TSHS Performing Arts Department

Students at TSHS have many opportunities to be involved in performance groups such as instrumental and choral ensembles, drama presentations and the bi-annual musical production. It is well-acknowledged that the study of creative and performing arts stimulate the brain and further the ability to function academically. At TSHS, we encourage involvement in the Arts as part of our suite of academic and extra-curricular Gifted and Talented programs. We believe that students should foster their creative talents to their highest capacity.

MUSICAL

Our large-scale bi-annual musical production is a highlight amongst the students, staff and community alike. Previous musical successes include the 2004 production of Calamity Jane, the 2006 Aussie musical, Cruisin’, and most recently, our 2008 production of the famous Pirates of Penzance. Each musical involves more than 50 of our students, working with many staff and community volunteers to create an artistic and innovative production. Our next musical production will be in semester I, 2010. Stay tuned for more exciting details!

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

The Instrumental Music program offers at TSHS every Friday with rehearsals and lessons operating before and during school. Instrumental Music is offered to students in the following areas:

• Group Instrumental lessons (rotating roster on Fridays)
• Concert Band (Friday: period 7 in term 1; alternating periods in later terms)
• Stage Band (Friday rehearsal from 7.30am, involvement by invitation)

CHORAL MUSIC

Although new in the school in comparison to the Instrumental Music tradition, the Choral Music program is now a well-rounded facet of the Music Department, and offers students an opportunity to develop their vocal abilities in a variety of ways.

• Senior Choir (years 9-12, Monday rehearsal 3-4.30pm, involvement by invitation)
• Junior Choir (year 8, all welcome, lunchtime rehearsals on Thursdays)

DRAMA PRESENTATIONS

The Senior Drama Production is a bi-annual event which showcases the year 11/12 Drama class. It is a theatrical production which allows the senior students to develop and present an entertaining and educational performance. It is an essential part of their curriculum program.

CURRICULUM STUDIES

The ARTS are well represented in our school, with subject offerings in Art, Drama and Music, being offered from years 8-12 as elective studies. Students who are interested in pursuing study of these subjects at TSHS should obtain further information from the relevant teachers.

DEBATING & PUBLIC SPEAKING

Public Speaking offers significant levels of experience to students who choose to engage in such extra-curricular activities. Debating teams are entered every year, and Senior students are also invited to enter the Lions Youth of the Year Quest.

SCHOOL SPEECH NIGHT AWARDS

COLEMAN MEMORIAL CITIZENSHIP AWARD

Criterion Open to Year 11 and Year 12 students only.

Students must display qualities of:

• responsibility
  
• initiative
  
• leadership

Students must have been involved in a wide range of school activities.
Student should be actively involved in the community.

Award Book prize and Certificate

CALTEX BEST ALL ROUNDER AWARD

Criterion Open to Year 12 students only.
Student will have participated in a wide variety of school activities including sport.
Student should have shown consistent academic effort Student will have displayed attitudes of co-operation and responsibility.

Award Caltex Medallion and Certificate

LIONS JUNIOR ALL ROUNDER AWARD

Criterion Open to Year 10 students only.
Students must have:

• Participated in a variety of school cultural and sporting activities
  
• Shown consistent effort in class and with homework
  
• Displayed attitudes of co-operation and responsibility
  
• Correct uniform

Award Medallion and Certificate

MASONIC JUNIOR LEADERSHIP AWARD

Criterion Open to Year 8 to 10 students.
Recipients will display most, if not all, of the following characteristics:

• qualities of leadership
  
• involvement in a variety of extra-curricula activities e.g. debating, sport,musical, choir, student council etc.
  
• correct uniform
  
• involvement in community activities.
  
• Consistent classroom effort

Award Book prize and Certificate

BRISBANE VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL AWARD

The Arts Council Award encourages involvement in the Performing and Fine Arts:
Performance Arts Outstanding public performance in Music, Vocal,
Speech & Drama, Dance. Fine Arts Outstanding creativity in Art, Craft, Photography, Design, Graphic Design, Wood & Metal Arts.

Award Book Prize and Certificate

MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AWARD

This award acknowledges outstanding performance in a school musical.
Award Medallion and Certificate

FELLOWSHIP AWARD

Criterion A positive, caring student who consistently offers support to other students and to teachers. The student will be involved in school activities and display enthusiasm and a positive outlook.

Award Book Prize and Certificate

SCHOOL CULTURAL AWARDS

Awarded to students for outstanding performance in one or more of a range of cultural activities e.g. debating, public speaking contests, on parades, in musicals or rock eisteddfods, at special school functions. The number of such awards will vary from year to year. Those students who have received the Brisbane Arts Council Award or Musical Performance Award will not be eligible. Students must receive teacher and/or student nomination.

Award Medallion and Certificate

SCHOOL SERVICE AWARDS

Awarded to students who make a significant contribution through service at or for the school. Students may be nominated by
staff or students. Service contribution would be through:

• Fundraising
  
• Committee participation
  
• Student Council
  
• Involvement in the Library
  
• Peer tutoring
  
• Other service activities
  
• Award Medallion and Certificate

Updated March 2009