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Year 10 Polo Top
Dear Parent/Guardian
A reminder Year 10 Polo Tops orders need to be made prior to Friday, May 3.
Year 10 students have the opportunity to purchase a leavers polo shirt.
The shirts will cost $45 and need to be ordered from the link below. We will also share the link on our Facebook page. Orders will be placed directly through the company producing the shirts and will be delivered to the school to be handed to students. The site has PayPal, Credit Card and Afterpay as options for payments. Orders must be placed online and will not be accepted at the office. There is a size chart on the site.
https://www.ctclothing.com.au/collections/parklands-high-school
Students can opt to have their first name or surname on the front of the shirt. No nicknames will be accepted.
Students will be able to wear the polo shirt as part of their school uniform for all school events, except for the final assembly, where our usual uniform policy applies.
Students will need to have their order completed by Friday 3 May. We expect delivery before the end of Term 2.
If you have any questions around the process please contact Mr Allan Frankcombe on 03 6464 0600 or allan.frankcombe@decyp.tas.gov.au.
Female Polo Sample
Male Polo Sample
Regards,
Allan Frankcombe, Year 10 AST
Magella Dudley, Principal
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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
Dear Parent/Carer
School Photo Day is fast approaching.
Order your photos now - Image Order - Leading Image School Photos
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ORDER YOUR SCHOOL PHOTOS NOW
Dear Parent/Carer
School Photo Day is fast approaching.
Order your photos now - Image Order - Leading Image School Photos
Access Key - EE42ACB5
ORDER YOUR SCHOOL PHOTOS NOW
Dear Parent/Carer
School Photo Day is fast approaching.
Order your photos now - Image Order - Leading Image School Photos
Access Key - EE42ACB5
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
