The Rossmoyne Quarterly - Term 1 2022

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Table of contents From the Principal 03 Staff Honour Board 15 Where are they now? 05 School Events & News 17 Support for our Students 10 Rossmoyne Remembers 32 House News 12 Class of 2021 Results 34

From the Principal What a term! The pandemic has finally caught up with our state and we have been dealing with the implications throughout the term. On a positive note, the vast majority of students have been able to maintain their attendance at school and we have been able to continue our academic programs with very few disruptions. That is not to say that we haven’t been challenged throughout the term, but in true Rossmoyne SHS spirit, we have assessed the problems and found innovative and creative ways to still provide the majority of activities for our students. This, of course, would not have been possible without the wonderful staff that we have at the school. It continues to amaze me how much work the entire staff are prepared to do to make sure that all students are provided with opportunities to broaden their learning and take on challenges that are not provided to many students outside of our environment. It goes without saying that all of this is only possible due to the support of our wonderful parents and carers in our school community. The true strength of this school lies in the fact that the school, the students and our families are all willing to work together to make sure that the opportunities provided to students not only teach the basic curriculum requirements but challenge students to go deeper in their learning. This term we launched the new business plan. This document has come about after much consultation and discussion with input from staff, students, the community and the school board, all playing a vital role in its development. Over the life of this plan you will see that there will be new opportunities for your children as we link their learning to real-world applications and we focus on the development of learner capabilities that will set students up for their journey beyond our wonderful school. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 03

From the Principal... In March we hosted our Parent Teacher Interview Day. We couldn't host it in person this year due to Covid restrictions but we could still use our phones. 6369 phone interviews were carried out through the day with a booking attendance of 99%. We are so fortunate to have such a supportive school community. While we have had a Covid interrupted term (that is a phrase that I am looking forward to not saying!) this edition of The Quarterly highlights how we have looked at things from a different perspective. I trust that you will enjoy this edition of the Rossmoyne SHS Quarterly. Best wishes to all in our community. Alan Brown Alan Brown Principal The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 04

EMBRACE OPPORTUNITY For RSHS Class of 2021 ATAR and VET results ROSSMOYNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL please visit page 34 Where are they now? We catch up with the Class of 2021, hear about their high school results and find out what they are up to now. Anu Ponnampalam, Class of 2021 General Exhibition, Certificate of Distinction Fifty awards known as General Exhibitions are awarded to eligible students who obtain the 50 highest Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) award scores. General Exhibitions are awarded to recognise outstanding academic achievement in Year 12 ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) courses with examinations set by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA). Certificates of Distinction are awarded to eligible candidates who are in the top 0.5 per cent of candidates in each ATAR course examination set by SCSA, based on the examination score, or the top two candidates (whichever is the greater) in a course where at least 100 candidates sit the ATAR course examination. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 05

Anu Ponnampalam Were your results what you expected them to be and what motivated you during your time at school to keep striving? Yes and no. With regards to my ATAR, it was expected because it was the same as my predicted ATAR, however the order of my subjects was quite surprising. Reminding yourself of your end goal and the bigger picture, whether that be the course or the university / institution you want to get into was what kept me motivated particularly in Year 12. Additionally, throughout high school the healthy competition with my peers encouraged me to keep striving and pushing myself. If you could give one piece of advice to our current Year 12’s, what would it be? The biggest thing that I overlooked when I was in Year 12 was being aware of my mental health. There is no doubt that Year 12 is challenging and at times you might feel a lack of motivation, on the cusp of burnout, stressed or tired. It’s important that you recognise when you’re feeling like this and reach out to your friends or family and spend time with them without thinking about studying, ATAR or school. For example, most Friday nights I would go out with my friends for a drive, get ice-cream or to watch movies and TV series. Another small piece of advice is to put effort into all of your courses because you never know how scaling and moderation may affect the order of your subjects and top four for ATAR students. What are you doing now and where do you see yourself in five years’ time? Currently, I am at UWA doing a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with an assured pathway to medicine. I am also involved in Ignite, and Teach Learn Grow which are volunteering organisations providing mentoring and support to students from rural, remote and disadvantaged areas. In five years’ time (2027!), I will be in my final year of my degree and hopefully I would have decided on my specialty for further training. Is there anyone you would like to thank for supporting you and if so, what type of support did they provide to you? I would like to thank my friends, family and teachers because I would be nowhere without them. My friends and family kept me going when I had lost my motivation and were there for me during all the highs and lows. A special mention to those few teachers who were really approachable and went above and beyond to support me during high school. Whether that be taking the extra time to edit my drafts or write recommendations, helping me with speaking practice or encouraging me even when I wasn’t their student anymore. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 06

