2025 – Week 6 Term 4

World Teachers’ Day – Friday 31 October 2025

I would like to thank my incredible teaching staff and acknowledge the significant contribution they make to the lives of our students and the community. I want to extend my most sincere gratitude to our amazing teachers as we celebrate World Teachers' Day tomorrow.

This is a day to formally recognise the extraordinary effort, dedication, and passion that the teaching staff at Robertson State School bring to their classrooms every single day.

Our teachers are much more than just educators; they are:

Mentors who guide our children through challenges.
Inspirers who spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
Role Models who instil the values and compassion that shape our future citizens.

They work tirelessly, planning engaging lessons, adapting to individual student needs, and fostering a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment for every child. The success and well-being of our students are a direct reflection of their commitment and expertise.

If you have a moment this week, please join us in thanking your child's teacher, and all our teaching staff, for the profound and lasting impact they have on the lives of our children. Thank you for your ongoing support of our teachers and our school.

Happy World Teachers' Day to all our phenomenal educators!

Find out more and see how people are celebrating at www.worldteachersday.edu.au

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RoboCup results

We are very proud to celebrate the achievement of two of our students. Justine and Elliott share a strong interest in STEM and have teamed up to compete in the RoboCup Junior Competition in 2025. They participated first at the state level (in Queensland) and went on to compete at the national level (in Canberra).

In their division, they have been awarded first place at state level and achieved third at the national level.

RoboCup Junior QLD state competition

Riley Rover Rescue Line - 1st place

RoboCup Junior Australia National championship

Riley Rover Rescue Line - 3rd place

Congratulations to Elliot and Justine, team 404-CAN Not Found!

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Day for Daniel - Friday 31 October

Our school is participating in Day for Daniel on Friday 31 October. Students are encouraged to wear a splash of red to raise awareness for child safety. This could be a red t-shirt with school shorts, red shorts with a school shirt, a red hat, red shoes, or another combination featuring red.

It’s important to educate children about personal safety, help them identify unsafe situations, teach them to react and empower them to report abuse and seek help.

As part of Day for Daniel, our school will also participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety Lesson. This year the lesson focuses on creating safer online and offline environments for children.

Find more information on Day for Daniel and Australian’s Biggest Child Safety Lesson here: https://danielmorcombe.com.au/day-for-daniel/

Tyrone Bruce

Principal

Pre Prep 2026 Transition Program

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A Wonderful Start for Our Future Preppies

We have been delighted to welcome our incoming Pre Prep 2026 children and families to a range of transition experiences that help build confidence, familiarity and excitement for the beginning of school next year. These activities have focused on creating strong connections between students, families and staff while also helping children become familiar with our learning environment.

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Prep Orientation

29 October 2025

Our Prep Orientation morning was held on Wednesday 29 October and it was fantastic to see so many enthusiastic children ready to explore their new school.

During this session, parents and carers attended an information talk in the hall where they heard more about school routines, curriculum learning, uniforms and tips for a smooth start to Prep. At the same time, children visited the Prep classrooms where they took part in play based learning, explored classroom resources and enjoyed time with their future teachers and teacher aides. Families were provided with important enrolment information and key upcoming preparation dates.

We hope the session has left families feeling assured and excited about the transition ahead.

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Pre Prep Playgroup

Every Wednesday morning our Pre Prep Playgroup has been filled with curious minds and happy smiles. These sessions give children the opportunity to become familiar with classrooms and play areas while building friendships with others who will also be starting Prep in 2026.

Children take part in early literacy and numeracy activities, creative and imaginative play, music, fine and gross motor tasks and story time. It is also a wonderful chance for families to meet each other and connect with our staff. Our teachers and teacher aides enjoy learning about each child’s personality, interests and learning style which supports a positive transition into school life.

We are so proud of how confident and settled our future Preppies are becoming each week.

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Thank You to Our Families

We sincerely appreciate the commitment and involvement of our parents and carers throughout this transition period. Working together ensures every child enjoys a strong and supported start to their schooling.

We are very much looking forward to continuing this exciting journey with our 2026 Preppies. If you have any questions about enrolment or upcoming transition activities, please contact the school office and we will be happy to assist.

Shae Robinson

Deputy Principal

Robertson State School - Parent Information Form - 2026

Teachers and Leaders at Robertson State School will be soon working together to plan for class groups for 2026. We appreciate parents and carers providing clear information to enable our staff to make informed class decisions. Our leadership Team, support staff and class teachers will work together to place students in a class for next year. Staff have deep knowledge of students, their needs and which students they should not be placed with. Your trust in our decision-making, your acknowledgement of the time and care that goes into this process and your respect for the competence and dedication of every member of our staff team are greatly appreciated.

