No Parade on Friday 18^th of October

Please note that there is no whole school parade on Friday 18^th of October.  See you in Week 4. 

Year 6 Camp – Monday 14^th to Friday 18^th October
Our Year 6 students are currently off at camp in Brisbane.  Mrs Christine Johnston, Mrs Sheree Mastromonaco, Mrs Donnella Smith-Ashton and Ms Becky Drury are also attending the camp with the students.  Thank you to all our wonderful staff who have put much time and effort into this camp.  Thank you also to the P and C for fundraising to ensure our students have opportunities like this one.  

Day for Daniel – Wednesday 23^rd October

https://danielmorcombe.com.au/day-for-daniel/

Australia’s Largest Child Safety education and awareness day – a day to Wear Red, Educate and Donate. 

We encourage all students to wear red and bring in a gold coin donation towards the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

World Teacher’s Day – Friday 25^th October

World Teachers' Day is an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the immense effort and dedication that teachers put into their work. We’ve put together some fun ways you and your children can join in the celebrations and make it a day to remember for your teachers. https://worldteachersday.edu.au/

Grandparents Morning – Friday 1 November  Grandparents Day is a chance for grandchildren, children and the community to thank grandparents for their love and support. Celebrated annually in Queensland on the last Sunday in October, Grandparents Day recognises the significant contribution that grandparents make to their families and communities. https://www.dcssds.qld.gov.au/our-work/seniors/grandparents-day At Calliope State School we will be celebrating Grandparent’s Day on Friday, November 1.  Grandparents are invited to a fun morning with us. 9:10 – 10am - Parade 10:00 – 11:00 - Morning Tea for Grandparents only and then Classroom Visits and Activities 11:00 – 11:30 - Picnic Lunch on the lawn Grandparents are invited to bring their own lunch to share with their grandchildren.

Mana Incursion – Tuesday 5 November

Mana – The Spirit of Polynesia incursion is being held in our school hall on 5 November. 
Mana – The Spirit of Polynesia embodies dance, music, multicultural themes, history, geography and the importance of learning about heritage and the power of self-belief and respect.  Our wonderful P and C have fully funded this performance for all students (Prep to Year 6).  You will receive information about the incursion and the consent form on QParents.  If you require support with QParents, please see our friendly Administration staff.

Prep Enrolments 2025

Prep Enrolments for 2025 are now open! 

Enrolment packs are available from the school office.  If you haven’t already booked in a time, please book one as soon as possible through our school office.

Intentions for 2025

If you are intending on leaving Calliope State School in 2025, please let our friendly office staff know, as we are in the planning stages of our classes for next year.  Please email our office staff at admin@calliopess.eq.edu.au

Planning for classes in 2025 begins early in Term 4.  Our first step is to finalise our anticipated enrolments for 2025.  If you know of families considering Calliope State School in 2025, please encourage them to contact Administration as soon as possible.  If your family intends on leaving our school next year, could you please notify Administration so that this planning can be as accurate as possible. 

2025 Class Placement Request Forms

Use this form if you have any issue/s influencing your child’s learning that may impact on class placement decisions for 2025. Teacher requests will not be taken into consideration. The form can either be collected from the office or email admin@calliopess.eq.edu.au to request a form. Please place the form in an envelope marked “CONFIDENTIAL to the Principal.” Forms need to be returned by Friday 25^th October at 3:15pm. Please note that forms received after this date will not be processed.

Swooping Birds

Spring is breeding season for birds, and some species are quite protective parents!

We currently have some resident magpies outside of the school grounds and some plovers in the out-of-bounds area on the back oval.  Students are reminded that they are to stay away from these areas and not to do anything that would provoke a response from these birds. 

PBL Lesson this week

PBL focus this week is resilience during assessment. Classes will discuss ways that we can be resilient when working through assessment.

GEM Chat

This week student will be practicing mindful breathing to help them through their assessments. 

Georgie Gardner: Parenting and Living in the Spotlight

For almost 10 years, Australians spent every morning with the witty, elegant, and down-to-earth Georgie Gardner — first as the newsreader for Channel Nine’s Today show and later as co-host with Karl Stefanovic.

While the former role cemented her as one of the country’s most beloved TV personalities, the latter propelled her into a level of fame Georgie never expected — nor sought out.

“The scrutiny is pretty intense and it’s certainly the aspect of the job I loathe the most, apart from the alarm clock,” she laughs.

Read the full story about Georgie Gardner and her resilience advice.

Positive Behaviour Comparison Data

Congratulations to 6A who had an amazing attendance rate for Week 2. Their attendance rate was 97.91% for the week!

Also, congratulations to 2 other classes which were at or above our school attendance target of 94% for Week 2.

