Excited Preppies Penny, Matilda, Leo, Max, Charlotte, Freya and Bella at Port Douglas State School on their very first day. Picture: Newsport
Douglas Shire’s schools were alive with activity yesterday as students eagerly returned for the first day of the new school year. Newsport was there to capture the primary schoolers - from Preppies ready for their very first day to seasoned seniors embracing the familiar routines of another academic journey.
Despite facing challenges with the water supply cutoff in the Douglas Shire since Sunday evening, schools still opened their doors on Monday.
Douglas Barnes, Principal at Port Douglas State School mentioned that the school had enough bottled water and portable toilets to navigate through the day without significant disruptions.
Jacqueline Osborne, Principal at Daintree State School, said students are very excited to be back and they are keen to learn lots of new things this year.
“Some of our students couldn’t make it today due to flooding but those who could had a wonderful first day,” she added.
PORT DOUGLAS STATE SCHOOL
All students gathered in the courtyard, attentive as Principal Douglas Barnes and the School Captains delivered their opening remarks. Picture: Newsport
Students ready to go to their new classrooms. Picture: Newsport
MOSSMAN STATE SCHOOL
Preppies Daniella Bell and Parker Payne are excited about their first day. Picture: Newsport
Fifi beginning Year 10, Kaile beginning Year 5, Richard beginning Year 4, and Etta beginning Year 2. Picture: Newsport
Fox Lebeuf is excited to start Year 2. Picture: Newsport
Tayani, starting Year 1, is excited to see her classroom for the first time and make new friends. Picture: Newsport
Lenn, starting Year 5, is being dropped off by his little sister. Picture: Newsport
Jack Mcinley takes on Year 6 as this year’s School Captain, joined by twins Jack & Leeroy Lang beginning Year 6, and Mason Lang starting Year 5. Picture: Newsport
Cali starts Year 2, while Lani, Eloise, and Louisa kick off Year 11 with excitement, looking forward to delving into marine science this year. Picture: Newsport
Elis, who is starting Year 5, is getting dropped off at her new school by her mother Marloes after their recent move to Mossman. Picture: Newsport
Luna Jones, embarking on her first day as a Year 1 student, is dropped off by her dad Clancy. Eagerly anticipating the day, Luna is excited to engage in some drawing activities. Picture: Newsport
Sharn Kelly (right), beginning Year 2, gets dropped off by her Mum and brother Ross. Picture: Newsport
DAINTREE STATE SCHOOL
Daintree State School students thrilled to be back, eager to learn new things this year. Picture: Daintree State School
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