School events bring learning to life and help shape our school culture. They help students build confidence, connect with others and celebrate their progress. Events also give families a chance to be involved in school life and share in their child’s achievements.
Turramurra High, St Ives High, Chatswood High, Killara High, Kuringai High and Lindfield Learning Village are collaborating to put on a Career Expo for Year 9 to Year 12 students. Students from other schools will be invited to attend. Major universities, TAFE, apprenticeship providers and businesses will be exhibiting at this event. Parents and students will make their own way to and from the venue. They will be able to discuss and gather information from the exhibitors.
Australian History Competition for Year 7-10 students run by the History Teachers Association.
The competition will be a 45-minute test held at school in A16 and administered by Ms. Kourdis. This will occur during Period 2 - students will be absent from their usual class that lesson in order to complete the test. Each student will receive a question paper, a source booklet and a computer answer sheet. There will be 50 multiple choice questions graded from easy to challenging and catering to a range of abilities. There will be a variety of questions, with the primary focus on skills and understandings.
The program will provide two separate papers: A Year 7 and 8 paper, broadly based on the Years 7-8 Australian Curriculum and a Year 9 and 10 paper, broadly based on the Years 9-10 Australian Curriculum. Practice exams will be provided to interested students, and support provided to help prepare them in the skills they will need to excel.
Students who are completing the competition should join the Google Classroom which will provide resources to support their historical skills & understanding. The code is: 3vzijghz
2026 Kangarou Sans Frontieres & Australian Mathematics Competition
Date: 26 March and 6 August 2026
Open to all students studying Mathematics in 2026, with a focus on the top two classes from Years 8, 9 and 10 as well as students studying Extension Mathematics at senior level.
Visual Arts Open Studio welcomes all students to work on creative arts projects beyond their Visual Arts class times. This additional time is essential for students to refine and develop their artworks to a high standard.
Rationale: High achievement in Visual Arts requires sustained engagement with materials, techniques, and conceptual development. By allowing students access to the Visual Arts classroom, they will be able to:
Build Technique and Skill: Develop effective use of techniques and materials relevant to their chosen medium. Enhance Quality of Work: Improve overall craftsmanship and attention to detail in their finished pieces.
Foster Innovation: Encourage experimentation with new processes and ideas to push creative boundaries.
Gain feedback and expertise: Visual Arts teachers will be available to students to provide guidance, feedback and expertise to support their artmaking.
Visual Arts HCS Studio welcomes all Year 12 Visual Arts students to work on their body of work beyond regular class times. This additional time is essential for students to refine and develop their artworks to a high standard. Students are strongly encouraged to attend.
THS LEOs event to attend the ANZAC ceremony organised by St Ives Lions
Date: 25 April 2026
ANZAC ceremony is on Sunday 25th April 2026. A ANZAC ceremony is being organised by St Ives Lions Club at the St Ives ANZAC memorial at St Ives. Our THS LEOs have been invited as previous years to attend the event to assist with
the proceedings. This includes:
- Reading of a passage by two students;
- Lowering of the flag;
- Setting up and packing down of chairs, tables etc;
Students from the THS Vocal Ensemble will continue preparing for the In Concert Performance with the Arts Unit in a combined schools rehearsal. Students to arrive at Turramurra Station 7:45am for roll marking, (boarding 8:03am train to arrive at the venue by 9am). Students will return to Turramurra Station approx 4:00pm at the conclusion of the event.
Attendance of this excursion will play a monumental role in a students understanding of the Module A and The Tempest/Hagseed and will be a great opportunity for students to expand the scope of their appreciation and understanding of the texts.
NSW Rural Fire Service Secondary Schools Cadet Program
Date: April - June 2026
The NSW RFS Secondary School Cadet Program (SSCP) presents Year 10 students with the opportunity to follow the values and training of the NSW RFS Members during the school year. Students will learn new and valuable skills as they participate in interesting and challenging training.
Inclusive school sports organized event to create opportunity for those with learning needs to compete in a friendly and inclusive Boccia competition against other school in the region.
Selected students have been given the opportunity to attend the Sydney Superyacht Marina for a day of exploring careers on th water. There will be speakers and presentations from marine trades, local marine businesses, ferries and marine transport, shipwight skills, marine engineering, NSW Maritime as well as a tour of the Sydney Boat House.
The immersion day is delivered in partnership with the NSW Department of Education's Regional Industry Education Partnership ( RIEP ) program.
Earth Justice Unity Day, Mana, and Fundraiser - Social Justice Group
Date: Wednesday 29 April 2026
Social Justice Group Earth Justice initiative will feature
- a fundraising Unity Day for a charity associated with environmental justice, to be voted for by THS Staff and Students. The Unity Day colour theme will be blue and/or green.
- a school wide electricity Blackout (eg in classrooms and offices where safe and viable to do so) for a minimum one period
- a fundraising stall to support the school community's chosen charity - iceblocks, Spider drinks, frozen fruit skewers etc
Year 12 HSC Study Day - Ancient/ Modern/Extension History
Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
Students will attend the History Teachers’ Association HSC Study Day, a structured program of expert-led lectures and workshops designed to support Ancient, Modern and Extension History courses. Throughout the day, students willengage with experienced educators and HSC markers, gaining insights into keycontent, exam expectations, and effective strategies for source analysis andextended responses.
The study day provides significant educational value for all learners. Students gainclear guidance on core content, scaffolded approaches to writing, and practical strategies to improve confidence and performance. They may also benefit from refining their analytical and evaluative skills, deepening their historiographical understanding, and enhancing exam technique. Overall, the day is designed to consolidate knowledge, clarify expectations, and support improved outcomes.
