Kirrawee High School

Telephone02 9521 2099

Emailkirrawee-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Upcoming events

Wednesday

29

March

Opens Girls Water polo CHS Knockout Final

Date

29-31 March

Time

4:00-5:00 PM

Location
Charlestown & Lamton Pool - Newcastle

Knock out Final series Date: 30th 31st March Venue: Charlestown and Lambton Pool Transport: Own Time: As per Draw Cost: Own Cost -Accommodation Pool Entry Supervising Teacher/s: Short What to bring/Equipment Required: Equipment for Water Polo What to wear: Sports Uniform Students must make a genuine effort to catch up any school work missed as a result of attending this excursion. By giving permission I acknowledge that this event/activity is required to be held in accordance with any current NSW Health COVID-19 Public Health Orders and the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures. I acknowledge and accept that there is a risk that my child may be exposed to COVID-19 whilst attending and participating at this event. I confirm that my child will not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness, and/or if directed to isolate under public health orders. This excursion is being conducted with the permission of the Principal.

Monday

03

April

French Film Festival Years 9 and 10

Date

03 April

Time

8:50 AM-3:00 PM

Location
Chauvel Cinema - Paddington

To experience French language through cinema. Date: 03/04/2032 Venue: Chauvel Cinema Transport: Train and bus Time: 8.50 Cost: $14 Supervising Teacher/s: Emma Quan What to bring/Equipment Required: Opal Card and money for lunch What to wear: School Uniform Special Instructions: Meet at Kirrawee train station at 8.50 Film details: The film is called Tempete ( Ride Above) and is rated PG. Students must make a genuine effort to catch up any school work missed as a result of attending this excursion. By giving permission I acknowledge that this event/activity is required to be held in accordance with any current NSW Health COVID-19 Public Health Orders and the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures. I acknowledge and accept that there is a risk that my child may be exposed to COVID-19 whilst attending and participating at this event. I confirm that my child will not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness, and/or if directed to isolate under public health orders. This excursion is being conducted with the permission of the Principal.

Wednesday

05

April

NRL School to Work Program

Date

05 April

Time

2:00-3:00 PM

Location
Kirrawee High School

The NRL School to Work Program supports First Nations students to complete their schooling and transition into further education or employment. This program is open to Year 11 and 12 students, who will receive mentoring in small groups and individually. Activities they will be engaged in include career planning and mentoring, application of employment and education opportunities, and cultural and community connections. A full list is found on the attached (PDF) NRL S2W Information for Schools. The first session will be held next week on Wednesday 15th of March from 2:00 - 3:00 pm in the Library. Future mentoring sessions will occur every 3 - 4 weeks as it fits with the school timetable and student activities. If you cannot attend this first session but would like to find out more and engage in this program, please contact Mrs Donohoe (Science Faculty).

Thursday

06

April

Easter Show - Year 7

Date

06 April

Time

7:45 AM-3:00 PM

Location
Sydney Olympic Park - Royal Easter Show

To gain hands on experiences and knowledge of many of the course concepts studied in Technology Mandatory Date: 6 April 2023 Venue: Sydney Olympic Park - Royal Easter Show Transport: Coach Time: 7:45AM (arrival at school) - return to school 3pm in time for buses Cost: $38 Supervising Teacher/s: R. Saare, N. Sands, R. Yee, S, Poll, K. Adelerhof, B. Catapodis, E. Fenech, K. Falconer + other supporting staff What to bring/Equipment Required: Food and drinks (unless purchasing), device (to complete work) OR pen if not using device, money (if purchasing ride tokens or showbags) What to wear: Kirrawee High School sport uniform and appropriate enclosed walking shoes Special Instructions: Please arrive to school on time for roll call - you will receive important instructions at this time along with your wristband and ticket By giving permission I acknowledge that this event/activity is required to be held in accordance with any current NSW Health COVID-19 Public Health Orders and the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures. I acknowledge and accept that there is a risk that my child may be exposed to COVID-19 whilst attending and participating at this event. I confirm that my child will not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness, and/or if directed to isolate under public health orders. This excursion is being conducted with the permission of the Principal.

Friday

28

April

White Card Training Day 3

Date

28 April

Time

7:45 AM-3:00 PM

Location
KHS The Loft

To allow students to gain the necessary qualification to complete work experience on a construction site and/or mandatory work placement in the Construction/Entertainment VET Frameworks. Date: 28 April 2023 Venue: Kirrawee High School (Loft) Time: 7:45am in the Morning is the arrival time for this course. Cost: 80:00 Supervising Teacher/s: Ms Thomson What to bring/Equipment Required: Pen, Pencil, USI number. What to wear: Full school uniform Special Instructions: Students must be on time as this course has a mandated number of hours it must cover the material in. 7:45am meeting in the Canteen. Return to class instructions: N/A Students must make a genuine effort to catch up any school work missed as a result of attending this excursion. By giving permission I acknowledge that this event/activity is required to be held in accordance with any current NSW Health COVID-19 Public Health Orders and the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures. I acknowledge and accept that there is a risk that my child may be exposed to COVID-19 whilst attending and participating at this event. I confirm that my child will not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness, and/or if directed to isolate under public health orders. This excursion is being conducted with the permission of the Principal.

Wednesday

03

May

ArtExpress 2023

Date

03 May

Time

8:30 AM-3:00 PM

Location
Art Gallery of NSW

Art Express years 11 and 12. When: Wednesday 3rd May. Where: Art Gallery of NSW. Time: roll call 8.30am. Return to school by 3pm. Uniform: Full KHS school uniform. Cost: $30. Students will be invoiced. Food: Students are encouraged to bring their own food. A cafe is available in the park, but the food can be expensive. What to bring: Students will be given worksheets to complete and may bring a small book and pencils. A device to take photos would be beneficial. Large bags will need to be checked in. I acknowledge that this event/activity is required to be held in accordance with any current NSW Health COVID-19 Public Health Orders and the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures. I acknowledge and accept that there is a risk that my child may be exposed to COVID-19 whilst attending and participating at this event. I confirm that my child will not attend if displaying any symptoms of illness, and/or if directed to isolate under public health orders. I acknowledge that my child could be changing venues at the end of each term. This excursion is being conducted with the permission of the Principal.