3 April 2025
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Update from the MIC Collective
From the Acting Co-Principals
Dear Children, Adolescents, Parents, and Staff,
The end of a productive and inspiring term is upon us. We want to take this opportunity to reflect on the past few months and express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you – children, adolescents, parents, staff, and the wider community – for your support and commitment to our ‘business as usual’ since the end of the 2024 school year.
Leading our incredible community since the end of 2024 and throughout this term has been a privilege. Stepping into this role has provided us with an even deeper appreciation for the remarkable spirit and dedication that make our College such a special place. From the curiosity and enthusiasm of our students to the commitment and collaboration of our staff and the trust and encouragement of our families, we are continually inspired by the possibilities of what we can achieve together.
Over the past term, we have celebrated connections together, whether for the joy of discovery in the classroom environments, parent education and conversation evenings, or whole community gatherings. Each moment has reminded us of the unique and nurturing environment we have here at Montessori International College.
As this term comes to a close, we are delighted to welcome our new Principal, Chris Peach, who will join us from the start of next term. He brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to Montessori education, and a shared passion for creating an environment where every student can thrive. We look forward to working alongside Chris, and we look forward to seeing the community continue to grow and flourish under his guidance.
We would like to thank our staff for their tireless dedication throughout this term. It is a pleasure to work and walk alongside such talented and committed professionals who always put the needs of our students first.
Thank you to our families and caregivers for your trust, your encouragement, and your partnership in supporting your children’s growth and learning. Your involvement is vital to the success of our Montessori community, and we have been deeply grateful for your kind words and support during our time in this role.
In conclusion, we extend our gratitude to our children and adolescents for your enthusiasm, curiosity, and creativity, which give us daily reasons to smile. You continue to be the heart of our College, and it is a privilege to accompany you on your educational journey.
As we step back into our previous roles, we do so with a sense of pride in what we have achieved as a community through this period and with excitement for the future. We look forward to continuing to support the College and our new Principal as we embark on the next chapter.
We wish you all a restful and rejuvenating holiday break. We look forward to seeing you all again next term, ready for new beginnings and opportunities.
With appreciation,
Larissa and Rael
Prep
This term, Prep focused on daily routines, building connections, and fostering a sense of community. The children have shown a strong interest in practical life activities like weaving and sewing. They enjoyed using the Sandpaper Letters, where they eagerly practise letter sounds.
Prep also enjoyed outdoor explorations with Andrew, observing the seasonal transition from summer to autumn. They learned how the Gubbi Gubbi people read the land to understand the time of year. Despite heavy rainfall, They noticed wattle trees flowering early and fruit trees in the veggie garden bearing fruit, while the dragon fruit plants finished flowering and were visited by moths at night. The children marveled at the beautiful flowers and unique leaves in the garden.
Junior Primary
Junior Primary has had a wonderful time exploring a range of interests this term. The follow up from the Great Stories has been creative and inspiring.
Some children have developed practical life skills in the kitchen, following recipes to make kale chips, flapjacks, rice bubble squares, and sugar cookies -delicious!
Using their literacy and numeracy skills, they successfully followed the steps in each recipe. When the weather allowed, children also spent time by our beautiful scar tree, reflecting on what the land might have looked like hundreds of years ago. They created booklets and art pieces imagining the fundamental needs of the Gubbi Gubbi people during that time.
Senior Primary
Senior Primary had the privilege of meeting a Paralympian who shared his inspiring journey, challenges, and achievements. The students have also been working with Andrew and a parent volunteer to build picnic benches for the community. Some children wrote persuasive letters to Men’s Shed requesting help with constructing a chicken coop, and thanks to their efforts, Nambour Men’s Shed generously donated a brand-new coop. The Senior Primary classes have been busy creating a free-range area and repairing an old coop to house chickens after the half-term break. Djuragul plans to hatch a new breed of Silkie in Term 2. A special thanks to Helen Reedy for leading this initiative and to Renne Thompson for her invaluable support with medical and veterinary assistance.
This term, Prep focused on daily routines, building connections, and fostering a sense of community. The children have shown a strong interest in practical life activities like weaving and sewing. They also enjoyed using the Sandpaper Letters, where they eagerly practise letter sounds. Prep also enjoyed outdoor explorations with Andrew, observing the seasonal transition from summer to autumn. They learned how the Gubbi Gubbi people read the land to understand the time of year. Despite heavy rainfall, They noticed wattle trees flowering early and fruit trees in the veggie garden bearing fruit, while the dragon fruit plants finished flowering and were visited by moths at night. The children marveled at the beautiful flowers and unique leaves in the garden.
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