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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 20:18:04 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

Are you #Ready2020?

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 15:36:50 AEDT

Hints, tips and resources to make a great start to the new school year – whether it’s your first day of high school or you’ve been here a while.

We work hard to make sure every student is known, valued and cared for – even before they walk into the classroom on Day 1, Term 1.

We’ve got great advice and resources for high school, no matter what year you’re heading into...

For families of students starting Year 7:

download our Getting ready for high school booklet
read our top tips for a smooth transition.

For families of returning students:

visit the back to school checklist to make a hassle-free start to the year
download the 2020 calendar to stay organised all year
check out our hints for setting up a study space.

Video – #Ready2020: First day at high school

Duration – 1:00

Staying healthy into the new school year

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:48:27 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:58:10 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 17:19:38 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 12:11:57 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Reading has been shown to reduce stress by 68% more than listening to music, going for a walk, or having a cup of tea.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – Ben Law asks students about their favourite author

Duration: 1:18

Author and #ReadingHour ambassador Benjamin Law talks with some of our students about their favourite books.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:26:55 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

What’s next after high school?

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 11:25:15 AEST

Is your child in Year 9 to 12 curious about their career choices? Now they can use LifeLauncher, a free online tool to explore and simplify their career choices.

Your child can explore courses and careers in-depth, at their own pace, anytime, anywhere and on any device. The tool includes 4,000 careers and 1,500 course options, all in one place.

How does it work?

Encourage your child to jump online and complete the 5-minute personality and subject quizzes to be matched to a range of career options that suit their passions and strengths.

If they take both quizzes, they’ll get more refined suggestions. They can even create free online pinboards to shortlist the courses and jobs that interest them.

When your child creates an account, they can save their searches and build a real understanding of the opportunities and pathways open to them.

What can your child learn about their career options?

Your child can explore the weekly salary of the career options they’re interested in. They’ll also find the employment and growth rates of those careers and the number of workers currently in those fields in Australia.

Each career option shows them the education they need as well as other related careers. They can follow links to other sites to find out more about a course to help them find the best provider for them.

Launch into the future today

Use this tool to chat with your child about their post-school options in a meaningful way.

Inspire your child to find their career match today at LifeLauncher.nsw.gov.au.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:53:07 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:27:34 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Fri, 31 May 2019 11:41:59 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:56:38 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:11:48 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:20:19 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Follow your heart, not the herd

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:21:41 AEDT

We spoke with a group of Kindergarten students to find out what they had to say about going against the herd. They had some wise words for us on how we can care, respect and support each other in our schools.

Let’s start the year off right and prevent student bullying happening in our playgrounds, classrooms and online. If a group of 5-year-olds know the difference between right and wrong, shouldn’t everyone?

Video – Wise at 5

Duration – 1:08

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:21:19 AEDT

The first day of high school and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you and your child get organised and enjoy the experience we've compiled some useful tips for each year group.

We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:00:04 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Trial HSC Examination

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 12:54:50 AEST

Year 12 trial examinations begin, 13th August. Please see attached timetable and ensure that students are at school, at the performance workshop, at least 15 minute before the examination begins.

Welcome Back to Term 2

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:59:12 AEST

After a great first week back, starting an exciting second term, Wollumbin High is excited to announce it new Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/WollumbinHS/

This page is targeted toward opening effective communication between the school, parents and the wider community. Please like, follow and share the page to help us build this new platform.

Wollumbin High School Parent Portal

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:59:26 AEST

Wollumbin High School is delighted to introduce Sentral for Parents, powered by Sentral. This exciting new communication platform will keep you fully informed about everything happening at the school and make it easier than ever for you to manage your child's education - anytime, anywhere.

Please log on to the Internet and register for access to our Parent Portal here:Register Here

You must use a valid email address to create your username.

The URL for continued access to the portal is: Parent Portal

If you did not receive the original registartion email, please contact the school to update your email address.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school for further assistance.

