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Term 3 Volume 23 Issue 6

Principal: Mr Rod Cosier

Deputy Principal: Mrs Kirsten Parkes

(Years 7, 9 &11)

Mrs Jodie Gorrie (Year 8, 10 &12)

TELEPHONE: 68452344 or 68452279 FAX: 68451380 PO BOX 21 WELLINGTON 2820 The Wellington High School Community Group meets at 6.00pm in the School Library every 3rd Tuesday in the month. Chairperson Kaylene Brien Secretary: Judy Grasnick

From the Principal’s Desk


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The first weeks of this term have been full of positivity here at school. Our students attended the Western Athletics Carnival last Friday and represented us with distinction with 5 students moving on to the State Championships at Homebush next month. We have also had students competing in the local eisteddfod and they too, are recording excellent results. Year 12 are completing their Trial HSC this week- the last examination they will have here at school as the HSC is conducted off-site in the Baptist Hall. These examinations will provide them with an opportunity to see what they need to work on before the HSC. As I write this the final preparations for MAAD Night this Friday are being carried out. This is an event not to be missed here in our hall. If last year was anything to go by, it will be an extremely entertaining evening. I would also like to thank the community for the assistance offered to the family of Chloe Taylor after the devastating fire they experienced last week. Wellington certainly stepped up (as they always do) in their time of need. Term 3 is also the commencement of the transition program for the year 6 students who are joining us in year 7 next year. We are looking forward to working with them and their present teachers to make this move a smooth and productive one. The Year Adviser, Mr Cochran, is working hard to see this happens. Next Wednesday during period 4 we are holding a small ceremony to unveil a memorial stone for Mitchell Whale who tragically passed away last year. The whole school will attend and if some parents would like to attend to support the students they are more than welcome. On Tuesday we are hosting our Stage 5(year 9 and 10) in the hall from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Students have been provided with a booking sheet and this is a great opportunity to meet with the staff and gain valuable feedback about their progress. If you need transport to get here and home again, the Clontarf Academy are running a shuttle bus around town. Contact the school if you would like to use this service. Hope to see you at MAAD Night and or the Stage 5 evening over the com-ing days. Rod Cosier Principal


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Live. Learn. Library. It’s the start of yet another busy term in the Library. The cooler months have seen Year 12 enjoy their final terms at WHS inside in the warm during recess and lunch, and as always, our regular crew continue to make good use of the devices and technology available during those times too. With winter still well and truly here, and junior examinations still a term away, now is the perfect time to borrow a book and curl up by the heater, exploring another world. As teachers, we cannot stress enough

how important reading is as a skill to be constantly improving. Being a good reader is an important part of being a lifelong learner.

Good readers have a purpose for reading. Anyone who reads has a reason for doing so. These reasons may range from looking for particular information, to finding a relaxing way to spend a rainy (or COLD) afternoon.

Good readers think about what they already know. You can increase your comprehension by making connections between what is read and your prior knowledge. For example, you may have had an experience similar to that of a character in a book.

Good readers make sure they understand what they read. There are several things you can do if you don’t understand what you have read: re-reading the text is often helpful. Sometimes reading further can also assist. As always, if you are still having trouble, ask for help. If any of the above titles tickle your fancy, you know where to find them! Meanwhile, tune in next newsletter for some more reading tips and awesome titles, and remember…

You’re never lonely in the Library!


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WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD Wellington High School dancers performed at Wellington Eisteddfod on Friday 26th July. They performed 4 dances in two different categories. The stage 4 dance group “Shake your Tailfeather” and the senior hip hop group “Upgrade You” danced well in a tough section against 12 other groups. The Schools Spectacular audition group performed “Pirates” and placed 3rd, while all dancers from Years 7-11 performed a Disney inspired mashup and received 2nd place. For a number of students it was their first time dancing on stage, and was good preparation for our upcoming MADD Night on Friday 9th August. Tickets for MADD Night can be purchased from our front office for $2.


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The Western School Sport Association (WSSA) Athletics trials were held in Dubbo at Barden Park on

Friday 2nd August. Wellington High School had a number of students attend and there were some

excellent results recorded.

The highlights of the day include:

Blake Chown finished 1st in the 14 years 100m hurdles

Will Eather came 3rd in 16 years boys triple jump

Jacob Lee 3rd in 12-14 years 800m with a time of 2:54:78

Jai Glover threw 40.70m in the 16 years boy javelin, finishing 1st

Kaylea Hanrahan running 15.19 in the 13 years girls 100m, finishing 4th

Will Eather, Mitchel Wilson, Jai Glover and Justin Walker winning the 4 x 100m relay by 3

seconds

Justin Walker had an outstanding day competing in the 16 years boys for the following events

200m, 100m and high jump and finishing 1st in ALL of these

The boys in the relay had the following to say about their day:

“It was great competing for WHS and making it through to represent WSSA at State with the boys.”

