15 March 2024

Assistant Principals

Paul Stevenson
Andrea Saville

Grade Leaders

Grade 7:   Elle Fox
Grade 8:   Lenny Towns
Grade 9:   Allison Stone
Grade 10: Sharon Parish and Dave Shorter

Support Services

School Psychologist: Caitlyn Osborne: Thursday and Friday
Social Worker: Steven Wright: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
School Chaplain: Bec Cameron: Tuesday and Thursday
School Health Nurse: Julie Edrich: Monday

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

As I have previously announced, I have won the position as Principal of Queechy High School and will start there next Monday 18^th March.

As I shared with our amazing staff here at Exeter High School, my family played a major factor in me applying for the position as I will be in town closer to them and be more active in their lives. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Exeter High School and am so proud of what we have been able to achieve in the last nine years. The last nine years have been an immensely proud period of my career, and I am so lucky that I have been able to share it with such an amazing group of people. We are leading the way on many educational fronts and that is due to the dedication and commitment that our staff have shown in making this school the place it is today.

I sincerely say that I am leaving Exeter High School in a tremendous position, and it has been a privilege to be part of this community for nine years. I also look forward to following the redevelopment that is about to commence, which will provide our students with the 21^st Century learning environments they so richly deserve.

With my departure, there will be several staff changes that will occur for the remainder of the term which I will announce by the end of this week. A new Principal will be announced in the coming weeks to lead the school in Term 2.

Mr Benjamin Frerk
Principal

EXETER EXCELLENCE

These certificates are awarded to two students in each grade in recognition of their efforts in upholding the school values and helping to make our school an excellent learning environment.

Congratulations to this fortnight’s students:

Bria from 7B: Bria is an outstanding student who has commenced Year 7 very positively. She has impressed her teachers with her engagement in class and application to her learning. Bria consistently upholds our school values, setting an excellent example to those around her. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity and Acceptance.

Ellie from 7C: Ellie is an outstanding student who has had an excellent start to high school. She applies herself across all subject areas and consistently endeavours to produce work of the highest quality. Her ongoing demonstration of our school values makes her an excellent role model. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity and Acceptance.

Gabriel from 8A: Gabriel is being recognised for his outstanding work ethic, and exceptional commitment to every task that he undertakes. He is always polite, punctual, respectful and extremely well-organised. Gabriel willingly supports others within the classroom and is a genuine asset to the grade. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Rose from 8C: Rose is a quiet, respectful, and courteous student who applies herself fully in class. She consistently produces a high standard of work and endeavours to extend herself where possible. Rose is to be commended on the excellent start she has made to the year. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Van from 9C: Van is a hard-working member of the class who always strive to do his best. He is respectful to all member of the school community. Van always presents in full school uniform and has respect for all learning spaces. Values demonstrated: Respect, Maturity & Acceptance.

Willow from 9B: Willow has a consistent approach to all aspects of learning. She sets an example for the remainder of the class with her exemplary behaviour and maturity. Willow works independently and stives to do her best at all times.  Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

William from 10A: William is receiving an Exeter Excellence award following his commendable start to Year 10. William’s efforts have been especially impressive in Fitness and Weights and Sport Education, where his enthusiasm, effort and supportive nature have been noted by his teachers. His positive attitude and work ethic is appreciated and will help ensure a successful final year of high school. Values demonstrated: Learning, Respect, Maturity and Acceptance.

Dominique from 10C: Dominique is receiving an Exeter Excellence award following her impressive start to Year 10. Dominique consistently upholds our core values of Learning, Respect, Maturity and Acceptance. Always, she conducts herself sensibly and demonstrates a conscientious approach to learning. She is polite and friendly and is setting herself up for a successful Year 10. Values demonstrated: Learning, Respect, Maturity and Acceptance.

2024 SLC

This year, the 2024 SLC team has decided to focus on building school culture. They are excited to bring some new and exciting things to the school and started with providing each student with a badge to recognise which house they belonged to. They plan to continue to build house recognition and competition in the school to create a strong culture and sense of belonging for every Exeter High School student.

We wish our 2024 leadership team the best of luck.

PRE-ORDERS FOR REVERSIBLE BUCKET HATS

YEAR 10 FUNDRAISING – EASTER RAFFLE

Students have received a raffle book of 10 tickets to sell to family and friends. Tickets are $1 each, $10 per book. Raffle books and money will need to be returned to school by Friday 22 March, with the draw taking place on Thursday 28 March 2024.

SAFEGUARDING TRAINING IN OUR SCHOOLS

We all have a role to play in keeping children and young people safe.  

This year, there is important training that anyone who works with children or young people must complete. This includes all our volunteers and service providers.

The training is compulsory under new laws designed to better safeguard children and young people in Tasmania.

It will help you understand what to do if you believe a child or young person is or may be being harmed, and to make sure you are doing all you can to prevent this from happening. The training will also tell you what you must report under the new laws.  

This simple, online training must be done as soon as possible, and you will need to complete it before you work with any children and young people this year.   

Once completed, you will receive a certificate, which you can save.  

To complete your training, simply visit Safeguarding Training. 

Thank you for leading the way in caring for our children and young people safe so that they can focus on living bright lives with positive futures.  

Andrea Saville
Safeguarding Lead

CALENDAR

TERM DATES AND HOLIDAYS 2024

Calendar – Term 1, 8 February – 12 April 2024

March

April

Term 2 - 4 Term Dates

Calendar will be updated fortnightly.

COMMUNITY CORNER

WEST TAMAR YOUTH OUTREACH SERVICE

NTFUA UMPIRING OPPORTUNITY

TAMAR DEMONS JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB

AFTER SCHOOL TENNIS AT BEACONSFIELD TENNIS CLUB

WESTERN STORM NETBALL CLUB

FREE 2b GIRLS – Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House

JUNIOR BADMINTON – ELPHN SPORTS CENTRE

BEACONSFIELD YOUTH CENTRE, MONDAY PROGRAM

BEACONSFIELD YOUTH CENTRE, WEDNESDAY PROGRAM

LEGANA YOUTH CENTRE

ROTARY CLUB OF LEGANA – EASTER EGG HUNT - SUNDAY 24 MARCH @ 10.00am

LYTE DRAMA CLASSES

GAMING FOR YOUTH

WEST TAMAR YOUTH & COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

VARIETY KIDS SPORTS DAY – LAUNCESTON, 22 MAY 10am-1pm