School is Back in 2017!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

And it's set to be a big year! All teaching staff return on the 27th of January with Years 7, 11 and 12 returning Monday 30th of January and Years 8, 9 and 10 returning on Tuesday 31st of January. Welcome to all new and returning students. We hope you had a great break and are ready to get back into work. Looking forward to seeing all your smiling faces.

Addressing Bullying Behaviour

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:06 AEST

The Wollumbin Community of Schools provide caring environments where every student can feel safe and respected. Bullying of any kind is not acceptable in our schools.

Download Anti Bullying Policy (docx 100 KB)

Talkabout 12 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:15 AEST

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Wollumbin High School ENROLMENT PROTOCOL AND PROCEDURES

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:28 AEST

Wollumbin High School

ENROLMENT PROTOCOL AND PROCEDURES

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T5 Visual Arts Unseen Workbook 2016

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:13 AEST

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Students Given the Cold Shoulder in Canberra and Perisher!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

Well, actually, they were given an extremely warm welcome, but it was cold!

A group of Year 9 and 10 students visited Canberra and the Snowy Mountains this week, facing freezing temperatures on a four day trip organised by the intrepid Mr Lambert.

The excursion, which started on Sunday afternoon, saw 60 students and five teachers embark upon a gruelling 15 hour bus trip with Paul at the wheel, arriving in the ACT early on Monday morning for their first leg of the journey. Students visited some incredible national sites while in Canberra. At their first stop, students particpated in a heated debate at Old Parliament House, re-enacting the events in the Senate of the historical Franklin Dam debate. George Townsend and Riley Pappin were standouts, demonstrating that they have a future in politics. Students then ate a snack near The Tent Embassy. When Jaidyn asked Mr Trotter what the place was, Mr Trotter approached the tents and was lucky enough to secure a talk from DK about the embassy. Students learnt about the history of the embassy, the past fight for Land Rights and the current fight for sovereignty for indigenous Australians today. Students then moved on to Parliament House where they were given a tour of the billion dollar building and learnt all about the inner workings of Australian Federal politics. Students then moved on to The War Memorial where they marvelled at Australia's involvement in wars both past and present.

At the end of long day, Paul took the pack of weary students further south to Southern Cross Motor Inn in Berridale, about an hour away from Perisher, where the lovely managers, Michelle and Ben, showed students to their rooms, fed them and fitted them with ski gear ready for the slopes the next day.

The trip to Perisher (Smiggins Holes) saw students experience snow for the first time. For three days, they skied, they threw snowballs (mainly at the teachers) and feasted on pies and hot chips (there were sandwhiches and fruit too, mum and dad).

As a teacher privileged to be invited to participate on the excursion, I have seen students learning invaluable information about Australia's history and its present; and, I have seen students who are being provided with the opportunity to be independent and to learn how to be responsible for themselves. It's a big leap from being a kid to an adult, but these kids are learning to step up and I'm proud of them. These kids are our future and I can say unequivocally that Australia's future is in good hands. Thanks kids, you are awesome!

The school community would like to thank Wollumbin High and its teachers, Mr Lambert, Mr Trotter, Mrs Quantrill, Mrs Cripps and Mr Wilkins (best roommate ever) for providing this fantastic learning experience for our kids.

If you want to know more, look at the pictures in the gallery to see some of the great moments from the trip.

Byron Writers' Festival 2016

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:06 AEST

Southern Cross University invited a select group of 80 high school students from the Lismore, Gold Coast and Coffs Harbour regions to the Byron Writers Festival Schools Day on Thursday 4 August, 2016. Seven of the attendees have completed the SCU Head-Start program, which enables students in Years 11 or 12 to undertake a unit of university study at SCU while at secondary school. The remainder are in Years 10 to 12 with an interest in media, writing, arts and creative arts.

