Term 2 Week 5 School Newsletter
- Upcoming Events
- Principal Message
- News from the Prep - Year 2 Deputy Principal
- News from the Year 3 - 6 Deputy Principal
- News from the Wellbeing, Engagement & Inclusion Deputy Principal
- News from the Head of Inclusive Education
- News from the Head of Department Curriculum Prep - Year 6
- News from the Guidance Officer
- DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR PROGRAM (DSMP)
- Focus
- Focus Clubs Term 2
- Q Parents
- Attendance Matters
- Huon Street Crossing
- Reading Eggs and Maths Seed Subscriptions
- National Simultaneous Story Time
- Prep Connect
- Free Dress Day
- Athletics Days
- Prep Enrolments Open for 2025
- Instrumental Music Program
- Sports News
- Bike Bus News
- Run Club
- Student of the Week
- Attendance Award
- Golden Garden Gnome Award
- The Most Valuable Teammate Award
- Roaming Wild Year 2 Incursion
- Montessori Prep Open Afternoon
- Parades
- Senior Choir
- Around the Classroom
- P&C News
- OSHC News
- Smithfield State High School News
- Community News
Upcoming Events
Principal Message
News from the Prep - Year 2 Deputy Principal
Wow we are half way through term 2 already! So many exciting things are happening!
Next week we will be participating in the National simultaneous story time with the book Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker. There may be a few bowers popping up around the school.
This week I have had the opportunity to participate in the Early Years Conference that was held in Cairns. I look forward to sharing some of the fantastic parent resources that are available for families.
Martina Jackman
News from the Year 3 - 6 Deputy Principal
Welcome to Week 6! We are just past the half way mark of term and our classrooms are buzzing with activity as assessment and reporting rapidly approaches.
Over the last couple of weeks, I have had the pleasure of going into classes and seeing our students working towards their English goals. Our Year 4 students are exploring neologisms and spoonerisms in poetry and were astonished to discover that some of the vocabulary they take for granted have not always been considered ‘real’ words. Year 5 students are learning the art of debating and hopefully it won’t cause too much angst at home as they practice their persuasive argument skills.
A reminder also that our Young Scholars programs wrap up for the semester at the end of this term. Students will be offered a place in Young Scholars Semester 2 based on the report card that will be sent out in Week 10 this term. Students must maintain an A or B standard of achievement in Maths, English & Science and their attendance & behaviour must be exemplary to be offered a place in Semester 2.
Excursions and camps for Term 3 are currently being finalised. Look out for information about the Year 6 camp, Year 5 Boating excursions, and the Year 3 Beach walk over the next couple of weeks.
Regards
Leanne Bell
News from the Wellbeing, Engagement & Inclusion Deputy Principal
A big hello to all our parents and families. It has been great getting to know as many of you as possible around the school at drop off and pick up times, parent meetings or at school parades.
In this newsletter I would like to highlight some websites with helpful information for parents with a focus on everyday challenges like big emotions and school refusal.
Manage everyday challenges with positive parenting strategies
Childhood is made up of many little moments. Difficult moments, magic moments, and more. Because we all want what’s best for our child – now, and in the future – it’s good to be able to make the most of every moment, whether it’s savouring the great ones or coping confidently with the tricky ones.
- Little kids can have BIG emotions. And that can mean tantrums, bedtime battles, aggressive behaviour. Parents and carers need positive solutions that really work, for all kinds of situations.
- When children get better at things like routines, sharing, and getting along with others, family life gets a lot better.
- Small issues are sorted out before they become big ones.
- Kids gain valuable life skills like problem-solving to help them now, and in the future.
- Children can learn to talk about strong emotions and handle them in healthy ways.
Click here to find what FREE course are available.
School Refusal
Sometimes though, the idea of going to school can be cause for severe distress for a young person and can result in a reluctance to go to school and an increase in nonattendance. High levels of distress and a reluctance to go to school is known as school refusal. This time can be distressing for both parents and children.
There are often several factors that can contribute toward the development of school refusal behaviours including individual, family, school and the community. A young person may be experiencing anxiety, their parents may be separating, they may have transitioned to a new school or experiencing challenges with peers such as bullying. There can be a range of underlying factors that result in severe distress associated with school.
Click here for additional information and resources.
