley-Diggins, Ryan Girot, Aleesha Saville, Jessica Ashcroft, Mark Cobb, Bianca Lincoln, Jaylin Ware, Georgia Cole, Sam Taylor and Jazlyn Sauer, Emma Casey, Lilly Walsh, Beau Dukes-Rankmore, Emily Gartner and Sophie Piper on receiving recognition during the last three weeks for consistently displaying our school values of being Responsible, Respectful, Honest and Doing your Best. Well done everyone!

Thank you Forbes High School would like to acknowledge the ongoing support of our student programs from Woolworths Supermarket and Evolution Mining Cowal. Without these partners many programs at Forbes High would not be able to run.

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ASSESSMENT CALENDAR- Students must seek confirmation of specific days and times assessments are due in each

week from their teacher in relation to individual assessment tasks. This is only a general reminder for students and families.

YEAR

GROUP TERM 3 WEEK4 WEEK 5 WEEK 6 WEEK 7

YEAR 7 PDHPE Geo Model

Science SRP LOTE Design Task

English Task 3 Maths Group Task Music Rotation 2

YEAR 8

History Project

LOTE Design Task Maths Visual Arts Rotation 2

English Task 3 Music Rotation 2 Science SRP

YEAR 9 Maths

Geography Diorama LOTE

Science Research Task PDHPE

YEAR 10 Science PDHPE

PDHPE English History PDHPE

YEAR 11 Industrial Technology - MM Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation

Business Studies Chemistry Certificate II in Construction Primary Industries

Biology Advanced English Standard English Legal Studies Work Studies

Ancient History English Studies

YEAR 12 Primary Industries

Trial HSC

WHAT’S ON @ FORBES HIGH SCHOOL

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COMMUNITY NEWS

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FREE Gideon Bibles

If you would like your child/ren to receive a Free Gideon Bible please contact Alan Baker on 6852 1746.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Forbes High School P&C

BINGO SPECTACULAR

Sunday 16 September 2018 2.00 – 4.00pm

Forbes Services Memorial Club Templar Street, Forbes

20 Games - $20

ASSISTANCE TO ENSURE OUR BINGO EVENT

IS A SUCCESS AND MUCH NEEDED FUNDS

ARE RAISED TO ASSIST OUR STUDNETS

WITH THE COSTS OF ATTENDING

SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR 2018.

YOU CAN HELP IN ANY OR ALL OF THE

FOLLOWING WAYS:

BRING YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY TO

THE BINGO EVENT

DONATION OF GOODS OR SERVICES

SUITABLE FOR PRIZES; e.g. Gift

Voucher, Gift Basket, Professional

Services Voucher, Plants etc

DONATION OF NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS

FOR GROCERY HAMPER AND PICK – A-

BOX; e.g. Tin foods, Sauces, etc.

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Tell Them From Me I am delighted that this term, our school, like many other public schools in the state, will participate in a Department

of Education initiative: the Tell Them From Me student feedback survey. The survey measures factors that are known

to affect academic achievement and other student outcomes. The focus of the NSW-wide survey is on student

wellbeing, engagement and effective teaching practices.

You may remember that our students also participated in a Tell Them From Me student survey in Term 1 this year.

Asking students to complete the survey twice in one year allows us to identify trends in student responses as well as

track engagement and motivation across the school year.

The survey is a great opportunity for our students to provide us with valuable and quick feedback on what they think

about school life, how engaged they are with school and the different ways that teachers interact with them. More

than 6,300 schools in Australia and around the world have used Tell Them From Me to survey 5.4 million students.

Capturing the voices of our students will help improve how we do things at our school.

More information about the survey is available at: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au

I want to assure you that the survey is confidential. The survey is conducted online and will typically take less than 30

minutes to complete. It will be administered during school hours between 27 August and 26 October. Participating in

the survey is entirely voluntary.

A consent form will be sent home with students prior to the survey. If you do not want your child or children to

participate, please return the form to school. Copies of the form and FAQs are available from:

http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au/information-for-parents.

The consent form and FAQs are available in 23 languages.

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