15 October 2025

Principal Report

It has been wonderful to welcome our students, staff and families back through the school gates in week 1. 

Student Leadership

It has been an honour to be part of the recent leadership interviews and speeches as part of the selection process for our 2026 Student Leadership Team.  I want to commend students on their commitment to the process and the time and effort they have put into their interview preparation and speeches.

We will be announcing the 2026 Student Leaders at our upcoming Awards Evening. 

Attendance

School absenteeism and truancy can impact significantly on students' learning and wellbeing.

Research shows that in Queensland, higher student attendance is associated, on average, with higher student achievement. Additionally, attending school every day helps children to build social and emotional skills such as communication, teamwork and resilience.

Under the law, you must make sure your child is enrolled and attends school on all school days unless there is a reasonable excuse. 

We have unfortunately seen an increase in ‘unexplained absence’ in recent weeks.  If your child has been absent for school, please ensure you have contacted the school regarding the reason for absence.  Students with current unexplained absence, will receive a letter home from their respective Deputy requesting information regarding their absence.

Charleville SHS Tuckshop Project

In recently months, in partnership with the Charleville Hospital (Queensland Health) we have had 2 incredible dietician students working with our school to review our tuckshop menu.  During this time, they have introduced new recipes to the tuckshop and introduced new menu items. 

On Wednesday 8^th October, the students presented their findings and outcomes at our P&C Meeting.  A special mention must also go to Mrs Mel Doolan – our School Based Youth Health Nurse and Brittany Doneman – our Tuckshop Convenor, both played pivotal roles in the roll out of this project. 

We very much look forward to sharing a revised menu with the CSHS community soon.

Junior Secondary News

Junior Transition Update

The first Year 6 into Year 7 day will take place on Thursday, October 16^th, and event which the entire school community is eagerly anticipating. More than thirty students will attend from four primary schools and these students will be supported by our Junior Secondary student leaders.

• Students and transition staff are to be at the Hall from 8.45am for an 8.50am start.
• At the start of every session, CSHS teachers, Year 6 students and their teacher meet outside the Hall
• Year 6 students finish at 2.55pm and can be collected from the Hall. If students usually catch the bus from their school, they will be able to access the same bus from CSHS. They will be escorted by a member of CSHS staff to the bus.
• Year 6 students will be released from class 5 mins prior to other students.

JCE Update

As part of our Junior Certificate of Education for all Year 9 students, two significant events are happening in the next fortnight:

• On Wednesday, 15^th October, our year 9 students will set academic, effort and attendance goals for term 4 after analysing their reports from term 3. In education, this known as self-reported grades and the effect size of this is 1.33. This effect size indicates that self-reported grades have a significant impact on student achievement, making them a highly effective activity in schools. Already, we have seen significant improvement with students who have set their own goals. The research from Professor John Hattie has shown that encouraging students to set and reflect on their own goals fosters metacognition and deeper understanding, which are crucial for academic success.
• On Wednesday, 22^nd October, your young person will select subjects for Year 10 2026. Selecting subjects that we are interested in and that map to our future pathway is important in maintaining engagement and achieving academic success in school.

We are respectful – communicating with every member of our school community

Charleville SHS is a Positive Behaviour for Learning School and our focus for the last term has been one of our four W’s – we are respectful.

On Friday, October 10^th, I spoke to every junior class about the importance of speaking to each other, about each other and about ourselves respectfully and responsibly. This includes teachers, other members of staff and visitors to our school community.

At the beginning of term 4, some of our teaching staff have been referred to by names like “bro” or “mate”. Some of it has become targeted towards specific members of our teaching team and it is not appropriate or respectful.

There are three main ways that students can address staff:

• By name – Mr Smith, Miss Jones
• By title – sir or miss. That may sound old-fashioned, but it works
• By greeting – hello, good morning, not using name or title.

Of course, this works both ways – students and another other members of our school community will be addressed respectfully by every member of staff at school:

• By name – good morning John, excuse me Mary
• By surname

I welcome any communication to jscan28@eq.edu.au with any feedback or observations about this approach, promoting and reinforcing respectful communication in school and beyond the school gates.

Jarlath Scannell
Junior Deputy Principal

Senior School – Term 4 Welcome

Welcome back to Term 4! Our focus is finishing well, arriving every day in full uniform (school shirt and plain black bottoms), bringing the right equipment and clothing for lunchtime football and your classes, and treating each class like a workplace: on time, prepared and respectful.

