Port Dalrymple School eNewsletter

Welcome Students

This week we welcome students in Years 7-10 back to school. We wish to congratulate all students on their motivation, behaviour and commitment to learning. It’s wonderful to see so many students wearing full school uniform. Each fortnight we will continue to publish photos of students engaged in learning in their classes.

Term 2

In Term 2 teachers have been busy collating students learning and assessing students’ knowledge, understandings and skills. Adjustments have been made to the 2020 mid-year reporting requirements, due to the impact of COVID-19. Before the end of July teachers will be contacting parents/guardians to communicate the students’ progress in learning and provide information on how the student has settled back into school. Further information will be provided before the end of term.

Secondhand Uniform

The school is in need of secondhand uniforms. If you have donations they will be greatly appreciated and can be left at the general office.

School Values

Our school values are Respect, Growth, Aspiration and Courage. Each term our school will be focusing on one of the values and developing an understanding of what this value reflects in our learning and work together. In sector assemblies’ students are recognised for displaying the school values.

The school values are -

Aspiration – creating a culture of high expectations and achievement

Respect – respecting ourselves, others, our past and our environment

Courage – accepting challenges and embracing opportunities

Growth – improving by always learning and finding better ways to do things

My name is Makayla, I am twelve years old and I’m the female President of the Junior School Leadership Board. My hobbies are drawing, painting, running and I enjoy Maths. I think I was chosen as president because I’m not shy and enjoy speaking in assembly. I’m a Daily PE leader, so I’m an approachable face for our younger students and they’re not afraid to talk to me.

Hi, my name is Hunter. I am 10 years old and I am the male President of the Junior School Leadership Board. I live on a farm. I like doing outdoor activities, writing and Maths. I love playing sport and I am very good at them. I am great with little children. I would like our team, the Junior Leadership Board, to have a good bond by the end of the year.

Hi, my name is Mia. I am 12 years old. My hobbies are running and all sports. I am a great role model to young students in this school. I always pay my respect to everyone and everybody. I am a part of the Junior Leadership Board because I was picked from all the Year 5/6 students to be the best of the best. I am good with younger and older students.

Hi my name is Jordan. My hobbies are playing soccer, running, playing X-Box, playing PS4. I love playing sports and I would love to help the little children.

Hi, my name is Charlotte and I am a member of the Student Leader Board. I was born in 2008. I am 11 turning 12 in 2020. My hobbies are horse riding, running, writing and sports. I believe that the teachers and my peers made the right decision choosing me to be part of the board because I will respect everyone, the school and all equipment. For two years in a row I have played netball for grade 5/6 sport and now this year I would love to start playing football. Thank you.

My name is Ella and I am 11 years old. I am a member of the Junior Leadership Board. I enjoy playing netball and hanging out with my friends.

Hi, my name is Imojen. I am 11 years old and I was born in June 2008 in Launceston. My hobbies are signing, dancing, reading and cooking. I feel like the teachers and peers made the right decision to choose me to be part of the Junior Leadership Board. I love to play netball because it is a fun sport and I am part of a team.

My name is Sarah and I am part of the Junior Leadership Board. I am twelve years old and I am in grade 6. My hobbies include drawing, writing, photography and pizza. I am excited to have the opportunity to be a leader for everyone. I will be a respectful, supportive leader that anyone can come to if they have problems or just want comfort.

Hello, my name is Jaykob and I am 11 years old, in Year 5. My hobbies include running, writing, reading, playing games, drawing, science, maths, history, P.E., Music, Cooking and ICT. I love being a leader and I want to help little children improve in every learning area inside the classroom and outside the classroom. I will always be respectful and a nice junior leader.

Hello, my name is Carter and I am 11 years old. I like speedball because it is so much fun, I try my best to stop the other team. The Junior Leadership Board is the most respectful leaders and students of year 5/6 and I am so happy that I have been voted in by my friends. I will never give up as a leader, people are going to look up to me as leader and I will have to work hard, I won’t let anyone down.

Hi, my name is Sophia and I am 11 years old, I am in grade 5. My hobbies are drawing, writing, soccer, dancing and singing. I have some really great friends and family who have supported me along the way to becoming a leader on the Junior Leadership Board, thank you.

