PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

In your prayers

It is with great sadness that I write this newsletter and inform the school community of the death of Nick Tindall, who was a member of the class of 2021. Nick died in a car accident on Friday evening. Brad, Tracey and their children have been part of our school family since Nick commenced Kindergarten in 2011. His brother, Lachlan, is currently in Year 8, and his sister, Gabrielle, is in Year 6.  Sam was a member of our graduating Year 10 class last year.  

It is hard to comprehend this tragedy and the sheer devastation the Tindall family must be feeling. As a school community, we offer our thoughts and prayers to Nick's family and friends to offer our support and comfort at this time. Words cannot express our grief at the loss of this happy young man. On Wednesday, we will come together as a community to pray for the Tindall family. You are welcome to join us in the hall at 9 am.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen

Your Feedback Matters: Annual School Survey

Coming soon, you'll receive an invitation to participate in our annual School Survey. This vital survey seeks feedback from students, staff, and, most importantly, our families. The survey will be emailed to you in the week beginning August 25th.

Your feedback is incredibly valued and plays a significant role in shaping our school's direction. It helps us identify what is working well and where we need to focus our time and energy to ensure the best possible learning environment for all our students. We truly appreciate as many families as possible contributing to this survey.

Planning for 2026

Year 6 to 7

Attached is our plan for our Year 6 students regarding their transition to Year 7. Enrolment is continuous at HTS so we do not need any further enrolment forms. In planning for 2026 we do need to have accurate enrolment numbers for the purchasing of resources such as iPads as well as class organisation. If your child is not continuing into secondary at HTS please email me.

Reminders

School Fees

The next installment on the school fee schedule is coming up on the 21 August. Please check your statement that is email to you.

Parking around the school

Please remember not to park across our neighbours driveways and our neighbouring streets - Short and Mather St.  A number of our neighbours have contacted us regarding this. Please help us be a good neighbour!

Payment for excursions

Please check Compass for the next instalment for our major excursions. Please contact me if you have any concerns.

School Uniform

All students are expected to be in full winter uniform until September 1st or the end of the term. Ties are to be worn. 

Attendance

Attendance every day is important unless students are ill. It is a requirement that families explain absences in a timely manner. Please contact the school by phone, email or by lodging the explanation on Compass.