ASC Agriculture - Livestock Team Highlights

What an incredible semester for our Livestock Team! Our students have represented our school with excellence at both the Colin Say Glen Innes Beef Extravaganza and the Upper Hunter Scone Beef Bonanza, two amazing events where hard work, teamwork, and passion were on full display!

A huge congratulations to the following students for their outstanding achievements:

Matty Andrews: Junior Judging success at both the Beef Extravaganza and the Scone Bonanza, plus a win in the Paraders competition at both events!

Felicity Bailey: Top performer in the Paraders competition at the Beef Extravaganza!

Britney Tarrant: 2nd place in 15 years Paraders

Aliyah Snape: 5th place in 16 years Paraders

With over 750 students competing, these results are nothing short of impressive!

Special mention to our steers: At the Scone Beef Bonanza, we proudly secured a second, third, and fifth place, plus a highly commended. Out of over 400 head of cattle, this is a monumental achievement, and all our cattle were in the top ranks—what a success!

A massive thank you to Richard and Heather Cole - Lachlandale Limousins, Forbes, for their continued support in providing us with top-quality steers. Your generosity helps make these wins possible!

Lastly, a heartfelt thank you to Grace Collins, our amazing camp mum and invaluable team member, for all her hard work at the competitions. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Two ASC boys netball teams travelled to Sydney for the Netball NSW Schools Cup State Finals, and what an incredible effort they put in!

Our Year 8 team finished in the top 8, and the Year 10 team placed in the top 6 in the state – a fantastic achievement!

A huge thank you to Mr Lacey for driving the bus, and to Mrs Tarrant and Mrs Peterson for their dedication in coaching the teams.

We’re so proud of all the boys for their hard work and sportsmanship!

The ASC Future Teacher's Club attened the University of Sydney! T

It’s a fantastic opportunity for our students to gain insights, connect with industry professionals, and further their passion for teaching. Can’t wait to see all the knowledge they’ll bring back!

Year 8 Camp

Year 8 Camp Fun at Port Macquarie!

Our Year 8 students are having an absolute blast at their camp in Port Macquarie this week! From exciting outdoor activities to bonding with friends, it’s been a week full of laughter, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

The students are embracing every moment, making the most of nature, teamwork, and all the fun challenges that come with camp life!

Year 9 Camp

Year 9 Coffs Harbour Camp - Week 5 Recap

In Week 5 of this term, Year 9 students embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Coffs Harbour for their annual camp. The excitement began right from the start, with a refreshing stop at Dorrigo National Park Lookout, where students enjoyed stunning views of the clouds (though not much else!) as they stretched their legs.

Upon arrival at Darlington Beach Resort, we were welcomed by Sharon, our friendly camp liaison, who provided us with an overview of the camp rules and a humorous warning about the aggressively friendly wildlife that would accompany us throughout the week. Kangaroos and Brush-turkeys were frequent visitors, with some even boldly demanding breakfast!

The week was packed with a variety of activities that kept everyone engaged and excited. We split into smaller groups, rotating through the day's events. One memorable day included full access to the Big Banana, where students had the chance to enjoy the ice-skating rink, water park, laser tag, toboggan rides, giant slides, mini golf, and even a 4D cinema experience!

Another highlight was swinging through the rainforest at Treetops Adventure. Harnessed up and ready to face the challenge, students climbed, jumped, and zip-lined through the treetops, pushing themselves to conquer tough obstacles and overcome their fears.

The final activity of the trip was the Bear Grylls Survival Academy, where students learned essential survival skills, including how to build aqueducts, start a fire using flint and steel, construct a tent from scratch, and even sample meal worms! It was an excellent hands-on learning experience that also taught the importance of teamwork in overcoming challenges.

Overall, the Year 9 camp was a huge success, filled with new experiences, exciting activities, and plenty of fun. It was an adventure that will undoubtedly leave students with lifelong memories and stories to share!

Year 10 Camp Adventure to Sydney!

Our Year 10 students had an amazing time on their trip to Sydney! From exploring iconic landmarks to unforgettable experiences, the camp was packed with fun and learning. Here's a look at their exciting journey:

Toronga Zoo, Sydney: They got up close with Australia’s unique wildlife.

Q Station: A fascinating historical site, where they explored Sydney's quarantine history.

