PBL Focus – Perseverance:

As we approach the final weeks of Semester 1, I want to take a moment to remind all our students of the importance of finishing the Term positively. One of our core values as a school is Perseverance - the ability to stay focused, work hard, and continue striving for excellence, even when the finish line is in sight. The end of term can bring many distractions, but it is important that students maintain their effort and uphold the high expectations they have set for themselves throughout the term. Every lesson, every assessment, and every day still offers valuable opportunities for learning, growth, and achievement. As the author Napoleon Hill once said, "Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit." I encourage all our students to hold on to that mindset in these final weeks.  We are also looking forward to sharing a range of important upcoming events with our community as the term progresses.

NAIDOC Week – Week 1, Term 3:

In Week 1 of Term 3, our school community will come together to celebrate NAIDOC Week - a time to honour and recognise the rich history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week provides an important opportunity for all of us to reflect on the strength and resilience of our First Nations communities, and to learn from the stories and traditions that have shaped this land for thousands of years. The theme of this year’s NAIDOC Week is Strength, Vision and Legacy. We look forward to celebrating and acknowledging our First Nations students, their families, and our Elders throughout the week’s activities.

End of Term Rewards Trip:

Applications have now closed for the Term Rewards Trip on Wednesday 25^th June. Parents and carers should have already been contacted regarding payment for this event. This Term students will be attending Urban Extreme Adventure Park. In order to have qualified students must have:

• Completed a Ripley Rewards Application Form
• Maintained 95% attendance
• Had no suspensions and no more than 2 Administrative Detentions
• Completed all assessment to date

If you have any questions or concerns around this excursion, or your child’s eligibility, please contact the Year Level Coordinator Team at YCO@ripleyvalleyssc.eq.edu.au

Leadership Camp:

We are excited to offer a special opportunity for our Years 7 – 11 SRC students to attend a Leadership Development Camp at the Maroon Outdoor Education Centre in Week 10 of Term 3 (Tuesday 15^th –Friday 19^th of September). Located near Lake Maroon in the Scenic Rim, MOEC is run by the Department of Education and provides outdoor programs that help students build confidence, teamwork and leadership skills. Students will take part in activities such as canoeing, hiking, high ropes, and team challenges – all within their year level groups.

• Dates: Tuesday to Friday, Week 10, Term 3
• Cost: $234
• Transport: Bus to and from school included
• To learn more about the camp and the centre, visit: https://maroonoec.eq.edu.au
• Permission notes and further details will be sent home soon!

I would like to I wish you all a safe, restful, and enjoyable winter break once the term concludes.

Regards,