Julian Lee, Class of 2021 Subject Exhibition: Physical Education Studies Subject Certificate of Excellence: Physical Education Studies, Certificate of Distinction A Subject Exhibition is awarded to an eligible student obtaining the highest examination mark for each Year 12 ATAR course with an examination set by SCSA, provided that at least 100 candidates sat the examination. A Certificate of Excellence is awarded to eligible candidates who are in the top 0.5 per cent of candidates in each ATAR course examination set by SCSA. A Certificate of Distinction recognise student achievement in WACE and are dependent on the degree of difficulty of the courses and programs undertaken, together with the student’s level of achievement. What does winning these awards mean to you? Winning these awards were firm proof to myself that if I put the effort in, I can achieve what I want. Many times throughout my whole life, I have struggled with low self-esteem, doubting myself and constantly overthinking. I had tried to overcome this fixed mindset for many years, but never succeeded. However, after letting go and putting all my effort into my training and studies in Year 11 and 12, I proved to myself that I can succeed. Winning these awards were a crucial life lesson for me, one that I will continue living by for the rest of my life. What are you doing now and where do you see yourself in five years’ time? Currently, I am a full-time student at Curtin University, studying electrical engineering and computer science double degree. Outside of my studies, I am a full-time athlete, training and playing badminton at every spare moment that I have. In five years, I see myself graduating from university, solving the many engineering problems that the world throws at me, and joining an ambitious, positive engineering team that I can continue growing and learning with. In terms of my badminton career, I see myself traveling the world representing Australia in international badminton tournaments across the globe, and making new friends from the many different countries that I will visit. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 07

Stephanie Mews, Class of 2021 VET Exhibition: Sport, Recreation and Public Safety VET Certificate of Excellence: Sport Recreation and Public Safety. A Vocational Education and Training (VET) Exhibition may be awarded to the eligible student who has demonstrated the most outstanding performance in an VET Certificate II or higher. The student who is ranked first in the selection process for a VET Certificate of Excellence may be awarded the VET exhibition in that industry area. A maximum of one exhibition is awarded in each VET industry area. A VET Certificate of Excellence may be awarded to eligible Year 12 students who complete a VET Certificate II or higher in one of the nine industry areas and meet the eligibility criteria. What does winning this award mean to you? Being the recipient of the SCSA VET exhibition award for Certificate III in Sport, Recreation and Public Safety has meant a lot to me in a way that anything can be achieved. Through-out school I always struggled with work and the academic side of things and always thought I was not capable of achieving great things but my teachers saw something else in me that I didn’t see. Finding out the results of these awards has provided me with a new perspective of myself. There is a pathway for all of us. You don’t have to be the smartest or do ATAR to achieve great things. How has the VET program helped you to gain real world experience? Selecting to do the VET pathway has been one of my best decisions though-out my schooling. Having that exposure to work placement not only helped me gain new skills and experiences but it made future decisions easier for me to what I wanted to do. After doing a semester in a physiotherapy practise, I soon realised that my “dream” job just wasn’t for me. Although it was fun and got to experience new skills, being stuck in a room doing the same thing over and over again just wasn’t my interest. It provided me with the opportunity to try what else I may like to do with my future. What are you doing now? I'm currently taking a gap year working up north in Broome at a very remote Resort. I’m getting the opportunity to work across all departments. With only being up here a few weeks so far I couldn’t of made a better decision coming out of school with not knowing what I really wanted to do first year out. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 08