Will Eather

“It was really fun competing in the track events, winning the 100m, 200m, and the relay. He high was

challenging and it was great to win that to.” Justin Walker

“It was a great experience and it is an awesome achievement making State for the second year in a

row with the same relay team.” Mitch Wilson

“The relay was the most enjoyable part of the day as we all performed well and I’m looking forward

to running in the relay at State.” Jai Glover

The NSW CHS Athletics Championships will be held on September 4th, 5th and 6th at Homebush Bay. I

know the relay boys are keen to get some training in before then. Congratulations to all students who

attended the trials and we are looking forward to hearing the results from the State carnival.

Mrs Lyons

Sports Organiser

WSSA ATHLETICS


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Ancient China and Terracotta Warriors Year 8 History have been studying Ancient China and The Terracotta Warriors in class. They used play dough to make models.


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YEAR 10 WORK EXPERIENCE

Year 10 students completed a week of Work Experience last term after participating in Work Readiness lessons which prepared them for what was expected and required of them during this time.


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EMPLOYMENT clontarf.org.au

Wellington Academy July 2019

Setting the scene for our Year 11-12 students Words by Mason Williams Photos by Chris Daley

clontarf foundation

It was a new experience for the Wellington High Senior Clontarf boys this term, engaging in their first employment visit and leadership camp for 2019.

We left for Sydney on a Thursday where we met up with another new academy, Hunter River, to stay overnight at Cranebrook High, Penrith.

After arrival the boys showered and changed and then we set off to the NRL game between Penrith Panthers and Manly Sea Eagles.

Before the footy we stopped along the way to have a seated dinner where the boys were able to share what they want to be after school, and what is required of them at school to get there.

Following dinner, it was off to the game for the boys to watch friend and ex-Wellington High student Brent Naden make his debut. We also got a chance to meet and take some photos with some old league legends. After the footy it was back to Cranebrook for lights out.

The following morning it was an early start as we made the trip to Yancoal’s Moolarben Coal Mine for the boys’ first employment visit.

The boys had the opportunity to meet the Community Relations Officer Scott Fittler who gave the boys a tour around the mine and spoke about potential opportunities for those who are interested in a career in the mining industry after they’ve finished school. He also mentioned a few criteria points within the workplace that they look for when people apply, such as have a good work history, consistency, communication, safety wise, time management, being a great team member and most importantly graduating school.

Overall it was a great camp and there were a few tired heads amongst the boys on the trip home.


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COMMUNITY clontarf.org.au

Wellington Academy July 2019

Community activity becomes a regular Words by Mason Williams Photos by Chris Daley

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The boys made a commitment in Term 2 to make a special after school activity a regular.

They attended Wellington’s Local Maranatha Elderly Home Care Facility every Wednesday afternoon, where they were given different roles to carry out each time they were there, such as gardening, washing, painting, and spending time with the elderly.

Community activities are a key feature in our programme and it was great for us as a new academy to make a good first impression.

We’ve averaged about 15 boys every week who were happy to give their time and put a smile on someone’s face.

This also showed the boys that doing good things in the community not only makes someone else feel good but makes themselves feel even better.

There is already talk amongst the group about working there after school or for part-time employment during school.

On the last week of Term 2 we were invited to Maranatha House for a sit down lunch and a chance to do an Aboriginal painting with boys’ handprints on it that they will hang in their common room as a symbol of Gathering, Belonging and Connection.


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TERM 3 2019 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

WEEK 3 B

5/8 LoveBites

6/8 7/8 8/8 9/8 MADD Night

WEEK 4 A

12/8 Captain Speeches

13/8 Stage 5 Parent/Teacher Night

14/8

15/8 16/8

WEEK 5 B

19/8 20/8 21/8 22/8 23/8 Aboriginal Dance to St Mary’s

WEEK 6 A

26/8

27/8 Wether Challenge 9/10 Ag

28/8 Wether Challenge 9/10 Ag

29/8 Strong Moves 9-11

30/8 Girls Hockey Bathurst

WEEK 7 B

2/9 3/9 4/9 Strong Moves 9-11

5/9 6/9

WEEK 8 A

9/9 YR 11 Examinations





WEEK 9 B


17/9 Kids Teaching Kids YR 11 Examinations

18/9 Strong Moves 9-11

19/9 NAIDOC DAY

20/9

WEEK 10 A

23/9 Captains Induction

24/9 25/9 Music Excursion—Sydney

26/9 Music Excursion—Sydney

27/9 YR 12 Farewell Assembly END OF TERM

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