International Women's Day (IWD) - 8 March

Students and staff from Kempsey High School will walk to the Kempsey showground to participate in STEM challenges. There will be a morning tea to enjoy and students will have the opportunity to listen to speeches from special guests to celebrate International Women's day (IWD).

This is offered to years 7-12 and has been organised by Miss Carmody, KHS Girls Advisor, and the Wellbeing Team.

Photos and more in the next newsletter.

Aboriginal Education Celebrating IWD

Students and staff will attend an event hosted by Aunty Nancy & South West Rocks Fig Tree Mob at Little Bay to celebrate International Women's Day. The students will be accompanied by Misty Kelly, NASCA Project Manager, and Justine Carmady, KHS Girls Advisor.

Clontarf leadership Camp

Wednesday 08 - Friday 10 March - Year 11 and 12 Clontarf Leadership Camp is about the boys taking responsibility for their attendance and education in finishing their schooling. Group work for organising mini & major trips and the criteria that goes along with these trips. Create a pledge that all members will sign and agree to.

NAPLAN and PAT Assessment

NAPLAN will be held at Kempsey High School between the dates of 15th March and 27th March 2023. Year 7 and 9 students will be engaged in these assessments. NAPLAN has 4 assessments – writing, reading, comprehension, and numeracy.

Students from years 7, 8, and 9 will undertake the Progressive Achievement Tests, or PAT, starting in week 7. These are a 40-minute multiple choice assessment with a literacy focus.

Both these assessments will provide data for the teaching and support staff to utilise to maximise the educational outcomes of our students.

Jane Walker

Learning and Support Teacher

Dates to Remember

Term 1 2023