We hope families have had a restful weekend.
Book Week News
A big week ahead leading up to our annual Book Week Dress Up Day and Parade on Friday 23 August. If you haven’t yet caught up with the details, please take time to read these recent posts containing information about the Book Fair, Second Hand Costume Shop and Author visits and Dress Up Day Parade.
Dress Up Day and Parade
Families are welcome to join us for our annual whole school Dress Up Day Parade, which will be held outside (weather permitting) on the bottom court adjacent to the amphitheatre – commencing at 9.15am. Our Friends of Craigburn team has organised a Coffee Van for the morning, so feel free to grab a coffee / tea / hot chocolate before the parade starts.
Students can come dressed as a character related to the theme, Reading is Magic, or their favourite book character. We encourage students and families to be creative when planning costumes and utilise what you already have at home.
If you have any pre-loved costumes you would like to donate to our Second Hand Costume Shop please send them to school. Please remember to drop by the Second Hand Costume Shop, which will be open in the Library. An assortment of book character clothes and accessories will be available all priced under $2. Funds raised will be used by our environment team for ongoing projects in our school garden.
Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair continues in the Library on Thursday 22nd to Tuesday 27th August. Please check in with the Book Fair post for full details. The entrance to the Book Fair is via the side door of the library opposite the year one classrooms. We look forward to you visiting us on one of these days with your child’s wish list. We would love community volunteers to assist with the Book Fair. Please see me (Krysten) if you would like to assist.
Author / Illustrator Visits
We are looking forward to award winning author Charlie Archbold joining us on Wednesday. Charlie will be working with our Year 4-6 students and sharing her creative process for writing novels and picture books.
Reading Olympics Wrap
Well done to all students who entered our Craigburn Olympic Readathon. We had a total of 49 students participate with E25 taking out the class award for most minutes read at 2648 minutes (44 hours).
Our total ‘Minutes Read count for Craigburn PS 18,796 or 313 hours or 44 days!!! an Olympic Effort.
At our assembly on Friday we presented 4 awards: the gold, silver and bronze and junior olympian awards to our winners. Congratulations to the following award winners, who receive a gift certificate to spend at our scholastic book fair next week.
- Gold – Natalie H (C16) – 1759 minutes ( 29 hours )
- Silver – Emily S (B8) – 1449 minutes ( 24 hours )
- Bronze – Scarlett B9 – 1321 minutes (21 hours)
- Junior Olympian Award – Angad (D20) – 1090 minutes (18 hours)
Well done to all our participants who will receive a certificate of participation.
Science Week Wrap
We’ve had an exciting Science Week at Craigburn Primary, with the theme ‘Species Survival.’ Our students have been engaged in various activities that highlight the importance of preserving species and understanding their survival.
A highlight was Thursday’s talk by Diego, a palaeontologist from Adelaide University, who captivated our Year 2-6 students with his knowledge of fossils and species survival.
Coming up on Monday, our Reception and Year 1 students will participate in a presentation from the “Bugs n Slugs” team. Kris will introduce them to the world of invertebrates and their essential role in our ecosystems. It’s sure to be a fun and educational experience.
Friendology – URSTRONG Workshop Reminder
Last week, we marked “Mean on Purpose No Way Day” as part of our National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. In line with our Friendology 101 curriculum, we focussed on the behaviour with the term “Mean on Purpose” to reduce stigma and promote healthy conflict resolution.
Students have been learning to embrace individuality, respect differences, and create a supportive environment. Our whole school assembly featured each class sharing insights on being a good friend.
The URSTRONG program continued this week with age-specific Friendology lessons:
- Reception to Year 2: Embracing feelings.
- Years 3 and 4: Making new friends.
- Years 5 and 6: Understanding friendship “truths.”
Our Free Online Parent Workshop is almost here. Please register if you haven’t already.
All families are invited to join a free online parent webinar scheduled for Wednesday evening, 6.00pm 21st August.
This interactive session, presented by Tyson Greenwood from URSTRONG, will provide valuable insights into the URSTRONG program and offer practical tips for supporting your child’s friendship skills at home.
Father’s Day – Gift Stall and Breakfast
Craigburn Primary School will be celebrating Father’s Day with a special stall and breakfast. The Father’s Day Stall will be held on Wednesday, 28 August 2024, where students can purchase gifts priced between $1.00 and $5.00. Parents are advised to send their children with no more than $10.00. Volunteers are needed to assist with the stall, and interested individuals should contact the front office.
