As we reach the midpoint of Term 2, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the progress we have made as a school community. Our focus this term has been on the value of Respect, and it has been encouraging to see this reflected in classrooms and conversations across the school.

Walking through our learning spaces, I have seen students and staff working side by side to support one another and strive for excellence. One highlight has been reading the many nominations for our Values Certificates, which reflect the positive choices and respectful behaviours our students are demonstrating every day. Congratulations to all recipients!

Year 7 students have continued to build on their strong start to high school. Your successful transition in Term 1, capped off by a memorable camp experience, has set a solid foundation for the year ahead. Your feedback and classroom achievements speak volumes—well done!

Year 10 students are currently immersed in their work experience placements, gaining valuable insights into the world beyond school. We will be sharing more details soon about key dates and expectations for the remainder of 2025.

To our Years 8 and 9 students—thank you for the calm, focused learning environments you are creating. It has been a pleasure to visit your classrooms and see the high levels of engagement and collaboration with your teachers.

This week, all students will be invited to take part in our Student Support and Wellbeing Survey. This is an important opportunity to share your thoughts on how we are progressing as a school and to let us know what additional support you may need. Your feedback will help guide our planning and ensure we continue to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for everyone.

Looking ahead, our focus will shift to the value of Growth. Students will be encouraged to reflect on feedback and set goals for the remainder of the term. Families will also be included in this process through SeeSaw, where you will be able to view and discuss your child’s progress. We also welcome ongoing input from our Student Executive Council (SEC) and Class Representatives as we continue to build on the strong start to 2025.

Finally, a reminder that our 3 Way Conferences will be held on Wednesday, 2 July. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with teachers and discuss your child’s learning journey.

Thank you for your continued support.

Week 1 of this term, students from Years 9 to 12 had the exciting opportunity to attend Agfest 2025, one of Tasmania’s premier agricultural field days. Held in Carrick, the event brought together thousands of visitors, exhibitors, and industry leaders to celebrate innovation, sustainability, and the future of farming. 

For many students, the visit was a chance to explore career pathways in agriculture, agritech, and environmental science. From drone demonstrations and livestock showcases to hands-on machinery exhibits and interactive STEM displays, there was something to spark every interest.

Agfest 2025 proved to be more than just a field trip—it was an inspiring glimpse into the future of agriculture and the many opportunities it holds for the next generation. 

The Year 11 and 12 students had an extra special reason for attending Agfest. They had spent Term 1 growing black radish plants. As part of Agfest, Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture had organised a vegetable growing competition “Let it Grow” where schools are given the challenge to grow the largest vegetable. The radish grown by Wynyard High School ended up weighing the heaviest by 30grams, winning the school Seed Freaks vouchers, a wicking bed and a visit from an entomologist (Insect specialist). 

Well done Ms Dornauf and the Horticulture students. 

On Wednesday, 9 April, Year 7 students travelled to Launceston for the Year 7 camp. They participated in a range of fun and educational activities, including the Launceston Aquatic Centre, QVMAG and planetarium and Treetop Adventures. The students developed their independence, resilience and courage. The students represented Wynyard High School to a very high standard.  

On Friday, 23 May we held our annual School Cross Country.

Conditions were tough as the day began with rain, but this slowly cleared up leading to perfect running conditions. The Year 7/8 students ran 4km and the 9/10 students ran the 5km track. The day ran well, with all students finishing the race and coming together for some exciting games to end the day.

On Wednesday, 4 June we have a group of students who will be travelling over to Penguin to compete at Inter-High.

Congratulations to all students who participated on the day and a huge thankyou to all staff involved.

The House points for the Cross Country are as follows:

Gibbons: 184

Austin: 188

Jenner: 196

Congratulations to the following students for finishing at the top of their year groups.

On Tuesday, 27 May, Year 10 students had the opportunity to take part in RYDA (Rotary Youth Driver Awareness) workshops at Camp Clayton. These workshops included discussions on how our state of mind can influence our driving behaviour, how fatigue affects our driving and how to speak up if we feel unsafe as a passenger in a car. Due to the fine weather, we were also able to see a demonstration on the breaking/stopping distances required at various speeds and the importance of car safety features. Presenters included current and past police officers, Rotary volunteers from around the state and someone who had survived a horrific crash themselves. These workshops gave our Year 10 students a chance to consider how their decisions and attitudes to driving could affect themselves and others, as they become young adult drivers. We would like to thank Rotary for once again providing this opportunity to our grade 10 students. 

Wynyard High School is proud of Willow, who represented us with excellence during her work experience in Parliament this week. Her enthusiasm, communication skills, and keen interest in government have been outstanding. Willow has done herself, her family, and our community proud in what has been a varied and rewarding week.

Student Report

During my work experience, I was placed at the Wynyard Library. I chose this placement because I'm interested in books and what libraries do. Each day, I was responsible for finding the books that were on hold and checking them out and seeing if they were being collected at Wynyard or needed to be transferred to other libraries around the state. I learned how to check books in and out, how to place holds, and how to shelve books.

I found it challenging to shelve the non-fiction books because when you organise these, the Dewey Decimal System is used and some books had six or more numbers.

The staff were amazing and kind and were more than happy to answer any questions I had. Overall, I would definitely recommend the Wynyard Library for work experience.

By Claire

Congratulations to Mary and Elka on their selection in the Under 15 Girls Football State Team! Both students have earned a place in the Tasmanian side and will travel to Queensland to represent the state.

