Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

It is all about RESPECT

At Goondiwindi State School, respect is at the core of our GREAT Expectations and is a non-negotiable value of our school community. We explicitly teach and model respect every day through the way we speak, learn, work and interact with one another. We expect all students, staff and families to act respectfully and work together to create a safe, positive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Tone and phrasing matter and help children learn how to communicate respectfully with others.

For example, you can encourage your child to say:

“Can you please help me?” instead of “Do it for me.”
Ask, instead of stating -"I don't have a hat." to " Do you have a spare hat please?"
“I’m feeling frustrated” instead of yelling or using hurtful words
“I see it differently” instead of arguing aggressively

These small language choices help build respectful relationships and strong communication skills for life.

Lesson of the Week: Give Your Best - Using Your Inner Coach

Wearing our Uniforms

At Goondiwindi State School, one way we show respect is by wearing our school uniform with pride.

Our uniform helps students:

Feel part of the school team
Build a sense of belonging
Show pride in our school
Represent our school positively in the community

As winter approaches, please ensure students have:

A school jumper
Green track pants for colder mornings

Families can also check with the tuckshop regarding second-hand jumpers, available for approximately $2 while stock lasts. PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING!

We also encourage students to change out of their school uniform after school where possible, helping keep uniforms looking neat and respectful for the next school day.

Whatever you do, do well!

At Goondiwindi State School, each week at assembly we proudly say our school motto: “Whatever you do, do well.”, Age Quod Agis. As a school, we have been reflecting on what this really looks like in action. For me as a teacher, it means being all in, every day. I encourage you to talk to about what this means to you and your family.

At school it means giving your best in learning, showing respect to others, acting safely, working together, and finding enjoyment in school life.

Whether in the classroom, playground, sporting field or community, we encourage our students to take pride in doing the little things well and living our GREAT Expectations every day. It is GREAT at Gundy State because we live our moto.

Attendance Matters

News from Chappy Sonia

Next week, Goondiwindi State School will celebrate Chappy Week with a variety of fun activities across the school.

What is Chappy Week?

Chappy Week celebrates the important role school chaplains play in supporting students, staff and families through care, connection and encouragement.

During the week, students will:

Pancakes break - Monday
Mandala Colouring - Starts Monday
Toss the Teddy - Tuesday
Colouring Competition - Winner announced week 8
Wellbeing Window Activities - Monday and Tuesday
Pot a Plant - TBA

We thank Chappy Sonia for the care and support she provides to our school community.

Student Council

House Competition

Kapla is underway!

Every entry earns a point for your house
Students who participate will also receive an extra play for demonstrating teamwork
We love seeing students working together, encouraging others, and giving their best!

SPORT

Sporting Achievements – Well Done Students!

Congratulations to all of our students who have proudly represented our school in recent sporting trials and events.

A special well done to the students who travelled to Texas for the Macintyre Zone Soccer trials. We are thrilled to congratulate Avery, Riley, RJ, Cameron and Hadley on their selection in the Macintyre Zone team. We wish them the very best as they head to the Darling Downs trials this Thursday and Friday.

Well done to Rocky and Ollie for competing in the Macintyre Zone Tennis trials at our local courts. A special mention to Rocky, who is competing today in Dalby for Darling Downs selection—good luck!

Congratulations also to Paisley, Lucy, Annalise and Ollie for their participation in the Darling Downs Cross Country trials held today at Highfields.

A huge congratulations to Rocky, who has been selected in the Darling Downs Rugby Union team. Rocky has had an incredibly busy and successful period—an outstanding achievement!

We are very proud of all of our students for their dedication, effort and sportsmanship. Well done to everyone involved!

Playgroup (Age-Appropriate Play Based Activities)

Mrs Erica Clark and Mrs Donna Norman will be teaching Playgroup this term.

Wednesdays 9am to 10:30am. Follow the Red Flags at the Prep Precinct. Bring your GREAT Mates hat, morning tea and a water bottle (and a parent)!!

Here are a few of the fun activities we have been up to lately-

Dates to Remember

Presentation Ceremony