Lion's Roar Newsletter
Term 1| Week 10 | 2023

From the Principal

MRS NICOLA TAYLOR

PRINCIPAL

With the inaugural Year 10 Explore Serve Journey (ESJ) experience recently ended and all but the youngest and oldest of our students having been away at camp, it is helpful to reflect on the value of these experiences to the students, their learning and the overall culture and feel of PLC Armidale.

Our ESJ program weaves together the existing PLC Armidale strands of Outdoor Education Camps, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Service Learning and Pastoral Care from across our Pre-K to Year 12 all-girl campus, creating a series of planned, sequential, 'rites of passage' experiences to support our students as they transition from little girls to young women.

As part of their Senior School Stage 5 curriculum, our Year 10 students have just returned from a two-week ESJ experience exploring and journeying from Armidale to Sydney, Sydney to Canberra, Canberra to Jindabyne and return..

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At the Stage Five parent information held midway through Term One, Ms Amanda Burney outlined for parents the benefit of the 'away'.

Separating out from the usual routine, the day-to-day and familiar - the 'burden of normality' to allow for transition to new experiences, new approaches and new learnings. Amanda used the phrase 'the liminal space' to describe being b'twixt and b'tween - the place between one thing and the next.

The liminal space accompanies life transitions or milestones, the transition between being a child and becoming an adult is a significant liminal space that few find very easy to navigate through. The value of new or non-routine experiences is to use these as teaching and learning experiences, adding tools to the kit to make this life transition less complex.

The US business magazine Forbes published an article late last year that identified the uncertainty and disruption of change, which for 'control freaks' can be quite destabilising - however, transformative experiences can be valuable in providing opportunities for "creativity, strength and the opportunity to move forward...to grow and strengthen a mindset that anything (almost!) is possible...with Grit & Grace.

It was a privilege to accompany Chaplain/Head of Boarding Ms Jennifer Leahy, and ESJ Program leader, Ms Amanda Burney on this inaugural Year 10 trip. One of the benefits was to observe first-hand the impact of change and challenge on individuals and groups attending. The learning which took place was primarily personal development, extending beyond academic learning, into the realm of adaptability to life events and problem-solving.

Through a sequence of planned, sequential questions and daily journalling, students were invited to consider different perspectives, reflect on things they may otherwise have taken for granted and consider what shapes and influences their worldview. Habits of mind were challenged, the journey, not just the accomplishment or outcome, the focus. As educators, we want to help our students understand, identify, and form these vital habits of mind, expand their learning potential and grow their character.

A highlight was the privilege of seeing students in action across a range of domains not usually seen in the day school context. Students emerged and were recognised by their peers for their patience, kindness, service, organisation, culinary skills, creative abilities, physical strength, dexterity, affable nature and much more.

The graphic journalling efforts of one student (pictured below) captured many of the elements of the trip which were also reflected in the daily Explore Serve Journey social media posts.

I trust that in time, you also will see the growth and transformation in the lives of the girls as they take part in this program.

"Transformation is a process, and as life happens, there are tons of ups and downs. It's a journey of discovery," Rick Warren

Enjoy a blessed and relaxing Easter Break.

Congratulations to:

Our Year 8 students, who undertook social service activities last Friday. The girls made and delivered 103 Easter cards, bringing joy to residents at Ken Thompson Lodge and Autumn Lodge.

Everyone who took part in the recent Armidale Autumn Festival following a week when everyone from Year 3 to Year 11 was on camp. Our College was well presented and looked impressive in the parade. We appreciate the effort of our students, parents and staff and hope to see the same level of commitment at the Anzac Parade later this month.

Wilkie! Our winning PLCA Guild at the 2023 PLC Armidale Whole School Cross Country - details of age champions and photos from the day will be in our next issue of the Lion's Roar.

