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www.pennanthil-h.schools.nsw.edu.au @PennantHillsHS Pennant Hills High School

JUMBUNNA

Fortnightly Newsletter of

Pennant Hills High School

Friday 15 May 2015 Term 2 Week 04B

Pennant Hills High School is entering a team—Penno Pacers—in this year’s Hills Relay for Life. This overnight event will take place between 9.30am on Saturday 16 May and 9.30am on Sunday 17 May 2015 at Centenary of ANZAC Reserve, Wrights Road, Castle Hill. Throughout the 24-hour period, teams will walk in shifts—at least one member from each team is to be walking at any given time—to raise much-needed funds for the Cancer Council, in support of local programs to help defeat cancer. It is also an opportunity to recognise and celebrate local cancer survivors, patients and carers, and to honour and remember loved ones lost to cancer.

In support of our team, the school held a very successful MUFTI Day on Friday 8 May 2015, raising a total of $1600.25. Students and staff embraced the invitation to donate a gold coin and add a touch of purple to their outfits, and lunchtime saw long queues waiting to purchase a sausage sandwich or themed cupcake, and to take their turn in the ‘lollies in the jar’ guessing competition.

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Mr Geoff Wing Principal

Mr Brendan O’Byrne Deputy Principal

Miss Amanda De Carli Deputy Principal

Laurence Street, Pennant Hills NSW 2120

P: 9473 5000 F: 9473 5099 E: [email protected]

W: www.pennanthil-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

IN SUPPORT OF THE CANCER COUNCIL

HILLS RELAY FOR LIFE 16–17 May 2015


LOOKING FORWARD

Term 2 2015

Saturday 16 May—Sunday 17 May

HILLS RELAY FOR LIFE — ’Penno Pacers’ Supporting the Cancer Council.

Walkers, supporters and sponsors welcome. See page 6 for more information.

Week 5A

Monday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday Friday

18 May 18 May 20 May 21 May 22 May 22 May

Sports Leadership Program Boys U15 CHS KO Football School Athletics Carnival (postponed from 6 May) Science GATS Linkages Program Year 10 SALSA Training Day Boys U15 KO AFL Tournament

Week 6B

Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Friday

25 May 26 May 26 May 27 May 28 May 28 May 28 May 29 May 29 May 29 May

Big Science Competition Year 8 Brainstorm Productions P&C Meeting—7.30pm in the Library Back-up Date (2) for School Athletics Carnival Year 7 Vaccinations—HPV, DTP, Chicken Pox Year 11 and 12 Vaccinations—MMR Catch-up Science GATS Linkages Program Fearless HSC Seminar Year 10 Agriculture to Camden EEC, Belgenny Farm Year 10 Careers Expo

ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR YEAR 11 - Term 2 2015

Week 5A

Monday 18 May Music 1: Topic 2 Composition and Arrangement

Week 6B

Monday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

25 May 25 May 26 May 27 May

Hospitality Work Placement (ALL WEEK) Society and Culture: Mini Personal Interest Project—Hand in task Modern History: Historical Investigation—Research Task & Presentation Economics: Assessment Task

Week 7A

Monday Wednesday Wednesday

1 June 3 June 3 June

ESL: Poetry Task Physics: Assessment Task 2 Biology: Assessment Task 2 - Part 1

Week 8B

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Friday Friday Friday Friday

9 June 10 June 10 June 10 June 12 June 12 June 12 June 12 June

PDHPE: Assessment Task Hospitality: Assessment Task Advanced English: Composition on Othello Standard English: Viewing and Listening Geography: Assessment Task (hand in) French Beginners: Assessment Task French Continuers: Assessment Task Ancient History: Research and Oral Presentation

ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR YEAR 12 - Term 2 2015

Week 5A

Friday 22 May IPT: Major Project—Final Solution

Week 6B

Wednesday 27 May Society and Culture: In-class Essay

Week 7A

Monday Monday Tuesday Friday

1 June 1 June 2 June 5 June

Construction Work Placement (ALL WEEK) History Extension: Major Research Project Chemistry: Assessment Task Mathematics 2U: Assessment Task

Week 8B

Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday

9 June 9 June 10 June 11 June 11 June

Agriculture: Assessment Task Biology: Assessment Task Engineering Studies: Transport/Aeronautical Task Mathematics General 2: Assessment Task Mathematics Extension 2: Assessment Task


PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Working Towards the HSC Examinations This term is a very hectic time for our Year 12 students as they complete important school assessments and prepare for the Trial HSC examinations, which begin early next term. It is usually around this stage of Year 12 when HSC students across the state feel mounting pressure that comes from

having to complete important assessment tasks, attend classes, and at the same time, find time to study in preparation for the trial exams.

