22 August 2025

Principal’s Desk

Monster Colour Fun Run

Our P&C's Monstar Colour Fun Run will be held on Friday 19 September.  This is our major school fundraiser for 2025 and is an event not to miss!  Each week we will be announcing a new weekly colour run challenge!  Challenge 1 was for the class who had the most students registered by Friday 15th August.  The winner for this challenge was 1S, who won 15 mins of extra playtime!

Challenge 2 (this week’s challenge) is the class that has the highest fundraising total by Friday 22 August.  This class will receive free icy poles for every student.  The winning class will be announced at morning messages on Monday morning.

Participation in the School Fun Run doesn't require fundraising.  It is a fun event open to all students. Please make sure you register as Registration = permission to participate. 

Even raising as little as $10 will ensure your child wins a prize. Plus, there are class prizes to be won, and the whole school benefits from the funds raised! The more we raise, the more resources we can pour back into our school for ALL students to enjoy.

Interschool Sport

This term, we will be competing in the Interschool Touch Competition.  Our students have been training very hard in their lunch breaks and Friday afternoons for this upcoming sports event.  It will be held at Bee Gees on Friday 29 August and Friday 12 September.  Permission forms for this event have been sent home.  Please ensure you return forms and payment by the due date. 

Mark West Cup

Congratulations to our Rugby League team who competed in the Mark West competition at Beerwah on Friday 8 August. We won 3 from 4 matches, coming second to Maleny State School after a countback.  Well done to all our players who played most of the games without any reserves.  A big thank you to Mr Spies for coaching our team and all our parents for supporting our students and cheering the team on throughout the day.  Maleny State School have requested that Royalz Brown, Deja Renata-Kokiri and Corey Hurst join their Mark West Cup Team to compete in the Regional Mark West Cup in Tewantin. Congratulations to these three students on their selection.  We wish them all the best at the Regionals.

Regional Athletics

Congratulations to River Mayfield, Deja Renata-Kokiri, Rory Upshall and Bobby Coker who have been selected in the Glasshouse athletics team to participate in the Sunshine Coast Regional Track and Field carnival on the 27 and 28 August. We wish them all the best in their upcoming competition. 

Prep to Year 2 Cross Country

Mr Spies has set a new date for our Prep to Year 2 Cross Country. It will now be held on Tuesday 26 August (1st session). After needing to postpone this event twice already, let's hope to weather is kind to us this time!

Landsborough Vitamin Bee Show Choir

Our show choir has been working hard this year, with scheduled practices each Friday afternoon.  They will be performing for students, parents and community at our school parade in week 8 on Monday September 1st.  They can’t wait to share with you what they have been working on. This will be a presentation you don’t want to miss! 

No Parade Week 7

Due to the Star Lab Incursion set up in our hall on Monday August 25, there will be no school parade in week 7. 

Now Taking 2025 Prep Enrolments

Enrolments are now open for the 2026 Prep Cohort.  Prep is the first year of school and provides the foundation for your child’s education.  It is compulsory for Queensland children to undertake Prep prior to Year 1. Prep is a full-time program in primary schools and has a defined curriculum.  Children attend Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 2:30pm.

Children must be 5 by 30 June in the year they enrol. Click on the below link and enter your child’s month and year born to see when your child can start Prep:

Enrolment packs can be collected from our school office for any interested parents.  Below is some information on our next Principal Tour.  Should you require further information please contact our school administration on 5436 2777.

Parent Teacher Interviews – Monday 15 September

Parent / Teacher interviews will be held this term on the afternoon of Monday 15 September.  This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress with their class teacher. Attendance at these meetings also signals to your child that you value their education and how they are progressing. More information will be emailed out soon with the booking information and links to book your interview.  

Student Pick-Up Reminder: School Finishes at 2:30 PM — Grounds Close at 2:45 PM

To help maintain a safe and orderly environment for all students, staff, and visitors, we kindly remind families that all students must leave the school grounds by 2:45 PM each day, unless enrolled in Helping Hands.

