Dear Parents/Carers

Regards

On Friday 21 June, the Year 7 students went to QVMAG museum and the Planetarium for a day of facts and fun. The stations at the museum were Questacon, The Objects Gallery, Transport through the Ages as well as Animals. Some of the highlights were Questacon where students got to solve puzzles and riddles based on science and the earth.

Everyone also loved the dinosaurs, where we got to look at real fossils and dead or extinct animals. We got to learn when dinosaurs went extinct and what minerals are rare and look like gold. There was also a rather interesting sugar cube on display that some of our less disciplined students tried very hard not to lick!

In the Planetarium we learned when the next solar eclipse will happen that will go over Australia, on 22 July 2028 and it will be clearly seen at the Sydney Harbour.

Overall, everyone had a fantastic day out at QVMAG and we hope to have more fun excursions in the near future.

By Shiloh, Madeleine, and Evangeline (7C)

Year 7 Contact Details

7A Class Teacher – Mrs Anu Grewal - anu.grewal@decyp.tas.gov.au

7B Class Teacher – Miss Isabella Darsaklis - isabella.darsakli@decyp.tas.gov.au

7C Class Teacher – Miss Eloise Hart - eloise.hart@decyp.tas.gov.au

7D Class Teacher – Mr Matt Battle - mathew.battle@decyp.tas.gov.au

7E Class Teacher – Mr Matt Chatwin - matthew.chatwin@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional teachers working with Year 7:

Mrs Renee Lunson - renee.lunson@decyp.tas.gov.au

Mr George Edmondson - george.edmondson@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 Leader – Mr Scott Brewer - scott.brewer@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 AST – Mr Robert Johns - robert.p.johns@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 Assistant Principal - Mrs Kate Hume - kate.hume@decyp.tas.gov.au

We invite parents to contact us either by email or by phoning the school 6343 1000.

I would like to thank all our Year 8 teaching team for their efforts over the last two weeks in supporting the finalisation of reports for students. Our staff play a crucial role in reporting learning progress to parents. It is our hope the regular communication helps parents stay informed about their child's academic achievements and challenges, allowing them to provide necessary support at home and to work with us in collaboration at KMHS.

The benefits of teachers and parents working together are significant when enhancing learning outcomes. This partnership creates a unified approach to education, where both parties can share insights and strategies to support a student's development. It also strengthens the relationship between home and school, promoting a sense of community and shared responsibility for success.

With our Kings Meadows High School Open Evening being held last night, we look forward to working further with parents and students to share learning progress across the various subjects on offer here while strengthening partnerships between home and school. We hope this collaboration fosters a stronger understanding of each students needs and encourages a positive learning environment both at school and home while promoting a better understanding of the various curriculum element being taught across the year group.

Before concluding this article, I would like to thank Charlotte Hammond for writing about her current learning in Drama for this newsletter and hope that you continue to enjoy the articles written by students, gaining further insight into learning across subjects presented through student voice.

In conclusion, I would like to thank all the Year 8 teaching staff for their hard work and dedication throughout Term 2.  Their efforts have made a meaningful impact this term. I wish all parents and students a well-deserved break during the Term 2 holidays and look forward to talking with you more during our Open Evening this week.

WHAT HAS BEEN HAPPENING IN DRAMA?

Charlotte Hammond 

In Drama, fellow students have been doing a play about Captain Abdul’s Little Treasure. This play is about a treasure chest bombing onto Captain Abdul’s ship and it turns out there was a baby in the treasure chest. So, the pirates call him little treasure and take care of him like he’s part of the crew. It is a fantastic play because everyone is enjoying it while bonding with new people and coming out of their comfort zone to perform. I know I have been really enjoying this play as I have been challenged to grow and perform in new ways while learning new things.

This play has improved immensely as we have been working on it for the past three to four weeks and working hard in preparation of sharing the play in front of others. I am excited to share this play and show off all our hard work in the future. Everyone in this play has committed themselves. I have made new friendships and have discovered that I have built my confidence through Drama. In Drama everybody has learned lines so quickly and really got into this play. When we share this play with others, I want people to understand how much effort we have all put into it and the lines we had to learn to memory just so we can share it with others.

