Gumdale State School in Gumdale | Primary School

Gumdale State School

Locality: Gumdale

Phone: +61 7 3902 8333

Address: 677 New Cleveland Road 4154 Gumdale, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.gumdaless.eq.edu.au/

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23.01.2022 GUMDALE // We love our school! Thank you to Dee from Pixel Punk Pictures who spent the day with us capturing all things Gumdale. Dee is a Gumdale parent and international photographer - you can check out her work here: www.pixelpunk.me #gumdaless #loveourschool #alwaysourbest

22.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE // On Tuesday 2 February 2021, we will be conducting our Gumdale State School Year 3-6 Swimming Carnival at Brisbane Aquatic Centre. We anticipate the event will be open for spectators to attend, subject to current government recommendations at the time. Further information regarding required health protocols will be communicated early next year. Please complete the consent and nominations forms which were emailed home today and return to your student’s classroom teacher by Friday 4 December 2020. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

22.01.2022 NEWSLETTER // Read all the latest news from Gumdale here: https://gumdaless.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=5 #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

22.01.2022 OLA // Our Preps and Ones love spending break time in the Outdoor Learning Area, especially with the return of water play. Shoes come off, watering cans get filled and plants receive a drink! #gumdaless #outdoorlearning #alwaysourbest

21.01.2022 QMHW // Take time to get healthy being active and eating well is good for your mind and body. Take time to keep learning learning new things can be fun and boost confidence. #gumdaless #TakeTime #QMHW #alwaysourbest

21.01.2022 MUSIC BBQ // Music students who have RSVP'd for the breakup BBQ tomorrow morning can arrive at Hollis Hall Annex/BBQ area at 7:30am. A reminder to parents that this is a student-only event. Thank you for your understanding and support! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

21.01.2022 SWIM SQUAD // Swim Squad has started back up for Term 4. These students train two mornings each week, receiving technique assistance and working on race specific drills and endurance. Aquatic Achievers Swim Schools. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

21.01.2022 TRAINING CAMP // Our Elite sailors have arrived in Yeppoon and are getting into all the action with day one of the training camp. Have a great time students! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

21.01.2022 HAPPY HOLIDAYS // To all our students, staff and families, we wish you a safe and happy holiday break. See you when Term 4 resumes on Tuesday 6 October. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

20.01.2022 ELITE SAILORS // The championships have come to an end and it's smiles all around for our sailors! Well done students! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

20.01.2022 QUEENSLAND MENTAL HEALTH WEEK // Take Time for mental health during Queensland Mental Health Week, Oct 1018. Take time to get healthy, learn, show kindness, embrace the outdoors, and enjoy the moment. Connect with others in your community and help promote positive mental health and wellbeing. #gumdaless #QMHW #alwaysourbest Mental Health Awareness Week

19.01.2022 SAILING // More students have taken to the bay today for the first week of sailing. Well done everyone! Thank you to the team at RQYS for partnering with us to provide this fantastic opportunity for our students. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

19.01.2022 On Saturday 19 September, 25 Gumdale teams competed at the FISAF QLD State Championships at Ormiston College. Teams were so excited to get on stage again after the disrupted season this year. Their smiles are evidence of the love they have for this sport! Gumdale Aerobics received 11 medals in total: 3x Gold 5 x Silver... 3 x Bronze GSS Ignite - 1st Place Primary Small Teams GSS Radiance - 3rd Place Primary Small Teams GSS Believers - 1st Place Primary Advanced Teams Year 3-4 GSS Glow - 2nd Place Primary Advanced Teams Years 3-4 GSS Illuminate - 2nd Place Primary Advanced Teams Years 5-6 GSS Fireball - 2nd Place Primary Large Teams GSS Unbreakable - 3rd Place Primary Large Teams GSS Racing - 2nd Place Primary Fitness Teams GSS Jump - 3rd Place Primary Fitness Teams GSS Ultimate Ninjas - 1st Place Primary Boys Teams GSS Mini Ninjas - 2nd Place Primary Boys Teams Way to go everyone! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

19.01.2022 WRITERS SHOWCASE // Year 6 classes are opening their doors this week to share their short stories with the other Year 6 classes. Well done to all these creative students. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

17.01.2022 CULTURAL PHOTOS // A reminder that cultural photos are taking place on Friday before school for all music and aerobics students. Please wear the full formal uniform including white socks and black shoes. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

17.01.2022 SIGNATURE ARTS // Our Signature Program Art students have been busy getting their creative juices flowing each week working with paint. We can't wait to see the final result! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

17.01.2022 MARKET DAY // 6D and Prep M hosted a Market Day for Prep I and 1B today. Children worked together to create, advertise and sell their product. Lots of fun had by all! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

15.01.2022 GOOD LUCK // Next week the Elite Red Sailing Squad are travelling to Yeppoon for their big event. They will participate in a 3 day coaching clinic, followed by the QLD Youth Sailing Championships held over 3 days. Yesterday, the squad was presented with their lifejacket, GSS rashie and GSS bib. They have been training hard and gaining skills and confidence to perform their very best. A big thank you to the team at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron for getting our students r...ace-ready. Join us in wishing them good luck! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

