MIDDLE SCHOOL

Information
Booklet
Years 7, 8 & 9

2024
 CONTENTS
WELCOME MIDDLE SCHOOL 2024 .................................................................................................................................................. 2
SCHOOL PROMOTION DAY .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
THE FIRST DAY 2024 – Year 7 .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
THE FIRST DAY 2024 – Years 8 & 9 .................................................................................................................................................. 4
2024 TERM DATES FOR RHHS ......................................................................................................................................................... 4
CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
KEY STAFF ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
SCHOOL HOURS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
BELL TIMES........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
ATTENDANCE SMS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
MILLENNIUM PARENT PORTAL ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
SCHOOL MAP .................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DARE TO EXCEL ................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
YEAR 7 SAMPLE TIMETABLE ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
STUDENT GUIDE – WHAT TO DO IF? ............................................................................................................................................ 11
RAISING RESPONSIBILITY ............................................................................................................................................................. 12
WHOLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
PROJECT BASED LEARNING ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
STUDENT MEDICAL DETAILS & HEALTH CONCERNS ................................................................................................................. 13
BIOMETRICS: ATTENDANCE RECORDING .................................................................................................................................. 13
CURRICULUM .................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
YEAR COORDINATOR LESSONS ................................................................................................................................................... 14
FOCUS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
SWITCH ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
LIBRARY ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
TECHNOLOGY IN 2024 .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
EXTRA CURRICULAR ...................................................................................................................................................................... 17
SPORT .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ................................................................................................................................................. 18
COMMUNICATIONS AND CELEBRATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 19
SAFETY AT SCHOOL ....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................................................................................. 20
MOBILE PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY ............................................................................................................. 26
AEROSOL POLICY ........................................................................................................................................................................... 27
ANTI-BULLYING POLICY ................................................................................................................................................................. 28
UNIFORM POLICY ........................................................................................................................................................................... 29
FOOTWEAR POLICY........................................................................................................................................................................ 30
GENERAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 32
YEAR 7 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 32
YEAR 8 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 33
YEAR 9 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 33
SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 7 ................................................................................................................................... 34
SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 8 ................................................................................................................................... 35
SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 9 ................................................................................................................................... 35
ROUSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE ........................................................................................................................... 36

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WELCOME MIDDLE SCHOOL 2024
Welcome to our Middle School students for 2024. In this booklet we have tried to give as much information
as possible so that when you start on your first day you will feel confident and happy.

Rouse Hill High School offers an excellent academic program, highly qualified teachers and a safe and caring
learning environment. We encourage students to take advantage of the exciting range of educational
opportunities that are available and to always daRe to achieve their best.

Rouse Hill High School is a modern, vibrant comprehensive high school with rich relationships with the
primary schools of our learning community. In 2024, Rouse Hill High School will have Year 7 through to Year
1.2 enrolments of approximately 1400 students. You will be a valued part of the Rouse Hill High School
culture of success and educational excellence.

Tuesday 14 November 2023 is Rouse Hill High School’s Promotion Day. All students will progress to their
next grade level and begin studying the curriculum for that year.

Exciting times are ahead, and we look forward to seeing you next year as you continue your educational
journey as a student of Rouse Hill High School.

Principal: Mr S Kelly

Deputy Principal - Years 9 & 1.2: Ms M Castle

Deputy Principal – Years 8 & 1.1: Ms B Virwani

Deputy Principal – Years 7 & 1.0: Ms P Healey

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SCHOOL PROMOTION DAY
Rouse Hill High School will be starting the 2024 school year on Tuesday 14 November 2023. Students in
Year 7 and Year 8 will be promoted to their following year in Week 6 of Term 4.

Students will be issued with their new timetable via Millennium on Monday 13 November. Students will need
to be equipped with books and stationery for the new year of study starting on Week A of their timetable on
Tuesday 14 November.

THE FIRST DAY 2024 – Year 7

School commences for Year 7 on Thursday 1 February 2024 at 8.45am. Students will need to wear full
school uniform and bring their school bag, a book, pens and pencils, laptop, recess, lunch and a drink. The
canteen will be open.

At 8.45am, students will be directed to assemble in the hall for a ‘Welcome to High School’ assembly.
Students will be organised into their peer support groups. The peer support groups will form the basis of the
Year 7 class groups for Weeks 1-3 of Term 1.

Weeks 1-3 2024

During this time, students will participate in a number of programs to support an effective transition to
Rouse Hill High School. This will include the following sessions:

- Adapting to a new setting ‘Big Fish, Little Fish’

- How to navigate Google Classroom
- Managing home learning and assessment tasks
- Classroom expectations and routines
- Establishing and maintaining new friendships
- Learning to read a timetable

Students will complete diagnostic assessments to provide the school with further information about their
individual literacy and numeracy needs. Students will also participate in a range of KLA specific learning
opportunities. This will enable teachers to determine the most effective class groupings.

Week 4 2024

On Monday of Week 4, students will move out of their peer support learning groups and into their
permanent class for 2024. At this stage, all students will be highly prepared for learning in the high school
setting.

Please contact Year 7 Coordinators Mr Rob Moiler or Ms Beth Proctor, if you have any questions.

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THE FIRST DAY 2024 – Years 8 & 9
School commences for Year 8 & 9 on Monday 5 February 2024 at 8.45am and finishes at 2.57pm.

Program

Day 1 Monday 5 February 2024

8.45am Period 1 Students are to go to their Period 1A lesson for Monday Week A
9:24am Period 2
10.03am Recess
10.33am Period 3
11.12am Period 4

11.51am Period 5
12.30pm Lunch
1.00pm Period 6
1.39pm Period 7
2.18pm Period 8
2:57pm End of day

Day 2 Tuesday 6 February 2024

8.45am Students will attend normal timetabled classes for Tuesday Week A

2024 TERM DATES FOR RHHS

Term 1 Thursday, 1 February 2024 - Friday,12 April 2024

Term 2 Tuesday 30 April 2024 - Friday, 5 July 2024

Term 3 Monday, 22 July 2024 - Friday, 27 September 2024

Term 4 Monday, 14 October 2024 - Wednesday 18 December 2024

Rouse Hill High School - School Development Days 2024

Term 1 Tuesday, 30 January 2024

Wednesday, 31 January 2024

Term 2 Monday, 29 April 2024

Term 4
Monday, 18 November 2024
Thursday 19 December 2024
Friday, 20 December 2024

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Address: 240 Withers Road, Rouse Hill 2155
PO Box 6120, Rouse Hill 2155

Phone: 9836 1890

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.rousehill-h.schools.nsw.gov.au

School Code: 8291 Metropolitan North, The Ponds

Office hours: 8.00am – 3.30pm

KEY STAFF
Principal: Mr S Kelly

Deputy Principal - Years 9 & 1.2: Ms M Castle

Deputy Principal – Years 8 & 1.1: Ms B Virwani

Deputy Principal – Years 7 & 1.0: Ms P Healey

Head Teacher – Administration: Ms M Vogt & Ms N Koski

Head Teacher – Wellbeing: Ms E Ates

School Counsellors: Ms E Myers

The Counsellors are able to assist students in solving problems that impact on their school life.

