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NEWSLETTER MIDDLE ROAD, (PO BOX 1261)DEVONPORT Phone: 6420 8100. email: [email protected] From the Principal’s Desk Issue 5 21 August 2009 Reece High School Despite the gloomy weather we have had much to ce lebrate in the last month. Several students have been recognised both formally and informally for outstanding achievement. The colours assembly was a formal way to recognise outstanding achievement in many fields including academic study, sport and community service. We provide students with many opportunities to shine. Our Science and Engineering team won the North West challenge and came fifth at the state event which was an impressive effort given that half of the winning team did not compete as they were on the ski trip. We also had a number of students participate in the Maths Relay and learn much about how and what we need to do when we compete. The feedback from the teachers on the ski trip and other people involved in supporting our students on that excursion was outstanding. It is great to see and hear about the students having an opportunity to have fun without all the electronic devices and trappings of life in the 21st century. All too often children, and I use the word children deliberately as they are under 18 and not adults, want to be adults, to dress like adults, behave like adults and are forced to be adult. They miss out on some of the simple pleasures in life. Our prefects continue to shine in their work around raising awareness of mental health issues, resilience and bullying. Recently they were recognised at a national conference and last week they presented at the Tasmanian Principals’ Association Conference on the theme of the next generation and how important it is for students to be empowered. They have done a lot of work on bullying around the school yard and the information they have collected is being used in our review of our supportive school community policy. Last night we held a social and launched the 40 hour famine and it was great to hear from students and teachers about how much they enjoye d the evening the and t he feedback I received fro m parents and the DJ about the behaviour of students at the event was fantastic. Now I could go on and on about bad behaviour but everyone knows who is doing the right thing and who is doing the wrong thing. We can all be dragged down by a poor attitude, a lack of commitment and lack of understanding about what is right and what is wrong but when these comments only relate to a handful of students we need to take the time to celebrate the effort of all the good students in our community.  Sheree Vertignan

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NEWSLETTER

MIDDLE ROAD, (PO BOX 1261)DEVONPORTPhone: 6420 8100.email: [email protected]

From the Principal’s Desk 

Issue 5

21 August 2009

Reece High School

Despite the gloomy weather we have had much to celebrate in the last month. Several students havebeen recognised both formally and informally for outstanding achievement. The colours assembly was aformal way to recognise outstanding achievement in many fields including academic study, sport andcommunity service.

We provide students with many opportunities to shine. Our Science and Engineering team won theNorth West challenge and came fifth at the state event which was an impressive effort given that half of the winning team did not compete as they were on the ski trip. We also had a number of studentsparticipate in the Maths Relay and learn much about how and what we need to do when we compete.

The feedback from the teachers on the ski trip and other people involved in supporting our students onthat excursion was outstanding. It is great to see and hear about the students having an opportunity tohave fun without all the electronic devices and trappings of life in the 21st century. All too oftenchildren, and I use the word children deliberately as they are under 18 and not adults, want to be adults,to dress like adults, behave like adults and are forced to be adult. They miss out on some of the simple

pleasures in life.

Our prefects continue to shine in their work around raising awareness of mental health issues, resilienceand bullying. Recently they were recognised at a national conference and last week they presented at theTasmanian Principals’ Association Conference on the theme of the next generation and how important itis for students to be empowered. They have done a lot of work on bullying around the school yard andthe information they have collected is being used in our review of our supportive school communitypolicy.

Last night we held a social and launched the 40 hour famine and it was great to hear from students andteachers about how much they enjoyed the evening the and the feedback I received from parents and

the DJ about the behaviour of students at the event was fantastic.

Now I could go on and on about bad behaviour but everyone knows who is doing the right thing and

who is doing the wrong thing. We can all be dragged down by a poor attitude, a lack of commitment and

lack of understanding about what is right and what is wrong but when these comments only relate to a

handful of students we need to take the time to celebrate the effort of all the good students in our

community. 

Sheree Vertignan

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National Science Week Events 2009 - NORTHScientificA Eight days of scientific fun at the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery. Activities will range from school workshops withMadLab and the UTAS School of Engineering to films, lectures, displays and even a little star gazingSunday 16 August - Sunday 23 AugustQueen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery at Inveresk Invermay Road, Launceston www.qvmag.tas.gov.au

Science FREE for ALLFind out how local companies and institutions are involved in science, share their knowledge of how they do their work,discover the various careers available in science – and more! Sunday 16 August, 10:00am - 4:00pm www.qvmag.tas.gov.au

MadLab Build your own electronics circuit and take home your own lie detector or burglar alarm.Sunday 16 August, 10:00am - 4:00pm (drop in session) Cost: $5.00/person www.qvmag.tas.gov.au

Scinema: Festival of Science FilmWith 2009 being the International Year of Astronomy and the 200 th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s birth, this program offersa range of short films exploring the stars and the continuing evolution of thesciences.Sunday 16 August - Sunday 23 August, screening daily www.csiro.au/scinema

