Friday 19th AUGUST 2016

— Sheridan’s Bridge Road —

— Rutherglen — Victoria 3685 —

www.rutherglenhs.vic.edu.au

Email: rutherglen.hs@edumail.vic.gov.au

Phone: 02 6032 9483 Fax: 02 6032 9185

Absence Line: 02 6032 9818

Principal Phil Rogers

Assistant Principal Jennie Ward

Regards, Phil Rogers Principal

Excerpts from our three Exchange students’ reflections. . .

“Hello everyone, I’m Diane! Having the opportunity to travel so far from

home is absolutely great. At first it may be complicated because of the

culture change, the jetlag, the homesickness, but once you’re in, you’re

in… and living everyday life in another country only offers you ad-

vantages! Australia is so different to France. Different food...sports,

landscapes and wildlife… I was very lucky also to be in such an awe-

some family, who helped me discover Australia. Lucky also to go to a

great school and meet amazing people, especially in Year 10.

...Beautiful memories for life, and to tell people, yeah, I’ve been to

Australia!, makes you very proud. A great experience!”

“My name is Benni and I’m a Rotary Exchange student from

Italy. I spent 5 weeks with Maeve [Seymour] and her amaz-

ing family. ..in that time I have fallen in love with this coun-

try and its culture. I visited Canberra and Sydney...best of

all was Torquay where Maeve and I did paddle boarding in

the ocean. … I also went for a flight over Rutherglen, went

cray fishing, did a self-defence class, did lots of shop-

ping...and had pizza with pineapple!!!, which sounds gross

to Italians but it wasn't that bad! I did Work Experience at

Uncle Tobys in Research & Development.

...Some differences between our two school systems are, we

don’t wear a uniform, and we go to school on a Saturday! It

Italy all classes are in the same room—teachers move, not

the students. We cant choose which subjects to study like

you…

I made lots of new friends, and improved my English; tried

many new foods and saw unique animals. It’s been an ex-

perience of a lifetime, and a great adventure. This country

will always be in my heart, and I’ll be back! - that’s for

sure!!”

Maeve Seymour speaks of her upcoming Exchange visit to Finland:

Earlier this year, I had decided to go to Germany on exchange

over the Christmas holidays, but I have since changed my

mind—I am now going to Finland for 12 months! It is a big

decision.... Exchange applicants from the Hume Region

(Rotary District 9790) were asked to be interviewed by a panel

of past Exchange students and Rotarians...with 10 countries to

choose from, and exchange students trying to get you to go to

their country. I was lucky enough to get my first choice—

Finland, which I chose because it’s near the Arctic Circle and

the North Pole...to experience its diverse climate.

I’m excited for this unknown adventure, and hope to grow as a

person and experience the other side of the world! I know it

will not be easy leaving home for 12 months, but I’m sure it

will be worth it. — Maeve

Exchange Students

At last week’s School Assembly we heard from our two Exchange Students who are about to return home. Diane (from France) and Benni (from Italy) have been wonderful additions to our student body. Excerpts from their speeches are to the right on this page. Maeve Seymour will be off to Finland at the end of the year and the beginning of her story is also on this page. We look forward to hearing all about her experiences, during and after her 12 month stay.

Hospitality Certificates

Former Assistant Principal Ted Shanks attended the Assembly to present certifi-cates to the Hospitality students. The students catered for and served a recent Rotary Club of Rutherglen Handover Dinner at the School, and the club was so impressed they wanted to recognise each student for their work! Well done team!

The Medieval Day and ‘Alice’ (the Production) were held recently. Both were great successes and further details are included later in this Newsletter. Congratulations and thanks to all those involved.

Health Corner

Linda Elkington Adolescent Health Nurse

TRANSITION

Jasmine Heath & Leesa Hawking

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Medieval Transition Day- Rutherglen High School On Thursday 4th of July, Rutherglen High School hosted Grade 6 students from surrounding primary schools for a Medieval-themed Transition Day. The focus for the day was on Year 8 students sharing their deep knowledge of the medieval period with the visiting Grade 6 students. Year 8 students planned and delivered a range of learning experiences that brought the historical context to life through practical hands on activities such as sword fighting, archery, medieval games and dancing. Other students shared their knowledge of the period through a series of mini lessons and presenta-tions on key medieval topics. A traditional medieval feast was prepared in the school’s restaurant by senior hospitality students and was enjoyed by all who attended. The medieval atmosphere was heightened by the array of costumes that students and staff wore on the day. As students and staff came together to reflect at the end of the day, it was clear that the medieval focus had not only been an engaging learning experience, but also a great deal of fun.

Elements of Art – Pizza! Year 8

Youth Blood Donors Congratulations and a big thank you to Tahlia Simpson, Tyneaka Roach and Taylah Larsen who attended the Albury Blood Donor Centre

and gave the precious life-saving gift of blood. Each donation can save up to 3 people’s lives! I am always impressed by our wonderful

students who generously donate their time and blood to benefit someone who is extremely unwell, but they will never meet. Well

done!

Youth Mental Health Forum

Last Tuesday, we attended a Youth Mental Health Forum with Linda, our School Nurse , in

Wodonga. The day’s Program included actors portraying a young woman suffering from anxie-

ty and other mental health issues. There was a presentation from Charlie Cooper who talked about his own lived experience with Men-

tal Health Problems. He is now a member of Headspace. There was a Q & A panel of experts and we concluded the day brainstorm-

ing ideas for our School.

