Principal’s Piece — Justin Harrison
Being Prepared for Year 11, 12 and Post-Schooling
A successful transition from Year 10 into 11 optimises a student’s success post schooling. As per previous newsletters, Toolooa SHS has begun the Senior Education and Training Plan, commonly called the SET Plan. I would like to thank all parents/carers who have engaged in the process and have had their meeting with a trained staff member to discuss future carers and the development of a pathway for their child which will only help them achieve their goals. For those who have not, it is imperative that the meeting is organised as poor choices now can have a significant bearing on your child’s later options.
Year 12 Students – Not Long to Go!
With only 11 weeks from Monday remaining for our Year 12 students, I understand that some can be finding this time very daunting. For those students who are nervous or are unsure of the ‘what and how’ for their next pathway, I encourage them and their parents/carers to contact one of my senior schooling team; Mr Thomas (Deputy Principal), Mr Boase (Head of Department – Senior Schooling), Mrs Paula McDonald (Year 12 Co-ordinator) or Mrs Hetherington (Guidance Officer – Year 12) and unpack their concerns. By working together, we will continue to provide strong support for our year 12’s.
School Pick Up Area
Can parents please use the pickup area outside of Toolooa State High School. Unfortunately, there have been a number of occasions this term where unauthorised vehicles have utilised the school grounds as a pick-up point which creates a safety concern for our students. For those parents/carers authorised to pick your child up from inside the school gates, please maintain a speed of 15km/hr. Thank you for your understanding.
Year 6 into 7 Transition
It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout at our first Year 6 into 7 transition night for the year! We had almost 170 people in attendance, and have had great feedback from parents and excited students.
The next step in the transition plan is getting enrolment paperwork in. If you have a child starting Year 7 with us in 2025, please ensure that you have returned enrolment paperwork by the end of this term.
Our full two-day Orientation program will be on Monday and Tuesday of the second-last week of the year (2 and 3 December), where all 2025 Year 7 students will come along and engage in a range of activities. We are looking forward to welcoming them, and giving them the best start to their high school career!
School Opinion Survey
I would like to personally thank the 157 parents who have completed the School Opinion Survey and would like to remind everyone that it closes on 16th August 2024.