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a 12-page look at some of tasmania’s leading high schools and
colleges
Inspired by challenge Inspired to discover
Year 9 ASPIRE: Inspired to growYear 9 is a landmark year for Collegiate students. The ASPIRE program encourages and assists all Year 9 students to develop the skills to become independent, resilient and responsible global citizens.
Year 9 provides the opportunity to learn through self-directed projects, group programs, outdoor education, community service programs and volunteering.
Enrolments are open for St Michael’s Collegiate Senior School Years 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Contact us today to arrange a tour.
St Michael’s Collegiate 218 Macquarie Street, Hobart. P 03 6211 4911 [email protected] www.collegiate.tas.edu.au
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ST MARY’S College will be bringing the Anzac story to life this month with a special community exhibition to commemorate the Anzac Centenary.
Last year the College was successful in securing funding from the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program, and a small group of dedicated Year 11 students have been working on the research project for the past 12 months in preparation for the exhibition.
The girls have collected andcatalogued artefacts, sewn replica uniforms, and participated in workshops with curators at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, who have provided expert advice for the large research task.
St Mary’s College Humanitiesand Social Sciences co-ordinator Claire Raward said the exhibition primarily focuses on two men of the 42,000 who served in World War I — Lance Corporal Sydney Allwright, and Lieutenant Sydney Hodgens, who are the grandfathers of two staff members at the College.
“In the exhibition, their stories are remembered in diary entries and letters, which represent the journeys experienced by many soldiers — the motivation to serve, the bloodshed at Gallipoli and the Western Front, and the willingness for the war to end,” Miss Raward said.
St Mary’s College PrincipalTom Dorey said the exhibition, titled Letters from the Front
Line, was designed to meaningfully commemorate the Anzac Centenary in a way that is relevant to the local community.
“As the gap between the generation who went to war and their descendants grows wider, a sense of disconnect can occur, as the First World War can appear distant and
intangible summarised in pages of textbooks,” Mr Dorey said.
“The exhibition seeks to share the privately stored memorabilia and stories of those who served in the First World War and their loved ones with the community, so the younger generations can appreciate the significance of this tragic historical event and
its effects.“These stories and artefacts
will then become a shared memory of a community and continue to have a life in the public sphere.
“As a community, we have asocial responsibility to understand the importance of remembering defining moments in local and national histories,
and to this end I encourage the public to visit this free exhibition.”
The exhibition Letters fromthe Front Line will be launched on April 24 at 5.30pm in the College’s St Peter’s Hall.
The exhibition will be openfrom 10am-2pm on April 25-26, and from 8.30am-5.30pm from April 27 until May 1.
PIECE OF HISTORY: Year 11 St Mary’s College students, from left, Heather Excell, Marietta Rigoli and Nadia Dandolo examine some of the World War I artefacts that will be on display in the Letters from the Front Line exhibition.
Personalinsights from the Front Line
RESEARCH across Australia and overseas tells us that most career choices available to young people today require the completion of Year 11 and 12 school education or other training qualifications.
Finishing Year 12 is a hugeadvantage for students — financially and socially.
The more educated youngpeople are, the more choices they have available to them in their adult lives.
Options include undertaking:A COURSE of study at a senior secondary school or combined (district high) school.A COMBINED course of study with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) program at TasTAFE and complementary subjects at a senior secondary school.AN APPRENTICESHIP or traineeship.
A TRAINING course through a registered training organisation.FOR STUDENTS:THE sooner you start exploring your options, the better placed you will be to move through school and on to further education and training — and into the job you want.THINK about the types of things you like to do and make a short list of some career
choices that interest you.TALK to your parents, carers, friends and teachers about the kind of skills you will need for the jobs that interest you.MAKE plans to stay at school or get a qualification.DON’T limit your chances. Give yourself the best chance of success in the future and finish Year 12.FOR PARENTS AND CARERS:PLANNING for Years 11 and
12 should start in high school. You and your child should talk to their teachers about your child’s aspirations and make sure there is a strong connection between high school and Years 11 and 12.TALK to your child about how important finishing Year 12 will be in helping them to find a job and have a successful adult life.TALK to your child about what interests them, what they
might be good at, and what interests them as a job for the future.ENCOURAGE your child to be responsible for their own learning, be interested and support and encourage your child through all of their successes and setbacks.
For more information visit www.education.tas.gov.au, www.myfuture.edu.au or www.tastafe.tas.edu.au
Learn to earn yourself a brighter future
APPLY NOW FOR YEARS 7, 11 & 12
164 Harrington Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000T (03) 6108 2560 F (03) 6234 8073 E [email protected]
We welcome applications from students at Catholic, Independent and Government Schools for 2016 and invite parents and students to take a personal tour of the College with our Enrolment Ofcer.
A limited number of Scholarships are available on merit for Senior Secondary applicants and fee assistance is available on a needs basis at any year level.
Find out how we can take your daughter ‘One Pace Beyond’ today.
