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https://bellmeress.eq.edu.au/Ourschool/Contactus/Pages/FAQs.aspx

Dear Parents/Carers,

As we come to the close of another busy and productive term, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many achievements and efforts that have made Term 2 such a rewarding one for our school.

Throughout the term, our students have engaged in a wide range of learning experiences, embraced challenges, and shown great growth both academically and socially. Whether it was through classroom learning, excursions, special events, or extra-curricular activities, our students have consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to doing their best. Tomorrow, report cards will be sent home, and they provide a wonderful opportunity to celebrate not only the academic achievements but also the effort, resilience, and progress of each individual student. We encourage families to take time to read these reports together and recognise the hard work that has gone into the term.

I would also like to acknowledge and sincerely thank our dedicated staff for their tireless efforts. From classroom teachers to support staff, every member of our team has contributed to creating a supportive and engaging environment where students feel safe, challenged, and valued. The success of our students is a reflection of the care and commitment shown by our staff each and every day.

As we look ahead to Term 3, we look forward to the many exciting opportunities on the horizon, and welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for another great term at Bellmere State School.

Wishing all families a safe and restful holiday break.

Jamie Tactor

Principal

Happy Week 10 to our Bellmere Community,

What a busy term we have had! We look forward to ending this term on a positive note with a few key events left before we break for holidays. Thank you all for another wonderful term at Bellmere State School. I wish everyone safe holidays and look forward to seeing you all again when school resumes. 

Prep 2026

Please continue to schedule your child’s in catchment enrolment interview. These interviews are booked through SOBS, the online platform for all participation registration. Out of catchment enrolment communication will commence during Term 3 (approximately August to September). Current interview availability for in catchment enrolments:

Prep Exploration sessions commence after the school holidays on Wednesday 23 July. Please register your child’s attendance (through SOBS) at as many of the below sessions as possible. These are wonderful opportunities to begin your child’s familiarisation with the school environment and relevant staff members through participation in a range of activities including PE, Music, library and classroom-based experiences.

Enjoy your fortnight,

Candy Martin

Greetings to our Bellmere Community,

As we approach the end of Term Two, we have a number of exciting events and important dates to share with you.

Showcase Open Afternoon – Thursday, 26 June at 2:00 PM

Please mark your calendars for our Term 2 Showcase Open Afternoon on Thursday, 26 June from 2:15 PM. We warmly invite families and caregivers to visit classrooms and experience firsthand the wonderful learning your child/ren have achieved this term. It’s a special opportunity for students to proudly share their progress from the term. We look forward to welcoming many families on the day!

NAIDOC Assembly - Wednesday 16 July, 2:00 PM

We are excited to invite our school community to our NAIDOC Whole School Assembly on Wednesday of Week One. This special event celebrates the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Families are warmly welcomed to attend the assembly and enjoy a showcase of our students' creative work:

• Prep – Year 2 artwork will be displayed on the front fence
• Year 3 – Year 6 artwork will be showcased on the back fence near the basketball courts

Before the assembly, all students will enjoy a sausage sizzle, kindly organised by Chappy Cheryl.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Date Savers

1. Volunteer Induction Session – Tuesday, 23 July at 9:00 AM
2. Term 4 Parent Teacher Interviews – Monday, 13 October
3. Grandparents Day – Thursday, 24 October

Yours in Education,

Tanya Lyons

Greetings to our Bellmere Community,

Year 6 Camp

Last week, our Year 6 students embarked on an unforgettable adventure at Maroon Outdoor Education Centre. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Scenic Rim, the camp provided an incredible opportunity for students to step outside their comfort zones, build resilience, and strengthen connections with their peers.

Over 5 days, students took part in a variety of outdoor activities, including canoeing, high ropes, team-building challenges, and campfire gatherings. Each activity was designed to promote confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving—all while having lots of fun!

We were so proud to see our Year 6s rise to the challenge, support one another, and embrace every moment with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. The camp was not only a celebration of their leadership journey in primary school but also a chance to create lasting memories with their classmates.

A big thank you to our dedicated staff for guiding and encouraging students throughout the camp, and to the Maroon OEC team for creating such a safe and rewarding experience.

We know this experience will stay with our Year 6 students for years to come!

World of Maths

This term, students enjoyed a fun and interactive World of Maths incursion, filled with hands-on problem-solving activities and challenges.

