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- Principal's Report
- Parent Teacher Term 2 2022
- Burnie Youth Council - The Governor of Tasmania
- RYDA - Rotary Youth Drives Awareness
- JCP - Youth Program 2022
- Year 8 Aspire
- STEM Extension Class
- Fishing Adventures
- Pride Month - June 2022
- Million Paws Walk
- Meet Our Student Leaders - 2022
- Upcoming Student Events - Term 2
- Table Tennis Tournament
- Art Competition
- Book Club
- 2022 Levies
- Parklands Pop-Up Pantry
- The Smith Families "Learning for Life" Program
- 2022 Tasmania Term Dates
- Communites Tasmania - Ticket to Play
- Looking for Adventure? - Join Scouts
- Burnie Library Gala Day
- Penguin District School Production 2022 - Rapunzel
- Changes to Close Contact Requirements
- Managing COVID-19 in Schools
- Covid-19 symptoms - What to look out for
- Your Go-To Guide to Rapid Antigen Tests
- Do's and Don'ts of Mask Wearing
It hard to believe that we have come to the end of Week Four of the term. Over the past couple of weeks, there have been a large and varied number of events and activities across the school, all of which support the learning and growth of our students.
Staffing
Last week we welcomed Mrs Phoebe Buckney to our teaching team. Mrs Buckney will be teaching food studies, replacing Ms Joss Hine who recently retired. Mrs Buckney is a qualified chef who has recently completed her education training. Having worked in high profile restaurants, Mrs Buckney comes with extensive experience and will be a great asset to our school. We look forward to seeing high quality food coming from our kitchens.
NAPLAN
Over the past two weeks our Year 7 and 9 students participated in NAPLAN with a record number of students undertaking tests in reading, writing, language conventions, and numeracy. The data from NAPLAN provides the school with student progress which support teachers in identifying gaps in learning. Congratulations to our Year 7 and 9 students for their positive approach to the testing and their high level of engagement.
Parent Teacher
This week saw the commencement of our Parent Teacher conversations with phone meetings on Monday. Face-to-face meetings will be held next Monday and Wednesday. If you have not yet booked an appointment, please see the details further in the newsletter. If you are unavailable next week, please contact the school to arrange an alternate time to speak to your child’s teachers.
School Activities
Our school is very fortunate to have strong partnerships with community, government, and business organisations. This is no more evident than in the number of programs and activities our students have been involved in over these part two weeks and will be over coming weeks. These include the following:
The Royal Surf Live Saving Club continues to sponsor our Year 7 swimming program. Students are currently participating in this program at the Burnie Aquatic Centre, supported by our HPE staff.
Our Year 10 students attended the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness Program last week at Camp Clayton in Ulverstone. The program is a road safety education program aimed at reducing death and injury amongst young people on Australian roads. It focuses on attitude and awareness with the aim of developing an understanding of the responsibilities of driving.
Throughout the year we have various industries visit the school to provide information to students of the type of work they do and the career opportunities within their industry. Through these opportunities, students develop an understanding of a variety of industries and careers to support them as they navigate and plan for their future working life. Thisweek, the building and construction industry came in to speak with Year 9 and 10 students interested in careers in this field.
We have been fortunate to secure the SmARTS Art program through the support and sponsorship of the Smith Family Foundation. The program is a creative enrichment program supported by TasDance. Students have been invited to participate in the dance education program where they will work alongside professional dancers. We are very fortunate and excited to be providing our students with access to such an opportunity.
School Association
Last week, we held our School Association Annual General Meeting. The role of the school association is to
· support the development of school and department policies,
· contribute to the development of the school’s improvement agenda,
· review the agreed school priorities and strategic direction of the school,
· be advocates for the school within our community
The school association is made up of parents, community members and staff. Our elected members are as follows:
Chairperson/Parent Rep Belinda Young Vice Chairperson/Parent Rep Bill Jongschaap Secretary/Community Rep Chris Swain Returning Officer/Staff rep Angela Townsend Principal Magella Dudley Parent Rep Ivan Markota Parent Rep Jenna Dicker Staff Rep Sam Wells Staff Rep Giovanna Simpson Community Rep Emma Hennessy
If you are interested in being a member of the school association, we currently have both parent and community rep positions vacant. If you are interested in join the committee or would like to know more, please contact the school office.
Magella Dudley
Principal
Burnie Youth Council - The Governor of Tasmania
On Monday, the 23rd May, the Burnie Youth Council were lucky enough to meet with Her Excellency Barbera Baker, The Governor of Tasmania, at a special sitting of the Youth Council. The meeting was held at the Burnie Council Chambers and also in attendance, were Mayor Steve Kons and General Manager of the Council, Simon Overland.