School Careers Adviser: Ms K Henson

The Careers Adviser is able to assist Senior students with all enquiries and assistance with work experience,
subject selection, TAFE and University applications.

Head Teachers
Provide support for students and staff within their faculties. Any curriculum queries are to be directed to the
subject Head Teachers.

Middle School Team

Year 7 Coordinators Ms Beth Proctor & Mr Rob Moiler

Year 8 Coordinators Ms Sophia Kendros & Ms Gurvene Sidhu

Year 9 Coordinators Mr Julian Garcia & Ms Natasha Koski

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SCHOOL HOURS
School begins each day at 8:45am, and concludes at 2:57pm (Tuesday 2:46pm).

Supervision of students in the quad occurs from 8.15am. A bell sounds between periods.

Sport is held on Wednesdays and is compulsory for Years 7 – 1.0. All students need to attend the Swimming
and Athletics Carnivals to meet mandatory sport requirements.

BELL TIMES
Monday, Tuesday*, Thursday, Friday
Year 7, 8 Year 9
Period 1 8:45am – 9:24am Period 1 8:45am – 9:24am
Period 2 9:24am - 10:03am Period 2 9:24am - 10:03am
Recess 1 10:03am - 10:33am Period 3 10:03am - 10:42am
Period 3 10:33am - 11:12am Recess 2 10:42am - 11:12am
Period 4 11:12am – 11:51am Period 4 11:12am – 11:51am
Period 5 11:51am – 12:30pm Period 5 11:51am – 12:30pm
Lunch 1 12:30pm - 1:00pm Period 6 12:30pm - 1:09pm
Period 6 1:00pm – 1:39pm Lunch 2 1:09pm – 1:39pm
Period 7 1:39pm - 2:18pm Period 7 1:39pm - 2:18pm
Period 8 1:39pm – 2:57pm Period 8 1:39pm – 2:57pm

*Tuesday finish 2.46pm

Wednesdays
Period 1 8:45am – 9:24am
Period 2 9:24am – 10:03am
Recess 10:03am – 10:33am
Period 3 (7/8 10:33am – 12:30pm
Sport)
Lunch 12:30pm – 1:00pm
Period 4 (9/10 1:00pm – 2:57pm
Sport)

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ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES
Missing school means your child misses out on vital information and maintaining learning routines. This can
result in a loss of confidence and missing out on forming vital friendships.

Attendance is recorded each day. As a parent or caregiver you are responsible for ensuring your child attends
school every day including sports days, unless your child:
● has an unavoidable medical or dental appointment (preferably these should be made after school or
during holidays)
● is required to attend a recognised religious holiday
● is required to attend an exceptional or urgent family circumstance (such as attending a funeral)
● is sick, or has an infectious illness.

Students need to attend school regularly to meet the course requirements of the Higher School Certificate.

If you are having difficulty getting your child to attend school regularly, you might like to talk to the deputy
principal or the school counsellor.

If your child has to be absent from school for any reason, including arriving late or leaving early, please
contact the school to explain the reason by return sms, email, written note or phone as soon as possible and
within seven days.

Information regarding compulsory school attendance can be accessed on our school website:
https://rousehill-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/about-our-school/rules-and-policies.html

ATTENDANCE SMS
Parents of students absent from school will be notified daily via SMS.

Please reply to the SMS with your child’s name, the reason for the
absence and the date of absence as per the sample.

Please note that the SMS is sent through the school attendance
software Millennium and the school mobile number associated
with the SMS, 0427 016 460, can only be used for attendance
SMS. To verify the reply SMS, the mobile number used to reply is
automatically cross-referenced against your child’s Millennium
record.

MILLENNIUM PARENT PORTAL

The Millennium Parent Portal is used to distribute school reports. The portal can be accessed at the
following URL https://www.millenniumschools.net.au/portal/

To login parents use their unique username and password. These details will be emailed to parents during
Term 1, 2024.

The Millennium Parent Portal allows parents to print historical school reports and also view their child’s
attendance record.

Video tutorials on how to access the portal and print reports can be viewed at the school Youtube channel.
This can be accessed through an internet search of “Rouse Hill High School Youtube Channel”, by clicking
on theYoutube link on the school website or entering the following URL:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLtwL4vFErUNkaGRbglrD-g

Please contact the school if you need support in accessing your child’s school report.

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SCHOOL MAP

Permitted Playground
Areas for students
During recess and lunch time:
Area 1: Quad
Area 2: Courts
Area 3: Oval
Area 4: Grass
Area 5: Canteen
5

4 B3
B2
B1

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DARE TO EXCEL
Rouse Hill High School continues to grow in 2024 as an outstanding educational facility. Our aim is to develop
students who are dynamic, accountable, resilient and engaged learners. We encourage students to live up
to our school banner statement of DARE TO EXCEL.

Dare incorporates our values platform and was developed with input from parents, students and staff.

Dynamic. I am involved and adaptable.

To be dynamic is to exercise our critical and creative thinking skills in and out of the classroom. A Rouse Hill
High School student is one that is part of our school community but also a global citizen and we are curious
about the world around us. By finding our positive purpose during our school career, taking risks by being
part of co-curricular activities, and getting involved in leadership opportunities, we have the opportunity to
flourish and thrive in all our endeavours.

Accountable. I know myself and hold myself to account.

