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25.01.2022 Our Junior School was buzzing today as students fully engaged in Book Week and the Children's Book Council of Australia theme - Curious Creatures, Wild Minds. Students heard from authors Nathaniel Erkstom and Sue Whiting via Zoom, conducted science experiments and made their own videos about the day. Thank you Mrs Mcleod for a wonderful morning of learning! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

25.01.2022 At Masada, we encourage and embrace cross grade friendships. Mrs Gerson and Mrs Levenston wanted to bring these friendships into the classroom. Years 2 and 3 came together and created group artworks based on four different pieces of music. The students interpreted the music and in small groups, drew symbols, images and wrote words. Together, students produced a large artwork, all whilst cooperating and respecting their friends. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

23.01.2022 This term our Year 9 students completed a major project investigating the origins and history of their families. They researched the lives of their parents, grandparents and great grandparents, allowing them to appreciate their identity. Congratulations to Michal Goldberg whose project has been selected as the winner by the United Israel Appeal Australia and receives $1000 towards an approved Israel program. Mazel tov Michal! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

23.01.2022 Congratulations to Year 12 Drama student Hannah Fisk for her nomination to perform at OnStage in 2021. OnStage is a showcase of the most exemplary HSC Drama performances from students across NSW. Hannah has been nominated for her performance in "The First Lady" - an autobiographical monologue of Jacqueline Kennedy. A monumental achievement for HSC Drama at Masada College! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

22.01.2022 Our Year 4 students present their History projects on the First Fleet. Students have been busy and creative making artwork, board games and dioramas as they delve into Australian history. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

22.01.2022 This week our Year 7 Hebrew class participated in a virtual tour of The Museum of the Jewish People at Beit Hatfutsot in Israel. They explored synagogues from Syria, Poland, USA, Curacao, Holland and more to discover the unique identities of Jews. The students reflected on their own Jewish heritage, creating a piece of art to represent their personal Jewish story. #HIVEofpotential #masadaproud

22.01.2022 In the midst of a very challenging year, our incredible Year 12 musicians are about to sit their HSC Music Performance exams. Tonight's 'Drive In Showcase' allowed parents to enjoy and celebrate the achievements of their children in a COVID safe manner - from their cars! There were lots of cheers for our students who performed brilliantly. The College is so proud of them and we wish them the very best for their exam next week. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

22.01.2022 Year 4 and 5 have come together to work on an exciting program called The S.E.A.T Project. Students are working collaboratively to construct a seat, create a design and then paint their seats, ready to auction online to the community. Later, they will choose a charity to donate the funds raised from the auction. Students will be empowered to explore their own potential to enhance the world in which they live. The S.E.A.T Project #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

22.01.2022 2020 Valedictory Assembly https://vimeo.com/event/323811

22.01.2022 Happy Mother's Day to all our Masada Mums! Our parent community is so valued at Masada, and we especially appreciate our Mums today! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

21.01.2022 It is with great excitement that we reveal the installation of the new artificial grass in the Senior School! It looks amazing and will ensure the students can make better use of the area. We are extremely thankful to the JCA Dollar for Dollar initiative and the Local Schools Community Fund for their support in bringing this project to fruition. JCA #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

21.01.2022 We had a surprise visitor that decided to make her home in the Junior School lost property box! Lea, our Junior School receptionist, phoned her daughter, Pippa, who is a past Masada student and Sydney Wildlife Rescue Volunteer to collect the possum. Pippa will return to the campus on dusk to release the possum, as they are very territorial animals! Please send your children to check for their lost items before other possums become comfortable in our Masada uniforms! #HIVEof...potential #Masadaproud See more

20.01.2022 Our new lunchtime program - 'Women of the North' has started with some amazing women presenting to our Year 5 and 6 girls. Kerry Saloner spoke about her experience growing up in apartheid South Africa and pushing across boundaries. Amanda Wyzenbeek spoke about resilience and how this has impacted her performance in powerlifting. Our students were inspired and motivated! Thank you Kerry and Amanda! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