Hello my name is Dre and I like to do lots of different things including:

- - - Football
    - Video games
    - Work
    - Gang-Ups
    - Running
    - Sport
    - Computers
    - PE

I can’t wait to be a member of the Junior Leadership Board and help the younger kids.

All Senior Students have now returned back to face to face classes. All subjects including the VET Hospitality and Building and Construction courses have resumed with enthusiastic students and staff extending themselves after the forced break.

During the break students continued to learn via online resources and through regular contact with teachers which has included phone calls, email and video conferences for individuals and entire classes. Through the dedication of both staff and students, focus has stayed on all students attaining their TCE on completion of Year 12.

At Port Dalrymple School we currently have four school based apprentices. Each of these eager learners spend time in the work force focusing on ‘on the job’ training and the explicit skills needed in their chosen occupation. The remainder of their week is spent at school with a focus on literacy and numeracy and the attainment of their TCE.

We encourage students moving through Port Dalrymple who are interested in an apprenticeship pathway to consider a school based apprenticeship as part of their transition to the workforce.

Principal - Jeanna Bolton

School Business Manager - Lorna Clifford

Staff Rep 1 - Lisa Bailey

Staff Rep 2 - Sharyn Miller

Staff Rep 3 - Rebecca Fox

Staff Rep 4 - Jodie Barber

Community Rep 1 - Dean Gibbons

Parent Rep 1 - Trudi Cross

Parent Rep 2 - Katie Scher

Parent Rep 3 - Kylie Richardson

Congratulations to the following students who recevied Merit certificates

Aspiration Courage Growth Respect

Student	Class	Value	Reason for certificate
Ruby	P/1A	Growth	Her participation during daily PE.
Evie	P/1A	Growth	Consistently applying herself to all subject areas.
Seth	P/1B	Growth	Growth and development in Literacy and being more confident in writing unfamiliar words.
Xavier	P/1B	Respect	Always helping others and showing pride.
Jackson	1/2A	Growth	Continuing to challenge himself and seeing improved results.
Zoe	1/2A	Courage	Showing courage and adapting to new situations.
Milla	1/2B	Growth	Her depth and understanding of narrative writing.
Pippa	1/2B	Growth	Showing growth in her understanding of money during our maths unit.
Shay	3/4A	Growth	Attempting tasks independently in Maths and English.
Zaiden	3/4A	Growth	Staying on task and attempting his work independently in Maths and English.
Leila	3/4B	Growth	Working hard to improve her reading and writing.
Zane	3/4B	Aspiration	Volunteering to help the Breakfast Club every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Tyson	3/4C	Growth	Growth mindset toward all learning tasks.
Paige	3/4C	Growth	Leadership after returning to school.
Tahj	ICT	Courage	Willingness to embrace new learning challenges and persevere to overcome obstacles.
Spencer	Health	Growth	His improved efforts and engagement during Health.
Zach	Health	Growth	His continued effort and dedication to his learning during Health.
Coben	Library	Aspiration	Being a role model during Library time.
Karissa	Library	Courage	Her improved confidence in the classroom.
Dre	5/6C	Growth	For having a positive start to Term 2.
Emily	5/6C	Growth	For having a positive start to Term 2.
Zorana	5/6A	Courage	Demonstrating courage.
Billy	5/6A	Courage	Trying his best to be the best Daily P.E Leader.
Charlotte	5/6B	Growth	Her outstanding effort and dedication to her persuasive writing.
Matthew	5/6B	Aspiration	Always striving to do his very best across all areas of the curriculum.

Breakfast Club at Port Dalrymple School operates Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Thank you to our Junior Student Leaders

Laura has worked for the Department for seven “wonderful” years as a School Psychologist, with experience prior to this working across counselling, communications, facilitating learning, behavioural therapy, and rehabilitation. Originally from Sydney, she studied at Western Sydney University where she was awarded the Vice-Chancellors Leadership Scholarship and then moved to the Gold Coast where she completed her Postgraduate studies in Psychology at Bond University (whilst working as a commercial model, which was a lot of fun!).

Laura loves her work as a School Psychologist in Tasmania, working across several schools in the north of the state. “Working intimately with children, families and educators is such a privilege, and I really enjoy supporting the team around students to help them carve out a brighter future,” Laura says. “It’s a great feeling to be part of school communities, and make lasting and meaningful change to the lives of others. I honestly believe it’s one of the best jobs out there!”

