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The last couple of weeks have been a busy time at New Norfolk High School.
Our Year 7 and 9 students have completed their NAPLAN assessments. It was great to see the amount of effort and persistence that was displayed by our students. These assessments provide us with a valuable snapshot of student learning. Well done Year 7 & 9 students.
Our community car wash took place at the New Norfolk Tyre Service. We had a fantastic response from the local community that brought their cars into be washed. We ended up raising $290 which will allow us to provide greater learning experiences for our students moving forward. Thank you to everyone who volunteered some of their weekend to make this fundraiser happen.
The team from Terrapin came in to run their ‘Mountain of Voices’ workshops for some of our Year 8 and 9 students. These workshops were an opportunity for the Derwent Valley’s young people to have a voice and present these ideas to local decision makers. This workshop is part of a series of workshops that the Terrapin team will be doing around the state. We would really like to thank Terrapin for coming in to run the sessions and to our guests Mayor Michelle Dracoulis, local politician MLC Craig Farrell and the Interim Commissioner for Children and Young People, Isabelle Compton for listening to our voices.
Our Y11/12s went on a 3-day Outdoor Education camp last week to Roche’s Beach. Whilst on camp they participated in a range of activities including swimming at the beach, geocaching, late night board games and a trip to MONA. Well done to Jess, Linda and Isaac for running such a successful camp.
You may have seen recently the unveiling of the new Tasmania Devils AFL team mascot. Last year the Terrapin Theatre Company based themselves here at New Norfolk High to create this mascot and engaged with some of our students to create the Rum Un character who is described below.
The Tasmania Devils AFL team mascot, Rum Un, is a lively and mischievous character that embodies the fighting spirit of Tasmanian football. Named after an old Tasmanian saying—used to describe someone bold and full of character—Rum Un brings energy and excitement to every game. With his devilish grin and fearless attitude, he rallies fans and players alike, creating an electric atmosphere at matches. More than just a mascot, Rum Un represents the passion, resilience, and determination of Tasmanian footy. Whether leading cheers or engaging with supporters, he’s always ready to fire up the crowd and back the Devils!
We are incredibly proud of the students that played a part in the creation of our state’s mascot and are looking forward to Rum Un representing our state and school on the national stage. Go Devils!
Coming Events
- Graphics excursion to library 9/10 27th March 10.30-1.00
- Assembly 3rd April
- Beacon Trades Excursion 3rd April
- Outdoor Education Excursion 11/12 4th April
- School Photos 7th April
- Career Expo excursion 11/12 8th April
- ANZAC Day assembly 11th April
- Last day of term 11th April
Term Dates
Term 1: Thursday 6th February – Friday 11th April
Term 2: 28th April – 4th July
Term 3: 21st July – 26th September
Term 4: 13th October – 18th December
New Norfolk High School Wellbeing and Belonging
In 2025 at New Norfolk High School (NNHS), we are excited to strengthen our students’ connections and sense of belonging to our school community. In term 1, we have focused on our pink slip rewards for positive behaviour and using Class Dojo to give students points for displaying the school’s values of respect, connection, courage, growth and responsibility. These reward points are tallied, and students are invited to participate in termly VIP days. The more Class Dojo points students earn the greater the VIP activity they are eligible to participate in. Students will be provided with more information about our first VIP Day very soon.
At NNHS, we have priority focus on student support, wellbeing and belonging. To support our students, we have a variety of processes to ensure we work collaboratively to achieve learning and wellbeing outcomes. Our NNHS Student Support and Wellbeing Team meets weekly to implement targeted supports and consists of school social workers, school psychologist, school nurse, grade co-ordinators, APs for student wellbeing and belonging, engagement and attendance and the safeguarding lead. The team works with support and classroom teachers to put these recommended actions are in place.
If you have any concerns or questions related to your child’s learning and or wellbeing, please contact their Home Group teacher or their Grade Co-ordinator.
Lauren Floyd
Wellbeing and Belonging Assistant Principal
Science
What is gravity? Gravity is a force of attraction between two objects and is dependent on mass and distance. Because of this, a person with a mass of 60kg will have a weight of 588N on Earth, but only 96 N on the moon – their mass is the same but the effect of gravity is different.
