A Term Full of Growth and Opportunity

This term, our Year 10 students have been actively engaged in shaping their futures through a variety of career-focused experiences and transition planning. From updating their transition plans to exploring career pathways, it’s been a busy and rewarding semester.

Students have taken part in several exciting opportunities, including the White Card ALP program (supported by Miss Cindy Wescombe), ‘Work Inspirations’ excursions, and hands-on workplace experiences through our Work Skills class. In our Workskills class, many students have already completed placements or are currently involved in ongoing work experience. A special congratulations goes to Zachary Burns and Kodee Reeman, who have both secured school-based apprenticeships this year so far—an outstanding achievement!

In Week 9, all Year 10s attended the 2025 Hellyer College ‘Taster Day’. Students explored potential courses, met future teachers and classmates, and got a real feel for life at Hellyer. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Highlights included hospitality students leaving with bags of handmade goodies, animal studies students meeting two adorable lambs, and PHS students making their mark in the art and automotive departments. Cruiz, summed it up perfectly: “Best day ever!”

Looking ahead, students are encouraged to attend the Hellyer Information Evening on August 6th. Later in the term, they’ll also begin the formal enrolment process at our PHS Enrolment Evening on September 8th–9th. More details will be shared soon.

Another standout event this term was the Rotary Youth and Driver Awareness (RYDA) program. Students participated in workshops focused on road safety, including sessions with a crash survivor, demonstrations on stopping distances, and practical activities to understand blind spots. The inbuilt trampolines during break times were also a hit! A big thank you to the Rotary Club for hosting such a valuable day.

Next term promises even more opportunities, including planned excursions to the UTAS Cradle Coast Campus and Burnie TasTAFE.

Finally, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Ernie, our exchange student from France, who spent the past two terms with us. Ernie made a lasting impact on our school community, forming strong friendships and connections with staff. Her final day was celebrated with an Aussie-themed party—complete with saveloys (thanks Mrs. Steele!), Vegemite flavoured shapes, TimTams, and Milo. Thank you to Mrs. Harney for organising this special send-off.

Thank you to our Year 10 students for a fantastic first semester. We’re proud of your achievements so far and excited for what’s to come!