Oatlands District High School in Oatlands, Tasmania | Primary School

Oatlands District High School

Locality: Oatlands, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6254 1110

Address: Church Street 7120 Oatlands, TAS, Australia

Website: https://oatlandsdistricthigh.education.tas.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Poultry Show Success We had a very successful day showing our birds today, at the Southern Tasmanian Poultry Show. Well done everyone!

24.01.2022 Sporting Schools Congratulations to all Junior School students who were involved in our Sporting Schools program this term. We were lucky enough to have the Hobart Gymnastics Academy visit our school to teach our students new tricks and skills. We would like to thank the trainers at the Academy for your valued time and patience. We look forward to working with you again next year!

24.01.2022 School Photo Day Our whole school photo day will be on Tuesday, 11 August. All orders are to be completed online this year. Please see the information below.

23.01.2022 Used furniture clean out! We have old furniture stored in our bus shed in Albert Terrace, that we no longer need (eg desks, tables, chairs, even a trampoline!) ...On Thursday 20 August it will be in the yard beside the shed. We would like it all gone. There are no prices on items. If you would like to give us a donation for anything we would gladly accept that at the main office. The gate will be open from 10.30am until 4pm. PS bird droppings that are on the furniture are free!

23.01.2022 School Photo Day - family photos The photographers have advised us that siblings who do not attend school, eg. LiL students/toddlers/babies, are not to be brought to school on photo day, to participate in family photos. This is because of the current situation with Covid-19. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, however this is out of our control.

19.01.2022 Softshell Jackets Our softshell jacket order has arrived. Jackets are available for collection from the main office. We have 1 spare in each of the following sizes - 6, 8, 10, Medium and Large, available for purchase.

18.01.2022 Ag Success Congratulations to Porsha Gillott, Matilda Keech, Taylah Moore, Madison Scott and Riley Robson who participated in a project based agricultural experience last night at the Sorell Trade Centre. Their project pitch was awarded most outstanding project for the Southern Region. Well done!

18.01.2022 Hobart City mission "Can Drive" Don't forget our Student Leader and SRC "Can Drive", supporting Hobart City Mission to assist vulnerable families at Christmas time. Please drop donations to either office by Friday 20 November if possible.

18.01.2022 Soft Shell Jacket Order We will be sending a soft shell jacket order next week. If you would like to order please let the main office know by Wednesday 11 November.

18.01.2022 Oatlands School beanies have arrived! Our school beanies are here. They are for sale in the Main Office for $16 each. Just in time for winter!

16.01.2022 Mobile Phone Policy - off and away all day Could parents/carers please remind their children that our Mobile Phone Policy states that: Students from Kindergarten to Year 10 must not use devices from the start of the school day to the end of the school day. This includes recess/lunch times, excursions and other school based activities.... Students must have their phones switched off and appropriately stored in bags or lockers from the start to the end of the school day. Students can also take their device to the office to be stored securely for the day. See more

16.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE RE-OPENING OF THE OATLANDS LIBRARY: The new interim system called Click and Collect, has finally reached Oatlands Library. Starting Monday 15th June, members can order books on the Click and Collect page of the Libraries Tasmania website www.libraries.tas.gov.au. Be sure to pick Oatlands from the drop down list of libraries. You will then receive an email when your books are ready to be collected.... Collection times are Mondays and Wednesdays 3:00-4:45, Fridays 10:00-12:00 and 2:00-4:00. If you are unable to order your own books, please phone me at the library during normal opening hours on 6254 1222, and I will order some books for you. At this stage, the only people who will be allowed in the library will be those who have books ready to collect. No browsing of bookshelves, and no access to computers yet. I will let you know when this is about to start. Computer access will be by bookings only, with time limits, and a strict cleaning regime! Sue Scott

14.01.2022 A reminder that parents and carers are invited to come along to be part of our external school review at 11.30 - 12.00 today in the Textiles Room. This is an opportinity to provide feedback to the panel so we can further improve our school. Come and have your say.

14.01.2022 Are you between the ages of 12 and 16? Do you live in the Southern Midlands? Get your camera ready!!! Oatlands Rural Youth are proud to announce we hav...e partnered with the Southern Midlands Council to create an at home "School Holiday Program" for young people between the ages of 12 and 16! Due to the Covid-19 situation the regular School Holiday Program was unable to run so we have put together a Youth Photo Competition!! Loads of great prizes to be won!! If you have any questions please message our page for details Happy snapping!!!

14.01.2022 School office closing early today, Tuesday 23 June The Oatlands School office will be closing at 3.10 today, for staff Professional Learning. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. For urgent enquiries please ring or text the school mobile, 0419 348 319.

14.01.2022 Campbell Town Show Wool Handling Well done to the wool handling team who competed yesterday at the Campbell Town Show. A huge congratulations to Willow and Jayden who won first place.

14.01.2022 Update - we have a winner! Well done Fletcher Zantuck, he guessed 240 lollies, there were 244 in the container. Guess how many lollies are in the jar - fundraiser We are running a fundraiser for the 3-4 excursions later this week. This would normally be their annual camp. This year, due to Covid, they are participating in 2 excursions instead of a camp.... A lolly jar will be brought around classes tomorrow (Tuesday 24 November). Students will be given the opportunity to guess how many lollies are in it, this will be written down. Guesses cost $1. The jar will then be in the main office until 2.50 Wednesday, guesses can be made there. The person closest to the correct number of lollies will win the jar and contents!

14.01.2022 Year 10 Hoodies and Polos We have good news, our year 10 polos will be here by tomorrow! Hoodies will arrive over the holidays. They will be available for collection once paid for in full. Families can pay the balance of items now if they prefer.

