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Week 6
Monday 18th-Friday 22nd - Book Week
Wednesday 20th August - Year 9, 10 & 12 Shake & Stir Incursion, P&C Meeting
Thursday 21st August - Inter-school Netball Competition
Friday 22nd August - Hummingbird House Crazy Hat Fundraiser, Senior Leadership Application Speech Writing Workshop Leadership
Sunday 24th August - Tournament of the Minds Competition
Week 7
Tuesday 26th August - Year 9 Deadly Choices Program, IEC Sailability Excursion
Wednesday 27th August - Year 11 Camp
Thursday 28th August - Year 11 Camp
Friday 29th August - Year 11 Camp, Year 9 JET Plan Interviews, Year 12 RAAP Program, SHEP Instrumental Music Excursion
Saturday 30th August-Sunday 31st August - SHEP Instrumental Music Excursion
Week 8
Monday 1st September - 2026 School Captain Speeches & Voting
Tuesday 2nd September - Year 9 Deadly Choices Program, Year 10 SET Plan Interviews, Newsletter due out
Wednesday 3rd September - Senior School Parade, 2026 School Captain Interviews, Proserpine State School Year 6 Transition Visit
Thursday 4th September - NQ Athletics Trials
Friday 5th September - Student Free Day
Peter Doherty Awards
A massive congratulations to our Science Technician Hilary Maloney who received an Outstanding STEM Support Officer Award at the Peter Doherty Awards Ceremony at the Queensland University of Technology last week.
Hilary's success in receiving the award is a reflection of her commitment to STEM education at Proserpine State High School. Hilary's contributions act as a catalyst to inspiring our students’ interest in STEM and enhancing their education.
Well done Hilary and thank you for your dedication to our students!
JET and SET Planning
Two important events for our Year 9 and Year 10 students are fast approaching - the Year 9 Success Into Senior (JET Planning) and Year 10 SET Planning sessions.
These meetings are student-centred and designed to promote a smooth transition from Junior to Senior School. With the configuration of the senior curriculum, it’s important that decisions regarding subject choices are well-informed.
The foundation set in Year 10 will be crucial for selecting the right subjects in Year 11, leading to greater student success as students transition from school.
Our Year 10 SET Plan meetings are a key point of communication between students, parents/caregivers, and our school. These meetings assist in selecting successful pathways for Years 11 and 12, and explore additional options such as external courses, TAFE, and School-Based Traineeships and Apprenticeships.
Bookings are now open via SOBS by clicking the following link.
Important Dates:
Year 9 JET Plan Interviews: Friday 29th August
Year 10 SET Plan Interviews: Tuesday 2nd September
Helping your child succeed at high school
It is also timely to emphasise with students the upcoming demands for the assessment period for Semester 2. I urge families to be aware of your child’s study plan and assist them in managing their study time effectively.
Please familiarise yourself with your child’s study and assessment commitments. All students at Proserpine State High School have access to a semester study planner that details their core learning and assessment requirements. These semester overviews are individualised for your child and are available via the QParents app.
Your child should have a clear study plan that allocates time for homework, assignments, and regular revision for each subject. These plans should also consider extra-curricular and personal commitments to maintain a balanced lifestyle, which is essential for maximising achievement.
If you need further advice regarding the end-of-year assessment schedule, please contact our school. An appropriate school representative will be in touch to assist.
Term 3 Activities
Our students continue to engage in an array of pursuits. National Science Week activities were held last week with a variety for our students to engage in. Whitsunday Athletics Trials allowed our students to shine - with several students gaining selection to North Queensland Athletics Trials and our Year 7 student Shailee Mewah once again breaking long standing records on the day. We also recognised Bullying No Way! Day with Care Group activities and a friendly social game of touch football at lunchtime. This week is Book Week and today our staff and students dressed up in costume in-line with the theme ‘Book an Adventure’.
On Friday we have our annual Hummingbird House Crazy Hat Fundraiser, which is lead by our Senior Student Council, raising all important funds for specialised care of young people with a life-limiting condition, helping them make every moment precious when life is short. The Student Council will be taking donations and selling hot chips and drinks in the Quadrangle to raise funds for a charity that holds deep significance for our school community.