14.01.2022 GOOD LUCK // Best wishes to our Sport Aerobics teams who are competing at the QLD State Championships this weekend at Ormiston College. Go GSS! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

13.01.2022 GREEN RIBBON CHAMPIONS // Our Signature equestrian students in Years 4-6 have been awarded their green ribbons as part of the Ready Set Trot program with Kurshonbrooke Lodge. Way to go everyone! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

12.01.2022 STUDENT COUNCIL // Student Councillors have taken some time to celebrate the year that has been. We thank them for the positive impact they have had on the school this year with their initiatives such as the Spring Clean Up and multiple fundraising events. We look forward to hearing more about the 'Kindness Project' which will begin in 2021. Way to go everyone and a big thank you to Mrs McAuliffe for her ongoing support and leadership. #gumdaless #studentcouncil #alwaysourbest

11.01.2022 SENIORS 2021 // A reminder that Senior Shirts for 2021 are on sale via Flexischools, with orders closing on Friday 16 October. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

11.01.2022 TUCKSHOP // A reminder that the Tuckshop will be closed tomorrow. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

10.01.2022 GUMNUTS // Even though our choirs could not perform for you live this year, the children have been working on projects to record and share their songs with you. Check out the Gumnuts Choir who composed their own tribute to the Covid Restrictions. https://youtu.be/ncj3tN0ZpS8 #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

10.01.2022 THANK YOU - GUMDALE GIVES // A huge thank you to everyone in our community who donated to the Micah Projects' Annual Christmas Food Hamper Appeal. Your generosity will make Christmas so much brighter for so many people. Always our best. #gumdaless #micahprojects #alwaysourbest

10.01.2022 CHOIR // The song ‘Shake the Papaya Down’ has helped the Gumtrees develop their partwork. A special thank you to Kami for her video production skills. https://youtu.be/-PDWnn8i_yU #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

09.01.2022 AWARD SPONSORS // A very big thank you to the sponsors of our academic awards for 2020: Gumdale State School Parents & Citizens Mad Hatters Bookshop at Manly Harbour Village Wynnum Music Centre ... Gumdale & District Progress Association Malpass Tennis The Gallagher Family Quota Carindale Your support of Gumdale State School is appreciated and valued! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

09.01.2022 YEAR 6 FACES // We're so proud of all our Year 6 students. Each one is unique and talented with a bright future ahead! We look forward to celebrating the completion of their Primary schooling this week. #gumdaless #classof2020 #alwaysourbest

09.01.2022 ELITE TEAM // Way to go everyone! Thanks to the parents and supporters who have shared their photos and videos with us. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

08.01.2022 GOSHC // Today we wish our Gumdale OSHC a very happy first birthday! Thank you to the GOSHC team who provide care and support every day to so many of our students. Congratulations to the P&C for their vision, determination and hard work to make this venture a success. We look forward to our continued partnership for many years to come. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

08.01.2022 BBSC 2021 // Is your child heading off to Brisbane Bayside State College in 2021? Tomorrow they are holding an open morning and have enrolment interview dates coming up soon. Click the link below to view the flyer for all the details. https://gumdaless.schoolzineplus.com//2021_year_7_bbsc_enr #gumdaless #stateschools #alwaysourbest

08.01.2022 MUSIC TECHNOLOGY // This semester, our Signature Program students have mastered the music apps to create their own music in a variety of genres. They are in the final phrases of their music video production and we can’t wait to share their music with you. In the meantime, take a look at last year’s debut album, featuring music created by the 2019 Music Technology students. https://youtu.be/ZkifZ8h-cpc #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

07.01.2022 UNIFORM SHOP // Sign up below for a time slot to visit the Uniform Shop in January. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

07.01.2022 SPREADING CHEER // Students recently took the time to write letters, draw pictures, create cards and colouring in sheets for elderly patients who are in isolation at Redland Hospital. We hope the encouragement and positivity shared by our students helps brighten the patients' day. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

07.01.2022 SAILING CHAMPIONSHIPS // We're so proud of our Elite Sailing team who have had a fantastic week at the QLD Youth Sailing Championships at Yeppoon. Every team member gave their very best and a great time was had by all. A big thank you to all the parents, families and staff who travelled up north to support our sailors! Stay tuned for results in the next school newsletter. Go Gumdale! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

07.01.2022 FINAL ASSEMBLY // Today we held the final full school assembly for 2020. Special guests from the P&C helped present awards and staff members from Brisbane Bayside State College joined us as well. Academic and Citizenship awards for Years 3 and 5 were announced, as well as the Sailor of the Year and the Sport Aerobics Team of the Year and Spirit awards. Full details of all recipients will be published in next week's newsletter - well done to each and every one! Our Year 6 stu...dents sang their song and were then farewelled via the traditional Guard of Honour. Watch for the video coming soon. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest See more

07.01.2022 LEARN TO LIVE // With the recommencement of our Learn to Swim program soon, Prep and Year 1 classes are attending a water safety session with the instructors from Aquatic Achievers Swim Schools. Students are excited to begin their lessons in Term 4. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

