The Weekly Wrap 2025 – Term 1 Week 5 – 2025

Paul Luke

Year 6 Leadership at Craigburn – Janine McKay (Student Wellbeing Leader)

Year 6 is a special milestone for our students at Craigburn, as they take on leadership roles and set a positive example for younger peers. To support their growth, we have established the Year 6 Leadership Teams program, providing all students with opportunities to develop confidence, teamwork, and responsibility—key qualities that align with our school values.

Each Year 6 student is part of one of four leadership teams:

  • Environmental Leaders – Promote sustainability, lead eco-projects, and care for Craigburn’s garden and outdoor spaces.
  • Be Active Leaders – Encourage physical activity, organise sports day, support the Premier’s Be Active Challenge, and plan PE Week activities.
  • SRC Executive Leaders – Lead SRC initiatives, run whole-school assemblies, and represent student voice within Craigburn.
  • Media & Communications Leaders – Capture and share Craigburn’s events through digital media, newsletters, and school promotions.

We are excited to see our Year 6 students embrace these leadership opportunities and make a positive impact on our school community.

Year 6 Leadership Training Day – by Year 6 students

On Friday, 14th February, the Year 6 students at Craigburn Primary School participated in an exciting Leadership Training Day run by Beyond Limits. The day was filled with engaging activities designed to help us discover and strengthen our leadership skills.

We learned that leadership comes in many forms and that every student has the potential to lead in their own way. Since we all have different skills, we explored how to use them effectively to support and inspire others. Throughout the day, we took part in various challenges that not only highlighted the leadership skills we already had but also helped us develop the ones we needed to improve.

The activities focused on key leadership components, including teamwork, problem-solving, communication, encouragement, listening, and embracing each other’s strengths. By working together, we built our confidence, learned to trust one another, and gained valuable insights into what makes an effective leader.

Overall, the Beyond Limits Leadership Training Day was an inspiring and valuable experience for all Year 6 students. We left the day feeling motivated and prepared to take on leadership roles within our school community. We look forward to applying our new skills and positively impacting our school community throughout the year.

Here are a few anecdotal thoughts from our Year 6 students:

“I learned that leadership isn’t just about being in charge—it’s about listening, supporting others, and working together. There’s no ‘I’ in team, and achieving a goal is much easier when everyone contributes.” — Lincoln 

“The teamwork activities helped me step out of my comfort zone and trust my peers. I learned to communicate more effectively, listen to others’ ideas, and solve problems more efficiently as a team.” — Gillian 

“I never saw myself as a leader before, but now I understand that leadership comes in many different forms.” — Haddie 

Student Representative Council (SRC) – 2025 Representatives Announced – Janine McKay (Student Wellbeing Leader)

We are excited to announce our newly elected Student Representative Council (SRC) members for 2024.

Congratulations to all students who applied and presented speeches to their peers. We were incredibly impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment shown by each applicant.

We understand that not every student who applied was selected this time, and while this may be disappointing, we want to remind all students that leadership is about more than just holding a title. Being a leader is about kindness, helping others, and setting a positive example every day. There will be many opportunities throughout the year to contribute to school projects and initiatives, and we encourage all students to stay involved and continue making a difference.

Our newly elected SRC representatives will participate in a Leader’s Training Day this Tuesday, where they will develop leadership skills, teamwork, and set goals for the year ahead.

E23 – Drozdoff – Koby, Charlotte E24 – Thanawathik – Lawson, Ever E25 – Bremner – Aprili, Cameron

A1 – Woolford – Peyton, Sienna A3 – Wright/Bower – Izzy, Gautam C14 – Khalaf/McMahon – Evie, Ruby

C15 – Humphrys/McMahon – Elsie, Ava C16 – Hepworth/McMahon – Mae, Penelope C17 – Sutherland – Ruby, Lily

B13 – Webster – Jesse, Sophie B11 – Somerset/Shearer – Imogen, Jack B12 – Fergusson – Alice

B8 – Grant – Addison B9 – Lemmey – Anaya 

Cross Country Training Begins

Cross Country training kicks off this Tuesday morning at 8:00 am on the school oval. All interested students in Years 4-6 are encouraged to come along and get involved. More information can be found here.

Annual General Meeting & 2025 Governing Council

A big thank you to the parents who attended last week’s Annual General Meeting on Monday evening. We shared highlights from 2024 and acknowledged the contributions of staff, students, and families in shaping our school community. Reports were presented by the Principal, Governing Council Chairperson, and sub-committee convenors, covering School Sports, Friends of Craigburn (Fundraising), Finance, Canteen, and OSHC.

We are pleased to welcome our 2025 Governing Council members:
Katelyn Adams, Kelly Howlett, Sally-Ann Prince, Bridget Dansie, Annika Reinke, Kim Altschwager, Bec May, Tamara McMaster, Skye Jeffery,  Lisa Mackie, Breanna Rosser and Sarah Jordan

We look forward to a productive and rewarding year ahead.

Join a Governing Council Sub-Committee

Our Governing Council Sub-Committees play a vital role in shaping school life. Each committee consists of parent volunteers and a school leadership representative who work together to develop ideas, strategies, and initiatives. No experience is needed—just a willingness to get involved. Meetings are typically held twice per term outside school hours, lasting 45-60 minutes.

To nominate for a Sub-Committee, please register your interest via the front office. Thank you to those who have already expressed interest—meeting details will be shared soon.

Sub-Committees & Their Roles

Friends of Craigburn (Parent & Community Engagement – Fundraising)
Organises fundraising events, social activities, and parent engagement to strengthen our school community. Volunteers can also assist during school hours.