A Rouse Hill High School student is one with integrity and knows themselves. We develop our character
through positive purpose and emotions and hold these values to account in and out of school. Through
knowing ourselves and developing our strengths, we not only contribute to our school, but the community as
a whole. We know how to self-regulate our emotions to create a safe and enjoyable learning environment.
We are the best version of ourselves at RHHS and foster a culture of kindness and care.

Resilient. I exercise grit beyond graduation.

A Rouse Hill High School student is resilient. We train the development of our grit and our ability to cope
when things don’t go according to plan to prepare us for the world outside of school. Our school is a safe
place that allows us to fail well and celebrate success. We reflect on our wins and our losses, and treat our
peers with sympathy, respect, and fairness. We are courageous in the face of adversity and persevere when
we are challenged.

Engaged. I am a curious learner.

A Rouse Hill High School student nurtures their curiosity and love of learning when working. We are not only
engaged in all aspects of school; we enjoy what we do. We develop our curiosity when learning, and feel a
sense of positive accomplishment every day. Every student has the opportunity to find their passions and
interests niche and this is a space where exploration of ourselves, our interests, and our purpose is
celebrated. We become lifelong learners and are engaged in everything that we do.

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YEAR 7 SAMPLE TIMETABLE
Rouse Hill High School Year 7

Week A Week B
Monday
Monday
P1 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
Creative
P1 07VARTS8A Ms S Mepham C28
P2 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7 Arts
P3 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10 P2 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P4 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110 P3 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
P5 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110 P4 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
Creative P5 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
P6 07VARTS8A Ms S Mepham C28
Arts
P6 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
Creative
P7 07VARTS8A Ms S Mepham C28 P7 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
Arts
P8 Switch 07SWIA Mrs P Healey E4
P8 Switch 07SWIA Mr R Moiler E4
Tuesday
Tuesday
P1 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P1 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
P2 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
P2 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
P3 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
P3 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P4 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
P4 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P5 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
P5 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P6 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P6 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
P7 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P7 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E4
P8 Switch 07SWIA Mrs P Healey E4
P8 Switch 07SWIA Ms B Proctor E4
Wednesday
Wednesday
P1A HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P1A HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P2 Focus 07FOCUSA Ms N Koski C28
P2 Focus 07FOCUSA Ms G Sidhu C28
P3 Sport SP2078RS1 Ms S Kirby C29
P3 Sport SP2078RS1 Ms S Kirby C29
P4 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P4 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
Thursday
Thursday
P1 LOTE 07TLANGUA Mrs K Wang F7
P1 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins E104
P2 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P2 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P3 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins F113
P3 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P4 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins F113
P4 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P5 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
P5 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P6 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P6 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E104
P7 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P7 PDHPE 07TPDHPEA Mr L Barry E104
P8 Switch 07SWIA Mrs P Healey E4
P8 Switch 07SWIA Ms B Proctor E4
Friday
Friday
P1 HSIE 07THSIEXA Ms J Shields D110
P1 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins F104
P2 Discover 07TDISCOA Ms S Kendros F104
P2 English 07TENGLIA Mrs R Atkins F104
P3 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
P3 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P4 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
P4 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P5 TAS 07TECHM8A Mr J Fletcher C3
P5 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P6 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P6 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P7 Mathematics 07TMATHSA Ms V Zacharia D10
P7 Science 07TSCIENA Ms A Pobjie G13
P8 Switch 07SWIA Ms B Proctor E4
P8 Switch 07SWIA Ms B Proctor E4

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STUDENT GUIDE – WHAT TO DO IF?

I need to leave school Bring a note, written and signed by a parent/guardian explaining the reason
and stating your name and class. Take this note to the Administration Office
early
as soon as you arrive at school. You will then attend class until the time noted
on your pass. Before you leave the school you must return to the
Administration Office to receive your pass and sign out using automated sign
out system.
I arrive late to school You must go to the Administration Office to sign in. You should have a note
from your parent/guardian explaining the reason for your lateness. Students
who arrive late without a note will be asked to return a note of explanation the
following day. Attendance & late arrivals are monitored by the Deputy
Principal, fortnightly.
If your child has to be absent from school for any reason, including arriving
I am absent from
late or leaving early, please contact the school to explain the reason by return
school
sms, email, written note or phone as soon as possible and within seven days.
I ride my bike/ On arrival, walk your bike to the racks near the Administration Office. Secure
skateboard to school your bike with a lock and chain. You must wear a safety helmet on arrival and
departure from school.
I need to go to the Ask your teacher for permission to go to the Administration Office. The
toilet during class time teacher will issue you a note and a vest.
I feel sick at school Report to the Administration Office during recess or lunch. Someone will
arrange for your parent/guardian to take you home. If you feel ill during class
time your teacher will give you a note sending you to the Administration
Office.
I am injured at school Report to the Administration Office for First Aid.
I need to bring my Refer to Mobile Phone Policy on page 26
mobile phone to school
I have a personal Tell a teacher and/or report the matter to a member of the Middle School
problem or am having Team.
some hassles
I am out of uniform Report to the Deputy Principal before school. You will be provided with a
uniform to wear for the day or a uniform pass. Teachers will be checking and
reporting uniform breaches each morning. Students who are out of uniform
without a note will be required to see the Deputy Principal at recess.
Leaving school Walkers are to leave via the Administration Office and exit through the top
grounds in the gate to Withers Road, the Science gate or the back gate. Students should not
afternoon exit through the service gate. If you are being picked up by car, you are to
leave via the Science block and await pickup on the footpath outside the main
gate/car park entrance. If you ride a bike/skateboard you are to walk your
bike/skateboard on a pathway and may leave via either gate.

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RAISING RESPONSIBILITY
Staff at Rouse Hill High School are committed towards establishing positive classroom environments
conducive to learning through the use of routines and positive interactions that focus upon choice and the
provision of critical feedback.

The Raising Responsibility model is a key aspect used to promote student

reflection and self-awareness. Teachers support students to identify behaviour
that is ‘above the line’ or ‘below the line’, assisting individuals to monitor and
adjust their own behaviour.

Staff encourage all students to strive towards operating at the ‘D level’, this
involves demonstrating a high level of self-drive and enthusiasm for learning
consistent with intrinsic motivation.

Students operating at the ‘A level’ are provided additional methods of support to

maintain our positive learning environments.

WHOLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Rouse Hill High School is committed towards developing and implementing strategies to encourage
successful student participation in school life through a growth mindset approach.

