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FROM THE PRINCIPAL Welcome back after the holidays and I hope everyone was able to enjoy the last hurrah of warm summer weather! The Awards Evening held near the end of last term was a memorable night with an entertaining address by former student, Joel Zika. Joel is currently based in Melbourne and working as a digital artist and virtual reality creator, and lecturing at Deakin University. His entertaining and inspiring speech encouraged students to pursue their passions and look for opportunities to combine their interests with career choices. Congratulations to the 230 students who were recognised on stage for their academic, sporting and cultural achievements in 2018. Highlights included acknowledging the 35 students who achieved a Tertiary Entrance Score of 100 or above, the 83 students who achieved a Perfect Score in their pre-tertiary subject, and the 15 students who were awarded a range of University of Tasmania Scholarships for 2019. Over the last 8 years we have seen a steady improvement in the percentage of students gaining their Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE). Research shows that completing Year 12 with a meaningful qualification leads to better employment outcomes, increased life expectancy and greater life satisfaction. Regular attendance and completion of work for all subjects in both Years 11 and 12 is crucial to achieving that goal. It is nearly impossible to achieve an assessment in a subject if students do not attend regularly and it is also very difficult to catch up on an extra subject in Year 12 to attain the required participation points for the TCE. Home Group teachers are currently reviewing the progress of all students to ensure they are on track to achieve their TCE at the end of this year. Parents and carers can support us in this by encouraging your young person to commit to their studies this year, attend all classes and take advantage of the tutorial programs on offer.The AGM of the School Association was held on 12 March and the results of the elections for the Committee were as follows:

Chairperson John GibsonDeputy Chairperson Randolf WierengaSecretary Neesha-Marie HartogCommittee Members Laura Blake, Karen Tantari, Maree Bakker, Gina Hurn and Suzanne WestStaff Members John Mainsbridge and Peter Hicks

We had a good turnout for our first meeting and I look forward to working with the new Committee this year. I hope you will enjoy reading about the many achievements of students and staff to date and I hope to see you all at the Parent Teacher Evening on Tuesday 28 May and at one of the performances of our musical for this year, Singin’ in the Rain. Tracy Siedler, Principal

As part of our continuous school improvement we will be involved in an external school review. The purpose is to support schools to raise achievement, sustain high performance and provide quality assurance to build public confidence in government schools. All government schools will be externally reviewed every four years. The focus of the review is to evaluate school performance. The review panel consists of a Review Chair and at least one trained review principal. The review for Hobart College will be from 21 - 23 May. We will find out the aspects of the school’s improvement that have been verified through the review processes as well as the improvements that we need to make in the future. During the external school review some students, parents/carers, School Association members and staff will be asked to provide information to the review panel. This will include individual interviews, group discussions (with students, staff, parents/carers and School Association) and visits into classrooms. We appreciate your support in helping us with this external school review process.

UPCOMING EXTERNAL SCHOOL REVIEW

150 YEARS WORTH CELEBRATINGThis year marks 150 years of Tasmanian public education which has been providing children with the best start in life. It is being celebrated with a series of events promoting the achievements and significance of public education in Tasmania, with the theme of ‘then, now and beyond’. Late in 2018, a small yet diverse group ofnominated Ambassadors became the faces of the 12 month celebration. Two of the Ambassadors are Bryher McKeown, Year 12 student and Hobart College alumnus, Ayame Ochi. Throughout this year they will be sharing their stories of school life and promoting the contribution public education has made to the Tasmanian community. Check out our Facebook page to find out more about Ayami’s journey in education.

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INTERNATIONAL FOOD FAIR FUN!

The annual Term 1 Food Fair is one of the great traditions of the College with an amazing display of community spirit and great food. We welcomed back members of the Chinese Buddhist community and former students Edgar, Richard and Curtis who wowed the crowd with their impressive, high energy Lion Dance. The sugar hits were high and there was something on offer for every picky palate. 46 stalls sold a range of gourmet delights including waffles, chocolate treats, spiders, sweet potato tacos, chicken tandoori, Hommie con carne, ‘cold rock’ icecreams, kids’ party food, garlic breads, homemade sausage rolls, empanadas, popcorn varieties, BBQ, liquid nitrogen frozen fruits, homemade pizzas, milkshakes, pappadums, homemade cakes, Brazilian candies, Korean rice cups, and mini cheesecakes. Shelley’s traditional delicious dumplings proved to be another popular seller, and we welcomed some ‘new kids on the block’ this year: eye catching picnic packages, fantastic freeze-dried flowers, and the Jelly Off Eating Competition which was a central ‘Red Square’ crowd drawcard. Compostables replaced all plastics this year and there were more recycling bins and compost containers for food scraps. The Student Environment Team ran a crockery/cutlery cleaning station where they washed up the returns. This year’s Food Fair made a whopping $2496 profit! Proceeds are traditionally donated to the charity of choice of the HG that made the most profit (HG5 milkshakes) and the HG that had the best theme/dress (HG38 jelly competition). A special thank you to Anna Smee in her inaugural role as Food Fair Organiser and Motivator. Well done to everyone who was involved in planning, preparing, selling, buying, eating and cleaning up.

