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THE HOMILY OF ST HILDA

Trade with the gifts God has given you.

Bend your minds to holy learning that you may escape the fretting moth

of littleness of mind that would wear out your souls.

Brace your wills to action that they may not be the spoils of weak desire.

Train your hearts and lips to song which gives courage to the soul.

Being buffeted by trials, learn to laugh.

Being reproved, give thanks.

Having failed, determine to succeed.

Co-Curricular & Extra-Curricular Handbook - V1 2018 081217

Contents

INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... 5

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ..................................................................................................................... 5

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ............................................................................................................. 5

OVERVIEW OF CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 2018 ......................................................................... 6

OVERVIEW OF EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 2018 ................................................................. 6

SECTION 1: CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES .......................................................................................... 7

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL .................................................................................................................... 8

ART CLUB YEARS 7-8 ................................................................................................................................. 9

ART CLUB YEARS 9-12 ............................................................................................................................ 10

DEBATING ................................................................................................................................................... 11

INTERNATIONAL GROUP ....................................................................................................................... 15

ROBOTICS CLUB ........................................................................................................................................ 16

STEM AMBASSADORS ............................................................................................................................. 17

THEATRE AND DRAMA MASTER CLASSES ....................................................................................... 18

THE COFFEE STOP .................................................................................................................................... 19

THE JOINT TSS-ST HILDA’S BOOK CLUB – YEARS 7-9 .................................................................. 20

THE JOINT TSS-ST HILDA’S BOOK CLUB – YEARS 10-12 ............................................................. 21

MUSIC ENSEMBLES .................................................................................................................................. 22

BIG BAND .................................................................................................................................................... 22

MIDDLE/SENIOR SCHOOL CONCERT BAND.................................................................................... 23

RHYTHM & BLUES BAND ....................................................................................................................... 24

SENIOR CHOIR ........................................................................................................................................... 25

SENIOR STRING ENSEMBLE .................................................................................................................. 26

SENZA RAGAZZI SHOW CHOIR ............................................................................................................. 27


SPORTING ACTIVITIES ........................................................................................................................... 28

ATHLETICS ................................................................................................................................................. 29

BADMINTON .............................................................................................................................................. 30

BASKETBALL ............................................................................................................................................. 31

CROSS COUNTRY ...................................................................................................................................... 32

GYMNASTICS .............................................................................................................................................. 35

HOCKEY ....................................................................................................................................................... 36

INDOOR ROWING ..................................................................................................................................... 37

NETBALL ..................................................................................................................................................... 38

ROWING ....................................................................................................................................................... 39

SOFTBALL ................................................................................................................................................... 40

SWIMMING ................................................................................................................................................. 41

TENNIS ......................................................................................................................................................... 42

TOUCH FOOTBALL ................................................................................................................................... 43

VOLLEYBALL .............................................................................................................................................. 44

SECTION 2: EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES .............................................................................. 45

GYMNASTICS .............................................................................................................................................. 46

INDIVIDUAL MUSIC TUITION ............................................................................................................... 47

INDIVIDUAL SPEECH AND DRAMA TUITION .................................................................................. 48

CLUB NETBALL .......................................................................................................................................... 49

CLUB TOUCH .............................................................................................................................................. 50

GOLF ............................................................................................................................................................. 51

SWIMMING ................................................................................................................................................. 53

TENNIS ......................................................................................................................................................... 54

SECTION 3: SERVICE ACTIVITIES ..................................................................................................... 55

SERVICE ACTIVITIES ............................................................................................................................... 56


Introduction At St Hilda’s School we offer a wide range of co-curricular activities and also some extra-curricular activities. Many significant life skills are taught or may be learned in these programs. These include leadership, decision-making and commitment, learning to take responsibility in the community, learning to work in teams and motivate others, learning to organise and learning to negotiate. Through their involvement in these activities, students develop a sense of accomplishment and enhance their self-confidence by using their talents and responding to the challenges presented to them. Co-curricular activities form an integral part in the learning and development of all students as they augment the formal curriculum. Each student in Years 7–12 at St Hilda’s School is expected to participate in at least one co-curricular activity each term. This handbook has been designed to help you and your daughter to navigate your way through the array of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities available and to assist them to make informed choices. The information contained in this handbook includes a description of each activity and the benefits to participants, including details such as the venue and times each activity is run and contact information for the staff in charge of the activity.

Co-Curricular activity Co-curricular activities are those additional activities which are not taught in the usual classroom environment. The co-curricular dimension of an all-round education has never been more important than it is today. They expose students to community, state, and national organisations and thus create links to the "real world." Co-curricular activities allow students to learn a variety of skills, many of which they will carry with them for life. The variety of co-curricular activities offered at St Hilda’s School aims to accommodate the diverse range of students’ interests and abilities. They encompass areas of sport and cultural activities. Most of the co-curricular activities offered do not entail extra cost; however, some activities will have a small charge for special requirements.

Extra-Curricular activity Extra-Curricular activities are those that fall outside the realm of the normal curriculum of school and the majority are not explicitly connected to academic learning. Extra-Curricular activities are usually run by outside providers who charge fees for their services.