Myka Richards-Matters, Class of 2021 09 2021 Rob Riley Memorial Prize Myka Richards-Matters was recently named the Vocational Education and Training (VET) recipient of the 2021 Rob Riley Memorial Prize for her top performance in Year 12 in 2021. The Rob Riley Memorial Prize is a prestigious award named in honour of the late Aboriginal human rights advocate and recognises the top- performing Year 12 Aboriginal students in public schools. During her time at Rossmoyne, Myka achieved three qualifications in sport and recreation, education support and community services. She also logged an impressive 391 hours of workplace learning during her Year 11 and 12 studies. Myka aspires to be a police officer and was recently accepted into the Aboriginal Police Cadetship program. She said she was surprised and honoured to have won the prize. “It’s such a huge achievement and so exciting,” she said. “I would attribute my success to friends and family around me, they have instilled great values and traits like being hard working and never giving up, which have guided me through school and life.” Myka received $5,000 to further her education and training. We recently caught up with Myka to find out what winning this award meant to her. What does winning this award mean to you? This award makes me feel immensely proud, it’s a reminder to keep trying your best. It makes me feel happy to know that even though I struggled at times in high school, it was all worth it. Life can be thankless sometimes, but this sort of recognition is a reminder to keep pushing, and not to be scared of getting out of my comfort zone. What are you doing now and where do you see yourself in five years’ time? Currently I am in the Aboriginal Cadet program for the WA police force. I have finished my three weeks of training and will be working at a police station very soon. In five years I am hoping to be a sworn police officer, I hope to work in the regions, perhaps in Broome or the South West as working in a smaller town would be a great experience and give me the chance to get to know the community. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Support for our Students 2022 saw the introduction of a new support structure for our students. Our Student Central team was restructured to provide increased pastoral care and support for our students. Each team includes an Associate Principal, Program Co-ordinator, Year Leader and a Support Officer. Year 7- The first two years of schooling at Rossmoyne are aimed at the Year 8 growth and development of our new students, settling and inspiring them in to high school life so they feel a sense of connection to the school and their learning environment. They are provided with the opportunity to understand and develop particular skills and interests with the guidance of their teachers. They are also encouraged to embrace opportunities, meet new friends and challenge themselves not only in the classroom but in all aspects of high school life. The Year 7 and 8 team guides the students during the Orientation phase, the commencement of high school and provides them with the opportunities to learn more about themselves, try new subjects and guide them on their teenager journey. Year 9- In the next two years of schooling at Rossmoyne, our school Year 10 provides students with a rich learning opportunity to prepare them with their subject selections and pathways choices. It’s about providing students opportunities that empower them to understand their world and shape their future. Whilst a broad range of core subjects is maintained, it is during these years that students identify key areas of interest. This year the team is excited to be launching a new Careers Exploration program, ‘The Journey Begins…’ for our Year 9 students which will guide the students in their pathway choices. The much anticipated Careers Expo Day and subject selections will also continue this year for our Year 10 students. Year 11- This is the final phase of schooling at Rossmoyne where Year 12 students continue to shape their future and gain a better understanding of their future world. Students work with a greater sense of autonomy and independence to pursue their individual goals. The learning environment allows students increased levels of responsibility and connection to the real-world. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 10

Student Support Team Update Term 2, 2022 Reuben Cranny, House Leader for Barra, will be leaving Rossmoyne at the end of the term and taking up the Director of Primary School Clontarf Academy Program in Karratha. We wish Reuben well with this new position. This will mean that Rebecca Johansen will take over the leadership of Barra House for the remainder of the year. House Leaders for Term 2 are; Barra – Rebecca Johansen, MacNeill – Brett Riley, Ross – Corey Rota and Stewart – Carla Miragliotta. During Term 2 we will also be farewelling Charmaine Ford as she takes on the challenge of the Principal position at Newman SHS. We wish Charmaine well with this well-deserved opportunity and look forward to welcoming her back later in the year. This will mean some changes to the student support structures. The Year 7 and 8 team will not change for Term 2. Associate Principal Peter Klifunis, Program Co-ordinator Michelle Reeves, Year 7 Leader Carly Bache and Year 8 Leader Az Md Diyah. The Year 9 and 10 team will have a new Associate Principal as Lisa Smith. Lisa Somers will move from the Head of Learning Area, Health and Physical Education to fill the Program Co-ordinator role for the Year 9 and Year 10 team. The Year 9 and 10 team for Term 2 is as follows; Associate Principal Lisa Smith, Program Co-ordinator Lisa Somers, Year 9 Leader Tasha van der Spil and Year 10 Leader Amanda Anderson and Rick Withers. Stephen Pountney will move from the Year 9 and 10 team Associate Principal position to the Associate Principal of Year 11 and 12. The Year 11 and 12 team for Term 2 is as follows; Associate Principal Stephen Pountney, Program Co-ordinator Jodie Matthews, Year 11 Leader Jamie Serra and Year 12 Leader Ann Patrick. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 11