Working in small groups, students explored maths through puzzles, logic games, and real-world scenarios. It was great to see so much enthusiasm, teamwork, and creative thinking on display.

The incursion showed that maths is more than just numbers—it’s about thinking, experimenting, and having fun. A big thank you to the World of Maths team for an exciting learning experience our students won’t soon forget!

It’s a wrap on Term 2!

As we approach the end of another rich and rewarding school term, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many moments—big and small—that have made this term so special.

Across our classrooms, learning has come to life in diverse and meaningful ways. Whether it’s been through engaging incursions, unforgettable excursions, or the excitement of camps, our students have been given so many opportunities to connect their learning with the wider world. These experiences not only deepen their understanding but also help build friendships, confidence, and resilience. We have enjoyed Athletics Carnivals, our ANZAC Day ceremony, celebrated important days on the education calendar, and celebrated success—no matter how big or small.

Of course, none of this would be possible without our incredible staff. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated teachers and support staff who go above and beyond every day to create safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environments. Their passion and commitment make a difference in the lives of our students and families.

To our parents and carers—thank you. Your support, encouragement, and partnership are sincerely appreciated. Whether you're helping with homework, attending school events, or simply checking in with your child each day, your involvement is a vital part of our community.

As we head into the holiday break, I hope your family finds time to rest, reconnect, and recharge. We look forward to welcoming our students back next term, ready for another exciting chapter of growth and learning.

Upcoming Noteworthy Dates This Fortnight (and into next term)

• Bellmere’s Got Talent Finals – Wednesday 25^th June from 2:00pm (parents welcome)
• Report cards sent home – Wednesday 25^th June
• Learning Showcase – Thursday 26^th June
• PJ Day (gold coin donation) – Friday 27^th June
• Day 1 of Term 3 – Monday 14^th July
• Whole School NAIDOC Assembly – Wednesday 16^th July from 2:10pm
• School Photos days – Thursday 17^th and Friday 18^th July
• 2026 Prep Exploration Session – Wednesday 23^rd July
• P-2 Assembly – Wednesday 23^rd July from 2:10pm
• District Athletics – Thursday 24^th and Friday 25^th July

Have a wonderful mid-year school holiday period. Looking forward to seeing everyone in the new term!

Until next term,

Terry Caudwell

STUDENT RESOURCE SCHEME PAYMENTS

Thank you to all parents who have made payments towards the Student Resource Scheme for 2025.

Payments can be made at anytime using the invoice BPoint link (amount can be changed to suit), via the QKR! App, direct deposit into the school bank account (BSB- 064-405  ACC – 10700604 using surname and SRS as reference) or by EFT in the office. If you made an instalment arrangement, the 3rd and final payment is due now.

We are happy to arrange alternative payment plans or Centrepay deductions if this method is not possible. Please email Sue Taylor, Business Manager, on stayl375@eq.edu.au or admin@bellmeress.eq.edu.au to arrange this. Students will be able to receive their resources once a payment has been made.

QPARENTS

QParents  links directly with One School, the program used by the school to store student information including personal details, absences, all report cards and finance information. Registration will need to be completed on a computer and then all further interactions can be done through the App on a phone or tablet. New parents will receive a QParents invitation code in the next week or two and current parents should already have received theirs previously. This link will guide you through the registration process. The fact sheet is provided for your information. If you cannot find your invitation email please send a request to admin@bellmeress.eq.edu and a new email will be sent to you. Your child’s EQ id is on the invoices we send you, directly below the address box at the top left of the invoice.

UNIFORM SHOP

The uniform shop will be open after school on Tuesday’s from 3:00-3.30pm.

However, QKR! ordering will remain the same and orders will still be delivered to your child’s class on Monday’s, Wednesday’s & Friday’s.

SIGN OUT PROCESS

We will continue the same sign out process for when children are leaving school early. Parents will need to come to the office, sign their children out on the iPad in the reception area. Parents will receive a printed slip which they will show the office staff who will let them through the office door. Parents will then go to the child’s classroom, give the printed slip to the teacher and collect the child. At break times the child will be called over the load speaker as it is difficult to locate the child during break times.

There will be a specialist timetable on the wall near the iPad so parents can see where their child is located in the school. Also, teachers will have a notice on their door to indicate where the class is. Eg STEM, MUSIC, PE, Library.

