Term 1 has certainly been a whirlwind of activity at our School, with many memorable moments and significant achievements that have set a strong tone for the year ahead. In the final week of the term, we had the much-anticipated Middle School/Senior School House Singing Competition, which saw students showcase their vocal talents and team spirit.
Term 1 has certainly been a whirlwind of activity at our School, with many memorable moments and significant achievements that have set a strong tone for the year ahead.
In the final week of the term, we had the much-anticipated Middle School/Senior School House Singing Competition, which saw students showcase their vocal talents and team spirit. The competition was filled with energy, creativity, and enthusiasm, making it a fantastic way to bring our school community together. As you can see below, Djarrak were worthy winners, just edging out Pumarali.
A sporting highlight of the term was the Scotch College Football Tour from Melbourne, where our talented Clontarf Academy boys represented the school with pride and determination. It was an incredible experience for all involved, strengthening friendships and showcasing our commitment to inclusivity and excellence in sport.
Our International Women’s Day Breakfast was a truly inspiring morning. We celebrated the achievements of women in our community and heard from our outstanding guest speaker, Tisha Tejaya. It was a moment to reflect on the importance of gender equality and empower our students to make a positive difference in the world. Our student leaders from across the School spoke with passion and skill.
The academic side was equally busy, with NAPLAN testing taking place across the School. This important assessment provided valuable insights into our students’ progress and will help guide further development.
We also celebrated Harmony Day in Junior School, where we embraced and celebrated the rich diversity within our school community, reinforcing the importance of inclusivity.
We welcomed our new Student Leaders with a special induction ceremony. We look forward to seeing these students take on leadership roles and inspire their peers throughout the year.
Parent-teacher interviews provided an opportunity for parents and teachers to connect and discuss the progress of each student. It was heartening to see the strong partnership between home and school as we work together to support our students’ growth.
A first for the Senior School was our Year 12 Prefects' involvement in Toastmasters. For six intensive weeks, our leaders honed their public speaking skills before an extremely entertaining final show for staff and parents. The Prefects also had a great experience when they toured Haileybury Melbourne at the start of the year.
As we look ahead to Term 2, there is no slowing down! We have exciting events planned, including School Camps, the House Athletics Carnivals, and Scholarship Testing. We will also mark and celebrate National Reconciliation Week, continuing our commitment to fostering understanding and unity.
And of course, don’t miss out on our annual Quiz Night and Auction—it promises to be a night full of fun and friendly competition on Friday, 9 May. Can you beat Table 1? We challenge you to try!
It’s been an incredible start to the year, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of 2025 brings. Here's to another term of always doing your best, getting involved, being kind!
Andrew McGregor
Principal
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Term 1 concludes
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Friday, 4 April
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Good Friday
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Friday, 18 April
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Easter Monday
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Monday, 21 April
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Term 2 commences
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Wednesday, 23 April
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ANZAC Day Public Holiday
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Friday, 25 April
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Year 5 Camp (group 1)
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April 28 - 30
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Year 5 Camp (group 2)
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April 30 - 2 May
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Middle and Senior School Athletics Carnival
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Friday, 2 May
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May Day Public Holiday
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Monday, 5 May
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Quiz Night and Auction
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Friday, 9 May
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Help Shape Our New Reconciliation Action Plan.
I am pleased to inform you that Haileybury Rendall School will be preparing a new Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) during 2025.
Our RAP supports our school to build knowledge and pride in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures and contributions. You can read our 24/25 RAP here.
Through our RAP, we strengthen relationships, respect and opportunities in the classroom, around the school, and with the community.
Developing our RAP is a long-term commitment, one that requires ongoing consideration and collaborative effort. Within our community, there is unique knowledge and valuable experience that we would love to see reflected in the development and implementation of our RAP.
We are seeking your input and support so that our RAP creates meaningful change. This letter is a call to action for staff, parents, carers, students and community members to express their perspective on our approach to Reconciliation. We are particularly interested in the question:
To give your opinion, please send an email to Anthony Barker (Chair of the RAP Working Group) at anthony.barker@haileybury.com.au
This information will then be shared with the RAP Working Group. Members of the group are dedicated to driving Reconciliation within our school community, and lead the coordination and administration of RAP initiatives.
We’re building our RAP using Reconciliation Australia’s Narragunnawali program. Find out more about this excellent program: reconciliation.org.au/narragunnawali
Anthony Barker
Chair of the RAP Working Group
Over the past few weeks, we delved into the themes of ‘Harmony’ and ‘Wellness’, with a positive shift towards how to take better care of ourselves. We were thrilled to celebrate the diversity and inclusivity that make our community special! A huge thank you to Nea, Charlie, Hari, Lucy Lilly, Mia, and everyone who contributed to creating a fantastic Harmony Poster. Your efforts have beautifully captured the spirit of belonging and respect for all.
The School holidays are fast approaching, and we have exciting news. The Rocketeers Holiday Program 2025 is out now! This holiday season, we’re offering an exciting mix of excursions and incursions, packed with fun-filled adventure, creativity, and new experiences. Don’t miss out! We have two excursion outings, including Footy Frenzy with NT AFL on Tuesday, 8th April, and Disney's Snow White at Event Cinemas Palmerston on Wednesday, 16th April.
Our Thursday cooking days continue to grow in numbers and is a highly talked about activity amongst our group, with banana cake and mixed fruit juices/smoothies being our two most recent activities held in our kitchen.
Last week, we introduced some competitive fun into our wellness activities with our Handball Championships! Congratulations to Alexa, our Handball Champion! Well done to everyone who participated and showed great sportsmanship!
