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High Notes, Vol 26 No 33, October 31 2025

From the Principal

High Talent

Congratulations to our Sydney East Blues winners for 2026 in Volleyball – Jerald Yu and Nelson Lee (SHS-2025). Well done, boys!

Staff changes

Jamie Kay is Relieving Principal at Muirfield High School for six weeks. Joanna Chan is Relieving Deputy Principal for Years 8,10 and 12. Robyn O’Driscoll is relieving Head Teacher Wellbeing. She will return to duty after some leave. Matthew Hood is Relieving Head Teacher Science.

World Teachers Day October 31st

"Our teachers make a significant contribution to the communities they serve, and we are so grateful that our teachers are at the core of our teaching and learning practices and their influence can never be underestimated or ever erased. We thank them for their unwavering dedication, passion and commitment…"
Angela Lyris Director of Educational Leadership, Port Jackson Network.

"On behalf of the parent community, the P&C would like to thank the Principal, Deputy Principals, and teachers for their dedication and tireless work in guiding our children throughout their years at Sydney Boys"
- P&C President Tania Kirkland.

Friday morning lunch for staff-financed by the P&C, ordered by John Prorellis and prepared by Bourke Street Bakery. Thank you for your support for our work. I also thank you all for what you do to nurture our students in their growth from boys to men.

Andrew Xu Memorial Update

Work has been proceeding on establishing a memorial garden seat and table for Andrew Xu. The slab has been laid on The Flat near the basketball courts. New turf has been laid to surround the slab. The outdoor furniture has been procured and once the slab is fully cured, will be dyna bolted into place and a memorial plaque will be installed. Thank you to Jim Crampton and John Prorellis for pushing through this project for the class of 2026 to appreciate before they disperse after the HSC examinations.

AI Integration Leader

High is responding more formally to the challenge that AI poses to the way the teaching and learning environment will be structured into the future. We are creating a new role of AI Integration Leader. The role will involve:  ensuring compliance with the Australian framework for Generative Artificial Intelligence in Schools; collaborating with the school leadership team to shape the school’s digital learning roadmap; assisting with creating school-wide policies for AI use that are ethical, inclusive, and aligned with curriculum guidelines evaluating emerging AI tools and platforms for suitability, privacy, and safety; supporting teachers to embed AI tools into curriculum design, assessment, and differentiated instruction; facilitating student learning experiences that build AI literacy, digital citizenship, and future-focused skills; modelling exemplary classroom practice using AI-enhanced pedagogy; delivering ongoing training and coaching for staff on AI technologies, including lesson planning support and classroom implementation; curating and sharing best-practice resources, guides, and case studies; leading professional learning communities focused on digital innovation. Mr Jackson has accepted the position which will commence formally in 2026.

Subject Acceleration Applications

As of Friday, next week, we will be assessing applications from Year 9 students interested in subject acceleration in Year 10. The forms must be signed off by a parent and approved by the Head Teacher of the Faculty which conducts the acceleration e.g. Social Science – Mr Loizou – Business Studies and Geography.
Dr K A Jaggar
Principal