Dear Parents/Carers, Students and Friends of Prospect High School,

Grade 6 Orientation Day

Students from feeder primary schools enjoyed activities on Orientation Day last Wednesday, 25^th November. This visit was the final in a series of transition activities throughout the year designed to assist Grade 6 students to feel more at ease about starting high school. Wednesday was specifically designed for students to experience an authentic day in classes. Students were able to experience classes in classrooms that will be theirs next year. They also experienced MDT and Foods and were able to take home what was made.  Downball, activities in the gym and a barbecue, run by the 2020 SLB, were a feature at lunchtime. Feedback from students indicates they are now looking forward to starting in 2021 and feel more prepared. Thank you to Mr Mario Bergamin and Mr Brendan Poke for organising the day, and to teachers and non-teaching staff for assisting in the smooth running of the day.

Many thanks to parents for the positive feedback received about orientation day.

If there are any parents who would like letters, brochures or folders of information, please contact the office on 63444744.

Inter-High Athletics Carnival

Prospect High School finished third overall and also third in the senior and junior shields in the Inter-High Athletics Carnival on Friday, 22^nd November. This is a significant achievement to be in the top three placings for a second year in a row with solid performances from all team members. I was very impressed with the skill shown by competitors and encouragement from supporters during my visit to St Leonards.  All team members are to be congratulated on this fantastic result which was due to effort and sportsmanship from all team members. Students were outstanding with both behaviour and effort. A big thank you to Ms Ellie Couch and Mr Poke for their organisation, training and support, and to Mr Mario Bergamin, Ms Holly Geard and Mr Dom Wright for their assistance on the day. Congratulations to Rowan Allen who came second in the 200m. Rowan ran a faster time than the previous record. Thanks to parents who came along to support our team.

AFLW – Grand Final

Congratulations to the Grade 9/10 AFLW team who won the Grand Final against Queechy High School yesterday. Prospect High School hosted the Grand Final and a large crowd of Prospect and Queechy student spectators enjoyed the competitive game.  Congratulations to Tunisha for being awarded best on the ground.(photo/s attached)

Term One Changes

Please be advised that there have been some changes to the Term 1 school holiday dates.

The end date for Term 1, 2021, has been brought forward to allow the school holiday period to commence immediately following Easter Tuesday.

This means that students will not have to return to school for three days between Easter break and Term 1 school holidays, which was previously the case.

The overarching reason behind this decision is to allow for greater learning continuity for students.

The new arrangements are as follows:

With the school holidays falling directly after Easter, it will be an ideal time for your family to take advantage of the extended holiday period!

All Term dates for 2021 can be found on the Department of Education website at www.education.tas.gov.au/about-us/term-dates/term-dates-2021/

Mrs Lee Barker
Principal

2021 Levies - Ratified by School Association on 27^th October 2020. 

• Grades 7 and 8    $550.00
• Grades 9 to 12     $575.00 
• In 2021 the preferred method for paying levies will be via BPay.  If you prefer to pay for levies at the school office, please do so after you have received your invoice and during school hours.
  Parents have the option to arrange an appointment with the School Business Manager to discuss payment via payment plan or Centre Pay.
• In 2021 students will be issued with their stationery pack on their first day at school, Wednesday 3rd February (Not collected from the school).

2021 UNIFORM PURCHASES

If you would like to purchase uniforms this year, the uniform shop is open during school hours 8:00am – 3:30pm until the 17th December 2020.

In 2021 our preferred option for purchase and payment of uniform items will be via the Qkr app.  If you don’t currently have this handy app, please download to your phone for payment of uniform and canteen orders. See attached instructions.

Once your order is received it will be packed for pickup via the school office. 

For parents who cannot order via Qkr or need to check sizing, you will be required to book an appointment time in 2021 by phoning the administration office on 6344 4744.

2021 school opening hours will be from Wednesday, 20th January 8:30am – 3:00pm.  The school will be closed on 26th January, Australia Day.

The Friday Eats crew have continued to be busy with their Friday lunch trade.

The past two weeks have been amongst our busiest, with a lunch menu featuring an open beetroot falafel wrap with a range of vegetarian sides, and for the meat-eaters, a loaded chicken burger (with the BEST onion rings in town).

Morning tea has consisted of our ever-popular lemon cheesecake, which students have perfected over the term.

