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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
It’s great to be back in the school after my overseas professional learning. This is a copy of the speech I presented last week at assembly:
I have been away from you for the last 3 weeks. I spent 2 weeks in Boston at Harvard University and a week with the Director Mr Fox discussing the learning agenda at Hennessy.
Harvard University is currently ranked as 3rd best University in the world. Arguably the top university on the planet for graduate education. I applied for a scholarship to do some professional learning about leadership and being a better Principal and was lucky to be awarded one of 3 scholarships in Australia. I decided that I should aim high and take a risk to get out of my comfort zone and try for admission into the Women in Education Leadership course at Harvard.
I was the only principal in Australia to be accepted into the Harvard Graduate program.
It was hard. I had to write an academic paper, which the professors at the graduate school scrutinized before acceptance to the course. I had lots of work to do beforehand to prepare, I was one of only a handful of participants without a PHD and I had to do a presentation about Hennessy to 57 women from around the world and a panel of Harvard Professors. I was the only person from Australia. I was able to take Hennessy to the world, which was the best bit.
Needless to say I learnt a great deal about how successful leaders lead organizations. The main takeaway was about being yourself, being authentic and sticking to your values without compromising even if parts of your community might disagree at times.
I learnt that our school in Regional NSW is kicking goals academically and structurally and being overseas and sharing my experiences with other principals has confirmed for me that your teachers are experts and we are blessed to have them, and that Hennessy is a great school.
I recall saying to you (students) at the start of the year that nothing worth doing is easy and the best learning comes from being out of your comfort zone.
Now is the time to take risks in your academic journey, to step out of your comfort zone, to trust your teachers and to develop your authentic self.
Hennessy can help you build your future. Make the most of it.
Good wishes for the week ahead.
Trazel
Please find attached information regarding NAPLAN 2019.
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Please ensure that in the event that your child is hospitalised or attends a facility to support mental health recovery a re-entry to school interview must be arranged with the Principal, Assistant Principal and other staff where relevant, before the child can re- enter the school grounds.
This is to enable the development of a return to school program to identify any possible risks to the safety of the student and to support any academic, physical, or social and emotional adjustments.
TRAZEL SCOTT | Principal
PDHPE News
Year 10 PDHPE students have been busy during the term working in small groups to create partner dances that incorporate elements of the Jive. On Monday afternoon the students performed in front of all of their peers. The top performers of the day were asked to dance again in the final. Finalists included: Seth Schulz and Mattea Tarce, Mitch Brown and Kate Murphy, Kyle Price and Alexis Moran, Alexander Block and Grace Gibson, Riley Anderson and Holli Madgwick, Jarrad King and Harriet Davis. Congratulations to the runners up Alexander and Grace, and to our winners Kyle and Lexi.
SAVE THE DATE
Universities Admission Centre (UAC) online applications
Applications for study in 2020 will open on Wednesday 3 April. Students will be able to apply for undergraduate courses as well as Schools Recommendation Schemes (SRS), Educational Access Schemes (EAS) and Equity Scholarships (ES).
Mrs Parkman will be holding a student info session on Friday 12th April (last day of term) during period 1 and a parent info session on Wednesday 8th May from 6pm until 7pm
Interested in going to Macquarie Uni in Sydney?
Macquarie in a Day - APRIL
17 OR 18 April | 8.30am - 3pm | Macquarie University campus
We’re opening our doors to Year 11 and Year 12 students for the chance to taste what a day in the life of a Macquarie student is really like.
Register now, spaces filling up fast!
Find out more at: Mq.edu.au/mqinaday
Macquarie Uni | Year 12 Information Evening - MAY
Wednesday 1 May | 5.30pm - 8pm | Macquarie University campus
We’ll take you through our early entry program, courses, scholarships, pathway options and give you the opportunity to speak one-on-one with course advisers.
Parents are encouraged to attend.