Additionally, our Friends of Craigburn team will host a Father’s Day Breakfast on Friday, 30 August 2024, starting at 8:00 am. Sweet and savoury muffins are available for purchase via Qkr!, with the final day to order being Tuesday, 27 August at 3:00 pm. For further details, please refer to the Father’s Day Post and flyers sent home.
SSO Appreciation Week
This week, we take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable presence of our School Service Officers (SSOs) and the positive impact they have on the lives of students, teachers and families.
We extend our gratitude for the work our SSOs undertake across all aspects of school life, ranging from administrative tasks and financial matters to maintaining our library and ICT networks, nurturing student well-being, tending to the school garden and grounds, and providing essential learning support.
Thank you to – Clare, Bron, Hayley, Julianne, Travis, Emily, Chelsea, Krysten, Genna, Tyson, Sam, Hannah, Catherine and Linda. We hope you enjoy the week.
Footsteps Dance Program
We are excited to inform you that our students will be participating in the Footsteps Dance program, a dynamic and engaging series of dance lessons designed to enhance students’ physical activity, coordination, and social skills. The program offers a fun and inclusive environment where students can express themselves through movement while learning various dance styles. These sessions are not only a great way for students to stay active but also foster teamwork, confidence, and creativity. We look forward to seeing our students enjoy and benefit from this wonderful experience.
Sports News
Soccer
The U9 soccer team had a great night (last Monday) at Bowker Oval tonight participating in the Carnival! They played 4 games over 2½ hours in balmy conditions. Thanks to all the parent helpers and those out there supporting ⚽️👏🏻
Weekend Netball
Year 3/5 – Craigburn Blue V Glen Osmond (4-8). Although we didn’t get a win this week it was a fantastic effort from the year 3/4 time at home against Glen Osmond this morning. Very close and well matched game throughout. There was a great show of teamwork and well thought out passes between the girls along with some really impressive defending on court. Coach – Emma
Friendly Reminders
School Photo Make Up Day – Monday 19 August
Reception Transition for 2025
Families that have a sibling enrolment for starting Reception at Craigburn in 2025 should have received an offer of enrolment letter also outlining information for transition visits, which will occur over three consecutive Wednesdays on 13th, 20th and 27th of November.
Leaving Craigburn in 2025?
Aside from Year 6 students graduating at the end of this year – if your child will not be returning to Craigburn Primary School in 2025, please inform the front office, by phone 8270 4144 or email dl.1226.admin@schools.sa.edu.au
This will help us with our forward planning for the 2025 school year. Thank you.
Change of Contact Details
To help us keep up to date with family and emergency contact details please contact the front office with your change of details.
Lost Property
Lost Property is continuing to build up again – please check for any items that may have been misplaced.
Recent Posts
- Mean on Purpose No Way Day
- Friendology – Free Parent Workshop and Membership
- Father’s Day Stall and Breakfast
- IGNITE – Round 3 Applications Open
- Book Fair
- Book Week second-hand costume shop
- Friendology – Inner Ninja
- Exciting New Wellbeing Program at Craigburn Primary School: URSTRONG
- Reading Is Magical!!!
Yearly Planner 2024
Term 3
- Governing Council Meeting – Tuesday 20 August
- Book Week Parade – Friday 23 August
- Father’s Day Stall – Thursday 29 August
- Father’s Day Breakfast – Friday 30 August
- School Closure Day – Monday 2 September
- Premier’s Challenges End – Friday 6 September
- RUOK Day – Thursday 12 September
- Governing Council Meeting – Monday 16 September
- End of Term – Friday 27 September – Early Dismissal
Term 4
- Term 4 Starts – Monday 14 October
- World Teachers Day – Friday 25 October
- Governing Council Meeting – Monday 28 October
- Year 4/5 Camp – Monday 28 – Wednesday 30 October
- Year 6 Camp – Monday 4 – Wednesday 6 November
- Melbourne Cup Day – Tuesday 5 November
- Remembrance Day – School – Monday 11 November
- Reception Transition 1 – Wednesday 13 November
- Governing Council Meeting – Monday 18 November
- Reception Transition 2 – Wednesday 20 November
- Student Free Day – Monday 25 November
- Reception Transition 3 – Wednesday 27 November
- Celebration Night – Monday 9 December
- Year 7 Graduation – Wednesday 11 December
- End of Term / School Year – Friday 13 December