Senior School News

MR MITCHELL CLENDINNING

HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL

Senior School News 2023 - Lion’s Roar, Term 1, Week 10

What an extraordinary Term 1 it has been in the Senior School at PLC Armidale. We have been very proud of the way our students have engaged with the academic, pastoral and co-curricular programs at the College. I would like to thank our parents for your continued support of your daughters in their endeavours at the College.

Camps

Thank you to the staff that made the camps such memorable experiences this year. Your dedication and care of the students has been exceptional.

Save the Date:

Our Boarding Students Parent-Teacher Conferences (via Zoom) will be held on Wednesday 3 May (Week 2) from 4pm-7pm. Details and booking information will be made available in Week 1 next term.

Year 8-11 Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday 10 May (Week 3) from 4pm to 7pm.

Parents are also encouraged to contact the College at and point if they have concerns about their daughter’s academic progress.

Highlights in the Senior School (Weeks 9 and 10)

Year 7/8 Camp to Dubbo
Year 9 Camp to Lake Keepit
Year 10 Explore, Serve, Journey
Year 11 Camp to Coffs Harbour
Year 12 Mid-Course Practice Examinations
Year 7 Respectful Relationships Workshop
Year 8 Serving the Community Day
Autumn Festival
Extended Morning Tea in Junior School (Cultural Dress Parade)
Year 7 & Year 12 Parent Teacher Interviews
Wellbeing Wednesday
Cross Country
Cattle Team to Royal Easter Show

Camps

Thank you to the staff that made the camps such memorable experiences this year. Your dedication and care of the students has been exceptional.

Save the Date:

Our Boarding Students Parent-Teacher Conferences (via Zoom) will be held on Wednesday 3 May (Week 2) from 4pm-7pm. Details and booking information will be made available in Week 1 next term.

Year 8-11 Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday 10 May (Week 3) from 4pm to 7pm.

Parents are also encouraged to contact the College at and point if they have concerns about their daughter’s academic progress.

Highlights in the Senior School (Weeks 9 and 10)

Year 7/8 Camp to Dubbo
Year 9 Camp to Lake Keepit
Year 10 Explore, Serve, Journey
Year 11 Camp to Coffs Harbour
Year 12 Mid-Course Practice Examinations
Year 7 Respectful Relationships Workshop
Year 8 Serving the Community Day
Autumn Festival
Extended Morning Tea in Junior School (Cultural Dress Parade)
Year 7 & Year 12 Parent Teacher Interviews
Wellbeing Wednesday
Cross Country
Cattle Team to Royal Easter Show

Year 12 Extension 1 English - The Trial of Frankenstein's Creature

As a way of unpacking the motivations and 'crimes' of Frankenstein's creature, Year 12 English students held a trial at The Hague (a.k.a. Astra Arts Centre). The Creature was put on trial for four counts of murder and crimes against humanity. Despite a very strong defence and the passionate pleas of innocence, the Creature was found guilty on all counts by the jury. However, the Creature escaped into the forest.

Dr Frankenstein also took the witness stand, where it was revealed that his illegal scientific experiments made him guilty of manslaughter. Much of the trial was bogged down in arguments on whether the creature could be held legally responsible as his identity as a 'human' was challenged.

Judge Clendinning reported that he had never presided over such a distressing case.

Humanities News

The Humanities Department is made up a variety of rich, fascinating courses that enable students to explore and engage with the world around them. Subjects studied under the Humanities banner include English, History, Geography, Languages (French and German), Business Studies, Economics, Legal Studies and Society & Culture. We asked teachers in this dynamic department to give us a snapshot of the work completed in Humanities classrooms this term.

Year 7 English have had a productive start to the year. We started with some activities to get to know our new Year 7 cohort, and then did a deep dive into the world of autobiography and personal writing. This culminated in each Year 7 student writing and compiling their own fantastic mini-autobiographies, which will be on display in the Senior School Library very soon!

