Principal's MessageI am constantly amazed at the number of opportunities that are available to students in the college. At Monday’s assembly I spoke to students about taking advantage of these opportunities and of the benefits that they bring.
NAPLAN
Practice and Testing NAPLAN testing in 2018 was moved to an online test platform and Westport Campus was amongst the first schools in the state to participate.
Day of Action
Against BullyingWestport Campus will host their Bullying No Way - Take Action Every Day on Friday 5 April.
Bacon and egg rolls will be served in the morning for students followed by an official assembly.
Activites will take place during lunch and during lessons throughout the day.
Student Statement of AccountsStudent statement of accounts have now been sent out. If you have not received your statement please contact Westport campus as soon as possible.
Phone: 6583 6400
Email: Click Link
Calculators on SaleNow available from the Westport Campus Administration Office for $15.00
National Youth
Science Forum (NYSF)Applications Open!
Students currently studying in Year 11 are invited to apply for the 2020 NYSF Year 12 Program.
Applications close 31 May 2019.
For more information, click here.
Bell Shakespeare Work ExperienceStudents in Year 10 and 11 are invited to apply for one week of Work Experience at Bell Shakespeare HQ in Sydney, from 4-8 November 2019.
Go behind the scenes to discover how a working theatre company operates.
Applications open on 6 May and close on 8 July at 5pm.
Opera Australia Scholarship Opera Australia, are encouraging senior secondary students across regional Australia to dream big, with the Regional Vocal Scholarship.
Round One applications will open on April 2nd 2019, and close on June 28th 2019.
Young Endeavour Youth SchemeAged 16-23 and interested in increasing self awareness, developing teamwork and leadership skills and creating a strong sense of community responsibility?
Set sail on an eleven day adventure at sea, along the Australian coast.
The Conservatorium
High SchoolThe Conservatorium High School
auditions are now open for 2020.
Closing date for registration is 7th June 2019.
Parent Portal The Parent Portal is
designed for parents to be more informed and in control of information.
Parent Portal
eSafety Advice on Momo Challenge It’s very concerning when young people have been exposed to any content that scares them...
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School Uniform
Shop Hours - 2019During School Term
Tuesday and Thursday
7.30 am to 8.30 am Uniform Information
Alumni Spotlight
Kathryn CooperMiss Cooper is ready to enlighten young minds in the joy of mathematics. Congratulations Kathryn we are proud of you. Masters of Teaching (secondary). You will be an excellent teacher.
First Robotics - Hastings Heroes Team 6508An update of the First Robotics Southern Regional Competition by Year 7 student Aleyna Portakaldali.
Aleyna looked after all the media relations whilst at the competition and did a super job!
Investigating
Health CareersStudents get hands-on learning about Health Careers at the 2019 Health Careers Forum held in Taree, hosted by the University of Newcastle.
Fundraising Support
The Great Crab RaceWell done Mr Ross! What a great community day raising funds for Dance for Cancer.
Mr Ross has a number of fundraisers happening and we would love your support. * Saturday 23 March - A snag on election day - Westport Campus Findlay Avenue from 8 am - 3 pm.
* Mega Raffle - Student Leaders are organising a mega raffle.
$2 each or $5 for a book of 5. Make a Donation: click here for the Everyday Hero, Stars of the Hastings fundraising campaign.
Celebrating International Women's Day Reflecting on the theme for this year's International Women's Day: "Be Bold for Change" - how well this fits with the inspirational Women in Education.
When we speak out to challenge bias and inequality; when we work to forge women's advancement; and when we celebrate the achievement of the many talented and passionate women in our College, we are helping to ensure a diversity of voices.
Thank you to our women leaders in education for all that you do everyday to lead, mentor, teach and guide our students.
Mark the Date There is an exciting event coming up to mark on your calendars...
Film by the Breakwall is a Hastings Valley Community of Schools event that aims to spark creativity and imagination in students through visual literacy and film.
Recyclable Art Project We need your help in collecting plastic lids to assist our students
with their recyclable art project.
Nespresso style coffee pods will work too. To drop off your lids contact Westport Campus at:
HSC Westport Campus
Active KidsActive Kids is a program to help NSW families meet the costs of getting their kids into sport and active recreation activities.
From 1 January 2019 parents across NSW can claim and redeem their next $100 Active Kids voucher.
Upcoming Sporting Events: March / April
01- 03 Apr - Girls Cricket State Finals
08 - 10 April - NSW North Coast Swimming Championships
11 - 12 April - NSW PSSA Swimming Championships
Champions of ChampionsU14 Futsal boys played an outstanding tournament, coming second place overall! They showed great sportsmanship, excellent teamwork skills and had an all round great day!
This achievement will see them participate in the champions of champions tournament in Coffs Harbour. Good luck boys!
Junior Barrell Winner!Bobbi Ward has continued her run of success by winning the Australian Bushmans, Campdraft and Rodeo Association (ABCRA), 11 to under 14 barrel race title in Tamworth. Bobbi attributes her success to her connection with her horse, Thunder.
Port Macquarie Ironman Volunteering - Sun 5 MayWestport Campus is running the aid station at Town Beach from approximately 8.00am to 11.30pm
We require 140 students from Years 7 - 12 to volunteer some time to help work in 4 hour shifts. Roles will include food and drink prep and handing the product to the athletes as they run past.
All volunteers receive a hat and shirt and are provided with lunch. Parents also welcome.
Sign-up sheet - PE staff room.
See what is happening in your community. In this newsletter we update you on the registrations open for Breakers Junior Rugby League, Port Macquarie Magpies Junior AFL, Indigenous Marathon Foundation Running and Walking Group (IMF RAW) plus Safe Driver Training and Bus Safety.
Got something you would like to share with us?Got some news or would like to provide us with some feedback - we would love to hear from you. Email our reception staff.
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