The school has a range of structures in place to assist students as they progress towards the HSC examinations in October. It is very important that Year 12 students and parents seek assistance from school staff should it be necessary. This may include speaking to Year 12 Adviser, Mrs Leadbitter; School Counsellor, Mrs Grunsell; Deputy Principal supporting Year 12, Mr O’Byrne; Head Teacher Student Wellbeing, Mrs Campbell; myself; or any of our Head Teachers and teachers. It is also important that those who are participating in the ‘10% On Top’ mentoring program continue to work with their teacher mentors during this term.

Any student who is feeling overwhelmed or anxious during this term or next should seek immediate support from parents, family and the school. I ask that parents contact the school when issues arise so that we can work together to find a solution to the problem. Impact of Change At the recent Years 7 and 8 Parent–Teacher interviews, Year 7 parents who are new to our school commented to me about how busy our school is each day. The parents spoke glowingly of the wonderful curriculum enrichment programs that we run, and of their amazement at the dedication of teachers and other staff in offering such a broad curriculum.

I am always conscious of the increasing pressure on schools, especially comprehensive high schools such as ours, and these comments prompted me to reflect further on some of the extra calls on the time of teachers that they are asked to accommodate. Just this week, there was media attention which focused on the increasing demands on teachers. This again highlighted for me the fact that, despite all of the changes that are impacting on us, Pennant Hills High School continues to provide a very broad range of enrichment activities beyond the classroom.

In my Principal’s Report for the Week 10 edition of Jumbunna in May 2012, I wrote, ‘We are undoubtedly entering a period of enormous change in education in NSW over the coming years.’ Now, three years later, some of the major reforms that are impacting on us include: Australian Curriculum implementation; Strategic Planning 2015–17; Performance and Development Framework for Teachers; Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD); the School Excellence Framework; Stage 3 of Learning Management and Business Reform (LMBR); Local Schools, Local Decisions; Every Student, Every School; Australian Professional Standards for Teachers; Great Teaching Inspired Learning; BOSTES new accreditation systems; the introduction of BYOD following the end of the Digital Education Revolution program; and many more initiatives of a lesser nature, but which will still impact on schools. While members of our staff work conscientiously on the implementation of these compulsory ongoing agendas, we continue to remain firmly focused each day on our core business of providing the best possible educational opportunities for our students.

Annual School Report The 2014 Annual School Report is now available on the school website. The report outlines the many programs offered at our school last year, as well as showcasing the many successes and achievements of our students and staff. I thank the members of the Annual School Report Team for their efforts in producing such an excellent overview of our school’s programs.

Strategic Plan 2015–2017 We have also placed the School Plan for the next three years on our website. This plan was developed over the past nine months following extensive consultation with parents, students and staff.

Parent–Teacher Evenings So far this year, there have been two evenings during which parents have had the opportunity to discuss with teachers the progress of their child/ren in Years 7, 8, 11 and 12. The remaining interviews for Years 9 and 10 will be held on Wednesday 22 July (Term 3, Week 2). It is very important that parents discuss with class teachers any notification they have received regarding unsatisfactory progress in a course. This allows us to work with parents and students to resolve issues that, if not addressed, may compromise a student’s attainment of an important credential. I also remind all parents that teachers will respond as soon as possible to enquiries made at times other than parent–teacher interviews. On that same evening (22 July 2015), at 7.00pm, we will also hold the important information session in the MPC for parents and Year 10 students who are preparing to select courses of study for Stage 6 (Years 11 and 12).

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Special thanks to Charlene Stewart who has dedicated boundless energy, time and enthusiasm to establishing the Penno Pacers team and sourcing support from the school community and beyond. We are also grateful to our online sponsors whose donations are already fast approaching $1000. With funds already raised, combined with further online donations and the proceeds of a silent auction and other fund-raisers to be held during the Relay, we are hoping to achieve, and perhaps even exceed, our target of $5000. And the good news continues … it’s not too late to support this very worthy cause. Information on how to sponsor our team can be found on page 7 of this edition of Jumbunna and, if you would like to join the Penno Pacers, there will be an opportunity to register at the venue on Saturday. Our Relay walkers would also love to have visitors call by the tent during the event, especially overnight, when their spirits and energy levels may well need a boost.

