Sandy Strait State School in Hervey Bay, Queensland | Community organisation

Sandy Strait State School

Locality: Hervey Bay, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4197 0333

Address: Robert Street 4655 Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia

Website: https://sandystraitss.eq.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Swimming is an essential life skill to have. Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre is running learn to swim classes over these holidays. Details below.

25.01.2022 We hope everyone is having a restful, enjoyable holiday. Kat and Bodhi from Breathe Project have visited our school a couple of times. Here is their latest video clip which features some of our students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIG4FefQonc&feature=youtu.be All the best Kat and Bodhi!

25.01.2022 Stymie Thought of the Week: Sandy Strait State School (along with other schools in the Bay) have joined the Stymie Schools Program as part of our Student Well-being focus. Stymie is another tool for us to use to empower students and to further our school’s ability to provide a safe, supportive environment. Any fear you don't face becomes your limit. Be brave and kind, especially to your mind. Please see below for this week’s Stymie Thought of the Week.

24.01.2022 Earlier this term, Education Queensland media team visited our school for promotional purposes and took some high quality photos of some students and teachers demonstrating "first class" teaching and learning. These pictures (and 100s more that they took) will appear in promotional materials (for example magazines, journals) for teachers around Queensland. We are proud to have been featured.

23.01.2022 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 school 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.

22.01.2022 Welcome to the last week of Term 3. A reminder that this week is Parent-Teacher interview week. Please call our office if you have forgotten your time. Have a great week from the Sandy Strait team!

22.01.2022 Thursday's Tip of the Week: Everyday Reading Opportunities It's important to find time to read with your kids to build literacy skills. There are many ways to make reading a part of each day even when you don't have time to sit down with a book. Reading opportunities are everywhere you go. While riding in the car/bus/train, for example, encourage your kids to spot words and letters (on billboards, store signs, etc.), turning it into a game ("Who'll be the first to find a le...tter B?"). While shopping, ask your child to "read" pictures on boxes and tell you about them. Point out the difference between the words and the pictures on the boxes. Encourage older kids to tell you what's on the shopping list. Even daily tasks like cooking can provide reading moments. You can read recipes aloud to younger kids, and older kids can assist you as you cook by telling you how much flour to measure. Give your child a catalogue to read while you sort through the mail. Most important, be a reader yourself. Kids who see their parents reading are likely to copy them and become readers too! See more

21.01.2022 Book Packs 2021 We have again partnered with Kookaburra Educational Resources for your child/ren’s back to school stationery needs. Instructions for ordering packs can be seen below or in our newsletters. Orders placed by 5pm 10th December 2020 will be delivered by 20th January 2021ready for Term 1 2021 https://www.kookaburra.com.au/login

20.01.2022 School holidays are here!! Although Term 3 has looked slightly different to previous years, students and teachers have continued to "Strive for Success". The Sandy Strait team would like to wish you a happy and safe holiday.

19.01.2022 .....And they're off! All prep students are safely on their way to the excursion. Have lots of fun exploring students....good luck teachers!

19.01.2022 Year 6 Camp Day 3: Last activity for all groups. This group is raft building then hamburger lunch and back on the bus for all. We have learnt a lot and are ready for our beds. So are the children haha.

19.01.2022 Today the beginner Strings Students at Sandy Strait did a workshop. These students have been playing since the start of this year. They learnt six brand new songs today working on their plucking and open strings. Thank you to Ms Salisbury and well done students.

19.01.2022 The last day of school is here!! Have a safe and wonderful holiday from the Sandy Strait Team!!!

19.01.2022 BECOME AN ECO-WARRIOR THESE HOLIDAYS AND WIN! JUMP PARK, TEN PIN BOWLING and McDONALDS MEAL VOUCHERS TO BE WON We are keen for students’ sense of environmental conscientiousness to not just stop here at school. So why not challenge yourself and your family these holidays to continue helping our environment and enter our Holiday Eco-Warrior competition. For ideas, check out our Eco-Friendly Holiday Ideas List.... Be sure to email your photos of what you’ve done through to Sharon Mitchell at: [email protected] by 27 January 2021 with the following details: Your student’s name Your student’s class Whether you grant photo permission All participants will go into a prize draw which will be drawn on 11 February, 2021. Winners will be announced via e-mail to class teacher as well as posted on our Facebook page.

18.01.2022 Important Notice: Please be advised that the library would like all student loans returned by this Thursday. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

18.01.2022 Reminder: For the first time ever, a Pre-Prep session is going to be held on a Saturday. We have cancelled the Thursday the 15th session to enable us to successfully plan and celebrate on the 17th of October. The focus will be social skills and will be held primarily outdoors. 9:00 10:15am. Thank you to those who have attended sessions thus far.

17.01.2022 Good afternoon all. A reminder about our upcoming "Key Events". Have a great weekend!

17.01.2022 A reminder that KindyLinQ is on again this week (last week of Term 3) - Wednesdays and Fridays 9-12. All Bay State Schools are offering KindyLinQ: a fun, free, play and learn sessions for 3-year-olds and their families. Mrs Jaci Molen and Ms Donna Farrell look forward to seeing you.

