Cranbrook Newsletter - Term 2 Week 1 2021

Principal's Message

Anzac Day Commemorative Service 

Today, we held an Anzac Day Commemorative Service at our school hall in solemn remembrance of the anniversary of the Australian and New Zealander landings in Gallipoli.  Thank you to the families and members of our Defence Forces who were able to join us this morning.

Anzac Day March at the Strand

On Sunday, 25th April, 50 of our Cranbrook students will participate in the Anzac Day parade along the Strand together with veterans and returned service organisations, active military units, other local schools, and eligible community groups and service organisations.

New Staff Members

We would like to introduce the following teachers and teacher aides who have joined us this Term.

Ms Carly Smith (Year 6A Teacher),  Ms Kelly_Anne Hoole Mrs Rachel Wakelin (Teacher Aides) and Mr Richard Crowther (Year 4B Teacher).

Term 2 Environmental Captains

Congratulations to the following students who have been elected as their classroom Environmental Captain this term.

Prep A  -   Hannah M.    Henry J.
Prep B   - Sam A.    Izaiah K.
Prep C    - Tom J.    Arliah L.
1A    - Charlotte M.    Josh D.
1B    - Shiloh M.   Emily C.
2A    - Carter E.    Lillbith M.
2B    - Peyton  J.   Tyson A.
2C    - Kiarna R.   Obadiah S.
3A    - Emelea M.    Kai W.
3B    - Lachlan  A.   Matilda G.
3C    - Dontrelle A.   Chloe D.
4A    - Harley W.    Amelia R.
4B    - Eli G.   Kaylee D. 
4/5D  - Hudson E.   Isabella B.
5A    - Noah W.    Trinatee P.
5B    - Michael H.   Talithia I.
6A    - Hazel R.    Lincoln A.
6B    - Kobie S.    Ella H.
6C    - Jakoda H.    Bailey W.

Term 2 Extra Curricular Activities

During Term 2, Cranbrook State School will offer a wide range of Extra-Curricular Activities for students to participate in, due to the generosity and enthusiasm of the teachers who volunteer their own time. Some parents may have noticed that the Piano and Guitar email offers to participate in these extra-curricular activities have already been emailed.

The Process for Term 2:

1. A schedule of the extra-curricular activities will be released via email and newsletter in Week 1 Term 2.
2. Extra-curricular activities begin and conclude at different times during the term.
3. Students will be reminded through morning announcements during week 2 of the activities that are available on that day.
4. If students attend on that day, the teacher will make a decision as to who can and who cannot attend based on numbers.
5. If the activity is an afternoon or before school activity, all students can attend in Week 2 to determine who can join.

Please discuss with your child about what opportunities they may wish to be involved in and remind them about their attendance on a weekly basis.

Parent-Teacher Interviews

Thursday 29th April will see our first round of parent teacher interviews for 2021.  These will take place in the school hall from 3.30-7.30pm in 15 minute increments. 

Our booking system will be open on Friday 2nd April for parents to make their bookings with their relevant teacher/s and will close midday, Thursday 29th April. 

When you make your booking you will be asked whether you would like ‘phone call’ or ‘in person’.  If you select ‘phone call’ our teachers will call you during your allocated time so please make sure your contact details are up to date with our office staff.  All classroom teachers, cohort leaders, inclusion staff, specialist staff and leadership team will be available for interviews.

To access parent teacher interviews please follow the process below. 

1. Copy and paste link into your browser:  https://sobs.com.au/pt/parent.php?schoolid=693
2. Type in your email address and click Next
3. Select your Security Options (password, no password, code) and click Next
4. Enter your name and contact details and click Save
5. Enter your child’s full name and select year level and click Next
6. Select your communication method (phone/in person)
7. Click on the ‘Book Interviews’ box next to your child's name
8. Select your child's teacher and click Next
9. Click on the timeslot that you would like to book and your child’s name will appear in that timeslot
10. If you make a mistake just click on that timeslot again to clear that interview
11. Click on SAVE at the top or bottom of the page.
    

Jeff Capell

Principal

Positive Behaviour For Learning

From the P and C

Coffee is now available for purchase from the Uniform Shop!

8am - 11am Monday to Friday
2pm - 4pm Monday to Thursday

Loyalty cards available - buy 9 get one free!!!

Reusable environmentally friendly cups available for purchase for $5 each - any beverage purchased using a reusable cup will be discounted by $0.50 per cup.

The Arts Space

Bunnings Art Easter Show - Winners!

This year Cranbrook entered a local Bunnings Easter Art Show and were one of three prize recipients!

On Thursday, Kelly Goodbun, Bunnings’ Activity Organiser, came to Cranbrook to present us with our prize! Congratulations to all of the students in Years 1-6 who helped create the artwork collaboratively during lunch times.  This artwork will be displayed in the rotunda area near the Arts Block. 

News in Sports

Interschool Sports Game Draws

29th April

Rugby League

Seniors - TBA
Juniors - TBA

Hockey

Snr Mixed- 12:30pm v Weir  - Field Billabong
6 A Side - 1:10pm v HS Stars  - Field Waterhole 2

Netball

Jnr B - 12:30pm v St. Ant's - Court 16
Snr B - 1:15pm v Rasmussen - Court 14

Mother's Day Stall

From the Resource Centre Week 1

Cranbrook's First Braille Book

Naming competition

Two beautiful, handpainted Aboriginal dolls have come to the Cranbrook Library as new reading buddies.  We are holding a competition to find a traditional Aboriginal boy and girl name.

1.  Use the Aboriginal Dictionaries at the library to help you pick a name.
2.  Write the name, the meaning of the name and if it is for a boy or a girl on the paper.
3.  Put your name and class on the paper 
4.  Put it in the competition box at the library.

Chaplaincy Fundraising Dinner

Event Sponsors and Supporters

Thank you to the following businesses and families who are supporting the 2021 Chaplaincy Fundraising Dinner

• Mecure Townsville
• Magenta Sunrise
• Sharlynn By the River B & B
• North Queensland Cowboys
• The Battersby Family
• Spinifex Pest
• Zambrero (Domain, Fairfield, Medi-Link)
• The Daily Grind (Domain, Medi-Link)
• Rural Pumping Solutions
• Bob's Bulk Booze (Garbutt)

If you have a local business and would like to be an event sponsor or provide in-kind support towards our Chaplaincy Fundraiser Dinner, please contact Bridget on 4726 1254 or email pandcoperations@cranbrookss.eq.edu.au  for more information. 

Your generosity and support of the Chaplaincy Services at our school is deeply appreciated.

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 For More Than 10 Days

What is an exemption and why do I need it?

Every parent of a child of compulsory school age has a legal obligation to ensure their child is enrolled and attending school. Parents can apply for an exemption from this obligation when their child cannot attend or it would be unreasonable in all the circumstances for their child to attend school for a period of more than 10 consecutive school days.

Situations where an application for an exemption may be made include:

• Illness
• Family reasons
• Cultural or religious reasons

If your child is exempt from compulsory schooling, you are excused from your obligation in relation to compulsory schooling. 

The school principal is not responsible for providing an educational program for your child, however they may provide advice on other educational options available. Decisions about exemptions for up to one school year are made by the principal and decisions about exemptions for more than one school year are made by the relevant Regional Director of the Department of Education, Training and Employment, responsible for the supervision of the school your child attends.   

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