Gumdale State School

BEANIES FOR BRAIN CANCER // Student Council is once again holding a fundraising day for the Mark Hughes Foundation 'Beanie for Brain Cancer' campaign.

On Monday 22 June (Week 10), students are invited to wear a 'Beanie for Brain Cancer'. Simply wear a beanie and bring a gold coin donation - all proceeds are going to support the Mark Hughes Foundation.

Thank you for helping us support this great cause!

UNDER 8'S DAY // We are excited to celebrate Under 8’s Day on Thursday 25 June as we join in this year’s theme, Celebrating 70 Years of Under 8’s.

Our youngest learners will enjoy a morning filled with play-based activities, creativity, exploration and fun as we recognise the importance of learning through play in the early years.

We look forward to celebrating together and sharing a wonderful morning of learning and fun with our students.

MET EAST TRIALS // Congratulations to the four students Annabel, River, Lucie, and Diogo who proudly represented Riverside Rays at the Met East trials on Tuesday.

With the lead-up of rainy days, the course was slippery and at times challenging to navigate. Despite the conditions, all students did an amazing job representing themselves, our school, and their zone with great effort and sportsmanship.

A special congratulations to Annabel for her outstanding achievement in being selected for the Met East team. We are incredibly proud of you all!

DONATIONS WANTED // Our Student Support Centre is seeking donations of pre-loved items for students to enjoy. We would greatly appreciate any of the following:

• Board games
• Pretend play toys (home corner, shopping sets, dress-ups, etc.)
• Construction toys (such as Lego)

If you are having a clean out at home and have items in good condition that are no longer being used, we would love to give them a new home. Donations can be dropped off to the friendly team at Student Services.

Thank you for your support of our students and school community. 💙

INTERSCHOOL SPORTS CANCELLED 29 MAY // Due to the weather and field conditions, interschool sports have been cancelled tomorrow. Please refer to the email for further information.

WET WEATHER AND PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS // Due to the current rain activity, Formosa Road Stop Drop and Go is closed.

Stop Drop and Go parents, please proceed to the Admin Block via Tilley Road Stop Drop and Go to collect your child/children.

Please ensure you have clear signage with your child's surname on your sun visor.

SZapp can be downloaded on your phone to receive instant notifications.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of all students and staff.

SORRY DAY // This week, our school community recognised National Sorry Day and the beginning of National Reconciliation Week.

As part of our reflection and learning, each student decorated a flower to place on our purple circle display near Yinnell Place. The purple native hibiscus was chosen as a symbol of National Sorry Day because of its resilience wheb growing in difficult environments, with the colour purple representing compassion and healing.

GROW Well - LEADERSHIP // This term, our upper school students have been engaging with the character strength of Leadership, both through GROW Well lessons and the Year 5 students also taking part in the UPP incursion looking at leading without a badge.

Our school has many leadership positions to nominate for, but they are not the only way to lead. By taking responsibility, helping others without being asked and ensuring everyone has a voice, we can all grow our leadership skills regularly.

ASSEMBLY // Our Year 3-6 assembly was a wonderful celebration of student achievement, teamwork and school spirit. Congratulations to all award recipients!

SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB //Thanks for supporting our school library! Please place your order online at scholastic.com.au/LOOP OR download the LOOP app.