Department of Education

NEW TOWN HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Our school is undergoing a comprehensive program to improve student learning and achievement levels. Our ambitious goal is to add more value to learning than might ordinarily be expected in similar school settings. We are invested in the Visible Learning approach that draws on evidence of what strategies have the most positive impact on student learning. We are looking at ways to make learning more visible where we place greater emphasis on our conversations about what good learning and progress look like. We want to develop more learners who are willing and engaged in thinking deeply about their learning and who use feedback from a variety of sources to understand their next learning steps. We know that when students use a variety of feedback that they learn more quickly and more deeply. I am encouraging our boys to think carefully about their mid year report and to set goals for Term 3 and 4. I regularly ask our boys if they know what they need to do to make progress and to improve their grades. I urge all parents and carers to ask your son/s if he is having regular conversations with his teachers to clalrify what he needs to do to move to the next achievement level.

ISSUE: 3 TUESDAY 3 JULY, 2018

UPCOMING EVENTS

3 July Reports Distributed

6 July Term 2 Concludes

23 July Student Free Day

24 July Term 3 Commences

26 July Parent Teacher Evening Course Selection Evening

4 August School Swimming Carnival

15 August PISA Testing

19 August to 24 August Mount Hotham Ski Trip

20 August to 24 August First Aid Grade 7 & 8

23 to 24 August Elizabeth College Preliminary Enrolments

31 August to 7 September Grade 10 Exams

6 to 7 September Grade 9 Leadership Skills Training

28 September Term 3 Concludes

I encourage parents to prepare questions ready for parent teacher interviews that allow you to get a clear understanding of the next stage in your son’s progress in learning. These conversations make learning more visible and assist our boys to strive for progress. A visible learner is a student who:

Can be their own teacher when required

Knows what they are learning and why

Can talk about the strategies they use to learn

Seeks challenge and is resilient and determined

See errors as opportunities to learn

Knows what to do next when they do not know what to do

Actively seeks feedback

Understands the assessment tools being used and knows what their results mean and can self-assess

Asks questions

Set mastery goals and know the next learning steps.

We wish all boys a restful holiday as they recharge their batteries and prepare for further learning in Term 3. There may be some changes to your sons’ teachers in Term 3 as a result of a number of staff changes. We welcome back Mr Ben Wilson and Mr Andrew Sweeney. Mr Ben Wilson joins our staff in Term 3 as an Assistant Principal and will lead initiatives in using ICT to improve student learning and to assist me to develop ways to ensure that students and parents can access our curriculum and learning resources online anywhere any time. I will be on leave for the first two weeks of Term 3 and in my absence Mr Bavage will be Acting Principal and Mr Newbold Acting Assistant Principal.

Mr David Kilpatrick

GRADE 7 NEWS

This term in Grade 7 we have celebrated many successes and are excited to see our students start to mature and adapt to life as high school students. Grade 7 students will receive their reports during the final week of term and families are invited to attend a parent teacher night at the beginning of Term 3. We encourage our students to read their reports carefully and to consider setting themselves some goals for their learning for the second half of the year. There are many opportunities offered to students for academic extension and we encourage all Grade 7s to seek out competitions, excursions and team activities as they arise. It is pleasing to note that Grade 7s have participated in Geography, History and Science based excursions, competitions and activities as well as the school music camp and the recent Hobart Eisteddfod. We would like to acknowledge Noah Whitney,7E1 and Jacob Archer, 7E1, who have been selected to represent the state for their respective age groups in Rugby and wish them the very best of luck.

Noah Whitney Jacob Archer

A big well done to the Grade 7s who took part in the recent City to Casino Fun Run. All entrants completed the run and finished with pleasing times. This will be the first of many fun run opportunities offered to students. Thank you to the Grade 7s who took part in the recent Parent Information Evenings held here at school. These Grade 7s had a number of responsibilities including modelling our uniform, speaking about their experiences at high school and also answering questions.

There were a number of Grade 7 boys awarded Onya certificates at the recent school assembly. Onyas are awarded to students who are consistently dong the right thing and making an effort to do extra things around the school. The students were awarded certificates as they have reached the first Onya milestone of fifteen. Once they reach thirty Onyas they will receive an Onya mug, fifty a badge and then once they achieve one hundred Onyas they will have their name recorded on the 100 Onya Honour Board which hangs proudly in the Hudspeth Hall. It is pleasing to note that a number of our Grade 7 students are using their time after school, at lunch time and on weekends to represent the school in sporting pursuits. An eager group of students have been taking part in fencing, badminton, hockey and volleyball. Last week a number of Grade 7 students took part in the Grade7/8 AFL Grand Final against McKillop College. Thank you to Jordan Wilton, 7E1 and Jackson Donaghy, 7D1, for accepting the responsibility of writing and reading the Grade 7 Report at the recent junior school assembly. They spoke confidently on behalf of the grade.

Jordan Wilton Jackson Donaghy

The New Town High School Cross Country was fun and exciting event for our Grade 7s. This was their first carnival at New Town High School and this is reflected by excellent participation levels. Well done to all boys who had a go and represented their house! A further congratulations to the top ten placegetters in the grade who went on to represent the school at the Inter-high Cross Country. A big well done to Indiana Woolley, 7D1, who not only took out the Cross Country for Grade 7 but also won the

Inter-high Cross Country for his age group. Big efforts were put in by Umberto Tucceri, 7D2 and Riley Wood, 7E1, who finished second and third respectively.

Indiana Woolley Umberto Tucceri Riley Wood

Thank you to our Grade 7 Student Representative Council who have started to meet during lunch times and are putting together some ideas for fundraising and other grade activities. They were visited by members of the Prefect Board at their last meeting where they learned more about what leadership at New Town High School means. A reminder to families that after the holidays some of the option subjects will change for all Grade 7s. This will be an exciting adjustment period as students get used to new classes, teachers and the challenge of some new subjects. Students will all receive new timetables to reflect these changes. We wish all of our Grade 7 families a safe and

happy holiday and we hope our students get

some well needed rest ready to tackle Terms 3

and 4.

Amanda Woods & Peter Edwards Grade 7 Supervisors

GRADE 8 NEWS

Reading student reports from our grade, it is apparent that there is a positive and recurrent theme of respectful behaviours, polite and enthusiastic participation and students working consistently hard to maintain and improve on academic standards. We acknowledge the care given and commitment to our boys on a daily basis by our dedicated Home Group staff throughout this first half of the year. We would also like to thank our Grade Assistant Principal,

Ms Dineley for all her hard work and support in all grade related matters this term. We welcome the following boys to New Town High and wish them well for the remaining terms: Jamison Ohl, 8-1, Siraj Babar, 8-7 and Adam Le, 8-7. We wish Mr Deeley a well- earned Long Service Leave in Term 3 and look forward to his return in Term 4. Ms Lancaster will be taking over Mr Deeley’s classes during this time. This term has flown by and our boys have been involved in some excellent programs that dedicated staff have worked hard to deliver. A highlight has been the Fairer World Program, overseen by Ms Coleman and supported by Mr Tisdale, Mr Lovell and Mr Bounds. At times some boys have found the program challenging, but the overwhelming consensus is that the boys feel they have learned a lot about the diverse world they live in and also about the skills of team work and dealing with the complex issues of empathy, resilience and compassion. We have an outstanding list of individual and team sport achievements in our grade.

Magnus McCausland Tyler Kenna Aidan Lynch Basketball & Hockey Futsal Rugby State Rep State Rep State Rep

Brock Parsell Sam Hawkins Dylan Maxwell-Wright Rugby Rugby Rugby State Rep State Rep State Rep

Haney Mokonen Charlie Pilkington Winner Winner

Inter-high Cross Country State Rostrum Youth

Jordan Blyth, 8-4, placed fourth in Inter-high Cross Country and NTHS 1 Grade 8 Basketball Team – winner of the 3x3 Basketball Competition – Southern Schools. Charlie Pilkington, 8-7, has brought great pride and honour, not only to the school, but to our grade for his outstanding achievement in winning the State Rostrum Youth Speaks competition. Charlie will travel to Perth, WA, later in the year to compete in the National competition. Good luck, Charlie. Hunter was the successful house in the School’s Cross Country competition held earlier in the term - Mr Newbold’s Tuesday running club has certainly been a big hit with the boys and obviously contributed to their excellent results. Thanks to Mr Howard who has organised the Grade 7 and 8 basketball teams who competed in the All Schools 3 on 3 competition held recently at Moonah Stadium. We have two Grade 8 teams and it is important to note, that continued placement on the teams requires excellent behaviour by all boys – an added incentive for all boys to be focussed at all times in class! Our Grade 8 teams were successful with New Town 1 defeating New Town 3 in the Grand Final. New Town 2 finished third overall. NTHS 1: Harry Featherstone, 8-5, Jakob Matton-Johnson, 8-2, Bill Griggs, 8-6, Joshua Meredith, 8-2 and Fraser Payne, 8-2. NTHS 2: Jacob Blum, 8-6, Elliot Hay, 8-2, Jack Howlett, 8-7 and Jye Gunn, 8-1. NTHS 3:

Nathanial Davies, 8-4, Zachary Pavlides, 8-2, Ethan Toselli, 8-2 and Cambell Quarrell, 8-3.

Harry Featherstone Jakob Matton-Johnson Bill Griggs

Joshua Meredith Fraser Payne Jacob Blum

Elliott Hay Jack Howlett Jye Gunn

Nathaniel Davies Zachary Pavlides Ethan Toselli

Campbell Quarrell

At the time of writing this newsletter, the Grade 8 Debating team will have competed in the semi-finals against St Mary’s College. Regardless of the result, we are extremely proud of the team and the fine manner in which they have represented our school. Team members are: James Heazlewood, 8-2, Jonathon Aboud, 8-7, Joshua Hitchman, 8-7, Charlie Pilkington, 8-7 and Zackary Alexander, 8-5. Thank you, to Ms Guerzoni, who dedicates so much of her personal time to organising and supporting the debating teams at New Town High School. The Junior Football team was narrowly defeated in their Grand Final last week – again, we are extremely proud of the effort and skill of our boys. Thanks to Mr Tisdale who has been an enthusiastic and dedicated coach throughout the season. Grade 8 members of the team are: Harry Featherstone, 8-5, Bill Griggs, 8-6, Braidy Simpson, 8-1, Jack Rolls, 8-3, Jack Wells, 8-4, Jacob Nicholson, 8-3, Jesse Willmott, 8-4, Joshua Meredith, 8-2, Luke Nicholson, 8-5, Zackary Alexander, 8-5, Jack Grace, 8-3, Oliver Smith, 8-3, Heath Plummer, 8-3, Joshua Hilder, 8-5, Jaidyn Ford-Wolfe, 8-3 and Jordan Blyth, 8-4. All boys played well with Jordan Blyth kicking the first goal and stand out performances from Callum Thompson, Josh Hilder, Bill Griggs and Braidy Simpson. Jack Grace must get the award for the ‘most encouraging player’ – well done, Jack! The school Swimming Carnival will take place next term and our Student Representative Council is currently planning our grade soccer competition for Term 3. This week, our SRC will be meeting with our Principal, Mr Kilpatrick and our Head Prefect, Harrison Tunks to discuss leadership and other related school matters. Our boys will soon be in the final term of Grade 8 and heading toward the senior section of the school. Finally, we wish all students and staff a safe and happy holiday, and look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday 24 July, Monday 23 July is a Student Free Day.

Leone Lamont & Keith Turnbull Grade 8 Supervisors

GRADE 9 NEWS

It was a hard fought and tumultuous year for Cross Country, as we saw a shake-up in the podium spots of the 4.1km trek. Bradley Jones, 9J2 and Dylan Cooper, 9J1, both of Jarvis took out silver and gold; doing the House proud and contributing a massive sum of points to Jarvis’ overall domination of the other Houses. Samuel Wright’s, 9D2, efforts put him in a remarkable third place, but alas it was not enough to award Dechaineux a silver medal overall, as Hunter took out the category. It was excellent to see such a sizable amount of students hit the pavement hard – participation is what wins races, not places.

Bradley Jones Dylan Cooper Samuel Wright

We saw Grade 9 flex their sporting muscle this term, leading a handful of students to interstate competition, proving Tasmania’s sporting excellence. Beau Johnson, 9D1, recently made the state teams in Gymnastics, competing for victory in Melbourne over a week. Jack Mariott, 9H1, valiantly and fearlessly competed in a national Jiu Jitsu competition in Launceston. Samuel Wright, 9D2, is off to a national develop squad in Darwin later on this year for cricket. Ashton Read, 9D1, demonstrated Tasmania’s sailing ability, and Samuel Payne, 9J1, showed us how hard it is to be ‘goals’ at sport when he competed in the Hockey National Tournament in NSW.

