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LAWSON’S LATEST 17 JUNE 2016 TERM 2 ISSUE 8 THE HENRY LAWSON HIGH SCHOOL CHALLENGE, ENCOURAGE, ACHIEVE 49 SOUTH STREET, GRENFELL NSW 2810 02 6343 1390 www.henrylawso-h.schooldet.nsw.edu.au Congratulations to all our students who contributed to the great festival weekend. The concert was terrific. It was difficult to choose a highlight, but for a lot of us it was the first time we had seen the dancers – the solo artists were amazing, and the group performances were so different and entertaining, especially the Revolting Children. The musical numbers, including our band, highlighted the diversity of talent amongst the students. And what kept the show moving along seamlessly was the technical crew - all students - who made sure lights and sound were perfect. The Leos were so welcoming and helpful on arrival and the P&C made sure that supper was plentiful and delicious. Thanks to Mr McKnight for his generous contribution of time, energy and guidance, and to Ms McCulloch for her management and support of all the dancers. Saturday saw the students still involved: the Leos were out helping the Lions; some Year 12 along with Mr Robinson assisted with the gumboot throw that took place before the day had decided to be sunny; and a group of students along with our Festival Queen entrant Amanda Livingstone joined the procession. The students were decked out in their chosen decades of the 30s, 50s, 70s and 80s and made a colourful and happy crowd moving through the street. You can’t help but be amazed by our students and what they can do and how they present themselves to the world beyond school. On Friday, Year 11 had their senior seminar day; a day to reflect on how they were coping with the demands of Stage 6. The students started the day looking at the mindset they take into learning; assessing how prepared they were to take on new challenges and persevere. They then explored all the reasons for procrastination, many able to identify with the different reasons for putting off what has to be done. Then it was time to look at the actual: how did they spend their time during the week and how could they change to more effectively manage time to achieve their learning goals. The students then took part in a range of workshops around study skills, life after school, and ways to manage stress. The day ended on a high note with a group of past students coming back to tell their stories of how their lives had played out since leaving school. They reassured the students about how things do work out, and that there are many ways to get to your goals and just because you come from Grenfell, doesn’t mean that you can’t get out there and make a difference. Year 11 all went home with lots to think about and lots of practices to support their learning. Thanks to Mrs Mitton and Ms Bell for coordinating such a varied and engaging program for Year 11. There have been some changes in our learning spaces. After months of planning and purchasing rooms 1 and 2 have been converted into a space that enhances 21st century learning: critical and creative thinking and collaborative learning. The final modular chairs arrived during the week, creating a central space in the classroom for the students to come together for whole class learning activities. Around the central areas are break out areas for the students to work in groups or individually depending on the activity. The students love the flexibility and the colour. It is the start of more conversions. Year 10 are completing their final paperwork before heading off to work experience next week. There is a lot of activity and excitement as many of them enter the workforce for the first time. This week, I am in Cessnock, in the Hunter Valley attending the annual conference of the Secondary Principal Council. There have been world class speakers on the first day from the United States of America, Scotland, and New Zealand and of course Australia. There has been many conversations about the nature of learning and education of the future. The focus is very much on teaching students to be learners; having the skills to contribute to a society where change is so constant and accelerating. What we are learning with the teachers from Grenfell Public School in How To Learn reflects what these speakers are saying. It is good to know that we are in step with what international research says, learning to provide the best for our students. Margaret Carey Principal
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LAWSON’S LATEST
17 JUNE 2016 TERM 2 ISSUE 8 THE HENRY LAWSON HIGH SCHOOL
CHALLENGE, ENCOURAGE, ACHIEVE49 SOUTH STREET, GRENFELL NSW 2810 02 6343 1390 www.henrylawso-h.schooldet.nsw.edu.au
Congratulations to all our students who contributed to the great festival weekend. The concert was terrific. It was difficult to choose a highlight, but for a lot of us it was the first time we had seen the dancers – the solo artists were amazing, and the group performances were so different and entertaining, especially the Revolting Children. The musical numbers, including our band, highlighted the diversity of talent amongst the students. And what kept the show moving along seamlessly was the technical crew - all students - who made sure lights and sound were perfect. The Leos were so welcoming and helpful on arrival and the P&C made sure that supper was plentiful and delicious. Thanks to Mr McKnight for his generous contribution of time, energy and guidance, and to Ms McCulloch for her management and support of all the dancers. Saturday saw the students still involved: the Leos were out helping the Lions; some Year 12 along with Mr Robinson assisted with the gumboot throw that took place before the day had decided to be sunny; and a group of students along with our Festival Queen entrant Amanda Livingstone joined the procession. The students were decked out in their chosen decades of the 30s, 50s, 70s and 80s and made a colourful and happy crowd moving through the street. You can’t help but be amazed by our students and what they can do and how they present themselves to the world beyond school.
