As we reach the halfway point of the final term, it is a wonderful time to reflect on the achievements and progress our school community has made this year. One of the standout moments was our students’ remarkable success in reaching the finals of the Australian Space Design Competition. Their creativity, teamwork, and dedication have been truly inspiring, and we couldn’t be prouder of their efforts as they prepare to showcase their talent and public comprehensive education on the national stage. This achievement reflects the hard work of our students and the commitment of our staff to nurturing innovation and critical thinking. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the P&C for their ongoing support. Their generosity has been vital in enabling our students to attend the competition, and we are immensely grateful for their contribution. Additionally, thanks to the P&C’s fundraising efforts, we now have new laptop trolleys and updated technology resources, which will soon be making a positive difference in our classrooms and enhancing learning opportunities for all students. Looking forward, we are excited to launch our school sport houses in the coming weeks. This initiative aims to build strong school spirit, encourage healthy competition, and foster a sense of belonging for every student. This has been a monumental cross-curricular project orchestrated through our SPARK program and has been an important element of student voice. As we continue through the final term, we remain focused on finishing the year positively and with purpose, celebrating accomplishments while preparing for the exciting opportunities ahead. Thank you once again for your continued support and partnership in our school community.
SRC teamwork and ideas session
On 21 October our SRC student leaders came together to boost their skills in communication, teamwork, and decision-making.
Through interactive challenges and reflection, they will grow their confidence, explore leadership styles, and plan initiatives to make a real impact in our school community.
We are looking forward to seeing their ideas and teamwork in action.
SRC cooking for the homeless and vulnerable community
AACTA Award
We are incredibly proud to share that Charli Fletcher (Year 10) has been nominated for an AACTA Award — the highest honour in Australian film.
Charli has made history as the youngest director ever nominated in the AACTA’s 68-year history, and her film is the first ever shot entirely on a mobile phone to be nominated in any category.
A truly remarkable achievement and a testament to her creativity, innovation, and determination.
Well done, Charli — this is just the beginning!
#CharliFletcher #AACTAAwards #Year10Achievement #YoungDirector #StudentSuccess #FilmInnovation #ProudMoment
Scholarship
We are thrilled to share that Ella Ruane (Year 12) has been awarded a Ramsay Scholarship to study a Bachelor of Western Civilisation and Law at ACU!
A huge thank you to Ms Young and Ms Lockton for their incredible guidance and encouragement throughout the process.
Well done, Ella — an outstanding accomplishment and a truly exciting next chapter!
Year 7 Swim School
Year 7 students started their Swim School sessions two weeks ago as part of the school’s Sports Program. They had a great first week at the UNSW Swimming Pool, developing their swimming skills and enjoying their time in the water.
#RandwickHS #SwimSchool #Year7 #UNSW #SchoolSports
Year 9 Marine incursion - module studies on Seafood from the Sea
Year 9 Marine incursion - seafood
Navy Life Expo
On Friday, 08 November, Luca, Lucca, Andy, Jasper and I attended the Navy Life Expo. This involved a visit to the International Convention Centre, as well as a tour of HMAS Canberra at HMAS Kuttabul, the navy base at Garden Island. I wanted to explore the options for a RAN career, and this was the kind of opportunity that does not come up often. My older brother went on it a few years ago, so I kind of knew what to expect, but I was still unsure about what the Navy was looking for. There were several highlights. I enjoyed discussing the role of drones in the RAN, and how there are programs to involve cadets and other enthusiasts in developing their skills at making and racing them. I particularly enjoyed talking to George, the chef of the HMAS Canberra. This is because there are so many ways you can explore things that you are passionate about in the military. I found the other sailors I spoke with to be quite formal, because they have to be, but also quite funny to talk to. The layout of the ship was fascinating. After the Expo I am 100% more likely to consider a military career. Even if you have no idea what you will do in the future you can find many real-world options within the armed forces.
James Kidenya Year 11
Garden Network Meeting
Exciting things are growing at Randwick High! We were proud to host the second Eastern Suburbs Garden Network event, showcasing our incredible SPARK program — a unique blend of STEM learning, Aboriginal cultural knowledge, and ICT skills. Primary school teachers from across the Eastern Suburbs joined us to explore this innovative, student-centred program and were blown away by our student representatives’ expertise and passion. Next year, we are looking forward to visiting local primary schools to learn about their garden programs and continue nurturing our Eastern Suburbs Garden Network together!
Paul Davies Cup
The boys had a great day at the Paul Davies Cup, demonstrating excellent skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Congratulations to Tim B., Max R., and Arga W., who were awarded the Game Changer Award by the referees for their standout performances on the field.
It was an absolute fantastic day out for the boys.
Randwick A team won every game except one in which they drew - Randwick B won 2 games - Randwick C won 1 game.
Three Randwick students were chosen for the 'Game Changer Award'. That was based on the referee’s choices.
Well done to all students who represented Randwick with pride.
Alumni update
Alumni Visit - on the screen and in the classroom. Year 9 Marine Studies students were thrilled to welcome Dr Alex Schnell - Animal Intelligence Expert, Marine Biologist and Nat Geo Explorer - to Randwick High School on the second day of Term 4. From exploring the rock pools at Clovelly Beach as a child, to studying the ocean’s wonders as a scientist, to changing policy through evidence-based research – Alex shared the many steps of her marvellous journey to where she is today. Says Alex: "There are so many other ways to work in science: through communication, television, writing books, teaching, working for NGOs, or shaping policy. The skills you gain as a scientist - particularly being analytical and curious - are highly transferable and open up a wide range of opportunities." Our students were inspired by Alex’s honesty about her own learning journey — from her favourite school subject - biology, to later in her career overcoming imposter syndrome and discovering that there’s more than one pathway to success. Says Alex: "The most valuable experience was getting out there and trying different things. I worked in a range of roles across science - as a research assistant, in NGOs, and in the dive industry. I tested out many different paths within marine science and field biology to see which ones I enjoyed the most. Did this slow down the process of specialising? Yes, but it also gave me invaluable insight into whether I a) actually enjoyed the work, and b) had the ability (or potential to grow) in that space." Thank you, Alex, for taking the time to come back and share your story. You have inspired our students to stay curious, explore widely, and dive deep to keep their passions alive. We welcome back all our Alumni to school to inspire our students. Contact our Alumni Coordinator Miriam here: randwick-h.alumni@det.nsw.edu.au
School Absence Notification System
Regular attendance at school is essential to assist students to maximise their potential. At Randwick High School, we must ensure our school has effective measures in place to monitor and follow up students absences. We are required under Section 22 of the Education Act (1990) to undertake all reasonable measures to contact parents promptly and within two school days of absence. We have implemented additional measures to ensure we are upholding the NSW Department of Education standards here at Randwick High School. Our school absence notification system consists of a text message, follow up email and Sentral notification in the parent portal, to minimise unexplained absences. An absence is unexplained if parents have failed to provide an explanation to the school within 7 days. Thank you for your understanding and assistance.