Tomaree High School hosts Narromine school visit Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens Port Stephens News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - November 29, 2024 Students played netball and other modified sports. NARROMINE High School (NHS), a remote school of 240 students, recently embarked on a three-day adventure to the coast, hosted by Tomaree High School (THS). After a long seven-hour bus ride, the students arrived at Shoal Bay Holiday Park, where they unpacked their swags from the large trailer typically used for transporting cattle, and set up camp under the stars. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au For many, this trip was a first, as they had never camped by the beach or enjoyed the ocean waves. Staff and students packed their visit with activities including fishing, jetty jumping, swimming, and a memorable trip to Newcastle Foreshore, where many were amazed to see boats on the water for the first time. Over three days, THS Specialist Sports Class and NHS students competed for the inaugural “Coast vs Country” Challenge Cup. Students bonded over sports including futsal, netball, touch football and modified games and challenges, stepping outside their comfort zones. Watching a full-paced touch football game with State level players from THS was a highlight, showcasing the speed and strategy involved in the sport. THS was this year’s Cup winner, and NHS looks forward to selecting the challenge sports for another shot next year. THS Senior Sports Coaching students refereed all the games and managed the teams as part of their course requirements, providing an invaluable hands-on learning experience developing incredible young sportspeople with skills to share in community sports. While some students felt nervous about being away from home, this trip provided valuable lessons in sports leadership and fostered teamwork and resilience. Students shared knowledge on rules and game play while making new friends along the way. The unforgettable experience created lasting memories for everyone involved. Rebecca Smyth, NHS Sport teacher and relieving Deputy Principal, said, “We’re really excited about implementing Tomaree’s Specialist Sports Class model at NHS”. A Tomaree High School spokesperson said, “We can’t wait to welcome our Narromine friends back next year.” By Simon EKINS Touch footy brought both schools together. Teams from both schools discussing game rules. Tomaree and Narromine students during the three-day event.
