Newsletter Edition: Term 1, Week 8

TERM ONE Calendar of Events

P&C Meeting Taroom State School Wednesday 18 March, 3.30pm, Alfresco Area The National Day of Action against Bullying & Violence Friday 20 March Parent-Teacher Meetings Report cards available Term 1, Week 10 Last Day of Term 1 Friday 3 April 2020 First Day of Term 2 Monday 20 April 2020 Taroom Show Holiday Tuesday 5 May 2020 School Photos Tuesday 21 July 2020

Principal’s Pen

Hello everybody. My name is Sean Cole and it is my absolute pleasure to

act as principal at Taroom School while Ange is on leave. My first week

has been one of establishing connections and getting to know the

Taroom operational procedures. I have enjoyed working with the kids and

getting to meet the community.

I have been a principal and school administrator for over 20 years. My

most recent school tenure was as Deputy Principal at Stanthorpe State

High School. Prior to that I was the principal of Glen Aplin State School

for 12 years. I have also worked as principal at numerous small schools

in Western Queensland and the Southern Downs. I am currently working

for the Roma Centre for Learning and Wellbeing as the District Relieving

Principal. I get to work in over 30 schools in the South West. It’s nice to

be able to stay in one place for four weeks.

I have been very impressed with what I’ve

seen happening at Taroom School. The kids

are fantastic and the teachers are thoroughly

committed to what they do. This is a real credit

to Taroom School and wider community.

Having been in so many schools across the

South West, I feel quite qualified to make these

statements.

Grin and Tonic

Grin and Tonic is a Drama performance Troupe who were in school on

Tuesday. The younger students were treated to a performance while the

older students participated in workshops. The Year 4 and 5s did activities

around being confident. They learnt that the three things you need to be

confident are:

1. Be Prepared

2. Have Courage

3. Believe in Yourself

The students enjoyed the Grin and Tonic performances and workshops. It

was a fun way to learn some valuable lessons on self-awareness and

social justice.

2020 School Priority

Student and

Staff Wellbeing

Sports Trials

Last Friday 14 of our high school students attended the touch football trials in Miles. It was a very successful day

with most of the students in attendance finding a place in the squad or as a shadow. The students were a credit

to Taroom School and their conduct at the trial was excellent.

COVID-19 (Corona Virus)

A letter was sent home on Tuesday regarding the COVID-19, or the Corona Virus. The letter outlined measures

the government are taking to slow the spread of the virus, but also stated clearly that state schools are not being

closed. The Director General of Education is sending out information updates daily, based on the latest point of

truth information. We will be guided by his instructions and recommendations. You will know if anything changes.

Please keep students at home if they are unwell or exhibit any flu like symptoms.

Upcoming Dates and Events:

18/3 Wed P&C Meeting

20/3 Fri Netball Trials – Roma (see Sports News) –CANCELLED-

24/3 Tues Visit from Nigel Brito (Assistant Regional Director)

26/3 Thurs NAPLAN PRACTICE

26/3 Thurs Principal away. Toowoomba conference.

27/3 Fri Principal away. Toowoomba conference.

Chappy Intro

Our newly appointed School Chaplain, Vicki Groves-Pearce recently graduated from Central Queensland

University with Bachelor of Psychological Science.

The role of a school chaplain is to provide social, emotional and spiritual support to students, parents and staff,

taking into account the specific needs of the school.

Chaplains provide support for a range of day-to-day matters affecting the school

community and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people. A school

chaplain is a safe person for children to connect with at school, providing a listening

ear and a caring presence. They care for students struggling with a wide range of

issues including: family problems, confusing relationships, friendship issues, peer

pressure, self-esteem issues, bullying and depression.

Vicki is employed by Scripture Union QLD which is an interdenominational Christian

organisation, officially endorsed by Education Queensland as an accredited

employing authority for school chaplains.

Chaplains run positive, fun activities for children and foster a supportive, caring school community. This service

is for ALL students, staff and families of Taroom State School and Vicki is on campus Monday-Wednesday each

week.

