Welcome Back to an Exciting Term 2!

Welcome back to what promises to be an exciting and action-packed Term 2 at WRSS! We hope everyone had a restful break and is ready for another adventurous term of learning.

Term 2 is traditionally a very busy one, with students and teachers working hard towards mid-year reports. Report cards will be sent home at the end of the term, reflecting the incredible effort and growth shown across all year levels. Thank you to all the families who took the time to meet with their child’s teacher during the Parent-Teacher Interviews at the end of Term 1 – your involvement makes such a positive difference to your child’s educational journey.

There’s plenty happening this term, from the excitement of Cross Country events, excursions, incursions and special clubs, to our vibrant extra-curricular activities and GALA days. Senior Sports Day, Open Days, Wild Rangers incursions, and the much-anticipated school disco are just a few highlights. Each week brings new opportunities for students to learn, create, and grow.

The Term 2 Calendar has been uploaded with this newsletter and will be updated each edition to ensure you have the latest information on upcoming events and activities. Please check regularly to stay up to date.

We are looking forward to an adventurous term filled with learning, laughter, and achievement!

Welcome to Ms Peta Weilharter – Head of Inclusion

We are thrilled to welcome Ms Peta Weilharter to the Warrigal Road community as our new Head of Inclusion.

Peta brings a tremendous depth of knowledge and experience to our team. She has spent her career championing the success of every student, working in a range of leadership roles across Queensland. Most recently, she supported schools as a Principal Advisor for Autism and Principal Education Officer for Student Support. With qualifications in Learning Management, Human Services, and Special Needs Education, Peta’s expertise in Positive Behaviour for Learning, functional behaviour assessment, and inclusive education leadership is second to none.

Peta is passionate about creating positive, thriving learning environments where every student is seen, supported, and challenged to succeed. She believes strongly in setting high expectations and using targeted support strategies to help every learner achieve their best.

At Warrigal Road, we are committed to ensuring every child succeeds — and with Peta joining our already strong team, we are excited for the future. We can’t wait to see the impact of the knowledge, care, and leadership she brings to our school.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms Weilharter to Warrigal Road!

Science of Reading and Sounds-Write: Making a Difference at Warrigal Road State School

At Warrigal Road State School, we are deeply committed to giving every child the strongest possible foundation in reading. In recent years, new research into how the brain learns to read – known as the Science of Reading – has shown us that the way we teach reading matters more than ever. Advances in neuroscience have given us a much clearer picture of how children learn to connect sounds with letters and build the skills they need to become confident, capable readers.

In response to this powerful new research, Warrigal Road has made a significant investment in our students’ future: every teacher across Prep to Year 6 has been professionally trained in the Sounds-Write program through SPELD.

Sounds-Write is a structured, evidence-based program that teaches reading and spelling in a clear, sequential way. It helps children master the crucial skills of decoding (sounding out words) and encoding (spelling words) by systematically teaching the relationships between sounds and letters. The program is designed for all children, including those who may find learning to read a little more challenging.

By ensuring that every teacher is fully trained, we have created a consistent, school-wide approach to reading instruction. No matter which class your child is in, they are receiving high-quality, research-informed teaching that builds on what they have already learned and supports them every step of the way.

The results are already speaking for themselves. We are seeing incredible growth in our students’ reading and spelling abilities – and most importantly, we are seeing more confident, engaged readers who are excited about their learning.

Our investment in Sounds-Write reflects our belief that every child deserves the best start and that every teacher deserves the best training to make that happen. We are proud to be leading the way with a modern, science-backed approach to reading that will benefit your children for years to come.

This is work that has been led Ms Cathy Coleman and our Heads of Department Curriculum, Jana O'Sullivan and Mel Mahal over the past two years in close collaboration with our previous Speech Pathologist Mrs Sammi Tung and our Lead Inclusion Teacher Mrs Helen Rowe. It's one of the reasons why our students in the lower school are nailing English as a subject with over 72% of students in P-2 receiving a 'B' or high in that subject.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to ensure every child succeeds at Warrigal Road!

Enrol Now for Prep 2026!