Students are now immersed in the novel 'Trash' by Andy Mulligan, as part of our 'Sustainability' unit. It is wonderful to have such an interested and engaged group in our Year 7 English classrooms. – Mrs Clynch

Students in the stage 5 English elective course, Critical and Creative Composers, have spent the term studying a variety of creation stories and Greek myths, and learning about the way they have been appropriated in the modern context. Students have explored the story of Icarus, reimagined in poetic form, made connections between Theseus and Katniss in The Hunger Games film, and gained understanding of why Mary Shelley subtitled her novel Frankenstein the ‘New Prometheus’. Students then turned their hand to composing, creating a modern appropriation of either King Midas or Pandora. – Ms Flanagan

Our Senior Business Studies students have been learning about the role of business in Australian society as well as about different types of businesses. They have started investigating external influences in the business environment. They are examining contemporary Australian enterprises and current affairs to determine how the outside world affects decision-making in a business. In the coming weeks, they will be investigating the internationalisation of an Australian business, as well as learning about the business life cycle through various case studies. – Mrs Westermarck

This term, our Year 11 English Standard class has been studying the 'Reading to Write' course. As part of the course, we read a variety of different texts, exploring the different ways authors choose to compose their pieces and to what purposes. One of the texts we have been focusing on this term is 'Looking for Alibrandi' by Melina Marchetta - A story about a girl (Josie Alibrandi) who grapples with challenges to her identity due to her preconceived beliefs, heritage, family and relationships with friends; and how she deals with these experiences in her final HSC year in an Australian school. We are excited to learn more about Josie and her story, and how our identities can be explored and expressed through writing. – Miss Welch

In French, two native speakers from the community come into the school to offer weekly conversation classes to the girls in Year 12 French Continuers and Year 12 French Beginners to prepare them for the speaking component of their HSC exam. This will have a great impact on their fluency and ability to speak French with confidence. – Madame Perez Garcia

Year 9 Camp to Lake Keepit

Last week Year Nine went to the Lake Keepit Sport and Recreation Centre for four absolutely amazing days of challenges, friendship building and getting in touch with nature.

The activities included an awesome water slide (slip and slide), mud run, raft building, mountain biking, archery and many activities on the lake including sailing, kayaking and rowing.

The girls came together as a year group, new friendships were formed and existing friendships strengthened. The team of instructors at Lake Keepit were extremely impressed with how the girls engaged with the staff, each other and the younger children in the night games.

Well done, Year Nine!

You can view a video overview of the camp here https://youtu.be/5bN6Qm3GTrg

Year 7-8 Camp to Dubbo

In camp week year 7 and 8 made the exciting and adventurous journey west! Any travel boredom was ushered away by the enthusiastic antics of Chad and his bus aerobics. We voyaged to Wellington Caves to see megafauna bones and life sized models! Stalagmites, stalactites and Cave Bacon were favourites and the tour guides expertise and enthusiasm were appreciated. We then arrived at Dubbo Zoo to settle into Billabong camp before our night tour of our native animals. Morning brought fun and adventure at the Old Dubbo Gaol and the Western Plains Cultural Centre before we settled back at the Zoo for adaptations workshops and more exploration of the Zoo exhibits. That evening we enjoyed a game of trivia and stargazing. Early the next morning we were treated to a morning Zoo tour and watched the tigers enjoy their chicken breakfast. We then explored the Royal Flying Doctor Service visitor centre before making our way to the Siding Springs Observatory to explore the universe. Students throughly enjoyed all the learning opportunities and were commended along the way for their engagement and enthusiasm. Well done year 7 and 8!

Year 11 Camp in Coffs Harbour

Our Year 11 students visited the Coffs Harbour region last week.

The purpose of the excursion was to learn about how to read ocean patterns and how to interact with the surf safely and explore physical education through engaging in unfamiliar physical activities

The group also explored habits of the mind that minimise procrastination and assist in achieving goals.

