Flinders Island District High School in Whitemark, Tasmania, Australia | High School

Flinders Island District High School

Locality: Whitemark, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6359 2021

Address: Thule Road 7255 Whitemark, TAS, Australia

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25.01.2022 This term grade 3/4 have been very busy in the kitchen and garden. We hope you all have a great holiday!

25.01.2022 ‘We are the children’ Whole School & Senior Band

25.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder that the picture product templates need to be returned to the office by 9am tomorrow. Thanks.

25.01.2022 Day 2 of the Year 10 Transition Trip: Xzavier, James and Sophie attended the Newstead College Orientation Day. FIDHS alumni Marshall, Amber and Jenna welcomes us to the college and gave the Year 10s some insight in to college life it was great to catch up! Students found out about a wide range of subjects, from Wood and Construction, to Environmental Science, to Music. Thanks Newstead!

24.01.2022 Grade 1/2 Excursion to the A-frame We have been learning about 3 dimensional shapes in class. This learning inquiry has taken us along many interesting paths. Today we explored the shape of the A-frame, built replicas of ancient Aboriginal shelters, took notes for an information report about wallabies, asked questions of the Patriarch Wildlife Commitee about the historical significance of the A-frame and also ate bulk sausages and cake.... I will post the learning journal in the coming weeks. Special thanks to Margie Goss, Mary Bushby, Dolly, Megan, Rachel and Gail for making the day possible. #InquiryBasedLearing #HandsOnActivities #LearningThroughPlay #LearnerAssets #MyEducation #Numeracy #Literacy #HASS #STEM #Health #SausagesInWhiteBread

24.01.2022 We are proud of the service of Mr Graham! #Community #TogetherWeInspire

24.01.2022 Day 1 of the Year 10 Transition Trip: Students went to TasTAFE, UTAS and the University College, with a stop-off at Riverbend Park to burn off some energy. This afternoon they participated in the annual public transport challenge, and tonight had dinner with former FIDHS students Amber, Jenna, Toby, Marshall and Sophia. ... They are about to use teamwork and critical and creative thinking to escape a Witchcraft and Wizardry room at Escape Launceston! #Initiative #Community #Resilience #TogetherWeInspire

23.01.2022 Athletics Carnival Thursday 12th November We welcome spectators but will need to be mindful of our social distancing requirements. Looking forward to seeing the students in their House colours. ... Please give us a call if you are unsure if your child is Flinders / Bass. Carnival schedules below

22.01.2022 Tomorrow we will have our final LintoL of the year. We will be celebrating with some Christmas cheer. We hope to see all our LintoL families there.

22.01.2022 Remember these??? Well you can now create a personalised clock / phone case / a mug...so much more than just plates! The School Association are excited to bring this amazing opportunity to our families to create a keepsake, make a wonderful Christmas or birthday present or even a unique calendar for 2021. So many ideas! You will find the order forms coming home today in your child's school bag - if you don't receive one we have also posted them on the app and sent out by... email - please call if you have any enquiries. ORDERS FORMS DUE BACK BY FRIDAY! We will then send out templates for those wanting to create a masterpiece that will last a lifetime. See more

21.01.2022 The Kinder/Prep students adventured to the Klug’s farm to visit the animals today! We checked out the cows and sheep with their newborns and we even got to feed some lambs and calves! On our way back to school we briefly stopped at the A-frame to try and feed some wallabies. They were scarce, however we enjoyed it anyway! Thank you to all the helpers and the Klugs for hosting. They had a ball and really enjoyed their goody bags (myself included)

20.01.2022 Tomorrow, Tuesday the 15th is our school swimming carnival. All students will need to pack bathers for the day as each class will participate in a full range of novelty events. Due to the tight area of the swimming pool, parents are sadly not invited along to this event because we will not be able to meet Covid-19 restrictions in such a small area. Thank you... Mr Graham.

20.01.2022 Cross Country is on tomorrow!!! We encourage students to come along in their HOUSE colours!! RED for Flinders BLUE for Bass

19.01.2022 This term, everyone in the school has a writing goal based around writing effective sentences. The secondary students have been working on creating and punctuating effective compound, complex and compound-complex sentences, as well as experimenting with a variety of ways to construct sentences to ensure that their writing is more interesting for the reader. #Literacy #Writing #Pride #TogetherWeInspire

