Middle School

Wind, Brass and Percussion Concert

Thursday 31 July, 6pm to 7.30pm - The Farrall Centre

Our Wind, Brass and Percussion Concert features ensembles from Years 5 to 12 and demonstrates the progression of students through our music ensemble program. 

Entry is free and all are welcome to attend.

Years 9 and 10 2026 Subject Selection Info Night

Tuesday 29 July, 7pm - The Farrall Centre

Students going into Year 9 and 10 2026 will be making their subject choices soon. As part of this process, there will be a Subject Selection evening held in The Farrall Centre from 7.00pm on Tuesday 29 July. On Wednesday 30 July, students and parents will be emailed details on how to choose their subjects via Web Preferences, and will also receive a link to the 2026 Years 9 and 10 Coursebook. Subject choices will be due on Monday 11 August.

Senior School Music Scholarship Applications Closing Soon

Applications for this scholarship are open to students who will be in Years 9 to 11 in 2026. Music Scholarships are offered to students who demonstrate outstanding musicianship and the ability to make an ongoing, strong and varied contribution to the musical life of the School.

A Music Scholarship provides a 25% reduction in tuition fees only. All scholarships are tenable throughout the student’s enrolment time.

APPLY HERE

Applications close: 12.30pm Friday 1 August 2025

If you have any queries or would like to discuss, please contact the Enrolments Office on either enrol.office@friends.tas.edu.au or 6210 2286.

Year 7 Alpine Winter Experience - kunanyi/ Mount Wellington

Students are to be dropped off by 8.30am at Bell Street and collected from Bell Street at 3.30pm.  

Year 7 students will spend the day on kunanyi/Mt Wellington with qualified and experienced teachers and outdoor education guides.  They will develop winter skills involving winter walking and snow survival skills with a focus on risk management and decision making skills.

A list of what to pack for the day has been included in the Operoo form that has been sent out this week.  Due to the harsh conditions and the likelihood of significant walking to access snow, it is essential that students have suitable clothing, footwear and food.  

Parents/guardians are required to hand any medications directly to staff on the morning of their child’s program, including written instructions for medication. If a student requires an EpiPen or asthma puffer, these must be in-date and carried with them at all times. 

If weather conditions are deemed unsatisfactory, students will participate in an alternative activity.  

MS Readathon

We are very excited to let you know that the Middle School is taking part in the MS Readathon this year to encourage reading and to support people living with multiple sclerosis.

We’d love to get as many students involved as possible, reading lots of books and raising funds throughout August. Parents can visit the link below to sign up their student. This activity can be included as part of the Year 7 Health challenge, and all students who participate are eligible for up to 5 service hours depending on their level of engagement. Please contact Nicole Parums in the Library if you need any assistance or have any questions. Happy Reading!

Find out more here.

Years 7 & 8 Swimming

Running from Week 1 to Week 6 this term, students will access Friends’ Health & Fitness Pool during their weekly double Health lesson. All Year 7 and 8 students will swim for 6 weeks to complete the Aquatics Unit. The focus of this program will be swimming and water survival skills and fun games. This is a compulsory part of the Australian Curriculum.

For all swimming lessons, students will need to bring the following:

• Bathers
• Goggles
• Towel
• Swimming hat (compulsory)
• Rash vest/t-shirt (optional) 
• Optional poolside footwear (eg thongs/Crocs)

After-School Chess Club

We invite all players, new and returning, beginners or advanced, to join us on Wednesday afternoons for an hour of chess. Please email Richard Lawler for further information.

Key Class Representatives - Semester 2 Elections

The Middle School is calling for applications from students in Years 7 and 8 who would like to be considered for Key Class Representative (KCR). KCR’s join the Middle School Student Voice Council, who meet weekly, and bring forward the ideas of their Key Class. It is a fantastic role for those students who would like to try leadership and be involved in running Campus initiatives. Application information was emailed to students, and applications are due to Essie Hoggart and the students’ Key Teacher by Monday 28 July. 

One-minute speeches to Key Classes have been brought forward to Tuesday 29 or Wednesday 30 July due to Year 7 Outdoor Ed (candidates should check with their Key Teacher for their time). Please email Essie Hoggart if you have any questions.

House Pantomime - Calling Actors, Singers, Dancers and Tech Crew

Wednesday 17 September - 6pm

Student House Leaders are looking for people who want to have fun, meet new people and contribute to a fun group project! Casting decisions will be made in the coming week. You don’t need any experience; just a positive attitude! Students should sign up to their House’s Google Classroom (links have been emailed) and chat to their Student House Leader or Essie Hoggart if they have any questions! House Panto rehearsals are on Mondays at first break.

Tickets will be available soon for students, parents and friends to come and support their House and the Middle School!

Absentees

If your child will be absent from school for the day please advise the Middle School Office (phone: 6210 2235, or email: middleschooloffice@friends.tas.edu.au). We appreciate your support in this process.

Important Dates in Middle School

Wednesday 30 July - Winter Skills Mott & Penn

Thursday 31 July - Winter Skills Fry & Walker

Friday 1 August - Winter Skills Backhouse & Oats

Friday 15  August - Year 7 to 12 Swimming Carnival

Friday 12 September – Wellbeing Day, as part of Wellbeing Weekend (no K-12 classes)