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Rugby League Year 11 student, Mia McKenzie, represented Greater Northern NSW in the NSW CHS u/18’s rugby league trials. She is off to Wagga next week for Rugby 7’s.

Note from the Editor We love to showcase everyone's achievements, but we are not always aware of them. We rely on parents/carers to send us photos and information about it so that we can share the good news.

Reminder of school procedures: Leaving Early, Arriving Late or Messages

GOING AWAY 5 DAYS OR MORE? A reminder to our school community that the NSW DET requires that parents arrange holiday DURING school vacations. If your family holiday is during school time, you will need to inform the School Principal in advance and submit a permission to leave from school. An application for leave should be provided at least two weeks prior to departure. Ask our office for an “Application for Leave” BEFORE the holiday. ABSENT, LATE OR EARLY?  If your child is not at school, let us know they are safe. We will let you know they are not at school with an SMS message if we have not heard from you. COMING IN LATE?  School starts every day at 8:50am for all students. If students arrive after that time and miss CARE (roll call), please let the school know why they are late or provide them with a note. Students need to sign in at Student Services Office as soon as they arrive on the premises. LEAVING EARLY? Only legitimate one-off appointments will be approved by the principal. A note or a phone call should be made to Student Services before 9:30am and a leave pass will be processed. MESSAGES TO STUDENTS? Please call before 2pm. Only URGENT messages will be passed on during class time. We ask that all arrangements regarding after school activities be discussed with your student BEFORE school to avoid stress and distraction.

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Attendance Matters

Coming to school regularly makes a big difference - it helps you keep up with your learning, stay connected, and give yourself the best chance to succeed. We're excited to announce that this year, we're recognising students who show a strong commitment to being at school. At the end of each term, all students with 95% attendance or higher will go into the draw to win a $500 gift voucher. Two vouchers will be awarded every term so there's plenty of chances to win. Vouchers can be used at a range of stores, including JB Hi-Fi, Foot Locker, City Beach, EB Games and plenty of other leading retailers. So come to school each day, stay consistent, and you could be in the draw to win $500!

Dates for your Diary

• Monday 25 May - Flat Rock Biology Excursion
• Tuesday 26 May - Certificate 1 Tourism
• Tuesday 26 May - National Sorry Day
• Wednesday 27 May - Shearwater sports visit
• Wednesday 27 May - Year 10 Program
• Wednesday 27 May - National Reconciliation week (27/5/26 - 3/6/26)
• Thursday 28 May - Monaro HS Sports Visit
• Friday 29 May - Yr 7 Young Men's Reconnect Program
• Monday 1 June - RIEP Construction Taster Program
• Tuesday 2 June -  RIEP Construction Taster Program
• Wednesday 3 June -  RIEP Construction Taster Program
• Wednesday 3 June - MHS Athletics Carnival
• Wednesday 3 June - Transition afternoon for Year 6
• Wednesday 3 June - Captains Visit to Parliament
• Wednesday 3 June - Yr 10 Program
• Thursday 4 June - Yr 8 Young Men's Reconnect Program
• Friday 5 June - Yr 7 Young Men's Reconnect Program
• Monday 8 June - King's Birthday Public Holiday
• Wednesday 10 June - Year 7 Vaccination Program (only for those interested)
• Friday 12 June - NC Cross Country at Nana Glen

A Note from our P&C

We’re delighted to share that the P&C and Mullumbimby High School have agreed to co-fund a number of long-awaited Faculty Wishlist items, supporting learning across a range of areas: CAPA (Drama): Sony FX30 Cinema Camera Pro Kit TAS: Twin drum sander TAS: Sawgrass Virtuoso sublimation printer HSIE: Archaeology dig kits Science: 5 × Airlink Bluetooth sensor connectors Whole School: Signage for the MHS 12-seater van Decision to fund these items was made at the P&C’s most recent meeting last Monday. There was strong agreement in the room that this is exactly what our fundraising should enable – practical, high-value resources that will be used and appreciated by students for years to come. It’s a fantastic outcome, and a great example of what can be achieved when the P&C and school staff work closely together. With these contributions, the P&C’s financial support to MHS now exceeds $17,000 over the past 12 months. We’d like to sincerely thank everyone who makes this possible – our dedicated volunteers who organise events, write grants and lend a hand wherever needed, as well as our wider school and local business community for their ongoing generosity and support. This collective effort, built over many years, is what allows the P&C to contribute meaningfully to the school. Looking ahead, this year’s P&C Trivia Night Fundraiser is shaping up to be another great evening – please save the date: Friday, 21 August.

Careers News

For careers information, come and speak with Ms Clarkson at school or refer to Mullumbimby High School careers website - https://mullumbimbycareers.com/

Ballina Byron Aviation Expo Event Reminder The Ballina Byron Aviation Expo is just around the corner. Ballina Coast High School will be hosting an event featuring guest presenter Byron Waller, the youngest pilot to circumnavigate the globe. Byron will share his journey and insights into aviation with the Ballina and wider Communities. This is a fantastic free event for families, students and the broader community to come together, connect and be inspired.

MHS Uniform Shop Volunteer Roster

The MHS P&C is calling for volunteers to help our Uniform Shop Coordinator, Dorothee, for just ONE hour on Monday mornings (8:30–9:30am). The Uniform Shop plays a crucial role in raising funds that directly support programs, resources, and opportunities for all MHS students. By volunteering a single hour, you’re making a meaningful contribution to our school community. If you’re able to help, please email Caroline with your available date(s) and phone number at caroline.a.henning@gmail.com Your time—no matter how small—makes a big difference!

Canteen

Students should hand in their lunch order at the canteen before 9:30am to avoid disappointment.

Community Announcements

Please note all announcements included here are for your information and further details should be checked directly with organisers.

Become a Field Officer for the 2026 Census Have you heard the news? Field Officer jobs are now available in locations all over Australia, including our capital cities, regional towns and remote areas. The best part? No prior experience is required. As a Field Officer, you’ll be the local face of the Census. You’ll deliver Census letters and forms, answer questions from the public and follow up households that haven’t yet responded. Field Officer jobs are temporary and suit a variety of schedules, from students to part-time workers and retirees. You can earn extra money and work flexibly across weekdays, weekends and evenings. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking for a broad range of people to apply to reflect the diversity of Australian communities. Get your application in by Monday 18 May 2026 to be considered in the first round of recruitment in your local area. Join the Census team and help collect the data that informs local services for your community. To apply and see all Census job opportunities, visit census.abs.gov.au/jobs.

Mullumbimby High School warmly invites you to join us for our NAIDOC Week 2026 Assembly as we celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC through culture, dance, music, and community. Date: Friday 24th July 2026 Time: 10:00 am Location: Mullumbimby High School We would love for you to join us and celebrate with our school and community.