RUTHERFORD TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER...RUTHERFORD TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL 5th MARCH 2021 NEWSLETTER DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 9-10 Mar Yr 7 Vaccinations (Round 1) 10 Mar Buckley

RUTHERFORD TECHNOLOGY

HIGH SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER 5th MARCH 2021

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

9-10 Mar Yr 7 Vaccinations (Round 1)

10 Mar Buckley Shield Gala Day

11 Mar White Card Course

16 Mar Yr 11 Chemistry Excursion

16 Mar P&C AGM & Monthly Meeting

17 Mar SRC Planning Day

19 Mar National Day Against Bullying

22 Mar GRIP Leadership Conference

26 Mar School Photo Day

30 Mar School Photo Catch Up Day

1 Apr Last Day - Term 1

2 Apr Good Friday

Rutherford Technology

High School

Avery Street

Rutherford NSW 2320

Phone:

02 4932 5999

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

https://rutherford-h.school.nsw.gov.au

Office Hours:

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm

Friday 8:00am-3:30pm

Outside of office hours, a message

may be left on the school answering

machine.

An appointment is necessary before

meeting with a staff member, including

the Principal or Deputy Principal, as

they have class, playground duty and

other commitments during the school

day. Please call our Administration

Office to make an appointment.

On Friday 5th MARCH 2021, fifteen students from our school Show Team at-

tended the Maitland Show to participate in the Junior Cattle Judging.

On of the teams successfully made it into the Orals for being the closest to the

Judges answers with a score of 225 points, but sadly they didn’t get a ribbon

for their Oral Presentation.

However, they made up for it in the Mullet Judging Competition with Jaydan

Pepperall getting a second place ribbon.

The Show Team all had lots of fun and had an amazing day!!

Sara Caldwell

Rutherford Technology High School Show Team Member

SHOW TEAM

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COMMITMENT RESPECT RESPONSBILITY

RUTHERFORD TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER - 5th MARCH 2021

MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

Assessments

We have revised our assessment policies for all year groups. Years 7, 8 and 9 received

their Assessment Schedule booklet and Assessment Policy booklet in Week 4. Please

read the Policy booklet to make sure you are aware of all things to do with assessment

tasks.

Years 10 and 11 received their Assessment Schedule booklet in Weeks 3 and 4 and

again it is important that parents and carers are aware of procedures around

assessments. Please call the school if you have any questions regarding these

documents. If your child did not bring home these documents ask them to see their

Deputy Principal.

Uniform

The P&C supports Rutherford Technology High School as a uniform school. As a school we want every student to be proud

members of our school and wear our uniform with pride. The uniform shop is open two days a week and online orders are

also welcome. I strongly encourage students to be prepared for colder days by buying a school jumper and track pants.

Families need to collect an appropriate financial assistance form from the school administration office.

Senior Students

Our Year 12 students are almost halfway through their final year, amazing how quickly it goes. It has been very heartening

the number of Year 12 students who are turning up to a variety of Study sessions or workshops. We are providing our

students with tailored study sessions that meet their needs rather than running study days.

Year 11 students have started the year on a positive note. They have some flexibility in their timetable allowing them to have

an early leave day, Wednesday and a late arrival on Thursday. They will only have the privilege of doing this if they meet the

following obligations: attendance above 85%, no uniform infringements, no outstanding N-Awards, have completed All My

Own Work and Minimum Standards. It is expected that this time be used for study and not part time or casual work. Students

who decide to stay at school have the opportunity to do study in the Library.

Road Safety

I will finish off with road safety. We have had numerous calls from members of the public about the dangerous behaviour of

our students on roads. There have been some near misses this week as students are crossing roads without looking to see if

it is safe. It almost seems that they feel that if they are in a group then they have the right of way. Crossings must be used. If

you pick up or drop off students across the road from the school please reinforce that they must use the crossing and not run

across anywhere.

Mrs Lidija Nenad Deputy Principal

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MATHEMATICS FACULTY REPORT Welcome to the Mathematics Faculty for 2021! Mathematics Faculty 2021 Staff: Mr Craig Trotter Mr Anthony Bougatsas Mrs Debbie Evans Mr Justin Farrell Mr Paul Forbes (M-W) Ms Charlotte Hewitt Mrs Trish Lasorsa Mr Mark Niddrie Mr Matthew Rees Ms Ashley Rooney Mrs Steffanie Smith Ms Kelly Young (Th-F) Mathematics Homework Homework is very important in Mathematics. Students who complete their homework on a regular basis are much more successful than those that do not. Mathematics homework is an opportunity to practice the skills learnt in class, and like anything, the more you practice, the better you get. Mathematics homework is given regularly at Rutherford Technology High School. What form it takes is determined by individual teachers. However, every Mathematics teacher will: issue homework; check and record homework; provide feedback to students and contact parents/caregivers when necessary. As parents, I ask you to be involved as much as possible and encourage your child to complete all homework on time - working together, I know we can make a difference. A part from set homework, it is also a very good idea for students to revise their school work regularly. This helps develop a good study routine and positive work ethic.+ MathsOnline MathsOnline is again up and running this year. Every student at Rutherford Technology High School has been provided with a MathsOnline account which is used at school but can also be used extensively at home to consolidate class work and for extra hours. Australian Mathematics Competition The Australian Mathematics Competition is held every year in August (Term 3) with students invited to participate. Ruther-ford Technology High School will again be involved - further details will be available closer to the date. Reminder: Maths tutoring (free of charge) available at school: 3:30pm-4:30pm every Thursday in K129. All welcome! If at any time during the year should you have any questions related to Mathematics please feel free to contact myself. Mr Craig Trotter Head Teacher Mathematics Faculty

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School Photo Day will be held on

FRIDAY 26th MARCH 2021 We will have a makeup day on Tuesday 30th March 2021 (approximately one hour). The school dress code for photos is full school uniform with NO visible undershirts, shirt sleeves are NOT to be rolled up, ALL shirt buttons to be done up (including top button), NO dangly earrings and NO facial piercings. Please be advised that staff will be in attendance to ensure all students have the correct dress code and should a student not meet the dress code they will NOT be photographed. Students have received their personalized flyer - if your child has not received theirs please see Maxine Creek in the Careers Staffroom on a Tuesday; Thursday or Friday. Sibling photo envelopes are available from Maxine Creek.

Reminder that students are required to hand their personalized flyer to the photographer on the day. MSP Photography advises the personalize flyer replaced to previous style of personalized envelopes and are encouraging all orders to be made online either prior, or for up to seven days after, our school photo date. Log on to www.msp.com.au and click ORDER ONLINE. To order a pack for another student from the same family at the same school use the ‘Change Shoot Key’ function to enter the next shoot key. On the day, MSP will accept cheques made payable to MSP Photography or cash providing is it the correct money as no change is given. Please note the school does not handle orders or payments. MSP Photography has been our photographer for many years now and are part of our school community in so many ways.

Please mark the date on the calendar and remember to ask your child to show you the personalized flyer as they have received it.

‘Future Proofing’ Study

Dear Parents and Carers

As you might already know, we are excited to be offering the Future Proofing Study to all Year 8 at Rutherford Technology

High School. If you haven’t already done so, please let us know of your decision regarding your child’s involvement in this

study. You can visit the following website to complete the consent form online: https://www.fpstudy.org.au/RuthTech or

return the paper form if you have one.

This study is being run by researchers at the Black Dog Institute and the University of New South Wales, along with over 170

schools, to better understand the mental health challenges of early adolescence to adulthood. Students in the study will

complete surveys and try out mental health apps to identify and prevent symptoms of depression and anxiety.

The results of this study have real potential to inform government policy and the scientific community. For this reason, we are

keen to get a good representation from Rutherford Technology High School.

The research team have recorded a 10-minute information webinar for parents. If you wish to learn more about the study, you can watch the webinar here: https://youtu.be/Mf2OsMfFKSs

Ms Kristine Turner & Mrs Emma Basedow

Head Teachers Wellbeing - Year 8

https://www.fpstudy.org.au/RuthTech

https://youtu.be/Mf2OsMfFKSs

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TERM 1: WEEK 5 – CAPA (Music & Drama) + CAPA (Art) FACULTY PBL AWARDS

Drama Marshall Consistent Effort in Drama Mikayla Consistent Effort in Drama (Acting for Fun) Music Drew Demonstrating Core School Values in Music Joseph Commitment to Learning in Music Noah Demonstrating Core School Values in Music Photography Devyn Being Engaged in their Learning in Photography Jordan Application and Effort in Photography Thomas Application and Effort in Photography Zeke Application and Effort in Photography Visual Arts Baxter Application and Effort in Visual Arts Bella Consistent Effort in Visual Arts Bella Commitment and Respect for Learning in Visual Arts Rylee Commitment to and Respect for Learning in Visual Arts Zion Application and Effort in Visual Arts Visual Design Rohan Application and Effort in Visual Design

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TERM 1: WEEK 6 – SCIENCE & SUPPORT FACULTY PBL AWARDS

Science Faculty:

Year 7: Maddison Enthusiasm and Commitment in Science Mason Commitment to Science Homework Tasks Year 8: Jack Always Taking Responsibility for Learning Jeremy Commitment in Science Year 9: Grace Commitment to Practical Tasks Tahnee Commitment to Personal Best Year 10: Dalton Commitment to Science Katie-Rose Commitment in Science Year 11: Ella Dedication to Studies in Chemistry Kaide Dedication to Studies in Biology Lili Dedication to Studies in Biology Shianne Dedication to Studies in Physics Year 12: Devyn Dedication to Studies in Physics Jason Dedication to Studies in Chemistry Jessica Outstanding Effort in Biology Madisyn Outstanding Effort in Biology Support:

Aaron Commitment to Personal Growth and Independent Learning Skills in Science Aaron Excellence in Creative Thoughts and Critical Thinking Blake Demonstrating Independent Learning Skills in Mainstream Mathematics Dylan Demonstrating Respect to all and a Committed Approach to Learning in English Issabell Commitment to Learning and Development in English Jack Committed Approach to Increasing Spelling and Literacy Skills Jett Increased Commitment and Application in Literacy Tasks Joshua Demonstrating an Outstanding Approach to all Learning Tasks Konen Demonstrating a Committed Approach to Creative Tasks Sanita Excellent Commitment in English Shane Excellence in Exploring Historical Concepts and Topics in HSIE Tristan Demonstrating Commitment to all Learning Tasks Tyrone Excellence in Leading Classroom Discussion in Theoretical PDHPE Lessons

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Recently in our PBL lessons we have been revisiting how our core values are reflected in the classroom. Classrooms are a

great cross section of our community and all walks of life are represented. For this reason, we expect our students to ‘live’ as

examples and uphold our set of values. In short, our values are how we want everyone at Rutherford Technology High

School to ‘be’ not only ‘do’.

Being respectful in the classroom is:

► Valuing others opinions and rights to learn ► Actively listening ► Caring for yourself, others and the environment ► Following staff instructions ► Using appropriate language

Being responsible in the classroom is:

► Being safe

► Being in the right place at the right time

► Using electronic devices appropriately (more on that later)

► Owning your actions

► Making good choices

And being committed to learning looks like:

► Being prepared to learn

► Striving for personal best

► Engaged in learning

► Bringing equipment to class

► Collaborating with others

The use of mobile phones in the classroom is a burning issue and we have made in clear how students are to use their

devices. The ‘NO’ and ‘GO’ policy is a school wide initiative and it works to reflect our core values and how they are

expressed in the classroom. Now, I stand guilty of having my phone pretty much attached to me most of the time, and I know

it is the same for our students (we are all cyborgs!). However, there is a clear and present line between appropriate and

inappropriate use of our digital extensions. When used for learning smart phones can be a great resource – they are

instantaneous and easily accessible, however, used otherwise can be a great distraction. Inappropriate use shows a

disregard for our core values and eventually can result in it becoming a behaviour management issue – something we all wish

to avoid.

Basically, our core school values reflected by classroom expectations, are common sense. In order to get the best from school we need to put our best foot forward, and ‘aspire’ to becoming the best we possibly can.

Mr Andrew Rutherford

Rutherford Technology High School PBL Team

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Congratulations to the following students who qualified for Regional Swimming and competed on Monday 1st March 2020 at Lambton Pool. Isis Auslebrook Blake Burton Izaac Coyle Paige Grieve Jake Guest Giselle Kendall Callum Priestley Thomas Reid Addison Rowe Sebastian Sanderson Eva Turner Adrian Wenham Matthew Wenham Cain White Shay White Tahj Wood Rutherford Technology High School was the largest representative of students for the Coalfields area - Well done! A big congratulations to Blake Burton (50m freestyle) and our 15 year boys 50m freestyle relay team (Blake Burton; Izaac Coyle; Adrian Wenham & Tahj Wood) who have now qualified to represent the Hunter at State Championships to be held early next term in Sydney. Mr Steve Edwards Rutherford Technology High School Swimming Coordinator

SCHOOL SWIMMING REPORT

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The wearing of school uniform at Rutherford Technology High School Is mandatory. The school uniform is manufactured and sold by Daylight Sportswear at a dedicated onsite Uniform Shop at the

school. This is the ONLY location that the school uniform is available for purchase.