Another benefit of the event was to help students develop and implement budgets, build a repertoire of study and organisational skills to help achieve HSC success and consider the skills and attributes required to succeed as future College leaders and in preparing to undertake the HSC.

Junior School News

What's been happening in Junior School..

3-6 Coffs Harbour Camp 2023

Years 3-6 were a buzz with anticipation and excitement about their 2023 three day camp in Coffs Harbour. The rain threatened to spoil the trip as it poured down on Wednesday morning, however, our spirits weren’t dampened as we boarded the bus and waved goodbye to our parents. For many young faces this was their first ever camp.

Once we arrived in Coffs Harbour, we headed straight down to the Dolphin Magic Marine Centre where we learnt about different marine animals, adapations and threats to their habitats and well-being. We were delighted to have the dolphins swim under our hands so that we could pat their tummies. The dolphins were amazing and didn’t mind having a play and showing off for us. Did you know that Dolphin Magic care for sick and injured animals? During our visit we saw several different turtles who needed to be cared for and we were even able to feed some who were nearly recovered.

The majority of our stay was at the Coffs Coast Adventure Centre where we really got to challenge ourselves with true ‘grit and grace’. Our theme for the camp was ‘Teamwork and Respectful Relationships’. This was clearly on display and our teachers said they were so proud and impressed with the way we embraced the opportunity to develop our teamwork and communication skills. Years 5 and 6 in particular stepped up to lead their groups through activities like the Commando Course, Survivor, Fencing and Minute to Win It. The biggest highlight for many was tumbling down the hill in the giant inflatable Z-Ball.

Friday morning came around so quickly but our trip wasn’t done. Once we had cleaned, packed, vacuumed and mopped our dorms it was time to head for one last adventure to the National Marine Science Centre. We shared a quick morning tea and a visit to the beach before heading in for an absolutely fascinating presentation about marine science. We got to see and touch some very curious creatures and then explore the centre. It was an absolutely amazing experience and we left feeling inspired to explore marine science in the future and with a new appreciation for the beauty and diversity of nature here in Australia. - Mrs Claire Robertson

Music News

T1 In-house Concert

The first in our 2023 series of in-house concerts was recently performed in our acoustically designed and dedicated music rehearsal room. The program showcased 45 items incorporating more than eight different instruments in duet, solo and ensemble formats. Well done to all those who took part and our dedicated team of performing arts teachers who prepared the girls so well.

The standard was exceptionally high, and there was such a diversity of ages, styles and instruments, from Pippa Fittler in Pre-K performing Doggie in the Window on the cello to extraordinarily accomplished works from Year Twelve students Kaylee Swick, Chiyo Brown and Catie Alcorn.

Congratulations to all of the following girls on your performance on Thursday, March 23.

Jiya Aila, Khushi Aila, Catherine Alcorn, Anneliese Azon-Jacometti, Lucinda Azon-Jacometti, Georgiana Ballard, Emily Blake, Beth Birnie, Emma Birnie, Arlie Bragg, Chiyo Brown, Omendree Chandrasena, Zoe Chen, Edith Clynch, Grace Elbourne, April Ferguson, Darcie Finlayson, Bella Fittler, Pippa Fittler, Chloe Hoad, Shiloni Katta, Kate Loxley, Scarlett Loxley, Sophia Marchant, Allegra May, Grace Robertson, Kaylee Swick, Lilian Sue, Elise Tisserand, Stella Tuohey, Amelie van der Werf, Sharni Webb, Alannah Williams, Chloe Younghusband, Ashlee Yu, Lydia Yuan and Zoe Yuan.

T1 In-House Concert

PLC Performs

As part of our preparation for the Armidale Eisteddfod, our Performing Arts groups will feature in a pre-eisteddfod dress rehearsal concert, ‘PLC Performs’, which will be held on Thursday, 11 May at 6pm in the Astra Arts Centre. Junior School ensembles include K-2 Choir, 3-6 Choir, Treble Makers, Junior String Ensemble and Silver Strings. Senior School performers include the Senior Choir, Bel Canto, Acappella, Senior String Ensemble, PLC Jazzercise, Cello Ensemble, and drama and dance items from the Shakespeare Carnival.