Beau Johnson Jack Marriott Samuel Wright Gymnastics Jiu Jitsu Cricket State Rep State Rep National Squad

The Student Representative Council had success in its fundraising this term. The Mother’s Day raffle hailed profits of well near the $150 mark. The prizes were drawn and distributed, with a clean sweep by teachers and staff. The second endeavour undertaken by the SRC was that of the selling of Entertainment books. Entertainment Books are compiled of vouchers designed to attract tourists and locals to Tasmanian attractions. A portion of each book sold was donated towards the World Challenge Nepal trip; a very important event in the New Town High School calendar. The Home Group that purchased the most of these promotions is to be awarded a Pizza Party; harass Mr Newman for further details about that. Finally, Grade 9 students endured their final round of NAPLAN Testing. Whilst our final bout of standardised testing induced more memes and stress than skill and knowledge, the tests were essential in gaining integral data for the education system and how they can divert their resources to better suit certain schools and demographics. Behaviour and compliance is essential in the recording and application of this data, and everyone who undertook a test should be proud of themselves. Special thanks to Mr Heidenreich who has worked with our grade for the past two years, as Grade Supervisor and then Assistant Principal. He will be welcomed back by his original Home Group, and we look forward to working with Mr Wilson who is returning to New Town High as our grade Assistant Principal. Thank you for an excellent term. As of Thursday 21 June, the sun begins setting later. Let’s end the year on a home run – we’re halfway there.

Written by Evan Stone Sara Mulholland & Hayley Noonan

Grade 9 Supervisors

GRADE 10 NEWS

Grade 10 has carried their sensational work from last term well into Term 2. Everyone is continuing to work hard in class and in extra-curricular activities to ensure that we make the best out of our remaining time here at New Town High. Our Grade has had another two state representatives this term, with Jayden Vince, 10H1, and Tyler McDonald, 10H2, being selected for the Under 16 State Hockey Team who will compete for Tasmania in August. We wish these boys the best of luck.

Jayden Vince Tyler McDonald Hockey Hockey State Rep State Rep

New Town High students recently competed in our own Cross Country Carnival. The event went well with lots of help from the Grade 10 Leadership Team on the day. Houses learnt that participation is key to winning the Carnival with Jarvis coming out on top with a considerable margin over the other houses. Congratulations to Max Waters, 10D2 and Jack Willmott, 10J2, who were crowned Champion and Runner-up respectively for the Grade 10 race.

Max Waters Jack Willmott

On Wednesday 13 June, the top ten runners from each grade competed in the Inter-high Cross Country. We had some tough

competition to face from the boys over at Taroona but we had a team to match. Our boys put in maximum effort and all ran for each other but sadly finished in second to Taroona (to the anger of a few). Our highest finishers in our grade were Max Waters, 10D2 and Jack Willmott, 10J2. Well done to the following boys from the top ten who ran on the day: Max Waters, 10D2, Jack Willmott, 10J2, Jye Menzie, 10H1, Oliver Blum, 10E1, Deklan Haas, 10E2, Cooper Anderson, 10H2, Brody Kirkby, 10H2, Adam Baines, 10J2. (Others missed out due to injury).

Jye Menzie Oliver Blum Deklan Haas

Cooper Anderson Brody Kirkby Adam Baines

This term, our Peer Support Leaders have been visiting the classes of their Peer Support Groups to assist students and teachers. As part of their duties of being a Peer Support Leader, they had to visit at least six classes during Term 2 before they could earn their Peer Support badge. Mr Howard has done an excellent job in organising the program, which is a crucial part of the transition for Grade 7s from primary school to high school. On Monday 18 June, the whole of Grade 10 had their Orientation Day at Elizabeth College. We rocked up to the College gym at 8.45 for an information session and to assign us into home groups. There were a combined total of 40 high schools from around Tasmania (and two mainlanders) including locations such as King

Island and Triabunna. We then had a quick tour from our Home Group teacher and moved on to our first class of the day followed by a quick recess. We had another class followed by lunch with a special performance by former New Town High students (Alex Long and Kelly Stone, both Class of 2017) plus a free BBQ. We then had our last two classes for the day and made our way home. We all loved the experience and cannot wait for next year and the opportunities it holds.

The Leadership Team carried its high work ethic into this term. We had the Grade 6 Parent Information Evenings, which were a huge success, and we’re sure that we’ll have many boys for next year to replace our impending departure. Our Lunchtime Sport Committee organised an intense Basketball Roster with E2 coming out victorious against H1 by only 1 point. The committee has also begun holding a lunchtime Futsal Tournament, with the first match being a stunning game between D1 and D2. Despite a strong lead by D2, D1 pulled off a thrilling comeback to win the game 8-6, with some amazing skills and goals on display. The Leadership Team pledges to continue its great work into next term.

Written by Max Waters & Deklan Haas Leadership Team Members

Suzie Jones & Neil Harris

Grade 10 Supervisors

SCHOOL SOCIALS

The New Town High and Ogilvie High School socials advertised on our calendar to be held at the City Hall are now cancelled. Due to the recent flooding the booking has been cancelled by the Hobart City Council and the socials will be replaced with a grade afternoon activity in the near future.

Sally Isles

Assistant Principal

ENGLISH NEWS

A busy term is reaching its finale in a week, rich in cultural performances bringing literature alive for our students. The Bell Shakespeare troupe made it a winter of content presenting ‘Macbeth: A Rehearsal’ to our Grade 10 students and the very entertaining ‘Shakespeare is Dead’ to Grade 9. Poetry in Action presented two shows – ‘The Poets’ Quest’ to Grade 7 and ‘Words of War’ to Grade 10. These performances along with the highly thought-provoking ‘Cyberia’ presented to all Grades highlight our focus on enriching the way we use language to explore and connect as members of human society. A considerable number of students have confirmed our school’s fine reputation for speaking to engage, entertain and stimulate considered thought on the issues that matter and shape their future in our community, our nation and our world. Five students - Charlie Pilkington, 8-7, Alex Rolle, 9D2, Guntaj Singh, 9D2, Evan Stone, 9J2, Luke Van Emmerik, 9J2, entered the Southern Regional Junior finals of the Rostrum Voice of Youth speaking competition on Saturday 12 May.

