09 May 2024

News from Miss Smith

It was good to see students, families and staff present at the Yolla and Wynyard ANZAC Day Services.  Taking time to reflect on those people who have fought and continue to protect our rights as a democracy is important.   Congratulations to Year 10 students Brayden, Isla and Morgan who spoke at the services, representing our school.

Last week our stock handling team represented Yolla District School at AGFEST.  Congratulations to the whole team, those behind the scenes, those who lent us animals and those students competing.  The team won the Schools Award for 2024.  A report later in the newsletter also identifies some specific individual achievements.  Whilst at AGFEST we had some initial conversations with Rural Youth about starting a club in Yolla.  Keep an eye on our newsletters and social media for more information if you are aged between 15 and 30 years.

Be kind – is a message being delivered through Dolly’s Dream on Do it for Dolly Day 2024.   Making Dolly’s dream of a kinder and safer world for Australian children, adolescents and communities will be the theme of conversations on Friday with everyone.  Remember to Dress Blue.  Our Student Leaders will also be giving everyone a free sausage on Friday at lunch time, please remember to bring your lunch as well.

On a final note – this Sunday please take a moment to thank those special people in your world for Mother’s Day.    Saying thankyou to our Mum’s, Nan’s, Aunts, Carers, Neighbours and Special Adults who care and support us is appreciated and valued.  This tradition started in 1908.

Miss Smith

Key Dates

DECYP Values

Connection – building positive relationships and a sense of belonging.

Courage – accepting challenges and embracing opportunities.

Growth – aspiring to learn, and improving, even when it’s hard.

Respect – caring for ourselves, each other, and our environment.

Responsibility – stepping up and doing what’s right.

Parents and Friends Committee

Do it for Dolly Day ‘24

Primary School Assembly

School Assembly

Yolla Cross Country Carnival

PSST State Athletics Carnival 2024

Well done to Amity Bruce for being selected in the Northwest Athletics Team to compete at the PSST Athletics Carnival held on Friday 10 May at the Launceston Athletics Centre. We wish Amity good luck for her events!

Yolla District School are the 2024 Rural Youth Livestock Cup Winner.

Over four days our students demonstrated the best of their skills and abilities in the AGFEST Junior Livestock Handlers Competition. The team comprised of students from across the school from Year 1 to 12, who performed exceptionally well, working together and demonstrating their strengths and abilities, walking away with a range of awards. The school’s Hampshire Down stud also continues to do well, winning the Champion Interbreed class.

Additionally, to individual student success, notable results included:

Young Judges - Sheep

• Harry Marks - Champion Under 15 years.
• Sarah Gardner - Champion Over 15 years.

Young Judges – Beef

• Sarah Gardner - Champion Over 15 years.

Young Judges – Dairy

• Sarah Gardner - Reserve Champion Over 15 years.

Young Handler – Dairy

• Sarah Gardner – Champion.
• Phoebe Calvert – Reserve Champion.

Young Handler – Sheep

• Sarah Gardner – Champion.

A big thank you to our school community and the wider community for your support of our school team for AGFEST 2024. I would like to additionally acknowledge the significant contributions of the following individuals for their support in making AGFEST possible; Kate Lavell, Wivenhoe IGA; Somerset IGA Everyday; Tiffany Gregory; Phil Gardner, Benscroft Miniature Herefords; Josh Smith, Triple J Genetics; John Lehman; Jackie Calvert; Aleisha Mutton and Kristen Bartlett.

AGFEST Junior Livestock Handlers 2024

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Launching into Learning – Tiny Taters Playgroup

We truly value the zero to four years of age program that our school has operated over the past decade.  It is our intention to resume this program as soon as we have solved our staff shortages.  We have a team of staff who are keen to get this program operational again.

At this stage, our LiL playgroup will not operate in Term 2.  We encourage all our families to access some of the amazing free programs being offered at the Larapi Child and Family Learning Centre in Wynyard.  This centre has programs running every day.

Library News

Did you know that students in Years 7-12 can borrow a device or internet hotspot to take home for up to four weeks? Students can request to borrow a device or internet hotspot from the library to work on an assignment, research a topic of interest or complete an application online. If you do not want your child to be able to loan a device or internet hotspot please contact the Yolla District School Office.