Australian Museum: An inspiring stop with incredible exhibits and rich history.

Sea Life Aquarium: They dived into the wonders of the ocean!

Cables Wake & Aqua Park: Thrilling water fun for everyone!

What a memorable trip filled with laughter, learning, and adventure!

MATHS COMPETITIONS

This year ASC had a number of students participate in a variety of different Mathematics Competitions. We had some very pleasing results which are outlined below.

These are internationally recognised competitions with a high academic standard. All of the awards listed below represent outstanding achievement.

Kangourou sans frontieres

High Distinction: Bill Andersson and Hugh Watson-Rote

Distinction: Tim Flavel, Tristan Todd, Reuben Kennedy and Dezi Suddaby.

Credit: Ben Kirkaldy, Thomas McDonagh, Tilly Wise, Alma Kanety, Hugo Moulynox, Daniel Hellyar, Jay Gates, Oliver Rush, Soren McCarthy Wilkie, Rachel Gooley, Akash Islam, Brooke Hellyar, Bradley Sawaki-Gillard, Marley Doak, Isaac Hellyar and Anna Gooley.

Australian Mathematics Challenge

High Distinction: Reuben Kennedy, Dezi Suddaby and Hugh Watson-Rote

Distinction: Aayan Ahmed

Credit: Ovindu Chandrasena, Ayalla Kanety, Rebecca Billingsley and Tommy Nguyen.

Australian Mathematics Competition

Best in School Certificate: Tim Flavel

High Distinction: Tim Flavel, Reuben Kennedy and Hugh Watson-Rote

Distinction: Tristan Todd, Dezi Suddaby, Toby Andrews and Bradley Sawaki-Gillard

Credit: Ben Kirkaldy, Bill Andersson, Rebecca Billingsley, Ayalla Kanety, Alexander Lewis, Samuel Clayton, Amaya Greene, Darcy Andrews, Adithya Sooriya Hettige, Jake Rowbottom, Thomas McDonagh, Kaitlyn Smith, Luke Rees, Mandy Chen, Oliver Doak, Jay Gates, Busby Model, Soren McCarthy Wilkie, Archie Howarth, Aayan Ahmed, Marley Doak and Anna Gooley,

Mathematics Enrichment

Distinction: Dezi Suddaby.

Australian Intermediate Mathematics Olympiad

High Distinction: Hugh Watson-Rote

Credit: Tristan Todd and Reuben Kennedy.

Australian Informatics Olympiad

Bronze award: Bradley Sawaki-Gillard.

Congratulations to all these students and to all other students who participated this year. We look forward to seeing a high level of participation again next year!

Mr Suddaby and Ms Wijewickrama.

Congratulations to Year 12 Student Jack McLeod!

We are incredibly proud to announce that Jack has been awarded the highest honour available for Northwest School Sports Association representatives – The Northwest Blue!

Jack earned this prestigious recognition for his selection in the NSW CHS 1st XV Under 18s Rugby Union team. Over the past two years, Jack has represented Northwest at the state trials, winning back-to-back medals—bronze and silver—alongside fellow ASC students Dallas Kelly, Cooper Collins, and Henry Blackwell, all under the guidance of ASC Teacher Mr. Jason Walker.

Starting his rugby journey as a Year 7 student at ASC, Jack has consistently represented the school with excellence in both League and Union.

Looking ahead, Jack will be joining the Sydney First Grade Rugby Union Club, West Harbour, next year.

We wish him all the best in his future endeavours and can’t wait to see where his talent takes him!

SRE Christmas Celebration

Students had Christmas all wrapped up for this year’s SRE Christmas Celebration. Stories of the first Christmas, games, prizes and Armidale’s very own Christmas tree all helped us reflect on the question - What does Christmas have to do with love? BOOST student leaders and local volunteers led discussions and activities for a joyful and thought-provoking time.

Schools Spectacular 2024!

We are incredibly proud to have had our talented Armidale Secondary College students featured in the Schools Spectacular 2024! Congratulations to those who performed in the Aboriginal Dance Company, Aboriginal Dance Ensemble, and the Combined Dance ABBA number. Their dedication, passion, and hard work were truly inspiring, and it was an honor to see them represent our school on such a grand stage.

A big thank you to all involved for their outstanding performances at this year’s Schools Spectacular!

Term V Activity Flower making.

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