Her Excellency gave a briefing of her role and students were thrilled to learn, that she is a Representative of the Queen and her role sits above our Premier, Jeremy Rockliff. The students introduced themselves and spoke about what interests them and what they feel about living in Burnie. It was a wonderful experience for all the youth council and they celebrated with a lunch after the meeting, with the Governor. Abbey also attended an invite only, civic function for the Governor, at the Burnie Arts and Function Centre on Monday evening.
Pictured below (l to r) Youth Mayor, Abbey Granger, Junior Deputy Mayor, Her Excellency, Barbera Baker, Youth Deputy Mayor, Taleah Smith and Mayor Steve Kons.
RYDA - Rotary Youth Drives Awareness
RYDA
On Tuesday May 10 the grade 10’s went to Camp Clayton to participate in the RYDA program. RYDA stands for Rotary Youth Drivers Awareness and is a program aimed at young drivers to shows the importance of safe driving and your attitude while behind the wheel. The day started off with us being divided into 6 different groups. Each group then went to a different session for approximately 40 minutes. Each group attended two sessions before recess, two after recess and two after lunch. We learnt the necessity to know more about ourselves before driving, the importance to make sure we are in a good mind state while driving and strategies to deal with stress. We learnt about safety features in cars and the stopping distance required at different speeds, distractions while driving, tiredness, and driving so others survive. The most interesting session for many of us though, was talking to someone about his experience and consequences of being in a car crash. We would collectively like to thank our teachers, Camp Clayton and the Rotary volunteers who made this day possible and enjoyable.
Maddie Lamprey
JCP Youth is a leader in the delivery of high impact programs for young people. Our school based leadership programs aims to build the leadership capacity of students by engaging them in recreational outdoor activities. Students participating in this program have covered topics such as:
• Goal Setting
• First Impressions
• Comfort Zones
• 'Self' Standards
• Public Speaking/ Confidence
Yr 8 Aspire
We are learning about chemistry. We pretended that each piece of Lego was an atom, and we built compound molecules ---combinations of all different pieces. We didn’t follow a pattern, we made up the combinations by our own creativity. We had the best time!
STEM EXTENSION CLASS
In the 7/8 STEM Extension class, we are extending ourselves in Maths & Science with fun projects! In first term we learnt about Pythagoras Theorem and Algebra and built a bridge to see which shapes in our everyday life can hold the most weight and a robotic hand to test where we can use Science in everyday life.
This term we investigated how we can determine from the value of the denominator of a fraction if the result would be recurring or terminating. We have also learned about Isaac Newton and explored his laws of motion. We built our own Newtons Cradles that we got to take home! Next, we made a roller coaster to do more research and calculations involving Newtons laws. We have just completed an activity on motion and some energy transfer and efficiency using a virtual trebuchet simulator.
By Asha Chappell and Toula Degen-Wells
Fishing Adventures
Outdoor Education classes this week saw students travel up to the picturesque Natone Hills Fly Fishery. The two classes were able to test their fishing skills against the unsuspecting Rainbow Trout.
We had many highlights over the two sessions including:
- Trying to find the best fishing spot
- Losing numerous hooks and sinkers
- Many near misses
- Some amazing catches
Special thanks goes to Mr Hay who did a great job preparing the fish to be taken home.
Mr Hampton
Parklands High School is proud to announce we will be celebrating Pride Month this June to raise awareness for, and in support of, our LGBTQIA+ community.
LGBTQIA+ stands for: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and (+) all other gender and sexual identities not covered by the acronym.
We are excited to embrace the Department of Education’s commitment to “providing a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students and staff, including those who are same-sex attracted, gender diverse or intersex.”
Wear Your Pride Day will be held on Friday 3 June. For a gold coin donation, students who want to participate are invited to dress in a single colour of their choice or the rainbow. All activities are optional and include face painting, chalk drawing (free), and the sale of Cupcakes and Jelly ($2).
Donations will go to North-West Pride. A local community group focused on supporting LGBTQIA+ on the North West.
Meet Our Student Leaders - 2022
Kaleb Birchall
I know Parklands can seen daunting at first, but don't be scared. Just try and focus on your education as much as you can.
In my future I would like to be working as a Physiotherapist.
During my short time being in Sports Science, I have found a real intrest in the human body and its functions.
The best experience I have had in Grade 10 is ...
Making it into the Leadership Team for 2022, it means people believe that I can hgelp do the best for Parklands High School.
