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Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 20:17:02 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

Are you #Ready2020?

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:52:29 AEDT

Hints, tips and resources to make a great start to the new school year – whether it’s your first day of high school or you’ve been here a while.

We work hard to make sure every student is known, valued and cared for – even before they walk into the classroom on Day 1, Term 1.

We’ve got great advice and resources for high school, no matter what year you’re heading into...

For families of students starting Year 7:

download our Getting ready for high school booklet
read our top tips for a smooth transition.

For families of returning students:

visit the back to school checklist to make a hassle-free start to the year
download the 2020 calendar to stay organised all year
check out our hints for setting up a study space.

Video – #Ready2020: First day at high school

Duration – 1:00

Join us for your HSC journey

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:06:05 AEDT

The HSC can be one of the most exciting moments of high school. Here’s how to be prepared.

We’re committed to supporting every student to do their best – especially during the HSC – and making sure every student is known, valued and cared for.

For HSC students, we’ve got advice on how to make the most of your study, set healthy habits and finish out high school in style.

Check out our HSC resources for hints, tips and checklists to make a great start to the new school year.

Video – #Ready2020: First day of Year 12

Duration – 1:00

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:30:41 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Welcome to Year 12 2019/2020

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:55:25 AEDT

Please view the below PDF which includes important information from the YEAR 12 HSC Information Evening.

Welcome to Year 12 Information & Overview

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:00:47 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Confirmed Measles Case in School Community

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:51:51 AEST

Book yourself in for Reading Hour

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 12:11:28 AEST

This Australian Reading Hour, encourage your child to discover or rekindle their love of a good book. Take the time to learn, escape and relax on Thursday 19 September and read for one hour.

Reading has been shown to reduce stress by 68% more than listening to music, going for a walk, or having a cup of tea.

Take the Book Swap Challenge

We all have favourite books that we come back to again and again.

To help celebrate Reading Hour take our Book Swap Challenge. We want students, teachers, staff and parents to try reading something new on the day. To get involved, simply pair up with someone and swap your favourite books.

Take a photo and tag it with #ReadingHour so we can see how you got involved.

Video – Ben Law asks students about their favourite author

Duration: 1:18

Author and #ReadingHour ambassador Benjamin Law talks with some of our students about their favourite books.

How to be smart and safe on social media

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:25:59 AEST

Use our new Digital Citizenship toolkit to empower your child to understand how their online behaviour affects themselves and others.

You and your child can find information on:

how to ‘be positive’ by understanding online behaviour and its effect
'be smart’ by thinking critically and being digitally aware
'be safe’ by protecting your security, privacy and wellbeing.

A toolkit to empower you and your child

You can find articles and videos to equip and empower your child to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities in our digital future.

We’ve partnered with leading researchers to produce a curated toolkit – aligned to the curriculum – which teachers and you can share with the young people in your lives.

Guide your child through important concepts such as:

managing privacy settings in social media
collaborating online
avoiding scams and hoaxes
understanding the law when it comes to online speech
Internet banking, shopping online and much more.

Keep your child safe and happy online

Visit and bookmark the Digital Citizenship website. We’ll continue to add articles and resources to ensure the best possible tools are available to help you guide your child to be positive, smart and safe online.

What’s next after high school?

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 11:24:41 AEST

Is your child in Year 9 to 12 curious about their career choices? Now they can use LifeLauncher, a free online tool to explore and simplify their career choices.

Your child can explore courses and careers in-depth, at their own pace, anytime, anywhere and on any device. The tool includes 4,000 careers and 1,500 course options, all in one place.

How does it work?

Encourage your child to jump online and complete the 5-minute personality and subject quizzes to be matched to a range of career options that suit their passions and strengths.

If they take both quizzes, they’ll get more refined suggestions. They can even create free online pinboards to shortlist the courses and jobs that interest them.

When your child creates an account, they can save their searches and build a real understanding of the opportunities and pathways open to them.

What can your child learn about their career options?

Your child can explore the weekly salary of the career options they’re interested in. They’ll also find the employment and growth rates of those careers and the number of workers currently in those fields in Australia.

Each career option shows them the education they need as well as other related careers. They can follow links to other sites to find out more about a course to help them find the best provider for them.

Launch into the future today

Use this tool to chat with your child about their post-school options in a meaningful way.

Inspire your child to find their career match today at LifeLauncher.nsw.gov.au.

TVET 2020

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:46:41 AEST

TVET 2020 is now open until the end of August.

Year 11 & 12 students attend a TAFE NSW College to undertake a course that is then included as part of their HSC Pattern of Study.

Most courses start in the afternoon so that students do not miss much of their school work on the day of delivery.

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:52:06 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:26:58 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Fri, 31 May 2019 11:41:35 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Thu, 09 May 2019 15:55:43 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 15:11:14 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:16:12 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Year 7 2020 School Tours

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:31:35 AEDT

For all potential Year 7 Enrolments in 2020:

Please view the link below regarding the KHS School Tour(s) dates & times.

If you wish to participate in either of the School Tour(s), please ensure that you contact the school as soon as possible to secure your place.

Year 7 2020 School Tours

Follow your heart, not the herd

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:31:57 AEDT

We spoke with a group of Kindergarten students to find out what they had to say about going against the herd. They had some wise words for us on how we can care, respect and support each other in our schools.

Let’s start the year off right and prevent student bullying happening in our playgrounds, classrooms and online. If a group of 5-year-olds know the difference between right and wrong, shouldn’t everyone?

