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The last weeks of term have been exceptionally busy with lots of activities happening across the school. The School Cup Assembly recognised the efforts of students across all cohorts and it was great to see so many parents and family members in attendance. The school farewelled the Class of '22 on Wednesday, with students in Year 12 receiving their portfolios as well as those who were receiving first in course and special awards being recognised for their achievements. Congratulations to everyone on achieving this milestone and to parents and families for all the support they have provided over thirteen years, the last three of which have been especially challenging. Well done and best wishes for the HSC examinations in Term 4. The School Captains and Vice
Captains for 2022-2023 were announced at the Graduation. Congratulations to Captains, Erin Kendell and Liam Bailey, and Vice Captains, James Lavender and Bailey Whitton. Thank you to the students who rose to the challenge and nominated for the roles, it was a competitive field. House Captains will now be finalised and announced in Term 4.
Students in Years 10 have completed their subject selections with some final tweaking being undertaken, and Year 11 students moving into Year 12 are also making decisions and confirming their pattern of study for their HSC year. Year 8 are also in the process of making subject selections for moving forward into 2023.
I would like to wish all students and staff a restful, happy and safe vacation. School resumes for all students and staff on Monday 10 October.
Mrs M Hutchinson
Principal
Please take note of the following announcements, for any questions please contact us on 6556 8100.
Save the date ... Friday 21 October for school vaccinations.
Monday 10 October • Students return to school for Term 4
Wednesday 12 October - Monday 7 November • HSC Examinations
Friday 21 October • Immunisations
Tuesday 1 November - Friday 4 November • Year 10 Examinations
Year 12 Graduation Assembly
CHHS has the pleasure of sharing with you some of the highlights of the Year 12 Graduation Assembly held on Wednesday 21 September. The whole school along with parents and carers shared this wonderful celebration with our amazing Year 12 students.
Congratulations to the recipients of awards and the best of luck in your HSC exams!
Congratulations 2023 School Captains
At the Year 12 Graduation Assembly, the CHHS School Captains for 2023 were announced. Congratulations to Vice Captains James and Bailey and Captains Erin and Liam. We look forward to 2023 and know that you will make the school proud!!
School Cup Assembly
On Tuesday 20 September CHHS held its School Cup Assembly. Congratulations to all recipients of awards. We are so proud of our amazing students, their successes and achievements. Thank you to the wonderful staff and students who organised this great event and coordinated the stage and lighting. Thank you to the parents and carers who were able to attend to support our students.
R U Ok Day
Our R U OK Day celebrations were held on Tuesday 20 September. We had an enjoyable afternoon with a BBQ, inflatable bungee cord run, a staff vs students soccer game, chalk drawing, and wet-sponge throwing! Our amazing students also rose to the challenge of performing a random act of kindness by the end of the day, and pledged to check in with their friends.
2022 World Cup Soccer - Vatican City Defeat Denmark
This year saw the running of the World Cup Soccer at Camden Haven High school. Eight teams from all age groups participated. We had teams from Nigeria, Jamaica, Brazil, Niger, China, Denmark, Vatican City and South Africa. These games were played at lunch time and were refereed by the Futsal Class. Making the semi-finals were Denmark, Niger, Brazil and Vatican City. Only one goal separated the finalists with Denmark and Vatican City meeting up in the grand final.
Year 12 Soccer Game
On Tuesday 20 September the CHHS teachers challenged our Year 12 students in a gruelling soccer game. It was a close game and the competition was fierce. The teachers were victorious with a final score of 1-0. Well done to both teams for a very entertaining game!!
Year 12 Science Excursion
Year 12 Science students enjoyed an awesome excursion to Sydney! Our promising HSC students let loose their brains to soak up the real-world examples of their Science courses, with structured sessions at ANSTO (Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation), the Australian Museum and Taronga Zoo.
CHHS Debating Teams
The Senior Debating team performed well this year against Bulli High School, Henry Lawson High, Glenwood High and had a close loss to St George Girls High School. With only one hour to prepare their speeches the debaters have to be able to think on their feet and handle the adrenaline and nerves associated with public speaking.
The team of Douglas F (first speaker), Daniel O (second speaker), Caitlyn D (fourth speaker), and Jasmine O (third speaker and Captain), had an exciting time debating all these schools around the State, via the magic of the internet.
Also the Year 8 Junior Debating team have also had a great year winning three out of four debates and will now continue to on to the next level of the North Coast Regional debating.
Junior Public Speaking
Year 8 students, Phoebe F and Grace D, took part in the Legacy Junior Speaking Award local final earlier this term. Both students presented their prepared speeches, focusing on themes of difference and empathy, and were effective in engaging their audience. They were also required to deliver an impromptu speech on a given topic, with only five minutes to plan.