Uniform Shop Hours:

Tuesday 8:00am-12:00noon

Thursday 1:00pm-5:00pm

Purchase Online: daylightsportswear.com/Rutherford

Please ensure all orders are collected from the Uniform Shop

MASTERCARD, VISA & EFTPOS ACCEPTED. CHEQUES NOT ACCEPTED. NO LAYBY.

Uniform Shop: Contact Vanessa - 0478 920 262 during business hours

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Rutherford Technology High School canteen is operated by the P&C and offers Flexischools, and as

we encourage cashless payments, a friendly reminder that the canteen has EFTPOS - Please note that

cash is still accepted. Flexischools ordering MUST be in by 9:00am and in accordance with Healthy

School Canteens, pies and sausage rolls are only available at ‘Break 1’.

Canteen Roster

Monday 8 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair Monday 15 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair

Tuesday 9 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair Tuesday 16 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair

Wednesday 10 March 2021 Volunteer Required Wednesday 17 March 2021 Volunteer Required

Thursday 11 March 2021 Volunteer Required Thursday 18 March 2021 Volunteer Required

Friday 12 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair Friday 19 March 2021 Michelle Sinclair

Where: Rutherford Technology High School Canteen

When: As often as you can, part or full day!

Hours: 9:00am till 3:00pm (or any part of the day you can manage)

Experience: Not necessary

Everything you need to know can be learnt within a short space of time

Salary: Plenty of tea and coffee (or juice) and the best of all friendship

Bonus: Your child/children are happy to see you in their school.

You get to meet new people & make good friends within the school community!

Applications close: NEVER!

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RUTHERFORD TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL P&C ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Rutherford Technology High School Parents & Citizens Association will be held on Tuesday 16th March 2021 at 6:00pm in the school front office interview room. In accordance with the Federation of Parents & Citizens’ Association Guidelines the following will apply: The officer positions determined at the AGM, according to both Standard and Prescribed Constitution are: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Canteen Treasurer, Public Officer and Finance Committee •No more than one office position can be held by the same person. •Two people from the same family can hold office-bearer positions at the same time. •Office-bearers can be elected regardless of their place and type of employment. •Only financial members are eligible to stand for a position (to be a financial member, a community person must have paid their $2.00 membership fee no later than the General Meeting prior to the AGM). Nominations should be forwarded to the Principal via the school email address ([email protected]) and include nominating position, nominee name, address and telephone number or alternatively nominations can be taken at the meeting. The March meeting will follow at the conclusion of the AGM.

mailto:[email protected]

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Applications for ADF Gap Year Open Now

An ADF Gap Year is a unique opportunity for your students to experience life in the Navy, Army or Air Force,

without needing to make a long-term commitment. The skills obtained through the ADF Gap Year program will

provide them valuable work and life experience and are completely transferable. It will enable your students to

develop the confidence for their next endeavour.

Students who take part in the ADF Gap Year program:

▪ Gain valuable skills and work experience

▪ Enjoy a great salary package plus free Healthcare

▪ Live a varied, active and healthy lifestyle

▪ Make friends with like-minded people

▪ Have the opportunity to see more of Australia

Whatever their interest, there are a variety of roles to select that will provide young Australians valuable life skills.

These include experiences as an officer, in management, engineering, logistics and warehousing, combat and

security, and administration.

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Maitland

Rutherford Technology High School has an

Official Facebook Page – just go to Facebook

and look for “Rutherford Technology High School

NSW Official Site” and click on “Like”.

We will be using the Facebook page to keep everyone

informed about events at the school, important dates for your

diary, and general information about the school.

Link:

http://www.facebook.com/RutherfordTechnologyHighSchool

Maitland

RTHS SUPPORTERS

The staff and students who are involved in the

Breakfast Club would like to acknowledge the

generosity of ‘Bakers Delight’ at Rutherford who now

provide us with bread. There are many local

businesses who donate their time,

service or products to our school.

We express our appreciation and hope our school

community can reciprocate.

Rutherford

https://staffowa.det.nsw.edu.au/owa/redir.aspx?C=aa33ec5c32a6425a86daed6b48457bc3&URL=http%3a%2f%2fwww.facebook.com%2fRutherfordTechnologyHighSchool

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