There are many people to thank for making the MUFTI day such a success: our P&C Association who donated the sausages; Pennant Hills Bakery and Brumby’s Thornleigh who each donated 10 loaves of bread; members of our SRC who worked tirelessly in setting up and running the sausage sizzle; and Chloe and her mum who made and donated 128 cupcakes, all decorated in the Relay for Life theme.

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IN SUPPORT OF THE CANCER COUNCIL

H I L L S R E L AY F O R L I F E 16–17 May 2015

School Fees and Voluntary Contributions Thank you to the families who have already paid compulsory subject fees, and who have assisted the school by making additional voluntary contributions and P&C donations for their child. The school will soon send reminders to parents for outstanding amounts. Your assistance in making these payments as soon as possible will be appreciated, as this will allow us to meet our commitments to suppliers and to purchase required resources and equipment. PARTY Program (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth)

Another group of our Year 11 students participated recently in a one-day program at Royal North Shore Hospital. The program included a seminar on the effects and consequences of serious head trauma, both incidental and intentional; the risks associated with driving whilst distracted or intoxicated; and the processes and benefits associated with organ donation. Students were taken on a tour of the hospital, which included a visit to both the Emergency Unit and ICU wards, where students saw the equipment used to treat injuries of varying degrees of severity. The students also participated in interactive sessions with some of the allied health care staff, such as physiotherapists, nutritionists and occupational therapists who work at the hospital. A number of our Year 11 students have spoken with me about the value of the program. I thank Mr Symons for his organisation of the excursion and support of this initiative. Hills Relay for Life We are proud to have entered a team—Penno Pacers—in this year’s Hills Relay for Life in support of the NSW Cancer Council. Congratulations to all of our team members who will walk in shifts throughout the 24-hour relay. The funds raised will support local programs to help defeat cancer.

I wish to acknowledge the tireless efforts of PDHPE teacher, Mrs Charlene Stewart, who initiated our school’s participation in this year’s event, and thank her for the many hours she has devoted to the efficient organisation and management of our team. Geoff Wing Principal

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MONSTER SUCCESS FOR FORMER STUDENTS

Two Pennant Hills High School graduates—Adam Little (2002) and Marianne McAllister (2003)—are chasing success on the international app stores. Their app, FlingMonster, was recently launched internationally, attempting to be the first successful contender to the Angry Birds slingshot genre. FlingMonster is a game app set in the fictional world of Planet X, where players must use various monster abilities to defend against the invading miners.

Adam and Marianne have spent the past 18 months developing a physics game engine to produce high quality games to compete on the international stage. Adam said, ‘If it wasn’t for the care and commitment I received whilst studying Visual Arts and Design at Pennant Hills High School, we would never be in this wonderful position.’

USED CLOTHING POOL

We are currently unable to meet a growing demand for junior girls’ winter tunics.

Do you have a junior girls’ winter tunic hanging in a cupboard at home because its

wearer has grown up and left it behind?

Donations of junior girls’ winter tunics or any other freshly laundered uniform items in

good condition would be very welcome.

Items for the Used Clothing Pool may be handed in at the school office between

8.00am and 3.45pm on school days.

SOCIAL SCIENCES Following nomination by class teachers, ‘happy letters’ were sent to the parents/caregivers of the students listed below in acknowledgement of their efforts in Social Sciences subjects during Term 1. We congratulate these students for the high level of commitment and/or standard of achievement they have demonstrated in the subject, and hope that this acknowledgement will spur them on to continued success in the future.

Year 8 Geography

Emily, Max, Mohammed, Oscar, Clyde, Henry.

Year 9 Commerce

Elizabeth, Alison, Nicholas.

Year 9 Geography

Leon, Samuel, Joshua, Thanya, Sophie, Dongchan, Kirkpatrick, Maegan, Daniel, Ishan, Dylan. Year 10 Commerce - Chen Fong.

Year 10 Geography

Jerome, Hamish, Jacob, Dylan, Chontelle, June, Chen Fong, Aimee, Shannon, Holly, Carmen.

Year 11 Business Studies

David, Charlotte, Tayla, Hannah, Kelly.

