From The Principal …

CRESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Telephone: (02) 9639 7422

Facsimile: (02) 9686 3462

Newsletter Date

15th June, 2018

Week 7, Term 2

Special Points of

Interest:

CHS musical

Careers expo

Medieval excursion

Sports news

TAS Times

English & Drama

news

Support Unit news

Copies of all

excursion notes can

be found on the

school

website.

http://

www.crestwood-

h.schools.nsw.edu.au

Crestwood In fol ine . . .

Weeks 8 and 9, Term 2

Week B 18.6

Year 10 NAPLAN Year 11 Debate Yr 12 Drama to NIDA

Yr 9/10 Guest speaker 19.6 Yr 11 & 12 Hospitality work

readiness seminar Yr 8 Digital Thumbprint program Yr 10 NAPLAN

20.6

Yr 12 ESL study day 21.6

Yr 9/10 debaters to Rouse Hill 22.6

State Semi Final Plain English public speaking Yr 9 Digital Thumbprint

Week A 26.6

School Musical Performance 28.6 Scripture Seminars Yr 11 and Yr 8

Yr 10 & 12 Careers Expo excursion

School Musical Performance

29.6 Art Gallery excursion Yr 11 Mentoring session

School Musical Performance 30.6 School Musical Performance

In my role as Principal, I am increasingly asked for advice from parents on strategies to

manage technology use, access and safety for their child. This is an age of

unprecedented parenting skills with challenges never before experienced.

Communication systems have never been so

accessible to young people as they are today giving

true meaning to the phrase world wide web … and

for many, a web it can become.

Social media and digital communications are

embedded in society. Although at times a source

of grief for many parents, it is a big part of our lives

with many benefits. Social media provides the opportunity to maintain connections

with family and friends who otherwise would be limited by geographical location or

time constraints. It is also very helpful in sharing news, information and providing

support networks. The difficulties arise when young people are at risk due to

inappropriate content, improper contact or malicious conduct. This risk to young

people can present as the young person being the victim or the perpetrator.

Teenage years are a time of rapid growth,

development and learning. A great milestone

that many teenagers reach during this time is

learning how to drive a car. It is most likely

that the primary instructor will be a parent.

For many parents, teaching their child to drive a

car was a much more straight-forward process

than gaining compliance from their child regarding online gaming, moderating their use

of a smart phone or obsession with social media. At a much younger age, during

formative years, children learn how to use electronic devices and become participants

in the digital world. This is a very sophisticated (and externally influenced) concept

for children to comprehend and a challenging one for parents to teach and monitor.

This constantly changing landscape of the digital world adds to the challenge for

parents.

Open conversations about social media and internet use is an effective way to open

lines of communication in protecting your child. Some advice for parents from

various sources include:

Explicitly teach your child about privacy, location and safety settings, why they

are important and when they need to be reviewed.

Be a role model for your child in your use of electronic devices.

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Keep electronic devices out of bedrooms and sleeping areas

Place computers for school work in an open/communal area eg a study area

Set screen time rules for recreation and stick to it

No screen time before school work or household responsibilities. Screen time can be the reward.

Talk to your child about appropriate and inappropriate content and what you would like them to do if they

see anything of concern.

Further advice and resources for parents can be found at the following sites:

www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/iparent

www.reachout.com

www.raisingchildren.net.au

Social media, the internet and use of electronic devices provides an incredible amount of unprecedented

opportunities enhancing the world we live in. Just like learning how to drive a car, our children need to develop

skills, values and integrity to participate in this digital world safely and productively.

Therese Hourigan

From The Principal cont…

Gifted and Talented Discovery Program

In term 4 last year, a number of Year 9 and 10 students competed in the

University of Sydney Science Gifted and Talented Discovery Program Exam. All

of our entrants achieved great results in a highly competitive and challenging

examination.

Congratulations to David McKay, Jeremy Padilla, Jonah Sewell and James Phillips,

who ranked in the top 8 percent of participants. As a result, they have been

invited to attend the University of Sydney Gifted and Talented Discovery

Program on July 17th to 19th. At this event they will have the opportunity to

engage with University teaching staff and current researchers, access first-class

facilities and make friends with people who have a mutual interest in science.