Thanks to the University and the Byron Writers Festival, the high school students attended sessions with various writers, including an exclusive session with award-winning author and judge for the National Book Award, Jeffery Renard Allen, where he discussed ‘Talking Creative Writing'.

See Chester in action on NBN News as he talks politics with Greens Senator, Bob Brown. NBN News Writers Festival.

Talkabout 7 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:25 AEST

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MADDD 2016 is here!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

Join us in watching the
Wollumbin High School MADDD Concert

Thursday, July 28^th
at 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm start

The festivities will be held
at the Murwillumbah Civic Centre

Cost: $25 Family, $10 Adult, $5 Child/Student

Tickets available at the Wollumbin High School
Front Office

or at the door on the night

PH: 6672 5121

Captains Visit to Parliament House 2016

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:07 AEST

June Talkabout Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

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NEW!! FLEECY SCHOOL JACKETS

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:10 AEST

FLEECY SCHOOL JACKETS

The new fleecy jackets have come in and are now available from the administration office at a cost of $55.

From the beginning of Term 3 only the official school jumper(s) or senior jumper may be worn at school. The students who have earned a North Coast sport jumper can wear them to school on sports days.

Is Your Child Eligible to Catch the Bus?

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:08 AEST

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Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:17 AEST

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Canteen Menu Now Available!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:06 AEST

You can now download the canteen menu to help organise your child's meals Canteen Menu 2016 (pdf 305 KB).

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WHS School Uniforms on Sale!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:28 AEST

As uniforms transition to be sold at school, Work 'N' Country Gear are selling off Wollumbin High uniforms, both old and new and junior and senior, for a super low $10 a piece until stocks are sold out.

Call Work 'N' Country Gear on 02 6672 6283 or wander down to 74 Main Street and see Michelle Partridge to grab a spare.

Wollumbin Student gets published!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:29 AEST

You can read Kirra's story online at Tweed News Kirra's story

Or you can download it here Kirra story (pdf 854 KB)

Talkabout 3 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:16 AEST

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Talkabout 2 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:15 AEST

Find the March copy of Talkabout under the School Newsletter link or from the link on the right. It's full of great articles, important dates and useful information. Enjoy!

Open House 2016 is here!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:11 AEST

Talkabout 1 for 2016 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:13 AEST

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New School Uniforms for 2016

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:10 AEST

WOLLUMBIN HIGH SCHOOL

INFORMATION UPDATE ON NEW UNIFORM

There is a 2 year change over period so students can wear the current uniform but not mix and match. All students will be in the new uniform from January 2018.

New junior shirt ( worn 5 days per week) and shorts (junior shorts can be grey or the current black sport short with WHS logo- no other form of black short) - Work and Country

New junior shirt is also the sports shirt so seniors may choose to wear it

Senior Shirt - Work and Country

New junior skirt will only be available from school on the day before students return and ongoing at school @ $50

New senior skirts will only be available from school on the day before students return and ongoing at school @ $55

Senior boys shorts (tailored charcoal grey) will be available from school @ $35

Parents can use Payment on Line (POP) stating uniform and student can collect at school.

Thank you to the P&C and uniform committee item. Jumpers will be organised ready for winter but not for the beginning of 2016.

Regards

Karen Connell

Principal

Wollumbin High School

Senior Students Blitz HSC

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

Well done year 12 we are very proud of your HSC results. Congratulations Grace, Nina, Georgia, Jaime, Odette and Natasha on your incredible Band 6s. Band 6s were achieved across the following courses: Advanced English, Extension 2 English, Music, Drama, Visual Arts and Community and Family Studies.

Merry Christmas to all!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:10 AEST

Wollumbin High was fortunate enough to have Santa drop in for the 'Thank you to our volunteers' morning tea held by Wollumbin's fantastic Learning Support staff earlier this month.

When pressed by this reporter as to what he thought about the state of the world and what part Australians could hope to play in it, he simply commented, 'Ho ho. Merry Christmas.'