News from the Head of Inclusive Education
Our students are showing us that they are ready to learn each day at school and are focussed on their learning which is evident in their work and behaviour.
In Term 2 in the Inclusive Education Centre, we liaise with regional staff such as departmental therapists and disability advisors to ensure we are working toward a common goal to differentiate support so every student is able to realise their potential. Regional staff and advisors provide our school with specialist advice and recommendations to enable students to access and fully participate in learning on the same basis as their peers.
Why are we required to make reasonable adjustments?
School staff are required to make reasonable adjustments for students with disability under relevant legislation including the:
- Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA)
- Disability Standards for Education 2005 (DSE)
- Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld)
- Human Rights Act 2019 (Qld) (HRA)
What is a reasonable adjustment?
The DSE require reasonable adjustments to be made to enable students with disability to access and participate in education on the same basis as students without disability. On the same basis means that students with disability are provided with opportunities and choices that are comparable to those available to students without disability.
An adjustment is reasonable if it:
- supports a student with disability to participate in education on the same basis as other students
- takes into account the student’s learning needs
- balances the interests, including safety, of all parties, such as the student with disability, staff members and other students.
We value culture and inclusion at Trinity Beach State School and know that partnerships between school and regional staff, parents/carers and community organisations assist us to identify and implement reasonable adjustments for students with disability and additional needs at our school.
If you would like to learn more about reasonable adjustments for your child, please make a time to see me in the Inclusive Education Centre.
SAMANTHA ILIC
News from the Head of Department Curriculum Prep - Year 6
We are well into Term 2, and students have begun their assessments. It is crucial for students to attend school regularly to ensure they can complete their assessments successfully. Please make sure to check with your child's teacher for the assessment dates or refer to the year level curriculum overview that was sent out in Week 3.
Semester One report cards will be emailed out in week 10 to the email address provided to the school upon your child’s enrolment. If there have been any changes to your contact information, please contact the administration office to have it updated.
News from the Guidance Officer
Hello everybody – I hope your year is progressing well, and your child/ren are now settled into their classes and school routines.
It has been wonderful to see how many students have been working on their emotional regulation, and have improved these skills – a HUGE thank you to the families who are doing this work at home, to support what is also being done at school.
Support options for families
- If you’re worried about your child’s mental health, your General Practitioner (GP) can be an excellent support. Have a chat with them about what support options might be available. Make an appointment with your GP for your child (and you) to attend together. If a face to face appointment is not possible, Telehealth (over the phone) appointments can also be a good option. Discuss your worries with your GP, and see what supports / ideas they can offer. All GPs have training in assessing mental health and wellbeing.
- Link with phone or online services to get some ideas on promoting wellbeing for your child. A range of excellent websites and phone services are available – here are a few links to get you started.
Parentline – phone 1300 301 300 or online at www.parentline.com.au
Kids’ Help Line – phone 1800 551 800 or online at https://kidshelpline.com.au
Beyond Blue – phone 1300 224 636 or https://healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au
- Speak with services to get some support for you / your child / children – some options include:
Act for Kids have support available for you and your family. You can self-refer by calling 13 32 64 (intake number) and discussing what support or assistance you’re looking for. Their main office is located in Cairns City, however they can do outreach appointments (to your area) if needed, or meetings by phone.
Uniting Care Counselling – Provide 1:1 counselling for children and adults, and can do this at school for children if needed, families can self-refer – Ph 1300 096 203
Centacare counselling – Provide 1:1 counselling for children and adults, and can do this at school for children if needed, families can self-refer – Ph 4044 0130
- If any of these services would like information about what we (staff) see at school – regarding your child – we are able to provide this with your consent.
DEFENCE SCHOOL MENTOR PROGRAM (DSMP)
It is really important that all Defence students/families can access the resources provided by the Defence School Mentor Program!
If you are part of a Defence Family and don’t know about the DSMP please reach out to Hayley Thomas on the below email hthom546@eq.edu.au
Reminder to students
Defence Kids Club
Fridays 1st lunch break!
Focus
Week 4
Week 5 & 6
Focus Clubs Term 2
Q Parents
To continue to streamline the school’s sale for all items – school fees, excursions, performances, instrumental music we are moving to a cashless school. This allows our school to reduce the time, effort and expenses required to collect and follow up payments from parents and students. When you receive an invoice payments can be made online via BPOINT or QParents.
