Celebrations

Young Migrant Students Unlocking their Futures - Meenakshi Singh and Erfan Rahimi

A group of Tasmanian refugees and migrant students have been involved in a mentorship program. The learning grants program started in 2019 and matches 567 high school students from refugee and migrant backgrounds with mentors. The students come from 13 different countries and the mentors from nine. The idea is to help the students’ English language skills, and help them with tasks that aren’t taught in the classroom, like writing a resume and preparing for a job interview. Meenakshi Singh, 16 from India said the program had made a big difference for her. It is very helpful we learn things that we don’t get to learn in class, like how to get a job and our future pathways. It also helps us build confidence, and we all become friends with each other. Meenakshi is aiming to study architecture when she finishes school.

Erfan Rahimi is from Afghanistan, said the program had been very useful. At the start it was difficult settling in a new country, but this program has helped us to do this. They tell us essential information that is helpful for our future, and provide us with help and support in our regular schoolwork. It helps build our communication and leadership skills. Erfan is hoping to study International Relations in the future.

Abbie Butler

Abbie has been selected in the Tasmanian Target Talent Program for Athletics where she is working and training with the Tasmanian Institute of Sport. Congratulations Abbie and well done!

Uniform

As the winter months are upon us we are focusing on ensuring our Grade 10s are good role models for the school community and are in full school uniform. As part of our winter uniform students are allowed to wear a winter skirt with navy stockings and a blue shirt, in addition to this grey trousers or shorts may also be worn.

Students are encouraged to wear their spray jackets, woollen or rugby jumpers in order to keep warm. It should be noted that beanies and hoodies are not part of our school uniform and are not to be worn to school. Students are able to layer, for example, singlets underneath their uniform as extra layers, however these should not be visible from the outside.

Mobile Phone & Device Policy 'Off & Away'

• The Department of Education has mandated that all students in Tasmanian Schools are not permitted to use their mobile phone or device during the school day.
• Mobile phones are to be kept in lockers throughout the day.
• All ‘Smart Watches' must be placed on ‘Aeroplane Mode’.
• Mobile phones and iPads (+ other devices) are not to be used at break times (recess & lunch).
• Students are able to briefly check their device at their locker at the beginning of a break time.
• Important/urgent messages during the day from parents to students should be communicated through the Main School Office.

            Consequences will be put in place for breaching this policy

Other Grade 10 News

KMHS Cross Country

Senior Cross Country will be held this Wednesday Blocks 4 and 5. All students who are in Sports Skills and Drills Football, Netball and Soccer - it is compulsory for you to compete in this event other students may enter by seeing the House Captains prior to the event or signing up through the CANVAS page.

Curiosity Program if you are interested in focusing your learning in a specialised area please see Mr Chamberlain or Mrs Williams for more information.

Rugby Jumpers

There will be a final run for students to have their names and year on the rugby jumpers.  If you are keen to pursue this offer please return your form, rugby jumper and $16.50 to the main office by Friday 3 July. (Forms are available from Mrs Williams in the Grade 10 staffroom).

Weekly Check in Survey is completed every Monday and Friday during CT and students are supported by their CT, GL and AST if there are any concerns.

Nurse Dani’s Health and Wellness Resources

Dani’s support resources include Strong Physical Health, Positive Mental Health, Teenage Stuff and Coping with COVID 19.

Leavers Hoodies and T-Shirts.

Mrs Williams is currently investigating designs and prices for Leavers Hoodies and T-Shirts (watch this space).