Our vision for New Norfolk High is a respectful learning community with high expectations for ourselves, for others and for the way in which we learn together. Applying our Values to bring this vision to life is The New Norfolk Way.

One of the ways we do this is by focussing on what we can do to increase students access to meaningful future pathways. One example since our last newsletter comes from our Year 11/12 students who took advantage of the opportunity to undergo First Aid training. Not only is does this provide useful life skills in and of itself, it will also provide certification to enhance their resumes.

Another example is the number of Year 10 students engaging with the support of staff to progress their Transition Plans. All Year 10 students are required to complete a Transition Plan by the end of Term 3. Building on the successful Career Expo, almost 20% are already complete. A number of Y10s now have work experience opportunities lined up to give them exposure to employment opportunities they are keen to explore. Others have a new and clear focus for the upcoming Claremont College Taster Day.

Finally, this week we had the commencement meeting for the further building work enabled by our successfully application to the Commonwealth Government’s Schools Upgrade Fund. Further good news from that meeting is that we will be able to leverage the work already underway to upgrade our Year 7 toilets through the State Governments Safer Student Bathroom program, putting us two to three months ahead to complete the further work.

It is wonderful to have a number of improvements in the built environment of the school ahead of us and we will, of course, keep you updated as both of these projects progress.

Stuart Lord

Friday 7^th June

• Statewide Moderation Day (Student Free)

 Monday 10^th June

• King’s birthday public holiday

 Thursday 13^th June

• P4 Values Assembly

 Thursday 20^th June

• NNHS Quiz night

Term Dates

 Term 2: Monday 29^th April – Friday 5^th July

Term 3: Monday 22^nd July – Friday 27^th September

Term 4: Monday 14^th October – Thursday 19^th December

MTSS and MACQLIT at New Norfolk High School

This year we are continuing to implement the Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) at New Norfolk High School, MTSS is a comprehensive approach aimed at improving reading proficiency for all our students. This initiative reflects a whole-of-Department effort to ensure that every student receives the appropriate level of support to succeed academically.

What is MTSS?

MTSS is a framework that provides varying levels of instructional support based on each student’s needs. It consists of three tiers:

1. Tier 1: High-quality classroom instruction and universal screening for all students. This tier ensures that all students have access to effective teaching strategies and resources.
2. Tier 2: Targeted interventions for students who need additional support beyond the universal strategies. This involves small group sessions or specialized programs tailored to address specific learning gaps.
3. Tier 3: Intensive interventions for students with significant learning challenges. These are individualized and more frequent, ensuring that each student can make substantial progress.

MACQLIT at New Norfolk High School

To support our MTSS framework, we are utilizing MACQLIT, an evidence-based program specifically designed to enhance reading skills. MACQLIT stands for Macquarie Literacy, and it provides structured, systematic instruction in key areas such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Why MACQLIT?

• Research-Based: MACQLIT is grounded in extensive research and proven methodologies to support reading development.
• Structured Approach: The program offers a clear, step-by-step approach that ensures students build on their skills systematically.
• Engaging Content: MACQLIT uses engaging materials that are age-appropriate and interesting for high school students, making the learning process enjoyable and effective.

How Does This Benefit Your Child?

By implementing MTSS and MACQLIT, we can:

• Identify and address reading difficulties early.
• Provide targeted support that meets individual student needs.
• Monitor progress regularly to ensure interventions are effective.
• Foster a positive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

We believe that this comprehensive approach will significantly enhance the reading skills of all our students, paving the way for academic success across all subjects. Our dedicated teachers and support staff are committed to delivering the best possible education, and with your support, we can ensure that every student reaches their full potential.

Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education. If you have any questions or would like more information about the MTSS framework or the MACQLIT program, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Ali Walker

Assistant Principal (Teaching and Learning)

Last Tuesday, the 28^th of May, students from the Senior Visual Art Class travelled to Salamanca Art Centre to visit the ArtRage Exhibition. This was an important trip for these Grade 9 and 10s as the exhibition showcases a wide range of artwork made by college students across the state last year. It was an inspiring visit, as it showed our aspiring artists what they could be creating in a year or two!

Afterwards, we wandered over to the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery where students explored the Bond Store, full of taxidermy specimens and Tasmanian history, as well as the Henry Hunter Galleries for a small ‘spot-the-artwork’ challenge.

It was a wonderful day overall, providing students with the opportunity to appreciate and experience a lot of different art!

Ms Harradine

Although it seems like a long time, end of year will be here before we know it! Please expect a letter in the next few weeks outlining the end of year activities for Grade 10 and what students need to do in able to participate in these activities.

Grade 10 jumpers are expected to arrive by the end of term. Students are still required to wear full school uniforms which includes the school jumper or jacket. If students wish to wear something under their school shirts, this needs to be a black or navy long sleeved shirt. Students wearing non-school jumpers, including hoodies, will be asked to change into one of the spare jumpers available at the front office.

English

The term started with an Active English unit where we analysed a range of everyday forms that most people will use in everyday life. These included Vehicle Transfer Forms and Rental Agreement Forms. Students were very interested in the Vehicle Transfer Forms as many students are planning for their Learners and first car. Students compared pre-written cover letters and had an opportunity to write their own to practice the skills they have developed so far.

Beyond Grade 10

Grade 10 students regularly have industry specialists in to discuss career pathways and opportunities. Earlier this term New Norfolk High School hosted a Careers Fair where students had the opportunity to talk with a range of businesses to discuss what a career in that field looked like. Students also managed to collect a large amount of On the 26^th June students will have the opportunity to visit Claremont College for a Taster Day where they will rotate through 5 subjects of their choice to help them decide on subject selection for next year.  

Incat and TAFE Industry Tour

The tour was hosted by Ivan at TMEC, who arranged for the invite only trip to Incat and Tafe. Students started the day in the training room finding out about pathways to employment at Incat. Seriously windy and cold, the kids braved the weather to head down into the massive sheds to look at the production of the boats. After lunch in the van – yep, too windy to be outside! We visited the Bender Drive Tafe Campus which focuses on welding and laser cutting production.

Last week, Year 11-12 students joined Glenora for the P.A.R.T.Y. program (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth) at the Royal Hobart Hospital. This dynamic, interactive injury prevention and health promotion program allowed students to see firsthand some of the tragic consequences of risk-taking behaviour and learn about the choices they can make to avoid trauma and injury. Well done to all the students who participated!

On Friday 24th May, selected students were invited to attend the Interhigh Cross Country event for southern Tasmania. Students were selected from the whole school cross country and colour run the week before. Students ran a 4km course consisting of three laps of the Rosny Golf Course. Participants ran a red-hot race with most of our students finishing in the top 30 athletes across the line. It was a great day for both students and staff, with chilly conditions making it a real cross country experience. It was wonderful to see students show off their sportmanship and support for each other. We are looking forward to seeing this application and attitude continue into other Interhigh events later this year.