Term 1, Week 9, 7th April, 2022
- Principals Report
- The Young Citizen of the Year
- COVID-19 symptoms to look out for in children
- Easter Break
- Reminder for all Parents and Caregivers of Students
- Let's Talk Feedback Form
- BDHS School Association news
- Cooking with Brigette
- Class 1 learning about primary and secondary colours
- Stem Experiment - Class 2
- Class 3 Carringa Visit
- Human Library Visit
- Class 3 Pastoral Care
- Cooking with Brigette
- Class 1 and Prep Gardening
- Auskick at Glenora
- School Holiday fun
Principals Report
COVID19 continues to make an impact on our school with a number of our staff isolating as they are close contacts. Sourcing relief teachers to cover classes has been very tricky lately and our priority in timetabling has been to minimise disruptions where possible. As a result of this we have had to make the tough decision to postpone the school Athletics Carnival which had been scheduled to occur on Tuesday 12 April. Ms Griggs is hoping to reschedule it for early Term 2.
The Easter Hat Parade will still be going ahead on Tuesday 12 April for students in Kinder/Prep, Class 1 and Class 2 and all students will be participating in the Easter Egg hunt in the Hazelnut Grove later that day. As per Department of Education and Public Health advice, parents are unable to participate in these events.
I can confirm that I will be continuing as Acting Principal at Bothwell for Term 2. On Wednesday the Principal position was advertised with the intention that the permanently appointed Principal will transition late Term 2 for a Term 3 start. This week we farewell our MDT teacher Mr Theo as he is increasing his days at Oatlands District High School where he currently works as the Agriculture Teacher. We wish him well in this role and our scarecrows in the garden area look fantastic. Mrs Byers has also commenced maternity leave. We wish her well and look forward to hearing from her soon about the new addition to her family. We are still working on our timetable for next term and will confirm staffing when this is finalised.
On Monday 28 March, Mr O’Toole, Chris, John and I visited Exeter District High School and Lilydale District High School to view their school farms, especially their agriculture classrooms as part of the revitalisation of the Bothwell School Farm master planning group. The day concluded at Mr O’Toole’s farm where we got to see his hazelnut grove and saffron crop. This was a most valuable and enlightening experience for the Master Planning group which includes architects, agriculture curriculum lead teacher and Department of Education representatives. As part of this process we would like to invite our school community to provide feedback on what you would like to see happening on our school farm. Community members are invited to provide feedback by accessing the Padlet link: https://padlet.com/nikigriggs1/mzqaer5a90zvedvg Thank you in advance for sharing your ideas. If you don’t have access to the internet, please phone the school to share your ideas for our school farm revitalisation.
Louise Anders,
Acting Principal
The Young Citizen of the Year
On Wednesday 9th March 2022, the Central Highlands Council held there Australia Day Awards presentation at the Bothwell Town Hall. The Young Citizen of the Year award was awarded to James Brazendale for his contributions towards raising awareness for young students like himself with Dyslexia.
COVID-19 symptoms to look out for in children
Thank you to our entire school community for your cooperation this term by practising COVID-safe behaviours.
As you know, an important COVID-safe behaviour is to stay at home if you’re unwell and get tested for COVID-19 using a rapid antigen test.
Public Health tells us that the number of cases of COVID-19 in children is low, and they’re likely to have milder symptoms.
It’s a good reminder to be mindful of the symptoms of COVID-19 in children. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 in children are cough, fever, runny nose and gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
For more information, please visit the Tasmanian Government Coronavirus website or contact the Tasmanian Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738, or Department of Education COVID-19 Support Hotline at COVID19support@education.tas.gov.au or on 1800 816 057.
If you need support translating or interpreting this information, please contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.
Easter Break
We hope everyone has a very safe and Happy Easter break, from BDHS Staff and Students.
Enjoy the rest and keep well and come back to school recharged, refreshed and ready to learn on Monday 2 May 2022.
Reminder for all Parents and Caregivers of Students
Do you have a question, concern, or just want to chat to one or our teachers about your child?
You can do this in two ways. You can either call the office, where our office staff will relay the message to call you or alternatively, you may email the teacher directly using their education email address, that was provided with the reports that went home in Week 8. If you did not receive the staff email list, let us know and we will make sure we get one to you.
Term 1 Wed 13 th Apr -Term One ends Thur 14th Apr - Staff Moderation Day Fri 15th Apr - Good Friday Mon 25th Apr - ANZAC Day | Term 3 Mon 25th Jul - Student Free day Tues 26th Jul - Term 3 Starts Fri 30th Sept - Term 3 Ends |
Term 2 Mon 2nd May - Term 2 starts Wed 8 Jun - 5.30 - 7.00 School Association Mon 13th Jun - Public Holiday Fri 8th July - Term Two Ends | Term 4 Mon 17th Oct - Term 4 Starts Thurs 20th Oct - Hobart Regatta Day Fri 21st Oct - Student Free day Wed 21st Dec - Students Last Day Thurs 22nd Dec - Staff Last Day |
Let's Talk Feedback Form
Values: Respect
Social Hook for Weeks 9 and 10: Talk Terrific!
