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25.01.2022 Novel coronavirus - Chief Health Officer advice for parents and carers on returning to schools.

25.01.2022 The Bulls Masters have gone to the Lockyer Valley Regional Council for the first time to run some school clinics at Ma Ma Creek State School Mt Whitestone Prima...ry Forest Hill State School and Gatton State School today with Michael Kasprowicz, Charlie Hemphrey Luke Feldman and Gavin Fitness... . . . BMD Group CNW Electrical WholesaleLegrand Australia Aquis Farm Sci-Fleet Toyota Lexus of Indooroopilly Australian Cricketers' Association Chemist Warehouse Queensland Government #bmdgroup #BorderGroup #brisbanemarketslimited See more

25.01.2022 The Primary Prattle has arrived! This magazine is a compilation of all the school events from 2020 as well as pages from each class. The magazine was distributed today to those who ordered them. There are a few more available from the office for those who would still like one. The cost is $20.00.

24.01.2022 The Gatton State School P&C wish to advise that the last day for tuckshop for 2020 will be this Friday 20th November. Please ensure you make alternate arrangements for students lunches after this Friday.

24.01.2022 Dear Parents, Carers and members of the Gatton State School community, As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve we are seeing the positive signs of life and lifestyle slowly returning. We acknowledge the start to this term has been unusual and I thank you for your patience as we have worked through these challenging times. Your support has allowed us to maintain a focus on teaching and learning and some normality of routine for the children of our school.... As a result, Gatton State School warmly welcomes back all students, staff and families . . . we have missed you! Even though school is ready for learning, certain practices remain in place to maintain a safe environment for everyone. We ask that all adults: Maintain 1.5m physical distance from each other, Refrain from congregating in and around areas such as school gates, carparks and outside classrooms please, STOP, DROP and GO; Practise effective hand hygiene and cough/sneeze etiquette; Stay away from the school if unwell. We will continue to keep you informed of latest information affecting our great school. Again, thank you for your understanding as we continue to work together to support and educate your children during this difficult and unprecedented time. W. Merchant Principal

24.01.2022 P&C meeting cancelled Tuesday 27th April. The next meeting is Monday the 17th May, 2pm.

24.01.2022 Yesterday, Year 3S at Gatton State School welcomed Mayor Tanya Milligan and Manager Community Facilities Brendan to help plan and plant their new classroom garden. Take a look through some of the snaps and comment your local gardening tips with these youngsters!

23.01.2022 Harmony Day dress up tomorrow, Thurs 25th of March. Bring a gold coin to support the 2021 student council and wear orange or cultural clothing.

23.01.2022 Our Latest eNewsletter. https://epublisherapp.com/p/newsletter/plissue/MjAwMjA0MA==

23.01.2022 As an extension activity to our school swimming program, some Year 4-6 students will be attempting to qualify for a Royal Life Saving Society Swim and Survive certificate. As part of this assessment, they will be required to complete a survive swim in extra clothing. Please note: the extra clothing will be worn over the top of their swimming togs and swim shirt, as it needs to be removed (in the water) as part of the assessment. Students who require extra clothing were given a note last Friday indicating what they need to bring. The extra clothing will be required for this week's lesson.

23.01.2022 Changes to drop off and pick up procedures. We are excited to welcome back our prep and year 1 students who will be joining our students of essential workers and vulnerable children. To ensure the health and safety of our school community we will be carefully monitoring the number of adults on school grounds. To assist us with this task we ask that adults do the following:... Stop, drop and go. Remain outside the school gate maintaining 1.5 m social distancing. See your kids safely through the gate. School staff will be on duty and easily identifiable with high vis vests on to receive your children and ensure their safety. The following drop off and pick up procedures will be in place: Prep: There will be an entry gate for each class. Prep K: Jensen Street Entrance(see attached photo) Prep M: Cochrane Street Carpark(see attached photo) Prep N: Jensen Street Entrance(see attached photo) Year 1: Entry through the front main gate.(see attached photo) Students will put their bags on the port racks and then sit in the year 1 eating area. To ease traffic congestion families may like to use the Cochrane Street parking area as a drop off and pick up zone. Pick up will follow the same arrangements with staff supervising student movements while parents wait outside the gates. We thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our children and community safe.