FIXED MINDSET GROWTH MINDSET

Leads to a desire to look smart Leads to a desire to learn
and therefore a tendency to: and therefore a tendency to:

- avoid challenges - embrace challenges

- give up easily due to obstacles - persist despite challenges
- see effort as fruitless - see effort as a path to mastery
- ignore useful feedback - learn from criticism
- be threatened by other’s success - be inspired by other’s success

PROJECT BASED LEARNING

Our Middle School teaching and learning programs at Rouse Hill High School involve Project Based Learning
(PBL). This engaging, student centred approach develops students’ creative and critical thinking skills in a
collaborative learning environment. PBL is an educational approach that is widely trialled globally, consisting
of a large body of contemporary research that has been evaluated and adapted to Rouse Hill High School’s
context.
Students are able to develop innovative and unique solutions within a structured and scaffolded framework,
enhancing key 21st Century skills and cross-curricular links. Students often have the opportunity to engage
with industry professionals from a large field of expertise, strengthening their understanding of subject area
content through real world application.
These highly engaging teaching and learning sequences allow students to access content through a wide
range of learning styles, supporting engagement and diverse abilities. Programs across the Middle School
are taught within our PBL framework, assisting students to succeed in a digital world and learn key
communication strategies. This Middle School focus creates learners who are resilient, engaged, creative
and accountable, preparing them for the demands of the Senior School courses and their future careers.

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STUDENT MEDICAL DETAILS & HEALTH CONCERNS
It is essential that the school is informed of any medical conditions. This includes allergies. We ask that you
also contact the school if there are any newly diagnosed allergies, medical conditions or changes to an
existing condition. This will enable the school to support the safety and wellbeing of your child.

Allergies can include insect stings, drugs, latex, food (eg; nuts, peanuts, eggs). The school needs to be
informed of severe allergies such as anaphylaxis, including the need for an ASCIA (Australian Society Clinical
Immunology & Allergy Inc) plan and an adrenaline auto-injector.

The school also needs to be notified of medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes and epilepsy.

Completion of a health care plan and/or ASCIA Action plan may be required.

BIOMETRICS: ATTENDANCE RECORDING

Rouse Hill High School has implemented an automated sign in process for students to help us streamline
our attendance recording practices. This system is particularly useful for Senior students who have a flexible
timetable and will be starting and finishing school at alternative times. The system will also enable those
students who arrive late to be processed quickly enabling them to go to class as soon as possible.

The process includes the scanning of each student's thumb to record their unique measurements against
their student number in a secure, encrypted database. This is NOT a fingerprint, rather a set of measurements
of the contours of the thumb known as a template.

When a student arrives late to school they will simply scan their thumb and the system will record their arrival
time and print a docket for them to show to their teacher when they reach class. This docket is also a record
for parents/carers. Senior students with a flexible timetable will scan their thumb on arrival at school and
when leaving the school.

Questions often arise about privacy and biometrics. Biometric devices never capture or use optical images.
Instead, unique data is extracted from the live sample to create a template (a mathematical representation
of an enrollee’s biometric data that is used by a biometric system for comparison against a database). The
template basically contains point to point or vector measurement data.

This automated system has been discussed and supported by the Rouse Hill High School P&C Association.

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CURRICULUM
Courses of Study: Middle School

All students in Middle School undertake a mandatory core curriculum. This includes:

● English ● Switch

● Mathematics ● Visual Arts (Years 7 and 8)

● Science ● Music (Year 8 only)

● Human Society and its Environment ● Sport

● Personal Development, Health & Physical ● Focus

Education (PDHPE)
● Year Coordinator lessons
● Languages Other Than English (LOTE) –
Mandarin (Year 7 only ) ● 2 elective subjects (Year 9 only)

● Technology and Applied Studies (Years 7 and 8)

Assessment booklets will be emailed to all students. Booklets will also be available on the school’s website.

YEAR COORDINATOR LESSONS

7 Discover – 8 Explore – 9 Create
Year coordinator lessons occur once a fortnight and are delivered by each of the Year coordinators
throughout Middle School. YC lessons are an opportunity for students to develop skills and understanding
related to Rouse Hill High School’s core values of developing Dynamic, Accountable, Resilient and Engaged
students. The lessons are designed by the Middle School Team drawing on educational research and
resources from wellbeing agencies. Each term has a central focus and builds in complexity from Years 7 to
9. The focus of lessons throughout Middle School include; anti-bullying, digital citizenship, drug and alcohol
education, anti-racism and social justice.

FOCUS
Rouse Hill High School is a Positive Education school, which is an approach to student learning that stems
from the evidence based research of Positive Psychology in a school setting. Positive Psychology and
Education focuses on looking at human strengths, qualities and character traits and how to use these
strengths to flourish in everyday life.

Positive Education is the combination of traditional educational principles with the study of wellbeing using
Professor Martin Seligman’s model PERMAH and the Values in Action (VIA) classification which explores
character strengths. Focus is held during the second period on Wednesday and follows the Positive
Education Enhanced Curriculum.

Through using PERMAH at Rouse Hill High School, we aim to promote positive mental health among
students, teachers, and the wider school community.

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SWITCH
During Switch lessons students will engage in independent learning completing learning activities that support
the learning in their curriculum lessons. Students will also complete the Switch Up program targeted
specifically at developing the skills and mindsets to be an effective self-directed learner. The subject
curriculum focus of Switch will change every five weeks.

LIBRARY
Welcome to the Rouse Hill High School Library. The Library is a communal space with its primary function
being to support students and staff by providing the resources, equipment and space to facilitate teaching
and learning and the love of reading.

What the Teacher Librarian can do for you:

❖ Provide a space for individual and group learning

❖ Provide a variety of resources e.g.
o Fiction: novels, short stories, picture books, graphic novels, spoken word and DVD’s.
o Non-fiction: books, journals, spoken word and DVD’s and reference resources e.g. atlases
and dictionaries.
❖ Teach information and research skills e.g. decoding an assignment, research skills, essay writing,
note taking and writing a bibliography.
❖ Provide “How to” sheets, for example writing a bibliography or using specific text types.
❖ Provide Subject Resource Lists: lists of books and other resources on specific subjects such as
Ancient Egypt.
❖ Help students find relevant information sources.
❖ Provide board games. There are regular chess competitions plus we have the following games -
Connect Four, Checkers and Yahtzee.

