The ArtsFest

ISSUE 8TERM I 2016

NewsletterAcademic Christian Caring

Headmaster

“This is what schools should be about – not about factory fodder, blandness and sameness – but about uniqueness, about creativity and innovation, about fulfilment.” Mark Treadwell 2008 (1)

I have this sentiment in mind when speaking to Year 11 and 12 students. I remind them that the processes leading up to the HSC examinations and the unwarranted importance that is placed on the ATAR awarded at the end of the year can distort our view of who we are and our value as human beings.

The Psalmist David said, in praise of God, “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14). His perspective is something to remember when assessment tasks and examinations seem insurmountable. We should never allow the formal processes of education to reduce our students to a result or a ranking on a scale of 0 to 100.

The quote from Mark Treadwell highlights the dilemma faced by educators and schools in the face of the digital revolution. He also refers to the “new renaissance” in education and the challenges that schools face in reorganising learning to fit the reality that the internet provides.

With a classical education in the early 19th Century, it was possible to ‘know’ all that was published in the western world. Learning provided for the systematic acquisition of knowledge through school and ultimately tertiary study. In parallel, the emerging requirements of the industrial age demanded an ‘educated’ workforce that had the literacy and numeracy skills to operate in industry.

Today, our learning is governed by the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) through prescriptive curriculum documents that define the content, skills and pace of learning for our children. The BOSTES has sought to embrace our current understanding of how children learn and schools have a great deal of flexibility in organising learning to suit the needs of their students.

However, the basic structure of learning has not changed since the first revolution in learning that was enabled by the invention of the printing press. A Year 12 student who has just downloaded an ATAR may not feel that schooling was “about uniqueness, about creativity and innovation, about fulfilment.”

The explosion of knowledge in the digital age and its implications for learning now confronts teachers, schools and institutions like the BOSTES. Internet technology and the digitisation of knowledge mean that an incomprehensible amount of information is now available to anyone with access to a computer at virtually zero cost. Everyone can now engage in research using information available after a few taps at a keyboard.

Mark Treadwell describes this challenge, saying “we are moving away from memorising content as an end point for education to a new domain where learners learn how to learn (the key competencies)

and understand the key conceptual frameworks to enable lifelong learning and the ability to continually adapt in a world where knowledge is increasing exponentially.”

TIGS has embraced the challenge of the new educational paradigm. Parents of children from Prep to Year 10 will have noticed our focus on concept-based learning. This is foundational to the PYP and MYP approaches to learning and enables our students to use information in problem solving situations. Our focus is on student mastery of the concepts, skills and knowledge framework foundational to the academic disciplines. Students are then enabled to creatively apply this learning to the many challenges of life in the 21st Century.

A glance at the old textbooks and exercise books that clutter our garages, relics of the schooling that most adults experienced, will quickly remind us how much learning has changed. It is sobering to know that virtually every fact we adults learnt at school is now accessible within seconds on a laptop sitting on a classroom desk. While what our students know is still important, it is more significant that they can understand the scope of a problem, identify what information is needed and then use their learned problem solving skills to creatively achieve resolution (see article and image to the right).

The HSC or IB Diploma that our current Kindergarten children will face in 2028 will be vastly different to that facing our current Year 12 students. TIGS is strategically placed to meet the challenges of change as they emerge out of the digital world.

(1) Treadwell, M (2008) ‘School v2.0’ in Independence Volume 33, No.1

Stephen KinsellaHeadmaster

Stephen KinsellaHeadmaster

HeadmasterWe live in an age where it is common for people to question the veracity of the key events recorded in the Bible. The resurrection of Jesus is a case in point. This is to be expected. It is an uncommon occurrence upon which everything hangs. As the Bible itself says, if Jesus did not rise from the dead then the faith of Christians is futile and along with everyone else they are still burdened by the weight of sin and death. It makes sense that the Church, especially on significant occasions like Easter, will want to give a good account of the truthfulness of the resurrection.

Even so, I believe we lose something when the defense of the truthfulness of the resurrection becomes our only concern at Easter. We miss the rich teaching of the Bible concerning how the resurrection of Jesus has significant benefits for us now. Romans 8.11 is a good example:

“And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.”

According to the Bible, one of the primary aims of the resurrection of

Jesus is to impart new life now to those who entrust themselves to him. The one who lifted Jesus from the grave has sent his Spirit into the hearts and minds of his followers empowering them to live new lives. Believers have a powerful principle at work in their lives - the very same power which called Jesus out of the grave is present in them to bring transformation to their lives.