22.01.2022 Below is the link for the latest newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/7a8953d7

21.01.2022 Parent-Carer/Teacher Interviews will be held next week via face-to-face on Monday or via phone during the week. You should have received an email yesterday which will allow you to make a booking. Please note: 3W will have interviews in week 1, Term 2.

21.01.2022 Our Behaviour of the Fortnight...

21.01.2022 Due to the weather today the Senior Athletics Carnival has been postponed, new date to be confirmed.

20.01.2022 Upcoming Reminders: Wednesday 5th August- Pie Drive forms to be returned. Friday 7th August - Jeans for Genes Day. Monday 10th August- Public Holiday.Upcoming Reminders: Wednesday 5th August- Pie Drive forms to be returned. Friday 7th August - Jeans for Genes Day. Monday 10th August- Public Holiday.

19.01.2022 There will be no Tuckshop this Friday 31st July. Sorry for any inconvenience.

18.01.2022 Below is the link for this fortnights newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/2c049108

18.01.2022 Here is the lastest Newsletter: https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/d7d40d04

18.01.2022 Dear Gatton SS Students and Families, Congratulations on your successes in learning at home over the past couple of weeks. It has certainly been a steep learning curve for all of us. We have been so impressed by the persistence and positivity demonstrated by our students and their families - Well done! Online Learning Materials... Please remember that all lessons and resources are available online. They can be accessed either through your child's school email account or their class notebook (you don't need to do both!). Help guides for accessing student email accounts and class notebooks can be found on our school website: https://gattonss.eq.edu.au/support-and-resources//documents Submitting Student Work Students will be asked to submit some work in Week 3. Please check the Week 3 instructions from your teacher regarding which work to submit and how to submit it. You can find your weekly teacher instructions via student emails, class notebooks or paper packs. learning@home TV In addition to our online learning materials, the Department of Education has partnered with our major television networks to offer some fantastic learning@home television programs. Information about these programs can be found on the Department of Education learning@home website. https://education.qld.gov.au//learning/learning-at-home-tv Library Borrowing Families are welcome to borrow books from the school library on Monday -Thursday from 9am til 3pm. iPad/Tablet Support If you are using an iPad or other tablet to access learning materials, a video guide to accessing, editing and saving online lessons is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19TFI90jGGA Accessing IT Support If you require support in accessing, saving or submitting online learning materials electronically, please contact [email protected]

17.01.2022 Dear Parent/Carer, Thank you for your patience and support when keeping your children at home during this challenging time. As you would be aware, Queensland schools are practising social distancing strategies to reduce the impact of Covid-19 virus infection among our community. ... We acknowledge the home based learning platform has had varying results due to the increased demand on electronic platforms. Check your emails for information regarding how to access learning materials via your child’s school emails. Be assured, we are not asking students to return any completed work, paper based or digital, at this stage. Please be aware that the school will provide paper copies of year level resources to support families in keeping children at home. Ring the school office on 54663333 or email [email protected]

16.01.2022 On the Break Up Party Day Tuesday 8th December, the pool has been booked so that all children in years 1 -6 will have one hour of free swimming time. Note: Children who have not attended at least three swimming lessons will not be permitted to swim on this day. Every child is to bring his/her swimming gear and $2.00 on Tuesday 8th December. This will pay for pool hire. To guard against sunburn all children should wear 30+ sun screen. Note: Mark 8th December as a swimming day... on your calendar as the school will not be ringing parents of children who forget their togs. Tuesday 8th December times: 2D, 3S, 4H, 5P - 9:00 to 10:30 2W, 4N, 5J - 9:45 to 11:10 1C, 1O, 6P, 5H - 10:20 to 11:40 1A, 3W, 2/3A, 6F - 10:50 to 12:15 6R, 4S, 2M - 11:20 to 12:40

16.01.2022 Swimming Reminder - swimming starts on Monday, all permission notes have been emailed. Permissions need to be returned before students are allowed to attend swimming. Below is a timetable: Monday - 2C and 1M 9:00, 1O and 1D 9:45 Tuesday - 2L and 2W 9:00, 3K and 3W 9:45, 6AP and 6KP 12:00, 6F and 5R 1:45 Wednesday - 4H and 3S 9:00, 4N and 4S 9:45, MR MM and MA 11:45, 5H and 5J 1:45

15.01.2022 We would like to welcome all our new students and returning students back to school. It was exciting yesterday to see everyone back and ready to learn in 2021. We are still accepting any new enrolments.

