Newsletter Term 4, 2024

As the year draws to a close, it's a perfect time to reflect on the incredible achievements of our wellbeing team in 2024.

In semester two, we had over 40 students participate in the 2024 ICAS Assessments for English, Mathematics, Science and Writing.

Throughout Term 4, PDHPE students in all year groups have been working conscientiously in theory classes revising course work in preparation for their end of year assessments. Congratulations to all students who performed to their potential throughout Semester 2. Recently the PDHPE teachers have been busy providing students with the important feedback from these assessments to ensure students continue to optimise their results in both theory and practical classes.

This year has been truly exceptional for the Hurstville Campus Debating team. As I reflect on our journey into the world of debating, I am filled with immense pride. For our team, this year marks the successful conclusion of two years of dedicated effort, teamwork, mutual respect and personal growth. Their commitment and perseverance have been truly inspiring.

Year 9 Industrial Technology Timber students have taken on a challenging and rewarding project, designing and constructing versatile multipurpose tables for their homes. This initiative not only showcases their skills but also reflects their commitment to sustainability.

Year 9 Food Technology students have been exploring the diverse and rich culinary landscape of Australia, from traditional bush tucker to modern fusion cuisine.

In time for Halloween, GRCHC held a creative scary story writing competition. Congratulations to Eli P, one of our winners, for writing an amazing entry!

It has been an amazing year with huge achievements in Mathematics at GRCHC.

Our school is implementing an updated School Behaviour Support and Management Plan from day 1, term 1 2025.

So, we come once again to the end of the year. All students should be proud of their accomplishments in Science throughout 2024. Year 8 students undertook their 8Validscience examination. This statewide examination allowed students to display their science skills and understanding that they have gained over their first 2 years of high school. Their results will be able to show how they are progressing in their science understanding compared to all 2023 year 8 students in NSW. Keep an eye out for those results to be emailed out to you by early 2025

On Thursday of Week 3, our Years 7 and 8 students attended a special screening of Embrace Kids at BOUNCE, Homebush, promoting self-acceptance and resilience.

GRC Hurstville Campus will be using Flexischools for parents to place lunch orders and make over-the-counter purchases at our school from 21 November 2024. Australia's #1 school ordering solution, Flexischools, operates in more than 1700 schools across Australia, enabling parents and students to order and pay for school lunches, uniform shop items, and school community events online or via the Flexischools app.

Year 10 Food Technology students are diving deep into the world of food trends, exploring everything from local food produce to cutting-edge technology.

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