TECHNOLOGY IN 2024
Rouse Hill High School is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school. As such all students in Years 7 to 12 are expected
to bring a suitable device to school for use on a daily basis in class. The school supports the use of both Windows PC
and Apple Mac options and there are reasonably priced options available through both of our partner providers.

Students will use the Google Workspace apps including Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and Google
Classroom for most aspects of their learning and as such it is recommended that all devices have the Google Chrome
web browser installed as it works best with Google Workspace.

All students attending at RHHS in 2024 are requested to purchase a device ready for use from the beginning of the
year.

In order to facilitate easy purchase of the chosen BYO device, Rouse Hill High School has engaged the services of two
third party suppliers, School Locker (the school uniform supplier) and Learning with Technologies (LWT). Both School
Locker and LWT have set up an order portal with school approved device options.

Both suppliers also offer the opportunity to purchase higher specification devices, which exceed school needs but may
offer greater versatility for the device to be used for other purposes at home.

Both School Locker and LWT offer the option to package protective carry cases and extended warranties with the
purchase of your device. In addition to this, they also offer the option to finance the purchase of a device (subject to
credit approval criteria).

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EXTRA CURRICULAR

DUKE OF The Duke of Edinburgh Award is an international youth development program for
EDINBURGH young people aged between 14 and 25. It challenges students to explore and
develop their potential through a range of activities including physical recreation,
community service, skills and adventurous journeys.

CONCERT BAND This group is made up of brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. The band
performs at school assemblies and play arrangements of popular music and film
themes scored for beginners.

VOCAL ENSEMBLE This group frequently performs at school events singing a range of repertoire from
pop culture.

TECH NINJAS This group is for students with a particular interest in technology. Students learn
about and experiment with a variety of new and emerging technologies including
virtual reality, coding, robotics, computer building and more. Students engage in
MakerSpace activities to challenge themselves and learn skills, both practical and
fun.

DEBATING Debating provides students with an opportunity to hone their skills in constructing
a logical argument. Teams are open to experienced and novice debaters.
Throughout the year students will be provided with on-going training and compete
in regional competitions.

CHESS The Library hosts regular chess competitions. These may be knockout or round
robin.

SPORT Zone and Regional competitions as they arise.

DRAMA ENSEMBLE Drama is a fun and interactive way to build performance skills by participating in
games and group work. Students prepare work for public showings and meet once
to twice a week.

VISUAL ARTS Students can participate in this weekly workshop to extend their artistic abilities
across a range of mediums.
MASTER CLASS

SCHOOL Students in all years are offered Leadership opportunities by representing their
LEADERSHIP year group, becoming Sports Leaders and applying to be School Captains in Year
PROGRAM 1.2.

DANCE There are numerous Dance Ensembles that operate at Rouse Hill High School.
ENSEMBLES Students in the ensembles compete in Dance Eisteddfods.

CHINA CLUB This is a weekly lunch time club designed to foster student’s interest in all things
Chinese. We learn about Chinese arts, crafts, games, traditional instruments,
cooking and many other aspects of Chinese culture and language.

Other extra-curricular activities are also available.

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SPORT
Junior Sport (Years 7/8) is during Period 3 and Senior Sport (Years 9/1.0) is during Period 4 on Wednesdays.
Sport options fall into three categories:

● Grade Sport
● House Sport (Year 7/8 only)
● Recreational Sport (Years 8, 9 and 1.0 only)

Grade Sport
All students will trial for grade sport teams at the beginning of each sport cycle. Once selected, grade teams
will play against other local schools on a home/away basis. A cost to cover bus travel and hire of local venues
will be required.

House Sport
Students will participate in a variety of different team sports where they can practise skills and learn the value
of team work, sportsmanship, communication, etc.

Recreational Sport
Recreational sport is only for Years 8, 9 and 1.0. There will be a variety of options which may change with
each sport cycle. It may involve an activity at school (eg. table tennis) or leaving the school premises (eg.
recreational walking). There are also recreational sports that may involve a fee (eg. gym).

Sports Uniform
Students wear sports uniform on Wednesdays and are required to bring enclosed leather shoes to change
into if they have a practical Science or elective lesson.

SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

The Application to Enrol in a government school form asks about religion where parents/carers may have
recorded your child’s religion. The question also allowed for ‘no religion’ to be recorded. Some parent/carers
complete this information and others do not.

This information is used to plan for Special Religious Education classes (SRE) which are provided in public
schools during school time by authorised representatives of approved religious groups. Combined Christiaqn
SRC and the Catholic Diocese of Parramatta provide SRE at Rouse Hill High School.

Attendance at SRE is voluntary and schools organise SRE according to parent wishes and the demands of
the religious provider. Public schools are required by law to offer SRE if they are approached by religious
groups.

Students who have indicated that they would like to attend scripture lessons will do so once a fortnight.
Remaining students will do revision, homework or private study during this time. SRE occurs during normal
timetabled lessons.

Special religious events may occur throughout the year e.g. guest speakers or performances. When these
events are organised, students will bring home a permission note seeking parent/carer permission to attend.

Information regarding Special Religious Education can be accessed on our school website:
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COMMUNICATIONS AND CELEBRATIONS
⮚ Newsletter Twice a Term

⮚ Formal/Recognition Assembly Twice a Year

⮚ Reports Interim Term 1

Semester 1 Term 2
Interim Term 3
Semester 2 Term 4

⮚ Meet the Teacher – Year 7 Term 1, Week 7

⮚ Parent Teacher Interviews Term 2, Week 3

Term 3, Week 3

⮚ P&C Meeting Week 4 and 8 of each Term, Monday 7pm

SAFETY AT SCHOOL
At Rouse Hill High School we hope to ensure the safety of all students, staff and visitors to our school. For
students this involves safe travel to school, thinking and acting safely while at school and safe behaviour
when travelling home through our community. We can be accountable for our safety by:

● Ensuring we follow road rules when travelling to and from school

● Arriving at school on time – students are to remain in the quadrangle before school
● Being equipped for lessons
● Correctly wearing the school uniform including appropriate footwear for protection
● Exhibiting responsible and sensible behaviour at all times
● Showing respect for property and for other people
● Keeping hands off to solve problems peacefully
● Telling a teacher if something is wrong
● Following directions to participate positively
● Accepting the consequences of my actions
● Wearing the school hat and following sun safe procedures
● Using the Bruce Purser car park for drop off and pick up of students. Parents should not use the
school car park. Caballo Avenue is also available for students to be picked up.

