Edition 3 Term 2 2025

Prefect Address

This term we have many opportunities presented to everyone to look forward to, like construction placements for work experience, Glenview, and upcoming excursions. 

During the holidays was ANZAC day, where many students went to the 11am service at Claremont, Glenorchy and in town in Hobart to represent the school. We had students lay wreathes, carried a flag, and speak in front of many at Claremont. Montana, Aiden and Millie delivered the public address at Claremont, speaking to all the members of the community about what the ANZAC spirit means to young people. They spoke clearly, with passion and enthusiasm, and feedback from the RSL president was that this was one of the best student deliveries in recent years. 

In Hobart, our students carried the 2nd/40^th Battalion banner for the second year in a row. This banner represents those Tasmanians who were recruited into the army and fought in the Second World War in Timor. The families of those soldiers are always happy that our students give their support. This year we were also chosen to carry the reunion flag and lead the section. We thank those students who gave up their time in the holidays to represent the school. 

A group of year 9 and 10 students have been presented with the opportunity to visit Glenview,  on Monday period 2 where they get to do various activities and assist in running those activities, such as, help the elderly and get to know them and help them carpet bowls this is a good opportunity to help in the community and build connections and get to know there stories. 

We have got many excursions, some that have occurred and some upcoming, like the Mona tourism, hospitality, and horticulture careers program. 

We are lucky to have the opportunity to have students working with VOS to assist the construction of our new school building, each week on Fridays, Harlen & Isaac have been a part of this excellent placement, Harlen has been developing his construction skills by learning about different power tools, and how it's always good to measure twice and cut once, Isaac has been focusing on the plumbing side of things 

We look forward to hearing more about these experiences as the term continues.   

By Liv and Liam

ANZAC Day speech.

We are students from Cosgrove High School, my name is: Aiden and this is Montana and Millie.

We are honoured to be invited here today to speak with you and be part of this service of remembrance. We are extremely grateful for this opportunity as it is something that we feel very passionate about as it is a key part of Australian history and would like to use this opportunity to express our gratitude to all of those who gave their lives so that we can live in a better world. To us, ANZAC day is a time to express our pride in all of our military’s personnel who endeavour to continue to keep our country safe.

As a young person today, I imagine the thought of having to leave home and all that I know, to go into the unknown is a terrifying thought. The idea of heading into conflict is a difficult thought to contemplate. We are lucky to live in a place of peace and to not have to face those conditions. Others across the world are not as fortunate. 

Those who did go to war were faced with unimaginable circumstances, like those who were posted at Gallipoli.  Approaching the beach, knowing that you were at a clear disadvantage due to the high embankment, outnumbered -in a chaotic, confusing and noisy setting, and facing a fierce enemy, would have been an overwhelming scene to face. This is something many people today would not be able to fathom.

The ANZAC spirit is what got them through the long months of the Gallipoli campaign and is something we too hope to embody in our lives when we are faced with uncertainties.

We admire their bravery and courage as they stepped off the boats, the resilience they showed in the months in a foreign land away from their loved ones and all that they knew, and the responsibility they carried on their shoulders defending the rights and freedoms of generations to come.

We are inspired by the comradery the ANZACs shared with one another, they showed us in difficult times it’s important to look after each other, encourage each other through thick and thin, to have your ‘mate’s back’, ‘muck in together’, and in that togetherness, you can face any adversity. 

It could be easy in that environment to become disheartened or feel alone, but the mate-ship loyalty and respect for one another and a real sense of pride helped the ANZACs endure the horrors of war and show courage and hope. This spirit is something we greatly admire. 

Whilst we don't live in a time where we are in war as a country, the ANZAC spirit and all that they did for us, helps us as young people to demonstrate resilience in uncertain and worrisome times.

As a young person, as student leaders at CHS, and a member of our community, we continue to be inspired by the memories of the ANZACs and we hope that we too can embody their positive qualities of courage, bravery, honour and pride, determination, trust and respect.    

A poem written by Laurence Binyon

“For the Fallen”

They went with songs to the battle, they were young,
Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow.
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted;
They fell with their faces to the foe.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

We remember the ANZACs for their bravery. 
We remember them for their courage.
We remember them for their resilience
We remember them for their comradery.

We remember them for their service to our country and for our freedoms they fought for, and the generations that have followed.
We are grateful for their determination.
We are grateful for their sacrifices.
We are grateful for the lives we now lead because of the ANZACs.

Lest we forget.

Year 7

Hello everyone, I hope everyone feels good and happy, this is a newsletter about how/what we have been doing in Term two in year 7.

English We’ve been looking at the art of persuasion and persuasive writing styles. We have been learning about ethos, pathos, and logos. Effectively using them in writing!

Maths This term it is all about fractions!  Including how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.

