State Awards
District Awards
Non-District Awards
Start @ TAFE Program (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for ongoing commitment and support to re-engaging early school leavers in further education or training
Workplace Learning Services (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for excellence in the development of effective and sustainable learning partnerships with Tasmanian enterprises
Horticulture (South) Team (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for strategic development of industry partnerships with a focus on mutual benefits
Kirsty Sharp (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for ongoing support and implementation of flexible learning practices
E-learn (online) Program - Jenny Seaton, John Tucker, Sandra Laird, Steve Omant
(Institute of TAFE Tasmania and Tasmanian Communities Online):
for using innovative teaching and learning strategies to meet the computer literacy needs of adult Tasmanians
Lyn Chapman (Mersey-Leven Child Care Services):
for developing the Glass Safety Assessment tool to assist Family Day Care Scheme staff and carers to implement new glass licensing standards
Action Research Project for the Essential Connections document (Pam Palmer and Barbara Blest):
for outstanding professionalism and commitment to researching children’s learning in early childhood settings with energy and rigor
Dancing Dolphins Room: Science and Technology Program (Elanora Child Care Centre)
for providing children with opportunities to learn about science and technology in an authentic and engaging learning environment
Bryony Nainby (State Library of Tasmania):
for raising the profile of the State Library of Tasmania through a range of innovative marketing and promotion strategies
STORS (Stable Tasmanian Open Repository Service) (State Library of Tasmania and Service Tasmania):
for developing an innovative service to enable long-term storage of Tasmanian electronic documents
Bridging the Jordan (Herdsmans Cove Primary School, Bridgewater-Brighton Online Access Centre):
for developing a website that raises awareness of the range of community groups in the Bridgewater/Brighton area
First Links Statewide Program: an Early Childhood Autism Specific Intervention:
for supporting a range of positive outcomes for young children with autism and their families across Tasmania
Collaborative e-learning (Distance Education Tasmania)
for giving distance education students the opportunity to take part in a real-time interactive classroom using sound and vision
Jennifer Branch:
for making a significant contribution to education in Tasmania
Rosny College Shop:
for a successful student enterprise initiative operating in partnership with Mission Australia
Denise French:
for expertise in beautifying the school grounds at Orford Primary School
Health and Wellbeing at Lauderdale (Lyn Goodwin, Project Coordinator):
for encompassing a community wide focus on promoting and sustaining healthy lifestyles at school and in the home
Grade Time and Safe School Program:
for providing the basis of a safe and supportive school community at Rose Bay High School
Born to Read (Montello Primary School):
for promoting early literacy skills in birth to four year olds through a weekly parent and child program
Martin Stalker
for creating a farm learning environment at Burnie High School that provides students and the local community with an exceptional place of learning
Parklands High School Burnie Show Program:
for providing an opportunity for students to be involved in a highly valued community based program in partnership with the Burnie Show Society
Making Positive Choices Program (Spreyton Primary School):
for an integrated approach focusing on increasing the protective factors and resiliency in children
Bringing School and Community Together (West Ulverstone Primary School):
for successfully building support and community confidence through positive school and community relations
Bruce Cameron (Devonport High School):
for developing a nationally recognised extra-curricular program based on kayaking
Christine Walker and Bagdad Primary School’s Landcare Program
for providing students with ongoing authentic opportunities to learn about environmental matters
Early Years Program (Mt Faulkner Primary School):
for providing a range of supportive and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities for pre-school children and their parents
Sue Le Messurier and Chris Bush (Claremont College):
for making a significant contribution to the educational and employment outcomes of students at the New Norfolk annex
Huon Stronger Communities Partnership
for working together to reduce crime and improve school attendance in the Huon Valley
Volunteer Partnerships at Glen Huon Primary School (Paul Denholm, Cheryl Motts, Mick Anning, Belinda Melton):
for ongoing support of the staff and students at Glen Huon Primary School
Literacy Conversations in Hartz
for providing teachers in the Hartz District with the opportunity to share best practice in literacy teaching
Susan Neighbour (The Boys’ Lifestyle Group):
for providing an opportunity for participants to explore personal, emotional and cultural issues within a supportive social context
Flinders Island District High Birding Festival:
for developing a multi-faceted community festival to celebrate the leaving of the mutton birds
Margaret Osborne:
for contributing to outstanding retention rates in the Break O’Day municipality for students moving from year 10 to year 11
Mick Le Rossignol:
for outstanding contribution to education as a teacher and principal
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Arthur District
Born to Read (Montello Primary School):
for promoting early literacy skills in birth to four year olds through a weekly parent and child program
Martin Stalker:
for creating a farm learning environment at Burnie High School that provides students and the local community with an exceptional place of learning
Parklands High School Burnie Show Program:
for providing an opportunity for students to be involved in a highly valued community based program in partnership with the Burnie Show Society
Mooreville Road Education Precinct (Creative Pathways Project):
for creating positive community relationships that enhance the provision of education and promote lifelong learning in Burnie
Erica Ashby (Certificate of Work Skills Team Leader):
for outstanding leadership in the Certificate of Work Skills program at Hellyer College
Andrew Gates (Parklands Automotive Program):
for the provision of hands-on, ‘real life’ learning experiences for students at Parklands High School
Debbie Marshall:
for an outstanding contribution to the school community, staff, students and parents at Parklands High School
Dianne Lee
for providing outstanding service to students with special needs
Vicki Brumby
for innovation and exemplary leadership in eLearning in LOTE
Robert Weidinger
for providing outstanding I.T. service and support to West Coast Schools
Robert Boarder
for outstanding achievement as a school attendant at Cooee Primary School
Tess Britt
for outstanding service to the school community through music programs based at Ridgley Primary School
Team Challenge (Montello Primary School, Burnie Police and Citizens Youth Club):
for a learning partnership that promotes teamwork, leadership skills and cooperation through a range of physical challenges
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Barrington District
‘Tabbelte-Elebeena’ (Mentoring Program for Indigenous Students):
for improving educational outcomes for indigenous students at The Don College
The transformation of Reece High School:
for transforming education in the secondary context through innovative learning environments
Making Positive Choices Program (Spreyton Primary School):
for an integrated approach focusing on increasing the protective factors and resiliency in children
Mrs Jan Gray (‘How the Anzacs have made a positive difference to our society’):
for coordinating a grade 4/5 integrated inquiry unit culminating in the painting of a mural depicting the Anzac story
Whole School Literacy Focus (Riana Primary School):
for commitment to supporting students’ literacy needs in partnership with the local community
Margaret Hallam:
for exemplary standards of service to the educational community in the Barrington Education District
Adrian O’Connor:
for developing and promoting the use of Geographic Information Systems within the Department of Education
Swimming and Water-Safety Program (Forth Primary School):
for providing ongoing development of swimming and water safety skills to all students from kindergarten to grade 6
Learning Assistance Program (LAP) (Forth Primary School):
for providing learning assistance to students who are identified as having particular learning needs
Carolyn Cross and The Ulverstone High School Concert Band:
for outstanding contribution to the arts at Ulverstone High School
Bringing School and Community Together (West Ulverstone Primary School):
for successfully building support and community confidence through positive school and community relations
Bruce Cameron:
for developing a nationally recognised extra-curricular program based on kayaking
Lindy Yaxley:
for outstanding commitment to students with special needs at Ulverstone High School
Julie Holloway:
for excellence in school office administration and dedication and loyalty to all aspects of Latrobe High School
Barrington Support Service: Samantha Abblitt, Julie Argent, Greg Wilson, Karen Whish-Wilson, Stuart Miller:
for providing a variety of flexible learning programs for students who are not able to access full-time education in a school environment
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Bowen District
Rosny College Shop:
for a successful student enterprise initiative operating in partnership with Mission Australia
Denise French:
for expertise in beautifying the school grounds at Orford Primary School
Health and Wellbeing at Lauderdale (Lyn Goodwin, Project Coordinator):
for encompassing a community wide focus on promoting and sustaining healthy lifestyles at school and in the home
Implementation of the Essential Learnings Framework at Clarence High School:
for commitment to implementing the ELF incorporating the First Learning Program, Junior World Futures Program and Inquiry Based Learning- Personal Inquiry Program
Grade Time and Safe School Program:
for providing the basis of a safe and supportive school community at Rose Bay High School
NAIDOC Week Website @ Rokeby Primary School (Nick Rabe, Gavin Evans, Grant Williams):
for creating a website in partnership with Rosny College that recognises and acknowledges the significance of indigenous culture to the Rokeby community
David Watkins:
for consistently developing and delivering outstanding pastoral care programs to students at Cambridge Primary School
Geilston Bay High School Ancillary Staff (Les Currie, Janet Howie, Mary Johnson, Barbara Oates, Alan Broom, Jimmy Crossin, Rosemary Stone):
for excellence and initiative in caring for all areas of the school environment
Sue Torok:
for coordinating an excellent Art Program at Lindisfarne Primary School and for commitment to students over many years
Laurel Marks:
for working in the Clarence High School Learning Centre with dedication to achieving successful outcomes for students
Margaret Hawkes
for outstanding contribution to school and community education at Dodges Ferry Primary School
Dr Christiane Bostock
for leadership in LOTE and conducting immersion weekends for teachers and adult students of French in Tasmania
Rosny College Human Powered Vehicle Project
for a trans-disciplinary project giving students the opportunity to develop and apply new skills involving the design and construction of a human powered vehicle
A Flying Start at Rokeby (Lillian Smith, Helen Johnston, Di Kinghorn, Maureen McKeown):
for easing the transition process for students moving from their associated primary schools to Rokeby High School to improve student outcomes
Jenny Castle:
for outstanding commitment and contribution to Teacher Aide training and learning over many years
Bridging the Jordan (Herdsmans Cove Primary School, Bridgewater-Brighton Online Access Centre):
for developing a website that raises awareness of the range of community groups in the Bridgewater/Brighton area
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Derwent District
Leanne Jordan (Derwent Support Service):
for outstanding service as Support Teacher at Abbotsfield Primary School
Abbotsfield Primary Superstars:
for providing enrichment and additional support to children in need
Christine Walker and Bagdad Primary School’s Landcare Program:
for providing students with ongoing authentic opportunities to learn about environmental matters
Helen Manser and Jordan River Services:
for accessing funds and assisting in organising volunteers to establish breakfast programs in schools in the Bridgewater area
Alison Burbury, Janice Romaszko, Annie Patterson:
for excellence in implementing the Essential Learnings at Brighton Primary School
Simone Mulcahy (Claremont College):
for innovative and inspiring project-based teaching that results in students achieving real outcomes
Sue Le Messurier and Chris Bush (Claremont College):
for making a significant contribution to the educational and employment outcomes of students at the New Norfolk annex
Annie Beecroft:
for making an outstanding contribution to environmental education in schools in the Derwent Valley area
Ouse Community College:
for providing a variety of education services to the Ouse community
Early Years Program (Mt Faulkner Primary School):
for providing a range of supportive and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities for pre-school children and their parents
Derwent Valley Community Support Panel:
for establishing a community partnership to support ‘highly at risk’ students and their families
Roxanne Pritchard (New Norfolk High School):
for building understanding and fostering tolerance of diversity throughout the school community
Roseneath Inclusion Program:
for successfully making inclusion at Roseneath Primary School a daily reality for all students
Staff of Rosetta High School (Curriculum Consultation Transformation Project):
for enthusiastically developing and implementing numerous projects in support of the Curriculum Consultation Review and school improvement
Carolynn Dilger:
for developing and implementing programs at Rosetta Primary School in line with the Supportive Schools Framework
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Esk District
Christine Brown and Amanda Wenn:
for providing students with online opportunities to work with the Migration Exhibition at the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery
Patrick Gambles (Community Education Programs):
for facilitating and implementing a number of highly valued community education programs in the Esk District
Susan Neighbour (The Boys’ Lifestyle Group):
for providing an opportunity for participants to explore personal, emotional and cultural issues within a supportive social context
Flinders Island District High Birding Festival:
for developing a multi-faceted community festival to celebrate the leaving of the mutton birds
Margaret Osborne:
for contributing to outstanding retention rates in the Break O’Day municipality for students moving from year 10 to year 11
Pathway to Kindergarten (Lynn Wyllie-Watson and Leanne Petersen):
for successfully preparing children for school and learning and for empowering parents in the process
Boys Group Program (Peter Daniel and Wayne Blazely):
for initiating and working with a Boys Group at Deloraine Primary School to help participants achieve better learning outcomes in all educational areas
Trish Clemons:
for outstanding support of school communities, in particular the education of children with special needs
Ian Edmondson:
for outstanding leadership in the implementation of the Essential Learnings Framework at Beaconsfield Primary School and throughout the Esk District
Julie Briggs:
for outstanding leadership in the implementation of the Essential Learnings Framework at Evandale Primary School and in the South Launceston Cluster
Newstead College (Performing Arts Program):
for consistently achieving high levels of excellence in the areas of music, dance and drama
Early Learning Together (A George Town Schools/Community Partnership Project):
for an effective partnership that supports the learning and development of birth to four year olds in George Town
David Holt and Libby Harper:
for dedication to providing the most engaging curriculum for students, always with their individual needs in mind
EL’s District Project Team (Diane Henning, Louise Fisher, Lucy McCarthy):
for excellence in organising, administering and supporting professional learning for all teachers and support staff in the Esk District related to curriculum reform
Glen Dhu Super Skippers (Raelene Beckett and Janette Nielsen):
for dedicating both work and personal time to develop and lead an elite skipping team that is recognised across Tasmania
Deloraine High School Chaplaincy Program:
for an exemplary partnership between Deloraine High School and the combined churches of Deloraine
Tamara Johnston:
for inspirational and caring service in providing lifelong learning opportunities for children and adults through the Ravenswood Community Garden
Ro Blaney:
for exemplary service to The Launceston College Playgroup, which provides outstanding practical experience to students studying in areas related to Child Studies
Robyn Bowyer-Bower, Neila Williamson, Sue Butler (Teacher Aides - Exeter High School):
for commitment to ensuring students with special learning needs have equity of access to the curriculum
Sally Fisher:
for outstanding educational leadership, particularly in the area of mentoring colleagues at Rocherlea Primary School
Greg James:
for outstanding educational leadership in relation to the implementation of the Essential Learnings Framework
Mick Le Rossignol:
for outstanding contribution to education as a teacher and principal
Music Mates (Norwood Primary School):
for an outstanding music program at Norwood Primary School with a focus on students with disabilities
Donelle Batty:
for exemplary teaching skills, innovation and leadership in schools and the e-magine Online Campus
Newspapers in Education Week (The Examiner) (Sallyann Geale, Janine Davis):
for increasing students’ understanding of the media through a high quality program based on the Essential Learnings Framework
Elizabeth Daly:
for outstanding contribution to education in Tasmania
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Hartz District
Literacy Conversations in Hartz:
for providing teachers in the Hartz District with the opportunity to share best practice in literacy teaching
Huon Stronger Communities Partnership:
for working together to reduce crime and improve school attendance in the Huon Valley
Senior Primary Program (Lenah Valley Primary School):
for supporting grade 5 and 6 students in making a seamless transition to high school
Roslyn Teirney:
for excellence in the use of Information and Communication Technologies in teaching and learning
Volunteer Partnerships at Glen Huon Primary School (Paul Denholm, Cheryl Motts, Mick Anning, Belinda Melton):
for ongoing support of the staff and students at Glen Huon Primary School
Walking School Bus (South Hobart Primary School):
for successfully trialling a safe way for children to get to school while improving their fitness and the environment
Claire Blichfeldt:
for enthusiastic and inspiring science teaching at Ogilvie High School
Alternative Education Program (AEP) (Marilyn Pennington-Smith, Nick Donnelly):
for maintaining and maximising educational connection for students at risk of disengagement in the Hartz District
The 3R’s (Respect, Rights, Responsibility) (Geeveston District High School):
for a flexible social skills program that benefits all students
Theatre as Education Project (Tony Soszynski):
for providing real life learning for students at Hobart College and exploring complex social issues through the medium of theatre
Senior Tutor Program (Taroona Primary School):
for an innovative and successful program whereby volunteer tutors from the local community work with students
The Kingston High School Annual Production:
for providing all students with the opportunity to demonstrate their dramatical and musical talents to the community
Elizabeth College International Sister School Program:
for developing and maintaining positive sister school relationships in Japan and China
Melissa Wickins:
for making an outstanding contribution to the quality of learning and teaching of languages in the Hartz District as LOTE Coordinator
New Town High School Tas Bash Entry:
for successfully engaging ‘at risk’ students in project-based learning with positive outcomes for students and the community
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Non-District Awards
Childcare
Lyn Chapman (Mersey-Leven Child Care Services):
for developing the Glass Safety Assessment tool to assist Family Day Care Scheme staff and carers to implement new glass licensing standards
Sandra Taylor:
in recognition of outstanding work as a child carer at The Valley Children’s Centre in New Norfolk
Lady Gowrie Tasmania:
for developing the Child Care Management Model to provide a career path for committed, motivated and aspiring early childhood professionals
‘A Journey of Inquiry’ (Benjafield Child Care Centre):
for providing a responsive and flexible program to implement the Reggio Philosophy, that documents and celebrates children’s learning
Wynyard Children’s Services:
for providing the Wynyard community with a range of high quality, continuous care options for birth to 12 year olds
Action Research Project for the Essential Connections document (Pam Palmer and Barbara Blest):
for outstanding professionalism and commitment to researching children’s learning in early childhood settings with energy and rigor
Sheelagh and Max Arnold:
for 23 years of providing a high standard of care to children through the Glenorchy Family Day Care Scheme
Charlotte and Ken Cunningham:
for enthusiasm and dedication to excellence in providing Family Day Care to children in Glenorchy
Catherine Kelly:
for providing a high standard of care to children through the Clarence Family Day Care Scheme
Inclusion of African families (Lady Gowrie Child Centre – Campbell Street):
for commitment to embracing and supporting African refugee families and providing care for their children
Stepping Stones Children’s Centres:
for outstanding commitment to supporting staff in the achievement of learning goals
Dancing Dolphins Room: Science and Technology Program (Elanora Child Care Centre):
for providing children with opportunities to learn about science and technology in an authentic and engaging learning environment
Transition Partnership between Alexander Beetle House and Burnie Primary School:
for commitment to building positive pathways between child care and the school environment
Acton Primary School, Upper Burnie Primary School and Burnie Children’s Services Outside School Hours Care Pilot Project:
for a successful partnership resulting in professional development benefits and the achievement of key learning outcomes for children
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Department of Education
Statewide Assessor Network (Teacher Aide Learning and Recognition Framework):
for supporting and assessing teacher aides around Tasmania to gain a nationally recognised qualification
First Links Statewide Program: an Early Childhood Autism Specific Intervention:
for supporting a range of positive outcomes for young children with autism and their families across Tasmania
Collaborative e-learning (Distance Education Tasmania):
for giving distance education students the opportunity to take part in a real-time interactive classroom using sound and vision
Jennifer Branch:
for making a significant contribution to education in Tasmania
School Administration Learning and Recognition Framework:
for assisting school office employees to develop their careers in Tasmania
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Libraries
STORS (Stable Tasmanian Open Repository Service) (State Library of Tasmania and Service Tasmania):
for developing an innovative service to enable long-term storage of Tasmanian electronic documents
Seniors Reading at Smithton Library:
for promoting a love of literature to residents of the Emmerton Park Hostel
Jayne Reed:
for outstanding commitment to helping others research the local history of Queenstown
Maureen Mann:
for encouraging children, parents and people with print disabilities to develop a love of reading
Sue Atkinson:
for making a significant contribution to the social capital at Levendale Primary School through innovation
Bryony Nainby:
for raising the profile of the State Library of Tasmania through a range of innovative marketing and promotion strategies
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Online Access Centres
Sue Hodgetts (Penguin Online Access Centre):
for outstanding commitment to adult and community education
Cheryl Robertson (Geeveston Online Access Centre):
for creating a vibrant hub for community learning in the Geeveston area
John Richardson
for commitment to advocating information and communications technology in the Campbell Town community
Yolla Kinder PC Program (Yolla Online Access Centre, Yolla District High School):
for giving kindergarten children the opportunity to have regular access to and assistance in using computers
Burnie Online Access Centre Volunteers (Sonja Vaane, Janine Lillico, Debra Barrett, Sarah Robertson):
for outstanding dedication to learning and passing on new skills
Wilmot Community Flyer (Wilmot Online Access Centre, Wilmot Primary School):
for an effective school and community partnership resulting in the acquisition of new skills and experiences
Sorell OAC Advisory Committee:
for outstanding dedication and commitment to the Sorell Online Access Centre and the local community
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TAFE
Start @ TAFE Program (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for ongoing commitment and support to re-engaging early school leavers in further education or training
Horticulture (South) Team (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for strategic development of industry partnerships with a focus on mutual benefits
Kirsty Sharp (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for ongoing support and implementation of flexible learning practices
Aboriginal Training Program (TAFE Tasmania):
for improving employment, learning and training outcomes for the Aboriginal community through the development of relevant training partnerships
E-learn (online) Program - Jenny Seaton, John Tucker, Sandra Laird, Steve Omant
(Institute of TAFE Tasmania and Tasmanian Communities Online)
for using innovative teaching and learning strategies to meet the computer literacy needs of adult Tasmanians
Glenorchy Project - Sally Dabner and Chris Martin (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for ongoing commitment to empowering unemployed Tasmanians
Clothing and Textiles (South) and Blundstone Pty Ltd - Training Partnership (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for excellence in the development and support of workplace learning
Community Services and Health Program (Smithton Campus) (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for responding to the training needs of a remote community
Marcus Ragus (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for commitment to providing innovative and flexible approaches to workplace training
Electrotechnology (South) and Cadbury Schweppes - Training Partnership (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for supporting employees to grasp new technologies through the implementation of structured training programs
Practice Firm network (Institute of TAFE Tasmania)
for excellence in the development of simulated business environments
Workplace Learning Services (Institute of TAFE Tasmania):
for excellence in the development of effective and sustainable learning partnerships with Tasmanian enterprises
