Category: Updates from Rose Bay Secondary College

The annual NSW State Nippers Carnival was conducted at Blacksmiths Beach from 1st March through to 3rd March. Over the years RBSC has always had very strong representation but this year was possibly not only the biggest RBSC representation but also the one with the best results. All of these nippers should be very proud of being nominated to attend the NSW State Nippers Carnival as this is a great achievement in itself. To make it into a final is an amazing achievement. To medal is simply sensational. RBSC is proud of all of our future Lifesavers. They will most certainly participate with aplomb as the water safety for the annual Year 7 Life Saving Week in December.

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On Wednesday afternoon March 6 after a long day of teaching, Rose Bay Secondary College teachers gathered at 4pm to take part in our inaugural twilight session.  This was the first of four afternoon sessions which replace the two staff development days usually timetabled after the last teaching day of Term 4 in December.

The session was a huge success – out of almost 80 staff attending, 97% reported that they were extremely or very satisfied with the session.

Term 1 of 2019 has seen the launch of a brand new House System at Rose Bay Secondary College. Working collaboratively with students, teachers, and the wider school community, the new house system has been designed to promote an increased sense of school-wide engagement whilst also maintaining the unique identity of the college.

This week the female school captains and a group of singers from RBSC attended the Waverly Seniors International Women’s Day high tea. 

They were joined by a number of local community members and Dr Kerryn Phelps AM MP.  Jessica, from the student leaders, delivered a moving speech about her achievements and dreams and how our school is helping her achieve those dreams. She received a roaring round of applause with many of the members of Waverly Seniors commenting on how she is an inspiration to them. 

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.

Karmichael Hunt and Will Miller from the NSW Waratahs visited RBSC on Friday 8^th March for a coaching session with the Under 15 rugby union team. The boys enjoyed the tuition from these professional rugby players and the twenty boys that attended this skills session took a lot out of it. It is envisaged that the boys will now train together and play some practice games against some of the private of the schools in the area. Next year the Under 16 squad will be able to compete in the coveted Waratah Shield.

On Wednesday November 3, Sian was recognised for her exemplary work at Rose Bay Secondary College in 2018 at the University of Sydney Year 10 Academic Excellence Awards.

Last week Rose Bay Secondary College was fortunate to receive a visit from NSW Minister for Education, Mr Robert Stokes, as well as our local member, Mrs Gabrielle Upton. Upon the minister’s arrival, he was greeted by the principal and school captains Ashley Fyfe and myself at our new upgraded front entrance, a government funded project. It was a fantastic opportunity for myself as I’m currently undertaking legal studies so I was able to ask questions and clarify my inquiries with the Minister. Ms Bernadette Hayes, a P&C representative and chair of the P&C building subcommittee was also present and gave her perspective as a parent to Ms Upton and Mr Stokes.​ Mr Stokes kindly gave us three books as a donation to the library. 

The Hardy Street Harvest team, AKA IEF3, have been busy launching their new line of indoor plants under the chic name of Blanc de Blanc.