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HELD to coincide with Harmony Week this year, the International Food Fair at Hobart College celebrated community and diversity on the campus.
The College has more than50 international students, alongside 24 new migrant students and six European exchange students, in its diverse cohort, who cooked up some amazing dishes from their respective cultures.
Cuisines included Korean,Thai, Taiwanese, Japanese, Nepalese, Chinese, Afghani, German and Greek.
“The students were proudto show off their culture and their cuisine, and they particularly appreciate the fact
that local students love their food so much,” said international student counsellor Debbie Halliday.
The event was opened by aChinese lion dance, the boys on drums and in the costume having rehearsed for a month to put on a particularly cheeky and athletic display.
Principal Tracy Siedler fedthe lion a lettuce to appease him, which also signalled the start of buying, selling and consuming.
All profits this year — morethan $1000 — went to the Vanuatu Cyclone Pam Appeal via the Save the Children organisation.
The College has also welcomed two international
groups this year to undertake short-term education programs — Aarhus Business School from Denmark, and Ritsumeikan School from Japan — and will be hosting Fuzhou No.8 Middle School from China in August.
Shane Parker, the co-ordinator of the Danish visit, said: “These prestigious schools choose the Hobart College program over numerous interstate and international destinations for the quality of the teaching and learning, and the friendly, open and diverse campus that allows them to undertake a range of options, including in the outdoor education program.”
WIDE WORLD OF SORTS: The International Food Fair at Hobart College featured a very cheeky lion dance, above, and a fantastic selection of multicultural dishes, above right.
Serving up a dish of diversity
Sophia Street | Kingston6229 4829 | www.calvin.tas.edu.au
Kindergarten to Year 12
Calvin Christian School is a part of Christian Schools Tasmania
Learning life... together
At Calvin, quality is more than academic
excellence alone.
It is about the quality of care and support
that each student receives.
Te kind of care that knows exactly who
each student is.
Tat shares their challenges and dreams;
and inspires them to become everything
they are meant to be.
Troughout their journey from Kindergarten
to Year 12.
Q U A L I T Y -n H a v i n g a h i g h d e g r e e o f e x c e l l e n c e
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ST VIRGIL’S recently had the great privilege of having Edmund Rice Education Australia executive director Dr Wayne Tinsey attend to present the College with its Renewal Certificate.
The certificate is affirmation that the College is justifiably, and proudly, an authentic Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition.
Very noble words, but foreach boy sitting in the assembly, what does “authentic” actually mean?
Dr Tinsey explained eloquently that being authentic was about each boy being the best possible version of themselves that they could be.
In an age when some boysfeel great pressure to be someone they are not, it was a poignant reminder of the need for boys to be true to who they are, and to develop strong values that will guide their life in — and beyond — the school gates.
At St Virgil’s, this personal development is evident in the learning experiences available to students, whether they be in
any of the College’s 21st century learning areas, in
outdoor classrooms, or immersed in cities across
Australia and around the world as part of extensive
extra-curricular programs.St Virgil’s director of
development Mark Waddington said that at the school, through the provision of extensive subject offerings, outstanding music, sporting and artistic programs and the use of emergent technologies, students are able to find and develop their real self and to celebrate being the very best person they can be.
“Learning is facilitated byskilled, passionate and caring teachers who embrace the concept of contemporary lifelong learning,” he said.
“Teachers understand thelearning needs, styles and challenges of boys, and structure learning opportunities that will maximise learning outcomes. All this is within a fun-filled, supportive community where boys just love coming to school.”
To find out how St Virgil’s can support your son to be the best version of himself, please contact the registrar Monica Nugent either by phoning 6249 6555 or by emailing [email protected]
Best way to be authentic
OARSOME EFFORTS: Rowing is just one of the many sporting activities encouraged at St Virgil's.
LEARNING SERVICES CONTACT DETAILSALL government schools belong to a Learning Service, and these are located in regions throughout Tasmania. Learning Services provide support to schools, and are your next point of contact after your school principal.
Learning Services Southern Region 213 Cambridge Rd, Warrane 7018Phone: 6165 [email protected]
Learning Services Northern Region Launceston Office 2 Invermay Road, Inveresk 7248Phone: 6777 2440 [email protected]
Devonport Office 1 Fenton St, Devonport 7310Phone: 6478 [email protected]
Empowering students
to be their best
1 Chipmans Road Rokeby 6247 8476 www.emmanuel.tas.edu.auEmmanuel Christian School is a part of Christian Schools Tasmania
B U S E S T O A N D F R O M M O S T L O C AT I O N S K i n d e r g a r t e n t o Ye a r 1 0
Discover a rich and stimulating Christian education that equips students for all of life.
Known and valued as an individual, each student is encouraged to achieve their full potential through a broad and balanced learning environment.
We provide high quality teaching and challenge students to develop independence in learning and thinking.
Learning and Growing in Christ
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ST MICHAEL’S Collegiate School provides opportunities designed to foster lifelong learning for all its girls.