Year 8 contact details:

8A Class Teacher – Mr Todd Nankervis - todd.nankervis@decyp.tas.gov.au

8B Class Teacher – Mr Leigh Richardson - leigh.richardson@decyp.tas.gov.au

8C Class Teacher – Ms Sherron Casey - sherron.casey@decyp.tas.gov.au

8D Class Teacher – Mrs Emma Dobson - emma.l.dobson@decyp.tas.gov.au

8E Class Teacher – Mr Dylan Warren - dylan.warren@decyp.tas.gov.au

8F Class Teacher – Mr Nick Stokes - nick.stokes@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional teachers working with Year 8:

Mrs Jade Howard - jade.howard@decyp.tas.gov.au

Mrs Jo Bent - joanna.bent@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 Leader – Miss Emma Attard - emma.attard@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 Leader – Mr Daniel Richardson - daniel.richardson@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 AST – Mr Nathan Karas - nathan.karas@decyp.tas.gov.au

Year 8 Assistant Principal – Mrs Kate Hume  kate.hume@decyp.tas.gov.au

Celebrations

Reports
Reports were sent home with students last Friday. We want to acknowledge the sixty Year 10 students who had greater than 90% attendance for the first half of the year. Congratulations also to our students who do attend every day they possibly can, despite some of the challenges and adversity they may be facing.

College Open Days
Well done to all the Year 10 students who participated so well in the College Open Days a few weeks ago. It was great to hear positive reports from college staff about our students’ engagement and participation on these days. These visits were all about students getting used to the college environment, getting a feel for potential subjects and meeting new people. If students wish to have another transition visit, please get in contact with Year 10 staff.

Melbourne Trip
Only 6 weeks to go! Everything is confirmed and booked with only a few final jobs to complete. There will be an opportunity for parents/carers to attend an information evening early next term (that will also be recorded for those unable to be there) to share all pertinent information and answer questions. Until then, please reach out if there is anything you’re concerned about or need to clarify.

Grade Focus

Our aim is for all students to finish the term off strongly by continuing to make positive choices and be responsible for their own learning. The College Open Days in Week 8 gave those who attended a real sense of what college life would be like next year and also may have surprised some students in terms of the maturity and commitment to learning required to succeed in Years 11 & 12. In the second half of this year students will need to make some important choices about their next steps and it is vital that they make these choices fully informed with all the information and pathways available to them.

Important Dates

• Write a Book in a Day – Monday 5 August
• LC Production – Thursday 8 August
• Launceston College Parent Information Evening – Thursday 15 August
• Melbourne Trip – 16 August
• Newstead College 2025 Course & Enrolment Information Evening – Tuesday 27 August

Year 10 Contact Details:

10A Class Teacher – Mr Chris Murray - chris.murray1@decyp.tas.gov.au

10B Class Teacher – Mrs Rebecca Glasby - rebecca.glasby@decyp.tas.gov.au

10C Class Teacher – Miss Mikhala Graham - mikhala.graham@decyp.tas.gov.au

10D Class Teacher – Mrs Belinda Selby - belinda.selby@decyp.tas.gov.au

10E Class Teacher – Mr Ben Killalea - ben.killalea@decyp.tas.gov.au

10EL Class Teacher - Miss Emily Lovegrove - emily.lovegrove@decyp.tas.gov.au

10F Class Teacher – Miss Steph Sheedy - steph.sheedy@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional Teachers working with Year 10:

Mr Richard Goss - richard.goss@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 10 Leader – Mrs Nicole Lynch - nicole.lynch1@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 10 Leader – Mr Stuart Withington (stuart.withington@decyp.tas.gov.au)

Grade 10 AST – Mr James Guy (james.guy@decyp.tas.gov.au)

Year 10 Assistant Principal - Ms Kate Blaubaum - kate.blaubaum@decyp.tas.gov.au

As part of our Positive Behaviour Support Program at Kings Meadows we will be acknowledging students who have been contributing positively to our learning environment.  This means that they have been supporting our school wide expectations.

