Issue 10 23 June 2021
From the Principal's Desk
This is the final newsletter for Term 2. I would like to wish all our students and their families a happy and safe Winter Break. Congratulations to all our students on an excellent semester. It has been great seeing students working hard and learning in all classrooms. After the uncertainty and challenges of last year it has been great to have things almost back to normal this semester.
Sports Carnivals
It was great to finish of the semester with our Junior and Senior Athletics Carnivals. A special mention to Miss Candice Humphreys for convening both events. It was fantastic to welcome parents and spectators back to these events. Eligible students will be invited to represent our school at the South Burnett District Sports Carnival next term.
Staffing Changes
Sadly, there are some staff who will not be back in Semester 2. Mrs Jill Cartmill will be on leave for the rest of the year. Her energy, enthusiasm and expertise to do with all things Musical will be missed and we look forward to her returning in 2022. Acting Head of Department Miss Cinita Markey is finishing her 9 month contract at the end of this term. I would like to warmly thank Miss Markey for her hard work and dedication here at Kingaroy State School and wish her all the best for the future.
Next term we will be welcoming back Head of Department Mrs Courtney Turner to the school’s Leadership Team after a stint of maternity leave. Mrs Turner will be known to most of our families and it is great to have her back. I would also like to warmly welcome Mrs Clarissa Prescott to our staff for Semester 2. Clarissa will be teaching Health (years 1 to 6) and Drama to Prep.
Parent Teacher Interviews
Our Parent Teacher interviews will be happening in Term 3. Information about when these interviews are taking place and how they can be booked will be sent out early in Term 3. I strongly encourage all parents & carers to take the opportunity to book a parent teacher interview with their child’s teacher.
Term 3
The first day of Term 3 is Monday 12th July. There is no public holiday to start the new term. Some of the big events that are happening next term include
- NAIDOC Week (Week 2)
- Parent/teacher interviews (To be confirmed)
- Book Week (Week 7)
- Grandparents & Elders Day (August 26th)
- District & Regional Athletics Carnivals
- Year 5 Camp (Week 10)
PE News
On Tuesday June 1st, two representatives from Kingaroy State School competed as a part of the South Burnett Cross Country team in Gayndah. Both students had fantastic runs on the day with Koby Laherty coming 10th in the 10 years boys 2km race and Tiahna Boothby coming second in the 12 years girls 3km race. Tiahna will now go on to complete as a part of the Wide Bay Cross Country team in the State trials which will be held in Ipswish in the upcoming weeks. Great work to both students and good luck Tiahna!
JUNIOR ATHLETIC MORNING
Students from Prep to Year 3 competed in their Junior Athletics Carnival Morning yesterday. Student had a wonderful time trying their best and showing good sporstmanship. Well done.
Junior Athletics Carnival Pics
Class News - Japanense
Storyfest
Bring your books written by Will Kostakis - Stuff Happens' , 'The First Third' and 'Rebel Gods' or books by Louise Park, 'Zac Power', 'Boy Vs Beast', 'Star Girl', 'Harriet Clare', 'Bella Dancerella' to get them signed this Thursday At Kingaroy State School as part of the Story Fest on the road' program.
Winter Craft Festival
If you are looking for activites for the holidays please check our Winter Craft Festival listing dates and workshops.
