19 September 2025

Principal’s Desk

Monstar Colour Fun Run – Today’s the Day!

Our P&C’s Monstar Colour Fun Run is happening today, and we couldn’t be more excited! As our major school fundraiser for 2025, this event promises to be a fun-filled afternoon you won’t want to miss.  Students and families will be out on the oval enjoying an exciting obstacle course, sliming staff and community members, and getting absolutely covered in coloured powder, all in the name of fun and fundraising!  A massive thank you to our amazing P&C for all their hard work in organising this event, and to our school community for the incredible fundraising efforts and ongoing support.  We hope everyone has a fantastic afternoon. Don’t forget to check out our Facebook page for some colourful and messy highlights!

Prep Mud Kitchen

Mr Mark has been very busy creating a fantastic mud kitchen for our Prep students!  The children are already enjoying endless fun, creativity, and imaginative play thanks to this wonderful addition to our outdoor space.  We truly appreciate the time, effort, and care you put into creating something so special. Thank you, Mr Mark!

Term 4 Staffing Update

At the end of this term, Dr Jamie Coull will be commencing maternity leave, returning mid-2026. We wish Dr Coull all the very best during this exciting time.  We are pleased to announce that Mrs Mandy Nicola was successful in her application to replace Dr Coull as our Performing Arts teacher during her leave. Mrs Nicola brings a strong background in Music and has already been working in various roles across our school. She is well known to our students and familiar with our school operations, and we are confident she will continue to provide high-quality arts education to our students.

We also extend our sincere thanks to Mrs Melissa Dougherty, who has been working with our Inclusion team, supporting students in the middle years since the beginning of this year. Mrs Dougherty’s contract will conclude at the end of this term. On behalf of the Landsborough State School community, we thank her for her expertise, dedication, and the positive impact she has made. We wish her all the very best for the future.

Jones Hill SS Visit & Lockyer Valley Professional Learning Tour

Over the past two weeks, Landsborough State School has proudly hosted staff from Jones Hill State School and Principals from the Lockyer Valley Region as part of a professional learning tour. The focus of these visits was to observe our approach to the teaching of reading, our literacy block, and English curriculum.  A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated staff for their professionalism and generosity in welcoming our visitors into classrooms and sharing their teaching practice. These valuable learning exchanges are only possible because of their willingness to collaborate, reflect, and lead.  Their openness and commitment to high-quality teaching are helping to position Landsborough as a school of excellence in teaching and learning. Thank you for showcasing the incredible work happening across our school every day.  Congratulations, Landsborough.  You continue to shine!

Secure your 2026 Prep Enrolment

Enrolments are quickly filling up for Prep at Landsborough in 2026.   If you intend on sending your child to Landsborough in 2026, we encourage you to get your enrolment form in by the end of this term.  This will help us with class planning for 2026.

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

Thank You to Our Parents and Teachers – Term 3 Parent/Teacher Interviews

On Monday, 15 September, we held our Term 3 Parent/Teacher Interviews. This was a valuable opportunity for parents and teachers to come together and discuss student progress throughout the 2025 school year.  We were pleased to see a strong turnout, with most interview slots fully booked. Your commitment and partnership play a vital role in supporting our students' learning and growth.  Thank you to all parents and teachers for your time, effort, and dedication to ensuring the best outcomes for every child.

Happy Holidays

I would like to thank our students, families and community for a wonderful Term 3 and wish you all a safe and happy September holiday break.  I hope that you get to spend some quality time with your loved ones and look forward to seeing you back for a great Term 4 on Tuesday 7 October, 2025. 

Yours in Education

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 8, Term 3 Landsborough Legends (presented Week 9)

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

PBL – Reboot Faces

Alongside PBL we use the Reboot program which helps children recognise their emotions and return to a calm, ready to learn state. To make this easier for students we use reboot faces. The faces and numbers below are the visuals students use to identify how they are feeling.

Often throughout the day we come across many speed bumps or roadblocks that may change how we are feeling. Therefore, it is important students learn some strategies that will help us move from 1 or 2 to a 4 or 5. Here are some strategies students may choose.

Role modelling this behaviour for kids is a powerful way to show them that we all need to cope with our feelings and emotions. It teaches that managing feelings is a skill we can all develop. This is a great opportunity for you to share some strategies you may use during the day too.

High School Transition Information for Year 6 Families

Beerwah State High School

Please ensure Year 7 2026 Enrolments are finalised ASAP prior to the end of Term 3, Friday 19 September.

Email: enrolments@beerwahshs.eq.edu.au or call 5436 5333 for assistance with finalising your child's application for enrolment in 2026.

School Administration and Finance

Upcoming Blue Card Changes

Blue card changes are coming from 20 September.

These changes include:

• parent volunteers will require blue cards if:
• services or activities do not include their own child
• they attend overnight excursions or camps
• close personal contact may occur with another child may occur (such as assisting with toileting, bathing or dressing).
• external businesses providing services in schools or to children will need a blue card.
  

For more information about the upcoming changes, visit the Queensland Government website

Student Resource Scheme – 2025

Parents on SRS payment plans, please note that all 2025 SRS fees must be paid in full by the end of Term 3. If you have any queries or are unsure if you have an outstanding account, please contact our administration staff on Ph: 5436 2777. Parents NOT PARTICIPATING in the scheme must provide their student with all the items that would otherwise be provided by the scheme.

