Friday Flash Week 4 - 16th of May 2025
From the Principal
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
This week, there has been some media attention around student behaviour and communication between families and schools. At Amberley District State School, we are proud of the strong systems we have in place to support every student’s success—both academically and behaviourally.
For many years, our school has implemented Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) as our whole-school approach. PBL helps us create a safe, supportive learning environment by:
Clearly teaching students the behaviour we expect
Creating consistent rules and routines
Using a proactive and preventative approach
Monitoring behaviour data to provide the right support at the right time
Offering extra help for students who need it, including intensive support for a small number of children
Last year, we updated our PBL Matrix and Student Code of Conduct, and introduced the PAUSE Program, a whole-school social and emotional learning program that’s part of our Health curriculum. This program teaches children the essential skills they need to build positive learning behaviours, regulate emotions, and engage in respectful peer interactions. These documents are available on our school website.
Just like in any home, there are times when children don’t follow expectations. At ADSS, we have clear strategies in place to support students when this happens and to help them make better choices moving forward.
We are proud to share that in Semester 2, 2024 (this is updated at the end of each semester):
90% of our students achieved a C or above for behaviour
39% of students received an A
This year, our high expectations are being reinforced through Morning Circles, where we explicitly teach behaviour and social-emotional skills. Students also receive a ‘Good, Great, or Soaring’ tick in their diaries each day. This helps families stay informed and encourages positive conversations at home.
This week, the Department of Education released a new Parent and School Communication Guideline to support respectful and effective communication between families and schools. We will be adopting this statewide guideline, which aligns well with our current approach and strengthens our shared commitment to working together in the best interest of every child.
A copy of the guideline is attached for your reference.
Also next Friday is our annual Early Years Expo - see the flyer below!!!! It is always a wonderful morning for our littlest students.
Wishing all of our families a happy and safe Show Holiday!
Kelli Harvey
Principal
Amberley District State School
What's On Next Week
- Monday: Choir - all grades 1st break. First Nations Dance Group - Second break.
- Tuesday: Strings Ensemble 7:50am.
- Wednesday: Boys soccer training. Choir 1st break. Band 2nd Break. Netball training 3.10 - 4pm in hall.
- Thursday: Rugby league training 8am. Girl's soccer training first/second break on oval. Little Jets 9am in Base. Lunchtime disco.
- Friday: No assembly - Early Years Expo!
We also have Breakfast Club and Running Club every morning!
Wellbeing and Engagement
Defence Mentor
School Attendance
Our School attendance rate is currently 91.7%. Our goal is 95%.
Students who have 95% or above attendance each term will receive a SOARING attendance certificate.
Please contact your year level Deputy Principal, if you need support with attendance at school. Unexplained absence letters are deployed twice a term. You can update attendance through the QParents app.
Payments Due
Save the Date
🐝 20 May – World Bee Day
A chance to learn about the importance of bees and biodiversity!
🎨 23 May – Early Years Expo
Prep to Year 2 students will enjoy a fun community day full of early learning activities.
👁️ 26–28 May – Prep Vision Screening
Queensland Health will be conducting vision tests for Prep students. Parent consent is required.
🏉 28 May – Jersey Day
Wear your favourite team jersey to show your sporting spirit!
🦁 29 May – Year 4 Excursion to Darling Downs Zoo
A wild learning adventure for our Year 4 students!
🌏 🐠 5 June – Ecomarines: World Environment Day
Celebrating sustainability and marine life with our Ecomarines.
📸 10 & 11 June – School Photos
Sibling, class, and individual photos will be taken. More information to come soon.
🎶 11 June – Music Alfresco
Students will showcase their musical talents in a relaxed outdoor setting for families to enjoy.
Sport News
Student Council
Flash's Favourites
Girl's Soccer
Friendly Reminders
Don't forget to download the Schoolzine App to so you can access all school communications in a centralised location. Please click here to find instructions on SZapp app installation. After you select Amberley District State School enter PassCode 7242. There is also a link to the left to download.