14.01.2022 The school tuckshop will be closed today. Sorry for any inconvenience.

13.01.2022 Tuckshop operations weeks 7 to 10 (term 2): Tuckshop will restart on Fridays (only) from the 5th June with a limited menu see attached Lunch orders will be packed in class boxes and delivered to classrooms for teachers to distribute No over the counter purchases such as chips, drinks etc... All orders must be written on a paper bag (as per usual practice) See more

13.01.2022 Below is the our latest eNewletter. https://epublisherapp.com/p/newsletter/plissue/MjAwMDUzOA==

13.01.2022 Parent, Carer-Teacher Interviews are available next week. The interviews are being conducted in a COVID-safe way via phone or video conference. Bookings can be made online using the link that was emailed on Tuesday the 1st of September or by phoning the office.

12.01.2022 Here is the link to our latest Newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/cf6b9241

11.01.2022 Welcome to Week 2 of learning from home. It’s great that our online websites, including OneNote, appear to be working much more successfully now. We would like to encourage students to try their OneNote Class Notebook as first preference, however access to lessons via emails will still be available this week to ensure continuity of learning. Paper copies of lessons are also available to those families who are unable to access online materials. Below is a link to our school webpage with guides to accessing online materials : https://gattonss.eq.edu.au/support-and-resources//documents

11.01.2022 Below is the link for this fortnights newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/e3be4376

11.01.2022 Athletics Carnivals 2020 This week we will holding our Junior & Senior Athletics Carnivals as per the dates and times in the documents attached. As much as we would like parents, carers, grandparents and friends to come along and watch, the restrictions will still be such that, we will only be able to have students, staff and a handful of volunteers to attend the event. We understand that this will be disappointing for many who love to attend and support our students and al...so appreciate that you understand the importance of the constraints which we must comply with under these unusual circumstances. Thank you to the volunteers who have registered their name at the office. We look forward to your assistance at the carnival. Junior school includes the Prep to Year 2 students. Senior school includes the Year 3 students to Year 6 students.

11.01.2022 We are aware of the ongoing issue with accessing online learning materials. This is a statewide issue and we are hoping that it will be resolved by tomorrow. We would like to thank families for their patience today and assure you that we are working towards alternative arrangements for providing these materials should these issues continue.

10.01.2022 Butcher Bird Warning We have a territorial Butcher Bird protecting it's nest near our prep area. To manage the risk of attacks please note: - No entry to school via prep gate at showground end for the time being - Entry to prep will be via gate onto prep playground on Jensen st... - Access to the main school from carpark entry off Cochrane st or via Prep entry on Jensen st (by bus zone outside prep k) - We ask that you will tell your children not to not harass the butcher bird as this may make it more aggressive - See map below for details - entry points indicated by black arrows. Stay clear of area marked in red Thank you for your cooperation and understanding See more

10.01.2022 The whole school is participating in a celebration day on the 2nd December, 2020. All students will be rewarded with a piece of pizza and an ice block. "A level behaviour" students will be going to the pool for a free swim. P-2 will be swimming at 9.00-10.00am.... 3-6 will be swimming at 12.00-1.00pm. The inflatable climbing gym is not available due to the heat during this time. "A level behaviour" students may choose to wear free dress as part of our celebration day. Please ensure free dress is sun safe with sleeves on shirts to protect the students whilst out in the playground.

10.01.2022 JUNIOR SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY 2021 The Junior School Cross-Country event will be held this Wednesday 28th April from 1.30 p.m. - 3.00 p.m. on the Gatton SS top oval. Students in Prep to Year 2 will participate in the Junior School Cross Country event. All children have run these distances several times during lessons and should therefore be able to participate in the cross-country. Parents are invited to attend. We ask that you enter from William St via the path to the hall.... Please complete the COVID register which will be on the table outside the hall entrance. Approximate times and distances are listed below. Girls 5 year olds (born 2016) 400 m 1.30pm Boys 5 year olds (born 2016) 400 m 1.40pm Girls 6 year olds (born 2015) 500 m 1:50pm Boys 6 year olds (born 2015) 500 m 2:00pm Girls 7 year olds (born 2014) 600 m 2:10pm Boys 7 year olds (born 2014) 600 m 2:20pm Girls 8 year olds (born 2013) 800 m 2:30pm Boys 8 year olds (born 2013) 800 m 2:40pm Participation is a key part of this afternoon and we encourage all children to compete. Small place certificates will be presented to all who complete the course. The top 5 placegetters will receive a large champion certificate. A house points system will run on the day.

