Joey's News - Week 10 - Term 2
From the Principal
Dear Parents, Carers and Families,
It’s not surprising that the last week of the semester has been busy and I’m happy to say that it has been a “good Busy”. It has included success from the School Choir at the Cairns Eisteddfod in the Folk Group section coming first, along with great results in other categories. Thank you to our Music specialist Nicole Tobin. We also continued our run of successes in the Choric Speaking with Year Six again taking out first place, a position we have held since 2019. Thank you to our Year Six Team, led by Jacqui Doolan and Steph Skimming.
I would also like to take the opportunity to publicly thank all teachers for their diligence in completing Student Semester Reports, while continuing with a full teaching load.
For me, my highlight was being invited into Year One to listen to students read their letters to me suggesting ways we can improve our school environment. I thank Year One teachers Lindsay Baker and Ellen Graham for their work with the students. Next term, our Year Six Mercy Stewardship Leaders will work with the Yr Ones to bring 1-2 of their ideas to fruition, with presentations of these projects at a School Assembly.
The Leadership Team has also taken time to review our Semester One student data. While we looked at data across learning areas and year levels, we focused on the results we are starting to see with our new reading approach. Our early success can be attributed to the hard work of teachers delivering a quality reading approach with fidelity. Please take a moment to listen to our Acting Leader of Diversity - Stacey Edmonds give a brief recount.
I hope everyone enjoys the school holidays and can relax and have fun as a family at some point. I look forward to seeing everyone back safe and sound for an exciting Term Three.
With Christ, we live, love and learn
James Roberts
Principal
Year 1 Letters to the Principal
What’s happening next term:
| Week 1 Term 3 | |
Monday 14th July | First Day of Term 3 |
Tuesday 15th July | |
Wednesday 16th July | |
| Thursday 17th July | Pupil Free Day - School and OSHC Closed |
Friday 18th July | Cairns Show Public Holiday - School and OSHC Closed |
Semester 1 Student Reporting
In Week 10 all families will receive an Academic report for their child. This year we are transitioning to a new reporting application, The Learning Dashboard (TLD). Parents will be able to access this application through the parent portal or MYCE. Semester 1 student reports are now available on the parent portal and the MyCE app.
Please refer to the document below for more information.
Highlights of the Week
QLD Fire Department Visit
Earlier this week, the QLD Fire Department visited our year 1 students for part 2 of their fire safety education.
Year 4 Convict Lived Experience
Our year 4 students spent the day living as a convict in the early 1800's.
Eisteddfod - Choric Speaking
Congratulations to our year 6 cohort for their recent win at the Choric Speaking Eisteddfod, continuing our 6 year winning streak.
House Heroes Afternoon
Students celebrated the end of term 2 by wearing the colours of their favourite sporting team, and spending the afternoon participating in an activity of their choosing.
See Your Drawing Featured in the Cairns Festival!
Cairns Festival and Laservision are excited to invite all young artists to participate in a special interactive colouring-in competition, celebrating the vibrant marine life of the Great Barrier Reef! 🐢🦀
This is a fantastic opportunity for youth to showcase their creativity by drawing one of the attached sea creature templates (please see the document below - Sea Creature Templates), including sea turtles, manta rays, reef crabs, starfish, and more.
Selected artworks will be featured in a stunning projection mapping installation at the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon during Cairns Festival 2025 — turning your drawing into a magical public light display!
How to enter:
🐠Choose one sea creature to bring to life with your imagination
🎨 Use any colouring medium you like (crayons, pencils, texta, paints, etc.)
🖼️ One drawing per person
✍️ Include your name, age & school/community on your artwork
Deadline: Send your completed drawing by 18 July 2025
Submission Address:
Laservision Attn: Coral Sea Creatures Drawing Competition
Suite 3F, Building 4
256B New Line Road
Dural NSW 2158
Australia
OR drop off to Cairns Performing Arts Centre Box Office at 9 - 11 Florence Street, Cairns by 18 July 2025. Hard copies are required please.
Don’t miss this amazing chance to see your art light up the lagoon and celebrate our incredible reef! 🌟
School Holiday Programs - June 28 - July 13
PCYC Queensland
Looking for an active and exciting way to keep kids moving these holidays? PCYC Queensland is offering an action-packed Gymnastics Holiday Program for children aged 4–12 years – and we’d love your school community to be part of the fun!🌟 What's On Offer?
- 🤸 3 Half-Day Activity Camps – A mix of gymnastics, games, and engaging team challenges.
- 🛍️ Drop & Shop Sessions – Drop the kids off for active play while you enjoy a few hours to yourself.
- 🥇 3 Specialised Clinics – Skill-focused sessions in tumbling, handstands & cartwheels, and trampoline for young gymnasts ready to take it to the next level.
All sessions are run by experienced, qualified coaches in a safe and supportive environment – perfect for building skills, confidence, and friendships during the break.📞 Spaces are limited and bookings are essential.
For session details and pricing, please get in touch with us today! Contact us on (07) 4053 1532 or email us on Cairns@pcyc.org.au
Cairns Yacht Club
Event Cinemas Cairns - Family Movie Offers
Another school holidays is upon us! Event Cinemas Cairns are excited to offer your school community an exclusive discount on movie tickets for some of the top family films of the season, including How to Train Your Dragon, Elio, Smurfs, Karate Kid: Legends and Lilo and Stitch.
This special offer allows families in your school community to enjoy savings on their movie outings, making for a fun and affordable holiday experience. We would love for you to share this discount voucher via your parent portal or newsletter so everyone can take advantage of the offer.
Cairns Taipans Mini Cheer Squad Auditions
Meraki Equestrian
Cairns Libraries