Charlie Pilkington Alex Rolle Guntaj Singh

Evan Stone Luke Van Emmerik

Rostrum Voice of Youth is the premier public speaking competition for secondary school students throughout Australia. Students participating deliver a prepared speech on one of five set topics plus a short notice speech of three minutes and are judged on their ability to speak with confidence and engage their audience through appeal to the intellect and the emotions. Our students presented engaging and inspiring speeches on the incredible legacy of Albert Einstein, on the role of journalism in the modern world, the lessons learnt from the ball-tampering scandal, the burden our fast consumerism places on sustainability and the good Aussie bloke. In a total of twenty-six students speaking for three places in the State finals, it is a wonderful achievement that Evan Stone was runner-up in the Green room while Charlie Pilkington touched the adjudicators’ hearts and minds, winning the Red room

division. The State finals were held in Launceston on Saturday 16 June at Scotch Oakburn College in

Launceston. Charlie chose to speak on the topic ‘A Turning Point’, cleverly looking at the cultural shift made by social media on our lives. His clever spontaneous speech on the need to ‘slow down’ rounded out a fine performance and confirmed him as the State winner for 2018 and the Malcolm Grant Shield which has returned to our showcase for the second time in three years. Charlie will represent Tasmania at the National Rostrum Voice of Youth Competition on Saturday 28 July in Perth. We wish him all the very best. It is important to acknowledge that Evan Stone, 9J2, represented the School as part of the Tasmanian team in the UN Youth Voice Public Speaking competition in late April and Harrison Tunks, 10E1, was an integral member of the State Debating team which competed quite strongly in the Australian Debating Championships. Harrison will also be a member of Youth Parliament in the July break. In debating our teams continue to shine – in a difficult and challenging TDU season, two teams have made it to the semi-finals. The Grade 8 team – Jonathon Aboud, 10E1, Zackary Alexander, 8-5, Jacob Blum, 8-6, James Heazlewood, 8-2, Ashton Hill, 8-2, Joshua Hitchman, 8-7, Charlie Pilkington, 8-7, began the year strongly but has found the latter rounds more of a challenge so hopes to vindicate a narrow Round 4 loss to St Mary’s College. The Grade 10 team – Jasper France, 10D1, Evan Stone, 9J2 and Harrison Tunks, 10E1, – hopes to continue a winning streak through to the finals rounds. A report on the full season with all the highs and lows worthy of World Cup competition will follow the finals. Suffice it to say with all sincerity our debaters speak volumes for our students’ abilities to engage with audiences. We express a sincere vote of thanks to all the parents, relatives and friends who have supported our debaters throughout the season. We have all found every opportunity to express joy and pride in how finely our young men can convey deep thoughts and understanding with eloquence. There has been a treasure-trove of fine writing from our students. We present two pieces – a

review from Joseph Reynolds, 9J1 and a poetic piece by Henry Pockett, 10E2. THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN

THE NIGHT TIME

By Mark Haddon

Give it your rating out of 5 stars by deleting the ones

you don’t want.

Reviewed by Joseph Reynolds

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time

was great, I enjoyed it especially when the main

character, Christopher John Francis Boone

explains how he thinks. He thinks differently to

everyone because he has all the symptoms of

autism, although the author never specifically

says Christopher has autism.

The story takes place in 1998 Swindon, England,

it follows Christopher as he uncovers the murder

of his neighbour’s poodle, Wellington. He goes

on this wonderful journey which takes him down

the street, through train stations and even to

London.

The journey that Christopher takes, leads him to

uncover deep issues with his personal life as well

as the mysteries of the case of the death of his

neighbour’s dog.

This book is no Children’s book, it’s a full on

adventure novel that targets teens, young adults

and seniors. All the way through I was thoroughly

engaged that it felt like I wasn’t reading it, I was in

the book watching it all unfold around me. The

adventure that Christopher takes really intrigued

me.

Written by Joseph Reynolds

I Didn’t Know I didn’t know what was worse; the fact that I

walked to the club to cheer myself up, or that

many others were doing the same.

I didn’t know what was worse; that one old

fellow told me he was fired from his job that

day, or that he began crying himself to sleep

after 5 pints.

I didn’t know what was worse; that two blokes

began arguing, drowning out the band, or that it

ended with a broken bottle.

I didn’t know what was worse; that the second

bloke was bleeding from the skull, or that he

wasn’t breathing.

I didn’t know what was worse; that I didn’t do

anything to help anyone else, or that the man

glared at me with his steely blue eyes, as if to

say “you’re next.”

I didn’t know what was worse; that she was

absolutely beautiful, with large almond eyes,

smooth olive skin and hair grown down long. Or

what she wore: a see-through top with no bra

underneath, with fishnet stockings and hot

pants.

I didn’t know what was worse; that she was just

fourteen, or the man who approached her was

thirty-six.

I didn’t know what was worse; that his home

was the empty cardboard box that he walked

out of, or that his coat pockets held no money,

but plenty of pills.

I didn’t know what was worse; that he gave her

some pills as payment, or that she didn’t care

about it.

I didn’t know what was worse; that the chance

of disease was high, or that of a baby was even

higher.

I didn’t know what was worse; that I was too

shocked to say or do anything, or that the girl’s

friends began watching.

I didn’t know what was worse; that they were

recording, or were cheering.

I didn’t know what was worse; that the guy

OD’d a few days later or that the girl gave birth

nine months on.

I didn’t know what was worse; that she came to

the orphanage to drop the baby off, or that I

was the one who opened the door.

I didn’t know what was worse; that the daughter

would grow up like her mother, or like her

father. Without a family, or with one that was

abusive.

But I did know what was better; leaving all up to

fate, or raising you as one of my own.

Written by Henry Pockett

SOUTHERN SCHOOLS SPORTS 3V3

BASKETBALL COMPETITION

On Monday 25 June, the first ever Inter-high Southern Schools 3v3 Basketball Competition was held at Moonah Sports Centre. This day saw students in Grade 7 and Grade 8 from schools all across the south of Tasmania compete in a tough competition against each other. Four New Town High teams were entered in this competition, three of those teams were from Grade 8 and one team was from Grade 7. Teams included up to five players. Three of the teams advanced through to the grand finals. Each team put on the blue triangle uniform and wore it with pride. Every player who stepped foot on the court showed great heart and hustle, the New Town way. Two of the New Town High Grade 8 teams made it to their respective grand finals, with Coach

Tyson Joseph’s team proving victorious against Coach Howard’s team. The other team, coached by Liam Bartle, finished third, going down in a nail biting qualifying final match against Coach Howard’s team. All three of the Grade 8 teams fought hard all day and should be extremely proud of themselves. With only one team entered in Grade 7, this competition saw them get their first taste of New Town High basketball. The team, coached by Riley Best, fought hard all day, showing great promise for the up and coming New Town High ballers. This team did the school proud. The only game they lost for the day was in the grand finale against a very tough opponent. This was another successful tournament for the New Town High ballers, everyone should be proud of their efforts... NEW WHAT? ….NEW TOWN!