Below is a link and QR code to our Parent Information Form for 2026. This Parent Information Form is to assist teachers in the placement of your children to class groups for 2026. It will be used along with the criteria listed below. Not all boxes need to be completed. Please note that class or teacher preferences are not guaranteed but information collected in the form will be given careful consideration throughout the 2026 class creation process.

CRITERIA FOR THE PLACEMENT OF STUDENTS

1. Current teacher knowledge of the student
2. Special learning requirements of students (verified, gifted)
3. Health/emotional issues of the student
4. Behavioural combinations (students placed in a group which maximises their learning)
5. Special issues identified by the parent (proforma provided to current teacher)
6. Exceptional circumstances identified through interview with principal e.g. family circumstances

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https://forms.office.com/r/DMiQzMWtse

Kerin Gordon

Deputy Principal

Avoid Early Pick-Ups After 2:45 PM

We kindly ask that you do not collect your child early after 2.45pm. The final school bell rings at 3.00 PM, and the last 15 minutes of the day are important for wrapping up learning, preparing for home, and ensuring a calm and safe dismissal.

If your child has an appointment or needs to leave early, please try to schedule it outside of school hours whenever possible. We understand that sometimes early pick-ups are unavoidable, however minimising them helps reduce disruptions for both your child and their classmates.

Should an early departure be required, please notify the school office in advance through phone or email as early as possible. This allows us to prepare your child and ensure a smooth transition.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping us maintain a focused and productive learning environment right up to the end of the school day.

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Early Holidays

As we make our way through Week 4, we want to touch base with families who may be planning an early holiday or have other reasons for extended absences. With the Christmas holidays right around the corner, we know it’s a time when many families take advantage of the break to travel or spend quality time together.

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Here’s What You Need to Know:

If your child will be absent for more than 10 consecutive school days, you will need to complete an exemption form. This is important for ensuring that your child is meeting attendance requirements and supporting your child’s education while they’re away.

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How to Apply

Online: You can fill out the exemption form and email it directly to us at office@robertsonss.eq.edu.au.

In Person: If you prefer, stop by the office and we’ll be happy to provide you with a paper copy to fill out.

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Looking Ahead to Christmas Holidays

As we approach the Christmas holidays, we know many families take the opportunity to spend time together. While we encourage you to make family time a priority, we also want to remind you that any planned absences during school time (other than illness) will need an exemption request.

Please keep in mind that absences can have an impact on your child’s learning, especially as we finish up key units of study. We’ll work with you to make sure your child doesn’t miss out on anything important, but we ask that you submit the exemption form before you go.

Thank you for being such a vital part of our school community. We appreciate your cooperation, and we’re excited to continue working together as we head towards the holiday season!

Administration Office

Robertson State School

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Metropolitan North and South Choral Honours Program

Last week from 21-23 October Education Queensland held the Metropolitan North and South Choral Honours program for Year 6 choir students at the Old Museum Building. Five of our Year 6 Cantabile students were selected to participate in this program. They worked with two guest conductors and memorised four songs to perform at the concert on Thursday afternoon. The performance was wonderful, and they were a credit to our school. Congratulations singers

Pictured: Miheli, Nancy, Zoe, Emily and Nia

Heather Francis

Choral and Classroom Music Teacher

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MusicFest GOLD Clean Sweep for Robertson Bands!

Congratulations to our two amazing Concert Bands, Hultgren and Grainger band on both of their incredible performances at the recent Brisbane MusicFest Schools Bands Competition. Students prepared diligently and pulled off a quality performance on the day, under the high pressure of a panel of judges. Gold is a wonderful achievement, and for both bands to receive this accolade is a great way to celebrate individual and peer success and progress as musicians – well done Robertson SS Band students!

Assessment, Assembly performances and Music Extravaganza Concerts are coming up soon – check and save the dates , and encourage three-four practice sessions per week at home. Happy Music Making!

Vivienne Thomas

Music Teacher

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STRING NEWS

Assessment Task Sheets have been sent home this week for all our upcoming String assessments in Week 6. Please ensure you have talked to your child about their practice and the requirements for the task. Remember to check Seesaw for their pieces.

All String students should also be practising their pieces for our End of Semester String Soiree on Wednesday 19 November with a new start time of 6.30pm.

Year 4 and 5 students should also have received information regarding Creative Generations (CGEN) 2026 and how to nominate for our Massed Strings Program.