Later on in this same letter – Paul’s letter to the Romans – Paul spells out what this power looks like. It renews our minds to view the world God’s way (Romans 12.1-2). It also directs us in God-honouring and God-pleasing conduct such as honouring others above ourselves, practicing hospitality, living in harmony with others, associating with the lowly and refusing to repay evil for evil (Romans 12.9-21). (See Romans chapters 12-15 for a concentrated survey of the radical new life the Spirit brings to birth in believers.)

I don’t meet many people who are fully satisfied with where they are at in life. Nor do I meet many people who say the sorts of big changes they would like to make in their lives are easy. The resurrection of Jesus is not a quick fix to the difficult work of change, but it

does give us hope that real and lasting change is possible. This is the life Jesus rose to impart to us. My prayer is that you might know something of this power yourself. Let’s not leave Easter behind us but harness its power today.

Rev James Rogers

Chaplain’s MessagePOWERFUL LIVING

Rev James Rogers Chaplain

Congratulations to Meena Jasim (Year 11) and Robert Martin (Year 11), current National Community Problem Solving Champions. They met with Mark Speakman, Environment and Heritage Minister, who offered his support for their project ‘Reducing Food Waste’. It was generous of the Minister to give up his time to meet and support our students. He was very impressed with the ability of Meena and Robert to apply their knowledge to a real world problem. We wish them well in the International Competition to be held in Michigan, USA later in the year.

Stephen KinsellaHeadmaster

LEARNING INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOMOur School is a learning environment for all community members. We naturally think of the children when we think about learning at school, however our teaching and non teaching staff as well as our parents and extended families can all access learning opportunities here at TIGS. This week we hosted parent workshops on Wednesday in the Library to coincide with the Karobran Term I meeting.

YEAR 6 CANBERRA EXCURSIONStudents from Year 6 have recently undertaken an educational tour of our national capital. They had the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.

Upon their return to school students were asked to utilise their persuasive skills and share their thoughts in response to ‘Was Canberra worth it?’ They were asked to consider the excursion’s connection to their learning. Here are the reflections of two of our Year 6 students following their visit to Canberra.

YEAR 6 STUDENT REFLECTIONSGovernmental systems influence the lives of citizens. Every year, Year 6 researches governmental systems and how they work. It’s required that students visit Canberra to gain a deeper understanding of our central idea, but is it worth it? I strongly agree it is definitely worth it for our learning.

Learning how the government is organised and how it functions is a key part of our UOI. On the excursion students visit many places connected to our governmental system including Old Parliament House and Parliament House. Old Parliament House has been turned into an interactive museum and students were able to gain further knowledge provided by these activities. Later they visited the Senate and the House of Representatives where they participated in a role-play. While they were at these facilities they learned about the Federal, State and Local Government and how they help structure our country when working together. This related to the student’s key concept FUNCTION. Therefore, while visiting where Australia is governed and where our country’s laws are made they have gained a higher understanding of how our government works.

Junior School

Judi NealyDeputy Headmaster,

Head of Junior School

KD Scarlett Di Donato, Wilson Makowski

KH Thomas Binks, Liam Perrins

KP Miranda Di Marco, Wilfred Windsor

1M Lucia Ding, Zara Clark

1S Tahlie Oxman, Rana Ulusu

1Y Johanna Hernandez, Muhammad Yasir

2Mc Aston Di Donato, Lachlan Taylor

2M Jemima Bigirindavyi, Rhea Khanna

2T Samuel Robinson, Lola Stephenson

3C Ting-Ting Cook, Samuel Robinson

3G Nikita Nicholson, Kasim Kermali

3R Isabella Perri, William MacKay

3S Noah Threadgate, Campbell Boardman

4M Daniel Peden, Lillian Glover

4R Tania Kalsi, Austin Keefe

4Y Georgie Lancaster, Aiden Da Deppo

5H Thomas Kirby, Marley Stephenson

5S Oscar Ryan, Jamilla Perri

6A Grace Hobeika, Michael Marzano

6C Nathaniel Makotsvana, Alexia Loeser

6K Cooper Kerridge, Amelia Druett

CLASS AWARDS

YEAR 6 STUDENT REFLECTIONSOur school goes on an overnight excursion to Canberra every year to learn about our Unit of Inquiry. I believe this excursion is worth taking time out of our classes for. We learn about the way Australia’s government is formed and the way it runs. I highly believe that we should keep doing the Canberra excursion. In Canberra there’s so much to do. So here are the reasons for why I believe we should keep doing the Canberra overnight excursion.

