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Each year’s end always brings with it a tremendous sense of accomplishment, and so many momentous things have been achieved at CHHS this year as was outlined at the Annual Awards last week and in our school magazine, Delphis. Throughout all of these activities, students and staff have approached them with enthusiasm, dedication and strength of character whilst demonstrating our core values of respect, responsibility and doing your best. This was very evident with the number of students being recognised for their outstanding achievements and receiving awards last week and also at the Big Night Out where the talents of many of our students, as well as our staff, were on show. Congratulations to all involved in both events, really well done!
The results achieved by students in this year’s HSC were very good with many students achieving personal bests across both face to face and distance education. Many students achieved Bands 5 and 6 in individual subjects and one of our DE students, Toby Hill, achieved first in NSW for Indonesian Beginners. Congratulations to Toby and his teacher, Mr Rourke. All students and staff are to be congratulated with the hard work they have put in over the past two years being rewarded. Many students have already received early entry into university courses.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your help, support and interest during the year. We have had another very busy and successful year and you, as partners in the education of your children, deserve much of the credit for that. Many thanks also go to our students, student leaders, teaching and non-teaching staff, members of the P&C and our broader community. It is the support of the entire school community that helps make our school a great place to connect, succeed and thrive.
For those leaving CHHS this year I would like to wish you all the best for the future. I look forward to working with all the members of our school community next year with collaboration and cooperation to further improve the positive learning outcomes of our students.
The school will be open on Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 January for inquiries.
School resumes for our in coming Year 7, Year 11 and Year 12 students on Tuesday 31 January with all year groups returning on Wednesday 1 February.
I wish you all a Happy Christmas and a safe and happy summer vacation - see you in 2023.
Mrs M Hutchinson
Principal
Please take note of the following announcements, for any questions please contact us on 6556 8100.
Remember to save the dates for vaccinations in 2023.
Friday 16 December 2022 • Last day of school 2022
Tuesday 31 January 2023 • Years 7, 11 & 12 students return to school Term 1 2023
Wednesday 1 February 2023 • Year 8, 9 & 10 students return to school Term 1 2023
2022 Big Night Out
The CHHS Big Night Out was held on Thursday 8 December showcasing the talent of our Creative Arts students. There was dance, music and drama performances with a gallery of visual arts.
Annual Awards Assembly
On Tuesday 6 December Camden Haven High School held its Annual Awards Assembly. CHHS is very privileged and honored to acknowledge the achievements of our brilliant students who have made both the school and their parents proud. We recognise the young talents who have made an immense contribution to our school and also to the students and staff who have made 2022 such an amazing year!
2022 Big Banana Rewards Excursion
On Thursday 14 December, we took 46 students to the Big Banana in Coffs Harbour to celebrate their achievements in ‘stepping up’ throughout 2022!
Thank You Ninja Warrior Technical Production Team
Thank you to the Technical Production team - we want to extend our many thanks to the following students for their expertise in our stage production for our Ninja Warrior event - Dylan G, Karly D, Caitlin S, Victoria M, Colby W, Jessica K, Liam M, Jacob B, Jesse S, Justin C, Ruby A, Lachlan P and Shane T.
Lorna Awarded Certificate of Distinction
Congratulations to Lorna M who was presented today at the school assembly by our Principal Mrs Hutchinson with a Certificate of Distinction for her participation in the Accelerated Academic Program. Well done Lorna!
NSW Schools Champion Futsal
Congratulations to the winners and runners up of the recent 2022 NSW Schools Champion of Champions Futsal tournament held in Port Macquarie.
Vatican City Win World Cup Soccer
Mr Rowe shakes hands with Deklan P who is accepting the award on behalf of Vatican City, the winning team in the 2022 Camden Haven World Cup Soccer tournament.
Vatican City defeated the teachers in the grand final after a penalty shootout.
Year 7 at Treetop Adventure Park
The showers on Friday 2 December could not dampen the enthusiasm of Year 7. Treetops Adventure at Coffs Harbour in Orara East State Forest pushed students out of their comfort zone.
Year 7 Stingray Class Creating Animation
The end of the term is near. Exams are over. Reports have been written. Learning is still happening in English. 7 Stingrays are creatively designing an animated film using clay or Lego blocks. Firstly, a storyboard was designed around the shot types, basic image and dialogue or sound that they intended to use. Then the fun part started. Making the clay / Lego figures. Students then took photos (300 frames per 30 second movie) and placed them into a video app to create the movie. This is when they add their opening credits, sound and edit to perfection - well, that's the hope :)
Victoria at Port Macquarie Animal Shelter
*FRIDAY SHOUTOUT* from Port Macquarie Animal Shelter
"This week we had the pleasure of having Victoria from Camden Haven High return for a second time to complete her Year 11 work placement. Victoria has been an absolute asset to the shelter staff and has worked tirelessly all week helping bath puppies, clean kennels and cat cages, walking dogs and providing with enrichment. We are going to miss you Victoria and we wish you all the best in your future endeavours."