On Friday, Year 11 had their senior seminar day; a day to reflect on how they were coping with the demands of Stage 6. The students started the day looking at the mindset they take into learning; assessing how prepared they were to take on new challenges and persevere. They then explored all the reasons for procrastination, many able to identify with the different reasons for putting off what has to be done. Then it was time to look at the actual: how did they spend their time during the week and how could they change to more effectively manage time to achieve their learning goals. The students then took part in a range of workshops around study skills, life after school, and ways to manage stress. The day ended on a high note with a group of past students coming back to tell their stories of how their lives had played out since leaving school. They reassured the students about how things do work out, and that there are many ways to get to your goals and just because you come from Grenfell, doesn’t mean that you can’t get out there and make a difference. Year 11 all went home with lots to think about and lots of practices to support their learning. Thanks to Mrs Mitton and Ms Bell for coordinating such a varied and engaging program for Year 11.
There have been some changes in our learning spaces. After months of planning and purchasing rooms 1 and 2 have been converted into a space that enhances 21st century learning: critical and creative thinking and collaborative learning. The final modular chairs arrived during the week, creating a central space in the classroom for the students to come together for whole class learning activities. Around the central areas are break out areas for the students to work in groups or individually depending on the activity. The students love the flexibility and the colour. It is the start of more conversions.
Year 10 are completing their final paperwork before heading off to work experience next week. There is a lot of activity and excitement as many of them enter the workforce for the first time.
This week, I am in Cessnock, in the Hunter Valley attending the annual conference of the Secondary Principal Council. There have been world class speakers on the first day from the United States of America, Scotland, and New Zealand and of course Australia. There has been many conversations about the nature of learning and education of the future. The focus is very much on teaching students to be learners; having the skills to contribute to a society where change is so constant and accelerating. What we are learning with the teachers from Grenfell Public School in How To Learn reflects what these speakers are saying. It is good to know that we are in step with what international research says, learning to provide the best for our students.
Margaret CareyPrincipal
CANTEEN ROSTER
Monday Ann Best Tuesday Sandra HughesWednesday Belinda StockThursday Veronica HazellFriday Jen Kelly
Well-being Corner“I will persist until I succeed. Always will I
take another step. If that is of no avail, I will take another, and yet another. In truth, one
step at a time is not too difficult … I know that small attempts, repeated, will complete any
undertaking” Og Mandino
One step at a time. Small attempts, repeated. Keep these words in mind no matter what you attempt,
and you’ll reach any goal you set for yourself.
If a single step seems too big or daunting, you can break it up into smaller steps. If a particular goal
seems too hard to reach, you can break it up into a series of smaller goals.
TODAYI will take one step toward a goal that’s
important to me.
Star PicksThis week’s star pick, chosen by Ms Lynch, is Holes by Louis Sachar.
Stanley Yelnats is under a curse. A curse that began with his no-good-dirty-rotten-pig-stealing-great-great-grandfather and has since followed generations of Yelnatses. Now Stanley has been unjustly sent to a juvenile detention centre, Camp Green Lake, where the boys build character by spending all day, every day digging holes exactly five feet wide and five feet deep. There is no lake at Camp Green Lake, but there are an awful lot of holes.It doesn’t take long for Stanley to realize there’s more than char-acter improvement going on at Camp Green Lake. The boys are digging holes because the warden is looking for something. But what could be buried under a dried-up lake? Stanley tries to dig up the truth in this inventive and darkly humorous tale of crime and punishment—and redemption.
“One of my favourite books ever” says Ms Lynch.
Borrow Ms Lynch’s star pick from your library today.
Silver Merit Award DayComing up on Thursday 30 June is our first Silver MAD.
Students who have received 5 blue merits, and have handed them in to convert to a silver merit, will be invited to a soup kitchen lunch prepared by our senior hospitality students.
Get your 5 blue merits in asap!Cut off date is Tuesday 28 June.
