18th September 2025

IMPORTANT DATES

• 7th October- School Resumes for Term 4  
• 10th October - P & C Crazy Sock Day - Gold coin donation
• 14th October - P & C October meeting
• 20th October - Year 1 Fire Education visit
• 24th October - Day for Daniel - Wear a red shirt
• 24th October - Prep to Year- 6 Police Visit - Personal Safety
• 27th - 29th October - Year 6 Camp
• 3rd November - Year 1 and Year 4 Swimming
• 5th November - Year 1 and Year 4 Swimming
• 7th November at 9.15am - Whole school parade
• 13th November 9am - 11am - Get set for prep
• 20th November 9am - 11am - Get set for prep
• 27th November 2pm - 3pm - Get set for prep
• 28th November 5pm - 6.30-pm - P & C Christmas concert
• 4th of December - Browns Plains High School Transition Day
• 9th of December - Academic Awards Ceremony
• 11th of December - 1.30pm - 3pm - Year 6 Graduation
• 12th of December - Last day of Term 4

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

As this term comes to an end, I want to thank you all for your support. Browns Plains State School is an incredible school with an incredible community.

Teaching and Learning

It has been a privilege to share in the learning experiences that students have had the opportunity to engage in. Our dedicated teachers and support staff look for ways to advocate for student voice, agency and continually explore ways to provide opportunities for all learners to engage in the curriculum.  We have seen students read rich texts and connect with authors through the language used to draw in the reader.

This term, it has been a privilege to share in the many rich learning experiences that our students have engaged in. Our dedicated teachers and support staff continue to advocate strongly for student voice and agency and consistently explore innovative ways to ensure that every learner has meaningful opportunities to engage with the curriculum.

Throughout the term, students have immersed themselves in reading rich and varied texts, making thoughtful connections with authors through the language and techniques used to draw in the reader. Classrooms have been alive with discussion, creativity and collaboration as students deepened their understanding and built confidence in expressing their own ideas.

As we reflect on the achievements of this term, it is clear that our school community remains united in its commitment to nurturing curious, capable and confident learners.

Thank you P&C

We extend our thanks to the P&C for their wonderful efforts this term. The Father’s Day Stall was well received by students and families and the Colour Run was an outstanding success. It was fantastic to see so many families at the Colour Run supporting their children, enjoying the atmosphere and lending a hand with preparations.

A special thank you goes to our P&C President, Veronica, for her ongoing support and commitment throughout the term. Your contributions are valued and make a difference in the life of our school community.

We invite families to attend the next P&C meeting on 14th October at 9:15am. This is a great opportunity to connect, share ideas and be part of the planning for Term 4 P&C events.

Cyber Safety – Keeping our children safe online

As our children spend more time online, it is important to support them in developing safe and responsible digital habits. Parents can help by:

• Talking regularly with your child about what they do online.
• Setting clear rules about screen time and safe websites or apps.
• Reminding them never to share personal details such as name, address or passwords.
• Encouraging them to report anything that makes them feel uncomfortable.

Below you find links to resources to support parents:

• eSafety Commissioner provides advice to parents on keeping children safe online.  You will also find information about the upcoming changes to social media. These changes will come into effect from 10^th December this year. https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents
• Queensland Government Cybersafety: https://www.qld.gov.au/education/schools/health/cybersafety

Together we can help our students enjoy the benefits of technology while staying safe.

We wish all families a safe and happy break and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for the start of Term 4 on Tuesday, 7 October.

Pamela Kondys

Principal 

FROM THE DEPUTY

As we reach the end of term 3, we reflect on all the learning and school events that have filled this part of the year.

I would like to say a huge thank you for all the support from parents and families who are such an important part of our school community. We are so appreciative of our relationship in working with families for the best outcomes for our students.

Students of the Week

Congratulations to this week’s “Students of the Week”. Thank you for always learning, always being safe and always being respectful. You make Browns Plains SS a better place to be. Well done!

Get Set for Prep 2026

Do you have a child born between July 1^st, 2020 and June 30^th, 2021?. Enrolment have begun for Prep students for 2026

How can you support a comfortable and confident start to school in 2026 for your child?

• Collect an enrolment pack from the office
• Book your interview time
• Attend our GET SET FOR PREP transition days beginning in Term 4 and to be held on Thursday, November 13, 20 and 27.

Join the Jellybean Playgroup each Wednesdays – 9:00-10:45 am to meet other students and develop confidence in the school setting

Please contact the office for any questions and to book a time for your enrolment interview.

Enrolment packs are now available from the office. Book your interview today as places will fill quickly!

I wish everyone a restful and safe holiday and hope that you are able to enjoy time together as a family. We look forward to seeing you for another busy term!

Leesa Warwick 

Deputy Principal 

FROM THE DEPUTY

As we head into the school holidays, I’d like to remind families about the importance of road safety, particularly for children who will be out and about on bikes and scooters. Please encourage your child to wear a helmet, use footpaths safely, and be extra cautious when crossing roads. Your support in reinforcing these safe practices helps keep all of our students safe during the holiday break.

This term has been filled with engaging and exciting learning opportunities. Our students have been working hard to explore new concepts and apply their knowledge to set tasks with curiosity and persistence. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they share their learning in different ways. I am proud of their achievements and look forward to building on this momentum in Term 4.

Next term promises to be another exciting one, with many special events on the horizon. Our Year 6 students will enjoy their much-anticipated camp, and we will celebrate the academic achievements of our students at the Academic Awards. For our graduating Year 6s, preparations are already underway for their Graduation Ceremony, which will be a memorable milestone as they prepare for the next chapter in their education.