House News 12 House Leaders Our House Leaders focus on the House spirit in our school and lead the promotion of the School’s iCARE values through the House system. They work closely with Homeroom teachers and our House Captains to implement our Homeroom program which ranges from community service to whole school events. During Term 1 our Homeroom theme was ‘Service’. Many Homerooms engaged in acts of kindness both within the school and the local community. We received some lovely feedback from our neighbours over at the Retirement Village in Rossmoyne after they received a special delivery from one of our Ross Homerooms. “Yesterday we received a lovely care package consisting of a handmade card with the picture of the children on the front, this was filled with well wishes, also tea, biscuits and chocolate cake from this class. Please send our thanks to them from the bottom of our hearts as knowing others are thinking about our precious residents and hardworking dedicated staff is greatly appreciated\" What a thoughtful gesture by one of our Ross Homerooms! The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Do you know your House Move? Spotted on the front lawn recently was our House Leaders and House Captains displaying their very own House move? Make sure you know your move for the next House event. Stewart wins House 13 Trophy for 2021 Congratulations to Stewart for winning the House trophy for 2021! With a grand total of 24,418 points. In second place was MacNeill with 22,949, Ross 22,480 in third place and Barra forth with 22,446. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

How to earn House Points Students can receive points towards their House in so many ways including upholding the school iCARE values, participation in House events, helping others out, excellent attendance, good behaviour and representing the school at events. Students can also apply for points for representing the State or country – in anything! The form is available through SEQTA or via their House Leaders. We know our students are out there in the community achieving wonderful things, let us know and you may help your House win the trophy for 2022! Our iCARE VALUES The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 14

HONOUR THE CULTURE ROSSMOYNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Staff Honour Board As part of our staff recognition program we recently celebrated six staff who have worked at Rossmoyne for more than 30 years. These staff included Rob Vinden (39 years), Janet Hocking (38 years) Steve Holyoake (35 years), Carolyn Little (34 years), Lisa Robinson (31 years) and Mark Southon (30 years). Also acknowledged were an additional 85 staff that have been at the school for at least 10 years who all act as custodians of our school culture. Importantly for our system, it also means that Rossmoyne staff are able to mentor and develop both pre- service and graduate teachers and this strengthens our entire school system. Having so many long term staff at Rossmoyne provides a large degree of stability for our students. We had a chat to some of our 30+ years staff to find out what working at Rossmoyne means to them... Carolyn Little I am fortunate to work with a great team, who are inspirational, progressive and supportive. I’ve also had the opportunity to work in a variety of different roles, teaching in different subject areas and working in admin during my time at Rossmoyne. At the end of each lesson the students’ smile and say “thank you Miss”. The students are keen to learn, polite and respectful which means I can focus on teaching. Mark Southon I've remained at Rossmoyne for 30 years, and all three of my children went through here, because I don't think there's a better school. Rossmoyne has always had a very positive culture where students want to learn and achieve their best, and I've always been happy with the staff and leadership. When you're at the pinnacle, there's nowhere to go but down. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 15

Staff Honour Board Rob Vinden Rossmoyne has fantastic students and staff. There has never been nor is there a desire to leave, even after thirty-nine years. The vast majority of our students are not only conscientious but also polite and respectful. It never ceases to give me joy when students thank you for the lesson as they leave the class. There is something special about Rossmoyne. The students, the staff and the very vibe of the place. I doubt I would find the same feel in any other school. Steve Holyoake The reason that I have worked at Rossmoyne for such a long time is because it’s a place where students want to learn and as a teacher you have the opportunity to develop your teaching craft. Rossmoyne is also a place where you are supported to reinvent yourself as a teacher so the role you take on always has some variation. Lisa Robinson I enjoy working at Rossmoyne for many reasons. Students are happy, helpful, wanting to learn, receptive to new ideas and ways of learning. Our community is supportive: working together to support the wellbeing of the whole student, and the wellbeing of staff to do this. The school is very receptive to new ideas and I enjoy the social aspect of the school mixing with teachers and staff across many learning areas and departments. Doing maths for maths sake' - Tedx UWA David Tan, Head of Learning Area Mathematics at Rossmoyne was recently invited to present a Tedx at the University of Western Australia. His well-received talk, titled ‘Doing maths for maths sake’ recognised cycles societies have created to regulate and measure times, like the formation of our seasons and our calendars. Without patterns, learning to communicate would also have been difficult. David has always had an insatiable appetite for knowledge and problem-solving. He believes that knowledge is the key to self-empowerment, which is what lead him to the teaching profession. Watch David’s talk on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8lN6EPPNY8 The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 16