If your child is starting Prep in 2026, it's time to enrol! Enrolments for in-catchment students opened yesterday, 29 April.

At Warrigal Road State School, we believe that a smooth transition into Prep sets the foundation for a successful school journey. Preparing your child for Prep is a long-term process, and we encourage families to take full advantage of the many opportunities we offer to support this important step.

Our transition activities — including Little Warrigals sessions, parent information events, and the enrolment orientation— are all vital preparation activities designed to ensure your child feels confident, connected, and ready for their exciting start to school life.

We look forward to welcoming your family to Warrigal Road and working together to give your child the best possible start.

Don’t miss out — start your enrolment today!

For more information and to access the enrolment forms, please visit our website or contact the school office.

Invoices and Consent Requests for Term 2 Year Level activities have been sent to parents .

An invoice for each activity (via QParents and email)
Consent requests, including details of the excursion/camp are now in QParents. For excursions and camps, you must make payment and give consent before your child will be added to the participant list. Consent can only be given via QParents, so if you are not yet registered please contact the office.
Consent is no longer required for incursions (school-based activities). Once you have paid your invoice your child will be included on the participants list.

TERM 2 ACTIVITIES

Year Level	Excursion	Cost	Payments (QParents)	Permission (QParents)	Due Date
Prep	Paradise Country Excursion 21/5/25 – PA, PB & PC 22/5/25 – PD, PE & PF	$40.00	Required	Required	14/5/25
Year 1	Wildlife Rangers Incursion 21 & 28/5/25	$14	Required	Not Required	16/5/25
Year 2	Toohey Forest Excursion 16/5/25 – 2A & 2B 19/5/25 – 2F 20/5/25 – 2E & 2G 23/5/25 – 2C & 2D	$45	Required	Required	12/5/25
Year 3	Qld Museum & Sparklab Excursion 28/5/25 – 3A, 3B, 3C & 3D 29/5/25 – 3E, 3F & 3G	$28	Required	Required	21/5/25
Year 4	Ngutana-Lui Excursion (Invoiced Term 1) 7/5/25 – 4A, 4B, 4C & 4D 8/5/25 – 4E, 4F & 4G	$20	Required	Required	30/4/25
Year 5	Street Science Incursion - 30/5/25	$14	Required	Not Required	23/5/25
Year 6	City Excursion 6/5/25 – 6A, 6C, 6D & 6E (Boys) 7/5/25 – 6B, 6F, 6G & 6E (Girls)	$17	Required	Required	30/4/25
Music	QYMA Chamber Choir – 19/5/25	$3	Required	Required	12/5/25
Music	Choral Fanfare – 29/5/25	$16	Required	Required	21/5/25

It is critical that payments are made and consent granted via QParents by the due date, which is a week earlier than the event itself. The school needs this time to finalise arrangements for buses, venues, etc and ensure that teachers are provided with accurate lists of participating students. Requests for late payments cannot be accommodated, so please make sure that you have responded by the due date.

We have a number of payment arrangements available which can help make payments more manageable. We have many families currently taking advantage of these arrangements. If you would like further information, please contact the Business Manager.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office.

Allyson Stephens, Business Manager

Upcoming Eastern Taipans District School Sport Trials (10-12 years ONLY)

If you wish to nominate your child (born 2013-2015) in a particular sport, please email Miss Currie (scurr72@eq.edu.au) at least 3 weeks prior to the trial date (wherever possible). Each school is only allowed to send 2 students to trial. Only students displaying quality skill levels will be sent to trial. Most team selections pick one team which covers a 10-12yr age group bracket. There are not individual teams for each age group.

14 May	Eastern Taipans Tennis – Boys & Girls
23 May	Eastern Taipans Softball – Boys & Girls (Paper Nominations)
23 May	Eastern Taipans Baseball – Boys & Girls (12-14yrs) (Paper Nominations)
30 May	Eastern Taipans Rugby League – Girls (11-12yrs) (Paper Nominations)
4 June	Eastern Taipans Cricket – Boys
6 June	Eastern Taipans Cricket – Girls (Paper Nominations)

OTHER IMPORTANT DATES

30 April	Eastern Taipans District Cross Country Trial (Selected students only)
2 May	Gala Day 1
16 May	Gala Day 2
23 May	Gala Day 3

GALA DAY

All Yr5/6 Gala Day students are to be at school by 8:30am this Friday. Students need to meet their coaches on the Rock Wall at the Senior Oval for roll marking before boarding buses. Be on time, so you don’t miss the bus!