19.01.2022 REMINDER: Cash for Cans we need you! We will be holding another can sorting fundraiser at the Whitemark tip on Saturday 19th September from 9am 11am. If you can spare a few hours to help us tidy up the can area and sort and bag our cans for recycling we would love to see you. To RSVP please contact the school on 63592021 or reply to this message on the app by clicking on the speech bubble on the top right hand corner.... You will require a volunteer induction to participate. To complete these, click on the following links. Online Volunteer Safety Induction: https://skylearn.com.au/fc1/V1/story_html5.html and then please fill in the Volunteer Registration Form: https://www.flinders.tas.gov.au//Volunteer%20Registration% For more information on the induction please contact Sammi Gowthorp on at council on 63 595006 or via email on [email protected]

17.01.2022 Tennis clinic. On Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday next week we have a tennis coach visiting our school and running clinics with our students. The tennis coach is generously offering an after-school clinic for students from ... Grades 3-6 on Monday at 3pm until 4pm. Grades 7-10 on Tuesday 3pm until 4pm. Please complete a consent form on the Schoolstream App located under the forms tab. For those without the app a consent form has been emailed. You are welcome to come along and assist, with your support being greatly appreciated. Please remember you will need a Working with Vulnerable Children’s card. It is strongly suggested that an extra healthy snack and drink of water is provided for your child on both of these days. When picking up your child please ensure that you follow correct social distancing protocols as per our current government’s guidelines. Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you have any queries. Yours sincerely, Stuart Dwyer Principal

17.01.2022 FIDHS 2020 End of Year Assembly and Awards Ceremony

17.01.2022 Dear Kinder Prep Parents, Presenting an online book launch; ‘Unique Me’ written and illustrated by Kinder/Prep. This book will be available for order via the School Stream app this Monday for $43. The option is available for a keepsake with orders being required by Monday 16th November. Alternatively you may simply enjoy the online viewing celebrating diversity and our wonderful Kinder Prep group. ... *please note this book is our first proof and some minor edits will be made for your copies. #community #pride #togetherweinspire

17.01.2022 The 7/8 class are preparing for a mock trial tomorrow as part of their Civics and Citizenship unit about the Australian justice system with Miss Rabe (pre-service teacher). Meet the prosecution lawyers (May and Izzy), lawyers for the defence (Lillie and Tessa) and our defendant (Mackenzie) Stay tuned for the verdict! ... #Initiative #Community #HASS #PersonalSocialCapability #CriticalCreativeThinking #EthicalUnderstanding

17.01.2022 Term 4 HAT Reminder Just a quick reminder that broad brimmed hats are compulsory to wear in term 4. See you all Monday ready for a great last term of 2020 Term 4 HAT Reminder Just a quick reminder that broad brimmed hats are compulsory to wear in term 4. See you all Monday ready for a great last term of 2020

17.01.2022 Ballad of Dy & Ronnie (Michael Turner/Dy Summers) SENIOR BAND Izzy (Lead Singer) Mikayla & Amy-Lee (Backup Singers) Connor (electric drums)... Xzavier (electric guitar) David (bass) Heidi & Micha (guitar) See more

17.01.2022 Today, the 7/8 class put in a MAMMOTH effort to run a pop-up canteen. It was extremely popular with over 140 items ordered! This was part of their Economics and Business unit in Humanities, where they had to identify their target audience, do market research, design their products with specific criteria in mind, price their items by understanding unit costs and profits, plus actually prepare, cook and package the orders. They should be very proud of their efforts, particular...ly with their team work throughout this project. We would like to thank Anne Campbell and Rachel Jones who volunteered to help the 7/8s today. We really appreciated your time and expertise. #Initiative #Community #Pride #Resilience #TogetherWeInspire #PersonalSocialCapability

17.01.2022 Hi all, Do you have any clocks that are ready for the tip? The school are looking for the donation of any old clocks. The students will disassemble to investigate their inner workings. ... Digital and analogue clocks are both suitable.

15.01.2022 Last week we announced that the Student Assistance Scheme (STAS) was being changed. From next year, families with a Health Care Card (or equivalent) may now be ...eligible for STAS. This will replace the income thresholds that have been used. You can find out more about the changes on our website: http://ow.ly/WPbr50B6Ws2 Or email [email protected] or phone 1800 827 055 if you need more information.

14.01.2022 Science Week 2020 @FIDHS During Science Week our Grade 7/8 students planned and started an investigation into the effects of ocean acidification of marine molluscs. 1 week into the experiment and we've already made some interesting discoveries- stay tuned for our final reports! #flindersstem #fidhs #community #innovation #scienceweek

14.01.2022 Some secondary Design & Tech students have been working hard designing and making wall hangings, cushions and placements using stained glass quilting techniques.

14.01.2022 Good morning everyone, Today’s school beach day will be at All Ports.

12.01.2022 We want you to send us messages of thanks for World Teachers’ Day! Please fill out the form below and send us a message for your teachers. Many of these will be... turned into an animated video to share on World Teachers’ Day this year. You might like to also tell us what is the favourite and funniest thing about your teacher. But get in quick as the form will close on 19 October 2020! http://ow.ly/ybFF50BHcDw #ProudlyPublic #TasEducation #LearnersFirst #WorldTeachersDay2020 #ThankATeacher

12.01.2022 Thank you to the grade 5/6 students who represented our school at the 11am ANZAC service today. Lest We Forget.

12.01.2022 Information and a consent form for the student wellbeing consultation has been sent to grades 3 and up today on the Schoolstream App. For parents without the App a paper copy has been sent home with your child. Can all parents please complete the consent form before Monday (30/11/20)

11.01.2022 This term in Primary Arts there is a mosaic of learning going on in Visual Arts, Drama, and Music. 3/4 are currently learning about Aboriginal Art across Australia and the different forms and techniques that have been used throughout history. In this lesson students worked in pairs drawing a map of their bedroom and a story of a family adventure. It was hard to end the lesson and stop the students from drawing in the sand! A very fun and relaxing learning experience in the winter sun! #natureartconnection #AboriginalEducation #community #sharingstories Ms Wheatley

11.01.2022 Term 2 Lunch Orders This term we will see a change in the menu & providers for our lunch orders. Please see the poster below for the week 1 menu and how to order. PLEASE NOTE: There will NOT be drinks available. We are looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow

10.01.2022 9/10 Outdoor Education students have started day two of their hike. After walking from Killiecrankie to the Docks yesterday, the team walked up the tough Docks road in anticipation for the walk up over Mt Killiecrankie and back to set up camp at Killiecrankie tonight. Great effort by all so far #pride #Respect #initiative #community #resilience

10.01.2022 We had the privilege of congratulating BASS on winning the 2020 Athletics Carnival at this morning’s assembly. We also welcomed back our Inter High Athletics team. Please see all their extraordinary results below. BASS 890 points... FLINDERS 727 points Sophie Allott: 100m 14.78 (1st) 200m 32.31 (1st) 400m 1:21.82 (3rd) Triple Jump 8.49m (1st) Long Jump 3.71 (2nd) Jodie Allott: 100m 15.13 (1st) 200m 29.83 (2nd) 400m 75.57 (2nd) Long Jump 3.35m (4th) Nina Hizzard: 100m 15.58 (1st) Triple Jump 7.49m (3rd) Discus 14.72m (3rd) Shot Put 6.93m (3rd) Coopa Mathews: 200m 31.50 (5th) 800m 3:55.06 (10th) Triple Jump 7.20 (3rd) High Jump 1.35m (1st) Long Jump 3.96m (2nd) James Taylor-McKain: 200m 30.89 (5th) 400m 68.28 (3rd) 800m 2:38.19 (3rd) 1500m 5:16.20 (3rd) Long Jump 3.89m (6th) Triple Jump 8.84m (4th) Archie Burke: 100m 13.88 (1st) 400m 67.59 (1st) 800m 2:41.84 (2nd) Shot Put 10.40m (2nd) Discus 20m (1st) Connor Wheatley: 100m 13.47 (3rd) 200m 26.58 (1st) 400m 62.34 (1st) 800m 2:29.17 (1st) 1500m 4:52.09 (1st) Long Jump 4.18m (3rd) Javelin 22.30m (4th) May Wain: 100m 15.61 (3rd) 200m 32.69 (3rd) 400m 1:20.05 (3rd) Triple Jump 7.28m (2nd) Long Jump 3.54m (2nd) Grade 10 girls 4 x 100m relay 61.41 (1st) Grade 10 boys 4 x 100m relay 58.70 (2nd)

10.01.2022 PREMIER'S READING CHALLENGE!!! Students from Prep to Year 6 are challenged to make reading a part of their day and read 10 books in 10 weeks starting the 26th of April. They can negotiate with their teacher to have a large chapter book counted as being more than one book. Whilst reading 10 books means the student has completed the Challenge, they can read more.

10.01.2022 7/8 Kitchen Science with AK during National Science Week. The 7/8 class were lucky enough to work with AK in the kitchen to create a delicious re-imagining of Fish and Chips. Our menu included: *Flathead Ceviche- it's not exactly cooked, but cured using fresh lime juice...some interesting science there!... *Thai fish cakes- we took special note of the physical and chemical changes happening during the preparation and cooking of this meal. * Good old baked potatoes- we tested our potatoes for Glucose and starch. * Potato Salad- we boiled our spuds and made our own whole egg mayonnaise (an emulsion- a mixture of 2 liquids that don't normally want to combine) with lots of fresh herbs. * Garden salad with homemade dressing- a chance to explore some natural emulsifiers. It was a fabulous lunch and a fantastic way to bring together some of the science concepts and techniques we have been studying in the laboratory. Remember science is all around! #scienceinthekitchen #scienceweek #fidhsstem #innovation