To help us wth catering please RSVP at https://events.humanitix.com/plca-performs

There will be a warm-up for all dancers, drama students, and students in the Choirs and Instrumental Ensembles at 5:30pm the night of the concert.This will be held in the DKC with Mrs Wysel, Mrs Dunham, Mr Minter and Mr Jacometti. As this is a compulsory school event, please notify Mrs Louise Butterworth (seniorschool@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au) or Mrs Emma Young (juniorschool@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au) if your daughter is unable to attend.

The Armidale Eisteddfod commences with composition night Wednesday, 10 May.

Sydney trip for PLC Sydney 135 Year Anniversary International Concert May 15 to 18, with the main concert on May 17 in the Sydney Town Hall

Armidale Symphony Orchestra will perform Mr Matthew Minter’s concerto for Piccolo and Orchestra with soloist Lamorna Nightingale. The Concert, conducted by Mr Minter, also includes Peter and the Wolf by Prokofiev, the class set work for Year Seven Music, who will attend as an excursion: Sunday, May 14 3:00pm. Go to https://evtam.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/107120 to book tickets

CAPA News

MRS JOANNE WYSEL

HEAD OF CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS

The Shakespeare Carnival - Week 2 next term !

Our Shakespeare enthusiasts have been rehearsing for their contributions to this year’s fabulous carnival. Categories include dance, physical theatre, ensemble scene, duologues, video and group devised. The following dates have been confirmed for the carnivals, please put these in your diaries.

Schools Carnival - (held at school) for all students competing in the carnival:

Wednesday 3rd May during period 4 and in to lunch

Regional Carnival - If you are selected from the school's carnival to represent PLC at the Regional Carnival, it will be held at St Columbus school in Port Macquarie. We would leave early on Friday 12th May and return late on Friday 12th May (approximately 5-6pm).

State Shakespeare Carnival - If selected by the judges at the Regional Carnival, then you will have the fabulous opportunity to travel to Sydney to perform at the Seymour Centre as well as participate in a number of different workshops with industry professionals. The State Carnival is held on the weekend of June 10th and 11th.

Have fun rehearsing in the holidays!

New England Dance Eisteddfod - Dates for your Diary

The dates for the dance eisteddfod are in - please make a note of these in your diaries. More information about costumes and rehearsals will be coming soon.

Wednesday 31st May 11:30am session

PLC Senior School Dance Ensemble - Jazz
PLC Senior School Dance Ensemble - Contemporary
K-2 - PLC Junior School Dance Ensemble
Years 3-6 - PLC Junior School Dance Ensemble
Year 11 and 12 - PLC Seniors - Centrestage and Core Performance Dance

Friday 2nd June, 8:30am session

Annabel Kaberry Contemp (15 years and over)

Saturday 3rd June, 6:30pm session

Lucy Ward and Molly Chard (duo)
Annabel Kaberry, Catie Alcorn, Fifi Imberger (contemporary trio)
Charli Milton and Bella De Gregorio (jazz duo)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Senior School Musical

Auditions are on Sunday 30th April. (end of week 1)

Please sign up to auditions via the spreadsheet. If you do not have access to the spreadsheet, please email Mrs Wysel or Mrs Clynch.

Congratulations:

Congratulations to Phoebe Imberger, Gabrielle Cotterell and Nathea Ping-Kee who were recently cast in the Armidale Drama and Musical Society's upcoming production of Into the Woods by Stephen Sondheim.

Nathea has been cast as Milky White, Phoebe as understudy for Little Red Riding Hood and Gabrielle as understudy for Rapunzel. Rehearsals are already underway and the show opens in June 2023. Can't wait to see you perform ladies!

Sporting News

MRS LUCY DONALDSON

HEAD OF SPORT

Congratulations to:

The equestrians , who had fantastic wins at the New England ASHS Branch Show in March.

Lillian Meredith – Year 8

Riding Riverglen Trinity

3rd HSH mare
3rd Led mare over 15hh
1st ASH rider 13-15yrs
5th Hack 13-15yrs
2nd HSH Working mare
3rd HSH Hack
6th 13-18yrs Challenge

Riverglen Dreams

2nd 13-18yrs Challenge

Meridas Moonshine Charlie

2nd Open Gelding Hack

Laura Vary – Year 9

Riding Kirala Krackerjack

2nd Working Gelding n.e. 15hh
3rd 15-18yrs Working

Laura won the Junior Judging competition 13-21yrs.

The New England ASHS Branch Show is a qualifier for the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

Laura has now qualified to attend the ASHS Junior Judging competition at the 2024 Sydney Royal. What an amazing achievement!

Mia Montgomery who was selected for the Central North Junior Rugby Union Under 18's Girls Team for 2023.

Georgina Arundale-Fuller who was awarded the 22/23 10years age champion Walcha Flippers Swimming Club trophy.

Congratulations and well done to all of the girls who participated in sport in Term 1!!

Coming Up In Term 2:

Whole School Athletics Carnival - 4th & 5th May 2023 (Week 2)

IGSA Cross Country - 12th May 2023 (Week 3)

Winter Team Sports Beginning in Week 1, Term 2 (netball, hockey, football, rugby)

Other Sports To Begin In Week 2 - (basketball, running group, strength & conditioning)

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter. Thank you for your continued support. I look forward to seeing many of you on the sporting sidelines in Term 2.

Laura Vary

Lillian Meredith

International and Pathways News

In Week 9, Pathways (six students and 3 teachers) ventured forth to our nation’s capital for an adventure in History, Science and Culture.
On Monday we stopped over in Bathurst to collect Mrs Sennett, do a lap around Mount Panorama, allow our male students to have atour of Scots All Saints College and eat at a Vietnamese restaurant. Although the definite highlight was playing with Mrs Sennett’s dog Millie; even if she did only understand English!
Our whirlwind tour included all the usual suspects: The Royal Australian Mint, The Arboretum, The Portrait Gallery, The National Museum of Australia, The War Memorial, Questacon, Parliament House, Government House and the National Zoo and Aquarium, including making the most of a break in the weather for the obligatory view of Canberra from Mt Ainslie Lookout. We also had the treat of a night tour of the Botanic Gardens.
It was four days jam-packed with information and photo opportunities.
We learned a lot, walked A LOT, had fun together and made memories. Special thanks to all of Year 10 and participating staff for allowing us to share some of their Camp Week experiences.
We are sorry that you were unable to join us for lunch on Friday in Belconnen for some authentic Chinese food. It was AWESOME!
Also, special thanks to Miss Priebbenow and Mr Davidson for doing the majority of driving and being generally terrific throughout the week.Overall, we give our Camp Week Adventure 18 thumbs up!
Our Favourite Attractions:
"Questacon - There were a lot of interesting challenges. I liked learning more about science. Itwas really interactive and we could explore different things that we were interested in."Evelyn, Jasper & Miss P.
"Parliament House - I learned how people work in the government. The clocks had special coloured lights. If a red light flashes, the senators go to vote and if a green light flashes, the members of the House of Representatives have to go to vote." Bella
"The National Zoo and Aquarium - I saw lots of different and amazing animals. I held a snake! The skin was very special. It is smooth but can change to grip onto trees." Ethan & Nancy
"Government House – It was very splendid." Harriot
"The Botanic Gardens – The night walk was a beautiful and different experience." Mr D.
"The Arboretum – I learned more about some Indigenous cultural practices, and we triedsome bush tucker. " Mrs S
Our Favourite Memories:
"My favourite memory was feeling and feeding the deer. They ate carrot from my hand. Ihave never touched a deer before." Evelyn
"I loved seeing the otters. They were so cute when they ate food in the water. I also developed closer relationships with my classmates and teachers." Bella
"I loved touching the snake and learning some history about Australia." Harriot
"I loved eating lunch at the Dumpling House. The food was delicious and made me feel like home." Nancy (and everyone!)
"I loved playing in the playground at the top of Mount Panorama in Bathurst. " Ethan
"I loved having a rest at our accommodation on Thursday. We had been walking all day, and my legs were so sore!" Jasper
"I loved seeing so many exotic animals. It was pretty special to have close-up encounters with some of them." Miss P.
"I loved showing the class around Bathurst and having them meet my family and my dog! " Mrs S
"I loved learning in a less-structured environment and seeing how relaxed and positively the students and staff related with one another." Mr D.
Would we go back??? ABSOLUTELY!To play with Millie.To have a picnic in the Botanic Gardens.To do more shopping.To visit more museums and galleries.To see more of the War Memorial after renovations are finished.To eat at the Dumpling House!
By Mrs J Sennett (Pathways Coordinator), together with Miss Priebbenow,

