The Weekly Wrap – Term 3 Week 7 – 2024

We hope everyone had a restful long weekend!

A big thank you to everyone who supported our Father’s Day Stall and Breakfast last week. On Wednesday, our annual Father’s Day Stall was a great success, thanks to our Friends of Craigburn team of parent volunteers who made it happen – we truly appreciated the support helping children to purchase a special gift.

Friday morning’s Father’s Day breakfast was a special time for Craigburn dads, grandads, and special people to come together. We appreciate everyone who joined us, helped out, and enjoyed a coffee and muffin. A special shout out to Lisa Mackie for organising the special delivery of tasty muffins. We were mindful of our students’ diverse family situations, and we appreciate everyone’s efforts in making sure all students felt included and supported.

Meet Fantastic Mr Fox the Scarecrow at the Royal Adelaide Show

We’re excited to share that our Year 6 students have won Third Place in the Book Character Scarecrow Competition at the Royal Adelaide Show with their amazing creation—Fantastic Mr. Fox! 🦊

Remaining Student Free Day

A reminder that our remaining student free day for 2024 is in Term 4 Week 7 on Monday 25 November. OSHC will be open for bookings.

URSTRONG – Friendology Update

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 on 15th October. 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 on how to access free parent membership and stay tuned for registration details for the parent webinar on 15th October.

Parent Survey

The annual parent survey closes midnight Sunday 8 September. For more information please visit the department’s website. This survey aims to get your views on:

what we’re doing well
where we can improve
what’s important to you as a parent/carer.

Your answers won’t identify you or your child and only collated feedback is provided to our school.

You should have already received a link to the survey via email or SMS. Reminder emails are currently being sent to you unless you have completed a survey or have unsubscribed.

Please take the time to complete the survey, this is valuable information for our school.

Premier’s Reading Challenge – Closes soon

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

The Reading Challenge closes at the end of this week, 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.

Please encourage your child to hand in their record sheets before the end of the week. Unfortunately, late forms can’t be accepted.

Sports News

Netball

Year 3/4

Craigburn Blue (year 3/4) V Tenison Woods. It was our last game of the season at home this morning, it was an exciting watch from start to finish and we came away with a draw. The game really showcased everything the girls have learnt and progressed on over the season, they put up a great game both defensively and in attack. Each player should be very proud of themselves for their efforts during this season. Most importantly I would like to commend them all on their team spirit which they have shown without fail throughout every game. Congratulations Craigburn Blue on a fantastic season!

Coach – Emma

Netball Year 5/6

The weather wasn’t our friend for the final game of the netball season, with the Eden Hills defeating our Craigburn girls 17 – 10. Our girls have really developed their netball skills throughout the season and should be proud of themselves. It was a tough season but they played with pride.

A big shout out to our year 6 girls who represented Craigburn for the final time – Sophie M, Autumn F, Evie M, Layla W and Zoey V. They were fantastic leaders throughout the season and we wish them well for the future. Thank you to all our wonderful parents for their support this season. They’ve helped with half-time fruit, lollies, timing, scoring and most importantly, being our awesome cheer squad! We couldn’t do it without you all.

Until next season.

Y5/6 Coaches – Annika & Karen

Hats back on!

Please ensure your child has a hat before they come to school every day. School hats are required for recess, lunch and other outdoor learning activities. School hats can be purchased through Qkr!, or at the front office.

Planning for 2025

Planning is underway for the 2025 school year, which includes organising staffing, class structures and placements.

To assist with our planning, we would appreciate it if you could advise us if your child(ren) will not continue their schooling at Craigburn next year. If this is the case, please contact the school via phone 8270 4144 or email dl.1226.admin@schools.sa.edu.au This does not include any current Year 6 students. Thank you.

Friendly Reminders

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

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.

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.

School opens at 8.30am

Students should not be on school grounds prior to this time unless supervised by a parent / carer.

Traffic and Parking

The local council has clear signage / road markings in relation to off-street parking. We respectfully ask families and friends to be extra mindful of adhering to the parking rules and regulations. This is in the best interest of safety for our students / families and local residents.

Yearly Planner 2024

Term 3

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

Craigburn Connections

A learning community

The Weekly Wrap – Term 3 Week 7 – 2024