Welcome to 2025!

The Arts Department has had a vibrant and dynamic start to the year. To commence the term, we had the honour of presenting our 2025 Band and String Captains. Congratulations to Harrison Cran and Logan Rooney, who have been appointed as Band Captains, and to Hollie Back and Mason Ferry, who will serve as String Captains. We look forward to their leadership and contributions throughout the year.

Every second year, students and staff at NRSHS undertake a musical production. This year, we are privileged to perform an original production, co-written by our esteemed Film and Media teacher, Mr. Mark Deere. Rehearsals are well underway, and the production will be staged from 24th to 26th July. We encourage the community to support our talented performers and witness this unique creative endeavour.

There is a hive of activity across all areas of the Arts. Year 8 students have been engaging in hands-on creativity by sculpting clay monsters, while our Year 12 Visual Arts in Practice students are designing wearable art and will be participating in a leatherwork workshop next week. Meanwhile, Year 10 students are applying their screen-printing skills in preparation for their upcoming assessments.

In Music, students across all year levels have been refining their musical scales and perfecting their performance pieces, resulting in a symphony of wonderful sounds emanating from our classrooms. Drama students have been actively involved in group performances, dedicating themselves to achieving excellence in their craft. Simultaneously, the Film and Media students are producing a range of videos, honing their skills in shooting, editing, and post-production techniques.

We look forward to witnessing the continued creativity and artistic expression of our students throughout Term 1 and into Term 2. Thank you for your ongoing support of the Arts at NRSHS.

Sarah Schuemaker

Acting HOD The Arts