10 December 2021
Newsletter Articles
From the Principal
What a year. It was absolutely lovely celebrating with students, staff and parents all the hard work of students over the last two weeks through the various ceremonies.
There has been so many highlights this year that are worth celebrating: the Colour and Slime run; Book Week; the many concerts; STEM, music and sporting achievements; scholarships for leaving students at high school… the list can go on. I have been so proud to share these on Facebook, in the newsletter, with Media outlets, with the department – basically anyone who will listen.
Thank you for your tenacity and courage during lockdowns and during the Learning@Home experience. The staff, students and families who took this challenge of teaching and learning differently was exceptional.
This week, we had our year 6 graduation, celebrating 7 years of schooling. There were so many proud staff and parents in the room who congratulated these students as they move to the next stage of their educational journey – high school. They have done a fantastic job. We now look forward to our Year 5 students who will join the Year 6 Worongary Legacy.
As we farewell our graduating students, we also farewell some staff from Worongary.
Mrs Zaar our Prep Teacher. Thank you for the years of dedication to our Early Years at Worongary State School. Your passion is huge and you will be missed. We all wish you every success at Helensvale State School.
Mrs Huggard our Prep Teacher. Best of luck at being a teacher at one of the newest schools, just recently officially opened at Gainsburough Greens State School. I am sure you will make a very positive impact at that school as you have here. Mrs Huggard is filled with a wealth of knowledge in Prep and I am sure you will make an impact at the new school.
Ms Quarman Year 2 Teacher. Your laughter and exciting lessons will surely excite the students at Pimpama State School as they have done at Worongary. Congratulations on your appointment and I wish you every success at Pimpama.
Mrs Evans our Inclusion Teacher. Thank you for all the time you give to students to help them improve their learning and be the best they can be. Miami State School will be very lucky to have you.
Marg Haebich Year 5 Teacher. Thank you, Marg, for your support over the last few years as a teacher and also the Pedagogical Coach in our school. Mrs Haebich will be returning to Tallebudgera State School and I know the school is very much looking forward to her return.
Kathy Bellamy Guidance Officer. Ms Bellamy has been the guidance officer at Worongary for the last 10 years and has supported many families and students. We wish you every success at your new school and district.
Miss Tennille Souter Speech Pathologist. Miss Souter has been Worongary State Schools Speech Pathologist for many years. She has supported many students in our school over this time and made a huge difference to students over these years. Thank you for your support and we wish you well on your new circuit.
I would also like to welcome some new permanent member to our school. Ms McKay from Currumbin State School, Ms Churchill from Robina State School, Ms Alterator from Eden’s Landing, Ms Street from Miami State School – Welcome to Worongary!
I would like to welcome back Ms Thompson and Ms Hayles who are returning from maternity leave. We are looking forward to seeing you back.
Also, I would like to Congratulate Mr Gaggin on his permanent position as Deputy Principal in the senior school. Mr Gaggin has been brilliant in his role as Deputy Principal and looking forward to continuing the improvement journey of Worongary into the future.
Finally, thank you to the amazing parents and volunteers in our school. Thank you for the many P&C meetings, the fundraising events, the changing of readers, the help in the classrooms and other areas of the school. Thankyou.
2022 has so much to look forward to!
Our Innovation Centre comprising of a maker’s space and robotics room will commence construction in January. This space will be completed ready for students to utilise in Term 2, 2022.
We have been successful in a $62,000 grant to improve the playground space in the Junior School. The school will contribute to this grant to boost it to $95,000. We are currently in the process of applying for further grants to improve the playgrounds in our school. Thank you to the P&C for all your efforts in this space to support outdoor play for our students.
This week our submission as Worongary Waste Warriors have been successful through the Organic Waste Smart Schools Program. Congratulations to all staff involved in the application under this grant!
Through our involvement in Active School Travel, we look forward to preparing a special place for the student’s bikes and scooters. With a grant of $20,000 we look forward to supporting our first year as an Active School Travel school.
So much to look forward to!!
Thank you, parents, for a brilliant year and placing your trust in us to bring out the best in your children.
Have a safe and happy holiday and I look forward to seeing you all in 2022.
Regards,
Adam Brandt
Principal
PREP 2022 ENROLMENTS
Do you have a child or friend/neighbour whose child is celebrating a birthday (turning 5 by 30 June, 2022) and lives in the Worongary State School catchment area? (Link to Catchment Map)
If so, then now is the time to be contacting us to secure a place in our supportive transition to Prep program – ‘Get Set for Prep!’.
Regards
Shiree Salazar
Junior Deputy Principal
Save the Date
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Last Day of Term |
Friday 10 December |
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School Resumes |
Monday 24 January 2022 |
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Australia Day |
Wednesday 26 January 2022 |
FROM THE MUSIC ROOM
STATE HONOURS EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
Band captain Olivia D represented Worongary last weekend at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music’s SHEP (State Honours Excellence Program). 1000 children from all over Queensland pursuing musical excellence attended a weekend of ensemble music-making, that culminated in 3 concerts on Sunday. Congratulations Olivia!
CONGRATULATIONS ULRICH
Ulrich from 2D recently undertook his Australian Guild of Music Education preparatory piano exam. He performed exceptionally well, achieving a High Distinction with a score of 98 out of 100!
Ulrich started learning the piano a year ago and has been a dedicated music student practising every day after school. Well done Ulrich!
Here is a picture of Ulrich with his little brother (a keen musician also )
REHEARSALS AND IM LESSONS HAVE FINISHED FOR 2021
All ensembles (including choirs) and instrumental music lessons have finished for 2021. Thank you to all the students that have attended so diligently throughout the year. We are so excited to bring fresh new ideas, performance opportunities and repertoire to the students in 2022.
Please return all school hired instruments to the Music Room immediately for professionally servicing over the holiday break.
Ensembles and lessons will return in Week 2 of 2022. Keep an eye out for messages on Class Dojo.
Have a wonderful break and enjoy the music of the season!
Yours in Music
Ms Katheryn Jones kjone416@eq.edu.au
P&C NEWS
WSS P&C
We would like to say a big thank you to our entire School Community, Staff and Teachers. You have all been an amazing support throughout the year, especially during the tuckshop refurbishment. Please take care over these school holidays, everywhere! But especially on the roads. We hope the border ‘opening’ brings much joy to your faces and hearts and ensure you cherish the moment/s when families and friends reunite.
Merry Christmas from our team to yours, we are all looking forward to a bigger, brighter, reunited New Year.
BACK TO SCHOOL- UNIFORMS HOURS
The Uniform store will re-open prior to school commencing for all uniform purchases. All face to face uniforms purchases will be conducted via appointment scheduling only. The booking schedule will be open 1 week prior to the below dates for you to start booking and will be advertised on our WSS P&C Facebook Page. However, you can complete online ordering through the QKR app prior to this day. All orders will be packed and available for quick collection with production of your Identification and receipt as proof of purchase during the below depicted dates & times.
Back to School Opening hours:
- Thursday 20 January 2022 10am -5pm
- Friday the 21 January 2022 7am-1pm
We will also be open for extended hours in the first week of school in addition to the Thursday Morning 8am-930am. This is yet to be advised depending on Volunteer availabilities.
Thankyou
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