We are looking forward to seeing them represent Crestwood High School at

this highly distinguished event.

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The latter part of Term 2 is always a busy term for teachers and students. Usually assessment tasks are

being completed, work marked and of course reports to be written. Our assessment procedures need

to be adhered to to ensure equity for all students. All students in Years 7 – 12 are encouraged to obtain

a medical certificate if they are absent for an assessment task. The dates on the medical certificate need

to cover all of the days the student has been absent. This way the student can sit for the task

immediately upon their return and still be awarded marks. This specific information regarding assessment

tasks can be found in the Stage 4, 5 and 6 handbooks that are issued to students. It has been my

experience over many years that those students who regularly miss assessment tasks and sit them later

generally do not perform as well as those students who consistently attend school and sit assessment

tasks on the day they are to be done.

School reports for years 7 -10 will be issued on Friday the 6th July through the recognition assemblies.

These assemblies are a wonderful opportunity for Student Advisors to acknowledge those students in

their year group who have made noted improvements, either generally or in a specific area, or to

acknowledge outstanding individual performances throughout the semester. The recognition assemblies

are attended by the Deputy Principal of that year group as well as accompanying teachers.

I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the work of the teachers Ms Stephanie Merriman,

Mr Joel Palmer, Ms Karla Olmos and Mr Chris Lloyd who work tirelessly and commit their time to the

school musical. This year’s school musical “Footloose” will be held in Week 9 of this term commencing

on Tuesday the 26th June. I encourage as many of you to attend as possible to support our students.

Tania Wright

From The Deputy Principal

Crestwood High School Musical

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Thinking of coming to the musical? Why not come on Thursday

night to be in the running to win some amazing prizes.

Prizes include:

$50 Voucher from Coles Norwest

$150 Voucher from Bunnings Warehouse Castle Hill

$100 Voucher from Hogs Breath Café Blacktown

$50 Voucher from AJ’s Café at Greystanes

$50 Voucher from Griddle Steakhouse at Rouse Hill

$50 Voucher from Playtime Blacktown

And many more….

See you at the show!

Welfare News

There is a lot happening to support the wellbeing of students at Crestwood High School in the coming weeks.

Notes have been issued to students regarding these programs in home room.

Year 9 and 10 will be attending presentations by Glen Gerreyn from the “Hopefull

Institute” on the 18th June 2018. This program directly addresses some of the social and emotional

issues faced by students in this age group. Glen spoke two years ago and his presentations were extremely uplifting

and engaging and served to motivate and engage students to make positive decisions. Boys and girls are separated

on the day to attend sessions tailored directly to specific issues for each group. This program will

replace some classes on the day and the cost is $20. Payments can still be

made on Monday morning.

Year 7, 8 and 9 will participate in the Digital Thumbprint Program over the coming weeks. This program is

aimed at improving the student’s ability to make wise choices within the cyber world and directly addresses some

of the challenges of social media, cyber security and safety. There is no cost for this program.

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Sport News

Crestwood Athletics Carnival

Last Monday June the 4th 2018 it was the Crestwood High School Athletics

Carnival. It was a fantastic day with many students getting involved, trying their

best and spreading house spirit. We were very lucky that the rain held off being a

beautiful day. A big congratulations to the following students who were the age

champions:

U12 Girls: Alannah Rich

U12 Boys: Harvey Barrett

U13 Girls: Lauren Sivalingam

U13 Boys: Mubarak Tajudeen

U14 Girls: Jorja Wilson

U14 Boys: Ethan Manwaring

U15 Girls: Lauren Morden

U15 Boys: Jake Christian

U16 Girls: Jemma Brakell

U16 Boys: Sam O’Connor

U17 Girls: Carisa Kolodziej

U17 Boys: Robert Thomas

U18 Girls: Emily White

Congratulations to the following students who broke

school records on the day:

Girls 16 200 metres FAIRHURST, Eleanor 00:27:84

Girls 12 Long Jump RICH, Alannah 00:04:00

Girls 16 1500 metres SANDAY, Niamh 05:26:56

Girls 16 100 metres BLOOMFIELD, Matilda 00:13:20

Boys 17+ 200 metres BOMBALA Patrick 00:23:09

Girls 14 High Jump WILSON, Jorja 00:01:50

Girls 14 Long Jump WILSON, Jorja 00:05:01

Girls 14 200 metres WILSON, Jorja 00:27:01

Macquarie Zone Carnival was held on the 14th and 15th of June,

congratulations to those students who competed for Crestwood at

this carnival. Results will be posted later.