After this time, our staff are engaged in professional development, meetings, and planning activities, and require a quiet and focused environment to work effectively.

We have observed that many children remain unsupervised after school hours, leading to safety concerns and incidents involving damage to school property, including buildings and pathways. We ask parents and carers to ensure children are collected promptly and supervised as needed.

If a child has not been collected by 2:45 PM, they must report to the front office. Staff will then contact parents or guardians to confirm pick-up arrangements.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and respectful school environment for everyone.

Student Free Day

Friday 5 September is a student free day for all Queensland State Schools. Students do not attend school. If you require care for your child/ren, Helping Hands Landsborough will be open. Remember, bookings must be made in advance for your child to attend Helping Hands PH: 0428 524 854.0

Parentline: Support and advice for all Queensland parents and carers

Being a parent can be rewarding—but it can also be challenging. Whether you’re trying to support your child with school issues, friendship challenges, behaviour, or tough moments at home, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next.

Parentline is a free and confidential service available to all Queensland parents and carers. No problem is too big or too small—and reaching out early can make a real difference.

Parentline offers advice and support on a wide range of parenting topics, including:

• bullying and friendship issues
• parent–child relationships
• parenting strategies and behaviour management
• mental and emotional wellbeing—for both children and parents

You can speak with a trained professional by phone or webchat (6am-midnight), seven days a week.

An online bullying support forum is also available. This is a safe, moderated space to connect with others, ask questions, and share experiences.

📞 Call 1300 30 1300

💬 Visit parentline.com.au

Because parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but help is here when you need it.

Yours in Education

Head of Department – Curriculum

Year 6 Set for Success Program

As part of the Glasshouse Coalition where feeder primary schools work closely with Beerwah SHS, our Year 6 students and teachers have commenced a Set for Success Program which is facilitated by Beerwah SHS and aims to ensure that Landsborough SS students are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to navigate digital teaching and learning via QLearn. QLearn is the Departments new learning management system and is being used more and more across both primary and secondary schools to support streamlined digital learning.

In Year 7 at Beerwah SHS and other state high schools, students will need to have knowledge of this platform to use in their classes. Through working virtually with Patrick Walden (Head of Department Digital Technologies and Humanities) at Beerwah SHS students will:

✔️ Access pages, files and information from within a module

✔️ Participate in online class discussions via the class discussion board

✔️ Complete set tasks using Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

✔️ Save and Submit tasks

Our Year 6 students will begin participating in this online program on Thursday 4^th September, it will run for 6 weeks.

Prep Info Session

If you have a child beginning Prep in 2026 we will be holding a Prep information session for parents in the hall on Wednesday 3^rd September 5:30-6:30pm. Please along and join us, ask questions and find out how fantastic Prep at Landsborough State School is!

Sky Lab/Sky Night

We have some exciting incursions coming up that aligns to our curriculum.

Prep to Year 6 will be participating in the Sky Lab on Monday 25^th August. $11.50 should have already been paid for your child to participate. If you have not returned permission slip/paid please contact the office immediately.

Year 1 students will be studying the night sky at school on Thursday 4^th September 5:15-7:00pm. Please see the classroom teacher for further information.

Combined Bands

Beerwah and Maleny State High Schools combined band gave an outstanding performance at LSS on Wednesday 19^th August. Students in Yr 3-6 listened to familiar songs form Moama and Star Wars. Students were able to see percussion in action as they created ‘eerie’ music with their instruments.

Phonic Fun Facts

Do you know when to use the ‘ck’ grapheme when you’re spelling words?

‘ck’ is only used right after a short vowel. When the /k/ sound is preceded by a short vowel, use ‘ck’. Examples: back, neck, block, and stick Also: duck, cracker, bucket, necktie, and Mack.

Book Week 2025

Landsborough State School was transformed into a world of wonder today as we ‘Booked an Adventure’ for Book Week 2025!

