COLLEGE NEWS
Welcome
It looks like Autumn is nearly here, with cooler evenings and blue skies. Learning and fun co-curricular activities are in full swing at the College and assessment tasks are building. We hope you have all enjoyed the start to Term 1 and we wish all competitors and non-competitors the best at our swimming carnival on Monday.
Act Now - Applications Open for Year 7 2022
If you have not submitted an application for your child to enrol in Year 7 next year, we encourage you to apply now.
Enrolment interviews have commenced, if you still need to apply, please contact the enrolments team at enrolments@trac.nsw.edu.au to let us know you will be submitting an application.
Click here to download an application form.
Year 11 Information Evening- HSC and International Baccalaureate
When: Wednesday 3rd March, 6 PM.
Where: The evening will occur by Google Meet, with forms being utilised for any arising questions on the night.
Who: We would love for all Year 11 students and parents to be a part of the evening. The evening will begin with a presentation from the Head of Senior School and Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning, followed by a discreet Google Meet for each course stream.
How: A link to the Google Meet/s will be sent this Friday, along with the respective assessment booklets for International Baccalaureate and Higher School Certificate students.
Technical Requirements: You will need a Gmail account, or you could use the gmail account of your child on their laptop! We recommend one connection per household to ensure there are no connectivity issues. A copy of a link to the Q and A elements will be forwarded to everyone in the meet on the evening.
Is it being recorded? Yes - a copy of the resultant video will be sent to all parents in the following week after the event.
If you have any further questions, please email Anthony.heffer@trac.nsw.edu.au
The College Wordmasters Club
Inviting all students to become a Wordmaster!
The Wordmasters Club is a place where students are challenged to become the very best communicators they can be, whether that is speaking, debating or writing.
The Wordmasters Pubic Speaking and Debating Club will meet every Wednesday lunch in the new demountable Room 8 (DM8). Students will play word games, deliver impromptu speeches, participate in random debates – and all while exploring the BIG questions about life. Having fun with words and speech is the perfect way to prepare for competitions (although participation in competitions is not compulsory) and this year we will be competing in local public speaking competitions as well as the HICES Debating Competition, and (Covid permitting) the UN Youth NSW Evatt Competition. There will be opportunities to compete in the House Debating Competition and there may also be opportunities to debate against local schools.
For those students who prefer writing more than speaking, this year Miss Hislop will be guiding the Wordmasters Writing Club where students can extend their writing skills and dabble with all forms of creative writing from short stories to poetry or lyrics, or perhaps even non-fiction. Whatever students may like to write – the Wordmasters Writing Club is the place to be. Student work may be chosen to be published in the College Newsletter or TRAC Record, or the local paper, and there will also be the opportunity to compete in official writing competitions. This is the club to join for students who just want to play with language and improve their writing skills or for those who may dream of becoming a professional, published writer or journalist. The Wordmasters Writing Club will meet every second Friday lunch of Week B – in DM8.
Whether public speaking, debating or writing, students will be challenged to become an articulate and confident communicator – a skill that they will carry with them into their future career and - the rest of their life.
Be a Wordmaster today!
This has been an English Faculty announcement.
For further information, please see Mrs Hawke, Mr Studdert or Miss Hislop.
Thank you
Australian Geography Competition
The College encourages students to enter a variety of national academic competitions and challenges.
The Australian Geography Competition will take place at the College in class time for Year 8, 9, 10 and 11 Geography students on 29, 30 or 31 March in Term 1.
Participation in competitions is a way of demonstrating commitment, enthusiasm, perseverance and a willingness to take on a challenge. Traditionally, our students are keen participants.
Should you wish your child to enter the competition, please complete the attached page and return it with the entry fee to the College office by Friday 26 February 2021. No late entries can be accepted.
The cost to enter the Australian Geography Competition is $ 4.00
For more information about the competition, please visit geographycompetition.org.au
Maryanne Voss | Head of Department - HSIE
White Card Course
All students in Years 9, 10, 11,12 who are considering work experience or work placement in the Construction industry must have a White Card. This is a legal requirement. The course will be offered at the Collge on Thursday 25 March and Friday 26 March. Check the Careers Classroom and the Careers Office (printed forms) for enrolment forms.
Trac Idol
Trac Idol is coming! Time for our annual informal talent show at the College. If you would like to present an item for the end of term performance, stay tuned to the Daily Notices in Compass. More information will be coming in the next week.