Congratulations to Zoe Gavin . On Wednesday Zoe once again came first in her division at Western Region cross country. Zoe will now compete at the state titles in
July.
With only 12 short weeks of school until the Year 12’s sit the HSC, Lawson’s Latest asked students a few questions about school, life after school and what advice they have for younger students.
What do you love about school? • The challenge.• Friends.• Participating in school activities.• The routine.• The staff.• Learning new things.• Sport.• Music.• Excursions.• The structure.• D&T.
What was the best thing you learnt at THLHS? • Life lessons in maths.• Teamwork skills.• Time management skills.• People skills.• How to cook.• PE and Biology.• Year 10 history.• Crossroads - it was the best
experience.• C6H12O6.• Art skills.• A good work ethic.• Ways to work independently.
What will you miss most when you leave? • The convenience.• The routine.• The teachers.• Spending time with and helping
other students.• Knowing what my day is going to
be like.• A timetabled day.• Catching up with my friends.
What do you want to do next year?• Go to uni and study nursing/
nutritian/primary education/Ag business.
• Continue with my TAFE studies.• Get an apprenticeship. • Take a gap year and go to uni the
following year. • Take a gap year and do mission
work.• Continue Pathways. • Learn to become a helicopter
pilot.
Do you have a 5 year plan? A 10 year plan?• University.• Travel.• Have a good job.• Study and travel.• Study and get out in the
workforce. • Finish my apprenticeship. • Finish uni, become a paramedic
and transfer to London.• Do what makes me happy. • Buy a farm.
Any parting words of wisdom for younger students? • Start everything early.• Work hard and participate in
school life. Enjoy school life. • Just work as hard as you can,
stay on top of your school work and don’t stress!
• Always try your hardest and be yourself.
• Study, study, study, study and do assignments when you get them.
• Complete Year 12, study lots and have fun.
• Study while you’re young, it’s hard but it gives you the tools for success.
• Work hard early, it will pay off later. Consistency is the key!
Congratulations Brent Logan!
Brent who completed his HSC at THLHS in 2012, was awarded overall winner of the Grenfell Henry Lawson
Festival of the Arts 2016 Photographic Competition
Statuette. The statuette winning photo.
The P&C would like to say a big thank you to everyone who cooked cakes, slice and biscuits for the Henry Lawson Festival Concert catering fundraiser last Friday night. It was a great night all round and your support by way of cooking is greatly appreciated by the P&C. Thanks also to Sonja, Kath, Carly, Lisa and Helen, who looked after the service side of things on Friday night and kept the cooking flowing; you all did a great job! A special thanks to Isabelle Holz and Bianca and Tarlia Cotter for all their hard work washing up and wiping the dishes.We would also like to thank Ms. Amanda Livingstone for being our Festival Queen entrant for 2016 – she has been a great ambassador for our P&C. Thank you also to the staff and students who supported Amanda in the procession on Saturday, you all looked fantastic and seemed to be having a great time. A thank you must also go to Mr. Allan Griffiths for the loan of his beautiful vintage car, which allowed Amanda to lead the school procession in style, and to Mr. Matt Griffiths for driving Amanda in the parade; your time was appreciated.
Lastly, the Rainbow Run has been postponed to early term 3 due to the inclement weather of the last couple of weeks and the school’s other commitments for the rest of this term.
Our next meeting will be Tuesday 2 August, 7pm in the library.
For the attention of Year 9 Students and Parents/GuardiansStudents, parents and guardians are advised that there will be a well-being morning at school for all students of Year 9 on Wednesday 22 June.
Department of Health workers from Grenfell, Cowra, Bathurst and Orange will visit the school to conduct two workshops during periods 1 and 3 that day.
The first session is titled Mental Health Tool Box and will cover issues relating to anxiety, depression and resilience. Session two will inform students on sexually transmitted infections and will include a game that highlights the speed and spread of such diseases.
Students will attend roll call, assembly and normal recess; well-being sessions will be held in the school library. Students will proceed to period 4 classes and sport as per normal Wednesday timetable.
A letter to parents/guardians was sent home with students earlier in the week. If you do not wish to have your student participate in either one or both of the morning’s program, please complete the letter’s attachment and return to the school office by Tuesday 21 June.
You do not need to return the form if you are happy for your student to attend both sessions.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HENRYBORN 17 JUNE 1867
149 YEARS AGO.
