Dear Parents/Carers

Principal

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:

Mohammad Moradi - For being dedicated towards his studies and continually improving in all aspects of his school.

Vincent Mottl-Sadler - For being an incredibly respectful student towards both students and staff.

Year 8:

Imogen Bishop & Georgie Hawkins – For consistently following the ROCKS values and always being focussed on learning.

Year 9:

Lucy Smith, Hallianna Madden and Jakob Anderson - For their work organising a proposal for the Student Leadership Retreat in 2023.

Year 10:

Klarissa Watson & Yvan Escoto – For being positive and supportive members of Year 10. 

Celebrations

As the end of the year quickly approaches, students in Year 7 have been given some fantastic opportunities to say farewell to 2022 in style. On Friday 9 December our Year 7 students engaged in the ‘Healthy Me’ Expo, where local businesses and organisations who are involved in wellbeing opened stalls and explained to the students what their organisations did and fielded questions from the students. Many of the stalls had interactive displays and giveaway items and the students found it to be an extremely beneficial experience. We would like to extend a big thank you to the teachers and student leaders who helped run and plan this event.

Also on Friday 9 December, Kings Meadows High School ran its annual ‘Big Day Out’ for 2022. This event was combined with our Healthy Me Expo, to make an extra special day for our students. Students were treated to a range of outdoor activities and were entertained by musicians. There was also the chance for students to purchase food from the food vans in attendance. It was a sunny afternoon and teachers and students alike thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. Again, a thank you to the staff and school leaders who assisted on the day and made it a success. This week we also had our annual school picnic to Bridport. The focus for the day was around celebration, connecting with one another and having fun. Traditionally this has been a brilliant day which all students really value and enjoy.

As we head into our last week of term, we would like to thank our Year 7 families for their ongoing support throughout the course of the year. Transitioning to high school can be a significant challenge at times for our students. It has been a challenging time but also one for growth, aspiration and courage. As our students transition out of Year 7 and into Year 8 we encourage them to reflect on their year and set some goals ready for 2023.

The final Year 7 newsletter report would not be complete without thanking a multitude of people. Firstly, I would like to thank our Year 7 Class Teachers: Mr Dylan Warren 7A, Mr Sam Maddern 7B, Miss Steph Sheedy 7C, Mrs Joh Breen 7D, Mr Tom Hartley 7E and Mrs Jess Crawford 7F for going above and beyond in their roles as class teachers to our Year 7 students. I know our students really appreciate all they have done for them this year. Thank you also to Miss Emily Lovegrove for supporting our Year 7 students this year and for your work as our Quality Teaching Coach for our staff. Mrs Kate Hume, Mrs Katie Wightman and Mr Cary Stocks have been the ever-present guidance and support to our students as they progressed through the year at Kings Meadows High School. Mrs Wightman nurtured us through transition and the first two terms and Miss Hume and Mr Stocks have been with us every step of the way. Their professionalism, care and dedication in supporting our students has been exceptional, thank you.

Finally, to our Grade Leaders Mr Sean Stevenson and Mr Daniel Richardson. Thank you for guiding our students throughout this year, your care and concern for our students and your wonderful organisation have been an asset to our grade. They are both much loved members of our Grade and the hours of time they have given to our students has been most appreciated. We sadly say goodbye to Mr Richardson for 2023 as he will be guiding the 2023 Year 7 students as their Grade Leader. Goodluck, Mr Richardson you will be fantastic!

Overall, the 2022 school year has come and gone in a flash and we all are looking forward to Year 8 next year. On behalf of the Year 7 team, I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you all in 2023!

Please find below the contact details of our wonderful Year 7 teachers.