If you, or your child would like to access the School Chaplain please contact the Office on 46289333 or email

Vicki vickig@chappy.org.au

Curriculum

Grin and Tonic Theatre Performance

This Friday is National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. To mark this important day, students across

the school will participate in activities during the week to improve their awareness of bullying and it impact on

others. On Tuesday, the Years 4-10 students participated in a performance and workshop by the Grin and Tonic

theatre troupe, funded by Queensland Health. Below is a description of the performance “7 Billion Friends” viewed

by the Year 6-10 students:

There are over 7 billion people in the world. What if you could make all of them your friend?

Tom’s been a vlogger for two years, but only has a small handful of subscribers. But he’s desperate for more. Every video is a failed attempt at viral fame.

A new kid rocks up at school and accidentally captures an epic fail, instantly gaining over a million views. Tom is instantly gripped by jealousy. He quietly begins trolling his nemesis.

Using real documents, internet logs, emails and personal stories 7 Billion Friends explores the pitfalls of friendship in the real and virtual worlds.

The key messages from the performance were followed up in

Pastoral Care during the afternoon, and students had the

opportunity to reflect on their use of social media and their

relationships with others.

The Year 4/5 class did not view the performance however was

privileged to join in a drama workshop afterwards, with the

Grin and Tonic presenters Alex and Ellen. Miss Lund said the

students loved the drama activities and she now has many

ideas to implement in class to make learning even more

enjoyable!

Parent-Teacher Meetings Teachers are organising parent-teacher meetings for the last week of school. Parents of secondary students are

asked to contact the school Office to make a time for either Monday 30th or Tuesday 31st March in the afternoons

from 3:15-5:30pm. Meeting times are organised in 15 minute blocks and the secondary teachers and subjects are

listed below.

Week 8 School wide expectation

‘I accept the consequences’

Next week’s School wide expectation

‘I respect others’ privacy’

Check out our school Facebook page for further curriculum photos and stories from this week!

Sport News 20 March – SW Netball 13-15yrs in Roma -CANCELLED-

23 March – M&D 11-19yrs Orienteering at Columboola OEC -CANCELLED-

27 March – M&D 11–12yrs Rugby League and Netball at Wandoan State School -CANCELLED-

Well done to all students who participated in the secondary touch and M&D cricket selections. Congratulations to:

Madisyn Green for being selected in the 14/15 SW girls league team and Shai Watson, Melinda Sorrell, Blake Watson, Mitchell Hay, Annabelle Becker, Madisyn Green, Maddison Argus, Haylee Doherty, Darcy Hamilton, Henry Kallquist and Billy Green for being selected for Touch.

Check out our school Facebook page to see what Oli, Gracie and Ruby have been up to!

Tuckshop

Curriculum

P&C News

Community Notices

LEICHHARDT HOUSE, CHINCHILLA: 25TH ANNIVERSARY

All past boarders and their families; staff; committee and friends of the Hostel, are invited to join us (Friday

March 20, 2020 - with formalities commencing at approximately 3.30 p.m.) in celebrating 25 years

since the official opening of Leichhardt House.

To assist in planning for a successful event, we would appreciate acknowledgement of your

attendance at your earliest convenience.

admin@leichhardthouse.org

07 4668 9571

Kind regards, Chinchilla Student Accommodation Association Inc.

Tuckshop Week 7 – 11/03/20 WORKERS COOKS

Amanda Lamb Teena Doherty

Sarah Crawford Del Croft

Lisa Ellis Janie Hooper

Tuckshop Week 8 – 18/03/20

WORKERS COOKS

Alleisha Symes Tara Lovett

Jodi Hay AJ Nowell

Delacey Kehl Mandy Otto

Tuckshop Week 9 – 25/03/20 WORKERS COOKS

Naomi Roberts Jodi Withers

Kelliann Cann Tracey Weis

Elvina Smith Belle Pennell

Tuckshop Week 10 – 1/04/20

WORKERS COOKS

Nadine Lethbridge Jess Sewell

Kasey Phillips Hannah Green

Cindy Morgan Peta Hay

Anzac Day Ceremony Cancellation

We have been informed by the Taroom RSL Secretary, Gerry Rose, that all formal services and marches

planned for ANZAC Day 2020 in Taroom have been cancelled.

Student Council