Respect for others, self and environment

Organisation

Commitment to learning

Keeping safe

Sensible behaviour

We would like to acknowledge the following students:

Year 7:

Yasmin Black - For always trying her best in Maths and helping her peers. It’s a pleasure to have you in class. Well done Yasmin!  

Hayden Bennett - For following R.O.C.K.S. expectations and performing to the best of his ability in Maths. He is always willing to help others and is a positive role model. Keep up the good work Hayden! 

Year 8:

Reigan Green - For her constant positive attitude towards learning and for her consistent demonstration of our KMHS R.O.C.K.S. when learning.

Anabel Mary Joshy - For her excellent attendance this year and for her ongoing effort in learning while demonstrating all of our KMHS R.O.C.K.S.

Year 10:

Darcy McMahon – For his commitment to learning and using initiative to help others.

Lucas Chandler – For being responsible and displaying a mature approach to his learning.

In weeks 5 - 8 this term Senior Dance students worked on a Primary School Project. KMHS students worked with Year 3/4 students from the Primary Schools teaching them dance sequences and performing with them. This program is always well received and not only benefits the little ones but is a great learning opportunity for the Senior Dance students. Thank you to Youngtown Primary, Glen Dhu Primary, Perth Primary, Evandale Primary, Longford Primary and Punchbowl Primary for having as along!

Help us better understand any barriers that may be in the way and what supports are needed to help with getting to school.

The Department for Education, Children and Young People is doing statewide consultation on school attendance, closing on Thursday 4 July. 3P Advisory is independently running the consultation. Your answers are confidential, and you won’t be identified.

We want to hear from you. You can take part in an online survey, share or vote for suggestions, or join an online drop-in session via the 3P website. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.

You can also share your thoughts about what you like or don’t like about our Every school day matters campaign.

As a parent or carer, please have your say.  Please encourage your child/ren, too.

Every piece of feedback counts. Thanks for helping shape future DECYP initiatives, school-based engagement strategies and public awareness campaigns.

Last week, the senior Child Studies Class visited Glen Dhu Primary School and assisted in their classes from Kindergarten-Year 2. Kings Meadows students assisted with science classes, literacy and numeracy tasks. It was wonderful to see all students engaged and working with younger people from our community. Thank you to the teachers from Glen Dhu Primary School for making us feel so welcome and we look forward to visiting again later in the year.

Dear Parents/Carers 

As you know, we use Canvas at Kings Meadows High School to support teaching and learning.

The Canvas Parent App is a fantastic way to keep track of your child’s progress in class, and we urge all parents and carers to download this app.

If you scan the QR code below, you will be taken to a page with helpful tips and tricks, as well as some Canvas Parent FAQs.

If you require further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s grade leaders! Or, you may contact the Libraries Tasmania Digital Skills for Families team at digitalskillsforfamilies@libraries.tas.gov.au.

NBA Basketball School Australia is excited to announce their new upcoming July Holiday Camp in Launceston at St Patrick’s College, running from Monday 15 July to Friday 19 July. Each day of the camp focuses on honing specific skills crucial for player development:

• Monday 15 July: Finishing
• Tuesday 16 July: Shooting
• Wednesday 17 July: Ball handling
• Thursday 18 July: Passing
• Friday 19 July: Individual Defence

In addition to their holiday camp, they’re launching weekly 1-hour skill development sessions for committed players on Saturdays during Term 3. These sessions are tailored to different age groups:

• Group 1 (Ages 10-12): 9am - 10am
• Group 2 (Ages 13-14): 10am - 11am
• Group 3 (Ages 15-18): 11am - 12pm
• Group 4 (Reps only): 12pm - 1pm

The combination of an NBA-approved curriculum, expert coaching, international exposure, pathways to elite-level programs, top-notch facilities and equipment, NBA affiliation, and a focus on character development makes NBA Basketball School Australia the premier destination for youth basketball development in the country.

At NBA Basketball School Australia, they’re not just about basketball; they’re about nurturing well-rounded individuals equipped with the skills, knowledge, and character to succeed both on and off the court. Join them as they elevate youth basketball development to new heights.

Any interested players can sign up with the below link or QR code.

https://bit.ly/3Xx8jYF

Leadership Staff

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