MacGregor State School in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | State school

MacGregor State School

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3323 4333

Address: 370 McCullough Street MacGregor 4109 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Students in 2A & B have been creating exciting abstract self portraits with Ms Meinicke in their Visual Art lessons Great to see such amazing work being created

24.01.2022 Congratulations to Mikaeel who received the Performing Arts Spirit Award and Louis who received the Performing Arts Excellence Award at the Performing Arts Awards Assembly today.

24.01.2022 YEAR 3 MULTIPLICATION FAIR DAY 3A, 3B and 3E hosted their multiplication fair today where all the students designed a multiplication game and then had their peers play them. A very exciting and hands on learning time for these students.

24.01.2022 This term Prep C has been working super hard to bump up their writing to get 3 Scoops of Ice Cream with sprinkles on top! So to celebrate the end of the term we got to enjoy real ice cream from our very own ice cream parlor

23.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G In Term 3, Year 5 students were given the opportunity to participate in a leadership program, requiring completion of a leadership project over the course of 5 weeks. Students who successfully completed the program were presented with their leadership badge on Monday 14th September on Senior Assembly. These students are now eligible to nominate for school leadership positions in 2021. Congratulations to all staff and students involved.

22.01.2022 New student free days added to Term 4! In recognition of the outstanding efforts of school staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, the last two days of the scho...ol year, Thursday 10 and Friday 11 December, have been declared student free days. Schools will be closed on these days. For some regional, rural and remote schools that finish the school year earlier, the student free days will be Thursday 3 and Friday 4 December. View the updated school calendar at https://education.qld.gov.au/about-us/calendar/term-dates.

21.01.2022 EMAIL ADDRESSES Does the school have your up-to-date contact details. More and more of our communication happens via email. Don't miss out on important messages and updates. If you are not receiving emails from school, please contact the office to check your details are correct.

20.01.2022 SANTA ROUND THE WORLD Our Prep students attended a performance of Santa Round the World today, presented by Timbara Productions. This interactive performance is a highlight each year for the Prep students. They had a great time learning and exploring a live performing arts event.... Finishing off the morning with a cool and refreshing ice block with their friends.

20.01.2022 Today is the last day of Term 3. We would like to thank every member of our school community for the great work you have done this term. Each and every one of you are truly inspiring and make a significant contribution to our school. We hope you relax and enjoy the holidays and look forward to seeing you back at school on Tuesday 6th October.

20.01.2022 Mac G Concert Band in rehearsal this afternoon with Mr Norrell Great to see and hear them playing so well together. Two pieces being performed this afternoon spread out nicely for social distancing during rehearsals... Performing When the Saints Go Marching In

19.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G (Part 6)

17.01.2022 STEMFEST 2020 Week One in Term 4

17.01.2022 Making Friendship Bracelets at the Year 6 Friendship Fiesta

17.01.2022 Smart Moves Dance Year 3 & 5 students had their final rehearsal today before their performances tomorrow Dance Excellence ended the rehearsal with a Jazz routine to Betty Boo!... Looking forward to the Year 4 & 6 rehearsal this afternoon

17.01.2022 This Friday is the last day of Term 3 School will be closed from Saturday 19 September with students returning to school for Term 4 on Tuesday 6th October (Monday 5th October is a public holiday)

17.01.2022 MAC G CONNECT - ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Some of our students visited Mac High today for the final MacConnect enrichment session. They have thoroughly enjoyed the challenging activities and opportunity to get to know what happens in high schools. These bright, energetic and inquisitive students learnt so much from their participation in the Science, Design & Technology programs.... We look forward to heading back to MacG again soon #MacG #MacConnect #EnrichmentProgram #Year5 #MacGregorStateSchool #Science #DesignAndTechnology #QldStateSchools #LeadingEducation #TheBestWeCanBe

16.01.2022 Performances from the Year 3 & 4 Academic Awards Assembly

16.01.2022 VISUAL ART @ MAC G Students have been busy in visual art with Mrs Benjamin, creating some amazing pieces of art.

16.01.2022 SHEP QLD The State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP) QLD is open to all Secondary School students performing at an extremely high standard. MacGregor is proud to have Louis F representing the school at the upcoming workshop held at the Griffith University during the school holidays. Louis will participate in the three day experience playing percussion. We wish Louis the best of luck and know he will do the school proud.

