2025 – Week 2 Term 4

Welcome Back

As we head into this final term of the 2025 school year, I feel there's a wonderful mix of excitement and focus. We're looking forward to consolidating the learning and growth your children have achieved so far and finishing the year strong.

Key Focus Areas for Term 4

This term, our primary focus will be on the following areas:

• Academic Consolidation: Teachers will be working hard to review and reinforce key concepts taught throughout the year, ensuring all students are well-prepared for the next academic year.
• Transition Planning: We'll be supporting our students, particularly those moving from Year 6 to high school, with engaging and informative transition activities to ensure a smooth next step in their education journey.
• Celebrations and Events: Term 4 is traditionally packed with exciting events, including sports events (Year 4 to Year 6 Swimming Carnival), end-of-year performances (Christmas Concert), Student Leadership Assembly (2026 Student Leaders), and our annual Year Six Graduation to celebrate student achievements. Please keep a close eye on the school calendar and newsletters for specific dates and times!

Important Reminders

Your partnership is vital to a successful term, so please remember:

• Attendance: Ensuring your child attends school every day and on time is crucial, especially in this final term. Consistent attendance allows them to fully benefit from the review and consolidation of learning.
• Uniform: Please continue to ensure your child wears the correct school uniform with pride.
• Communication: If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child's progress or well-being, please don't hesitate to reach out to their class teacher in the first instance.

I look forward to an energetic and highly productive final term. Let's work together to make Term 4 a rewarding and positive experience for every student at Robertson State School.

iPad Families Guide

Setting up an iPad to be safe and productive for a child can be a tricky process. We want to limit access to harmful content and minimise distractions, while also allowing the freedom to create and explore as they learn.

Check out this great  iPad Families Guide.

It offers a wealth of information around digital safety, support and focus, and how to manage your child’s device from an iPhone (if you have one). Most parental controls can still be set up through the iPad if you don’t have an iPhone.

Please take the time to explore this fabulous resource designed to make using an iPad as an effective tool for learning a little bit easier.

Please also remember that any restrictions on apps or websites should be limited to outside of school hours. While students are connected to the school network our filtering is designed to support safe internet usage. Student iPads should not have a SIM card or VPN enabled at school.

Bandanna Day – 30 October 2025

Our Student Council have decided to support Bandanna Day!

On Thursday, 30 October, our school will be joining thousands of others across the nation to support CanTeen's Bandanna Day. This is the flagship fundraising and awareness campaign for CanTeen, the Australian organisation that supports young people aged 12-25 impacted by cancer; whether they have cancer themselves or have a sibling or parent with cancer.

Why have our students decided to get involved?

Every year, an estimated 23,000 young Australians have their world turned upside down by cancer. This event is a powerful way for our students to demonstrate empathy, kindness, and community spirit. By participating, our students will be standing in solidarity with these young people, showing them, they don't have to face cancer alone.

The funds we raise go directly to CanTeen's vital services, including:

• Counselling and one-on-one support.
• Peer support programs that connect young people with others who understand what they're going through.
• Youth-specific services in hospitals and online.

How your child can participate:

We invite all students, staff and community members to join us in making Robertson State School a vibrant sea of colour!

1. Buy a Bandanna: We will be selling official CanTeen bandannas on Thursday and Friday mornings in the tuckshop area from 8:15am to 8:45am. Bandannas cost $7.00 each. Please send the exact cash amount if possible.
2. Wear Your Support: On Bandanna Day, Thursday 30 October, students are encouraged to wear their purchased bandannas with pride! They can wear them on their head, around their neck, or as an arm accessory.

Digital Payments Now Available

There is a QR code available for digital payments

You can also scan the QR code below to donate directly to CanTeen, even if you’re not purchasing a bandanna. Every contribution makes a difference.

We encourage you to discuss the meaning of Bandanna Day with your children; it’s more than just a colourful accessory; it's a message of support and hope.

Let's work together to "Bandanna-fy" Robertson State School and make a real difference in the lives of young people navigating the challenges of cancer.

Thank you in advance for your incredible support and generosity.

Tyrone Bruce

Principal