Principal's News
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.
Dear readers,
As Term 2 is underway, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to our students, staff, and families for a wonderful start to the new term. A special thank you to all the students, families, and community members who attended and supported our ANZAC Day ceremony — your presence made it a truly meaningful and respectful occasion.
We continue to see fantastic engagement across our school community, both inside the classroom and beyond. Your support, involvement, and encouragement are deeply appreciated and make a real difference in our students’ lives.
Wishing everyone a safe and productive Term 2 ahead as we work together towards more learning, growth, and achievements.
A Huge Thank You to Our School Review Team
A sincere thank you to Sheldon and Anet for undertaking our school review this term. The process has been positive and affirming, and we look forward to receiving the final report. Thank you for your professionalism, support, and valuable insights.
Important Updates
- Cooking Program for Prep, Year 1, and Year 2:
Cooking lessons start next Thursday and will continue weekly. It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to build practical skills and enjoy hands-on learning! - Tuckshop Returns:
Tuckshop will resume on Wednesday 7th May. Orders need to be placed by Monday 5:00pm for Wednesday’s first break. You can place your orders here: https://conondale-state-school-pc-association.square.site/?location=11ec27ca0bf3a147b5f5ac1f6bbbd01e - Uniform Shop Link.
- Parade:
Parade will continue to run from 2:00 - 2:20 pm each week on Monday. - Attendance Monitoring:
A reminder that direct phone calls will be made for any unexplained absences — thank you for supporting regular attendance. - Cono Club:
Cono Club continues every Monday after parade — parents are always welcome to join. - New School Mobile Number:
0474 157 388 (for school notices and emergency updates only).
Farewell and Best Wishes to Lisa
Lisa’s last day at Conondale SS will be on June 26th, 2025. We thank Lisa for all her hard work, care, and contribution to our school. We wish her all the very best for her next chapter and know she will be greatly missed by students, staff, and families alike.
Upcoming staff Development
Louise Sanderson and I are fortunate to have the opportunity to attend a Reading Masterclass on 1st May, where we will deepen our knowledge and explore strategies to further enhance literacy outcomes across our school. Additionally, Jeanette Vergens and I will be attending professional learning on Restorative Practices on 7th May. This training will support our ongoing efforts to build strong, positive relationships and a supportive school culture. We look forward to bringing back new insights and sharing them with our team.
Dave will be attending a two-day professional development opportunity focused on advancing his knowledge and understanding of the latest developments in QLearn. This training will support our continued efforts to integrate digital learning tools effectively across the school. We’re excited to see what new ideas and insights Dave will bring back to share with us!je
Looking Ahead
As we move further into Term 2, it’s fantastic to see the energy and excitement in classrooms and around the school. Keep up the great work, and we look forward to seeing everyone continue to thrive!
Let’s make it another amazing term at Conondale SS!
Our whole school approach to literacy! WOW!
