It is hard to believe that we are already over halfway through the term! There has certainly been a lot happening, and it has been wonderful to see our students settling back into school life so well. A special mention goes to our Year 7 students, who have made a fantastic start to high school, embracing new challenges and experiences with enthusiasm.

NAPLAN

This week, our Year 7 and 9 students commenced NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy), which will continue into next week with four assessments in total. NAPLAN is designed to assess student progress in literacy and numeracy, helping teachers and schools identify areas for support and improvement. We commend our students for their focus and effort during these assessments.

Year 7 PCYC Visits & Upcoming Camp

One of the highlights of the year so far has been the Year 7 PCYC visits, which were showcased at our assembly on Wednesday. It was fantastic to watch the video of students working together to solve problems and navigate obstacle courses, demonstrating teamwork, resilience, and determination. The Year 7 students are now eagerly looking forward to their camp in the final week of this term which will be a wonderful opportunity to build friendships, develop leadership skills, and enjoy the outdoors.

Surf Carnival Success

Another standout event this term was our Surf Carnival at Boat Harbour. It was incredible to see our students enthusiastically participating in a range of beach and water activities. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Boat Harbour Surf Life Saving Club for ensuring the safety of our students and running the events on the day. A big thank you also to Miss Mitchell and Mr Pieremont for their hard work in organising such a successful event.

External School Review

A huge thank you to the students and parents who participated in our External School Review. This review was a valuable process, providing insights into our school’s strengths and future focus areas. It highlighted the fantastic opportunities available at Wynyard High School and the dedication of our staff and students. The recommendations from the review will be shared with the School Association in the coming weeks, ensuring we continue to grow and improve as a school community.

Parent Engagement & Upcoming Conferences

It was wonderful to have parents and guardians at our Meet and Greet session last week. Building strong connections between home and school is essential to student success. Parents will soon have another opportunity to meet with teachers at our 3 Way Conferences on Monday, 24 March, and Tuesday, 25 March. We encourage all families to attend with their child to discuss their Progress Report, which was posted home today. These reports provide an overview of how students have started the year in all their subjects.

Upcoming Assembly

It was fantastic to see parents and guardians at this week’s assembly. Our next assembly will be held on Tuesday, 8 April at 10:35am, and we look forward to celebrating more student achievements.

As we move into the second half of the term, we thank our students, staff, and families for their ongoing support and enthusiasm. Let’s keep up the great work!

Our annual Surf Carnival took place at Boat Harbour Beach on Friday, 28 February and what a fantastic day it was! With crystal-clear water, perfect weather and mild conditions, students and staff alike enjoyed a memorable day of competition. 

As students stepped off the bus, the beach and surroundings felt brighter and enthused as the competition was underway. The beach was buzzing with energy as the first events got underway. Year 7s approached the day with a mix of nerves and enthusiasm, eager to experience their first surf carnival. Years 8 and 9 hyped each other up, bracing for the cool water, while the Year 10s arrived confident and ready to take on the challenge.  

The competition was fierce this year, with impressive performances across all year levels. The addition of some talented new Year 7 competitors kept the results unpredictable. Jenner and Gibbons worked hard to earn valuable points, while Austin fought to defend their lead for another year. 

Every student and house should be proud of their efforts. It was fantastic to see so many students participating, embracing the messages about sun safety and hydration, and supporting their peers with encouragement throughout the day. 

A huge thank you to the Boat Harbour Beach Surf Lifesaving Club members and volunteers who gave up their time to help the event run smoothly. We also appreciate the dedication of our teachers who organised the carnival and the staff who supported the day. Special mention goes to our House Captains, who endured an early start to help set up—your leadership and commitment did not go unnoticed! 

As we celebrate the success of this carnival, we now turn our focus to the next big event on the school calendar. Well done, everyone! 

This year’s Surf Carnival Champions are listed below, along with the house points. 

Our Road Ready class had the opportunity to welcome Hayley from RACT's Getting Ready for the Road program. The session was aimed at Year 10 students who are either preparing for their learners' license or are in the early stages of their learner journey. Hayley covered a range of important topics, including the significance of driving a safe car, the licencing process, the Fatal Five, and the essential skills and driving behaviours that contribute to being a safe road user.