• You work hard in Year 6 so you need a break every now and then. It may not seem like it but the Canberra excursion gives you that break, time to relax and chat with friends while building understanding of the unit.

• You learn about how the government is structured, how governments have affected human history and how the systems are connected. For example, you learn about the Senate and the House of Representatives. They’re the two Houses that pass laws proposed by people. They run differently but in the end do the same thing, they both pass laws. All the people in the two Houses need to be responsible in their work and take things seriously.

The Australian government also recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding of $20.00 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards the costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARIESThursday 28 April ANZAC Service – 12.10pm Rees Hall

Monday 2 May Mother’s Day Stall

Tuesday 3 May Junior School Photo Day

Friday 6 May Mother’s Day Breakfast – 7.00am Rees Hall

Friday 6 May Mother’s Day Stall

ACADEMICMarcus SmithRyan JinksAlexander MacKayMackenzie PeadJoshua BurdenNicole Choi

SERVICEAva SantosCate GiasonMiranda Golding

PERSONAL PRESENTATIONJamilla Perri

MERIT CERTIFICATES

Greg LanyonHead of Senior School

Earlier this Term, I wrote about the value of all students in the School being part of a House group and the strong sense of identity, belonging and passion that this membership engenders. At that time I pointed out that one of the reasons for this was that there were a number of House events in the school calendar, which were outside the traditional sporting events normally associated with a school House competition. One such event is the much-anticipated ArtsFest!

From the beginning of this Term, students have been engaged in the preparation and practices associated with a multitude of performances in all Art’s disciplines, which were executed with creativity and aplomb at ArtsFest on Wednesday this week. To a large extent, the quality of the performances has been a testament to the dedication and persistence of a large number of students, from the House leaders to the performers, designers, choreographers, songwriters, scriptwriters, videographers, artists, directors and technical crew. Most

of this preparation has taken place outside normal class routines. A big thank you must also go to the House Patrons, Arts staff and support staff who coordinated the event.

ArtsFest is organised into a range of performance categories that are based loosely around a number of themes, with representatives from each House in friendly competition. This year the categories include:

• Drama. Rubik’s Cube is the stimulus for an original, group devised piece. Student performers investigate, shape, and symbolically represent ideas, feelings, attitudes, beliefs and their consequences.

• Dance. The 80’s is the stimulus for an original dance piece for a minimum of 10 dancers in each House troupe. It was great to see the involvement of both male and female dancers from every Year group.

• House Song. The 80’s is also the theme for this category that involves a mass choir, including every member of each House. This year the songs are:

○ Coligan - Sweet Dreams

○ Wolgal - Footloose

○ Aranda - Never going to give you up

○ Kogara - Beat it

• Popular Song. This segment is a song written post 1950 and sung by a group of at least four voices and must include a harmony part.

• Original Composition. This is a hotly contested category where the original piece of music or song has live accompaniment or instrumental. Both the lyrics and music must be original.

• Vocal Solo. Each House enters one male and one female singer, each with live accompaniment.

• Instrumental Solo. Each House enters a student on an individual instrument backed with live accompaniment.

• House Art. Each House produced a piece of Art based on the 80’s theme. A minimum of six students

contributed to the painting, with at least one representative from each Year group. This was a wonderful collaboration that evolved in the Senior Square during lunch on Tuesday.

• Video. Each House has a team of students who have scripted, filmed and edited a three and a half minute original video, based on the Rubik’s Cube theme.

For parents and friends who would like to sample the amazing collaboration and talent, please come along to the Showcase event where a selection from ArtsFest will be on show on Friday evening 1 April, commencing at 6.30pm. Tickets are available at the door. This is also a fundraising event for the Year 12 charity.

See you there.

Senior SchoolARTSFEST AND SHOWCASE

STUDENT SUCCESS

As we mark the end of the month of International Women’s Day at TIGS, we congratulate Denali Hutt, TIGS School Captain 2016, on being awarded the Zonta Club of Wollongong Young Woman in Public Affairs award on Sunday 6 March. Denali is one of so many of our students who engage deeply and in a very practical way into our broad community. She has recently been involved in 11 different extracurricular activities ranging from Gold Duke of Ed through to assisting with TIGS Sony Camp and with Care South, to name a few. All this in addition to her role as Captain! Well done Denali!

