Excellence in Learning

Academic excellence remains a core value at NDSHS. We recently honoured our top achievers from Years 7–12 at a special Academic Morning Tea, catered by our talented hospitality students. It was inspiring to hear these students share their habits of success and reflect on their learning journeys.

Musical

Noosa High Musicals are known for their outstanding stage productions and this year has been no different as our students and staff took centre stage with our musical, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Featuring 150 students from Years 5–12, the production was a joyful celebration of talent, teamwork, and school spirit. We couldn’t be prouder of the staff and students who brought this magical show to life. What an incredible production!

Careers and Pathways Expo

Our recent Pathways and Careers Expo showcased the diverse opportunities available to students, highlighting the flexibility and innovation of our flagship programs. We’re grateful to our local industry and tertiary education partners whose support helps us offer some of the most dynamic subject choices and flexible pathways on the coast. Student pathways are in great hands at NDSHS!

Interschool Sports

Our Year 7 and 8 Interschool sports teams took the fields and courts last week and shared some outstanding success representing our school the highest standard in round 1. We look forward to the next round of competition and congratulate all students who are involved and thank our wonderful staff for supporting teams.

Well done to our athletes who competed in the District Athletics competition this week – we cannot wait to share the success stories!

Just as energy, enthusiasm and persistence alter all things, as does continued and focussed effort. As we continue through the term, it is important our students keep up the hard work in the classroom and maintain their energy on the end of unit assessment. When reflecting on learning, we use the 5 questions for students to get feedback on learning and these are very helpful for parents as well.

Class of 2025 – Year 12 final semester

Our Year 12 students are an outstanding group of young people who make an amazing contribution to our school and wider community every day. The qualities of this group reflect the values of our school, entire community and their families; and we have seen them grow and develop into a close group of students who have a strong sense of service, connection and commitment to make a difference in the world. As a very special group of young people facing their final semester, I know they will finish strongly and each and every one of us are behind these students to do the best they can. We look forward to the Senior Formal as a key occasion of this final semester scheduled Thursday 18^th September at the School Hall and welcome our entire community to line Tulip St and celebrate student arrivals which will be a showcase for our community. Good luck to our Year 12’s in their final units of study at NDSHS. We know they will do themselves, their families and the school proud.

Student Leadership

The selection of our student leaders for 2026 is about to commence.  Our student leaders are custodians of our student voice, culture and have an important role in our school community as they build on the legacy of those before them. I have been particularly impressed with our student leadership group from years 7-12 this year and have great confidence that we will find a strong group of student leaders to build on the successes of this year for 2026.  Our future at Noosa is in great hands.

Stay connected by visiting the school website, following us on Facebook and Instagram, and if you haven’t already signed up for QParents, please do so, and you will have a wealth of information about your child at your fingertips.

Kind regards

Ms Wilmore

Principal

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the term, but time flies when you’re part of something extraordinary! 

At our Junior Secondary campus, we don’t just teach, we cultivate a one-of-a-kind learning environment where every student is empowered to succeed. Our approach is built on strong relationships, tailored support, and a deep belief in the potential of every learner. 

Each week, students engage in FLYING Wellbeing lessons, where they learn practical strategies to regulate emotions and prepare themselves for learning. Every student has a Ready to Learn Plan, personally developed to identify what works best for them. These plans are more than just documents, they’re roadmaps to success. Why not ask your child what strategies help them thrive in the classroom? 

We’re also proud to see students ‘Planning for Excellence’, a reflective process where they review their progress, set meaningful goals, and take ownership of their learning journey. It’s inspiring to watch them aim high and grow with purpose. 

As part of our annual improvement plan, our dedicated teachers are working hard to ensure every student is exposed to A-level thinking across all subjects. By now, students should be well aware of their assessments, how they’ll be marked, and where to find support. If you’re unsure about your child’s upcoming assessments, please reach out to their classroom teacher. 

Last week, our campus buzzed with energy as around 120 Year 7 and 8 students represented us in interschool sports, competing in basketball, netball, touch football, soccer, and volleyball. A huge thank you to all students, staff, and families who made this day a success. Coordinating such an event is no small feat, and your support is deeply appreciated. 

Our campus isn’t just a place to learn, it’s a place to grow, connect, and soar. Thank you for being part of this journey. 

Kind regards,

Josh Cleary

Head of Campus

Uniform Update – Mid Term 3

Uniform and school pride – keeping standards strong through Term 3
At Noosa District State High School, we continue to take pride in the way our students present themselves. Our uniform reflects the high standards, unity, and respect that are central to our school culture.