Interschool Debating
Congratulations to all of our junior and senior students who competed in the second round of the Inter-school Debating Competition last Tuesday. You all did a fantastic job representing our school. Special congratulations to the teams who made it to the finals. Thank you to Ms Foot, Miss Whish and our staff for coordinating this great event for our local youth.
Year 11 Leadership
We wish all our aspiring student leaders the best of luck as they prepare for upcoming nomination and election processes for the 2026 leadership roles. Heading into Year 11 Leadership Camp will provide some further reflection in the final weeks before the final process commences. Well done to you all!
| Tiarne Watson | Mitsuki Jaremus | Zepp Henry |
| William Marshall | Ethan Papas | Abby Coghlan |
| Dylan Reynolds | Dihansa Wijethunga | Mackenzie Cantamessa |
| Hayley Hauber Six | Josephine Watson | Charli Young |
| Cooper Parry | Daphne Wood | Madison Davie |
| Millieson Groom | Mia Matthews | May Thompson |
| Jayla Glindeman | Cassius McLeod | Warwick Marshall |
| Abbie Hausler | Miley Thompson | Macy Werner |
Seagrass Theatre and Music Company
A special round of applause goes out to our Seagrass Theatre and Music Company students, who truly entertained the audience with their remarkable stage performances on Friday night. Their singing, dancing and musical talents captivated everyone in attendance and made the evening unforgettable. This event was more than just a performance, it was a showcase of the immense talent at Proserpine State High School. The outstanding performances highlighted the dedication, creativity, and hard work of our students who have a passion for The Arts.
It is important to note that our Seagrass Theatre and Music Company is student led – meaning that our students directed, produced, choreographed, and everything else behind the scenes. Outstanding leadership!
Tournament of Minds - Good luck!
Good luck to our junior students who will be competing in Bowen this weekend at the Tournament of the Minds Competition. Our students have been dedicating their time at lunch breaks perfecting their routines in the lead up to the event. Thank you to our Teacher Carol McCormack for mentoring our students through their preparations.
Students of all ages engage in Science Week
Science Week 2025 was a huge success!
Students enjoyed a jam-packed week of activities celebrating this year’s theme, Decoding the Universe. The excitement kicked off with a livestream of the StreetSmart Science presentation—our prize for Lab Technician Mrs Maloney’s clever second-place finish in their clue-solving competition. Presenters wowed us with quantum physics puzzles and dramatic liquid nitrogen demonstrations.
Tuesday saw a Care Group trivia challenge introduced, and on Wednesday, students created their own take-home holograms and tackled lightbox challenges set by Mrs Bartlett and Mr Prior. Thursday brought a chemical escape room full of hidden clues unlocked through fascinating reactions.
The week ended with a full-day STEM incursion for our Year 10 Chemistry students, who investigated which soft drink is the worst for our teeth. After learning that pH 5.5 is the critical threshold, they found all tested drinks fell well below it, then honed their titration skills to measure acid concentrations. These students will now have the opportunity to extend their learning into Term 4 and 2026 with Mrs Hardcastle in preparation for an inter-school titration competition. We will be sure to keep you posted on their success.
A huge thank you to Ms Shields, Mrs Bartlett, Mrs Maloney, and Miss Hardcastle for making Science Week an unforgettable experience.
WW2 Commemorative Convoy stops in on delivery
Proserpine State High School students were treated to history coming to life with a special World War II Commemorative Convoy stopping at the school last week. The commemorative convoy was led by Rockhampton Returned Services League members who are travelling to Townsville to commemorate the Victory Pacific 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and remember all who served in the Australian Military during that difficult time.
Dressing in Australian WWII period uniforms and driving authentically restored WWII trucks, jeeps and motorcycles, the gentlemen also have the special task of delivering an Official Commemorative Message to the Mayor of Townsville.
Rockhampton RSL VP80 Convoy Organiser, David Bell, said the aim of the school visit was to preserve and increase awareness about Australian wartime heritage and the experiences of service personnel during that era.
The remarkable collection of items included a 1941 Oldsmobile sedan, 1943 Willys Jeep and trailer, a Ford Army Jeep, motorcycles, weapons and more.
Save the date! Year 12 end of year celebrations
Welcome our exchange student Sara!
This year we are excited to welcome Sara Glutz as an exchange student at our school. Sara has travelled from Switzerland to live and study in the Whitsundays for the next year. Read below how she has settled in so far.
Learning brought to life for Legal Studies students
Our Year 10 Legal Studies students recently had the valuable opportunity to visit the Mackay District Courthouse, gaining first-hand insight into Queensland’s legal system in action.
Students observed real court proceedings, and explored the roles of the judge, lawyers, and court staff. The visit brought classroom learning to life, deepening their understanding of court procedures, trial processes, and the importance of justice in our community.
Our Year 12 Legal Studies students recently participated in a live webinar from the Parliamentary Education Office in Canberra on the topic of Power and the People: Australia’s Constitution. This was an opportunity for our students to engage in meaningful discussions and information sharing from Parliament House, directly relating to their current unit of work covering governance in Australia.
Students reflected later that although they already knew some of the information shared by the Parliamentary Education Officer, it was an opportunity to refresh their memory and relate it to the current Parliament, and reflect on issues relating to governance that are both relevant to them at this stage of their lives and their senior studies, and also when they move into the adult working world next year.
Year 12s shine in final assessments this term
Hospitality
Drama
A little goes a long way when recycling
New records at Whitsunday Athletics Trial
The Whitsunday Athletics Trial was completed at Proserpine State High School last Thursday 14th August. There were many excellent performances on the day highlighted by middle distance students, Shailee Mewha and Peppa Geisel breaking both the 800m and 1500m records in their age groups. Shailee set a new 13-Years Girls 800m record of two minutes 27.74 seconds and a 1500m record of four minutes 56.12seconds, becoming the first female to break the five minute mark at a Whitsunday trial. Peppa ran two minutes 29.20 seconds for the 800m record and then five minutes 05.14 seconds in the 15-Years Girls 1500m to claim her second record of the day.
Many Proserpine students finished first or second qualifiers in their events making them eligible for the North Queensland Athletics Trials in Townsville on Thursday 3rd September. Students need to collect forms from Mr Cox in SLC Staffroom and return to our Administration Office with payment by this Friday 22nd August. Any students wanting to train for their event are welcome to see Mr Cox to organise a day and time.
NQ Sport Representation
Congratulations to siblings Blaire and Bella Kellner who recently made Northern selection. Bella trialled for rugby league and received great feedback at her trials showing great skills and playing hard. Being just her third season playing league, Bella is showing great potential and is training in Townsville in the lead up to the championships in September. Well done Bella!
Blaire was selected for rugby union and competed at the State Championships at the end of July at Nudgee College. There he competed over four days going up against teams from across the state. Well done Blaire!
Congratulations to our Year 9 student Nick Philipson who recently represented our region for Futsal. Nick made the Northern team and will compete in October. Well done Nick!
Cooper receives Silver Duke of Edinborough Award
Our Year 10 student Cooper Parry has successfully attained the prestigious Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award. This achievement is a testament to his hard work, determination, and commitment to personal development as part of the Australian Air Force Cadets 110 SQN Whitsunday.
The Duke of Edinburgh Awrd is a renowned program that challenges young people to develop skills, engage in physical activities, volunteer in their communities, and embark on adventurous expeditions. Cooper has gone above and beyond in each of these areas, showcasing not only his leadership and resilience but also a genuine passion for personal growth.
Keep shining, Cooper! We can’t wait to see what you achieve next!
Tom set to ride on the big stage
Congratulations to our Year 12 student Tom O'Neill who has been selected to represent Queensland at the International MXGP in Darwin next month.
Tom recently placed fourth at the Sunshine State MX Championships in the MX2 category and will compete in the MX3 class for 14-18-year-olds.
It is the first time the international event has come to Australia since 2001 and Tom will compete against riders from across Australia at the Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex. Well done Tom!
Seagrass impress at major events
Our Seagrass Theatre and Music Company students wowed the crowd at the Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor's Charity Ball last month. Our students performed the musical masterpiece “One Day More” from Les Misérables on stage at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. Well done to you all on a terrific showcase! Thank you, Miss Williams, for chaperoning our students at the event!
Our Seagrass students also wowed audiences on Friday night at their annual Musical Theatre Night showcase. Below are two excepts from our Year 12 students and company Presidents Hayden Hudak and Dominik James-Johnson.