We have a range of options for parents wanting to pay fees:

• BPOINT / BPAY (our preferred payment method). On the bottom left of the invoice you will find a link for this payment method.
• Come to the school office in person and pay via cash or credit/debit card.
• Centrelink deduction.

If you are experiencing financial difficulties, part payments and payment plans can be arranged. For more information, please contact our Business Manager, Petra, on 5436 2777.

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

Have you registered for Qparents yet? Electronic consent forms will soon be used for all excursions. Please take a moment to register for Qparents. If you do not have an access code or require assistance, please contact our administration office. Thank you for your support as we make this transition.

Register today at:   http://qparents.qld.edu.au

Performing Arts Update

Show Choir

Congratulations to our Show Choir "Vitamin Bee" for their excellent performance on Parade in Week 8. The choir have been working on two songs from musical theatre and if you missed it, check our school Facebook Page for the videos taken by Mrs Barry. 

At the end of this year, we are farewelling the final "foundation member" of show choir. This student has been committed to attending rehearsals and being a member of the choir since 2022 when I started the program. Thank you, Piper Joyce (2025 Performing Arts Captain). It's been an absolutely pleasure to watch you grow in skill and confidence over the past 4 years. 

Show Choir will continue in Term 4 with my replacement taking over. 

2026 Whole School Musical

At the end of this term, I'll be going on maternity leave. Thank you to those families who have kindly reached out to me with well wishes. I will be returning next year for the beginning of Term 3 2026 to direct our Whole School Musical Project, which has been switched to Semester 2. 

In 2026 we will present a Musical Theatre Showcase rather than our usual Junior Broadway Collection show. That means each year level will study music from a different musical and present their work in a concert style in Term 4 2026. This is a great opportunity to explore music from shows that we may not get the chance to perform as a full show. I'm very excited to return to what I think is the best part of my job. 

Have a lovely break. 

Classroom News

Year 1 Fire Safety Visit

On Tuesday, students in Year 1 received a special visit from local firefighters. They reviewed information about fire safety and showed the students their fire truck and the tools they use. The students had a lot of fun!

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HPE News

Surf Awareness (Year 5 & 6)

Our Year 5 & 6 students will commence their Surf Awareness lessons next term. Lessons will be every Thursday for five weeks, commencing on 16 October. Permission forms and payment are due by 9^th October.

Swimming Lessons (Prep to Year 4)

During Term 4, students in Prep to year 4 will be participating in Swimming lessons. Lessons this year will be in an intensive block and will run for 1 week (each class will participate in 5 lessons). The swimming block will be in week 7 of Term 4 and will be conducted at Beerwah Pool, run by accredited instructors.

Further information regarding swimming will be sent home at the start of Term 4.

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 8 October 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

Thank you for all your support. It is with great pleasure to share that our Colour Fun Run was a huge success!

It is fantastic to see the spirit and enthusiasm that was displayed in supporting our school. Seeing the smiles on the student’s faces and everyone coming together as they ran was truly amazing!

At the time of writing this article we had raised $27,200!! We look forward to sharing our final fundraising tally with you early next term.

The incentive prizes will now be ordered. Once we receive the prize order at the school we will sort and distribute them in a timely manner.

Again, our most sincere thanks for your support and fundraising efforts. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Term 4 Events

We have lots of fun activities planned for Term 4 including our annual School Disco, a Book Fair and Christmas Concert.  Stay tuned for further details after the Spring Holiday break.

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! 

Helping Hands Vacation Care

School holidays are upon us already! If you are needing care for your children over the holiday period, check out the fantastic holiday program on offer at Helping Hands Landsborough.

Road Safety Information

E-scooters and e-bikes

To ensure you and your child stay safe when using e-scooters or e-skateboards, please remember:

• Only those aged 16+ can ride e-scooters and e-skateboards unsupervised.
• Helmets must be worn with the straps properly fastened (bicycle or motorcycle helmets) and bells fitted for devices with handlebars.
• No passengers/doubling – only one person riding an e-scooter.
• Speed limit of 12km/h on footpaths and shared paths.
• Serious fines may apply to riders, and parents, if caught breaking the rules.

StreetSmartsQld features educational videos and other helpful safety tips for riding e-scooters and e-skateboards.

Community News

Landsborough Girl Guides

Fun & Funky Crafts

C&K Mooloolah

Suncoast Hinterland Softball Association

We’re excited to announce that the Suncoast Hinterland Softball Association’s 2025/26 Summer Season is just around the corner,  and we’d love to welcome your students and families to join in the fun!

Softball is a game for everyone… boys and girls, men and women, ages 5 years and up. Whether you’re a beginner, returning after a break, or already love the sport, softball is all about fun, friendship, and teamwork.

Season Starts: Saturday 11th October 2025
Game Times: Juniors play in the mornings, Adults in the afternoons
A true family sport – kids, parents, and even grandparents can all get involved!

Softball is inclusive, active, and social; it’s the perfect way to keep kids moving, meet new friends, and build confidence, while also offering adults a chance to stay fit and be part of a welcoming community.

Beerwah Library School Holiday Activities

During September and October, Sunshine Coast Libraries invite comic superfans to complete a Scavenger Hunt and clever champions to undertake the Super Serious Comic Quest. Aspiring artists can bring wild ideas to life in our Animal Mash-Up or design their own epic tales in Comic Book Creation. Join Cartoon Dave to master the art of cartooning or make your mark as a mighty hero in Super Badges.

Further details can be found on our website @ https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/whats-on/holiday-activities