To support our students in their learning goals, we have been working on consistent, predictable routines, including beginning each day with a Morning Circle from our Berry Street training. These occur in Pastoral Care time, during homegroup, and are a great way to start the day in a positive way. To further support our students, we will be working with every student on their own Ready to Learn Plan. These will help students identify and use strategies to help them work with their teachers to focus on their learning.

This term we have introduced the Reflection Zone, which is a space in the Learning Hub for students to come to when they are having trouble focussing on their learning, and having trouble following teacher instructions. In the Reflection Zone, students work with a someone from the leadership team to get Ready to Learn, regulate their behaviour and set goals for success in their lessons. You will receive an SMS message if your child has visited the Reflection Zone, and you may also receive a phone call from the class teacher for further discussion. You are encouraged to contact the class teacher, or the Middle School Coordinator if you have any questions or concerns at any time.

On Wednesday 15^th May, we hosted our annual Open Night, giving new and current families the chance to hear about the opportunities available to students at Gladstone High School. It was fantastic to see the number of year 6 students and their parents, who will be our 2025 year 7 families, come along for the information session and tours. Transition activities will begin later this term. If you missed the opportunity for a tour and some information, please feel free to contact the school to make a time to visit.

Preparations for the annual Year 9 Ski Trip are underway. Students will make neckwarmers later this term. The Aldi ski sale is on this weekend, a great chance to grab thermals, socks, gloves and goggles at very reasonable prices. Students don’t need ski jackets and ski pants as they will be included in the hire of equipment.

With just five weeks left in Semester 1, all students will be experiencing some subject changes in their practical subjects, such as Art and Digital Tech. For Year 7’s, this change will occur at the start of Week 5, as their electives are divided into ‘trimesters’ to give them the chance to experience a variety of subjects, while still meeting their core subject requirements. If you missed Parent/Teacher interviews at the end of last term, you are encouraged to make contact with your child’s teachers if you have any questions or concerns, or would just like to chat about their progress.