19.01.2022 Congratulations to Tong Chen (Year 12, 2020) who has been selected for ARTEXPRESS 2021. ARTEXPRESS is a showcase of exemplary bodies of work created by NSW Visual Arts students for the HSC examinations. This is an exceptional achievement and we celebrate Tong's success! Congratulations also to Elissa Narcisi and Cindy Fang who were nominated for ARTEXPRESS. https://youtu.be/Vrw9yb582AY #HIVEofpotential #masadaproud

19.01.2022 Rabbi Cohen has issued a challenge to our Junior School teachers to achieve 100 'random acts of kindness' in the lead up to Rosh Hashanah. We've seen cards, coffees, sharing podcasts, gifts and messages of encouragement. Spread the kindness! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

18.01.2022 JCA invites you to their annual campaign event on Sunday 30th May - a comedy duo from the US and Canada. Join in person or Zoom and support your local Jewish Community! JCA

17.01.2022 This year is JNF’s 120th year and to celebrate they have created the My Israel Passport program. Students collect stickers of famous people and places in Israel. Students have the chance to go into the draw to win some amazing prizes if they complete their passport. Entries close Friday 5pm 14th May. JNF Australia [email protected].

16.01.2022 As part of their Science unit on forces, Year 5 had a fun-filled excursion to Moving Bodies, a ninja warrior course. They had the opportunity to attempt many obstacles, including the warped wall, and applied many forces while completing the courses. All the students had a fantastic time and showed incredible sportsmanship. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

15.01.2022 Masada Junior School Captains and Sports Captains recently visited NSW Parliament House. They had a tour of the historical building and learnt about the history, role and workings of NSW Parliament House before enjoying afternoon tea with the sitting Member for Davidson, The Hon. Jonathan O'Dea MP. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Masada College Year 12 2020 student Seiji Kawanami who has achieved First in State in the HSC for Japanese and Literature, through the Community Languages Chatswood Centre. Well done Seiji - we are very proud of you! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

15.01.2022 JNF Australia is holding a free online event on Tuesday 1st September. It's a family friendly show with inspiring content about Israel as well as an amazing line up of speakers and entertainers. Register with JNF Australia to receive the link.

15.01.2022 As PSSA matches havent taken place for most of this term we held a Multisports House Competition over the last three Friday mornings. With games of T-ball, touch footy, ultimate frisbee, soccer, netball and AFL, the students have really enjoyed themselves. Congratulations to Monash on their victory! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

14.01.2022 Last week there was a very special and significant occasion - the blessing for our graduating Year 12 students. The students stood beneath the Tallit (prayer shawl) and received a blessing from the College Rabbi, Rabbi Lewin. We wish our Year 12's all the best for their upcoming exams. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

14.01.2022 2020 Valedictory Assembly

14.01.2022 On Friday we supported Sydney Friendship Circle, an organisation that empowers young people to create communities where people with disabilities experience acceptance and inclusion. Masada Junior School students wore purple and donated a gold join to receive a purple cupcake kit. We look forward to seeing the photos of you with your purple cupcakes! Sydney Friendship Circle #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

14.01.2022 "Recently, Year 8 and I have had the privilege to cook in the kitchen at school. We cooked sweet and savoury scones along with a delicious salsa cruda pasta. This unit started in term two, over zoom, in our own home and we learnt valuable skills including chopping vegetables and cooking meals such as omelettes and French toast. Cooking at school was most definitely easier and cooking in pairs helped to improve our communication and collaboration skills. I can say with enthusiasm that we all thoroughly enjoyed this cooking unit!" Dan Belzycki #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

