19 May 2023

Newsletter Articles

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: Trent Williams: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
School Chaplain: Bec Cameron: Tuesday and Friday
School Health Nurse: Julie Edrich: Monday

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Our Year 9 and 10 students attended a Life Choices presentation yesterday, where the focus was on making courageous decisions and challenging young people to think for themselves and consider the impact that choices have on themselves and those around them. We always endeavour to host such presentations here, as we believe that these messages are important and are aligned to the everyday core values that we follow at Exeter High School: Respect, Maturity, Acceptance and Learning.

Many of our students have excelled in various sporting events over the past few weeks. Our athletics team represented our school with pride at the recent inter-high carnival, where we finished fifth overall in Division 1. There were several outstanding performances in trying conditions, in particular the record-breaking efforts of Cammi Thomas in the Year 7 Girls 100m, long jump, triple jump and high jump along with Avery Thomas in the Year 10 Boys discus. We also had a number of students selected to participate in the Intra State Athletics Carnival last Friday. This is another example of the immense talent we have here at Exeter High School.

Cammi, Felicia, Noah, Jack, Lily-Rose, Rylee, Kai, Alexander, Brady, Avery

We held our annual Cross Country this afternoon and, once again, the participation and behaviour across the grades was outstanding. There were some excellent performances and Mr Stewart will detail these in the near future through our Facebook page.

As the cold weather is well and truly upon us, I would like to remind our parents that we are able to support families in the purchasing of uniform items where necessary. Hoodies are not a part of our uniform and must not be worn under uniforms. We have a range of warm items available to students and these can be purchased through our school administration team.

We have a large number of Year 9/10 students who are undertaking work placements this year across a variety of industries. These placements are invaluable to our students in gaining an insight into what it would be like to work in sectors such as building, childcare or hospitality. One aspect that students do need to consider, though, is that if they undertake a work placement, they must be willing to commit to the entirety of the sessions, which are detailed before the placement commences. Students must also be comfortable that they can catch up on any schoolwork missed on the days they are away from school in the workplace.

Mr Benjamin Frerk
Principal

CONGRATULATIONS

We wish to acknowledge these students and congratulate them on receiving a Term 1 Outstanding Application to Learning certificate.

Raywin, Jet, Cammi, Dean, Lilly, Manggayna, Rose, Lily-Rose, Thomas Cooper, Kallie, Asha, Cleveland, Zoe, Willow, Grace, Chloe, Henry, Jacob, Riley, Princezz, Cameron, Rachelle.

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:

Saxon from 7C: Saxon is a polite and friendly student who works co-operatively with his peers. He always tries his best and has impressed his teachers with his positive attitude towards his learning and the way he conducts himself at high school. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Kobie from 7A: Kobie is a polite and respectful student who consistently upholds our school values. She always tries her best and has impressed her teachers with her engagement in class and application to her learning. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Brett from 8B: Brett has made a fantastic start to the year and is applying himself well in all core classes. He is also being recognised for the kindness he has shown towards the new students in the grade. Brett has made them feel very welcome and showed initiative to ensure their options were organised and they knew how to get to their classes. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Cayne from 8D: Cayne is a quiet achiever who listens attentively to instructions and always gives his best in everything he does. He is a kind and friendly member of 8D who can be relied upon to work co-operatively with anyone. Cayne has impeccable manners and is a valued member of the grade. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Ben from 9C: Ben is a hardworking, polite member of 9C who always takes a positive approach to learning tasks. He is respectful towards peers and staff. Ben completes all his work to the best of his ability. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance

Hannah-May from 9B: Hannah-May has demonstrated a conscientious approach to learning. In doing so, she has made excellent progress in her core and option learning areas. She is an enthusiastic, polite, and friendly member of her class and is always respectful to others. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity & Acceptance.

Olivia from 10C: Olivia is a valued member of 10C. She approaches her learning in a quiet and positive manner. She is always punctual to class and prepared for learning and shows respect towards peers and teachers. Olivia is a collegial student who has been very active in raising funds through the Easter raffle and chocolate drive for the benefit of the whole grade. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity and Acceptance.