Jonathon from Youth, Family and Community Connections (YFCC) will continue visiting our Year 8 classes this term to facilitate a series of important workshops. These sessions are designed to cover a range of topics focused on promoting health, safety, and informed decision-making. The workshops empower students with valuable knowledge and skills to navigate challenges they may face and encourage them to make positive choices in their everyday lives. We are excited to offer this opportunity and believe it will greatly benefit our students as they continue their personal development. Jonathon will be working closely with our Year 7 cohort in Term 2. 

PCYC Excursions

Our Year 7 students have been putting their leadership, communication, cooperation, and teamwork skills to the test at the Burnie PCYC indoor obstacle course. Each week, a new student steps up as the team leader, guiding their peers through increasingly difficult challenges. As the course progresses, planks are removed, 5kg medicine balls are introduced, and one team member even navigates while wearing vision-impaired goggles! This exciting program is building confidence, resilience, and trust among our students—one obstacle at a time.

Our Year 8 students have made a fantastic start to the school year, setting themselves up for success both in and outside of the classroom. At the beginning of the term, they worked on setting SMART goals—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives—focusing on both their school and personal lives. Some examples of these goals include, "How can I make a difference to someone else this year?" and "I would like to challenge myself this year by...". These goals are not only a reflection of their aspirations but also an exciting opportunity for personal growth. We are looking forward to displaying these goals in our classrooms and referring to them throughout the year as a reminder of the progress they are making. 

A Successful Start to the Year! 

Students in 10B have had a fantastic start to the year in Home Group. We are focusing on the importance of goal setting and how it plays a key role in personal development and progress. Through effective reflection strategies, we have been able to identify our strengths and areas for improvement, and we are committed to tracking our growth throughout the year. 

At the beginning of the year, each of us set an academic and personal goal, following the SMART principles. The SMART process encourages us to create goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, making our goals more attainable and meaningful. 

Each Home Group session also includes 15 minutes of social mindfulness. So far, we have enjoyed colouring mandalas and learning the art of Japanese origami, helping us to relax and focus for the day ahead. 

In Science, students have been diving into trends in the periodic table. After getting to know how the elements are organised, we created a timeline of key events and discoveries that have shaped the modern periodic table. Students also made hypotheses about the outcomes of various scientific investigations, such as burning salts of different elements to observe the unique colors of light they emit. 

It has been a productive and engaging start to the year, and we are excited to continue our learning journey! 

Industry Visits

The POL Architeture and Construction class has had an exciting start to the year, with a range of hands-on experiences and industry connections already underway. Thanks to a collaboration with Alli from the Beacon Foundation, students have an engaging lineup of excursions and in-house activities planned for the year. 

This week, representatives from Haywards and TasTAFE visited the class, offering valuable insights into the fabrication industry. Students learned about life as an apprentice, the skills required for the trade, and the TAFE qualifications needed to pursue an apprenticeship. A highlight of the session was the chance to test out a virtual welding simulator, which provided a realistic introduction to welding techniques. 

Building strong connections with industry is a key focus of the POL class, and we are grateful for the opportunities the Beacon Foundation continues to provide for our students. 

3 Way Conference Bookings

Wynyard High School is excited to announce a Bunnings BBQ fundraiser on Sunday, 30 March, to raise funds for our upcoming Year 7 school camp. The event will run from 9:00am to 4:00pm at the Burnie Bunnings store, with food and drinks available for purchase throughout the day. 

The BBQ will be supported by our dedicated teaching staff and the Student Executive Council (SEC). We would like to extend a huge thank you to Inglis River Meats for their generous support of this event! 

We encourage the Wynyard community to come down, enjoy some tasty food, and help us raise the funds needed for this exciting camp experience. Your support will make a real difference for our Year 7 students, and we look forward to seeing you there

Wynyard High School is hosting a Relay for Life fundraiser on Thursday, 20 March, to support the Cancer Council of Tasmania. Our goal is to raise $500. The day will include an out of uniform day, where students can donate to the cause. For every dollar donated, students will receive one ticket for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Throughout the day, classes will take turns walking laps around the oval to keep the baton moving for 6 hours. Additional donations can be made by scanning the QR code on the poster. Let’s come together to support this important cause!

We are collecting donations for our Easter raffle to support the Year 7 camp. Donations can be made at the front office. For any inquiries, please contact the school at 6442 2385.

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.

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 OFFICE HOURS - 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.

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