We are proud of being a relatively-cashless school and thank you for moving online with us!
QParents
QP is an online portal helping the school move toward a cashless and paper friendly school.
- The QP portal allows Parents and Carers to grant participation consent online for activities such as swimming and excursions which reduces our need to print out paper consent forms
- Also, the QP portal enables Parents and Carers to make payment online for school activities and viewing unpaid invoices payment history.
Thank you to all those parents who have registered for QParents. This means every registered parent now has the opportunity to access to their children’s student records at their fingertips, anytime, anywhere. Haven’t received an invitation from us yet? There’s still time! Please let us know immediately. Or if you are simply looking for further information, videos and FAQs on QParents, visit https://qparents.qld.edu.au
Attendance Matters
Huon Street Crossing
Huon Street Crossing
Department of Transport & Main Roads (TMR) have advised that Huon Street crossing will be unstaffed due to unforeseen circumstances on the following dates:
- Friday 17th May – AM & PM
- Wednesday 22nd May – AM & PM
- Thursday 23rd May – AM only
- Friday 24th May – AM & PM
- Friday 7th June – AM & PM
- Friday 14th June – AM & PM
- Friday 21st June – AM & PM
A Staff member will be present to advise students when it is safe to cross. Please talk with your child about these changes and drive with caution.
Reading Eggs and Maths Seed Subscriptions
Our school is offering our parents the opportunity to purchase heavily discounted subscriptions to two excellent online educational programmes for students to use at home to support their learning. The programes are: ABC Reading Eggs, and Math Seeds. Feedback from parents and teachers has been very positive, particularly, with the level of educational benefits that our students have derived from regular access.
ABC Reading Eggs – age 3-13
ABC Reading Eggs and Reading Eggspress are learning resources that support your students’ reading, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling and grammar skills. It is a comprehensive program that takes your child from being a non-reader, all the way through to reading long chapter books. Children complete animated online lessons based on solid scientific research, where they learn essential reading and phonics skills. The program includes a library of more than 2000 eBooks. This program is aimed for children aged 3-13.
ABC Math Seeds – age 3-8
ABC Math Seeds is a comprehensive online mathematics program for children aged 3-8. It offers a huge range of carefully structured lessons and activities that build mathematical skills over a broad range of number, shape and measurement topics. The Math Seeds program is packed full of enjoyable child focused activities that makes learning a rewarding and meaningful experience. It teaches fundamental concepts in a fun, motivating and engaging way whilst rewarding children for their efforts.
These programs are a combination of high-quality learning activities that motivate children and help reinforce and master important reading and mathematical skills and enhance and complement our literacy and mathematics lessons.
Payment can be made at the office using EFTPOS only. No cash will be accepted.
National Simultaneous Story Time
Prep Connect
Free Dress Day
Athletics Days
Trinity Beach State School
Athletics Day/s will take place on:
Years 4-6:
Monday 17th June – 1500m & High Jump
Tuesday 18th June – 100m, 200m & 800m
Wednesday 19th June – Field and Novelty Events
Years Prep-3:
Thursday 20th June – Sprints & Novelty Events
* More information to come.
Prep Enrolments Open for 2025
Instrumental Music Program
🎻 **Discover the World of Strings at Trinity Beach State School!** 🎻
Are you or someone you know intrigued by the enchanting melodies of the violin, viola, cello, or double bass?
Look no further than Trinity Beach State School!
Our prestigious music program is offering opportunities for students eager to explore the rich world of strings. Whether you're child is a budding musician or simply curious about the art of string instruments, now is the time to apply and secure your spot on our waiting list.
Why choose Trinity Beach State School for your musical journey?
- Access to very affordable government-subsidised lessons and instrument hire
- Opportunities to learn and perform throughout the year
- Experienced teachers passionate about nurturing talent
- Seamless transition to year 12 through the tropical north learning academy at Smithfield.
- Students start as early as Grade 3 for strings.
Don't miss out on this chance to embark on a musical adventure.
Apply now and join our vibrant community of aspiring string players at Trinity Beach State School!
📧 Email: Mark Wilkins mcwil1@eq.edu.au
Sports News
Year 6 boys Reggie, Knox and Jacob made the TCN AFL team! All 3 boys attended peninsula trials Monday and did a amazing job all 3 making into the final game.