Video – Wise at 5

Duration – 1:08

"SAFE ENTRY" Swimming information

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 11:18:04 AEDT

Students and parents should read the following "Safe Entry" information carefully for 2019.

SWIMMING SAFE ENTRY

Back to school

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:20:49 AEDT

The first day of high school and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you and your child get organised and enjoy the experience we've compiled some useful tips for each year group.

We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Sports Presentation 2018

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 12:21:27 AEDT

Last week we celebrated the achievements of our athletes. We were also fortunate to receive some words of encouragement from sporting superstars Wade Graham, Kimberley Ravaillion and Graeme Brown.

Indianna wins Shine Hills Schools Excellence Awards!

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 12:16:52 AEDT

SHINE AWARDS | INDIANNA GAY

A massive congratulations to Indianna Gay on not only being selected as a finalist and the category winner of the Leadership and Community Service award, but also being announced as the overall high school winner in the 2018 Shine Hills Schools Excellence Awards!! Thank you to Castle Hill RSL and Castle Towers for their continued support of these awards and their passion for investing in our youth.

We would also like to congratulate our friends from Kellyville Public School on their success as well. Keisha was recognised as the winner of the Primary School Leadership and Community Service Award and Max was the winner of the Sports Award.

Visit the following link to see the video: http://bit.ly/SHINEindianna

2019 school budget allocations

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:59:30 AEDT

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Twilight Market

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 09:13:18 AEDT

Our annual P&C Twilight Market is on Friday 23rd November from 6-9pm. Any enquiries please email kellyvillehspandc@gmail.com

Twilight Market Meeting

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 08:37:33 AEST

Twilight Markets Meeting - 5pm Weds 26/9 in Library - All Welcome!

The P and C are calling for volunteers and interested parties to come along to the library and work out some of the details for the Twilight Market.We need people to help with various jobs on the night and before hand. Volunteering is a great value to demonstrate to our kids, and the Twilight Markets are a great chance to set a good example.

Year 12 2019 Textbook List/Order form

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 08:09:25 AEST

Year 12 2019 Textbook List/Order form

Please click the below link to view the textbook list and order form through Campion.

https://order.campion.com.au/index.html#resourceListListView?code=757DE73A

NSW Curriculum Review

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 08:54:07 AEST

Contribute to the NSW Curriculum Review

How to have your say...

We want to hear from teachers, students, parents and carers, community groups,

employers, teacher unions, academics, and the wider community. There are a variety of ways you can contribute:

• provide an online submission

• attend a local roadshow meeting

Your feedback will be crucial to ensuring we get it right.

Fair Funding

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 09:14:52 AEDT

Fair Funding for quality public schools. Show your support by downloading the form below and filling out your details.

Yr 7 2019 Scholarship Program

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 09:14:52 AEDT

Year 7 2019 P&C Scholarships are now open in Leadership, Academic, Sport and Creative & Performing Arts. Please see application form due by 3pm on the 21st September to the school office.

Jersey Day - Friday 31st August

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:02:15 AEST

The Student Executive Council is coordinating a special theme day to raise awareness of Organ Donation and to begin the conversation with their friends and families about Organ Donation and the DONATE LIFE network.

KHS "The Wizard of Oz" Musical

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 12:25:20 AEST

Kellyville High School is excited to present its fifth annual musical production 'The Wizard of Oz' featuring students from Years 7-11. When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her little dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. Following the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to see the Wizard, they meet the Scarecrow that needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who wants to have courage. Along with adventures with Munchikins and the good Witch of the East Dorothy and her friends finally make it to Emerald City. Find out what happens when at last they all meet the Wizard of Oz!

Tickets available at: www.trybooking.com/384610

Trivia Night!

Thu, 31 May 2018 14:09:32 AEST

Trivia! A barrel of laughs and a fun night to be had for all. Come along with your family and friends to support Kellyville High School's production of the Wizard of Oz. Teams of 8 welcome! Dress up in the Wizard of Oz theme, and prizes for best dressed table, male and female! Don't miss out on the fun!

When: Friday 29th June 2018 (Week 9)

Where: Kellyville High School (Hall)

Tickets: One ticket for $10, or four tickets for $30!

BOOK YOUR TICKETS:
https://www.trybooking.com/WAOX

School Tours!

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 21:07:06 AEDT

School Tours will be running at 8:45am on Tuesday 13th March & Thursday 15th March 2018.

Please contact the school on (02) 8824 5955 if you would like to attend.

Year 7 Camp

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 21:07:08 AEDT

Year 7 Camp is on Monday 9th April - Wednesday 11th April.

Please click below link to complete the online medical and consent form:

https://sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au/facilities/medicalandconsentform

If you require an additional copy of the permission note please visit the Forms & Permission Notes tab on the website.

PDHPE Faculty 2018

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 21:07:05 AEDT

Welcome back to school and to PDHPE and Sport for 2018.

We are looking forward to an exciting year. In the coming weeks students in Years 7-10 will be handed a note explaining basic expectations for PDHPE. Could you please sign the note and stick it inside the front cover of your child's PDHPE book. On Friday Feb 2nd, all students 7-12 will receive a Swimming Carnival note. This needs to be returned with money by Feb 14th. Lastly, students doing CAFS, SLR or PDHPE will receive a senior study contract which should also be signed and returned to their class teacher. All of these notes can be found in the forms section of our web page. Looking forward to an active and healthy year.

Regards,

The PDHPE/Sport Team at KHS

Class Requirements

Senior Student Contract