2021 JTAN exams purchases
2021 JTAN exams are available to purchase now. Please note that the exam files will be made available from July, but orders must be made prior to the end of June to allow time for administrative checks to be completed. The purchase and use of JTAN exams are subject to specific terms and conditions outlined on the information page when purchasing exams in addition to normal JTAN terms and conditions. In 2021 the exam declaration will be completed digitally. 

Year 11 Beginners $115
Year 11 Continuers $115
HSC Trial Beginners $115
HSC Trial Continuers $115
HSC Trial Extension $70
 
Japanese speech contest
The Japanese language speech contest is held annually at state and national level. The aims of the contest are to encourage learners who are studying Japanese to showcase their language skills in a challenging context and to advocate Japanese language learning in general. The NSW Japanese language speech contest is organised by the NSW Japanese speech contest steering committee, consisting of members from NSW universities and high schools. This year the NSW contest will be held via Zoom on Sunday 22 August. The shift  to online delivery in 2021 opens doors for learners in schools and universities located away from Sydney CBD to participate in the contest.
 
Information regarding the contest format, eligibility, divisions, judging criteria and prizes can be found on this document. Applications must be lodged via the registration website. Please email any enquiries about the contest to the organisers.

Dear Japanese teachers,

Thank you for your continued support of the centre.

The following dates have become available in Term 3 after rescheduling with some schools visits.
21 July
3, 6, 13, 20 August 
6, 16 September 
 
The available dates in Term 4 are as follows:
21 October
1, 11, 26 November
 9, 15 December
 
If you are interested, please fill in the initial booking request form.
We are looking forward to your visit.
 
Kind regards,
Mieko, Taka and Rachael
T: (02) 9542 5745 
E: nihongo.tanken@det.nsw.edu.au

Seeking examiners for student speaking days
JTAN is seeking examiners for student speaking days in June. These days will be held online and examining teachers receive an honorarium payment in recognition of their time given up on a Saturday. Teachers are required for the second Continuers speaking day on 5 June (8:45 am-12:30 pm), as well as the sole Beginners speaking day on 19 June (8:45 am-3:00 pm). If you are able to assist on either of these days, or would like further information, please email JTAN.
 
Japanese Beginners speaking day
There are still spaces available for students to attend the Beginners speaking day.
Date: Saturday 19 June
Ticket sales close: 10 pm on Friday 4 June 
Cost: $20 per student
 
Teacher registration and event details are available online.
Student direct registration is available online. A password is required (password: himitsu).

​The Year 12 HSC July online holiday workshop for Extension is now fully booked. Any further requests received will be placed on the waiting list.
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Please kindly note that these workshops are offered to NSW public schools only.

Kind regards,
​Mieko and Taka
Tanken Centre
nihongo.tanken@det.nsw.edu.au

The Year 12 HSC July online holiday workshop for Continuers is now fully booked. Any further requests received will be placed on the waiting list. The Beginners workshop is almost full. Further details and the application form are available here. 

Please kindly note that these workshops are offered to NSW public schools only.

Kind regards,
​Mieko and Taka
Tanken Centre
nihongo.tanken@det.nsw.edu.au

​Games Boy JP investigates aspects of Japanese culture through interactive theatre, with level-appropriate Japanese language featured throughout. There is a workshop after the performance in which students learn additional games and related vocabulary. There is currently availability for Sydney schools to book the performance from 7- 9 June 2021.
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Show information can be found online. To make a booking or find out further information please email Mama Dojo.

The Tanken Centre is facilitating Year 12 online holiday workshop on the following dates:
30 June – Beginners
1 July – Continuers
2 July – Extension.

Further details and the application form are available in the attached file. Please send the application form (page 2 only) at your earliest convenience to secure a place. Please make sure that you only book the students who are committed to attending.​

These workshops are free of charge.

Please kindly note that these workshops are offered to the NSW public schools only.

Students who attend the April online holiday workshop are ineligible to attend the July workshop.

Kind regards,
​Mieko and Taka
Tanken Centre
nihongo.tanken@det.nsw.edu.au

Japanese stamp making workshops
Create and design your own stamps to take home in a step-by-step workshop with arts educator Ben Soedradjit. Taking inspiration from the sentō pilgrimage stamp collection featured in the Steam Dreams: The Japanese Public Bath exhibition, participants will learn how to design and carve a stamp made from either styrofoam or lino tiles.

On Saturday 8 May, children will be able to enjoy stamp making using materials found around the home such as styrofoam and pens and pencils. This workshop is suitable for children between ages 7-13. The  workshop on Saturday 15 May introduces a more advanced method of stamp making including how to use carving tools to carve stamps out of lino tiles. This workshop is recommended for children aged 13 and over.

Workshop 1
Date: May 8 2021 (10 am-12 pm)
Cost: $15 + booking fee. Bookings can be made online.

Workshop 2
Date: May 15 2021 (10 am-1 pm)
Cost: $15 + booking fee. Bookings can be made online.
 
2021 JPF teaching materials grants.
Applications are now open for the 2021 JPF teaching materials grants.
The Japan Foundation is offering grants to support schools that wish to establish new Japanese programs, develop existing programs, or have been affected by COVID-19 and/or natural disasters. Further information for each grant is listed below.

Establishing new programs 
This grant supports schools that are establishing new Japanese language programs by providing financial support for the purchase of Japanese language teaching materials. Successful applicants will be eligible for the reimbursement of 100% of the purchase price of approved materials up to $700.
Applications can be completed online. Applications close on 24 May 2021.

Expanding existing programs
This grant supports schools that are seeking to further develop their existing Japanese language programs by providing financial support for the purchase of Japanese language teaching materials. Successful applicants will be eligible for the reimbursement of 50% of the purchase price of approved materials up to $700.
Applications can be completed online. Applications close on 24 May 2021.

COVID-19
This grant supports schools to purchase online teaching materials to aid in teaching Japanese language programs online due to COVID-19. Successful applicants will be eligible for the reimbursement of 100% of the purchase price of approved materials up to $700.
Additional information can be found online. Applications close on 13 September 2021.

Natural disasters
This grant supports schools that have been affected by natural disasters such as bushfires and floods in 2020 and 2021 by providing financial support for the loss of Japanese language teaching materials. Successful applicants will be eligible for the reimbursement of 100% of the purchase price of approved items up to $1000.
Additional information can be found online. Applications close on 1 March 2022.