Parents are welcome to attend Gala Days! Please see below venues and all equipment required for your sport. When students return to school, our Warrigal Tuckshop will be open to purchase ice blocks etc.

Gala Day 1 –Friday 2 May (Week 2, Term 2)
Gala Day 2 –Friday 16 May (Week 4, Term 2)
Gala Day 3 –Friday 23 May (Week 5, Term 2)

Playing Locations for Gala Day 1:

Boys Soccer - A Teams – Eight Mile Plains State School

- B Teams – Sunnybank State School

Girls Soccer – Runcorn State High School.

Soccer requirements - Hats/Sunscreen, Water Bottles, Lunch, Shin pads, long socks, boots (optional)/joggers.

Girls Basketball – Runcorn State High School
Boys Basketball – Runcorn State High School

Basketball requirements - Hats/Sunscreen, Water Bottles, Lunch

Tee Ball – Indians Baseball Club, Wakerley Park, Runcorn

Tee Ball requirements - Hats/Sunscreen, Water Bottles, Lunch, Softball Gloves

Rugby League – Souths Sports Club, Acacia Ridge, 174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia Ridge.

Rugby requirements - Hats/Sunscreen, Water Bottles, Lunch, Mouthguards (MUST HAVE OR CAN'T PLAY), boots (optional)/joggers.

MISS SARAH CURRIE – SPORTS COORDINATOR

ANZAC Day Parade
A heartfelt thank you to our Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir for their beautiful and moving performances at the ANZAC Day Parade. Your dedication and musicality added great depth and meaning to the service.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Ally Venn, a past student, for her powerful and respectful performance of The Last Post and The Rouse—a truly poignant tribute.

ANZAC Day is a significant time for all Australians to pause and reflect on the values that shape our national identity—courage, sacrifice, mateship, and resilience. It is a time to honour not only those who served in the past, but also those who continue to serve and contribute to building a better, more peaceful world today.

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this meaningful event.

Another fantastic performance by the Senior Choir at the Grade 3-6 Assembly. Mr. Duncan was quietly dancing along to Eneza Upendo, which was a delightful sight! I’ve also received some wonderful feedback from several teachers about the quality of your singing. It’s clear that your hard work and dedication are paying off.

Moving forward, we will continue to focus on the intent behind the lyrics and the overall performance of each piece. This will help us bring even more emotion and meaning to our music as we continue to refine our technique and expression.

Please refer to QPARENTS APP regarding granting permission and for payments and information about the excursion events.