Year 11 Economics

Conor, Jacqueline, Eliza-Jane, Tayla, Jack.

Year 11 Geography

Matthew, Lucinda, Andrew, Charlotte, Grace, Eliza-Jane, Jack.

Year 11 Legal Studies

Eliza-Jane, Jenna-Leigh, Jack.

Year 12 Business Studies

Maddison, Tahnia, Christopher, Kian, Monica.

Year 12 Economics

Timothy, Kian.

Year 12 Legal Studies

Darian, Miriam, Hamish, Max, Monica, Breanna. Year 7 HSIE (Geography) – will receive ‘happy letters’ at the end of Semester 1. Fiona Ackerman Acting Head Teacher Social Sciences

ANNUAL SCHOOL REPORT 2014

Pennant Hills High School Annual School Report for 2014 is available on the school’s website.

Any parent or community member who is unable to access the Report on the website may collect a printed copy from the school office.


SPORT SHORTS Athletics Carnival The Annual School Athletics Carnival will be held on Wednesday 20 May 2015 at Pennant Hills Park, comprising a full program of track and field events. It is a normal school day, and all students are expected to attend.

Congratulations Daniel was selected in the Boys Senior NSW All

Schools Cricket team which will play in in the United Kingdom. This is an exceptional achievement, and we hope that Daniel will enjoy this incredible experience.

Patrick will compete in the 200m individual medley and 100m backstroke in the NSW All Schools Swimming Carnival.

James and Luke enjoyed success in the CHS and All Schools Sailing competitions, winning silver in their division at CHS and bronze at the All Schools.

Lini was selected to play for the Sydney North Basketball team in the recent NSW CHS tournament, where she was also selected in the CHS team.

Hugo , Declan and Cameron were selected to play for the Sydney North-West Rugby Union team in the NSW CHS tournament.

Tom was selected to play in the Open Boys Sydney North Basketball team, which reached the semi-finals in the NSW CHS tournament.

Our Girls Handball team also reached the semi-finals at the recent NSW CHS state tournament.

Valmé Kruger Sport Coordinator

‘PENNO’ PRAYER MEETING

Mums, Dads and Grandparents, come and join

us as we pray for ‘Penno’ staff and students.

2nd and 4th Friday of each month during term

from 8.45am to 9.15am

Please meet at Public Reception.

Enquiries: Kim Allan on 0410 548 350.

Annual

School Music Festival

Wednesday 17 June 2015

Pennant Hills High School MPC

Showcasing our school ensembles, choir, Concert Band 1, Concert Band 2, Junior Stage Band, Big Band, Year 12 soloists and local primary school bands.

Concert 1 - 5:30pm

Concert 2 - 7:00pm

Entry: $5 donation per family

All proceeds will go towards our

Grand Piano Fund.

Refreshments will be available for purchase on the day.

SCHOOL BLAZERS WANTED

We currently have several parents seeking to purchase second-hand blazers for their children

who are members of our school bands.

Do you have a school blazer that your child no longer needs?

Our Band Assistant, Anne Bassett, would be happy to put you in touch with parents wishing to purchase a blazer.

Please contact Anne if you are able to help. [email protected]

SAY ‘NO’ TO BULLYING The National Day of Action Against Bullying, held on 20 March 2015, provided a great opportunity to raise community awareness of such an important social issue. Associated with this event, Interrelate’s Anti-Bullying Poster Competition drew thousands of entries from across the state. Congratulations to Year 8 student, Elisa, whose entry was highly commended. The competition encouraged young people to relate to the scenario of their friend being bullied and consider how they could make a difference by stopping the bullying rather than being a passive bystander. Originally targeting primary school students, this year’s competition attracted such strong interest in the high school section that the organisers plan to introduce a separate event for high schools in the future.


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For more information, contact Fiona Ackerman Phone 9473 5000 - Email [email protected]

2015 HILLS RELAY FOR LIFE

Please join us walking for this fantastic cause

Parents, siblings and friends are all welcome!

TO REGISTER FOR THE WALK ($20 per person):

Online registrations are now closed. However, you can still join our team

at the venue on Saturday morning.

