Posted: 25th February 2021
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The 'Other' Library at TSS... TSS is one of the few schools to boast an extensive Music Library. In fact, this specialised Library is one of the largest of its kind in Queensland. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
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The ATD Centre is buzzing with activity in term one! We wish the best of luck to our Ethics Olympiad team who will represent Queensland in the Australasian Finals next week, the Future Problem Solving teams are forging ahead with their 2021 Practice Problem One, and registrations are open to join the ASX Sharemarket Game. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
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Outside of the classroom we witness each week TSS boys displaying mastery on the cricket field. We will see on Sunday our 'Masters' of GPS Sailing team take on the other GPS schools for the last time as Sailing becomes an association GPS Sport from 2022. Our GPS Swimming team will attempt to master their stroke at the GPS Swimming at Chandler Friday week. Our Debaters master their skill each week in short and long prep debates. Our GPS Head of the River is also fast approaching and each crew will attempt to master the rowing stroke and replicate the stroke 280 times down the 2000 metre Wyaralong Course. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
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Year 12 Business students visited Stone and Wood Brewery, learning more about beer manufacture from TSS Old Boy Mr Ross Jurisich in preparation for their upcoming assignments. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
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Last Friday Year 9 Geography were lucky enough to take part in a field trip to Burleigh Heads to learn about the connections people have to the area and the impacts of these on the environment. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
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Mr Powys relays the high performers in VIVO this week, information about the recent Halogen Leadership Conference which our student leaders attended and the topic he will be presenting at the upcoming Friends of Prep meeting. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
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On Monday 8 February, the Year 12 geography class of 2021 set off with their new teacher; Mr Stacey and Head of Department; Ms Rosky, on an adventure to Numinbah Valley that will be remembered by the students for many years to come. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
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Our first Languages Day of the year went very well last Friday. The Year 7 boys enjoyed a taste of some typical French or Chinese food in the morning followed by an afternoon of cultural activities. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
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Head of Science, Mrs Waring, explains the assessment behind the recent Year 12 biology trip to Hasting's Point. The experiment is based on a practical that involves the process of stratified sampling to collect and analyse primary biotic and abiotic field data to classify an ecosystem on the rocky shores of Hasting’s Point. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
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There are many opportunities for TSS students to get additional help they may need with Study Gym and tutoring sessions funded by the P&F. Ms Inglis outlines the structure of both opportunities and the times and days boys can attend to obtain extra help with their studies. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
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The Senior Library's fiction "flip guides" now make selecting the right book even easier. Read More
Posted: 11th February 2021
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It was worth acknowledging that all three boys announced at Assembly as captains this year were also on the Dean’s List. These three leaders epitomise what it means to balance co-curricular activities the with the core business of their purpose here at TSS – academics. A great example for all boys here at TSS. Read More
Posted: 11th February 2021
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This term the Year 11 Legal Studies students are working on a unit on court process and punishment of offenders. As part of our work, students completed a mock trial, taking various roles, from judge, to counsel, even the accused. A few members also made up the jury, making a decision about guilt or innocence. Read More
Posted: 11th February 2021
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VIVO is our new Whole School Online Reward System at TSS Preparatory. We are using this platform to support our Values of Teamwork, Scholarship and Service. Boys will also be rewarded for demonstrating our ETHOS as well as Student of the Week and for our Reception boys, their 'Shoe Lace' awards. Read More
Posted: 4th February 2021
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Welcome back and a quick reminder about the extensive online resources available for all members of TSS Community. Read More
Posted: 4th February 2021
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On Monday night we celebrated the Institution of Prefects and Installation of the School Captain in the St Alban’s Chapel. This is an annual event that follows the Prefect and Warden Induction Assembly in the first week back each year. Read More
Posted: 29th January 2021
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Please join us for our Preschool to Year 6 Literacy and Numeracy workshops next Thursday 4 February, from 5pm until 6pm. These workshops will be held in your son’s year level area and will provide opportunities for hands-on, practical activities that will facilitate your understanding of how your son learns in each of these key subjects. Read More
Posted: 29th January 2021
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The Class of 2020 finished the year with outstanding academic results and we will recognise some of our top 2020 graduates at an upcoming inaugural Scholars Assembly. Interim reports for Module 1 work will be available for parents to view online from Monday 8 February. Read More
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