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Please Note:175-Year Anniversary Celebrations: 175 Gala Dinner Saturday 16 October 2021 at Albert Hall from 6.30pm
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Term 3, Week 7

Contents

Senior Executive
Headmaster - Mr Richard Ford Head of Junior Campus - Ms Sheona Carter
175- Year Anniversary Celebrations
175 Gala Dinner Saturday 16 October
2022 Scholarships Programme
2022 W.O. Layh Scholarship - Applications Open
Senior Campus News
Dance and Drama Update
Junior Campus News
The Science and Engineering Investigation Awards Maths Relay Competition
Careers Office
XLD Commodities - Harvest Casual and Graduate Opportunities Join Us at the Launceston Night in the Army Reserve
School Events
Grade 6 End of Term Family Get Together
Community Notices
Annual Rowing Sheep Manure Fundraiser
Senior Executive

Headmaster - Mr Richard Ford

Leadership Lunch with Grace TameOn Thursday, Senior Campus students were challenged and inspired by a talk from Grace Tame, 2021 Australian of the ...

Leadership Lunch with Grace Tame

On Thursday, Senior Campus students were challenged and inspired by a talk from Grace Tame, 2021 Australian of the Year. Her talk and the Q&A which followed saw Grace bravely and candidly share her very personal story of resilience.

Grace explained that during her school years she was not taught about grooming. While grooming may be an uncomfortable topic, she believes that education about the six stages of grooming which she outlined is essential.

The six stages of grooming outlined are:

  1. Targeting – this is where the perpetrator looks for a vulnerable individual;
  2. Gaining trust – the perpetrator develops a false friendship to lull the target into a sense of security and safety;
  3. Filling a need – the perpetrator, having found someone with a gap in their emotional support, then takes on the role of filling the gap;
  4. Isolating the child – the perpetrator looks to drive a wedge between the target and their genuine support system;
  5. Sexualising – the perpetrator gradually introduces sexual content to normalise it so that it is not a shock when it is actually introduced;
  6. Maintaining control – the perpetrator strikes a perfect balance between causing pain and providing relief from that pain.

Grace explained to students how the stages related to her own experience and I encourage all parents and carers to be having open conversations with their children and reaching out to the School or Laurel House if support is needed.

Currently, Laurel House are halfway through six sessions they are running with Grade 9 students during their Health and Physical Education classes. This course in Grade 9 leads on to sessions on respectful relationships in both Grade 10 Health and Physical Education and our Grade 10 Retreat Programme. Laurel House are also presenting to Grade 11 and 12 students in two separate sessions in the last fortnight of Term 3. This workshop will take them through real life events surrounding the issue of consent and the subsequent outcomes.

On Tuesday 14 September Laurel House are also running a seminar for parents in the School Auditorium at the Senior Campus (5.00pm-6.30pm). During this session they will run through some of the material with parents that they intend working through with our Grade 11 and 12 students. Parents of students in these grades are encouraged to attend and can RSVP HERE

Book Week and Reading

Book Week celebrations over the last fortnight has seen students and staff dress up as their favourite book characters, participating in a Book Swap sale to support the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, a BBQ to support the Smith Family’s Student2Student reading programme, enjoying CBCA shortlisted books, writing a book in a day and a Book Art tutorial and competition.

In a world which is digitally dominated, it is easy for reading to drop out of the home environment. Modelling reading, letting your son or daughter see you read each day as part of family routine is increasingly challenging to achieve but more important than ever.

Whilst books on bedside tables are common, children and teenagers rarely see their parents making the choice to read. Finding 10-15 minutes of reading time while your child is around on the weekend can be a good place to start modelling a routine which reinforces reading as a pursuit not only for School but also for home and for pleasure.

Richard Ford
Headmaster

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Head of Junior Campus - Ms Sheona Carter

Junior Campus leaders present to the Launceston Grammar Board On Wednesday 18 August, the Junior Campus Leaders, and Senior Campus Leaders, were ...