06.01.2022 BLUE ELITE // Day 1 photos are in - way to go to our Blue Elite Squad who are participating in the Sail Brisbane event this weekend. They’re having a great time. Stay tuned for more action tomorrow. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

06.01.2022 OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE // Are your children in need of care over the holidays or next year? All the information you need to enrol with GOSHC is below and on our school website: https://gumdaless.eq.edu.au/facili/out-of-school-hours-care #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

06.01.2022 SCHOOL WATCH // Please call 13 17 88 over the school holidays if you notice any suspicious behaviour surrounding our school premises. Thanks for helping to keep our school safe. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

06.01.2022 NEWSLETTER // All the Gumdale news can be found right here: https://gumdaless.schoolzineplus.com/enews?nid=9 #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

05.01.2022 THUMBS UP FOR SAILING // Students have had a great first week at sailing, learning the ropes and having fun. Great job students! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

05.01.2022 REHEARSALS // Our Year 6's have been practising their graduation song and getting organised for the Graduation next week. Excitement is in the air! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

04.01.2022 GUARD OF HONOUR // As has become our Gumdale tradition, Year 4 and 5 students created a guard of honour for our Year 6 cohort as they left their final assembly this afternoon. #gumdaless #classof2020 #alwaysourbest

04.01.2022 SAIL BRISBANE // Our Blue Elite Squad has set launch this morning in the Sail Brisbane event. Wishing them all the best over the two day competition! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

03.01.2022 SIGNATURE PROGRAMS // Students in Years 4-6 have continued with Signature Programs in Term 4. These are elective subjects and include touch football, sport aerobics, music technology, netball, equestrian, robotics and art. Thank you to Todd Gerhardt Realty for your ongoing support of our Signature Programs. We look forward to expanding the electives available in 2021. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

03.01.2022 END OF TERM 4 // New student free days have been added to Term 4! In recognition of the outstanding efforts of school staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, the last two days of the school year, Thursday 10 and Friday 11 December, have been declared student free days. Our school will be closed on these days. View the updated school calendar at https://education.qld.gov.au/about-us/calendar/term-dates. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

03.01.2022 MENTAL HEALTH WEEK // Students have taken opportunities at break times this week to participate in activities for Mental Health Week. These included mindful colouring in, making gratitude jars, creating affirmation cards, Yoga and writing on the Affirmation Wall. #gumdaless #taketime #QMHW #alwaysourbest

02.01.2022 ASSEMBLY // Today the Prep, Year One and Year Two classes met for a face to face assembly. Mr Savill, Miss Gillies and Mrs Hart gave a few reminders about their expectations surrounding behaviour and they also outlined a few changes to year-level play areas. Awards were presented to students who have been displaying the Gumdale GROW values - well done students! Sustainability Steve will be spending the week with 2S as a reward for their great efforts in recycling and composti...ng. Student Councillors announced their next initiative, this time to help raise funds for the RSPCA. Stay tuned for more details soon. It's also Mental Health Week, so our Cultural Captains shared about the special lunch time activities happening this week. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

02.01.2022 BOOK DROP OFF // An opportunity will be provided for parents and carers to drop off book packs in January. Please read carefully: Date: Thursday 21 January Time: 11:00am and 3:00pm Place: Tilley Road Stop Drop and Go... Kindly ensure the student's supplies are in one box, clearly labelled with their full name and class. Park and deliver book packs to staff waiting at the undercover walkway. We will transport the book packs to the relevant classroom. As staff will be involved in Professional Development during this time, parents and students will not be permitted to visit the classrooms. We thank you for your cooperation and understanding! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

01.01.2022 1B MOVIE DAY // Today 1B invited Prep M to watch some short animations they have created. The Preps bought tickets at the door and there was even some half-time entertainment by The Dance Crew! A great morning was had by all and some great questions from the Preps for the Year 1's. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

01.01.2022 NEW BUILDING // GSS is growing! A new demountable building has been installed today next to the Resource Centre. ‘S Block’ will be home to 4 classrooms in 2021. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

01.01.2022 SUPER SWIMMERS // Students have enjoyed their first lessons in the pool at Sleeman Centre this week. We look forward to watching their skills and confidence grow over the coming weeks! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

01.01.2022 BOOK PACKS // Our preferred book provider is Schoolstuff. Schoolstuff offers a convenient service with options such as online orders, phone orders, delivery and click and collect. They will also delivery bulky items such as paper and tissues directly to the school. Schoolstuff recommend you: Order early Order online or over the phone... Choose delivery The order deadline is 30 December 2020. The book list for each year level can be downloaded from our school website here: https://gumdaless.eq.edu.au/enrolments/booklists. #gumdaless #alwaysourbest

01.01.2022 EQUESTRIAN WRAP UP // Students have enjoyed their final Equestrian Friendship session this week. The children recapped all of the skills they had learnt over the program, groomed the horses and were presented with a certificate, ribbon and hat. Well done everyone! #gumdaless #alwaysourbest