activities
Grant Harris
BSc, DipEd(UNE).
Dip Outdoor Rec
TAS activities program
TAS Extra Curricular Possibilities 2011-2014 (sorted chronologically)
TAS Extra Curricular Possibilities 2011-2014 (sorted by activity)
The "craving for adventure" has long been woven into the fabric of the TAS experience. From the Kokoda Track to the rapids of Nymboida and the ridges of the Macleay Valley, TAS boys have embraced the spirit of challenge which is so important to the development of independence, confidence and initiative.
The philosophical commitment of the School to pushing our young men beyond their comfort zone is clear in the universal nature of the outdoor education program. Every boy from Year 7 to Year 11 is presented with new outdoor challenges each year, whether through cadets, pioneers, search and rescue, rural fire service or surf life-saving.
The TAS Cadet Unit has been operating for over 100 years and is a part of the Australian Army Cadet Corps. As such, drill and ceremonial work is undertaken but the emphasis is strongly towards outward bound training with its inherent leadership opportunities.
This is an internationally recognised award offering a program for 14 to 25 year olds that enables them get more out of life. Students choose activities from four sections: Skills, Physical Recreation, Community Service and Expedition. Then there are three levels of achievement: Bronze, Silver and Gold.
Here students develop a sense of responsibility for one's self and others, the ability to budget, cook and cater for one's self in an isolated environment, the ability to navigate using a map and compass, an understanding of basic survival techniques, knowledge of first aid, basic recovery and rescue methods, and an appreciation of our natural environment.
This program aims to introduce students to the NSW Rural Fire Service and become competent in aspects of bush fire fighting. Students take an active roll in helping their community by joining an RFS Brigade and obtaining their Bush Firefighting (BF) qualification.
The activity is carried out with the assistance of local members of the Rural Fire Service and staff from the New England Fire Control Centre.
Before boys participate in this activity, they must demonstrate a high proficiency in swimming and have attained their RLSSA Bronze Medallion.
The program is run in conjunction with a coastal Surf Life Saving Club and they are instructed in inshore boat rescue - crewing, patient pick-ups and assessment, related signals, radio, equipment and safety; first aid - CPR; board rescues, tube rescues, patient care, patient carries, etc. This program culminates in an examination for their RLSSA Surf Life Saving Bronze Medallion.
Rangers (year 6)
Community Service
It is an expectation of the School's that all students will do at least 20 hours of community service a year. The students commit to a chosen project and then provide a service.
Expeditions
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Extra-Curricular Calendar 2010-2012
TAS Adventure and Leadership Programme