22 November 2019

Newsletter Articles

Assistant Principals

Paul Stevenson
Andrea Saville

Grade Leaders

Grade 7: Liam Fox
Grade 8: Naomi Cartledge
Grade 9: Skye Champion
Grade 10: Allison Stone

Support Services

School Psychologist: Annie Fitzgerald: Wed/Thurs
Social Worker: Sharni Gardner: Mon/Wed
School Chaplain: Paul Burton: Mon/Wed/Friday
School Health Nurse: Dave Mackay: Wednesday only

Breakfast Club is open 8:30am-8:55am on a Monday and Wednesday every week during school term.

Uniform Shop - EHS Uniform Shop is open every Thursday during school term from 8:45am-10:30am.

Principal’s Report

It’s that time of year again where we are reminded of what a busy month ahead we have. My most important message to all our students is that you need to make sure that these four weeks count by continuing to apply yourself in every lesson and following our school’s core values of Resect, Learning, Acceptance and Maturity.

Last night saw us hold our annual Exeter High School Arts Night where students displayed and performed their amazing work from the curriculum areas of Drama, Visual Art, Music and Dance. It was a treat for the parents and family members who came along to see the brilliant talent that we have here at Exeter High School. A big congratulations to every student who helped make this evening such a success, along with my gratitude to Mrs Youd, Miss Cartledge, Mrs Parish and Mrs Howie for guiding the performers in preparation for the night.

Our Inter-high athletes also represented the school today and performed admirably against the other Launceston High Schools. This was our largest contingent of athletes for some years and reflects the excellent work our Health and Physical Education staff do preparing our students for these events

Orientation Day will be here on Wednesday 27th of November and this will once again see the Grade 5/6 students from Beaconsfield and Exeter Primary schools attend our school to experience a normal high school day. I look forward to meeting these students on the day and a reminder that there is an Information Session that night at 6.30pm in the school library for all parents.

Many people will no doubt have seen how amazing the school farm is looking and Mr Fox also reports that the lambs are fattening nicely, and students are weighing them at regular intervals as a part of their program.

Benjamin Frerk
Principal

Parent Information Evening, Wednesday 27 November, Exeter High School Library from 6.30pm to 7.30pm

2019 Tatana Publication

We are currently in the process of preparing our end of year School Magazine (Tatana). Students family names will be in this publication. If you do NOT want your child/children’s full name printed in the publication, please advise Exeter High school on 6394 4366 or exeter.high@education.tas.gov.au by Wednesday next week (27 November). Changes can’t be made after this date due to printing deadlines.

Important 2020 Student/Parent Information to be returned by Friday 13 December

Starting Wednesday 27th of November a pack of information will be going home with all students. The pack includes important information for the 2020 school year, including the mandatory Validation and the Special Data Collection Form. Our school is offering all student’s the opportunity to go into a prize draw for returning the completed forms to the office or their Core teacher by Friday 13th December 2019.

Student Assistance 2020 information for new parents

2020 Bus Pass Information

End of Year Celebration Assemblies

Assemblies will take place as indicated below.

EHS Athletics Carnival 2019

What a fantastic two days of friendly Inter-house competition at our annual Athletics Carnival on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th November at Windsor Park. The weather forecast was not particularly welcoming, however we were lucky to persevere through the trying conditions to complete the 2 day program with the exception of the relays. The behaviour, attitude and effort from all those involved was commendable. The competition was close for first and second place over the two days and the decision to abandon the relays, may well have cost Oonah the win…

Congratulations to QUOIBA – the winning house and to all those students who participated for house points. An amazing effort from Brandon Leary in the Year 10 Boys High Jump has resulted in this record being equalled by 3 athletes at 1.70m in 2008, 2010 and 2019. The track and field champions and runners-up will be recognised with medallions and certificates respectively in our next whole school assembly.

A huge thank you to all the staff who assisted with the set-up of equipment and running of events and to the P & F who provided a fantastic BBQ and canteen.

OVERALL RESULTS

Jo Robinson

For Sale – School Magazines

Did you attend Exeter High School and don’t have a copy of your year books? We have surplus stock of some years that we would like to offer for sale. 2014-2018 books will sell for $5.00 each with all other years $2.00 each. Please contact the school office on 6394 4366 to organise purchase and collection.

Important Dates 2019

Term 4 Dates

Term 4

November

December

* Calendar is updated on a fortnightly basis.

Community Corner

Army Reserve Open Night – Launceston 26th November

The Army Reserve in Launceston will be hosting an open night on Tuesday 26th November. This is a perfect opportunity for students and parents and members of the public to explore the Youngtown Army Reserve base and see firsthand what life as an Army Reservist in Launceston involves. We hope to see you there!

Makers Market, Saturday 30 November, Register Now!!

Family Fun & Movie Under the Stars, Saturday November 30 – 3.30pm to 900pm

Windsor Community Precinct, 1 Windsor Drive, Riverside

Key attractions: Live Music, Christmas Carols, Makers Market, YMCA Activities, Outdoor Movie, Face Painting, and Food Vans.

Additional Information: Come along, being a picnic and enjoy an afternoon and evening of fun for the whole family!

Christmas in the Park Friday 6th of December 2019, 6pm-8pm

RSL Park, Beaconsfield

Key attractions: Live Music, Christmas Carols, Kids Activities, Face Painting, Free Sausage Sizzle, Card Making, Inflatables and a visit from Santa!

Additional Information: Come along and enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family!

Attendance is free to both events, with many activities provided at no cost.

Legana Community Carols by Candle Light, Friday 13 December at the Legana Christian Church from 6:30pm

Beaconsfield Youth – Term 4 program

Legana Youth – Term 4 program

107th Exeter Show – Saturday 29 February 2020 from 9.00am-4.00pm

Entries for this amazing show fall into the following categories of: photography, cooking, floral art, handicraft and novelty. The Junior Show schedule includes vegetable entries – so now is the time for all our budding junior growers to get planting. For more information please contact Hilary on 0438 944 725.

Beaconsfield Youth Festival, Friday 17 April 2020