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Knockout Girls Tennis … the Crestwood team were defeated by

Castle Hill High on the 8th June in the State knockout competition.

Congratulations to Jessica Wills, Rebecca Wills, Olivia Curmi and

Sophie Little for representing Crestwood in 2018!

Open Girls Soccer … The girls played in their Round 4 match on Tuesday 5th June against Castle Hill

High. Although the girls played valiantly with a few recovering from illness and injury, we were tied at 1-1

at the end of full time. Unfortunately in Golden Point, Castle Hill were the first to score and have taken

away the win.

All the girls really stepped up and played their best. They are to be congratulated on their

sportswomenship throughout the series and the way they conducted themselves. Thanks to Natasha

Dabit, Bella Laurence, Kate Davies, Chloe Krenich, Lara Cambaz, Eleanor Fairhurst, Jasmine Crouch,

Jemma Brakell, Darcey Stratton, Prue Stratton, Breanna Buccini, Grace Fairhurst, Lauren Morden,

Tegan Monk, Alex Konya and Paige Vumbaca for their valiant efforts.

Grade and Recreation Sport … Trials for the next sports season are on next Wednesday 20th

June. Please be sure to return your forms with your sport choices to the PDHPE staffroom ASAP to

ensure you get one of your first preferences.

Sport News

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The Turning Page - English and Drama News

Drama

Year 10 Drama students Alexandra Bounds,

Matthew Hamilton (not pictured), Ruby

Mohanarajah, Charlie Sargeant, Arthi Sundaram

and Danial Yazdani competed in the first round

of Sport For Jove’s Shakespeare Carnival.

Congratulations to all students for their

enthusiastic performances in the short film,

group performance and duologue categories. In

particular, well done to Matthew who won for

short film and Arthi and Danial who won for

duologue. They now progress to the next stage

of the competition and will be performing at

The Seymour Centre on July 1st!

English

Congratulations to Himaja Dave and Charlee Sutherland who both spoke beautifully on Monday 4th June

at the Western Sydney Regional Final for The Plain English Public Speaking Competition.

Charlee has now progressed to the State Semi Final which will be held on the 22nd June. This means she

is down to the final 24 best speakers in the state across all school settings.

Both girls have also been personally invited by the Arts Unit Speaking Competitions Coordinator to try

out for The Combined High Schools Debating Team.

Such wonderful achievements for both students, congratulations!

Theatresports

On Tuesday 5th June our Year 10 Theatresports team competed in the semi-finals of the Regional

Schools Challenge. Up against a higher number of schools and with fewer going through to the next

round, we had some stiff competition. Although we came 5th, the team’s commitment and overall per-

formance skills on the night are to be applauded. Alexandra Bounds, Matthew Hamilton, Charlie

Sargeant, Arthi Sundaram and Danial Yazdani are to be congratulated for their teamwork and enthusiasm.

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Year 8 Medieval Day

On Tuesday 12th of June Year 8 participated in a Medieval Day incursion. Throughout

the day we were able to learn about life in medieval times. Some people were given the

opportunity to get dressed up in medieval clothes, which gave the audience a good laugh.

Everyone got a chance to look and hold swords and put on armour helmets, which was

very interesting and fun. In the afternoon we rotated through three different activities.

Fighting our fellow classmates with swords, archery and a game only using paddles and a

ball to score goals was great fun. Overall the day was a great experience, teaching us

more about medieval times in a fun and active way.

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Students at Crestwood High School are literally enjoying the fruits of their labour through a paddock to

plate program that is turning the school’s citrus crop into cash.

As part of life skills studies, the Year 11 students have harvested oranges from the school farm and

learned how to make marmalade, which they are now selling to school staff.

The innovative program for the school’s Support Unit is aimed at helping develop practical experiences

and first-hand knowledge and understanding of the effort and application in producing a deliverable

service while raising funds for the support unit.

Students have covered many life skill outcomes in the program from agricultural skills to financial literacy.

The Unit previously successfully sold farm fresh eggs to staff. This program involved both the care of the

chickens housing and feed to packing and promoting the eggs for sale.

“Students love to see the full circle of the paddock to plate concept and in the process learn about the work skills

involved in selling a product. Most students had never made or tasted marmalade before and to learn this

traditional process was very exciting for them.” Louise Clement—Teacher

I do love a chat so selling the marmalade is exciting for me because I get to mix with many different teachers and

it also is improvising my money skills. I was really happy to make so many sales, so was my teacher.

Dylan Martin—Student

The money the students earn is used to support the program and other special projects.

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CAREERS NEWS Careers Expo

The 2018 Western Sydney Careers Expo is from Thursday 28 June until Sunday 1 July 2018. Crestwood is

providing the opportunity for Year 10 and Year 12 students to attend this valuable information presentation.

We are booked at the venue on Thursday 28 June for 10am—1.30pm session. Students will receive a 4 day

pass and can return to the expo on the weekend if they choose. The cost is $18 and is payable to the front office,

complete with the permission form which can be found on the school website, or available from Mrs Fisher,

Careers Adviser at the career’s office. Payment must be made before Friday 22nd June, 2018.

Apprenticeships on Offer

Sydney Trains are looking for the next apprentices across a variety of different trades and roles within the

rail industry. A total of 70 apprenticeships will be on offer.

Apprenticeships will be offered in:

Apprentice Rail Overhead Line Worker

Apprentice Signal Electrician

Apprentice Plant/Diesel Mechanic

Apprentice Cable Jointer

Apprentice Substation Distribution Electrician

Apprentice Telecommunications

Apprentice Signal Fitter

Apprentice Rail Maintainer

Sydney Trains are opening and welcoming applications for apprentices on 5th July and applications will be open for

a month.

The Sydney Trains Apprentice Program can offer the following for young employees:

Enjoy the variety and challenges of the work

Learn from experts in the rail industry

Enjoy working with state-of-the-art technology

Earn above award apprentice rates

Gain national competencies to work across the industry

Explore pathways into Engineering and Management

Support provided through ‘buddy system’

Explore NSW with free train travel

Gain the career stability of working for a NSW government agency

Work for a dynamic organisation with a genuine commitment to apprenticeships.

For further information, please contact Rhonda Moore on 0428 166 359

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Year 12 Hospitality students have been busy catering for school functions. This has involved

them preparing, plating and serving food as part of the service period requirement of the course.

Students have demonstrated many skills such as food preparation, customer service and working

with others. It has been a valuable experience for the Hospitality students to showcase the skills

they have gained.

TAS Times

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It’s never too early to start preparing for HSC exams.

Workshops to help develop exam techniques for the HSC Science Exams.

Full day lectures in each of the sciences will be held on each day.

The focus will be on exam tips and NESA expectations, how to answer the questions and

what constitutes Band 3 or Band 6 answers.

The workshops are $40.00 for the full day.

Details of the event are:

Date: Thursday 12 and Fri 13 July (Register for either—one or two days)

Time: Full Day event with lunch provided

Venue: University of Technology Sydney.

Registration closes 15 June.

Click on this link for further details and to register.

Crestwood High School does not necessarily endorse the businesses that advertise in this newsletter.

Students from year 7 to Year 9 are cordially invited to seek assistance

in their endeavours to complete Maths homework and/or Maths

Assessment Tasks on a Monday afternoon in the library from

3.00pm to 3.45pm.

A maths teacher will be available alongside our talented Year 11

volunteers to help you. So please come if you need our help.

See you there!

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We are also raising funds by selling entertainment books again this year. You can order online at

www.entbook.com.au/9429r69 or read the leaflet below for further details. Once ordered, books can be

collected free of charge from school.

SRC NEWS

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Crestwood High School does not necessarily endorse the businesses that advertise in this newsletter.