25 November 2022

Newsletter Articles

Assistant Principals

Paul Stevenson
Andrea Saville

Grade Leaders

Grade 7: Elle Fox
Grade 8: Lenny Towns
Grade 9: Allison Stone
Grade 10: AST: Sharon Parish

Support Services

School Psychologist: Caitlyn Osborne: Wednesday (fortnightly), Thursday and every second Friday
Social Worker: Isabel Casey: Tuesday, Thursday and every second Friday
School Chaplain: Bec Cameron: Wednesday & Friday
School Health Nurse: Dave Mackay: Monday

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

We are already more than halfway through Term 4 and the last few weeks will, no doubt, fly by as they always do at this busy time of year. Our Year 10 students have established clear study and work pathways for 2023, and they, along with the Year 10 teaching team, are to be commended on this. Similarly, our Year 12 students have had another successful year and have set themselves up to be successful in their future endeavours.

Next year’s Year 7 students attended the school on Wednesday for their Orientation Day. This was a huge success. Students were able to experience ‘a day in the life’ of a high school student and get a taste of what to expect next year. Thank you to Mr Lendvay and Mrs Fox for all the organisation that went into this day, setting these students up for a smooth transition to Exeter High School next year.

Mrs Robinson, Mrs Saville and Mr Stewart took our Inter-High Athletics Team to the inter-schools competition last week. Our team did us proud once again. I am always impressed with how Exeter High School punches above its weight in these events. This is due to the outstanding attitude and application that our students have towards representing our school.

In readiness for end-of-year activities, it is very important that students bring all the necessary permission forms back to allow them to attend these fun days.

Benjamin Frerk
Principal

EXCELLENCE AT EXETER

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:

Braydenlee from 7C: Braydenlee has made excellent progress in Year 7. He is a quiet achiever who has a positive attitude towards his learning and has impressed his teachers with his proactive approach towards following up outstanding work. Braydenlee’s settled approach to learning and high school life sets an excellent example to those around him. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Harvey from 7D: Harvey is a polite and friendly student who consistently applies themselves across all subject areas and always endeavours to produce work to the best of their ability. Harvey upholds our school values and is an excellent role model for their peers. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Darcy from 7B: Darcy has impressed teachers with his positive attitude toward learning, especially in English and Science. Recently, he has approached tasks enthusiastically and diligently, and his efforts have been rewarded with pleasing marks. Working to the best of his ability, Darcy is finishing Year 7 very strongly and setting himself up for a successful transition to Year 8. Values demonstrated: Learning & Maturity.

Nate from 8D: Nate is being recognised for his outstanding attitude at the Inter-high Athletics Carnival. As a valued member of the team, he selflessly “stepped up” to compete in a number of additional track events, including some Year 9 events. His performances contributed greatly to Exeter’s success and his positivity was admired by staff and students alike – thank you. Values demonstrated: Respect, Maturity & Acceptance.

Joshua from 8B: Joshua is a quiet achiever who has displayed maturity, tolerance and respect during core classes. He can be relied upon to work co-operatively in groups and is equally confident and capable as an independent learner. Joshua willingly acts upon feedback and strives to do his best. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Damon from 9C: Damon demonstrates a mature and positive approach to all facets of his schooling. He displayed leadership qualities at the recent athletics carnivals and is always respectful in his interactions with staff and peers. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Dakoda from 9B: Takoda is a polite student who demonstrates a high level of ability across all Core subjects. He is polite in his interactions with teachers and peers and often assists other students in his class. Takoda also did very well at the school’s recent athletics carnival. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning & Maturity.

Aidan from 10A: Aidan is a quiet achiever who consistently upholds our school values. He is courteous and reliable, and his respectful behaviour towards both staff and students is evident daily. Aidan is punctual and prepared for all lessons and displays maturity through his willingness to work with others. He applies himself conscientiously in all lessons and consistently meets deadlines for task completion in all subject areas. Aidan has represented the school at the Inter-High swimming earlier this term. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Camrin from 10C: Camrin has demonstrated a mature approach in regards to his participation in the school athletics program and his focussed and enthusiastic involvement in the enrolment/transition process for Year 11. Value demonstrated: Maturity.

GRADE 9 RUGBY TOP - ORDERS

As a part of year 10 celebrations in 2023, students in Grade 9 have the opportunity to have their last name printed on the back of their rugby top ready for the start of their Grade 10 year. Some students will already have a rugby top as part of their uniform and are welcome to use their current top.

Those students who don’t have a rugby top are able to purchase one from the Uniform Shop. All sizes will be available to try on at the Administration office.

Please complete the form, available from your Grade Leader, and return it to the Administration Office by Monday 5 December 2022. Payments will be required by Thursday, 22 December.

Calendar – 2022

November

December

2023 TERM DATES FOR STUDENTS

Term 1,2023
8 February – 5 April

Term 2, 2023
26 April – 7 July

Term 3, 2023
25 July – 29 September

Term 4, 2023
16 October – 21 December

COMMUNITY CORNER

Sunday 11 December, West Tamar Carols

West Tamar Carols are happening again this year on Sunday 11th December from 5pm to 8pm. The event is free and designed for families to come along with a chair or picnic rug and join in the festivities. Food and coffee vans will be available throughout the evening.

2023 Exeter Show - Saturday 25 February 2023, (more details to come)

Legana Christmas Outdoor Cinema

An Outdoor Cinema event will be held at the Legana Recreation Ground on Friday, 2 December. This is a Free Community event. Tickets available from the link below. Note, this event is weather dependent – ticket holders will be notified of any changes.

West Tamar Lions Club Exeter Market Dates

Sunday 11 December 2022
Sunday 8 January 2023
Sunday 5 February 2023
Monday 13 March 2023
Monday 10 April 2023

GARDEN FETE – 27 NOVEMBER 2022

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE TO VISIT EXETER ON WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 2022