As we head into Term 3 many in our community have had the added challenge of navigating an ever-changing COVID landscape. Some families and staff have been impacted by quarantine requirements with some still unable to return to Tasmania, further interrupting study programs.

I would like to acknowledge everyone who has stepped up to support our students and colleagues throughout this period. For some this has meant a return to online lessons, collaborating remotely and additional check-ins with students and families.

Here at Scotch Oakburn, we are prioritising the overall wellbeing of all students as we head […]

As has been communicated to all families, the College is partnering with Family Zone to provide greater protection and visibility of how students are using the internet and their computers during school time. The purpose of this is related to our duty of care and keeping our young people safe on their device(s) during school hours. The College already provides content filtering and internet logging on our firewall. However, this data is not readily available to teachers and pastoral staff.

Installing the Family Zone application on students’ computers has the following added benefits in regard to students’ effective use of class […]

As a part of our Community Education and Support Program, a reminder of two guest speakers events happening in August.

Respectful Relationships – Catherine Manning
17 August 7.00pm
Horton Auditorium

Hear from CEO and Program Director of SEED Workshops, Catherine Manning, as she outlines information and strategies on supporting young people as they navigate adolescence. This session is recommended for parents and guardians of students in years 6-12.

RSVP is essential – RSVP via this link

Growing up Online – Susan McLean
24 August 7.00pm
Horton Auditorium

We are pleased to welcome back to the College Australia’s foremost expert in Cybersafety and young […]

We are pleased to provide a community news section in our news highlighting events in the wider Launceston community that may be of interest to families. Included this week:

• Grasshopper Soccer – 2 to 12 years
• Learn Ten Pin Bowling – primary aged children
• Stick2Hockey – 6 to 12 years

Go to community news

The production team of Shrek is seeking assistance from members of the College community for the upcoming production. If you, or anyone you know, have experience working with hair and/or wigs and would like to volunteer to be part of the Shrek team, we would love to hear from you. Shrek’s production week is 24-28 August.

Please contact Denise Sam (Denise.Sam@soc.tas.edu.au), Katie Hill (Katie.Hill@soc.tas.edu.au) or Kathryn Gray (Kathryn.Gray@soc.tas.edu.au) for further information.

Stephen King
Head of Visual and Performing Arts