The day ended with Jacob being selected for peninsula team and Knox as a shadow!
Well, done boys congratulations on your efforts.
Ally from Year 6 made the TCN AFL team!
On Monday she attended Peninsula trials and did an amazing job and was selected as a shadow for the Peninsula team. Well done Ally.
Congratulations to all the students that represented the school with pride on Friday's TCN Cross Country trials.
7 of our students have progressed through to the Peninsula trials.Congratulations and Good luck to the following students
Also, Trinity Beach State School students finished overall in 2nd position in the primary School division. We are so very proud of their achievements.
Thank you to the parents and carers for coming and supporting the students today too.Mrs Donovan and Mr Theodore
Our Cross-Country place getters.
Congratulations Phoenix and Jacob
Lily Hope from 4C competed in the Wakeboarding for NQ Games on Saturday at Cairns Wake Park (a sponsor for our run club) and placed 2nd winning silver for her age group 10 and under girls.
Congratulations Lily.
Charlie competed in Taekwondo in the NQ Games which was also the AAITF National Championships. Charlie received Gold in the 11 and under Girls Sparring and Bronze in the Girls Team Self Defence (Team mates were Mackenzie Gay and Lucy Bird also in grade 5).
This event had competitors from all over the country.
Congratulations Charlie.
Brocks’s achievements over the weekend for the NQ games at Tobruk.9 years boys
Congratulations Brock.
Bike Bus News
Bike Bus is back!
It was wonderful to see our students back on deck today along with many new faces. A huge thank you to all the staff and parents who assisted us today. 
Pedal power was in full gear this morning at the southern bike bus! 
Our little riders were all smiles as they pedaled their way to school safely. Let's keep rolling towards a healthier and happier community, one pedal at a time. 
Run Club
Run Club Report
Well, today started off okay at Run Club, and then unfortunately halfway through some heavy rain blew in out of nowhere and we ended up having to stop early.
42 kids turned up and they all had a ball.We managed to get a few laps in before the sun disappeared.
Run Club Update
Yesterday we struck it lucky, and the sun was shining all the way to the very end 
All the kids did an amazing job and it was wonderful to see so many new faces as well.Remember you must attend Run Club three times to be in the drawer to win prizes at the end of term.
Run club is dry weather only on Tuesday mornings 8 am under the SLC.
Student of the Week
Week 3
Week 5
Week 5
Attendance Award
Week 3
Week 5
Week 5
Golden Garden Gnome Award
Week 5
The Most Valuable Teammate Award
Hoops ‘Most valuable player’ awarded to Lucas. Well done champion!
Roaming Wild Year 2 Incursion
Montessori Prep Open Afternoon
Prep M opened the Children’s House to their families to share their daily activities and the practical life exercises they have been learning so far this year!Expressions of interest for our Montessori program are now open!
Parades
A strong culture of high expectations…
Senior Choir
Senior choir | You are amazing! Thank you Mrs Walker and students…
Around the Classroom
5A Science Unit ‘Earths Place in Space’.
Students constructed the Orrey’s using styrofoam balls, wooden sticks, clay, wire and cardboard. The Orrey’s represent the relationship between the sun, earth and moon.
We are so impressed with their efforts. 
A huge shout out to all our Step It Up students!
The Step it Up program is one program being run by Mrs Wilson and her Student Engagement Team! The program facilitates practical learning, intertwining real-world literacy and numeracy skills. The aim is to reengage students in learning while giving back to our school community.
Last week our students were busy making, baking and preparing breakfast treats for ‘Walk Safely to School Day.’ Thank you also to Mrs Janelle Thorn our Breakfast Club Coordinator, Mrs Julia Hilton our baking extraordinaire and Mrs Rhonda Zeylmans and her Student Leaders for setting up and organising the fruit platters on the day!
P&C News
A big shout out to our amazing volunteers. Thank you for making the Mother’s Day stall possible.
P&C Association thank you from the Year 1 & 2 students for the commitment of $1000 to purchase additional lunchtime play equipment. Our students are stoked!
OSHC News
New Enrolments for Vacation Care please email oshc@tbsspandc.com.au
Smithfield State High School News
Year 5/6 Information Evening and School Tour at Smithfield State High School has been rescheduled for Wednesday 29 May 2024 from 6.00 - 8.00pm.
Community News
