The Lions' Roar 31/01/2025

2025 marks an incredible milestone in the journey of Tamborine Mountain College as we celebrate lighting up young minds for 30 Years.

To commemorate this extraordinary achievement, we are thrilled to announce two spectacular events that will bring our community together in celebration:

We invite you to mark your calendars, join us, and be a part of this historic moment in TMC’s story. 

What a way to start the year... We are thrilled to announce that our TMC Year 5 students of 2024 along with photos taken by their amazing teacher Mr. Schönherr, had their photo and story about their work with Birdlife Australia published in National Geographic Kids. Great work, Year 5!

February

Wednesday 12 February - HIA Swimming

Monday, 17 February - District Swimming Carnival

Friday, 21 February - Secondary Cross Country

Wednesday, 26 February - HIA Round 1 (Secondary)

March

Monday, 3 March - Wednesday 5 March - Year 7 Camp

Wednesday, 5 March - Primary HIA Netball, P&F Meeting 2pm

Monday, 10 March - Primary Cross Country *New date

Monday, 10 March - Wednesday 12 March - Year 11 Camp

Wednesday, 12 March - NAPLAN begins Years 3, 5, 7 & 9

Tuesday, 18 March - Prep Parent Literacy Information Afternoon

April

Wednesday, 2 April to Friday 4 March - Years 5 & 6 Camp

Friday, 4 April - Last Day of Term 1

Tuesday, 22 April - First Day of Term 2

Thursday, 24 April - College Anzac Ceremony

Thursday, 24 April - Parent Teacher Interview Evening

Friday, 25 April - Anzac Day Public Holiday

Please note - dates for events may be subject to change

At Tamborine Mountain College, community is at the heart of everything we do. With our Vision of Empowering Every Student, we prioritise our inclusive culture, where students, parents, staff, and friends come together to create something truly extraordinary.

This year as we come together to celebrate a very special TMC milestone Anniversary of Lighting Up Young Minds for 30 Years, every individual plays an integral role in shaping our strong, supportive and wholesome community. Our events, activities, and initiatives are designed to champion meaningful connections, celebrate achievements, create lifelong memories and a strong sense of belonging.

Get Involved
Volunteers are the backbone of many of our College events, and we would love for you to join in! Your time and enthusiasm make a huge difference. If you’d like to express your interest in volunteering, reach out to our Parents and Friends (P&F) Association, they would be thrilled to hear from you pandf@tmc.qld.edu.au as we bring unity in community.

Stay Connected with TMC
Want to stay informed about everything happening in our TMC community? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates, event highlights, and celebrations. These platforms are the perfect way to keep up to date with timely information and experience the joy and energy of our College.

The Lion's Roar
Our weekly newsletter, The Lion’s Roar, is another fantastic way to stay in the loop. Delivered straight to your inbox every Friday during term time, this newsletter provides key updates, important announcements, and a snapshot of the week’s events. Missed an edition? Don’t worry! All newsletters are hosted on our College webpage for easy access anytime.

Whether it’s through volunteering at events, staying connected on social media, or reading The Lion’s Roar, there are so many ways to feel part of the TMC family. 

Are you a TMC Alumni, or know someone who is?
Whether you’re near or far, we want to reconnect with our incredible Tamborine Mountain College alumni. Share your journey, join us in our 30 Year Anniversary Celebrations, and stay in the loop with exciting alumni events and updates. Update your details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn8Dx4HpxI_4bjYrxZdbICuoQVsH8dt2MMCXLy2FQY7x_4Bg/viewform. Spread the word, tag your TMC friends and classmates! 

As we share in a very special 30 Year Anniversary year together, let us all continue to celebrate the incredible spirit of our community and the culture, connections and achievements that make Tamborine Mountain College so special.

I want to take a moment to highlight the importance of safety during our school drop-off and pick-up times, particularly in relation to Beacon Road and the TMC entrance/exit.  It is essential for everyone to take care, give way, and be attentive when pulling out of the driveway. 

A few small actions—like taking extra care when pulling out, waiting for those who have the right of way, and keeping to speed limits—help make our school a safer place for all.

Here's a reminder on some key points to keep our school car park a safe zone for everyone: 

• Respect All Crossing Staff Directions: Remember, crossing staff are there for our children's safety. Following their directions, even if it seems inconvenient, ensures the safety of all children. A short delay is far better than a potential accident. 
• Slow Down: Remember, the speed limit in the car park is there for a reason. Slow down to prioritise the safety of students, staff, and other parents. 
• Eyes on the Road: Please pay attention to staff instructions and avoid distractions while driving in the car park. There is NO excuse to be on a handheld mobile phone whilst driving.
• Zebra Crossing Champs: Encourage your child to only cross the road at designated pedestrian zebra crossings. This helps them develop safe crossing habits from a young age. 
• 2-Minute Zone Efficiency: The designated pick-up/drop-off zone is for a quick exchange only. Please ONLY enter these spaces if your child/ren are waiting in this area before entering the zone to avoid unnecessary congestion. 
• Extra Awareness for Large Vehicles: For those driving large vehicles like SUVs or vans, be extra cautious when reversing or manoeuvring. Blind spots can be significant, so take your time and double-check for children, staff and pedestrians before proceeding.

Our Car Park Safety Infographic highlights that safety is everyone’s responsibility. Simple acts—like ensuring children exit cars from the left side and avoiding parking or waiting in the drop-off zone—go a long way in making our school environment safer for all.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful school community.

Mrs Fiona Stevens - College Principal 

After the overwhelming success of the TMC Brick Builders Club in Term 4 last year, I am pleased to announce that they are back again in 2025! Starting next Monday afternoon, the club is very popular so grab a spot before it sells out.

Do you love Lego? Come along and build with friends and work on some amazing Lego projects!!

TMC After School Brick Builders will run in 2 different groups, Prep-2 & Years 3-6. Please select the correct grade for your child in the session times section when booking.

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1344241

Our Prep-2 Builders will be constructing a HUGE Zoo! Across the term they will:
Plan and create animal habitats
Work cooperatively with peers to bring the "Big Build" to life
Build perseverance
Let their creativity soar with free-building time!

Our 3-6 Builders will be constructing an EPIC Theme Park! Across the term they will:
Build moving rides and attractions
Plan and assemble the Theme Park with peers
Try more challenging building techniques
Showcase their creativity while free-building!

The program will run every Monday afternoon, straight after school for 8 weeks, 2:50pm-4pm. It is facilitated by experienced staff. Ticket prices are for the entire 8 week program.
Time and Dates - 2:50pm - 4pm each Monday afternoon from 3rd, February - Mon 24th, March.