Date Claimers – Term 2 2025

Brisbane Bayside State College Arts Excellence Day

Brisbane Bayside State College would like to offer students in Years 4, 5, and 6 at Tingalpa State School the opportunity to participate in our ‘Arts Excellence Day’ program on Wednesday 28  May 2025. On this day, students will be able to participate in one discipline within The Arts in which they have a high interest or passion for, choosing from Visual Art, Dance, Drama, and Instrumental Music. The program will run from 9:00am until 3:30pm with parents invited to attend a showcase at 3:00pm, where participating students will be able to present what they have learned. If you would like your child to participate, please complete the survey in the link below as an expression of interest by this Friday 9 May 2025.

If you have any questions relating to the programme please contact Acting Head of Department – The Arts at Brisbane Bayside State College, Richard Maher (rhmah0@eq.edu.au).

https://forms.office.com/r/4ky4J4Amqd

Wynnum and Manly Music Workshop (WAMM)

On Thursday 15 May, our Junior Instrumental students will participate in the Wynnum and Manly Music Workshop at Wynnum State High School. This workshop brings together Instrumental Music students from several Metropolitan Region schools to participate in ensemble playing.

At the end of the workshop, parents are invited to attend the free concert at 2:00pm.

Thank you to Mrs Lisa Leclerc who will attend this workshop with our students.

Year 5/6 Camp

The Year 5/6 school camp will be taking place from 30 July to 1 August 2025 at Camp Goodenough, Carool, NSW.

The latest camp consent forms that have been sent to parents, cover medical/medication needs, dietary (allergies/cultural), travel sickness and night time considerations. Students were given a physical copy yesterday and an electronic copy has also been sent today Thursday 8 May 2025. All copies of initial consent forms will need to be returned to the classroom teacher by the end of Week 5. Once the form is returned, staff will check any student that requires medication at camp and will send home a permission to administer medication consent form.

If any details change after this time, you may update these by printing out the digital copy and adding any details required.

A reminder that camp invoices must be paid in full by 24 June 2025. Please click on the BPoint link in your invoice to make self-managed instalment payments by this date.

For payment enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Susan Bell: (sbell356@eq.edu.au)

For all other enquiries, please contact Beverley Bowden (bbowd2@eq.edu.au).

National Simultaneous Storytime

National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country. Now in its 25th successful year, it is a colourful, vibrant, fun event that aims to promote the value of reading and literacy, using an Australian children's book that explores age-appropriate themes, and addresses key learning areas of the National Curriculum for Foundation to Year 6.

This year NSS takes place on Wednesday 21 May 2025 at 11:00am, Mrs Pop will be reading the book in the library at first break.

If you would like to get involved at home, please feel free to register your interest below. You will be supplied with some resources to join in the event.

The event is FREE! Enter today!

By facilitating NSS we aim to: 

• promote the value of reading and literacy,
• promote the value and fun of books,
• promote an Australian writer and publisher,
• celebrate and promote Storytime activities in public libraries, school libraries, classrooms, bookshops and communities around the country,
• and provide opportunities to involve parents, caregivers, the media, and others to participate in and enjoy the occasion.

NSS receives positive media coverage and generates a great deal of community interest. 2024 was our biggest and most successful NSS to date with over 2.3 million participants at over 21,000 locations!

What do they look for in the National Simultaneous Storytime book?

Each year, interested publishers send in possible titles. From a practical perspective, the publisher must be able and willing to provide copyright release for use of the illustrations, book projection, translation into other languages and performance. The publisher also needs to commit to a special print run of several thousand copies. This narrows down the options. The criteria for choosing from the remaining books include: a positive storyline; appeal to a modern and diverse audience; suitability for read-aloud (language and length); how well the book lends itself to craft and other activities.

THE TRUCK CAT

A story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found.

Some cats are house cats. Some are apartment cats.

But Tinka is a truck cat. Tinka lives everywhere.

Along with his human, Yacoub, Tinka travels roads wide and narrow, near and distant. But no matter how much they travel, home feels very far away – for both of them.

