Cranbrook State School eNewsletter

Principal's Message

Welcome to our Week 10 Newsletter! Be sure to read through so you don’t miss any important updates.

The staff carpark is for staff

Please do not park in there when picking up your children after school. Parents are reminded that the school staff car park is not a safe place for children to be delivered or collected from school. If you do need to legitimately come into the school carpark, please remember not to park in our designated bus areas.
A reminder also, that dropping students off on or near the pedestrian crossing on Bergin Road is also very unsafe as it endangers the lives of children using the crossing correctly.

Important Update! Before School Supervision

School Access and Supervision Requirements

At Cranbrook State School the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. To ensure that all students are adequately supervised and protected while on school grounds, a decision has been made to change the school’s access policies and supervision arrangements. Namely, in 2025 the change will be the FRONT GATE opening time allowing students to access the front under covered entry.

In accordance with the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 (Qld) and the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld), our school has a duty of care to provide a safe learning environment. This duty of care extends to ensuring that students are appropriately supervised before official school hours.

To support parents in this change, we will implement a gradual change to the entry times in accessing the front under covered entry:

Term 2 - 7.30am
Term 3 - 7.45am
Term 4 - 8.00am

During Term 4 2025, a decision will be made regarding further delaying the access to the school grounds before school as the six staff rostered on from 8.00am to 8.50am equates to 1500minutes/25hours or $875/week or $35000/year in wages to provide this service, rather than core business operations that directly support educational outcome of students. We are aware that further delays will present implications for some of our current extra-curricular activities that the school offers, hence why we will take our time and engage in wide parent consultation to determine all the implications before making a final decision at the end of the year.

These measures will be put in place to ensure the safety of all students and to comply with legal obligations. Parents and guardians who require before or after-school care options are encouraged to contact TheirCare for further information on available programs.

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring that students remain safe at all times. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact the school office at 4726 1222. The change is also a motion on notice at the next P&C meeting which will be on Wednesday 2nd April (to allow parents and citizens to discuss the changes and raise any concerns before implementation from Term 2 onwards.

Thank you for your ongoing support in maintaining a safe and secure school environment.

Term 2 commences on Tuesday 22nd April

Smoking is prohibited

Smoking is banned at all Queensland state and non-state schools (school facilities), and for 5 metres beyond their boundaries and at all school carparks, including carparks located on adjacent council land that is intended for school community use.

The law applies at all times-during and after school hours, on weekends and during school holidays. It includes the use of all smoking products, including electronic cigarettes/Vapes.

The law applies to all persons at schools including students, teaching staff, parents and guardians of students, other employees of the school, visitors and persons providing a service or volunteering, clubs and organisations accessing school facilities.

School facilities are defined as land on which a

state school provides education programs under the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006; or
non-state school provides primary education, secondary education or special education under the Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Act 2017; or
state or non-state school provides other educational instruction or activities, for example, sports grounds, including land that is owned or leased by the school.

https://www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/smoking-laws/education

REMINDER!

We kindly ask that you return any uniforms your child may have borrowed from the office, as our supply of shorts and other items is running low.

Additionally, if you have any used uniforms in good condition that you would be willing to donate, we would greatly appreciate it. Your support helps us ensure that all students have access to uniforms if needed, allowing them to continue their day comfortably and without disruption. This also means we won't need to reach out for spare clothes in case of accidents during the day.

Thank you for your understanding and generosity!

I would like to wish all of our Cranbrook families a safe and enjoyable Easter break.

Term 2 commences on Tuesday 22nd April.

Have a great weekend everyone.

Jeff Capell - Principal

NAPLAN 2025

Mr Sanim would like to thank all staff and students for their commitment to ensuring a smooth NAPLAN 2025 testing schedule.

Well done everyone!

Coming Up in Term 2🌞

Week 1 Term 2 Beginning (Tuesday 22nd April)
Monday - Easter Monday
Tuesday - Term 2 School Resumes
Wednesday - 8:50-10:40am - Inter-House Cross Country/ Colour Run
Thursday - 9am Anzac Day Parade
Friday - ANZAC DAY - Public Holiday - No School

Every Day Counts - Attendance ✔✔✔

Regular, punctual attendance at school is expected of all students.
Students should be present at school ready to prepare for the day's learning by 8:30am.

Late Arrivals

Students arriving after 8:50am must report to the office to receive a lateslip. If a student is late, a letter of explanation from the student's parent/guardian must be presented to the office staff on arrival.
Absence
If a student is absent and the parent/guardian has not notified the school, they will receive an automated text message by 10am that day.
Parents will receive a text message informing them that their child is absent. If you receive one of these text messages, please contact the school to explain the reason for your child’s absence.
A working mobile number should be registered with the school, if available.
Please remember that absence is only marked for the days specified by the parents. If you ring up on a Monday informing that your child is sick and they remain away from school for the following 2 days because they are sick you need to inform us that this was the reason for their absence. You can inform us after the absence via a message directly to the teacher or by contacting our absence hotline or email.
If your child is absent, please leave a message detailing:

Child's name
Class
Reason for absence
Dates or duration of absence

Absence Hotline - 4726 1260

Absence Email - absences@cranbrookss.eq.edu.au

Absent more than 10 days

👍PBL - Positive Behaviour for Learning👍

Last week, our PBL was about being accepting responsibilities.

