The Weekly Wrap – Term 3 Week 6 – 2024

We hope everyone had a restful weekend after an incredible Book Week!

A huge thank you to Krysten and Emily for their outstanding work in bringing the library to life with engaging activities and decorations. Their dedication truly made the week special for our students.

The Dress-Up Day Parade on Friday was a particular highlight, and it was wonderful to see so much creativity and enthusiasm. Thanks to all families who helped make the day a memorable experience. Special thanks to Evie and Lachie for their exceptional role as comperes – their efforts truly added an extra layer of excellence to the parade.

A sincere thank you too, to parent Denes Nagy, for his expertise in running the artist workshops in our library as part of Book Week celebrations. We greatly appreciated Denes volunteering his time to make the artist workshops special for our students. The students were engaged in the sessions and expressed how much they enjoyed learning from Denes.

A reminder that the Scholastic Book Fair continues in the Library until Tuesday. 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 if you haven’t already done so.

Father’s Day – Gift Stall and Breakfast

We’re excited to celebrate Father’s Day with two special events at Craigburn Primary School!

Father’s Day Stall
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Our Father’s Day Stall will be open, offering a wonderful selection of gifts priced between $1.00 and $5.00. This is a great opportunity for students to choose something special for their dads or another significant person in their life. We recommend sending your child with no more than $10.00 to spend.

Volunteers Needed: We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help run the stall. If you’re interested, please reach out to the front office.

Father’s Day Breakfast
Friday, 30 August 2024 | 8:00 am
Join us for a delicious Father’s Day Breakfast hosted by our Friends of Craigburn team. Sweet and savoury muffins will be available for purchase via Qkr! Be sure to place your orders by Tuesday, 27 August at 3:00 pm.

We understand that not all children have a father, and we encourage them to participate by celebrating any special person in their life—be it a grandfather, uncle, or family friend.

For more information, please check out the Father’s Day Post and flyers sent home. We look forward to celebrating with you.

School Closure Day

A reminder that next Monday 2nd September is a School Closure Day. OSHC will also be closed on the day..

Our remaining student free day for 2024 is in Term 4 Week 7 on Monday 25th November.

URSTRONG – Friendology

We hope that all of you who attended the online URSTRONG parent-child webinar on Wednesday, the 21st, are now feeling like Friendship Coaches, better equipped with strategies and language to reinforce our Friendology curriculum.

We are excited to announce that, due to overwhelming interest and numerous requests, we have scheduled an additional session of our recent URSTRONG parent webinar. Many of you reached out, expressing your regret at missing the previous event due to other commitments, and we want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to be involved.

Please check in with our latest URSTRONG post for the new webinar date and how to access free parent membership.

Student-Led Lunchtime Activities

Lunchtime at Craigburn Primary School is more than just a break to eat—it’s a valuable opportunity for students to have fun and learn. Our senior student leaders are facilitating various lunchtime activities, helping students build friendships, feel connected to the school community, and develop essential skills.

In Week 6, students can look forward to these exciting activities:

Monday (Gratitude Leaders): Soccer on the Oval for Year 2 – Year 3.
Tuesday (SRC Leaders): Father’s Day Craft in the Library for Reception to Year 2.
Wednesday (Environment Leaders): Garden Nature Play in the Environmental Learning Centre for Reception to Year 6.
Thursday (STEM Leaders): Scratch Block Coding & Epic Book Club in B12 for Year 2 – Year 6.
Friday (Be Active Leaders): Basketball on the Bottom Court for Year 5 – Year 6.

Stay tuned for more exciting announcements about the activities our student leaders have planned in the coming weeks. These lunchtime sessions are a fantastic way for students to enjoy their break while growing together as a school community.

Premier’s Reading Challenge

Congratulations to students who have already completed the 2024 Premier’s Reading Challenge.

The Reading Challenge remains open to the end of week 7, Friday 6 September, and requires students to read 12 books – 8 books from the Premier’s Reading Challenge booklist and 4 personal choice books. Eligible books include e-books, audio books, class/shared reading, prescribed books for school, non-fiction books, books read as research for assignments or books in another language.

Every student needs a Student Reading Record, available from the library or one can be downloaded here.

Footsteps Dance Program

As part of the physical education and performing arts curriculum areas, students in all year levels will be participating in a series of Footsteps Dance lessons. Footsteps is a dynamic dance program designed to cater to all skill levels. Each session is led by energetic instructors who create a supportive and enjoyable environment for every student. Beginning on Monday, sessions will be held weekly for six weeks. We look forward to learning new dance moves and choreographing our items for the end of year Celebration night.

Parent forum for parents and carers of children with disability

Parents and carers of children with disability are invited to join a free parent forum on Thursday 12 September 2024.

The forum will focus on department services and processes available to support school refusal. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with the Assistant Director Inclusive Practice and SIES Senior Advisors.

Date: Thursday 12 September 2024
Time: 9.45am to 2.00pm
Location: 72a Marlborough St, Henley Beach

Sports News

Netball

Year 3/4

Mitcham V Craigburn 3/4 Team (7-14)

We were back down the hill at Mitcham for our penultimate game this beautiful sunny morning. The energy on the court was high and we really saw the girls taking lots of chances and creating goal opportunities with their well thought out passes. Lots of goals scored from all of the shooters on the court today, well done team on another great game!

Coach – Emma

Netball Year 5/6

It was a glorious sunny Saturday morning for the Y5/6 netball, with Craigburn defeating Coromandel Valley in an amazing nail biter of a home game, 13 – 9. The girls had a tight defence in the centre and a solid attack, which saw them overtake the score with 7 goals in the final quarter to take the win! The girls should be commended for their dedication at training; implementing new skills in each game and working as a cohesive team. They have improved tremendously since the beginning of the season and we are so proud of them!

Coaches – Annika and Karen

Friendly Reminders

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.

Yearly Planner 2024

Term 3

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

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