On Thursday 12 June, we are hosting our Big Freeze event to raise awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Students are encouraged to dress in their winter warmers and enjoy hot chocolate and warm donuts as we come together for this important cause. As part of the event, both staff and students will be taking the plunge into icy water to show their support. While Joan is no longer able to participate, we have brought in the big guns—long-time staff member Claire and local football legend Keegan! But there is a catch, they will not be braving the freeze unless we hit their fundraising targets. We are calling on the Wynyard community to rally behind this great cause and help us reach our goal. Donations can be made by following the link: Support_FightMDN_BigFreeze

Work samples showcasing your child’s learning across all subject areas will be shared with families via SeeSaw. These will be sent home between week 5 and week 8 of Term 2.

Please keep an eye on SeeSaw during this period to celebrate your child’s progress and achievements!

If you are unable to access Seesaw please contact the school.

We have an abundance of lost property (school uniforms).

Starting week 6 these items will be placed on the stage in the Student Centre.

If your child has lost any clothing, they can go through these items during recess and lunch.

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

Price List - Recess

SAVOURY TOAST                                      $2.00
SAVOURY ZUCCHINI MUFFIN                    $2.00
SAVOURY SCROLL                                    $2.00
GARLIC PIDES                                           $3.00
SAUSAGE ROLLS                                      $4.00
CUP NOODLES                                          $3.00
BANANA BREAD                                        $2.00
SWEET MUFFINS (HOMEMADE)                $2.00
PEAR AND BLUEBERRY BREAD                $2.00
FRUIT BUNS                                              $1.50

Price List - Lunch

THE GOOD PIE (MEAT PIE)                       $5.00
THE GOOD SAUSAGE ROLLS                   $4.00
TOASTED SANDWICHES         FROM        $3.00
SALAD WRAPS / SALAD ROLLS                $5.00
CHICKEN CHILLI WRAPS                           $5.00
CHICKEN BURGERS                                  $5.00
CHEESE BURGERS                                   $5.00
CHICKEN SAUSAGE ROLLS                      $3.50
FRIED RICE                                               $4.00
PIZZA SUBS WHS WAY                              $4.00
CUP NOODLES                                          $3.00
SMALL PASTA                                            $4.00
HOMEMADE SOUP (IN COOLER MONTHS)   $3.00
GARLIC PIDES                                           $3.00

Price List - Extras available recess and lunch

WATER                                          $2.00 & $3.00
JUST JUICE BOX                                       $2.00
JUICY ISLE POP TOP JUICE                      $3.00
NIPPYS MILK                                             $3.50
CLASSIC MILK                                           $4.00
UP AND GO                                                $2.50
SLUSHIES – LUNCH ONLY                         $3.50
BERRI 99% JUICE FROZEN TUBES           0.50c
FROZEN FRUIT                                          0.50c
FRESH FRUIT SALAD CUP                        $3.50
YOGHURT & BERRY CUPS                        $3.50
FROZEN YOGHURT                                   $3.00

ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY 9:00AM ON THE
QKR! APP OR AT THE CANTEEN

EXTRA SPECIALS DAILY. CHECK ON ANNOUNCEMENTS OR THE QKR! APP FOR AVAILABILITY

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Friday - 8:15am to 3:30pm

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

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

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

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

Active travel means walking, cycling, scootering, skateboarding or any similar transport where human energy is spent to travel. The health benefits of active travel are well recognised, particularly as an alternative to motorised or sedentary forms of transport. Using public transport almost always includes walking to and from destinations, and therefore also can be considered as active travel. 

Active travel can also make a significant impact on carbon emissions. Cycling, e-biking or walking can help tackle the climate crisis, even if you swap the car for active travel just one day a week - according to a first of its kind, 2021 UK study. 

“We found that those who switch just one trip per day from car driving to cycling reduce their carbon footprint by about 0.5 tonnes over a year.” 

Walking or biking to school is an early experience and obvious opportunity for ‘utility cycling’ which is cycling for transport and not just for fun. Utility cycling regularly through childhood typically leads to higher rates of walking and cycling for daily trips into adulthood. It is therefore valuable for encouraging a longer-term, city and potentially state or nation-wide modal shift towards more active mobility. 

Since children learn by example, and parents and carers can be powerful role models, we are taking this opportunity to ask parents and carers about their school commutes and opportunities for active travel to and from school.  

Safe and Active Routes to School Survey 

This survey helps us to learn more about how you/your children travel to and from school, why you choose to travel this way and your day-to-day experiences regarding safety and movement. The survey is targeting the Wynyard and Somerset community of schools, but anyone in the Waratah-Wynyard LGA can provide answers. 

We will use this information to help inform future decision-making around infrastructure improvements and other measures we can all use as a community to share the streets.  

Your participation is voluntary. The survey should take around 5-10 minutes to complete. 

Link to survey: https://forms.office.com/r/ayyaHXEYiZ 

Recognition for our School Health Nurses

School health nurses play an important role in our school community, delivering health education and promotion, and supporting student wellbeing.

The Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) has recently introduced the internationally recognised DAISY Award program in schools through the School Health Nurse program.

Those with a health background may already be familiar with this program. Run by the DAISY Foundation, it is a way to acknowledge and celebrate the care and compassion that nurses deliver to the people they care for each and every day.

The program is run in 38 countries, but this is the first time anywhere in the world it will be delivered in a school setting.

Nominations are now open for the DECYP DAISY Award.  If you or a family member have had a positive experience with a school health nurse and would like to see their work recognised, why not consider nominating them! 

You can nominate them using this form, by sending an email to daisy@decyp.tas.gov.au, or getting in touch with school staff for help or more information.

Whether you’re a student, parent or carer, or a DECYP staff member, anyone can nominate a school health nurse you think is worthy of recognition.

Nominations will close on 13 June, with winners announced at an awards ceremony on 4 July. For more information, you can also visit DECYP’s website.