It was terrific to see so many parents at our Term 1 Key Parent Function. The meet and greet for new parents was a great way to touch base with existing parents and I would like to thank the class parents for attending this get-together. We hope you all found the presentations helpful and came away with insights to support your son. The parents of Years 3, 6 and 9 were very generous with supper and made the night a success.

Below I have listed all of the presentations for your reference. This is particularly helpful if you have multiple boys and could not get around to every year group.

Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6,

Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12

Chris Tanna, Director of Formation

Valentine’s Day in Year 2 is a beautiful opportunity to reflect on the gift of love — not simply in a romantic sense, but in the deeper Christian understanding of love as a selfless gift of ourselves to others. As St Paul reminds us, “Love is patient, love is kind” (1 Corinthians 13:4) and this is the kind of love we are called to show each day, especially within our own families.

The boys in 2B, embraced this message wholeheartedly. They carefully designed and created a set of wonderful 3D heart cards, each one filled with heartfelt and thoughtful messages for their parents and family members. It was a joy to see the care and creativity they put into expressing gratitude for the love and support they receive at home. We hope these special cards brought smiles, warmth, and a reminder of how deeply loved and cherished each family is.

Well done, 2B!

Jason Hatcher, Class Teacher

We are very excited to share great news about one of our Year 4 (2025) students, Andrew Zhang, who achieved outstanding results at the VEX National Championship in December, 2025.

Andrew and his team won two major awards: the Teamwork Challenge Champion and the Skills Challenge Champion. Because of these wins, his team has now qualified for the VEX World Championship in the United States next April.

We are very proud of Andrew’s hard work and teamwork. It is wonderful to see one of our students succeed at a national level.

We thank Magikid Robotics Lab for helping him succeed.

Francisco Nodrid, Stage 2 Coordinator (Years 3 & 4)

On the 6th of February, Year 12 took part in Redfield College’s first ever Senior Retreat Day. I initiated the day to give our cohort the chance to step back from the intensity of the year and to focus on who we want to be for each other throughout the remainder of our final year of school.

The day began at Warrane College at the University of New South Wales, where we took part in a series of talks focused on faith, resilience and life beyond school. The sessions encouraged us to think about the bigger picture of Year 12 and the kind of men we want to become, not just the marks we hope to achieve.

We were also given a tour of the university campus, which offered a practical glimpse into what life after school may look like for many of us. Being in that environment made the future feel closer and more tangible, reinforcing that this year is not just an end, but a stepping stone to what comes next.

After returning to school, the afternoon shifted to time together as a grade. The COLA screen was set up with a Nintendo running Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. There was sport on the grounds, as well as Benediction paired with a talk from Fr Phil. We ended the evening with pizza and ice cream before calling it a night.

As the first Senior Retreat in the College’s history, the day set a strong tone for the year ahead. It strengthened our sense of brotherhood and reminded us that while Year 12 will be demanding, we will face it together.

Jayden Elias, Year 12 Hydrus House Captain

We are pleased to announce the introduction of a Science Mentoring Program in preparation for
the upcoming Junior Science Olympiad Exams (JSOE), which will be held in June this year.
The Junior Science Olympiad Exams are challenging yet rewarding online examinations
conducted annually for highly motivated students in Years 7–10 across Australian high schools.
The program is designed to inspire and extend young science enthusiasts through advanced
problem-solving and critical thinking in Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science,
and Physics.

To support our students in reaching their full potential, selected Year 11 and Year 12 science
students will serve as mentors and tutors for students during lunch (once per week) in Years
7–10 preparing for the JSOE. These senior students will provide structured academic guidance,
problem-solving strategies, and targeted practice sessions aimed at building both confidence
and competence.

Examination Details:

• Exam (Years 9 & 10): Wednesday 10 June
• Exam (Years 7 & 8): Friday 12 June
• Duration: Two hours
• Format: Completed wholly online
• Cost: $22.00 (including GST) per student (note: this cost will be added to the participants
  school fees)

Students may only sit one exam level — either the Years 7 & 8 exam or the Years 9 & 10 exam.
All students sitting the same exam must do so at the same time, under normal examination
conditions and supervision.

Importantly, all students who wish to be considered for the JSO Spring School and for potential
selection on the team representing Australia at the International Junior Science Olympiad must
sit the JSO Exam.

