Reddam House High School Newsletter Vol 23 Issue 7

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Our students have been exceptionally busy preparing for the High School Musical: Footloose, which they will perform in the penultimate week of this term at NIDA.

Performances are on:

29th March at 7:00 pm,

a matinee on 30th March at 10:00 am for all Year 7 - Year 10 students, and 30th March at 7:00 pm

Tickets are now on sale for our 2023 High School production: Footloose

Footloose tickets | NIDA Parade Theatre | Ticketek Australia

Weekend activities included:

The Music students of Years 9 and 10 attended the WOMADelaide Jazz Festival over the weekend, and Mrs. Wood reported that the students loved every minute of the experience. The teachers that accompanied them did as well.

The Reddam Mountain Biking Team competed at Thredbo in the Australian Schools Mountain Bike Racing. They did their school proud and had a fun, adrenaline-filled weekend away. Mick Maloney from Sydney Mountain Bike Hire, who runs our school’s program organized the entire weekend away, looking after everything, from flat bike tyres and mechanical issues to food and accommodation for the team and the dads that accompanied the team for the weekend.

2 - (More action shots can be viewed on the Australian Interschool Mountain Biking Trip page)

On Tuesday, the first of the Middle School Seminar days was held to allow students to do required fieldwork and build on the concept that learning opportunities are all around us and not just limited to a classroom. Year 9 Geography students visited a dairy farm.

In contrast, the Year 9 History students viewed the film 12 Years a Slave as part of their learning experience on the movement of people and slavery in the United States.

Year 8 students visited the Jewish Museum for a cultural awareness and integration program. This program facilitates a broader understanding of multiculturalism within Australia.

The Year 7 students visited Watson’s Bay to observe and assess the features and characteristics of the Sydney Harbour coastal landscape and examine its landforms. They also participated in geographical fieldwork by actively interpreting graphs and maps.

All teachers accompanying the students reported that the day's aims were achieved and that the students had a great learning experience. I thank Ms. Dignan, Mr. Smith, Ms. Wolfson, and Mr. Wakley, who organised the various activities.

(Additional photos can be found through the pages ahead)

The Year 8, Year 9, and Year 10 Dance students were treated to an excursion to see 'Hairspray' at the Lyric Theatre on Wednesday, and the Year 11 and Year 12 students visited the Sydney Dance Company at the Opera House on Thursday. Seeing the dance, they work so hard towards in context is an uplifting and motivational experience for our dancers my thanks to Mrs. Collier-Walsh for creating these opportunities.

The Year 7 Debating team had their first win of the season against SCEGGS on Friday night, arguing that we should heavily invest in video games as a significant educational tool for the future. The Year 11 Team also convinced the judges they had a superior argument.

Good luck to all our debaters as they head into the third round this weekend.

NAPLAN for Year 7 and Year 9 students started this week and will continue next week. We wish them well as they navigate this national assessment for literacy and numeracy. Also held on Wednesday was this year's Prefect Social. The Year 12 Judiciary and Representing Reddam students host prefects from local schools to a networking and socialising evening. This year Zoe Topper, with the capable assistance of Joseph Glasson, Aidan Gruenpeter and Max Rubenstein, was responsible for marketing and advertising the eagerly anticipated event. Students attended for a fantastic evening of trivia, dinner and refreshments that was enjoyed by all. Mr Francis, the trivia master with a repertoire of interesting facts, and Mr Dalglish as their Year Coordinator, ensured the evening was a great success. Mr Cawse and I enjoyed seeing the pride in their school with which our students interact with the visiting prefects. After a warm day, the sunset on the Woollahra rooftop capped off a tremendously successful evening.

