Middle School
Hobart Rivulet Ecostudy Walk - Year 7 Connections Day
Backhouse and Oats: Friday 8 March
Fry and Penn : Friday 15 March
Mott and Walker: Friday 22 March
Students will be participating in a day-long walk along the Hobart Rivulet. The day will have an environmental science focus. Students will conduct environmental surveys at 4 - 5 sites along the Hobart Rivulet. Students should arrive at school at the usual time and will travel by bus to Strickland Falls. Students will be transported back to school after pick-up from Molle Street at the end of the day for usual dismissal times.
On the day, students should wear sports’ uniform including a hat and a waterproof coat. Students should also bring any personal medications, and sunscreen. A change of shoes or gumboots is also required. Students will need recess snacks, lunch and a drink. As this trip is a full day in the field, please ensure that students have packed plenty to eat and drink. A clipboard and pencil will also be required.
Please contact Nicola Collins, if you require any further information.
Middle School House Book Donations - Library Aid International
To show gratitude for the wonderful new library space at the Middle School, the Student House Leaders are launching a book donation drive for Library Aid International. Library Aid International Inc is a not-for-profit, non-government organisation which provides used books and educational materials to improve literacy and educational outcomes and life opportunities for children in disadvantaged schools in developing countries.
Donations can include books for students aged 3 - 16, educational books and general school supplies. Each House has set up a collection point in the Middle School library, and the race is on to see which House can collect the most books to donate!
Donations can be made between Friday 23 February - 15 March. If you didn’t find time to clean out the bookshelf over the holiday break, now is your chance!
Intermediate Band
Intermediate Band rehearsals are underway, with the ensemble meeting every Monday between 4pm and 5pm in The Farrall Centre. This ensemble is aimed at students who have played a wind, brass or percussion instrument for at least two years. For students who have played in the All School Combined Primary Band or Morris Band, Intermediate Band is the next step. We would encourage such students to attend. Furthermore, members of this ensemble will have the option to travel to Melbourne to participate in the Victorian Schools Music Festival in August.
Please email Hilary Morgan for further information.
Jazz Band
Jazz Band rehearsals are underway and meet every Tuesday between 3.45pm and 4.45pm in The Sheila Given Music Centre. Please email musicadmin@friends.tas.edu.au for further information.
Wind Ensemble
Wind Ensemble has commenced and now rehearses on Monday mornings between 7.30am and 8.30am in the Sheila Given Music Centre. This ensemble is for students who have played a wind, brass or percussion instrument for approximately 4 years. Students in this ensemble will have the option to participate in a trip to Melbourne to attend the Victorian Schools Music Festival in August.
Please email Hilary Morgan for further information.
Choir Rehearsals - All students welcome
- Year 7 Choir: Thursday 7.45am | The Green Room (The Farrall Centre)
- Bella Voce (Years 8-12): Thursday 3.45pm - 4.45pm | Shelia Given Music Centre (High School Music Rooms)
- Man Choir (Years 8-12): Thursday 3.45pm - 4.45pm | Shelia Given Music Centre (High School Music Rooms)
String Ensemble Rehearsals
- Friends Camerata: Tuesdays 3.45pm | Shelia Given Music Centre (High School Music Rooms)
- Middle School Chamber Strings: Tuesdays 7.30am | The Farrall Centre Auditorium
Middle School Office
Phone: 6210 2235