As we reach the end of another busy and rewarding term, I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge the many achievements we’ve seen across our school community. It has been wonderful to see our students so engaged in their learning and making the most of the opportunities offered to them. Their hard work and commitment have been clearly reflected in their progress and engagement with school.

This term has been filled with activities designed to support the growth and development of our students. Highlights included our MND Day fundraiser, which brought the community together for a great cause, and our Cross-Country event, where students enjoyed a mix of team-based activities and friendly competition for house points. The winter netball competition has provided outside a physical outlet for many students, with two of our teams making it into the finals—well done!

The Arts have taken centre stage this term. We were fortunate to host a four-day in-house drama program for 15 students, generously supported by The Smith Family. Parklands also proudly hosted the Drama and Dance component of the Burnie Eisteddfod, where many of our students participated and achieved fantastic results. We wrapped up the term with our biannual CreARTivity evening, a celebration of student creativity and talent that showcased the artistic side of our school.

Our Year 9 and 10 students have been exploring future pathways through a range of career-focused activities. With support from Beacon and The Smith Family, students engaged in career sessions, and our Year 10s attended the Hellyer Regional Collective Taster Day at Hellyer College, experiencing a day in the life of a senior secondary student.

We’ve also had valuable opportunities to connect with families through Parent-Teacher meetings, Evidence of Learning updates, and Mid-Year Reports. These moments of collaboration are vital in supporting our young people to reach their full potential, and we thank our families for their ongoing support and partnership.

As we head into the break, I encourage everyone to take time to rest, recharge, and reflect. Enjoy the holidays, and I look forward to welcoming everyone back for an exciting and productive Term 3.

Mrs M Dudley

Principal