19 June 2025

Principal’s Report

Dear Kuluin Families,

As we reach the end of Term 2, we take a moment to reflect with pride on the many achievements, celebrations, and connections that have made this term so rewarding for our students, staff, and families. Our school is more than just a place of learning—it’s a thriving community where every child is supported to shine.

Highlights from the Term

The second half of this term has been filled with activities and opportunities for students and families to be part of our growing Kuluin culture. Whether you were cheering at the finish line or sharing the joy of a book discovery, your involvement has made a difference.

Some of the events include:

• Athletics Carnival – Thankyou to our Sports Captains and Sport Vice Captains for the role they play in encouraging participation for all whilst promoting fun, determination and teamwork
• Reading Parent Workshops – Thank you to our wonderful parents who joined us to support literacy learning at home.
• Prep Tours – Welcoming our newest Kuluin families with warmth and excitement.
• Bookfair – A celebration of reading that brought smiles and stories into homes.
• Maths Excellence Day – A showcase of high-level thinking and mathematical fun.
• Gula Gold Reward Day – Recognising the fantastic behaviour and efforts of our students.

(Don’t forget to look at the Kuluin State School Facebook page to see the joy in action—photos and videos from these events are shared regularly!)

Thank You, Kuluin Staff

Behind every student success story is a team of passionate educators and support staff. From the classroom to the playground, our team is deeply committed to nurturing each child’s journey. Our staff go above and beyond every day to deliver learning that matters, and their dedication does not go unnoticed.

“The ability to read, write, and analyse; the confidence to stand up and demand justice and equality... all of that starts with education.” Michelle Obama

At Kuluin, we believe education truly changes lives—and we are proud to walk alongside our students on that path.

Gula Gold & Positive Behaviour for Learning

Our second key school priority is to strengthen student engagement and schoolwide expectations through our Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework.

Why Gula Gold matters:

• It recognises positive behaviour in a fast, consistent, and motivating way.
• It reinforces our school’s shared expectations and helps students feel seen and valued.
• It strengthens connections between staff and students through ongoing encouragement.

Looking Ahead

As we head into the winter holidays, we wish every Kuluin family a safe and joyful break. Thank you for your ongoing support, involvement, and belief in our school. We look forward to another term of connection and growth. School resumes on Monday, 14th July.

Kind Regards,
Corrie Connors
Principal

Deputy Principal’s Report

Prep to Year 2

Halfway Through the Year – Celebrating Success and Looking Ahead

Can you believe we are already nearly halfway through the 2025 school year? This milestone is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on your child’s growth and celebrate their progress with the first report card of the year. We are incredibly proud of all students’ achievements and look forward to supporting their continued development in the second half of 2025.

Term 2 has been filled with engaging learning experiences and memorable events, and Term 3 is shaping up to be just as rewarding. While report cards provide a valuable snapshot of your child’s academic progress, it’s important to remember that they cannot capture everything that makes your child unique and amazing.

Reading at Kuluin
A big thank you to the parents who attended our recent reading workshops. It was a pleasure to share the research, theory and classroom practices that underpin our structured reading approach at Kuluin, as well as practical ways to support reading at home.

Stay tuned to our Facebook page as we launch a new Reading Series designed to strengthen the connection between home and school, providing insight into the Science of Reading and how we bring it to life in our classrooms.

Nambour Show Success
A special mention must go to our wonderful Teacher Aide, Ms Tenille, for once again coordinating Kuluin’s school display at the Nambour Show. The student artwork and work samples were nothing short of spectacular. Our Minecraft Kuluin model took out second place in the school competition, and a number of students received ribbons for their outstanding art and handwriting entries. Congratulations to all involved—your talents continue to shine!

Prep Enrolments for 2026
Our Prep transition program for 2026 is now underway, and we’ve begun visiting local Kindergartens to meet our future Kuluin Kids. This year, we are offering fortnightly Prep Tours to help families get to know our wonderful school.

If you have a child starting Prep in 2026, or know someone who does, now is the time to enrol. Children born between 1 July 2020 and 30 June 2021 are eligible to begin Prep in 2026.