TO MAKE A DONATION (tax deductible): www.relayforlife.org.au

Relay for Life Registration Donate Search for a Team Penno Pacers

Penno Pacers Team Organiser Charlene Stewart

[email protected] or 9473 5000

More information about the event www.relayforlife.org.au

9.30am - Saturday 16 May to

9.30am - Sunday 17 May

Centenary of ANZAC Reserve Wrights Road, Castle Hill

SCHOOL ZONE PARKING - A REMINDER FROM HORNSBY SHIRE COUNCIL - Rules relating to driving and parking around schools are designed to provide a level of protection for students at all times, but especially at ’peak’ periods immediately before and after school hours. The following information is provided by Hornsby Shire Council to assist drivers in keeping our children safe.

NO PARKING

Drivers may stop in this zone to drop off or pick up passengers or goods for a maximum of two minutes.

The driver MUST remain in or within three metres of the vehicle at all times.

The vehicle must not be left unattended.

If times of operation are shown on the sign, the restriction only applies during the times shown.

No Parking zones can also be used to drop off and pick up children.

NO STOPPING

Stopping is not permitted at any time.


BUS ZONES

Drivers are not permitted to stop within a bus zone at any time.


DOUBLE PARKING

Drivers are not permitted to stop or park between the centre of the road and another vehicle that is parked at the side of the road.

Double parking decreases visibility for motorists and pedestrians, and significantly reduces road safety around schools.

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CAREERS @ PENNANT HILLS HIGH Create Your Career Evening (3 June) Registrations are now open - whatson.unsw.edu.au

The evening offers students the opportunity to hear from industry leaders about careers in: Accounting and Business Management; Actuarial Studies; Finance and Banking; Marketing; Information Systems and Technology; and Engineering. UNSW Co-op Scholarship applications are now open. Visit www.unsw.edu.au for more information. Student/Parent Information Evenings The following universities will be holding information evenings for students and parents about the options that they present for students, and ways to help them get into university. Dates are: 6 May – University of Wollongong (UOW) at

Campbelltown Catholic Club 7 May – UOW at Penrith Panthers 12 May – Charles Sturt Uni (CSU) Bathurst – ICT 20 May – Macquarie University 20 May – Sydney University at Revesby Workers 21 May – CSU Bathurst – Psychology 28 May – CSU Albury – Community Health 28 May – CSU Bathurst, Accounting and Business 2 June – UWS Day – Parramatta Campus UTS Bachelor of Accounting Co-Op Scholarship The closing date for Round 1 is Friday 5 June 2015. Students need to apply online prior to the closing date: www.bachelorofaccounting.com

Applicants to the UTS BAcc course will need to ask their high school to provide them with a supporting letter which they will need to submit with their online application. Interested students are encouraged to attend the Information Evening on Tuesday 19 May, commencing at 7.30pm at UTS. Bookings required: [email protected] UTS Bachelor of Information Technology Co-op Scholarship The closing date for Round 1 is Friday 19 June 2015. This scholarship is valued at around $46,500 over three years, and has a record of ensuring future employment prospects for graduates. Information and advice is available from BIT scholars through the website www.uts.ac/BIT-apply or facebook at facebook.com/UTS.BIT Transition Careers Expo 2015 This annual event is for senior students and school leavers with disabilities. The local NDCO and a university representative will talk about how high school leavers can best prepare for university.

At the Transition Careers EXPO, service providers representing employment, further education, day services and community support groups, will provide information about: Options for school leavers, including ADHC post-

school programs: Specialist employment services (DES) and

support; Further education and training - TAFE or university; Community support services and agencies; Recreation and leisure options; Residential and respite care services and

parent/carer support networks; and Therapy and support services.

L’école Hôtelière de Lausanne Information Night This premier Swiss hospitality school is coming to Sydney to introduce the world of hospitality and to outline the exciting international career opportunities in this dynamic industry. They will be holding an Information Night at Redlands College, 272 Military Road Cremorne, from 6.30pm on Thursday 28 May 2015. For information contact Ms Salier, Careers Adviser at Redlands College on 9909 3133.

Study in Victoria Year 11 and 12 students and their parents are invited to learn about the application processes and study options available in Victoria. An information evening will be held from 5.30pm—7.30pm on Monday 25 May 2015 at Monte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College, 128 Miller Street North Sydney. Bookings essential: www.trybooking.com/HRLW

Meet the Business Leader Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand is providing students with an opportunity to meet some of the most successful professionals from across Australia to answer questions about the world of business, including useful information about cadetships, skills development, and study options. The session will be held in the Crystal Ballroom, Luna Park from 5.00pm—8.00pm on Wednesday 20 May 2015.

