COLLEGE NEWS
Welcome
Welcome to the 15th edition of the College Newsletter, and the first edition for Term 4.
This week saw the induction of the 2020-2021 Student Leaders for 2021 and the commencement of the HSC Exams for Year 12 students.
2020-2021 Student Leadership Induction Service
On Monday, during the Principal's Assembly, our 2021 Student Leaders were inducted. We welcome this team who will develop a vibrant and mature culture at our College. Each of these leaders are outstanding young men and women in all regards.
Congratulations on your induction to the 2021 Student Leadership team!
Further details can be found on the Principal's Report page.
Junior School Examinations
The Junior examination timetable will commence on Monday 2nd November and will continue through till Friday 6th November. Copies of the timetables have been emailed to Parents and Carers.
Students can access their timetable through their year group Google classroom, the timetables can also be found on the College website here.
Students will have normal classes when they do not have an exam. Homework and assessments will be suspended for this time period as it is expected students will be focused on exam preparation. Some exams will be held during a class that is not for that subject, this is to ensure all students sit subject exams at the same time.
English, Mathematics and Science exams (and HSIE for Year 10) will be held in the Gym to help familiarise students with the setting and protocols of a formal examination venue. Junior exams are also an opportunity for students to begin developing time management and study techniques that work for them.
All students are encouraged to talk with their subject and homeroom teachers for information regarding the content that will be examined and suggestions for study techniques.
Students must follow the Illness and Misadventure process if they are unable to attend an exam. Information of the process along with an Illness and Misadventure Application Form was sent out with the timetables and can also be found underneath the parent portal on the College website here.
Students will still have sport during their designated afternoon and can still wear their sports uniform on that day.
If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email.
Helen Foster | Head of Academic Administration
College Term Dates for 2021
Please find attached below the College Term dates for 2021.
Introducing the Heads of Houses for 2021
Introducing the new Heads of Houses for 2021 at The Riverina Anglican College. These staff members form part of the Wellbeing Team who are committed to enriching the wellbeing and educational opportunities for students.
Enterprising Girls Workshop
Over the last two days, girls in Years 7-10 have participated in the Academy for Enterprising Girls.
The girls developed an enterprise and pitched an idea to a panel of experts. Over the two days they worked hard to identify a problem, research, survey, developed and refined a solution.
The panel of experts zoom called us and we watched pitches from other schools in the area.
In their teams they came up with:
- Juvenile Justice Education Program
- A fitness in exchange for Wifi app
- Cyber Security Training program
Isaac Mannion | Assistant Leader of Wellbeing Y9
Bronze Kayaking Trip
A few months ago we didn’t think a Qualifying Bronze trip would be possible, but here we
are!
The Year Nine OED class spent last Thursday and Friday paddling the Murrumbidgee River from Oura Beach to Wagga Beach. They were assessed on their ability to paddle and maneuver a craft, perform a self rescue, demonstrate the subject ethos, navigation, and camp catering.
All of the students were keen to participate and when times got tough, it was nice to see
them working as a group to get to the finish line.
Kelly Bowen | Outdoor Education Coordinator
The Riverina Anglican College Runs for A-T
This Term, as part of a student CAS project for the International Baccalaureate, the College community will be hosting a colour run in support of the BrAsh-At foundation and the local Millar family.
TRAC Runs for A-T
Colour Run Dates
Year 7 - Tuesday 3 November
Year 8 - Wednesday 4 November
Year 9 - Thursday 12 November
Year 10 - Friday 13 November
More details can be found on the International Baccalaureate page of this edition of the College Newsletter.
Elevate Education - Free Online Webinars for Parents
Elevate Education is hosting a free webinar series for parents on preparing their children for end of year tests and exams.
The series is entitled: Empowering Parents to Reinforce Study Skills at Home. The remaining webinar details are below.
Stress & Wellbeing - Wednesday 4 November at 6pm.
Exam Preparation - Wednesday 18 November at 6pm.
Technology - Wednesday 2 December at 6pm.
Register here - https://get.elevatecoaching.info/au/register.
Elevate are a global education organisation that helps over one million students to improve their study skills and boost academic performance. You can learn more about them at https://au.elevateeducation.com
Godfrey Okerenyang
This Sunday, Year 12 student Godfrey Okerenyang will participate in the AFL Draft Combine. We wish you the best of luck!
Mr Ian Begg - Nominated for the NSW/ACT Regional Achievement and Community Awards
Congratulations to Ian Begg, a member of staff at The Riverina Anglican College, who has been nominated for the NSW/ACT Regional Achievement and Community Awards for his tireless community work including during the recent bush fires.
The award winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner to be held on Friday 20 November.
Uniform Shop Extended Trading Days - Term 4/January Holidays
Please find attached details for the extended trading days at the Uniform Shop, during Term 4 and January 2021.
Normal term times will be in place up to Thursday 19th November.
Extended trading times will commence from the 23rd November.
