Carbrook Junior School Communications, 21 March 2024
Term 1 - Week 9
Upcoming Events
Friday 22 March: College Leader Induction Assembly; College Bush Dance; Gala Sport
Term 1 - Week 10
Monday 25 March: Prep Fun Run
Wednesday 27 March: Easter Chapel
Thursday 28 March: Free Dress/Crazy Hair Day
Friday 29 March: Good Friday Public Holiday
Coming Up
15 April: First day of Term 2
16-19 April: Year 6 Canberra Trip
Dear Parents and Carers
Week 9 has been busy but fulfilling. Everywhere you look in the CCC, you will see signs of Shrek and the excitement that is to come. I am certain that our Junior School students will love seeing our Middle/Senior students bring this musical to life.
Cross Country
On Wednesday, our Stage 1-3 students participated in the annual Calvary cross country event. It was a hot day, which made for tough running conditions, but our students showed resilience and motivation to get in and give this event their very best. It was a highlight for me to hear about how some of our students had been training with the goal of beating their time/place from last year. This is an example of how we see our students show excellence. They are giving their very best in that moment, whether they placed or not, this is worth celebrating.
Canberra Info Night
On Tuesday evening, the team who are travelling to Canberra with the year 6 cohort held an online info session. The students’ excitement was palpable as they begin to prepare for a rich exploration of our history and culture. Parents of year 6 students, please continue to send your class teachers any questions you may have as this trip approaches. Don’t forget to join our camp Facebook group to see our adventure through photos. Calvarycc Year6 Canberra 2024
NAPLAN
We are so proud of every year 3 and 5 student for giving their best in the NAPLAN testing. Thank you to our counselling team for upskilling students on how to manage worries and testing. NAPLAN finished with our counselling team celebrating by sharing donuts with our students.
Bush Dance
On Friday the 22 March the College is hosting it's annual Bush dance. Proceeds of this event will be going towards our Year 9 service trip to Chinchilla and more specifically Drought Angels. Parents and students from both campuses are welcome to join us from 6.30pm until 8.30pm on the ANZAC Lawn. We are very fortunate to have the very experienced and enthusiastic band for the evening Beefa's Bush Band performing and hosting the event for us again. Please note that there will be food and drinks on sale and a photo booth to take some memorable pictures of friends and family on the night.
Please use the link to purchase your tickets beforehand alternatively tickets can be purchased on the night.
Tickets online: https://www.trybooking.com/COLHF
Prep Fun Run
Preppies, we don’t want you missing out on an opportunity to show your speed and talent on the field. Our friendly Prep Fun Run will be held this Monday afternoon. Prep parents and friends, please join us from 2pm to run alongside your preppie and cheer them on.
Easter Chapel
Next Wednesday morning, we have our combined P-12 Easter chapel in the CCC from 8.45-9.30am. Parents and friends are warmly invited to come along and share in the Easter message of hope.
Funky Hair Fundraiser
The last day of term is our free dress and funky hair fundraiser. We are raising funds to support our College Compassion children. Students are asked to bring a gold coin donation for wearing free dress with a funky, fun or interesting hairstyle. Please read the Free Dress guidelines.
College Free Dress Guidelines 2024
Yours sincerely
Mrs Zoe O'Donnell
Acting Head of Junior School - Carbrook
Subway and Free Dress for the end of Term
We are hosting a Subways order day for the last day of Term 1 on the 28 March. Any students that wish to have some delicious subways delivered to the College at 11:00 (in time for first break) can use the flyer attached to complete their online orders. Please note that all orders should be completed by Monday 24 March 2024 and that there is an ice-block party for the class that has the most subways orders.
All proceeds from these initiatives will be used to support our Children of Compassion.
General Notices
Carpark Safety
During drop off and pick up windows the carpark is a busy area. To ensure the safety of everyone in the carpark, please maintain the speed limit and follow directional arrows in the carpark. Please use the pedestrian crossings when walking in the carpark.
Bus Transportation
Intercampus and College Service Buses to Carbrook
The College transitioned to a new bus management system called Rollcall at the start of 2024. Please click on the button for more updated information.
Easter School Holidays
OSHC
Please see below a link to the OSHC Vacation Care Program for the Term 1 School Holidays.
Parents can start securing their requested days via the Xplor Home app, or by emailing
Easter @ Real Life Christian Church
Real Life Christian Church warmly invites you and your family and friends to join with us as we celebrate Easter!
We will gather at 9:30-10:30am on both Good Friday and Easter Sunday for worship followed by morning tea in our courtyard.
Hot Cross Buns on Good Friday
Donuts (empty tombs!) on Easter Sunday
Calvary Coffee Cup Design Competition
We are excited to launch our Calvary Coffee Cup design competition!!
All students can get creative and submit a hand drawn design of their choice! Check out the video by our students for the details!
Students can collect the template from the office or café at each campus. Parents, could you please assist in making sure the students artwork is protected and doesn’t get damaged when submitting.
There will be three $50 Gift Card winners across our campuses. Two Junior Schools winners, and one Middle Senior Winner.
Artwork MUST be completed and submitted (with name and student number) to the office by Friday, end of Week 1, Term 2. Please ensure you have read the rules of participation.
GOOD LUCK and we can't wait to see our students at work!
Calvary Events
Our current College events can be found on our website: https://www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au/events/
All of our Parent Information can be found on our Website: https://www.calvarycc.qld.edu.au/parent-information/
Welcome to Week 9 in the Performing Arts space.
The term is almost over and students are already counting down the days. Please encourage students to have their instruments and music at home over the holidays and to play them a few times during the break.
Junior Showcase and Recitals
On Friday 7 June 2024 we will be having a Junior Showcase and Recital Evening at the Carbrook Campus commencing at 6pm, with students arriving at 5.30pm. All students from both campuses in Junior and Intermediate Ensembles will be performing as well as all students doing private lessons within the College. Please add this to your Calendars. An email will come at the start of Term 2 outlining what students need to wear and bring.
Instrumental Program
Private Individual Instrumental Music lesson enrolment: Register Here
Handbook: Instrumental Music Manual 2024.V3.pdf
After School Dance Classes (Carbrook Junior School)
Sign Up: https://forms.office.com/r/x6zD4xrUYj
Handbook: DANCE PROGRAM 2024.updated.pdf
Calvary Performing Arts Facebook
Please feel free to join the Calvary Performing Arts Facebook page to be kept up to date, and to see the details and pictures of our performances and activities over the year.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1390040011905950/
All correspondence regarding CPA, including questions, please send to Emma at: performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au