Tasmanian Science Talent Search Technology Challenge,See student-designed “ping-pong ball” rocket launchers in action as part of thisyear’s Technology Challenge for students in primary and middle school. Sunday 16August 10:00am - 12noon www.key.org.au/stat

UTAS Open DayUnlock your future and explore your options in science, engineering and technology – as well as health sciences, business,

education, law and the arts. UTAS Open Day includes a comprehensive information expo, the opportunity to talk with staff and students, course information sessions and tours of campus facilities, as well as the Australian Maritime College Open Day.Sunday 16 August 10:00am - 3:00pm UTAS, Newnham and Inveresk campuses, Launceston www.utas.edu.au

Sharks, Devils and You: Up Close and PersonalShowcases research and filming of Great White Sharks, and the management of injured and orphaned wildlife, includingTasmanian Devils, through a short documentary, followed by a forum with the researchers and film-makers involved.Sunday 16 August, 11:00am; Monday 17 August, 12noon (for school groups) Arts Lecture Theatre, UTAS Newnham campus,Launceston www.bookendtrust.com

Crap or Credible (How Science is Used to Sell You Stuff) – with Tanya HaFind out the real meaning of advertisements, what you can trust and what you should question. Sunday 16 August, 12:30pm,Monday 17 August, 11:00am & 1:00pm (for schools) Arts Lecture Theatre, UTAS Newnham campus, Launcestonwww.scienceweek.info.au

Young Tassie Scientists @ QVMAGNot all scientists wear lab coats and funny glasses! Come along and hear from Tassie’s best young scientists about theirresearch and careers. Wednesday 19 August, 4:00pm and 7:00pm NualaO’Flaherty Auditorium, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery atInveresk. Bookings essential: phone 6323 3798 or emailwww.youngtassiescientists.com

Star GazingEver gazed up at the night sky and wondered which stars and planets youare looking at? Thursday 20 August, 6:00pm

Nuala O’Flaherty Auditorium, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery atInveresk. Bookings essential: phone 6323 3798 or email [email protected] www.qvmag.tas.gov.au

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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HEALTHSCHOLARSHIPS 

PUGGY HUNTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME 

The closing date for the Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme has now beenextended to 21 August 2009. The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme is funded by the Australian GovernmentDepartment of Health and Ageing, and administered by Royal College of Nursing,  Australia (RCNA).

Scholarships are available for the start of the 2010 academic year and are worth up to $7,500 peryear for part time study and up to $15,000 per year for full time study. Applications are available todownload from www.rcna.org.au.

The scholarship provides financial assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people whoare or will be studying at a TAFE (Certificate IV and above) or undergraduate level in the areas of:

Aboriginal health worker

Alcohol and other drugs workers

Allied health (excluding pharmacy)

Dentistry/oral health

Health service management

Health promotion

Medicine

Mental health

MidwiferyNursing

Applicants must identify as and be able to prove their Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander status. 

Selection is based on criteria including demonstrated interest and experience in Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander health, leadership qualities and financial need. This selection is not based onacademic achievement. 

The application period for this scholarship is open and applications areavailable from www.rcna.org.au.

Applications close 21 August 2009. 

Further information is available by contacting RCNA on free call 1800 688628 orby email at [email protected]

Please contact Mrs Jenny Trimper at Reece High School Tel 6420 8100 

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19th August 2009

Dear Parent/Guardian

2009 School MagazineIntention to Purchase Agreement Order Form

An integral part of our school culture at Reece High School is the School Magazine.

This year a student committee has been formed to ensure the magazine is a true reflec-tion of our school culture. This committee is responsible for the design and ordering of print quantities to limit wastage and excessive printing costs.

This year’s committee has decided on a 72 page full colour magazine, the same as lastyear. If you would like to order a copy of the 2009 Reece High School Magazine pleasecomplete the form below and return to the school office by Tuesday the 1st of Septem-ber.

Sincerely

Sheree Vertigan – Principal

2009 School Magazine Order FormIntention to Purchase

Name of Student:_______________________________ Grade:_______________ 

My son/daughter would like to order this year’s full School Magazine for the price of $18. 00.

Signature of Parent/Guardian: _____________________ Date: _______________ 

Please return this slip by to ensure your copy is ordered, as this year we will only beordering the exact number of copies.

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CONTACT DETAILS

Reece High School, Middle Road, Devonport Tas 7310

Ph (03) 6420 8100 Fax (03) 6420 8199 Email: [email protected] 

Grade 10 dinner and final assembly for Tuesday Dec 15  

CALENDAR DATES TO REMEMBER 2009 August 

24 - 28 10 D&F Work Experience

26 Aug - 23 Sept Vietnam trip teachers and students

September 4 END OF TERM 2

21 TERM 3 BEGINS

October 

7 Parent Information Evening

23 Student Free Day - Professional Learning

November 4 - 5 Athletics Carnival

16 - 17 Inter-High Cross Country

December 

7 Student Free Day - Professional Learning

8 Grade 6 Orientation day

11 Walk-a-thon

15 Grade 10 final assembly and dinner

17 End of Term 3