Apprenticeship and Traineeships for School-aged Learners

Parent/Guardian Video Link  (3.30min)

• Apprenticeships and traineeships can be undertaken full-time, part-time or as a school-based apprenticeship/traineeship. 
• A school-based apprenticeship or traineeship offers flexibility. It enables a student in Year 10, 11 and 12 to combine school, work and training to achieve a nationally recognised qualification.  (A student in Year 9 can undertake an apprenticeship/traineeship (dealt with on a case-by-case approach) only under certain conditions.)
• Students are expected to attend school and work toward their Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE). 
• Contact Miss Smith if you’d like to discuss further.

Make each day count

Welcome back to Term 2, we hope you enjoyed your break!

By showing up to school every day, your child will have the best opportunity at a bright future. It gives them every chance to be around friends, learn new things, and find interests.

We have lots in store for this term, including cross country, Do it for Dolly Day, JCP Youth Workshops and various excursions.

Good attendance habits can sometimes be hard to stick. Keep trying to create a solid routine, to set your child up for success for the rest of the year.

If you’re looking for tips on how to create better attendance habits, visit the Anything can happen website.

Please always talk to us if you’re having trouble getting your child to school. We’re here to help.

Share your thoughts on school attendance

Help us better understand any barriers that may be in the way, and what supports are needed to help with getting to school.

The Department for Education, Children and Young People is doing statewide consultation on school attendance. 3P Advisory is independently running the consultation. Your answers are confidential, and you won’t be identified.

We want to hear from you. You can take part in an online survey, share or vote for suggestions, or join an online drop-in session via the 3P website. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.

You can also share your thoughts about what you like or don’t like about our Every school day matters campaign.

As a parent or carer, please have your say. Please encourage your child/ren, too.

Every piece of feedback counts. Thanks for helping shape future DECYP initiatives, school-based engagement strategies and public awareness campaigns.

Premier’s Reading Challenge

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is a personal challenge – not a competition. What’s your best reading tally? Can you beat it?

If you figure out what you love to read, reading will be easier – so try reading different things – fiction, non-fiction – blogs, comics, poetry, lyrics, essays, magazines, newspapers… it all counts in the PRC.

This is a challenge for all Tasmanian students. It doesn’t matter what your reading level is, everyone can take part.

Reading is a skill we need for life.  All the reading you do in this challenge will help you at school and at home.

Safeguarding Training

Did you know that as a DECYP employee, volunteer, or external service provider for the department, you must complete Safeguarding Training?

The compulsory training is designed to help us better safeguard kids in Tasmania.

2023 School Magazine Orders

The school magazine is now available from the school office. The magazine costs $22.00.

Studiosity

Does your child need help with homework? Find free 24/7 online study support with Studiosity.

• Homework support, writing feedback and practice quizzes are available for students in grades 3 to 12.
• Real-life subject specialists assist students with core Australian Curriculum subjects.
• Feedback on cover letters or resumes is available for job seekers.
• Library members log in free with their library barcode and PIN/password.

Not a Libraries Tasmania member? All residents of Tasmania can join online for free and get immediate access to Studiosity!

View how Studiosity helps 3-12 students and teachers on Vimeo
Further information: Libraries Tasmania’s Studiosity homepage 

Community Notices

RHEE TAEKWON-DO – The Family Martial Art

Gather and Glow

Little Athletics Cross Country

Wynyard Uniting Church – Fair, Market and Garage Sale

The Wynyard Uniting Church will be hosting a FAIR, MARKET & GARAGE SALE at the Uniting Church Hall, 9 Dodgin Street, Wynyard on Saturday, May 18th from 9am until 1pm.

Enjoy our friendly market atmosphere, home cooking, sewing, Bric-a-brac, crafts and books.  There will be a good range of Garden Plants.  In fact, just about anything can be found.  Private stall holders will add to the variety

Devonshire Teas and a Sausage Sizzle will provide light refreshment throughout.

Funds raised support the activities of the Uniting Church at a local, national & international level.

Everyone is invited to come along on May 18th and enjoy a great day out.