ARMSTRONG DRIVE, TOORMINA NSW 2452 026653 3077 toormina-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au www.toormina-h.schools.nsw.edu.au

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Great Star tYear 7 are off to a great start in 2015. All the students look fabulous in the new school uniform and are eager to learn!Good luck year 7 and congratulations on a great start to high school!Sheridan Watkins - Year 7 Adviser

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To introduce our new teachers to our school community we give them a few questions to answer...

Name...Elizabeth NichollsTHS Position...Support Unit/Special Education TeacherThe high school I attended was...Narrabundah College, ACT.On weekends I enjoy...food, swimming, cycling, bees, bushwalking, books and newspapers.I love... Australia, Toormina High, myself, my family and BOOKS.I don't like... bigotry and people with ‘superiority’ complexes.When I was a teenager I wish someone had told me... to change my hairdo.

Name.......Julie RobertsTHS Position......Head Teacher - Teaching & LearningThe high school I attended was... Orara High (yes, I'm a Coffs girl but have lived lots of places). On weekends I enjoy...reading, ‘retail therapy’ and camping. I love... Sci Fi, writing, relaxing with my family and friends.I don't like.....injustice or racism.....oh, or brussel sprouts.When I was a teenager I wish someone had told me... that I would learn some of the most important lessons in life from my most difficult experiences, and that I would emerge stronger.

Name....... Lucy May ThomasTHS Position......Maths/Science TeacherThe high school I attended was.......Churston Ferrers Grammar School (England)On weekends I enjoy...relaxing, going to the beach or going for a long bushwalk.I love......the natural environment.I don't like....negativity.When I was a teenager I wish someone had told me......that no matter how tough life can feel at times, hold on, try to stay positive and it will pass!

Name...Ms Pamela WilsonTHS Position...IM Learning Support TeacherThe high school I attended was...I graduated from Monte Vista High School California (before calculators).On weekends... I catch up and slow downI REALLY don't like... brussels sproutsWhen I was a teenager I wish someone told me... there would be the internet so I didn't have to remember so much.

Name...Matthew GrayTHS Position...English TeacherThe high school I attended was...Peakhurst High School (in Sydney).On weekends...I go to the beach, hang out with my wife, watch tv and do lots of school work.I love...reading, cricket, family and friends!I don't like...cucumber (yuk!)When I was a teenager I wish someone had told me...to think before I spoke!

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WELCOME TO THSToormina High School welcomes year 7 students: Eden Cunningham, Billy-Joe Burnett, Jesse Hoskins, Reve Holmes and Jordan Maione to our Support Unit.The Support Unit has many exciting plans for 2015 including: a major gardening project, work experience and community access. All of these aim to develop student’s independence and enrich their education.

Chris BrowneHead Teacher Support

This year Toormina High is offering students in years 11 & 12 the opportunity to be part of its Senior Mentoring Program. The program aims to improve student’s writing across all subjects as they prepare for the HSC and has proven successful in other schools.

In order to do so I will be available for 1:1 mentoring sessions during normal school time, over most days of the week. Students must see me to book in for mentoring during either recess, lunch or before school in the Science staffroom or the CREST Mentoring Office (the old LAST office near the Careers Office). Year 12 will have priority.

I have set up a Website at http://crestseniormentoringprogram.weebly.com/ and an Edmodo group for students to access. Interested students should see me to book into the Mentoring Roster. Students can only book in during their free periods or, if they have no free periods, I will organise a time to suit.

The program aims to teach students the skills needed to:o Critically edit, draft and improve their own written work (including Assessment tasks)o Write thoughtful, sophisticated, well-structured responses suitable for their HSC subjects o Interpret questions/tasks specific to particular subject areas and apply this to their responseso Know, understand and use the high level vocabulary needed for specific HSC subject areaso Plan and manage their time efficientlyo Reflect on their own learning style and needso Cope with stress/problems o Summarise and study effectively prior to exams

Further information regarding this great opportunity is on the website or see me to book in and beat the rush.Julie RobertsHead Teacher – Teaching & Learning

CREST Senior Mentoring Program

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IMPORTANT DATES

MON 9/2 NEW DATE

Swimming Carnival

THURS 12/2 All School

School photographs

WED 18/2 Yr 7 Bonding Day

THURS 19/2 Support Unit Coffee Shop 10am - 2pmAll welcome!

FRI 27/2 Zone Swimming Carnival - Coffs Harbour

THURS 5/3 Regional Swimming Carnival -Lismore

THURS 12/3 All school

‘headspace’ youth worker at THS

TOORMINA HIGH SCHOOL UNIFORM UPDATEWelcome to the first update of the brand new THS Uniform Shop.We opened the 19/1 to 23/1 and we sold out of a couple of polo shirt sizes on the first day! To say the uniform has been well received is an understatement! The lines of parents and students wanting to buy the new uniform went right up the stairs. I have to admit to being a bit overwhelmed. It has been many years since working in retail but everyone was so patient and polite. A huge ‘THANK YOU’ to all of you who lined up and waited.