The 10R Science class was thrilled to welcome Lena Martins's mum, Dr. Inken Martin to our campus this week to share with us her current research into cardiomyopathy. All Year 10 students undertake a term of learning about Genetics and Evolution and to have an expert in the field of genetic mutations address our students was a privilege. Dr. Martin is a senior scientist at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute where she studies inherited forms of heart disease, specifically cardiomyopathy (weakness of the heart muscle leading to heart failure) and atrial fibrillation (rhythm disturbance of the heart). She

uses zebrafish animal models to understand the genetic basis of these inherited conditions and does, among other things, use genetic engineering to simulate human suspected disease-causing mutations in fish in order to find new treatment options. We cannot thank Dr. Inken enough for taking the time out of her busy schedule to inspire our students, and we look forward to her future visits.

To finish the week on a high, Judiciary, Charity Portfolio and Events Portfolio joined forces to raise money for the World's Greatest Shave | Leukaemia Foundation. Enticing all with the opportunity to shave the glorious silver locks of Mr Dalglish, a fantastic accumulation of donations exceeding $10,000 was raised. In addition to the fabulous work of the coordinators, special mention to our highest fund raisers Charles Wallace-Gebert (Y9), Toby Solsky (Y12), Max McDonald (Y12) and Jett Lim (Y12) as well as an increasing number of students who put their hands up to be shaved for a very worth charity.

Donations can still be made via the Reddam House WGS Donation Page.

Student Achievements this week include:

Jasper Hartmann (Y9) is a finalist in the Volvo Ocean Lovers Festival Literary Art Prize. His “Plastic or Prey” artwork will be exhibited between Wednesday and Sunday at the Bondi Pavilion.

Janey Martin (Y8) was invited to show and speak to her 'reduce plastics' video at the Ocean Festival on Saturday at 12:45 down at Bondi Pavilion. Janey, a member of the Waverley Council Power to the Future Intergenerational Program on Climate Change, explores how soft plastics contribute to climate change and what the public can do to reduce plastic consumption.

Using the link, other activities at this festival can be found: Oceanloversfestival

Joseph and Sophia Glasson (Y12 & Y10) won the Gold medals at the Australian Fencing Circuit over the weekend in the Senior Men's and Women's Foil categories, respectively. As a result, Joseph remains the No.1 ranked fencer in Senior Men's Foil in Australia and will represent Australia in the World Fencing Championships (Senior) in Italy. Sophia rises to No.4 in Senior Women's foil nationally and remains in the running to win her World Championships (Senior) spot.

Three Year 7 students were concerned that fellow students may not realise how important it is to understand that Reddam House students represent their school wherever they are in the community. To make this clearer, they designed this poster.

Have a wonderful weekend and week ahead,

Year 7 Seminar Day - Watson's Bay

Students from Year 7 had the opportunity to apply their knowledge of Landscapes and Landforms during their Seminar Day Trip to Watson's Bay. They were guided by wonderful Reddam Teachers and staff of Ranger Jamie Tours. All students had an enjoyable time in the outdoors and made the most of the wet and windy weather.

Year 8 Seminar Day - Jewish Museum

On Tuesday, Year 8 went to the Jewish Museum. This is a museum of information, objects, true stories and memories from the survivors of the Holocaust. When we first arrived, we went on a tour of the different displays and sections they offered. It was fascinating to be able to interact closely with each section of the museum and to ask our museum guide questions which were answered in depth. We saw bags that were taken on the trains to the concentration camps, photographs of families, legal documents and more.

We then listened to a Holocaust survivor, Judy Davis, give an amazing talk. She told her heart-wrenching story about her journey from Hungary to Sydney in 1956, which took over six weeks. She and her family fled as they would have been killed if they had stayed there. The whole year group was absolutely captivated. Hearing Judy’s story was so important, as we were given the opportunity to learn about a different perspective to more famous ones like Anne Frank. Her daughter was with us and shared a fun piece of information - that it was Judy’s birthday!

After that, an interactive presentation was given by one of the museum guides. We learned about superiority versus othering, the rise to power of the Nazis, and the importance and subtleties of propaganda.