10.01.2022 Today is RUOK Day, it is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that everyday is the day to ask, Are you OK? and support those struggling with life’s ups and downs. Lifeline-13 11 14 www.ruok.org.au

10.01.2022 Providing there are no storms, swimming lessons will continue today and tomorrow despite the wet conditions. Please ensure your child brings their swimmers, swim shirt, goggles and towel etc on their swimming day.

09.01.2022 Here is the link for our latest eNewletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/823a3918

09.01.2022 Reminder School Photos are being held tomorrow Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th July. Photo Days & Sibling Photos Queensland School Photography will be taking our school photographs on Tuesday 14th July and Wednesday 15th July. Students should wear their correct school uniform.... To ensure a smooth running day, please note that all orders are pre-paid and we would kindly ask that you hand your correct payment envelope to THE PHOTOGRAPHERS ON your students class photo day NO EXCEPTIONS. Follow these steps to order: 1. Complete student details on the order envelope please fill in one envelope for each student. 2. You may pay by cash, cheque, or credit card online. If you have two or more children attending you may include the payment in one envelope. Please note clearly in the box provided whose envelope the payment is in as every child ordering photos must hand in their own envelope. 3. Online Orders visit www.qldschoolphotography.com.au to order. Reference number must be recorded on envelope and handed to the photographers on photo day. Access Code: YZYQ35GV 4. Cheques are to be made payable to Queensland School Photography Pty Ltd with your name, address and phone number written on the back. 5. Tick the box for the package required. 6. Enclose the correct payment (change cannot be given) 7. Each student is to hand their individual envelope to the photographer. 8. Parents wanting to have their attending school children photographed together please collect a sibling envelope from the school administration and bring the completed envelope along with your children to our school hall from 8.15 AM till 8.45 AM. Please note if you are ordering sibling photos a sibling envelope must be filled in and brought to the photographers at the designated sibling photo time to ensure there sibling photo is taken. See more

09.01.2022 BREAKING: Here's our back to school plan for Queensland students. Students in Kindy, Prep, Year 1, Year 11 and Year 12 will return to school on May 11, while s...tudents in Years 2 to 10 will continue remote learning at home. We will review the situation on May 15, with the goal to return the remaining students on May 25 if low COVID-19 transmission rates continue. Children of essential workers and vulnerable children are still able to attend school. A sensible and gradual return is only possible because of Queensland’s success in slowing the spread of COVID-19. Compare our efforts to what has happened in other parts of the world and Queenslanders should feel very proud. Keep up the good work! #coronavirus

09.01.2022 Reminder that Friday 4th September is a Pupil Free Day.

09.01.2022 Gatton State School staff and students commemorate all those who have served and sacrificed.

08.01.2022 Providing there are no storms, swimming lessons will continue this week despite the wet conditions. Please ensure your child brings their swimmers, swim shirt, goggles and towel etc on their swimming day.

08.01.2022 There will be no Tuckshop for the next 2 weeks. Tuckshop will resume on the 29th July.

08.01.2022 Today's lessons have been emailed to all student's email addresses. To access student emails logon via https://owa.eq.edu.au and use their school logon details. If your student has not received their lessons or are unable to access their email, contact us via [email protected]

07.01.2022 Senior Swimming Carnival - tomorrow Our Senior School Swimming Carnival has finally arrived! Students must go to school in the morning and will then walk over to the pool with their class. At the end of the day, all students will return to school with their class. Cost: ALL children in year 4 - 6 pay $5 to their teacher. ... Caps: House coloured bathing caps are available from the office for $3. Uniform: Children should wear their school uniform or house colour shirt and a hat. Bring: togs, swim shirt, towel, sunscreen, water bottle, swimming bag. Children will be able to change into togs at the pool. Lunch: Children should bring a packed lunch. The pool canteen will be open during the day for snacks. COVID: As much as we would like parents, carers, grandparents and friends to come along and watch, the restrictions will still be such that, we will only be able to have students, staff and a handful of parent volunteers to attend the event. We understand that this will be disappointing for many who love to attend and support our students and also appreciate that you understand the importance of the constraints which we must comply with under these unusual circumstances. VOLUNTEERS: Thank you to those parents who have registered as volunteers, we look forward to seeing you at the pool tomorrow.