17.01.2022 A reminder about our upcoming events.

17.01.2022 Here's some more action shots of our Year 6 cohort doing high ropes. It has been an action filled week for our year 5 and 6 campers and everyone has had a blast. We hope that our students will look back on this great experience in years to come with very fond memories. Thanks to everyone who made this happen. Have a great weekend from the Sandy Strait team!!

16.01.2022 Operation Christmas Child Boxes Sandy Strait has supported Operation Christmas for many years. This program delivers Christmas gifts to children in poor countries, particularly in Asia. Details of this program are available on the Operation Christmas Child website (http://operationchristmaschild.org.au/). If you would like to participate please let the school office know and you will be provided with a box from our wonderful organiser Chappy M. Please check class Dojo for more details.

15.01.2022 Today some brave year 6 students volunteered to play a game of Oztag against some teachers, organised and refereed by one of our PE teachers Ms Mason. Teachers were confident they would show the students how it was done, but some referreeing decisions "didn't go their way . . ." In the end teachers came up just on top. A great time was had by students, teachers and spectators. Thank you all.

15.01.2022 Prep students got to explore surface tension this week in Jr Science. Food colouring was dropped into milk and with a cotton swab that had been dipped in dishwashing liquid and was placed into the colours. #### Milk has fat in it and the food colouring floats on top of the fat. The fat is all connected with bonds. Think of it like the little pieces of fat all holding hands with each other. Dishwashing liquids are used on greasy or oily dishes because it breaks the bonds in the fat allowing them to separate. When you add the dishwashing liquid to the milk, the fat separates and moves, making your magical milk art work.##

14.01.2022 That’s a wrapLast day of surf lifesaving. Over the last 6 weeks, our Year 5 and 6 students have engaged in activities that have equipped them with water safety skills and knowledge. A huge thank you to Ms Mason, who planned this opportunity for our students and class teachers (Mrs Carige, Mr Grambower, Mrs Mahony and Mrs Linford) who attended each session with their students to assist our fantastic instructors Katie, Georgia and Hayden. Next up Camp. https://www.facebook.com/lifesavingqld/

13.01.2022 Important Notice: Please be advised that Tuckshop will be CLOSED tomorrow (last day of term) for cleaning and stocktake. Thank you for your understanding.

12.01.2022 Yesterday, a year 5 group of students participated in an Amazing Math Race. Teams had to find the answer to each problem before moving on to the next challenge. There was lots of enthusiasm and competitiveness! Students had to draw on their resilience skills when they were told their answer was incorrect. It was great to see how well the teams worked together and really strived to complete each challenge. The winning team was given the combination to unlock a box that was filled with 'gold coins'. What a fun afternoon!

12.01.2022 School Office re-opens on 18th January 2021. School resumes for students on 27th January 2021. Please keep an eye on our facebook page for updates regarding procedures for the first week back.

12.01.2022 Playgroup A reminder our welcoming, supportive playgroup continues tomorrow (final one for Term 3) from 9:00 - 10:30am in our air-conditioned cottage. The playgroup will be held by our Early Years teacher Jaci Molen. This is a free service. New and returning faces are welcome. Feel free to tag/share this post: See you there!

10.01.2022 Just a reminder that Monday 5th October is a public holiday.

09.01.2022 Year 6 Bus Update: Bus has just come through Maryborough. Students will be back at school approx 3.05pm

09.01.2022 Exciting news For the first time ever, a Pre-Prep session is going to be held on a Saturday. We have cancelled the Thursday the 15th session to enable us to successfully plan and celebrate on the 17th of October. The focus will be social skills and will be held primarily outdoors. 9:00 10:15am. Thank you to those who have attended sessions thus far.

08.01.2022 Fake Snow Grade 1 students got to explore surface tension this week in Jr Science. Students mixed shaving cream with cornflour, resulting in a smooth manageable product being produced that resembled snow. #The tiny pieces of corn flour get mixed into the shaving cream and suspended in the mixture. Shaving cream is made up of tiny bubbles, and the surface tension on the surface of the bubbles helps the cornflour particles when the two are mixed together.##

08.01.2022 Playgroup Our last playgroup for the year is on tomorrow 9-10:30am. It will continue next year. This is a free service. Please tag a friend who might like to try next year- they are welcome to attend tomorrow! See you there!

05.01.2022 Book Club brochures were sent home with students this week. Just a reminder that orders are due this coming Monday 16th November.

03.01.2022 Merry Christmas to all our Sandy Strait community. We hope you have a wonderful day with family and friends

02.01.2022 Here are some high-quality photos of the Prep excursion yesterday, taken by one of our parents, Carla. Looks like the students had a great time. Parents- please check your classdojo for more photos of your child's class!

02.01.2022 2020 Music Showcase Here are some photos of students performing at our Music Showcase last night. It was wonderful to see and hear the talents of our students. Thank you to Miss Hunter, Ms Salisbury, Mr Brindley, students and parents for your commitment to our music program. #sandystraitss #qldeducation #musicshowcase #music

02.01.2022 Here are a couple of photos from the Prep excursion today. They will have lots of stories to tell tonight and will then be ready for bed! Great behaviour from students and many thanks to everyone who helped organise and/or attend.