“Do you like sharks?” was the first question asked of Mr Irvine when he met the children from 3J on Friday. Some children, particularly the boys, were pleased that he does. They were very excited to meet him! Mr Irvine will be teaching 3J from next term as Mrs Jenkins travels overseas to teach. We … Continue reading »
Jun
15
Jun
14
Spellers’ Cup Challenge 2013 Presentation
The Junior School “Spellers’ Cup Challenge 2013″ trophies and awards will be presented at the Junior School assembly on Monday 17 June. Parents are invited to attend.
Jun
14
Parents of students in Years 2 and 3 in 2014: Video of Presentation-iPad Programme 2014
On Tuesday the 11th of June, the College ran two information sessions for parents of students in Years 2 and 3 in 2014 covering the College iPad Program. One of these presentations was recorded to provide those who were unable to make it to either event, a way to see the presentation. The video is located … Continue reading »
Jun
13
Congratulations Amelia!
Amelia Valentine, year 3, acted from the heart when she commenced a campaign to save a Silvery Gibbon. Amelia, helped by her family, produced a video to persuade people to get involved, and made monkey badges and key rings to sell in order to raise money for the cause. Children in Junior school purchased badges … Continue reading »
Jun
13
Mrs Luthy
Mrs Luthy is taking long service leave next term. Mrs Annette Litzow will replace her in Learning Enrichment during this time. As Mrs Litzow has been in this role for one day per week during this year the Junior school children know her well. Parents who wish to meet with Mrs Luthy are asked to … Continue reading »
Jun
12
Safety House Closure
A sincere thank you to the parents who have given so much of their time to keep our children safe through their work with Safety House. These ladies have attended meetings, trained as Safety House people, promoted Yellow Day, dressed up as Ima, taught the children strategies to stay safe and organised visiting speakers such … Continue reading »
Jun
12
Talking Parenting-Resilience
The Talking Parenting-Resilience coffee and chats have now finished for this term. There are still more topics to discuss and parents will be informed of when they will resume. Thank you to all the parents who have attended and shared their ideas with others. It’s been really worthwhile!
Jun
12
Meet The Teacher
Parents of children in year 3J are invited to meet Mr Darrel Irvine on Friday 14 June 2-3pm. Mr Irvine is replacing Mrs Jenkins who is going to teach overseas next semester. Refreshments will be provided. When: Friday 14 June, 2-3pm Where: M block performing arts room.
Jun
11
Earn And Learn Stickers And Sheets
As you know, our school has been participating in the Woolworths Earn & Learn programme. The programme has now finished for this year, so a big thanks to everyone who supported our school. We’re now at the important stage of the programme where Points Sheets are collected and lodged as our Earn & Learn claim. … Continue reading »
Jun
11
Working Parents Research Project
Researchers from the University of Queensland are looking for working parents to take part in a survey looking at the effects of working life on Queensland children and families. We are particularly interested in Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) and Drive-in/Drive-out (DIDO) workers but value and encourage input from all kinds of working parents. The survey will only … Continue reading »
Jun
11
Redlands PCYC Blue Light Disco
Blue Light Disco for students in Years 1 to 7 (Parents welcome) Friday 21 June 2013 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Redlands PCYC, Cnr Mt Cotton Road and Degen Road, Capalaba DJ, jumping castle, Play Station, games, basketball, giveaways.
Jun
07
Year 5 Mother And Daughter Talks About Puberty.
On 20 June, at 3:15pm, Mrs Kohlmannhuber will facilitate a year 5 Mother and Daughter conversation about puberty. It will address physical and emotional changes for girls during these years. When: Thursday 20 June at 3:15pm Where: M block As Mrs Kohlmannhuber will repeat this talk in October, parents are asked to consider the most … Continue reading »
Jun
06
Information For Year 1 And Year 2 Parents
Current year 1 and 2 parents are invited to meet Mrs Kohlmannhuber, Mr Blundell and Mr Lopez to find out about the iPad programme for years 2 and 3 in 2014. Children and teachers of these year levels are ready and waiting to talk with you too! A meeting with year 1 parents will be … Continue reading »
Jun
06
FAST LANE SWIM SCHOOL – SIGN UP NOW FOR WINTER SWIMMING TRAINING – from 8th July to 21st September 2013
FAST LANE SWIM SCHOOL – SIGN UP NOW FOR WINTER SWIMMING TRAINING – from 8th July to 21st September 2013! Book in for our Learn To Swim, Stroke Development, Junior or Senior Squads swimming training classes this Winter in our HEATED AND INDOOR FULLY ENCLOSED POOLS. Weekday afternoons and Saturday morning classes available. Term 3 is … Continue reading »
May
31
Talking Resilience- How To Help Kids Lose Well
The next coffee and chat about resilience will be held on Thursday 6 June. This chat, based on the work of Michael Grose, will focus on how to help children deal with losing. If you wish to help your child be a good winner or loser then this is for you! If you wish to … Continue reading »