Navigating the Storm Together – Keys to Success in Challenging Times

As we recover from the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, we want to take a moment to reflect on the resilience and teamwork that have helped our school community weather the storm. While Warrigal Road State School thankfully sustained little damage, we were without power on Monday morning, making the return to normal operations a challenge.

In times like these, we are reminded of the importance of our You Can Do It! program’s Keys to Success: Resilience, Confidence, Organisation, Getting Along, and Persistence. These life skills are not just lessons for our students but guiding principles for all of us as we navigate unexpected challenges.

• Resilience – Our school community has shown incredible strength, bouncing back quickly and supporting one another through the disruptions.
• Confidence – We trust in our ability to adapt, problem-solve, and remain positive, even when things don’t go to plan.
• Organisation – Careful planning ensured we were as prepared as possible for the cyclone, allowing a smooth transition back to school.
• Getting Along – The way staff, students, and families have come together to support each other has been truly inspiring.
• Persistence – Even without power, our commitment to learning and routine remained strong.

A huge thank you to The Groundsmen, Mario and Luigi (AKA Dave and Trev) Ms Cathy Colman (Acting Principal), Mrs Allyson Stephens (Business Manager), and all our dedicated staff for their hard work in preparing the school for the cyclone and ensuring our students’ safety and well-being. Your efforts, both seen and unseen, are deeply appreciated.

As we move forward, we encourage families to talk with their children about the importance of resilience and staying positive during difficult times. These are the very skills that will help them thrive not just in school but throughout life.

Thank you for your ongoing support. Together, we can handle any storm!

NAPLAN Arrangements

NAPLAN will commence for Year 3 and 5 from Monday next week. following it the updated timetable for our students: