As we move into week 5 of term 4, focus is shifting into preparing for the 2025 school year. As a leadership team we are developing our future strategies and goals to make sure we maximise our student outcomes.

Since my last newsletter article, I began the year-long ‘Flagship Aspiring Principal Program’. The Flagship Aspiring Principal Program’ aims to develop future school leaders by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and experiences necessary for effective school management.

Last week, Gympie Special School hosted the North Coast Regions ‘Positive behaviour for Learning Community of Practice’. Alongside our PBL Team Leader Trista Smith, I presented how positive behaviour approaches have assisted our students to have robust educational experiences in and out of the classroom. This was a great success and GSS has been encouraged to apply to be a regional demonstration school. This was great feedback and shows what an amazing job our whole-school staff do every day to ensure student focussed learning and achievement.

I am getting very excited for our upcoming Colour Fun Run, an event designed to promote physical activity, school spirit, and community engagement while raising much needed funds and having a blast! Students will run, jog, walk or roll along a designated course while being splashed with colourful powders at various stations. It’s a fun way for our students to engage in physical fitness, foster teamwork, and enjoy a vibrant day together!

Join the Fun! This is a fantastic opportunity for our school community to come together, and we encourage everyone to participate, cheer, and enjoy the festivities! If you have not made your profile as of yet, there is still time!

To Our Teachers,

On this World Teachers' Day, I want to thank each of you. Your passion, and resilience to dedicate yourselves to our students is truly inspiring.

Thank you for your hard work and commitment to Gympie Special School.

Phil

Deputy Principal