You can contribute: Student Ambassador

Honour Guard

Academic Mentor

Creative Connections Committee

Student2student Program

Buddy

Environment Committee

Cultural Connections Committee

You can participate: Non Nobis Solum Week Middle School Giving Tree

Shrove Tuesday

Assisting with Open Day, Fete, transition, special events etc

Focus Weeks

Spirit Week

You can belong: Amnesty International Environment Club

You can help: Coaching teams, i.e. sport, debating

Tutoring younger students

Involvement in community service projects

Middle/Senior School Co-Curricular & Extra-Curricular Handbook - V1 2018 – January 2018

Overview of Co-Curricular Activities 2018 CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Semester 1 Semester 2

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Amnesty International

Art Club

Debating

Film Buff and Media Makers

International Group

Readers’ Cup Challenge

Theatre and Drama Master Classes (Periodically through the year)

The Coffee Stop

The Joint TSS / St Hilda’s Book Club

Inter-House Drama Festival 22 May

Music Ensembles and Choirs

Music activities as listed below do not appear on the timeline above as they are generally scheduled to take place throughout the entire year. - Big Band - Junior Concert Band - Junior String Ensemble - Middle School Concert Band - Rhythm & Blues Band

- Senior Choir - Senior Concert Band - Senior String Ensemble - Senza Ragazzi Show Choir - Years 2-3 Choir

- Years 4-6 Choir

Overview of Extra-Curricular Activities 2018 Semester 1 Semester 2

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Individual Music Tuition

Individual Speech and Drama Tuition

Club Netball

Club Touch

Delta Gymnastics

Golf

Swimming

Sport activities are not listed above and may be found on pages 28-44.

SECTION 1 – CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES


Section 1:

Co-Curricular Activities



Amnesty International

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: Mrs Jenny Mahon Ms Amanda O’Neill

Contact: 07 5532 4922 07 5532 4922

Year Levels: Years 7-9 Years 10-12

Terms: Terms 1-4 Terms 1 – 4

Venue: OS2 OS1

Times: Fortnightly - Tuesdays lunch times Weekly - Wednesday lunch times

Activity Description Amnesty International is an organisation that raises awareness regarding violations of human rights on a global scale. Amnesty gives students a voice to see that they can actively participate in protests against abuses.

Special Notes Students can continue their participation in the group after graduation from the school

environment. Amnesty raises money as part of its commitment to Amnesty International’s campaigns Students organise and participate in a variety of awareness raising events at school.



Art Club Years 7-8

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: Mrs Cathy Hunt

Contact: 07 5532 4922

Year Levels: Years 7-8

Terms: Terms 1 - 4

Venue: G2

Times: Wednesday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Activity Description Students can follow a range of pathways in Art Club as they create work with support, in a relaxed atmosphere. Special projects, in a variety of media, will be explored as part of a choice-based program. Opportunities for students to extend on classwork, or follow their own interests, will also be provided.



Art Club Years 9-12

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: Ms Alana Hampton

Contact: 07 5532 4922


Terms: Terms 1 - 4

Venue: G1

Times: Thursdays 3.30pm - 5.00pm

Activity Description Artist Forums: Guest lecturers, artists and practitioners in various fields will lead artist forums and/or workshops. In the past, artists such as Marian Drew, Donna Marcus, Dane Lovett, Mona Ryder, James Guppy, Michael Zavros, Andi Spark, Glen Skien, Alison Kubler, Simon Dye and Sally Harrison have been our special guests. Tutorials: For art students only when forums are not operating. Students will be made aware of information and dates for guest speakers. Art students sign up for activities as they are advertised and a record is kept of attendance.



Debating

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Ms Natasha Rosky

Contact: 07 5532 4922


Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: Various schools on the northern end of the Gold Coast – depending on year level.

Times:

Wednesday evenings – arrival time is 5:50pm for a 6pm start. Short preparation debates begin 1 hour to 1 hour 45 minutes prior to this time, according to year level.

Activity Description Debating is for girls interested in the world and current events. Students are given the opportunity to construct detailed and persuasive arguments. They also grow in self-confidence through public speaking and developing the ability to defend their arguments against critiques. Girls learn to embody the debating spirit by delivering polite, passionate, persuasive and perceptive debates.

Special Notes Students are expected to attend coaching sessions as arranged by their coach and the

coordinator (lunch times and after school). Parent transport to venues is required. Debates take approximately 1 hour. Students in Years 7-12 participate in the Gold Coast Debating Association Competition at

external schools



Film Buffs and Media Makers

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Ben Andrews

Contact: 07 55 777 285


Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: M5

Times: TBD

Activity Description Media students are invited to join the Film Buffs and Media Makers group. Students will have the opportunity to create short film projects, critique films and, on occasions, attend relevant talks and current film screenings.



House Musicals

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Jaron Winter

Contact: 07 5577 7289

Year Levels: Years 7 - 12

Terms: Term 1, every second year

Venue: Arts Centre Gold Coast

Times: Rehearsals held after school 3:30-4:30pm, with Sunday Rehearsals and the Performance night.

Activity Description The House Musicals is a Performing Arts/House Event and is a large scale event comprising of members of the Cast, Crew (backstage, props, costume, promotions, sets) and Band from all three houses: Banksia, Melaleuca and Karragaroo. The average size of student involvement ranges between 50-100 students per house for a total of approximately 300 students. Students are responsible for the creation of the script and organisation of every facet of the production: costumes, sets, props, musical arrangements etc.

Special Notes The event is produced by the Head of Performing Arts, Head of Music and the Heads of

House with assistance from the Head of Drama. Other staff members are asked to cover supervisions for the rehearsal process and the performance night.

A professional is employed to adjudicate the evening. Logistics concerning the running of the shows and the evening are the purview of the Head of

Performing Arts while the logistics of student engagement and organization is the responsibility of the Head of House.



House Plays

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Jaron Winter

Contact: 07 5577 7289


Terms: Term 3

Venue: Langford Theatre

Times: Rehearsals held after school 3:30-4:30pm, with Sunday Rehearsals and the Performance night.

Activity Description The House Plays is a Performing Arts/House Event and is a large scale event comprising of members of the Cast, Crew (backstage, props, costume, promotions, sets) from all three houses: Banksia, Melaleuca and Karragaroo. The average size of student involvement ranges between 30-50 students per house for a total of approximately 150 students.

Special Notes The event is produced by the Head of Performing Arts and the Heads of House with

assistance from the Head of Drama. Other staff members are asked to cover supervisions for the rehearsal process and the performance night.

A professional is employed to adjudicate the evening and the Head of Music provides intermission acts of student performances. Logistics concerning the running of the shows and the evening are the purview of the Head of Performing Arts while the logistics of student engagement and organization is the responsibility of the Head of House.

Rehearsals are run one three afternoons per week (3:30-4:30pm) with one Langford Theatre rehearsal per week and the Sunday prior to the Performance (8-5pm). The event is held in the Langford Theatre.



International Group

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Katrina Wain

Contact: 07 5577 7247


Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: JR8

Times: Tuesday lunch time

Activity Description The International Group is an activity where students interested in the current world meet weekly to discuss issues. The Group also holds events to raise awareness of modern issues, for example participating in Red Hand Day.



Robotics Club

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Shelley Cross

Contact: [email protected]


Terms: Terms 1 – 4

Venue: Jennifer Reeves Classroom

Times: 2 lunch times a week, 1 afternoon a week in Term 2

Activity Description Artificial intelligence at its best! The Robotics Club operates throughout the year with students both building and learning to code Lego EV3 robots. Our learning is based on the three focus areas from the Robocup Junior Competition: rescue, dance and soccer. Students learn the basics of the code required for these three areas, create teams and compete in the Robocup Junior Regional competition, State competition and National competition. Rescue mirrors the real life use of robots that rescue people from life-threatening situations, dance is a stunning integration of Science, Technology and the Arts, where participants program their robots to dance to music, and in soccer students are required to design and program two robots to compete against an opposing pair of robots by kicking an infra-red transmitting ball into their designated goal.

Special Notes To meet the co-curricular commitment in any one term, girls must participate in two lunch time

sessions each week, and compete in the Regional Competition in Term 3. Interested new participants please see the Co-curricular spokesperson or Mrs Shelley Cross. All EV3 Robots are supplied by the Club.

mailto:[email protected]



STEM Ambassadors

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Miss Sara Bentley

Contact: 07 5532 4922

Year Levels: Years 9-11 (two students from each year level)

Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: Weekly meeting in SB1

Times: Friday lunchtime: 12.50pm-1.35pm

Activity Description The STEM ambassadors are a select group of high achieving students with a keen interest in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) subject areas. It is a student led initiative that runs in conjunction with Griffith University and it aims to promote the study of STEM subjects within the school. Students devise and complete a series of projects over the year to engage their peers in the world of STEM. They also run the annual science fair as part of their role, mentoring the entrants over the course of the competition. Initiatives have included a student for a day experience at Griffith University, interactive plant walk video series (under construction), weekly competitions for the Middle-Senior students and inter-school STEM related competitions. STEM Ambassadors are also eligible to attend a conference held in Brisbane in Term 1 during the World Science Festival.



Theatre and Drama Master Classes

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Belinda Gravel

Contact: 07 5577 7289


Terms: Periodically throughout the year


Times: Held after school 3:30pm- 5:30pm periodically throughout the year

Activity Description The Drama Department periodically invites practicing artists such as actors, playwrights, designers, producers, coaches who are actively working in the industry to lead Master classes for students. Available to all students, topics range from Acting Skills, Playwriting, Directing, Theatrical Design, Physical Theatre, Object and Visual Theatre.

Special Notes Master class events are advertised through St Hilda’s Correspondence. Class sizes are limited and may, from time to time incur a small fee. Generally the classes are designed to extend student interests, skills and talents in Drama and

theatre, actively developing opportunities for students to be mentored by successful artists currently working in the industry.



The Coffee Stop

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Brandt Ward

Contact: [email protected]

Year Levels: Year 11

Terms: Terms 1 – 4

Venue: Jennifer Reeves Cafeteria

Times: 7.25am-8.05am, on rostered days only, Monday-Friday

Activity Description The Coffee Stop operates throughout the term in the Jennifer Reeves Cafeteria. It is a student-based initiative which, by selling coffee and hot beverages each morning, raises substantial funds for a charity (determined by the student body each year). Involvement will develop broad barista skills, such as customer service and beverage preparation. Trained baristas are encouraged to join in. Participation will be acknowledged by a certificate at the end of each year.

Special Notes To meet the co-curricular commitment in any one term, girls must work two sessions and one

lunch time each week (i.e. 27 sessions in total). Interested new participants, please see the Co-curricular spokesperson, or Mr Brandt Ward. Appropriate barista apparel will be supplied to meet WHS requirements.

mailto:[email protected]



The Joint TSS-St Hilda’s Book Club – Years 7-9

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Ms Alexeem Boyle & Ms Leah Potts

Contact: 07 5577 7264


Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: St Hilda’s Senior Library

Times: Lunchtime, once a week or fortnight depending on schedule.

Activity Description Students share books they’ve been reading and recommendations. Occasionally a particular book, author or series may be selected by the group as a jumping off point for wider discussion. The Club’s main purpose is to discuss experiences and ideas related to books, encourage wider reading and interaction with peers and fellow readers.

Special Notes An invitation to attend is advertised via email to all students in Years 7-9. Depending on student interest and ability to attend the necessary meetings, a small group may

also choose to participate in Readers’ Cup. .