Camp Australia
Email: nthaileyburyrendall@oshccampaustralia.com.au
Term 1 has certainly been a whirlwind of activity at our School, with many memorable moments and significant achievements that have set a strong tone for the year ahead.
In the final week of the term, we had the much-anticipated Middle School/Senior School House Singing Competition, which saw students showcase their vocal talents and team spirit. The competition was filled with energy, creativity, and enthusiasm, making it a fantastic way to bring our school community together. As you can see below, Djarrak were worthy winners, just edging out Pumarali.
A sporting highlight of the term was the Scotch College Football Tour from Melbourne, where our talented Clontarf Academy boys represented the school with pride and determination. It was an incredible experience for all involved, strengthening friendships and showcasing our commitment to inclusivity and excellence in sport.
Our International Women’s Day Breakfast was a truly inspiring morning. We celebrated the achievements of women in our community and heard from our outstanding guest speaker, Tisha Tejaya. It was a moment to reflect on the importance of gender equality and empower our students to make a positive difference in the world. Our student leaders from across the School spoke with passion and skill.
The academic side was equally busy, with NAPLAN testing taking place across the School. This important assessment provided valuable insights into our students’ progress and will help guide further development.
We also celebrated Harmony Day in Junior School, where we embraced and celebrated the rich diversity within our school community, reinforcing the importance of inclusivity.
We welcomed our new Student Leaders with a special induction ceremony. We look forward to seeing these students take on leadership roles and inspire their peers throughout the year.
Parent-teacher interviews provided an opportunity for parents and teachers to connect and discuss the progress of each student. It was heartening to see the strong partnership between home and school as we work together to support our students’ growth.
A first for the Senior School was our Year 12 Prefects' involvement in Toastmasters. For six intensive weeks, our leaders honed their public speaking skills before an extremely entertaining final show for staff and parents. The Prefects also had a great experience when they toured Haileybury Melbourne at the start of the year.
As we look ahead to Term 2, there is no slowing down! We have exciting events planned, including School Camps, the House Athletics Carnivals, and Scholarship Testing. We will also mark and celebrate National Reconciliation Week, continuing our commitment to fostering understanding and unity.
And of course, don’t miss out on our annual Quiz Night and Auction—it promises to be a night full of fun and friendly competition on Friday, 9 May. Can you beat Table 1? We challenge you to try!
It’s been an incredible start to the year, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of 2025 brings. Here's to another term of always doing your best, getting involved, being kind!
Andrew McGregor
Principal
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Term 1 concludes
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Friday, 4 April
|
|
Good Friday
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Friday, 18 April
|
|
Easter Monday
|
Monday, 21 April
|
|
Term 2 commences
|
Wednesday, 23 April
|
|
ANZAC Day Public Holiday
|
Friday, 25 April
|
|
Year 5 Camp (group 1)
|
April 28 - 30
|
|
Year 5 Camp (group 2)
|
April 30 - 2 May
|
|
Middle and Senior School Athletics Carnival
|
Friday, 2 May
|
|
May Day Public Holiday
|
Monday, 5 May
|
|
Quiz Night and Auction
|
Friday, 9 May
|
Help Shape Our New Reconciliation Action Plan.
I am pleased to inform you that Haileybury Rendall School will be preparing a new Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) during 2025.
Our RAP supports our school to build knowledge and pride in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures and contributions. You can read our 24/25 RAP here.
Through our RAP, we strengthen relationships, respect and opportunities in the classroom, around the school, and with the community.
Developing our RAP is a long-term commitment, one that requires ongoing consideration and collaborative effort. Within our community, there is unique knowledge and valuable experience that we would love to see reflected in the development and implementation of our RAP.
We are seeking your input and support so that our RAP creates meaningful change. This letter is a call to action for staff, parents, carers, students and community members to express their perspective on our approach to Reconciliation. We are particularly interested in the question:
To give your opinion, please send an email to Anthony Barker (Chair of the RAP Working Group) at anthony.barker@haileybury.com.au
This information will then be shared with the RAP Working Group. Members of the group are dedicated to driving Reconciliation within our school community, and lead the coordination and administration of RAP initiatives.
We’re building our RAP using Reconciliation Australia’s Narragunnawali program. Find out more about this excellent program: reconciliation.org.au/narragunnawali
Anthony Barker
Chair of the RAP Working Group
Over the past few weeks, we delved into the themes of ‘Harmony’ and ‘Wellness’, with a positive shift towards how to take better care of ourselves. We were thrilled to celebrate the diversity and inclusivity that make our community special! A huge thank you to Nea, Charlie, Hari, Lucy Lilly, Mia, and everyone who contributed to creating a fantastic Harmony Poster. Your efforts have beautifully captured the spirit of belonging and respect for all.
The School holidays are fast approaching, and we have exciting news. The Rocketeers Holiday Program 2025 is out now! This holiday season, we’re offering an exciting mix of excursions and incursions, packed with fun-filled adventure, creativity, and new experiences. Don’t miss out! We have two excursion outings, including Footy Frenzy with NT AFL on Tuesday, 8th April, and Disney's Snow White at Event Cinemas Palmerston on Wednesday, 16th April.
Our Thursday cooking days continue to grow in numbers and is a highly talked about activity amongst our group, with banana cake and mixed fruit juices/smoothies being our two most recent activities held in our kitchen.
Last week, we introduced some competitive fun into our wellness activities with our Handball Championships! Congratulations to Alexa, our Handball Champion! Well done to everyone who participated and showed great sportsmanship!
Camp Australia
Email: nthaileyburyrendall@oshccampaustralia.com.au
In the spirit of reconciliation, Haileybury acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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