As we move toward the end of Term 3, it is wonderful to reflect on the many opportunities and achievements our students have been involved in recently, as well as the collaborative work we continue to strengthen across our local schools.

Early Dismissal Program with Laura PS and Gladstone PS

This week’s early dismissal program was run in partnership with Laura Primary School and Gladstone Primary School. Our focus was on the transition of students between sites and, importantly, the way we share and use student data to best support their ongoing learning. It was an excellent opportunity for staff across our schools to build consistent practices that will help students feel confident and supported as they move through their educational journeys.

Upcoming Fiji Service Trip

We are very proud of our eighteen students who will soon embark on the Fiji Service Trip. This will be a life-changing experience, where they will contribute to community projects, develop global perspectives, and strengthen their sense of service and leadership. We look forward to sharing their stories and reflections in future newsletters. Many thanks to Danya McKay and Emma Jeffries who will accompany our students on this trip of a lifetime.

Royal Adelaide Show Achievements

Congratulations to all of our students who recently participated in the Royal Adelaide Show. Their achievements are a credit to their hard work and the guidance of staff and community members who support them. Months of work goes into preparing for this event and it is rewarding to see students and their animals develop over the course of the year.

Port Augusta Technical College Pathways

It has also been encouraging to see quite a few of our students engaging in all four pathways at Port Augusta Technical College. The breadth of involvement demonstrates the wide range of interests and aspirations among our learners, and we commend them for taking on these opportunities with commitment and enthusiasm. It has been a steep learning curve and at times a daunting experience. Already, many of them have commented on how valuable it has been and the new skills they have already developed.

Attendance

Finally, I would like to touch on attendance. We greatly appreciate families who keep us informed when students are unwell and for ensuring they remain home to recover. This keeps our school community safe and healthy. At the same time, we stress the importance of returning to school as soon as possible and catching up on any missed work. Every day matters, and consistent attendance makes a significant difference to learning progress and outcomes.

Together, these highlights reflect the vibrancy of our school and the many ways our students are building skills, demonstrating our values, and preparing for their futures.