The Joint TSS-St Hilda’s Book Club – Years 10-12

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Ms Alexeem Boyle

Contact: 07 5577 7264


Terms: Terms 1-4

Venue: Alternately at The Southport School Senior Library and the St Hilda’s Senior Library

Times: Once a Term on a suitable afternoon 4pm-6pm plus voluntary excursions held on weekends

Activity Description Students read a selection of works, including books, film, documentary and associated media related to each term’s theme. Occasionally a particular book, essay or work may be selected as a jumping off point for wider discussion. It is recommended the students read books related to the topic; however, the Club’s main purpose is to discuss experiences and ideas related to books, encourage wider reading and interaction with peers and fellow readers.

Special Notes The books and invitations to attend are advertised via email to all students in Years 9-12. Students are required to attend three out of four meetings and participate in small group

discussions, but are not required to speak to the group as a whole. .



Music Ensembles

Big Band

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Antony Zambolt

Contact: 07 5577 7235


Terms: All year commitment

Venue: W4/5 (Band Room)

Times: Tuesdays 7.00-8.15am

Activity Description Big Band is an instrumental ensemble that focuses on Jazz and Rock Repertoire. The band consists of a Rhythm Section (piano, bass, guitar and drums), four trumpets, four trombones and five saxophones (2 Alto, 2 Tenor and 1 Baritone). An audition may be required if more than one player is interested in the same instrumental position.

Special Notes The Band performs at a variety of School functions and Eisteddfod-type competitions. Girls must be a member of either the Middle School or Senior Concert Band to be eligible to

be part of the Big Band. Big Band is suited to musicians who have considerable experience on their instrument. Performers in this Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniform, which is hired

through the parent group, Supporters of Creative Arts (SOCA) for $50 per annum.



Middle/Senior School Concert Band

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Chen Yang / Mr Antony Zambolt

Contact: 07 5577 7235

Year Levels: Years 7-12 (Students may be admitted outside these year levels depending on skill level)



Times: Thursdays 3.30pm-4.45pm

Activity Description Middle/Senior School Concert Band is an instrumental ensemble which consists of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments and plays a variety of styles including marches, jazz, folk songs, movie themes and much more.

Special Notes The band performs at a variety of functions including School functions and Eisteddfods. All Years 7-9 instrumentalists must play with the Middle/Senior School Concert Band. Year 7

instrumentalists may be offered leadership positions in the Junior Concert Band as well. Performers in this Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniform, which is hired




Rhythm & Blues Band

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Miss Janette Kelly

Contact: 07 5577 7256




Times: Mondays 5.00pm – 6.00pm

Activity Description Rhythm & Blues Band is a small ensemble consisting of rhythm section (piano, guitar, bass, drums), saxophones, brass players and vocalists. The Band plays a variety of pop/rock standards from the last 50 years. The Band has one player per part and auditions may be required where more than one student is interested in a certain part. Vocalists are limited to four.

Special Notes The Band performs at a variety of School functions throughout the year. Girls must be a member of another School Band or Choir to be eligible to be part of the

Rhythm & Blues Band. Auditions for Rhythm and Blues Band vacant positions are held at the end of each academic

year for the following year. Performers in this Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniform, which is hired




Senior Choir

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Miss Janette Kelly and Mrs Tania Edmunds

Contact: 07 5577 7235




Times: Wednesdays 3:30pm – 5.15pm

Activity Description Senior Choir develops vocal quality and technique, part singing, self-confidence and presentation skills. The choir sings a wide variety of styles from pop to sacred. Choir is a “team sport” and a year commitment. This requires girls to attend rehearsals every week so that the choir can perform at its best. No audition is required to be a member of this choir – all interested can participate.

Special Notes Senior Choir performs at School Functions as well as Eisteddfod-type competitions. Performers in the Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniforms, which is hired

through the parent group, Supporters of Creative Arts (SOCA) for $50 per annum. At the start of Term 2, members of the Senior Choir may audition to be part of the Showcase

Ensemble. Rehearsals will occur within usual Choir rehearsal times.



Senior String Ensemble

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Chen Yang

Contact: 07 5577 7235

Year Levels: Years 7-12 (Students may be admitted outside these year levels depending on skill level)


Venue: W2/3 – Senior Music Rooms

Times: Mondays 3:30pm – 4:45pm

Activity Description Senior String Ensemble offers music extension to advanced music students of violin, viola, cello and double bass. Senior String Ensemble performs regularly at school concerts and functions as well as participating in the annual Gold Coast Eisteddfod.

Special Notes Members of Senior String Ensemble may be invited to audition for Chamber Ensembles.

Rehearsals for Chamber Ensembles are held on Mondays from 4.45pm-5.15pm. Performers in this Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniform, which is hired




Senza Ragazzi Show Choir

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Tania Edmunds and Mr Richard Ham

Contact: 07 5577 7235




Times: Tuesdays 3:30pm – 5.00pm

Activity Description Senza Ragazzi (which means “without boys”) is a 16-20 voice Show Choir aimed at extending the vocal and performance skills of girls interested in singing. Auditions are held at the end of the year for the incoming ensemble of the new year.

Special Notes Members must be a member of at least one other School Music Ensemble. Members must have been a member of a School Choir for at least one year prior to auditioning. Senza Ragazzi performs at School Functions and Eisteddfod type competitions. Performers in the Ensemble wear the Senior Music Performance Uniform, which is hired through

the parent group, Supporters of Creative Arts (SOCA) for $50 per annum.