Written by Riley Best & Tyson Joseph

9/10 Writers Workshop

LETS GET TOGETHER PROGRAM LAUNCH

Wednesday 2 May was the official launch assembly of the Let’s Get Together program for New Town High, aimed at creating a more respectful school environment for us. We were joined by Lord Mayor of Hobart Ron Christie, Melanie van Egdom from Equal Opportunity Tasmania, Greg Sawyer from A Fairer World, Karen Commane from our School Association,

and Dave Kilpatrick our school Principal, who all signed the Let’s Get Together pledge to investigate and initiate positive change by students in our school community. Head Prefect Harrison Tunks, 10E1, signed on behalf of all students. For the rest of the term, all Grade 8s participated in the Let’s Get Together program to build on their empathy and desire to create positive change for the school community. We look forward to seeing what the boys will bring to this challenge!

HOBART HUMAN LIBRARY

On Monday 30 April and Tuesday 1 May Grade 8 students experienced the Hobart Human Library, where they listened to the stories from human ‘books’, and were able to talk and ask questions about their lives. It was an eye-opening opportunity for many of our boys, but a positive one as they learned about stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination in a safe and supportive environment.

CROSS COUNTRY

Well done to all boys who participated in the Cross Country earlier this Term. Those who came under time will have points going towards their House!

Congratulations to the top three place getters from each grade!

Grade 7: 1st Indiana Woolley, 7D1, 2nd Umberto Tucceri, 7D2, 3rd Riley Wood, 7E1 Grade 8: 1st Haney Mokonen, 8-7 2nd Saboor Ghulami, 8-6 3rd Jordan Blyth, 8-4 Grade 9: 1st Bradley Jones, 9J2 2nd Dylan Cooper, 9J1 3rd Samuel Wright, 9D2 Grade 10: 1st Max Waters, 10D2 2nd Jack Willmott, 10J2 3rd Kylen Cobern, 10J1

VOLLEYBALL NEWS

Every Monday afternoon for the last ten weeks, we have had twenty nine boys representing New Town High School in the Southern Schools Volleyball roster. We had four New Town High teams across two divisions. Other schools in the competition included St Virgils, Taroona, Sacred Heart, Guilford Young College and Elizabeth College. Yesterday New Town High School had all four teams playing in the finals: Div 2 GRAND FINAL: NTHS 9s defeated NTHS Blue Div 1 SEMI FINAL: NTHS 10s defeated NTHS Gold Div 1 GRAND FINAL: Elizabeth College defeated NTHS 10s

NTHS 10s: Samuel French, 10D2, Jack Rosewarne, 10J1, Aden Roberts, 10E1, Seth Perkins, 10J1, Dominic Woolcock, 10E1, Joeseph Woolcock, 10E2 - plus Yubarah Kadariya before he moved interstate. NTHS 9s: Aiden Midson, 9H2, Thomas Morgan, 9D1, Jevan Housego, 9D1, Masyn Wilkins, 9H1, Hossein Amiri, 9H2 and Zachary Smith, 9E2. NTHS Gold: William O'Neile, 9J1, Liam Timms, 9J1, Andrew Smith, 9J1, Joshua Glover, 9D1, Luke Van Emmerik, 9J2, Evan Stone, 9J2, Chanel Leatua, 9E2 and Samuel Payne, 9J1. NTHS Blue: Lindsay Tyson-Mitchell, 9J2, Callum Mason, 9J1, Ashley Spence, 9J2, Owen Roberts, 9J2, Joshua Ford-King, 9J2, Thomas Johnson, 9D2, Joshua Rayner, 9D1 and Jack-Dwayne Rawnsley, 7J1.

CITY TO CASINO FUN RUN/WALK

The 46th City to Casino Fun Run/Walk was held on Sunday 20 May. Congratulations to the following New Town High School representatives who completed the 7km event: Henry Thomas, 7J2, Rafiq Muslih, 7D2, Umberto Tucceri, 7D2, Brodie Connolly, 7H1, Ilan Simon, 7E1, Sean Ailwood, 7H1, Riley Spurr, 7H1, Brock Parsell, 8-1, Nicholas Stozki, 8-3, Cade Apted, 8-6, Thomas Morgan, 9D1, Joshua Glover, 9D1, Luke Van Emmerik, 9J2, Owen Roberts, 9J2, Aiden Midson, 9H2, Liam Timms, 9J1, Jaden Moore, 9D1, Joel Johnson, 9D1, Lindsay Tyson-Mitchell, 9J2, Samuel Brown, 9H1, Evan Stone, 9J2, Oskar Puclin, 9D1, Rizal Muslih, 9D1, Joshua Rayner, 9D1, Jacob Sinko, 9E2, Max Waters, 10D2. Old boys – Ryan Marshall and Kelly Stone. Staff – Jane Brooks, Karin Hodel, Grace Guerzoni, Cassandra Coleman, Hayley Noonan and Sean Tisdale.

Congratulations to all for taking part in such a healthy and fun community event. It was great to hear the boys trading stories about their race as we waited for the presentations to start. They were all very happy with themselves and were great ambassadors for our school. Max Waters (27:31), Bertie Tucceri (28:04), Thomas Morgan (30:47) and Rafiq Muslih (31:44) were our fastest boys, with many others clocking some huge personal best times. Well done everyone!

STUDENT SUCCESS

Congratulations to Jack Marriott, 9H1, who competed in the Tasmanian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Round Robin this month. Jack won all four matches winning the gold medal. Great work Jack!

Congratulations to Jayden Vince, 10H1, Tyler McDonald, 10H2 and Magnus McCausland, 8-4, for being selected in the U/16 State Hockey team. They will be representing Tasmania on the Gold Coast in August 2018.

Tyler McDonald, Jayden Vince and Magnus McCausland

Congratulations to Harrison Tunks, 10E1, who won a Highly Commended Award for the What Matters? Tasmania 2018 Writing Competition. Harrison has now been invited to the Awards Ceremony on Monday 30 July at Learning Services Southern Region to receive his award. Well done Harrison!

Congratulations to Charlie Pilkington, 8-7, on his wonderful achievement, winning the State Rostrum Voice of Youth Junior Section.

Charlie was magnificent in his delivery of his six minute prepared speech ‘Turning Point’ - totally engaging in his presentation – and his spontaneous speech (15 minutes prep for a 3 minute speech) was well-executed. The standard in this competition is extremely high and Charlie has brought great credit to New Town High School, bringing us the Malcolm Grant trophy for a second time in three years.

Charlie will represent Tasmania at the National Finals in Perth on 28 July.

STAFF SUCCESS

Suzie Jones recently represented Australia in the Oceania Karate Cup held in Auckland. She won silver in the 45+ years female kumite division, and bronze in the 45+ years female kata division. It was the first time that veteran events were included, and this event over the next two years will provide the pathway for selection for the

karate world masters games in Tokyo in 2021! Well done, Ms Jones!