As we move through the second half of Term 3 and the cooler mornings persist, we remind families that only approved school jumpers and jackets are to be worn. This helps maintain consistency and supports the pride we take in our school image.

We also remind families that formal uniform is to be worn every Monday, setting a strong and united tone for the week ahead.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our uniform expectations and for helping us maintain a sense of pride and belonging across our school communit

QParents Update – Consent Manager Trial Continues

Semester 2 Trial: Consent Manager in QParents
Noosa District SHS is continuing the Semester 2 trial of the Consent Manager feature in QParents, part of our commitment to improving communication and permission processes.

This digital tool allows parents and carers to provide consent for school activities—such as excursions, media releases, and curriculum events—directly through the QParents app.

We’ve seen strong engagement so far, especially for more recent excursions like intercschool sport. Thank you to all families who have embraced this new platform.

As we head toward the end of Term 3, we encourage all families to ensure their QParents account is active and up to date so they’re ready to respond to upcoming permissions quickly and easily.

If you need help accessing or setting up your QParents account, please contact the school office. We appreciate your partnership as we trial this system designed to support families, improve efficiency, and enhance school-home communication.

Kind regards

Sarah Thornley

Lee Merrett

Nic Banks

Catherine Seaniger

We encourage all families to register for QParents, a secure and convenient online platform that provides easy access to your child’s school information at Noosa District SHS.

QParents allows you to stay connected with our school and manage key aspects of your child’s education from your computer or mobile device. The web and mobile app offers a simple and efficient way to interact with the school.

Once registered, parents and carers can access:

• Attendance and absence records, with the ability to notify the school of absences
• Academic report cards
• Class timetables
• Unpaid invoices, payment history, and online payment options
• Student details, including medical information and address updates
• Enrolment information
• Excursion information and consent forms
• Online third-party consent forms
• High-risk activity consent forms

To access your QParents account, visit https://qparents.qld.edu.au/#/login and log in with your email address and password. You can also download the QParents app from the App Store or Google Play.

If you need any assistance with QParents, please email us at ndshs@noosadistrictshs.eq.edu.au or visit the QParents Help page: https://qparents.qld.edu.au/#/help

Thank you for your ongoing support in embracing this valuable tool to stay informed and engaged in your child’s education

Year 12 Report

We’re excited to announce the 2025 Masked Formal will take place on Wednesday 18th September. Students are invited to arrive from 5:30pm for a 6:00pm entry, with the evening concluding at 9:30pm. Tickets are $65 and available to students only, so don’t miss this memorable night of celebration!  

Looking ahead this term students are focusing their studies on external assessments. Week 10 is significant with Mock Exams from Monday to Wednesday. Timetables will be distributed shortly—please ensure you're prepared. 

Planning for a smooth and special Term 4 is underway. Lessons will run as normal during Weeks 1–3. Mark your calendars for a special Year 12 Thank You morning tea on Friday 24th October where students are welcome to invite one special person who has been integral to their schooling success. 

Block Exams begin in Week 4 and conclude on Tuesday of Week 7. We’ll round out the year with the Celebration of Excellence on Wednesday 19th November, followed by Graduation on Friday 21st November. Stay focused, keep your eye on the prize — exciting times ahead! 

Michelle Budd

Year 11 Report

Greetings Year 11s and families and welcome to the half way point of the term! The weeks are certainly flying by and before we know it Term 4 will be here and the class of 2026 will commence Year 12 work. Before that happens though, there are a number of key events that should be acknowledged.

Firstly, our wonderful musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory graced the stage for the last time on Saturday the 9^th of August. It was an incredible production, driven by the creative vision and dedication of Ms Sharon Harris and Ms Louize Lyle. A number of our talented year 11s were cast in lead roles, and even more put their hands up for the dance chorus and the result could not have been more spectacular. It was a reminder about the creative abilities of our students and the wonderful job done by the Performing Arts team here at Noosa District State High School. You make our school community so proud!

The second major event underway currently is student leadership applications for the class of 2026. Positions available include school captain, vice-captain, student council executive, cultural captains and sports captains. The response from Year 11 students has, expectedly, been outstanding. Nomination forms are due back to the senior leadership team by the end of week 6, and in week 7 we’ll sit down and shortlist our applicants before leadership interviews and speeches take place. Our new student executive leadership team will be announced at Celebration of Excellence at the end of the term.

