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Dear families,
Our School Association meeting on Monday morning was most productive. Secondary student leaders Makayla and Ava spoke passionately about their work and our school’s participation in the Recycle Rewards scheme. Please keep your eye out for more information from our student leaders about this, as well as a Big Breakfast/World’s Greatest Shave event on the morning of the last day of term.
We also discussed the important work of the Bursary Committee and the impact that the committee and its generous sponsors have had over the years. Notably, we heard from and thanked Lucy Fox for her leadership of the Bursary Committee over a number of years. The leadership of this committee now sits in the safe and competent hands of Josie Chester. Thank you Lucy.
Learning Conversations next week
At the time of writing I can see almost 100 bookings for the conversations over these two afternoons. Teachers have been working incredibly hard to prepare reports and work samples to show you during these meetings. Importantly, there is a future-focus to the conversations (this is where your young person sits right now, here is how they progress to the next level) and for that reason I think it is useful if your young person attends the conversation with you too.
On the Monday and Tuesday afternoon there is also an opportunity for you to give some feedback on our values-aligned statement of expected behaviours, which is a central pieces of our strategic work in relation to Priority 2 (Culture and Climate). I look forward to seeing many of you next week and note that it is still possible to book some meeting slots by clicking this link: https://campbelltowndistricths.schoolzineplus.com/view-session/23
School Uniform
It is not uncommon that young people come home wearing a jumper that isn’t theirs as they take them off and put them on in a hurry during the day and make sure they squeeze every last minute out of their play time at recess and lunch. If you have a store of jumpers or other uniform at your house which doesn’t have your young person’s name on it, can I please ask that they are returned to the school?
Respectful visitor policy
At the most recent meeting, our School Association has ratified the policy linked below.
We value the ongoing support and engagement of our families and other adults and this policy serves to provide clarity about adult movements around the school and at special events. We have undertaken this work to ensure that we have a school culture that prioritises safety and safeguarding and allows your continued (and very welcome) engagement with our school and attendance at school events. Mostly, it captures current practice and here are some of the key points of the policy:
- Adults are invited on-site to collect children at the end of the day either through the office or through the playground near the buses. Adults should wait until duty teachers are present (about 2.50pm each day) before entering the school gates and then remain outside to collect children and not in the hallways
- Families are still welcome to drop young people off at classroom doors after 8.30am each day (noting that we should be working towards their independence in this area as they progress though primary grades). As mornings are an incredibly busy time for teachers, families are asked to make an appointment time with teachers if they need to have discussions that will take longer than a few minutes
- Adult bathrooms are available in the front office and adults must never enter student bathrooms
- Photographing or filming students on school activities (such as Cross Country) isn’t permitted. We endeavour to take and share photos at these special events
The policy is in effect from today and I invite you to reach out to me if you have any questions:
Principal position update:
Finally, following a recent recruitment process to backfill Mr Flanagan’s continuing appointment as Student Support Leader, I am thrilled to be able to share that my appointment to this school has been continued until the end of 2025. I am pleased to be able to continue the strategic work we have underway, particularly as it relates to quality literacy instruction and culture and climate. Most of all, I’m grateful to be able to continue to spend each day with our committed staff team and your delightful young people!
David Bryant,
Acting Principal
In Grade 2, we have been learning about how materials can be changed after being exposed to manipulation.
In this engaging Chemical Science lesson, students explored the physical changes that occur when popcorn kernels are heated.
Gayathirry Kuna
Teacher
NORTHERN MIDLANDS CROSS COUNTRY
CTDHS Shines at Northern Midlands Cross Country in Deloraine!
What an incredible day it was at the Northern Midlands Cross Country, held on the 5th of June in beautiful Deloraine! Our CTDHS students represented the school with pride, showing outstanding determination, enthusiasm, and school spirit from start to finish.
Competing against twelve other schools, our students rose to the challenge, with many finishing in the top ten across various races - a truly impressive achievement that reflects their hard work and dedication.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the parents who came along to cheer on the team. Your support and encouragement made a big difference and was greatly appreciated by all.
A special shout-out to Fletcher, who claimed 1st place in the Grade 3 boys' race - an exceptional performance and a well-deserved win!
Congratulations to all our runners - CTDHS is incredibly proud of your efforts and sportsmanship. Well done!
Ashlee Lowe
HPE Teacher
On a frosty 4th of June morning we travelled to Streanshalh to look at the equipment and layout of the shearing shed. Richard Dowling gave students the opportunity to see how the shed was set up and the equipment required for operation. They took advantage of a few unbranded wool bales and used their best branding skills to get them branded for transport.
After the shearing shed tour, Richard had a small job he required some help with and we drove down the paddock to where a new pivot irrigator is to be built. Fences have had to be removed and there was one left for us to assist with. Apparently the fence had been constructed 30 years previous with the assistance of students from Campbell Town DHS, and now they were assisting to remove it. “Best fence on the place”, Richard said. Droppers were removed, and staples cut from posts. The wire was then rolled up for use at a later date. Students practiced their manual handling skills and learnt how to use fencing pliers. They also displayed good teamwork skills.
After lunch at the shearing shed we travelled down to Greenhill to met with Jane Taylor. Our aim was to explore a very different shearing shed design, as this shed is raised off the ground and has a raised board. We also had the opportunity to look at the original shed and stables. Quite an amazing old building.
Big thanks goes to Richard Dowling and Jane Taylor for hosting our students as they learnt about the characteristics of shearing sheds.
I would also like to thank Peter Barber and Winton Estate for the donation of a large bale of lucerne hay for the school wethers. We have just started to feed it out and the wethers are really enjoying the excellent quality.
Jill Bennett
Teacher
We are super excited to announce that Campbell Town District High School is taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave and is hosting a Crazy Hair Day. This event is proudly organised by our Primary and Secondary Student Leaders.
When: Friday 4 July 2025. The World's Greatest Shave will take place at 9.00am at our end-of-term breakfast BBQ.
How to get involved:
1. Sponsor a Shave/Cut – Support Mr Hodge, Ms Bennett and Kevin via https://www.worldsgreatestshave.com/st/1747/21146
2. Crazy Hair Day – All students can come to school in their wildest hair, wig or hat and make a gold coin donation.
3. Spread the Word – Share this and help us raise awareness
4. Parents and carers are welcome to come along on the day, buy a breakfast BBQ roll for $1.00 and donate to the cause!
5. If you are unable to attend on the day and would like to support this important cause, donations can be left at the school office.
If you have any questions, please contact Miss Knowles or Mrs Lydon via the school office.
Primary and Secondary Student Leaders
Learning Conversations will be held on Monday 23 June and Tuesday 24 June 2025 for Kinder to Grade 10 families (excluding Mrs Fry’s Grade 6 class).
Mrs Fry will be on leave and her conversations will be held on Monday 28 July and Tuesday 29 July.
