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Welcome back for Term 1
We have had a fabulous start to the 2023 school year and I thank our teachers and support staff for their enthusiasm and the warm welcome back they have shown our 2023 students and families. The beginning of the school year is exciting as students start their new year of learning, get to know their new teacher and re-connect with friends. It was lovely to meet many students and families during the week.
We recognise that the start of the school year can also be daunting for some students and we have spent time this week reviewing our expectations and routines so that all students feel prepared and ready for learning.
We welcome back some staff returning from leave, Mrs Stacey Peach; Mr Shaun Kirby; Mrs Loan Dang. We also welcome our new Year 1 teacher, Miss Ashleigh Kroll, our new GO Mrs Kathy Thornton and our Social Worker, Mrs Bec Blake.
I am looking forward to the term ahead, sharing your child’s school and learning journey and continuing the strong community partnerships that are evident at Craigslea SS.
Traffic and parking around the school grounds
The safety of our students, staff and families is paramount. Please be mindful of no parking areas and safe pick up and drop off zones. There are a number of areas around the school with yellow lines – these are a no parking at any time zone. The school car parks are accessible at drop off and pick up only for our parents of students with a disability and medical needs. Please do not open gates or follow another car into the car park if you do not have permission for this.
Communication
School information and notifications about upcoming events are shared via a number of platforms including the newsletter, QParents, facebook, schoolzine and emails from teachers. Please make sure that you have access to one or more of these so you are kept up-to-date. There will be information shared in the next two weeks regarding our school leaders badge ceremony and NAPLAN online this term for our years 3 and 5 students.
Nikki
Welcome to our new families to the Craigslea State School community. We look forward to educating your child.
Congratulations to everyone for a great start on Monday! It was lovely seeing our students return for another year of learning and growing, a little bit taller and full of stories from their summer break. A special mention to our 2023 Prep students who have settled well into their classes.
This section of the newsletter will be jointly written by the Deputy Principals, Sarah Abdy and Natalie Marhinin.
Sarah Abdy Natalie Marhinin
Craigslea State School - Therapy Dog – Roxy
Craigslea State School is very lucky to have a trained Therapy Dog at school 2-3 days a week. Roxy is a two-year old Cavoodle who has lived with Mrs Abdy since she was 8 weeks old. She is a very loved family member. Roxy loves to greet all people and is a very gentle dog.
Over the past six months, we have seen the benefits of having a therapy dog at school. The students and staff love having Roxy around the school.
I understand there may be some questions:
What are the benefits of a therapy dog?
- A calming effect on students;
- Reduced stress and improved self-esteem;
- Improving attendance, behaviour and concentration;
- Fostering a sense of responsibility – to nurture and respect;
- Motivating students to think and to learn, as most children have a high level of natural interest in, enthusiasm for and enjoyment of animals;
- Encouraging respect and thereby improving students’ relationships with each other, parents and teachers;
- Promoting our wellbeing agenda for students and staff.
How has the school planned for this?
- A full risk assessment and policy has been written and will be available on the website;
- All contact will be carefully planned and children will not be left unsupervised with Roxy;
- Roxy will be on a lead at all times in the school grounds;
- When not working, Roxy will be with Mrs Abdy in her office;
- Animal welfare considerations have been carefully adhered to.
What about allergies?
- Roxy is a Cavoodle and the breed is hyper-allergenic and known for their non-shedding qualities;
- Movement around the school will be controlled;
- Any child working with Roxy will wash their hands before and after.
We know there will be lots of parents/caregivers who support having Roxy to our school. However, there will be a form going home to parents/caregivers if they wish their child NOT to interact with Roxy.
Dogs of at Craigslea State School
Dogs are prohibited to be onsite without certifications. Currently, we have two dogs that are certified to be onsite. These dogs are Roxy – School Therapy Dog and Kelsey who is the guide dog of a parent at our school.
Sarah Abdy & Natalie Marhinin
QParents
Invitations to register with QParents were sent out this week to new families from no.reply@qparents.qld.edu.au. Please contact the office or check you 'Junk folder' if you have not received this invitation. A hardcopy letter with your child's EQID (Education QLD Identification Number) was sent home. This is required for registering with QParents
We are asking ALL parents to register and download the QParents App. as Craigslea State School will be delivering permissions forms for your child to attend excursions, camps, consents forms, invoices etc. via the QParents platform ONLY.
Student Resource Scheme
Fee in 2023 is $80 for Prep – Year 6.
Returning Students: Payment is due by 17 February, 2023. Those who have already completed participation forms from previous years have been emailed. Please log into your QParents to pay.
New Students: Please complete the Participation Form available via QParents once you have registered. Invoices will be emailed out and payable via QParents.
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School Holidays
School resumes
Assembly - NAIDOC
Eco Club - Term 3
Eco Club - Term 3
School Trees Day
2025 Life ED Talk About It
P&C General Meeting
OSHC Educators Day
Due (Consent & Payment) - 2025 Perform Education Year 1 and Year 2