This week, we looked at being resilient.

Below is the 'for families' poster of our lessons, which gives you a chance to continue these conversations at home and possibly apply them to your daily family life.

🏆PBL Awards! 🏆

We love when it comes to the end of Term and those students who have done such a wonderful job in the PBL qualities throughout the term are given an award to acknowledge their hard work.

Prep -
Pride - Thea De Jager
Confidence - Samy Mutama
Positivity - Rosalie Melchert
Inclusivity - Student A
Determination - Pheniox Hersom
Healthy Choices - Wesson Nicolay
Adaptability - Student A
Curiosity - Marlea Hutchins
Leadership - Andi Young
Polite and Courteous - Keelan Murphy - Nai

Year 1 -
Pride – Chase Dixon
Confidence – Isla Struber
Positivity – Aubree Boyle
Inclusivity – Allira Lampton
Determination – Nora Hafstad
Healthy Choices – Thea Burt
Adaptability – Samantha Scott
Curiosity – Student C
Leadership – Bianca Bigirimana
Polite and Courteous – Gloria Htoo

Year 2 -
Pride - Mila Anthony
Confidence - Tai Mabo
Positivity - Lilly-Mae Hill
Inclusivity - Tess Giess
Determination - Anda Phojamroen
Healthy Choices - Christopher Stepanov
Adaptability -Lachlan Lee
Curiosity - AJ Sam
Leadership - Tilly Marr
Polite and Courteous - Reign-Enua Mataa

Year 4 -
Pride - Amelia Onslow
Polite and Courteous - Ethan Schubert
Adaptability - Olivia Harker
Curiosity - Blaise Campbell
Leadership - Josie Dearness
Positivity - Julian Khin
Inclusivity - Elliott Beurskens
Healthy Choices - Samuel Asquith
Determination - Samuel Hansen

Year 5 -
Leadership - Niya Manu
Polite and Courteous - Maddie Walker
Adaptability - Alyssa Pain
Healthy Choices - Emily Crowden
Determination - Oscar Young
Inclusivity - Harrison Pellegrino
Confidence - Danielle Prince
Pride - George Mangles
Positivity - Phillippa
Curiosity - Charlie Blach

🏆Year Level Parade Awards🏆

Well Done to all of our recipients of their Year Level PBL Awards!

🎭From the Arts🎨

Your help is needed!
Year 6 are creating sculptures using recycled objects. If you have any bowls, mugs, cups, plates, cutlery, jugs or vases that you are no longer using or have been waiting to get rid of please donate them to The Arts block. By Thursday 3^rd April. Year 6 will transform these used items into new and exciting creatures!
Kind Regards,
The Arts Teachers

SAVE THE DATE!
ALL Year 4 and 5 students will be involved in this year’s musical Souper Hero Kitchen in Hot Springs!
Dates of the musical are:

Wednesday 3^rd September 2025 (Term 3, Week 8)
Thursday 4^th September 2025 (Term 3, Week 8)

Choral Festival

Easter Parade Performance!
We had the privilege of seeing our Grade 6 students and their Prep buddies do a special Easter Performance on Parade this week! One of our very Talented Students created this dance and taught it to the students! How amazing is that!

🎨Visual Arts Excellence!🎭

The Visual Arts Excellence students have been hard at work, creating beautiful and intricate pieces of art. They've been experimenting with inks and carefully drawing and painting stunning watercolour flowers.

Take a moment to admire their dedication and concentration!

🏐From the Sports Desk🏈

Interschool Sport

Round 1 (Rugby League / Netball) begins on Thursday, 1st May - the second week back at school. Please make sure you have returned permissions and money. Remember to bring ALL the necessary equipment with you including a full water bottle and hat.

Our postponed Cross Country Colour Run will now be held in Week 1, Wednesday, 23rd April.

Students born in 2013 - 2017 and who are in Years 3 to 6, will run outside the school grounds.

For students wishing to be squirted with colour, a participation fee of $15 must be paid to the school. Your participation fee includes a white t-shirt, colour wristband and colour sunglasses, which will be in the colour of your child's Sports Team.

Students who don't pay the fee, will not be squirted with colour.

Please see the link below, for further information.

Cranbrook SS Cross Country/Colour Run Permission Form (Read Only)

📚From the Resource Centre 📚

Class Borrowing Days

For students in Prep / Year 1 / Year 2 / Year 3…..you must have a library bag to protect your books.

It is very important that books are returned every week.

Students are not allowed to borrow more books until any outstanding ones are returned.

Please return your child’s home reader and library books on the following days:

📙Our Book Fair is coming in June!📗

There will be more information to come out in Term 2!

