Next week brings us to the end of Term 3. It has been an exceptionally busy yet productive term. We are really appreciative of the efforts our whole school community has put in to make it a successful term of learning and growth. We hope those of you who get a break over the term holidays make the most of the opportunity to rest and recharge. We look forward to welcoming students back on Monday 13^th October.

Evidence of Learning

As a part of our reporting and communicating with families this year, we will have an "open" afternoon on Wednesday 24th September 3-6pm. Families will be able to come for a look at their child’s Evidence of Learning. We are wanting this opportunity to be an informal way for your child(ren) to share with you some work they are proud of and also a chance to have an informal chat with their teacher about future learning. This will be a self-guided look at Evidence of Learning through student work samples (bookwork and on devices). Teachers will be in Learning Areas to help direct families but won’t be available to be booked for a period of time like the 3 Way Conferences. Families can request a copy to be sent home at a later time. 

This survey will close on Tuesday September 23^r at 3pm.  Please follow this link to book in: https://forms.office.com/r/T0AAauXHcs

School Satisfaction Survey 2025 – Thank you

Today is the last day to complete our annual School Satisfaction Survey. Thank you to everyone who participated in the School Satisfaction Survey 2025. Your feedback is very important to help inform our school improvement planning and decision-making. The survey will close at midnight on the 18^th September, and schools will receive summaries of the results in Term 4.

Family School Satisfaction Survey 2025

 Professional Learning Day

On Friday 31^st of October, staff will be participating in a professional learning day. This will focus on our Systemwide Priorities, along with planning for end of year learning and activities. Students are not required to attend school on this day.

Making the Most of Opportunities

I am continually amazed by the number of opportunities our students receive at RHS. You would have noticed through our social media communication the different learning opportunities that our students have been engaging in. This has ranged from cooking competitions, writing competitions, maths relays, state sporting teams, work experience programs, and supporting community fundraisers. The way students have embraced these opportunities has been great.

Sign up for FREE: fundraise.abf.org.au/event/the-worlds-coolest-readathon/home

What’s in it for students and staff?

• Instantly go in the draw to win $1,000 cash just for reading!
• Score amazing prizes from generous sponsors
• Receive a Booktopia discount code upon sign-up

This is a wonderful opportunity for students and teachers to:

• Kick start or reignite their love of reading
• Support mental health awareness
• Make a real impact through a fun and meaningful challenge

Join thousands of Aussies in The World's Coolest Readathon — a free national event that inspires more people to read, raises awareness about mental health, and supports a fantastic charity. The Australian Bibliotherapy Association supports the mental health of veterans, first responders and the general community through bibliotherapy.

Since 2021, over 5,000 readers have raised $400,000+ for this great cause. Now it's your school's opportunity to get involved.

Congratulations to Ayden, who has had a busy week of brass playing! Last weekend, Ayden travelled to Hobart to compete at the Tasmanian Band League State Championships with the City of Devonport Brass Band. They performed in the Open Brass section and were awarded first place in their grade. Ayden then backed this up with another first place at the Devonport Eisteddfod in the U18 Brass Ensemble section. Congratulations, Ayden. Keep up the great work!

Inclusiveness Challenge

As part of a grade-wide inclusiveness initiative, students participated in a hands-on problem-solving challenge designed to foster teamwork and creativity. Working in small, diverse teams, students were tasked with designing and constructing a device to protect an egg when thrown from the canteen balcony. The catch? Each team had access to only a limited set of basic materials, encouraging resourcefulness and collaboration.

With much anticipation, all the eggs were thrown off the balcony, with several surviving more than 1 throw. Throughout the activity, students demonstrated impressive problem-solving skills and adaptability, while working well in their teams.

                                    Wood Design 

The year 9 wood design class is currently busy building folding Adirondack chairs, which hopefully will be completed by the end of the term. This is a larger project, and a significant investment has been made in materials with the anticipation of producing an excellent chair, an item to value and appreciate for many years. Included is a selection of photos from the class busily cutting, shaping, fastening, and sanding their projects. Look out for these to be on display at Reece High Schools next RP night.

Last week, all Year 10 students were given the opportunity to practise real-world interview skills, build confidence, and receive valuable feedback in readiness for further education and gaining employment.  Mock interviews were conducted by 6 fabulous members of our community. They made students feel relaxed, building their confidence all while providing them with constructive feedback.