Issue 17, 25th October 2024

From the Principal

World Teachers' Day

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Celebrating World Teachers' Day – October 5th: Today, we join the world in honoring the dedication, passion, and impact of our teachers. World Teachers' Day is a special occasion to recognise the essential role educators play in shaping our future. Every day, our teachers inspire curiosity, nurture growth, and empower students to reach their full potential. Let's take a moment to thank them for their unwavering commitment to education and the lasting difference they make in our community. Happy World Teachers' Day to all the incredible educators!  A big thank you to the P&C and YMCA for the beautiful gifts and morning tea.  (Please note we even sent certificates down to Tallebudgera with our campers)

Parking: Thanks to all of our families for improving our use of the 2 min zone.  When I have been out and about after school I have certainly seen an improvement.  The council will keep us on their rotation for regularly check ins and are happy to increase the checks , if we request it. 

Thanks,

Leanne Witham

From the Leadership Team

Nominations for the Hilliard SS Community Award
The recipient of this award will be a member of the Hilliard State School community, for example, a child, parent, teacher, employee, friend/supporter of the school, who, throughout 2024 has displayed the following traits or met the following criteria:  

1. Has positively supported the school through work and action  
2. Has worked for, or supported the school in a way that would be recognised as “above and beyond the call of duty”  
3. Has enhanced the educational opportunities for the students of the school through the support that is given  
4. Has enhanced the reputation of the school within the community through the support that is given  

If you wish to nominate someone, who you believe fits the criteria above, please email the information below to admin@hilliardss.eq.edu.au by November 15th COB.

• Your Name:
• The name of the person you are nominating:
• Reasons for your nomination:
  

Queensland Mental Health Week - Grant for Sensory Garden

Last Thursday we connected for Queensland Mental Health Week with the opening of the SSC Sensory Garden.  With thanks to our wonderful P&C who won us an amazing grant to buy plants and accessories to set up our garden.  Students helped plan and decorate the Sensory Garden. It is still a work in progress, we are looking forward to adding a sound station and some more plants.   How will you connect for Queensland Mental Health Week?   Connect with yourself by trying activities that boost your mood. Connect with others by checking in and sharing.   Find out more and get involved at qldmentalhealthweek.org.au. #QMHW #Connect4MentalHealth
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Expectation of the Week

The Expectation of the week for weeks 5 & 6 of Term 4 is:

Term 4 Event Calendar

From the Office

Changes to Excursion, Camp and Activities Process

Our process regarding consent and payment for camps, excursions and activities has changed!

• Notes and permission forms will be distributed digitally (using QParents or schoolzine) 
  
• Permissions received by the due date will be invoiced for payment
  
• Payment / cut off dates will be strictly enforced

We ask for your patience as we navigate these new processes!

Planning for 2025

As we near the end of the year, we are busy planning for 2025!  Our Prep transition program is well underway, our year 6 students are starting their transitions to High School. To assist us with classes for next year we would appreciate it if you could please notify the office if your child is not returning to Hilliard SS next year.  Please use the link in the image below, or email admin@hilliardss.eq.edu.au with your child's name and destination school!

Thank you!

Playground Update

Work is well underway on our Junior Playground.  The team are progressing ahead of schedule, fingers crossed works will be completed before the end of this term!

Week 5 Snapshot!

World Teachers Day!

Thank you to our wonderful teachers at Hilliard State School for providing our students with the opportunity to Learn, Lead and Succeed.

Tuckshop Day!

Next Friday is National Tuckshop Day.  We would like to thank Ms Courtney & Ms Kat for all of their hard work.  And also, a shout out to the volunteers that have assisted in the tuckshop throughout the year.  We really appreciate all of the support and hard work!

Hilliard Dance

Instrumental Music

Is your child in currently Year 3?  Would you like them to be part of an amazing learning journey next year as a member the school’s Band Program?

Our Band is having an open rehearsal from 8.30 – 8.45am next Friday (01 November) in the conference room under the hall, you are most welcome to come along and hear what your child could be doing if they join the Band Program next year.  The year 3 students have already been treated to a performance by the HSS Band and were excited to hear demonstrations of many of the instruments. 

Applications for Year 3 students to join the Band Program are open now; to access the Expression of Interest survey, please use the QR Code on the back of the information brochure your child should have brought home.

EcoMarines

Our EcoMarine Ambassadors participated in an online program led by the University of Queensland called "Coral Watch".  Students learnt about how to save the reef from home, and about sustainability.  Their knowledge was tested at the end where they participated in a quiz and received Certificates of Achievement!  Well done EcoMarines!!!

Student Council

From the P&C

Teacher appreciation Day - 25 October

Election BBQ Plant and Cake Stalls - 26 October 

https://volunteersignup.org/MAFAW

Tuckshop appreciation day - 1 November

Gold4Good Fundraiser - Due 7 November

Movie Night - 16 November

Community Notices