27/01/2025
Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome back to the new school year. Year 7 students will commence the school year on Tuesday 28 January 2025. Students should assemble by 8.40am for roll call and orientation at the Student Centre.
Year 7 students will not require stationary or their digital device on Day 1, Tuesday 28 January 2025. Students will be led through a digital device connection workshop on Day 2, Wednesday 29 January 2025 in Period 2 with the school’s IT Department. All learning equipment will be required from this point forward.
To ensure your child/ren is/are prepared for learning, please find attached the school’s expectations for learning from Day 1:
o Year 7 Stationery List 2025
o Bring Your Own Device @ VPSHS including school technical support for new devices
o Payment or payment plan of the Student Resource Scheme (SRS) fee of $300 by Friday 21 February 2025. Plus, any supplementary levies if students are to be enrolled in an elective/sport that incurs additional course costs (including outstanding invoices from previous years)
o The school’s Dress Code, identifying the expectations for uniform presentation, https://vpshs.eq.edu.au/our-school/rules-and-policies [vpshs.eq.edu.au]
o The school’s Attendance Policy, targeting a 92% attendance rate for all students, https://vpshs.eq.edu.au/our-school/rules-and-policies [vpshs.eq.edu.au]
Further information is attached from the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) advising of:
o The Uniform Shop Booking Information and Price List,
o Canteen School24 – Online ordering Guide,
o How to be part of the P&C Association.
If you require further information or support, please do not hesitate to contact the school administration on 3820 5888 or [email protected] prior to the start of the new school year.
All Queensland state school students will be required to keep mobile phones switched off and 'away for the day' during school hours and while attending school activities, such as representative school sport, excursions and camps. Wearable devices, such as smartwatches, can be worn to school; however, notifications must be switched off so that phone calls, messages and other notifications cannot be sent or received.
The Victoria Point State High School Mobile Phone and Digital Device Policy outlines further information,https://vpshs.eq.edu.au/SupportAndResources/FormsAndDocuments/Documents/Policies/vpshs-switch-off-to-switch-on-mobile-phone-policy.pdf [vpshs.eq.edu.au] Your child/ren can continue to bring their phone to school to communicate with you, their friends and employers outside of school hours. For urgent communication with your child/ren, please contact the school administration.
At Victoria Point State High School, the junior secondary years of schooling aim to engage students with a meaningful and authentic curriculum delivered in a supportive school environment. Students will be academically challenged and encouraged to understand and embrace the connections between subjects and the real world. A strong wellbeing program ensures a well-rounded education that supports students’ social and emotional needs.
The Year 7 Transition Program, which begins with the BIG DAY IN, is set to help students become familiar with their surroundings, learn more about how secondary school operates and introduce students to their new class mates.
The BIG DAY IN program, led by the Student Leadership Team aims to reduce students’ anxiety about moving from primary school to secondary school. Through interactive learning in key areas, students will cover a variety of topics. Year 7 students will have the opportunity to bond as a group, get to know each other and key teachers, help to break down stereotypes, gain key leadership skills and create positive friendship opportunities.
Parent/Carer/s will have the opportunity to meet and greet with a cup of coffee from 8.00am and participate in a Parent Seminar presented by Elevate Education at 8.30am.
Not only are there many opportunities for students to participate in academic, cultural and community aspects of school but also sport. Information pertaining to each sport and sporting competitions is advertised regularly in Student Notices, on the Sports Noticeboard, as well as on the School website, https://vpshs.eq.edu.au/extra-curricular/activities/vikings-sport [vpshs.eq.edu.au] and page.
Please find attached 2025 Vikings Major Carnival Information.
The following attached information from Transdev Queensland will help you to plan your journey to and from school if required:
• Transdev Queensland Information Letter
We look forward to welcoming your child/ren into the Victoria Point State High School family.
To keep up to date with school notifications and celebrations of student success and achievement, please join the school page at https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaPointStateHighSchool/ [facebook.com]
Our VISION: Learn, Think, Perform & Belong
Our VALUES: Respect. Integrity. Responsibility.