Health Centre News

MISS TIFFANY CUNDY & MISS AMY CHIU

COLLEGE NURSES

Thank you to parents who completed the medication authorisation form prior to the excursions, this made the process smooth and provided clarity for the camp leaders.

Thank you to all staff and students for the term. Despite having lots of activities going on, it has been our pleasure to work with you and to focus on the health of individuals and as a community.

Please stay safe and healthy in the Easter school holiday, we look forward to welcoming staff and students back in Term 2.

TERM TWO FLU VACCINATION

A flu vaccination clinic will be held at school offering staff and boarders an opportunity to receive the vaccination on campus.

Date: Tuesday 2nd of Mary

Time: 8am-9am

Location: Austin front common room

Cost: $20 for the vaccination. The administration fee will be bulk billed.

Payment: Please make your payment via My Student Account > Online Order

Registration: https://forms.gle/R3hw4o7cKwm739qr8

Please note that this form will be closed at the end of Sunday 23/4/2023.

A full list of the participants will be provided to Rusden Street Medical Centre on Monday 24/4/2023. Without registering, it is not guaranteed that a vaccine will be available for you.

Have a good school holiday!

The Health Centre is contactable via

Email: health@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au

Phone: 02 6770 1741

Mobile: 0448 277 166

Alumnae & OGU News

Jessie May wins a Golden Fiddle!

Jessica Wright (Singer Songwriter, Fiddler/ Violinist and 2013 Alumna ) took out a Golden Fiddle award during the Country Music festival this year. The Golden Fiddle Awards have been awarding fiddle and violin players along with teachers and people involved in the industry for over 2 decades. Jess won the Community Service Award for her work in the Country Music Community. Congratulations Jess!

Jess now resides in Alice Springs as a Music Teacher and regularly performs in the Northern Territory. You can find her music on Spotify and follow her travels on Instagram @jessiemay.music

Season 3 of 'And We're Rolling' out now !

Join Stephanie Hunt (international journalist, producer, news boss, mum and 1999 Alumna) as she chats with the world’s best female presenters, foreign correspondents, leaders and performers to learn what scares them the most, their secret tips and tricks and how they find the grit to keep on going.

Enjoy a range of interviews with fabulous women, including morning news anchor Mel Doyle, Emmy Award-winning Beirut correspondent Zeina Khodr, Olympic medal swimmer Elka Whalan, international best-selling author Deborah Rodriguez and more.

RSVP HERE

https://events.humanitix.com/old-girls-union-art-gallery-lunch

Congratulations

Georgia Wedesweiler née Seymour (2015 Alumna and Past Duty Mistress) who was married late last year.