Sporting Activities Sport aims to develop young women’s potential through quality sporting competition and social interaction within a supportive environment. Schools involved in the QGSSSA (middle/senior school) competition include Brisbane Girls’ Grammar School, Brisbane State High School, Clayfield College, Ipswich Girls Grammar School, Moreton Bay College, St Aidan’s School, St Margaret’s School, St Peter’s Lutheran College and Somerville House. For any sport involvement girls are required to bring water bottles. Asthmatics are to carry their inhalers. Sunscreen and caps are required. QGSSSA: Students in Years 7–12 participate in QGSSSA Sport. Some sports also allow students the option of participation in local club competitions. Students can also progress to district, regional and state competitions. Such trials are indicated on the School date sheet and advertised to students via email, or students are selected based on performances at Inter-House carnivals. All senior sports will have two trainings per week, usually one morning and one afternoon.

Core Sports: Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics

Autumn Fixtures: Basketball, Football (Soccer) and Touch Football

Please note that girls are unable to play more than one autumn sport. Fixtures are predominantly played on Friday evenings. Travel for away games is by bus, however students (day girls) may return home with their parents provided prior written notice has been given to the Head of Sport.

Winter Fixtures: Hockey, Netball, Tennis, Volleyball and Rowing

Please note that students are unable to play more than one winter fixture sport. Winter fixtures are predominantly played on Saturday mornings. Travel to away games is by bus, however students (day girls) may return home with their parents provided prior written notice has been given to the Head of Sport.

Summer Fixtures: Artistic Gymnastics and Rhythmic Gymnastics, Badminton and Softball, Artistic Gymnastics Competition is a one day competition in April and Rhythmic Gymanstics Competition is a one day competition in August. Badminton is played over 2 Saturdays in October/November. Softball for Seniors (Yrs10-12) is played on Saturdays in February and for Juniors (Yrs 7-9) on 4 scheduled days in October/November. Travel to these games/competitions is by bus departing school at various times. Daygirls may travel home with their parents provided prior written notice has been given to the Head of Sport.

Additional Sports: Queensland Independent Schools Equestrian Association

Club Netball Club Touch Golf

Rowing - please note Rowing is overseen by BSRA and is only open to students in Years 8-12 Snowsports



Athletics

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Jillian Moore, QGSSSA

Contact: 07 5577 7281


Terms: Terms 3 & 4. Training twice weekly.

Venue: St Hilda’s School Oval / Griffith University Track & Field

Times: To be advised

Competition: Friday 15 October 2018 (QSAC) Queensland State Athletics Facility, Nathan.

Activity Description QGSSSA: All events covered by area specific coaches to train team members for QGSSSA Championships.

Special Notes As Athletics is such a specialised core sport, girls will be expected to train twice a week to be

eligible for the school teams. All Athletic disciplines will be coached: jumps, throws, sprints, distance running. Two training

sessions a week at times and venues to be advised.



Badminton

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Mel Lilley, QGSSSA

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Terms 3 and 4. Training twice weekly.

Venue: Training: St Hilda’s Sport Complex Games: Various QGSSSA venues

Times: Varied – to be advised

Matches: Saturdays: October 27 and November 3.

Activity Description Badminton develops skills and fitness in a fun and competitive environment. At the QGSSSA competition it is structured that teams of four play in seeded pairs ands their combined scores determine final results.



Basketball


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 1 & 2

Venue: St Hildas Sports Complex and QGSSSA venues


Competition:

March 2, 9, 16, 23 April 27 May 2, 8, 18, 25 June 1

Activity Description A great team sport promoting skill development and match play. Students competing in the QGSSSA season are expected to train twice a week with most matches on Friday evenings. Students of all levels are welcome.

Special Notes Commitment required is two training sessions plus a Friday night match every week for 10

weeks over Terms 1 and 2.



Cross Country

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Shelby Stewart, QGSSSA

Contact: 07 5577 7281


Terms: Terms 1 and 2 (Sign-on Term 1, Wk 2).

Venue: Training: Owen Park, The Spit Main Beach, Coombabah Wetlands and St Hilda’s School Oval


Competition: Saturday 12 May 2018 Rivermount College, Rivermount Drive, Yatala,

Activity Description Students will develop a good basic aerobic fitness by running different courses around the School Campus and Owen Park. Race tactics, interval training, warm-ups and cool-downs will be an integral part of each training session.

Special Notes Lead up meets are compulsory for those students wishing to be selected in the QGSSSA

team.



Equestrian

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Jillian Moore

Contact: 5577 2281


Terms: All year events

Venue: Various showgrounds

Times: Weekends

Activity Description Students must have their own horses or borrowed horses to compete in the weekend competitions. St Hilda’s School fields a team when horse and riders are available.

Special Notes Check the website for event dates. Girls should advise the Head of Sport of competitions they are participating in and of their results. These records of participation and achievement will be used to determine if a pocket can be

awarded.



Football


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 1 & 2 - Training twice weekly

Venue: St Hilda’s School Oval and QGSSSA venues

Times: Training: Varies between Teams

Competition:


Activity Description The world game … Soccer! Develop skills and fitness in a fun and competitive environment. This team sport requires agility, ball specific skills, overall fitness, and teamwork. Teams are made up of students in Years 7, & 8, 9 & 10, with Years 11 & 12 making up our Senior/Open teams.



Gymnastics

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Shelby Stewart, QGSSSA

Contact: 07 5577 7281


Terms: Terms 1 and 2 – Artistic Gymnastics Terms 2 and 3 – Rhythmic Gymnastics

Venue: Training: St Hilda’s School Sports Complex

Events: Clayfield College


Competition: Artistic: Wednesday March 28, 2018

Rhythmic: Friday August 10, 2018

Activity Description Artistic Gymnastics: Girls perform on bars, beam, floor and vault. They develop flexibility, strength, spatial awareness and compete in graded teams. Rhythmic Gymnastics: Girls use a variety of apparatus such as ribbons, balls and hoops. They develop co-ordination, aesthetic ability and muscular strength.