14.01.2022 ZERO PERCENT FEE INCREASE FOR 2021! The Board and College Executive are pleased to announce that there will be no increase in tuition fees for Kindergarten to Year 12 in 2021. We understand the financial impact that COVID-19 has had on our community and we aim to support our Masada families through tough times as best we can. We thank you for your continued support of Masada College and look forward to a positive and productive 2021. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our Class of 2020 who have received their HSC results. We are so proud of all that our students and teachers have achieved in this most challenging year! Special mentions include: - HSC Dux Seiji Kawanami (98.55) - College Dux Ran Ashkenazi - 54% of students achieve an ATAR >85 - 22% of students achieve an ATAR >95... - Median ATAR 86 - 38% of students on the Distinguished Achievers List - 100% of students achieve a Band 5 or 6 in 12 courses - Top Achiever in Japanese and Literature Seiji Kawanami 1st - Top Achiever in Science Extension Ran Ashkenazi 5th Mazal tov to all students for their hard work and commitment to succeed. All our students have big plans for the future and we look forward to hearing of their achievements beyond the College gates. Our full HSC Outcomes 2020 are available on our website. https://www.masada.nsw.edu.au/2020-hsc-outcomes-strength-o/ #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

13.01.2022 Yesterday was R U OK Day. Theres more to say after R U OK? was the message for 2020. The focus was on building confidence and increased skills for students so they know how to navigate a conversation with someone in their life who might be struggling. During lunchtime, our wonderful Year 6 students hosted a #stayconnected event with seven fun-filled activities, including bubbles, dancing, hula hooping action and much more! R U OK Day #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

13.01.2022 Best wishes to our Year 12 cohort as they work their way through their trial HSC exams. Your teachers are very proud of you and we hope you achieve your goals! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

13.01.2022 Who says Maths is boring - it is delicious! Our HPL (High Potential Learners) Maths class have been learning about fractions, decimals and percentages and have been using and applying their knowledge to everyday practical situations such as working out probability. Today they were delighted to be using M&Ms as a tool to complete their task! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

09.01.2022 Year 7 Visual Arts classes were treated to live stimuli when Featherdale Wildlife Park brought in a range of animals. Students observed a shingleback lizard, a children's python, a joey wallaby, a tawny frogmouth and a baby crocodile. While being taught about each animal from zookeeper, Lauren, students were able to experience their shape and texture to assist in their observational drawings. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

09.01.2022 We are recruiting an energetic and highly motivated person to join our team at Masada College. The position will strengthen the Marketing and Enrolments team with a specific focus on Jewish enrolments and subsequent engagement of students and their families. For details: https://www.masada.nsw.edu.au/employment/ #recruitment #education... #sales #engagement #enrolments See more

08.01.2022 Year 9 and 10 Visual Arts students engaged in a Printmaking Workshop under the guidance of master printmaker Michael Kempson, senior lecturer and convenor of printmaking studies at UNSW Art & Design. "With Michaels guidance through the process, we were able to produce amazing pieces of art. We learnt so much about printmaking and the incursion was a fantastic art making experience". Leah Reinhardt Year 9. #HIVEofpotential... #Masadaproud See more

08.01.2022 2021 Student Leadership Induction & 2020 HSC Showcase Livestream

06.01.2022 Our Early Learning Centre four year old classes and Junior School had so much fun on Friday, running around the oval and being doused with different coloured powder, at the inaugural Colour Run. Over $11000 was raised and the P&F will be using the money towards the second stage of artificial grass for the Junior and Senior school. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

06.01.2022 Congratulations to our talented Year 12 students on completion of their Visual Arts and Design & Technology HSC submissions. We are so proud of your efforts in preparing such highly resolved works and we wish you well in your final exams!