By working together we can promote the safety of ourselves, our peers and teachers to help maintain our
positive, healthy and safe environment.

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RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This policy covers the rights and responsibilities expected from students attending Rouse Hill High School.

Rights and responsibilities

At the foundation of our rights and responsibilities is the ideal of being a dynamic, accountable, resilient and
engaged learner. Within each ideal our core values are embedded. This platform forms the basis of our work
at Rouse Hill High School.

The rights and responsibilities are based on the belief that we must respect the rights of all to learn and
take responsibility for our own learning and behaviour.

By practising the responsibilities shown below, students achieve success and recognition.

Rights Responsibilities
daRe
We have the right to: We have the responsibility to:

D ● learn in a challenging and ● participate in provided

Dynamic productive environment opportunities
● contribute to RHHS and the ● achieve through leadership
wider community ● model good behaviour
● actively participate in the school
community

A ● feel safe ● represent the school in a positive

Accountable ● achieve and be recognised for way
our efforts ● account for our actions
● assistance and support with our ● achieve our personal best
learning ● demonstrate safe behaviour

● respectful and fair treatment in ● display resilience and flexibility

R an environment free from ● respect others through inclusive
Resilient harassment and bullying and tolerant behaviour
● seek help when needed ● report bullying behaviour
● contribute as a productive
member of a team

● learn in a co-operative and ● demonstrate pride, co-operation

E supportive environment and enthusiasm in our work
Engaged ● participate in a wide variety of ● help, support and care for one
activities another
● strive for excellence in all activities
● listen and communicate in an
effective manner

At Rouse Hill High School, our learners are dynamic, accountable, resilient and engaged.

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MOBILE PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY
This policy covers mobile phones and electronic devices at Rouse Hill High School.

Rouse Hill High School understands that technology may play a significant role in the daily lives of
students. Safety is an issue that parents often feel can be addressed by students carrying a mobile phone
to and from school. The intention of this policy is to provide:
• a safe environment to learn without inappropriate mobile phone use or distractions.
• greater opportunities for social interaction and physical activity during recess and lunchtimes.

If students bring mobile phones and electronic devices to school they must be switched off and away
while on school grounds.

DoE policy states “Students are not allowed to use mobile phones at school, including during recess and
lunch.” The full Department of Education policy can be found at https://education.nsw.gov.au/policy-
management-schools/student-use-of-mobile-phones

Students are to follow all school procedures in regard to their use. The school is unable to ensure that such
items are secure and cannot be held responsible for their loss or damage.

This policy covers all electronic communication and devices including

• Mobile phones, Audio Players, Video players, Cameras, Entertainment devices, wired and unwired
headphones and speakers

Rights:
• All students have the right to learn in an environment that is free from bullying and harassment that
is not disturbed by others.
• Teachers can request the phone/electronic device to be signed in at the Administration office for
collection at the end of the day
• Consequences will result for repeated and inappropriate use of mobile phones and electronic
equipment
• Parents telephone the Administration Office for contact with students

Student Responsibility:
• Phones and all listening technology to be turned off and packed away on entry to the school. Unless
directed by a staff member, they must stay away for the entire day.
• The mobile phone/electronic device is kept in a safe place as the school takes no responsibility for
any loss or damage.
• Respect others by not disturbing the learning of others through device use or defiance.
• Not to use mobile phones during school hours.
• Follow teacher instructions concerning the use of phones or electronic devices.
• Be accountable for consequences if the policy is not followed – phone can be confiscated or signed
in at the Administration office. Discipline procedures will follow for repeated or serious
infringements. Incidents will be documented in the school referral system.

Parent responsibility
• Encourage implementation of the Rouse Hill High School and Department of Education policies.
• Contact students through the Administration office if required.
• Contact the school for any medical exemptions for phone use that are required.
• Understand that the school takes no responsibility for loss or damage to phones or electronic
devices.

Teacher responsibility
• Implement the Rouse Hill High School mobile phone policy
• Establish a classroom environment that encourages students to learn in an environment free from
distractions and harassment.
• Direct students to sign mobile phones and electronic equipment into the Administration
office for policy breach. Document this in Millennium and confirm compliance.
• Implement classroom discipline procedures for repeated infringements, document in Millennium.

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Processes:
• Device seen or heard on school grounds
o Student sent to office with slip. Mobile phone to be secured in office until the end of the
school day.
o Parent notified and informed that they will be required to arrange the collection of the phone
from the office if there is a second breach of policy.
o Failure to comply with directions will result in removal of student from classroom and parent
contact. Student will be subject to standard disciplinary actions for defiance and interfering
with the wellbeing of others such as Formal Caution or suspension.

AEROSOL POLICY
This policy covers the use of aerosol sprays and perfume pump-packs for students attending Rouse Hill
High School.

At Rouse Hill High School, as with the rest of the community, we have a number of students and staff who
suffer from asthma.

The following is taken from Asthma Australia (http://www.asthmaaustralia.org.au/Aerosol_sprays.aspx)

“Aerosol sprays are popular and commonly used for applying lots of products, from the
personal (like body sprays or deodorants) to the domestic (like cleaning sprays). However for
some people with asthma their use can trigger symptoms and may even lead to an attack.
When used, the liquid contained in these sprays is emitted into the air under high pressure,
creating a fine mist which can spread quite a long way. The chemicals and strong smells in the
mist, when inhaled, are what can trigger asthma symptoms and a possible attack. Because of
the amount of time the spray stays in the air and the distance it can travel, even spraying some
distance from the person with asthma can still lead to problems.
This most often causes issues in areas like change rooms, where people are using spray
deodorants etc after exercise, and even in workplaces if there is cleaning being undertaken
while there are others working in the area.
We recommend you avoid using aerosol sprays whenever there are other people around -
there are usually plenty of good alternatives available.”
(1st March 2015)

To provide the safest environment, students are banned from bringing aerosol sprays and perfume pump-
packs to Rouse Hill High School. This includes for any excursions, camps or other onsite or offsite activities.
Risk management strategies will be in place for any aerosol sprays used as part of school business.

