I am delighted to welcome you back to Term 2. I hope you enjoyed your break, spending time with family and friends and are returning to school feeling rested, energised and ready to embrace new opportunities.

For our boarding families, I wish you safe travels and look forward to seeing you on Tuesday afternoon when our boarding houses reopen. 

A few reminders:

NEGS will participate in the ANZAC Service in Central Park on Tuesday, 25 April at 11.00 am. I hope to see a large contingent of NEGS students joining our Student Leaders for this significant event (NEGS will hold its own ANZAC Day Service on Wednesday, 26 April).

On Tuesday evening, Years 7 and 12 students and their families have Year group dinners (in the Dining Hall and Dr Jan Milburn Room, respectively).

Term 2 is sure to be busy. Remember to approach your school life with enthusiasm and determination, work hard and keep yourself well through sporting and co-curricular activities.

I want to welcome new staff to NEGS, I am thrilled about the experience and commitment they bring to our team.

Liz van Genderen

Principal

 We welcome the following staff members this term and look forward to their contributions.

• Royce Carroll

NEGS is very happy to welcome Royce Carroll for the start of Term 2. Royce will be taking on the Agriculture Teacher role.

Royce is in the final stages of completing a Bachelor of Education (Secondary Science) with an Agriculture major at the University of New England. He has also held roles as a Boarding Supervisor (TAS), a Grain Marketing Assistant with Delta Agribusiness and a Residential Advisor and Pastoral Assistant at St Albert's College.

• Lisa Furner

NEGS Junior School is very happy to welcome Lisa Furner for the start of Term 2.

Lisa is an educational professional with 22 years of experience teaching K-6, curriculum development, educational therapy and leadership. Most recently, she has been providing Multi-sensory Structured Learning Therapy and education consultation through her practice, The Sunroom Support Services.

Lisa’s previous roles include Curriculum Coordinator at Al Faisal College, Assistant Principal at Glendale East Public School, and Coordinator at Green Valley. She has also worked as a classroom teacher on Stage 1 for many years, giving her valuable experience in developing effective teaching and assessment strategies to ensure the best possible student outcomes.

• Emma Johnston

NEGS is very happy to welcome Emma Johnston for the start of Term 2 as our PDHPE Teacher.

Emma is in the final stages of completing a Bachelor of Education (PDHPE & HSIE) at the University of Newcastle. Emma is keen to be creative and make the learning experience enjoyable, relevant and nurturing and to not only see the students strive but for them to recognise their strengths and accomplishments as individuals.

She has also held roles as a Prefect Presence Program Facilitator (PCYC), a Governess at a cattle station in remote north Queensland and a Farm Hand on the family property at Gloucester.

• Bella Oates Herrera

NEGS is very happy to welcome Bella Oates Herrera for the start of Term 2. Bella will be taking on the Librarian role as well as teaching several classes.

Bella completed her studies at the University of New England and held multiple student leadership positions, including the role of Deputy Senior Resident Leader at Austin Page College.

Bella has recently been teaching Stage 4 and 5 HSIE classes at Guyra Central School, covering other subjects such as Art and PDHPE.

• Susan Caton - Learning Support/Waratah Support Teacher
• Lucinda Bradford - Visual Art Teacher
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I am looking forward to welcoming our students back this week. As we head into Term 2, I would like to remind all that students are to return to school in full winter uniform. I encourage all parents and students to refamiliarize yourself with the uniform requirements and more widely, the uniform policy information that can be found in your child’s diary.

It is also important to remember that wearing a school uniform with pride is about more than just following the dress code. It is also about having a positive attitude and respecting our school and peers. Wearing a school uniform with pride means that we are proud to be part of our school community and that we are willing to represent our school positively.

I want to be very clear in stating that the school EC/Sport jacket is not part of the day school uniform and will only be allowed on the rare occasion that the weather warrants. The school makes this decision and will only be allowed outside the classroom.