Steps to sign children out early:

1. Sign your child out on the ipad in the foyer.
2. Collect the printed sign out ticket.
3. Show the office staff the ticket, they will let you into the school.
4. Walk to your child’s classroom.
5. Give the printed ticket to the classroom teacher.
6. Collect your child and exit via the office administration.

It is very important that the school is notified of any student absences.  The Department of Education requires a reason for each and every absence.

The methods for advising absences are as follows:

By email - admin@bellmeress.eq.edu.au

By telephone - 5498 0666 - there is a dedicated absentee line where you can leave a message 24 hours per day.

Q Parents - if you have registered for the Q Parents app, you can advise absences this way.

Hello to our school community,

With the cold weather upon us I thought it was timely to remind everyone about our uniform policy and student dress code.  

Our uniform policy is navy blue jumper and navy blue pants if necessary (not footless tights).

Before it gets too cold, we encourage you to purchase winter items that are in the navy blue school colour from the local shops.  Best & Less and Big W both have a large supply of navy blue jumpers and pants.

Remember to name your child’s clothing because the amount of clothing that we have to recycle because it is un-named is enormous.

Un-named items in school colours are washed are recycled.  When possible (dependant on size and availability) they are given to students who either have no jumper or who have come to school in a non-uniform jumper.  

Importantly, we want to remind you that jeans and hoodies are not part of the school uniform and we ask that you support the uniform policy at Bellmere State School by not sending your child to school in non-uniform items.

Any un named, non-school items, that cannot be reunited with its owner will be sent to charity.

I thank you for your time and for helping us to promote pride and a powerful school identity and communicate a positive image of our school as a highly regarded community of learners.

Thank you.

Jamie Tactor

Principal 

Here at Bellmere we have several Food Support programs for our students and wider school community.

Breakfast Club (Munch!)

Currently held on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning from the hall kitchen. A selection of toast and fruit is available from 8:15 to 8:40am. This service is partly funded from the Dept of Communities and your generous donations. It is prepared by volunteers. This program could be expanded to further days with additional volunteers – have you considered volunteering at the school? Breakfast Club would love to have you!

Breakfast is also available for anyone who may need it on Tuesday/Thursday by teacher referral to the Junior Regulation Station – where sandwiches, fruit and cereal are available.

Healthy Snack! (Crunch!)

Our Crunch program is partly funded by the Queensland Education Food Program. A selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables is available for anyone who may need a healthy snack at snack time. Teachers can send students to the Junior Regulation Station to ask Chappy for a snack.

Lunch Program (Lunch!)

As the name suggests – any student who requires lunch can be supplied with a sandwich and healthy snack – this can be for a number a reason including – referral from teachers, Lost or stolen (our Ibis are quite clever at opening bags and lunchboxes!), left at home, or as part of a parent support plan organised though the office. The lunch program is an emergency or temporary arrangement and not designed to take away from expectation of supply from home.

****NEW ****Bellmere State School Community Tiny Pantry! (Extended Munch!)

The Bellmere State School Wellbeing Team is pleased to let the school community know that we now have a Tiny Pantry available for those who may need a helping hand!

The pantry will have a stock of non-perishable items and depending on donations and availability a limited supply of some fridge items. (Fridge items will be a ticket system to allow office staff to get items from the fridge.)

The Tiny pantry is located just inside the office door for convenience and safety - there is no need to see office staff. (Unless for fridge items) We respectfully ask that you would only take the items you need.

Items for this pantry are being partly supported by the Qld Education food program. Donations will be gratefully accepted for the pantry as well! Please make sure the items you donate are sealed and within use by date range. Donations can be left in the donation basket in the pantry.

Snappy Fun on World Crocodile Day! ? What a snappy, happy day we had celebrating World Crocodile Day!

The children loved our bridge-crossing game, where they had to figure out how to wait, take turns, who could cross when someone else was already on the bridge. Lots of thinking and teamwork! We also got creative and made our very own crocodiles, then went on a little adventure to spot some hiding in the swampy waters—there were giggles and gasps as we looked carefully! For fine motor fun, we did some crocodile tracing, and outside, everyone helped to paint a huge crocodile mural. It was amazing to see all the little hands working together to create one big crocodile masterpiece! Inside, we explored the dress-up area, got busy with free drawing, and solved some puzzles—lots of imagination and curiosity everywhere!

To finish our day, we shared the story "You Must Never Touch a Crocodile!"! What a fun-filled day of learning, playing, and discovering together!