25 May 2017

Newsletter Articles

Key Dates

Thursday 25 May – Vaccinations – Gardasil (Year 7)
Wednesday 31 May – Years 7 10 Assembly (12pm)
Wednesday 14 June – Assemblies Years 7-10 (12pm), Prep-6 (1:30pm)
Wednesday 21 June – NWPSSA Cross Country Carnival
Thursday 22 June – Bravehearts (K-2)
Thursday 22 June – Vaccinations – Boostrix (Year 7)
Friday 23 June – CORES Training (Year 10)
Wednesday 28 June – Elevate Education Seminar (Years 9-10)
Thursday 29 June – Railton Assembly 2pm
Friday 7 July – Last day of Term
Monday 10 July – Friday 21 July – School Holidays
Monday 24 July – Term 3 commences

Principal’s Report

Dear Parents,

Staffing

Last newsletter I updated our school community on staffing changes for term 2. Since that time there have been a number of other staffing developments; Mrs Emma Dobson was successful in her application for the role of Acting Northern Manager, My Education 7-12 and will be in this role for at least the remainder of this term. I have also been able to recruit an Art teacher to cover the Visual Art classes. As a result of these developments there will be a number of changes that will impact many of the secondary classes. Mrs Caitlin Midson will continue to teach the 8-10 Hospitality class and will also teach the majority of Mrs Dobson’s 9/10 History and Work Studies classes, as well as supporting work placement organisation; Miss Jessica Eastburn will join us from Latrobe High School and will be teaching the Visual Art classes, some grade 8 Core classes and a grade 9 History class. Mrs Cindy Skirving will join us for the remainder of this term to teach some of the Food Technology classes. Ms Kris Carmody will continue to teach the 6/7 Drama class. As a result of these changes some of the timetables for the secondary grades have needed to be reshuffled. We are working to ensure sufficient opportunity for staff to transition into their new roles so there is minimal impact on student learning. If any parents have any questions or concerns regarding these changes please contact me.

Cross Country

Last Friday we held our cross country event at the school farm. It was a terrific day with many students participating and enjoying the run around the farm. The organisation and running of the event was supported by Leading Active Communities classes, our 11/12 students and HPE staff. These students along with the HPE staff and many other adult helpers manned checkpoints and encouraged students to complete the course ranging from 2.8km for the year 5s and 6s through to 3.4km for the secondary students. The event also provided an opportunity for HPE staff to select students to represent the school at upcoming inter-high and inter-primary cross country events. Well done to all participants for their efforts on the day and to all that contributed to the organisation, particularly our HPE staff, and our farm manager Mr Cox.

MUNA

Last weekend a group of Sheffield School students participated in the Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA) at Deloraine. MUNA simulates a meeting of the United Nations, and allows students to learn about diplomacy, international relations, public speaking, and critical and creative thinking.

Abbey Boutcher and Nathan Huett represented Brazil, whilst Balin Puccetti and Artyom Keddie represented Italy. All students are to be commended on the extensive research and preparation they undertook in the weeks leading up to the event. They should be proud of the mature and respectful manner in which they conducted themselves all weekend. This was a fantastic event, and would not have been possible without the Rotary Club of East Devonport, who generously sponsored our teams. Thank you to Tammy Huett, who sourced and created the wonderfully authentic national costumes for each team.

National Simultaneous Storytime

Yesterday, students from both campuses across our school participated in National Simultaneous Storytime. This annual campaign, now in its 17th year, aims to encourage young Australians to read and enjoy books. The campaign selects an Australian children's book each year and involves people from across Australia reading the same book at the same time! The book this year was The Cow That Tripped over the Moon by Tony Wilson and Laura Wood.

Mayor Don Thwaites was the special guest reader for the Sheffield based students and I had the pleasure of reading to the Prep-2 students at the Railton campus. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all children and attending families.

RON DALY
PRINCIPAL

Assemblies

March Class Awards

May Class Awards

Learning in Families Together (LiFT)

We are excited to announce that we now have a...

Board Game Library.

We are well stocked for some family fun over winter.

K-2 students at Sheffield and K-4 students at Railton will be issued with a family LIFT card which they will bring along at a designated time at their campus to choose from our pop up library. Below is a list of the games we have to offer and we will have a waiting list that children can add their name to.

Premier’s Reading Challenge

The 2017 Premier’s Reading Challenge is proudly affiliated with the Hawks Football Club and is coming soon.

The challenge runs from 13 June to 18 August 2017

For more information, head to:

Have You Got A Great Idea?

Tell us what activities or events you’d like to see happen in our school. Write it down and place it the LiFT suggestion box in the Flying Start room at Sheffield and the office at Railton, or you can email us: carly.sullivan@education.tas.gov.au

Launching Into Learning (LiL)

School Fundraising

Entertainment books are available for sale through the school with $13 per sale going to the primary school for their fundraising.

The cost is $65 for either a book or digital (mobile app for your smartphone) membership. You will receive lots of money saving opportunities – whether you’re travelling, dining out, getting takeaway, going to the movies, purchasing from Chemist Warehouse or wanting to participate in family activities – you’ll find fabulous savings using your membership.

To purchase please complete the membership form attached and return to either Sheffield or Railton campus office.

For more information please contact Sue (Sheffield campus office) on 6491 8222

Community Notices

Big House

Hippy

Junior Tennis Coaching

Southern Cross Cultural Exchange