Special Notes Artistic Gymnastics is offered for both QGSSSA and Andrews Cup competitions. Rhythmic Gymnastics is only offered for QGSSSA competition at present.



Hockey

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: Mrs Mel Lilley, QGSSSA

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 3 - Training twice weekly

Venue: St Hilda’s School Oval


Competition: July 16, 21, 28 Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 Sept 1, 8, 15

Activity Description Hockey is a popular winter sport, played by both men and women to an Olympic level. Hockey is enjoyed by the very young through to veterans and is often a ‘family’ sport where all members of the family are involved at varying levels. Hockey is a skilled team sport where, often, lifelong friendships can be made.

Special Notes Must have shin-pads, mouthguard and hockey stick.



Indoor Rowing

At a glance… Co-ordinator:

Mrs Shelby Stewart Head of Rowing:

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 2 –Late May 2018 TBC

Venue: St Peter’s Lutheran College Performing Arts Centre, 66 Harts Rd Indooroopilly

Times: Students depart St Hilda’s 3.30pm and return at 10pm to Cougal St bus stop

Activity Description The Indoor Rowing Championships is an opportunity for BSRA Schools to showcase selected year level crew’s overall fitness in one evening of erg competitions. This event is full of excitement and energy and is a great event that kicks off the upcoming Term 3 Regatta Season.

Special Notes Year 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 students are selected by the Head of Rowing to compete in this event



Netball


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 3 - Training twice weekly.

Venue: St Hilda’s School, various QGSSSA venues



Activity Description Netball is a fantastic team sport that develops hand-eye co-ordination, ball skills, agility, match play and team spirit. Girls will enjoy a combination of fitness training, skill training, match practice and games, under the watchful eye and enthusiasm of experienced coaches.

Special Notes Training sessions are 2 sessions weekly (days and times to be advised). No netball experience is required for trials.



Rowing

At a glance… Co-ordinator:

Mrs Shelby Stewart Head of Rowing: Mr Adam Harrison

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Terms 2 and 3

Venue: TSS Boatshed for training. Gold Coast Regattas – Term 2. Wyaralong Dam for Regattas – Term 3.

Times: Mornings and afternoons, varied, 3 compulsory water sessions per week, 2 land training fitness sessions per week.

Activity Description Rowing is a sport that has wide ranging benefits. It is a life-long sport that not only provides superior overall fitness, but also allows children to develop important skills such as leadership, teamwork, social and organisational skills.

Special Notes To row in the Gold Coast Regattas there is a registration fee of $550 All rowers are required to row in a St Hilda’s rowing zoot suit, which can be purchased from the

Uniform Shop. An All Ages rowing camp is held in the June/July holidays for three days. A Seniors Rowing Camp is held at the end of the June/July holidays for four days. Selected crews are also expected to attend the State Championships Regatta in the September

holidays for four days.



Softball

At a glance…


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 1 (Open/Senior, Yr 10-12) and Term 4 (Junior, Yr 7-9) Training twice weekly.

Venue: Training: St Hilda’s School Games: Downey Park, Windsor

Times: Training: Tues & Wed 6.30am-7.50am

Competition:

Seniors (Yrs 10-12): Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 Mar 3 Juniors (Yrs 7-9): Oct 30 Nov 1, 7, 9

Activity Description Softball is a fielding sport, played between two teams of nine players. Students develop gross motor skills and tactical thinking as well as teamwork skills.

Special Notes QGSSSA match days are held at a central venue where all schools play each other over a

number of competition days.



Swimming

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mr Ken Malcolm

Contact: 07 5577 7281


Terms: Terms 1 and 4

Venue: St Hilda’s School Aquatic Centre

Times: Various and to be advised

Competition: Wednesday 7 March 2018 Chandler Aquatic Centre, Brisbane

Activity Description St Hilda’s swimming is available all year round, catering for Learn-to-Swim to Squad Level swimmers. Focus is placed on development of the correct technique. All programs are skill and ability based and as such each swimmer trains in a level of an equivalent age, ability, skill, dedication, fitness and competitive desire and also a love of the sport of swimming.

Special Notes QGSSSA – Terms 1 and 4 before and after school and Swimming Camp at the end of the

summer holidays and also a Swim Clinic during Term 1. Lead-up Meets Term 1. Squad – All year round before and after school and holiday camps Learn-to-swim – All year round after school and holiday intensive Club – All year round, Terms 1 and 4 every fortnight on a Friday night. Terms 2 and 3 once a

month on a Friday night. Students must commit to attending all training sessions for their level of ability. Selection of the QGSSSA team is based on attendance at training and performance at lead up

meets. Selection of the Andrews Cup Squad is based on Inter-House Carnival times. The Andrews

Cup Team is then based on training and performance at time trial meets.



Tennis

At a glance…


Contact: 07 5577 7278

Year Levels: QGSSSA – Years 7-12

Terms: Term 2 and 3. Training twice weekly.

Venue: St Hilda’s School and QGSSSA venues



Activity Description QGSSSA: Students will participate in tennis trials from which team selection will be made. Students who are selected will require a commitment to training twice a week during Term 2/3. These training sessions provide a good grounding for the competitions which are held each Saturday during Term 3.



Touch Football


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Terms 1 and 2 Training twice weekly

Venue: Owen Park (plus various QGSSSA venues)


Competition:


Activity Description Touch Football is probably the easiest sport to play with your friends. Touch is great for fitness involving short bursts of acceleration; movement patters include shuffling, stepping, changing direction all of which require agility while maintaining good body position. Touch requires skills such as catching, passing, dumping, side stepping, swerving and making touches all performed while moving across the ground forwards, backwards and laterally within the confines of the field.