2025 DATE CLAIMERS

TERM 2		TIME	EVENT		PARTICIPANTS
Week 2 Thursday 1^st May QPARENTS permission required		8:15-3:00pm	Beginner Band Workshop		Concert Winds - wear white performance shirt, Green Culottes, white socks and black leather shoes.
Week 2 Saturday 3^rd May QPARENTS permission required		Students have three options: All Day 9-4pm, Morning Only 9-12, Afternoon Only 2:30-4:00	Performance at the Chung Tian Temple		Chamber Choir - wear white shirt with black pants, Black socks & black leather shoes.
Week 3 Tuesday 6^th May QPARENTS permission required	Arrive 8:30am, start 9am. Workshop then Concert at 2:15-2:20pm and Pick up/Finish at 3:00pm SHARP			Chamber Orchestra Immersion Day with MacGregor and Robertson at MacGregor State School	Chamber Orchestra - wear white shirt with black pants, Black socks & black leather shoes.
Week 3 Thursday 8^th May	1:30-3:00 BC 3:00-4:30 SC 4:30-5:30 CC			Choral Workshops at the Music Block Boys Chorus meet at 1:30pm with your lunch Senior Choir meet at 3:00pm with a small snack. Chamber Choir meet at 4:30pm.	Boys Chorus, Senior Choir & Chamber Choir wear normal formal school uniform.
Week 4 Monday 12^th May	9:00am			Chamber Choir Performance at the school hall at P-2 assembly.	Chamber Choir – wear your black pants, white performance shirt, black sock and black leather shoes to school and change after your performance.
Week 5 Monday 19^th May	9:00am			Boys Chorus Performance at the school hall at 3-6 assembly.	Boys Chorus – wear your green rugger shorts, white performance shirt, white socks and black leather shoes to school and change after your performance.
Week 5 Monday 19^th May QPARENTS permission required	Arrive 4:30pm Finish 6:45 approx.			QYMA Parents will purchase ticket online with this link https://www.qyma.org/tickets Section 09 (Central) Primary Choir Year 6 Session 1	Chamber Choir
Week 5 Thursday 22^nd May QPARENTS permission required	8.00am-2.15pm + Gala Concert 5.15pm Return 6.30-8.30pm			Karawatha Program Workshop at Runcorn SHS	Thomastik Orchestra
Week 6 Monday 26^th May	9:00am Meet Mrs. Kelly at 8:45am – please see your teacher to get marked on the role.			Junior Choir Performance at the school hall at P-2 assembly.	Junior Choir- – wear your green culottes/rugger shorts, white performance shirt, white socks and black leather shoes to school and change after your performance.
Week 6 Thurs 29^th May QPARENTS permission required	9:00-2:30pm			Choral Fanfare – Mansfield State High School	Junior Choir, Boys Chorus, Senior Choir and Chamber Choir
Week 9 Monday 16^thJune	2:00pm			Band Performance at Assembly Performance at the school hall at year 3 CAPS assembly.	Symphonic Band – wear your black pants, white performance shirt, black sock and black leather shoes to school and change after your performance.
Week 9 Wed 18^th June QPARENTS permission required	8:15am arrival- Conert 3:45pm 4:15 pickup			Symphonic Band Immersion Day at Sunnybank Hills S.S.	Symphonic Band wear white shirt with Black pants, black socks & black leather shoes.
Week 10 Monday 23^rd June	Day time			Regional Choral Fanfare Final	TBC – fingers crossed
Week 10 Tuesday 24^th June Wednesday 25^th June	p-1 (9am) 2-3 (10am) 4-6 (9am)			Choir Corelli 10am Band TBA	TBC
END: Week 10	Expression of interest for 2026 Instrumental Program - Email to current 2025 Year 2 parents for interest in Strings and current 2025 Year 3 parents for interest in Band. This includes information about the Instrumental Program and how to register. N.B There is criteria and due to the size of the school and Program, only selected students will enter the Program. No communication will be entered into after and no late replies will be taken. Recruitment for the Instrumental Program will take all of Term 3 and you will find out if you are successful at the end of the last week of Term 3.

Beginner Concert Band Workshop

Throughout Term One, your child has been working hard learning the craft of their new instrument. We would like to invite your child to their first Concert Band Workshop. Warrigal Road SS will combine with MacGregor SS and Robertson SS in a beginner band full day workshop on Thursday 1st May 2025

If you wish for your child/student to participate in the activity please log into your QParent Account and complete the online Consent once live.

Venue:	MacGregor State School – 370 McCullough St, MacGregor school hall
Date:	Thursday 1st May 2025
Time:	Arrive: 8:15am Workshop: 8:30-3:30pm Concert for Parents: 3:30pm Pick Up: 3:45pm SHARP
Cost:	Nil unless participating in the $2 sausage sizzle. Please use this link to order the sausage https://forms.office.com/r/WXE7nntDN0 Please bring cash on the day to purchase sausages. Drinks will be supplied to students at no cost.
Transport:	Own Transport to and from the venue
What to Bring:	All students bring their Instrument (including glockenspiel for percussion students). All students bring their Music Stand (clearly labelled with student’s name), pencil, green folder, morning tea, lunch (if not purchasing a sausage) and water bottle.
What to Wear:	Concert Winds Performance Uniform – green culottes/green rugger shorts, white performance shirt, white socks, black leather shoes and green school hat.

