Number 35 Friday 2 December 2011 - The Friends' School

Number 35 Friday 2 December 2011
Phone: 6210 2200 Web: http://www.friends.tas.edu.au/community/celebrations/whats_on
Do you know the effects of your actions toward other people?
We acknowledge the current Year 10 students for contributions to the Quaker Query of the Week.
End of Year Gathering
Wednesday 7 December, The Farrall Centre
One of the key events that brings our School student, parent and staff community closer is the
End of Year Gathering. On this special occasion, we are able to gather, share, enjoy and
celebrate the performances and talents of many students K-12. The theme of the gathering
will be Peace.
This year there will be a slightly different format. We will be holding two gatherings, one at
6.00pm and the next at 7.45pm. We would suggest that parents with younger children
consider attending the gathering at 6.00pm, and we encourage older students and their
families to attend the 7.45pm gathering.
We ask that families are seated together in the spirit of the event. Unaccompanied students
will be seated in an area to be supervised by staff. We look forward to seeing you there.
This year at the Gatherings the whole School is being encouraged to donate gifts of nonperishable
food to the Salvation Army as a response to their Food Alert sent out last month.
Wicker baskets will be placed beside the Christmas tree in The Farrall Centre and anyone
wishing to donate a food item is welcome to place this in one of the baskets. We recognise
that some students and parents have already donated food in the classrooms at Morris and at
Clemes and these food boxes will be placed under the tree. If you have any questions about
this activity please contact Sandra Brooks 6210 2255.
Far South Wilderness Camp
Enjoy your summer holidays at the Far South Wilderness Camp and assist your child to feel
familiar and comfortable at Far South before their school camp stay.
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Experience mountain bike riding, Tahune Airwalk, Eagle Hawk Hang Gliding, Hastings
Caves, Thermal Pools, Lunaris Gemstones, Ida Bay Railway, wonderful bushwalks and
observe spectacular marine life.
Cabins available which sleep six from $75 per night. Self-contained lodge from $160 per
night with a two-night minimum.
We also offer Christmas break-up barbecues for work groups and organisations. Contact us
for further information. Phone 6298 1922 or email bookings@farsouthwilderness.com.au
Movember
Throughout November 2011, The Friends’ School Service Committee has been raising funds
for Movember, in support of mens’ health initiatives. Three of our staff members, Ben
Smethurst, Martin Bower and Aidan Hibberd grew moustaches, sharing their progress on the
webpage http://mosista.co/friendsofthemo. In support of their efforts, Bridget Wallbank,
Grace Bunton, Briody Hilder and Tess Hatfield baked cupcakes to sell on the free-dress day
held on 16 November. The free dress and cupcakes raised over $1000 with another $1000
raised through sponsorship of the staff moustaches. Thank you and congratulations to all of
the staff and students who contributed to this fantastic effort.
Uniform Centre Opening Times Term 3
Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri
8.00-9.30am 8.00-9.30am 12 noon-4.30pm 3.00-5.00pm Closed
MORRIS
Western Shore Bus Service
Many parents would be aware that the School has traditionally operated a Western Shore bus
service to and from school. The service provides transport for children from Kindergarten to
Year 6 and the route encompasses some central and southern suburbs (terminating at
Margate). We are presently considering demand for the service to continue into 2012. The
School has written directly to families that we believe may benefit from this service. If you
do not receive a letter but wish your child to use the service in 2012, please contact the
Morris Office to obtain pricing and an expression of interest form by no later than Friday 9
December 2011.
Year 5 Celebration
As an end of year celebration, the Year 5 classes will be travelling to Dru Point and the
Kingston Pool on Thursday 15 December. This will be a full day excursion, leaving School
at 9.00am and returning at about 3.00pm.
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HIGH SCHOOL
Year 7 2012 – Orientation Day
Monday 5 December 9.00am-3.00pm
We look forward to welcoming Year 6 students to the High School campus for a day of taster
lessons and social activities. Students will meet their key teachers and some of their other
subject teachers. A reminder that this is a free dress day and that they need to bring their own
lunch. If we have missed a family connection to a particular House please contact the High
School office to let us know as soon as possible.
Year 10 Week Zero
Staff have carefully planned a varied program of activities with everything from whale rescue
to a Christmas Party for the disadvantaged on the agenda for the CAS days. Clemes tutors are
looking forward to meeting their new Tutor groups during their orientation days. Please
contact the High School office early if your child is ill and unable to attend on a particular
day.
Year 8 Geology Excursion
On Tuesday 6 December, Lindy Pritchard’s Year 8 Science class will participate in a
Geology excursion. The trip will take place during their regular Period 4 Science time and
into lunchtime. Students will visit Long Beach, Sandy Bay and will go on a short walk along
the beach investigating a range of geological features. Students are to wear sports uniform on
this day, including sturdy shoes that will allow them to comfortably walk on some rocky
terrain. They should be prepared for all weather conditions – with a coat, hat and sunscreen.
Students will also need to bring a cut lunch and drink. Please contact Lindy Pritchard,
lpritch@friends.tas.edu.au or 6210 2236 if you would like more information.
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Many students have completed the requirements of the award this year. Students just need to
bring their Log Books in for a final sign off by Tim Whelan early next week.
Year 10 Dinner Friday 9 December in The Farrall Centre
Year 10 Parents are invited to enjoy a glass of punch whilst mingling with students and staff
from 7.00-7.30pm at the start of the Year 10 Dinner. The evening concludes at 10.30pm.
Year 10 Farewell Assembly and Reports
6.00pm Wednesday 14 December, The Farrall Centre
The Farewell Assembly for Year 10 draws to a close their time in High School through
words, music, awards and presentations from a variety of areas of School life. While most
students will continue into Year 11 at Clemes, a few are leaving to pursue their studies
elsewhere and we take this opportunity to farewell them. The assembly lasts for around an
hour and reports are distributed at the end of the assembly in House areas in the foyer or side
of the stage. We invite families to join us for this special event.
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Years 7-9 Assembly
11.00am Thursday 15 December, The Farrall Centre
Teachers are in the process of finalising assessments for Semester 2 and writing reports. The
year culminates in a final assembly where student achievements in a variety of areas are
acknowledged. Awards and prizes are handed out and we also enjoy some musical items.
Parents are warmly invited to attend the assembly, which runs for a little over an hour.
Years 7-9 Report Distribution
At the end of assembly students, teachers and parents walk back to the High School campus
where reports are distributed in House areas from 12.15-1.30pm. Light refreshments are
available in each area.
Hodgkin – Hodgkin Hall
Mather – Music
Ransome – Library
Unwin – Drama Theatre
Tutors and the Head of House will be present and available for an informal interview where
requested. Lessons conclude before the assembly, so students are dismissed from 1.00pm to
make their own way home.
CLEMES
Early Release of TCE Results via Email
Students have the option of having their Senior Secondary results emailed to them prior to
receiving a hard copy of results in the post.
This service is provided free of charge. This is an early notification of students 2011 results.
An official hard copy will be sent by post on the same day as the email.
Students need to register their email address with the TQA, at:
http://www.tqa.tas.gov.au/1865 using the online form before 18 December 2011. This is the
only way of registering. Late applications will NOT be accepted.
The following information will be forwarded via email to those email addresses that have
been validated and verified:
Statement of Results - 19 December
Tertiary Entrance (only available for eligible candidates) - 19 December
External Assessment Advice - 19 December
Hard copies of 2011 results will be posted on 19 December 2011.
Student school email addresses are not to be used. Registrations do not carry forward from
previous years.
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CO-CURRICULAR
Music
End of Year Gathering Music Performances
The Year 7 and Year 8 Marimba Ensembles will be performing on the grassed area adjacent
to The Farrall Centre prior to the End of Year Gatherings. The Year 7 ensemble will play
before the first Gathering (performing at 5.30pm) and the Year 8s before the second
(performing at 7.15pm). Both groups should be in attendance 10 minutes prior to their
respective performance times. The uniform will be formal: ties for boys; formal skirts and
tights for girls; and, blazers for all. In the event of rain and the need to cancel the marimba
performances, students will be sent a text message with this information.
All students in Morris Maestros, Year 7/8 Choir, High School Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Male
Choir, Senior Strings, percussion group and Morris Chamber Group are required to be at The
Farrall Centre by 5.30pm, Wednesday 7 December. Students are to wear their formal
uniform, including navy tights for girls and long pants and ties for boys. String players do not
require their blazers. Year 4 students are to wear long sports pants and polo shirt.
New Music Tuition Opportunity for 2012
Students interested in learning Contemporary/Jazz/Improvisation Keyboard skills will be able
to have tuition in this area in 2012. Please nominate this on the private tuition request form
and return it to Marg Reid.
Sport
Rosters
Rosters can now be found on the Co-curricular page of the website. Please follow this link
http://www.friends.tas.edu.au/learning/co-curricular
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CALENDAR 2011
For all calendar and term dates, please refer to our website www.friends.tas.edu.au and
click on school calendar located on left hand side.
December
5-9 Year 10 Week Zer0
5 Morris Moving On Day
Year 7 2012 Orientation Day
7 End of Year Gathering
8 Year 6 Social
9 Morris Report home
Year 10 Dinner
Year 6 Leavers Gathering
10-13 Year 10 Walk
11-13 Year 10 Rafting
12 Year 5 Band Concert
Morris Soiree
14 Year 10 Final Assembly
15 Term 3 ends
Years 7-9 Final Assembly
Year 6 end-of year Picnic
21 School Office closes
22 2010 Reunion
23 2001 Reunion
Term Dates for 2012
Term 1 Thursday 9 February Friday 25 May
Easter break Friday 6 April Friday 13 April inclusive
Term 2 Tuesday 19 June Friday 7 September
Semester break Monday 23 July
Term 3 Monday 24 September Thursday 13 December
Term Dates for 2013
Term 1 Monday 4 February Friday 19 April
Easter break Friday 29 March Tuesday 2 April
Term 2 Monday 6 May Friday 5 July
Term 3 Tuesday 23 July Friday 27 September
Term 4 Monday 14 October Thursday 12 December
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