I wholeheartedly enjoyed learning about each and every aspect of the museum and valued all the information it had to offer. It is an upsetting topic but of the utmost importance, and I am very grateful for the opportunity we were given. Every person - student or staff - who left the museum was brimming with new information and a newfound appreciation for people like Judy, who are generous enough to share their stories.

Year 9 Geography Seminar Day - Dairy Farm

On Tuesday, Year 9 Geography went on an excursion to Belgenny Farm. They learned about technology's role in the efficient management of a modern dairy farm. Then the students broke into groups where they all got to milk a cow and then use the same milk to make a range of dairy products, including butter, cream, ricotta, and feta cheese. There was also the opportunity to learn about the nutritional content of different kinds of milk, yogurts, and cheeses and then to sample them and guess which product was which. It was a great learning opportunity and a welcome chance to be out of the city and surrounded by nature.

Year 9 History Seminar Day"12 Years A Slave"

The Year 9 History cohort recently viewed the film "12 Years a Slave" as part of their learning experience on the movement of people and slavery in the United States.

The film tells the story of Solomon Northup, a free Black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the 19th century. Through his journey, the students were able to gain a deeper understanding of the harsh realities of slavery and the inhumane treatment of enslaved people.

The film also provided a means for students to contextualize their recently completed investigations, and the impact the industrial revolution had on American society today. By exploring the history of slavery, students can gain a more nuanced understanding of the complex issues that continue to affect people of color today and the development of our modern world.

Our hope is that this film, and the accompanying discussions and unit of work, encourages students to engage critically with history and to consider the impact of historical events on contemporary society. We are proud of our students' engagement with this important topic and their commitment to learning.

Dance Excursion

This week Dance students from Year 8-12 immersed themselves in live theatre, leaving them entertained and inspired.

On Wednesday 15th March, our Year 8-10 dancers travelled to the Lyric Theatre to see the musical, 'Hairspray' . An expert production design, incorporating costumes, lighting and sets, accompanied outstanding singing and dancing from the performers to bring to the audience a story that shared important lessons about inclusivity, equality and being proud of who you are, just as you are. The experience of watching the show allowed our students to appreciate how the performing arts can be used to tackle universal issues in an entertaining way, as well as gain a deeper understanding of the musical theatre style.

On Thursday 16th March, Senior Dance students visited the Sydney Opera House to see Sydney Dance Company's latest production, 'Ascent'. This double bill included a new piece by Rafael Bonachela and the award winning work, 'Forever and Ever' by Antony Hamilton. Both performances displayed the outstanding technical skill of the performers and their unshakeable dedication to their craft. The experience also included a Q& A session and presentations from Rafael Bonachela (Artistic Director of SDC), Rehearsal Directors, Company dancers and the Production and Wardrobe Departments where they discussed their creative processes and provided a behind the scenes look into what it takes to mount a professional production onstage. This was a particularly special event as the performance also celebrated the Opera House's 50th birthday.

WOMADelaide World Music Festival

Last weekend, 40 Year 9 and 10 Music students attended the WOMADelaide World Music festival from Saturday to Monday, accompanied by Mrs Wood, Ms Eckardt, Mr O'Mahony and Ms Houlahan. Set in Adelaide's Botanic Park, this festival highlights the diversity and richness of world music, featuring

eclectic sounds of cultural music from Africa, Korea, Columbia, Morocco, Ukraine, Germany and Australia just to name a few.

For many students, this was the first time they'd attended a music festival. With its vibrant family atmosphere and chance to try exotic foods, participate in dance and music workshops and build lasting memories with fellow students from the music cohort, the experience was not only a great source of enjoyment for the students but also a valuable educational and multicultural experience as they enriched their study of World Music. The teachers reported that despite this being the biggest group taken on this annual trip to date and also the record crowd numbers attending the festival this year, the students demonstrated maturity, respect, cooperation and excellent team work as they moved around in groups, proactively attending as many shows as they could each day. Many even met some of the performers after the performances, collecting autographs and purchasing merchandise to commemorate their trip. Overall, the WOMADelaide trip was a huge success yet again and we're pleased to be able to offer an experience that broadens students' perspective on the world and fosters a love of live music in the younger generations.