We’re also emphasising positive language. “School talk” means courteous, professional language that helps everyone learn; “home talk” can be more casual—but it doesn’t belong in classrooms or on the school grounds.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep language respectful, build great habits, and set students up for success beyond school.

Year 10

Year 10 students are finalising their SET-P Plans and preparing for Week 5 exams. SET-P Planning helps students choose subjects that align with their strengths and pathways, reducing changes later that can impact QCE progress. Please encourage strong effort in class, steady revision at home, and smart choices around time management, sleep and device use. These habits matter now—and even more in senior school.

Year 11

Year 11 students are preparing for mock external exams, giving a realistic practice run and building confidence for 2026. Later this term we’ll begin Senior Jersey planning (design ideas, names and sizing) and brainstorm fundraising for next year.

We’re also seeking volunteers to support upcoming events:

• Year 12 Formal helpers (serving, clearing, can collection): a note will go home—please return it by the end of Week 6 so we can confirm rosters.
• Healthy Ageing Seniors Week High Tea: a note goes home this week—please return by Thursday 3:00 pm (Week 2).

Volunteering is a fantastic way to build leadership, teamwork and service.

Year 12

It’s nearly here—two school weeks to go, and about six weeks until the Formal and Graduation! Please continue completing all course and certificate requirements to secure your QCE and Graduation eligibility.

Key dates

• Formal: Wednesday 19 November – tickets on sale this week. Each graduate may purchase six guest tickets plus their own. All school fees must be paid in full prior to purchasing formal tickets. Please include any dietary requirements when purchasing.
• Graduation: Friday 21 November, 9:00 am in the school hall. Students must attend in full school uniform.

As momentum builds, safety and decision-making matter more than ever. Please look after yourselves and one another, keep routines steady, communicate respectfully, and ask for help early. We’re incredibly proud of what you’ve achieved—and excited for what’s ahead.

PPP – Senior School

PPP continues this term with a strong focus on certificates and real-world skills. Regular attendance ensures students complete required tasks and stay on track for QCE.

Year 10

• Finalising the Careers Education Short Course (contributes to QCE points).
• Respectful Relationships activities that build communication, help-seeking and leadership.

Years 11 & 12

• Progressing the Financial Services (FNS) Certificate—budgeting, saving, credit, debt, consumer rights and avoiding scams.
• Guest speakers will enrich learning with practical pathways and post-school advice.

Year 11

• Senior Jersey preparation and fundraising ideas for 2026.

Year 12

• Finalising Graduation and Formal preparation while completing certification requirements.

Thank you for your ongoing support—together we can make Term 4 a positive, productive finish for all our senior students.

Amiee Dolman

Senior Year Level Coordinator

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

Our focus continues: “We are respectful – speak respectfully to everyone, every lesson, every day.” As we settle back into routine, we’re reminding students that respectful language and behaviour create calm classrooms where everyone can succeed. That includes no abusive language, staying on task, and taking responsibility for learning so others can reach their potential. It’s another way of practising “school talk” (professional and courteous) instead of “home talk” (casual and sometimes unfiltered).

Rewards & Celebrations

• Senior Rewards Trip – Week 8 (Friday)
  Student choice activities; lunch provided for eligible students. Watch our updates for the final program.
• Junior Rewards Trip – Week 9 (Wednesday)
  Student choice activities; lunch provided for eligible students. Details released soon.
• PBL Auction – Week 8 (Friday)
  Students convert Starbucks + Live School points into Starbucks Dollars to bid on items such as:
  local business vouchers; arts/crafts packs; Senior Jersey discounts (Year 11 only); football/sport jerseys; fishing gear; sporting items; food items; and more.

Eligibility for rewards trips: green zone (0–1 majors) for the term, 100+ points across Starbucks/Live School, and consistent positive behaviour.

Thank you for supporting your child to meet these expectations.

PBL – Term 3 Rewards

Congratulations to all students who attended our Term 3 Rewards Day! It was brilliant to see so many of you fully engaged across a wide range of student-selected workshops and activities, including welding, fishing, volleyball, golf, paint-and-sip, arts & crafts, and VR experiences.