14.01.2022 Due to snow, ice and subsequent road closures Oatlands DHS will be closed today. Stay warm and stay safe.

13.01.2022 Softshell Jacket order We will be placing another softshell jacket order in 2 weeks time, to be back ready for the start of term 3. Please contact the main office if you would like to order. Childrens sizes (4-14) cost $62.00, adult sizes (small to larger sizes) $67.00. A $30 deposit is required prior to the order being sent.... We also have our beanies for sale for $16.00 each, they have been very popular!

13.01.2022 ParaQuad Tasmania visit Welcome back to term 4! Yesterday our year 9/10 students were fortunate enough to participate in a Body Safe Program and Wheelchair Sports in Schools delivered by ParaQuad Tasmania. We would like to thank ParaQuad Tasmania for your visit as students thoroughly enjoyed themselves and also enjoyed learning how to keep safe.

13.01.2022 The Kinder to Year 6 classes participated in National Simultaneous Storytime today, reading Whitney and Britney The Chicken Divas written by Lucinda Gifford at the same time as numerous other schools all over Australia and New Zealand. We were lucky enough to also have 2 of our school chooks come along to the reading wearing all their best bling and glitter. We all enjoyed the book a great deal and did some fun chooky activities after the reading. #NSS2020 #1MillionKidsReading

13.01.2022 Lunch orders for Prep - Year 6 students - Thursday 24 & Friday 25 September Students in Prep-6 will still be able to order their lunch through the canteen tomorrow and Friday. Jo will prepare the lunches and then deliver them to the farm at lunch time. Alternatively, students are of course able to bring a packed lunch both days.

13.01.2022 Due to heavy snow at Woodsdale, the Parattah/Woodsdale bus will be leaving school at 12:45. If your child normally catches this bus could you please contact the school.

12.01.2022 School Colour Fun Run Congratulations to all students who participated in our School Colour Fun Run. It was a great day!

11.01.2022 Duke of Edinburgh Bushwalk Our Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh students have just reached the top of Mount Graham in Freycinet National Park. Well done everyone!

11.01.2022 National Reconciliation Week. 5/6 Isles Piecing the Peace Together

11.01.2022 We are looking forward to welcoming our K-6 students and our 11/12 students back to school tomorrow. To minimise the number of adults in and around our school, please drop your children off in the mornings and collect in the afternoons as quickly as possible, while adhering to physical distancing. We also ask that you do not congregate in the car park. A reminder that our 7-10 students dont return until Tuesday 9 June.

11.01.2022 Campbell Town Show Artwork Our K-6 students entered artwork into the Campbell Town Show. Here is some of their work. Congratulations to our students on excellent efforts!

10.01.2022 Whole School Colour Fun Run Well done to all students who participated in our whole school colour fun run for 2020! Here is a sneak peek of photos from the day.

10.01.2022 Softshell Jacket order We will be ordering student softshell jackets on Monday 31 August. If you would like to purchase any for your child/ren please contact the main office by Monday morning.

07.01.2022 2020 Colour Fun Run Tomorrow we will be holding the School Fun-Run. This year we are excited to announce the return of the COLOUR RUN. Students are encouraged to participate in the Fun-Run by either running or walking to gain points for their house go Lewana and Malani! Students are encouraged to:... Bring a white top for the Fun-Run Bring a towel Bring a change of clothes Bring a hat A sausage sizzle will be available on the day for $2.00. Please find below a program outlining the running of the carnival. Program of Events Year 9/10 Boys 4km Race starts at 12:00pm Year 9/10 Girls 4km Race starts at 12:15pm Year 7/8 Boys 3km Race starts at 12:30pm Year 7/8 Girls 3km Race starts at 12:45pm Year 5/6 Boys 2km Race starts at 1:00pm Year 5/6 Girls 2km Race starts at 1:15pm Year 3/4 Boys 1.6km Race starts at 1:30pm Year 3/4 Girls 1.6km Race starts at 1:45pm Year 1/2 Boys & Girls 400m Race starts at 2:00pm Kinder/Prep Boys & Girls 200m Race starts at 2:15pm

07.01.2022 K-2 Athletics Afternoon - please sign in on arrival Could all visitors to our school this afternoon, for the K-2 Athletics Fun Afternoon, please sign in at either office upon arrival. We apologise for the inconvenience, however it is necessary due to Covid safety requirements.

02.01.2022 Snowy weather this week The weather bureau is forecasting possible snow for tomorrow and Wednesday. If it has been snowing prior to school starting, please listen to ABC radio, or alternatively check our Facebook page or SeeSaw, for updates on possible school closures.

01.01.2022 School Photo Day Tuesday 11 August Our class and individual student photos will be taken from 11:00am on Tuesday. Students are required to be in uniform. This includes either school polo, striped rugby jumper or royal blue jumper/jacket and navy pants/trousers/shorts or basic jeans. They will be asked to take off any outer jackets, including the school navy jacket. Unfortunately, dark coloured clothing does not photograph well and the quality of the photos isnt as good.... Please ensure that your child is in uniform on Tuesday. If this is a problem, we do have a limited amount of striped rugby jumpers for students to borrow for the photos.

01.01.2022 Softshell Jacket order We will be ordering student softshell jackets on Monday 29 June. If you would like to purchase any for your child/ren please contact the main office by Monday morning.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to our team of Year 9 students from ODHS who have won ANSTOs National Science Week Hackathon! Department of Education, Tasmania #nationalscienceweek