Emma Ronnfeldt & Rose Hymus Koby Harris & Jess Cheshire

Dainah Stones & Hannah Jones

Foo Tubsang & Sarah White

Blair Anderson

. . & Doug George

WORK EXPERIENCE

Thank you to our visiting Defence

Force presenters. The students

really enjoyed the informative talk,

and appreciate the time taking at the

end to answer such a myriad of ques-

tions!

Students in Year Ten undertake Work Expe-rience as part of studies in Industry and Enterprise. This year Work Experience was highly successful with all students com-pleting a one week block. The skills taught as part of this block help students to have an understanding of what the work place is like as well as help decide a future path-way.

Some of the Work Experience blocks in-cluded Dentistry, Agriculture and Horticul-ture, Vet, Builders, hairdressers and the

Wangaratta Hospital.

We would like to thank all employers for taking the students on for a one week block as without this support, this experience would not be possi-ble. We would also like to congratu-late the students on the professional manner in which they completed their Work Experience – from our follow up discussions we know that this was very beneficial to their learn-ing.

On Thursday 11th August and Friday 12th Au-gust, Rutherglen High School held their annual production. It was a huge success, the stu-dents involved did a fantastic job.

This year’s play was ‘Alice’, an adaption of the classic novel and films. We had all of your fa-vourite characters, Alice, the Mad Hatter and March Hare, the White Rabbit and the Queen, we also had not one, not two, but THREE

Cheshire Cats and three Dormouse characters.

The students went to great lengths to trans-form into their characters, with most donning some spectacular face paint.

The students have done such a fabulous job and I cannot stress enough the amount of dedi-cation it took to get the show from script to stage, from the actors, dancers and musicians

right through to the backstage and lighting crew. They all gave up their free time to be involved and I couldn’t be more proud of what they have achieved.

Thanks must also go to all the teachers and community members who helped out either on the nights or throughout the week. - Mrs McFarlane

Whittaker Polking-

horne as The Mad

Hatter, and Georgi-

na Windebank as

The King of

Hearts—Just two of

our powerhouse

talents at this year’s

stage production of

‘Alice’.

Full photo spread in

the school maga-

zine, ‘Warriwillah

2016’ . . .

(Note that all students’ fee state-

ments will show a charge of $20

for a copy of RHS annual maga-

zine. Please pay this only if you

require a copy for your child.)

Chiltern Rutherglen Continuing Education Programs

Our Australian Movie nights are back again after the Winter break.

Come along for a great night of entertainment & enjoyment

6.45pm at Chiltern’s Star Theatre

On Saturday the 27th August, we are planning to show the film “The Dish” (2000) M

With Sam Neill, Tom Long, Kevin Harrington. Directed by Rob Sitch of ‘The Castle” fame.

This film, based on the true story, tells the funny and moving tale of Australia’s part in the Apollo 11 moon mission. Re-live the moments when Neil Armstrong walked on the moon in July 1969. A television audience of six hundred million people witnessed this one shining moment in history across the world. Remarkably those immortal

images came via “a dish” in outback Australia.

Our special guest is David Thurley from the Astronomical Society Of Albury Wodonga giving an insight into the Moon landing and the role Australia played.

Bookings essential by the Thursday Evening for catering purposes. Early bookings appreciated!

Take advantage of the $25 Early-bird concession price if booked and paid by the Wednesday prior to the film night by Direct Debit. Pay on night cost is $28

Direct Debit to BSB 063 744 CBA Acct no 10029531. Chiltern Rutherglen CEG

Please include your name & course in reference line.

Cost includes BBQ tea, film showing, discussion and supper

Or come along at 8 pm for film showing etc. Without BBQ tea - $15. Children half price.

Our two other film nights for the year will be:

Saturday 17th September “ The Four Minute Mile” G (TVmovie 1988)

Scripted by David Williamson. It was the sporting equivalent of conquering Everest: running

a mile in under four minutes. A feat long thought impossible. In 1954 two supremely gifted athletes emerged as front-runners to break the milestone: England’s Roger Bannister and Australia’s John Landy. We hope to have a guest speaker.

Saturday 15th October : “The Big Steal” 1990 PG Starring Ben Mendelsohn, Claudia Karvan , Steve Bisley. An entertaining, fast paced romantic comedy.

Beekeeping For Beginners - with Joe Riordan. 3 sessions. At Chiltern. Cost $95

Session 1 : Wed 31st August 7pm – 9.30pm at the Chiltern Courthouse.

Introduction to bee keeping, functions of bees and the hive, equipment needed, legal requirements, safety, plus lots of other information.

Session 2 : ½ day outdoor practical activity Sat. 24th September working with the bees.

Session 3 : ½ day outdoor practical activity Sat. 8th October - at Hotson’s cherry orchard

Cheese making with Di Thomas . Sunday 9th October 9.15 to 3.30pm at Rutherglen

Cost: $110 includes all ingredients, supplies & workshop notes.

Hands-on workshop make your own Haloumi and Fetta as the main cheeses + Ricotta & Quarg.

Spinners & Weavers Group: Meet 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at Chiltern Senior Citizens at 7pm. $2 per session + $10 per year registration Contact: Sandy Thornhill-Cole Ph 0357261570

Singing Group : Meet for rehearsals from 7.00-8.30pm on Monday nights, during school terms, at the Chiltern Senior Citizens. Contact: Pam McDonald, on 0357261816 or 0400973713

Bookings & enquiries for any programs to: Lois Hotson – Ph (03) 57 261 358

Email: hotson@westnet.com.au

Or contact : Emma & Matt at Chiltern Post Office. Main Street, Chiltern.