Australian Interschool Mountain Biking Trip

Please enjoy some photos of our Mountain Biking Team who recently went to Thredbo to compete in the Australian Schools Mountain Biking Racing. They had a ball!!!

Junior Dance Company Auditions

The Junior Dance Company is an elite dance group consisting of students from Years 7-8. The students who are selected in this group have had prior dance experience in the styles of Contemporary and Jazz, have a high level of technical ability and are able to pick up choreography quickly. Students will prepare Jazz and Contemporary pieces to be performed at various Eisteddfods and Showcases throughout the year in 2024.

Auditions for this group will be held on Wednesday 22nd of March at lunch time in the Middle School Dance Studio.

If you would like to audition or would like more information, please email Ms Knight at: emily.knight@reddamhouse.com.au In the audition, Ms Knight will teach a Jazz combination so please bring appropriate clothes and shoes to dance in.

You may not attend this audition without booking a place with Ms Knight first. Please bring your lunch with you - you will be able to have something to eat beforehand.

Middle School Drama Production 2023

After the success of last year's Middle and Senior School Production 'A Series of Public Apologies' we are thrilled to announce our new production 'Scaredy-Cat' by Brendan Hogan which will be opened to students in Years 8-9 and presented in Week 2, Term 4. Auditions are being held Week 10 Term 1, Monday 3rd April.

Scaredy-Cat is a quirky, comic and whacky play that follows a group of young troopers as they gather for a weekend of camping and working towards earning patches whilst trying to trap an elusive black panther which causes all sorts of trouble.

Students should read the Rehearsal Schedule carefully. Availability is required for Tuesday, Thursday afternoons and some Sundays across Term 2, 3 and 4. The Audition Package document contains extracts of the script for you to read prior to the audition. No preparation is required. Scripts will be provided on the day of the audition.

CLICK HERE TO:

Rehearsal Schedule

Audition Package

If you would like to audition for a role in 'Scaredy-Cat' on Monday 3rd April 2023 from 3:30pm-5:00pm click here - Register to audition on Monday 3rd April

Registration closes on Friday 31st March 2023.

If you have any questions email chris.montgomery@reddamhouse.com.au for more information. See you at the audition!

Music News

Instrumental Competition 2023

Our 2023 Instrumental Competition entries are open. Of course, very few students would have a piece ready this early in the year, so this announcement serves as motivation and planning assistance for preparing an entry by the May deadline. All students are encouraged to take the term and school holidays to work on the piece of their choice, with their teachers, and submit an entry into this online competition. All students receive written feedback, as well as RHAP points. We look forward to watching and celebrating our students' work, and you can enter as well as read more at this link: REGISTRATION

Guitar Workshops

Ms Deb Yap, a talented professional guitarist who has been seen on major Australian stages and is performing in our production of Footloose, has continued her guitar masterclasses and workshops this week. Last week Ms Yap began holding guitar masterclass/workshops at both the Woollahra and Bondi campuses. Many of our guitarists came to learn and soak up Ms Yap's expertise, and present pieces that were either works in progress, ensemble music, or finished repertoire. These were supportive and encouraging sessions, with all guitarists given helpful tips and feedback on their playing. We are all appreciating Ms Yap's continued involvement.

Year 7 Concert Band

Please enjoy this photo and the video link of our stunning Year 7 Concert Band, doing an exceptional job for this early stage of the year. This large and committed group rehearses in Adelaide Hall due to their numbers, and are producing some of the best results we have ever had in a Year 7 band.

