16 May 2025

From Taylor Haley, Principal

Dear Parents and Caregivers

I know many of us certainly enjoyed the shorter weeks to start the term and I know from the feedback from the students, they sure did as well! However, in saying this, I appreciated the full week last week, it allowed me to catch-up on things and really get into the swing of Term 2.  

Continued Learning for Educators – A Commitment to Excellence

At our school, we believe that learning never stops—not just for our students, but for our educators as well. Professional learning is essential to ensuring our staff stay current, inspired, and equipped to provide the highest quality education.

Recently, our school leaders participated in a powerful professional learning day with Leading Teams, an organisation renowned for building strong, collaborative cultures in schools and workplaces. The session focused on developing leadership capability, strengthening team dynamics, and fostering open and honest communication across all levels of our school community.

This kind of professional growth helps ensure our leadership team can better support staff, enhance student outcomes, and maintain a positive school environment for everyone.

I am proud of our team’s ongoing commitment to learning and growth; and we're excited to keep working together to make our school the best it can be.

Enhancing Communication: New Guidelines for Parent-Teacher Interactions

You may have seen some recent media regarding the new governments intent to Reduce Red Tape in schools. Last Friday, our local member and Minister for Education and the Arts, The Honourable John-Paul Langbroek was at our great school to release one of three new strategies.

The Queensland Department of Education is introducing new communication guidelines as part of its red tape reduction strategy. These guidelines aim to streamline interactions between parents and teachers, ensuring effective communication within designated school hours.

Recognising the increasing demands on teachers' time, the initiative seeks to protect educators' right to disconnect outside of work hours. Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek announced that a one-page statewide guideline will be released to address this issue.

Parents are encouraged to schedule meetings during school hours and utilise established communication channels for any concerns or discussions. This approach fosters a respectful and productive partnership between families and educators, ultimately benefiting our students' learning experiences. In my experience, the Surfers Paradise community have always been very respectful and understanding to our staff when communicating, however I do know that some of my colleagues around the state have not been so lucky.

These guidelines are yet to be released, but once they do I’ll be sure to share them with our community.

Thank You to Our Wonderful P&C – Mother’s Day Stall

A huge thank you to our amazing P&C for running the Mother’s Day Stall last week! Your hard work, planning, and care gave our students the chance to pick out thoughtful gifts and experience the joy of giving. The smiles on their faces said it all!

We’d also like to wish a very Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mums, grandmothers, and mother figures in our school community. We hope your weekend was filled with love, appreciation, and maybe even a little pampering — you deserve it!

Nominate a teacher for National Excellence in Teaching Awards

Nominate an outstanding educator for the 2025 National Excellence in Teaching awards. These awards recognise inspirational, talented and committed teachers who make a significant impact on their students, school and community. Winners will receive a $5,000 or $10,000 professional development grant. Nominations close Friday 27 June 2025.

Parentline service supporting parents and carers

Parentline is a free, confidential counselling service available for all Queensland parents and carers.

If you need support navigating challenging situations, Parentline offers qualified counsellors who can help with expert advice, emotional support and referrals when needed.

Parentline’s services include:

• practical parenting resources on their website
• live webchat with professional counsellors
• phone support for immediate assistance (1300 30 1300)
• the option to pre-book ongoing sessions with the same counsellor
• online counsellor-facilitated parenting forums for shared support
• referrals to other family support services when additional help is needed.

Visit their website www.parentline.com.au for more information today or give them a call on 1300 30 1300.

National Walk Safely to School Day was today, Friday 16 May 2025

Walk Safely to School Day encourages positive environmental action, better use of public transport with reduced car-dependency and encourages parents and carers to walk more, reducing dangerous traffic congestion around schools.

Being active every day, including walking to school, can help make a difference for many Australians. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or carer - everyone has a role to play in helping children to lead active healthy lives.

Remember, Active Kids are Healthy Kids, so start planning where possible your walking journey to school.

Calendar Term 2

This calendar is for reference only and is subject to change. Please check with your child’s class newsletter for any changes to times and dates. If you are unsure, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or the school office during business hours.

This calendar is for reference only and is subject to change. Please check with your child’s class newsletter for any changes to times and dates. If you are unsure, please contact your child’s teacher or the school office during business hours.

P&C Fundraisers

The Entertainment Book is available to purchase to raise funds for our school.   

Pie Drive - If you would like to purchase pies, please order before Monday 2 June 2025.

Please email if you have any queries pandc@surfersparadisess.eq.edu.au

Year 1 Currumbin Wildlife excursion

Year 2 Wildlife Rangers incursion

Year 4 Sea World excursion

Cultural Day

Music – Winterfest

Choral Fanfare – Choir Students

Lost Property

Please remember to label all student belongings with their name. We have many jackets, lunch boxes, drink bottles and hats in lost property!!

Birthday Book Club

“Many happy returns” to the following students who have donated a ‘Birthday Book’ for our school library:  

Library Volunteers Needed

Mrs B is looking for assistance to cover some new Class Readers.  Would you be available to help, 9am to 11am or afternoons from 2.15pm to 3pm in the library?

Broadwater District Cross Country Results

Cross Country Results for SPSS students who competed at Runaway Bay.

Very well done by all competitors. Remembering, the 80-100 students who competed, at the District Trials, were from the 34 schools in our District. These students were the top 10 percent of the students in the Broadwater District, with approximately 1,000 students in total.

Students progressing to the South Coast Cross Country Trials, Tuesday 3 June 2025, will be the students who finished in the top 14.

Very well done and best of luck.

Mr Gee, PE Teacher

Bus – Kinetic Timetable Changes

Community Notice Board

The school is happy to advertise some local events and business ventures. However, we do not necessarily endorse them to you. It is the responsibility of individual parents/caregivers to ensure that they themselves are satisfied with all services offered before they involve their children.