Options Evening

We are excited to welcome all current Year 7, 8, and 9 students and their families to our Options Evening on Tuesday, 22 October, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. This informative event will highlight the comprehensive overhaul of our options programs, offering an in-depth look at the enhanced choices available. Year 8 students will now have greater autonomy in selecting their options, while an additional options line for Year 9 and 10 students promises even more diverse learning opportunities. We encourage you to join us and discover these exciting new developments.

Athletics Carnival

Our annual Athletics Carnival will be taking place on November 21 and 22 (Week 6). We are set for two days of physical fun and teamwork, as each house battles to be the 2024 champion.

Parents and friends will be welcome to come along and spectate. Please ensure that students arrive to school prepared for two long days outside. We will have numerous shade tents and ample amounts of sunscreen set up around the site. Students will need to regularly ensure they slip on a shirt, slop on some sunscreen, slap on a hat, seek shade and slide on some sunnies. We also encourage students to consume plenty of water to avoid dehydration. The canteen hours will be extended, allowing students access throughout the day.

More information regarding event timetables, viewing areas and student expectations will be released in Term 4. We wish everyone a happy and active holiday.

Tall Timbers and Duck River Pavilion

Last week, our PoL Hospitality and Tourism, along with Hospitality and Catering students, enjoyed an unforgettable day in Smithton, organised by the Beacon Foundation. They explored the various departments of Tall Timbers Hotel and Resort, gaining valuable industry insights.

At Duck River Pavilion, students were motivated by MasterChef runner-up Josh Perry and his son Austen, an apprentice butcher. Josh treated everyone to his gourmet sausages and offered inspiring advice about future opportunities.

The day concluded with a visit to Duck River Meadows Robotic Dairy, where Saputo hosted a delightful cheese and honey tasting, showcasing local products.

Big hART and First Foods

Big Hart is working closely with our Hospitality students. Giving the students opportunities to work in a commercial kitchen with Chef Isobel Sykes and the Big hART team. Last week we started working with Isobel with her new community venture, First Foods, producing food and social support for new mothers. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to play a role in this process, not only developing important catering skills, but also develop the important soft skills including empathy, communication, social conscience and sense of community. This week students assisted in the production of the first run of granola which was gifted to guests at the Supper Series. The guests were asked to pay the gift forward to someone who is need of extra support. The menu was created from Seabrook Valley Farm produce, a local sustainable family business, Chef Isobel created a distinctive Greek theme. We all learned that onion weed/grass has a very mild onion/garlic flavour and added a wonderful subtle flavour to the flavoursome vegetarian dishes including Dolmades, whole wheat pita bread. We also met a local duck farmer, Bec and Paul, owners of a new sustainable business in northern Tasmania. The farm “Lone Goose Farm” is a sustainable Mascovy Duck producer. The next supper will be sought after with the theme of buffalo.

Battle of the Houses

We held our annual Battle of the Houses afternoon on Wednesday, 11 September. Students chose one of the ten activities on offer and went head-to-head against opposing houses. Attendance and participation were fantastic on the day with great feedback provided by our activity leaders. This day provided our students with an opportunity to step out of their comfort zone and experience a variety of learning opportunities. 

Pickleball

Students had the chance to jump into an afternoon filled with various challenges. Here is a group who took part in an exciting pickleball tournament, thanks to the fantastic support from Wynyard Pickleball!

Race to Glory

Here is the group that participated in the Race to Glory activity as part of our Battle of the Houses competition! They worked together to complete a series of intense 15-minute challenges.

Chess Challenge

Students had a fantastic time participating in the Chess Challenge, honing their strategic thinking under the expert guidance of Mrs Wilkinson.

Redesign Fashion Challenge

Movie and Pizza Night

What an incredible turnout we had for our Movie Night! Our students were having a blast, enjoying a spread of delicious pizza while they settled in for their pick of two fantastic movies. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as everyone relaxed and enjoyed the evening together.

Year 7 Science Highlights

This term, Year 7 students have been exploring fascinating topics in science, gaining deeper insight into the world around us. One of the key areas of focus has been the cyclic changes in the relative positions of the Earth, Sun, and Moon. Students have learned how these movements lead to natural phenomena such as eclipses, the changing seasons, and tides. They have discovered how the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun cause the seasons, while the moon’s gravitational pull influences the tides.

In addition, students have delved into the world of simple machines, understanding how basic mechanisms such as levers, pulleys, and inclined planes can make tasks easier by multiplying force. They have had hands-on opportunities to experiment with these machines and observe how they work in real-world applications.

It’s been an exciting term of discovery, filled with engaging lessons and activities that have helped Year 7 build a strong foundation in science!

Cruz is heading to Perth next month to compete in the Auscycling BMX National Championships! Ranked number one in Tasmania for 14 boys, this will be his second national event. After reaching the quarter-finals last year, he has set his sights on doing the same again, competing against 50 riders from around the country. As the only Tasmanian in his age group, Cruz has been training twice daily for the past six months as part of the Tasmanian Auscycling Development Academy. Good luck, Cruz!

Congratulations to Ciara, who has been selected as a state finalist in the National History Competition! She entered her piece titled 'The Rise of Australian Women in European Football' in the ‘Australian Women’s History’ special category. In November, Ciara will travel to Hobart to attend the Premier’s Award Ceremony. Good luck, Ciara!

Have your say on the future of Tasmania’s education system

The Tasmanian Government has established an Independent Review of Tasmania’s education system to improve the education system over the next 10 years. And they want to hear from families, children and young people of all ages, and members of the community.

There are multiple ways you can get involved:

1. Respond to the public Consultation Paper
2. Complete the survey for educators, families and the community
3. Complete the short survey for students
4. Submit a creative response to the question (for children and young people only): Imagine yourself at the end of school, what have you learned, what have you achieved and who do you want to be?

Submissions responding to the Consultation Paper must be submitted by Sunday 13 October 2024, and all other consultation opportunities will close on Sunday 27 October 2024.

Visit the Independent Education Review website to learn more or email contact@ier.tas.gov.au.

Term 4 - Important Dates 

Term 4 Start 14 October

Options Evening  22 October

Year 6-7 Transition 22 October

Student Free Day 1 November

Public Holiday 4 November

Athletics Carnival 21 - 22 November

Year 10 Exams 28 November - 4 December

Hellyer College Orientation Day 5 December

Year 6-7 Transition 5 December

Celebration Dinner 12 December

Community Involvement Day 13 December

Presentation Evening 17 December

School Picnic 18 December

Year 10 Assembly and Farewell 19 December

Term 4 End 19  December

SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS 8:15am - 3:30pm

Just a reminder that our phone number (TXT only) for students that are/will be absent is 0448 098 383. This number is for TXT notifications only and will not be answered by voice.

Our office phone number for enquiries or attendance reporting is 6442 2385.

Emails can be sent to wynyard.high@decyp.tas.gov.au

You can also be reported absences through the link on the top of this newsletter, or the Schoolzine app.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Purchasing School Uniform

School uniforms are no longer available to be purchased at school. Cassovic Tasmania is a local supplier who was awarded the contract to supply Wynyard High School with school uniforms.

To order uniforms, please contact Paul on 0419 247 249 or through the below link

We would like to remind our students of the importance of drinking water. Please bring a water bottle (preferably full) to school with you every day.