GIVE ME 5 FOR KIDS

Dave Noonan and Al Plath from Hobart’s Triple M came to visit New Town High School last Thursday 14 June, on their Western Shore Wheelie Bin Give Me 5 for Kids walk. Students and teachers donated over $300.00 for this great fundraiser! Thank you everyone for your support!

SCHOOL LEVIES FOR 2018

School levies for 2018 are now overdue and need to be settled as soon as possible. If you are having trouble paying and would like to put a payment plan in place, please contact the school office on 6278 0406.

The Student Assistance Scheme provides assistance for low income families towards the cost of levies. Further information and application forms are available at the school office or on the Department of Education’s website in the link below. Student Assistance Scheme applications need to be received prior to 6 September 2018. Thank you to those families who have already paid their levies. https://www.education.tas.gov.au/

LIBRARY NEWS

We are currently running a few promotions in our School Library. 2018 World Cup A few weeks ago we organised a World Cup Soccer draw, and individual students and some home groups were given their own qualifying team to barrack for and follow. We are following the scores and we will see which team will be victorious. There will be a Home Group prize, or an individual prize available to the owner/s of the winning country. We have a number of World Cup magazines and books about some of the superstar players, available to borrow. Selected matches are being replayed on the big screen at lunch times in the library. Save a book! We currently have a number of outdated and unused books which need to be weeded (removed) in order to keep our book collections current and relevant. We seek the help of students and staff to confirm if books should be removed or saved. We regularly purchase new books and student requested books so the space on shelves is welcomed. Any discarded books can be purchased for a small fee of 10c – 50c each and saved from disposal. Coming up: CBCA Children's Book Week 17 - 24 August 2018 Theme: Find Your Treasure

What treasures have you found in a book/s? See what treasures our New Town High staff have found in books in Term 3? Treasure gathering activities will be organised in the Library for Book week. Will students or staff be able to follow the clues to the treasures that will be hidden in the depths of the Library? Chess Matches Organised chess games to learn or help improve student chess skills will be starting at the end of August 2018, Term 3. Chess boards are available to use at lunchtime. REMINDER to students and staff to renew or return your library books before the end of Term 2. I will be away for the first three weeks of Term 3.

Tina McGown Library

TECHNOLOGY NEWS

At this time of the year, Grade 7 students are reflecting on their first Semester at New Town High School in elective subjects such as Design and Technologies. These include Food Studies, Design Technology in Wood, Metal and Digital Technology. Our very committed staff in the Technologies learning area have led a variety of stimulating and engaging learning opportunities for your sons. Experiences in Food Studies has provided learners with opportunities to become independent, safe and hygienic food handlers. They can prepare a range of simple recipes, recognise any hazards in the kitchen and know how to react personally and as members of a team. Students are encouraged to cooperate and work towards effective time management in a practical and demanding class. In most lessons they have achieved this goal! No doubt you have been offered a sample of the recipes prepared in class. Hopefully, in the school holidays you will continue to encourage

your sons to cook at home and prepare a breakfast or lunch, make a slice or batch of savoury whirls. Grade 7 students have also created an attractive display of Food Safety posters in the Foods Corridor. Congratulations also to our Junior Chefs of the Month from Jacob Thayer, 8-5, Abhishek Rana, 7E2 and

Tri Tam Nguyen, 10J2. In Grade 8, Food Studies students have made a successful transition from partner work to creating individual recipes. This means that students are further developing their cookery skills and time management. Mr Andrews has created an attractive display of Grade 8 student work highlighting safe food zones and reheating temperatures. Recipe selection has included light meals such as Risotto, Pumpkin Soup and Damper as well as Cajun fish and chips! Most recently students are trying their cake making skills and learning simple icing techniques. Next term students will meet a variety of food industry representatives including those in hospitality and food production. During Term 2, Grade 9 and 10 Food Studies students have been challenged to make a range of complex recipes. These include a unit of work on breads and pastries. Favourite recipes have included the Italian Pizza, Bagels and Lemon Meringue Pie. Next term senior students will engage in a contemporary study of foods from other cultures and how this has changed the traditional view of a typical Australian meal.

Congratulations to the Senior Chefs of the Month this term Andrew Smith, 9J1 and Adam Bain, 10J2.

Term 2 in Design in Wood has been very busy and boys have been constructing their projects with enthusiasm and skill. The Grade 8 students have made coat racks and wood turned bowls whilst the senior students are constructing Tasmanian Minor Species cheeseboards, wood turned stools and bowls, coffee tables and picture frames.

Karen Weitnauer on behalf of the staff in the Technology Learning Area

HOD Technology

ARTS NEWS

STEM…what’s missing? Here in Hobart at this very moment, through Dark Mofo, we are being treated to a massive influx of money at a time of year traditionally associated with a downturn, through Arts tourism. It is worthwhile just pausing for a moment to consider the serious contribution made by artists of all persuasions, such as Contemporary Musicians and Visual Artists, Physical and Theatrical Performers, creative writers and Film Makers etc... I may be so bold to also include those people who design and prepare food, otherwise known as Chefs, Restaurateurs and ‘Foodies”. Now, one does not have to think too much before we begin to recognise the economic

importance of Arts based industries. Certainly without these Arts industries our economy in Tasmania would still be depressed, even with our eco-tourism, yet we too often take for granted the existence of these industries and it is worthwhile reflecting upon Arts based education and how that contributes to your son’s economic future. You see “STEM” could maybe be called “STEAM”? Yes that’s right - Science, Technology, Engineering, ARTS and Mathematics. Most advanced global economies rightfully recognise Arts within that framework. It makes sense doesn’t it!? Arts based industries require a solid Arts Education not only to enhance the creative talents of our children, but also to allow all children participating within the Arts to develop an expressive voice or their own and learn about how to consume and appreciate artworks of all kinds. The continued maintenance of Arts based learning areas within our schools is therefore very important. Arts based learning areas inspire our boys to be original creators and not just passive consumers. It is precisely this idea that can be transferred into Science, Engineering and all forms of business, giving us the permission to ask questions and use creative solutions to solve problems. Unfortunately, it is not hard to see a future where we become the passive consumers of other countries inventions and culture rather than our own. Sometimes we take events like Dark Mofo for granted. Art appears out of nowhere and sometimes we consume Art without thinking about the people that made it possible in the first place! Artists entertain us and make us wonder about the world. At the very centre of a festival like Dark Mofo are artists. Where do they come from? The answer to this partly lies in an education that includes Arts in a meaningful way. Artists are helping drive our economy, entertain us and help us celebrate our right to freedom of expression – not a small contribution is it! Maybe it’s time Arts and Art Education is officially recognised for its contribution to the free-world and maybe we can all reflect on this

contribution when we are looking to give your boy(s) a balanced learning framework when they select option subjects early next term.