Secondary Students - Sport Next Week
A reminder to all Secondary students, sport will be off-campus next week. Please ensure you have a drink bottle and wear your hat.
Online Payments
A Reminder to all families
When making online payments please ensure you use your Debtor ID as the reference for the payment.
This six digit ID number is found on your Statement, or please contact the office if you are unsure.
Thank you.
From the Finance Team
Principal's Assembly
This week's Principal's Assembly began with Chapel. College Chaplain, Mr Tyndall proclaimed to staff and students that our existence matters to God, even if we ignore Him, His love is eternal.
Mr Howard spoke about safety around cars and buses at the end of the school day. Students were reminded they are NOT to access parent vehicles on Farrer Road, they must wait until the cars have pulled into the designated drop/pick up zone.
Karin (on behalf of the Amnesty International student group) presented Head of Secondary School, Mr Ingold with a certificate of appreciation from 'Act for Peace' for raising $7 496 for the 2020 Ration Challenge. Congratulations to all participants for this wonderful achievement.
'House Wars' followed the Assembly with Mrs Liakatos and Year 12 running an activity as a warm-up to the Swimming Carnival on Monday. Mrs Jenkins and Mrs Passlow set the mood with some very distinctive costumes. Pool noodles were passed down the line of students from each House. Noodles needed to go over the head of one and between the legs of the next until it reached the end of the line.
Sheppard House were victorious in the event although the competition was very close!
Apply Now for K-12 2022!
We encourage all families to submit their application as soon as possible for enrolment next year in K-12.
Application Forms are available here.
All enquiries can be emailed to: enrolments@trac.nsw.edu.
Gundagai Show
The Riverina Anglican College Sheep and Cattle teams were incredibly professional in representing the college at the Gundagai Show over the weekend.
The Cattle team: Caitlin, Charlotte, Katie, Sophie, Evie, Ella, Georgia, Juliette, Angus, Owen, Jack, and Indigo came away with the following results - Jack 2nd place in the Junior Paraders; Indigo 3rd place in the Junior Paraders, and our Pemberton Park Speckle at 6 months old and only weaned 2 weeks ago won the lightweight led steer competition.
The Sheep team: Anwar, Tom, Zander and James brought home a few ribbons with the "College Park" Poll Dorsett Stud sheep. These included - 3 First place, 4 Second place and 3 Third place.
A big thank you to team mentors Jacob and Paddy, and to Hillary for managing the campsite. Also thanks to Dean, Tom, Mr Begg, Mrs Woodgate and Mrs Rodham for their assistance.
Year 3/4 Girls Soccer Gala Day
Some of our Year 3 and 4 girls were the first students to go on an excursion from our new Junior School last week to represent the College at a Soccer Gala Day. They had a wonderful day building new friendships and creating chants and songs as they cheered from the sidelines. These students displayed excellent sportsmanship and represented the College with pride.
Year 3/4 Boys Soccer Gala Day
Years 3 and 4 boys enjoyed their Soccer Gala Day last week. They were lucky enough to have two Year 10 PASS students help coach as well. A big thank you to Dougal and Ethan. A Year 3 student was heard to exclaim “today was the best day ever"!
It's a string thing!
Year 1 student, Sydney Miller loves music and dancing and who would have thought we would have a violin small enough for Sydney's little fingers. Today, Sydney found out how to hold the violin and bow with the help of violin tutor Danita Harris. Enrolments are now open for private string lessons and for our Year 4 beginner String Program.
2021 Wagga School Leaders Program
This week we had four representatives from the College attend the 2021 Wagga School Leaders Program (Hannah, Aimee, Isabel and Sarah) at Charles Sturt University.
The Program’s objective is to develop young, aspiring high school students into positive, successful ambassadors for the city. Students participating in the program attend seven modules over 6 days across the course of the year, with each module of the curriculum designed to achieve different learning outcomes.
Thank you to Mrs Knight (College Careers Adviser) and Committee 4 Wagga (C4W) for your support of our students.
Outdoor Education Cafe
Lunch Orders for Secondary School Students
The Outdoor Education Cafe is now using School24 to manage the ordering of lunches for Secondary School students. Outdoor Education students will make changes to the menu as their skill level in the kitchen develops.
Parents and students are reminded that ordering for each day closes at 8:30 am.
