Message from our Principal
Huge Congratulations to our Table Tennis Team!
On Wednesday, our home team beat Tweed Coast, Ballina Coast AND Kingscliff High School to become the Far North Coast Table Tennis Champions! Congratulations to Jasper Wills, Amani Okoth, Tristan Burgess and Tate Druitt. These boys are 2 wins away from going to State Championships according to their coach. Thank you Mr Madritsch for organising this event.
Class of 1960 School Reunion
It was a pleasure to join a group of MHS alumni at Ocean Shores Country Club, on Sunday afternoon, where I was invited to attend a Mullumbimby High reunion for graduates of the 1960s. It was a wonderful opportunity for me to meet former students as well as some former teachers, including the mathematics teacher who taught our own Mrs Ellen Thompson. It was just magic to hear about the Mullumbimby of the past when students travelled by train from Byron Bay, apparently getting up to a bit of mischief along the way. There was also a strong sense of community and shining pride in being from Mullumbimby High. It was really joyful, especially the singalong to the school song created in 1963 (mostly) by 4th year student Sally Riddlesworth and accredited to the 4th year students of 1963. I spoke with one graduate of ‘64 who had gone on to become an engineer. He shared that he gets quite emotional about his old school and had a huge amount of respect for his principal, Mr John Pearce who he described as firm but fair. I was so proud to share with the folks what a great team of educators and support staff we currently have at MHS and the wonderful young people that are following in their footsteps. Everyone was very curious about the school now and how things have changed since their day. I was very proud to be able to share with them what a fantastic staff we have now, truly committed to ensuring student success and also that so many of our students are passionate activicts for change in social justice and environmental issues.
Acknowledgement of IDAHOBIT Day
IDAHOBIT Day was acknowledged today at MHS with students going uniform free to raise awareness for the cause of anti-discrimination. IDAHOBIT day is the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia and is acknowledged worldwide on the 17th of May. It is a day to raise awareness, educate against fear and combat discrimination against LGBTQIA+ individuals. Our aim here at Mullumbimby High School is to let all our students know that they belong and that there are allies who support them here at school.
Socials this week for connections
Thursday is a big day for Year 8 with their RIOT Day followed by Movie Night. We will also welcome our inclusive Education families for our BBQ on that afternoon. These activities are all about making connections and ensuring that everyone knows what supports are available to students at school.
Student Survey
In Term 2, we are offering our students the opportunity to participate in the NSW Public Schools Student Survey. The survey gives students the chance to share their thoughts and feelings about life at school, including questions about their engagement, learning experiences and wellbeing at school.
Hearing directly from our students will help us understand what’s working well and where improvements can be made to our school. The survey is confidential, takes around 10 to 15 minutes to complete, and will be conducted online during school hours.
Participation is voluntary. If you prefer your child not to participate, please complete the opt-out consent form, which was sent home a week ago (Check your emails for Student Survey), and return it to the school. Further information about the survey is available at https://education.nsw.gov.au/npss
Sensitive Topics: a message to parents and caregivers
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) is one of the key learning areas for students in Year 7 to 10. Our school’s PDHPE program aims to provide opportunities for students to learn about, and practise ways of, adopting and maintaining a healthy, productive and active life. It also involves students learning through movement experiences that are both challenging and enjoyable, and improving their capacity to move with skill and confidence in a variety of contexts. It promotes the value of physical activity in their lives.
Our school’s PDHPE program provides the opportunity for students to explore issues that are likely to impact on the health and wellbeing of themselves and others, now and in the future. These issues include physical activity, mental health, drug use, road safety, sexuality and sexual health, nutrition, respectful relationships, personal safety, diversity, gender roles and discrimination.
Some of the content of the program deals with sensitive issues. The school recognises this by teaching about these issues within the context of a developmentally appropriate program and by providing information to you about the program.
The PDHPE program aims to encourage students to make informed decisions about their lifestyle taking into account the values of the family, culture and religion to which they belong. The school program will be implemented in a manner that supports the role of parents and caregivers and reflects the ethos of the school community.
An overview of some of the content of the PDHPE program that may be considered sensitive is provided below.
Should you wish to discuss any aspect of the course or would like more information, please contact Lachlan McKenzie (HT PDHPE) on 6684 2600 at the school.