We have taken many orders and we are slowly getting them out. I have received another shipment of shirts but no shorts as yet. I am hoping they will arrive this week. The good news is a box of senior girls shirts have arrived. I haven't opened the box yet to know what sizes they are but any senior girls wanting a look can come in when the shop is open. We also have school jackets in stock - very nice.Just to finish up I want to say another big THANKS to my helpers these last couple of weeks, Hunter, Janelle and Shequana, Mrs Bellette, Mrs McDowell, the other lady whose name I didn't catch and Danica. I couldn't have done it without you.

Michele Bake

Uniform Shop HoursMonday - 8:30am till 12:30pmThursday - 1:30pm till 5:30pm

NB shop closed Thursday 20th March.

The THS Uniform Shop now has aphone number 0468436217.

Please leave a message.

Sawtell Football Club RegistrationsToormina GardensSaturday, February 7, 14, 21 from 9am until 12(in front of Best & Less).You will need to register online, you can do this on myfootballclub.com.au and select Sawtell FC.All new players 5-7 playing will receive a ball and shin pads. We need registrations in ASAP to be able to validate a team. Looking forward to seeing you.

Why not checkout our website for further info.http://www.sawtellfc.squarespace.com/Melissa MaherSawtell FC registrarsawtellfc@gmail.com or sawtellscorpionsfc@gmail.com

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Dear Parents,Welcome back and welcome to all our new families. The year looks to be exciting already. Students have really embraced the new uniform and they look wonderful in it. Thank you for your support in uniform. Now that we have our school uniform shop, no student needs to be out of uniform on any occasion – pending that the supplier can keep up with demand. If you need support with uniform, please see Michelle Bake in the uniform office as we want no student to suffer from family finance issues at this important time of the year with positive attitudes, expectations and eagerness to learn at their peak.A note to all parents: please observe the bus bay no stopping times to avoid costly fines. These fines will be imposed by council wardens even if a car drives through the bus bay during designated bus times, so park further away and walk back or park in the bay only from 9.00am to 3.00pm.Please contact me if I can be of help in any way. I hope we all enjoy a very happy and productive year.Best wishes,E. Donnan

Principal’s Column

QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY TRIP The trip to Queensland Universities last year was an excellent experience. The universities were very informative, they gave us an insight into university life and the various programs offered such as exchange programs and scholarships.

We are now aware of the possibilities for our future, what we can achieve and how universities can benefit us not only in our future careers but also our life experiences.Unfortunately the trip was ‘dampened’ by a hail storm that left us stranded, cold and wet until we could access Union College. It was an experience we won’t forget!

Cassie Marshall and Cody Bland

THS HOMEWORK ROOMis available every lunch time

(except Wednesdays)upstairs in the English Block

opposite Room 20.

ALL students in ALL years can be helped by our wonderful Homework Room staff!

2014 Year 7 ExcursionLast year Year 7 had a wonderful day at the Coffs Coast Adventure Centre, more photos available on our school website.

2014 Year 10 Maths Last year our ESL students in 10M2 bought Afghani food and drink to school to share with their classmates.The students tried dogh, a yoghurt and mint drink and koko which was made with potato, garlic, onion, flour, tumeric and black pepper.

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SPIRIT OF TOORMINA

AWARDSCongratulations for showing

a fantastic attitude that embodies the Toormina

High School philosophy ofcaring, sharing and

participating...

To our wonderfuloffice staff (first week

is a little bit mad!)

Michele Bake for all her hard work in the

uniform shop!

2015 is looking to be an exciting year for Toormina High School as we begin the first year of our new five year plan. Essential to the plan is the introduction of a number of key initiatives including the Intensive Literacy Program, Project Based Learning for Year 8 students, the Crest Mentoring Program for senior students and the After Hours Homework Centre. These new initiatives represent a significant investment in our junior and senior students with the aim to ensure they receive the best possible support to achieve their educational goals. I would encourage students to embrace these opportunities and if parents would like further information about them to contact the school on 6653 3077. Joanne Bellette - Deputy Principal

EXCITING TIMES AT THS

Sport choices and prices are below, please note that these choices are dependant on numbers.Sports with * require your own equipment each week.Surfing as sport requires the student to first complete ‘surf survival’.

Field games - Free Theatre sports - FreeChess - FreeBeach games - $4 p/wkSurfing* - $4 p/wkLearn to surf- $72 up front plus $4 p/wkTennis- $9 p/wkIce skating - $10 p/wkKegal - $8.50 p/wkIndoor games - $8 p/wkGym activities - $5 p/wkSuperstar sports - $5 p/wk

Ky Schwartz - Sport Co-ordinator

SPORT Term 1

LIL’S A WINNERAt the end of last year, local member, Luke Hartsuyker and Coffs Harbour Mayor, Denise Knight presented THS Captain, Lil Ross with a certificate from the ‘Country to Canberra’ essay writing competition. This is a national initiative empowering rural girls to reach their leadership potential.