Volleyball


Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Term 3 Training twice weekly

Venue: St Hilda’s SchoolSports Complex and QGSSSA venues



Activity Description Inter-school competition against other QGSSSA schools. Volleyball is a great team sport, catering for all skill levels. Students are coached and trained by experienced and elite coaches.

SECTION 2 – EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES


Section 2:

Extra-Curricular Activities



Gymnastics

At a glance …

Co-ordinator:

Delta Gymnastics - Gold Coast

Contact:

07 3262 0066 www.deltagym.com.au

Year Levels:

Years 7-12

Terms:

All year

Venue:

St Hilda’s Sports Complex

Times:

After school and Saturday classes

Competition: Levels gymnasts compete throughout the year.

Cost: TBA on application

Activity Description Delta Gold Coast offers fun, specialty gymnastics classes for St Hilda’s students in Years 7-12. Classes are held after school and on Saturdays. Join anytime, flexible membership options are available. Gymnastics helps improve co-ordination, strength, agility, and focus as well as making friends and having fun.

http://www.deltagym.com.au/



Individual Music Tuition

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Miss Janette Kelly

Contact: 07 5577 7235

Year Levels: Junior, Middle and Senior School years. (Commencement of tuition for students in lower Junior School may be dependent upon factors such as physical development and/or maturity)

Terms: All year

Venue: Various rooms in Junior and Senior Music areas – dependent on teacher

Times:

In general, lessons will be scheduled during class time, with all available

lesson times outside of School hours (i.e. lunch times, before and after

school) allocated preferentially to all Years 11 and 12 students, very young

Junior School students or students with special needs.

Middle and Senior School students (Years 7-10) will have lessons on a

rotating timetable, so that lessons are at a varying time each week.

Junior School students generally also have rotational lesson times during

class at varying times each week.

Please note, however,that only one 30-minute lesson per week can be

scheduled during class time. If your daughter learns two or more

instruments, then lessons for these extra instruments will be scheduled

outside class time.

Cost: See ‘Special Notes’ below

Activity Description St Hilda’s School is able to offer music tuition in the following musical instruments for 2017: Piano, Contemporary Keyboard, Organ, Voice (singing), Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Drums/Percussion, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass. Tuition is also available in Music Craft, Theory of Music and Musicianship.

Special Notes Fee Schedule 2018: Individual Lessons per semester (15 x 30 minute lessons) $620 Group Lessons per semester (15 x 30 minute lessons) $345 Longer Lesson times may be recommended for advanced students, and fees then increase

proportionally from those stated above, e.g. Individual Lessons per semester (15 x 45 minute lesson) $930 Individual Lessons per semester (15 x 1 hour lessons) $1240 Group lessons are only recommended for beginners, i.e. students with less than twelve (12)

months’ tuition. These lessons are only available if there is another student of equal standard requesting tuition also.

Other costs may include the purchase of music books, exam/competition entry fees and accompanist fees.



Individual Speech and Drama Tuition Trinity College of London

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Belinda Gravel

Contact: 07 5577 7289

Year Levels: Junior (Years 4-6), Middle and Senior School years.

Terms: All Year

Venue: Lower level Davenport Classrooms, Middle School precinct

Times: Lessons are timetabled at the beginning of the School Year, based upon teacher and time availability, grade/s studied and year level of the student.

Cost: See ‘Special Notes’ below

Activity Description St Hilda’s School Drama Faculty is able to offer tuition in Speech and Drama in partnership with Trinity College of London. Trinity is an international examining board that offers a range of syllabi and exams in disciplines such as Speech and Drama, Acting, Communication, Performing Arts and Performing Text. Lessons are conducted on either a pair or individual basis. Students are encouraged to participate in Exams, Performers Festivals and Eisteddfods, yet students may come to the program with a range of goals such as to develop their skills and confidence in speech, performance and communication and nurture appreciation for literature and foster their passion and talents for Drama.

Special Notes Fee Schedule 2018: Individual Lessons per semester (15 x 30 minute lessons) $555.00 Pair Lessons per semester (15 x 30 minute lessons) $305.00 It is recommended that students studying Grade 5 and above should undertake individual

lessons. Other costs may include the purchase of books and exam/competition entry fees.



Club Netball

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Miss Olivia Salter

Contact: 5577 7278

Year Levels: Years 8 – 10 (Intermediate)

Terms: Term 1-2 (Season 1) Term 3-4 (Season 2)

Venue: Southport Carrara Netball Courts, Benowa

Times: 5.00pm – 6.00pm

Competition: Monday Afternoons

Cost: TBA

Activity Description A great team sport promoting skill development and match play. Students competing in Club Netball are expected to train once a week.



Club Touch

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Mel Lilley, Middle/Senior School

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: All year

Venue: Games (Wednesday nights) – Owen Park, Queen Street Southport


Competition: Gold Coast Touch Senior Competition Season 1 February - June Season 2 August – November

Cost: TBA

Activity Description Touch Football is probably the easiest sport to play with your friends. Touch is great for fitness involving short bursts of acceleration; movement patters include shuffling, stepping, changing direction all of which require agility while maintaining good body position. Touch requires skills such as catching, passing, dumping, side stepping, swerving and making touches all performed while moving across the ground forwards, backwards and laterally within the confines of the field.

Special Notes Commitment required is arriving 20 minutes before games to commence for warm up/training.



Golf

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Mrs Shelby Stewart

Contact: 07 5577 7278


Terms: Wednesday 3.30pm-5pm during term time

Venue: Southport Golf Club

Times: 3.30pm to 5.15pm

Cost: TBA

Activity Description Students are provided with an opportunity to participate in competitions where their talents can be recognised and applauded.