Finally, this week is Bullying No Way Week, a national week of action that allows students to take a stand against bullying in all its forms. Our Year 11 student leaders have lead this initiative and it will culminate on Friday with a pledge to take a stand against bullying at Noosa District State High School. I’m proud of the hard work and enthusiasm demonstrated by our leaders around this event, and I can’t wait to share many more positive opportunities with them as we head towards their all important final year of schooling. Keep up the great work Class of 2026

Jacob Boulden

Year 10 Report

Keegan Green

Year 9 Report

Hello everyone,

A big congratulations to all our Year 9 students who took part in the recent musical production—both on stage and behind the scenes. Your hard work and dedication were clear for all to see, and the success of the show truly reflected a whole-school effort, with each year level playing an important role.

As we reach the halfway point of another busy term, it’s a good time to remind students of the key foundations for success at school:

Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be an Active Learner.

Uniform standards have generally been excellent—thank you! However, as we move through the final weeks of winter, it’s important to ensure that students are wearing the correct school jumper and appropriate footwear. Non-uniform or unsafe shoes may prevent students from participating in practical subjects that require protective leather footwear. If there are any uniform concerns, please see me in B block or Gaylene in T11.

Assessment season is fast approaching, with many subjects having both midterm and end-of-term tasks. My advice to students and families: start early. Beginning assignments as soon as they are issued allows time for thoughtful drafting and helps avoid the pressure of last-minute workloads.

Wishing everyone a productive and enjoyable remainder of the term.

Bernard Weekes

Year 7 & 8 Report

We’re only halfway through Term 3 and we already have several things to celebrate.

Last week’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory production was a spectacular success! Congratulations to our talented Year 7s and 8s for helping bringing Roald Dahl’s magical world to life — the performances were nothing short of amazing.

We’re also celebrating the incredible achievement of 120 of our students who represented Noosa District in Interschool Sport.  It was a very proud moment when almost half of our campus boarded buses to participate in their chosen sports.

Looking ahead, this week we’re taking a stand as part of Bullying. No Way! On Friday, students can visit the library to make a pledge to stand up against bullying and create a kinder, more inclusive school community.

Further ahead, next Friday (Week 6) is our much-anticipated Book Week dress-Up day! We can’t wait to see everyone’s creative costumes inspired by their favourite characters.

Thank you for your continued support. Please don’t hesitate to contact me at cfell0@eq.edu.au if I can support you or your child in any way.

Congratulations to our students who have successfully secured an School Based Traineeship

Year 10

Kyden Bugelli - Certificate III Carpentry

Mikayla Graham - Certificate III Hospitality

Joe - Certificate II Landscaping

Nathan Roberts - Certificate III Baking

Boston - Certificate III Carpentry

Year 11

Toby - Certificate III Automotive

Angus -  Certificate III IT

Cooper - Certificate III Electrotechnology

Brady Ellison - Certificate III Horticulture

Esh Kamholtz – Certificate III Tiling

Tyler - Certificate III Retail

Zahlee Morris - Certificate III Plumbing

Koby Plant – Certificate III Carpentry

Samuel Proctor - Certificate III Engineering

Ava - Certificate III Engineering

Archie Tavasci -Certificate III Cookery

Year 12

Tyne – Certificate III Dental Assistant

Indiana Darwen – Certificate III Hospitality

Mika – Certificate III Fitness

Elynora Dodd – Certificate III Engineering

Maggie Howard – Certificate III Business

Liana Jennings – Certificate III Tourism

Alison Lindsay – Certificate III Dental Assistant

Jade Lothian – Certificate III Child Care

Abe Marsh – Certificate III Business

Olivia – Certificate III Business

Bella – Certificate III Hospitality

Hayden Pearce – Certificate III Cookery

James Roberts – Certificate III Engineering

Emily Serong – Certificate III Child Care

Ari Wedlock – Certificate III Light Vehicle Tech

Fergus – Certificate III Sport and Rec

If your student is in grade 10, 11 or 12 and is interested in the School Based Traineeship program please come see Tara or email tpitt46@eq.edu.au

Tara Blair

Industry Liaison Officer
Email: tpitt46@eq.edu.au
Phone: 5472 2222

As we look back on Term 2 so far, we’re proud to reflect on the outstanding achievements within our school community. Last week marked the highly anticipated opening of our school musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. With an incredible turnout and enthusiastic audience, the production was an overwhelming success.

A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who helped bring the show to life. From the tireless organisers behind the scenes to our wonderfully talented cast and crew, your dedication, creativity, and teamwork resulted in an unforgettable performance that truly showcased the spirit of our school. The vibrant costumes, captivating performances, and magical set transported audiences straight into Willy Wonka’s world.

