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Year 7 Camp – Leaders Support
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Dear Parent/Carer In Term 2, year 7 students are attending a grade 7 two-night camp at Paton Park located in North Motton. The camp is an opportunity for students to build connections through structured and purposeful activities aimed at fostering student's teamwork, resilience, leadership, and life skills. We are excited to extend an invitation to our student leaders to join us for our year 7 camp. As leaders within our school community, guidance, enthusiasm, and positive energy will greatly contribute to creating a memorable and enriching experience for younger students. Details regarding our upcoming camp are below. Please return permission slips by Friday May 17. When: Wednesday, May 22 to Friday, May 24 Where: Paton Park, North Motton Who: Year 7 students (by invitation)
Time: Students will be required to arrive at PHS on Wednesday, May 22 by no later than 8:30am for a gear check and briefing, before departing PHS at 9:30am. Students will return to PHS by 12pm on Friday, May 24. Parents and carers are encouraged to collect students upon their return to Parklands at this time. Students will be required to follow our school values and behave in a way that demonstrate these values prior to and during the camp. If students are not able to adhere to these expectations – they may not be invited to attend camp or parents or carers may be asked to collect their child from camp.
Itinerary Day 1: On arrival to Paton Park, students will set up camp and rotate through team building and survival challenges. Evening activities will feature an auction using Parkland’s Pounds that students have earnt during the lead up and at camp. Day 2: After a restful night sleep, students will participate in additional team building activities planned by our Year 10 student leaders. Day 3: Students will participate in a site clean-up followed by a Big Breakfast prepared by staff, before returning to PHS by 1pm.
Sleeping Arrangements Sleeping arrangements will include gender-based tents or Paton Park dormitory style accommodation. Staff will work with students to ascertain their preferred sleeping arrangements and to ensure that they are appropriately equipped for their stay. All students will be required to supply their own sleeping bag and pillow (see packing list). If your child is unable to access a sleeping bag – please contact school staff to discuss alternate arrangements.
Food
Please note the following:
Phone Policy Students will be expected to leave their phones at home or place them in the lockable boxes provided as per our school phone policy. Parents/carers will be able to make contact with staff and students on camp via the numbers below: 0438 721 949 0408 727 260 Equipment and Packing List On Day 1, students will need to be prepared with a backpack packed with the following items:
All remaining items included in the packing list on page 3 should be packed in an overnight bag or small suitcase. If students are unable to access or source any of the items included listed – please contact Emily Devlin as soon as possible.
Medication If your child requires medication while they are on camp – please contact our administration staff to ensure that you have completed the appropriate permission forms. Student medication will need to be administered by staff during this time.
Permission We ask that parents and carers complete their child’s Major Excursion and Aquatic Consent forms by no later than Thursday, May 16 to ensure that they are able to attend. https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/form/150 We are excited to be able to share this experience with our School leaders and year 7 students and we are looking forward to providing them with the opportunity to connect with each other outside of the classroom. Invitations will be contingent on positive behaviour and engagement displayed by students. Parents or carers will be contacted if there are concerns regarding a student’s invitation to attend camp. Students that choose not to attend camp or do not receive an invitation will be required to attend school and engage in a modified core curriculum timetable.
If you would like to discuss camp requirements in more detail or you have questions or concerns, please contact me via email emily.devlin@decyp.tas.gov.au or by phone on 64640600.
Kind regards Emily Devlin, Grade 7 Coordinator Magella Dudley, Principal
Paton Park Clothing and Equipment List All clothing and equipment must named prior to departure. CLOTHING
FOOD
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME
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Year 7 Camp – Leaders Support
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Dear Parent/Carer In Term 2, year 7 students are attending a grade 7 two-night camp at Paton Park located in North Motton. The camp is an opportunity for students to build connections through structured and purposeful activities aimed at fostering student's teamwork, resilience, leadership, and life skills. We are excited to extend an invitation to our student leaders to join us for our year 7 camp. As leaders within our school community, guidance, enthusiasm, and positive energy will greatly contribute to creating a memorable and enriching experience for younger students. Details regarding our upcoming camp are below. Please return permission slips by Friday May 17. When: Wednesday, May 22 to Friday, May 24 Where: Paton Park, North Motton Who: Year 7 students (by invitation)
Time: Students will be required to arrive at PHS on Wednesday, May 22 by no later than 8:30am for a gear check and briefing, before departing PHS at 9:30am. Students will return to PHS by 12pm on Friday, May 24. Parents and carers are encouraged to collect students upon their return to Parklands at this time. Students will be required to follow our school values and behave in a way that demonstrate these values prior to and during the camp. If students are not able to adhere to these expectations – they may not be invited to attend camp or parents or carers may be asked to collect their child from camp.
Itinerary Day 1: On arrival to Paton Park, students will set up camp and rotate through team building and survival challenges. Evening activities will feature an auction using Parkland’s Pounds that students have earnt during the lead up and at camp. Day 2: After a restful night sleep, students will participate in additional team building activities planned by our Year 10 student leaders. Day 3: Students will participate in a site clean-up followed by a Big Breakfast prepared by staff, before returning to PHS by 1pm.
Sleeping Arrangements Sleeping arrangements will include gender-based tents or Paton Park dormitory style accommodation. Staff will work with students to ascertain their preferred sleeping arrangements and to ensure that they are appropriately equipped for their stay. All students will be required to supply their own sleeping bag and pillow (see packing list). If your child is unable to access a sleeping bag – please contact school staff to discuss alternate arrangements.
Food
Please note the following:
Phone Policy Students will be expected to leave their phones at home or place them in the lockable boxes provided as per our school phone policy. Parents/carers will be able to make contact with staff and students on camp via the numbers below: 0438 721 949 0408 727 260 Equipment and Packing List On Day 1, students will need to be prepared with a backpack packed with the following items:
All remaining items included in the packing list on page 3 should be packed in an overnight bag or small suitcase. If students are unable to access or source any of the items included listed – please contact Emily Devlin as soon as possible.
Medication If your child requires medication while they are on camp – please contact our administration staff to ensure that you have completed the appropriate permission forms. Student medication will need to be administered by staff during this time.
Permission We ask that parents and carers complete their child’s Major Excursion and Aquatic Consent forms by no later than Thursday, May 16 to ensure that they are able to attend. https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/form/150 We are excited to be able to share this experience with our School leaders and year 7 students and we are looking forward to providing them with the opportunity to connect with each other outside of the classroom. Invitations will be contingent on positive behaviour and engagement displayed by students. Parents or carers will be contacted if there are concerns regarding a student’s invitation to attend camp. Students that choose not to attend camp or do not receive an invitation will be required to attend school and engage in a modified core curriculum timetable.
If you would like to discuss camp requirements in more detail or you have questions or concerns, please contact me via email emily.devlin@decyp.tas.gov.au or by phone on 64640600.
Kind regards Emily Devlin, Grade 7 Coordinator Magella Dudley, Principal
Paton Park Clothing and Equipment List All clothing and equipment must named prior to departure. CLOTHING
FOOD
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME
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School Photo Day - Monday, March 3
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School Photo Day is fast approaching.
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ORDER YOUR SCHOOL PHOTOS NOW
Dear Parent/Carer
School Photo Day is fast approaching.
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Parklands High School Connects: Teacher Time
Dear Parent/Carer
A reminder for our Meet the Teacher Night next Wednesday, March 27, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. Please complete the link, so we can plan for catering:
https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/event/1581
This year, we're offering a fun and relaxed format to help you connect with your child's teachers and learn more about their learning journey.
Format:
- Student Guides: Our awesome student leaders will be showing you the way to your child's grade level area.
- Grade Level Catchups: Meet your child's teachers and their grade-level team in a central location within the grade's area. This provides a chance for focused discussions about curriculum, expectations, and your child's progress.
- Student Work on Display: Teachers will be showcasing recent student work, giving you a peek into classroom activities and student achievements.
- Bring your Child: Parklands believes when there is conversations about a student that they should be present for this. This allows the school, parent and learner to connect, resulting in the student feel more supported, as well as, having greater clarity on our expectations.
Light refreshments and food will be available for students and parents from 5:00pm onwards in Grade Areas.
We're looking forward to a great evening! Please call the office on 6464 0600 for further information.