These opportunities are exemplified by the Year 9 Aspire Program and inspired by the school’s tradition of excellence.
Collegiate teachers have thebelief that a challenging and inclusive curriculum develops essential knowledge, skills and attitudes that promote positive values in young women in an increasingly complex world.
Deputy Principal Cawley Farrell said co-curricular programs reiterate the need for young women to take risks with their learning and to learn from these in a context that is safe
and nurturing.“Learning outside the
classroom supports the formal curriculum and provides memorable experiences that promote 21st century skills such as teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication and resilience,” Mrs Farrell said.
Principal Judith Tudball saidCollegiate prides itself on the range of learning opportunities designed to enable students to develop independence and realise their potential.
“Our Year 9 Aspire Program isboth physically and cognitively challenging and encompasses a number of experiential learning experiences which assist the girls
to grow in independence, maturity, social responsibility and self-belief,” Mrs Tudball said.
Collegiate girls participatingin the unique Aspire Program embrace and thrive in a culture of success.
The students explore a rangeof pursuits, such as bushwalking, rock climbing, sea-kayaking, mountain biking, caving and white-water rafting.
The girls also learn to workresponsibly and selflessly in service projects on a local, national and international level.
The students are immersed inthe culture, history and traditions of diverse communities such as Laos, the Solomon Islands, Bruny Island
and North Stradbroke Island. Mrs Tudball said giving
willingly to the community is an authentic way of demonstrating the strong Christian ethos of Collegiate.
“The benefits of the AspireProgram expound the concrete ways in which Collegiate fosters a positive identity for its students as responsible and confident women,” she said.
Mrs Tudball said that participating in such a program teaches girls to assume a central role in their learning, to adhere to set parameters, work within strong social and civic principles, and to demonstrate unique and creative ways to demonstrate their learning.
Students rise to the challenge
HIGH THERE: Jessica Durbin, 17, tackles the Organ Pipes on Mt Wellington as part of the St Michael’s Collegiate School Year 12 Outdoor Leadership trip. The school places a strong emphasis on learning outside the classroom.
THERE are 53 government schools offering secondary education in Tasmania, as well as eight senior secondary colleges.
As a system, state schools are big enough to lead and small enough to care.
Those working in state schools want every student to have the opportunity to achieve their potential by providing them with the skills they need for the future.
The schools and State Government Education Department believe that all children deserve a bright beginning and a comprehensive education.
To ensure children are provided with this, the department is committed to developing strong relationships with parents and carers.
At state schools, diversity among students is celebrated. This means
schools embrace all types of people regardless of their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or socio-economic status.
Discrimination, harassment or bullying in any form is not tolerated in schools.
The Department of Education works together with parents to ensure schools are safe, respectful and inclusive so that all students have the opportunity to be their best.
The Department worksin partnership with community and families to support all students, providing an inclusive approach to teaching and learning.
Online at www.education.tas.gov.au there is a wide range of information and resources that can further help parents to prepare children for secondary school.
Big enoughto lead, smallenough to care
CosgroveHigh School
2016 students enrolled at Cosgrove High School will enjoy:
• A Seamless Transition into High School
• A Sense of Belonging to a Strong Local Community of Learners
• Best practice in Teaching and Learning for the Middle Years & Beyond
• An Innovative Approach to Personalised and Flexible Learning
• A Dynamic Curriculum and Teaching Practices
• A Culture of Continuous Professional Development
• An Inclusive and Celebrated Culturally Diverse Student Population
• Nationally Supported Academy, Polytechnic, and Industry Partnerships
At Cosgrove we will provide all students with a uniquely personalised
and professionally enriched transition into High School. Our strength
is our professional capacity to know each of our students and to build
upon their primary school successes and achievements.
If you wish to enrol your child into grade 7, or into other grades, for 2016 please contact the school on 6271 1111 to make an appointment with the Principal.
Department of EducationCosgrove High School
Department of Education
Jordan River Learning Federation Senior School
JRLF Senior School are currentlytaking enrolments for 2016Grade 7 to Grade 12We offer Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs
in Grades 11/12.
Please contact the school offce on 6262 5500
for further information.
• Hearabouttheprogramswhichweoffer• Meetkeyteachersandstudentleaders• Taketheopportunitytoaskquestions• Tourtheschoolincludingthere-developed ScienceareaandCateringKitchen
• Experienceaperformancebyourtalented studentmusicians
Information for parents, guardians, primary students and interested community members
OPEN NIGHTWednesday 20 May 2015 | Tours 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Information Session 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Please book your seat by contacting the school office on 62442544 by Monday 18th May
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HI-TECH FACILITIES: The new MacKillop Performance Centre at St James Catholic College.
ST JAMES Catholic College has proudly blessed and opened its new multipurpose centre and named it The MacKillop Performance Centre, in honour of St Mary MacKillop, founder of the Josephite Sisters.