Hmn. Very thought-provoking, Santa. Thank you.

Merry Christmas to all students, staff and the wider community. Have fun and stay safe and we'll see you back at Wollumbin for another great year in 2016.

Spectacular Nina!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

Nina again shone at Schools Spectacular following her brilliant performance on The Voice earlier this year.

"This was one of our best Schools Spectaculars ever, but there was a real buzz of excitement knowing we were making history, "Creative Director, Sonja Sjolander.

Millions of viewers will be able to see the colour and vibrancy of the Schools Spectacular which is hailed as a show like no other and was acknowledged by Guinness Book of Records as the biggest entertainment event of its kind in the world.

They will marvel at the talents that locals, like Nina, have contributed as stars of the show.

With the theme This is Our World, this year's Schools Spectacular featured 2000 dancers, a 1500-voice choir, an 80-piece symphony orchestra, fantastic rock, jazz, brass and marching bands and spellbinding soloists.

Television will highlight how they were complemented by state-of-the-art lighting, amazing graphic effects, pyrotechnics and professional sound that would do proud the biggest arena shows.

Schools Spectacular aired on 5^th December on NBN but is featured again on GEM at 12:30pm on Saturday, 12 December and will be available on Nine Jumpin from early December.

You can see more photos of Nina in action in the Gallery below. Well done Nina!

School Return Dates 2016

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

School Returns:

27th January Staff only

28th January - Year 7, 11 and 12 return

29th January - all students years 7 to 12 return

Regards

Karen Connell

Principal

Wollumbin High School

Talkabout 12 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:15 AEST

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Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

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Nina's in the News!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:10 AEST

Check out the featured Artist section of the Schools Spectacular 2015 site to read about Wollumbin's very talented and humble Nina Baumer. Click on the link to learn more: www.facebook.com/Nina

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Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

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Good Luck Year 12!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:08 AEST

Best of luck to all WHS students in Year 12 whose HSC exams begin on Monday 12th of October! Go get 'em guys (and gals)!

Get Well Soon Ms Perry!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:07 AEST

Many of you know now that Ms Perry is in hospital. If you would like to wish her well, please visit the link love for kath. It will take you to a Facebook page created by her family, 'love for kath.' We're all thinking of you Kath and love you very much. Get well soon. We miss you.

Talkabout 9 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:27 AEST

Read all about it! Find out what's been happening in the Wollumbin High community recently! Download your copy today! You can find it under either of the newsletter links on this site. Enjoy.

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Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:25 AEST

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NAIDOC Assembly Celebrations a Hit with Students!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:10 AEST

Wollumbin celebrated NAIDOC Week this term in style with some powerful speeches from indigenous leaders Deidre Currie and Bilyana Blomley about the importance of NAIDOC Week for all Australians. Titans celebrities Preston Cambpell and Clinton Toupi brought the house down as they encouraged students to strive for the best. To find out more read Talkabout 7 - out now!

MADDD Performance Night Rocks Out!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

Wollumbin High's annual performance night held in Week 2 of Term 3 was again a huge success. Students from Years 7 to 12 participated in the wonderful event with acts including fire twirling, comedy, muscial numbers, drama and dance. Well done to all the staff and students involved and thank you parents and care givers for your fantastic support. You can check out some pics in the Gallery section below. More news to come next Talkabout.

Talkabout 7 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:24 AEST

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Social pics 2015 in Photo Gallery NOW!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:07 AEST

Swimming Carnival and Cross Country Photos Are Up!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:13 AEST

Check out the Gallery below for some great highlights from this year's Swimming Carnival and the Cross Country!

Talkabout 6 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:24 AEST

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Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:17 AEST

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T5 Handbook & BOSTES for HSC students about examinations

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:13 AEST

Dear Student,

Congratulations on your commitment to continuing your studies towards your Higher School Certificate. This commitment is an important one and requires a great deal of thought, preparation and research. Please read this booklet carefully before making your final course selections.

