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Term 2 Week 10 - Friday 5 July 2019

The Buzz

Oorala Leadership CampThe Oorala Youth Leadership camps are designed to provide an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander male students to develop important values and skills such as communication, leadership, mindfulness and respect. Four Tamworth High School Senior boys attended the three day camp, Zaylin Jones, Brock Loder, Oscar Thistle and Patrick Fogg, which has been running for four years and are held over 3 days at the University of Armidale.The young men are guided and mentored by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consultants and presenters throughout the camp who lead a range of learning sessions and panel discussions. Sessions allow students to develop important skills for motivation, goal setting, well-being and how to find balance in their lives, plus plan for their chosen careers and the next steps beyond high school.The camp was led by Dean Widders and Shantelle Thompson. Dean is an Anaiwan man from Armidale who played over 220 games in the NRL. Dean represented Country Origin and the Australian Prime Ministers 13 during his Rugby League career. Shantelle is a three time World Champion in Jiu-Jitsu. Both Dean and Shantelle encouraged our Indigenous students to reach for their dreams and equip them with values and confidence to be positive leaders in their communities. Mr Ben Merrick PDHPE Teacher

Principal's Report

Principal's Notice

It gives me great pleasure to open this edition of ‘The Buzz’ with news on the appointment of our newest Head Teachers. Firstly, we recently welcomed Anthony Walmsley as new Head Teacher Wellbeing from Peel HS. Anthony bring with him significant experience and capabilities across a broad range of areas which will be a great benefit for our school. Secondly, we recently conducted the selection process for the Head Teacher English position and it gives me great pleasure to announce that Gina Ostle was the successful candidate and as such has transitioned into the role with immediate effect. My congratulations to both Gina and Anthony - I know they will be great additions to the THS team! Over recent times, we have had several major sporting events where the impact of our Sports Development program is starting to show.The U/15s Rugby League competed at the Country Cup Gala Day on Wednesday this week against various schools in the region. Our First game we went down to Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School 36-4, we displayed strong resilience and desire to keep placing our best foot forward during this match, well done to Bailey Wolrige on an individual try to get us on the board. Our second game we carried the same standard of play to beat Oxley high School 22-20 with some great tries from David Lowrie, Jayden McGrath, Kaidan Winsor and Joash Boney scoring a double. Our last game we fell short against Peel High School 24-14, all tries coming from the brilliance of Kaidan Winsor, Joash Boney and Bailey Wolrige. Joash Boney and Damali Trindall-Weribone both kicking a goal each on the day. Outstanding attitude and representation of Tamworth High School was displayed by the students. It was an awesome effort by all involved. The Northwest Cross Country was a great day, with a very challenging course set out at Mullaley. Sixteen THS students competed on the day with the most notable results below.

o Annabelle Wilson 7tho Jonathan Tongue 10tho Jye Lowder 15tho Caine Ford 17tho Georgia Lock 13tho Lachlan Flemming 19th The highlight of the day occurred in the last race which was the 17+ boys - Zaylin Jones hurt his knee with 1km to go and the entire THS crew asked if they could go and run the last part of the race with him. They brought Zaylin home and it demonstrated exactly what sport and the Tamworth High culture is about and the amazing camaraderie amongst our students. We had a number of teams participating in the Oztag Gala day last Friday. Ms Halpin informs me that this was another huge success, with 3 out of 6 THS teams winning the tournament and progressing to the next round which will be held in Sydney next term.The behaviour and sportsmanship of our students was absolutely outstanding. In addition to Ms Halpin, we need to recognise the efforts of Mr Lasscock and Mr Hartmann, who both did an excellent job managing/coaching the teams! The school spirit was particularly high with students cheering each other on. Last Friday’s PTSD Walk was a successful afternoon event and I need to thank the team of students and staff responsible for the organisation and execution. As Michael Van Doesburg noted in his message to staff, the total distance covered was 880 kms and we will have a total for the fundraising aspect later this week.