Respect | Responsibility | Learning | Bree Harvey-Bice, REL.PRINCIPAL
School Library featuring authors
Mullumbimby High School continues to promote literature. Our author of the week is Robin Hobb. Robin is an American writer, best known for her Fantasy Novels set in the Realm of the Elderlings.
Week 4 & Week 5 on the Diary
- Monday 19 May - IDAHOBIT Day mufti day
- Tuesday 20 May - Boccia Championship Ballina
- Tuesday 20 May - Careers excursion to SAE
- Wednesday 21 May - Open Girls Futsal
- Thursday 22 May - Year 8 Movie Night
- Thursday 22 May - Year 8 RIOT and Dodgeball Day
- Thursday 22 May - BBQ in the Inclusive Learning faculty
- Friday 23 May - FNC Cross Country at Byron Bay High School
- Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 26, 27 & 28 May - CHS B&G Rugby League | CHS Girls Touch Football & CHS Boys Football (NC)
- Monday 26 May - SRC hosting Biggest Morning Tea for Cancer Council in period 6
- Tuesday 27 May - Aviation Expo in Ballina
- Tuesday 27 May - Open Boys and 16s Girls Futsal Coomera
- Friday 30 May - Fast 5 Netball Year 11-12 Ballina
- Friday 30 May - Year 7 Sports Excellence Goal Setting
Early Leave Pass
Please note that any request for early leave should be called in as early as possible (student can also drop a note at the office before CARE at 8:50am), especially on Sports Days. It can be difficult on those days to find your student at a last-minute notice as some are involved in sports outside the school grounds.
P&C Message
Feedback from another productive P&C meeting
It was wonderful to see some new faces at our first P&C meeting of term 2. We received refreshing input from each new member, helping us steer toward our combined goal as the P&C, of supporting our students, carers and the school in all the ways we are able.
Next P&C Meeting: Monday 16 June, 5:30pm in the School Library. The meeting will begin at 5:45pm. Any queries? Please reach out via the contact details below:
Email: mullumbimbyhighpandc@gmail.com | Phone: Amy Colli (0429 804 890)
The shop is open every Mondays from 8:30am to 9am. You can order and pay for uniforms online . You will be able to nominate at checkout if you are picking up your order or if it can be given to the student. Orders will be processed on the same days as the uniform shop is open (Monday). Payment can be made in store by cash, cheque, debit or credit card. Any uniform shop enquiries can be sent to mullumuniforms@gmail.com
Breakfast Club on Monday Mornings
Every Monday morning from 8:20am to 8:40am at the Wellbeing Hub, Mullum High's Breakfast Club is back. Cereal, toast, banana smoothies and milkshakes. Everyone is welcome, everything is free. All you need to bring is your smile and all you need to do afterwards is wash up. Come and say hi.
Homework Club on Thursday Afternoons
Every Thursday afternoon starting Week 2 from 3pm to 4pm in the School Library, everyone is welcome and light snacks will be provided. This is a great opportunity to get some one-on-one help with school work, homework or assessment tasks. Bring a friend and a task to work on.
Careers Information & News
YEAR 10 Students and TAFE Short Courses
You can apply to attend the TAFE short course in Term 3 that are fully funded by the Department of Education - Educational Pathways Program. Every Friday for eight weeks. Interested then submit your Expression of Interest with Ms Clarkson at the Careers Office.
- ANIMAL CARE
- AVIATION
- HAIRDRESSING
Year 10 into 11 University Information Sessions
Next term, Year 10 students will start the process of subject selection for Year 11 and 12. A number of universities offer information webinars, as follows. Register for the webinars you wish to attend as if you are unable to attend, many Universities offer access to the recorded webinar.
- 28 May - University of Newcastle - Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar - Please use this link
- On Demand Webinar - Macquarie University - Year 10 guide to Uni webinar - Please use this link
- 4 June - University of Wollongong - 7:00 pm. Please use this link
- Griffith University's Creative Arts Open Day - Sunday 18 May in Brisbane city. Link for info and to reserve your spot.
Mullumbimby High School Careers Website is available to explore courses and careers -www.mullumbimbycareers.com.au
Community Announcements
Learn to Drive, Barrista Course, Make Music at Byron Youth Services!