Yacoub drives his truck to make a living, learning the landscape of a new country along the way, and longing for connection. When Tinka and Yacoub are unexpectedly separated, they are determined to find their way back to each other – and, in doing so, might find more than they expected …

The Premier's Reading Challenge

The Premier's Reading Challenge is not a competition but a way to encourage students to develop a love of reading for life. Through the challenge children and students are given an opportunity to develop their appreciation of the English language and additional languages and are encouraged to explore and enjoy a wide range of literary texts.

Children and students can participate in the challenge within their school, early childhood centre or as individual readers (home-educated students, students whose schools are not participating in the program or children who are not enrolled in an early childhood centre).

Children and students who complete the challenge have their efforts recognised through the receipt of a Certificate of Achievement. Early childhood centres will also receive a centre-wide certificate of recognition for their involvement.

Schools, early childhood centres and parents of individual readers are encouraged to recognise reading achievements by holding classroom, school or home ceremonies to present certificates during the Premier's Reading Challenge celebrations weeks. 

School and individual readers (Prep to Year 9)

For a student to successfully complete the Premier's Reading Challenge they are required to read or experience the number of books indicated below:

• Prep to Year 2—read or experience 20 books.
• Years 3 to 4—read 20 books.
• Years 5 to 9—read 15 books.

Experiencing a book includes classroom or at home activities such as shared reading, listening and reading along with a book, or being read to.

The requirement for Year 5 through to Year 9 students to read 15 books rather than 20 books acknowledges that older students are likely to select longer, more complex books that may take them longer to read.

Students are encouraged to select a range of fiction and non-fiction books suited to their reading ability. While there is no compulsory reading list for the challenge, book lists are available to help students, teachers, parents and guardians select appropriate reading material.

* Teachers and parents can determine when they commence and conclude the reading challenge to suit their requirements, if they are within the timeframes outlined above.

PLD Training Year 3 - 6

On Thursday 24 April, we were fortunate enough to have PLD (Promoting Literacy Development)  trainer, Tayla Kleinschmidt, attend our school for the day to work with our Year 3 - 6 teachers.  The teachers worked collaboratively together to create class specific groupings and a teaching focus for the term for their classes.  They actively participated in activities to develop their understanding of the program and what it would look like in the classroom.  We look forward to seeing the roll out of the spelling program across our Year 3 to 6 classrooms.

Respectful Relationships Education

At Tingalpa, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing and safety of our students. As part of our wellbeing and curriculum programs, we are delivering Respectful Relationships Education (RRE) across all year levels.  Across the school, we are implementing RRE across multiple contexts including our Health and Physical Education curriculum, Wellbeing lessons and our classrooms teachers.

RRE is everyone’s business.  We encourage families to talk with their children about what they’re learning and reinforce these values at home.  Throughout the year we will be sharing resources developed by the department for parents to use at home. Below you will find information about the role of parents and carers for building respectful relationships. 

Role of parents and carers in building respectful relationships

As a parent or carer, you play a primary role in teaching your child to treat others with respect, and to help them set an expectation to be treated with respect. Children and young people need the skills to build safe and healthy relationships with their family, friends, peers, work mates and others, in all aspects of their lives.

While schools play an important role in providing students with respectful relationships education, it is the responsibility of parents, carers and the community more broadly to model relationships that are respectful, and to support young people to address issues that arise.

You can directly shape your child’s values and understanding of relationships, including seeking permission and setting boundaries, recognising behaviours that cause harm and seeking help, communicating with others, valuing different opinions, resolving conflict and promoting equality and inclusion. The conversations parents and carers have at home are fundamental in helping children and young people develop the social and emotional skills needed to successfully:

• engage positively with others
• develop a positive sense of self and resilience
• identify and respond appropriately to their own emotions and those of others
• accept and resolve differences respectfully
• challenge stereotypes
• be confident in challenging unacceptable behaviours they see
• build relationships that are based on equality and respect.

QLD Police Think U Know Session

On Thursday afternoon our Year 5 and 6 students will be participating in the Queensland Police Think U Know sessions. Students will participate in an evidence-based education program incorporating up-to-date research and is linked to the Australian Curriculum.  Presentations help students make informed decisions to keep themselves safe online and how they can overcome challenges through help seeking behaviour.  Think U Know ensure they are age-appropriate and relevant to students’ learning. This program also aligns with the Respectful Relationships Education program which is being rolled out as part of the Australian Curriculum.

Year 1A Writing

This term in 1A, our students are orally retelling and writing a retell in simple sentences about a familiar story.  Students have been reading Mr McGee texts by Pamela Allen, to focus on what is happening at the beginning, middle and end of the story. 

Year 5/6 Media and English

This term in Year 5/6, students are learning about how to create a podcast.  Our amazing media teacher, Carmel Loane, is providing students with opportunities to practice the skills they need to create their own podcast on an app called, Podbean.  Once they have learnt the skills of podcasting, students will be writing their own Podcast for their English assessment task. 

Term 3 Excursions and Incursions

Under 8’s Day	Friday 23 May
Lemonade Kids (Year 3 and 4)	Wednesday 28 May
Mangroves & Environment (Year 4)	Thursday 19 June
Readers Cup	Thursday 19 June
Habitat Heroes (Year 1)	Friday 20 June

               

New French program – curriculum

Presented to the Conseil supérieur de l’éducation in June 2024, the new French and mathematics programs for cycle 2 (CP, CE1 and CE2) were published in the Official Journal of October 25, 2024 and will come into effect at the start of the 2025 school year in France. New programs for cycle 3 (CM1, CM2 and 6e) will also come into effect at the start of the 2025 school year in France.

Last week, the French bilingual teachers and myself got together during a staff meeting to learn about the changes put in place in the new programs. Over the coming terms, we will continue to explore the French programs and prepare for implementation at the start of our 2026 school year.

AAFEBS reading competition – Leve ta voix

This Thursday and Friday, we are running our in-school reading sessions to choose the finalists for each category. Finalists will be joining other AAFEBS schools for the finals which will take place on Thursday 29 May at 9:30am (Canberra time) by video conference. Communication will be sent to the families of the finalists in the coming week.

I would like to particularly thank Madame Jourde who has made our participation in this contest possible. From her liaison with the organisers, contact with families and teachers, the running of additional reading practices during lunchtimes and her help in the selection of finalists, she has made it all possible.

I also would like to thank Miss Cruchon, Miss Valette and Madame Danne for their support and help with reading practices and selection of finalists.

Meeting with Anne Genetet

On Thursday 24 April, I had the privilege of meeting Anne Genetet, Member of Parliament for French citizens abroad (11th constituency) and former Minister of Education, during her visit to Brisbane. This meeting, facilitated by the The Honorary Consul of France in Brisbane, Alain Etchegaray, was part of her meeting with French associations in Brisbane and provided a fantastic opportunity to share about our French Bilingual Program and its expansion into Whites Hill State College. Madame Genetet was very inquisitive and impressed by the progression of the program in recent years.

French Theatre

The Brisbane French Theatre has a new play coming this winter!

“Big news—Brisbane French Theatre is making its long-awaited return!

Mark your calendars for 19, 20, and 21 June 2025 for a full-scale theatre production performed entirely in French, with English subtitles projected above the stage: Du foie gras sous le sapin (“Eat your heart out”)

It’s been nearly three years since our last big show, and we’re beyond excited to bring you an unforgettable night of French theatre.”

More info and bookings on their website: https://brisbanefrenchtheatre.org/whats-on/

Congratulations to Our Cross Country Team!

Well done to the following students who qualified to represent Tingalpa State School at the Bayside District Cross Country on Wednesday 7 May at Capalaba Regional Park. All students showed outstanding determination and sportsmanship as they tackled the challenging 2km and 3km courses. Each runner gave their best, supporting one another and displaying great team spirit throughout the day—fantastic effort from everyone!

Team Members:
Patrick C, Arana M, Max D, Hugo S, Soleil P, Marlow P, Tallis G, Walter L, Zachary M, Hannah H, Jade L, and Sumaya S.

A special congratulations to Arana M, who finished in the top ten of his event and has qualified to compete at the Metropolitan Regional Cross Country later this month. An amazing achievement—well done, Arana!

All students represented Tingalpa State School with great effort and enthusiasm, and should be proud of their achievements.

Hayden S and Arana M – Rugby League Success!

A huge well done to Hayden S and Arana M, who competed at the Metropolitan East Regional 10 – 12 Years Rugby League trial on Wednesday 30 April and Thursday 1 May. Both boys played very well, gave it their all, and proudly represented Tingalpa State School. Competing at a regional level is a fantastic achievement and an unforgettable experience for both Hayden and Arana.

Congratulations to Arana M, who has been selected for the Metropolitan East 10 – 12 Years Rugby League Team and will go on to compete at the State Championships – Vic Jensen Cup, from 29 June to 3 July 2025.

Best of luck with your training, Arana, and all the best for the championships ahead!

If you are interested in a relief Teacher's Aid position or know someone who is, please contact Nicole Will nwill202@eq.edu.au.

All applicants must be in possession of a paid bluecard or able to apply for one.

Democracy Sausage: Thank you to our Volunteers

A huge thank you to all our volunteers on Saturday at the Democracy Sausage BBQ, and those who came to vote and buy a sausage. We raised over $2 000 for our school.

Mother’s Day Stall -  tomorrow Friday 9 May

We are excited to see our Tingalpa State School students tomorrow at the  P&C Mother’s Day stall.

Gifts range from $1 - $14.

Please send money in a named envelope  with your child/ren in the morning.

Movie Night is nearly here - tomorrow Friday 9 May

We can’t wait to welcome you at our annual community event – tomorrow from 4:30pm. There will be food trucks, a P&C treat stall and lots of fun!

We still need your help to make sure this community event is a success. Sign up here to help with setting up, selling popcorn and lollies, or packing up:

https://volunteersignup.org/CYM4B 

A big thank you to our sponsors for movie night:

PLATINUM sponsor for movie night, Scott Auer.

A big thank you to our GOLD sponsor for movie night “One Little Day” 

 https://www.onelittleday.com.au

Bastille Day Committee meeting - Thursday 15 March 3:00pm

• Champion de la Communication
• Prepare and send coms ahead of and after the event
• Prepare event posters and presentation for the event
• Prepare thank yous and post event communication/recap
• Responsable sponsors - Sponsorship
• Source prizes and donations from potential sponsors (we have a list to help)
• Organise raffle online on Raffletix
• Organise prize draws during the event
• Distribute prizes after the event

• Activites et divertissement - Entertainment Extraordinaire
• Establish a theme for the event
• Coordinate with school decorations and activities based on the theme for all classes to participate ahead of the event
• Depending on sponsorship sourced see what entertainment and other contents can be delivered during the event
• Coordinate activities on the day for the community - French photobooth, Kids costume parade, Decorations, prizes, etc

SPOTLIGHT on the P&C

This new segment will introduce you to our P&C executive, P&C members and our superstar volunteers.  Each newsletter we will introduce you to a different person.  First up is our new President:

Name: Kelly Shoecraft

P & C Role: Currently President. I was previously the Food Truck co-ordinator.

Why I joined the P & C: I wanted to support the school for my children’s benefit, and it is a good way to stay informed about school activity. I’ve also found that it is great for connecting with other parents and carers.

Children at Tingalpa: My daughters are in Year 5 and Year 2.

When I’m not at P&C meetings: I’m a lecturer in Applied Linguistics/Learning and Teaching at Griffith University

Fun Fact: My happy place is swimming in the ocean. When I’m not running around with kids’ activities, you’ll find me at the beach

Next P&C meeting – new members are welcome!

Term 2 Week 8 = Tuesday 10 June

Come along to have your say in fundraising events and supporting the school. 6:30pm start. Attend in person at school or online. Contact the P&C for any queries: enquiries@tingalpasspandc.com.au               

Stay up-to-date with our Facebook page:

Be sure to follow our Facebook page “Tingalpa State School P & C” to stay up to date with events and news!

Below is a list of external providers for our extra-curricular activities for Term 2.  If you wish to enrol your child in any of these activities please contact the provider directly. 

Please note siblings are not to be left unsupervised whilst one child is engaged in an activity and children are not to access playgrounds, classrooms, hall foyer, staircases, library, OSHC activities whilst these programs are running. 

Your cooperation in this manner is appreciated.