Mr Daniel Wilson Principal

The final two Staff Development Days of the year (19 - 20 December 2019) are normally pupil free days. However, for 2019, we have made a decision to conduct the professional learning for all staff at earlier points in the school calendar, thus enabling the skills developed during these sessions to be utilised earlier and more effectively by staff. As a result, I need to inform parents and the wider community, that Tamworth High School will be completely closed from close of business Wednesday 18 December 2019. We do not envisage this causing significant inconvenience given the proximity to the summer holiday break.

THS Uniform

Junior Winter Uniform

Senior Winter Uniform

Uniform is an important part of the development of the school as it presents the first (and often lasting) impression people form about the school and more importantly, its students. At Tamworth High School, we want our students to be viewed in a positive way.If you have any questions about the THS uniform, you can contact the office on 6765 7888. The full THS uniform is available at Lowes in Peel Street, Tamworth

Junior GirlsShirt Sky Blue, collared, button through with long sleeves and school crest on left sideTie Tamworth High School Junior TieJumper Black V Neck, Sloppy Joe or HoodieSkirt Black “A” line, with two inverted kick pleats in front, in plain polyester and wool or gabardine.Slacks / Trousers Black polyester/gabardine tailored styleSocks / Stockings BlackHat School hat

Junior BoysShirt Sky Blue, collared, button through with long sleeves and school crest on left sideTie Tamworth High School Junior TieJumper B Black V Neck, Sloppy Joe or HoodieSlacks / Trousers Grey cotton/drill, cotton/polyester or polyester/viscose/rayon but not in corduroySocks BlackHat School hat

Senior GirlsShirt White, collared, button through with long sleeves and school crest on left sideTie Tamworth High School Senior TieJumper Black V Neck, Sloppy Joe or HoodieSkirt Blue Tartan “A” line skirt with two inverted pleats in frontSlacks / Trousers Black polyester/gabardine tailored styleSocks / Stockings BlackHat School hat

Senior BoysShirt White, collared, button through with long sleeves with school crest on left sideTie Tamworth High School Senior TieJumper Black V Neck, Sloppy Joe or HoodieSlacks / Trousers Grey cotton/drill, cotton/polyester or polyester/viscose/rayon but not in corduroySocks BlackHat School hat

The Cowra Dorset State Championships took place during week 7 where we took four ewes and 2 lambs away. The competition was very strong, with Tamworth High winning the Pair of Ewes class in the schools section. The students represented the school excellently and helped other stud breeders with preparing and handling their sheep.

Silent AuctionDuring Term One, our year 11 Agriculture students did a growth trial where broiler chickens were grown using two different types of feed. After the trial ended, a silent auction was held to raise money with the funds returning to the Agriculture plot. Congratulation to Ms Warden for placing the winning bid, the prize bird weighing in at a whopping 3.5kgs

Agriculture News

Dance News

Last Thursday our senior dance students had the opportunity to join with other students from the region to partake in a New England Senior HSC Dance Day.

We were lucky to receive a grant from the Arts Council to further senior students in the area of Dance. We were even luckier to be able to have the Head Teacher of Dance from Newtown High School of the PerformIng Arts Miss Leisa Munns, tutor for the day. Miss Munns has been a senior HSC marker and was extremely valuable to have for the day. Thank you to all students that supported the day. Chookas to our upcoming HSC cohort who sit their Dance HSC in August! Miss Breanna McFadyen CAPA Teacher

On Thursday 4 July 2019, Tamworth High School held the SEEK Awards for all students who had attained Gold or Plat-inum level during Semester one 2019.The SEEK awards, meaning Students for Excellence, Enterprise and Knowledge, acknowledge those students who have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic to not only their studies, but also contribute to the positive ethos within the Tamworth High School community. Congratulations to all recipients.

SEEK Awards

Calendar

P&C News

Week 229 July – 2 Aug NAIDOC Week29 July White card training29 July PDHPE HSC Enrichment day2 August North West Athletics Carnival

Term 3 Week 122 July Staff Development Day23 July Students return to schoolBreakfast Cafe - Everyday 7.30am to 8.50am in HT1. 30c donation appreciated and all students welcomeHomework Centre - Every Wednesday 3.20pm in the THS Library and all students welcome

The next P&C meeting will take place on Tuesday July at 6.30pm in the THS Library.Entry is via Willis Street