Year 4D Investigate Weathering and Erosion!🌊

Year 4D has been busy exploring the forces of nature through an exciting hands-on investigation into weathering and erosion! Students have created and designed landscape models and used water to see how landscapes change over time. Students experimented with different materials to observe erosion in action, testing ways to slow it down—just like real environmental scientists! From using ground covering and building barriers, they discovered how nature and human intervention can work together to protect our landscapes. The class was amazed at how quickly water can wash away soil over time in different landscapes and strategies. Students identified that small changes can have a big impact on the world around us! Great job, Year 4D! Keep asking questions and discovering the wonders of science! 🔬🌏✨

Year 4 Learning

Easter Bonnet Parade 🐰🐣

The Easter Bonnet Prep Parade at Cranbrook State School is a heartwarming annual tradition that brings together creativity, joy, and a sense of community. The Prep students, filled with excitement and pride, showcase their handmade Easter bonnets, each one a unique expression of their imagination and craftsmanship. The vibrant parade is a highlight for both students and families, as colorful hats adorned with flowers, ribbons, and Easter-themed decorations take center stage. Parents and teachers cheer from the sidelines, fostering a sense of celebration and school spirit. This charming event not only marks the arrival of Easter but also encourages students to embrace their artistic talents, making lasting memories in the process.

Prep Photo's

Our amazing SNAPAGANZA Friday was full of so many fun and wonderful activities! There was Colouring, Rock Painting, Dancing, Dodgeball, Bracelet making, adventures on the playground, Dance party in the hall, Origami, Minecraft and so many more activities!

Snapaganza

Easter Egg Hunt! 🐰🐣

This year, a very generous family donated a wonderful assortment of Easter goodies, allowing our students to enjoy a fun Easter egg hunt on the last day of school! Another shoutout to our amazing Student Council as well, who worked tirelessly this week to create the Easter egg packets and organise the entire event! (with a little help).

Easter egg Hunt!

The Cranbrook Community Hub 👋

Well, here we are at the end of our first Term and the first 10 weeks of The Hub. Thanks so much to those who have been in to see us - we appreciate your support and hope that you've found The Hub to be an enjoyable space.

Term 2 is going to look a bit different, at least at the start. I will be on leave for the first 6 weeks of the term, meaning that The Hub won't be open until Monday, 2^nd June. However, our Playgroup will still be running each Thursday morning, from 9 - 10.30am, in the OSHC (TheirCare) building, so please keep coming along to stay connected! Remember that anyone with children not yet at school, is welcome to join us.

For Term 3 and beyond, I'd really love to hear from you, as to what you'd like to see offered by us in The Hub. Please drop me a line at communityhub@cranbrookss.eq.edu.au to let me know your ideas.

Have a look down in the Community section below - featured are some school holiday activities that might interest you.

Have a wonderful break and a very happy Easter. I look forward to seeing you all again in June!

Louise at the Cranbrook Community Hub

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Build their child’s social skills to grow relationships at home and beyond
Help the whole family adapt and enjoy life more!

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🍎From your P&C 🥙

🥛Breakfast Club 🍞

The Breakfast Club is currently in need of donations of Long Life Milk to continue providing nourishing breakfasts for our students.
If you’re able to contribute, please drop off any donations at the office.
Your generosity makes a huge difference, helping ensure our students start their day with a healthy meal, allowing them to focus and thrive in school. We are deeply grateful for your support and kindness!
Thank you for helping us make a positive impact in our school community!

❗❗Product Recall❗❗

🏀Sports Pride Fridays🏐

Theircare - OSHC

🚀 Book Now!🎉
👉 Not enrolled yet? No worries! Just click here to register and get started. When enrolling, be sure to double-check all details—emergency contacts, medical info, and any child-related diagnoses—so we can ensure your little one has a safe, fun, and engaging experience with us.
💬 Need help? Our friendly customer service team is here for you Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM (AEST) at 📞 1300 072 410.

📰Community News📰

Our Choices NQ school holiday program runs from 07/04/2025 - 17/04/2025, from 9am - 4pm, daily.
Our program is designed to empower children with disabilities to achieve their NDIS goals and have fun over the school holidays.
Our Choices NQ School holiday program prices are as per the usual NDIS support charges on the NDIS price guideline.
We do not charge any extra expenses from parents, for any of the entertainment or meals that are provided, on school holiday program to minimise service access details.
Our attending children are than put into groups, based on their interests and support needs, to empower them to take steps to achieve their social goal, build and maintain relationships, while they are also completing fun activities and while having a support worker there to support them.
Please see attached the procedure for school bookings:
1). Contact Choices NQ management via email (kristyleebatkin@live.com.au) or via Kristy Dalton via phone (0402165668).
2). Complete Choices NQ participant intake forms via email or at our Choices NQ Hub.
* Our Choices NQ hub/office completes new intakes for our programs and support services from 10am - 1pm, Monday to Friday.*
Please see attached pictures our April 2025 School Holiday Program.