🔗 Book a tour here: https://kuluinss.schoolzineplus.com/form/204
📄 Enrolment packs are available from the school office or can be downloaded from our website: www.kuluinss.eq.edu.au
📧 Please direct enquiries and submit completed forms to: info@kuluinss.eq.edu.au

Families already attending Kuluin SS who have a child starting Prep in 2026 are encouraged to contact the office as soon as possible to arrange a tour and complete the enrolment process.

Farewell Mr Phil Allen – A Kuluin Legend

After an incredible 32 years of dedicated service to Kuluin State School, we bid a fond farewell to Mr Phil Allen—a beloved teacher, colleague, and community member.

Phil’s contribution to our school community is nothing short of extraordinary. Whether in the classroom, out on the oval, or sharing one of his signature stories with a smile, Phil has left an indelible mark on generations of students, staff, and families.

Over the past 12 years, it has been an absolute pleasure working alongside Phil. His warmth, humour, and unwavering commitment to the success of every child are just a few of the qualities that have made him so deeply respected and admired.

A teacher’s legacy lives on in the lives they touch—and Phil’s legacy at Kuluin is truly BIG.

While we will miss his presence greatly, we are excited for what lies ahead as Phil sets off in his big 4WD to begin a well-earned retirement filled with adventure, travel, and relaxation.

Thank you, Phil, for everything you have given to Kuluin SS. You will always be a part of the Kuluin family.

Wishing all our families a safe and restful winter break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday 14th July for another fantastic term of learning.

Kind Regards,
Jess Thompson
Deputy Principal P-2

Year 3 to 5

End of Semester

Another term filled with fresh challenges, growth, and celebrations — done and dusted!

As we wrap up, I’d like to take a moment to sincerely thank all staff at Kuluin SS — our teachers, teacher aides, and incredible support crew. Whether it’s clean toilets, freshly mowed ovals, or setting high expectations and delivering strong outcomes, every contribution matters. It’s the people who make our school the amazing place it is.

Thank you for everything you do!

 Maths Excellence at Kuluin SS

Congratulations to all students and staff involved in the recent World of Maths Excellence activity!

Our students were highly praised by the visiting facilitators — not only for their outstanding effort and behaviour, but also for their strong mathematical understanding and impressive problem-solving skills.

One of the facilitators, Megan from World of Maths, had this to say: “The kids here (at Kuluin SS) are so independent, they think things through, and problem solve together, and they’re solving activities faster than Year 7 and 8 groups I’ve had.”

What an amazing compliment for our school!

A huge thank you to our dedicated teachers — your support and guidance help our students shine.

Kind Regards,
Pete Fittler
Deputy Principal 3-5

Year 6

Deputy Principal’s Update

What a fantastic few weeks it’s been for our Year 6 students!

Currimundi Camp Success
Our Year 6 camp at the Currimundi Rec Centre was a massive success. Student behaviour was outstanding, and our teachers and support staff couldn't speak more highly of how everyone represented Kuluin. A huge thank you to all who made the week possible. My personal camp highlight? Witnessing a #partywave during bodyboarding – absolute ripper!

Excellence Parade – Term 3, Week 3
A quick note that our Year 6 Excellence Awards will be presented at the Term 3 Week 3 parade. We look forward to celebrating the incredible efforts of our senior students then.

School Athletics Carnival
Well done to all our students who are preparing to compete in our upcoming Athletics Carnival. We know you’ll give it your best and represent your houses with pride and spirit.

Maroochydore SHS Transition Day – Tuesday 24 June
Best of luck to all students heading to MSHS for Transition Day 1. Parents, please remember that students need to be enrolled at MSHS prior to the day. If you need help, don’t hesitate to contact the high school directly.

Gula Gold Rewards Day – Wednesday 25 June
Gula Gold Day is nearly here! Students can look forward to an active and exciting day with the team from Motiv8 Sports. Please bring a gold coin donation in support of the amazing Story Dogs program, and come dressed ready to move!

School Photo Day – Thursday 26 June
Don't forget – School Photo Day is Thursday 26 June. Time to tame the bed hair, find your clean uniform, and practice that million-dollar smile!

Kind Regards,
Benjamin Gaske
Deputy Principal 6

Curriculum News

Report Cards

At the end of this term all students will receive an End of Semester Report Card. This will be a summary of your child’s academic achievement in the learning areas studied this semester. This report is one of a number of strategies used by our school to communicate to you about your child’s achievement, effort and behaviour.

