Congratulations to our Senior Girls and Senior Boys Basketball teams on their wonderful performances at the Primary School Basketball Tournament which was held last weekend.

Our Senior Girls team competed in Division 3 and won all four games! Our girls listened to their coach, improved in every game, and played as a team. Our Senior Boys competed in Division 2, winning two out of their four games. Our boys displayed strong defence, lots of run and excellent teamwork. We are so proud of both our teams! 

Thank you very much to our fantastic coaches Priscilla Chilcott and Mel Hodge for your commitment to the teams and for the encouraging way you coached.  Thank you also to our parents who supported the tournament, and finally thank you to all the staff who came along and cheered loudly for our teams.

Sharon

Congratulations to our students who represented Mowbray Heights Primary School at the LSSSA Multiclass Athletic Carnival.  They enjoyed connecting with students from other schools, gave their absolute all and achieved great results!

We are incredibly proud of our students’ outstanding efforts and teamwork at the recent Division B Carnival. The enthusiasm and support from everyone was obvious. Our reserve students, who may not have competed on the day, played an important role in cheering on their teammates. This selflessness and dedication to the team’s success exemplifies the spirit of true sportsmanship.

Congratulations to Trevallyn Primary School for winning the Division B Carnival. Our school finished 6th overall and will compete in Division C in 2026.

We are also thrilled to share that 6 of our 8 relay teams finished on the podium and earned ribbons, proof that our hard work in training really paid off!

Congratulations to all our students for showing courage, connection and respect. We are looking forward to the 2026 carnival already!

Thank you to Mrs Galloway, Mr Geale, Mrs Symes, and our Admin team for contributing to a successful day.

Below are a list of students and teams who finished in the Top 3 for their respective events:

Students in Year 6 have been offered the opportunity to take part in the launch of Tasmanian Youth Week at the Launceston Church Grammar School on Thursday 10 April.

This experience will involve a morning of fun activities at LCGS. Students will walk across to the LCGS Senior Campus at 9:00am and return to MHPS at 1:30pm.

In the week prior to this excursion, Year 6 students will have the opportunity to design and create a t-shirt which they will wear to the event over their uniform.

Students will need recess, lunch and a drink on this day as they will not be able to access the canteen. Students will be supervised on this excursion by the Year 5/6 teachers.

5-6 Team

On Friday 11 April, Year 1-2 classes will be watching the movie Happy Feet (Rated G). In the world of the emperor penguins who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing.  But he can tap dance something fierce!

On Friday 11 April, students from Years 3-6 will be watching the movie, Ratatouille (Rated PG). The story follows a young rat named Remy, who dreams of becoming a chef at a famous Paris restaurant. He tries to achieve his goal by forming an unlikely alliance with the restaurant's garbage boy Alfredo Linguini.

The Buzz will be starting a new group of beginners in Term 2.

What is The Buzz?

• The Buzz is a beginner brass band facilitated by volunteer members of the City Of Launceston RSL Band.
• Instruments on offer are cornet, trombone, trombone mini and euphonium. All learner instruments are made of plastic and are ideal for children.
• The Buzz lessons are weekly on a Thursday afternoon from 3:10 pm - 4:00 pm. Lessons take place in the school PAC. Students will need to be collected from the PAC at 4:00 pm.
• There is no charge for lessons, instrument hire or book hire. We do expect that all students will take care of borrowed instruments and books and be responsible for bringing them to school on Thursdays.

Learning any musical instrument is a challenge and requires patience, persistence, a positive attitude and plenty of practice.  Learning a brass instrument has the added challenge of producing a sound (a buzz).  Students who join The Buzz need to be prepared to practise at home in order to make progress on their instrument.

If your child is interested in joining The Buzz they can see Mrs Partridge for more information. You can also email Mrs Partridge at cherie.partridge@decyp.tas.gov.au if you have any queries.

To the Mowbray Heights Primary School Community,

As the new Chairperson of the School Association Committee, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our outgoing Chairperson Priscilla Chilcott, for her incredible work over the past years. Her dedication to representing parents and supporting our school has been invaluable and we are grateful for it. I very much look forward to learning from her while she remains a member of our committee.

I would also like to welcome both new and continuing members of the committee, Ben Nitschke (parent member), Shannon Klekociuk (parent member), Nora Jackson (parent member), Lisa Probert, Sharon Rafferty, and of course, Sharon Symes Thank you to the outgoing members, Jasmine Bird, Julia Ayers and Stephen Smyth. A special thank you to Stephen Smyth for his decades of valuable participation on the committee, as Secretary. We wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement.

To all Mowbray Heights Primary School parents and carers, we encourage you to engage with the School Association Committee members on any issues that arise for you. Feel free to contact us at mhpsschoolassociation@gmail.com or come and talk with us directly. A great opportunity to connect will be the next Snag 'n' Chat on Wednesday, 9 April at 3:00 pm.

Looking forward to the year ahead,

Belen Yanotti - School Association Chairperson

As our children grow and learn, technology plays an increasing role in their daily lives. While screens can be an exciting and valuable tool for learning and communication, it’s important to ensure that children’s screen time is balanced with physical activity, sleep, and face-to-face interactions.

According to the Raising Children Network, it’s recommended that children aged 5 to 12 spend no more than 2 hours a day on recreational screen activities, such as watching TV or playing video games. These activities should not interfere with time spent on physical activity, or family interactions.

Excessive screen time can lead to poor posture, sleep disturbances, and feelings of isolation, anxiety, or stress. Encouraging regular breaks, physical activity, and social interactions supports overall well-being.

Practical Tips for Parents and Caregivers

1. Set Screen Time Limits: The Raising Children Network suggests setting consistent limits on screen time and making sure it doesn't interfere with other important activities like homework, chores, or outdoor play.
2. Encourage Active Screen Time: Not all screen time is created equal. Look for educational games, apps, or shows that encourage problem-solving, creativity, or learning.
3. Create Tech-Free Zones: Designate areas, such as the dining room or bedrooms, as screen-free zones to encourage family interaction and better sleep hygiene.
4. Be a Role Model: Children often mimic the behaviour of adults. Set a good example by limiting your own screen time during family activities and show the value of face-to-face communication.
5. Prioritise Outdoor Play and Exercise: Encourage children to spend more time outdoors, whether it’s playing sports, riding bikes, or simply going for a walk. Physical activity is a key component of overall health and development.
6. Discuss the Content: Talk with your child about the content they access online. Understand what apps, games, and websites they are using, and ensure these are appropriate for their age.

By maintaining a balance between screen time, physical activity, and social interactions, we can help ensure that our children are growing up in a healthy and well-rounded environment. As a school community, we all play a part in helping children develop healthy screen habits that will serve them well in the future.

For more information please visit Raising Children Network School-age screen time: tips for balance | Raising Children Network

Launching into Learning groups have started!

We would love to re-connect with our families and welcome new ones with children from birth to 4 years.

Why come to Launching into Learning?

• Play and learn alongside your child
• Meet other families
• Get to know the school staff
• Get ready for school

Programs include Kindy Gym, Pre Kinder, Playgroup and Stay and Play. See the information below for times and details.

Please talk to a member of the LiL team or the school office if you would like some more information about our programs.

Lisa Probert, Danielle Evans and Kelsey Campbell