Please enter the school by the main office for directions. The schedule of staff who will be available for appointments are:
Teacher |
Classes/Subjects |
David Bryant |
Principal |
Laurindah Taylor-Hambleton |
Learning Plan Reviews Kinder to Grade 13 and Kinder to Grade 2 Music |
Amanda Lydon |
Secondary AST and 7 to 10 Psychology elective |
Erin Unsworth |
Instructional Specialist (Literacy) |
Kelsey Maconachie |
Kindergarten |
Rachel Langiu |
Prep |
Mandy Blake |
Grade 1 |
Gayathirry Kuna |
Grade 2 |
Anita Fitzallen |
Grade 3A |
Halana Knowles and Nic Bowerman |
Grade 3B |
Elizabeth Webber |
Grade 4 |
Scott Brown and Lyrae Rattray |
Grade 5 |
Dana Fry |
Grade 6 |
Rachel Hodge and Andrew Martin |
Grade 7/8 Class Teacher, 7/8 English, 7/8 HASS |
Tom Hodge |
Grade 9/10 Class Teacher, 9/10 English, 9/10 HASS, 7 to 10 Work Studies and 7 to 10 MDT elective |
Rachael Storay |
Grade 7 and Grade 9 Maths |
Paul Hudson |
Grade 8 and Grade 10 Maths |
Meg Barber |
Prep to Grade 6 Art, 7 to 10 Science and 7 to 10 Art elective |
Ashlee Lowe |
Kinder Gross Motor, Prep to 10 PE, 9/10 Health and 7 to 10 Sport elective |
Ross Crombie |
Grade 7/8 Health, Grade 3 to 6 Music, Grades 2, 3B and 5 Digitech and Grade 7 to 10 Music elective |
Jodie Clegg |
7 to 10 MKR elective, 7 to 10 Place Making elective and 7 to 10 Focus on Child Studies elective |
Yvonne Albers |
Grades 1, 3A, 4 and 6 Food and Fibre, 7 to 10 Café elective and 7 to 10 Theatre and Story elective |
Michael Upton |
Primary and Secondary Hands on Learning |
Richard Reed |
Secondary Hands on Learning |
Jill Bennett |
Grade 11 in 2026 at Campbell Town School |
The link to book an appointment and view your child's teacher/s available times and days is below. You can also book an appointment via the Schoolzine app (SZApp) by clicking on the learning conversations tile.
Link to book learning conversations:
https://campbelltowndistricths.schoolzineplus.com/view-session/23
Link for assistance to book learning conversations please refer to the guide below or ask our friendly office staff:
AI chatbots and companions
The eSafety Commissioner online safety advisory committee have released information regarding the increasing risk of AI chatbots and companions to young people. Families and educators are advised to read the information in this link about how we can protect children and young people.
AI chatbots and companions – risks to children and young people | eSafety Commissioner
Lyrae Rattray
Safeguarding Lead
16 - 22nd June 2025 - World Continence Awareness Week!
World Continence Week (WCW) is a health campaign run by the World Federation for Incontinence and Pelvic Problems (WFIPP) to raise awareness of incontinence related issues.
- 3-12% of children have daytime wetting or daytime incontinence. Most children have gained bladder control by the age of 4.
- 1-3% have faecal incontinence or soiling. Soiling is when the bowels are emptied in places other than the toilet. Even after a child is toilet trained, there may be occasional accidents with soiling (poo) in your child’s underwear.
- About 1 in 5 children experience bed wetting or nocturnal enuresis. Bed wetting is the involuntary passing of urine (wee) that occurs at night during the main sleep cycle.
- These are all medical conditions and although there is a tendency for them to improve with age, not all do. Sometimes just waiting for this to happen is not advisable as there can be long term effects on bladder, bowel, and kidney function. There may also be emotional, social, and psychological consequences which may impact on the child’s quality of life.
Signs of a healthy bladder:
- Empties 4-6 times a day
- Can hold up to 400-600ml of urine
- May wake you up once at night to pass urine
- Tells you when it is full but gives you enough time to find a toilet
- Empties completely each time you pass urine
- Does not leak urine
- Additionally, did you know that over 5 million Australians (1 in 4 people) aged 15 and over also experience bladder and bowel incontinence. Information and assistance can be found at The Continence Foundation of Australia https://www.continence.org.au/ or phone the Helpline on 1800 33 00 66.
Helpful links:
- World Continence Week 2025 - WFIPP.org
- https://www.continence.org.au/who-it-affects/children
- https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides - A-Z reference help - click on i for incontinence - urine
- https://www.health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/child-and-youth-health/child-health-and-parenting-service-chaps/bedwetting-wetaway-program - or Phone 1300 064 544 - available for children 5 - 18 years of age and who are still wetting the bed
- https://www.continence.org.au/one-step-at-a-time - for toilet training children with special needs
If you would like any further information or any assistance, please contact me through the school admin team or email at louise.hawkins@decyp.tas.gov.au
2025 TERM DATES
Term 2: Monday 28 April to Friday 4 July
Term 3: Monday 21 July to Friday 26 September
(Friday 31 October Kinder to Grade 12 Student Free Day)
Term 4: Monday 13 October to Thursday 18 December