From enchanted forests to outer space, from classic characters to modern favourites; our students stepped into stories and brought their favourite characters to life in our dress-up parade.

This year marks 80 years of Children’s Book Week, and what better way to celebrate than with a journey through imagination, creativity, and the joy of reading.

Thank you to our families, staff, and young adventurers for making today unforgettable. We do appreciate all the effort that went into creating our adventurous costumes!

Here's to many more literary adventures ahead!

Landsborough Legends

Congratulations to our Landsborough Legends for this week. NOTE: If your child is away on the day they are to receive their Landsborough Legend certificate on parade, they will receive their certificate from their classroom teacher.

Week 4, Term 3 Landsborough Legends (presented Week 5)

Week 5, Term 3 Landsborough Legends (presented Week 6)

And congratulations to our Buzz Ticket winners for this week, each receiving Beefy’s Pie vouchers!

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

What is Reboot and Why Do We Use It at Landsborough State School?

At Landsborough State School, we know that learning happens best when students feel calm, focused, and ready to engage. That’s why we use the Reboot program—a practical approach to help children understand and manage their emotions so they can return to a “learning-ready” state.

Reboot teaches students about the connection between the brain, body, and emotions. Using simple, child-friendly language and visual tools, it helps them recognise when they’re feeling calm, stressed, or overwhelmed, and gives them strategies to self-regulate.

Our aim with Reboot is to create a supportive, consistent environment where students feel safe to acknowledge their emotions and develop life-long skills for resilience, emotional awareness, and positive learning behaviours.

When children know how to “reboot” themselves, they’re not just learning for school, they’re learning for life.

High School Transition Information for Year 6 families

Maleny State High School – Parent Info Session

Maleny State High School staff will be visiting our school on Tuesday 26 August from 2:30 – 3:30pm to host a Parent Information Session. If your child is enrolling at Maleny State High School for 2026, we highly recommend that you attend this information afternoon. This event will be held in the Year 6 classrooms.

School Administration and Finance

Time Out

In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in the number of students absent from school due to sickness. Queensland Health recommends 'Time Out' for contagious diseases e.g. chicken pox, influenza and gastroenteritis. Queensland Health also has strict guidelines for children affected by head lice. Further advice and information on any of the relevant conditions can be obtained by contacting your nearest Public Health Unit or referring to the Timeout Poster below.

Does your child require medication at school?

If your child needs to take medication at school, please provide the office staff with:

• a completed and signed Consent to administer medication form;
• the medication in its original container; and
• medical authorisation (e.g. the pharmacy label, or a letter from the doctor, or a completed and signed health action plan).

Please ask our administration staff should you have any questions.

Student Absences

Every day counts - students who attend school all day, every day, achieve more positive outcomes.

Full day absence

Parents are required to report days absent by:

Calling 5436 2760 and leaving a voicemail.

Responding to the text message sent by the school

Emailing office@landsborss.eq.edu.au 

Late Arrivals & Early Departures

Late arrivals and early departures must sign in and out through our administration office.

NOTE: Unexplained absences will print on report cards.

Landsborough State School Facebook Page

The Landsborough State School Facebook page is a great place to keep up-to-date regarding upcoming events, what volunteers are needed and helpful reminders in case you missed the notification. If you haven’t already ‘liked’ our Facebook page, jump on and do so now.

QParents

Throughout Semester 1 we have continued to use established processes (paper copies) to communicate information and seek consent for camps, excursions, incursions etc. with the aim of providing parents and carers with as much time as possible to sign up to QParents. We are in the process of fully transitioning to QParents which will mean that paper copies will no longer be provided. Please ensure that you have signed up to QParents so that you can access this important communication.

QParents is a secure, online portal that our school uses. QParents provides parents with quick, easy access to their student information including:

• student and attendance details
• report cards
• invoices and payment history
• consent forms for school activities such as excursions.

