Every student valued

By Jonathon Howard

THERE ARE big things happening at Tweed Heads South Public School (THSPS) this year and it’s great news!

The Weekly was recently invited to check out the school’s progress and to meet with the school’s new principal Melinda Parmenter along with teachers and students.

THSPS is undergoing a major renovation under a state government investment to revamp the school for generations to come.

The school has recently opened the first part of their new development, which includes a brand-new library and two new classrooms so far.

Innovative learning environments incorporated into the new build include the introduction of flexible teaching spaces across all facilities, including outdoor areas and multi-purpose learning areas adding to the impressive collection of facilities already on offer at the school. The school has welcomed new principal Melinda Parmenter who brings her wealth of knowledge as leader and educator to the school.

Ms Parmenter said THSPS is an inclusive primary school that “prides itself on knowing, valuing and caring for every student.”

She has been working with her team of experienced classroom teachers to grow the English as a Second Language (EAL/D) specialised program.

“The program involves teaching and supporting learners who do not speak standard Australian English as their first