The event is free, but registration is required: charteredaccountantsanz.com/MTBLNSW

Upcoming School Lunchtime Presentations Representatives from a number of tertiary education providers will be visiting the school during lunchtimes to inform Year 11 and 12 students of some of the options available to them. The current schedule is: 20 May AIE 27 May Avondale College 3 June Australian Catholic University 10 June Defence Force Recruiting 17 June University of New South Wales 24 June Bedford College

Ashley Symons Careers Adviser

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P&C Meeting Dates for 2015

26 May

23 June - 25 August - 27 October

24 November (followed by AGM)

7.30pm in the School Library

All parents and caregivers are most welcome to attend these meetings, which provide the wider school community with a forum for discussion as we work together with staff to sustain and further develop the best possible learning environment for our students. The discussions are complemented by presentations from staff, focussing on various aspects of education and, in particular, what is on offer at Pennant Hills High School.

CAPA FESTIVAL 2015

DRAMA Tuesday 11 August

HSC Drama ‘Family and Friends Night’

Drama Studio 203

MUSIC Wednesday 12 August

Stage 6 Soirée MPC - 7.00pm

VISUAL ARTS Wednesday 12 August

VA Exhibition MPC - 11.00am–3.00pm

Thursday 13 August VA Exhibition

MPC - 9.00am–3.00pm

Friday 14 August VA Exhibition

MPC - 9.00am–8.30pm Official Opening - 7.00pm


Craig Taylor – 0414 754 563

[email protected]

53 Thorn Street, Pennant Hills Sold for $1,285,000 – New Street Record

37 George Street, Pennant Hills Sold for $985,000

1 Eddy Street, Thornleigh

Sold for $1,463,000 – New Street Record

174 Quarter Sessions Road, Westleigh Sold for $1,220,000

Thinking of selling your property? We want to help you and

Pennant Hills High School.

As a parent of a current student at Pennant Hills High School, I will not only ensure you get

the best possible result, I will also personally donate $500 to the school if you refer a listing

or list and sell your property with me at ALLEN & SHEPPARD.

Recent Sales by the team at Allen & Sheppard

mailto:[email protected]


COMMUNITY NOTICES AND CONTACTS

COMING EVENTS Pennant Hills Public School Fete: Sunday 24 May 2015 from 10.00am—3.00pm (rain, hail or shine) Rides, Craft Corner, Toys, Cakes, Games, Plants, Lollies, White Elephant, Pre-loved Clothes and Books. Infants Site (Trebor Road, Pennant Hills). All-day ride bracelets $30 each at the gate.

Workshop for Parents and Carers of Learner Drivers: Thursday 28 May 2015 from 6.30pm—8.30pm Presented by Hornsby Shire Council in conjunction with Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) Hornsby Shire Council Chambers Building, 296 Peats Ferry Road, Hornsby. Bookings essential: 9847 6856

Murray Farm Cracker Carnival: Saturday 30 May 2015 from 2.00pm—8.00pm (Fireworks at 7.00pm) Murray Farm Public School, Tracey Avenue, Carlingford. Gold coin donation on entry. Rides—$5.00 each or 5 for $20.00 or unlimited rides armband for $30.00.

University of Sydney 1000 Norms Project is seeking children aged 3–17 to participate in this fun and educational family activity. The program is ongoing until September 2015, but each participant is only required to attend one 2—3 hour assessment at the University of Sydney Lidcombe campus. The assessment involves basic physical tests, e.g. walking, balancing, jumping. Results will contribute to a study of how physical ability changes across the lifespan. Information: sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/research/1000-norms.shtml or phone Marnee or Jen on 9036 7435.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

Rotary Youth Exchange: the opportunity of a lifetime for young Australians currently in Year 9 or 10. Expand your horizons with a year on Rotary Exchange. Discover a different culture - www.rotaryyouthexchange.net.au

Southern Cross Cultural Exchange www.scce.com.au or 1800 500 051.

LATTITUDE AUSTRALIA Volunteering and gap year placements for U/25s - www.lattitude.org.au or (03) 9826 6266

Student Exchange Australia NZ www.studentexchange.org.au or 9997 0700. Information Night: Wednesday 6 May.