Performing Arts

TICKETS

• Tickets are available to purchase* via the link below :

• Premier Ticketek LINK

• Cost: $42 per ticket

* Please note that ticket sales are not managed by Reddam House. For any website or purchase issues, please contact Ticketek and NIDA directly, and not Reddam reception.

Footloose 2023: Rehearsal Schedule Week 8 (March 20 – March 26)

Sport Fixtures - 18th March 2023

BASKETBALL

GIRLS

Friday - Comets 17th March - Comets | Perry Park | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St

U16 SPARKS vs BYE

U16 MYSTICS vs BYE

U18 SUNS vs SGHS Beef Pide 5:15pm Ct 2

U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Ravens 4:30pm Ct 2

Saturday 18th March - Comets/Perry Park | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St

U10 BOOMERS vs Sydney HoopStars Tigers 8am Perry Ct 2

U12 STORM vs KHY Astronauts 9:40am Perry Ct 1

U14 TIMBERWOLVES vs Sydney HoopStars 10:30am Perry Ct 1

U14 FLAMES vs Inner City Magic 10:30am Perry Ct 2

BOYS

Saturday 18th March - Perry Park | Alexandria - 53 Maddox St

U10 LAKERS vs Sydney HoopStars Boas 8am Perry Ct 4

U12 BUCKS vs St Spyridon College 11:20am Perry Ct 3

U12 RAPTORS vs Inner City Hurricanes 10:30am Perry Ct 4

U12 CAVALIERS vs Newtown Bears 12:10pm Perry Ct 2

U14

U14

U16

U18

Reddam 3 v Cammeraygal, Roseville Park 10.00am

Reddam 4 v Redlands, Lane Cove Tennis Club 10.00am

Reddam 5 v Redlands, Lane Cove Tennis Club 10.00am

Reddam 6 v Cammeraygal, Roseville Park 8.00am

Reddam 7 v Redlands, Lane Cove Tennis Club 8.00am

Reddam 8 v St Pius, Talus Street Courts 8.00am

TOUCH FOOTBALL

GIRLS

Reddam 1 (play off) v Loreto 3, Queens Park No. 13 (Darley Road), 12:05 pm

Reddam 2 (semi final) v Loreto 5, Queens Park No. 11 (Darley Road), 8:00 am

Reddam 3 (semi final) v Kambala 9, Queens Park No. 7 (Darley Road), 10:20 am

Reddam 4 (semi final) v Sceggs 12, Queens Park No. 15 (Darley Road), 9:10 am

Reddam 5 (play off) v Kambala 12, Queens Park No. 13 (Darley Road),11:30 am

WATER POLO

GIRLS

Opens v Pymble, Pymble Pool, 9:15am

Reddam 1 v KRB, UNSW Pool 8:30am

Reddam 2 v SACS, UNSW Pool 10:00am

Reddam 3 v KRB, UNSW Pool 10:45am

Reddam 4 v KRB, UNSW Pool 11:15am

BOYS

Opens v Newington, Newington Pool 9:30am

16s v Newington, Newington Pool 8:00am

13s v Newington, Newington Pool 11:50am

Primary v St Aloys, Scots Pool 8:30am

Sport Results - 11th March 2023

BASKETBALL

GIRLS

U10 BOOMERS vs Inner City Angels 18 - 16

U12 STORM vs St Spyridon College 10 - 20

U14 TIMBERWOLVES vs BYE

U14 FLAMES vs BYE U16 SPARKS vs Inner City Falcons 30 - 56

U16 MYSTICS vs Newtown Storm 14 - 19

U18 SUNS vs Reggae Rockers 16 - 53

U18 DIAMONDS vs Inner City Fire 24 - 26

BOYS

U10 LAKERS vs Sydney HoopStars Copperheads 14 - 10

U12 BUCKS vs Newtown Thunder 18 - 7

U12 RAPTORS vs Sydney HoopStars Adders 20 - 20

U12 CAVALIERS vs Newtown Swans 22 - 7

U12 HORNETS vs Inner City Hurricanes 30 - 24

U14 BULLS vs Raptors 26 - 19

U14 MAVERICKS vs Maccabi Warriors 35 - 50

U14 PACERS vs Newtown Raptors 36 - 24

U14 NUGGETS vs Sydney HoopStars Anacondas 27 - 14

