Upper Mount Gravatt State School - Shaping Success Together

29/05/2026

Stay up to date with school news via our fortnightly newsletter available @
https://upmtgravss.eq.edu.au/CalendarAndNews/Newsletters/Newsletters/2026%20Term%202%20Week%206.pdf
This edition includes a note from past Principal, Mr Ted Zillman.

25/05/2026

24/05/2026

Unity means working and living together in peace. It is about getting along with others, valuing our differences, and recognising that we are all connected.
As Ryunosuke Satoro said: "Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean".
We show unity when we treat everyone as part of one human family. We look for the good in each other, respect our differences, and choose not to join in when others speak or act with prejudice. When problems arise, we listen, show understanding, and work together to find solutions.
Say this: I choose unity. I value differences. I stand against prejudice. I care for the earth and all living things.

21/05/2026

It was a great privelege today to welcome Mr Ted Zillman, Principal from 1985 until his retirement in 1998. Ted donated personal historical artefacts which will remain part of the school’s history.
Visiting classrooms and interacting with students and staff, he reminded us of his mantra - UMGSS stands for U Mighty Good State School - Mighty good students, staff and parents.
Year one were captivated by his story of riding his horse to school when he was a young boy.

17/05/2026

Truthfulness is choosing to be honest in both our words and our actions. It is having the integrity to stand apart from gossip, judgment, and prejudice, and the courage to seek what is real and right.
"Be truthful, gentle and fearless."
— Mahatma Gandhi
Speak the truth with care and sincerity. There is no need to exaggerate or deceive to impress others—your authenticity is your strength. Learn to distinguish between fact and fantasy, and when mistakes are made, embrace them as opportunities for growth and learning.
Let us remind ourselves:
"I am truthful. I see the truth clearly. I have no need to impress others. I am content to be my true self."

15/05/2026

Keep up with school news in our fortnightly newsletter available here
https://upmtgravss.eq.edu.au/CalendarAndNews/Newsletters/Newsletters/2026%20Term%202%20Week%204.pdf

14/05/2026

Looking to enrol your child for Prep in 2027? Join us for our Prep Open Night or Open Day next week in the Junior Learning Block. Children born between 01/07/2021 and 30/06/2022 are eligible to commence Prep in 2027. We look forward to meeting you.
Applications for enrolment available at
https://upmtgravss.eq.edu.au/enrolments

10/05/2026

Reliability means that others can depend on you to keep your commitments. It uses the 'Getting Along Key' by showing that you care about what you say you will do.
“The unavoidable price of reliability is simplicity.” – Tony H***e
When you plan ahead, make promises you can keep, and follow through, you show that you are dependable. Treat agreements seriously, and if obstacles arise, look for another responsible way forward.
Say this to yourself:
“I am reliable. I keep my promises. Others can depend on me. Nothing can stop me from giving my best.”