World Education Program Australia (WEP) www.wep.org.au or 1300 884 733.

Australian Institute of International Understanding (AIIU) www.aiiu.om.au or 1800 174 407 - program costs apply.

Lions Youth Exchange Program for 17-21 year olds - www.lionsclubs.org.au/ye

STS Student Exchange www.sts-education.com.au or 1800 263 964

AFS Intercultural Programs Australia www.afs.org.au or 1800 023 982

RECREATION AND SPORTING GROUPS Northern District Hockey Association: www.ndhockey.com.au or phone 0419 299 808 (Adrian) or 0438 119 729 (Robert) U5—U9 ‘Minkey’. U11, U13 and U15 mixed junior comp. Play on a world class artificial turf facility at Pennant Hills Park.

West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Football Club: www.wphcfc.net.au

Rugby Connect—Trytons: is a Rugby Union program developed for boys and girls with special needs between the ages of 5—17 years. The season is run by Sydney Junior Rugby with the assistance of the Australian Rugby Union and NSW Rugby. Please contact Matt Kellahan [email protected] or phone 9323 3407.

Hills Hawks Softball: All ages 4-adult welcome - www.hillshawks.softball.org.au or phone Hazel - 0414 474 461

Pennant Hills District Cricket Club: (15 years and over) pennanthillscricket.com.au

North Sydney Girls Cricket Association: www.nsgca.nsw.cricket.com.au/

Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Rugby League Club: www.pennostags.com or 0418 677 511 (Ross Ruhan). All ages.

Beecroft Cherrybrook Junior Rugby Union Club: www.beecroftjuniors.com.au or phone Nicola 0402 677 180.

Cherrybrook Table Tennis Club: 0412 520 854 - Enjoy social and competition table tennis.

Sydney Zodiacs Youth Dragon Boat Club: www.dbnsw.org.au or [email protected] or 0410 655 764

Epping RSL Golden Kangaroos Marching Band: www.gks.org.au or 9868 3289

Northern Sydney Youth Orchestra: for young musicians. Not-for-profit organisation. http://www.nsyo.org.au Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Strings Orchestra. Weekly rehearsals at Beecroft on Wednesdays.

2nd/3rd Pennant Hills Scout Group: 0408 121 690 (Greg Smithson) - Tuesdays (7-11) and Wednesdays (10-15).

Pennant Hills Girl Guides: 0438 284 592 (Fiona) - Mondays - Guides (10-14) 5:30-7:30pm; Senior Guides (14-18) 7-9pm.

Hornsby District Athletics (children aged 4–17): Saturday mornings at Pennant Hills Park www.hdlac.org.au

Cherrybrook Athletics Club (children aged 5–16): Friday nights 5.45pm–8.00pm www.cherrybrookathletics.org.au

Taiko Drumming (a blend of choreography, drumming, movement and music for everyone): www.taikoz.com

St Agatha’s Youth Group: for students from Years 7 to 9 - www.stagatha.org.au or 0409 847 208 (Laura)

West Pennant Hills Netball: www.westpennanthills.netball.asn.au/ or http://www.facebook.com/WPHNC ‘Netta’ 7—9 years; Junior 10—15 years; Senior 16 years and above.

Thornleigh Softball: All games played at Galston. Contact Sharon—0407 442 402. www.thornleighsports.org.au/softball

Cherrybrook United Netball Club: Games played at Pennant Hills Park. Modified ‘Net Set Go’ (5—9) Friday evenings; Juniors (10—15) Saturday mornings; Seniors (16—open) Saturday afternoons. Phone Keryn on 0412 693 224

Castle Hill BMX Club: Fred Caterson Reserve, Castle Hill. Facebook: facebook.com/castlehillbmx President: Michael 0404 093 303. Email: [email protected]


COMMUNITY NOTICES AND CONTACTS HELPERS NEEDED Foster families needed: Department of Family and Community Services - 8303 7644 Carers can be singles, couples, with or without children, and from any cultural background.

Foster carers needed: Key Assets NSW, a dynamic not-for-profit foster care provider - 8336 5700 Providing high quality and innovative family placements for children and young people with varying needs.

Volunteer with Easy Care Gardening: www.easycaregardening.org.au or 9983 1644 (Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai)

Bilingual Volunteers Needed: City of Sydney Meals on Wheels - For more information, phone 8512 4230.

