Term 4 - Week 2 - October 2025

From The Principal

Dear Parent and Carers,

Congratulations to our students who continue to excel in academic, cultural and sporting areas.  Tully SHS is an outstanding school with many exceptionally talented students!  It is wonderful to showcase our students throughout our newsletter.   

School Opinion Survey

Thank you to our parents who took the time to complete the School Opinion Survey in August.  The Dept. of Education released the data this week and we greatly appreciate your honest and frank feedback. This survey is only completed once a year and provides excellent data on how we are travelling as a school in certain areas.

How did we go?

The 2025 most positive areas:

• 94.1% Agreement - Teachers at this school expect my child to do their best.
• 91.5% Agreement – The expectations and rules are clear at this school.
• 91.5% Agreement – This school celebrates student achievements.

The 2025 least positive areas:

• 74.1% Agreement – This school treats students equally, regardless of gender.
• 65.0% Agreement – Student behaviour is well managed at this school.
• 74.6%% Agreement – Teachers at this school treat students fairly.   

Our greatest area of improvement in the student area is: My child likes being at this school. This statement increased from 2024 to 2025 by 17.1%.

The greatest area of improvement for parents is: This school takes parents opinions seriously.  This statement has increased by 14.6%.  The improvement in this area is excellent. 

As a school we will continue to reflect and review our systems and processes.  As parents and carers, I strongly encourage you to contact the school if you have any concerns and issues that you believe need to be addressed.  We must take all parents’ opinions seriously and work together to support our students to be successful in whatever their chosen pathway is. 

Facilities Update

The tuckshop renovation started at the end of last term and due to structural advice from the builder, the whole tuckshop and the surrounding covered areas must be demolished.  The great news is that the school will receive a whole new tuckshop building with adjoining under covered areas, this means that there will be a construction site in the middle of the school for quite a few months!

Thank you to Lauren Jarvis, Head of Special Education Services who submitted an application under the Education For All program and has been successful for the construction of a covered walkway from the front gate up to A block.  Due to the age and deterioration of the existing concrete, a new covered walkway will be constructed.  At this stage, we are unsure when this work will commence. 

Year 12 External Exams

All the very best to our Year 12 students who will start external exams on Monday 27 October.  External exams will run for a three-week period.  During this time, Year 12 students need only attend school for their scheduled exam.  If they are sick, they must contact the school and produce medical documentation.  Please ensure all students engage in exam preparation, are well rested and hydrated prior to the exam. Students are able to contact their class teachers for support leading up to their scheduled exam.

Social Media

Our students are digital natives.  For some students, a phone is an essential tool for everyday life.  Very limited numbers of students use a social media platform to bully or post inappropriate content; as a school, we are required to teach safe and ethical social media practices.  However, when a student is a victim of this, it is essential that parent/s report this.  When social media sites are set up and the content is inappropriate, always contact the eSafety Commissioner to notify them of this.

I recently had a community member contact me regarding a social media site that was being used inappropriately by some of our students, I reported through to Dept. Of Education and it was assessed and removed from the social media platform.

With the new social media platform rules coming later this year, it is timely that we all support and act appropriately in this public way.

End of Year   

Term 4 in a high school is always very busy with the completion of different year levels at varying times.

The following are key dates:

• Monday 27 October - Tuesday 18 November: Year 12 External Exams
• Monday 17 November: Sports Award Evening 5pm
• Tuesday 18 November: Awards Night 7pm
• Wednesday 19 November: Year 12 Graduation
• Friday 21 November: Final Day Year 12
• Friday 28 November: Final Day Year 10 and 11
• Friday 28 November: Year 7 – 9 Moderation Day
• Friday 12 December: Final day Year 7 – 9

Our expectations are that all students must be at school every day, learning and completing their assessments to the best of their ability.  If you plan for your child/ren to be away from school please ensure you are contacting the school to advise.

Yours in learning,
Ms Helen Carne
Principal

QATSIFs 2025

 Talented Year 12 student, Dakoda Sanders, has been awarded the First Place trophy in the Mosaic category of QATSIF’s 2025 Creative Arts Competition.