Peter Young HOD - ARTS

MATHS NEWS

New Town High School has continued in its endeavour to provide our students an excellent Mathematics program. We consistently produce students with strong mathematical skills, ready to tackle the challenge of college and tertiary equivalent education. Achievements of our students are regularly recognised in our school assemblies. The mathematics department presents a Mathematician of the Month Award, presented to students, who perform extremely well in each Grade. In Term 2 the award was presented for ‘Outstanding Performance’ so far this year. We acknowledge that many boys are performing admirably and achieving well above their grade level. The task of identifying award winners is an arduous one, however, the selected students deserve the accolade and should be proud of their success. The award winners were:

Andy Thinh Charlie Pilkington Zackary Alexander

William Spongberg Michael Napthali Harrison Tunks

James Stansfield

All students are encouraged to participate in the forthcoming activities and competitions. These are an excellent way to develop and nature mathematical thinking and problem solving skills in fun learning environment. Australian Mathematics Competition will be held on Thursday 9 August. Interested students can contact their Maths teacher or Mr Newman/Mr Pratap to register their names. The cost of around $6.50 will be paid by the school and only a gold coin donation is expected from participating students. The Maths Relay Competition will be held later in the year. Maths Tutorial Whilst students can arrange with their teacher to receive additional support at any time, Mr Pratap is available every Wednesday at lunch time to assist students individually or in small groups to help sort any difficulties students may have. It includes assistance with homework tasks. The tutorial is provided in a supportive environment where students can have their lunch as they receive assistance and can choose to stay for as long as they need to or want to. Students who have taken advantage of this provision have shown a lot of growth in their confidence and knowledge. For more information students are encouraged to have a chat with their Maths teacher or Mr Pratap/Mr Newman.

Mr Newman & Mr Pratap Mathematics

SHOOT FOR THE STARS WITH BASKETBALL

TASMANIA CAMPS

Basketball Tasmania conducts school holiday camps in each region every term. These camps are prepared by our professional coaching and administration staff so you know the camps will be organised, safe, and have camp content which matches up to Basketball Australia skills matrix for players. With the June school holidays just around the corner, the ever-popular school holiday camps will be run. With our partners the Hobart Chargers these camps see our expert coaches deliver development for players, using the Basketball Tasmania Coaching Curriculum. South 19/20 July 9.00am – 3.00pm Elizabeth College. Perimeter Player Girls and Boys born 2008 – 2005 and are currently playing Hobart Chargers Premier League Division One Competition. Cost $80.00 16/17 July 9.00am – 3.00pm Elizabeth College. Hobart Chargers Super Camp Girls and Boys born 2009 – 2005. Cost $80.00 Players are asked to bring a named basketball, a reversible coloured singlet, named drink bottle and lunch and snacks for themselves. Checkout the flyers for all the details and register for all the camps via the BTAS website: https://www.basketballtasmania.com.au/holiday-camps-basketball-tasmania

SCIENCE @ NEW TOWN HIGH SCHOOL

Term 2, 2018 has been a busy time for Science, with two notably significant events:

Science & Engineering Challenge

Rio Tinto Big Science Competition Also, at the time of writing this report, eight boys were preparing for the Australasian Brain Bee Challenge (ABBC) State Final (Round Two).

As you can see, we’ve had a number of boys involved in these activities, some in more than one, a few in more than two.

This will be held on Monday, July 2 at The Menzies Centre, after the boys qualified for the final

based on their outstanding results for Round One of the competition:

Harry Tunks – with a score of 89%

Aden Roberts – 71%

Jasper France – 63%

Henry Pockett – 63%

Deklan Haas

Timothy Ostapowicz

Dominic Woolcock

Umesh Rai

… then another 80 pages

for Round 2😊

Just a casual 60 page

read for Round 1 …

Our ‘confounding Communications’ team – Oliver Blum, 10E1, Justin Baric, 10E2, Joseph Woolcock, 10E2, finished with the highest score for the day. Dominic Woolcock, 10E1, had originally been part of this team, but joined the two Grade 9 boys – Oskar Puclin, 9D1 and James Langfellner, 9D2, in the Bridge team, a totally selfless act. For their efforts, all boys received an ATOM award at the last Senior Assembly.

GRADE (SCORE/30)

Award 7 8 9 10 Total

CR Nick Lisson (18) Bill Griggs (17)

Jeremy Eddington (17)

James Heazlewood (17)

Oliver Walsham (18)

Joseph Woolcock (21) 6

DN Dominic Woolcock (23) 2

HD +

Award

Charlie Pilkington (24)

Daniel Ostapowicz (22)

Josh Rayner (25) Harrison Tunks (28) 4

Participation Dylan Maxwell

Jacob Blum

Umesh Rai

Deklan Haas

4

Total 1 8 1 6 16

As part of National Science Week 2018 ‘Sustainable Science’ Celebrations @

New Town High School

Friday August 17

New Town High School Hall 7pm

(Preceded by a display of New Town High School

student work on the linked themes of Sustainability

and Science @ 6pm in the Science labs)

CONTACT:

© Alex Hofford / Greenpeace

Special Screening of Blue

© Jenn Lavers (@SeabirdSentinel) on Twitter

With special guest and star

of Blue, Dr. Jennifer Lavers

Scan me for

more info on the

movie

Scan me

for more

info on my

website!

Entry ‘cost’ =

Gold coin

donation

All proceeds go to

‘Save Our

Seabirds’

http://www.twohandsproject.org/so/

Please, in keeping with

the theme of the

evening, avoid

unnecessary packaging

… facilities for soft plastic recycling will be

available

Seating provided,

but feel free to

bring a beanbag! BYO snacks!

Coffee van

outside!

QUIZ QUESTION:

Yes, there is a prize for the first correct answer emailed to Mr Bounds:

warren.bounds@education.tas.gov.au

So, why did you use different colours for the frames around ‘The Midwood Bunch’ photos?

Here’s a couple of clues (other than a few in the previous text and images):

Only Grade 9s and 10s can do the Science & Engineering Challenge

Only Grade 10s can do the ABBC

So, a chance to get a taste of upcoming events in August …

LEARNING CENTRE NEWS

It's been a busy Term 2 and a hive of activity in the Learning Centre. There is always a strong focus on numeracy, literacy and life skills in the Centre, skills that prepare our boys for life post high school. A group of students in the Learning Centre are currently engaging in a community project, learning about the different services in our community. First, students are studying the postal system and what items we can post through the mail and how to post them. Students created an A4 postcard writing a personal note to their families. On Tuesday 19 June, we walked up to the main road to post the postcards home. Back at the Learning Centre, students are now learning about the emergency services and when to call triple zero.