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Advice from BOSTES for HSC students about examinations

You are advised to find out what the rules and requirements are for each of your examinations and what to expect in each examination. In addition to this document you should read other important HSC information.

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Lest We Forget

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

WHS remembers the ANZACs at a special assembly. See May's Talkabout for the full story.

Talkabout 4 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:16 AEST

Grab your copy of Talkabout for May! Out now!

Talkabout 3 - Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:15 AEST

Talkabout 3 is out now! Find out about WHS' fabulous birthday bash! Grab your copy from the Newsletter link.

Talkabout 2 - Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:15 AEST

Issue 2 of Talkabout is out now!

Wollumbin High Turns 20!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:29 AEST

Talkabout 1 - Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

It's here! The first issue of 2015 of our fantastic newsletter, Talkabout. Grab your copy today!

Santa Visits Wollumbin!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:11 AEST

Well, it wasn't REALLY Santa, but he's a close second - it's Mr Cutcher, our versatile Deputy Principal. Mr Cutcher presented student volunteer tutors with a candy cane at Learning Support's 'Thank You' morning tea. The morning tea is held to celebrate the hard work our Learning Support staff and their helpers do each year. The Learning Support centre is widely recognised as one of the school's greatest assets for our students and our staff. Thank you Learning Support team and Merry Christmas.

Talkabout 12 Out Now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

Talkabout 12 is here. Download your copy today!

All Smiles for Uni Bound Year 12 Students

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:07 AEST

This year at Wollumbin High School the Year 12 cohort comprised 42 students and, to date, we are aware of almost half of them receiving early entry offers, although there may be others we do not know about yet. Students have received offers from Griffith University, the University of New England, Bond University and Southern Cross University with courses including (but not limited to) Psychology, Architecture, Forensic Science, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Nursing and Exercise Science. Some students have had more than one offer. As a small high school we are very proud of our students, and we see offers of early entry as acknowledgement of the enormous effort they put in over their two years of senior study.

Karen Connell

Principal

Talkabout 11 is out now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

Talkabout 11 is out - grab your copy now!

Talkabout 10 is out now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:14 AEST

Click on the link to the right to download your copy of the latest school newsletter!

Gone, But Not Forgotten

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:30 AEST

Year 12 attended an emotional last day of school on Wednesday of Term 3. After 13 years of schooling they've earnt the right to shed a few tears and they've still got one very daunting task ahead - the HSC!

While they're hard at work studying now for the upcoming exams, they took a night off to celebrate their achievements at the Year 12 Formal. There were more tears and laughter as students aknowledged the parents and their teachers who helped them to get through their school years. They in turn were applauded for their efforts by the P&C, their peers and the Principal.

After six years of dedicated, intensive pastoral care, Year Advisor, Garry Shearman, decided to throw out his original, heartfelt speech in a cunning attempt to avoid weeping openly at the podium. He instead terrified the students with a sobering speech by Steve Jobs about their fragile mortality and impending deaths. Great choice Gaz!

Year 12, you have been a pleasure to teach and we wish you all the best for the HSC and your very bright futures.

School Captains Are The Best of the Best

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

Congratulations to Odette Miller and Billy Henderson who are Wollumbin's new School Captains. Our School Captain candidates were incredibly impressive this year. All cadidates displayed outstanding leadership qualities. Wollumbin is fortunate to have such a high calibre of students to draw upon. We are so honoured to have such brilliant role models leading the school. Well done.

Talkabout 9 is out now!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:25 AEST

Talkabout 9 is out now - go to the School Newsletter tab to download your copy.

Drama Students off to the Big Smoke!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:28 AEST

Three of our talented Year 11 Drama students have been accepted into the State Drama Ensemble in Sydney, with a fourth on the reserve list.This is a particularly impressive achievement as the State Drama Ensemble consists of only 20 students!

