As Term 2 draws to a close, it’s a perfect moment to pause, reflect and celebrate the growth and achievements of our Year 7 and 8 students here at Yeronga State High School. From engaging classroom learning to co-curricular experiences and a strong sense of connection to the wider school community, our junior secondary students have embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm and resilience.

Term 2 Wrap-Up: A Season of Growth and Engagement

Term 2 has been filled with energy, curiosity, and connection.

Year 7 students, having now settled into secondary school life, have shown great progress in their learning routines, organisation, and personal development. This term, they’ve been supported through targeted pastoral care lessons focusing on developing positive relationships, time management, and emotional regulation.

Our Year 8 students have taken on increased responsibility as they’ve built on last year’s foundations. Many have stepped into leadership roles across classrooms, sporting teams, and lunchtime activities. Their growing maturity has been evident in how they contribute to classroom discussions, collaborate in group tasks, and support their peers.

Looking Ahead to Semester 2: Opportunity and Celebration

Term 3 is traditionally a busy and exciting term, and our junior students can look forward to a range of activities that continue to strengthen their academic and personal growth.

Key Events & Dates:

• Term 3 Begins: Monday 8 July
  Students should return ready to learn, with fully stocked pencil cases, charged laptops, and a mindset focused on striving for personal best.
• Year 7 & 8 Parent-Teacher Interviews: Early in the term (dates to be confirmed), parents and carers will be invited to meet with teachers to discuss academic progress, celebrate successes, and identify strategies for continued improvement.
• Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) Public Holiday: Tuesday 12 August
  This mid-term break provides a great opportunity for students to rest and reset before the second half of the term.
• Student Leadership Opportunities: We will begin the process of identifying potential leaders for Year 8 into Year 9 roles. Students will be encouraged to step up and show how they live our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience in daily life.
• Yeronga Celebrates is a vibrant and inclusive event that brings our school community together to honour the rich diversity, talents, and cultural heritage of our students. Held annually, this signature celebration showcases student-led performances, art displays, food stalls, and cultural presentations that reflect the many identities within our school. For our Year 7 and 8 students, it’s a joyful opportunity to share their backgrounds, learn from others, and build a stronger sense of belonging and pride in the Yeronga SHS community. The event is a powerful reminder of our shared values—respect, inclusion, and unity—and is a highlight of the school calendar.

We’re incredibly proud of the way our Year 7 and 8 students have embraced their learning and contributed to the life of Yeronga SHS. Term 3 brings new opportunities for connection, celebration, and continued development—both in and outside the classroom.

We thank all parents and carers for your continued partnership and look forward to an engaging and successful Term 3.