1. What are they learning?
2. How are they doing?
3. How do you know?
4. How can you improve?
5. Where can you go for help?

Staffing Updates
Brady Rutland has been appointed permanently to the Deputy Principal role at Gympie West State School.
Mr May has relocated, and Mrs Turner is teaching 4/5M. Welcome to her!

Safe School
At Gympie West State School, we welcome parents and other members of our diverse community into our school. Working together with our school community; school staff support the learning and wellbeing of every student, and are entitled to a safe work environment. Parents and other visitors to our school support safety by ensuring their communications and conduct at the school and school activities is respectful.

National Reconcilation Week
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. The theme for 2025, Bridging Now to Next, urges us to look ahead and continue to push forward as past lessons guide us. It also calls for Australians to step forward together. This is a time for growth, reflection, and commitment to walking together.

Parentline
Parentline is a free, confidential counselling service available for all Queensland parents and carers.

If you need support navigating challenging situations, Parentline offers qualified counsellors who can help with expert advice, emotional support and referrals when needed.

Parentline’s services include:

• practical parenting resources on their website
• live webchat with professional counsellors
• phone support for immediate assistance (1300 30 1300)
• the option to pre-book ongoing sessions with the same counsellor
• online counsellor-facilitated parenting forums for shared support
• referrals to other family support services when additional help is needed.

Visit their website (parentline.com.au) for more information today, or give them a call on 1300 30 1300.