Excitement is building as our much-anticipated School Formal draws near. This special evening will provide students with an opportunity to celebrate their achievements, enjoy a night of dining and dancing, and create lasting memories with friends. We can’t wait to see everyone dressed to impress for what promises to be a truly unforgettable event.

Earlier this term, our school hosted the annual Pathways and Careers Excursion, offering students and their families valuable insight into the incredible opportunities available at our school. The event gave students the chance to connect with potential future employers and training providers from a wide range of industries, helping them explore possible career paths and gain a clearer vision of their future.

On the academic front, our year 11 students prepare themselves for the upcoming exam block commencing in week 10. As our Year 12 students submit their final pieces of internal assessment, they prepare for the fast-approaching external exams. With QTAC applications now open, students have the opportunity to apply for early offers, allowing them to plan ahead and take confident steps towards their post-school pathways.

Looking forward, we are excited for all the events and activities that the rest of 2025 has in store. We encourage each of you to stay engaged, continue to show your school spirit, and make the most of every moment. On behalf of the Student Council, we want to wish you all an incredible rest of the term.

Brydie Moore

School Captain

Eerwah Claims Athletics Carnival Victory 

Eerwah powered to first place in the 2025 Athletics Carnival, completing a clean sweep of all major carnivals this year. Their strong performances across all events, especially in war cries and the relays, secured them the top spot with 1119.35 points. 

Cooroora impressed with a massive improvement from their previous fourth-place finishes in swimming and cross country, finishing second overall with 1069.54 points. Pinbarren claimed third, while Tinbeerwah rounded out the standings in fourth. 

We have a total of 44 students representing Noosa District at North District Athletics this Thursday and Friday the 14th and 15th August at the USC Athletics Centre.  

Age Champions – 2025 Athletics Carnival 

• 12 Years: Jack Matters & Thea Pott 

• 13 Years: Asher Broad & Billie Mackay 

• 14 Years: Joseph Erceg & Macey Hulcombe 

• 15 Years: Atticus Houston & Jett Orpwood 

• 16 Years: Lachy Britten & Sasha Cohn 

• 17–19 Years: Joe Murray & Maicie Moller 

Year 7 & 8 Interschool Sport – Day 1 Success 

On Thursday of Week 4, 120 of our Year 7 and 8 students took part in the first day of their Interschool Sport competition. Representing Pomona across all five sports — touch football, basketball, netball, volleyball, and soccer — our teams showed determination, teamwork, and school spirit. 

Despite a little organisational chaos, Day 1 was an ultimate success. We now look ahead to Day 2 on Tuesday of Week 6, where our athletes will aim to finish strong and hopefully bring home a trophy or two for Pomona. 

Adam Hoy

HOD HPE/Sports Coordinator

BYOX Devices for 2025

As parents will now be preparing to buy a BYOX device for 2025, please see below the 2025 Noosa District State High School BYOD specifications guide to assist you with purchasing your student’s computer. 

A Golden Success – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

The curtain has closed on Noosa District State High School’s spectacular production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but the memories, magic, and friendships will last forever.

Over four incredible performances, our students transported packed audiences into the magical world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. With more than 90 colourful Oompa Loompas, a talented ensemble from Years 5 to 12, and stunning sets and costumes, the show was nothing short of extraordinary.

Year 12 student Max Martin shone as the eccentric and charming Willy Wonka, while Year 8 student Keenan James brought heart and warmth to the role of Charlie Bucket. Both gave outstanding performances, supported by a dedicated cast and crew who poured countless hours into rehearsals, set construction, costumes, props, and technical effects.

Directors Louize Lyle and Sharon Harris expressed their pride and gratitude:

“This show was only possible because of the incredible support of our entire school community. From students and parents to teachers and support staff, every contribution—big or small—made a huge difference.”

We extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who sewed costumes, painted sets, built props, supervised rehearsals, managed hair and makeup, cooked for camp, worked front of house, sold goodies, ran ticketing, or simply came along to cheer us on. Special thanks also go to the HPE staff for giving up their teaching space, our cleaning staff for keeping everything spotless, and Jamie and Travis for setting up and packing down over 700 chairs for each performance.

This production would not have reached the heights it did without the generosity of our local business community, whose donations, sponsorship, and time made all the difference. We gratefully acknowledge McDermott Aviation, Pomona True Value Hardware, Pomona Distillery, George Real Estate, Bendigo Bank Cooroy, Cooroy Auto Wreckers, Sunshine Mitre 10, Gelignite Jacks Cooroy, Tewantin Noosa RSL, Cooroy RSL, Bunnings Noosaville, Noosaville Officeworks, Busy At Work, Wimmers, Cooroy Hotel, Cooroy Lifeline, Page Furnishers, Fine Old and Funky, Your Local Lifestyle, and Magick Hair and Beauty.