The thing I have enjoyed most at Parklands is …
All of the sports classes availble and the experience to become a Student Leader and work on all of my skills.
If I could change one thing about the world now it would be?
I would change the War in Russia and the Ukraine. I would like to have World Peace.
To be the best you can be at Parklands as a student you need to ...
Use your class time effectfively, the worst thing is needing to catch up on work. Also be kind to others.
Levies
Levy payments are now due.
If your circumstances have changed, or if you are experiencing financial difficulty or financial hardship, or if you are receiving an invoice for levies and you shouldn’t be, please contact the school’s Business Manager, Angela Townsend or angela.townsend@education.tas.gov.au
You may be eligible for the Student Assistance Scheme. If you are eligible and your application is approved, you will not need to pay any levies. An application form is available from the School Office or you can apply online.
Communites Tasmania - Ticket to Play
Ticket To Play Vouchers
Communities Tasmania - Ticket to Play
Information for parents/guardians/carers
To be eligible for a voucher, children must be:
- living in Tasmania;
- aged between 5 and 18 at the time of application; and
- listed on a valid Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card (either their own or their parent, guardian or carer’s) or be in Out of Home Care.
Eligible participants receive two vouchers worth up to $100 each. Vouchers can be used at two different activity providers, or both at one activity provider.
Important dates
Ticket to Play runs on a financial year.
Applications are open from 1 July 2021 to 5 pm on 30 May 2022.
Vouchers must be given to an Approved Activity Provider by Monday 6 June 2022.
How to apply for a Ticket to Play voucher
Voucher applications are online. To apply for a voucher click here.
For each application you will need:
Parent/carer details (name, address, contact details and Centrelink Customer Reference Number)
Participant details (name, date of birth, Centrelink Customer Reference Number)
After submitting your application, you will receive an email asking you to confirm your email address by clicking on a validation link. Once your email address is confirmed, you will receive your Ticket to Play voucher codes by email.
What are the vouchers?
Each Ticket to Play voucher is a unique code (eg 22- ABC-ABC1-ABC).
Find an Approved Activity Provider
Vouchers can only be used at Approved Activity Providers (organisations/clubs) who meet certain eligibility criteria.
To find a list of Approved Activity Providers click here.
How to use Ticket to Play vouchers
Give your voucher code(s) to an Approved Activity Provider when you register your child for membership. You will need to show your voucher code(s) and Health Care or Pension Concession Card. The Approved Activity Provider will reduce membership fees by up to $100 per voucher.
If the full membership fee is less than $100, vouchers can only be used for this amount. For example, if membership costs $80, one voucher will cover the whole amount. The remaining amount of $20 cannot be used at another provider.
If the membership fee is more than $100, you can choose to pay the rest out of pocket or use your second voucher. For example, if full membership costs $150, the voucher will cover $100 and you will pay $50 out of pocket or use the second voucher for $50.
If you are using two vouchers at one activity provider, the vouchers will cover membership fees up to $200. For example, if full membership costs $150, the vouchers will cover $150. If full membership costs $250, the vouchers will cover $200 and you will pay $50.
Contact us
Contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or on 1800 252 476.
Frequently Asked Questions for parents/carers/guardians
What if my child turns 5 or 19 during the season?
Children must be aged between 5 and 18 at the time of application. A child is eligible to apply on the day they turn 5 and until the day before they turn 19.
If I am 18, do I need to enter parent/guardian/carer details?
No. If you are 18 at the time of application, you can enter your own details on both pages of the application form.
What if my child is not listed on an eligible Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card?
Your child must be listed on a Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card to be eligible to apply.
Applicants who are in Out of Home Care and are not listed on an eligible card can apply for a voucher by contacting tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or 1800 252 476.
Can I apply for vouchers for more than one child?
Yes. You can apply for vouchers for more than one child in one application form. Each child must be listed on a Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card and their own unique Customer Reference Number (CRN) must be used in the application.
How much funding is available?
Two vouchers worth up to $100 each are available for each participant in the 2021-22 financial year.
How do I apply if I don’t have internet access?
You can access the internet for free at your local library and even book a time for a library volunteer to help you.
Your chosen activity provider may be able to help you to apply online.
Some community organisations such as the Salvation Army may be able to help you access the internet.
If you still can’t access the internet, please contact us on 1800 252 476.
What if I don’t have an email address?
You can sign up for an email account through free providers including Gmail, Yahoo Mail or Mail.com.
What if I have made a mistake in the application?
Contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or on 1800 252 476.
What if I receive an error message when I try to apply?
Check that you have correctly completed all sections of the application form.
If you are still unable to complete the form, contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or on 1800 252 476.
What if I don’t receive my vouchers?
If you do not receive an email asking you to confirm your email address after submitting the online application form, please check your junk and spam folders.
If you do not receive anything within 24 hours, please do not try applying again. Contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or 1800 252 476.
What if I lose my voucher codes?
Contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or on 1800 252 476.
What can the voucher be used for?
The vouchers can be used for membership fees with Approved Activity Providers including Sporting clubs, Learn to Swim centres, Scouts, Girl Guide and Cadet organisations.
To find a list of activity providers click here.
Vouchers cannot be used for:
- individual equipment items or uniforms
- court fees or match day fees
- gym membership or classes run by a private gym
- travel to and from activities
- programs that run for less than six weeks
- activities that are part of the school curriculum or school-run competitions, including weekend inter-school sport competitions or activities
Can I use the voucher for dance classes?
No. Dance is not recognised as a sport by Sport Australia. DanceSport is a recognised sport and the voucher may be used if the club is affiliated with DanceSport Australia and meets the Approved Activity Provider eligibility criteria.
What if my local club isn’t an Approved Activity Provider?
Clubs must be registered as Approved Activity Providers to redeem vouchers. Contact the club to see if they have considered registering as an activity provider.
What happens if my child changes their mind about joining a club?
Activity providers cannot refund vouchers that have already been redeemed.
You will need to contact the club your child has joined to notify them. If the voucher has not been redeemed, you may use it at another Approved Activity Provider.
Can I use a voucher more than once if the activity costs less than $100?
No. Vouchers are single use only. Any remaining amount is not redeemable for cash and cannot be used towards membership at another activity provider.
Can I use my vouchers towards club fees I have already paid?
No. You must use vouchers at the time of registration.
Who can I contact for help?
Contact us at tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov.au or 1800 252 476 for help.
Changes to Close Contact Requirements
Changes to close contact requirements
Public Health has recently changed the rules for close contacts of COVID-19 cases so that they no longer need to isolate.
This means that if your child is a close contact – and importantly, symptom-free – they can attend school (except for support schools).
They would however need to pass a daily rapid antigen test before leaving home each day, for a seven-day period. Advice for close contacts is available on the Tasmanian Government Coronavirus website.
You will only need to let us know if your child is a close contact if they’re not attending school.
Close contacts should practise COVID-safe behaviours including good hand hygiene, physically distancing from others when they can and staying away from school if they have any symptoms.
While primary aged close contacts are not obliged to wear a mask in school, they can still choose to if it is practicable for them and they are happy to do so.
If your child is medically vulnerable and you have concerns with the changes to close contacts, then you may wish to work with your child’s medical practitioner to identify further options to reduce the risk of COVID-19 to them. If you have any concerns, please talk to us about alternative learning options.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our school office.
For more information about COVID-19, please visit the Tasmanian Government Coronavirus website or contact the Tasmanian Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738, or Department of Education COVID-19 Support Hotline at COVID19support@education.tas.gov.au or on 1800 816 057.
If you need support translating or interpreting this information, contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.
Managing COVID-19 in schools
This term, there will be some changes in how COVID-19 cases are managed in schools.
Our school will continue to work closely with Public Health to safely manage any COVID-19 cases, with a focus on testing students and staff who have symptoms.
The number of students and staff with COVID-19 will be closely monitored, and we will work with Public Health to respond as needed. If there’s an increase in cases, Public Health will tell us what we need to do and what actions families will need to take.
Parents and carers will no longer receive a message every time there is an individual case in a class or grade – unless students or staff are medically vulnerable.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our school office.
For more information about COVID-19, please visit the Tasmanian Government Coronavirus website or contact the Tasmanian Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738, or Department of Education COVID-19 Support Hotline at COVID19support@education.tas.gov.au or on 1800 816 057.
If you need support translating or interpreting this information, contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.
Covid-19 symptoms - What to look out for
COVID-19 symptoms to look out for
Thank you to our entire school community for your cooperation this term by practising COVID-safe behaviours.
As you know, an important COVID-safe behaviour is to stay at home if you’re unwell and get tested for COVID-19 using a rapid antigen test.
Public Health tells us that the number of cases of COVID-19 in children is low, and they’re likely to have milder symptoms.
It’s a good reminder to be mindful of the symptoms of COVID-19 in children. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 in children are cough, fever, runny nose and gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
For more information, please visit the Tasmanian Government Coronavirus website or contact the Tasmanian Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738, or Department of Education COVID-19 Support Hotline at COVID19support@education.tas.gov.au or on 1800 816 057.
If you need support translating or interpreting this information, please contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.