Presented byKogara Coligan Wolgal Aranda

SHOWCASE TIGS ArtsFest7.00pm Friday 1 April

in the IGC

ENTRY $5 per person

$10 family

TIGS ArtsFest Showcase features highlights from the TIGS Artsfest Day including

House Dance, Drama, Video Presentations,

Pop Song, Original Music Compositions, Vocal

Groups and Soloists

All proceeds going to Nganambala School

(Emu Point)

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Winner ArtsFest 2016: Coligan

Senior School SportCIS FOOTBALL CUP (BOYS) Round 3 report vs Oakhill College – Wednesday 23 March

Another hard fought contest against a very physical Oakhill side that came out very fast from the outset and had the initial dominance for a good portion of the first half. A cruel deflection from a set piece saw Oakhill take the lead early in the first half. This served to fire up our squad, which then took the game to the opposition, and some good passages of play were, sadly, unrewarded due to a committed Oakhill defence. A second goal meant that TIGS had to chase the game and pressing high on the park resulted in the score blowing out a little. The team is commended for their fighting spirit and commitment. Well done to: Thomas Chadrawy, Adam Galanti, Matthew Galanti, Nicholas Grozdanov, Jeremy Harrison, Evan Jenkins, Christian Kyriakou, Peter Kyriakoudes, Louis Parsons-O’Malley, Ali Sawan, Harrison Taranto, Brent Tekkol, Samuel Lendrum, Nickita Peros, Thomas Main.

CIS FOOTBALL CUP (GIRLS)

On Wednesday 23 March, the TIGS Open Girls Football team travelled to Shellharbour Anglican College (SAC) for the first round of the CIS Football Cup. The teams were evenly matched, with both TIGS and SAC making some early attacking plays. TIGS was able to take the ascendancy mid-way through the first half with a great left-footed goal from Mili Haber. Just before the end of the first half, SAC levelled the score, putting the ball in the back of the net after a rebound from a free-kick. The score remained 1-1 until full time which meant the game would be decided by a penalty shoot-out. Almost the

whole team was called on to take a penalty, as both teams continued to put the ball past the keeper. The TIGS goalkeeper, Zoe Correa, was able to make two fantastic saves to allow TIGS to win the match 8-7 on penalties. TIGS will now play Abbotsleigh on Monday 4 April.

The team was: Isabel Bodey, Zoe Correa, Ashley Dribbus, Zoe Dribbus, Emmanuela Franco, Anastasia Grozdanov, Mili Haber, Rebekah Hutton, Natasha Mullany, Claire Nguyen, Olivia Porcheddu, Lilly Sands, Emily Smith, Cartia Taranto.Coach: Mr Deck

SENIOR SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY The Senior School Cross Country will be held on Friday 8 April at Kembla Joggers purpose built cross country facility at Darkes Road, West Dapto.

All students are expected to attend this compulsory whole school event to support their Houses. Students are to wear full sports uniform and house shirt all day.

Students will attend their first two lessons of the day and buses will leave at recess to shuttle all students to the venue. The canteen will not open at recess as students need to make their way to the buses. Please ensure your child brings adequate food for the day. No students are to drive to or be picked up from the venue. The carnival events will run in age divisions (program available on OLLE). At the completion of the carnival buses will bring students back to school for their normal leaving procedures.

Students are advised to wear a hat, sunscreen and bring plenty of fluid and food for the day. There will be a BBQ and drinks for sale at the carnival. All funds raised will support the CareSouth charity.

If the weather looks inclement please listen to 96.5 Wave FM for cancellation details. If the carnival is postponed the alternate date is Week 1 next term Friday 29 April.

We look forward to another exciting House competition day.

Event Times are as follows:11.45am - 18 Yrs Boys (4km) and Girls (3km)12.05am - 17 Yrs Boys (4km) and Girls (3kms)12.25pm - 16 Yrs Boys (4km) and Girls (3kms)12.45pm - 15 Yrs Boys (4km) and Girls (3kms)1.05pm - 14 Yrs Boys (3km) and Girls (3kms)1.25pm - 12/13 Yrs Boys (3km) and Girls (3kms)

TAPWe are currently taking expressions of interest for students wishing to attend the Talented Athletes Programme (TAP). Interested students are requested to complete the expression of interest survey on the OLLE TAP page. To access this page, students need to go to the OLLE Sports Page. Click on the TAP picture and then complete the Expression of Interest Survey at the bottom of the page. New students will be included into TAP for our Winter Sports.