Dakoda created a mosaic collection called Eyes to the Past, Eyes to the Future. It tells a story of what Dakoda’s First Nations ancestors saw regarding their country, and what her people hope to see emerging in the future. The use of mirror fragments in these pieces symbolises reflection: we reflect upon the past to create a brighter future for the next generation.

Annual Beep Test Challenge Highlights

Our Annual Beep Test Challenge was a fantastic display of fitness and school spirit! Students competed in Junior and Senior races for both females and males, with all participants earning valuable House points. This year, Mackay led the scoreboard with 12 points, followed closely by Kirrama with 11, while Tyson and Walter Hill each earned 6 points.

Congratulations to our individual champions - Jake and Lilou for the Junior races, and Jacob and Kassidy for the Seniors. It was wonderful to see so many students join in, creating a lively and encouraging atmosphere for everyone involved. Well done to all participants for their energy and enthusiasm!

World Mental Health Day at Tully SHS

Last Friday, our students showed their support for Mental Health Awareness Day by wearing green accessories – the international colour for mental health. It was a powerful visual reminder that it's okay to not be okay, and that support is always around us.

Some of the highlights of the day?  The new SLT leaders and their team staged a joyful Just Dance! which had everyone smiling and moving together - a perfect reminder that staying active and connected is great for our mental health. They also wrote uplifting messages (in green chalk!) on the walls of the UCA. And still, every so often, we are reminded to Smile by a section of paving on our way to the classroom!

Lawson’s green for Mental Health – an awesome outfit! You certainly made us smile.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the day special. Let’s continue to break the stigma and support each other – not just today, but every day. 

Year 10 Art

Over a period of nine weeks, Year 10 Art students have each been immersed in creating a papier mâché sculpture of an animal whose unique characteristics reflect their own personality and beliefs. These inventive creatures are on display at the Tully Library, alongside original poems that their makers have written to match their creation. As you can see from the photos, they are wonderfully individual and imaginative - pop in and have a look!

Good Luck Layla

Good luck to our Peninsula Track & Field athletes competing at the 2025 State Championships in Townsville! 

A special shout-out to Layla M, who has been named a Team Captain – an incredible achievement! This event marks her 10th Peninsula Team in just three years – a truly momentous milestone. Congratulations, Layla!

A Sell-Out Success!

Year 10 Fashion Market Stall – A Sell-Out Success! 

The Year 10 Fashion class held a market stall this week, offering their self-crafted accessories such as bags, scrunchies, pencil cases and hair clips to staff and students. Every item attracted a buyer, a testament to the appeal of the unique and original.

Cert II Resources and Infrastructure class!

Well done to our Year 10 Cert II Resources and Infrastructure class! 

Today, they successfully completed their First Aid training — a vital skill for any industry employee and a big step toward their future qualifications. 

A big thank you to the Australian Drilling Institute for running this important training session and supporting our students' learning journey! 

Exciting Finish at the 100m Gift Race!

In a thrilling showdown at the school’s 100m gift race, Liam surged from behind to claim victory in the boys’ event, showcasing incredible speed and determination. Meanwhile, Stef held strong with her +7m star, crossing the line first to take out the girls’ race. Congratulations to both athletes for their outstanding performances!

Tully SHS P&C

Meeting Dates Term 4

Week 4    Wednesday 29^th October at the Grandstand Meeting Room

Week 8     Wednesday 26^th November at the Top Pub

(please note there are changes to previously advertise dates)

Announcement to Parents

Tully State High School Parents and Citizens have the option for parents to place uniform orders using the Flexischools app, uniform orders must be placed the Tuesday 10pm the day prior.

Australia's #1 school ordering solution, Flexischools, operates in more than 1700 schools across Australia, enabling parents and students to order and pay for school lunches, uniform shop items, and school community events online or via the Flexischools app.

Flexischools App 

Parents simply download the Flexischools app from the Apple or Google store and follow the prompts to create an account. You can download the App and find registration and online ordering instructions here.

� � Download the app or register online here www.flexischools.com.au/parents ✨

Parents can set daily spend limits and keep an eye on what they’re buying via your Flexischools app. Additionally, you can also add access for your child to use the App, enabling them to place online orders themselves - great for growing independence.

