Category: Updates from Rose Bay Secondary College

New uniform policy for NSW public schools

A new uniform policy has been introduced for NSW public schools, which for the first time include the option for girls to wear shorts and pants.
The Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, and the Minister for Education, Rob Stokes, announced the new “clear and concise” policy today at Condell Park Public School in Sydney.
Ms Berejiklian said the “modern makeover” would ensure that uniforms were practical and comfortable for students and affordable for parents.
The new policy says all students should have the opportunity to access the full range of school activities while wearing a school uniform, including physical activities, and girls must have the option to wear shorts and pants.
For more information, read the media release by the Premier and Minister. The new policy and implementation guidelines (PDF 116.83KB) are available on the department’s website.
The Department of Education supports the wearing of school uniform to promote a sense of belonging for students and create a positive identity for the school

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Education Week 2018 – Today's schools creating tomorrow's world

The future of education will be showcased in NSW public schools from August 6 – 10 as students, teachers and parents across the state celebrate Education Week 2018.
Education Week kicks off on Monday, August 6, with a simultaneous launch at Parramatta and Kiama public schools livestreamed on YouTube so all government schools and their communities can join in.
This year’s theme, Today’s schools – creating tomorrow’s world, highlights how NSW public schools are equipping young people with the skills and capabilities they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
For the first time the Education Week launch will be hosted by primary school students and will feature a dancing robot, student performances and a film highlighting how schools are working with their communities to solve real-world problems.
A highlight of the week is the Game Changer Challenge, in which 16 teams of students from schools across NSW will compete in a three-day design program, working alongside leading industry

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Premier highlights the value of public education

The Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, with (from left): Education Minister Rob Stokes; State Member for Parramatta, Geoff Lee; Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott; student performers and comperes, and the Principal of Parramatta Public School, Gail Charlier (far right).
 
Public education can be the springboard to the top job in New South Wales.
That was the message from the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, as she launched Education Week celebrations today at Parramatta and Kiama public schools.
“I know that all schools across the state today are highlighting and celebrating what we all value in public education – where someone like me who couldn’t speak a word of English when she started school has somehow ended up being the Premier of NSW,” she said.
Ms Berejiklian said she had met many possible future leaders during her visit to Parramatta Public School and “couldn’t be prouder, as your Premier, to witness the outstanding achievements of all the students across the

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BayFest 2018

Rose Bay Secondary College hosted its third annual BayFest on the weekend with over thirty bands and music ensembles entertaining hundreds of festival goers in the plaza on Sunday. The Music Ensemble Program was excited to welcome legendary drummer and musician rights’ activist Lindy Morrison to the school. Lindy has worked with many of our students at Waverley Council’s Bondi Wave program and presented the inaugural Lindy Morrison Young Women in Music Encouragement Award to year 11 student Mia for her ‘musical skill, commitment and team work’. Congratulations Mia. 

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R U OK

On Thursday September 13, years 7-10 attended an inspirational R U OK Day and SRC assembly, featuring a couple of wonderful guest speakers and a range of interesting activities during recess and lunch.
R U OK day is an event committed to encouraging others to ask their family and friends the question, “Are you ok?” in order to provide a comforting and meaningful opportunity for people to express their feelings and reach out for help and support.
At Rose Bay Secondary College this event was highlighted through a special R U OK Day assembly, including a moving and heartfelt speech made by our deputy principal Mr Godby and a personal speech made by guest speaker Grant Trebilco from OneWave – an organization with the goal of raising awareness and reducing the stigma associated with mental health issues. Grant spoke to the students about the wide range of support they can receive if

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Kids Giving Back

We were delighted to hear from Kids Giving Back about Benjamin who joined a team of 55 Kids Giving Back volunteers who cooked, packaged and delivered over 450 warm, nutritious meals to local shelters and individuals in need yesterday. 
Benjamin took part in their Community Cook4Good Program and is commended for giving up time to help others. Additional photos are on their facebook page  and more info about the program is available on the Kids Giving Back website.

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