Please note: New students will need to make an online booking. Existing students do not require a booking.
Dates for new student bookings will be provided on our website in the coming weeks.
Further information such as online ordering and the updated Price List can also be found on the College Website under For Parents/Uniform Shop.
Eastern Service Road Closure / Access to Uniform Shop
Construction of the Junior School has resulted in the closure of the Eastern Service Road that leads to the Uniform Shop.
A new service road is under construction and it should be completed in due course. Until this road is completed, all visitors will need to park at the front of the College near the Administration building.
Please contact the College should you require assistance.
Alex Sarantakos | Head of Operations
Apply Now for Year7 2022
If your child is in Year 5, now is the time to commence the enrolment process for Year 7 2022.
Interviews will commence in February 2021. Application Forms are available on our website http://trac.nsw.edu.au/enrolments.php?id=80
Junior School Term 4 Events
Orientation Day Years 1-6
Year 6 12/11 Thursday
Year 5 13/11 Friday
Year 4 16/11 Monday
Year 3 17/11 Tuesday
Year 2 23/11 Monday
Year 1 27/11 Friday
Little TRACers- School Readiness & Orientation Days
Little TRACers- 25/11 Wednesday
Little TRACers- 26/11 Thursday
Little TRACers- 30/11 Monday
Little TRACers- 1/12 Tuesday
Little TRACers- 7/12 Monday
Little TRACers- 8/12 Tuesday
Middle Junior Program- Year 3 and Year 4 ( 4-5pm)
Middle Junior Program - Year 3 and Year
2/11 Monday
9/11 Monday
Students Leaving the College
If your child is leaving the College to attend another school, start formal training or commence working, formal notification is required via an email to the Principal and Enrolments Team, providing the final date of attendance and destination school/organisation.
Parents/Guardians and student also have the responsibility to complete a 'Student Clearance Form'.
Students who are Under 17, that will be commencing an Apprenticeship or Traineeship also need to complete a 'Parental Application for Exemption from Enrolment at School Form'. You will be issued a certificate to provide to the Training Organisation.
Forms and further information about leaving the College can be found on our Website.
If you have any questions, please contact the College office on 02 6933 1811 and your enquiry will be directed to the relevant staff member.
Year 12 - HSC Procedures
Year 12, please see information from NESA regarding procedures for the HSC Examinations under COVID- 19 conditions, as well as support materials for yourself and your parents around mental and physical wellbeing.
Attention Parents/Guardians and students of Year 12
With the current care being taken due to the COVID-19 pandemic, NESA have instigated some very strict rules to ensure the safety of all students, presiding officers and examination supervisors.
Please take the time to read and ensure students adhere to the following:
- Students will need to arrive 20 minutes before the examination so supervisors can temperature test students, confirm they have not been asked to self isolate by NSW Health, and do not have any flu- like symptoms and sanitize their hands.
- Students should not attend the examination if they have flu-like symptoms ( fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell), are awaiting a COVID test result, have been directed to self isolate by NSW Health or have tested positive to COVID 19.
- If students have a known illness that has similar symptoms to the flu e.g. hay fever, they require a medical certificate from their doctor which should be provided to the school. They are also encouraged to ensure they are up to date with their medication to minimise their symptoms.
- Students displaying flu-like symptoms may be asked to leave the examination and asked to be tested for COVID-19. They will only be able to return to the examination centre once a negative test result has been received.
If you have any concerns, please contact Ms Helen Foster by phoning the college 69331811 (ext 163), or by e-mailing helen.foster@trac.nsw.edu.au.
Helen Foster | Head of Academic Administration
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.
SICKBAY and ILLNESS
If a student or anyone in their family presents as unwell, the student is to stay at home.
Sickbay is closed and will be limited to those students with a diagnosed chronic condition only.
Any student who presents as unwell will be sent home immediately.
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
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
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 absences should be reported to the College via email absences@trac.nsw.edu.au.
Important Dates
Term 4
Tuesday 20 October until Wednesday 11 November - HSC Exams
Monday 2 November - Friday 6 November
Year 7-10 Exams
Wednesday 18 November - Friday 20 November - Year 7 2021 Orientation Programme
Monday 23 November - 27 November
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 8.00am - 4.00pm
Thursday 26 November - Year 12 Graduation Dinner
Monday 30 November - Friday 4 December
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 8.00am-4.00pm
Monday 7 December - Friday 11 December
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 8.00am-4.00pm
December/January Holidays
Monday 11 January - Friday 15 January
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days 9.00am-5.00pm
Monday 18 January - Friday 22 January
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 9.00am-5.00pm
Monday 25 January
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 8.00am-4.00pm
Wednesday 27 January
Uniform Shop Open - Additional Trading Days - 8.00am-4.00pm
Term Dates
2021
Term 1 commences
Secondary school - Wednesday 27 January 2021
Junior school - Thursday 28 January 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