Ulverstone, situated on Tasmania’s North West Coast is a centre of 15,000 people serving a rich agricultural area. Ulverstone High School serves the town of Ulverstone and surrounding rural communities. It was established in 1953 and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2003. Associated primary Schools include Forth, Sprent, East Ulverstone, West Ulverstone, Ulverstone Central and Sacred Heart Catholic School. The student population has been fairly stable over the last few years and is currently approximately 515 students. Ulverstone High School continues to explore ways to transform learning for students from grade 7–10 with a focus on personalising the learning pathways we offer our students. Our School motto is Care, Create, and Achieve. In 2008 we commenced the TAPP program which enables students to experience TAFE and work place learning. In 2008 we commenced a two semester program for all grade 9 - 10 students which provides them with the flexibility of choosing six courses of study for 250 minutes each week. In recent years the school has seen the administration area and grade 7 teaching areas upgraded. Art and Science facilities were refurbished in 2002 and parents, students and staff value these improvements. The school has also had substantial improvements through Federal Government funding in the Investing in our Schools program. Areas upgraded include Audio Visual facilities along with the installation of energy efficient air conditioners. The school was successful in gaining a 1.7 million dollar Science Centre for the 21st Century which was completed and opened in May 2011. This complex includes a wind turbine to enhance student learning on renewable energy sources. Pride in our School funding provided a new Weight Room and Dance Studio which has been built onto our existing gymnasium. Student leadership and contribution to school life is a vital aspect of our school community. Examples of leadership roles include: the SRC, 9/10 Peer Support Leaders, Sports Leaders, Library monitors and Canteen..