Aerosol sprays or perfume pump-packs brought to school by students will be confiscated and disposed of.

The most common form of aerosol spray available to students are spray deodorants. Alternatives such as
roll-on deodorants are encouraged. Repeated breaches of this policy will result in disciplinary action.

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ANTI-BULLYING POLICY
This document provides a summary of Rouse Hill High School’s anti-bullying policy.

Bullying is not acceptable.

Students at Rouse Hill High School have a safe and happy environment in which to work and socialise.
Bullying is not accepted. Dare to say ‘NO’ to bullying and harassment.
The school anti-bullying policy is based on our DARE approach where students are dynamic, accountable,
and resilient and engaged when participating in positive interactions with peers, staff and the community.
At Rouse Hill High School all students, teachers and parents/carers have a shared responsibility to create a
safe and happy environment.
What is bullying?

Bullying is when the following things happen again and again to someone and it is hard for the student being
bullied to stop these things from happening:
● being ignored, left out on purpose or not allowed to join in;
● being made fun of and teased in a mean and hurtful way;
● lies or nasty stories are told about someone to make other children not like them;
● being made afraid of getting hurt;
● staring or giving someone mean looks or gestures;
● forcing someone to do things they don’t want to;
● being kicked, hit or pushed around.
Bullying can occur face-to-face, indirectly through others or via the use of technology e.g. mobile phone,
internet. Bullying is used by a more powerful person to cause fear, distress and/or harm against a less
powerful person unable to stop the bullying from occurring.

What can you do about it?

If you are being bullied…. If you see someone being bullied….

● Be confident. Use strong, assertive ‘I’ ● Support the person being bullied. Be a good,
statements in a positive way. Eg “I don’t like caring friend.
that. Please stop.”
● Be around your friends, they can support and ● Stick up for your friend; let the person being
help you. bullied know they are not alone.
● Report the bullying behaviour to a teacher. Let ● Ask a teacher for help and report the bullying
your parents know what is happening. behaviour.
● Ignore bullies where possible. Walk away from ● Don’t be a spectator - do something to help –
people who are harassing you. if you do nothing you are part of the problem.
● Be careful with your internet password, what ● Don’t join in bullying behaviour.
you put on the internet and how you use your
mobile phone.

It’s OK to talk! It’s OK to ask for help!

Dare to say ‘NO’ to bullies.
Talk to a teacher or Year Coordinator

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UNIFORM POLICY
This policy covers the wearing of school uniform to school, on excursions and for special events.
Rouse Hill High School is a uniform school. The uniform has been designed and endorsed by the P&C Association. It
is the school community expectation that all students will wear the uniform without variation.

School uniform builds a sense of community and ownership in the student body, ensuring pride in the school and its
attainments as well as forming a lasting impression of the school in the wider community. It contributes to the
development of student self discipline and self esteem, allowing clear identification within the school and community.
The dress code
● The school uniform must be worn at all times without individual variation.
● Years 7 – 1.0 must wear their school uniform on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
● On Wednesday, students may wear their school uniform or sport uniform. If students have a timetabled practical
Technology or Science lesson on Wednesday, leather shoes must be worn. (See next page).
● Students are expected to be neat, tidy and well groomed at all times.
● Jewellery is to be small and unobtrusive and of a safe design. Students will be required to remove unsafe and
inappropriate jewellery.
● Students representing the school are required to wear full school uniform.
● If undershirts are worn, they should be white only. All garments worn under the uniform must not be visible.
● The school hat is the only hat worn at school, on school excursions or for sporting events.
● For formal events students must be in school uniform, especially if they are participating in the assembly.
● Students are expected to wear school uniform on school excursions unless otherwise notified
● Makeup, If worn, is to be minimal and appropriate for school.
● Specialist uniform for dance and hospitality classes must be worn only for the duration of these classes.
Girls school uniform Boys school uniform
● Middle School (years 7, 8, 9). White blouse ● Middle School (years 7, 8, 9. White pinstripe shirt
with burgundy piping and school logo with school logo
● Senior School (years 1.0, 1.1, 1.2). White shirt ● Senior School (years 1.0, 1.1, 1.2). White shirt
with logo with logo
● RHHS tartan skirt with pleats, knee length, ● Charcoal shorts or trousers
shorts, charcoal, trousers, charcoal
● White socks that cover the ankles ● Grey socks that cover the ankles
● Black tights during terms 2 – 3
● Black V-neck jumper with logo (cotton or wool) ● Black V-neck jumper with logo (cotton or wool)
● Official Year 1.2 Jersey ● Official Year 1.2 Jersey
● Soft Shell Jacket ● Soft Shell jacket
● Black leather shoes, traditional style ● Black leather shoes, traditional style
● Black scarf with school logo ● Black scarf with school logo
● daRe hat ● daRe hat
● Black school blazer, optional ● Black school blazer, optional
● Burgundy tie bow, optional ● Tie – burgundy with school logo, optional
● Black school backpack with the school logo ● Black school backpack with the school logo
Sport & PE uniform
The sport uniform may be worn to school on Wednesdays only. Students will change into the sport uniform
for timetabled PE practical lessons.
● Charcoal and citrus sport shirt ● Sports socks
● Charcoal sport short ● Charcoal tracksuit jacket with logo, optional
● Joggers ● Charcoal tracksuit trousers with logo, optional
Technology uniform
● White apron – hospitality ● Blue apron – workshop rooms
If a student is unable to wear their uniform, they need to report to the Deputy Principal before the start of
lesson one. Students will be loaned the required uniform article where possible. Students with inappropriate
or unsafe footwear will be withdrawn from the playground at recess and lunch. If a student is continually out
of uniform, consequences will be given.
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FOOTWEAR POLICY
This policy covers the wearing of acceptable and unacceptable school footwear.

All students are required to wear plain black, leather shoes to school. Acceptable school uniform shoes
should have full leather uppers with no breather holes or fabric, and have a reasonable sole thickness. Boots
or shoes that cover the ankle are not acceptable.

In practical Science and Technology lessons, it is a Work Health and Safety requirement and a Department
of Education regulation, that appropriate, safe leather shoes are worn.

Shoes are required to be plain black with no other colour present. Plain black shoe laces should also be
worn.