Junior Campus leaders present to the Launceston Grammar Board

On Wednesday 18 August, the Junior Campus Leaders, and Senior Campus Leaders, were invited to reflect on their school experiences and share their thoughts with the Board.

Our Junior Campus Captains, Shaneli Vithanarachchi and Xavier Case, House Captains, Max Duffy and Gracie Hirst, Ollie Cannon and Saskia Grodski, Lydia Hayes and Marcus Waddingham, performing Arts Leaders Audrey Hughes and Kathryn Akerman, and Environmental Leaders, Edwin Rapley and Dominic Collette, worked together to reflect on what was working well and where there was room for improvement.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) School, we aim to promote learner agency for all. This invitation to present to the Board gave the students a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate agency. Their capacity to voice ideas, make informed choices about the future and take ownership for their learning was evident. By collaborating, the relationships between educators and students, and school leaders and students, are strengthened. It was impressive to see the efficacy and agency that our young leaders brought to the presentations and ensuing discussions and how their capacity was acknowledged and applauded by the Board members.

We asked members of the Junior Campus Council to reflect on what was working well and where we could improve, to begin the process.

  • Clubs – Chess Club, French Club, Spanish Club, Procreate Club and Coding Club
  • Courts: Basketball, Chess, Green space play area
  • Extension Groups: Book Club, Philosophy, Maths Olympiad
  • Grade 5 and 6 Productions
  • Senior Campus programme for Grade 5 and 6 students

Shaneli and Xavier took this information to the Grade 6 leadership meeting where they agreed to add:

  • House activities: points, carnivals, meetings and the King Pin competition
  • Early Learning environments.
  • Sustainable practices – the recycling wall
  • Performing Arts opportunities: private lessons, soirees, music camp, choirs and bands

Next was the important discussions about what could be improved. The leaders looked at the information from the Junior Campus Council again and put their suggestions into two groups – immediate and future improvements.

Immediate

  • More dance and drama opportunities
  • Roster for the very popular basketball courts
  • Music through the loudspeakers
  • More fundraisers to bring our community together and make the world a better place

Future

  • Outdoor opportunities: swings, monkey bars, more courts, more green spaces, footy goals and nets
  • Uniform changes: options for both boys and girls re skirts and pants; change the uniform to fit the thoughts and views of this generation.

The presentations of the Senior Campus and Junior Campus students were followed with dinner in the Launceston Grammar Boarding Dining Hall. There was much to discuss!

The Junior Campus Leaders are looking forward to a return meeting with the Board, to report on the progress each has made with achieving their articulated goals to make our School even better.

Sheona Carter
Head of Junior Campus

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175- Year Anniversary Celebrations

175 Gala Dinner Saturday 16 October

Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of Launceston Church Grammar School by joining us for a Black Tie Gala Evening at the Albert Hall. Enjoy a ...

Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of Launceston Church Grammar School by joining us for a Black Tie Gala Evening at the Albert Hall.

Enjoy a three-course meal, drinks and entertainment and celebrate this historic milestone in our School’s history.

Book a table of 10 to ensure you are seated with your preferred guests.

If you purchase individual tickets, please indicate your preference for seating allocation. We will endeavour to accommodate each request (but cannot guarantee).

EVENT DETAILS:

  • DATE: Saturday 16 October
  • TIME: from 6.30pm
  • VENUE: Albert Hall

BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE

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2022 Scholarships Programme

2022 W.O. Layh Scholarship - Applications Open

New and existing students, entering Grades 4-12 in 2022 are invited to apply for the 2022 W.O Layh Scholarship.   The W.O Layh Scholarship was ...

New and existing students, entering Grades 4-12 in 2022 are invited to apply for the 2022 W.O Layh Scholarship.

 

The W.O Layh Scholarship was established in October 1977 by Mr W.O. Layh, a well-known Launceston accountant and member of Launceston Legacy.

Applicants will be required to meet one of the following criteria:

  • a ward of legacy
  • a child or grandchild of an Ex-Serviceman or Ex-Service-woman who has served in the forces outside of Australia.
  • a student whose financial circumstance would otherwise prevent them from enrolling at Launceston Grammar.

Applications close Friday, 10 September 2021.

Visit the School’s website for more information on how to apply.

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Senior Campus News

Dance and Drama Update

Congratulations to all the talented students who have recently performed in local productions with both Stage Right Youth Theatre Company and ...

Congratulations to all the talented students who have recently performed in local productions with both Stage Right Youth Theatre Company and Launceston Youth Theatre Ensemble.

We greatly value our continued association with local theatre companies and as such Grades 8 – 12 drama and dance students attended to support their peers. The following students are to be commended on their skill and commitment to the performing arts: Meg Chapman, Grace Robertson, Isabel Brown, Millie Snell, Lola Eastaugh, Otto Ford, Will Hill and Lydia Hayes who performed in SRYT’s Spongebob. Lydia is also busy preparing for the title role in the upcoming Grade 6 production of Matilda.

Meg Chapman in Spongebob

LYTE’s production of Metamorphoses showcased the talents of Zoe Armitage, Mieke Burch, Toby McGee, John Patrick, Annabel Shearer, Nina Spotswood, Savindi Tillekeratne and Natalie Waites. Many of these students had also been juggling rehearsals and performances with the recently performed Carry On, this year’s school musical production.

Zoe Armitage in Metamorphoses

Drama and Dance students are busy preparing for their final performances for the year which will be presented beginning the end of Term 3 and into Term 4. TCE Drama students will have their open technical rehearsal in the Drama Centre prior to TASC examinations on Wednesday, 22 September at 7pm; Theatre Performance students will use the following evening, Thursday 23 September at the same time. Both performances are approximately 1 hour in length and all are most welcome to attend.

With the Grade 9/10 Drama evening being held on Wednesday, 10 November. Grade 10 Drama rehearsals are underway for their performance of A Small Affair, a one-act play which is a very funny expose of the broadcasting business. More details regarding venue will be forthcoming in Term 4.

Louise Peters
Head of Drama

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Junior Campus News

The Science and Engineering Investigation Awards

The Science and Engineering Investigation Awards are a state-wide competition for Grades 5 to 12 students. The Awards allow school students to either ...

The Science and Engineering Investigation Awards are a state-wide competition for Grades 5 to 12 students.

The Awards allow school students to either investigate a topic of their choice following the scientific method of inquiry and experimentation or engineer physical solutions (prototypes) to address specific problems or needs. Students plan what they are going to do, carry out their experiments or create their prototypes, then share their findings with judges from research, industry and education.

The Awards are organised into two events: the Project Presentation Days in which students present their projects, supported by their poster display and written report, to judges. This is then followed by the Awards Evening in which awards are presented for the best projects in each category.

This competition encourages interest in science and engineering through authentic learning experiences that enable students to solve real-world problems.

Participating in the Awards not only provides an opportunity to actively use scientific inquiry or engineering design, but also to develop valuable skills in reasoning, communication, presentation, project planning and delivery, and working as part of a team.

The Awards rely on strong industry and community support, including financial support to reward student achievement. Project prizes are based on merit and are currently awarded in the following categories: Agricultural Science, Engineering, Engineering Design, Environmental and Marine Sciences, Health and Fitness, and Physical Science.

The Awards also provide a pathway to state, national and international recognition of excellence through the Tasmanian Science Talent Search, the BHP Science and Engineering Awards and the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.

  • Tuesday 31 August
  • University of Tasmania, Newnham Campus
  • 22 Grade entries (30 students – some paired)
  • 6 entries received a prize and will attend the ceremony next Wednesday night at UTas

A very special thanks to parent, Clare Mawdesley for assisting our Grade 6 students.

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Maths Relay Competition

The MAT Mathematics Relays are held annually at three locations across the state for students in Grades 3 – 12. The relays see teams of four students ...

The MAT Mathematics Relays are held annually at three locations across the state for students in Grades 3 – 12.

The relays see teams of four students take on mathematical problems of increasing difficulty as they race to beat other competitors and the clock.

Our Grade 6 team consisting of Solly Fletcher, Douglas Sheppard, Lindesay Clark and Audrey Hughes placed second in the competition and only missed out on winning by a matter of a seconds.

A huge thank you to Clare Mawdesley (parent) for her tremendous support working alongside Mr Brown in the lead up and at the event.

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Careers Office

XLD Commodities - Harvest Casual and Graduate Opportunities

XLD Commodities is a ground-breaking agricultural price-risk management business, the first of its kind in Tasmania. XLD provides business stability ...

XLD Commodities is a ground-breaking agricultural price-risk management business, the first of its kind in Tasmania.

XLD provides business stability for the grower and the consumer. XLD have opportunities for motivated, hard-working casuals passionate about Agriculture and Agribusiness to join the team for the 21/22 summer and beyond.

  • Commodity Trading
  • Logistics
  • Grain Testing / Quality Assurance
  • Account / Client Management
  • Administration
  • Commodity Management and Storage

Harvest casual hours will be rostered across 7-days with work anticipated from December 2021 to Feb/March 2022. Permanent role available for an enthusiastic graduate looking for a long-term opportunity to start and grow their professional career.
Great “work hard, have fun” team culture. No previous experience required. Excellent hourly rate. Located at Powranna & Evandale, Tasmania. All applicants must have a current driver’s licence.

Interested candidates should email a current resume and cover letter to applications@moorehr.com.au
Furthern information on XLD Commodities can be found on their website

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Join Us at the Launceston Night in the Army Reserve

In the Army Reserve, you’ll tackle new challenges, learn new skills, and get paid to do it, all without giving up your day job. Come to our Night in ...

In the Army Reserve, you’ll tackle new challenges, learn new skills, and get paid to do it, all without giving up your day job.

Come to our Night in the Army Reserve and find out more about balancing the Army Reserve with your lifestyle.
Want to add something extra to your life? Do you enjoy getting fit while having fun and meeting new people? Then why not consider a part-time role in the Army Reserve

Activities on the night:

  • A briefing from Army Reserve personnel and Defence Force Recruiting
  • Interaction with Defence Force Recruiting staff and current service Army Reserve personnel
  • A guided tour of the Army Reserve barracks, its capabilities, equipment and vehicles.

Launceston Night in the Army Reserve Event Details:

  • DATE: Tuesday 7 September
  • TIME: 6pm – 8pm
  • LOCATION: Youngtown Barracks – Youngtown Avenue Launceston

RSVP or more details visit the Defence Force Website, Army Reserve Website or call 13 19 01

Download the details here

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School Events

Grade 6 End of Term Family Get Together

Grade 6 Parent Representative, Lisa Walkden has organised an end of term family event on the last Friday of Term 3. The event details are: DATE: ...

Grade 6 Parent Representative, Lisa Walkden has organised an end of term family event on the last Friday of Term 3.

The event details are:

  • DATE: Friday 24 September
  • TIME: from 5.00pm
  • VENUE: Riverbend Park
  • CATERING: Please bring along something to share if possible

Any suggestions would be very welcome.

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Community Notices

Annual Rowing Sheep Manure Fundraiser

Sheep manure sales will be held on the following two weekends as an annual fundraiser for the Launceston Grammar Rowing Support Group. DETAILS: DATE ...

Sheep manure sales will be held on the following two weekends as an annual fundraiser for the Launceston Grammar Rowing Support Group.

DETAILS:

  • DATE: Saturday 4 September and Saturday 11 September
  • TIME: 9 am to 2 pm
  • LOCATION: St George’s Square, High Street, Launceston

Bags are $5 each and there is free delivery for 10 bags or more in the Launceston area on Saturday 4 September or Saturday 11 September. (Payment on delivery.)

Pre-order by texting your name, address, date of delivery (September 4 or 11) and number of bags (10+) to Greg Bradfield on 0428 145 080. Please tell all your friends and family!

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