Science Olympiad Competitions This year, for the first time, two of our senior students participated in Science Olympiad competitions. These competitions are set at a very high level, suitable for only the most capable students. David entered the Chemistry Olympiad while Stephen entered Biology. Congratulations to both students for their outstanding effort. Well done …
Year 7 Excursion to Featherdale Wildlife Park
In order to study classification and adaptations, Year 7 went on an excursion to Featherdale Wildlife Park. They enjoyed seeing a large variety of Australian animals as well as some from other parts of the world. The lesson with the Education Officer was informative and engaging, with students being given detailed information about Shingle-back Lizards, …
WeSSSTA Geography Challenge
It is the time of year where over 30 schools from across NSW participated in a trivia style competition testing their general Geographic knowledge and skills. It was a full house with many of the schools travelling from far and wide to attend. All students were on task, excited and represented their schools with distinction. RPCS …
Nude Food Competition
Students in Stage 2 have been learning about Sustainability and how to reduce waste in Geography this year. Stage 2 learned about ‘carbon footprint’ which means that how we manage waste affects the home, school, community and world environment. For example, throwing food waste in normal bins instead of the compost bin adds to landfill …
Year 12 English Extension 2 – Major Works
Have you ever considered Extention 2 English for one of your HSC subjects? Jeremy, Keely and Gabby are three of our talented year 12 writers who recently submitted their HSC English major works. Believe it or not they are also sitting their final exams. These 3 students worked on short stories and performance poetry for their …
CPA Australia 2017 PYOE Competition NSW State Finals
On Wednesday 27th September three Year 11 students – Andrew, Stephen and Wendy – attended the NSW State Finals of the CPA Australia Plan your own enterprise competition (PYOE). These students’ business plan submission was one of approximately 100 from throughout NSW, of which 5 made it to the finals. Along with the students in …
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Showcasing our HSC student talent
What is Showcase, but a time to appreciate, to wonder, and to stand with mouths gaping in awe, appreciating the culmination of nine months of hard work. Showcase 2017 was a night to discover the creative talents and unique vision of HSC Design and Technology, Music, and Visual Arts students. This night celebrated the outstanding …
“Escape to Everywhere” Book Week Lunch
On Friday 15 September, staff and students alike eagerly gathered in the Library for a very special lunch. This year the Book Week Luncheon enjoyed a new theme “Escape to Everywhere”. Mrs Budiawan had masterminded a creative adventure – secondary students were encouraged to read books from different themes to earn tickets to different lands which …