Regards,
Magella Dudley
Principal
Book and Uniform Sales 2025
Updated - End of Year Assemblies, Grade Activities and School Picnic
Dear Parents and Carers,
Please take the time to read the letter attached containing important information for End of Year Assemblies, Grade Activities and School Picnic. Please disregard the last email as there was an error with an Assembly time.
Updated - End of Year Arrangements Letter 2023.pdf
Regards,
Magella Dudley
Principal
‘Student Dress Code and Uniform’ Policy Review
Dear Parents/ Carers, Staff, Students and Community members,
We are fortunate to be part of a school community that values and takes great pride in all aspects of school life at Parklands. Our values of Respect, Responsibility, Growth, Courage and Connection are embedded within our school culture and are reflected in and upheld by students, staff and our greater school community. One aspect of this is the pride we have in our school uniform, reflecting our identity and sense of belonging.
Our schools ‘Student Dress Code and Uniform Policy’ is developed by the Parklands High School Association which represents parents, carers and our school community. The policy is aligned to the requirements in the Department of Education’s Education Act 2016 and considers appropriate and practical items for the daily work undertaken in the school environment, whilst also preparing our young people for the workforce.
Uniforms are an important part of any school, as highlighted in the Department for Education, Children and Young People expectations and policy. As stated, student dress code and uniform have a number of important functions, including:
- Promote a shared sense of school identity helping your child feel like they belong in their school
- Promote equality with all students
- Ensure your child is dressed in appropriate clothing for a range of school activities
- Assist staff with safety, by making students easily identifiable when outside or within the community
- Encourage students to take pride in their appearance and prepare for workplace expectations
- Promote and strengthen the profile and identity of the school and its students within the broader community
Our last review of our ‘Student Dress Code and Uniform’ Policy was in 2019 and amended in 2021. The Parklands High School Association has priorities this policy for review in 2024. We are therefore seeking input from students, parents/carers, staff and community members in relation to the policy review and invite you to complete the survey below reflecting your thoughts on the current uniform and suggestions in relation to any changes that would have a positive impact on our students and their learning. The survey is open from now until 5:00pm Friday 16 August 2024.
https://forms.office.com/r/5a5UuCrfPn
Below is a summary of our current uniform. A full copy of the policy is available on our school website - https://www.parklandshigh.education.tas.edu.au/
Whilst the policy is under review students are expected to continue to wear the correct uniform aligned to our current policy. Any changes to the school uniform and an updated policy document will be shared with the school community once it has been approved and ratified by the Parklands High School Association.
Regards,
Cynthia Chappell, School Association Chair
Magella Dudley, Principal
Uniform Expectations
The Everyday uniform consists of the following items. Items with school logo and shirts are available from the school:
BOYS:
- Black shorts (½ the length of upper leg with pockets), trousers or jeans. No stripes, logos or tears
- Blue dress shirt
- Black socks
- School shell jacket
- Black shoes and laces
- Plain black- or navy-coloured thermals under shirts during Terms 2 & 3 (optional)
- NO HOODIES, SHORT SHORTS or TIGHTS (including skins and compression shorts)
GIRLS:
- Summer dress (blue and white check) or winter tartan skirt
- Black trousers, jeans, or shorts (½ the length of upper leg with pockets). No stripes, logos, or tears
- Blue dress shirt
- Black socks or black stockings
- School shell jacket
- Black shoes and laces
- Plain black- or navy-coloured thermals under shirts during Terms 2 & 3 (optional)
- NO HOODIES, SHORT SHORTS or TIGHTS (including skins and compression shorts)
Compulsory HPE uniform HPE top with house logo
- HPE top with house logo
- Black sports shorts, sports skirt, sports tights, or track pants (no strips or logos)
- School shell jacket
- Non-marking sports shoes
- Optional – Skins or compressions shorts can be worn UNDER sports uniform
Optional
- Woollen school jumper
- House caps
- School beanie
Celebrating NAPLAN Assessments
Parklands High School celebrates the success of our students in the recent NAPLAN assessments. We extend our gratitude to our students, their caregivers, and our staff for their exceptional efforts.
Watch this video for further information - https://youtu.be/m57np2BaFSw
Regards,
Bianca Munday
Acting Principal