Hester Fraser 2006 Alumna who was married last October

Send us your news!

We love to hear about what our alumnae have been doing - so please let us know what has been happening in your life.

Births, marriages, milestone celebrations - whatever you feel like sharing with the other Old Girls, please tell us so we can include it in this section of the Lion's Roar each fortnight.

Our PLC Armidale alumnae are a stellar group of women who excel in a diverse range of areas, leading lives of significance.

Success looks different for everyone, and we like to celebrate it all - not just that which is in the public eye.

Email your news to: communications@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au

Community and General College News

Uniform Shop Holiday Opening Hours

Dear Parents and Carers

Please note the Uniform Shop will be open on the following days during the holidays:

Tuesday 18 April - 9am to 1pm

Thursday 20 April - 9am to 1pm

Families can book an appointment online.

To Register:

Visit www.alintaapparel.com.au

Select Uniform Shop then Register

To book an appointment:

To cancel or reschedule your appointment, go to 'My Account' then 'Appointments Calendar'.

Library News - Armidale and Guyra - School Holiday Events

ARMIDALE EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Take-home craft bags available from April 11 th

Fridays 14 th and 21 st LEGO free play all day

Tuesday 18 th UNE Discovery

“Busybots” 11:15- 12:00 Kindy to year 6 . Bookings essential

“Think like a Rock” 12:30 – 1:15 Year 7 to year 12 Bookings essential

Thursday 20 th Felting Fairy workshop 10 -1pm. Ages 5 +. Bookings essential

GUYRA EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Take home craft bags available from April 11 th

Tuesdays 11 th and 18 th LEGO free play all day

Wednesday 12 th Sand Art 11am OR 2:30pm. All ages. Bookings essential

Wednesday 19 th MOVIE “Strange World” (PG). 2pm. All ages

Rotary International Youth Exchange Program

The Rotary Youth Exchange Program Committee is seeking potential outbound exchange students for the 2024 scholastic year.

Due to new regulations from the NSW Department of Education, outbound student applicants must be in Years 9, 10 or 11 in the year they make an application to be eligible for the program. All outbound students will be required to return to secondary education in Australia to complete at least one year of schooling. The preferred age of applicants is between 15 to 17 years.

Applications close on 21 April, 2023. If further information is required go to the Rotary Youth Exchange website. An Expression of Interest can be logged at the following website

www.ryea.org.au, and contact will be made with the student upon receipt of this Expression of Interest. The student will receive the actual YEP Application Form at this time.

Any interested students who have completed their EOI (as described above) will be invited to Rotary District 9660 Youth Exchange Information opportunity via Zoom to be held one evening during the week starting 13 March. This will be important so all students have the correct YEP information and can ask questions of the presenters.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

The benefits of the exchange are many and varied. Students gain considerable self-confidence, tolerance and self-reliance through having to accept greater responsibility for themselves and their actions.

Students have to adapt to unfamiliar and different surroundings and ways of life which are different from that of Australia. For some, it will be the first extended period of separation from their own family. The experience provides the opportunity to develop many useful social 'survival skills'.

The exchange provides a unique opportunity for young Australians to experience at first hand the many cultural aspects of a different country, a new way of life, and in many instances, another language. The friendship students make will be life long and important in achieving the aims of the exchange - the building of goodwill and understanding between countries.

WHAT TO DO NOW?

Provide your Expression of Interest on the Rotary Youth Exchange Australia website (www.ryea.org.au ). The Initial application form will be then sent to you and you will be invited to the District 9660 YEP Information evening via Zoom. The form is also available from the Chair of the District Youth Exchange Program Committee.

The Youth Exchange Chair must receive your completed application form, a copy of your latest school report and a recent ID colour photograph (5cms square). The YEP Treasurer will invoice you for the application fee upon the Chair's receipt of your Initial Application.

The application form should reach The Chairman by 21 April, 2023.