Lee from 10C: Lee is a polite and respectful student who demonstrates a strong work ethic. He can work independently and with others. Lee will go above and beyond to help others, highlighted by his outstanding efforts to raise money for the grade – selling numerous raffle books and chocolate boxes for the benefit all. Values demonstrated: Respect, Learning, Maturity and Acceptance.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YEAR 7 ENGLISH?

In English, Year 7 students are very busy completing their Spirited Away assignments. Earlier this term, they watched Spirited Away, an animated feature film in which the protagonist, 10-year-old Chihiro, develops the courage and perseverance needed to rescue herself and her parents from the witch Yubaba. The assignment includes three components:

• Describe how each of the stages of the Hero’s Journey is expressed in Spirited Away
• Discuss how Chihiro is transformed by her adventure
• Identify lessons from the film that might inform your attitude and achievement in English

For many students, it’s the first time they’ve prepared a comprehensive response to a text. They’re doing a great job, writing detailed assignments of 1000+ words. Next term, Year 7 students will study Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. We look forward to sharing their learning with you.

Mrs Fox, Mr Lendvay and Dr Shorter

MOUNTAIN BIKING REPORT

On Friday May 5th, on a very rainy day, a dedicated band of professional mountain bikers ventured to the Trevallyn nature reserve to compete in the All-Schools State Mountain Bike competition. Year 10 student Samuel Stocker, Year 9 students Jack Porteus and Abe Kemsley, alongside Year 7 student Cruze Wells, were outstanding in their age group events. To kick off the day, Cruze made an awesome effort racing in the U15’s cross country event, while Jack, Sam and Abe peddled over to the timed-downhill enduro stage. Later in the day, the older boys raced their cross-country circuit, with Cruze taking his turn to fly down the enduro. With a few mechanical difficulties and Cruze borrowing Mr Lendvay’s bike after his dropper post malfunctioned, heaps of muddy bikes, splatter, and lots of laughs filled with enjoyment, we all had a joyful day. Thanks to Mr Clarke and Mr Lendvay for organising the day, and we are already looking forward to competing again next year. It is a great opportunity for students to enter a race and gain experience at a state level.

By Jack Porteus

SLC SOCIAL

The SLC will be holding a “First Letter of Your Name” whole school social on Thursday 1st June 2023, from 6.00pm to 8.30pm sharp. Come dressed as anything that starts with the first letter of your name! The social will be held in the Student Centre and doors will close at 6.30pm.

Cost $3.00 (or $5.00 for 2 students in 1 family)
Soft drinks $2.00 + some snacks will be available to purchase.

Tickets will be on sale Wednesday 24th, Thursday 25th and Friday 26th May at recess and lunch from SLC members. Permission slips must be returned with payment. There will be no door sales.

FREE PARENTING PROGRAM

The program is designed to support parents of teenagers struggling with school attendance (often called ‘school refusal’) due to anxiety and/or depression. The program is self-guided and completed entirely online.

The program is called Partners in Parenting – Education (‘PiP-Ed’). PiP-Ed is a new, updated version of the award winning, evidence-based parenting program ‘Partners in Parenting’. PiP-Ed provides parents with personalised and practical parenting strategies to respond to their teenager’s anxiety, depression, and school attendance difficulties, with the aim of improving their parenting confidence and supporting their teen’s mental health and education.

Who is the program for?

The program is designed for parents/guardians of teenagers aged 12 to 18 who:

• Have difficulty attending school due to anxiety, depression, or emotional distress.
• Live in Australia
• Are proficient in English.
• Have regular internet access.

CALENDAR

Calendar – Term 2, 2023

TERM 2

May

June

July

*Calendar is updated fortnightly – please check as there could be changes to previously advertised dates.

COMMUNITY CORNER

RSPCA TASMANIA MILLION PAWS WALK - -SUNDAY 21st MAY 2023, HERITAGE FOREST

TAMAR ROWING CLUB INVITATION – SATURDAY 3rd JUNE 9.00am AT CLUB ROOMS 14 WEST TAMAR ROAD - NEXT TO TAMAR MARINE

COME AND TRY ORIENTEERING – WINDSOR PARK, 20 MAY OR HERITAGE FOREST, 27 MAY

BEACONSFIELD YOUTH CENTRE

IRENE PHELPS ART YOUTH COMPETITION AND EXHIBITION – NOW OPEN