We’ve had an exciting and busy few weeks at school, filled with both physical challenges and creative thinking. One of the biggest events on our calendar was our school cross country carnival, which took place at Ken Brown Oval. Even though the weather was wet, and the track was muddy, our students showed fantastic determination, great sportsmanship and plenty of school spirit. It was wonderful to see everyone encouraging their classmates and giving their best effort, no matter the conditions. The mud didn’t stop the fun — in fact, it made the day even more memorable!

We are also very proud to share that four of our students were selected to represent our school and our district at the regional cross-country championships in Cairns. This was a special experience for these students, as it included a two-night trip away and the chance to compete against some of the best runners in the region. Each of our representatives did an outstanding job, showing commitment, resilience and pride in wearing our school colours. Their results were impressive, with finishes in 7th, 8th, 24th and 30th place. These achievements are something to be very proud of, and we congratulate them on their hard work and dedication.

While students have been running outdoors, they’ve also been exercising their brains indoors as part of our new STEAM program. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics, and our students have been using this time to solve real-world problems through design and creativity. The program has given each year level a different challenge based on something we see or experience in the world around us. Year 6 students have been exploring the challenges of space and exploring the importance of constellations on both past and present cultures and communities. Year 5 students have been thinking about erosion and how we can better care for and protect our land, while Year 4 students have been investigating ways we can save and use water wisely to help our communities and the environment. It has been wonderful to see students using everyday materials, asking thoughtful questions, and working together to build models, test their ideas and explain their thinking.

We are so proud of the learning and effort that our students continue to show — whether they are running a race, creating a solution, or simply supporting one another as a team. Thank you to all our families for your ongoing support and encouragement. We are looking forward to sharing more exciting moments with you throughout the term.

Best Regards,
Mr Lochie Dunford