Robyn Gray

Strings Teacher

Year 3 Creative Arts Incursion

On Friday, October 17, our Year 3 students participated in a one-hour Creative Arts Incursion that explored the use of pattern in art. The session encouraged students to experiment with line, shape, and colour to create bold and expressive abstract designs.

Students learned how warm and cool colours can create contrast and mood, and how repeating shapes and lines can form rhythm and balance within their artwork. Each class followed a similar process, yet every student’s creation was wonderfully unique, reflecting their individual imagination and ideas.

The incursion provided an enjoyable opportunity for creative exploration and self-expression. Students were fully engaged and proud of their work, showing great focus and enthusiasm throughout the session. Their colourful artworks are a celebration of creativity, pattern, and the joy of making art!

Rita Hsu 

Year 3 Chinese Bilingual Teacher

Book Fair is coming!

You are invited to join us in the library for our next Book Fair.

17-21 November

8.30am – 3.30pm daily

As always there are books, posters and novelties to buy. Cash and card accepted!

Every book purchase earns a free ticket into out raffle. And look out for the Book Fair competitions.

Your support is greatly appreciated, as every purchase contributes towards earning free resources for our school.

Volunteers to help with the Book Fair are always welcome. Please contact Mrs Ennis in the library if you can assist, cenni3@eq.edu.au.

Book_Fair_Poster.pdf

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Student Media Consent and 2026 Subscription Services Consent

Thank you to everyone who has responded to these consent requests. Please check QParents to ensure you have responded so that we can streamline our processes in preparation for the 2026 school year. If you require a printed copy of the forms, please collect from the front office or library.

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eSports in Term 4

A reminder that eSports in Term 4 is non competitive. Over the next couple of weeks we will be open to all year levels to participate in Just Dance and Mario Kart. We do have to limit number s for safety, so please encourage your children to remember to head straight to the library after eating time Thursdays to join.

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Borrowing and Returns

Borrowing will finish for the year at the end of Week 6. All library loans are due for return by the end of Week 7. Please look out for overdue notices and assist students to return their books on time. All students will continue to have access to Sora (Queensland State School eBook Library) and Story Box Hub until the beginning of our next school year, so they will still have plenty to read!

Claire Ennis

Teacher Librarian

This week we are looking at Day for Daniel

Be safe

Day for Daniel is on Friday 31st October, Australia’s largest education and awareness day. This week we will be accessing the lesson for various ages (Prep-3 and 4-6).

The video below will give you a rundown on what will be covered with your child during these lessons:

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Please read the following letter from the Daniel Morecombe foundation for more information about the Safety lesson students will access this week:

Prep-3 –  https://danielmorcombe.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ABCSL-2025-Lower-School-Letter-1.pdf

Years 4-6 https://danielmorcombe.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ABCSL-2025-Upper-School-Letter.pdf

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The Queensland Police Service are encouraging all community members to participate in child safety education and awareness.

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is encouraging families and communities to join the conversation about child safety, using this day as an opportunity to make sure children feel informed, prepared, and empowered to stay safe. 

Named in memory of Daniel Morcombe, who tragically lost his life in 2003, Day for Daniel  takes place on the last Friday of October each year. This year, it falls on Friday, October 25. It’s a powerful reminder that the best way to protect children is to start open conversations about their personal safety—and keep those conversations going year-round. 

Sometimes, it’s hard to know how to start these important conversations, but small discussions can build trust and give children the confidence to speak up when something doesn’t feel right. Here are some ways to approach personal safety with your child.

Open Communication: Parents, carers, and educators are encouraged to start a conversation with children and young people about personal safety and ensure they are creating a safe environment for them to express any feelings of concern. Building trust by reassuring them they can come to you with anything on their mind, no matter how big or small is paramount.
Teach safety rules: Discuss important safety rules, such as never speaking to strangers and knowing how to ask for help.
Technological safety: teach children and young adults about safe use of the internet and protecting personal details and talk to them about how to navigate the digital world safely. Use parental controls where necessary.
Emergency contacts: ensure your child is aware of how to contact and who to contact for help. Keep a clear list of emergency numbers including triple zero or the number of someone from their safety network in a clear and accessible place.
Create Safety Networks: educate your child on how to build a safety network; a group of trusted people who they can turn to for help when in need. Everyone’s safety network can look different and can include people such as parents/ guardians, relatives, teachers or trusted friends. It is important to build this with your child and ensure they feel safe and secure with these individuals also.  
Trust your instincts: Encourage them to trust their instincts, if something doesn’t feel right or safe, to immediately find someone they trust for help.
It’s okay to say no!: discuss the right to say no with your child, such as when they feel unsafe or uncomfortable. No means no.