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AWARDS EVENING FOR OUR 2018 ACHIEVERS

Principal’s Award winners for achieving a TE score over 100.

HV Biggins Exhibition for Year 11 DuxOld Hobartian Association Prizes for Scholarship,

Sportsmanship & Character (Year 11 Girls)Old Hobartian Association Prizes for Scholarship,

Sportsmanship & Character (Year 11 Boys)Old Hobartian Association Prizes for Scholarship,

Sportsmanship & Character (Year 12 Girls)Old Hobartian Association Prizes for Scholarship,

Sportsmanship & Character (Year 12 Boys)Old Hobartian Centenary UTAS Scholarships

The Tall Foundation Tasmania University ScholarshipRoger and Maxeme Tall Scholarship

Rotary Club of Salamanca Scholarship Prize

ADF Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Award (Year 12)Caltex Award for Best All-Rounder

Sue Farquhar Photography PrizeIain MacDonald Prize for Art

GE Morris Prize for MusicPerforming Arts Prize

Oliver Wilson English PrizePF Davidson History Prize

Wayne Sutton Geography and the Environment PrizeOld Hobartian Association Gerlach Memorial Prize

Year 11 English & HumanitiesOld Hobartian Association Gerlach Prize

Year 11 Science & MathematicsRex Wilson Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

Aboriginal Support Program Academic AwardEnvironmental Champion Award

Minister for Education and Training Respectful Student AwardO’Shannessey Award for Service to the College

Heidi Chan International Fellowship AwardOustanding Achievement Award for International Students

Alcorso Foundation Humanitarian Entrant Education AwardTASC Awards for Outstanding Academic Achievement

TASC Award for Outstanding Achievement in VET:Certifi cate III in Health Services Assistance

Certifi cate III in MusicCertifi cate II in Sport and Recreation

Thank you to our generous sponsorsElise Archer MP, Scott Bacon MP, Senator Catryna Bilyk, Senator Carol Brown, Cassy O’Connor MP, Jeremy Rockliff MP, Senator Lisa Singh, Rob Valentine MLC, Andrew Wilkie MP, Jim Wilkinson MLC, Artery, D & W Electrical, The Carpet Company, General & Window Cleaning, Hobart Bookshop, Kingborough Glazing, NewPrint, Offi ceMax, Plumbing by Stuart Florence, Signrite, The Fuji Xerox Business Centre, Young’s Decorating, PH Mitchell Trust, Old Hobartian Association, Caltex Australia, The Tall Foundation (Roger and Maxeme Tall), Rotary Club of Salamanca, Australian Defence Forces, Alcorso Foundation.

PH Mitchell Prize for Dux of Hobart College

Georgina Newton, Thomas Little, Kieren Black, James Parkyn, Charles Howcroft, Dominic Winter, Hugh McKay, Jack Waller, Mark Stack, Amy Osborn, Stella Lees, Gabriel Deayton, Venus Palmer Bock, Bailey Slyp,

Samuel Watson, May Adams, Hugh Johnston, Kin Ming Kung, Willow Culbert, Matthew French, John Tope, Charlie Maxwell, Mitchell Lukic, Miles Kahles, Georgie Carter, Ming Yuan Liu, Megan Boot,

Eilish Bremner-Wojtowicz, Desmond Marcenko, Zachary Sabapathy, Mylie Alexander, Chloe Meffre, Theodore Goodwolf, Nicola Fox, Hannah Parish

Principal’s Awards for Academic Excellence Year 12Georgina Newton

Marcus ReesLilith Cole, Talia Hawkes

William Boyce, Barney Russell

Georgie Carter, Hannah Parish, Ruby Smee

Kieren Black, Matthew French, Hugh McKay, John Tope

Venus Palmer Bock, Bailey SlypReuben DunneEleanor Clark, Bryher McKeown, Barney Russell, Kerry Shilcock, Thomas VerneCharles Howcroft, Tasman Hughes, Desmond MarcenkoPascal GeeAmy OsbornLilith PearceHugh JohnstonAvon BlazelyLucinda WagnerDesmond MarcenkoWillow CulbertAngela Storey

Bryher McKeown

Marcus ReesStella Lees, Gabriel Deayton, Jack Waller, Samuel Watson, Dominic WinterWillow CulbertNicola Fox, Marlee HurnLaella O’NeillSarah Dengel, Kin Ming KungJiping WangKin Ming KungAli AmiriKieren Black, Thomas Little, Georgina Newton, James Parkyn

Madison Hill, Sophie Jenkins, Isaac Thomas-HendersonRodney CarverHannah Steinhauser

