Principal's News
Key Priority 1 : Integrating effective pedagogical approaches to refine teacher monitoring of student learning and further strengthen instructional practices. These priorities will guide our professional development and classroom strategies to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
Key Priority 2: Integrating effective pedagogical approaches to refine teacher monitoring of student learning and further strengthen instructional practices. These priorities will guide our professional development and classroom strategies to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
Attendance Target: 92%
Welcome to Term 1 at Conondale SS
As we embark on another exciting term at CSS, I want to extend a warm welcome to all students, staff, and families. It has been fantastic to see everyone return with such enthusiasm, and I am particularly pleased to report that we have started the term with an outstanding attendance rate of 97.4%! Our goal for the year is 92%, and I encourage everyone to continue prioritising attendance to support student learning and engagement.
This year, we are focusing on two key priorities:
Priority One: Enhancing our understanding of the Australian Curriculum while strengthening the links between curriculum, teaching, learning, and student outcomes, with a particular focus on Mathematics.
Priority Two: Integrating effective pedagogical approaches to refine teacher monitoring of student learning and further strengthen instructional practices. These priorities will guide our professional development and classroom strategies to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
Staffing Updates
This term, Ms Jacinta will be on leave until the end of term, and we welcome Mrs. Harris as her replacement. Mr. Meneely will also be on leave for the first four weeks, and we are awaiting confirmation regarding his replacement. We appreciate your patience and support as we ensure continuity in student learning.
Parent Engagement
A big thank you to all families who attended the recent parent information afternoon. Your involvement in your child’s education is invaluable, and we truly appreciate your ongoing support. We also encourage all parents to consider joining the P&C (Parents and Citizens Association). The P&C plays a vital role in our school community, and your input and participation can make a real difference. If you're interested, please reach out for more details on how to get involved.
Student Wellbeing & Gratitude Journaling
This term, we are introducing daily gratitude journaling for students. This initiative aims to foster a positive mindset, improve wellbeing, and encourage reflection. We believe that taking a moment each day to acknowledge things we are grateful for will contribute to a more supportive and engaged learning environment.
Important Updates
Parade Time Change: School parade will now be held from 2:00 - 2:20 pm each week. Please make note of this new time.
Attendance Monitoring: Moving forward, we will no longer be offering a text message service for attendance. Instead, we will be calling parents directly for any unexplained absences. Regular attendance is essential for student success, so we appreciate your cooperation in ensuring students are at school every day.
As we move through the term, I look forward to seeing the wonderful progress our students make. Thank you for your continued support, and let’s work together to make this a fantastic term at Conondale SS
Warm regards,
Scott Willis
Principal, Conondale SS
Uniforms Online
Uniforms can now be ordered online and sent home with your children. Follow the link here https://conondale-state-school-uniform-shop.square.site/ to get your uniforms.
Tuckshop Online
Tuckshop can now be ordered online and is available to students Wednesday first break every week. Please ensure you have placed your order by 5:00pm Monday. The online order link is here https://conondale-state-school-pc-association.square.site/?location=11ec27ca0bf3a147b5f5ac1f6bbbd01e
Our whole school approach to literacy! WOW!
