Dear Parents, Students and Friends of Prospect High School

Leadership Assembly

Yesterday, the 2021 Grade 10 Leaders were presented with their badges and blazers. Mr Brad Reardon, treasurer of the School Association and former co-president of the 2017 SLB, was the guest speaker and the talented Jamisen performed a musical item. Brad spoke about his pathway since leaving high school and delivered the important message to students that when things happen and don’t go their way, they should not give up. He also said for students to dream big, take chances and not to be afraid to fail or make mistakes. Brad said that students should be prepared for many failures and mistakes but know that there is support and success will happen. He said that he would have appreciated this advice at high school as it would have prepared him for his journey over the last few years. Students who were awarded Eagle awards, and the Rats of Tobruk awards were also presented with certificates. Thanks to Chair of the School Association, Mr Russell Kerr, Grade 10 Senior Grade Leader, Mrs Carmen Slore, and Grade Leader, Mr Steve Andrews, who assisted with the presentation of certificates and badges. Congratulations to all student leaders who have been elected to the positions of Support Leaders, Sports Leaders and to the Student Leader Board. The 2021 Student Leader Board did an excellent job in hosting the assembly, and I am sure we can look forward to big things from all our leaders. A big thank you to everyone for this very successful event. This includes Ms Sandra Da Paoli for overall co-ordination and organisation, Mr Josh Cassidy for catering, Mr Phil Van Ash and Mr Andrew Towns for gym set up, and Mr Tony Gutierrez for music preparation and performance, the administration team for invitations and programs, and student leaders for their help with organisation and presentation. Thank you to the friends and family who attended the assembly and stayed for refreshments afterwards. This was a very proud occasion for our 2021 leaders and bursary recipients. 

Welcome Barbecue

It was lovely to see families and Prospect High School staff mingling and reacquainting and/or getting to know one another at the Welcome Barbecue recently. Many thanks to the SLB for organising the barbecue and to musicians Julia, Bailey, Christopher and Summer. We are very thankful to families who came along and appreciate your commitment to the school.

School Association

The first School Association meeting for 2021 was held on Tuesday. We welcomed new members and were presented with designs for the new hats and caps which will soon to be available for students to purchase. The suggestion of a school cap and/or hat was raised by parents through the school association. Students were surveyed and supportive of both a cap and hat and contributed to the design.  The next meeting will be on Tuesday 30^th March at 5.00pm in the meeting room. There will be a short AGM and then a general meeting. New members are welcome to join, and the meetings run for approximately an hour. As you can see this is a great opportunity for parents to keep informed of our improvement journey, opportunities available for students, and also be part of the decision-making processes at Prospect High School.

Grade 11/12

Grade 11 and 12 students have made a great start with their learning. Enrolments have been increasing each year, as have subject offerings and the flexible, tailored learning options.  Students have been participating in a range of activities and are enjoying the flexible learning space, a relaxing common area with new furniture and catering facilities. For enquiries please contact Jennifer Pollard on 6344 4744 or jennifer.pollard@education.tas.gov.au.

Covid update

Finally, a reminder to families that Covid 19 restrictions are still in please as per Public Health advice.  We ask visitors to the school to maintain 1.5 metre social distancing and use provided sanitiser or arrival.  It would be appreciated if you could phone the school to discuss matters rather than coming in person when possible. If students are unwell, please keep them at home in a restful and safe environment. Parents collecting students at the end of day are requested to stay in their cars and depart the school promptly.  Cleaning and hygiene measures implemented last year will continue until otherwise advised.  

Mrs Lee Barker
Principal