U16 WARRIORS vs Bullets 31 - 45

U16 NETS vs Big Dream 64 - 52

U16 JAZZ vs Newtown Force 13 - 35

U16 ROCKETS vs Sydney HoopStars Desperados 45 - 14

U16 THUNDER vs Newtown Tigers 35 - 7

U18 HEAT vs Big Dream 44 - 24

U18 GRIZZLIES vs MPB 18 55 - 22

U18 MAGIC vs Inner City Heat 59 - 43

CRICKET

Reddam Rabbits145 RJCC Strikers 162

Reddam Roos BYE

Reddam Rhinos 164 RJCC Daredevils 116

TENNIS

Reddam 1 v Redlands, 1 - 2

Reddam 2 v Redlands, 1 - 2

Reddam 3 v Reddam 4, 2 - 1

Reddam 4 v Reddam 3, 0 - 3

Reddam 5 v St Pius, 3 - 0

Reddam 6 v St Pius, 2 - 1

Reddam 7 v Reddam 8,2 - 1

Reddam 8 v Reddam 7, 1 - 2

TOUCH FOOTBALL

GIRLS

Reddam 1 v St Caths 2, 3 - 4

Reddam 2 v St Caths 3, 6 - 1

Reddam 3 v KRB 11, 9 - 1

Reddam 4 v KRB 14, 4 - 1

Reddam 5 v SVC 15, 5 - 2

BOYS

Reddam 1 (Year 10/11) v Reddam 2, 4 - 3

Reddam 2 (Year 10/11) v Reddam 1, 3 - 4

Reddam 3 (Year 9) v Trinity 1, 10 - 1

Reddam 4 (Year 8) v Waverley 1, 1 -10

Reddam 5 (Year 7) v Waverley 1, 4 - 4

WATER POLO GIRLS

Opens v Pymble, 10-1

Reddam 1 v SGHS, 6-3

Reddam 2 v SGHS, 4-3

Reddam 3 v Reddam 4, 7-2

Reddam 4 v Reddam 3, 2-7

BOYS

Opens v Syd Boys, 4-2

16s v Syd Boys, 4-4

13s v SACS, 20-2

Careers News

Year 12- Please make an appointment with Ms Jones for any careers advice.

ATTENTION YEAR 11&12- The University of Sydney is running a series of webinars that may have useful information for you. If interested visit here

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY New UG Nutrition units from 2023 The Bachelor of Science and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics will be offering two new subjects as part of the undergraduate program from 2023: –FMHU2001 Mythbusting food and health

(Start from S1, 2023) You will develop foundational knowledge in nutrition science, sources of nutrients and energy in the major food groups, and links between foods, dietary patterns and health. This is an elective subject with no requisites, so students studying other degrees can also enrol.

NTDT3002 Evidence-based practice in nutrition(Start from S2, 2023) You will develop skills to enable you to practice as a nutritionist including nutrition and health promotion, measurement of diets and nutrition, and an ability to critically appraise the medical and scientific literature to ensure lifelong learning in evidence-based nutrition.

Eddie Woo explores Economics at Sydney In a series of ‘In Conversation’ interviews Eddie Woo explains why you should study Economics at the University of Sydney, including answering: – What careers can I pursue if I do the Bachelor of Economics? – How many majors can I undertake, and what are my options? – Are there any industry opportunities available as an Economics student?

Pathways to Global Literacy You’re curious about how the world works, keen on global career opportunities and a particular part of the world resonates with you. Sounds like you? Area Studies may just be for you! Learn more about how you can unlock the gateway to the world from our Asian, European and Latin American Studies experts! Watch now on YouTube.