SHAPE THE FUTURE ROSSMOYNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL School News & 17 Events There has still be lots happening in the school this term despite COVID restrictions! The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Year 12 Ball Months of planning and anticipation had all lead up to this day. As the end of Period 3 approached students lingered at classroom doors, spilling and rushing out of the gates as soon as the bell rang. 6 hours later, began the mad rush to get as many photos taken as humanly possible. Though there were other schools at Kings Park too, us Rossmoyne kids dominated the scenic locations, all buzzing to get photos with each other looking our best. Party buses and limos rolled in one by one at the Hyatt, dropping off troops of boys in dapper suits and girls in stunning dresses of all cuts and colours. There was a collective sense of amazement as we trickled into the hall, entering through an arch of lantern lit trees and to a beautiful room glowing with cherry blossom centrepieces. Though we’d heard very mixed reviews on ball food from previous years, the Hyatt delivered some Tandoori chicken and garlic potatoes to die for. A standout award was definitely the “Best Mask”, a part of our ball we know sets it apart from any other year. Dancing all night long was an equal parts exhilarating and exhausting experience. It was a mixture of slow dances with friends to our favourite love songs and chaotic jumping to club beats, with everyone getting trod on at least once per song and losing their voices singing to Olivia Rodrigo. The annual highlight that never to failed to entertain, the teacher’s dance, was the cherry on top to a night to remember. Despite how sore everyone’s feet were, how messed up their hair was and how hoarse they were from singing, everyone left with phones full of photos and heads full of memories of a night they won’t soon forget. By Elise Powell, Year 12 Student. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 18

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Swimming Carnivals We were fortunate to host our Year 7 swimming carnival in the first week of Term in our recently refurbished school pool. The Year 7s had a fun day poolside with activities both in the pool and wet activities on the oval. Parents were even able to join us cheering the students on. Restrictions for parents and guardians being allowed on the school site changed almost the very next day! Our Year 8 – 12 Carnival was held not long after but this time unfortunately we were unable to have spectators. House spirit was strong with MACNEILL announced as overall winners of the Year 7 Carnival and ROSS taking home the shield at the Year 8 -12 Carnival. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 21

Swimming Carnivals Congratulations to all our swimmers and a special shout out to the following Champions; Yr 7 Girls: Champion – Sophia M, Runner Up - Scarlett Y Yr 8 Boys: Champion – Ali A, Runner Up – Frederick J Yr 8 Girls: Champion - Amy J & Gabriella Y, Runner Up - Regan H Yr 8 Boys: Champion - Harry W, Runner Up - Emmanuel I Yr 9 Girls: Champion - Megan T, Runner Up - Jovanna T Yr 9 Boys: Champion - Callum M, Runner Up - Ben D Yr 10 Girls: Champion - Abigail S, Runner Up - Evangeline L Yr 10 Boys: Champion - Finn L, Runner Up - Daniel K Yr 11 Girls: Champion - Tessa H, Runner Up - Alysia O Yr 11 Boys: Champion - Matthew L, Runner Up - Jayden D Yr 12 Girls: Champion - Siobhan K, Runner Up - Phoebe L Yr 12 Boys: Champion - Ty L, Runner Up - Jack D We also had a number of records smashed by the following students: Amy J - 5 records, Ty L & Matthew L - 3 records and Jack D, Callum M, Ben D, Gabriella Y - 1 record! An amazing effort by these Rossmoyne champions. Rossmoyne competed in the A Grade Interschool Carnival on Friday 18th March. It was a great day with lots of tough competition from other schools and we achieved an excellent result of 5th place. There was plenty of action and excitement throughout the day and well done to all students who gave their all. A special mention to Amy J (Year 8 Champion Girl), Matthew L (Year 11 Champion Boy), Ty L (Year 12 Runner up) and Ali A (Year 7 Runner up). The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 22

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Volleyball News Well done to all the Year 7 students who participated in the volleyball trials during March. With over 130 students trialling for only 50 positions selections were very difficult this year. Congratulations to all those who were involved, including all the twenty Year 9 students who volunteered their time to coach the Year 7 students. It is great to see the connection and positive role modelling of the older students teaching the next generation on what it means to a Rossmoyne volleyballer. The Quarterlyl | Term 1, 2022 25