Please meet Mrs. Venn and Mrs. Kelly outside the MacGregor State School Hall, McCullough St.

Chamber Choir Performance at Chung Tian Temple

We have been invited to the Buddha’s Birthday celebration at the Chung Tian Temple in Underwood on Saturday, 3rd May. This could be an all-day activity, or we would perform in the morning at the VIP Opening Ceremony, can join in the parade and/or perform in the afternoon.

We will need to arrive at 9:00 AM for a rehearsal and warm-up, with the VIP ceremony beginning around 10:00 AM and concluding at 12:00 PM. We will perform a short Chinese song, San Hao Ge (Three Goods), which focuses on doing good deeds, saying good words, and having good thoughts. Additionally, we will sing I Am Australian and one of our new pieces, I Will Sing You the Stars.

In the afternoon, we will perform again at 3:30 PM (arriving at 2:30 PM) and will run our three pieces: We Will, Keep the Truth Alive, and I Will Sing You the Stars. This event offers a valuable performance opportunity and helps foster an appreciation for new cultures, inclusivity, and tolerance, as we celebrate the diversity of our community through music.If you wish for your child/student to participate in the activity please log into your QParent Account and complete the online Consent.

Venue:	Chung Tian Buddhist Temple 1034 Underwood Rd, Priestdale QLD 4127
Date:	Saturday 3rd May 2025
Time:	Students have three options: All Day 9-4pm, Morning Only 9-12, Afternoon Only 2:30-4:00
Cost:	Nil
Transport:	Own Transport to and from the venue
What to Bring:	Students will need to bring a small bag with a snack and water bottle. Money if they wish to purchase food at the vegetarian food trucks.
What to Wear:	Chamber Choir Performance Uniform – black pants, white performance shirt, black socks, black leather shoes. Hair neat with green or black ribbons (no large bows).
Additional Information	Chamber Choir Performance Uniform – black pants, white performance shirt, black socks, black leather shoes. Hair neat with green or black ribbons (no large bows). Students will need to bring a small bag with a snack and water bottle. Money if they wish to purchase food. Please note that students may be filmed or photographed, and these images could be posted online, including: • Buddhist News Site • Worldwide broadcast through TV news outlets • Chung Tian Facebook site

Please meet Mrs. Kelly and Miss Courtice at the front stairs near the entrance into the venue.

Chamber Orchestra Immersion Day with MacGregor and Robertson at MacGregor State School

Students will have the opportunity to participate alongside other string students from MacGregor and Robertson State Schools. They will be grouped with peers of similar abilities, providing a collaborative and supportive environment. This experience is designed to motivate students, helping them develop their skills further and encouraging them to continue practicing their instruments. Through working with others and sharing their passion for music, students will gain confidence and a deeper appreciation for their musical journey.

Venue:	MacGregor State School 370 McCullough St, Macgregor QLD 4109
Date:	Tuesday 6th May 2025
Time:	Arrive 8:30am, start 9am. Workshop then Concert at 2:15-2:20pm and Pick up/Finish at 3:00pm SHARP
Cost:	Nil unless participating in the $2 sausage sizzle.
Transport:	Own Transport to and from the venue
What to Bring:	All students bring their Instrument, pencil, music folder, morning tea, lunch and water bottle. . N.B. Students own personal equipment is not covered under the school's insurance policy. It is recommended that parents take out their own property insurance to cover the student's own equipment when taken onto school premises and music camps/excursions.
What to Wear:	Performance Uniform – black pants, white performance shirt, black socks, black leather shoes and green School Hat, Green school jumper or jacket.

Please meet Mrs. Kelly outside the school hall at MacGregor State School.