School24 will be releasing an App very soon.
To register or to place an order with School24 visit: https://www.school24.net.au/canteenorder/register
The College Code is: 25308963
When registering for the first time ensure you select the House your child is in Eg Year 7 Browning.
Lunches are to be collected at the undercover area outside the Art building.
Alex Sarantakos | Head of Operations
Outdoor Ed Cafe Snack Menu
Menu items available at recess and lunch for secondary students:
- Slushie $2 SML - $3 REG
- Fruit box $1.00
- Chocolate Milk $2.00
- Sugar-Free Coke $2.00
- Smiths Chips $2.00
- Cookie $2.00
- Hot Chocolate $3.00 REG - $4.00 LG
- Cheese and Bacon Roll $2.50
Swimming Carnival
College Swimming Carnival.
Monday 1st March.
For more information visit the 'Sport' newsletter page.
Homework Help
Homework Help assists in bridging the gap between learning at school and learning at home and helps establish habits of study and self-discipline while developing skills such as research and time management. Achieving a balance between school and homework, music and sports practice, as well as recreational activities and free time, is essential for the wellbeing and whole-person development of our students.
Every Wednesday from 3:30pm - 4:30pm during the term, the Library is open to secondary students for 'Homework Help'. Teachers from different faculties assist students with their study, homework or preparing for exams. From time to time, Homework Help may need to be cancelled, this announcement is made on the notices via Compass and on our Facebook page.
Term Dates for 2021
Term 1 concludes - Thursday 1 April 2021
Term 2 commences - Tuesday 20 April 2021
Term 2 concludes - Thursday 17 June 2021
Term 3 commences - Monday 12 July 2021
Term 3 concludes - Friday 17 September 2021
Term 4 commences - Tuesday 5 October 2021
Term 4 concludes - Wednesday 8 December 2021
Parking at the front of the College
Please be aware that Farrer Road in front of the College is now a no parking zone. Some parents have been choosing to pick up students or park on Farrer Road. It is now marked with a solid yellow line. Disobeying this “No Stopping restriction” can result in a fine of $257, or a fine of $330 and two demerit points in a school zone.
Please use the designated Parent Pickup Area.
Trevor Howard | Deputy Principal - Head of Campus
Have you downloaded the Compass Parent Portal?
All families should have received an email inviting you to download the compass School Manager for Parents. This communication platform is a secure site where you can access an array of information about your child/children.
Access to the College
We thank all parents, staff and students for their patience as we work through the interim arrangements for accessing, parking and conducting drop off or pick up.
Please view the parking arrangements in the image above if you are not familiar with the parking arrangements in the image
Driving to School - Year 11 and 12
Students in Years 11 and 12 who wish to drive to school, need to ensure the following steps are taken and agreed to before students are permitted to drive to and from the College.
• Complete a 'Driving to School Permission Form' (see attached), and return the signed form to the College Office for processing.
• Taking Passengers - Any student travelling in the car of another student will be required to complete the 'Passenger Permission Form' (see attached), and return the signed form to the College Office for processing.
The College recommends that siblings be permitted and, at most, one other authorised person.
Vehicles must not leave the College during the day without the student/s signing out from the College Office.
Driving to School Forms:
Driving to School Permission Form
College Office
Absence Process
Student absences should be reported to the Compass Parent Portal, preferably by 9am.
Do you need to update your contact details?
Have you moved address or had a change in your family circumstances and need to update your contact details?
If you have changed your contact details recently. We urge you to contact the College office to update your phone numbers and email, so if we need to contact you urgently we can do so.
Please email Office@trac.nsw.edu.au
with your current details.
Medical Action Plans
If your child has a Medical Action Plan please ensure that the College Office has an up-to date copy for the student's file and Sickbay.
If you need more information, please contact the Office on 69 331811 or Office@trac.nsw.edu.au
Long-term Absences
If the student will be absent for more than 2 weeks (10 school days), an application to the Principal is required via the Application for Extended Leave - Vacation/Travel Form prior to departure. Once this document is completed by the Parent/Guardian, please return to the College Office for processing. You will then receive a Certificate of Extended Leave - Vacation/Travel.
Students who will be absent for shorter periods of time (less than 2 weeks) are also required to supply written notification to the College.
All student long-term absences should be reported to the College via email absences@trac.nsw.edu.au.