In Science we have been exploring forces (including gravity) and motion. Over the next few weeks, we will be exploring Newton’s three laws of motion and conducting experiments that involve inertia, acceleration and action & reaction.
Maths
Have you ever tried to paint a room, then ran out of paint on the second coat? Needed to fill a garden bed with soil and didn’t order enough soil? These are two applications of surface area and volume in real life. In Maths, grade 10 students have been doing calculations involving the surface area and volume of basic as well as more complex or composite 3D solids. Their skills in problem solving are improving and their hard work is paying off in their achievements.
Students in the Landscaping and Sustainability Elective are beginning to see the rewards of their efforts.
On March 17 students planted radish seedlings in their recycled green houses made from 2L milk cartons.
Overnight we were amazed to see that they had already begun to sprout and by Thursday were astounded that they had shot up to 7cm.
Many thanks goes to the Arts and Technology team and the radishes will soon make their home in the school garden.
A reminder that orders for Year 10 Polo tops and Jumpers is due to close April 4.
Polo tops are $50
Jumpers are $60
There is no requirement for students to purchase items if they do not wish.
Students can choose to have their first or last name on these items.
Please contact the office if you have any questions or wish to discuss payment.
Transition Plans
Under the Education Act, students are required to remain in education and training until they reach 18 years of age or fulfill a leaving requirement. These leaving requirements include:
- Completing Year 11 and 12, which may involve participation in an Australian school-based apprenticeship.
- Undertaking a full-time VET program at TasTAFE or another Registered Training Organisation.
- Engaging in an apprenticeship or traineeship with an employer.
- Pursuing a combination of these options.
Throughout the year, Year 10 teachers and Miss Cep (Year 11/12 AST) will support Year 10 students in developing and implementing their Transition Plans on Canvas. These plans will encompass information such as students' interests, previous work experiences, and aspirations for the future. During designated MERR time, students will utilise resources such as 'My Future' and 'Careerify' to gain a deeper understanding of their current skills and interests. We eagerly anticipate assisting our students in planning their next steps.
New Norfolk High School is proud to offer a range of courses for Year 11 and 12 students.
Jess Cep (11/12 AST)
11/12 Adventurous Journey Camp: A Trip to Remember!
Our Year 11 and 12 students recently embarked on a practice camp, spending a night exploring the stunning landscapes of Mt Field. Highlights included breathtaking waterfall walks, spotting glow worms after dark, and a delicious stop at Westerway Raspberry Farm! This experience helped prepare students for their Qualifying Outdoor Education camp at Orana in Lauderdale, building their confidence and teamwork skills.
The main camp was packed with adventure, resilience, and teamwork. Students honed their archery skills, explored the coastline on peaceful beach walks, and tested their navigation abilities through geocaching. They also put their resilience to the test by setting up camp, working together to cook meals, and cleaning up afterwards—all while following the Leave No Trace policy to protect the environment.
Beyond the physical challenges, this journey was about connection—late-night board games, shared laughs, and team activities helped students forge meaningful friendships. A visit to MONA added a creative twist to the adventure, rounding out an experience that was as enriching as it was fun.
This camp also marked an important milestone for our Year 11/12 students, helping them complete the Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey component. With this achievement, they are now one step closer to earning 12 extra TCE points by the end of the year.
Well done to all who participated—you should be proud of your efforts!
Jess Cep (11/12 AST)
It is with sadness that I share the passing of Frank, my 14-year-old Mini Schnauzer, on 9 March. Over the past year, Frank became a beloved presence in the Year 11/12 space, offering companionship and much-needed brain breaks for students. He loved coming to school and will be dearly missed by our school community.
In his passing, our students have demonstrated incredible empathy, compassion, and kindness—qualities that reflect their strength of character and important life skills. From sharing fond memories and checking in on others to offering support through heartfelt words and gestures, they have shown what it truly means to be part of a caring community. The flowers, kind words, and thoughtful reflections on Frank’s impact have been deeply appreciated.
Thank you to everyone who has reached out—it is a testament to the special place Frank held in our hearts and the incredible young people we have in our school.