This mentoring initiative offers significant benefits for all participants:
For Junior Students (Years 7–10):

• Targeted preparation for JSO-style questions
• Exposure to advanced scientific thinking
• Development of analytical and reasoning skills
• Academic enrichment in a supportive environment

For Senior Students (Years 11–12):

• Leadership and mentoring experience
• Deeper consolidation of scientific understanding
• Development of communication and teaching skills
• Contribution to a culture of academic excellence within our school

Mentoring sessions will focus on higher-order thinking, scientific reasoning, application-based
questions, and exam technique to ensure students are well prepared for the demands of the
JSOE.

Please register your interest by filling out the following google form.

We are excited about this opportunity to foster collaboration across year groups and to cultivate
a strong community of aspiring scientists. We encourage motivated students in Years 7–10 to
participate and invite capable and committed Year 11 and 12 students to take on this leadership
role.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Science Department.

George Georgescu, Science Department

This year, Redfield students in Years 2 to 10 will continue to participate in Renaissance Reading Accelerated Reader program. The program incorporates regular reading during school hours. For primary students, the beginning of each English lesson is dedicated to sustained reading. For secondary students, Accelerated Reader operates daily from 12:30 pm and 12:50 pm.

As part of the program, students are encouraged to read books within their Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), ensuring that books are appropriately challenging while still accessible. We encourage students to select books that reflect their personal interests, while also being adventurous and occasionally exploring titles beyond their usual preferences.

The school library has been organised to support students in selecting suitable books. The vast majority of fiction titles now display information relevant to the Accelerated Reader program. For example, books are clearly marked with the ‘AR’ logo and include details such as reading level.

Students can also use the Accelerated Reader Search function within our library’s online database to find books within their ZPD range. Additional filters—including interest level and subject area—allow students to narrow their search and personalise their reading choices.

The screenshots below demonstrate how to use these key functions within the school library database. All students can access the system via their student portal by clicking the ‘Oliver’ icon.

In addition, students are required to read two books per term this year as part of their participation in the Accelerated Reading program.

We hope students take full advantage of this valuable initiative to strengthen their literacy levels—an investment that will undoubtedly support their learning across all subject areas and contribute to their long-term academic success.

Jakov Pavlovic and Joshua Woolnough

• Registrations are now open for the 2026 Big Science Competition. A 50-minute, online mixed format competition, the Big Science Competition is one of the biggest international science competitions held in schools around the world. It's a great way to encourage students to explore science and develop their critical thinking skills to solve problems. It also enhances their experience with exam conditions. Note: the exam cost is $9.35 per student and this amount will be added to their school fees.
• If you are in years 7-10 and are interested in sitting the exam (held between 4-15th May), please register your interest by filling out the following Google form LINK.

Alex Siau made a strong debut at the Open Water Nationals in Western Australia after a busy summer of swimming and racing. The event was held at Koombana Bay in Bunbury and provided a great experience both in and out of the water.

Preparation started with the search for the well known “Stinger Cream” from Busselton, which had sold out before training. Alex did receive a small sting during a session but handled it well. Fortunately, more cream was made in time for race day.

In the 5km 14 to 15 years race, Alex finished 10th out of 48 swimmers, achieving a personal best by almost five minutes. Dolphins were spotted during the race, creating plenty of excitement for spectators, although there was an early moment of panic when someone thought they had seen a shark.

The following day, Alex competed in the 4 x 1500m relay, where his team claimed gold. Alex produced a strong leg, out touching a rival swimmer at the buoy to put his team into first place during the changeover. The team went on to win by more than two minutes. Post race celebrations included media coverage and team photos with Swimming Australia, AIS, Channel 9 and sponsors.

Alex will now shift his focus to upcoming pool competitions, including NSW Metropolitan and Open State Championships, building towards Pool Nationals in April.

Alongside his racing, Alex is also swimming to support sick kids through Super Swim. Families interested in supporting his fundraising efforts can do so here:
https://superswim.org.au/a-siau

Nick Georgiou, Head of Sport

Congratulations to Ahan and Ayan Bhat (Year 7) who have just competed in the Squash Gold Event tournament in Deloraine, Tasmania. Ayan secured third place and Ahan finished in fifth place in the Under 13 category, competing against players from across Australia.

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