In true Aussie battler style,the Sisters established the first Catholic school at Cygnet in 1896. This was a wonderful opportunity for the College to formally thank the Australian Government and Catholic
Education Tasmania for funding this project, and the consultants, architects, builders, contractors and staff for their contributions.
The centre encompasses a range of facilities, including state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment to facilitate drama and music productions, new teaching and rehearsal studios, a full-sized gymnasium that also doubles as an auditorium for a range of productions, a kiosk and, across the quadrangle, a
new canteen. Fairbrothers began work on
the centre late in 2013 and the students and community at large took great interest in the work unfolding, which saw the new canteen take form, followed by the demolition of the Drill Hall and construction of the new areas.
Principal Anne Foale said thespace has true “wow factor” and students are most appreciative of the access to contemporary
learning spaces now provided. “The quality of the College’s
arts program has long been recognised, and it is an absolute joy to now be able to further support and showcase the students’ work,” she said.
“While sorry that the Drill Hall had to go, the overwhelming view is that we now have an asset that will be put to many thousands of wonderful uses over many years.”
Centre of attention takes pride of place
THE recent capital development at MacKillop Catholic College was a strategic response to its growth and development over the past 21 years.
In the past, the FoundationBuilding (formerly Mornington Primary School) and the rapid growth of the student population, coupled with limited green spaces for expansion, led to temporary solutions, such as demountable buildings.
However, this new development is in line with the goals of the Melbourne Declaration and with the implementation of the Australian Curriculum, and keeping in line with current best-practice learning and teaching practices. The design allowed for year levels to be
located in the same location, with conjoining learning spaces and shared multipurpose areas allowing for increased collaborative teaching and learning pedagogy.
The redevelopment also included the construction of new music rooms, with purpose-built practice rooms, as well as a drama space large enough to hold year-level assemblies and small performances, and a student support area.
In addition to the Kirby Development, the capital development project also presented the opportunity for the Rice Resource Centre to be established.
The project involved the expansion of the pre-existing library space and the
development of information technology rooms.
The development of theseinteractive, flexible and contemporary teaching spaces allows teachers to deliver a more personalised learning experience.
The original facilities werebuilt as a primary school and therefore developed around primary school pedagogy.
This development providesstudents with an environment that is more tailored to secondary school education, as well as providing an environment that stimulates student learning.
Modern educational requirements of small-group, collaborative, inclusive and highly interactive learning
place demands on the physical infrastructure in which the learning takes place.
The learning environmentsupporting the best recommended teaching practices needs to be highly flexible, in terms of overall structure, such as movable walls, good sound-tolerant characteristics, temperature-controlled and light and highly
visible spaces, and the internal infrastructure supplied with easily rearranged modules facilitating use of contemporary information technology.
Principal Sally Towns saidwhen looking at the new development, it would be easy to imagine that this College’s development has been a straightforward affair.
“This is not true,” Dr Townssaid. “This College’s foundation,growth and ongoing successes have been a product of vision, wisdom, shared effort, hard work and prayer of those past and present.
“However, it is vital that when considering this College we draw back even further to the vision, faith and dedication of Saint Mary MacKillop and Blessed Edmund Rice.
“We acknowledge their legacy by naming our new buildings within the context of both their stories — that being the Kirby Building and Rice Resource Centre.”
Things are developing nicely
BUILDING MOMENTUM: MacKillop Catholic College has undergone major construction work.
MACKILLOP CATHOLIC COLLEGE
www.mackillop.tas.edu.au
Application forms, school tours and information about the College are available
from the Principal’s Secretary by phoning 6245 0099 or visit our website and
download an application form:
• Equipping your son or daughter for living, working and learning in the 21st century.
Goondi Street, MORNINGTON
PHONE • (03) 6245 0099 | WEB • www.mackillop.tas.edu.au
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2015
Celebrating 21 years ofinspiring learning.
MONTROSE BAY HIGH SCHOOL
Enrolments are now open for Grade 7-10 for 2016 and beyond. An information session for parents wanting to fnd out more about this
innovative school will be held at:
7pm, Thursday 7 May 2015
in the school's Performing Arts Centre
For further informationplease contact the school
865 Brooker Avenue, Glenorchy Tas. 7010 Ph 62082666
Email: [email protected]
Department Of Education
Montrose Bay High School
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FROM a cattle property at Geeveston to the peaks of the Central Highlands; from the lecture rooms of the University of Tasmania to the teaching kitchens of the Suan Dusit International Culinary School, Bangkok … these are just some of Guilford Young College’s classrooms.
Over two physically differentcampuses — in Hobart and Glenorchy — Tasmania’s only senior secondary Catholic co-educational college offers more than 100 TQA and VET courses in an environment that encourages boys and girls to become young men and women.
High-achieving academicstudents, hands-on VET students, dramatic, musical and visual arts students, those seeking personal bests, sporting and service-minded students all find a pathway at GYC as they transition from
their high school days into their adult future.
While offering such a diverse, holistic and values-based college life, GYC achieves results.