How do you talk terrific? Is it by using your manners or maybe kind words? Do you lead by not talking about others behind their back?
These are all examples of talk terrific. As a school, we are working on this until the end of term.
Fill | Let's Talk Feedback Form Calling all parents and carers. If you have kids under 18, we want to hear from you. Have you heard about the Let's Talk Campaign? If not, we would still love to hear from you. Fill in this 5 minute feedback form and you will have the chance to win one of 10 $50 gift cards. These gift cards can be used at a range of shops and supermarkets. Protecting your personal information is important to us. Any information we collect and use is in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2004. forms.office.com |
BDHS School Association news
The School Association is running a “Guess the number of Eggs” competition from Thursday 8th April 2022, gold coin donation per guess.
The Jar will be going around each classroom for children and adults to make a guess or two. It will then be at the office for additional entries.
The correct guess will be announced at the Easter Hat Parade, bring your gold coin along and join in the fun.
Cooking with Brigette
The students made Spring Rolls for their cooking and to their suprise they really enjoyed them.
It is so nice to see how well our students are doing with their cooking.
Class 1 learning about primary and secondary colours
In Art, Class 1 have been exploring colours by discussing primary and secondary colours.
Students were given play dough in the three primary colours. They were then challenged to mix the play dough to create secondary colours. An extension activity was to then create tertiary colours by mixing primary and secondary colours. It was lots of fun!
Stem Experiment - Class 2
In STEM this week, Class 2 were challenged to make a lemon sink. In pairs, students were given a lemon, a bowl of water, a knife and a chopping board. The students had lots of fun experimenting and persisting with the challenge. We then discussed what buoyancy is and how the peel and pith of a lemon makes the lemon buoyant.
Class 3 Carringa Visit
Human Library Visit
On Wednesday, the 30th April, the Human Library came to BDHS to share their stories of resilience. The 2x 1.5-hour workshop was attended by Class 3 and 4, separately. The "books" were 5 Tasmanians sharing stories of how they have overcome adversity, whether it be disability, gender, or culture.
It was great to see all our students actively engaging and being respectful. When students were asked, they had the following to say:
Grace B, "I thought that the human library was great. I thought that Paul's story was the best because he never gave up on long term goals and I would recommend that they go to another school and tell their stories."
Hailey, "I would recommend the Human Library to another school, so people know what other people are going through and for other people to realise that no one is perfect. I would also like to recommend the Human Library, so other people can walk in other people's shoes."
Jack, "For me I found the human library very fun. All their stories were very interesting and some of the information might help in the future. I found Paul’s story very interesting and was very inspiring and I enjoyed it a lot. Sadly, I didn’t get to hear Glenda’s story but the ones I did hear were fun. I learnt lots and now I know how I can help somebody if they're in a bad situation. Andy’s story was also very interesting."
Ella, "I just wished that I could have seen all of them and heard all the stories. They were awesome and I loved all their stories. I don't have a favourite because I loved them all."
Thank you again to the School Association for their support in supporting this valuable program in visiting our school.
Class 3 Pastoral Care
Cooking with Brigette
This week in cooking our students made ANZAC biscuits and cupcakes. Hopefully the students are keeping all their recipies in a file for when they leave school and making the recipes at home.
Class 1 and Prep Gardening
This term Class 1/Preps worked with Mr Theo, Kimmi, and Anne our school Chaplain, in the school garden every Thursday. Purple carrots, lettuce, and strawberries were planted, then topped with straw to keep our plants warm. This week, the scarecrows made by Class 1 in 2021, were finally able to be put up and they look amazing. Sadly, Mr. Theo won't be returning in Term 2, but thankfully our garden program will continue. We can't wait to see the fruits of our hard work.
Auskick at Glenora
School Holiday fun
Closing Date: 01 May 2022
Audience: Children 5 years and above and adults young at heart
The Adventures of Peter Rabbit and His Friends
20 April – 1 May 2022
Written by Joseph Robinette
Directed by Shauna-Lee Ward
Looking for great school holiday entertainment?
This school holidays the Hobart Repertory Theatre Society will be taking audiences on a journey into the magical world of Beatrix Potter and her friends, featuring some of her most famous characters such as Peter Rabbit, The Tailor of Gloucester and Jemima Puddle-Duck.
This engaging tale will take audiences back and forth from Beatrix Potter’s fantasy world to the intriguing story of the famed author herself, her inspirational friendship with her governess, Annie Carter Moore, and her journey to becoming the most widely read children’s author of all time.
Join us in this wonderful world of Beatrix Potter at one of the 16 shows, including 8 matinees, from 20 April to 1 May. Show runs for approx. 90 minutes (including interval). Bookings can be made at playhouse.org.au.
For larger groups (accompanied by teachers or child carers) call the Playhouse Box Office on (03) 6234 1536 and leave a message.
This is an enchanting and enlightening show for all ages and great school holiday entertainment.