Congratulations Lil!

CAREERS

BEFORE YOU BUY A LAPTOP

for your student please check the requirements listed on our

school website,or, ask at our office for a printed sheet advising the specifications

needed.

Welcome back to Toormina High School for 2015. I am looking forward to working with students and parents in my new role as Careers Adviser.At this time of the year, the main focus in the Careers Office is about settling year 11 students into their subject choices and making sure that year 12 students are on track with their study. For those students who have chosen a TAFE course as part of their pattern of study, you should have received an acceptance letter with details of starting dates, venue and times. If you have not received a letter, please come and see me. Most courses begin this week. Don't forget Toormina High School has a "Careers section" on our school website where students and parents can access information relating to careers. Mr Matt Francis is our new Transition Adviser for 2015 and he will be working out of the Careers Office at various times throughout the week. Please make him welcome. If you have any questions about Career pathway decisions, please make an appointment to see me. Robyn West - Careers Adviser

If you DO NOT want your student to view these films in class please print out this form and return to school or send a hand written note to school or ring THS on 66533077.

PLEASE NOTE *******NEW DATE FOR SWIMMING CARNIVAL*******MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9

Toormina High School Canteen Menu

* Term One *

EARLY BIRDS – from 8.00am

Fresh fruit cups OR seasonal fruit ............................. 80c Thick cut toast – raisin OR plain ................................... 80c Cereal with milk .................................... half $1.00 / full $2.00 Ham cheese &/or tomato toasted turkish ..... $3.50 Egg OR ham & cheese english muffin ..................... $2.50 Banana bread (freshly baked) ................................... $2.50 Fresh yoghurt pots ........................................................... $2.00 Cheese & Vegemite scroll (large) ............................... $3.50

LUNCH ORDERS (please order before recess) SANDWICHES (made to order only)

Egg & lettuce (mayo, curried or boiled) ................. $3.50 Tuna & mayo ............................................................................. $3.50 Ham cheese & tomato ...................................................... $3.50 Salad ............................................................................................... $4.00 B.L.T. on turkish, toasted ................................................ $4.00 Chicken ......................................................................................... $4.00 Ham & salad ............................................................................... $4.50 Chicken & salad ....................................................................... $5.00

(add 50c for turkish bread or, tasty/swiss cheese)

WRAPS $6.00 (deliciously fresh, great toasted)

* honey soy chicken, lettuce, mayo & cheese * chicken & salad * chicken & cheese * salad

* egg & salad * pumpkin spinach & fetta

SALAD TUBS $5.00 (made to order only)

* Singapore Noodle Salad w soy sesame dressing * Garden *Cobb salad * Thai Chicken Salad *

We prepare a small selection of wraps for your convenience. If you would like a particular

combination from our menu or wish to ensure you don’t miss out on your favourites

* PLEASE PLACE YOUR ORDER PRIOR TO RECESS *

THIS & THAT

HOT STUFF

Pies .................................................................................................... $4.00 Sausage rolls (small) .......................................................... $2.50 Spinach & Ricotta rolls (long) ....................................... $4.00 Hamburger (with lettuce & tomato) .................... $5.00 Chicken breast schnitzel burger .............................. $5.00

*** LUNCH SPECIALS ***

MONDAY: Cheese burgers ................................................ $4.50 TUESDAY: Chicken Strip Sub ........................................ $4.00 WEDNESDAY: Sushi (fresh from MaMaGOTO) .. $3.00 THURSDAY: Nachos (with beans & tomato) ..... $4.00 FRIDAY: Chicken burgers .................................................. $5.00

DRINKS

Milkshakes .................................................................................. $4.00 Smoothies (dairy or juice based) ............. $3.50 / $5.00 Bottled water ......................................................... $2.00 / $4.00 Fruit Shoot (large) ............................................................... $2.00 Deep Spring mineral water ........................................... $2.00 Small milk (choc, strawb) ............................................... $2.50 Large milk (choc, strawb, caramel, coffee) .... $4.00 Assorted bottled juices ................................................... $3.00 Iced Tea (peach, blackcurrant) ................................. $4.00 Hot chocolate / chai latte ............................. $3.00 / $3.50 Cappuccino / latte / flat white ................ $3.50 / $4.00

TREATS

Melting Moments ...................................................................... 60c Assorted baked muffins ................................................. $2.50 Red Rock Deli chips ................................................................. $2.00 Frozen yoghurt cups (mango orstrawb) ......... $2.00 Milo Cups ........................................................................................ $3.00 Thumbsticks (frozen juice on a stick) ..................... 50c Lemonade Icy Poles ................................................................ $1.50 Fandangles ................................................................................ $2.00 Frosty Fruits ............................................................................. $2.50

* EFTPOS facilities available * (30c surcharge for purchases under $5.00)

* All meals prepared fresh daily * * Lunches made to order *