ANZAC Day Service 26 In response to current Covid restrictions and not being able to host a whole school ANZAC Day Service like other years our HASS Department delivered our service in a new way. A video was produced which included thoughts on what ANZAC Day means to students, an address by the Applecross RSL President Jim Cash, a performance by our Senior Chorale and the filming of several students attending the Cannington War Memorial to pay their respects. The video was streamed to all Homerooms on the last day of school term and provided students and staff the opportunity to recognise and reflect. Thanks to all the students who participated in the filming, voiceovers and also Mr Jim Cash, President from the Applecross RSL. Watch the Rossmoyne SHS ANZAC Day video on the following link; https://youtu.be/KBm9_f5oIhg Lest We Forget. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Harmony Week At Rossmoyne we celebrate the diversity and cultural richness of our school. Did you know that our student cohort represents 69 different countries? We are proud to have such a strong culture of inclusiveness, respect and belonging – we celebrate our differences at Rossmoyne! For Harmony Week we came together and celebrate this year's theme ‘everyone belongs’. Thank you to all the students who came to school in their tradition dress. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 27

Arts Leaders Say hello to our 2022 Rossmoyne Senior High School Arts Leaders; Chloe, Joshan, Bee, Michaela, Keira & Jesryl. Our Arts Leaders will be promoting Arts culture at Rossmoyne, working hard behind the scenes to make magic happen during our performances and exhibitions, and celebrating student Arts achievements throughout the year. 28 The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Online Mathematics 29 Tutoring In response to Covid restrictions, the Mathematics Department peer tutoring that occurs every Wednesday afterschool moved into a virtual space this term via WebEx. Several students from Year 10 and 11 consistently made themselves available during this time to tutor any students that logged on. Although this provided students with an opportunity to continue with their online tutoring the Mathematics Department look forward to resuming the face-to-face sessions once restrictions ease. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Graeme Woods Shield 30 Over the past month Rossmoyne has competed in the Graeme Wood Shield cricket competition run by the WACA. The team started the season full of nerves, losing their first game however, things changed with the team taking a few wins and making it through to the Quarter finals. Our school has not had a cricket team for many years so it is fantastic to see a Rossmoyne team back on the pitch. Check out this photo from the RSHS 1973 Cricket Team… the gloves and bag are still in our PE Storeroom! The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022

Student Spotlight Amazing achievements by... Celine C, Year 11 was recently announced as the 2022 Women’s State Amateur Golf champion. Evelyn J, Year 10 competed in WA State Athletic Championship and won a Gold medal in the Triple jump, Silver in 100m, 200m, and long jump with a Personal Best. Also she came fourth place in Open women long jump. Xavier M, Year 12 competed at the WA State Athletics Championship where he won gold for Long Jump. He also received a bronze in the triple jump and discus. The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 31

Rossmoyne Remembers With a big Term of swimming lessons and carnivals in the pool the school also celebrated the pool refurbishments being completed by the start of the new school year. Over the past year there has been significant investment in the retiling of the entire pool. The pool area has also had several upgrades in the last few years including structural repairs, new hard paving around the pool areas including teared seating, curved roof structures, shade sails and new fencing. We are so lucky to have a pool at school especially on those hot summer day during PE classes. Did you know… the school pool was officially opened in 1978 after a massive fundraising effort by the P&C. In February of that year, the Rossmoyne P&C believed that the school was disadvantaged at swimming carnivals by not having a pool of its own. After several meetings it was decided that the P&C would raise over $40,000 and have the pool open and ready to use by December 1978, a goal they achieved. There were many fundraising events; a community fair which raised over $9,000 and a car was raffled for over $7,600. Allan Jones, Principal at the time was one of the key people who sold tickets for the car raffle on the corner of Hay Street and William Street. Our next wish list for the pool is heating! The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 32

Rossmoyne Remembers... Alumni Flashback Our relief teacher, Mrs Le Ng recently shared with us that her daughters Ai-Le and May-Le attended Rossmoyne in the 90s and early 2000s. We reached out to them to see what they remember about their time at Rossmoyne and swimming in the school pool. May-Le said “The first time I swam in the pool was for a school carnival. I remember the water being very cold that sunny day and that I did a massive Personal Best time for 100m Freestyle and very good times for the other events I swam in that day. Having competed in many pools around the State, I was convinced that the school pool was much shorter than 25m! I remember heading off to the Interschool Swimming Carnival and listening to Hootie and the Blowfish on my Walkman in the stands at Beattie Park Pool.\" Everyone loved their school rugby jumper that you could only wear in upper school. Here sisters Ai-Le and May-Le can be seeing wearing their school jumpers at a family holiday in Coral Bay... still wearing them many years later in 2007! The Quarterly | Term 1, 2022 33

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