Webinars in March

Health Scientist | Wed 22 March 4-430pm

The Digital History of Human Rights| Wed 22 March 5-530pm

Bachelor of Advanced Computing | Wed 29 March 4-430pm

Interaction Design | Wed 29 March 5.530pm

Webinars in April

Life of a Marine Scientist | Wed 5 April 4-430pm

Chinese Studies | Wed 5 April 5-530pm

Professional Cadetships Australia provides the opportunity for Year 12 students to apply for a cadetship whilst also studying a degree at university. They partner with UBS, Barrenjoey Capital Partners and the Macquarie Group for a range of cadetships.

Applications open on 6 March . For more information visit their website at www.businesscadetships.com.au

INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE SCHOOL

The fully residential International Science School returns to the University of Sydney in July 2023. Join top science students from Australia and around the world for two weeks of inspiring talks by worldrenowned scientists, amazing visits to cutting-edge research facilities, loads of hands-on experiments and activities, and a packed program of social events. Its going to be fantastic.

ISS2023 will run from 2-15 July 2023 – science-mad students in years 11 and 12 in 2023 are encouraged to apply. Applications are now open and close 6 April 2023.

UNE- REDDAM HOUSE students are invited to participate in the University of New England’s 2024 Early Entry program. Applications are open now, the process is free, easy to complete and completely online. Year 12 for further information see the email sent to you by Ms Jones during this week.

Attention Year 12 - Woollahra Libraries is inviting HSC students to attend their upcoming HSC events at Double Bay Library.

Rowan Kunz from Art of Smart is running two FREE workshops in March.

Jump start your HSC | Thursday 30 March 5.00-6.30pm

SCHOLARSHIPS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

MySydney Entry & Scholarship Scheme

The E12 Early Offer and Scholarship Scheme is being discontinued as the University has introduced MySydney. Similarly to E12, MySydney provides entry at a reduced ATAR, yet a more generous scholarship of $8500 per year to students residing in a low socioeconomic area*. MySydney does not require a written application and eligible students will be identified automatically via UAC.

*Residing at the time of UAC application in an area listed in the bottom 25% of the Australian Bureau of Statistics Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA), Index of Education and Occupation.

Scholarships

The decision was made to discontinue the Sydney Scholars Award. With such a large volume of applications each year, far outweighing the number of Awards available to students, it was decided it was not fair for students to be spending so much time on their applications as such a crucial time of year. In preparation for the change, the Chancellor’s Award was recently expanded to include students who received a 99.90 ATAR (previously awarded to 99.95 only). This cohort accounted for a large number of the Sydney Scholars Awards historically given to students. Preliminary 2023 offer and enrolment numbers also show that more students who achieved an ATAR of 95.00+ received the University’s new MySydney Scholarship, than those who received the Sydney Scholars Award.

There continues to be many academic merit scholarships available at a faculty level which we encourage students to apply for. The scholarships search tool will help students discover the range of scholarships that they may be eligible for.

UNSW KEY DATES FOR 2023

Mark your calendars – we have published this year’s key dates, including a busy calendar of events to support students.

We will advise as soon as event registration is open for the following events.

April 18-20 Year 10 & 11 On Campus Experience Days

May 1 Co-op Application opens

May 3 Law Admissions Test Information Evening

May 11&23 Year 10 Info Evening: Subject Selection

May 17 On time UCAT ANZ Applications close (Medicine)

June 13&15 Year 12 Info Evening: Your Journey to UNSW

July most UNSW Scholarships open

August EAPL Adjustment Factor Scheme Applications Open

September 2 UNSW Open Day

September 30 UAC Early Bird Preferences close

UNSW Medicine Application Portal close

UNSW Scholarships Applications close

October 11 HSC Written exams begin

November 30 EAPL applications close

December UNSW Info Week

UAC- 2024 ADMISSIONS

Applications for the current Year 12 group will open on 5 April. UAC will email all NSW and ACT students their UAC PIN on the same day. Students from other states will use their date of birth as their PIN but will be unable to apply until later in the year when we have received student data from our interstate partners.

