Quality teaching and learning is a strong feature of the school. Teachers are working within the Quality Teaching Framework in NSW Public Schools to expand their knowledge and further develop their craftsmanship. The staff has a healthy mix of experienced and early career teachers. Early Career teachers are mentored to improve practice. The Standards for professional teachers developed by the NSW Institute of Teachers are reflected in teacher practice. Quality teacher learning translates into improved outcomes for students. Student development is supported by specialised programs including a focus on ‘middle school’ and a focus on ‘senior school’. Together with a broad range of extracurricular experiences students grow personally as well as in their learning. Academic programs such as ‘Permission to Shine’ for gifted and talented students; ‘10% on top’ and ‘SNAP Attack’ for students with learning challenges; focus on learning programs in Years 7,9 and 11 for students across the school; all support student learning. Performance opportunities at regular assemblies and through ‘Southern Stars’, ‘Exposure’ support student’s personal growth and civic responsibility. Participation in national and international competitions, fundraising, supporting student based charities develop the whole student. Student leadership is fostered through active student representative and student environment councils. These councils lead aspects of school life and contribute to school decision making. A strong student wellbeing ethos underpins the quality of the teaching and learning at Ulladulla High. Each teacher takes responsibility for a roll class or a year group. Strong wellbeing programs support students at risk. All students are part of a widely accepted merit scheme which culminates in Gold Principal’s Awards on Presentation Night. 100% Attendance is highly valued and often celebrated. The school community has an active parent and school community with a strong P&C providing representation on many school teams. Along with students and staff, parents contribute to uniform, finance, Aboriginal Education, School Development, School Self Evaluation, GATs and canteen teams.
Documents
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The Annual School Report (ASR) is a document which is published to showcase the achievements of the students and teachers each year. The current edition of the ASR is 2008 and is available to download by clicking on the link (right). |
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Effective planning for the future is critical to the success of UHS, the current 2009-2011 school plan is available for download by clicking on the link (right). |