Teachers will report on each student’s achievement, against aspects of the achievement standard that have been taught and assessed during Term 1 and Term 2. The report represents the student’s level of achievement at the time of reporting.

Reports will be sent home via email on Wednesday 25 June.

If your email details have changed or if you require a printed copy of the report card, please contact the office as soon as possible.

Sports News

Representative Sporting Success

Congratulations to Dandre H for gaining selection into the Nambour District U12 cricket team. Dandre will attend the regional trials early next term. Well done Dandre!

District Cross Country

Congratulations to Casey L, Archie K and Tanner S on representing our district at the regional cross country trials. They all represented us very well both on and off the track as they raced against the best long-distance runners on the Sunshine Coast. Great job!

Kuluin Athletics Carnivals

Our Grades 3-6 Senior Athletics Carnival is scheduled this week on Thursday 19^th and Friday 20^th June. Our Prep-Grade 2 Carnival is scheduled for 27^th June. Please find further information and programs below:

Grades 5 and 6 Interschool Sport

During Term 3, all of our Grade 5 and 6 students have the opportunity to participate in interschool sport. The program is focused on participation and enjoyment rather than results. Students have recently selected preferences from AFL, Oztag, Netball, Soccer or remaining at school. Interschool sport is scheduled for Friday 15^th August, Friday 29^th August and Friday 12^th September. More information about this program will be released early next term.

Kind Regards,
Mitch Woods
PE Teacher

Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show

Schools on Show at the Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show

This year, our school proudly entered a school display for the ‘Schools on Show’ at the 2025 Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show with the theme:

 “Communities Build a Better World – Together We Are Better.’

We are excited to share that our efforts were recognized with a 2^nd Place award for this outstanding Masterpiece! Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this possible. It is now on display in the library for those who would like to come and have a look.

Some of our classes created beautiful artwork and handwriting to showcase at the Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show. A massive congratulations to the following students for their outstanding achievements:

1^st Place – Lily - Handwriting (2C)

2^nd Place – Arlo - Collage (Prep B)

2^nd Place – Bax - Handwriting (Prep B)

2^nd Place – Remii - Handwriting (1S)

2^nd Place – Lawson - Painting (2H)

2^nd Place – Koa - Painting (2H)

2^nd Place – Daisy - Handwriting (2C)

2^nd Place – Tegan - Collage (3D)

3^rd Place – Ziggy - Collage (1B)

3^rd Place – Aliikai - Painting (2H)

3^rd Place – Xanthe - Collage (2C)

I look forward to creating more masterpieces again next year.

Kind Regards,
Miss Tenille
Teacher Aide

School Photo Day

Extra-Curricular photos are held on Monday 8th of September 2025.

C&K Kuluin

Sports X

Bus Passes

Parents/Carers will not need to apply for a school bus pass if their students are already bus pass holders and are (a) staying at the same school and (b) residing at the same address.  Parents/Carers can apply for STAS online here www.qld.gov.au/schooltransportassistance
- One Form
- Up to Five Children
- Any Device

Please note if your student is not eligible for a school bus pass, you will need to obtain a Go Card online or from your closest retailer. For more information please visit https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/go-card

Please visit our website below for school bus service information.
CDC Sunshine Coast https://cdcqueensland.com.au/bus-services/sunshine-coast-schools/
Phone: (07) 54766622

Email: info.sunshinecoast@cdcbus.com.au

Uniform Price List for 2025 - The School Locker Maroochydore

Kuluin State School uniforms are available from The School Locker Maroochydore, located in the Maroochydore Homemaker Centre at 11-55 Maroochy Blvd, Maroochydore. Uniforms can be purchased instore or online for collection or delivery. 

Regular School Attendance

Reminder school commences 8.50am

Time Out / Illness

Why do I need to keep my child at home? This is a common question many families ask us. Please see attached Time Out brochure and poster that provide information for parents about infectious diseases and exclusion periods in Queensland schools.

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Cybersafety

The Department of Education & Training (DET) Cybersafety Team have created an eSafety Guide to provide important information on how to protect your information and report inappropriate content when using the latest games, apps and social media.

Click here to visit The eSafety Guide:

Dates to Remember