Applications for our Access schemes will also open on the 5 April.

This year's UAC Guide is set to be delivered to schools early in Term 2, followed by Steps to Uni for Year 10 Students and the Scaling Report for the 2022 HSC.

Schools Recommendation Scheme

There are no changes to the SRS process this year. However, the University of Sydney E12 and UNSW Gateway schemes will not be part of SRS in 2023. I am sure you will receive information about these schemes very soon, if you haven't already.

Educational Access Scheme

There are several changes to EAS this year:

The six-month rule has been removed. Applications will be assessed for disadvantages that have occurred for any length of time up until 30 September of the year they complete Year 12.

Disadvantage codes F01K and F01S, which allowed students to claim financial disadvantage based on COVID-19 government payments, have been removed.

There is a new SEIFA disadvantage code, AG02, which works in the same way as AG01 but draws on the Australian Bureau of Statistics Index of Education and Occupation instead of the Index of Relative Socioeconomic Advantage and Disadvantage. The day after they submit their application, students identified as meeting the criteria for either of these disadvantages will be notified that UAC has automatically created an EAS application for them.

The student's document cover sheet will include a checklist to help them understand what they need to provide.

The Educational Impact Statement will require schools to answer fewer questions, making it a quicker and easier process for you.

UAC - will also host another online Year 12 Conference. Last year, 3,500 students and parents logged in to watch, making it the biggest UAC Digital event to date. When: 28 April @ 6pm. Registrations will open soon and details will be announced when available.

MONASH UNIVERSITY KEY DATES FOR 2023

29 March Discover Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science

29 March Discover Medicine

4 April Information Evening Peninsula

5 April Information Evening Warrnambool

12-14 April MYSci

July Science Precinct Tours

General Updates:

Self-guided campus tours

Discover Monash events

One-on-one consultations

Indigenous student support

Monash explorer

Monash Guarantee and SEAS

Disability Support Services

Peer Mentoring

Monash Business School

Primary Teaching

Virtual World Engineering

ACU KEY DATES FOR 2023

Various dates Explore ACU:NSW Campuses

1-3 June HSC Careers Expo

22-24 June Western Sydney Careers Expo

Webinars

19 July ACU Entry and pathways

Various dates Study at ACU Series

Various dates Talk with Industry Series

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND

Students are invited to visit the University of New England for their annual Open Day on Friday 5 May 2023.

UNE's Open Day is a free event for REDDAM HOUSE students to visit the beautiful campus and experience for themselves why they are the only public university in Australia to have received five stars for Overall Experience 17 years running.

The day will give students a taste of university life, with the opportunity to talk with academic staff, current students and fellow school groups whilst exploring the campus, academic and residential facilities. They will also host lunch with networking opportunities available for school career advisors and teachers on the day.

SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY

Southern Cross University has early entry and other options for entry for interested students.

Southern Cross Advance allows high school students to explore their future career and study options, advance their leadership skills and make connections. It also provides opportunities for direct entry, early offers and scholarships.

You can find out more information Southern Cross Advance or download the PDF here

US UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE

Community Information session for students and parents

New York University is visiting Sydney!

Learn all about U.S. colleges, the application process, and student life, at a free, in-person, information session, with staff visiting Sydney from NYU New York and NYU Abu Dhabi

Thursday, March 23, 2023 from 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM

At Shore School, Blue Street, North Sydney, New South Wales

Register Here

Reminders

22 March Junior Dance Company Auditions (pre-registered students only)

24 March - 5 April Year 12 Assessment Period

29-30 March High School Musical

31 March Registration deadline for "Scaredy-Cat" Auditions (auditions being held 3 April)

6 April End of Term 1, school closes at 1.00pm

Thank You