Throughout the day, students consistently demonstrated our 4Ws—We are Learners, Safe, Responsible and Respectful—by participating enthusiastically, following instructions, supporting peers, and representing Charleville SHS with pride.

Well done to everyone involved!

Bullying No Way Day

Live School Trial

This term we launched Live School—a simple, engaging way to recognise positive behaviour. Over 100 students have returned consent and are already earning points they can view in their Live School account, including which teacher awarded the points and why. Each point aligns to a specific school expectation (e.g., respectful language, being prepared), helping students see exactly what success looks like.

• Points contribute to Starbucks Dollars for the PBL Auction
• We can also track House points, making it easier to run friendly competitions and rewards
• Consent notes have been emailed and sent home; follow-up notes have also gone out

If you have questions or need another copy of the note, please contact Miss Amiee Dolman at adolm0@eq.edu.au. We’d love to see more students join the trial.

Amiee Dolman
PBL Coordinator

Shearing Camp

That's a wrap on another shearing camp for the year! Great to see some solid improvements in the shearing, and a big shoutout to Jamie for stepping up and helping to sharpen those wool handling skills.

Thanks to Warrego Park for hosting us—always appreciated!

Student Award

Congratulations to Quaide on receiving a Young, Black and Proud Scholarship for his sporting achievements. Thank you, Miss Dolman, for your support. 

Our Young, Black & Proud Scholarship (YBPS) program celebrates the talents and strengths of our young mob who want to get further in sport, the arts or achieving academically (school, Uni or TAFE).

Thanks to our sponsors Queensland Family & Child Commission who have $2000, $5000 and $10,000 scholarships to give away.

Sport

SW Regional Softball 13-19yrs

Congratulations to Harper, Logann, Pippa, Riley and Brydie for being selected in the South West Regional 13-19yrs Softball Team. The girls will represent the region in early 2026. Awesome effort and best of luck at these trials next year!!!

Qld Murri Carnival

During last school holidays, five students participated in the QMC (Queensland Murri Carnival) at Brendale, Brisbane.

Under 16s Latrell, Quaide, Deston.

Under 14s Luis & Max.

Latrell, Deston, Luis and Max played for Maranoa Murdies, while Quaide played for Country Brothers.

SW Basketball Trials

Darcy and Logann both represented Charleville & District and were both successful in trials.

They will both be in the South West Regional basketball team in March 2026.

All Schools Touch Football

Our Charleville State High School students performed incredibly well at the 2025 Gold Coast Titans All Schools touch football carnival taking out 3 from 6 games against some much bigger schools. The students have been training and playing together since early March and their determination and willingness to turn up for one another during the carnival was on full display.

Charleville SHS 6 def Holland Park SHS 2
Charleville SHS 7 def Macgregor SHS 5
Tagai State College 5 def Charleville SHS 3
Aquinas College 11 def Charleville SHS 4
Bribie Island SHS 5 def Charleville SHS 2
Charleville SHS 7 def Laidley SHS 3

P&C Mango Drive

Charleville State High School GP Clinic

We know how important it is to support our students’ physical and mental health, which is why our school is proud to be participating in the GPs in State Schools Program.

Dr Katie Chang and Dr Paul Chang joined the program at Charleville State High School in 2023. Students can see our GP’s for any physical, mental, or sexual and reproductive health concerns. Our school’s GP clinic is open every Tuesday during term time between 8.30am and 2.30pm.

Students are encouraged to talk to School Administration staff or Acacia Country Practice for more information.

To make an appointment:

• Go to acaciacp.com.au and book online through Hot Docs link
• Phone Clinic on 4599 7658
• Phone School Office on 4656 8888
• Email admin@charlevilleshs.eq.edu.au or
• Do a walk-in on the day.

Charleville State High School P&C Association

CSHS P&C Executive:

President – Tegan Russell
Vice President – Jackie Latchman
Secretary – Tamara Heinemann
Treasurer – Shane Horrocks

Notice of next P&C Meeting

A reminder text will be sent to all families when meetings are scheduled. The P&C General Meetings are held at 5.30pm in the Administration building – new members are very welcome!

Uniform Shop

Uniform items can be purchased from the School Uniform Shop.  The Uniform Price list can be found on the school website by clicking on the following link:

Canteen Menu

The Canteen Menu can be found on the school website by clicking on the following link:

P&C’s QLD

If you would like any general information about P&C Associations, please go to: