Killarney eNewsletter Term 4 - Week 5 | 2024

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Githabul people as the  Traditional Owners of the sky,  waterways and land on which we learn and play. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. We acknowledge the knowledge, memories, traditions and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and commit to fostering a culture of learning in the spirit of togetherness.

We thank Githabul artist Nathan Charles for allowing us to publish his artwork. 

Date Claimers

From the Principal

Kind regards,

Ros Hibberd

From the Head of Department

Book Fair 

Book fair will be in the Room to Read next week Monday 04/11 to Friday 08/11 strictly at the times listed below.

There will be limited cash available for change, therefore credit card purchases are preferred or correct change only.

Thank you for your support for Book fair - your purchases contribute to the total number of resources that we can choose for our school library.

Work placements

Year 10 : 6-8th November (Week 6)

Year 9 : 9-13th December (Week 11)

Best wishes to our students who have submitted their preferences.

Recently while reminiscing and going through 'old' photos, I came across this photo - it's a full circle moment.

Student leadership for 2025

Our Year 9 students are currently considering leadership positions for 2025.

We hope you enjoy your time at Emu Gully and the opportunities to develop and embrace your leadership potential.

Primary swimming - Term 4

The dates and times are as follows:

Permission forms will be distributed to students in week 6.

Condamine Cafe

Our final Condamine Cafe for 2024 will be on Wednesday 13^th November.

We are hoping to use the Qkr app for orders and payment - info will be shared with students and info will also be added to the Facebook page.

In the meantime you can download the Qkr app in preparation 🙂

Kind regards,

Traecy Bartz

Sports News

Year 7/8 HPE class enjoying modified hockey

2025 School Swimming Carnival

A decision has been made by staff to move the Swimming Carnival from the end of the school year to the beginning of the school year.  For the past couple of years, the carnival has been held at the end of the school year, after Year 10s have left, and the age champions were awarded for the next year. This means at the end of 2023, the 2024 age champions and 2024 house shields were awarded.  The 2025 age champions and house shields will be decided at the beginning of 2025.

We have decided to make this change to begin developing house spirit earlier in the year and to give Year 10 students an additional opportunity for leadership in their final year. 

Dates for Southern Downs and Border District trials are currently being finalised, after which we will confirm the date of our school carnival. This will be shared on Facebook and in the next newsletter. 

Interested in becoming a future green and gold athlete?

The Future Green and Gold campaign is looking for Australians aged 13+ who are keen to put their sporting skills to the ultimate test.

The campaign will be the nation’s greatest ever talent search, with a goal to find hidden sporting talent across the country.

From rugby to para canoe there is more than 40 sports ready to welcome a new wave of athletes.

QLD Numerous events between October 17 – November 17December 8

Further information can be found at: https://www.ausport.gov.au/talent

School News

Carbal Hearing Screening- What is the process?

When you sign a consent form for your child to have their hearing tested by the Carbal Service, the Hearing Health Report for your child is completed and is posted to you, with a copy also provided to school. If it is marked as “normal” and “pass”, the box that states “no further action required” is ticked.

If your child has been recorded as having some recorded difficulty, the test will be marked as either “retest in term X” or it may state “see GP to recommend follow up” or “ENT referral recommended.” This may happen if a child repeatedly fails to pass a hearing test. If a student identifies as being indigenous, they will be tested each term as part of the Carbal service agreement.

Should your child be recommended for further action to be taken, Carbal will attempt to make contact with parents to further explain how to access these services. Hearing can fluctuate and can also deteriorate without children being aware of this change. If you have any concerns regarding your child’s hearing health, please contact your GP and seek further support. The school will commence a new round of hearing screening in 2025, which provides a good opportunity to follow up any issues you may have noticed.

School Laptops/Digital Technology Tenders

Killarney P-10 State School have the follow old school devices for tender.

Laptops come with charger unless otherwise stated.

1/ HP Probook 640 G2 (Laptop 1)

2/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 2)

3/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 3)

5/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 5)

6/ HP Probook 640 G2 (Laptop 6)

7/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 7)

8/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 8)

9/ Hp Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 9)

10/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 10)

11/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 11)

12/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 12)

NO HDD, NO MEMORY, NO CHARGER LAPTOPS

13/ HP Probook 640 G2 (Laptop 13)

14/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 14)

15/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 15)

16/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 16)

17/ HP Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 17)

18/ Hp Probook 640 G3 (Laptop 18)

PROJECTORS

1/ Epson EB585WI (Projector 1)

2/ Epson EB450We (Projector 2)

3/ Epson EB450We (Projector 3)

4/ Epson EB450We (Projector 4)

5/ Hitachi CPAW3005 (Projector 5)

6/ Epson EB585WI (Projector 6)

7/ Hitachi CP-AX2503 (Projector 7)

TV WALL MOUNT BRACKETS (COMPLETE – NO SCREWS)

1/ Generic TV Wall Mount (new) 50 – 70” (TV Mount 1)

2/ Generic TV Wall Mount (new) 50 – 70” (TV Mount 2)

3/ Generic TV Wall Mount (new) 50 – 70” (TV Mount 3)

SPEAKERS (COMES WITH POWER CABLE)

1/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 1)

2/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 2)

3/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 3)

4/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 4)

5/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 5)

6/ Redback Speakers – Model C0927 (Pair 6)

DIGITAL CAMERA/VIDEO CAMERA

1/ Canon Legria HFM52 – (Video Camera)

2/ Panasonic FT30 Digital Camera (no charger)

TABLET

Microsoft Surface 1514 Tablet (comes with charger)

Devices are of varying well used condition. Please note no warranty is expressed or implied on any device and are tendered in as is condition and functionality.

All tenders are to be handed in at the front office before Friday 8 November 2024 in a sealed envelope and must include the following information: First and last name, contact phone & email, tender amount on specific or multiple devices.

Successful tenders will be contacted by Friday 22 November 2024.

Attendance Recognition

Our attendance target is 95%. This means that on  average each child has less than 1 day away per month.  
Students, if you aren’t at school, chances are you are not keeping up with your class work. Be at school and Ready to Learn. 
Effective school attendance has been linked to effective workplace attendance – set your child up for success.                                                              

Remember: Ready to Learn Every Day  

What you can do to help:

1. You can assist your child to be at school on time and ready 
to learn every day.  The first bell is at 8:50am.

2. If your child arrives after 9:00am roll marking, they are to enter 
the school via the office to record their late arrival and reason. 

3. Before 9:00am, provide notification and a reason for                      
your child’s absence;  
 • via the office phone on 4664 6333,  
• text the absence phone via 0428 196 801, 
• via email absences@killarness.eq.edu.au,  
• via a note to your child’s class teacher or  
• in person to the class teacher 

4. Respond to the text message you receive for a student who is away by confirming the absence and providing a reason. 

Keep your contact details up-to-date with our office.  
Being Ready to Learn Every Day really does make a difference! Is your child at school every day ready to learn?  

“Be on time; be at school; that’s the rule.” 

2025 School Calendar - Queensland State Schools

https://education.qld.gov.au/about/Documents/2025-school-calendar.pdf  

P&C News

Next P&C Meeting 6.30 Tuesday 26 November

SRS – Student Resource Scheme

As in previous years, to operate a Student Resource Scheme (SRS) in 2025 a decision must be made in conjunction with the P&C Association. This will be discussed at the next P&C meeting on 26 November. SRS provides parents / carers with a convenient alternative to individually sourcing student learning resources, textbooks, equipment for personal use and computers.

Tuckshop Convenor

The P&C is looking for a parent or member of our community who would be interested in volunteering to be our Tuckshop Convenor. The opening times/day would be the choice of the new Convenor. The menu would also be the Tuckshop Convenor's choice, in negotiation with the school to comply with  Healthy Choices guidelines. Please contact the P&C for further information or to express your interest by emailing: pandc@killarness.eq.edu.au.

How to order School Uniforms

New stocks of polo shirts have arrived so we now have all sizes available. Parents may now place a uniform order via email and pay by direct deposit!  We hope this will make purchasing uniforms easier. Students can come and see Mrs Diete during break times to try on uniforms if they are unsure of sizes. 

Community News

Killarney Soccer Club Meet

Killarney Soccer Club meet on Monday afternoon at 3:30 at the Rec Club. Children from the ages of 5 - 15 years are welcome to join in.

Contact: Julia Beck - 0431631668