History We’ve been looking at the Roman Empire and Ancient Rome. We have learnt a lot about Ancient Rome and how people lived, their lifestyle, the hierarchy, etc.

Science We have been learning about living things and living organisms, including what makes them living and what is non living.

Wellbeing Our focus has been on what is empathy and effective communication? How to express empathy and what it is. We’ve also been looking at effective communication and certain communication styles.

HPE We completed the Cross Country!

We had to run three laps around the school which ended up being about three kilometres. After we finished, we were able to get ice cream and do other activities.

Art We have been painting the colours of the colour wheel, identifying primary and secondary colours.

Excursions Members of Children’s University went on an excursion to the Sustainability Centre at Mount Nelson. We learnt about fast fashion and its impacts on the environment. We cut up some old t-shirts which we will use to weave ome mats that we can put on the carpet to decorate the classrooms. The Children’s University students and the Crochet’ club are really excited to be making these rugs. 

‘I really liked learning about fast fashion and how bad some people have it. I want to help them.’  - Ruby

We are lucky enough to be returning to The Sustainability Centre another three times over the next few months as part of Children’s University

In conclusion Term Two has been enjoyable for most and has been very interesting!

By Sophia and Kenji

Year 8

Recently, Year 8 students at Cosgrove High School participated in an amazing workshop run by the Hobart-based group, Students Against Racism (SAR).

SAR has been running workshops all across Tasmania and Australia for the past 20 years, teaching people about the lived experiences of young people who have moved to Australia from other countries to start new lives.

Most of the SAR presenters at the Cosgrove High School workshop were from refugee backgrounds. They shared their experiences with our Year 8 students of growing up in unsafe environments and facing significant daily struggles.

The SAR group also shared stories of how racism has been a part of their lives since coming to Australia. They talked about how racism can have a big impact on someone's happiness and sense of belonging. Their clear message was, “Racism is not okay in schools.”

The students were fully engaged and asked the group many interesting questions. Many of our Year 8’s asked if they could come back and do more workshops at Cosgrove High School.

This term in English, Year 8’s are studying the movie Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Year 8 teachers were given a ‘Golden Ticket’ a few weeks ago to hand out to student who they think has shown growth in some aspect of school life. This could be to do with their attitude towards schoolwork, wearing their uniform, or interactions with staff and students.

Teachers were on the lookout for Students displaying growth and handed out their golden tickets in Week 5. Students who received a golden ticket were then invited to have hot chips and potato cakes for lunch in Miss Eaves’ office on Friday.

Students who received a gold ticket were: Ali, Denzel, Atith, Mali, Lebron, Rhys, Mia, Taneisha, Saehan and Rhemii-Jae.

Year 8 teachers have noticed growth in many students and were so impressed with their attitude that they have decided to continue with the ‘Golden Ticket’ concept throughout the term.

Year 9

This term has been a busy one for Grade 9 as they knuckle down into their assessments for their Evidence of Learning Portfolios and mid-year reporting.

In English Grade 9 students have been reading a free verse poetry novel called “The Simple Gift”. It follows the story of a young boy who leaves home and ends up homeless and looks at the people and relationships he encounters on his journey. Students have been learning to identify poetic techniques and explain why authors might choose to use these.

In Maths, our Grade 9 students have been exploring financial literacy—calculating wages, understanding overtime rates, and comparing discounts to find the best deals.

In Science, they’ve been investigating body systems, uncovering how different systems work together to keep organisms functioning. These lessons have provided valuable, practical skills that students can use in everyday life.

In PE, the Grade 9’s have just finished our Cardiovascular Fitness Unit where students participated in Cross Country training and Beep Tests, pushing their limits and tracking their fitness progress. In Health, students have been exploring Protective Behaviours, learning how to stay safe, make informed choices, and build respectful relationships. The aim of these lessons is to help empower our students to look after themselves and their friends.

Recently, Grade 9’s attended the Interhigh Cross Country Carnival at Rosny Park and completed the 4km track there. Congratulations to Rhys, Hamid, Mytchell and Melody for representing Cosgrove proudly!

The Future Leaders have been working hard to create some fun activities for students to do at lunchtimes. They have introduced chess club, a basketball roster, drama club, and Friday Fun! Friday Fun lunchtimes is a combination of fun games and challenges where students compete against each other for prizes and dojos. This week’s official challenge is a “Donut on a String” eating contest! Students and teachers will compete to be the first to eat the donut from a string with no hands for a prize! The Future Leaders also did some interviews and filming of the School Cross Country carnival. They put their editing skills to the test to mash up a clip of the footage to show in assembly!

Miss Reid

Year 10

Term two has certainly been busy as we begin to explore careers and future pathways.