NSW Sam Lewis Peace Prize
A huge congratulations to our best young writers here at CHHS! Remember that writing competition we ran last term? WELL, not only did five students win some great prizes at the school-level competition ... but three students have also gone on to win some big cash prizes for placing first in their age categories at the state-level competition! A massive congratulations to Jennifer, Liam and Charion for these amazing results in the NSW Sam Lewis Peace Prize! Write on!
End of Year Basketball Game Against Wauchope
On Wednesday 14 December we played an end of year friendly basketball game against Wauchope High School. CHHS played with a mixture of junior and senior students against the Wauchope Senior Team. Our students played very well, with special praise to Taj and Nate helping out our senior students and putting in a great effort. The school is very proud of all the boys who have been part of the basketball program this year. Many thanks to the staff and families who have supported the basketball teams this year. Also all the best to our departing players.
Fun Day for the Show Team
A change of scenery for the Camden Haven High Show Team having a fun day at Stoney Aqua Park.
HSC DE Student Toby H Tops State in Indonesian
Congratulations to Camden Haven High School Distance Education student, Toby H, who achieved first in NSW in the HSC for Indonesian Beginners.
Toby's very proud teacher Mr Rourke says, "Toby really deserves this because he demonstrated all the attributes required for success. He attended his weekly lessons without fail, completed all course work, listened to and implemented all feedback and did many past papers prior to the HSC. In addition, he is a lovely young man and extremely humble. He hopes to pursue his Indonesian further by travelling to Indonesia in the future. He can see himself in a role which combines his love of Indonesian with a career in engineering. I am extremely proud of Toby's achievement and wish him every success."
Image courtesy of Camden Haven Courier
"Camden Haven High School high achievers celebrate HSC triumphs as students receive their results"
15 December 2022
HSC DE Student Rebecca B 4th in HSC
Congratulations to DE student Rebecca B who ranked 4th in NSW in the HSC German Continuers course. Proud teacher Mr Rourke says, “Rebecca demonstrated outstanding work ethic throughout the course and thoroughly deserves this ranking. It's been a pleasure teaching Rebecca and I know that she has a very bright future.”
From Tamworth/Armidale/Gunnedah Hubs
Semester 2 has brought many highlights for the students in the North West region. We have farewelled many of our Year 10 students who have gained employment – we wish them all the best in their future careers. We have also farewelled a student from Armidale who successfully transitioned back to high school and is really enjoying school life.
A highlight for one of our students from our Gunnedah Hub was being sponsored by Rotary to attend the Rymarine program at Southern Cross University / Research Centre at Coffs Harbour. Some of Joss’s highlights included, intro scuba diving course and the hands on experience working with scientists in the research lab.
Another student from our Tamworth Hub, Lashay, came away with first place overall at the State Club Championships for Gymnastics – competing in Level 6. Congratulation Lashay!
Wishing all our DE families a wonderful Christmas break.
DE Semester 2 Step Up Awards
Students who received the highest number of Step Up merit cards and Quick Merits in their year group gain a reward.
Quick Merits and Step Up cards are issued for a student’s efforts towards the expected behaviours of Camden Haven High School and our three core values: Respect, Responsibility and Doing Your Best.
All other students who received a Quick Merit or Step Up card were also placed into a lottery draw for an additional prize. We would like to congratulate all the recipients for their effort and attitude in distance education this term.
Each of the winners will receive a $25 WISH gift card in the mail.
Year 7 – Lachlan B
Year 8 – Jupiter B
Year 9 – Charlotte W
Year 10 – Ashton D
Year 11 – Laurie S
Lottery draw – Keeva S & Quinton H
Well done to all students!
North Coast Music Camp
Applications for the North Coast Music Camp are now open! The camp is open to students from NSW Public Schools in Years 7 to 12 and will be held at Camp Drewe Lennox Head and the Lennox Head Cultural Centre (changed from the previously advertised Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre).
The camp is an opportunity for music students from across the North Coast to gather for a 4-day intensive music camp. During the camp, students will work in sectional workshops with expert instrumental tutors. Together with an expert conductor, students will present a finale concert for families. The camp builds on school music programs providing an opportunity to rehearse and perform in larger ensembles with peers.
Dates: Saturday 29 April to Tuesday 2 May 2023
Venue: Camp Drewe Lennox Head and the Lennox Head Cultural Centre
How to apply: Applications are now open on The Arts Unit Website
Cost: $400 per student inclusive of meals, accommodation and tuition.
Short Video for School Leavers
Five key things you need to know when leaving school.
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, in partnership with the Office of the Student Identifiers Registrar, Services Australia and the Australian Taxation Office, have developed a short interactive video for students when they leave school. The video outlines 5 key things that will help students navigate their next steps after school.
ABSTUDY can help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who live at home or away from home for high school.
To get all the ABSTUDY payments you or your child may be eligible for this year, call 1800 132 317 to claim before 31 December.
The last day of school for all students is Friday 16 December 2022. Students in Years 7, 11 and 12 will return to school on Tuesday 31 January 2023. Students in Years 8, 9 and 10 will return to school on Wednesday 1 February 2023.
Wishing students, staff and families a happy holiday and wonderful new year!
Notices from the local community.