For further information, visit the QParents Website or call 13 QGOV (13 74 68).

LSS P&C

The P&C is made up of parents just like you! The primary goal of the P&C is to enhance the educational opportunities for the students at our school. But along with that, it is also a great platform to build lifelong friendships with other like-minded parents, enhance your skill set, become more informed on important school matters and policies, provide parent input and give back to our wonderful school community.

Being a P&C member does not mean that you must attend all meetings. Our meetings are where all decisions are made, therefore attendance is encouraged so you can have your say.

Our next meeting is Wednesday 27 August at 5:30pm in the Hive.

In the meantime, if there any questions please don't hesitate to contact us at: landsboroughpandc@outlook.com.

Colour Fun Run – Friday 19 September

Did you hear the exciting news? The Monstar Colour Fun Run is back for 2025 and will be held on Friday 19 September! 

We can't wait to fundraise with you. This year we are fundraising to replace water bubblers throughout the school.

Without volunteers we can't run the event, so we will be searching for parent and carer help. There are lots of easy, fun jobs to do. Sign up using the link below:

Father’s Day Stall – 3^rd September

Save the Date!  Our Father’s Day stall will be held before school on Wednesday 3 September…. stay tuned for further details. We are seeking volunteers to assist us at the stall. Please sign up via the link below if you can lend a hand:

Subway

Thanks to the team at Subway Glenview, we will continue to offer a Subway meal deal EVERY THURSDAY as a healthy school school lunch option for students.  The meal deal includes your choice of a 6-inch sub or wrap, a drink (water/juice) and a cookie.

Ordering must be done online via the Flexischools App.

Orders must be placed by 5pm each Wednesday to ensure your order is delivered to your child’s classroom for 1^st break on Thursday.

Uniforms - The School Locker

Landsborough State School uniforms are available to purchase from The School Locker Maroochydore.  This store is open 7 days a week for convenient shopping. You can also make purchases online and have the items home delivered! 

Road Safety Message

Last year, 302 lives were lost on Queensland roads. Be part of the change by getting involved in Queensland Road Safety Week, 18 – 22 August.

This year's theme is 'We’re one team Queensland. Let’s drive like it'. Together, we can make a positive difference on Queensland's roads.

Landsborough State School is proud to be supporting this year's Queensland Road Safety Week because we want our school community to get home safe so you can be there for the ones you love.

We’re One Team Queensland. Let’s drive like it!

Community News

Landsborough Girl Guides

Landsborough Tennis Club Fun Day

Due to inclement weather, the previous event was postponed. Please note a new date has been arranged – Saturday 30^th August.

Free Community Fair to Support Local School Chaplains

Baptist Church is proud to be hosting a fun-filled FREE Community Fair in support of our incredible local school chaplains who are making a real difference in the lives of young people in our schools.

We’re giving away three skateboards, and there are loads of exciting activities for the whole family!

Take on our massive inflatable obstacle course — as many times as you can! The person with the most runs on the day will win a special prize!

Enjoy an action-packed day with live music, giant bubbles, Giant Jenga, rock painting, a jumping castle, a special under-5s area, woodworking activities, face painting, and balloon animals!

Delicious food will be available, including a $3 sausage sizzle & drinks, and sweet treats like fairy floss, popcorn, and custard cups for only $1 each — with all proceeds supporting our chaplains.

Hunter Roasters will be on site with top-quality coffee and will donate a portion of their profits to the fundraiser.

Please note:

Only the coffee vendor will have electronic payment available.

All fundraising food items will be CASH ONLY — please come prepared to support this great cause!

When: 13^th September 2025
Where: 1247 Landsborough Maleny Rd, Maleny (in the paddock)
Time: 10am – 2pm

Join us for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit — and help support the wonderful work of Christine, Jayde, and Donna, our local chaplains serving our schools with care and compassion.

Let’s come together as a community — we can’t wait to see you there!