By fostering spaces of open communication through education and awareness, we can create a safer community.

While Day for Daniel shines a spotlight on child safety, it’s important to make these discussions a regular part of family life. The more we talk about safety, the more confident and secure children will feel when navigating the world around them. 

There are numerous ways you can show your support for Day for Daniel, including wearing red, joining a local event or donating.

For more information or for education resources, visit The Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Janine Muller

Classroom Teacher and PBL Communicator

INFLATABLE OBSTACLE FUNDRAISER - Wednesday 5 November

A huge congratulations to our incredible Robertson community — we’ve reached our fundraising goal! Thanks to the amazing effort from students, families, and staff, we’ve raised enough to install Cold Water Fountains at the oval and tuckshop!

These new fountains will help keep everyone refreshingly hydrated, especially on those warm Queensland days. What a fantastic achievement that shows the power of teamwork and community spirit. The fundraiser will stay open for further donations, as the more we raise, the more Cold Water Fountains we can install around campus.

We’re also looking forward to our Inflatable Obstacle Course (new date to come soon!) — a fun celebration of all your hard work! Please don’t forget to wear your white shirt, and bring a change of clothes and a towel, as the kids will definitely get wet! Go Robertson!

Enjoy these incentives after the event:

Pizza Party for the class with the highest amount raised

Ice Blocks for the class and coffee vouchers for the teacher with the most sign ups

We’ll also need plenty of helping hands on the day! If you’re able to assist, please sign up at our NEW volunteer link: volunteersignup.org/KBEYX.

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT – Friday 21^st November

Join us for a fun night under the stars as we celebrate an incredible 2025, Robertson-style!

Enjoy music, delicious food trucks, popcorn, sweet treats, and a family-friendly movie on our huge 12m x 9m screen! Bring a picnic blanket and relax with our RSS families.

There’ll also be raffle prizes to win, so don’t miss out.

If you’d like to donate a prize or participate in sponsorship, please contact pcrobertsonss@gmail.com

Advertise your business on the BIG screen – only $50 per ad, visible on rotation prior to movie screening. Hurry, spaces are limited!

UPCOMING CELEBRATIONS

World Teachers’ Day – Friday 31st October
Let’s take a moment to say a big thank you to our incredible teachers for their dedication, care and inspiration every day. We are so grateful for all that you do to help our students grow and thrive.

National Tuckshop Day – Friday 7th November
A huge shoutout to our amazing tuckshop volunteers! Your time, effort and smiles keep our tuckshop running smoothly and our students happily fed. We couldn’t do it without you!

Thank you to all who make Robertson such a wonderful community.

Volunteers Morning Tea – Friday 28^th November

We warmly invite all our amazing volunteers to a special morning tea on Friday 28th November in the Music Room.

This is our way of saying thank you for everything you do — from helping in the Tuckshop, running the Mother’s and Father’s Day stalls, lending a hand at Spring Fest, and supporting all the little (and big!) moments in between.

Your time, energy, and generosity make such a difference to our school community. We couldn’t do it without you!

We can’t wait to celebrate you at our Volunteers Morning Tea.

TUCKSHOP HELPERS NEEDED!

Our Tuckshop simply can't run without the help of amazing volunteers – and we’re always looking for more! Come and lend a hand to help feed our hungry kids and keep this much-loved service going strong.

Parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles – everyone’s welcome! It’s a great way to meet new people, or perhaps grab some friends for a fun morning? Your kids will LOVE seeing you ‘working’ at school. Plus, each volunteer (and their child) receives a free ice block or hot chocolate as a thank you.

Sign up here: https://volunteersignup.org/HCTXT

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We're currently seeking business sponsors from within our community to support upcoming events and programs at the school. Gain meaningful exposure to our community as well as contribute to enhancing our school’s infrastructure and resources.

If you, or someone you know, owns a business that would like to get involved, please check out our Sponsorship Package at Robertson State School website (Follow to ‘Our Community’, then ‘P&C’) Sponsoring Robertson State School , or contact pcrobertsonss@gmail.com

STAY CONNECTED with us on Facebook!

We’d love for you to join our new Robertson State School P&C Association Facebook page! It’s the best place to stay updated on school events, P&C news and volunteer opportunities. Be part of our amazing community! Follow us: https://facebook.com/pcrobertsonss

Parents & Citizens Association

Robertson State School

We’d love your support! If you’re passionate about helping our school community and would like to promote your business in our newsletter, please reach out to our P&C — pcrobertsonss@gmail.com. We’d be thrilled to hear from you!

Sponsorship Packages

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