09.01.2022 Reminder: LintoL is cancelled tomorrow - 22nd September. See you all back in term 4

09.01.2022 Today in Prep and 1/2 Drama students experienced a fun trust activity called 'minefield'. In pairs they helped each other be guided through a set up area of obstacles. They learnt how to build trust between each other, focus, give clear instructions to get through the 'minefield' without knocking anything over!! Well done Preps and 1/2, this took alot of teamwork, courage, and focus. Ms Wheatley #drama #lifeskills #gettingreadyforthestage

09.01.2022 Come along in your favourite team colours tomorrow Thursday 10th September Organised by our Student Leader group to raise money for Cancer Research.

09.01.2022 As seen on the back page of The Examiner today, eight of our secondary students are representing FIDHS at the Northern High School Sports Association Athletics Carnival. We can’t wait to hear about the great time they had competing. #Pride #TogetherWeInspire

08.01.2022 We celebrated the end of the 2020 school year in true Flinders Island style - a day at the beach in 40-knot winds. Merry Christmas everyone!

07.01.2022 Dear Parents, The 7/8 class, as part of their Economics and Business class, are doing market research about school lunches. They will be running a one-off school canteen one day in Week 3. Please fill out this short survey about you/your child's preferences for school lunches, created by May, Summer, Jai and Eden. ... https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T8M8WDT

07.01.2022 What an amazing effort.... a massive congratulations to the 8 students who competed in the Inter High Athletics Carnival today at St Leonard’s. Archie, Connor, Sophie, Nina, May, Jodie, James and Coopa competed in a range of track and field events, achieving great results! One of the many highlights of the day was when the students came together to form a year 10 boys and a year 10 girls relay team. The girls set the standard high claiming a first place in their relay, befor...e the boys put in an awesome effort to claim second in their relay. Each student gave it their all and represented not only the school, but the whole island in such a positive manner. Congratulations!! #Pride #Respect #Initiative #Courage #Teamwork #HPE #Athletics See more

07.01.2022 Spring Kids Holiday Program is out! Please text 0437 987 863 to book your place. Laser Tag will be held at FIAAI Park on Thursday 8th & Friday 9th from 10am-3pm. Please contact Marley on 6359 3532

07.01.2022 Mr Cole and our Grade 1/2 class are exploring artefacts from the past as part of our History learning at school. We are hoping parents and the wider community may lend us some obscure artefacts that could be used to learn about life from the past. We will take great care of the items we borrow.... If you have anything we may be able to use we would be grateful if they could be brought to the School before the end of Term 3 ( only 3 weeks left ) For any enquiries please contact Andrew Cole on 63592021. Thank you

07.01.2022 This week our school celebrated NAIDOC, attending the flag raising ceremony at FIAA on Monday and today 5/6 helped out in the cook up with AK and Aunty Lil. It was full steam in the kitchen with the 5/6 not only preparing for the usual Friday 'kitchen garden' sit down meal but also got out a number of platters to share the tucker across the whole school!! Well done to AK and Aunty Lil for coming up with a very cool menu using native ingredients; Menu Mutton bird curry puffs... Wallaby kofta Kylie Wong’s native green stir fry Spanakopita with warrigal greens Tzatziki dip Damper with native jams Damper with native dukkah Home-made lemon pepper seasoning Lemon Myrtle Cheesecake 5/6 you went over and above today, cooking up way beyond what you were use to and making sure everyone got a sample! You rock!! There is display of some artwork by our primary and secondary students near the front office, celebrating the fantastic work of our AEW and the ongoing cultural sharing and connections with all our students. This will stay up for another week. #pride #aboriginalculture #community #alwayswasalwayswillbe Have a relaxing weekend everyone. Ms Wheatley

06.01.2022 This year our school has been selected by the Department of Education to participate in the 4 year External School Review. As a Parent/Carer you are invited to come along on Tuesday 22nd September, anytime between 8.30am - 9.00am to participate in this conversation. Join in the conversation about "What is working well at school?" and "What areas might need work to improve student learning?"... This is a great opportunity to be involved and keep the good things happening at school as well as putting forward your suggestions. The meeting will be informal, please see attached letter for more details.

01.01.2022 Well done to our students for excellent participation in our Cross Country event this afternoon, and for supporting and encouraging each other. A huge thank you to Mr Graham for his organisation of the event, and thank you also to staff manning the checkpoints, Ms Atkinson for the oranges and the enthusiastic crowd - young and less young! We hit all our school values in one afternoon! #pride #respect #resilience #initiative #community