HIGH LEVEL SUCCESS AT STATE AND NATIONAL LEVEL

Congratulations to our many individual students and teams of students who continue to demonstate skills of the highest level in a variety of programs.

Particularly noteworthy recent team achievements are:

• The MUNA (Model United National Assembly) team - third position in the National Titles
• Open Touch Football Team - placed in the top 4 teams in the State
• Rugby League State 7's - runners up in the State Finals

Well done students and also the dedicated teachers who have coached these students to achieve excellence.

DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION (DER)
Parent information packages concerning the Digital Education Revolution and laptops for Year 9 students will be distributed to parents in the near future. A parent information evening will be held at the school within the next few weeks.

Many staff have been engaging in extensive professional development courses this term and during the holidays under the leadership of Head Teacher Teaching and Learning, Ms Janene Van Gogh.

This week Paul Colquhorn began his appointment to Killarney Heights High School as the DER Technology Support Officer.

YEAR 12
Year 12 have been very busy this term undertaking Trial HSC Examinations and also preparing for HSC performances and finalising HSC major works. It is vital that students are in full attendance for the remainder of the term as they complete courses of study and engage in extensive revision in order to maximise their success in the HSC.

All assessment marks (50% of their results) will be moderated by the results achieved by the school in the HSC exams for each course.

We wish Year 12 every success for their HSC performances and major works due this term and in the HSC examinations during Term 4.

BACK TO THE FUTURE DANCE PARTY
The P&C Associaton have been working very hard to ensure an eventful and exciting 'Dance Party' as a major fundraiser this year. We look forward to seeing many parents and community members enjoying what promises to be a wonderful night of entertainment.

Time is running out to purchase tickets for the evening to be held on Saturday 5 September. Further details are available on the school website under 'P&C News & Events'.

NEW SCHOOL LEAVING AGE
As of January 2010, New South Wales will have a new school leaving age, meaning students will complete Year 10 and then have a number of options in which to participate until at least age 17.

A summary of information from DET is below:

1. From 2010, all NSW students must complete Year 10.
2. After Year 10 and until the age of 17 students must be:
   a. in school, or registered for home schooling OR
   b. in approved education of training OR
   c. in full-time, paid employment (average 25 hours/week) OR
   d. in a combination of these.
3. This applies to students who complete Year 10 in 2009 and to all subsequent years.

More information visit
www.schools.nsw.edu.au

Anne McLean, Terri-Anne Kamasz
Deputy Principals

THIRD IN THE NATION!

Year 11 students, Megan Batchelor, Gabrielle Hardy and Sean Sadimoen, spent the past weekend (15/16 August 2009) in the nation’s capital debating transnational issues at the 13th Annual National MUNA titles in the historic House of Representatives Chamber of Old Parliament House.

The aim of MUNA is to involve secondary school students in a hands-on experience of a UN-style conference and so increase the students’ sense of international understanding and goodwill.

The MUNA (Model United Nations Assembly) team earned their position at the National titles by first competing in the Northern Sydney District MUNA on the weekend of 30/31 May 2009.  In this competition, they secured the “Runner Up” position, making them eligible to compete in the National Titles with full sponsorship by Rotary.

Representing the nation of Egypt, the team organised a meeting with Mr S. Mourad, a diplomat of the Egyptian Embassy, for a pre MUNA briefing to ensure that they could faithfully represent Egypt’s views over the weekend.  Issues debated covered issues such as human rights, the protection of migrants, the security implications of climate change and nuclear testing.   Apart from debating resolutions, the team was involved in a tour of the Australian National University (ANU), presentations from academics and researchers in the field of International Relations, a question/answer session with the Deputy Turkish Ambassador and the Director of the UN Information Office for Australia and, afternoon tea with our Governor General, Quentin Bryce, at Government House.

Armed with extensive research, a commitment to teamwork, confidence and an ambition to “do their best”, the team succeeded in proving to the MUNA adjudicators that Egypt was a force not to be overlooked.  By the Saturday evening, Sean Sadimoen had been selected from over 70 student participants to give a speech “wrapping up the day’s activities” at the official “black tie” dinner at Bruce Hall, ANU.

Sean’s speech was very well received.  He proved himself to be an excellent Ambassador for Rotary Sydney and more importantly for KHHS.
Come Sunday, KHHS had cemented their place in the history of National MUNA.  The KHHS team gained Third Place in the competition! 
CONGRATULATIONS
MEGAN,  GABBY  AND  SEAN.         WELL DONE!

Ann Hardy   

YEAR 12 ADVISER'S REPORT

I hope that the Trial HSC exams were not too bad and that you can now relax for a short time and enjoy the last few weeks of your school life! I would advise all students to try to visit the University OPEN days and get as much information as possible about the course(s) you are interested in. It is time to start thinking about your future!!! The UAC books are available and every student should be starting to look at the website and listing their preferences.

The closing date for UAC on time applications is Wednesday 30 September.

We have many exciting things happening in the next few weeks.

It is not long before the HSC begins so if you need help with your UAC application or a scholarship application then you must make a time to drop in and see me. Parents/caregivers are welcome to phone me on 9451 7005 if you wish to make an appointment to discuss any of the post school options available.

Ms McDermott
Year 12 Adviser

CAREERS NEWS

HSC Lecture Program

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YEAR 9 CAMP

Year 9 camp is booked with Aussie Bush Camps at Tea Gardens.

We leave KHHS at 8:45am on Monday 21st September and return to KHHS by 3pm on Wednesday 23rd September.

Apologies for the typing error on the letter – it is not October!

I am looking forward to seeing your son/daughter try lots of activities & have lots of fun.

Jenny Cheney
Year 9 Adviser

TOUR OF ITALY AND FRANCE
INFORMATION SESSION

Tour of Italy and France September 2010 -  Information Session

GET Educational Tours will be running an information session on Wednesday 2nd September in the school library from 6:30-7:30.

Madame Forbes

WHAT'S ON

BACK TO THE FUTURE

"BACK TO THE FUTURE" DANCE PARTY
TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER AT 6.30PM

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STUDENT EXCHANGE AUSTRALIA

Student Exchange Australia, a not-for-profit organisation which is registered with all state and territory departments of education, is pleased to extend an invitation for Killarney Heights High School students to attend an information evening in Sydney on Wednesday, 9th September at the Medina Grand Hotel, Corner Kent & Bathurst St, Sydney. The session starts at 7:30pm. Further details are available in the newsletter notice which can be downloaded in either Word format or in PDF format.

The evening gives students and families the opportunity to learn more about becoming an exchange student and the various scholarship options that are available.

Nick Lorentzen 
National Director
Student Exchange Australia Ltd
PO Box 1420, Mona Vale, NSW, 1660

Tel:    +61 2 9997 0700
Fax:   +61 2 9997 0701
Web: www.studentexchange.org.au

ECO FESTIVAL AT LUNA PARK
13 SEPTEMBER

YOUR GIFTED CHILD

COLLAROY SURF CLUB

The Collaroy Surf Club would like to extend an invitation to all students who may be interested in joining the Club and participating in surf life saving activities over the upcoming 09-10 Season.

Collaroy Surf Club has a proud history in respect to family participation, competition and services to the Community. Our junior member (Nippers) activities cater for Surf Awareness and Participation from age 5 to 13 years.  From there, Nippers move into the transitionary Cadets section before joining the seniors.

There’s something at the Club to cater for all interests and all levels, whether that be on the Beach or in the Water. Children might simply want to gain an awareness of Surf Lifesaving and basic surf skills through to elite Competition at State and National levels.  Parents are also encouraged to participate, with many gaining their Bronze Medallion.

Nipper registrations will be taken on September 13th & 20th 2009 from 10am-12pm, upstairs at the Clubhouse on Pittwater Rd, Collaroy. (New members - remember to bring your birth certificate). Or at Collaroy beach when the season starts on Sundays from October 11th at 9.00am.

Enquiries can be made to Tara Sole at tarasole@hotmail.com
on 0402 021 974, or at the club website http://www.collaroysurfclub.com.au/collaroy/join_the_nippers.html

GORDON DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB

We are offering Urban art, video clip making and song writing/recording.  it's one big project.  it will last for the whole 2 weeks.

Coordinator
Bradfield Park Wellbeing Centre Carers Program
41 Alfred St Milsons Pt

Phone: 8920 0675
Fax: 8920 0775
Email: bradfieldparkcoordinator@kncsydney.org
Web-site: www.kncsydney.org

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YOUTHLINX

SPEAKER'S NIGHT
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and
PARENTING TEENAGERS TODAY
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MENTAL ILLNESS
INFORMATION FORUMS
Bradfield Park Wellbeing Centre, Milsons Point

Respite Program for families, friends and supporters of people with a mental illness
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30 YEAR SCHOOL REUNION FOR
KHHS GRADUATION CLASS OF 1979