We took a break from the classroom and Learning Centre on Friday 15 June, and approximately sixteen students and staff made their way to 'Old Hobart Town Model Village' in Richmond. The boys were thoroughly engaged, taking in all the details of the village as they worked in small groups to answer questionnaires. There were lots of connections made with Hobart as it is now. Despite the cold, the excursion culminated in lots of fun at the All Abilities Bellerive Beach Park, then hot chocolates in the Learning Centre to warm up before going home tired but contented!

The Learning Centre Team

STAYING IN EDUCATION: INCREASED MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING LEAVING

REQUIREMENTS FROM 2020

Tasmanian students are staying in education and training for longer, assisting them to achieve a qualification that significantly improves their life chances and choices. The progress made over the last four years is clear to see in this graph showing Tasmanian Education Retention and Attainment. The changes made by the Education Act 2016 will help us to keep improving, with increased minimum education and training requirements to apply for students who are in Years 11 and 12 in 2020 (and students in earlier school years). This change will apply to students who are currently in Years 9 and Year 10 in 2018 and support the growing community expectation that education does not end in Year 10 – in fact, Years 11 and 12 are two of the most important years of school. They might be a student’s last years at a school but they are the first steps into their future. Times have changed and the vast majority of today's jobs require a Year 12 or higher qualification. Employers are looking for people who are able to show they are flexible, adaptable and willing to learn new things. What young people need to complete their education is not a ‘one-size fits all’ solution. The new education and training leaving requirements recognise the need to have an option for everyone. High school students should talk to their teachers about their options and what will best suit their needs. This will help them make informed choices about what will work for them. Your pathways: Where to from here is a great place to start looking at the many options available. Education and training participation pathways may include:

senior secondary study at a college or a school offering Years 11 and 12, or being home educated

undertaking vocational education and training (VET), including through a registered training organisation, a Trade Training Centre or an apprenticeship or traineeship, including an Australian School-based Apprenticeship.

In certain circumstances, a young person may be eligible for an exemption, including where they have secured full-time employment (35 hours a week). It’s not always easy to stay in school – but anything can happen when you finish school.

EDSMART PARENT PAPER WORK

EdSmart is a web browser based online tool to capture information and responses for your childrens’ activities. New Town High School has purchased the Parent Paperwork EdSmart system and use it to distribute online forms for you to complete and submit. Why do schools use EdSmart? Schools spend considerable amounts of time managing paper forms, even a modest sized school is creating, copying, distributing and collating hundreds and hundreds of paper forms every year. By switching to online forms the school is able to save many, many hours of staff time, and free up that time for more important activities, like teaching and supporting your children. And of course reducing paper usage is also fantastic for the environment. How does it work for a parent? You simply click the link shown in the email and a secure web page will open, containing information from the school, and various questions for you to complete and answer. Some forms include Google Maps, to show you where the activity is taking place. Some may have a calendar icon you can click to add the activity to your own electronic diary, like Outlook or Google Calendar. Do I need to do anything to register or set up? No. EdSmart does not use mobile apps or any special software. You do not need to register or set anything up. All you need is an email address and a web browser. And all the EdSmart web pages are specifically designed to work great on desktop computers, tablets and smartphones. Is my information safe? EdSmart stores your information in a secure data centre operated by Microsoft in Melbourne, Australia, and is compliant with all aspects of the relevant Australian privacy legislation. The information is only accessible to a select group of staff at your school. Below is an example of the email you will receive. This is a legitimate email from New Town High School and we ask parents of Grade 8 and Grade 9 students, to complete is as soon as possible. Many thanks to parents who have completed this to date.

2018 Excursion Information Dear Parent Name, New Town High has sent you a new online form for NTHS Student. We need your response by 20th July 2018. Please click this link to respond, or copy and paste the web address below into your web browser. URL TO Form

This email was sent to your Email Address by New Town High using EdSmart. Please contact the school if you have any questions or concerns.

SCHOOL STAR APP FOR NEW TOWN HIGH SCHOOL

In early 2017, New Town High School’s communication services includes a free smartphone app – School

Star. Below is the instructions. The school will endeavour to keep parents up to date if they are unable to

download this app, via email.

School news, newsletters, event invitations, notices and general messages will now be sent through MGM

School Star app. Only New Town High School parents and community members can access content in

this highly secure app.

With School Star, you get the following benefits:

Receive school news immediately, via a Facebook-like news feed.

Filter your news feed to see just the news that relates to your child.

Receive important messages from the school through School Star, instead of by SMS.

Reply or send your own message to the school for free, day or night.

Find the phone number to call the school, quickly and easily.

A convenient quick link to our web page.

Translate content in the app into your preferred language.

iPhone users:

1. Open the App Store on your iPhone by tapping its icon.

2. Search the App Store for “MGM School Star”.

3. Tap the button that says “+GET”, then “INSTALL”.

4. If asked, enter your Apple ID password.

5. The “INSTALL” button will turn into an indicator that shows the progress of the download.

6. Once the download has finished, tap “OPEN” to launch School Star.

Android users:

1. Open the Play Store on your Android Phone by tapping its icon.

2. Search the Play Store for “MGM School Star”, and tap the search result in the list.

3. Tap the button marked “INSTALL”.

4. The “INSTALL” button will turn into an indicator that shows the progress of the download.

5. Once the download has finished, tap “OPEN” to launch School Star.

After you register a new account, School Star will automatically detect our school and configure your news

feed.

We hope you enjoy using School Star. Watch this space for updates and new features that will make

communicating with the school even easier. We look forward to improving our communication with you.

IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE

New Town High School staff have become

increasingly concerned around safety in our car

park. We request that access to the school car

park be limited at all times, particularly before

and after school.

Where possible, please arrange to collect your

son from surrounding areas such as Bromby

Street, Mercer Street and Central Avenue.

If you need to access the car park please:

1. Do not exceed 10 kilometres an hour

(walking page)

2. Do not park in the disabled car parks

(this includes the space in between,

which allows doors to be opened for

students in wheel chairs or on crutches)

3. Do not park in the bus zone; and

4. Do not park in areas that are not

marked as car parks.

We ask that this be done in the interest of

students and driver safety.

Thank you

CONTACT DETAILS

6 Midwood Street, NEW TOWN 7008

PO Box 428, MOONAH 7009

Phone: 03 6278 0400

Email: new.town.high@education.tas.gov.au

Web: http://newtownhighschooltas.org

https://www.facebook.com/NTHSTasmania