Hi Everyone

It is hard to believe that we are six weeks into the term. Over the past fortnight there have been a great number of events and opportunities for our students to thrive and celebrate. We have had many visitors throughout the term; the external school review panel, visiting staff from our feeder schools, and department staff and presenters. The consistent feedback we receive from them is of the welcoming feel of the school, the politeness and manners of the students and a strong sense of calm with clear evidence of student engagement in their learning. This is something we are very proud of and is evidence of the contribution all members of our school community make to the positive culture and feel of Parklands High. Thank You!

This term has also seen additional staff joining the Parklands team as we continue to grow in numbers and broaden the learning opportunities for our students. We welcome:

Craig Hensley                    EFA - groundman
Cyndra Williams                Teacher
Jackie Kinch                      Teacher Assistant
Erryn Munday                    Teacher Assistant
Ainslie Haywood-Steers      Teacher Assistant

Last week we celebrated National Science Week. The Science team set up daily challenges. It was great to see such a high number of enthusiastic students eager to log on and complete the quiz. Congratulations to the students who participated in the quiz. Winners will be announced at the next assembly with certificates and prizes presented at this time. 

Friday has also seen the Young Tassie Scientist program held in the PAC. This was an opportunity for students to broaden their understanding of science and experience insights into working as a scientist or engineer.

This week has also seen our Year 8 students engage in the Beacon Foundation’s ‘Work Readiness’ program. This has been supported through Burnie Works and aims to spark interest and curiosity whilst also exploring how personal values and teamwork can help young people prepare for casual employment and career success. It is a great opportunity to encourage students to aspire and be curious about future career possibilities.

Over the past fortnight there has also been a number of events promoting health and wellbeing. It is always great to see students engage so positively with these. The events have included Girls Football Gala Day, Healthy Living Day and Winter Wellbeing Day. These events encourage students to be active and engage in activities to promote a healthy lifestyle.

We also have transition well underway for our 2022 Year 7 students. The program has supported school visits by staff, students attending additional transition sessions and a school visit by Year 6 students from our feeder primary schools.  At the other end of the school, our Year 10 students attended the Year 11 Taster Day at Hellyer, providing students with the opportunity to experience subjects and courses offered at Hellyer college and the regional secondary schools within the Hellyer Regional Collective. A group of Year 10 students also travelled to Devonport to participate in a hospitality day.

Mrs Magella Dudley

Principal