School Garden
Supports the development of our school community garden, working alongside our garden educator to promote student wellbeing and environmental learning.

Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)
Ensures our OSHC service meets national regulations, aligns with school values, and maintains high-quality care.

Canteen
Works with the canteen manager to ensure a healthy, affordable menu, encourages volunteers, and advises on menu planning and pricing.

Sports
Supports school sports by working with coordinators, coaches, and volunteers to improve offerings, set behavioural expectations, and plan for student participation.

Finance
Advises on budget matters, monitors revenue and expenses, and assists with financial planning alongside the Business Manager and Principal.

We encourage all parents to get involved—your support makes a real difference.

Reporting Student Absences – Reminder

With the Education Management System (EMS) now in place, please note that you can no longer initiate a text message to report your child’s absence. 

However, if your child has an unexplained absence, you will still receive a text from the school, which you can reply to.

You can continue to report absences using the following methods:

📧 Email: dl.1226.admin@schools.sa.edu.au
 🌐 Website:https://craigburn.sa.edu.au/report-an-absence/
 📞 Phone: 8270 4144

Thank you for your cooperation.

NAPLAN

This year the National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) for year 3, 5, 7 and 9 takes place from Wednesday 12th March to Monday 24th March. As per the recent post, Craigburn will again be participating in NAPLAN Online. All assessments will be done online by students, apart from Year 3 Writing which will continue in the paper based form.

Students in Years 3 and 5 will participate in the practice test on Tuesday 25th February.

Friendly Reminders

School Sports – Soccer and Netball

Craigburn Primary School has a proud history of successful after-school sports programs, run by dedicated volunteer parents. These programs provide students with valuable opportunities to participate in a variety of sports, develop game skills, build teamwork, and, most importantly, foster a lifelong love of sport.

After school sports programs already underway in 2025 are:

  • Cricket: Played in Terms 1 and 4 – for students in Years 2 -6. Teams are graded according to age and compete against other schools as part of the Sturt Districts Cricket Association.
  • Basketball: Played in Terms 1, 2, 3 and 4 – is for students in Years 3-6. Teams are graded according to year level and compete against other schools on weekday afternoons at the Blackwood High School Recreation Centre.

After school sports played in Terms 2 and 3

Soccer 

  • For students in Years 2-6, fixtures and rules of play are governed by the Southern District Junior Soccer Association (SDJSA).
  • Games for children in the Under 8’s to Seniors are played on Saturday mornings between 8.00am and 12.00pm.
  • Games are played at home (Craigburn Primary School) or away at other school facilities.
  • Training is scheduled weekly, one night after school.
  • For students in Reception and Year 1, children will play in the non-competitive Aliens team. Aliens sessions are once a week, on our school oval at a time determined by the coach. 

Netball

  • For students in Years 2 -6.
  • The season is organised by the Southern Area Junior Netball Association with games being played in Terms 2 and 3 on Saturday mornings at varying times and local school venues.
  • Games are played on Saturday mornings from 9.00am for the older teams (generally Years 4-6) and from 10.00am for the younger teams (generally Years 2 and 3).
  • Placement of players in teams is determined by the netball coordinators, team coaches and school personnel.
  • Training days and times are determined by the coordinators in consultation with team coaches – once teams have been finalised. Parents will be contacted at the earliest opportunity by the coach when teams have been notified.

Cross Country is also offered to students in Year 4 -6, who train before school leading up to the Southern Heights Cross Country Carnival at Belair in May.

Please stay tuned for Registration details.

Student Use of Mobile Phones and Personal Devices Policy

A reminder that a ‘Student Use of Mobile Phones and Personal Devices Policy’ was introduced to schools in 2024. 

We ask that parents are familiar with this policy which relates to personal devices not being carried / worn by students during the school day. Note personal devices, include mobile phones and smart watches that are capable of sending or receiving messages or calls and/or able to connect to the internet.

Volunteering at Craigburn

At Craigburn, we are incredibly fortunate to have the support of parents, carers, and friends who generously give their time to help our school. There are many ways to get involved, whether you have time during the week, on weekends, or just an hour here and there.

Some opportunities to volunteer include:

  • Assisting in the classroom or supporting children with reading.
  • Helping in the canteen, school garden, or library.
  • Joining a committee, coaching a sports team, or assisting where needed..
  • Accompanying students on excursions or camps.
  • Supporting school events, programs, and other initiatives.

How to Get Started

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students, all volunteers are required to complete the following steps in line with departmental policy:

  1. Volunteer Application
    • Complete a Department for Education Volunteer Application form, including a declaration.
  2. RRHAN-EC Online Induction
    • Complete the Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse, and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Online Induction Session for Volunteers (approx. 90 minutes). This includes general online induction information.
  3. Role-Specific Induction
    • Understand the responsibilities of your volunteer role as part of an induction with relevant school personnel (e.g., a classroom teacher for class support).
  4. Volunteer Agreement
    • Sign the Department for Education Volunteer Agreement form, which outlines the school’s and volunteer’s responsibilities.
  5. Working with Children Check (WWCC)
    • Complete a DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC). This process is now self-managed through the DHS Screening website and is free for volunteers.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact the front office for more information. We greatly appreciate your support in making Craigburn an engaging and thriving learning community.

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Term 1 Planner

  • Adelaide Cup Public Holiday – Monday 10th March
  • NAPLAN starts – Years 3 and 5 – Wednesday 12th March
  • Year 3-5 Swimming – from Monday 24th – Friday 28th March
  • Year 6 Aquatics – Wednesday 26th March
  • Sports Day – Friday 4th April
  • Reception – Year 2 Swimming – Monday 28th April – Friday 2nd May

More dates to follow as they are confirmed.

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