Local MP Sandy Bolton summed it up beautifully in her post-show comments:

“WOW, WOW AND MEGA WOW!!! Noosa District SHS production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was absolutely phenomenal… BRAVO!!”

To our students—thank you for your dedication, talent, and teamwork. To our staff—thank you for your patience, time, and support. And to our parents, families, and community—thank you for being part of something truly magical.

This production was more than a school musical—it was a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and community spirit. We couldn’t be prouder.

Year 11 Marine Science Rocky Shore Visit

Students in marine science enjoyed a wet and windy excursion to Point Perry at Coolum Beach. The class were collecting data in relation to various organisms’ abundance, distribution, density and zoning in the intertidal area of the rocky shore. Whilst the weather and large wave swell were far from ideal, all students made the best of the conditions enjoying and completing their field work as part of their student experiment assignments for term 3.

Year 10 Immunisation Reminder – Second Round

A reminder to Year 10 parents, carers, and students that the second round of immunisations will be held on Tuesday, 10 September (Week 9) in the Cooroy Campus Library.

This clinic is open to any Year 10 students who missed their vaccinations in the first round.

Parents who have not yet provided consent and wish for their Year 10 student to be immunised at the second clinic, please visit the link below and submit your consent form by 20th August. Students without a completed consent form will not be able to receive their vaccinations.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR STUDENT

OZCARE_Vitavo_Parent_Guide_Providing_Consent.pdf

If you have any questions regards the school immunisation program, please call Ozcare on 5413 8460 or email their team on SBVP@ozcare.org.au.

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P&C News

The P&C has been very busy as of late, preparing a new tuckshop menu that will be available from Monday 18th August. Pre-ordering with our flexischools app will have your child jumping the queue and seeing what is available. Not to mention making sure they don't miss out on the item they want to try. These menu items will be available at both campuses.  

We would also like to thank the volunteers who helped us support the musical experience by serving meals before the show. Courtney Pickering, Kylie Coppinger, William Batten along with Mia Hacker from the executive and the incredible efforts by Rachel Chamberlain and Sarah Spencer who prepared all of the delicious food. Thank you so much team. It was fabulous to see the well oiled team they were.

Many hands make light work and we appreciate any skills and time that you might have in supporting the P&C with different projects that pop up during the year.  The focus this year is increasing the presence of the P&C and fundraising to be able to give back to the school community helping to create an enjoyable environment for our children. 

Your P&C Association is comprised of a small number of parents who choose to contribute two hours a meeting to benefit the students at Noosa District State High School.  The more people involved the merrier, all parents are welcome, and encouraged, to attend.

The P&C welcomes new memberships and application forms are available on our website. https://noosadistrictshs.eq.edu.au/our-community/pandc 

Past donation of funds by the P&C have gone towards the purchase of toilet block facilities at Mimburi, Toyota HiAce 12-seater mini bus and air-conditioning at Cooroy and Pomona Campuses.

Volunteering

Our Tuckshop welcomes volunteers at both campuses. If you have time to spare in your week we would love it if you would consider investing some time into our school community.  All volunteers need to have a Blue Card which is free to apply for online and to be fully vaccinated.  

If you are interested in supporting the school through the P&C as a volunteer including the NEW “Work for the Dole” option with centrelink and Services Australia, email PandCSecretary@noosadistrictshs.eq.edu.au to discuss Blue Card and training aspects required. 

Tuckshop News

Flexischools App for Purchasing Food and Uniforms

Noosa District SHS will be using Flexischools for parents to place lunch orders and make over-the-counter purchases at our school. 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.

Flexi schools will be the place to order our pre-loved uniforms and new jackets, hats and ties while new stock lasts. Other items are available through School Locker.  

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.

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.

Student Cards 

Students will be able to make over-the-counter canteen purchases with their existing student ID card by linking their card to their profile in the Flexischools App.  

Here’s how to link your child’s student card to your Flexischools account for cash-free spending at school. 

• Register a Flexischools account and create a student 
• Select: Noosa District State High School from the drop down list 
• Under Settings, enter the Student ID number located on the front of your student card

Uniform Shop

The uniform shop offers a consignment sales service for pre-loved uniforms.

Please contact 5472 2229 for the uniform shop if you have uniforms for sale.