I would like to wish all students, staff, and families a wonderful holiday break. Take the time to rest, recharge, and enjoy time together. I look forward to welcoming everyone back on 7th October for an exciting Term 4.

Year 6 Farewell Ceremony

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Theresa Kooyman

Deputy Principal 

FROM THE HEAD OF DEPT- STUDENT SERVICES

PBL

This week students who reached Level 9 (180 tickets) of our school wide positive acknowledgement system participated in rewards sessions with their cohort. Prep students participated in Mini Olympics and ball games for their reward.

Soccer

This term we were fortunate to receive a sporting grant through Sporting Schools and access coaching through Football Queensland. Students selected in Year 3 – Year 5 engaged in two sessions per week on the oval with a coach from week 7 – 10. They engaged in soccer games and skill building during this time.

Attendance

Congratulations to the listed classes for the Best Attendance and Most Improved Attendance for Week 8 and 9.

Please ensure your children are at school every day if they are well. If your child is absent from school, provide a reason for their absence using one of the methods listed below.

• Phone: 07 3809 6222
• Reply to the text message sent by the school on the day of your child’s absence
• Return the Unexplained Absence letter with a reason and signature

Unexplained Absence letters are generated and distributed to students each fortnight. These letters provide dates of your child’s absences which have not already been explained. If you receive one please fill in the reason/s for your child's absence/s, sign and have your child return it to their class teacher. Please work with us to reduce the number of unexplained absences in 2025!

Jess Galbraith,

HOD-Student Services

FROM THE SOCIAL WORKER

Triple P Seminars Next Term

Every family has tricky moments. Bedtime dramas, screen-time debates, morning rushes. To help make those moments easier and more enjoyable, the school is offering a series of free Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) sessions next term.

These sessions are relaxed, practical and designed to support the great parenting parents and carers are already doing. They’re not classes about “fixing” anyone; they simply share proven ideas to help children grow in confidence and to make family life calmer and less stressful.

Starting Week 2 next term, there will be four sessions (offered over two time-slots for parent convivence). Come to one or all four, each offers strategies you can use right away.

The first session, “The Power of Positive Parenting,” looks at everyday approaches such as clear communication, planning ahead for challenging situations, and responding calmly to children’s emotions. These skills help children develop resilience and self-esteem while giving parents more confidence and less conflict at home.

Session details

•                     When: 15^th October at 9am or 22^nd October at 1.30pm

•                     Where: Browns Plains State School

•                     Cost: Free

•                     Who: All parents and carers are welcome

It’s an opportunity to pick up fresh strategies, connect with other parents and leave feeling encouraged, not judged. Interested, use QR code below to sign up today.

Khushboo Fetter

Social Worker

ADMINISTRATION NEWS

HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR Q-PARENTS YET?

Thank you to the families who have registered for Q-Parents. From Term 3 2025, all consents for school related forms, for examples, excursion consent forms and student resource scheme participation agreement, will be done through QParents, no hardcopies will be given to families. If you have not registered for QParents please register ASAP.

QParents is a free and secure online application that enables Queensland state schools to provide parents with digital access to various student data and administrative functions, including:

• view upcoming events
• access and provide digital consent
• view and update attendance details (including future absences)
• view and pay invoices
• access payment history
• access report cards
• access enrolment history.

If you are having issues with uploading your ID when registering, please email your documents to admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au

Contact details

• There are times when we may need to contact parents and carers. Do we have your most up to date contact details?  If not, please contact the school on 3809 6222 or admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au so we can update our records. These details include parent/carer’s name, address, phone numbers, email address and emergency contact details. Please remember to contact the school if any of these details change.

Absence notification process

• Please remember to call the school on 3809 6222 or email at admin@brownsplainsss.eq.edu.au early in the morning if your child is going to be away or late for school so your child’s absence can be recorded correctly.

Same day notification

• Our school will contact parents as soon as practicable on the day if a student is not at school and we don’t know why.  If you are advised by the school that your child is away without a reason, please contact us as soon as possible by 3809 6222 to let us know where your child is. We will follow-up with parents if no response is received.

FINANCE NEWS

Payment Options Available:-

BPoint

Visit:-  www.bpoint.com.au/payments/dete  and complete steps CRN can be found at the bottom of your statement.

Eftpos

Finance Window open Wednesday and Thursday 8am -10.00am.

CONTACT DETAILS

It is important that your contact details are up to date. This can be overlooked sometimes but can be easily updated on our website.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Our Patch OSHC Holiday Program

Children’s Safety – StreetSmart

StreetSmarts is an education platform where you can learn more about road safety and help make a difference. It’s for everyone, because the truth is, no matter how good we think we are at using the roads, we can always get better at it.

https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au/parents/

Parentline: Support and advice for all Queensland parents and carers

Being a parent can be rewarding—but it can also be challenging. Whether you’re trying to support your child with school issues, friendship challenges, behaviour, or tough moments at home, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next.

Parentline is a free and confidential service available to all Queensland parents and carers. No problem is too big or too small—and reaching out early can make a real difference.

Parentline offers advice and support on a wide range of parenting topics, including:

• bullying and friendship issues
• parent–child relationships
• parenting strategies and behaviour management
• mental and emotional wellbeing—for both children and parents

You can speak with a trained professional by phone or webchat (6am-midnight), seven days a week.

An online bullying support forum is also available. This is a safe, moderated space to connect with others, ask questions, and share experiences.

📞 Call 1300 30 1300

💬 Visit parentline.com.au

Because parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but help is here when you need it.