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More than 300 people joined our 2018 award winners to celebrate their achievements at the Hobart College Awards Evening held on 14 March in the Mount Nelson Theatre. Former alumnus and now internationally renowned multimedia artist Joel Zika gave the inspiring keynote address and encouraged our award recipients to reach their potential by never settling for mediocrity. Former Taroona High School student Georgina Newton was named Dux of Hobart College. She studied Maths Specialised, Geography, Economics and Philosophy in Year 12. Joel Zika with 2018 Dux Georgina Newton

and Tracy Siedler

Past Kingston High School award winners with Principal Dr Elizabeth Robinson

Past Taroona High School award winners with Principal Matthew Bennell

Willow CulbertReuben Dunn Laella O’Neill

Samridhi Singh & Sejal Singh with Jan Butler

Marcus Rees 2018Year 11 Dux

Thomas Little Madison HillSophie Jenkins

Hannah SteinhauserRodney Carver

Award Recipients Barney Russell & Bryher McKeown

Roger (left) and Maxeme Tall (right) with the Tall Foundation Scholars

Past Huonville High School award winners with Principal Geoff Williamson

Ali Amiri, Alcorso Foundation recipient

The alumni of 2018 were once again a very high achieving year group. A remarkable 15 students were named in the State’s top 100, with 35 achieving a Tertiary Entrance Score of 100 or above. Well done to everyone involved in these amazing accomplishments!

OHA Prize & Principal’s Awards recipients

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HOBART COLLEGE CLEANS UP AUSTRALIA

The 2019 southern Tasmanian Youth Climate Change Conference was held at the Sustainability Learning Centre in March. The Conference is the brainchild of Toby Thorp, a Department of Education Student Ambassador. The conference had a very positive vibe especially when observing the engagement of the students in the mentoring and planning sessions. A great Welcome to Country was given by Linton Burgess from Parks and Wildlife Services. Special guests were:• Youth Climate Change Advocate, Melati Wijsen from Bali’s Green School, who facilitated a plastic bag-free Bali;• Costa Georgiadis, Sustainability Champion from ABC’s Gardening Australia; and• Laura Sykes, Leader of the Australian Youth Climate Coalition. Participating students with their teachers and environmental mentors developed a plan of action to bring about change in their schools and/or local communities. All participants will have the chance to share their progress and outcomes at the next part of the Conference to be held on 16 September; the exciting news is that Costa was so inspired by the recent event in Hobart he has agreed to be MC for the next event at the Sustainability Learning Centre!Another very positive outcome is that students from Hobart College, Rosny College and Elizabeth College have formed a collective Climate Change Advocacy Group. Watch this space to hear about their plans!

The annual Clean Up Australia Day at Hobart College was held on 6 March during our Home Group program. Many of the Home Groups ‘mucked in’ to clean up the rubbish around the campus and in the bushland beyond. The good news is that the skip bin’s contents was substantially lower than previous years. Particularly noteworthy was the lack of furniture, so the dumping has almost stopped since our maintenance staff put chains across the tracks to discourage locals driving onto campus and dumping out of sight. Students were concerned about the number of cigarette butts found around the campus in addition to numerous cans and bottles. The craziest thing found this year was a truck cab door.Despite the cold and blustery weather conditions on the day participants enjoyed a well-earned icy-pole for their efforts. A big thanks to the SET (Student Environment Team) for coordinating the clean-up packs, and briefing and leading the 25 participating Home Groups. A huge thank you to Veolia who supplied the skip bin free of charge, and to the other staff and students of Hobart College who were involved in the clean-up. Great work, team!

2019 TASMANIAN YOUTH CLIMATE CONFERENCE

Pictured left: Conference attendees with Costa Georgiadis

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UP FOR DEBATE

CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTIONRebecca Roberts and Tasmin Chilcott were among 120 students from around Australia who travelled to Canberra in March to participate in the 24th National Schools Constitutional Convention. With an avid interest in the legal system, Rebecca and Tasmin addressed the question “Does the Australian Constitution need a new preamble?” and were two of the five students chosen to represent Tasmania. After hearing from a panel of experts and considering the issues in working groups, the delegates proposed a constitutional preamble for Australia and then voted in a mock referendum. This was included in the Communiqué

Hobart College Debaters are up and talking with three debates already completed. The two teams have acquitted themselves very well with both teams defeating their opponents in the Environment round on March 20. In the Taxation round on April 3 HC2 narrowly lost to Collegiate 1 arguing against the proposition “That we should abolish the GST”, while HC1 defeated EC2 arguing against the notion “That women should not pay tax.” With the Activism and Law rounds this month, there is plenty more argument to come. Spectators are very welcome and a list of fixtures can be found online at https://tdu.org.au/season/85

Back row L to R: Imogen Viner, Ruby Weaver-Burns, Tessa Harkin, Piper O’Grady, Paul Bobenhausen. Front L to R: Tasmin Chilcott, Bryher McKeown, Barney Russell, Ella Lord.

