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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
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.
Regards,
Bianca Munday
Acting Principal
School Production ‘You’re A Good Man, CHARLIE BROWN’
One week until opening night for our school production ‘You’re A Good Man, CHARLIE BROWN’!
Have you purchased your tickets yet?!
Show Dates
Friday, September 6th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 7th 7:00pm
Friday, September 13th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 1:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 7:00pm
Pricing
Family tickets $50 (2x adult + 2x children)
- additional $5 per child
Adults $20
Concession $12
Child/Student $12
Book your ticket now via the link - https://www.trybooking.com/CSDMG
We look forward to seeing you there!
School Production ‘You’re A Good Man, CHARLIE BROWN’
Our school production ‘You’re A Good Man, CHARLIE BROWN’ is fast approaching, with just over 3 weeks until our first show!
Show Dates
Friday, September 6th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 7th 7:00pm
Friday, September 13th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 1:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 7:00pm
Pricing
Family tickets $50 (2x adult + 2x children)
- additional $5 per child
Adults $20
Concession $12
Child/Student $12
Book your ticket now via the link - https://www.trybooking.com/CSDMG
We look forward to seeing you there!
‘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
Term 3 Sharing Evidence of Learning to Families
Dear Parent/Carer
Evidence of Learning Information
During Term 3 Parklands High School will be Communicating Learning Progress with Families. We hope this process enables parents and caregivers to talk with your child about their learning; identify strengths and their next steps to improve. Before Monday August 26, you will receive evidence of learning for the following subjects:
- HASS (Years 7 & 8)
- History (Years 9 & 10)
- Science (Years 7 & 10)
For these subjects your child will have a template that provides information on the learning task, the goals of the activity and a rubric that is aligned to their year level achievement standard. We hope this template provides context to your child’s learning and their assessment task.
Seesaw Link
This year, Parklands High School will be using the online platform Seesaw to further enhance the sharing and celebrating of student learning with families. Seesaw in a well-known, secure, educational portal for schools to share student work and communicate with families. A link for Seesaw has been provided to your email address, or you can access Seesaw by this link:
If your child doesn’t have work sample, this may be due to them being away whilst the learning activity was being completed or they didn’t provide their best effort. If you don’t receive a work sample, we encourage you to contact the teacher to discuss why.
Parent Teacher Information
Parent Teacher evenings are an important part of supporting your child’s learning. We hope by sharing with you our Parent Teacher dates that you and your family can plan on attending these meetings. These conversations on student learning are even more meaningful when the student attends. We have opened our Parent Teacher bookings for Term 3.
Parent Teacher Evening Term 3 – Wednesday August 21, 3:30pm – 6:30pm
https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/view-session/22
Our teachers have worked incredibly hard this term to provide work samples for every student in HASS and Science. This is no small feat, with over 800 samples collected! I want to publicly thank our dedicated staff for their efforts.
If you have any questions about your child's learning or wellbeing, please don’t hesitate to contact their teacher through the school office at 6464 0600.
Regards,
Sam Wells, Assistant Principal
Magella Dudley, Principal
Production Crew: IMPORTANT INFORMATION Term 3
Dear Parent/Carer
Your young person has opted to be a part of the backstage crew for the 2024 Parklands High School Production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Please read the information below regarding rehearsals held outside of school times, and a brief overview of the Production show schedule to let you know when students are required to attend.
Please read and complete the permission form by Monday, August 5.
https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/form/181
Production Crew: IMPORTANT INFORMATION Term 3
Rehearsals:
In preparation for the Parklands High School 2024 Production, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the cast and crew will have an after school rehearsals in Week 2 of Term 3. This rehearsal will take place from 3pm, in the Performing Arts Centre, where attendance will be taken. Students will also have a weekend day rehearsal on a Saturday afternoon at the end of Week 5, Term 3.
Rehearsal 1: Thursday August 1st, 3:00pm-4:30pm (Week 2)
Rehearsal 2: Saturday August 24th 1pm-4:00pm (Weekend between Week 5 & 6)
It is important that ALL cast/crew members attend these rehearsals.
Students are required to supply their own water bottle and snacks for all rehearsals, and lunch on the Saturday and holiday rehearsals. They are permitted to change into their HPE uniform before each afternoon rehearsal commences. Students are asked to wear comfortable, school appropriate clothing to their Saturday rehearsal. Students have been informed that all electronic devices must remain away for the duration of the rehearsals, as in regular classes. Photos of the rehearsal process will be taken on school cameras and published to the school Facebook page where photo permissions allow; students are not to take photos on their own devices during rehearsals.
Parents and guardians are responsible for the safe and prompt pick up and drop off of students; students will not be left alone and will sign in and out of all rehearsals.