07.01.2022 A Letter to Parents and Carers from Teachers. Dear Parents and Carers, Please don’t stress about schoolwork - especially at this time of viruses and lockdown. When school returns to normal, we teachers will call on all our powers to get your children back on track. It is what we do!... But, what we will struggle to do is overcome problems with social and emotional well-being that can prevent a student’s brain from learning. What we need at this time is for you to Stay calm so your children will be calm, Be strong so your children feel strong, and Have fun together and enjoy each other’s company. No students are ahead, none are behind. If you can be calm, strong and have fun together, your children will be right where they need to be. With our love and best wishes. The Teachers Gatton State School

06.01.2022 Below is the link to our latest newsletter. https://epublisher.net.au/public/newsletter/plissue/NDYyOTg=

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06.01.2022 Below is the link for this fortnight's newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/413e5eba

06.01.2022 ANZAC Day 2021, Lest we forget.

05.01.2022 The Senior Athletics Carnival has now been rescheduled for Friday the 31st July.The Senior Athletics Carnival has now been rescheduled for Friday the 31st July.

05.01.2022 Below is the link to our latest Newsletter. https://enewsletter.skoolbag.com.au/ae820801

05.01.2022 Jeans for Genes day tomorrow. Bring a gold coin and wear your jeans, denim shorts or denim skirt with your school shirt. All money raised goes to the Children’s Medical Research Institute to find cures for genetic diseases.

04.01.2022 Changes to years 2-6 drop off and pick up procedures. We are excited to welcome back the year 2-6 students. To ensure the health and safety of our school community we will be carefully managing the number of adults through the school. To assist us with this task we ask that adults do the following IN THE MORNING:... Stop, drop and go. Remain outside the school gate maintaining 1.5m social distancing. See your kids safely through the gate. School staff will be on duty and easily identifiable with high vis vests on to receive your children and ensure their safety. The following pick up procedures will be in place AFTER SCHOOL: IT IS PREFERABLE THAT YOU MEET YOUR CHILD/REN FROM YEARS 2-6 OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL FENCE. If you must enter please follow these procedures: Enter through the front gate at 3pm. (See picture 1) Follow the path to the year 1-2 eating area and handball courts and wait for your child/ren maintaining 1.5m social distancing between adults. (see map) Exit via the library and library gate. (see picture 2) To ease traffic congestion families may like to use the Cochrane Street parking area as a drop off and pick up zone. (See picture 3) Prep and year 1 parents please continue to follow the procedures we have in place. We thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our children and community safe.

04.01.2022 In these unprecedented times we're all being asked to change the way we work and live. Our tradition of putting books into the hands of kids isn't going to change, but for Term 2, we're doing things a little differently with book club. Whilst students won't receive a paper catalogue, families are welcome to look at the virtual catalogue via the link below. For those wishing to order please follow the instuctions on the attachment. Orders need to be in by Friday the 8th May. Below is the link for issue #3 virtual catalogue: https://scholastic.com.au/book-club/virtual-catalogue-1/

04.01.2022 Welcome back to Term 2. We are aware that people are having difficulties accessing the online materials, this is partly due to the large numbers of people statewide trying to access websites and learning resources at the same time. Please be patient and we will keep you updated.

03.01.2022 The Gatton State School office will be closed Monday the 25th and Tuesday the 26th of January. We will be open and welcome everyone back to school on Wednesday the 27th of January. The uniform shop will be open in the hall from 8:15-9:00am on Wednesday morning.

03.01.2022 Fire Drill Tuesday 25th August 10.30am Live Scenario In collaboration with our local Emergency Services, Gatton State School will be participating in a live scenario fire drill (dependent on availability of services) the morning of Tuesday 25th August. This will involve the emergency services attending the school, alarms, emergency evacuation and accountability processes in response to a scenario announced on the day (smoke machines may be employed!) Please be aware this operation is a drill only.