Joy is a deep, lasting gladness that comes from knowing God, not just from our circumstances. Unlike temporary happiness, true joy remains even during life’s challenges. It is a gift from the Holy Spirit that fills our hearts with hope and peace. In our families, joy grows when we focus on gratitude, celebrate blessings big and small, and trust in God’s goodness together. Smiles, laughter, and shared memories become signs of God’s presence in our homes. Let’s nurture joy daily, remembering that the joy of the Lord is our strength and a light in every season. 

Learning About Emotions 

Over the past few weeks, the children in the Pre-Kindy Room explored emotional regulation through face matching, emotion sorting, and reading The Colour Monster story. They discussed feelings like anger, calm, happiness, sadness, and fear, learning to recognise and name emotions in themselves and others. These activities support EYLF Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity, as they build emotional awareness, empathy, and social skills. 

Gympie Show Kindy Excursion

• Thursday 15 May. Parent Helpers Needed. Further details to follow 

Gympie Show Holiday 

• ELC and OSHC closed Friday 16 May 

National Simultaneous Storytime and Under 8's 

• Wednesday 21 May 9-11:30am at Stan Baker Hall and Grassed Adjoining Area. Parents welcome to come along. All children will need thier hat and shoes

• Toddlers 9:30 - 10:30, Pre-Kindy & Kindy 9:30 - 11:30 

Colour Fun Run 

• Friday 30 May, further details to follow 

ELC Emergency Lockdown Drill 

• Monday 2 June - 11am 

P&F Meeting 

• Friday 13 June 9am - 10:30am at College Administration 

OceanLife Education Incursion 

• Monday 16 June, 9:30am (Toddler & Pre-Kindy) and 10:05am (Pre-Kindy & Kindy) 

College Junior Athletics Carnival 

• Wednesday 25 June, further details to follow 

When you shop at small, locally owned businesses, you’re not only making an eco-friendly decision, but one that’s great for your local community. When you purchase at small locally owned businesses rather than nationally owned, more money is kept in your community because locally-owned businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers,  

and farms. Purchasing local helps grow other businesses as well.  

You may even be able to find a local farm near you that allows you to pick your own produce. It’s a fun day out and helps children make connections between the food on their table and where it comes from.