Cranbrook Newsletter Term 3 - Week 8 2021

Principal's Message

Environmental Centre

Cranbrook State School is fortunate to have its own Environmental Centre, situated in the centre of our school.

Our Environmental Centre has the following elements to allow for students to engage in:

• Environmental Captains
• Class Environmental Captains
• Environmental Club
• Chicken Coop and Chickens
• Paper Shredding
• Composting
• Worms Farms
• Tree Planting

Our recent additions are:

• Vegetable Garden
• Reuse Caps Blanket Program
• Herb Garden

Student Free Day

Friday 3rd September is a student free day for all Queensland State Schools. 

Support Staff Appreciation  Day

Today, (Thursday, 2nd September) is School Support Staff Appreciation Day.  Our support staff have various roles in our school and can be seen both in and out of classrooms, supporting children with their learning and development and assisting with day to day operations around our school both during and after school hours.  They are often the "glue" that holds our school together  ensuring that our school continues to run smoothly.

"Thank You" to all of our support staff at Cranbrook for your hard work and dedication.  

School Facilities Works

Our school facilities works to the front entry of the school is progressing well and works to the install the new fence have begun.  

We continue to thank our Cranbrook families and staff for their consideration of any minor interruptions as they will be well worth it once the projects are completed.  

Jeff Capell,
Principal

Positive Behaviour For Learning

Expression of Interest - Youth Worker

Farewell from Chappy Chrissy

It is with sadness that I let you know I will be leaving Cranbrook State School.

During the middle of this term, I applied for a three day a week Chaplain position at Annandale Christian College. My plan, should I be successful, was to work three days at ACC and work my two Chaplaincy days at Cranbrook. To my surprise, I was offered the job and the ACC Principal, offered another two extra days, which suddenly altered my plan.  

After much prayerful consideration, I made the decision to walk through this door of opportunity. I will work through to the end of Term 3 at Cranbrook SS and commence my new chaplaincy in Term 4. I have been with SU (Scripture Union Australia) for over 10 years. SU has been an amazing training organisation to work for and very supportive throughout my Chaplain journey, having worked at Herberton SS/HS Prep -10, Pimlico HS and Cranbrook SS. I have been with Cranbrook SS for nearly 8 years and have invested my heart in this beautiful school.

As I reflect on my time at Cranbrook SS, we as a school community have journeyed together through tragic losses of staff members, tragic losses of students, tragic losses of parents, the Townsville floods, the homelessness, the financial struggles, the unemployment, COVID 19, online learning and the numerous celebrations of this school.

It is my prayer that Cranbrook SS commissions a new and improved version of this Chaplain and a Chaplain who will take chaplaincy services into a new season. As with all change it can take time to readjust and transition, but embrace your new Chaplain when they walk into this school. They don’t walk in my shoes … they walk onto the foundation that I leave behind … they will bring their gifts and talents. 

Thank you all for your love and support. You will always have a special place in my heart and prayers.   

Much Love,
Chappy Chrissy 

Father's Day Afternoon

Father and father-figures are invited to the Cranbrook State School on Father’s Day afternoon hosted by the PCR Group and Student Council.

Enjoy an afternoon of Dads v Kids sport, draw-dad portraits, a mini photoshoot, afternoon tea and a free sausage sizzle!

Monday 6th September
3pm - 4:30pm

Thanks to Lamberts Fresh Produce and #Fixit Home Maintenance for supporting this very special event!

What's On in Year 5

Year 5 students have been working on their first chapter of a fantasy story.  Have a look at some of the amazing stories below!

Earlier this term students also enjoyed an online writing workshop with Dr. Cameron Stelzer.  We hope you enjoy this short video!

Amy Kennett
Year 5 Cohort Leader

The Arts Space

Eisteddfod

All students involved in the upcoming Eisteddfod Competition must have their permission slips returned to the office in order to compete.  Please download the form below or contact the office if you need another.  Students must come dressed in their Cranbrook Uniform and bring their lunch and drink bottle. Instrumental shirts can be collected on the morning of the performance from 8am in the Arts Block.  The School Bus will depart from school at 8:30am sharp.  Students will return to school by bus once they have competed.  

Please email us directly if you have any questions. 

Suellen Onslow - sjohn152@eq.edu.au

Sarah Earle - slear0@eq.edu.au

Sarah Earle & Suellen Onslow
Performing Arts Teachers

Spring Carnival

Please contact Louise on 0416 281 235 / louiseandian@hotmail.com

Spring Carnival - Letter Box Drop

Spring Fair Ride Bands

Amusements Plus will be bringing their Giant Clown Slide, Laser Skirmish, Motorised Mini Hotrod Jeeps, Mechanical Surfboard, Mechanical Bull, Merry-Go-Round, Rock Climbing Wall, Gladiator Duelling, Jumping Castles and more fun rides to our School Spring Fair on Friday, 10th September.

They are offering a pre-paid deal of $30.00 per child to use their rides all night.  On the day prices are higher.

Ride Bands can be purchased via QKR or at the Tuckshop and Uniform shop during normal opening hours.  

For all prepaid purchases of ride bands, please complete the form below and return it to the office with your payment. The special deal is also available to other friends and family members.  Please complete 1 form per family group.  Extra forms are available from the school. 

Your child will be issued with a receipt to be shown on the night to the collect your wristband.  A list of names will be kept.

Spring Carnival - Baked Goods Stall

News in Sports

Interschool Athletics Carnival

On Wednesday the 18th of August, the Cranbrook Athletics Team competed in the ‘C’ School Athletics carnival at the Townsville Sports Reserve and placed third overall.  

All the students showed great sportsmanship and great determination and we are all very proud of their efforts.  A selected few have also made it into the NQ athletics team which competed on Tuesday the 31st of August.

I would like to say "thank you" to all my wonderful helpers that assisted the students with their training in the lead up to the big day as I know the students really appreciate them putting aside their time.  

The following students made the NQ team: 

•    Dynesha- shot put (placed 5th with a throw of 8.11) 
•    Samicky - 100m
•    Kobie -100m  
•    Delphin- 100m and 200m 
•    Harley -shot put (placed second with a throw of 7.19m) 
•    Deakyn - 800m (placed 5th) 
•    Malakai - 100m, 200m, 800m (In the 100m he placed 14th overall for his age group) 

Upcoming events

T20 cricket blast-Thursday 9th September, selected year 5 and 6 students.

Lara Von Wald
HPE Teacher

Cranbrook OSHC

Cranbrook OSHC will be open for the pupil free day, 3rd September 2021 - Cost $55 for children  enrolled at the service.

Please see the attached vacation care program for the September school holidays.  Cost is $55 per day/per child with additional fees for incursions and excursions.  Children must be enrolled at the service to make a booking.

Cranbrook OSHC has a paperless enrolment process.  Please contact the service for the link to start your enrolment.  Phone:  4773 4424 or email: casc@bigpond.net.au

Prep Transition Program

From the P & C

Attendance Award - Week 7

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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