Laura says every day is different and rewarding, and she is passionate about helping students who are disengaged, not attending school or not able to set foot on school grounds to come back to school full time, be successful learners and thrive. “Our education system has a profound impact on shaping future generations here in Tasmania, and it is a great way to have a meaningful impact on the lives of others.”

“I find that working with children keeps you playful, curious and focused on what is important. It is also very cool that I carry a briefcase full of toys to work every day, not everybody can say they do that!”

Laura was also part of a specialist leadership team from 2014-2018, the Respectful School Support Team, which worked across the north of Tasmania focusing on student behaviour. “There are so many opportunities for career progression and working more intensively on complex issues, and I have loved having that variety available to me, but craved coming back to school psychology after awhile.” When asked whether she would recommend the Department of Education as a great place to work, Laura says she absolutely would. “Go for it – apply now! Whether you are an early career graduate or you bring a wealth of experience from other services, never underestimate how the unique qualities you bring to this role can make a positive difference in a child’s life.”

“Tasmania is also an amazing place to live and work – my husband and I are both Sydney-siders and nature lovers at heart so we love the balance that living in Tasmania brings compared to congested, fast-paced cities. For us, the Apple Isle has been a fantastic place to purchase a property, raise our children and grow our own veggies.”

Dear Parent/Guardian

On behalf of the Port Dalrymple School community we would like to thank South32 and the George Town Council for providing the financial resource that has enabled the school to purchase laptop computers for students.

The initiative will ensure students, primarily in Years 3-9, will have a device for learning which they can take home. It will enable students to stay connected to their learning, to the wider school community and provide opportunities for teachers to support and extend students learning throughout the year.

Families of students in Years 3-9 who do not have a suitable device for learning can ring the general office to loan a school laptop. The general office will complete a loan form for the student and then the device can be collected at any time from Monday – Friday during school hours 9.00am-3.00pm. Please ensure you follow social distancing procedures when you enter the school administration area.

This is a wonderful initiative for the families in George Town.

Jeanna Bolton

Principal

If you have a Scholastic Bookclub, you would like to order. Can you please return to the office by Friday 19th June.

During PE, across the whole school during Term 2 and into the start of Term 3, we will be participating in cross-country training and aligned education around physical activity.

Due to the period of home schooling and some current limitations around sports and the use of equipment in physical education, the Port Dalrymple HPE team have planned to conduct our cross-country unit when high school students return to school in week 7 of Term 2. Our plan is to hopefully run a cross-country carnival early in Term 3, provided current Covid-19 restrictions have been eased by then.

With this in mind, can you please ensure students bring to school PE gear that is suitable for cross-country e.g. running shoes, shorts/track pants, T-shirt/sports jumper. The course is in good condition, however can be susceptible to wet and muddy conditions, therefore a change of clothes is required. Conditions are variable at this time of year so warm clothing is also recommended.

All students are required to participate in the cross-country, whether they are running, jogging or walking. It really is all about having fun being active and doing their best. If a medical condition prevents a student from participating, a doctor’s certificate will be required.

Regards

PDS HPE Team

In 2020, Port Dalrymple School has been in the process of updating the sport’s uniforms. With the support of our principal, Ms Jeanna Bolton, the HPE team have

been busy designing and ordering selected sports uniforms that needed replacing, or we simply didn’t have.

Our first job was our netball uniform. These 40 dresses and sets of bibs will cater for the varying school sport rosters and events we are involved in across Years 5/6, 7/8 and 9/10. We are also in the process of ordering new and coordinated athletics singlets and basketball jerseys and shorts that will benefit both our primary and high school students.

Although 2020 school sports rosters and events have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are looking forward to our students proudly wearing our school’s sporting uniforms some time in the future.

The George Town Council has created the Kids Activity Portal, https://georgetown.tas.gov.au/kids-activity-portal/, showcasing many fun and educational activities to keep both minds and hands busy during these unprecedented times. It is also an interactive educational learning tool for both parents and children of various ages.

There is currently a photography competition running through the portal. Photos are a great way of capturing or expressing how we feel. Why not show how you feel about being back at school, or catching up with your friends and family that you may not have seen for some time. There are multiple prizes to be won.

All details can be found here: https://georgetown.tas.gov.au/competition