15.01.2022 This week we are acknowledging the great work the students have done throughout the year. We also featured a number of groups from our performing arts program who have been entertaining the students at each of the assemblies. Here are some photos from the Sport, Years 3 & 4 Academic and Performing Arts Awards Assemblies. Tomorrow we will be hosting the Year 5 & 6 and the Prep to Year 2 Academic Awards Assemblies.

15.01.2022 MUSIC EXCELLENCE (MEX) @ MAC G MEX students enjoyed a masterclass with Mark Sullivan, the former Director of Instrumental Music at Brisbane Girls Grammar School and nationally renowned conductor and educator. Selected students performed a short solo for the class and Mr Sullivan, and received feedback on their technique, musicality and expression in their playing. Mr Sullivan was very impressed with the high level of performance. Congratulations to those students who performed in our first masterclass!

13.01.2022 PERFORMING ARTS - CHOIR UPDATE Despite having to split their choir into two groups to comply with social distancing rules, Vocal Harmony have enjoyed taking time to focus on singing technique and repertoire with Miss Eadie each week before enjoying some musicianship challenges and singing games with Miss McIntyre.

12.01.2022 MUSIC EXCELLENCE CONCERT Last night we held the final performance for our Music Excellence (MEX) students. These students participate in an additional music lesson each Friday, focusing on extending and enriching their skills. The concert last night was simply amazing and demonstrated the wealth of talent the students at our school have. Their dedication to rehearsals and home practice, shone through last night.... Congratulations to all of the students and the teaching team on MEX, Mr Mossley, Miss McIntyre and Miss Eadie.

12.01.2022 Happy first day of the School Holidays!!! If you require care for the holidays we still have spots left every day. To book follow the link below: https://macgr...egoroutsideschoolhourscare.snapforms.com.au// If you have any queries or require any more information please email us [email protected] See more

12.01.2022 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC RECRUITMENT 2021 - BAND PROGRAM A reminder that the recruitment process for the Band Program will begin soon. All information will be communicated via email, so ensure you keep an eye on your inbox! The Program is open for current Year 3 students to apply.

11.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G (Part 3)

11.01.2022 Year 6 Funtivities; Building Trust

09.01.2022 Band & Choir Camp Update Band & Choir Camp is fast approaching, now scheduled for Sunday 11th October to Tuesday 13th October. All students that had returned permission slips and had paid for camp in Term 1 are attending. More information regarding the updated schedule for the camp will be emailed home soon. I f your child is attending the Brisbane State High School Academic Selection Exam on the Sunday, please ensure you notify us via the return slip by the Wednesday of Week 1. Chamber Choir (pictured below) can't wait to enjoy lots of learning, singing and fun over the three days!

09.01.2022 END OF YEAR WRAP UP If you have a QParents account, you can log in to ensure that all accounts are up to date for this year. Parents who have not signed up for QParents can do so at anytime. This is a great way to keep student records up to date and track payment of school accounts.

09.01.2022 STAFF CHANGES @ MAC G As we wind up Term 3 we have some staffing changes for Term 4. Thanks to Mrs Birbilis who has been Acting Deputy Principal for most of this year on Years 3,4,5 & 6. Mrs Birbilis will be returning to her role as Pedagogical Coach during Term 4.... We welcome back Mrs Lenarduzzi to the role Deputy Principal for Years 5 & 6 and Miss Scott who is returning to MacGregor in the role of Head of Curriculum for Years 5 & 6. Mrs Fox and Mrs Kalokerinos will also be back teaching in the school during Term 4, helping to support the transition of our new Prep students into our school community. We say farewell to Mrs Wong from the LET team who has worked across a number of year levels during her time with us and welcome Mrs Kirby to the LET team who will be working with the classes in Prep & Year 1. Mrs Daly will be on leave during Term 4 and will be replaced by Mrs Vascotto.

