7 August 2009

INFORMATION BULLETIN NO 9 7 August, 2009 P O Box 1261, Devonport 7310.

PH: 6420 8100

Grade 9 A and B Camp 2009 The epic adventure began on the 18th of May, as 9A and 9B headed off to Hobart. On the way we needed a break. We used Campbell Town as the pit stop to feed ourselves. On our arrival in Hobart, we made a pit stop at Cadburys to learn about the history of chocolate and chocolate making. We especially enjoyed the gift shop. On the way to Lea Scout Camp we took a break at the Hobart Aquatic Centre. We enjoyed the facilities that they had to offer, and were amused by people showing their non-professional skills on the diving board. After the excitement of the pool, we travelled to camp and settled into our cabins. That night we played spotlight in the surrounding bushland. A few people found it hard to see and managed to disassemble the camp water supply tank, sending water spurting everywhere. With early rising and morning frost, we found it hard to get down to breakfast. After eating we headed off to Port Arthur to discover our convict history. We enjoyed a boat ride around the waters surrounding Port Arthur. Later in the afternoon, we separated into two groups and went either Laser Tagging or Ice-skating. Ice skating was very popular among the girls and we had great fun falling over on the ice and walked out with wet bums. It was also surprisingly popular with the boys who were a sight to see - their faces showed the embarrassment of their last fall. While laser tag was less popular with the ladies, the new comradeship of teammates was evident after the 3 games. Mures was next on the agenda, with a wide variety of delicacies from fish fingers to chicken nuggets (the only two choices). Ice-cream gets a special mention too, bubble-gum flavour was the best. Afterwards we set off on a journey through the streets of Hobart on the Salamanca Place ghost tour. It was more of a history lesson than a spookfest. On our last day, we visited the Hydro Tasmania “Hands On” centre. We learnt a lot about energy and enjoyed the machine that gave out free Jaffas. Thanks to Hydro Tasmania for providing us with the opportunity to visit them and learn a thing or two along the way. After getting lost and spending a lot on shopping, we were on our way home. Thanks to Hydro Tasmania, Lea Scout Camp and Morses Coaches as well as John our bus driver for helping us to enjoy ourselves and to all the teachers for putting up with us. By Tiarna Swalwell, Lisa McPhee, Monica Corbett and Darcie Piper.

Department of Education

7A & 9 LGFG RSPCA Cupcake Day Two grades are teaming up together, to create new relationships and understand how they can support the wider community as active citizens. 7A and Grade 9 Looking Good and Feeling Great classes are hosting “2009 RSPCA Cupcake Day” on Friday 21st August. Students are working together to provide financial support for this worthy cause. Through cooking, promotion, event planning and donations we hope to make a real contribution but we need you’re help!!!! Did you know that every year the RSPCA investigate over 48,000 cruelty complaints, to help animals that cannot help themselves? To support 7A and 9 LGFG, place a cupcake order, by filling out the form below and returning it with money to your child’s principal teacher. Order will be delivered to your child to be bought home on Friday, 21st August. You can purchase 1 tray of 6 cupcakes for $6.00 or purchase 2 trays of 12 cupcakes for $10.00. Order forms need to be in no later than August 14th -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Cupcake Order Form Quantity (tray)

Amount ($)

. Child’s Name: __________________

Principal Class: ____________________

Signed: _______________________

Date: ____________________

Experience life as an overseas teenager during your summer holidays!

World Education Program (WEP) Australia is in its last round of accepting applications for students to go to Germany, Italy, Spain, France and French-speaking Belgium this summer. Lifelong memories – lifelong friends! Live with a host family, attend an overseas school and make new friends from around the world. ‘Begin your exchange journey with an open mind and heart. Don’t be afraid to leap into a world of unknown; you will be rewarded with more than you thought possible.’ Don’t miss out! Find out more: Request your information pack: Go online www.wep.org.au or call us for the cost of a local call 1300 884 733. Attend WEP’s Open Door Day: 15 August / 12pm – 4pm Meet WEP staff and returned students to talk about your opportunity to discover the world on a student exchange. World Education Program (WEP) Australia is a not-for-profit student exchange organisation registered with the Education Departments 2009 University of Tasmania Open Days: Unlock the future Open Days provide:  a comprehensive course information expo, where you can talk to academic and general staff,  a schedule of undergraduate and postgraduate course overview sessions presented by each of the faculties, as well as general information sessions,  tours of campus facilities throughout the day, and  special guest presenters. Launceston Sunday 16 August, 10am – 3pm Hobart Sunday 23 August, 10am – 3pm Cradle Coast Saturday 29 August, 10am – 2pm Download the Open Day program at www.utas.edu.au/openday information contact the Uni Info Centre on 1300 363 864.

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CALENDAR DATES TO REMEMBER 2009 August 7 10-14 20 24 – 28

Colours Assembly Ski Trip School Social 10D&F – work experience

September 4

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