The rehearsals are an opportunity to run sections of the production with the actors and dancers, and some backstage team in attendance during Term 3. Students will be working with Miss Codi Lincoln (Musical Director), Mrs Vennessa Harney (Set Design and Cnstruction, Costume Design and Construction), Keisha Carey (Choreographer), Georgia Odgers (Vocal Coach), and Miss Sami Cordwell (Director).
Bump In Dates:
In the lead up to the Production students will be out of class Monday to Wednesday of week 7 in order to participate in Tech Runs and Dress Runs. We will do our best as a Production Team to minimise the amount of time students spend out of class for the Production, and confirm with individuals in Term 3 which blocks of the day they will be in Production.
Monday, September 2nd –Tech Run
Tuesday, September 3rd –Tech/Dress Run
Wednesday, September 4th –Dress Run
Show Dates:
Tickets for the Production are on sale now via Try Booking https://bit.ly/3Xt7Kie and the performance dates for students are as follows:
Friday, September 6th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 7th 7:00pm
Monday, September 9th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Tuesday, September 10th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Wednesday, September 11th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Friday, September 13st 7:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 1:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 7:00pm
All students involved in Production are being supported by production staff in balancing their workload throughout this time and the staff at Parklands High School are maintaining High Expectations whilst supporting students in this artistic endeavour. Please encourage students to contact Miss Sami Cordwell (Director, samantha.cordwell@decyp.tas.gov.au) with clarifying questions or if they need further support.
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at school.
Kind regards,
Sami Cordwell, Arts Coordinator
Codi Lincoln, Music Teacher
Magella Dudley, Principal
Reminder - Production Crew: IMPORTANT INFORMATION Term 3
Dear Parent/Carer
Your young person has opted to be a part of the backstage crew for the 2024 Parklands High School Production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Please read the information below regarding rehearsals held outside of school times, and a brief overview of the Production show schedule to let you know when students are required to attend.
Please read and complete the permission form by Monday July 29th.
https://parklandshs.schoolzineplus.com/form/181
Production Crew: IMPORTANT INFORMATION Term 3
Rehearsals:
In preparation for the Parklands High School 2024 Production, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the cast and crew will have an after school rehearsals in Week 2 of Term 3. This rehearsal will take place from 3pm, in the Performing Arts Centre, where attendance will be taken. Students will also have a weekend day rehearsal on a Saturday afternoon at the end of Week 5, Term 3.
Rehearsal 1: Thursday August 1st, 3:00pm-4:30pm (Week 2)
Rehearsal 2: Saturday August 24th 1pm-4:00pm (Weekend between Week 5 & 6)
It is important that ALL cast/crew members attend these rehearsals.
Students are required to supply their own water bottle and snacks for all rehearsals, and lunch on the Saturday and holiday rehearsals. They are permitted to change into their HPE uniform before each afternoon rehearsal commences. Students are asked to wear comfortable, school appropriate clothing to their Saturday rehearsal. Students have been informed that all electronic devices must remain away for the duration of the rehearsals, as in regular classes. Photos of the rehearsal process will be taken on school cameras and published to the school Facebook page where photo permissions allow; students are not to take photos on their own devices during rehearsals.
Parents and guardians are responsible for the safe and prompt pick up and drop off of students; students will not be left alone and will sign in and out of all rehearsals.
The rehearsals are an opportunity to run sections of the production with the actors and dancers, and some backstage team in attendance during Term 3. Students will be working with Miss Codi Lincoln (Musical Director), Mrs Vennessa Harney (Set Design and Cnstruction, Costume Design and Construction), Keisha Carey (Choreographer), Georgia Odgers (Vocal Coach), and Miss Sami Cordwell (Director).
Bump In Dates:
In the lead up to the Production students will be out of class Monday to Wednesday of week 7 in order to participate in Tech Runs and Dress Runs. We will do our best as a Production Team to minimise the amount of time students spend out of class for the Production, and confirm with individuals in Term 3 which blocks of the day they will be in Production.
Monday, September 2nd –Tech Run
Tuesday, September 3rd –Tech/Dress Run
Wednesday, September 4th –Dress Run
Show Dates:
Tickets for the Production are on sale now via Try Booking https://bit.ly/3Xt7Kie and the performance dates for students are as follows:
Friday, September 6th 7:00pm
Saturday, September 7th 7:00pm
Monday, September 9th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Tuesday, September 10th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Wednesday, September 11th 10:30am (Schools show, closed to the public)
Friday, September 13st 7:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 1:00pm
Saturday, September 14th 7:00pm
All students involved in Production are being supported by production staff in balancing their workload throughout this time and the staff at Parklands High School are maintaining High Expectations whilst supporting students in this artistic endeavour. Please encourage students to contact Miss Sami Cordwell (Director, samantha.cordwell@decyp.tas.gov.au) with clarifying questions or if they need further support.
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at school.
Kind regards,
Sami Cordwell, Arts Coordinator
Codi Lincoln, Music Teacher
Magella Dudley, Principal