All emails are to be directed to the following address.

music1@warrigalroadss.eq.edu.au

In all emails, your child’s name and class will need to be included in the subject heading

Robyn Kelly
Director of Music

TERM 2: 2025 INSTRUMENTAL & CHOIR REHEARSALS
*ENSEMBLES*	*CONDUCTOR*	*REHEARSAL TIMES*
Senior Choir	Robyn Kelly & Miss Lu	Rehearsal – Choral Workshop Week 3 Thursday 8^th May 3:00-4:30pm arrival at the Music Block – bring an afternoon snack to eat before the afterschool workshop with Jenny Moon.
Chamber Choir	Robyn Kelly & Miss Lu	Rehearsal – Choral Workshop Week 3 Thursday 8^th May 4:30- 5:30pm arrival at the Music Block for the afterschool workshop with Jenny Moon.
Boys Chorus	Libby Courtice & Miss Lu	Normal Rehearsal Week 3 Tuesday 6^th May 8:00am arrival at Modular D. Week 3 Thursday 8^th May 1:30- 3:00pm arrival at the Music Block for the afterschool workshop with Jenny Moon.
Year 3 Singing Club	Robyn Kelly	Normal Rehearsal Week 3 Tuesday 6^th May at 1^st break in Modular D.
Year 2 Singing Club	Libby Courtice	Normal Rehearsal Week 3 Tuesday 6^th May at 1^st break in Modular D.
Wind Ensemble	Catherine Venn	Normal Rehearsal Week 3 Wednesday 6^th May 7:30am arrival at Modular D.
Chamber Orchestra	Daniel Holloway	No Rehearsal Week Three Mr. Holloway will be absent from school, so no string lessons on Wednesday 7^th May.
Junior Choir	Robyn Kelly	Normal Rehearsal Week 3 Wednesday 7^th April at 1^st break at the Music Block Bring your lunch, no Tuckshop please.
Corelli Orchestra	Daniel Holloway	Normal Rehearsal Week 2 Thursday 1^st May 7:30am arrival at the Music Block. Week 3 Thursday 8^th May 7:30am arrival at the Music Block.
Symphonic Band	Catherine Venn	Rehearsal Week 3 Thursday 8^th May 7:30am arrival at the Music Block.
Concert Winds	Catherine Venn	Week 3 Rehearsal Friday 9^th May 7:30am arrival at Modular D
Thomastik Orchestra	Daniel Holloway	Normal Rehearsal Week 2 Friday 2^nd May 7:30am arrival at the Music Block. Week 3 Friday 9^th May 7:30am arrival at the Music Block.
Junior Strings	Daniel Holloway	Week 2 Rehearsal Friday 2nd May 1^st Break at the Music Block Week 3 Friday 9^th May, 1^st Break at the Music Block– Students will eat back at the classroom at 11:45am. Please have a substantial fruit snack and have lunch ready to eat at the classroom.

As at 30^th April 2025

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Our Sikh community would like to share our Festival. Please find the details below for better understanding:

1- Vaisakhi is one of the most important dates in the Sikh calendar. Vaisakhi is a spring festival which happens on the 13th or 14th April every year. It is the year when Sikhism was born as a collective faith & Baptism of Sikhism took place in 13 April in 1699.

This year Vaisakhi was on Monday 14th April 2025.

2-To celebrate Vaisakhi, Sikhs visit places of worship called Gurudwaras. Most of the Sikh population around the world take part in parades and special processions through the streets called “nagar kirtans”.

'Nagar' means town and 'kirtan' means the singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib, which is the Sikh holy book.

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Welcome Back to an Exciting Term 2!

Welcome to Ms Peta Weilharter – Head of Inclusion

Science of Reading and Sounds-Write: Making a Difference at Warrigal Road State School

Enrol Now for Prep 2026!

TERM 2 ACTIVITIES

Upcoming Eastern Taipans District School Sport Trials (10-12 years ONLY)

GALA DAY

ANZAC Day ParadeA heartfelt thank you to our Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir for their beautiful and moving performances at the ANZAC Day Parade. Your dedication and musicality added great depth and meaning to the service.

Beginner Concert Band Workshop

Chamber Choir Performance at Chung Tian Temple

Chamber Orchestra Immersion Day with MacGregor and Robertson at MacGregor State School

ANZAC Day Parade
A heartfelt thank you to our Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir for their beautiful and moving performances at the ANZAC Day Parade. Your dedication and musicality added great depth and meaning to the service.