Our take-home pizza option is also keeping the crew busy and keeping staff happy on a Friday evening.

The program is only as successful as it is because of the hard work, dedication and preparedness to learn by all student participants.

It has been a privilege to watch them grown in confidence and ownership of the Friday Eats program as the year has progressed. I look forward to seeing how they finish off the year.

A great job crew!

Over the past 6 weeks, Grade 7 students were encouraged to be involved in a weekly lunchtime volleyball competition run by our two University prac students, Dom Wright and Holly Geard. Having practised their skills throughout Term 3, there was a high level of skill, sportsmanship and competition. Grade 7 Care classes versed each other twice over a rotational roster with finals being held in Week 7 of Term 4. The grand final saw 7.4 taking out top spot defeating 7.1, 38-13 respectively. Mr. Wright and Miss G. would like to congratulate all Grade 7 students who participated in this competition and for their continued effort, fairness and teamwork throughout.

Mr. Wright & Miss G.

This week all Grade 7 students are being tested mentally and physically through participating in the Hollybank Adventure experience. Students have been challenged on the high ropes course, while also undertaking team-based activities in the forest.

Last week our Grade 7 Student Representative Council held a small stall to raise funds for Cancer Council in honour of Mrs. Tatiana. With the help of our Tier 2 cooking program, the students made muffins, slice and cookies – all of which were a huge success. Overall, they raised a total of approximately $130.

Last week a selected group of Grade 7 students were given the opportunity to be involved in a high impact program through the Beacon Foundation. The program is based around the work-readiness series. Areas covered were aspiration, growth mindset, resilience, teamwork, goal setting, personal values, and self-belief. Thank you to Jake who facilitated the program and to Dave from the PCYC.

Some feedback from students included:

“It showed me that we need to have values, because before I didn’t think I was good enough for values, but now I do”

“I thought this program was valuable because I can use what I learnt today outside of school”

“This has helped me identify my own values, and this can help me in the future to get a job”

“It taught us what values we want and should have, and how first impressions make a difference”

“This helped me realise my personal values and will help me get a job in the future”

ClickView is a website that allows teachers and students to access a range of educational videos and resources. We are opening up this resource to families to use over the holidays. With your child’s school login details, you will be able to access a range of movies and TV shows free of charge. Simply log in to the website, click on libraries, and you will see the icon Movies and TV. The range includes Marvel, Disney, Christmas movies, documentaries, TV shows & more…something for everyone

Grade 7

William has been nominated as a Grade 7 working wonder this week for being a kind and considerate class member. William takes a genuine interest in his peers and gives kind and mature advice to them. Keep up the great work Will! 

Grade 10

Aadyn consistently displays the qualities of the Prospect High School expectations. He is a dependable student, with a positive and pro-active outlook. He is a team player who always shows empathy and respect for those around him. Well done Aadyn.

Porsha is a quiet achiever who gives 100% effort to her studies. She is quiet, unassuming and dedicated to her work. She shows fairness and respect to those around her and is an all-rounder who endeavours to succeed. Well done Porsha.

School Executive

Principal
Mrs Lee Barker

Assistant Principals
Mr Mario Bergamin and Mr Greg James

School Business Manager
Mrs Debbie Chancellor

Grade Teams

Senior Grade Leaders
Grade 7 Mr Brendan Poke
Grade 8 Mrs Anna Musovic
Grade 9 Mrs Carmen Slore
Grade 10 Mr Scott Brewer
Years 11/12 Ms Jennifer Pollard

Grade Leaders
Grade 7 Mrs Katrina Dawkins and Mrs Hannah Derbyshire
Grade 8 Mr Will Reynolds and Mrs Leonie Smith
Grade 9 Mr Steve Andrews
Grade 10 Mrs Sonya Matthews  
Years 11/12 Mrs Jan Phillips

Support Staff

School Psychologist
Mr Gene Colgrave
(Mondays, every fourth Tuesday and Fridays)

School Social Worker
Mr Brendan Dixon
(Wednesdays, alternate Thursdays and Fridays)

School Health Nurse
Mrs Dani Seadon
(Mondays and alternate Thursdays)

Chaplain
Mr Sam Cogger
(Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Aboriginal Education Officer
Gareth Holt
(Wednesdays and Thursdays)