Remember, every day you are away is a learning day lost.

Procedure Writing in Action in 3B

This Term: Crafting and Learning in the Classroom

So far this term, our students dove into the exciting world of procedure writing! As part of their learning journey, they explored the essential elements of crafting clear and concise instructions. To bring their learning to life, students have been making and building items in the classroom.

Students have been brainstorming ideas and breaking down the steps needed to complete their projects. Whether it was designing a simple recipe, making a chatterbox, or creating a piece of art, they focused on clarity and detail to ensure anyone could follow their instructions.

The highlight of this unit was the hands-on experience! Once their procedure drafts were finalised throughout lessons so far, students eagerly gathered materials and put their plans into action. Watching their written procedures transform into tangible creations has been a rewarding experience, fostering teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking.

In the end, students have showcased their projects, demonstrating not only their newly acquired writing skills but also their ability to collaborate and innovate. It was a fantastic way to combine learning with creativity, and our students now have a deeper appreciation for the art of procedure writing!

PBL Lesson this week

We are focusing on the before school procedures.

Gem Chat

This week we are focusing on what helps us to be mindful?

How to be a good listener

When we’re having conversations with friends, or someone is sharing a challenge with us, most of the time we listen to respond, when in reality, it’s more important we listen to understand.

When we’re being an empathetic listener, we’re prioritising listening to the other person rather than talking ourselves – and this can be easier said than done! While we might not be saying as much, in reality, we are often helping that person more than we know by simply showing we care and that we’re paying attention.

The next time someone comes to you with a problem, try to remember these three key rules;

1. Don’t judge.
2. Don’t fix.
3. Don’t get into the drama.

 Other tips we like for listening well include…

1. Pay attention. Put the phone down, turn to face the person.
2. Be present. Try to not think about what you are going to say next or to jump in when they are still speaking.
3. Show interest. Ask questions, nod.
4. Practise empathy. Try to put yourself in the speaker’s shoes.
5. Repeat what you heard, to clarify that you are understanding.

 It can be harder than it sounds to follow these rules, especially when it comes to not offering solutions. It is natural that we want to help the person who is having a difficult time. Keep in mind, feeling heard is often the biggest help, so you are already doing plenty just by being there.

Of course, you don’t want to be lost for words either. Here are some things you can practise saying that will help you avoid falling into old habits;

Remember being an empathetic listener is all about showing that you care and listening actively to what the person is saying. These phrases are starting points to show empathy but the most important thing is to respond genuinely and authentically.

Positive Behaviour Comparison Data

2024 CALLIOPE STATE SCHOOL P&C ASSOCIATION

PIZZA DAY

The dates for this term’s Pizza Days are as follows:

Prep – Year 3 on Monday, 11 November 2024

(including the Year2/3 class)

Years 4 – 6 on Monday, 18 November 2024

Please ensure that all orders are placed on QKR. There are no paper orders.   

ORDERS CLOSE,  FRIDAY 25 October 2024 @ 3.15pm

We cannot accept late orders.

Many Thanks

Calliope State School P&C Association

Did you know that you can apply for an exemption for your student if they are needing to take leave from school for a period of more than 10 consecutive school days for an exceptional circumstance?

Please read the attached information sheet below for more information relating to this.  The exemption form is also attached.   These forms are also printed and available from the office.

If you are wanting to apply for an exemption, you will need to complete the form and have a discussion with your classroom teacher or organise a meeting with the Deputy Principal of the year level your student is in.  You can do this by phoning the school office.  They will then discuss the exemption with you and make the decision as to whether the exemption will be approved or not.

QParents

QParents  is a secure, online portal that is free for all Queensland state schools to use and provides parents with quick, easy access to their student information including:

• student and parent contact details
• attendance details
• report cards – all report cards (past & present) are available to view and upload
• invoices and payment history
• Online consent management

The student information displayed in QParents is surfacing information that is already recorded and managed in One School. The benefits of using QParents for schools and parents include:

• a faster, more efficient way to communicate with parents regarding student information
• a secure, convenient and automated process for parents to pay school invoices
• significant time and effort savings for both your school and parent community
• an innovative online communication tool that’s free of charge for both schools and parents to use.

How do I register for QParents?

You will be sent an email inviting you to register for QParents. You will then be able to register via the secure QParents website: qparents.qld.edu.au using the unique invitation code contained in the email. You will require each child’s unique EQ ID and you must verify your identity by providing 100 points of identification. If you cannot verify your identity online, you should contact your child’s school for assistance. The school will review your registration and approve your account. You will then be able to access the QParents app.

Please note: if you have not received the QParents invitation email, please send correspondence through to admin@calliopess.eq.edu.au with your full name, student/s full name & DOB to request your QParents invitation.