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Masada College Alumni, Dylan Hayley Rosenthal (2012), who has been nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical for her role as Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof. Dylan's musical theatre journey began in school, with the nuture and encouragement of her singing teacher, Andrea Catzel. 2020 marks Dylan's 10th year of performing. Her Broadway Worlds' Best nomination is an enormous achievement and we ask the Masada community to support Dylan by voting via this link by 31st December: https://www.broadwayworld.com/sydney/liveupdateregion.cfm #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

05.01.2022 Years 3 to 6 had a very entertaining talk from author and poet Steven Herrick. "I really enjoyed how he interacted with the audience and could make up poems on the spot. He told us about his books 'Pookie Aleera is Not My Boyfriend' and 'Untangling Spaghetti' which both sounded hilarious. Steven Herrick is one of the most hilarious people I have ever met and his performance was absolutely phenomenal." Asher Levy Year 6. #HIVEofpotential... #Masadaproud See more

05.01.2022 Masada College Year 2 Hebrew students learn about famous Israeli author, Mirik Snir.

05.01.2022 Year 3 students completed the Hebrew unit on Seder Hayom (daily routines). They played games using the vocabulary from this Hebrew unit and were excited to receive printed copies of the Seder Hayom books they wrote during the term! #HIVEofpotential #masadaproud

05.01.2022 This year, the Mock Trial Competition is taking place on zoom, posing additional challenges for the students as they navigate formal court procedures in a virtual courtroom. In Round 1, Masada prosecuted a "driving under influence" charge and won against Willoughby Girls. In Round 2, the team mounted a spirited defence to a charge of shoplifting. After a tense trial against Riverside Girls High, Masada lost the case but won the competition round. The undefeated team now move forward to the final round. The students' dedication and collaboration is exceptional, and we wish them well as they continue the 2020 season. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

05.01.2022 Our Year 4 students and Morah Natali Tchelet have started a new Twinning Schools program with a school in Israel called Aliza Begin. It was so wonderful to start this partnership on our Hebrew New Year - Rosh Hashanah, with the students from both schools writing each other blessings for the new year! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

03.01.2022 Today our students had the opportunity to make some beautiful Rosh Hashanah crafts and goodies for your Yom Tov table. Our Year 6 students also prepared a Rosh Hashanah Yom Kippur Guide to use at home, as many families may not be able to attend Shul. Earlier in the week, our ELC children participated in a Rosh Hashanah party, where they were immersed in a story about the Greedy Bee and ate honey cake. Wishing everyone a Sweet New Year! May it be a year full of happiness, hea...lth, and prosperity. Shana Tova U'metuka from Masada College. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

03.01.2022 Our Year 2 students have been asking lots of questions about scientists, experiments and inventions. Mrs Gerson asked if they could visit the High School science laboratory. Mrs Virgona dazzled them with a range of experiments and experiences. A favourite was the experiment to see how well you had washed your hands! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

03.01.2022 In the lead up to Rosh Hashanah, our Year 8 Hebrew students gave a present to some of the members of our College staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes. "We designed cards with fun patterns and wrote a short paragraph, wishing them a good new year. We attached a small bowl for storing honey, since it is one of the customs of Rosh Hashanah. We all showed our gratitude to others and taught them about Rosh Hashanah. I greatly enjoyed this task." Orli Ades - Year 8... #HIVEofpotential #masadaproud

02.01.2022 Immersion into Jewish culture sessions are run each fortnight by Rabbi Lewin for our non-Jewish students in Years 7-10 to learn about the basics of Jewish practice, culture and festivals. Here Rabbi Lewin shows students the Torah scroll, Tallit (prayer shawl) and the Tefillin (black boxes that contain core passages for Jewish faith). #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

01.01.2022 This week our ELC children have experienced all the joys of celebrating Chanukah - the lighting of candles, the yummy flavours of donuts as well as singing and dancing. Happy Chanukah everyone! #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud

01.01.2022 On Friday we held our leadership induction assembly. This memorable assembly was live streamed to enable parents, families and the rest of the school community to be part of this occasion. Congratulations to our 2021 School Captains Zac Silber and Lulu Feldman who will steer our incoming leaders of school prefects, house captains and peer support. These new leaders will have the opportunity to be trained by our current leaders before they step up into their roles. #HIVEofpotential #Masadaproud