On Wednesdays, students have the option of wearing their sport uniform to school with runner/jogger style
of shoes appropriate for participation in sporting activities. If students have a practical lesson (Science or
Technology) on Wednesdays they need to bring their regular school shoes for those lessons.
Acceptable examples of plain black leather shoes

✓ ✓

Unacceptable examples of shoes for normal school wear

x x
* *
X X

x X

* *
* This style of shoe is acceptable for wearing during sporting activities
The normal opening hours during school term are:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 8.00am – 10.00am, Thursdays: 2.00pm – 4.00pm

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GENERAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Please find below a list of general equipment requirements followed by Year group specific book and equipment
requirements.

All students are required to bring daily for every subject:

● At least 1 blue, black and red pen, a pencil and sharpener, a ruler, an eraser, a glue stick, a small pair of scissors,
coloured pencils and pencil case. Correction fluid is not permitted at school.
● Their personal laptops fully charged. Further details about the schools BYOD policy and recommended devices
can be found on the school website.
● Casio fx-82AU PLUS II scientific calculator. The approved calculator is available from the uniform shop, The
School Locker
● Fully enclosed leather school shoes are required for practical subjects (school requires them to be black).

YEAR 7 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

The book pack is a basic starter pack as we have endeavoured to keep the cost to a minimum. Books and equipment
can be purchased from the uniform shop, The School Locker. Throughout the year, additional books and pens may be
required.

A list of inclusions, or requirements, is shown below if you wish to purchase the books personally.

English 1 x 128 page exercise book

HSIE, PDHPE 3 Subject Notebook – 300 Page
Language 1 x 3GB USB
1 x Artline 200 (0.4mm) black pen
Science 1 x 240 page A4 lined book
1 x ruler
1 x gluestick
Mathematics 1 x protractor
1 x ruler
Casio fx82Au Plus II calculator
1 x 128 page grid book
Technology 1 x display folder A4 20 pocket
Apron – Blue ($10 each at Uniform Shop)
1 x 2GB (minimum) USB
Visual Arts 1 x Visual Arts diary (11” x 14”) 120 page
1 x 2B lead pencil
General 1x pack of coloured pencils
1 x pencil sharpener
2 x highlighters
1 x 21 gm glue stick
2 x blue pens
2 x black pens
2 x red pens
1 x clear plastic 30cm ruler

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YEAR 8 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
English 1 x 128 page (minimum) exercise book A4 size
HSIE, PDHPE 3 Subject Notebook – 300 Page
Mathematics 1 x ruler
Casio fx82Au Plus II calculator
1 x 128 page grid book
Science 1 x 240 page A4 lined book
1 x ruler
1 x gluestick
Music 1 x 96 page 12 Stave Music exercise book
1 x Guitar Pick
Technology 1 x display folder A4 20 pocket
1 x White Apron ($10 each at Uniform Shop)
Visual Arts 1 x Visual Arts diary (11” x 14”) 120 page
1 x 2B lead pencil
1 x 30cm ruler

YEAR 9 BOOK AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
English 1 x 128 page (minimum) exercise book A4 size
HSIE, PDHPE 3 Subject Notebook – 300 Page
Mathematics 1 x ruler
Casio fx82Au PLUS II calculator
1 x 128 page grid book
Science 1 x 240 page A4 lined book
1 x ruler
1 x gluestick
ELECTIVES
Child Studies 1 x 128 page exercise book
Commerce 1 x 128 page exercise book
Drama A5 Visual Arts Process Diary (VAPD
Food Technology 1 x 128 page exercise book,
1 x A4 display folder
1 x White apron ($10 available at Uniform Shop), glue and
scissors
Industrial Technology - Engineering 1 x 96 page exercise book
1 x Blue Apron ($10 available at Uniform Shop)

Industrial Technology - Timber 1 x 64 page exercise book

1 x A4 display folder
1 x Blue Apron ($10 available at Uniform Shop)
iSTEM 1 x 96 page exercise book
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 1 x Blue Apron ($10 available at Uniform Shop)

Music 1 x 96 page 12 Stave Music exercise book

1 x A4 display folder
1x HB lead pencil

1x 16USB

Photography 1 x Visual Arts diary supplied (once fees are paid)

1 x 8GB USB
Physical Activity & Sports Studies 1 x 128 page exercise book
(PASS)
Visual Arts 1 x Visual Arts diary supplied (once fees are paid)
1 x 2B lead pencil

SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 7

This information provides details on contributions to be paid for Year 7 students.

Student Name: Date:

Item Cost Amount being paid

Child 1 $100.00
General School Contribution (Voluntary) Child 2 $90.00
Child 3 $80.00
Wellbeing Incursions $17.00
Camp $465.00
Carnivals (Swimming and Athletics – entry and
$25.00
transport costs)
Gala Day $7.00
P&C Levy (Voluntary) $25.00
Technology $60.00
Visual Arts $35.00

TOTAL $

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SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 8
Student Name: Date:

Item Cost Amount being paid

General School Contribution (Voluntary) Child 1 $100.00
Child 2 $90.00
Child 3 $80.00
Wellbeing Incursion $10.00
Carnivals (Swimming and Athletics –
$25.00
entry and transport costs)
P&C Levy (Voluntary) $25.00
Music $10.00
Technology $60.00
Visual Arts $35.00

TOTAL $

SCHOOL CONTRIBUTIONS 2024 – YEAR 9

Student Name: Date:
Item Cost Amount being paid

General School Contribution (Voluntary) Child 1 $100.00

Child 2 $90.00
Child 3 $80.00
Wellbeing Incursion $10.00
Carnivals (Swimming and Athletics – entry
$25.00
and transport costs)
P&C Levy (Voluntary) $25.00
Food Technology $85.00
Drama $40.00
Dance $100.00
iSTEM $100.00
Photography & Digital Media $110.00
Ind Tech - Timber $75.00
Ind Tech – Engineering $70.00
Music $20.00
Visual Arts $80.00
TOTAL $

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ROUSE HILL HIGH SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE
This Rouse Hill High School Facebook page was established in 2016 as a forum for staff to communicate
with students and parents about activities and events throughout the school year. Please "Like" our page to
receive updates about events and information that relates to our school, and to recognise and acknowledge
the achievements of students at Rouse Hill High School.

Search for: “Rouse Hill High School” using the Facebook app, Facebook website or the following URL
www.facebook.com/rousehillhighschool

The official page has the cover photo as shown below

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