UP AND COMING SPORT EVENTS CIS Girls Football – 4 AprilYears 9/10 All Schools Touch – 6 AprilNASSA Netball – 7 AprilTIGS Cross Country 8 April

TERM IICIS Swimming Carnival 27 AprilNASSA U/15 and Open Football 28 April

STUDENT SUCCESSClaire Smallhorn (Year 9) competed in the AICES Hockey Championships and has now been selected to represent CIS U/16 Girls Hockey. Congratulations Claire well done!

Georgia Robson (Year 11) entered the Splash and Dash event to raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation. She was the 1st woman in the U/18 age group in the 300m swim and 3 km run.

TIME SPORT TEACHER TUESDAY AM

7.00am – 8.00am CIRCUS & ACROBATICS

Circus Monoxide Mrs Lo Surdo

TUESDAY AM 7.00am – 8.00am

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

Cross Fit JAK

Mrs Lane

TUESDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

BASKETBALL IGC

Mr Stutchbury

TUESDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

GIRLS FITNESS ReKreate Fitness

Mrs Golding

TUESDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

HANGDOG Hangdog Climbing Gym

Mr Gollan

TUESDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

TRAMPOLINING Hangtime

Mrs Murphy

THURSDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

TENNIS Beaton Park

Mr Parsons

THURSDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

BOYS FITNESS Chodat Fitness

Mrs Lane

THURSDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

ATHLETICS Beaton Park

Mr Deck

THURSDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

TAP Athletics

Mrs Lane

THURSDAY PM 3.30pm – 5.00pm

FOOTBALL CODES TIGS

TBC

TAP We are currently taking expressions of interest for students wishing to attend the Talented Athletes Programme (TAP). Interested students are requested to complete the expression of interest survey on the OLLE TAP page. To access this page, students need to go to the OLLE Sports Page. Click on the TAP picture and then complete the Expression of Interest Survey at the bottom of the page. New students will be included into TAP for our Winter Sports. SURFING On Tuesday 15 March the TIGS Surfing Team Trials were held at the Farm at Killalea State Park. The following surfers took part in the day: Ruby Crandell, Joseph Druett, Luca Gibbs, Riley Hanlon, Eli Ireland, Noah Ireland, Yaan Keller-Bergmann, Finley McLaren, Nathan Thompson, Jai Tuckwood and Zachary Winter. Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to compete in our first surfing event of the year; the South Coast Surfing Championships on Friday 1 April. Billy Fisher, Jai Tuckwood, Finley McLaren, Zachary Winter and Riley Hanlon (reserve). U/16 AICES HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIPS Congratulations to Claire Smallhorn, Poppy Townsend and Lily Hunt who were selected to represent NASSA at the U/16 Girls AICES Hockey Championships in Wyong. Claire brought much experience and leadership to the team, dominating on the field and leading the way for Poppy and Lily who are in Year 7 and new to AICES Hockey. Claire is also congratulated for being selected to represent AICES at the NSW CIS Hockey Championships to be held at Pennant Hills on Tuesday 29 March. We wish her every success at these championships. STUDENTS SUCCESS

CO-CURRICULAR WINTER SPORT TERM II AND TERM III Co-curricular sport choices have taken place. Sports lists and permission notes can be accessed through the OLLE Sports Page. Please click on the Co-curricular image to access the Co-curricular Sports page. Permission notes will also be emailed. Please ensure that your child’s permission note is returned by Week 10 Friday April 7 2016 so that we can finalise venues and transport. Please see the current winter sports timetable.

TIGS FOUNDATIONFOR APPLICATIONS

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TO SEE BUSINESSES IN THE DIRECTORY

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BUSINESS DIRECTORYHave you been online recently to visit the new initiative of TIGS Foundation? TIGS Community Business Directory enables TIGS families to promote their business/s by advertising their details on the TIGS website.

There is an annual fee of $300 per business each calendar year for advertising in the Directory. Applications are currently being taken.

The Business Directory will provide an opportunity to strengthen and tighten the bonds between the School, parents and the businesses contained within the School Community.

If you are interested and would like to be involved please phone, Lisa Wilson on 4220 0264 or Joanne Danckwardt 0426 264 771, or email: foundation@tigs.nsw.edu.au

TIGS reserves the right to decline any advertisement or request changes before accepting any submissions.