Reba Ide, Natasha Currant, Kaitlin Devine and Nina Baumer auditioned via video upload, submitting a 2-3 minute performance of their own choosing. These four girls had previously attended State Drama Camp in Term 2 of this year and were inspired by the experiences it provided.

Reba, Natasha and Nina will rehearse during the upcoming Spring school holidays at the Arts Unit in Sydney and for 3 days in October. They will perform at the State Drama Festival at the Seymour Centre, Sydney on October 23rd and 24th.

Well done girls!

Well done also the Year 11 photography students who took this fantastic photo. Top work.

2014 HSC Looms Closer!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:08 AEST

The NSW HSC kicks off on the 13th October. You can download the timetable here or go to the BOSTES website for more info. Good luck kids, you're almost over the line!

HSC Timetable (pdf 98 KB)

Frosty Reception for Wollumbin High Students in Canberra

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:07 AEST

Well, it wasn't really - in fact, it was amazingly warm! Fifty one hard-working students from year 9 and 10 were lucky enough to go on a week-long excursion to Canberra and Perisher ski fields last month. Students enjoyed incredible once-in-a-lifetime experiences as they journeyed to the snow falls of Perisher to make snow men, have snow fights and ski until they couldn't stand. But it wasn't all fun and games. Studiously, the dedicated students journey to the nation's capital and entered teh hallowed halls of Parliament House in Canberra. Well done staff for providing our students with this incredible opportunity. It's why Wollumbin truly is the best school in the region.

Wollumbin High Turns 20!

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:29 AEST

Wollumbin High will celebrate its 20th birthday on the 14th March, 2015. If anyone would like to volunteer their help in assisting us to celebrate, please contact the school on 6672 5121

Nina Set to Rock School Spectacular

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:11 AEST

The lovely and talented Nina has been selected as a featured vocal artist in the NSW Schools Spectacular to be held at the Entertainment Centre in Sydney late November. Nina was selected last year too and was one of four vocalists to appear on national television. This is an outstanding achievement as the state wide selection process is very competitive. We look forward to further information on Nina's inclusion in the show plus when the event will be held and later televised. If you wish to learn more about the event go to the School Spectacular website

Horsing Around Proves Fruitful for Perry

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:08 AEST

Congratulations to Year 11 student Perry Nancarrow who won National Youth Champion Rider, National Youth High Point Champion and National Ridden Spanish Andalusian Mare at the 2014 AHAA National Championships. Well done Perry!

Students go MADDD at Wollumbin

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

The enormously talented students from Wollumbin High were once again involved in the school's outstanding Music Art Dance Drama and Design extravaganza at Murwillumbah Civic Centre in July. An incredible 40 percent of students were involved as performers or as back stage crew.

It was a fabulous night of entertainment that showcased the incredible abilities of our talented students. There were fire twirlers, rock bands, swing bands, comedy acts, drama performances and dancers.

One young member of the audience, a young student from a nearby Primary School said, 'Wollumbin is a cool school. I can't wait to go there.' How right she is and we're looking forward to seeing you here too!

Korean Excursion a Big Success

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

On Tuesday the 15th April Mrs Lofts and Mr Cutcher departed from Brisbane International Airport at 8.30am with students from both Wollumbin High and Murwillumbah High.

'The time our group had in Korea were once in a life time and I¿m sure we will all remember it for the rest of our lives! Thank you Mrs Loft and Mr Cutcher for taking us,' said one Wollumbin student, 'We had an amazing time and hope to visit Korea again in the future.'

If you want to experience the excitement for yourself, come to Wollumbin High and go on the trip to Korea next year!

Fun Run cancelled for 2014

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:28 AEST

The WHS Fun Run has unfortunately been cancelled for 2014. Please look out for it next year.

Wollumbin Swimmers Shine at State Titles

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:30 AEST

Two Wollumbin High students competed at the CHS State swimming championships in Sydney which were held over three days. (April 6th – 8th).