Performing as part of Proserpine State High School's Seagrass Theatre and Music Company for the past five years has been the most rewarding part of my high school experience. Getting the opportunity to further dig my nails into the “behind the scenes” of it all has been an experience that I have thoroughly enjoyed. Watching previous Seagrass committees work through both the ups and downs of such a large responsibility inspired me to do the same, allowing me to place my influence into the company as it continues to evolve.
I have learnt so much about working as a collective, as being Co-President of such a challenging project has developed my passion for the Performing Arts. I’ve been a part of the company's journey since its inception, and the people that make it all happen—the performers, the volunteers, and the staff—are all my biggest supporters and closest friends.
My fellow graduating seniors and I will be sad to leave it behind as many of us move off into careers in the Performing Arts. We are forever grateful to this school for the possibilities we’ve been able to explore. Thank you to everyone who supports our shows both behind the scenes and in the audience; and thank you so much for such an amazing experience!
- Written by Dominik James-Johnson
Our school's Seagrass Theatre and Music Company has become one of my main outlets to perform and express myself since 2021. This year, Seagrass has given me a new perspective on what is required for an amazing show to be delivered. The amount of effort from the directors, producers, vice presidents and presidents has astounded me, and it has helped inspire some of our Year 11 students to take up roles next year.
It was such an amazing experience performing at the Mayor’s Charity Ball and the Great Barrier Reef Festival to help promote our Musical Theatre Night. The teamwork it took to put on this show was astounding, as people were coming in before school, during lunch breaks, and even on some weekends to prepare and rehearse. We appreciate everyone who lets us showcase our talent, as we as a company are continuing to put ourselves out there.
- Written by Hayden Hudak
Junior and Senior Debaters represent at comp
Last week, our talented debaters represented our school with confidence and skill in our local Inter-school Debating Competition against Bowen State High School and St Catherine’s Catholic College. All our junior and senior teams presented well-structured arguments, quick thinking, and persuasive delivery on challenging topics. The event was a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their public speaking abilities and engage in critical thinking, while also building connections with neighbouring schools. A special congratulations to our Seniors – Allegra Bradley, Macy Werner and Thalia Foster who made the finals against Bowen State High School, and to our Juniors - Jasper Korosec, Yesha Trazo and Miller Connolly who made the junior finals against St Catherine’s.
Congratulations to all participants for their dedication and teamwork – you did us proud. We are looking forward to our next competition to be held in Bowen in Week 10.
Inclusivity Week coming up
Juniors receive bronze for outstanding artwork
We were very proud to have our first Junior ATSIAP Team compete this year. Our students Savanna Allan, Stefany Allan, Jaxon Poid and Kalianna McAvoy entered and have been busy preparing in the lead up to the competition in Townsville last week.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aspirations Program (ATSIAP) is an initiative for high-achieving secondary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Queensland state schools. ATSIAP builds upon students' critical and creative thinking skills by providing opportunities to investigate solutions for real-world challenges. ATSIAP aims to raise students' expectations of themselves as learners and enhance post-school aspirations to include tertiary pathways.
Each team member contributed to each challenge and continued to grow in confidence with each of their roles. Overall, our team placed third in the artwork division for their picture called 'The Seedling' and were presented with bronze medallions on the day, with Jaxon unfortunately away due to illness.
I would like to thank our parents for taking the time to drive their child to Townsville. Thank you also to the staff at James Cook University for showing our students around their indigenous facilities. Thank you to North Queensland CEC Regional Consultant Aunty Joan and Kim Mitchell from the Administration Office First Nation Team for organising the event.
Hands-on, solution-focused program set to launch
We are excited to announce that our first session of the six-week, award-winning intervention program RAGE began this term. Re-Navigating Angry and Guilty Emotions (RAGE) is a strength-based, solution-focused program targeting adolescents between 11-17 years of age with many positive, long-term outcomes including behavioural and academic success. It is a hands-on, practical program which helps participants gain insight into their emotions, choices and consequences.
We are inviting parents to contact the facilitator, Mrs. Jahsmyn Martin via email at jmart662@eq.edu.au, if they would like further information, or to discuss the possibility of their child joining the next intake.