Special Notes Students will travel by maxi taxi to and from the venue. If the number of interested girls per term does not exceed 5 the activity will not proceed. Golf

lessons will however be something that interested students can pursue privately under parent and guardian supervision. We can provide information to assist.



Snow Sports

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: This is a Parent-led activity for participation in the mid-year Queensland Interschool Snowsports Championships.

Contact: TBC


Terms: June/July Holidays

Venue: Thredbo, NSW


Activity Description Participation is available to interested St Hilda’s families who would like to work together and accompany their daughters to the 2018 Queensland Interschool Snowsports Championships held in the Perisher Valley in July. The event is designed to cater for the majority of skiers’ levels of ability and will comprise of an Alpine GS Race, Skier X and Moguls competition as well as Snowboard GS race and Snowboard X race.

Special Notes Families are responsible for organising their travel and accommodation, supervision of their

daughter/s and fulfilling volunteering roles as required at the event. Schools can compete as individuals or teams, with combined times of the fastest three skiers per

team There are a maximum of four people per team. Divisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 can compete and racers can ski up a division. The race is open to every year level. There will be an information meeting about the Championships held at the school in early March

for any interested families.



Swimming

At a glance…

Co-ordinator: St Hilda’s Aquatic Centre Head Coach: Mr Kenneth Malcom

Contact: 07 5577 7277

Year Levels: All Year Levels

Terms: Terms 1 - 4

Venue: St Hilda’s Aquatic Centre

Times: Various and to be advised

Cost: Refer to website

Activity Description St Hilda’s swimming is available all year round, catering for Learn-to-Swim to Squad Level swimmers. Focus is placed on development of the correct technique. All programs are skill and ability based and as such each swimmer trains in a level of an equivalent age, ability, skill, dedication, fitness and competitive desire and also a love of the sport of swimming.

Special Notes Squad – All year round before and after school and holiday camps Learn-to-swim – All year round after school and holiday intensive Club – All year round, Terms 1 and 4 every fortnight on a Friday night. Terms 2 and 3 once a

month on a Friday night. Students must commit to attending all training sessions for their level of ability. Information on selection of the QGSSSA team will be available each season on Parent Lounge. Selection of the Andrews Cup Squad is based on Inter-House Carnival times. The Andrews

Cup Team is then based on training and performance at time trial meets.



Tennis Pure Tennis St Hilda’s

At a glance… Co-ordinator: Nick Hughes

Contact: 07 5577 7271 (St Hild’as Office)

Year Levels: Pre Prep – Year 12

Terms: All 4 Terms

Venue: Turbayne Centre St Hilda’s School

Times: 6.30am-9.00pm Monday-Friday and Saturday mornings

Cost: Varies depending on program (details available by phoning main reception)

Activity Description Performance squad This program is tailored towards High Performance Training and Competition at AMT, ITF Junior Circuit as well as students at Opens and A QGSSSSA level achieving technical excellence, implementing preferred game plans with the use of individual weapons and physical development. Cardio Tennis Set to high-energy music, cardio tennis is truly the next big thing in group fitness and is sure to be just as rewarding and extremely enjoyable. The combination of tennis drills with cardio bursts and aerobic exercise gives participants a fantastic all round cardio workout. Junior Development Squads This program is the early stage of becoming a more all round tennis player. It is tailored to players of a younger age learning the skills required to train in a squad with a little bit more emphasis on the physical demands of the game. Private Lessons If you want to see rapid improvements in your game private coaching offers the most effective way to boost your tennis skills through personalised one-on-one sessions with our nationally accredited coaches. Working on your technical and tactical part of the game.



Section 3:

Service Activities



Service Activities Non Nobis Solum As a school community, we believe the ethos of the School should reflect our core values: Compassion, Love, Hope, Grace and Forgiveness. We encourage students to consider these values, thereby developing knowledge, skills and attitudes that enable them to develop as reflective learners mindful of how their actions can have a positive impact on those around them. The School Motto, Non Nobis Solum – Not for Ourselves Alone, is an important principle that guides the School’s community service activities. Schools play a major role in fostering the attitude, skills, and knowledge students require so that they may develop into caring adults. Through participation in service activities, students learn that the purpose of their education is to have a positive impact on the people and the world around them. Each student needs to be able to relate the ideas and concepts to themselves, take ownership and responsibility and hopefully, develop and grow into citizens who contribute positively to their communities. Providing community service opportunities during school years can create a habit that has lasting effects. Community Service Activities Service activities give students the chance to serve the wider community, both locally and globally, through raising money and awareness, and taking action where possible. Service activities give students the chance to serve the wider community, both locally and globally, through raising money and awareness, and taking action where possible: MIDDLE SCHOOL Amnesty International Buddy Program Creative Connections Committee Cultural Connections Committee Focus Weeks Media Group Mother’s Day Classic National Walk/Run Non Nobis Solum Committee RSL Poppy Day Student Academic Mentors Student Ambassador Student2Student Surfers Paradise Anglian Crisis Centre Christmas Appeal Ushering at School Events SENIOR SCHOOL Amnesty International Coaching Junior DebatingTeams Coaching Junior SportsTeams Kmart Wishing Tree Mother’s Day Classic National Walk/Run Non Nobis Solum Rosies Friends on the Street Senior School Coffee Shop Student Ambassador Surfers Paradise Anglican Crisis Centre Christmas Appeal Tutoring younger students Ushering at School Events Year 11 Mentoring Program



EDUCATIONAL TOURS St Hilda’s offers opportunities for students to experience a range of tours to enable a range of education and service programs. Tours are advertised through daily correspondence during the course of Semester 1 for the following year.

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