09.01.2022 Next week is International Week of the Deaf. Join in the celebration by learning some Auslan! Follow along with Sally and learn some common phrases. #SignLanguagesForEveryone #IWDeaf2020 #IDSL2020

09.01.2022 UPDATE : PUBLIC HOLIDAY ON MONDAY 5TH OCTOBER

08.01.2022 Heres a cheat sheet that you can use the next time youre asked Whats the point of school? Thanks to #WeTheDifferents. For more great tips or advice, check out https://bit.ly/35F25ef.

08.01.2022 SWIMMING @ MAC G Students from Prep & Years 1, 3 & 5 will be participating in the swimming program in Term 4 during PE lessons. All students will need swimmers, a sun safe shirt, bathing cap and towel, all clearly labelled and in a seperate bag on their swimming day. A timetable will be emailed home to parents this week.

07.01.2022 Mac G Concert Band performing Old MacDonald Had a Band in rehearsal this afternoon.

07.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G (Part 5)

07.01.2022 Photos from the 2020 Performing Arts Awards Assembly Congratulations to all students on your achievements.

06.01.2022 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - STRINGS Enrichment Groups within the String Program this year are the Violin Ensemble and the Cello Ensemble. This term the groups have been working at their ensemble playing. The Violin Ensemble has successfully made a number of good video recordings of their work this term. They are currently enjoying playing some ragtime music by Scott Joplin. Macgregor Strings Orchestra is reminded that morning practice resumes on the first day back at school in term ...4 - Tuesday 6th October. Recruitment 2021 Due to COVID restrictions we are unable to hold our regular recruitment evenings. Vnformation regarding String recruitment for 2021 has been emailed home to all Year 2 parents. Please check your inbox for all the information you need!

06.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS Fiona and Viena achieved 3rd place for Juvenile Open couples Latin- Jive Dance competition over the weekend. Sunshine State Cup organised by DanceSport Queensland support was held at Logan Metro Sports and Events Centre support by Logan City Council.

05.01.2022 2020 Sports Awards Assembly Additional photos from the Sport Awards Assembly held on Monday 30 November.

05.01.2022 Year 6 Fiesta Funtivities!

04.01.2022 SWIMMING @ MAC G Students in Prep and Years 1, 3 & 5 will be participating in swimming as part of our PE program during Term 4. Lessons commence in Week 1. Please ensure students in these year levels have the correct items so that they can participate.... A reminder that parents cannot enter the changing area. Please help your child be ensuring that can change in and out of their swimming gear independently prior to lessons commening.

04.01.2022 Reminder - Students are invited to enjoy Pancakes tomorrow morning for the final Breakfast Club for the year, starting at 8am.Reminder - Students are invited to enjoy Pancakes tomorrow morning for the final Breakfast Club for the year, starting at 8am.

04.01.2022 Please find below a communication from Metro South Public Health Unit (MSPHU) regarding current outbreaks of gastroenteritis. We wish to highlight there is an ongoing outbreak with higher than usual notifications and detection of norovirus during the month. Some key points are the need for Prevention: ... Note that hand sanitisers are less effective against norovirus compared to soap and water Breaking transmission: exclusion for 48 hours after the last symptom to prevent transmission of norovirusIdentification: norovirus infections are generally rapid and resolve very quickly. Symptoms may be as mild as 2 episodes of vomiting or diarrhoea Confirmation: whilst unwell collection of stool for test confirmation is important to monitor the outbreak. If your child is suffering from any symptoms of gastroenteritis please let us know. Please contact the school office if you require any further clarification.

04.01.2022 Checkout the vacation care program at MOSHC

03.01.2022 2020 STEMFEST Payment for STEMFEST in Week One of Term 4 is due tomorrow Friday 18 September. Don't miss out on this great celebration of everything STEM. Students will be attending a STEM presentation in the Hall by Street Science, on these days.... COVID and social distancing guidelines, means that parent helpers will be unable to attend.

02.01.2022 3E were ready to have fun in their Smart Moves Dance performance today. All the classes did an amazing job!

02.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G (Part 2)

01.01.2022 LEADERSHIP PROGRAM @ MAC G (Part 4)

01.01.2022 2C performing a poem they have been learning in class. Well done you were AMAZING

01.01.2022 Congratulations to Ethan and Xander on being announced as the Steve Tharenou Memorial Award recipients for 2020, at the Performing Arts Awards Assembly today.