Register for expression of interest at mq.edu.au/study/high-school-students/events
OR
Macquarie Uni Year 12 Information Evening - JUNE
Wednesday 26 June | 5.30pm - 8pm | Macquarie Uni City Campus
We’ll take you through our early entry program, courses, scholarships, pathway options and give you the opportunity to speak one-on-one with course advisers.
Parents are encouraged to attend.
Register expression of interest at: mq.edu.au/study/high-school-students/events
Macquarie Open Day - AUGUST
Saturday 17 August | 10am - 3pm | Macquarie Uni
Our doors are open all day for you to experience our campus, speak with academics, current students and find out all about life at Macquarie University.
Find out more at: openday.mq.edu.au
Experience InterContinental Sydney with The Hotel School – Hospo or hotel management - JULY
6 July | 9am - 3pm | InterContinental Sydney
Experience the opportunity with The Hotel School, Australia's leading university hotel school. Do you see yourself in Hotel Management or Tourism - a global growth sector and Australia's second largest industry? Would you like to go behind the scenes of a leading 5-star luxury hotel and find out what working in a 5-star hotel environment is like? The Hotel School, together with InterContinental Sydney, is offering you a unique experience.
Register for InterContinental Insights and get to see what it takes to manage the InterContinental Sydney.
Who should attend?
Current Year 11 and 12 students who are interested in learning more about the hotel industry.
IMPORTANT: Parents do not need to pay. Parents are welcome to join us for the introductory and closing sessions.
Western Sydney University - U Day - JUNE
Wednesday 12 June 2019, Campbelltown Campus
Western Sydney U Day provides the opportunity for senior high school students to experience a day on a Western Sydney University campus. The event will allow high school students to speak with current University students and academic staff, experience the range of courses available at Western Sydney University through interactive workshops and presentations, learn about scholarships, The Academy, pathway programs and further opportunities to pursue their aspirations.
More details to follow – if you are interested see Mrs Parkman
JMC Open Day - MAY
SYDNEY // 18TH MAY 2019
Are you still undecided about how you want to spend the next one to two years of your study time? Do you want a preview of what your years after school might hold? Then this is your opportunity to get to know JMC Academy. On the day you can take a tour of our facilities, get your hands on some of our serious gear, grab a bit to eat and learn why JMC continues to lead the way in Creative Industries education. You’ll also have a chance to chat with current students and heads of department about studying abroad, industry internships and scholarships. Don’t forget to listen to our student bands and stop by the studios to see and hear live film and audio productions in action!
Register Now
Find out more - https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/open-days
Coder Academy School Holiday Workshops - APRIL
SYDNEY APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2019 - $140 + GST per Workshop
Join Coder Academy for fun and engaging days full of coding, robotics, electronics, Virtual Reality and more! Kids will learn and have fun with our fabulous school holiday programs. Whether they are interested in coding, game design, VR or wearables, we have a program for them! Watch them transform from technology consumers to technology creators. Highly trained staff will provide kids with a range of experiences designed to fire their passions and ignite their creativity.
Prerequisites: Absolutely none!
Skill level: Beginner or intermediate
What to bring? Just bring a packed lunch and be ready to learn.
Book here - https://coderacademy.edu.au/kids-coding-courses/sydney-april19-school-holiday-program
Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) Sydney - School holiday workshops – APRIL
The AFTRS have some amazing holiday workshops open to all ages including primary students including digi animation, film making, television and radio presenting, movie makeup, special effects make up and music for film and TV. Course fees apply.