If you already have a Flexischools account for another family member then just select the Profile icon on the app and +Add New Student. 

Fees

There is a 29c fee for every order placed – if you are placing an order for multiple students these can be placed under one student for collection.

Katie McLaughlin
2025 Tully SHS Parents & Citizens President

Circles Of Security Parenting - COSP

FNQ Youth Assistance Fund

QAS Competition

Train like a Champion – your chance to go behind-the-scenes at the QAS

Ever wondered how Queensland’s elite athletes train for success? Now you can experience it for yourself!

The YouFor2032, Train like a Champion Competition, presented by the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) and RACQ, is giving five lucky Queenslanders an exclusive high-performance training experience at the QAS - plus a $500 sports equipment voucher.

Winners will step inside the High-Performance Gym , Sport Science Lab and Recovery Centre to see where future champions are made and get a taste of the training, testing and facilities that help Queensland’s elite athletes succeed.

How to enter

The competition is open to Queenslanders aged 13–23 (Olympic sports) and 13–30 (Paralympic sports).

Download the YouFor2032 app, driven by RACQ. Complete the tests in the app.

www.qasport.qld.gov.au/youfor2032/competition

How fast can you sprint? How far can you jump? How strong is your grip? Every test counts towards your shot at winning this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Entries close: 28 November 2025.

Tully SHS Sports News

FUNDING FOR REPRESENTATIVE SPORT 

Funding is available for students who are selected in Peninsula and Queensland School Sport teams.  Funding is usually available from $50 to upwards of $200 (State) and $500 (National) and is often available up to six months after the championships.  Please check eligibility criteria and information on applying at the links below:  

Cassowary Coast Council Community Grants 

Emerging Athlete Pathways Funding 

Local Sporting Champions Sport Australia 

TSHS P&C – Letter required to request support pandc@tullyshs.eq.edu.au  

Tully SHS Student Absences:

                                      Tully SHS Absence Reminders 

A friendly reminder to please notify the school if your student will be late, absent, or requires an early leave pass.

You can contact us via:

Text: 0429 043 650

Call: (07) 40 684 555 (Press 1)

QParents: Log in and submit your student’s absence online

When notifying us, please include:

Student’s full name

Year level

Reason for the absence/early leave/late arrival

Thank you for helping us keep accurate records and support student safety and wellbeing.

QParents - How to register

Creating a QParents account requires you to complete a 4-step registration process.

    1.Enter the invitation code

You must receive an invitation letter or email with your unique invitation code before you can complete this step. If you have not received an invitation letter or email, please contact the school via phone on (07) 4068 4555 or via email at info@tullyshs.eq.edu.au. To enter your code and get started, click register your interest at https://qparents.qld.edu.au/#/landing.

    2. Verify your identity

Select next and after accepting the terms and conditions of use of QParents, you will be required to verify your identity by completing an online 100 point identification check using documents including Australian Passport, drivers license, birth or marriage certificate or Medicare card.

    3. Create a QParents account

You will be required to create a QParents account using an email address as your account name. That email address will need to be confirmed before your account will be activated. You may, optionally, also provide a mobile number which will be used by QParents to verify your identity (e.g. send you an SMS code to enter into QParents).

    4. Add your child

Step four, can be done either online or using the QParents app. You will need to request access to view your child's information. You will need to know your child's EQID to do this. You can find the EQ ID on your child’s ID card, report cards, OneSchool or school invoices. It consists of 10 numbers and one letter. The school can also provide this number if needed. After completing these steps, your request to create a QParents account will be sent to your child's school for final approval. 

Why do you need a QParents Account?

 QParents allows parents to connect instantly with their child’s school to access and manage their child’s student information, including:

• Attendance and absence details, as well as the ability to notify the school of an absence
• Behaviour information
• Academic report cards
• Providing consent for excursions and online services
• Viewing unpaid invoice details, payment history, and making payments online
• Viewing and updating student details, including medical conditions and address
• Enrolment details  
• Parents can view or update their child’s details without having to contact the school
• Available anytime, anywhere!                                                                                                                                                

T.S.H.S. Tuckshop Menu - Banny Bites

T.S.H.S Dress Code

Uniforms Wanted!