In response to the State Government’s intention to ban mobile phones from schools by the end of 2023, and following on from a very informative and well-received series of presentations by the Safe on Socials organisation, the school has decided to undertake a review of our policy about the use of Digital Devices. We will keep our community informed throughout this process. In the meantime, I encourage all students and parents to review the information regarding the safe and appropriate use of mobile phones and digital devices that can be found in the front of the student diary.  

I wish safe travels to our boarding students and look to the return of all students with renewed energy and ready to take on a new and busy term.

Jamie Moore

Deputy Principal

 WHITE CARD TRAINING - Year 9 to Year 12

In preparation for future TAFE Trade Taster programs and vocational pathways, we are happy to advise that we have secured White Card training for Thursday, 25 May, 2023 through CHS Training, for any interested NEGS students.

The trainer will be David Fawcett.

• The cost of the White Card training will be $150.00 per student. (Please note the course requires a minimum/maximum of 20 students).
•  On the training day, the school will provide a letter stating that the student is enrolled at NEGS with their DOB.

Attached is the course enrolment pack, with all the relevant information regarding completing the enrolment form below.

Please follow these instructions:

• Students will need to complete the Enrolment form in full, which requires their signature on the last page. If the student is under 18, the form will need to be co-signed by a parent or guardian.
• All students require a phone number and email address (preferably not their school email for when they leave school).
• A copy of their ID noting their DOB (e.g., birth certificate or current school ID).
• USI - Create or retrieve USI here  http://usi.gov.au . The USI (Unique Student Identifier) is also a mandatory requirement on page 1 of the enrolment form.
• The student handbook attachment is a document your daughter will acknowledge receipt of when signing the enrolment form.
• Please return the completed enrolment form to Ms Julie Hodges by Friday, 19 May 2023 with all of the above instructions completed.

Training will be delivered to suit school hours.

• CHS Training Book
• Enrolment Form

Opportunity for Students - Recruitment for the 2024 NSW Youth Advisory Council (YAC).

Last year, a diverse and dedicated group of children and young people were appointed to the YAC, who provided feedback to the government over the year.

Membership of the YAC is open to children and young people between 12 and 24 years of age residing in NSW. Applications are sought from children and young people from diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and locations around the state.

The 12-member YAC provides a direct avenue of communication between young people and the NSW Government. The YAC meets regularly throughout the year to discuss various topics and provide feedback on policies, procedures and resources affecting children and young people. Members also provide feedback to government agencies and decision-makers, community organisations and the NSW Advocate for Children and Young People on issues concerning children and young people.

To apply or seek further information about the YAC - 2024 YAC registration information

Applications close on 21 May 2023.

Written or video applications are welcome.

Youth Week Survey

ACYP wants to provide an opportunity for students aged 12 and over to share their views about the issues young people in NSW face by completing a short survey. 

Please use the following link to complete the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ACYPYouthWeek

Important Term 2 Dates:

• 25 April, ANZAC Day Service, 11am Central Park
• 25 April, Boarders return
• 25 April
  • Year 7 Parent/Daughter Dinner 5.30pm in the Dining Hall
  • Year 12 Parent/Daughter Dinner 6.00pm in the Dr Jan Milburn Room
• 26 April, Classes commence
• 26 April, NEGS School ANZAC Day Service
• 27 April, Youth and Community morning tea – SRC students including Year 6 student leaders – hosted by Armidale Regional Council 
• 27 April, IGSA Hockey/ CIS Rugby
• 27-28 April, Waratah Group Cultural Excursion
• 1-3 May, Year 7/8 Camp to Broken Bay
• 1 May, 'Try High' Afternoon for current Year 5/6 students
• 3 May, P and F Meeting, 6pm
• 5 May, 'Meet the Principal', in Dubbo
• 8-12 May, Wingham Beef Week
• 12 May, IGSA Cross Country
• 12 May, Mother's Day Chapel Service and Afternoon Tea
• 23 May, Senior School Photos
• 24 May, Junior School Photos
• 26 May, Athletics Carnival
• 26 May, Father and Daughter Dinner
• 27 May, Lunch for Liv
• 31 May - 2 June, Year 3 to 6 Camp
• 3 June - 7 June, NW Equestrian Expo
• 21 June, Junior School Disco and Parent Drinks

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