ANZAC Day Ceremony

Several weeks ago, students and staff commemorated ANZAC day with a very special ceremony today. Our special guests were Mr Shane Pieschel, and his daughter Ella Pieschel (Year 5). They shared what being the defence force was like for them as a family

Congratulations to our school captains for conducting the ANZAC Day assembly. They did a fantastic job as our school leaders.

Across the school, students learnt and studied the history of ANZACS and WW1. Different topics are taught in each year level and suited to the age group of students. ‘Lest we forget’. 

Every Day Counts
Parents are reminded of the importance of sending children to school every day. Being at school every day is important, with one day absent each week quickly adding up to two months of missed lessons in a year.

Unless your child is ill, it is expected that your child will be at school learning every day of the school year.

By sending your child to school every day we are together developing good habits for success at primary school and beyond. When parents do not support developing a solid routine of attending school every day issues of truancy and poor work habits can emerge.

Senior Cross Country

Congratulations to all participants who ran in cross country and fun run races recently. Thank you to our Mr Kerley and Mr Kimber for their organisation and running of the events. 

Good luck to the students in years 4-6 that have been selected in the Baringa State Primary School Cross Country Team.  These students will represent our school at the Glasshouse District Cross Country Trials on Monday 12^th of May

Year 5 Coastal Excursion – Exploring Our Changing Coastline

Our Year 5 students will soon be taking part in an exciting excursion focused on coastal erosion and environmental management. This experience will support their current studies on the changing local landscape, with a particular focus on the Pumicestone Passage and Kings Beach, and the impact of Cyclone Arthur.

Dates: Wednesday 28 May & Thursday 29 May 2025
Time: 9:15am – 12:45pm each day
Who: Five Year 5 classes (approx. 140 students, 3 groups per day)

Throughout the day, students will rotate through a range of engaging activities, including:

·         Coastal Discovery Van (presented by Coastal/EnviroCom)

·         Coastal Management Strategies: Living Seawalls, Groynes, Beach Nourishment, and Dredging

·         Catchment Story & Other Fun Activities (facilitated by Waterways staff – details to come)

This experience is designed to give students hands-on learning opportunities, expand their understanding of coastal processes, and spark meaningful discussions about how we manage and protect our coastlines.

We’re thrilled to have support from Sunshine Coast Council, whose staff will guide students through real-world strategies for managing coastal change now and into the future.

Stay tuned for photos and reflections from our young coastal scientists after the event!

Student Council Update: Crazy Hair Day

We are excited to announce that our Student Council will be hosting a Crazy Hair Day on Thursday 29^th of May to raise funds in support of Chappy Sarah, our much-loved school chaplain.

Chappy Sarah plays an important role in our school community, offering care and support to students, staff, and families. This fun event is a great way for students to show their creativity while giving back to someone who gives so much to our school.

We are asking students to bring a gold coin donation if they wish to participate. If you’d like to show a little extra support for Chappy Sarah, feel free to donate double for Chappy – every contribution helps!

Our Tuckshop will also be running a meal deal for lunch, with $1 from every meal going to support the student council’s initiative. Meal deal orders will open on Thursday 22^nd of May.

We look forward to seeing a colourful array of crazy hairstyles and the generous spirit of our school community in action.

Show Holiday 30 May 2025

The Maleny Show Holiday is scheduled for Friday, 30 May. This day will be a public holiday for the Caloundra Region.

Exciting Announcement – Year 5 & 6 Level 1 Rewards Day!

We’re pleased to announce that our Year 5 and 6 Level 1 students will be celebrating their positive behaviour and efforts with a special Rewards Day at the Caloundra Rollerdrome!

Earlier this term, students were surveyed about their preferences for the Rewards Day, and a visit to the Rollerdrome was the clear favourite. This outing recognises those who have consistently demonstrated our school values and maintained their Level 1 behaviour status throughout the term.

Where: Caloundra Rollerdrome

When: 27 June 2025

Who: Year 5 & 6 - Level 1 students

Why: To celebrate their fantastic attitude, effort, and behaviour!

Students will enjoy skating in a safe and supervised environment, with music and plenty of fun guaranteed. All skates and protective gear will be provided by the venue.

Permission notes with full details will be sent home soon.