Uniform NoticeSCHOOL HOLIDAYSThe Uniform Shop will be open during School Holidays on the following days:9.00am - 3.00pm Thursday 21 April 9.00am - 3.00pm Friday 22 April

RECYCLED UNIFORM SERVICEThe Recycled Uniform Service will be open on the following days:10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm Saturday 2 April10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm Saturday 9 April

$700MAJOR PRIZE COMPRISES OF:

$400 recording time at Silver Sound Recording Studio

$300 voucher at Haworth Music Centre

SAT 21 MAY1.00pm to 3.00pm

OF THE

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

+ All Band members must be currently attending High School

+ Agree to the Entry Requirements

+ Entries close Sunday 24 April

TO APPLY

+ You will need a band name, a proposed set list of 2-3 songs

and a 3 minute audition video

+ Complete the online application and submit your audition video

Showcase your talents to the crowds at TIGS Great Fete as you compete for the title of 'Best Band'!

Free

to Enter!

SPONSORS:

MAJOR

PR IZE

Entries close Sunday 24 April

For more information and to apply online please visit TIGS website

www.tigs.nsw.edu.au

Extend@TIGS WEEK 10 ACTIVITIES:Monday 4 AprilCraft: Apple LacingSport: Kickball

Tuesday 5 AprilCraft: Pipe-Cleaner PuppetsOutdoor sport: Soccer

Wednesday 6 AprilCraft: Tie Dye ArtActivity: The human knot

Thursday 7 AprilCraft: Leaf PrintingIndoor Activity: Dodgeball

Friday 8 AprilActivity: End of Term Party

ONLINE BOOKINGS: extend.com.auCALL OUR OFFICE: 1300 366 437

AUTUMN HOLIDAY PROGRAMME BOOKINGS ARE OPEN! Book by the deadline to take advantage of lower rates! Booking deadline: Friday 1 April

We have heaps of fun activities planned these school holidays and can’t wait for you to attend! Create a diorama of the Amazon jungle, mould an autumn leaf dish out of clay, and participate in lots of group games including a time challenge and secret agent maze! Join in on all this and more at Extend’s Autumn Holiday Program. To check out what’s on visit our website at extend.com.au and book via the Parent Portal.

Extend@TIGS has a lot of different and exciting upcoming events organised. Last week we had heaps of fun creating Paper Cup Owl and Magic Milk and playing Pretend Animals and sports such as Dodgeball, Guard the Nest and Soccer . This week we have a range of exciting science, craft and cooking activities planned so please come along and join in on all the fun.

Please do not forget to check the Newsletter for our weekly programme.

Parent Teacher InterviewsYEAR 12 PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS4.00pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 6 April in the Goodhew Research Centre (Library)

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JUNIOR SCHOOLARE INVITED TO OUR

Mother’s Day Breakfast

7.00am - 8.00am Friday 6 May 2016Held in Rees Hall

To RSVP please visit by Monday 2 Maywww.tigs.nsw.edu.au/events-and-bookings

MenuAssorted Yoghurts, Pastries, Assorted Cereals, Fresh Fruit, Juice, Coffee and Tea

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10am - 3pm

SATURDAY 21 MAY

GREAT Fete

Food Market

Show Bags

Silent Auction

Kids’ Corner

Devonshire Tea

Laser Tag

UPCOMING EVENTS

WEEK 10Year 12 Parent Teacher Interviews

4.00pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 6 April in the Goodhew Research Centre (Library)

Junior School Cross Country10.00am Friday 8 April at Kembla Joggers, West Dapto

Senior School Cross Country11.45am Friday 8 April at Kembla Joggers, West Dapto

Last day of Term IFriday 8 April

WEEK 1 TERM IIFirst Day of Term II

Tuesday 26 April

Senior School ANZAC Service1.42pm Tuesday 26 April in the IGC

Junior School ANZAC Service12.10pm Tuesday 26 April in Rees Hall

WEEK 2 TERM IIJunior School Mother’s Day Stall

Monday 2 May and Friday 6 May

Junior School Photo DayTuesday 3 May

Senior School Photo DayWednesday 4 May

Mother’s Day BreakfestFriday 6 May

10am - 3pm

SATURDAY 21 MAY

GREAT Fete

Food Market

Show Bags

Silent Auction

Kids’ Corner

Devonshire Tea

Laser Tag