The event culminated in a session at Government House. Highlights included learning about the powers of the UN and the general assembly. Paul remarked that he found it very beneficial to link this with what he is currently studying in Modern History. Tess, Paul and Bryher encourage students to be aware of current political issues and learn how to clearly share your opinion – perhaps the most important skill you’ll ever learn! Congratulations also go to Bryher who has been selected in the Tasmanian team to compete in the National Championships later this year. Watch this space for the outcome and good luck, Bryher!

which will be presented to the Senate for inclusion in Hansard. Rebecca and Tasmin had a great time conversing with other state representatives and particularly enjoyed the re-enactment of theCommonwealth v Tasmania case they participated in on the last day. The whole experience was an invaluable supplement to the topics in their Legal Studies 3 class, stating that “understanding our constitution and how to change it is the fundamental way to hold politicians accountable to create lasting change.” Highlights included a meeting with politicians at Parliament House and a formal dinner at the High Court of Australia. Melissa Breen, Lifeline Canberra Ambassador and two-time Olympic athlete, was the guest speaker at the dinner (although it was a disappointment for the students to find out that the famous scene in the cult Australian movie The Castle wasn’t actually filmed inside the High Court!)What a wonderful opportunity to be involved in this important civics and citizenship event. Both girls highly recommend it to any Year 11 student who is interested in politics or law to consider applying to attend next year.

Debating club members Tess Harkin, Paul Bobenhausen and Bryher McKeown also represented the College at the UN Youth State Conference in March at Roches Beach with workshops held at the University of Tasmania.

Paul Bobenhausen with Miranda Bennett (from EC)

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SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN MUSICAL

L to R: Judge’s Choice recipients Tiana Lempoto, Alice Cooley and Edie Kirkcadie with Lawrence Ellis, runner up.

The annual Bunnies & Flowers show is a wonderful Hobart College tradition that gives students and staff an opportunity to re-invent Albrecht Durer’s 16th century ‘Young Hare’ in their own visual language. This year was a bumper warren of wabbits with a staggering 134 entries. The clear winner, with most number of votes was Alex Geeves, while the runner-up was Lawrence Ellis. The standard and variety was exemplary generating the unprecedented need to award three ‘Judge’s Choice’ Awards this year to artists Edie Kirkcadie, Tiana Lempoto and Alice Cooley.

BUNNIES ART COMPETITION

Alex Geeves, winner of the Bunnies Art Competition

The final week of Term 1 saw the Theatre Performance 3 and Drama 3 classes staging their first productions of the year. The Drama 3 class started the week with performances of Are You Still Here?, a story about what it means to be Tasmanian and the struggles faced by young Tasmanians torn between leaving and staying. The Theatre Performance class followed up with Love and Information by Caryl Churchill, which explores the different ways in which people ‘love’ and the ways we produce and consume information. The students created emotionally engaging performances and showed the strength of their developing ensembles. Thank you to all those who came to watch these wonderful performances. The Theatre Performance class will also be producing a public production in Term 4 as part of their external assessment.

THEATRE PERFORMANCESThe production students have been hard at work rehearsing for our 2019 show, Singin’ in the Rain to make sure that this year’s production is as fun and engaging as always! During the holidays construction began on the bandstand and set, thanks to the hard work of Lyndon Bounday and Karl Sanger. Director Jeff Michel and choreographers Charlea Edwards and Angela Barnard have been busy blocking out dynamic scenes and dances for the cast, staying true to the classic film whilst adding some modern twists. Amanda Hodder has guided the vocal rehearsals, working through the many well-known songs like “Good Morning” and, of course, “Singin’ in the Rain”. The performers will be supported by our fabulous Hobart College musicians under Simon Cawthorn’s musical direction and this year the entire band will be onstage to share the limelight! Singin’ in the Rain will be another spectacular, high energy production suitable for all ages, and it is guaranteed to make you want to join in and sing! We look forward to the usual support from the College community during the show season which is running from 30 May to 8 June. Bookings are online atwww.singinintherainhc.com.au

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PERFORMING ARTS

Performers in Love and Information The House Band at the ‘Love Living Locally’ market in April

ANZAC DAY PRESENTATIONANZAC Day on April 25 is an opportunity for our broader community to acknowledge and reflect on the sacrifice that has been made on our behalf. Thousands gathered at the Cenotaph to pay their respects at the Dawn Service. Our own Amy Rahmanovic, Year 12 student was one of the speech makers at the ceremony. She clearly articulated empathy for not just the veterans, but also the families who are impacted by the events of war with these words: “As we look back at our past with tears in our eyes and feelings of gratitude and pride in our hearts, we must never forget our responsibility as the emerging generations.” We thank Amy for her willingness to represent our College and the heartfelt manner in which she delivered her address.

Amy Rahmanovic, above left. Photograph courtesy of The Mercury

With the Federal election looming, we recently had a Q&A-style forum to inform students about the importance of voting and to hear about the policies of the various parties. This was thanks to the hard work and persistence of Layne Kullritch who spear-headed the forum. Layne contacted the Education Minister, Jeremey Rockcliff, to gain approval for the event and invited the candidates for the electorate of Clark. We were pleased to welcome Amanda-Sue Markham (Liberals), Juniper Shaw (Greens) and Andrew Wilkie (Independent). Each candidate was

POLLIES DEBATE

given two minutes to speak to the questions from the floor, prepared by students who wanted to know the political perspectives on climate action, health, education, housing affordability and the democratic process. The answers provided current and future voters with insights on the policies and ideological differences as well as the similarities between the candidates. We would like to sincerely thank the candidates who generously gave their time. Well done to our own Ellen Rees, English teacher, who superbly undertook the role of MC for this event, channelling her inner Tony Jones.

Above and below: performers at the Performing Arts Showcase

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On Thursday 28 March, Sharon Lai, an economist from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), presented some of the RBA’s work in how they use monetary policy to stabilise our economy. About 80 students from Hobart College, Guilford Young College, Collegiate, Hutchins, Fahan and Elizabeth College learned how data and graphs tell a very important story about economic conditions in our country and further afield. Students asked insightful questions about a range of topics affecting the economy. They were surprised to learn that Australian’s household consumption contributes about 60% to the nation’s GDP, and that low and stable inflation provides certainty amongst consumers and preserves the value of our currency. If you’d like to find out more about these topics, check out the RBA’s new and improved website that contains lots of links to inflation calculators, economic data and more!

RBA ECONOMIST VISITS HC

After widespread success last year, the Science/Maths Learning Areas are continuing their ‘Careers in STEM’ guest speaker series this year. The aim is to expose students to the wide range of careers available in the STEM fields. Speakers will be visiting the College to talk to students about their current roles, their career pathway and the range of subjects they studied which lead them to the places of work and opportunity they are in today. The sessions are optional for any interested student, they are held during Home Group on Wednesdays and last about half an hour with time for questions.

STEM TALKS IN SCIENCE

Claire Davis, Civil Engineering student at University of Tasmania

Jo Whittaker, Marine Geophysicist

Veronica Tamsitt, Oceanographer

We’ve had three speakers so far this year and the sessions have been very well attended. Jo Whittaker, a Marine Geophysicist and Associate Professor at University of Tasmania, talked about the role of the Southern Ocean on climate and the pathway she took via industry to end up in research. Veronica Tamsitt, an early career (post-PhD) Oceanographer working with CSIRO in Hobart, talked about her experiences studying in the USA, her love of going to sea and how she uses maths and science concepts studied at school in her work. Claire Davis, a civil engineering student in her final year at University of Tasmania, shared her love of project and group work in studying engineering, the different aspects of engineering, the job prospects and how university is different from school.Keep an eye out on the Daily Information Sheet for the dates of the next guest speaker, or speak with one of the Science staff for more information.

UTAS YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM The Tasmanian Youth Science Forum is a program for Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in science, engineering and technology. Zoe Campbell, Jack Norris, Alec Trout, Sophie Janes, Kimia Kiani-Pouya and Gyuri (Taylor) Kim were six Hobart College students who, along with other students from around Tasmania, spent three days during the Easter break at the University of Tasmania taking part in a variety of workshops with University researchers and students. The Forum offers an insider’s perspective on university life and an opportunity to discuss future course options with key people. Students were able to connect study with future careers, experience real life research projects and visit leading research institutes and laboratories. Highlights included visits to the Menzies Centre, IMAS, the Mount Pleasant Observatory and Uni Farm in Cambridge, as well as Jane Franklin Hall and city university accommodation. These students highly recommend the Forum to anyone interested in finding out more about university life and the courses on offer.

L-R:Kimia Kiani-Pouya, Zoe Campbell, Jack Norris and Gyuri (Taylor) Kim

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STUDENT LEADERS MOTIVATED TO INTERACT, INSPIRE & ACT!Brian Yeoman (alumnus) and Varu from ‘Interact in Schools’ are working with our Student Leaders to kick start their thinking about projects that inspire and assist people in the community. Interact work with community groups to enable grassroots collaboration on things like sustainability, homelessness and education. Student Leaders formed groups to brainstorm potential project ideas. These included increasing interactions between international and local students through an organised party or camping event; raising money for scholarships for financially challenged people to attend school/uni using a ‘Step up’ comedy show or open mic event; and organising a sustainable fashion show. From this initial brainstorming session, students will work collaboratively towards implementing the agreed project in our community under the guidance of Varu, Brian and Interact. Stay tuned for the next instalment to find out how the group is going. Well done, Student Leaders!

In March, Computer Graphics & Design students participated in the Great Duck Project to help set the record for the world’s largest 3D printed duck which was presented at the Maker Faire in Westport, USA in April. The project takes 476 individual 3D pieces that are crowd-sourced from people worldwide who then send them to the USA for assembly, a bit like a giant 3D

THE GREAT DUCK PROJECT

jigsaw puzzle. Our students were ready to use the College’s 3D printer to print two of the pieces, but unfortunately it broke

ROBOT SUMO WRESTLINGIt was a battle to the end between our two Engineering Design classes on the final Friday of Term 1. Seven teams competed in the inaugural Hobart College Robot Sumo competition with Greg the Destroyer Mk2 taking out first place. Students had a week to design, build, and program a robot that would be capable of defeating the opposition in a duel by pushing it off the field. All teams did a fabulous job building robots that balanced strength with agility. The competition was the culmination of a term’s work that allowed students to apply their skills and knowledge of the Engineering Design process and LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robotics.

A CREATIVE SPACE FOR WRITERS IN D BLOCK COURTYARDStudents are enjoying the new-look D Block courtyard which has been revamped with synthetic grass, bean bags and picnic tables. It’s a great space to unwind with friends over lunch, expand your skills as you debate a topic, or enjoy some fresh air and allow the creative juices to flow while composing a piece of poetry or creative writing. If you haven’t yet seen the new space, head to D Block to check it out!

down and could not be repaired in time for the deadline. Luckily, Rose Bay High School could take over printing the duck pieces to ship to the USA. The image of the group you see above was created by compositing a digital photograph and a 3D scene using Cinema 4D. If you have something to be 3D printed, get in touch with any of the Computer Graphics & Design Foundation students or talk to their teacher, Jan Seiler.

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SWISS VISITORS DEPART

Back row L-R :Paul-Antoine Croux, Max Penta, Alexandre LevievFront row L-R: Anissa Ballaman, Jonas Troeltsch, Julie Berney

Six adventurous Swiss students arrived in July 2018 at the start of their Grade 11 year. Since then, Paul-Antoine, Anissa, Julie, Alexandre, Max and Jonas have attended classes and participated in various aspects of college life, as well as dedicating a great deal of time to completing a compulsory research paper. This 7000 word project is undertaken and written in English and counts towards the students’ Swiss International Baccalaureate. They also present their research to a small audience towards the end of term. The students have been a pleasure to host, teach and mentor and everyone at Hobart College wishes them all the best for their return home. We hope that someday they will return to Tasmania which has been their second home for a year, and that the bonds of friendship will remain part of their lives forever.

BRAZIL BECKONS THEM HOMESeven students from Pernambuco in Brazil have been studying at the college this year. With their outgoing and friendly personalities, Lucas, Mel, Larissa, Nicole, Pedro, Moesio and Marianna have immersed themselves in the life of the college, sharing their different life experiences. They commented that the opportunity to get to know and speak with native-speakers of English has been invaluable and they enjoyed the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects that are not available in Brazil. We will be sad to see them go in July and hope they take good memories home with them.

INTERNATIONAL FLAVOUR RITSUMEIKAN VISIT

Every year, a group of Japanese students from Ritsumeikan High School visit Hobart College. This year, a group of 40 students and 2 teachers were at the college from March 7 to 13. As science students, the main purpose of their trip was to research environmental issues in Tasmania and compare them to Japan. After gathering some information at Cradle Mountain they arrived at the College and participated in Environmental Science lessons offered at the Marine Discovery Centre in Woodbridge as well as at the Sustainability Learning Centre at Hobart College. They spent the remaining time preparing a presentation based on their research, all in English! Their trip was a great success and we look forward to having them visit again next year.

Hobart College’s Certificate II Children Services class welcomes you and your children (infants—

pre-school age) to join us! We provide thoughtfully planned

play-based learning environments. Children can engage in reading, singing, painting, pretend play,

construction and nature play in indoor and outdoor play environments.

Playgroup is from 10.30 to 12 noon on the following Tuesdays:

7 May, 14 May, 21 May, 28 May, 1 July in Room D111 in D Block

To book, contact Katrina Mason, Teacher. Mobile: 0437189798 Email: katrina.mason@tastafe.tas.edu.au

&PLAY LEARN

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HOBART COLLEGE SAILING AWAY

ORIENTEERING OUT AND ABOUT

The Schools Teams Racing series is a fantastic event organised by Sailing Australia. Held at the Sandy Bay Sailing Club during Term 1 and 4, it is a great way for students to be introduced to the sport of dinghy sailing. Teams race in Pacer Dinghies and pair experienced dinghy sailors with less experienced ones so they can learn about boat handling, racing tactics and rules of sailing. During Term 1 the HC Team (pictured above) competed on Tuesday evenings against schools including Taroona High, Friends, St Virgils, Calvin and Collegiate. The series was one of mixed weather conditions with extremely light to very heavy winds and the cancellation of two rounds. Our team performed very well and really improved over the course of the series focussing on team work and timing at the start of races. Well done to all of the sailors involved.

Orienteering Tasmania held their twilight event in the Hobart College surrounds in March and nine College students participated). As well as the mental challenge and obvious fitness benefits, orienteering includes plenty of problem solving, teamwork and friendly competition. We hope to extend our liaison with Orienteering Tasmania and make this an annual event. For more information about orienteering, please speak with Sue Hancock.Congratulations go to Thomas Poortenaar who won the Open Boys Division at the State Schools Orienteering Championships in April. Well done, Tom!

ROWER DOES US PROUD!Amy Bain (right) has been a busy rower over the past months and has performed impressively in a number of regattas including second in the Single Scull Final at the Schools Championship Regatta in March and competing at the National Rowing Regatta and National Schools Pathways Eights Regatta in April this year.Well done, Amy!L to R: Imogen Viner, Grace Holligan (Captain), Nina Daos Kadati,

Bea Thurstan-Regan, Alastair Garner and Daniel Matzolic. Absent: Jools Morgan

CLIMBING CAPABILITIESElla Lord (right) is up above it all, after having recently competed in the Paddy Pallin Tasmanian State Lead Titles at Rock It Climbing Centre. Ella finished 1st in the Youth A Division and 3rd in the Open A Division (but 2nd in Tasmania, as the woman who came first is not an Australian citizen). Well done, Ella!

STATE REPRESENTATIVES

Congratulations to Will Boyce and Ewan Vickery (above) who represented our great state in the recent National U18 Hockey Championships in April. Ewan was the Vice Captain of that team. He also made the 2019 Australian Futures Squad - the “Futuroos” - with Hockey Australia, an amazing feat given only 30 players were chosen out of ten teams nationwide! Perhaps we’ll see Ewan representing Australia at the next Olympics? Go Ewan!

GOLF, ANYONE?Congratulations to Oscar Burrell (pictured left) whose golfing talents have taken him to the Tasmanian Junior Masters Golf Championships. He was also selected in the state team that played at the 2019 Australian Junior Interstate Series in Queensland in April. Fore!

Congratulations to Claire Green (pictured right) who is refereeing in the National Premier League Tasmania, the top tier for association football (soccer) in the state. Amazing effort, Claire!

REMARKABLE REFEREE

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TRANSITION PROGRAM UPDATEWe regularly speak with our associated high school Grade 10 students about college life and unpack the various acronyms like TASC, TCE and ATAR that students need to know when entering Year 11 and 12. Recently, ex-KHS students Jack Harris Year 11, and Meg Bradshaw Year 12, visited KHS and ex-THS student Tilly Manson Year 12, visited THS and shared their perspectives on college life. On-campus visits at College were done by students from Woodbridge School and Dover High School. We look forward to welcoming all Grade 10 students to the campus for the annual Taste of College Day on Thursday 20 June where they can familiarise themselves with the campus, find out about college life, ‘taste’ a range of sessions and get excited about Year 11/12.At the end of Term 1 all associated high school Grade 10 students were given a booklet to share with their parents/carers about the Taste of College Day and the sessions on offer. Students need to complete their selections ONLINE. Login details and instructions to access subject selections were sent to every student’s Department of Education email account. Any questions, please see your Grade 10 coordinator. Parents/carers wishing to find out more about Hobart College and the enrolment processes for 2020 are invited to attend the Hobart College Information Evening on Tuesday 30 July at 7.00pm in the Main Theatre. For more information see our College website or phone the College Office on 6220 3133.

Above: Woodbridge students visit the College

Above: Ex-KHS students present to the Grade 10 assembly

Above: Grade 10 students from Dover High visit the College

On Thursday 11 April the VET Certificate 2 in Tourism class wrapped up a fantastic term with a visit to the Hobart Visitor Centre. They talked with manager Emily Hopwood to find out how this little tourist information service meets, greets and helps 280,000 tourists a year! The class then toured the popular tourist destination Brooke St Pier, followed by a tour of Drysdale House led by the Certificate 3 in Tourism students. The excursion culminated at the Drysdale Restaurant for a beautiful two course lunch – a delicious way to end a successful term!

The VET Certificate 2 in Tourism class had the privilege of having Ken Stronach from Tahune Adventures visit as part of learning about the local Tasmanian tourism industry. Ken brought a wealth of experience to the classroom having been in the tourism industry for more than 35 years. Ken is currently the manager of the Forestry Tasmania enterprise Tahune Forest Airwalk which he has rebranded to Tahune Adventures. He has been

VET TOURISM CLASS ENJOY TOUR AND TAHUNE GUEST SPEAKER

building this business back up from 60,000 visitors in 2012 when he took over the lease. This year he was on track to achieving 90,000 visitors until the devastating Huon fires hit in January. It is hoped the Tourism class can visit sometime in the future and help Ken to clean up this important iconic tourism attraction and get first-hand tourism experience partnering with our business and cultural community.

KNITTING GROUP INVITATIONAll welcome - even if you can’t knit - we can show you how!

Meet at lunchtime in the library, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. You can bring your own project or help us to make blankets for refugees.

See Kaye or Kimbra in the Library for more details.

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EXAMINATION TIMETABLE - MID-YEAR ASSESSMENT PERIOD

Where: Mostly in E Block (check E Block entrance board for rooms and other block venues)

When: Friday June 21 – Friday June 28Morning exams begin at 9.00am; be there at 8.50amAfternoon exams begin at 1:00pm; be there at 12.50pm

What else: Bags are NOT permitted in exam rooms. Bag storage is in Room C101.Students may take drinking water IN CLEAR BOTTLES into the exam with them.Pencil cases are not permitted, but you may use a clear plastic bag. No mobile phones or smart devices.Students may not leave the exam in the first hour or the last 15 minutes.

Other info: What if you are ill and unable to attend your exam? Inform the office on the day of the exam and provide a medical certificate.What if you have two exams scheduled at the same time? You should see both of the teachers and negotiate a new time for one of the exams.

2019 MID-YEAR EXAMS - INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS

Friday 21 June 9am - 11.15am Monday 24 June

9am - 11.15am Tuesday 25 June 9am - 11.15am Wed 26 June

9am - 11.15am Thurs 27 June 9am - 11.15am Friday 28 June

9am - 11.15am Information Systems and Digital Technology 3 (3hrs)

English 3

Business Studies 3

Mathematics Methods Foundation 3

Accounting 3

Studies of Religion 3

Japanese 3 EALD 3 Sociology 3 General Mathematics 3

Geography 3 Computer Science 3

Legal Studies 3 Physics 4 Media Production - Screen 3

Chinese 3

English Literature 3 Modern History 3 Sport Science 3 Food and Nutrition 3

Mathematics Specialised 4

German 3

Chemistry 4

Friday 21 June 1pm - 3.15pm Monday 24 June

1pm - 3.15pm Tuesday 25 June 1pm - 3.15pm Wed 26 June

1pm - 3.15pm Thurs 27 June 1pm - 3.15pm

Music 3

Computer Graphics and Design 3

Physical Sciences 3

Drama 3 Environmental Science and Society 3

Ancient History 3 Biology 3 Health Studies 3 Italian 3 Mathematics Methods 4

Philosophy 3 Psychology 3 French 3 Outdoor Leadership 3 Housing and

Design 3

Economics 3

Dance Choreography and Performance 3

Payments are now dueIf you are experiencing difficulties with payment please contact the college office to discuss your individual situation.

Payment Options:

• BPay (School Invoices)• Service Tasmania Shops (School Invoices)• Credit Card over the phone (6220 3133)• In person at the College – EFTPOS, cash or

cheque (made payable to Hobart College)

2019 Year 12 Hoodies can now be ordered from the main office.

• Hoodie - $38 (With nickname - $44)• Windcheater - $31 (With nickname - $37)

Payment must be made with your order. Round 2 orders to be finalised by Friday 28 June.

LEAVERS’ HOODIESLEVIES & ADDITIONAL SUBJECT CHARGES

HOMESTAYSHobart College is seeking homestays for students from our sister school in Fuzhou, China. They will be visiting us from Monday 29 July to Friday 2 August. If you are able to host a student for four nights, please contact Christena Halliwell on 6220 3426 or christena.halliwell@education.tas.gov.au

May 28 Parent Teacher Evening 4.00 - 7.00pm May 30 - June 8 Singin’ in the Rain - Mount Nelson TheatreJune 10 Queen’s Birthday Public HolidayJune 11 College Association meeting 5.30pmJune 20 Taste of College Day (study at home day for Year 11 & 12 students)June 21 - 28 Mid-Year Assessment PeriodJuly 5 Term 2 ends July 22 Term 3 beginsJuly 30 Information Evening for parents/carers and prospective students in 2020

Olinda Grove MOUNT NELSON Tasmania 7007GPO Box 1188 HOBART Tasmania 7001

Facsimile (03) 6220 3140Email: hobart.college@education.tas.gov.auWebsite:

HOBART COLLEGE

https://hobartcollege.education.tas.edu.au

Taste of College DayThursday 20 June 8.45am - 2.30pm

To register for the dayplease contact:

Neesha-Marie Hartogor Kim White on 6220 3133

All students exploring their options for enrolment in 2020 are warmly

invited to participate

Hobart CollegeDepartment of Education

Telephone (03) 6220 3133

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