For more information go to
Foundation Sewing Studio | Winter Workshop (5 Days, Sydney Campus) - JULY
15 - 19 July | Sydney The Whitehouse Institute Foundation Sewing Studio Workshop provides individuals with an introduction to the application and modification of patterns, together with techniques to embellish and construct a complete garment. The Foundation Sewing Workshop is aimed at those wishing to gain patternmaking and sewing skills or those with an interest in fashion. The 5-day sewing workshop provides foundations to designing a garment for themselves using simple pattern modification techniques either by computer or manually. Then to be able to cut and make the garment using simple techniques that guarantee success. Participants will have access to all the technical equipment required for use during the 5-day course. During this workshop students will learn:
- Body measurement taking and pattern size adjustment
- Design development or selection
- Pattern interpretation and modification using either manual techniques or CAD (StyleCAD or Gerber AccuMark)
- Fabric selection, fabric properties and composition
- Fabric laying, pattern placement and cutting
- Garment construction techniques relevant to the design
- Garment finishing and pressing
- Trend Forecasting
Classes will commence at 10am each day and conclude at 3pm with a one hour break for lunch. If you have any questions about this workshop please do not hesitate to give us a call. Limited places available.
A Day in the Life Creative Workshops | Sydney - APRIL
Saturday 13 April | 9.30am - 1.30pm | Ultimo Campus
Still deciding which creative course or career to aim for? Spend a day with us, at Uni, and discover what a day in the life of a design or gaming student is REALLY like. Our workshops are free, and an ideal way to get a feel for what you like, what you don’t like and where you might see yourself in the future. You won’t know until you try!
Workshop Types:
- Communication (Graphic) Design
- Interior Design
- Branded Fashion Design
- Photography
- Digital Media
- Gaming
Suitable for: High School students in years 10-12 AND anyone interested in learning more about a career in either Graphic Design, Interior Design, Fashion, Photography, Digital Media or Gaming.
Find out more - https://www.billyblue.edu.au/news-events/upcoming-events
Whitehouse Institute of Design – CAMPUS TOURS
Our campus tours give you the opportunity to visit either our Sydney or Melbourne campuses, meet staff and students and gain in-depth information on our courses, teaching and student life. You will be able to ask questions about the course, see the studios and facilities and get a taste of the creative atmosphere at Whitehouse. Bookings are preferred.
Get in touch today by phoning 1300 551 433 or by completing the enquiry form on this page.
Dreaming of design?
The Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) graphic design online course can offer you the freedom and flexibility you need to unleash your creative potential and give your career in design a kick start!
In just 12 weeks, you can learn how to make your print and screen publications look professional with CIT’s Statement of Attainment – Preparatory Skill Set for Professional Graphic Design Practice (CUASS00049).
This training is perfect if you are intending to pursue a career in graphic design but have little or no design experience, or you just want to see if this career and industry might be for you.
The preparatory skills training will allow you to:
- Explore fundamental design skills using Adobe InDesign
- Understand principles of layout, typography and colour
- Learn skills and techniques for graphic design, digital media and publishing
Apply now! Enrolments are open now – start anytime between 19 March– 12 April 2019.
Study online at your own pace with some optional evening sessions at the MAC labs at CIT Reid. For more information, visit cit.edu.au/graphicdesign, call CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au
Thank you to the following Hennessy students who gave freely of their time on the evening of Friday 15th March to help at the Young Crisis Accommodation Centre Hollywood Nights fundraising event at the Young Golf Club.
Belle Whitechurch, Jessica Oakes, Mia Carroll, Halle Dreverman, Kahlicia Davis.
They volunteered to prepare dishes , serve meals to guests, and clean up after serving. Their professionalism added to the success of the evening and was positively received by guests on the night.
On Monday evening the 18th March, staff, students and parents of Nagle House gathered in our Hospitality kitchen to prepare a meal.
Enough food was prepared for participants to share together but to also package and donate to the homeless of our local community.
It was a fun evening, sharing good food and even better company. Thank you to all those whom donated to this valuable initiative.
Year 10 student – Ailish Moore from Hennessy Catholic College had the opportunity to participate in the inaugural Women In Surveying Day on March 6th, as part of NSW Women’s Week.
Yr 8 completing an introductory investigation into the application of rates in sports.