Fiona Stanley (15yrs) swam in 9 individual events at the championships, qualifying for the finals in five events. Highlights of Fiona¿s swims included placing 5th in her age in the state (out of 33 that contested) in the 100m Freestyle with just over a second separating the places from first to 5th,, placing 10th in the 100m Backstroke and 8th in the 50m freestyle. Good performances were made in her longer events such as 400 freestyle and 400 Individual Medley in a combined age group event.

Alec O¿Brien attended on the 8th of April to compete in the 17yrs 200m Individual Medley. Alec swam an impressive 2 second PB to place 21st in his event.

Congratulations to both swimmers on great performances at state championships.

Remembering the ANZACs

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:30 AEST

54 students participated in the ANZAC Day march and ceremony representing the school with pride.

Young Golfer Wins State Titles

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:27 AEST

Congratulations to Maddie Trew who played in the QLD Titles at Wynnum in a pairs event with Sheridan Gorton. They played 36 holes and won by 1 shot to take out the title!!!

Physics Inspires Toy Makers

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:11 AEST

WHS students in Year 8 were recently given a challenge to design a toy car powered using only a mousetrap. The activity was an innovative assessment task created by the WHS Science staff to engage students in their learning. A competition was held to determine which vehicles travelled the fastest and furthest. Who would have thought science could be so much fun?

Meet Our Champion Triathlete

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:09 AEST

Wollumbin High Year 11 student, Alec O'Brien, recently attended the Gatorade Triathalon Series, Race 3 in Ellwood, Victoria. The competition is a national competition that gains competitors valuable points towards the World Championships. Alec competed in the Sprint Distance event which consists of a 750 metre swim, a 20 kilometre bicycle ride and a 5 kilometre run. Alec competed against 15-19 year olds from across the country in his age division to finish an incredible 9^thplace in an amazing time of 1:05:39. Congratulations Alec.

Swimming Carnival 2014

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:12 AEST

This year's Swimming Carnival was the best to date. House spirt soared, records were smashed and fashion was... as unconventional as ever.

Check out the pics taken by the lovely Mrs Quantril and her talented Art students. There are some magic moments including Matt and Wyatt's belly flops, Fiona's record swims and Sudhi's incredible fashion. Who knows? Maybe you too were snapped. You can check out the photos in the Photo Gallery.

Information for Year 10 Parents

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 20:05:08 AEST

Advice for students and parents (pdf, 214 KB)

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Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

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Bring back memories, not measles

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Children born in Australia

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Back to school

2019 school budget allocations

Trial HSC Examination

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Wollumbin High School Parent Portal

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Talkabout 12 Out Now!

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T5 Visual Arts Unseen Workbook 2016

Talkabout 10 Out Now!

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Students Given the Cold Shoulder in Canberra and Perisher!

Byron Writers' Festival 2016

Talkabout 7 Out Now!

MADDD 2016 is here!

Thursday, July 28that 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm start

PH: 6672 5121

Captains Visit to Parliament House 2016

June Talkabout Out Now!

NEW!! FLEECY SCHOOL JACKETS

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Talkabout 5 Out Now!

Canteen Menu Now Available!

Talkabout 4 Out Now!

WHS School Uniforms on Sale!

Wollumbin Student gets published!

Talkabout 3 Out Now!

Talkabout 2 Out Now!

Open House 2016 is here!

Talkabout 1 for 2016 Out Now!

New School Uniforms for 2016

Senior Students Blitz HSC

Merry Christmas to all!

Spectacular Nina!

School Return Dates 2016

Talkabout 12 Out Now!

Talkabout 11 Out Now!

Nina's in the News!

Talkabout 10 Out Now!

Good Luck Year 12!

Get Well Soon Ms Perry!

Talkabout 9 Out Now!

Talkabout 8 Out Now!

NAIDOC Assembly Celebrations a Hit with Students!

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at 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm start