Year 4 Turtle Talk

On Tuesday 20^th May, the Year 4 students listened to a talk on Marine Turtles form Leisa, who is part of the TurtleCare Sunshine Coast volunteers. They heard about how they can help with turtle conservation.

Here are some ways you can help in conserving the Marine Turtle population on the Sunshine Coast.

• Report turtle tracks, new nests and emerging hatchlings to our Turtle Care hotline or Coolum and North Shore Coast Care.
• Switch off your outside lights from 8pm as light pollution is distracting for turtles and hatchlings.
• Make sure you take your rubbish with you from the beach so the turtles have a clean environment to lay their eggs in.
• Stay on the right track and use the authorised beach access to reach the ocean to protect turtle nesting habitat.

Year 3 Australia Zoo Excursion

Please make sure you have signed the consent form for this excursion so that invoices can be generated. If you have not seen your consent form please come in to the office and ask for a paper copy as payment needs to be made well ahead of the event (18^th June).

Students are required to bring food for both first and second break, a water bottle, school hat and sunscreen in a small backpack. This will be their responsibility to keep safe and carry around the zoo grounds. No spending money or personal iPads/phones are permitted on this excursion. We encourage students to bring a small umbrella or raincoat if it looks like rain on the day.

Recognising National Sorry Day and the Start of Reconciliation Week

On Monday, 26th May, our school marked National Sorry Day, a significant moment of reflection and recognition in Australia's journey towards reconciliation. This important day was acknowledged during both our Junior and Senior Assemblies, where students and staff were reminded of the ongoing importance of acknowledging past injustices and working towards healing and unity.

National Sorry Day also marks the beginning of Reconciliation Week, a time dedicated to celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture, and achievements. As part of our school’s commitment to reconciliation, a group of Indigenous students from Years 4–6 had the opportunity to attend the Aunty Betty Memorial Reconciliation Walk at Dicky Beach. During this meaningful experience, students enjoyed cultural dance performances, listened to stories and wisdom shared by Elders, and explored native plants, learning about their traditional uses and cultural significance.

Earlier in the week, at school, a group of students joined Mrs Donohue in preparing the soil in our Bush Tucker Garden—a special area near the Learning Kitchen. Students helped get the garden ready for planting and witnessed the first stage of this exciting project.

As we move through the remainder of 2025, we look forward to developing the Bush Tucker Garden further. This space will continue to grow as a place of learning and respect for Indigenous knowledge and culture, becoming a vibrant and meaningful addition to our school grounds.

Level 1 Rewards Days for Term 2

Year 3 Level 1 Rewards Day will take place in the school hall on Friday 27^th June during middle session. Students will participate in a disco and will be given a treat to eat. This activity was the most popular, chosen through a survey by students.

Year 4 Level 1 Rewards Day will take place on Wednesday 25^th June. A timetable will be sent out prior to this date. Students will participate in a Nerf Archery Activity which was the most popular activity chosen through a survey by students.

Sally Donohue

3/4 Deputy Principal