Academically, it is consistently one of the top three colleges in the state based on ATAR scores, and has been named one of the top three providers of VET pathways nationally.
Last year it was also giventhe rare honour of a Certificate of Commendation for the Small Training Provider of the Year Award at the Skills Tasmania annual Tasmanian Training Awards.
This was in recognition ofits groundbreaking demonstration that school-based VET delivery and assessment can provide the same quality and standard as the more conventional industry-based registered
training organisations.Principal Bobby Court said
that in the great tradition of Catholic education, welcome, hospitality, warmth, care, inclusiveness and providing the best “learning for life” for each one of GYC’s 900 students — these are the hallmarks of the school’s community.
“In our 20 years we have educated more than 10,000 students,’’ Mrs Court said.
“The breadth of our courseofferings and richness of College life ensure we provide a challenging and satisfying experience for all our students, where aspirations are raised and confidence in personal achievement and commitment social responsibility are applauded.
“I look forward to welcoming your son or daughter as a student to GYC and your family into the GYC community.”
GETTING BACK TO NATURE: An Outdoor Leadership class from Guilford Young College takes a breather during their first 2015 excursion — to the Walls of Jerusalem.
Variety the spice of life
KINGSTONHIGH SCHOOLWELCOMES YOU TO:21st century learning
Department of EducationKingston High School
• State of the art facilities
• Excellent NAPLAN results
• Performing arts auditorium
• Cultural exchange program
• Focus on sustainability
• State of the art technology
• Partnership with Kingborough Sports Centre
• Annual musical production
• Band program
JOIN US FOR PROSPECTIVE PARENT INFORMATION EVENINGThursday May 28th 2015 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Kingston View Drive Kingston Ph: 03 62831222
Guilford YoungCollegelearning for life
OPEN DAYWednesday 6 May
9am - noonHobart and Glenorchy Campuses
ALL WELCOME
Elizabeth Collegei n s p i r e d r e s o u r c e f u l l e a r n e r s
education.tas.gov.au/academy/elizabeth
6235 6555
Join us in 2016To fnd out more,
visit our website or fnd us on Facebook
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ON THE COVER
KEEN TO LEARN: Fahan School Year 12 students, from left, Sarah Grace, Samantha Bailey and Meg Jones take a break between classes. Picture: MATTHEW THOMPSON
ROAD TO SUCCESS: Elizabeth College Safety Matters participant Hayley Doering.
ELIZABETH College students have an extra reason to look forward to their studies.
With the launch of a Learner Driver mentoring program in the College’s new dual-control Mazda, students are able to get on the road sooner and become safer drivers.
The Safety Matters program helpsstudents get their licences, and includes dedicated defensive driving tuition aimed at ensuring that they will be more skilled and responsible
drivers throughout their lives.Participant Hayley Doering has
been on the program during 2015. “It has been great to spend one
hour each week with my mentor Matt from the PCYC,” she said.
“He has given me the time to develop my skills and confidence, and I am ready now to go for my L2 Licence test.
“Fingers crossed I will pass thanksto Matt and Safety Matters.”
The mentors have been impressed
not only with the skill and maturity of their learners, but by how fulfilling it is to build a rapport with the students and help them enhance both their self-esteem and employability.
Many students find that their opportunities to drive with someone at home are limited or non-existent.
Safety Matters aims to give thesestudents the chance to get the ball rolling. All learners have the opportunity to access two free lessons before working with their
mentors, thanks to the generosity of the RACT Driving School.
Safety Matters aims to operate 25hours per week. To do this it needs more mentors who can volunteer at least one hour per week. Prospective mentors are invited to contact Elizabeth College on 6235 6500.
Safety Matters would like to thankits sponsors for assisting with this program: The MAIB, DJ Motors, The TACC, Saunders Signs, Tasmania Police and The Republic Bar and Cafe.
Students driven (safely) to pass their tests
THE Anzac Centenary will be marked in a unique way by Dominic College students this month as they bring to life stories of local Anzacs in an original multimedia theatre production titled In Their Own Words.
Dominic College’s directorof creative arts K-10, Michael O’Brien, describes In Their Own Words as unique and moving.
“The spine and guiding principle of this ambitious project has been to honour the 281 men and women whose names are etched upon the Glenorchy War Memorial,” he said.
Mr O’Brien thanked the Glenorchy and wider community for their overwhelming response to the College’s call for letters, diaries, photographs and memorabilia of these men and women.
Contributions included two
previously unknown Anzac diaries, those of Private Lionel Powell and of Private Albert Pearce.
Mrs Lynne Rhodes’ storiesand photos of her uncle, Private Len Millhouse, stimulated a significant line of research through the Australian National Library archives.
Dominic College old scholar Viv Curtain had four aunts who served as nurses in the Great War. Year 10 student Tennille Doyle will play his Aunty Kit.
“As far as possible, we haveused the actual words, the images and the stories of the men and women named on the memorial,” Mr O’Brien said.
“We present our discoveriesalongside the words, images and responses of our own students, who are close in age to many of those who experienced these tumultuous
events, and lived with the effect of war on our community 100 years ago.”