Phoebe was selected to progress through to the regional final of the competition, held in Week 7. Once again, she spoke with conviction on her chosen prepared and impromptu topics and received some valuable feedback from the adjudicator.
The girls are congratulated for their participation in the competition and are encouraged to continue speaking publicly in the future.
CHHS Interact's Fundraiser for Wauchope Hospital
CHHS Interact hosted a fundraiser on Friday of Week 8 to raise money to purchase radios for Wauchope Hospital. Wauchope Hospital Rehabilitation unit is the only publicly funded rehabilitation facility in our area. It has 15 beds and helps people regain their independence after strokes, accidents, surgeries and serious illnesses. The hospital building has no access to entertainment for patients who can reside in the hospital anywhere from a week to multiple months so the team decided to purchase radios to provide some comfort to patients residing there. To raise funds, music requests were taken and songs were played before and after school on the out of uniform day. During lunchtime on the day, a competition was held to name artists/bands. Congratulations to the winner Brock W, taking out a year's worth of Spotify premium. All money raised on the day will go to purchasing nine radios for the unit.
Crazy Sock Day
Friday 16 September was Crazy Sock Day! We raised money for the Love Your Sister Foundation, one of Australia’s best cancer vanquishing charities. Two students in Broken Hill, Abbie and Sam, made it their mission to get as many schools as possible to wear crazy socks for cancer.
Suara Indonesia Workshop
Students from 7 Bass and 7 Stingray had the opportunity to view a performance and participate in a workshop of Indonesian dance, delivered by the highly accomplished and talented duo of Alfira and Pak Mur. Many of the dances originate from the Aceh province of West Sumatra, where Pak Mur grew up.
Boys Basketball Team
The Boys Basketball Team on Wednesday travelled to Hunter Sports High for a friendly, before moving on to Sydney. The boys played a very strong defensive game, but our shots didn’t fall. We’re very proud of the team as this was a combination of the senior and junior teams along with 2 players making their debut (Congrats Jai and Swift). Overall, it was a great start to the World Cup Trip here in Sydney. On Thursday the team attended all 4 opening games and opening ceremony at the Sydney Superdome for the FIBA Women’s World Cup.
Basketball World Cup Trip
Today the basketball team came back from Sydney after an incredible 2-day excursion. Yesterday, we attended the opening day of the 2022 FIBA Women's World Cup. We spent over 13 hours at Olympic Park. The team got to partake in various activities including Brock taking on international performer The Basketball Man. I won't spoil the winner of that contest. Mr O'Keefe took home the player of the game over Swift and Alex. We then saw 4 amazing games including world number 1 USA vs our adopted team in Belgium, Japan vs Mali, China play one of the most clinical games ever vs Korea and France vs Australia with the return of Lauren Jackson. The score didn't go the Opals way, but we did see LJ become only the 3rd player in history to score 600 points in World Cup Play. There was also a beautiful opening ceremony with performance by Tones and I. Overall, an incredible experience for the boys.
Bowling Bringing Hubs Together
The Manning and Great Lakes Learning Hubs celebrated the end of Term 3 with a fun-filled day at Taree Ten Pin Bowling. New friendships were forged, and barriers removed as the two groups came together. Students were able to converse confidently in a relaxed social setting. There was lots of laughter, and several challenges were made between students and their teachers. Molly showcased her excellent bowling skills, and everyone else managed at least one "strike" or at least a "spare". We enjoyed the 'best chips ever' and a cool refreshment for lunch.
Our Year 12 students, Tynan and Emily were presented with a Completion of Year 12 Certificate. They will be sorely missed by both teachers and students. Good luck and the very best of wishes in your future endeavours.
Port Macquarie Hub visits CHHS
On Tuesday 9 September students from our Learning Hub in Port Macquarie visited CHHS. They were able to meet their teachers in person for extra assistance.
We know there are many bright, ambitious students who want to excel in their studies. But focusing on school is not always easy, especially if you’re facing challenges with your health, caring duties, home life, or the cost of education and training.
DCJ will be offering up to 1,400 scholarships to students enrolled in education or training in 2023. Successful applicants will receive $1,000 to help with school expenses and secondary support services.
To be eligible the young person must be either a social housing client or living in out-of-home-care and studying in 2023. For full eligibility details and application process please click on the link below.
HSC Check-In Week
Stay Healthy HSC Check-In Week runs from Monday 19 September – Friday 23 September.
Check-In Week is an opportunity to check in with HSC students before they head out the school gates and prepare for their last lap – HSC written exams!
The Stay Healthy HSC hub has mental health and wellbeing information, advice, and resources to help support HSC students as they complete their final year of school.
Check out the following links to find more helpful resources, ideas and activities.
Friday 23 September is the last day of Term 3. A safe and happy holiday to all students, staff and families. Students and staff return to school for Term 4 on Monday 10 October.
Notices from the local community.