7A Class Teacher – Mr Dylan Warren
dylan.warren@decyp.tas.gov.au

7B Class Teacher – Mr Sam Maddern
sam.maddern@decyp.tas.gov.au

7C Class Teacher – Miss Steph Sheedy
steph.sheedy@decyp.tas.gov.au

7D Class Teacher – Mrs Joh Breen
joh.breen@decyp.tas.gov.au

7E Class Teacher – Mr Tom Hartley
tom.hartley@decyp.tas.gov.au

7F Class Teacher – Mrs Jess Crawford
jessica.crawford@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional teachers working with Year 7:

Quality Teaching and Learning Coach - Miss Emily Lovegrove   emily.lovegrove@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 Leader – Mr Sean Stevenson - sean.stevenson@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 Leader – Mr Daniel Richardson - daniel.richardson@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 7 AST – Mrs Coleen Elliott - coleen.elliott@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.

Celebrations

With the end of 2022 quickly approaching, staff and students have been busy wrapping up units for the end of the year. It is great to see so many students remaining engaged in their learning right up until the last days of Term 4 as there is still important content that teachers need to cover. Congratulations to all of the Year 8 students who received awards at our end of term assemblies, it is excellent for teachers to be able to recognise those students who have performed particularly strongly and have adhered to our ROCKS expectations throughout the year. Special mentions to Iris Alberti who was the Year 8 Dux for 2022 and to Stephanie Watson who was our True Blue recipient for Term 4. To all students who received certificates of merit and certificates for outstanding academic results, you continue to make us proud with your application to our school.

Grade Focus

On the last day of term, Year 8 students are joining students from Years 7 and 9 for our annual beach day at Bridport. Students are being encouraged to remain focussed on following our ROCKS expectations between then and now and to remember that when we are out in the community, we are representing our school and as such, must make sure that we are on our best behaviour.  

The email addresses for the Year 8 teaching team are as follows:

8A Class Teacher - Mr Isaac Pinnington
isaac.pinnington@decyp.tas.gov.au

8B Class Teacher - Mrs Rebecca Glasby
rebecca.glasby@decyp.tas.gov.au

8C Class Teacher - Mr Chris Murray
chris.murray1@decyp.tas.gov.au

8D Class Teacher Ms Mel Hudson
mel.hudson@decyp.tas.gov.au

8E Class Teacher - Miss Emma Attard
emma.attard@decyp.tas.gov.au

8F Class Teacher - Ms Wendy Coombes
wendy.coombes@decyp.tas.gov.au

8G Class Teacher - Mr Mick Bent
mick.bent@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional teachers working with Year 8:

Mr Lachlan Bryan  -  lachlan.bryan@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 Leader / AST - Miss Nicole Williams
nicole.williams1@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 Leader - Mr Stuart Withington
stuart.withington@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 AST - Mr Brenton Gale
brenton.gale@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 8 Assistant Principal - Mrs Kate Hume
kate.hume@decyp.tas.gov.au

Celebrations

Many Thanks 

Firstly, congratulations to the Year 9 students for all their efforts this year. In what is a big step into senior school, students have taken opportunities that have come their way and ready for the challenges Year 10 will bring. The Year 9 team wishes all students a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We have encouraged students to spend time with family and to organise structured activities with friends. Year 9 staff look forward to seeing all students at the start of 2023.

A big thank you must go out to all the dedicated teachers of Year 9 in 2023. Throughout the year you have guided the students to success and helped them develop academically and as a person. We wish all the teachers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Grade Focus

The grade focus for the end of Term 4 2022 has been to finish the academic year off strong. Students have been reminded that every day counts and is important for their success here at school. To the students' credit, they have achieved this very well and have had an enjoyable last week with their teachers.

A reminder about the important contacts for Year 9 in 2022. 

9A Class Teacher - Mrs Amy Jansen
amy.jansen@decyp.tas.gov.au

9B Class Teacher - Mr Matthew Chatwin
matthew.chatwin@decyp.tas.gov.au

9C Class Teacher - Mr Hugh Bowden
hugh.bowden1@decyp.tas.gov.au

9D Class Teacher - Ms Sherron Casey
sherron.casey@decyp.tas.gov.au

9E Class Teacher - Mr Thor Pedersen

thor.porsbro.pederse@decyp.tas.gov.au

9F Class Teacher - Mr Ben Killalea
ben.killalea@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additonal teachers working with Year 9:

Miss Rachael Stebbings - rachael.stebbings@decyp.tas.gov.au

Mrs Tracey MacFarlane – tracey.macfarlane@decyp.tas.gov.au

Mr Jake Chamberlain – jake.chamberlain@decyp.tas.gov.au  

Grade 9 Leader - Mr Matt Battle - mathew.battle@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 9 AST -  Mrs Megan Pel – megan.pel@decyp.tas.gov.au

Acting Grade 9 Assistant Principal - kate.blaubaum@decyp.tas.gov.au

Celebrations

Year 10 has been one big celebration over the past few weeks. We have enjoyed a very special night together at our Graduation Dinner, where our students looked amazing and danced, laughed, reminisced and shared a meal together. The Presentation and Graduation Assemblies were also highlights, with many of our students being recognised for their myriad of achievements this year.

A number of our students have secured apprenticeships and traineeships for next year; a big congratulations to those people!

Most of all, we would like to celebrate 4 wonderful years together and the amount of personal growth that each and every single one of our students has experienced. It is a rare privilege to lead a group of students from their first day of Year 7 to their final day of Year 10, and we could not be more proud of the amazing young adults they have become.

Mr Stokes and I would also like to thank the incredible teachers who have supported them along the way and all of you – the parents and carers of these wonderful human beings. Thanks for trusting us with your kids – we know that they are your whole universe and we are grateful that you have trusted us to play a small part in this chapter of their lives.

Grade Focus

When I sat down to think of a ‘focus’ for our wonderful grade as they enter the next chapter of their lives, I couldn’t think of a better way to sum it up than this excerpt from the Graduation Assembly speech, written by Mr. Stokes… 

As you reach this part of your life, where you are moving towards an exciting future onto a wide variety of pathways, whether that be college, further education, an apprenticeship or traineeship, it is important to remember all of the valuable lessons that you have learned so far and how you can use those to be the most successful person that you can be. Regardless of what pathway your life takes you on, it is so important that you make a positive impact on our world and leave with a legacy that you are proud of. Ensure that you cherish the relationships with your friends and family as having a support network around you when life takes an unexpected turn is crucial. Continue to build on your resilience, as the ability to tackle challenges and bounce back will hold you in good stead to face some of life’s bigger challenges along the way. Continue to set goals, and work towards whatever future you want for yourself and dream big. Nothing is out of reach for you and you will only achieve those dreams if you continue to take steps towards them, not matter how big or how small those steps are. Remember that life will throw curve balls at you along the way and that is part of the adventure. Some of these will be challenging, some of these will lead to a better outcome, but in the end it will lead you to where you need to be in your life.  On behalf of the Kings Meadows High School community, we wish you all the best as you move towards the next stage of your lives.  We have been so lucky to work with such a strong, positive, conscientious and compassionate group of students and we can’t wait to hear about all of your achievements in your futures.

Best of luck, Year 10 - we adore you and we are going to miss you so much.

Important Contacts:

10A Class Teacher - Mr Leigh Richardson
leigh.richardson@decyp.tas.gov.au

10B Class Teacher - Mr Solomon Walker-Bowd
solomon.walker-bowd@decyp.tas.gov.au

10C Class Teacher - Miss Elly Hart
eloise.hart@decyp.tas.gov.au

10D Class Teacher - Mr George Edmondson
george.edmondson@decyp.tas.gov.au

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

10P (Packages of Learning) Class Teacher – Mr Glenn Wood
glenn.wood@decyp.tas.gov.au

Additional teachers working with Grade 10:

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

AST - Mr James Guy - james.guy@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 10 Leader – Mr Nick Stokes - nick.stokes@decyp.tas.gov.au

Grade 10 AST – Mrs Emma Dobson - emma.l.dobson@decyp.tas.gov.au

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

The Science Department at Kings Meadows High School would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to JBS Meats in Longford for their kind support of our program. 

JBS donated cows’ eyeballs for dissection and made possible this valuable learning opportunity for our Year 9 students.

Leadership Staff

Support Staff