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Upcoming webinar - Digital Media Literacy & Safety (Part III)
This exclusive, one-off event is fast approaching and provides insights from two of Australia’s leading experts, Susan McLean and Dr Michael Carr-Gregg.
They will cover how to empower young people to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
WEBINAR: Digital Media Literacy & Safety (Part III)
DATE: Tuesday, 2 September 2025
TIME: 7:30 pm
Please note: Participants MUST REGISTER PRIOR to the commencement of the webinar to gain access.
2025 Athletics Carnival Sun Smart Points
Congratulations to all those who were Sun Smart at our Athletics Carnival. As the Mackay Health District, we, unfortunately have one of the highest melanoma statistics in QLD… nothing to be proud of as we can prevent melanoma by being Sun Smart by SLIPPING on a Shirt, SLOPPING on some Sunscreen, SLAPPING on a Hat, SLIDDING on some Sunglasses and Seeking Shade.
Points were close at the Athletics Carnival, with Care Group results listed below:
4th Place on 39 Points Kennedy 8 and Flinders 3 and Flinders 7
3rd Place on 41 Points Kennedy 6 and Cook 2
2nd Place on 47 Points Oxley 6
1st Place on 75 Points Oxley 5
The overall winner of the Sun Smart Care Group Shield will be announced at a later date.
Calling local business and community groups!
Join us at our upcoming Mental Health Week 'Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy Lifestyle Expo' on Friday 17th October.
This is an inspiring event for our studnets as they speak with health and wellness experts about support services and opportunities available to them in our community.
If you're a local business or community group, or you know of one who would like to be part of our event, please contact our school Guidance Officer Mrs Karen O'Keefe - kokee33@eq.edu.au to secure your spot.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Canteen volunteers needed
All welcome at P&C Association Meeting
All are welcome at our P&C Annual General Meeting at 6:00pm tomorrow Wednesday 20th August in our Administration Office Conference Room.
Student Free Day coming up
What year did you graduate? 2005
Where did life take you after you graduated? I knew early on I wanted to travel and be paid to do so. That dream took me to the Middle East 14 years ago, where I joined Etihad Airways and flew for eight or more incredible years. It was an experience that took me all over the world, allowed me to meet people from every corner of the globe, and truly expanded my perspective. From there, I transitioned into the world of private aviation for VVIP’s.
Best experience since graduating at Proserpine State High School? Flying around the world with Etihad Airways will always be a core highlight—it opened up the world to me. Working with dignitaries in the UAE and starting my own business have also been huge milestones for me. But honestly, the best experience has been creating a life that blends career, travel, family, and purpose in ways I could never have imagined back in high school.
Proserpine Youth Space August Program
Whitsunday Athletics Coaching
United Nations Youth Representative Competition
Become Australia's next Youth Representative to the United Nations for 2026! The Australian Youth Representative to the United Nations is a volunteer position within UN Youth Australia, tasked with representing young people within Australia in domestic and international spheres. It is annually appointed in partnership with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. To apply, click the following link.
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Year 12 Accounting positions available
Whitsunday Regional Council student competition
To encourage student involvement - we are calling on student’s creative spark to help us develop a future arts trail within public spaces, such as the Foreshore, Main Street or future Airlie Creek pedestrian pathway. Consider artworks that promote Airlie Beach - like murals, sculpture, unique habitat / landscaping design, or interpretive signage that might describe and connect people to our culture, natural ecosystem or history.
Students can complete an application form during the consultation period and submit for their chance to win a $50 voucher for the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. Submit via email to yoursay@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au or in person at Library and Customer Service Centres.
For more information email yoursay@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au.
Register now for Teach Queensland Live Chats
The Department of Education’s Teach Queensland team is hosting an online information session for secondary students who are interested in finding out about the rewarding personal and professional opportunities a teaching career can provide.
Learn about teaching as a career: Advice for high school students
Wednesday 20 August | 12 pm to 1 pm | Online
Secondary students (and their parents/carers) can join this online session. Learn more about teaching as a career and register to attend the Live Chat on the Teach Queensland website.
Child Protection Week Colour Run Event
Australian Government mobile service centre
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Parading Friday nights 1830 - 2200 hrs
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