Students in Year Ten have been open to many opportunities focused on exposure to different careers. We have had excursions to MONA to learn about careers in hospitality. Students were able to visit the museum and learn about the different demands of working in hospitality, as well as learning about the different roles and responsibilities of different roles within the industry.

A second excursion visited TasTAFE at Clarence. This was an interactive day exploring the site; looking at what trades and skills were delivered there whilst also listening to different presenters share their experience of how they chose their ‘trade’ and what the demands of their roles are. A range of industry people gave up their time to talk to students who listened and asked questions to explore the different industries on show. It was a great opportunity for students to build connections with companies and people from the business world.

We are lucky that, given we have our own construction site at the moment, that some of our Year Ten students are able to complete work experience on the new school building construction site. Currently. Harlen and Isaac, who completed their White Card and First Aid certificates as part of the PCYC program, are able to work for one day a week on the construction site. Isaac has been focusing on the plumbing aspects of the site whilst Harlen has been focusing on the construction of the site; the walls, floors, structures. Both students have been enjoying the experience and are learning what life on work site is like. It has been a great opportunity that more students will be able to explore as the year goes on. Thanks to VOS for being so accommodating and allowing our students to be part of this!

Camp was a highlight for many students and as you can read in the write up, it was an experience that challenged our students and pushed them out of their comfort zone. It was a great experience to be part of and we saw many students supporting and encouraging each other. Staff involved were really impressed with the behaviour and attitudes of students who attended, even if we stayed up later than our normal bedtimes! We will be planning an Year Ten excursion day for term three and hope many students will work towards this day by collecting dojos and upholding the school values.

College transition is another focus for the second half of the term as we have both Claremont and Elizabeth college taster days and information sessions to look forward to. These days are invaluable for our students as they are opportunities to explore courses that they may be interested in pursuing in the future; but also to start making connections to college staff and students from other schools.

The year ten team and myself are looking forward to supporting students as they start their transition to Years Eleven and Twelve.

Value Certificates

Congratulations to all our award recipients on your outstanding display of our School Values.

Prefect Accolade

Consistent demonstration of the school values, as recognised by the Student Leadership team.

 Junior                                                         Senior
  Ruby                                                           Adela

Work Experience

Students who have both their White Card and First Aid qualifications are able to participate in work experience placements courtesy of VOS!

Harlen and Isaac (Year Ten) have been getting hands on experience in the construction of the new school building; learning new skills in plumbing and construction while developing understanding of the demands of working on a site!

More students will be able to undertake this experience as the year moves on!

Cross Country

Our annual Cross-Country Day was a fantastic success, filled with energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit. Students came dressed in vibrant outfits, proudly representing their houses and cheering each other on throughout the day.

Year 7 and 8 students tackled a 3km course, while Year 9 and 10 students took on a more challenging 4km run. Every participant showed great determination and sportsmanship, and their efforts were rewarded with a refreshing ice cream after finishing.

When they weren’t running or cheering on their teammates, students took part in a range of exciting activities, including an obstacle course and engaging challenges in the gym. These activities gave everyone a chance to earn valuable points for their house, adding an extra layer of friendly competition to the day.

Overall, it was a memorable event that brought the school community together in the spirit of fitness, fun, and teamwork.

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SHSSA Interschool Cross Country

On Friday, 23rd May, a team of 20 of our fastest long-distance runners headed to Rosny Park Golf Course to compete in the SHSSA Interschool Cross Country. These students had earned their place by performing exceptionally well in our school’s cross-country event and throughout PE classes this term.

The competition featured a challenging 4km course and brought together the top runners from across Hobart. Despite the tough terrain and strong competition, our students gave it their all, showing incredible determination and resilience.

The atmosphere was one of teamwork and support, with students cheering each other on from the sidelines and offering congratulations at the finish line. It was a day that celebrated not only athletic achievement but also sportsmanship and school pride.

We are incredibly proud of our team for representing our school with such enthusiasm and spirit.

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Year 10 Camp

Year Ten camp was held at Blue Lagoon for the third year in a row. This year, 25 students set off from school bright and early on Monday morning with excitement and anticipation  

After a long and confusing bus ride, we got to Dodge’s Ferry but not quite at the destination we expected! Our bus ended up trapped down a beach road on a gutter. After realising the bus was going nowhere for a long time, we had to walk the last 10 minutes to camp. 

When we eventually arrived, we explored the site, looking at the facilities and park, then we got set up in our rooms, getting a chance to settle in playing games together in our dorms and checking out the games room downstairs before lunch. We had a delicious lunch of chicken wraps which we were able to assemble ourselves in the dining hall before heading up towards the gym for rock climbing. 

As we arrived in the gym, Taylor – our camp guide, started to demonstrate how to climb up and down the wall safely and how to belay one another with the ropes before getting straight into climbing. Everyone had a good go at climbing the walls, even if they were a bit scared at first, many were brave and overcame their initial fears! 

After a quick break and snack, we were back in the gym doing the crate climb, where we had to individually stack crates one on top of the other, to build a tower whilst balancing on the stacked creates. It sounds simple, it really wasn’t! The goal was to get as many crates stacked as possible before they all fell! It tested your skills of balance and agility; congratulations to Hayley and Jazhara for climbing 12 crates! 

After everyone finished having their go, we had dinner where we had meatballs, potatoes and vegetables in the dining hall, followed by a popular dessert of chocolate brownie and ice cream! We had some free time, where some people played games in the games rooms. Then everyone was gathered in the bay room, where we watched Leo. After the movie, we had some free time again, then it was lights out at 10 o’clock. It ended up being a late night with everyone being too excited to go to sleep!  

The next morning, we had pancakes and toast for breakfast, and soon after, we headed outside for our first activity, abseiling or pickleball. One group headed to pickleball, whilst the others headed to abseiling. Abseiling is where you’re attached to a rope with a harness, and you head down a wall. Sitting at the bottom of the towers looking up was quite daunting... We had the choice of going down a 6 or 9 metre wall. Everyone had a go and tried their best. One of the highlights of the whole camp was how we supported and encouraged each other to have a go and not let fears get in the way! Later on, the groups switched, so everyone had a go at each activity.  

Afterwards, we all had lunch in the dining hall, where we had fish, chips and Dim Sims. Then we had some more free time, and then all too soon, it was time to head back to school. A very quiet and uneventful ride back to school...as everyone caught up on some much needed sleep! 

Everyone had a great time at Blue Lagoon, and we will look back on this time together in the future. We are grateful for all the staff who gave up their time to make this camp a possibility! 

By Jazhara and Alex (Carmen)

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Learning Conversations

Invitation to Attend - Term 2 Learning Conversations and Evidence of Learning

Tuesday 24 June 3pm – 5.20pm

Parents/carers and students are invited to meet with teachers on Tuesday, June 24, from 3pm to 5.20pm to discuss Evidence of Learning, student progress, application to learning, wellbeing and/or learning plan goals. During these conversations, we will share evidence of learning for all learning areas, including student work samples demonstrating student progress and achievement.

Evidence of Learning:

Our staff and students have been working extremely hard to produce and collate work for each student across each of their learning areas.  Students are very proud of the work they have done and are looking forward to sharing these samples with families.  Each sample of work consists of the following:

• Assessment task cover sheet
• Students work sample including written work, pictures or artefact
• Assessment rubric
• Goal sheet for your young person

This Learning Conversation afternoon is a fantastic opportunity to meet with your young person’s teacher/s and discuss successes along with areas for improvement and how we can work together to enhance learning opportunities and outcomes.

If you are unable to attend this date, we strongly encourage you to contact the school to arrange an alternative time to discuss your young person’s progress.   

Bookings for these conversations can be made online following this link: 

We look forward to seeing parents and carers on the afternoon of June 24.

We want to thank you again for your ongoing support and partnership in your young person’s learning. We also encourage all parents/carers to discuss their young person’s evidence of learning with them. It is particularly important to identify the areas where improvements in learning can be made. 

School Association

The Cosgrove High School Association is a vital platform for parents and caregivers to engage actively in our school community. Re-established in 2024, it offers families a meaningful way to contribute to the school's development and support its continuous improvement journey. Through regular meetings and open forums, the Association fosters collaboration between parents, staff, and students. This partnership plays a crucial role in shaping initiatives that enhance the educational experience at Cosgrove High School. From supporting extracurricular activities to participating in school policy discussions, the Association ensures that the voices of families are heard and valued.

The recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) was an excellent opportunity for parents and caregivers to get involved. Attending the AGM allowed connection with other families, an opportunity to learn about school initiatives, and to contribute to conversations that impact our students' education and well-being.

We encourage all members of our school community to participate and help shape the future of Cosgrove High School. Your involvement makes a difference!

Our next meeting will be in Term 3.  Please keep an eye on our Facebook Page for details.  

We look forward to seeing you there!

Every School Day Matters

Going to school every day gives your child every chance to learn, grow, and connect with their mates and teachers. It’s where bright futures start and where they’ll benefit the most.

Tips to help get your child to school:

• Create a routine.
  So everyone knows their tasks in the morning.
• Give yourself enough time.
  Just having a bit of breathing space around morning tasks can make a big difference.
• Be on time, every day. Monday to Friday.
  They say it takes two months for our brains to create a new habit. So just take it a day at a time.
• Schedule appointments and trips outside of school hours.
  This way your child will stay engaged in their learning and won’t miss out on important schoolwork.
• Get a good night’s sleep.
  It’s amazing what a good bit of shut eye can do to help your child learn and stay engaged with school.