Dramaturge and residentplaywright Carrie McLean has worked with Mr O’Brien and Dominic College drama students to shape and dramatise the action in a Verbatim Theatre style.
Dance teacher Jenina Evans has choreographed the movement with the College’s elective dance students.
Choir and concert band students have scored the music and will accompany the performance. Media and IT students have formed a contemporary and historical blend of images and sound, creating a palette of moving information that supports the action.
Dominic College’s Anzacproject culminates in performances of In Their Own Words on April 23, 24 and 25 in The Oratory Space, the
College’s new creative arts arena.
Dominic College PrincipalBeth Gilligan said the stories, interwoven through the interdisciplinary performance project, will surprise, inspire and touch the hearts of the audience.
“For the students and performers, and for the whole College, our Anzac project has
been a passionate embrace of community memory of World War I and a journey to honour that memory in a way never achieved before,” she said.
“We have made many discoveries — about the people on the memorial, about Glenorchy, then and now, about Hobart, about us as Australians, and about
ourselves. We have all been touched by the process.”
Ms Gilligan thanked the Federal and State governments for their significant support of the project, and suggested those interested can read further about the project or buy tickets at www.dominic .tas.edu.au/anzac
POIGNANT: Director Michael O’Brien with students during rehearsals for In Their Own Words.
Words say so much
Mount Carmel College
We nurture. We challenge. We care.
We recognise the intrinsic relationship between student wellbeing, pastoral care and learning. We actively celebrate diversity and encourage a love of learning.Enrolments are now open for all year levels: - Kindergarten to Grade 2 (girls and boys) - Grade 3 to Year 10 (girls only)For a copy of our Prospectus and Enrolment Information, please call or visit us at www.mountcarmel.tas.edu.au
Mount Carmel College is a Catholic, Kinder to Year 10 school for girls and young boys.
361 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, Tasmania Ph (03) 6216 7900 www.mountcarmel.tas.edu.au
kindergarten to year 10 all in one place.
Catholic. Co-educational. Community. Call Alicia on 6274 6010 for enrolment information.
www.dominic.tas.edu.au Become a part of our community. [email protected]
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STUDENTS at Fahan School have been encouraged to think outside the square when it comes to science, and in particular building bridges and platforms.
In Term One, Year 8 studentsparticipated in an engineering workshop run by Questacon in which they were given the task to construct a platform off the side of a building for a quadcopter to land on safely.
Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre, aims to increase the understanding and awareness of science and technology while making it fun and interactive for students.
During the session, studentsfirst began by testing their understanding of physics and mathematics by using a Bridge Constructor app on the iPad.
Using the app allowed students to test many variables in bridge construction, including weight loads, wire and timber supports for the bridge, and the effect of building both under and/or above the bridge.
This process enabled students to understand concepts of tension and compression, and which materials are best used in either case.
Students were able to put these skills into practice when they were asked to design and build their platform.
There were no restrictions onhow to design the platform, but the girls were given limited materials, as you would be in the real world.
The girls rose to the challenge, producing many unique platforms.
“I really enjoyed
experimenting with the Bridge Constructor App and then building the platform for the quadcopter. It was great to learnabout suspension and what kind of shapes are strongest for different weights,” Fahan student Isabella Farid said.
“It was heaps of fun. I am extremely interested in science and think I might like to study engineering in the future,” student Josephine Burbury said.
Fahan School head of scienceAimee Woodward said the
School provides many opportunities like this in the field of science.
“We aim to strengthen students’ ability to problem-solve,” she said.
“These skills are developedfrom a young age and encouraged through every year of a student’s time at Fahan.
“When our girls graduate Year 12, they are well equipped to embark on any pursuit they like, including a strong uptake in engineering and science fields.”
CO-OPERATION: Fahan School Year 8 students Josephine Burbury and Isabella Farid work on their quadcopter landing platform. The project was part of an engineering workshop run by Questacon.
How to bridge knowledge gap
ENROL NOW FOR 2016The school is located in an open bushland setting with spectacular views of the DerwentRiver. We seek to provide a secure environment promoting excellence in education and
character development.
Your daughter can be a Fahan girl.
Applications for Academic, General Excellence and Music Scholarships are now open for Years 5-12 in 2016.
Register at www.fahan.tas.edu.au/scholarships
Registrations close Friday 24 April and examinations will be held Saturday 2 May.
To enquire or to book a tour of Fahan School contact Edwina Cummings on 6225 1064 or e-mail [email protected]
The outstanding school for girls.
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MOUNT Carmel College is a special place.
While it is true that the school’s position overlooking the River Derwent is a stunning setting for learning, and that as one of the top 10 Tasmanian schools (ACARA My School Top Schools By State 2014), Mount Carmel
also has a proud academic history.
Principal Susan Ryan saidthe school’s greatest strengths are a strong sense of community and the Gospel values that underpin and permeate all aspects of the school.
“At Mount Carmel, our
strong belief is that there is an intrinsic relationship between student wellbeing, pastoral care and learning,” she said.
“In essence, students needto feel happy and connected in order to learn. To that end, we support an explicit focus on the provision of a safe,
contemporary learning environment, where students are respected and where their social and emotional resilience is fostered.”
Principal Ryan said the staffat Mount Carmel are committed to nurture, challenge and care for the students.
She said the relationshipsbetween students and teachers are an important focus.
“These respectful relationships are one of the hallmarks of our College,” Principal Ryan said.
“Furthermore, strong partnerships with families are highly valued. Working closely with parents and carers, we are best placed to provide the optimum conditions that enable our students to flourish.
“At the heart of our missionis the rich heritage we have inherited from the Sisters of Charity, a heritage of service and social justice.”
At Mount Carmel, the “girls-only” environment from Grade 3 to Year 10 enables students to take intellectual risks and to focus on excellence in achievement.
“We understand that girlsthrive in a learning
environment where they are known, valued and affirmed. We provide incredible opportunities for our students to grow and flourish,” Principal Ryan said.
“Mount Carmel really is a
wonderful place where staff and students work alongside one another as they challenge individuals to develop their potential, live their faith and contribute to shaping a socially just society. “
SENSE OF COMMUNITY: Mount Carmel College Principal Susan Ryan spends some quality time with students Thaniscia Patricio, Rose Duigan and Bridget Siedentopf.
Make a special connection
GALLIPOLIAUSTRALIA AT WAR
EDUCATION KIT 201555 $50Incl. GST
The Mercury is pleased to offer Tasmanian teachers our landmark education kit for 2015: Gallipoli – Australia at War.
One hundred years ago Australian soldiers landed on the shores of Gallipoli as part of the Allied campaign of World War I.
as a federated nation. What those soldiers couldn’t know on April 25, 1915 was just how much the event would help to forge our nation’s identity. A legend was born, the legend of Anzac.
This kit will give teachers access to collectable issues of the Mercury newspaper, in the lead up to Anzac Day and the week after, as well as posters and stickers, plus workbooks for primary and secondary level, with 40 activities in each, all related to Gallipoli.
This informative education resource will help meet some of your national curriculum needs in History, Geography, English and Civics and Citizenship (activities suited for Grades 3 to 10).
For more information contact Damian Bester on 6230 0736, email [email protected] or visit mercurynie.com.au to download an order form.
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THE Friends’ School is proud of its academic results, but prouder of its students.
Last year, 160 students completed Year 12 at Friends’ and of these, 88 (55 per cent) achieved an ATAR of 90 and above, which placed them in the top 10 per cent throughout Australia.
Principal Nelson File saidthe school focuses on its students as its priority, and particularly seeks to help students develop into men and women who will think clearly, act with integrity, make decisions for themselves, and hold a global perspective.
He also said he believes thisfocus, which applies across the entire school, is one of the main reasons that Friends’ students consistently achieve excellent academic results.
A co-educational school, Friends’ is the only Quaker school in the southern hemisphere and the largest Quaker school in the world.
The Quaker values that Friends’ was founded on still apply today — particularly the recognition of “that of God” in everyone, the desirability of simplicity, and the intention to establish peace and justice.
Students enrolled in Years11 and 12 at Friends’ have the option of completing either
the TCE or the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Students may also enrol inVocational Education and Training courses.
Co-curricular opportunitiesat Friends’ are extensive and students are encouraged to participate. Sports include athletics, Australian Rules football, basketball, hockey,
rowing, sailing, soccer, swimming, tennis and underwater hockey.
Music opportunities include the wind ensemble, the High School Stage Band, choir, brass, marimba, the Chinese Music Ensemble and string quartets.
Service is also strongly encouraged at Friends’, where
students can participate in activities supporting organisations such as Amnesty International, Landcare and Relay for Life.
Enrichment and Extensionco-curricular options include house drama, debating, mathematics challenge, chess, art club, film club and community yoga.
All class and proud to put students first
FINELY TUNED: The audience appreciates a performance.
ANOTHER STRING: Many musical opportunities exist for students at The Friends’ School.
Are you a teacher interested in developing a studentnews page with your class in The Mercury in 2015?
The Mercury’s Newspapers In Education Program has been giving studentsthe opportunity to create and publish their own School Pages in its currentform since 1995. The process involves writing stories, taking photographs
and selling advertising.
This is open to primary, secondary andsenior secondary students.
Check out our website: www.mercurynie.com.auclick on to School Pages and scroll down for more information
and see examples of previously published pages.
We would be interested in discussing plans for 2015 now. Contact:
Damian Bester Peter CareyEducation Services Manager Advertising FacilitatorPh 62300736 Ph 62300546E: [email protected] E: [email protected]
STUDENT NEWSPAGES IN 2015
THE 2015 WORKSHOPS ARE NOW UNDER WAY.CALL US NOW TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST.
