Year Adviser Reports
Year 7
We have come to the end of another action packed term. Congratulations to all Year 7 students who have involved themselves in many recent extra-curricular activities.
We began the term with our Athletics Carnival at Mingara where Esha Dobie, Cooper Schoch, Posie Nuttall and Excel Egwutuoha were particularly impressive. We then moved to our Cross Country Carnival where Mio Pagacs and Jade Patrick became age champions. It was also impressive to see many Year 7 students volunteer their time to assist with the Special Education Come and Try Sports Day.
In performing arts, Tabitha Cockburn and Alydia Dumpert produced commendable performances against their older peers in our annual Henry Kendall’s Got Talent showcase. Alydia is to be further congratulated for her efforts at the ’On-Track’ music showcase where she performed an excellent rendition of ‘Escape My Mind’.
Our YAP students have had an interesting term and have generated some amazing work. Their Viking Diaries showcased a great depth of knowledge and allowed their creative abilities to shine. This was supported by students working on TED Talks in PBL that centred around the perfect warrior.
In Middle School, students have impressed with the numerous amounts of ideas that have been generated in their ‘Party Planner’ tasks. It was nice to see students exploring their own interest areas and working collaboratively with their peers. In Global Awareness, students are finishing up their work on Geography and will start with History next term.
A reminder that Vivo’s are awarded to students as a reward for positive behaviour. Congratulations to Lachlan Gunn and Jake Matthews who have received the most amount of Vivo’s in Year 7 for Term 2.
Half way through Year 7 already! Enjoy the holiday break and I look forward to seeing everyone back next term.
Mr Matthew Reece
Year 7 Adviser
Year 8
Well done Year 8 to another successful term. Term 2 has been a busy, but an enjoyable term. Year 8 has been showing their application of our motto, ‘persevere’, towards their studies and they should be commended on this.
Year 8 students have been engaging in the SALSA program, which has been lead by Year 10 students. They have been thoroughly enjoying this course and making positive and insightful interaction with both their peers and Year 10 leaders.
Students have been actively getting involved in a number of activities to help, support and represent Henry Kendall. In week 9 we had a Year 8 band, consisting of Skye Regan on vocals, Oliver Debus on lead guitar, Ben Toohey on rhythm guitar, Kyle Dowling on Bass and Joel Trainor on drums, competed in Henry Kendall’s Got Talent. In their first round they got an amazing score of 27 out of 30, this was the highest score for their pool and they went on to the final on Friday. Again they complete on Friday’s final and they took out the entire competition, which is to their credit as they were the youngest competitors in the final. Well Done!
Year 8 continue to earn Vivos and the top 5 have been celebrated every week. Well done to the all student who achieved this. Everyone is to continue to keep working hard and earning Vivos so they receive some amazing prizes from Vivos shop.
Have a safe and relaxing holiday Year
Miss Cassandra McLennan
Year 8 Adviser
Year 9
Term 2 has been a very busy term for Year 9. Students have worked very hard on their assessment tasks and their reports will reflect their effort and achievement. It is obvious from reading the reports that most Year 9 students have risen to the challenge of Stage 5 studies and have demonstrated significant progress. Other students could do with increased application and they should make this a goal for semester 2.
Year 9 students have also been represented in a variety of extra-curricular activities including sports, interact and in particular Duke of Edinburgh. I was very proud to see the photos and report on assembly and it looks like the group had a great time and learnt very valuable skills on the way. I would encourage all of Year 9 students to consider involving themselves more in opportunities presented to them at Henry Kendall High School as these extra activities contribute greatly to richness in education. On that note I have mentioned to the students that leadership opportunities will be offered to Year 9 students going into Year 10. The first will be as STAR mentors. In this role students are trained to become mentors to students entering high school next year who need a little extra help transitioning. Further information will be given next term.
I hope all the students and their families have a relaxing holiday and come back refreshed ready for semester 2.
Mrs Julie Starkey
Year 9 Adviser
Year 10
Another term has passed and Year 10 has been very busy. Thank you to all who attended the subject selection information night in week 8, the night always provides the necessary information to parents and students about senior pathway choices and what it’s like in senior years at Henry Kendall High School. Please continue to reflect and take on feedback from your teachers when it comes to choosing your courses and do what you think is right for you and your academic ability.
Year 10 are reminded that they need to be paying their deposit for their senior jackets and trying on the sample sizes during the break times listed. They also need to be paying their deposit for the Stage Six Preparation Program to be held later on in the year.
On the first day back in Term 3 (24/07/2018), Year 10 will be undergoing a formal interview process that will see students discuss their future pathways with an executive member of staff. Students have been issued their individual times and have been instructed to come prepared.
It has been wonderful getting to know these students and their families throughout my first term as Year 10 Adviser and I wish you all a happy and safe holiday.
Mrs Jade Draper
Year 10 Adviser
Year 11
Year 11 have are now past the half-way point of their Preliminary HSC. Students have worked diligently throughout the first semester, demonstrating the skills and attributes of a successful year group. I have had an overwhelming amount of positive feedback from many teachers regarding the effort and maturity you are bringing to each class and within the playground. I would like each student to reflect on their year so far, celebrating the successors many of you have had. I also encourage you to reflect on the times when challenges may have hindered you from reaching your personal best and create a plan to better prepare if a similar situation occurs again.
The application process for School Captain, Vice-Captain and Prefects 2019 is now in full swing. Last week, students who were interested in the role were given the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with our current captains, Joel Ryan and Mae Johnson. Thank you to these wonderful students for their honest feedback and optimism about the process and overall role. Applications are due back at the beginning of week 2, closely followed by the interview and candidate speeches. We have many students with strong leadership qualities and I look forward to moving through the interview process with you all.
As we move into the second half the year, and a little closer to the HSC, I encourage students to continue demonstrating your strong sense of maturity and work ethic. All students must take pride and ownership over their work to ensure personal best results are reflected. Continue the strong bonds we have as a year group and support each other as a team.
Congratulations to students who participated in the Henry Kendall’s Got Talent competition this term. We had two strong performances in the final showdown. It was fantastic to see a large amount of our cohort go along to support a fantastic cause and cheer on their fellow classmates, very loudly!!!
I hope you all have a safe and relaxing holiday. I look forward to conquering the final part of our Preliminary HSC together.
Miss Tegan Perkins
Year 11 Adviser
Year 12
Well another term has passed and our Year 12 students are edging nearer to the end of their HSC. This term has been pivotal in preparing the students for the upcoming exam period. The students have worked very hard and have made significant leaps forward on the journey.
With the holiday period upon us, there is an opportunity for the students to reflect on their accomplishments and organise themselves for the upcoming term. I would like to encourage all students to speak with their teachers prior to the break so that they can use their time efficiently and focus on areas that need improving.
I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday and look forward to seeing you all reinvigorated next term.
Mr Michael Mellish
Year 12 Adviser