Lifeline Telephone Volunteers needed: It’s never too late to make a difference … or to learn new skills. Join a team of volunteers on the crisis support line based at Gordon. Training is comprehensive and ongoing support is provided for all volunteer counsellors. More information: 9498 8805 or [email protected]

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND SUPPORT Free adult Literacy and Numeracy classes—Meadowbank TAFE: 9942 3572. Reading, writing and speaking.

Free English courses for adult migrants - www.ames.edu.au: Classes at Hornsby, Chatswood and Eastwood.

English Classes—Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm—9.00pm during school terms. Cost $3.00 per week. West Pennant Hills Community Church, 41–43 Eaton Road, West Pennant Hills. Information and to register: 9872 4200.

The Kids Are All Right Website for parents of Australian teenagers. For articles on teenagers plus a forum for parents of teens, go to www.thekidsareallright.com.au.

Tertiary Scholarships for children and grandchildren of Ex-Service Men and Women: Students selected on merit. Information and applications: www.avcat.org.au or phone 9213 7999 or 1800 620 361 (voicemail)

Jack’s Youth Café at Hornsby (run by Fusion Sydney North): 5 Jersey Street Hornsby (a short walk from the station). After school activities for students in a safe environment, Tuesdays-Fridays 3.00pm-6.00pm. Phone: 9477 1110.

Ability Options: a FREE service helping people with a disability into the job that’s right for them. More information: abilityoptions.org.au or contact Caroline Krix on 8811 1717 or [email protected]

Ability Links: supporting people with a disability, their families and carers to achieve their goals in life. For more information phone 8830 0768 or email [email protected]

Foster Care Association NSW Inc: Providing advocacy, support and information to foster carers. www.fcansw.org.au or phone 4987 1847

Healthy Kids FREE Parent e-zine: important nutrition information and great recipes: www.healthy-kids.com.au

Enrol to Vote: If you are an Australian citizen who is 18 years of age or older, you must vote at all elections. Check if you’re enrolled at www.votensw.info, enrol to vote at www.aec.gov.au or phone 1300 135 736

Uniting Care Northmead: 8839 5107 - Workshops and counselling for parents. Phone for more information.

TOUGHLOVE: 1300 856 830 - Parents helping parents to deal with problems of unacceptable adolescent behaviour.

Parenting Education for Mums, Dad and Carers: www.nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au/caparenting Information and education provided by NSW Health - Northern Sydney Central Coast.

Centacare Broken Bay: 9488 2523 - Advice and support for parents.

Depression Support Group: 1300 794 991. Hornsby RSL - first Sunday of each month. Run by Association of Relative and Friends of the Mentally Ill.

Parent Line: www.parentline.org.au or 1300 1300 52 - Free professional service 24 hours every day.

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 - Free confidential service 24 hours every day.

Mission Australia: Email [email protected] or 9482 1366 - Free counselling and support service.

Single With Children: www.singlewithchildren.com.au or 1300 300 496 Non-profit social group providing exciting activities for single parents and their children.

Sydney Single Parents: www.SydneySingleParents.org.au or 9634 7502 (Hills) or 9411 1858 (Northside)

Hills Family Centre: 8805 7288 - Workshops and courses for parents and families.

Wesley Mission Family/Youth Services (the Hills): www.wesleymission.org.au/centres/wesleydalmar/ or 8805 7288

Community Life Church Cherrybrook Life Centre: 9651 3534 - Counselling and parenting courses available.

Newcomers Club: www.sydneynewcomers.com.au - Social club for women, offering support and friendship.

NSW Health Free Dental Clinic for 12-25 year olds: 9687 2544 - High Street Youth Health Service, Harris Park.

Rotary Club of Thornleigh Farm Markets: Third Sunday of every month - 8.00am-12.00noon - Phyllis St, Thornleigh

Christ Evangelical Centre of Australia Chinese Language School: 0410 613 814 (Jenny)

Cybersmart website: www.cybersmart.gov.au - Part of the Australian Government’s cybersafety program.

The Australian Childhood Vision Impairment Register: www.vifamilynetwork.org.au The Register collects and uses data to improve services for children and to research eye disease and disorders of vision.

Bedford College Play Sessions for children (0—5 years) and their parents/carers: Fridays 9.30am—11.30am 2 Columbia Court, Baulkham Hills. Small fee includes morning tea for children and their carers. Bookings: 1300 174 174

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