20 December 2016

Newsletter Articles

Principal Report

Good bye and Farewell

After more than 30 years as a teacher, Mrs Wendy Pearcey has decided it is time to retire. Wendy has been at Exeter Primary for 10 years and in that time would have taught almost 250 children, 250 lucky children, who have benefitted from Wendy’s wisdom, and high quality pedagogical practice. Wendy would be the first to admit that she has learnt just as much from the children she has taught and I suspect that her life is much richer for it. Her colleagues marvel at her quiet, gently approach with children and her deep empathy for children and adults alike. I have had many conversations with parents who have been grateful for Wendy’s care of their children and with children who have very many fond memories of being in Mrs Pearcey’s class.

I would like to acknowledge a wonderful career and a significant contribution to the education of hundreds of Tasmanian school children. We hope that Wendy has many happy memories and we wish her all the very best on her retirement.

Merry Christmas everyone,

Wishing all our families and friends a very happy and safe Christmas. It has been a busy and productive year with many highlights and opportunities for new learning. We hope you enjoy our special galleries showcasing the wonderful learning opportunities that have been had throughout 2016.

We look forward to seeing you all again in the New Year. The first day for students is Wednesday February 8.

Book Collection

Collection and payments times are as follows:

Wednesday Feb 1st 9.30 – 1.00pm
Thursday Feb 2nd 9.30-1.00pm and 5.00pm – 7.00pm

We accept cash, cheques and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard)

You will receive an invoices for Composite Levies.

If you wish to pay by Bpay please ensure that Bpay payments are paid 3 business days in advance of book collection as it takes time to be processed to our school.

The Uniform shop will also be open on the same days and times.

Our Learning Community

Tasmanian Science Talent Search

Congratulations again to all the Grade 2 students that entered the TSTS this year. Following a presentation ceremony in Hobart the following students received their certificates at school this week. Congratulations to the following students on their recognition:

Second Prize- Harrison Gibson
Third Prize- Jack Porteus
Merit Award- Tristan Ringk

School Association

Christmas Hamper Winners

Kinder – Simon Hedditch
Prep – Will Duffy
Grade 1 – Solly Feldheim
Grade 2 – Ann Penhallow
Grade 3 – Catherine Barker
Grade 4 - Marita Lee
Grade 5 – Riana Causley
Grade 6 – Mallory Wyborn
Teachers – Jane Upson
Gourmet Hamper – Kristy Goss

The Year that was…