55% of 2014 Leavers achieved an ATAR of 90 and above.
Limited vacancies in 2016
The Friends’ SchoolPO Box 42 North Hobart TAS 7002
www.friends.tas.edu.au
The Friends’ School is committed to gender balance and therefore invites enquiries for all year groups. Vacancies may exist for either girls or boys.
As a Quaker School, Friends’ encourages commitment to seek the good in each person, which is central to the respectful and healthy relationships between all members of the School community. Friends’ is also proud of its academic achievements, with 24 students in the TCE Top 100 last year. The strong culture of learning is complemented by an outstanding extra-curricular program incorporating extensive music and arts opportunities, and a wide range of sporting teams.
Supplementary Financial AssistanceBursaries for boarding and tuition are available for exceptional students who can offer qualities that will enrich the entire School and contribute to our ability to deliver the Purpose and Concerns statement. Flexible pathways are offered to Year 11 and 12 students, with the opportunity to study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma, the Tasmanian Certificate of Education, and Vocational Education and Training programs.
Please contact our enrolments office for more information on (03) 6210 2286 or email [email protected].
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“FLIPPING” a classroom describes a teaching strategy in which students are first exposed to educational content outside of class, whether by text or video, leaving significant amounts of class time to assimilate content through practice, discussion, debate and excursions.
These are often opportunitiesthat are desirable but do not fit within the timetable of “traditional” teaching techniques.
Students are able to access new content in their own time when they are most prepared to engage with it, no longer having to meet the demands of a fixed timetable — and impediments to learning such as lost days due to illness or conflicting commitments are no longer an issue.
Around-the-clock access to video lectures allows for complete revision of the material at any stage of the year, without having to rely on notes taken on the day or borrowed from a friend.
Hutchins School teacher AdamJames said a flipped classroom model was implemented on a trial basis in the Year 12 Chemistry class last year.
Dr James, winner of the 2014ACEL Tasmania Growing in Leadership Awards, said as chemistry is a subject with significant amounts of content knowledge required of students, the course was expected to be well suited to this teaching model.
He said it was shown to be agood fit via student feedback and final TCE results that exceeded expectations.
“The boys responded positively to the video lectures, enjoying the concise, edited format that made repeat viewing less laborious, and used their class time to individually or group-wise pursue their choice of problem-based questions, experiments, report writing … and occasionally to study for the economics test next period,” Dr James said.
“Being free from having to give a traditional lecture each class allowed me to spend my time supporting boys in their individual learning journey, with a deeper understanding of each boy’s progress in the course.”
He said the flipped classroommodel had been a great success for his students because they come to class ready to use the new skills they have developed.
“For me, the opportunity towork with my students as they implement and clarify their skills, rather than leaving this important step to them to complete when I am not available to support them, provides for deeper teaching and a more individualised working relationship with each student,” Dr James said.
“I have observed more sophisticated study techniques and independent learning, which students say they feel comfortable exploring given the security of the video format.
“We have invested our classtime in more excursions, experiments and in-class student presentations throughout the year than would typically be possible with a more traditional content delivery method.”
EXPERT ADVICE: Dr Adam James, centre, helps Hutchins students Ziah Cooper, left, and Joshua Summerfield, right, with electroplating copper, while referring to his online video explaining the concepts they are studying.
A flipping good idea
Fine line to cyber safetyTHE transition into high school or senior secondary school often means that students start to make greater use of online technology and social media.
Making sure that children are safe online is a shared responsibility betweenthe community, parents, schools and students.
Children should be able to learn in a safe, supportive and respectful schoolenvironment. This includes participating safely in technology-based learning and using technology responsibly.FOR STUDENTS:SCHOOLS work within a framework that provides all schools, teachers, parents and students with resources to develop student safety and wellbeing policies, including cyber safety.STUDENTS learn how to be responsible users of technology. Schools have guidelines about the acceptable use of technology that students must agree to.THE Department of Education filters internet use to protect against known risks.FOR PARENTS:TALK to your child about what they are doing and looking at online.TALK to your child about the dangers of giving personal details out online.EDUCATE your child about the dangers of online activities.ENCOURAGE your child to talk to you about any problems.USE a filtering system at home to make sure your child can’t access dangerous things online.● For more information, visit the cyber safety page at www.education.tas.gov.au or the National Safe Schools Hub at www.safeschoolshub.edu.au
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offer for schools for the Mercury & Sunday Tasmanian
Enrolments are now open for 2016.Our vision is to provide an inspirational education
where each boy strives to achieve his personal best
and is willing to service his community as an informed
and active-citizen; locally, nationally and globally.
We offer an outstanding education that is specifcally
designed for boys from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12
all on one campus. Students are provided with endless
opportunities to partake in co-curricular programs
including music, debating, sports and performing arts.
For more information contact our Enrolments Assistant
on 6221 4236 or [email protected]
THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL 71 Nelson Rd, Sandy Bay
www.hutchins.tas.edu.au
THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL BUILDING GOOD MEN